Trattoria Ghiringhelli's - Novato

3.9 (29)

$30 and under

Contemporary Italian

1535 S. Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947

About this restaurant

Neighborhood gem
Kid-friendly
Great for craft beers

Trattoria Ghiringhelli is a Novato Restaurant that serves locals and tourists. We pride ourselves on serving great food, not only Italian, but pub style as well. Pastas, pizzas and pub favorites are always available. We are a local favorite that welcomes all!

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Pub
Hours of operation
Lunch and Dinner: Daily: 11:30am - 9:00pm
Phone number
(415) 878-4977
Website
http://www.ghiringhellisnovato.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Todd Davies
Catering
We cater a wide range of events, rehearsal parties, pizza parties, birthdays, weddings, anything that your heart desires!<br> We have several options for spaces.
Private party facilities
We have a large covered out door heated patio. And Private Banquet Room Opening March 2011.

Location
1535 S. Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947
Neighborhood
Novato
Cross street
Center St.
Parking details
There is always free parking available in front of the restaurant.
Entertainment
All types of entertainment, from live music to Karaoke are offered through the week.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Signature Mr G's Garlic Breadsticks$7.95
Basketful of house-made pizza-style garlic breadsticks with dipping sauce
Fresh Oysters
- Half Dozen$18.00
Warm Marinated Olive and Spicy Calabrian Pepper Medley$7.95
Marinated in extra virgin olive oil, orange zest and garlic
Fritto of Cauliflower$10.95
Fried cauliflower served with garlic aioli
Grilled Castroville Artichoke$10.95
Charred lemon, Meyer lemon aioli
Crispy Calamari$11.95
Red pepper aioli and roasted garlic aioli
Chardonnay Steamed Mussels$16.95
Fennel sausage, garlic, tomato-chardonnay broth, grilled garlic focaccia
House-Made Meatballs$10.95
two Ghiringhelli meatballs in marinara sauce, topped with mozzarella and a side of sourdough bread
Shrimp Cocktail de Gamberetti with Avocado$14.95
Poached shrimp in a house-made cocktail sauce, lemon oil, avocado

Salads

House Garden Salad$8.95
Mixed lettuces, cherry tomatoes, red onions, house-made garlic croutons, balsamic dressing
Venetian Caesar Salad$10.95
Romaine and treviso hearts, house-made garlic croutons, anchovy-lemon dressing and parmesan cheese
Kale & Spinach Salad with Applewood Bacon$13.95
Applewood smoked bacon, Pt Reyes blue cheese, toasted walnuts
Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad$13.95
Asian pears, spiced almonds, Laura Chenel goat cheese, red and gold beets, with our family recipe champagne vinaigrette dressing
Pizza Arugula Salad$16.95
Fresh mozzarella, arugula, pears, balsamic, spiced nuts served on a roasted tomato onion mozzarella flatbread
Cobb Salad$17.95
Mixed greens, grilled chicken, avocado, sliced eggs, cherry tomatoes, blue cheese, crisp applewood bacon, Pt Reyes blue cheese dressing

Entrees

Sauteed Petrale Sole Piccata$24.95
Seasonal vegetables, mashed potatoes, lemon-chardonnay butter sauce with capers
Grilled Local Salmon Fillet$26.95
Linguine pesto, balsamic roasted Sweet 100s, prawns
Chicken Parmesan$20.95
Breaded chicken cutlet, mozzarella cheese, marinara sauce, served with penne pasta and seasonal vegetables
Braised Double R Ranch Beef Short Ribs Stracotto$23.95
Zinfandel, parmesan polenta, roasted Brussels sprouts, porcini mushroom gravy
Grilled Double R Ranch Prime New York Steak$32.95
The top 2% of New York steaks from Double R Ranch in Washington state 12-ounce cut, sliced and served with seasonal vegetables, mashed potatoes and a side of Cabernet sauce
Braised Lamb Shank$23.95
Cabernet-braised Colorado lamb shank with parmesan polenta, pomegranate seeds, roasted Brussels sprouts
Castroville Chicken$20.95
Breast of chicken, artichokes, mushrooms, scallions, roasted garlic, white wine, Kalamata olives, over a bed of linguine pesto

