Restaurants in Monterey
The Best Restaurants
Rosine's Restaurant
434 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940Had dinner last Saturday evening during a very busy time. The food, service, drinks and the ambiance were all top notch. Prices were very reasonable and our...
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- Superb798 Reviews4.8
First Awakenings
300 David Ave, Monterey, CA 93940I came here expecting a nice breakfast but what we got was sublime. The scramble, crepe, and omelette we got were all delicious. The mushroom caps are a...
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- Superb587 Reviews4.8
Paris Bakery Cafe
271 Bonifacio Pl, Monterey, CA 93940One of my wife's favorite bakeries ever. She used to go to community college in Monterey, and this place fast became her favorite. Goods baked fresh...
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- Superb558 Reviews4.7
Bistro Moulin
867 Wave St, Monterey, CA 93940This is our go to, Sunday night restaurant. Food is consistently good, wine list is well selected, and the service is kind. It's relaxing and pleasant...
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- Superb200 Reviews4.8
Crepes of Brittany
211 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940Enjoying the weekend in beautiful Monterey.Took a walk this morning out of the hotel lobby.Saw this busy little cafe.This place has buzzz!Unfortunately they...
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- Superb221 Reviews4.7
Duffy's Tavern & Family Restaurant
282 High St, Monterey, CA 93940We wanted a restaurant away the tourist places and scored when we found Duffy's! They couldn't be more hidden but this gem is worth it! The food is...
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- Superb217 Reviews4.7
heirloom pizza co.
700 Cass St #102, Monterey, CA 93940So delicious. Highly recommend the Heirloom deep dish pizza, we like to substitute roasted garlic for diced garlic. The cheese bread appetizer is also...
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- Superb198 Reviews4.7
El Cantaro
791 Foam St, Monterey, CA 93940This is a very good restaurant. Everything is vegan. They have vegan cheese, steak, fish, smoothies, and more. I got a veggie taco with beans and homemade corn...
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- Superb220 Reviews4.6
Paprika Cafe
309 Lighthouse Ave A, Monterey, CA 93940Frequented this quaint eatery when I lived in Monterey for a spell. I couldnt even tell you what I had when I last went there, I'm not a picky eater, so...
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- Superb210 Reviews4.6
Wave Street Cafe
550 Wave St, Monterey, CA 93940The wife had been here before with my Mom and Mother-in-law. My Son had been here before with his friend's. But this was my first time coming. I would...
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- Superb235 Reviews4.5
Compagno's Market & Deli
2000 Prescott Ave, Monterey, CA 93940A no frills deli out in the neighborhood, with not much parking. You have to stand outside and fill out an order form so no chance to interact with staff if...
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- Superb244 Reviews4.7
Melville Tavern
484 Washington St, Monterey, CA 93940Melville Tavern has some amazing looking brunch options but way outside my diet plans. HAHA. The bottomless mimosas are a great deal. They have beer and wine...
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- Superb231 Reviews4.5
Monterey's Fish House
2114 Del Monte Ave, Monterey, CA 93940Came on a Saturday evening and had to wait about 15 minutes for 2, not too bad, but be aware there might be a wait. Parking lot is a nice size, didn't...
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- Superb259 Reviews4.4
The Sardine Factory
701 Wave St, Monterey, CA 93940We came to Monterey to celebrate our birthdays and thought this looked like a nice place for dinner. What a great find! We requested to be seated in the atrium...
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- Superb221 Reviews4.5
Alvarado Street Brewery
426 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940We had a fantastic dinner here, it was more like a food and beer pairing than a normal dinner. Brian did a phenomenal job of telling us the history of the...
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- Superb233 Reviews4.4
Hula's Island Grill
622 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940This restaurant is so cute! Food is delicious, it is very clean and the servers are friendly! Probably one of the only few restaurants open in Monterey late. I...
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- Superb259 Reviews4.3
Osteria Al Mare
32 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940The food is very good, the staff, setting, and view are excellent. We sometimes go for wine and appetizers and call it a meal. We are glad they've...
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- Superb229 Reviews4.4
Whaling Station Steakhouse
763 Wave St, Monterey, CA 93940We had a “date night” reservation for 5:15. We arrived in Monterey around 3 to walk around Cannery Row and enjoy the scenery. By 4:30 we were famished, so...
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- Superb226 Reviews4.4
Tarpy's Roadhouse
2999 Monterey Salinas Hwy, Monterey, CA 93940Have not been out to enjoy in more than a year due to Civid pandemic. We went for lunch on the patio and experienced the great quality of food, wine and...
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- Superb252 Reviews4.3
Crystal Fish
514 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940This is your local neighborhood sushi place. This is where you go for good prices, good quality, good service. You want the tourist experience? Go to the wharf...
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- Superb211 Reviews4.4
Scales Seafood & Steaks
30 Fishermans Wharf #1, Monterey, CA 93940My fiancée and I loved going to scales! Best experience I have ever had in a restaurant! Jose H , our server was super fast and friendly. Will definitely go...
