Welcome to Cafe Girasole
Cafe Girasole is a charming cafe located in Gardnerville, NV, offering a variety of mouthwatering sandwiches, salads, and grilled paninis. The menu features unique creations like the Carson Valley Turkey and the Iron Mike sandwich, both bursting with flavorful ingredients. Customers raved about the fresh and generous portions, with highlights such as the Field of Greens salad and the Cheese Louise panini. The cafe's friendly service and cozy atmosphere make it a must-visit spot for a delightful lunch. Don't miss out on the opportunity to indulge in the delicious offerings at Cafe Girasole.
- 1483 Hwy 395 Ste A Gardnerville, NV 894101483 Hwy 395 Ste A Gardnerville, NV 89410 Hotline: (775) 782-3314
Welcome to Cafe Girasole, a hidden gem nestled in Gardnerville, Nevada. Known for its charm and wholesome offerings, this café specializes in freshly made sandwiches and wraps that cater to both savory cravings and healthy lifestyles. Whether you're stopping by for a quick bite or a leisurely lunch, Cafe Girasole promises an experience that will warm your heart and satisfy your palate.
As you step inside, you're greeted by a cozy atmosphere reminiscent of classic diners, with a dash of rustic flair. The menu boasts an array of unique sandwich combinations, like the Carson Valley Turkey Sandwich, where turkey meets a delightful medley of sun-dried tomato spread, cream cheese, and sprouts on sourdough bread, all for just $10.50. Or try the iconic Iron Mike, packed with protein-rich ingredients, including peanut butter, avocado, and a signature marionberry vinaigrette that adds a surprising twist to each bite.
The wrap selection is no less impressive: the Thai Peanut Grilled Chicken Wrap features tender chicken paired with crunchy peanuts and mandarin oranges, all enveloped in a scrumptious Thai peanut sauce. For just $10.50, it's a harmonious blend of flavors that will leave you craving more. Many patrons rave about how fresh and flavorful the dishes are, highlighting the high-quality ingredients and generous portions that make each meal a delight.
Cafe Girasole also caters to younger diners with a simple and classic kids' menu, featuring comforting options like grilled cheese and PB&J sandwiches. Customers appreciate the friendly service and the café's commitment to cleanliness, making it a perfect stop for families on the go.
As echoed in customer reviews, the warm and attentive staff makes every visit enjoyable, enhancing the inviting ambiance. Although a few diners noted minor quirks—like the slightly gummy texture of the bread or limited dessert options—these tidbits are easily overshadowed by the overall experience. The local connection and community spirit shine through in every aspect of the restaurant.
If you're ever passing through Gardnerville, don’t miss out on Cafe Girasole. Its delightful food, charming environment, and commendable service create a memorable oasis perfect for a lunch break or a casual gathering with friends. Stop by, and let Cafe Girasole brighten up your day!

We stopped at this super cute cafe in Gardinerville on our way from Bishop to Reno a couple of weeks ago. It was a great choice. They were able to seat us right away (Friday at around 130pm) and the service was friendly and prompt. The restrooms were very clean, a big deal in my book. I had the Thai wrap with chicken and my husband had a salad with curry chicken added. We both loved our meals. Everything was so fresh and the combination of flavors was just right. We will be back!

A sweet little café which puts a lot of love into its offerings. Our soups, salads, and sandwiches were delicious: fresh ingredients, high quality, generous portions. Only one tiny downside: the sandwich bread, while tasty and perfectly toasted, became a little gummy after a chew or two -- so that each in our party of three had a little difficulty swallowing it. Just a high gluten bread. One soup could've used a little less sugar; the other a lot less salt. We wished there had been a traditional dessert available, but only one choice: a chocolate ganache cake. A little heavy after a solid lunch on a hot day, we thought, so we skipped that. The servers were all very nice and efficient. The café is charming in a kind of Cracker Barrel way, decor-wise. We appreciated the clear connection the restaurant has with the community; we appreciated two (clean!) unisex restrooms. Overall an excellent experience.

Wow! What a great little restaurant. If you're ever down there, check it out! Especially now with all of the major road construction in Gardnerville. All of the businesses down there can use your business!!! I had a half Iron Mike Sandwich and the Curry Sweet Potato Soup. Amazing! Who would have thought that peanut butter on a veggie sandwich would taste so good? Super friendly service and they really appreciate the business

Went for lunch earlier this week! Very friendly service and everyone in our group of four enjoyed their lunches. Food was very good! Restaurant currently closes promptly at 2:30, despite the hours on the door saying 3-ish so beware! Only open Monday through Friday so don't make a special trip there on the weekend! Will definitely return next time I am in the area!

I would give this cafe 10 stars if I could! Lovely place with excellent food. Great service and quality food. I highly recommend you try this cafe for lunch if you are in the area. I had the Tuscan wrap with salad and it was delicious!

We had another yummy lunch here today. The restaurant is super cute. And popular! (So get there early.) Service is friendly and speedy. And the food is fresh, tasty and melt-in-your-mouth amazingly delicious. OMG! SO good! Today, we both had the half sandwich with a cup of soup combo. We both chose the sweet potato soup (steamy hot goodness) and the half sandwiches come with a side salad. Saying "side salad" invokes none of the bliss to be found in the actual experience of eating the side salad. But know that it is positively blissful. And the half sandwiches, K2 and Iron Mike... Both were AHHH-mazing! We hope to be back real soon.

Yummy food! I ordered the sandwich, salad, soup combo. Grateful for a vegetarian option! The house made salad dressing, sandwich with a few different cheeses/ grilled veggie with fresh bread, and curry sweet potato soup were all delicious. My oldest daughter ordered a smoothie and they even gave us the rest of the smoothie from the blender that wouldn't fit in her cup for my youngest to snack on before the meal came. The bathrooms were clean and the restaurant decorated nicely. Service was very friendly and food came out quickly. They had some coloring pages and crayons which I always appreciate. I'll definitely be going back

I felt like I was on a quest to find Cafe Girasole. I pulled up the Yelp app to try to find something in the area of which was unfamiliar to me. I found Cafe Girasole's menu to have a variety of Panini's which grabbed my attention since I was on a time constraint. To actually find the place, after placing it in my phone with driving directions felt like a mission impossible. I kept getting directed to the wrong side of the street and was an area under construction so I think I looped it a good 2-3 times then realized it was on the opposite side of the street. I parked on the side since I was just thankful to find the place. As soon as I walked in I was colliding with wait staff trying to figure out how to order to go and was guided to a small line of people at a window. I placed my order of Cheese Louise- which had Turkey, Pesto, Provolone. I was told the order will be brought to me when it's ready. I found some seating by the door and just took a breather from a busy Friday workday. As I took in my surroundings I found this place to remind me of something out of a Hallmark movie (I forget if this is one of the towns in which there was an actual Christmas movie filmed). But the guests seated at tables were sitting and visiting as if there was all the time in the world which I found to be refreshing. I was in a hurry myself so having had waited 20 minutes for a sandwich to go was puzzling. But the sandwich was tasty, it costs approximately $18 with a drink and tip. But being in this area reminded me of how cute they make it for the holidays. I think this place is great if you have extra time to hang and wait around but as for someone that was in a hurry that was not the case.

Very nice small local cafe. Super friendly staff and tasty food. We loved their special curry soup and K2 sandwich.