Gardino Fresco Menu (Update 2025)
Introducing Gardino Fresco, an Italian dessert haven located in the charming town of Los Gatos, California. This restaurant captivates diners with its diverse menu that finds a harmonious balance between traditional Italian zest and contemporary flavors. Perfect for both families and food enthusiasts, Gardino Fresco offers an inviting atmosphere with outdoor seating, catering to special occasions and casual dinners alike.
The menu brims with tantalizing selections. For starters, the Fried Fresh Calamari and the Steamed Clams are must-tries, each bathing in savory sauces that echo Italy’s rich culinary heritage. For the health-conscious, the Broiled Cajun Chicken Salad entices with its spicy flair, while the classic Insalata di Gardino Fresco shines with simplicity and freshness.
From delectable appetizers to hearty salads, Gardino Fresco ensures guests leave with satisfied palates and fond memories. Indulge yourself and explore the warmth of Italian hospitality!
Stuzzichino
Fried Fresh Calamari
Deep fried lightly seasoned calamari, served with marinara and lemon.
Grilled Spicy Chicken Tenders
Served with honey mustard sauce and ranch
Sauteed Mushrooms
Sauteed mushrooms with marsala sauce.
Fried Mozzarella
Served with marinara.
Tommy's Bread Dip
In honor of my brother.
Steamed Clams
Fresh clams sauteed in a lemon white wine garlic sauce.
Caprese
Fresh mozzarella with tomatoes, basil, virgin olive oil and garlic.
Fresh Onion Bread
Fresh French bread topped with caramelized onions and mozzarella cheese. Served with marinara.
Bruschetta
Grilled bread with tomatoes, basil, olive oil, balsamic.
Garlic Bread
Our version of this Italian favorite.
Steamed Mussels
Fresh mussels sauteed in a spicy sicilian marinara sauce.
Prawns
Sauteed in lemon garlic white wine sauce.
Minestrone di Verdura
Gardino fresco's own vegetable minestrone.
Zuppa
Insalata
Insalata di Gardino Fresco
Romaine lettuce, tomatoes, onions, tossed with a balsamic vinaigrette.
Broiled Cajun Chicken Salad
Spicy broiled chicken, romaine lettuce, tomatoes, tossed with a light peppercorn ranch dressing.
Broiled Chicken Pesto Salad
Broiled chicken and romaine lettuce tossed with a tangy light basil, garlic and lime dressing.
Caesar Salad
Romaine lettuce and tomatoes, tossed with a creamy Caesar dressing.
Chicken Caesar Salad
Broiled chicken, romaine lettuce and tomatoes tossed with a creamy Caesar dressing.
Assorted Pasta Salad
Mixed mostaccioli with tomatoes, garlic, oregano, extra virgin olive oil and Parmesan cheese. Tossed with pesto and a touch of marinara.
Fettuccini Carbonara
Served with pancetta and light cream sauce.
Spaghetti Bolognese
Served with choice of pasta.
Vongole Italiano
Linguine and clams tossed with olive oil, garlic and parsley.
Vongole Alfredo
Linguine and clams tossed in light cream sauce.
Vongole Siciliano
Linguine and clams tossed with red crushed chili peppers, garlic, olive oil, marinara and fresh tomatoes.
Mitile Siciliano
Linguine and mussels tossed with red crushed chili peppers, garlic, olive oil, marinara and fresh tomatoes.
Linguine Gamberoni
Prawns sauteed in their own juices tossed with garlic, parsley and lemon.
Fettuccini dell' Oceano
Prawns, scallops and clams tossed in a choice of alfredo or pomodori sauce.
Sauteed Fresh Vegetable Medley
Vegetable dish. Served on a bed of fettuccini with assorted vegetables.
Alio e Olio
Vegetable dish. Spaghetti with extra virgin olive oil and roasted garlic.
Mostaccioli Delisiosa
Prawns, green onions, garlic and cream in a white wine and lemon sauce.
Linguine Puttanesca
Tossed with anchovies, capers, olives, garlic and marinara.
Mostaccioli and Broccoli Piccante
Vegetable dish. Fresh broccoli tossed with garlic, olive oil and crushed red chili peppers, then topped with Parmesan cheese.
Capellini Pomodori
Vegetable dish.
Dr. Bill's Mostaccioli and Sausage Pomodori
Tossed with garlic, tomatoes and basil.
Cheese Ravioli
Tossed with your choice of marinara, Alfredo sauce.
Meat Ravioli
Tossed with your choice of marinara, alfredo sauce.
Baked Eggplant Mostaccioli
Vegetable dish. Eggplant sauteed with garlic, basil, marinara and mostaccioli then baked with mozzarella cheese.
Linguine Pesto
Vegetable dish. Served with a fresh basil sauce.
Pasta
Pollo
Chicken Carbonara
Served with a light pancetta cream sauce.
Broiled Lemon Chicken
Marinated in extra virgin olive oil, lemon and shallots.
Chicken Marsala
Sauteed in a mushroom and marsala win sauce.
Chicken Kebab
Broiled marinated chicken tenders skewered with fresh vegetables.
Chicken Cacciatore
Sauteed with mushrooms and bell peppers in marinara sauce.
Chicken Artichoke
Sauteed with artichoke hearts, mushrooms and cream sauce.
Chicken Parmesan
Sauteed in marinara sauce and topped with mozzarella and Parmesan cheeses.
Chicken Piccata
Sauteed with lemon, white wine and capers.
Gamberoni del Los Gatos
Lightly breaded prawns sauteed with olive oil, garlic and lemon.
Saute Dell' Oceano
Prawns, scallops, calamari, mussels and clams in a lemon and butter sauce.
Gamberoni Scampi
Jumbo prawns sauteed in a lemon and white wine sauce.
Calamari Siciliano
Fresh calamari sauteed in our own sicilian style spices then tossed with marinara.
Pettini Dore
Scallops sauteed in olive oil and lemon.
Cioppino
Calamari, clams, prawns, mussels sauteed with a light pomodori sauce
Pasticcio di Mare
Vitello
Veal Marsala
Sauteed with mushroom marsala.
Veal Piccata
Caper lemon sauce.
Veal Parmesan
Light tomatoes basil sauce and melted mozzarella.
Veal Cutlet
Lightly breaded with a herb lemon sauce.
New York Style Cheesecake
Chocolate Chip Cannoli
Tiramisu
Spumoni
Per scoop.