Allegro has been here for years, and it continues to be the best pizza in the peninsula. Lots of other good things on the menu, eat in or takeout. I like sitting in the patio and people watching. The owner Geno, has been a generous supporter of local schools and invested in the community. read more

By looking at my photos the results is outstandingly delicious, bountiful amounts of vegetables & great crust. What can I say I will definitely order more read more

Allegro Pizzeria - Slice of 16" Vegetarian Pizza - Pizza Near Me - Carmel, California

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Great atmosphere, quiet, very friendly service, and fantastic food. Authentic Italian. I ordered a vegetarian special pizza. Best best best veggie pizza I have ever eaten!!! Whole slices of zucchinni and tomato, large pieces of artichoke, plus olives, bell pepper and mushrooms. Pizza was cooked to perfection with the perfect amount of cheese and sauce. I was visiting from LA county and would definately come back to Allegro. 5+ stars! read more

Allegro Pizzeria - Vegetarian Special pizza - Pizza Near Me - Carmel, California

We came by during off hours and this place was mostly empty. Lots of seating though, for when they are busy. Service was fast and the personal (mini) pizza was a good portion size for the price, definitely could split it into 2 meals, but price probably also driven up by its location in this boutique-ish plaza. They provided complimentary bread for the table. Menu was pretty large, including pasta and paninis, in additional to pizza options. The breading was a tad too much on the pizza for me, but the flavors were good, no complaints (and accurately reflected the description). Staff was friendly and patient, though a bit harder to flag down for the check. Plaza has its own parking lot though the traffic pattern is a bit confusing (weird entrance paths) so be careful when driving. read more

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Hello, Went to go explore with our family of 30 for Memorial Day weekend & they were able to accommodate all of us! Had such a great time & they service was AMAZING! Couldn't recommend this place enough! Thank you so much to the staff, We came without a heads up & took us in without a doubt! FOOD, VIBE & SERVICE WERE 100000%! read more

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Cute restaurant that's about it. Service was bad with an empty restaurant. Asked for water 3 times before we got it which was after we received our food. We only came for calamari. Don't waste your time or taste buds. Soggy, old, smelt bad a not as described on the menu. Genuinely the most disgusting calamari I have ever had. Response to owner: Server removed it after he went to drop the check and realized we had not touched it. Maybe if he had checked on us while dining he would have known our distaste and not put it in the original bill. The menu actually calls them calamari curls not fingers. Not sure what menu you pulled that name from but the one online and in restaurant says curls. Curls are similar to rings, which we were expecting. And previous photo reviews do not match what we received. I shared this review to let people know NOT TO TRY THE CALAMARI. I think that is obvious. read more

Allegro Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Carmel, California

The food was spectacular!! My girlfriend and I came in on a Monday and we were easily seated, the food came out and was amazing we came back the next day. Their chicken ceaser salad was great tasted fresh and light, the spaghetti marinara tasted well cooked pasta and a rich flavor coming from the sauce. The ambiance is great a classic Italian place with music. Very familial. Service was lovely here, Diane was very amazing she was kind and sweet and basically ran the resturant without ever faltering service. Kudos to her!! read more

Allegro pizza is something of an institution in Carmel. The food and service are always excellent, and they've maintained a loyal following in Carmel, nourishing and delighting not just tourists, but local families as well for several decades. I used to go a lot more when our kids were younger, as it was one of our family favorites. I recently went back and tried a variety of menu items (pastas and salads, not just the pizzas I was familiar with), and it more than holds up. The food was delicious, and reminded me of why I used to take the family there pretty regularly. You really can't go wrong, ordering any of their items --pizzas, pastas, salads, all of it -- it's all equally made with love from high quality ingredients. read more

We arrived a little early and were prepared to wait, but the host kindly seated us and allowed us to order before their official opening time, which was greatly appreciated. We tried the chèvre & pesto pizza, chicken Alfredo pasta, and Caesar salad. The Caesar salad was one of the best I've ever had, with wonderfully complex flavors. The pasta was rich, cheesy, and creamy, while the pizza was thin and perfectly done--just the way I like it. Both the food quality and customer service deserve five stars. read more