Pastas

Penne Bolognese with 4-Hour Sauce$16.95
4-hour braised beef, pork and spicy Italian sausage
Olimpia's Tuscany Pasta$15.95
Fresh Roma tomatoes, fresh basil, capers, garlic, green olives and olive oil served over spaghetti
Linguine al Gamberi$19.95
Shrimp, white wine, garlic, tomato sauce, cream and spinach
Spaghetti and House-Made Meatballs$16.95
Beef meatballs with house-made marinara sauce, grated romano and parmesan cheese
Penne Pasta Alfredo with Grilled Chicken$17.95
With grilled chicken in a cream reduction sauce, mushrooms, peas and freshly grated parmesan
Lobster Mac n Cheese$18.95
Orecchiette pasta with lobster, smoked bacon, quattro formaggi, shallot cream and herb breadcrumbs

Burgers And Signature Sandwiches

Freshly ground Angus Beef on a Basque Boulangerie brioche bun, with house fries

The Classic$11.95
Cowboy Burger$14.45
Crispy onion rings, bacon, BBQ sauce, cheddar
La Bomba Burger$14.45
Chipotle mayo, bacon, avocado, cheddar
Fried Shrimp Po'Boy (Chef Todd's Signature)$16.95
On a brioche bun with sliced prosciutto and spicy cocktail sauce, served with house-made French fries

Chef's Pub Grub

Chicken Wings
Choose spicy buffalo, Szechuan, house-made BBQ
- (8)$10.95
Beer Batter Fish n Chips$17.95
Local seasonal white fish served with fries and house-made tartar sauce, with a side of cole slaw
Osvaldo's Fiesta Bowlas
Salsa, avocado crema and sauteed onion, served with cilantro rice and black beans
- Chicken$17.95
- Shrimp$18.95
- Steak$19.95
Fried Shrimp n Grits$20.95
Crispy fried shrimp, cheesy grits, spicy tomato sauce, Calabrian peppers
All American Pot Roast$22.95
Mashed potatoes, roasted carrots, cabernet sauce, crispy onions rings

