Vesuvio Carmel

Vesuvio Carmel Twitter: https://twitter.com/VesuvioCarmel
Instagram: http://instagram.com/vesuviocarmel The Pepe family’s innovative Italian trattoria and wood fired pizzeria.
(1486)

Late night dining, dancing and roof-top fire pit terrace lounge. Vesuvio is the symbol of power and strength of Southern Italy. It is the volcano (Mt. Vesuvious) which overlooks the bay of Naples and erupted in 79AD burying Pompeii. Naples (Napoli) was the ancient port for Rome during the Roman Empire, and this region was the playground for the rich, famous and powerful of that era. Pèpe’s family

is originally from this region, known as Campania. Vesuvio will be a modern day testament to the history, style, culture and cuisine of Campania. Growing up in New Jersey, but traveling back to visit his relatives in Campania often, Pèpe always noticed the differences between the cooking styles of his cousins on both sides of the Atlantic. While Little Napoli focuses on his Italian-American heritage, Vesuvio will feature recipes from his cousins and great-aunts in Southern Italy. At Vesuvio, chef Pèpe’s culinary style will take the so called “Mediterranean Diet” to the next level. It is thought that the diet among Mediterranean countries is healthier than the Northern European and American diet because, in addition to olive oil, more grains, fruits, vegetables, beans, and fresh fish are consumed. The ingredients used at Vesuvio will often be imported from Italy, or made in house, and always of top quality. Pèpe will call his cooking style at Vesuvio the “Italian Lifestyle Diet”. Both of Pepe’s sons, Christian and Gian Antonio, will be joining in the creation of the new Vesuvio and have been an integral part of the opening team. The wine list at Vesuvio will be comprised of wines from Southern Italy and selected California regions. These carefully chosen wines will pair perfectly with the traditional food flavors of the south. Wineries such as Mastroberardino from Campania, Tormaresca from Puglia and Planeta from Sicily will be featured. Vesuvio features two bars, one adjacent to the main dining room, and the other on the rooftop terrace. Master mixologist Brick Voyteck has created many signature cocktails for the two bars, many using house made infused spirits.

Third Thursdays is back! Join us at Devendorf Park outside Vesuvio for an extended farmers market, live music, wine, mix...
04/15/2026

Third Thursdays is back! Join us at Devendorf Park outside Vesuvio for an extended farmers market, live music, wine, mixed drinks, pizza, and salads. Bring the family!

Introducing our brand-new Cream Pie.Bavarian cream, seasonal fruit, pie crust, graham crumble. Every one filled to order...
03/17/2026

Introducing our brand-new Cream Pie.

Bavarian cream, seasonal fruit, pie crust, graham crumble. Every one filled to order…never pre-made, never waiting around.

It’s the largest dessert we’ve ever put on a menu. Big enough to share. Good enough that you won’t want to.

Available tonight 3/17 at Little Napoli and Vesuvio.

01/05/2026

2025 was a ride. Endless gratitude for our team for making it all happen, to our guests for showing up with love, and the city of Carmel-by-the-Sea for being home.

2025, Vesuvio style.Tiramisù layered. Diavola pizzas fired. Spritzes poured.A year told through the dishes and drinks yo...
01/01/2026

2025, Vesuvio style.
Tiramisù layered. Diavola pizzas fired. Spritzes poured.
A year told through the dishes and drinks you kept coming back for.
Swipe to see Vesuvio by the numbers.

✨ New Year’s Eve at Bar Napoli ✨Due to the rainy forecast, we are bringing our annual rooftop New Year’s Eve celebration...
12/30/2025

✨ New Year’s Eve at Bar Napoli ✨

Due to the rainy forecast, we are bringing our annual rooftop New Year’s Eve celebration indoors and into Bar Napoli. And honestly, we’re excited about it. 🍾

This year’s party will be something a little different. Warm, intimate, and full of energy. A glowing fireplace, a long bar made for lingering, great music, and a room full of raised glasses. 🥂

DJ Kosh will be spinning from 8PM to midnight.
No cover charge.
Midnight Prosecco toast.

