Welcome to Gardino Fresco
At Gardino Fresco, our journey begins with a passion for authentic Italian desserts and a commitment to culinary excellence. Nestled in the heart of Los Gatos, we blend traditional recipes with fresh, locally sourced ingredients. Enjoy a diverse menu that ranges from our beloved Stuzzichino, featuring perfectly fried calamari and sautéed mushrooms, to rich, flavorful salads like the Insalata di Gardino Fresco. Our restaurant invites families and friends to gather in a classy yet casual space, complete with outdoor seating and a welcoming environment for groups. Experience a delightful taste of Italy, right here in our vibrant community.
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51 N Santa Cruz Ave Los Gatos, CA 95030 United States Hotline: (408) 354-8788
Welcome to the delightful world of Gardino Fresco, where Italian culinary traditions meet modern dining elegance. Located at 51 N Santa Cruz Ave, Los Gatos, CA, this charming restaurant specializes in decadent desserts but offers a wide variety of exquisite dishes that promise to tantalize your taste buds. With a perfect blend of classy and casual, Gardino Fresco is an ideal setting for dinner, whether it's a special occasion, a casual family outing, or a night out with friends.
Gardino Fresco boasts an impressive array of menu items that shine a spotlight on fresh, high-quality ingredients. Dine under the stars with outdoor seating or enjoy a cozy meal indoors. The ambiance is lively yet comfortable, with moderate noise levels making it suitable for groups of all sizes, including families with kids.
- Starters: The Fried Fresh Calamari is a must-try — lightly seasoned and served with zesty marinara and fresh lemon, you will taste the blend of crunch and tenderness right away. Then, the Steamed Clams are a showstopper; fresh and sautéed in a fragrant lemon white wine garlic sauce that lingers in your memory.
- Salads: The Insalata di Gardino Fresco comes highly recommended, featuring Romaine lettuce tossed with a balanced balsamic vinaigrette that complements its fresh tomatoes and onions. You'll appreciate the light yet flavorful offerings that keep the focus on quality ingredients.
- Pastas & More: Don’t overlook their main courses. Each dish reflects authentic Italian cooking techniques. Try the Prawns Sautéed in Lemon Garlic White Wine Sauce for a burst of ocean freshness, or the broad selection of pastas that are cooked to perfection.
The atmosphere at Gardino Fresco is inviting, with features like live TV, complimentary Wi-Fi, and options for catering that cater to every guest's needs. Happy hour specials offer great value for those in the neighborhood seeking a casual dining experience. Whether you're stopping by for takeout, using their convenient delivery service, or planning to enjoy a meal on-site, Gardino Fresco has something for everyone.
With options that include taking reservations, accepting Apple Pay and credit cards, and even being dog-friendly, Gardino Fresco brings both convenience and quality to the forefront of your dining experience. Dive into an Italian culinary journey that you will want to revisit time and time again. So come, grab a seat, and let the flavors of Italy sweep you off your feet!
Excellent! They have good food and friendly atmosphere I'm hoping to play in they're blues jam sometime. I hear it's a good one Tuesday and Wednesday evening starting 8pm.
Everything here starting with the service it's amazing, they're very welcoming and friendly with all the customers, I order some appetizers witch they wore very good. And the ambiance here it's so relaxing with they're live music and just there customers and team players. Very recommended to come try it out.
Went for a private memorial for a long time Los Gatos resident. The memorial was an open bar/catered event. The food was just great! They served 2 types of rigatoni. One was a marinara with meat (sausage maybe?) the other was a cream sauce. Both were very good. The star of the show was a chicken piccata with lemon and Capers. Thin tender chicken breast and the sauce was to die for. Even the salads (family style) were fantastic. The owner/manager? Was a very nice man. Very personable. The whole experience felt very relaxed. No pressure to hurry along at all. It was great to see all the old faces and the food and service were fantastic! If you're looking for a small venue downtown LG with good food and ample parking this is a great choice! Thanks to the owner for hosting our memorial! It turned out fantastic thanks to them! Two thumbs up!
Don't judge a book by its cover is my after thought after finding this place. Talk about a local "dive" bar that blows your mind. I only found it by chance because it is a few steps from the Apple Store in a very pretty Los Gatos downtown street. Let's start with the music. The Summit band (I'm sure I didn't get their names right so please correct me!) rocked the place with songs that had the place moving, even in Spanish. Stephanie, the bartender, was one busy bee but she kept up with the influx of locals (this is a local bar). I typically default to Old Fashioned drinks as a basic starter but let me tell you. She made the best OF drinks I have ever had so I never needed to move up in my drink choices. Next, the food. I never eat a "dive" bars because they tend to be mostly fried foods. Not here! The ribeye steak tips as a specialty was so darn delicious. I have no idea why this place has such low ratings, because to me, it is what an unpretentious restaurant should aim for