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PortaBella Restaurant, Carmel, CA

PortaBella Restaurant

4.5
4.5
1691 Reviews
$31 to $50
French

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 34 times today
  • Charming
  • Good for special occasions
  • 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

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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

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Menu

All of our ingredients are local and freshly picked. Corkage Fee $30

Appetizers and Soups

  • Roasted Corn and Crab BisqueUSD 7.00

    Brioche croutons and chives

    • CupUSD 7.00
    • BowlUSD 13.00

  • Portabella Cream of Mushroom SoupUSD 7.00

    drizzled with truffle oil and chives

    • CupUSD 7.00
    • BowlUSD 13.00

  • Hummus with Pita BreadUSD 9.00

    Garbanzo bean dip, tahini, lemon, cumin, pine nuts, zatar

    • Jumbo Lobster RavioliUSD 16.00

      With tomato basil cream sauce

      • Prosciutto di Parma con CrostiniUSD 15.00

        Shaved parmigiano reggiano, extra virgin olive oil, arugula, grilled ciabatta bread

        • Beef Tenderloin CarpaccioUSD 15.00

          truffle oil, extra virgin olive oil, shaved Parmesan, capers and arugula

          • Skewered Grilled Jumbo PrawnsUSD 16.00

            Marinated in olive oil, garlic, lemon, served with lemon herb aioli

            • Steamed Mussels au Vin BlancUSD 17.00

              garlic confit, shallots, parsley, thyme and butter served with homemade fries

              • Assiette de FromageUSD 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 SaladUSD 14.00

                  Croutons, shaved parmesan, anchovies

                  • Flambé Jumbo Shrimp SaladUSD 18.00

                    grapefruit wedges, avocado, cherry tomatoes, roasted pumpkin seeds, mixed greens, orange segments, honey tarragon vinaigrette

                    • Tricolor Organic Baby Beet SaladUSD 15.00

                      raspberries, mixed greens, sunflower seeds, Roquefort blue cheese, tarragon vinaigrette

                      • Smoked Salmon with Pistachio Herb Goat Cheese SaladUSD 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 SandwichUSD 16.00

                          Marinated chicken breasts, Swiss Cheese, tomato, Greens, Garlic Aioli, ciabatta

                          • Croque MonsieurUSD 17.00

                            traditional French ham and Swiss cheese sandwich, baked to perfection

                            • Vegetarian Croque MonsieurUSD 16.00

                              mixed wild mushroom, tomatoes and basil

                              • Blue Cheese BurgerUSD 17.00

                                Angus beef, Roquefort cheese, caramelized onions, greens and tomatoes

                                • Avocado Mushroom Swiss BurgerUSD 18.00

                                  Angus beef, garlic aioli, greens and tomatoes

                                  Entrées

                                  • Classic Wild Mushroom RisottoUSD 26.00

                                    Wild mushrooms, Arborio rice, winter truffle, Parmigiano Reggiano

                                    • Grilled King SalmonUSD 27.00

                                      Swiss chard, Yukon mashed potato, Beurre Blanc chive sauce

                                      • Oven Braised Short RibsUSD 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 ChickenUSD 25.00

                                          Roasted Mary's Organic Chicken Breast, Vegetables, Whole Grain Mustard lemon Sauce, golden Yukon mashed potatoes

                                          • Monterey Bay Sand Dabs FishUSD 26.00

                                            lemon caper sauce, seasonal vegetables, Yukon mashed potatoes

                                            • Fresh Tuscan Pappardelle al PomodoroUSD 22.00

                                              With sauteed wild mushrooms, artichoke hearts, English peas, basil in homemade marinara sauce

                                              • Pappardelle alla BologneseUSD 26.00

                                                traditional slow-cooked Italian tomato-meat sauce

                                                • Linguine ai Frutti di MareUSD 31.00

                                                  Jumbo prawns, mussels, local calamari, lobster cream broth, basil, over fresh linguine

                                                  Last updated: 8 September 2023

                                                  What 1,691 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
                                                  • 4.4Food
                                                  • 4.4Service
                                                  • 4.6Ambience
                                                  • 4.2Value

                                                  Noise • Moderate

                                                  Loved For

                                                  • Monterey / Carmel

                                                    Most Booked

                                                  Review summary

                                                  AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                  PortaBella Restaurant in Carmel is a charming spot known for "splendidly managed" service and "flawlessly-prepared dishes." Guests praise its "fantastic ambience" and diverse menu. The restaurant, often described as a "must do," offers a cozy atmosphere with attentive staff, making for a memorable dining experience. Reservations are highly recommended.