House Favorite Pizzas

The Choice is yours! Traditional crust or artisan thin crust

Ghiringhelli's Italian Combo
Pepperoni, sausage, salami, meatballs, mozzarella, provolone, green bell peppers, mushrooms, yellow onions, black olives, tomato sauce
- Small (6 Slices)$17.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$22.95
- Large (12 Slices)$27.95
Vegetarian
Artichoke hearts, tomatoes, yellow onions, mushrooms, green peppers, black olives, mozzarella, provolone, tomato sauce
- Small (6 Slices)$17.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$22.95
- Large (12 Slices)$27.95
Tuscan Garden Pesto
Pesto, garlic, black olives, yellow onions, artichoke hearts, tomatoes, mozzarella, provolone, parmesan and romano
- Small (6 Slices)$17.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$22.95
- Large (12 Slices)$27.95
The Godfather
Pepperoni, salami, sausage, meatball, tomatoes, garlic, mozzarella, provolone and romano, tomato sauce
- Small (6 Slices)$17.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$22.95
- Large (12 Slices)$27.95
Jimmy the Greek
Sausage, pesto, feta, mozzarella and provolone with spinach, kalamata olives and chopped garlic
- Small (6 Slices)$17.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$22.95
- Large (12 Slices)$27.95
BBQ Grilled Chicken
Roasted chicken, BBQ sauce, red and green onions, red and green bell peppers, mozzarella, provolone, fontina, fresh cilantro, drizzled with ranch dressing
- Small (6 Slices)$17.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$22.95
- Large (12 Slices)$27.95
Verde Allium Pizza
Roasted leeks, bacon, goat cheese, roasted garlic, green onions, mozzarella and provolone, tomato sauce, finished with fresh parsley
- Small (6 Slices)$17.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$22.95
- Large (12 Slices)$27.95
Margarita
Tomato sauce, fresh mozzarella, basil
- Small (6 Slices)$12.45
- Medium (8 Slices)$15.95
- Large (12 Slices)$18.95
Pesto Mediterranean
Dry salami, kalamata olives, tomatoes, red onions, fresh basil, mozzarella and provolone
- Small (6 Slices)$17.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$22.95
- Large (12 Slices)$27.95
Pancetta
Italian bacon, mozzarella, onions, fresh rosemary, finished with a balsamic drizzle
- Small (6 Slices)$17.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$22.95
- Large (12 Slices)$27.95
Hybrid
Pepperoni, spicy sausage, roasted wild mushrooms, red onions, mozzarella and provolone, tomato sauce, finished with fresh spinach
- Small (6 Slices)$17.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$22.95
- Large (12 Slices)$27.95
Funghi Misti
Roasted wild mushrooms, mozzarella and provolone, tomato sauce, red onions, fresh thyme
- Small (6 Slices)$17.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$22.95
- Large (12 Slices)$27.95
Saltimbocca
Red onions, mozzarella, parmesan, tomato sauce, finished with prosciutto, drizzle of balsamic glaze and fresh chopped sage
- Small (6 Slices)$17.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$22.95
- Large (12 Slices)$27.95
Harvest
Roasted butternut squash, calabrese sausage, red and green onions, fresh rosemary, finished with fresh sage, drizzle of balsamic glaze
- Small (6 Slices)$17.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$22.95
- Large (12 Slices)$27.95
Buffalo Chicken Pizza
Roasted chicken, diced tomatoes, green onion, bacon, diced celery, mozzarella, buffalo marinara sauce, drizzled with blue cheese dressing
- Small (6 Slices)$17.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$22.95
- Large (12 Slices)$27.95

Create-Your-Own Pizza

Choose traditional crust or artisan thin crust. 12" wheat-free crust $3 additional. Toppings: Pepperoni, Italian sausage, Meatballs, Salami, Roasted chicken breast, Canadian bacon, Prosciutto, Applewood bacon, Pancetta, Anchovies, Pesto sauce, BBQ sauce, Goat cheese, Feta cheese, Blue cheese, Fresh basil, Fresh cilantro, Kalamata olives, Artichoke hearts, Roasted leeks, Spinach, Red ball peppers, Green bell peppers, Jalapenos, Fresh pineapple, Green onions, Red onions, Yellow onions, Roasted garlic, Mushrooms, Tomatoes. Complimentary fresh chopped garlic by request

Plain Cheese
- Small (6 Slices)$11.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$14.95
- Large (12 Slices)$17.95
1 Topping
- Small (6 Slices)$13.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$17.95
- Large (12 Slices)$22.95
2 Toppings
- Small (6 Slices)$14.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$19.95
- Large (12 Slices)$23.95
3 Toppings
- Small (6 Slices)$15.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$20.95
- Large (12 Slices)$25.95
Combo / 4-6 Toppings
- Small (6 Slices)$17.95
- Medium (8 Slices)$22.95
- Large (12 Slices)$27.95
Additional Toppings
- Small (6 Slices)$1.75
- Medium (8 Slices)$2.00
- Large (12 Slices)$2.25

Sides

Sweet Potato Fries$8.95
Parmesan Truffle Fries$9.95
Onion Rings Tower$9.95
Parmesan Polenta$8.95
Caramelized Brussel Sprouts with Bacon$8.95
balsamic drizzle