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Chicken and basil pesto pizza was fantastic! Got it "take & bake". Will definitely go back & try different options next time. The staff were very nice. read more

Hands down the best pizza I've tasted in a long time. You can tell they use high-quality ingredients--the sauce had great flavor, the cheese was perfectly melted, and the crust had the perfect chew and crisp to it. If you're looking for a phenomenal pizza spot, this is it. read more

I've been coming to Allegro Pizzeria since I first moved to Carmel back in 2011, and to this day, it remains one of my favorite--if not my absolute favorite--pizza spots in town. If you're looking for that perfect, no-nonsense, New York-style pizza with the right balance of crispy crust, flavorful sauce, and perfectly melted cheese, this is the place to go. Allegro has always had that welcoming, casual vibe that makes you want to come back. The staff is friendly, the service is solid, and the pizza? Consistently amazing. The crust has that ideal crunch with just the right amount of chew, the sauce is tangy and well-seasoned, and the cheese is always perfectly melted with just the right amount of grease--not too much, not too little. Whether you're grabbing a classic cheese slice, a pepperoni, or one of their specialty pies, you can't go wrong. Over the years, I've tried plenty of pizza places in Carmel and Monterey, but nothing comes close to Allegro when it comes to that authentic, New York-style experience. If you're a local or just passing through, do yourself a favor and stop by. This is hands down some of the best pizza you'll find in Carmel for the price. read more

Allegro Pizzeria - 10" Pepperoni - Pizza Near Me - Carmel, California

We absolutely loved our rehearsal dinner meal at Allegro Pizzeria working with the manager, Gino, is so smooth. He responds almost immediately every single time, and was able to provide us get great prices on supplies like napkins, and paper plates. His staff brought up pizza on the clock and I'm already craving the taste once again! He has a great partnership with The Community Shared Space, which is an event center located right above the restaurant at the barnyard in Carmel, California. I highly recommend taking a look at this duo for your next event! read more

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This spot is OK but nothing to write home about. Typical pricey Carmel prices. At least the portions are decent. Everything is tasty if you're not picky. Lasagna is super cheesy. Pizza is super stuffed. The free bread they give you is super tasty but the texture seems a bit stale. But something about the taste and texture of everything is justtt a bit off from fresh. The lasagna was so cheesy but almost tasted like freezer burnt taste? And the pizza was just slightly too hard and seemed like it had been reheated a few times. The ranch was not good either. It's fine in a pinch but for the price, won't be coming back most likely. Lowered a star for that unprofessional response. Didn't know we're not allowed to have opinions on here and I thought it's Karens that ask for managers not if you don't ...weird thing to say read more

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Came for pizza everything looked great but there was a table of SCREAMING kids we had to leave before we even ordered . We were the 2nd couple that left in the short time we were there. We told the nice Mexican server and she agreed it was offensive the table but said she couldn't do anything. read more

It is what it is. I knew I had a Saturday lunch planned here and messaged the business earlier in the week to ask about vegan cheese and vegan options. No response. We were sat and service was good. I used my Yelp Check In for a free pint of beer and both of my choices were not available. While it's true that Allegro offers Follow Your Heart vegan cheese, the server says that their crust is not vegan. Disclaimer - I've eaten a lot of non-vegan pizzas and a lot of vegan pizzas. Classic pizza dough is made with just flour, water, salt, and yeast. Some versions add olive oil. This creates a chewy texture, but needs a long slow rise to develop flavor but Allegro adds milk. I appreciate the server being straightforward with me so I ordered the Bruchetta Pomodore This is from Allegro's website BRUCHETTA POMODORO 11.95 tomato, olives, garlic, basil There's no mention of cheese When the Bruchetta plates arrived they all had cheese on top. The server gave us the additional Bruchetta and had another one made for me with no cheese. The other plates were presented nicely as to their favor profile, I can't comment but the other diners seem to have had a delicious experience. To the team at Allegro's. I appreciate trying to accommodate plant based and vegan customers but either do it right and transparently or don't do it at all. Being a graduate of CHS, working in the restaurant business in Carmel, and now being a vegan for the past 6 years, I wholeheartedly am willing to help you and your team craft some truly vegan options for vegan diners. With your location, the ambiance, and dedication to traditional recipes, it's a no-brainer. read more

Allegro Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Carmel, California

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Chianti, endless pizza options, and cannoli! What's not to love? I would highly recommend the Chèvre and Pesto pizza.