                                                  1,691 Reviews

                                                  1. John

                                                    Denver

                                                    9 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    9 reviews

                                                    Dined today

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 4
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Had a beautiful romantic dinner for our 20th anniversary. All of the staff were extremely friendly and professional. Excellent service!

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                                                  2. Don

                                                    VIP

                                                    Dallas

                                                    136 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    136 reviews

                                                    Dined today

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 4
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Country French setting creating a relaxed and inviting atmosphere. Wait staff was attentive and efficient. Menu choices were limited. Loved the roasted corn chowder and crab bisque. The dijon lemon chicken was tasty with the cream sauce, but would have been better using a chicken breast instead of a leg and partial thigh. That would have made it easier to eat and cut with a knife. Toasted bread was served with a delicious pesto sauce on the side. Very nice place for a gathering with friends.

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                                                  3. Makayla

                                                    Hawaii

                                                    2 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    2 reviews

                                                    Dined 3 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Amazing food, great ambience, live music, and fantastic service made this an unforgettable evening!

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                                                  4. Amanda

                                                    Miami

                                                    5 reviews

                                                    4.0

                                                    5 reviews

                                                    Dined 5 days ago

                                                    1. Overall 4
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 4
                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                    Cute place with amazing food! Only downside was that service felt very fast paced. We sat down, ate and received the check all within 40 minutes. We were not given time to appreciate the ambience. Felt rushed to place order and food arrived extremely fast (good for those that want fast food delivery timing).

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                                                  5. Jeffrey

                                                    Washington DC

                                                    1 review

                                                    3.0

                                                    1 review

                                                    Dined on 1 January 2025

                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                    2. Food 3
                                                    3. Service 4
                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                    Quite unimaginative, so so food. Not even close to worth the price.

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                                                  6. Robert

                                                    San Francisco

                                                    17 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    17 reviews

                                                    Dined on 1 January 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    We LOVE Porta Bella and have eaten there many times. The food is always delicious and well-presented. This is a 1st class restaurant that serves great food at reasonable prices. Go, You'll love it. We were here on New Year's Eve and missed the owner, Bashir, who was out of town. His warmth and charm make this wonderful restaurant even more so.

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                                                  7. Tom

                                                    Palm Springs

                                                    7 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    7 reviews

                                                    Dined on 1 January 2025

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    We celebrate New Year’s every year with our Carmel neighbors and it was better than ever this year.

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                                                  8. Miju

                                                    San Francisco

                                                    1 review

                                                    3.0

                                                    1 review

                                                    Dined on 31 December 2024

                                                    1. Overall 3
                                                    2. Food 3
                                                    3. Service 3
                                                    4. Ambience 4
                                                    Every food is nothing special. I will not go to again.

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                                                  9. Mohammad

                                                    VIP

                                                    San Francisco

                                                    3 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    3 reviews

                                                    Dined on 30 December 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 3
                                                    We had an absolutely wonderful experience at Portabella! The food was exceptional - every dish was flavorful and beautifully presented. What really stood out, however, was the service. Although the space was a bit tight, the staff made us feel incredibly comfortable and went out of their way to accommodate our baby. They provided swift, attentive service, which was a huge help as we were in a bit of a rush. It’s rare to find a place that balances great food with such thoughtful and efficient service. Highly recommend for families and anyone looking for a fantastic dining experience!

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                                                  10. Tatia

                                                    Los Angeles

                                                    5 reviews

                                                    5.0

                                                    5 reviews

                                                    Dined on 28 December 2024

                                                    1. Overall 5
                                                    2. Food 5
                                                    3. Service 5
                                                    4. Ambience 5
                                                    Food was excellent and the service amazing. We felt so welcome and really enjoyed our meal!

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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 1691 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                  Make a booking

                                                  2 people
                                                  7:00 pm
                                                  Booked 34 times today

                                                  Order delivery or takeout

                                                  Google Map for PortaBella Restaurant

                                                  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, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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