PortaBella Restaurant

4.5

1672 Reviews

$31 to $50

French

PortaBella Restaurant

4.5

$31 to $50

French

Carmel

Make a booking

2 people

11 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 18 times today

Good for special occasions
Charming
Neighbourhood gem

Our cuisine features beautiful specialties from France, Italy and Spain. The dishes are rich in color and flavor.
PortaBella is picturesque: awarded First Prize for Beautiful Flowerscaping from the Carmel Garden Club.

The ambience is stylish and romantic, the setting historic

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, European
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
Phone number
(831) 624-4395
Website
http://www.portabellacarmel.com/
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Business Casual

Location
Ocean Ave and Monte Verde, Carmel, CA 93921
Area
Carmel
Parking details
Street Parking
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Roasted Corn and Crab BisqueUS$7.00
Brioche croutons and chives
- CupUS$7.00
- BowlUS$13.00
Portabella Cream of Mushroom SoupUS$7.00
drizzled with truffle oil and chives
- CupUS$7.00
- BowlUS$13.00
Hummus with Pita BreadUS$9.00
Garbanzo bean dip, tahini, lemon, cumin, pine nuts, zatar
Jumbo Lobster RavioliUS$16.00
With tomato basil cream sauce
Prosciutto di Parma con CrostiniUS$15.00
Shaved parmigiano reggiano, extra virgin olive oil, arugula, grilled ciabatta bread
Beef Tenderloin CarpaccioUS$15.00
truffle oil, extra virgin olive oil, shaved Parmesan, capers and arugula
Skewered Grilled Jumbo PrawnsUS$16.00
Marinated in olive oil, garlic, lemon, served with lemon herb aioli
Steamed Mussels au Vin BlancUS$17.00
garlic confit, shallots, parsley, thyme and butter served with homemade fries
Assiette de FromageUS$22.00
Assorted cheeses- Bleu d'Auvergne, Petit Basque, Chamembert le Chatelain, Local Goat Cheese Crottim Served with Cabernet onion jam and croutons

Salads

Classic Caesar SaladUS$14.00
Croutons, shaved parmesan, anchovies
Flambé Jumbo Shrimp SaladUS$18.00
grapefruit wedges, avocado, cherry tomatoes, roasted pumpkin seeds, mixed greens, orange segments, honey tarragon vinaigrette
Tricolor Organic Baby Beet SaladUS$15.00
raspberries, mixed greens, sunflower seeds, Roquefort blue cheese, tarragon vinaigrette
Smoked Salmon with Pistachio Herb Goat Cheese SaladUS$18.00
mixed greens, asparagus, orange wedges, honey tarragon vinaigrette

Sandwiches & Burgers

All of our sandwiches and burgers are served with our house salad or Homemade Fries

Avocado Chicken SandwichUS$16.00
Marinated chicken breasts, Swiss Cheese, tomato, Greens, Garlic Aioli, ciabatta
Croque MonsieurUS$17.00
traditional French ham and Swiss cheese sandwich, baked to perfection
Vegetarian Croque MonsieurUS$16.00
mixed wild mushroom, tomatoes and basil
Blue Cheese BurgerUS$17.00
Angus beef, Roquefort cheese, caramelized onions, greens and tomatoes
Avocado Mushroom Swiss BurgerUS$18.00
Angus beef, garlic aioli, greens and tomatoes

Entrées

Classic Wild Mushroom RisottoUS$26.00
Wild mushrooms, Arborio rice, winter truffle, Parmigiano Reggiano
Grilled King SalmonUS$27.00
Swiss chard, Yukon mashed potato, Beurre Blanc chive sauce
Oven Braised Short RibsUS$28.00
eight hours slow-cooked short ribs in a Merlot wine reduction, Mixed local mushrooms, Yukon mashed potato and seasonal vegetables
Lemon Dijon Garlic ChickenUS$25.00
Roasted Mary's Organic Chicken Breast, Vegetables, Whole Grain Mustard lemon Sauce, golden Yukon mashed potatoes
Monterey Bay Sand Dabs FishUS$26.00
lemon caper sauce, seasonal vegetables, Yukon mashed potatoes
Fresh Tuscan Pappardelle al PomodoroUS$22.00
With sauteed wild mushrooms, artichoke hearts, English peas, basil in homemade marinara sauce
Pappardelle alla BologneseUS$26.00
traditional slow-cooked Italian tomato-meat sauce
Linguine ai Frutti di MareUS$31.00
Jumbo prawns, mussels, local calamari, lobster cream broth, basil, over fresh linguine

What 1,672 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.4Service
4.6Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

Monterey / Carmel
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

PortaBella Restaurant in Carmel is celebrated for its "splendid management," "delicious food," and "great service." Guests praise the "cozy atmosphere" and "attentive staff," making it a "must-do" dining experience. While some mention noise and occasional service issues, the "flawlessly-prepared dishes" and "lovely ambiance" ensure a memorable visit.