Jeano, I'm sorry you feel the way you do. You originally responded to me privately very politely, even offering me a refund which I also POLITELY declined as we DID enjoy the quality of your food and ate every bite. My intent in the review was not to criticize you but to give you feedback to improve the quality of the service. You make great pizza. But it wasn't a good experience service wise. We also sat way longer then you are stating. And you are saying it was very busy, no Sir, we were the only people in the dining room. There were a few tables seated on the patio, but it was not slammed by any means. If you read my reviews they mostly very positive. If you are offended I'm sorry. But I stand by what I said. Peace. read more

Food, service, and ambiance, all great. Pizza was delicious. Cheesy, saucy, and pepperoni-y, just how I like it. Great deal too. $12 and some change for a huge slice. Attentive, kind service. Place is well-kept and pretty. The Italian music sets a great mood. Thumbs up. read more

Allegro Pizzeria - Pepperoni Pizza Slice - Pizza Near Me - Carmel, California

I ordered delivery to my hotel last week, Wednesday I believe, using Door Dash. It was good, but not quite as great as I remembered from a couple years ago. From my previous experience, I remember the pizza being pretty special. On this occasion, not so much. read more

Allegro Pizzeria - Pepperoni Pizza (large) - Pizza Near Me - Carmel, California

Service was amazing, we ate lasagna and caprese salad ... ambience was nice and cozy! We were visiting from Texas and we will be back to eat here next time we visit Carmel ! read more

Allegro Pizzeria - Caprese salad - Pizza Near Me - Carmel, California

Wow! What an amazing lunch! My fiancée and I couldn't stop raving about how delicious our lunch was! And the owner is so nice. Will definitely be back when in the area again. read more

Located in the calm and beautiful Carmel is this cute little spot where they are always friendly and ready to serve Some great food! They usually have some great specials running as well. The "Spuntino" menu is a special they run everyday from 4-5:30. Great deals and great meals! Please support this local pizzeria that has been serving Carmel since 1988! read more

Allegro Pizzeria - Spuntino Specials menu everyday 4 - 5:30pm - Pizza Near Me - Carmel, California

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I tried this place for a quick slice. We arrived around 1 pm on. Saturday and it was pretty empty. The gentlemen's was nice and the restaurant had a nice rustic feel. Unfortunately, this is not best place for a pizza. First, it was $11 for a pepperoni slice. About twice as much as what I would pay for what I got. The crust was perfectly crooked, but really lacked flavor. Very in developed and lacked any good chew that is normal for a properly fermented dough. The sauce was lovely, and slightly sweetened. The pepperonis were full fat and provided a nice salty bite. All in all, the slice was just okay. read more

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The service was really great. My friend and I got greeted right away and treated nicely the whole time we were there. The food itself was okay. My friend and I shared a pizza half Margherita and half bbq chicken I think. Got a good amount of food but was a bit pricy. The water also tasted kinda strange. But the deserts were really great the vanilla gelato and cannoli were amazing. Last, the ambiance of the place was really nice and cozy. Overall, the pizza was okay and water was odd but everything else was great! read more

Pre-purchased tickets for a Poodle Days event here. It was painfully obvious that they oversold the event as guests did not have space to sit and were forced to overflow into the space surrounding the hole in the wall restaurant. Patrons were forced to pour out their wine and beer by a little guy who was apparently the pizzeria's manager who was afraid of losing his liquor permit. He was the same guy who pushed the overflow crowd into non-restaurant areas. I gave two stars to the poor girls who had to repeatedly apologize for the lack of pizza being ready while 50 people waited in line to eat for 30 minutes or more. The food was very disappointing for the price we paid. NEVER AGAIN will I visit this catastrophic pizzeria. read more

I recently hosted my sons rehearsal dinner at Allegro's and I can't begin to say how wonderful and accommodating Jeano was. I live in Chicago so I was pretty much walking in blind. Let me just say that every single thing was wonderful. The food is great, the staff couldn't have been more accommodating. They thought of ever possible thing that we could have possibly needed including pizza making for the kids who loved it. Seriously, don't think twice about Allegro's. The prices are great, the food is great, the staff was great. The ambiance was warm and inviting. My guests were thrilled as was I. Thank you Jeano ! read more