Weekly Specials

Join us Every Day for Great Food and Good Time

Monday - Celebration All Day Menu
Mix n Match Small Plates to Share
Monday - Throwback Happy Hour
4 to 6pm
- Oysters$1.00
- Cocktails$4.00
Wednesday - Prime Rib Night
- Two Course Dinner fro$29.95
Friday - Chef Todd's Spectacular Friday Night Specials
Saturday - Fresh Steamed Garlic Dungeness Crab
and Crab Dished for Lunch and Dinner
- Market Pricing
Sunday - Trattoria Family Brunch
Outdoor Patio; Fresh Squeezed Juices; Chef Todd's Fresh-Baked Blueberry Scones
Sunday - Family Pasta Night Two Course Meal
Under 6 Free with paying adult
- Adults$19.95
- 6-12$12.95

What 29 people are saying

Trattoria Ghiringhelli's - Novato reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

3.9

3.9 based on all time ratings

3.9Food
3.9Service
3.6Ambience
2.0Value

Noise • Energetic

29 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area1 review
3.0
Dined on February 2, 2020
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 3
The food was not very good. Definitely do not order the pasta. The pizza was so so. I think their chicken wigs were the best part. This place was not worth the wait. Don’t think I would ever comeback. But I do want to mention that our waitress was very sweet and helpful! She deserved her tip, I just didn’t care for the food.
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dotdotdot VIP
San Francisco Bay Area132 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 17, 2020
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
I ordered a basic burger medium rare and it was perfectly prepared. Service was efficient. I never have a bad meal here.
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Yum113 VIP
San Francisco Bay Area26 reviews
2.0
Dined on November 17, 2019
1. Overall 2
2. Food 2
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Breakfast was pretty poor. The bloody mary was good and the side order of blueberry scones was the only thing edible. Stay clear of the "billionaire" bacon because it was hardly cooked and not worth it at all. The scrambles with that stuff in it is listed at almost $17 for eggs and this bad bacon - save your money & wake up early enough to snag a seat at Marvin's on Grant Ave.
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dotdotdot VIP
San Francisco Bay Area132 reviews
4.0
Dined on November 15, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 4
The chicken in wine with mushrooms, scallions on penne pasta was delicious. Sauce a bit heavy but enjoyed it nonetheless. Server was not attentive and I had to initiate each time I needed him.
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dotdotdot VIP
San Francisco Bay Area132 reviews
5.0
Dined on October 5, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
We thoroughly enjoyed our meals @Ghiringelli. Other than a loud table next to us, the evening was nice when they left. Choices with substitutes were all executed well from the kitchen. We’ll be back...
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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on April 13, 2019
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I went for lunch with a friend and it was very nice. Food was pretty good! I got the brunch burger and she got beet salad and we both loved our meals. The staff were very nice and seemed to have a great energy! I recommend them to all my friends in Novato.
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JillA
San Francisco Bay Area10 reviews
3.0
Dined on March 16, 2019
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Food was not as good as in the past. Carrots and potatoes were underdone. I had corned beef/cabbage. Cabbage was not easy to cut! And, I'm not sure why they served an apple - maybe that is an american thing but I thought it strange and did not add anything to the meal. Waiter was extremely busy and we were early but he was attentive. I like this place and have always been satisfied previously but was a little disappointed this time.
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Jfish
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
4.0
Dined on January 20, 2019
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 3
This is a bar and grill. Food was appropriate and tasty. Staff was super attentive and friendly. Noisy with the lovers of sports in the background, but that is to be expected.
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skeefus
San Francisco Bay Area11 reviews
2.0
Dined on December 30, 2018
1. Overall 2
2. Food 4
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 1
The pizza was excellent but the service was slow. The noise level was such that we had to shout to hear one another across the table
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harley VIP
San Francisco Bay Area42 reviews
3.0
Dined on October 21, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 3
the service was terrible.we asked for lemon and she brought it on a paper napkin which the lemon slid on to the table. asked for more salad dressing and took so long we had to ask another waitress. had to ask for our bill then go wait at the cashier while she was just standing waiting for another food order to be ready.asked for more tea and was only brought tea for one (two of us were having tea)
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FAQs

Trattoria Ghiringhelli's - Novato offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (415) 878-4977.