1,672 Reviews

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Izzy
Washington DC
3 reviews
4.0
3 reviews
Dined on 2 December 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Food is fine, not worth the price. Portions are big
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Lisa
San Francisco
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on 1 December 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Wonderful evening….so nice to enjoy it all, the food was excellent, the scallops were light delicate and tasty, just wish we had more than 4. We paired with the carbonara, which was very nice. They added mushrooms which actually was a nice not strong addition. The ambience was lovely, relaxing and the noise levels were low, we could actually have a quiet conversation. Strolling guitar was a nice touch too
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Katie
New York City
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 27 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Crab bisque & lamb osso bucco were ok but linguine di mare was sub par (very stingy on the shellfish). Definitely trading on its location.
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HanLei
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Excellent meal. Food came quickly, pesto dip served with table bread was amazinggg! Pasta was perfectly al dente and all the seafood was fresh and delicious :)
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Lennie
San Francisco
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 3
2. Food 4
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food taste good. About the service, there was no warmth and sincere hospitality from the lady host and the waiter who took our order.
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Michael
San Francisco
8 reviews
4.0
8 reviews
Dined on 23 November 2024
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
Lunch and appetizers were absolutely delicious. Bread was amazing. Bread pudding tasted old and was not as good as what I had approx 3 weeks ago. Had to ask for coffee three times and by the time we got the coffee we were done with dessert.
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Amanda
Denver
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on 22 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was delicious, especially the mushroom risotto! We will be back.
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Judy
Amarillo
11 reviews
vip
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on 20 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Porta Bella was a fabulous dining experience! Cozy atmosphere, attentive staff provided excellent service, and amazing food. Highly recommend this restaurant in the heart of beautiful Carmel!
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Julia
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on 19 November 2024
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
Very charming restaurant. Crowded/popular even on a November Monday evening. Food was delicious, good portion size.
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Sherrill
Los Angeles
32 reviews
2.0
32 reviews
Dined on 19 November 2024
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 2
1st strike - any restaurant that upcharges the diner for using a credit card should make that clear when a reservation is made. I didn't have enough cash so had to pay extra for the privilege of dining at this restaurant. Shame on them! 2nd strike - service was uneven and not very attentive. We waited a long time for our water and it was 20 minutes from the time we arrived before we were asked if we were ready to order. 3rd strike - the food was ok, but not great and certainly not what I thought I was getting for the price. There are better places to eat in Carmel (lots of them as we discovered on our recent trip for my husband's birthday). Don't waste your time here on marginal food and service.
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FAQs

PortaBella Restaurant does offer delivery in partnership with Uber Eats. PortaBella Restaurant also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 624-4395.

PortaBella Restaurant is rated 4.5 stars by 1672 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

PortaBella Restaurant

4.5

$31 to $50

French

Carmel

Make a booking

2 people

11 Dec 2024

19:00

Booked 18 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Ocean Ave and Monte Verde, Carmel, CA 93921

Additional information

Area
Carmel
Hours of Operation
Mon–Thu, Sun 11:30 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:30 am–9:30 pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
French, European
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Business Casual
Parking details
Street Parking
Payment Options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.portabellacarmel.com/
Phone number
(831) 624-4395

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PortaBella Restaurant

PortaBella Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

68 Monterey Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

Pappardelle alla Bolognese

Portabella Cream of Mushroom Soup

Roasted Corn and Crab Bisque

Appetizers and Soups

Roasted Corn and Crab BisqueUS$7.00

Portabella Cream of Mushroom SoupUS$7.00

Hummus with Pita BreadUS$9.00

Jumbo Lobster RavioliUS$16.00

Prosciutto di Parma con CrostiniUS$15.00

Beef Tenderloin CarpaccioUS$15.00

Skewered Grilled Jumbo PrawnsUS$16.00

Steamed Mussels au Vin BlancUS$17.00

Assiette de FromageUS$22.00

Salads

Classic Caesar SaladUS$14.00

Flambé Jumbo Shrimp SaladUS$18.00

Tricolor Organic Baby Beet SaladUS$15.00

Smoked Salmon with Pistachio Herb Goat Cheese SaladUS$18.00

Sandwiches & Burgers

Avocado Chicken SandwichUS$16.00

Croque MonsieurUS$17.00

Vegetarian Croque MonsieurUS$16.00

Blue Cheese BurgerUS$17.00

Avocado Mushroom Swiss BurgerUS$18.00

Entrées

Classic Wild Mushroom RisottoUS$26.00

Grilled King SalmonUS$27.00

Oven Braised Short RibsUS$28.00

Lemon Dijon Garlic ChickenUS$25.00

Monterey Bay Sand Dabs FishUS$26.00

Fresh Tuscan Pappardelle al PomodoroUS$22.00

Pappardelle alla BologneseUS$26.00

Linguine ai Frutti di MareUS$31.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Diners' Choice Awards

Review summary

FAQs

Does PortaBella Restaurant offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is PortaBella Restaurant restaurant rated?

Is PortaBella Restaurant currently accepting bookings?

PortaBella Restaurant

Make a booking

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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