Dress festive and fancy and join us as we ring in the New Year at Bar Napoli. 🎉

Holiday hours at the Pèpe Family restaurants 🎄• Vesuvio: Closed Christmas Day• Little Napoli: Closed Christmas Day• Carm...
12/16/2025

Holiday hours at the Pèpe Family restaurants 🎄

• Vesuvio: Closed Christmas Day
• Little Napoli: Closed Christmas Day
• Carmel Bakery: Open Christmas Day (closing early)

Wishing you and your family a warm, joyful holiday.

11/03/2025

🃏 You pulled…The Moon. 🌕

A card of mystery, illusion, and wild energy. It revealed itself in every costume, cocktail, and dance move on the Vesuvio rooftop.

Thank you to everyone who came out and danced beneath its spell. 🔮✨

🎃 “Dolcetto o scherzetto?” 👻That’s how you say trick or treat in Italy… but on our rooftop, it’s more like cocktail o ca...
10/03/2025

🎃 “Dolcetto o scherzetto?” 👻
That’s how you say trick or treat in Italy… but on our rooftop, it’s more like cocktail o cannoli. 🍸🥐💀

Dress to scare, or dress to make Nonna proud. Costume ideas we fully support:
🦇 Dracula… but with perfect Italian tailoring
🍝 Spaghetti (that’s it. that’s the costume)
🐺 Werewolves (big in Italian folklore)
🧙 Streghe (witches) - especially from our family hometown of Benevento, famous for witchcraft legends and an aptly named liquore

Whatever you choose, come ready to dance, sip, and spook with us on the Vesuvio Rooftop.

🕕 Friday, Oct 31 | 6–10pm
🎟 Tickets in bio

Gettin’ Figgy Wit Itlocal figs, pancetta, goat cheese, arugula, hot honey*this October at the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmer’s...
10/02/2025

Gettin’ Figgy Wit It
local figs, pancetta, goat cheese, arugula, hot honey
*this October at the Carmel-by-the-Sea Farmer’s Market
every Thursday fronm 10-2pm
$15

“Caprese the way it’s meant to be.”Our Caprese is back, for a very limited time. We have not put a tomato and mozzarella...
09/17/2025

“Caprese the way it’s meant to be.”

Our Caprese is back, for a very limited time.

We have not put a tomato and mozzarella salad on the menu in more than ten years. The reason was simple: the ingredients were not where they needed to be. Now they are. Heirloom tomatoes are at their peak, bursting with flavor and color.

The mozzarella was the bigger challenge. Imported buffalo mozzarella never satisfied us. By the time it reached California it had already lost the freshness that defines quality. So we waited. Today we use mozzarella made in California with buffalo milk imported from Italy. Tangy, creamy, and as fresh as it should be.

And then there is the balsamic question. Most restaurants drizzle balsamic on Caprese. That may look pretty, but it is not Italian. In Italy balsamic on a Caprese is blasphemous. The sweet syrup buries the tomato and mozzarella, the very soul of the dish. Suggest it in Naples and you would be laughed out of the room.

Our Caprese is heirloom tomatoes, buffalo mozzarella, fresh basil, basil-infused olive oil, and a pinch of Maldon salt. Nothing else.

This dish only works when the ingredients are perfect. Right now they are. Come taste our Heirloom Caprese while the season lasts.

Address

Junipero And 6th Streets
Carmel, CA
93921

Opening Hours

Monday 4pm - 9:30pm
Tuesday 4pm - 9:30pm
Wednesday 4pm - 11pm
Thursday 4pm - 11pm
Friday 4pm - 11pm
Saturday 4pm - 11pm
Sunday 4pm - 11pm

Telephone

+18316251766

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