Dear Jean O., I don't often write like this but somehow felt compelled to do so this particular night. I could just write this review as I usually do (objectively blunt based on a deep understanding of food as well as the industry) but something really stood out to me that made me do otherwise. I sense an *elitist* and a deep believer of doing the right thing. How? I'm sure I fall off the same tree. It's rare but it happens; and when it does, there is a particular bias to how I write my thoughts into a review. I think what triggered this letter is sitting outside with a little child who wanted a pizza (obsessed and possessed he is by the dough and cheese). Sitting there, acting like it's another zoom class practicing "repeat after me" and "wait your turn", I overheard two ladies walk by complaining how pizza could be $30 and how they should have gone elsewhere. I was appalled in the moment. It's F**KING Carmel and of all places, the Barnyard. $30? That's like tipping fifty cents. But that said, dear Mr. Jean O., I see your frustration with the stupid reviews of your establishment. We for one...asked stupid questions. We were driving with a crazy little 4 yr old demanding bloody attention but your staff put up with it (with giggles in between). She ran and honored our gift certificate, made sure we had what we needed/wanted, and kept the whole process simple when asking if we would tip the kitchen. (As one in the kitchen, that is an obvious YES!). But here is the thing that should matter. At least to you. I noticed the difference in the dough and the way the texture was as I bit into it. It caught me off guard at first but it's my time with manipulating gluten for hand pulled noodles that made me appreciate it even more. It is exactly a wonderful bite that is the perfect template for whatever ingredients it carries. Now that is a rare occasion. Now while I didn't like the bbq chicken portion of the pizza (I hate the mainstream bbq sauce) that I obviously ordered for the SO, I loved the Thai pie awesomeness with the sweet chili sauce that made me rethink what it is to make a pie. Seriously, that was so awesome I'd give you a kiss without having ever met you. Anyways, please continue doing you and render those hating fools who know little about your cause to dust. I wish I had the power to pen you into Carmel history BUT I know and believe you already have. Cheers, J Ps. This is the only one time I actually have the same rating for an establishment as my mysterious Yelp friend Baron. read more

Allegro Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Carmel, California

My kids and I were trying to kill time before checking into our hotel so I decided we should explore The Barnyard. I knew we'd need dinner for later so we sat at an outdoor table at Allegro and ordered a large pepperoni pizza ($28.75) to-go. I asked the waitress to bring just one plate because my 13-year old would probably want one slice. Cut to 30 minutes later and he has eaten FOUR. It was that good. He also ate another slice in the car. At that point I had to cut him off so that I and my younger son could actually have dinner. Anyway, the service was very friendly, safety measures were in place (it's going to be so weird to read that years from now), the pizza was a little pricey, but it was delicious. read more

Allegro Pizzeria - Large pepperoni pizza ($28.75). Thin and delicious! - Pizza Near Me - Carmel, California

Delicious fresh tasty Captese. Really good gluten free pizza. The only place in town where you can have a kitchen made gf pizza without those terrible restaurant supply crusts that most restaurants serve. read more

Allegro Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Carmel, California

I went and got pizza after my husband ran the Marathon. He would not walk at all, to be expected. Ordered online, quickly made. Went to pick it up at the window, cashier was friendly and gave us all the utensils bc we were at a hotel. We got the meat lover pizza, Mediterranean salad and a cannoli. Meat lovers pizza 10" was perfect size, not too big, a little salty. The mediterranean salad was big, chicken was a little dry but lots of veggies and sauce on the side was great. They even put olives on the side when I requested. The cannoli was good, maybe too much chocolate sauce but it was going to be messy to eat either way. Maybe try to dine in next time. They have plenty of seating indoor and some outdoors and the plaza is just fun to explore. read more

Sooo bummed I haven't met Jeano yet! Second time eating here with my wife and I when we're visiting Carmel. His food hands down is the best in the area. Like I said in my last review, you would make a killing in HB. Water is warmer too! Lol. His pizza crust is PERFECT! Great beers on tap too. I promise on my next trip up north, I am going to make time to meet him. Keep up the good work and food. Phuck any negative reviews read more

Fast and on time service. I have used Allegro e last several years for informal business meetings food service.