Trattoria Ghiringhelli's - Novato is rated 3.9 stars by 29 OpenTable diners.

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This restaurant is permanently closed.

Google Map for Trattoria Ghiringhelli's - Novato

1535 S. Novato Blvd, Novato, CA 94947

Additional information

Cross street
Center St.
Neighborhood
Novato
Hours of operation
Lunch and Dinner: Daily: 11:30am - 9:00pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary Italian, Pub
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
There is always free parking available in front of the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Todd Davies
Entertainment
All types of entertainment, from live music to Karaoke are offered through the week.
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dancing, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.ghiringhellisnovato.com/
Phone number
(415) 878-4977
Catering
We cater a wide range of events, rehearsal parties, pizza parties, birthdays, weddings, anything that your heart desires!<br> We have several options for spaces.
Private party facilities
We have a large covered out door heated patio. And Private Banquet Room Opening March 2011.

Trattoria Ghiringhelli's - Novato

About this restaurant

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Starters

Signature Mr G's Garlic Breadsticks$7.95

Fresh Oysters

Warm Marinated Olive and Spicy Calabrian Pepper Medley$7.95

Fritto of Cauliflower$10.95

Grilled Castroville Artichoke$10.95

Crispy Calamari$11.95

Chardonnay Steamed Mussels$16.95

House-Made Meatballs$10.95

Shrimp Cocktail de Gamberetti with Avocado$14.95

Salads

House Garden Salad$8.95

Venetian Caesar Salad$10.95

Kale & Spinach Salad with Applewood Bacon$13.95

Roasted Beet and Arugula Salad$13.95

Pizza Arugula Salad$16.95

Cobb Salad$17.95

Entrees

Sauteed Petrale Sole Piccata$24.95

Grilled Local Salmon Fillet$26.95

Chicken Parmesan$20.95

Braised Double R Ranch Beef Short Ribs Stracotto$23.95

Grilled Double R Ranch Prime New York Steak$32.95

Braised Lamb Shank$23.95

Castroville Chicken$20.95

Pastas

Penne Bolognese with 4-Hour Sauce$16.95

Olimpia's Tuscany Pasta$15.95

Linguine al Gamberi$19.95

Spaghetti and House-Made Meatballs$16.95

Penne Pasta Alfredo with Grilled Chicken$17.95

Lobster Mac n Cheese$18.95

Burgers And Signature Sandwiches

The Classic$11.95

Cowboy Burger$14.45

La Bomba Burger$14.45

Fried Shrimp Po'Boy (Chef Todd's Signature)$16.95

Chef's Pub Grub

Chicken Wings

Beer Batter Fish n Chips$17.95

Osvaldo's Fiesta Bowlas

Fried Shrimp n Grits$20.95

All American Pot Roast$22.95

House Favorite Pizzas

Ghiringhelli's Italian Combo

Vegetarian

Tuscan Garden Pesto

The Godfather

Jimmy the Greek

BBQ Grilled Chicken

Verde Allium Pizza

Margarita

Pesto Mediterranean

Pancetta

Hybrid

Funghi Misti

Saltimbocca

Harvest

Buffalo Chicken Pizza

Create-Your-Own Pizza

Plain Cheese

1 Topping

2 Toppings

3 Toppings

Combo / 4-6 Toppings

Additional Toppings

Sides

Sweet Potato Fries$8.95

Parmesan Truffle Fries$9.95

Onion Rings Tower$9.95

Parmesan Polenta$8.95

Caramelized Brussel Sprouts with Bacon$8.95

Weekly Specials

Monday - Celebration All Day Menu

Monday - Throwback Happy Hour