Il Vecchio
Il Vecchio is a Modern Italian Ristorante in Pacific Grove with Michelin Plate recognition in 2024 and 2025, local sourcing, and semi-dried fresh pasta.
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- Address
- 110 Central Ave, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
- Phone
- (831) 263-1414
- Website
- ilvecchiorestaurant.com
Saves & bookings on Pearl
Michelin Plate and Modern Italian Ristorante
The Michelin Plate appears for 2024 and 2025, and the kitchen focuses on Italian cooking. Il Vecchio operates as a Modern Italian Ristorante in Pacific Grove.
Semi-dried fresh pasta with local sourcing
Semi-dried fresh pasta anchors the signature items, alongside local sourcing. For readers choosing between lunch and dinner, the venue fits either meal without shifting away from its Italian focus.
110 Central Ave, quiet pacing, smart-casual dress
110 Central Ave puts the restaurant in Pacific Grove, with quiet, leisurely, upscale-casual dining and smart-casual dress. Lunch and dinner both sit within that measured format.
Booking and Cost Snapshot
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| Venue | Cuisine | Price | Awards | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Il Vecchio | Mapo-gu, Modern Italian Ristorante | $$$ | Michelin Plate | |
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Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
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At a Glance
- Cozy
- Intimate
- Classic
- Date Night
- Special Occasion
- Standalone
- Local Sourcing
Current opening hours
- Monday
- 5–9 PM
- Tuesday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
- Wednesday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
- Thursday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
- Friday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
- Saturday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
- Sunday
- 11:30 AM–2 PM, 5–9 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Down-to-earth and homey atmosphere in a ristorante setting, emphasizing comfort and culinary focus.