We enjoyed lunch here after our friend ran the Big Sur Marathon. We parked in the area and this was walking distance, so an easy pick. We had a short wait and they were very accommodating and made sure our friend had a large quantity of water and was comfortable... or at least as comfortable as one can be after running a marathon. They let us grab a larger table than necessary, so she had room to put her feet up. They partner with their neighbor, Carmel Craft Brewing Company, for some of their beer options and also offer other local beers and wine. Everything was tasty and the small pizza (chicken ranch) was plenty big enough, alongside our shared caprese salad and garlic fries, with two nice sized pieces per person. read more

Pizza was tasty. Excellent service and nice ambiance. And my dog was welcomed!! Nice touch.... read more

Allegro Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Carmel, California

Ordered chicken, artichoke, basil pizza with cauliflower crust & it was pretty good. Usually reheating pizza doesn't taste good but this one didn't become dry after reheating. Going to try other things on their menu to give a truer rating but so far so good. read more

I visit Allegro Pizzeria every time I visit my parents who live in the Monterey area, and I keep forgetting to write a review, but today is the day! I can't eat gluten, and they have the BEST gluten free pizza I've ever had. I usually order to-go and enjoy it at a nearby beach. Even with to-go orders, the staff is always amazing and friendly. One day soon I will dine in. :) Highly highly recommend this place! read more

We've wanted to try Allegro Pizzeria for some time and finally got our opportunity this past Sunday. We got there about noon and were greeted and seated by Elyse (I hope I spelled her name right). All seating is out on the patio right now, but if you come when it's cooler there are plenty of heaters. Lucky for us it was a beautiful day! Elyse quickly took our drink order while we perused the menu. Of course we had to try the pizza - they come in 10, 12, 14 and 16 inch sizes. We opted for the 12 inch meat lovers. I am a sucker for a good Caesar salad so of course we had to give that a try. Elyse brought us some complimentary Focaccia as well. All that and a glass (or two) of Toscana made for the perfect lunch before heading out to the valley. Let me start by saying it got fairly busy quickly and Elyse was the only server. She handled all of us like a true pro and even had time to make a bit of small talk. She did a fabulous job taking care of us and making sure we had the perfect lunch experience! The food was delicious! I had an idea after taking my first bite of focaccia that we were in for a treat. The pizza was served hot with plenty of fresh toppings. The meat lovers had Italian sausage, ham, pepperoni, salami and meatball along with a fresh tomato sauce and cheese. The crust was just the right thickness to hold up to all the toppings and it was not the least bit greasy even with all the meats. Judging by the flavor, Allegro is using top notch ingredients. The Caesar was delicious as well. Crisp romaine, house made dressing, slices of red onion and a couple of briny olives made for one of the best Caesar salads I have had. We left happy and full. Our only disappointment was not getting a chance to meet the proprietor, Jeano. We have loved reading some of his responses to the less than stellar reviews and it's obvious he remembers his customers, good and bad. The customer is not always right, and it's nice to see someone who will stand up for his employees and business. We will definitely be back to enjoy another meal. Next time maybe the pasta! read more

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Oh wow.... This pizza is pretty terrible. The Margherita pizza was basically just cheese bread..., crust had zero crisp and the tomatoes are just regular tomatoes... I mean damn... show me you care not one bit about your food without telling me... Oie. Was this made out of a regular oven? I feel bad because I would have loved to have had a quality pizza in a beautiful town but guess I'll find that elsewhere next time. Hah have to respond to the owner. Hilarious. Your cook then should be trained. It's not even the price I'm concerned about. You're in Carmel, not cheap to operate there. I expected a high price but also expected a pizza with some char if it's truly a brick oven. I don't know buddy... have you eaten any pizza from New York or New Haven? Come on. You have a wonderful location and could be a gem of a place. read more

Allegro Pizzeria - Pizza Near Me - Carmel, California

Food is very good and the pizza is amazing. A little bit expensive but service is great. We eat here every time we come to Carmel.