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- Good262 Reviews4.2
Schooners Coastal Kitchen & Bar
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940Schooooooners. I'm a fan of their name and food. Solid brunch place right by the water. Nice view as you enjoy your meal. We had about a 10 min wait for a...
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- Good257 Reviews4.2
Sandbar & Grill
Wharf II, Monterey, CA 93940I decided to give this restaurant 5 stars because they had the best clam chowder I've had in YEARS. The service was attentive, friendly and quick without...
- Superb203 Reviews4.4
Sapporo Sushi & Steakhouse
3 Municipal Wharf 2, Monterey, CA 93940This was my first time here and I had a great time with my family! It gets pretty packed around noon for their lunch special but it's totally worth the...
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- Superb222 Reviews4.3
The Crown & Anchor
150 W Franklin St, Monterey, CA 93940Our family had the fish and chips, bangers and mash, Cornish pasty and toffee pudding. Every selection was flavorful. Portions were just right, not too...
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- Superb170 Reviews4.5
Chart House
444 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940Food was delicious. Scenery beautiful. The only down side was the bar. Only 2 bar tenders, one who obviously didn't want to be there. But besides that...
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- Good238 Reviews4.2
Krua Thai Restaurant
731 Munras Ave # A, Monterey, CA 93940Amazing! Great value with portions that were perfectly sized. I ordered green curry and would 100% recommend, it was very creamy and hearty with chicken. Food...
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Louie Linguini's
660 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940Absolutely great restaurant, Antonio took great care of us, amazing view, the food was great, except the calamari could have been a bit better, if it was up...
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- Good269 Reviews4
American Restaurants
American in Monterey
SUR Burger
409 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940This place is great. The burgers and fries are great! The man who I presume is the owner/manager recommended the hard kombucha and it was SO good. Will...
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- Superb145 Reviews4.3
grandma’s kitchen
2310 N Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940We stayed next door at the hotel and enjoyed our breakfast so much that we came back the next day. The place is very casual and servers are friendly. The food...
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- Superb138 Reviews4.3
Monterey Cookhouse
2149 N Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940This place is pretty tucked away, easy to miss when you're driving by on Fremont. There is lots of outdoor seating, which we opted for because it was cute...
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- Good186 Reviews4
Pizza Restaurants
Pizza in Monterey
Pelican Pizza
522 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940Cash and card accepted. Pelican Pizza is located on a street and offers some street parking. They are Covid ready with workers wearing masks and masks required...
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- Superb162 Reviews4.4
Pizza My Heart
660 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA 93940Order delivery while staying in Monterey for weekend. Ordered a 12 inch and 14 inch for my wife, two small kids and 1. Enough for everyone Good flavor and...
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- Good227 Reviews4.1
MidiCi Neapolitan Pizza
467 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940Best pizza ever. We just went here today and their pizza is very authentic. The owner is super friendly and attentive. We will definitely come back when we...
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- Good210 Reviews3.8
Mexican Restaurants
Mexican in Monterey
Market Cocina
800 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA 93940We were so happy to find Whole Foods while visiting Monterey. We were able to purchase fresh fruits and snacks for our hotel room as well as grab a quick bite...
- Superb104 Reviews4.9
La Bahia Mexican American Cuisine
675 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940I don't do reviews very often. This place doesn't look super fancy, but the food and the service were amazing. Family owned and operated. The tacos...
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- Good171 Reviews4.2
Nacho Bizness
470 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940Wow, what can I say? This place was awesome! I paid $14 and got the most delicious nacho bowl of my life. Like, wow. I didn't expect the meat they made...
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- Superb142 Reviews4.5
Chinese Restaurants
Chinese in Monterey
China Garden
600 Munras Ave #3108, Monterey, CA 93940Recently moved to the area and with everything going on it's hard to know where to go. What a find! Really great value for really great food. And the lady...
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- Superb144 Reviews4.3
Full Moon Mandarin Cuisine
429 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA 93940Ordered takeout through doordash, and was ready relatively quickly! The food tasted delicious, my favorite was the Mongolian Beef with the Fried rice! Mushroom...
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- Good167 Reviews4
Great Wall Szechuan and Mandarin Cuisine
724 Abrego St, Monterey, CA 93940This spot is a gem! Truly enjoyed the food and the people working there are friendly. Everything was really fresh and piping hot. Would highly recommend the...
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- Good131 Reviews4.2
Seafood Restaurants
Seafood in Monterey
Sea Harvest Restaurant & Fish Market
598 Foam St, Monterey, CA 93940We were craving clam chowder but did not want to follow the crowds luckily we found this gem, service could have been better but it was adequate. The clam...
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- Good230 Reviews4.1
Grotto Fish Market
42 Fishermans Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940Spending a weekend in Monterey and decided to have brunch here. First, the staff was outstanding. Everyone hustling to take care of the customers but no...
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- Superb150 Reviews4.3
Sushi Bars
Sushi Bars in Monterey
Sushi by The Bay
2240 N Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940One of my favorite spots to go for lunch. Normally I never get the bento box however this is my favorite! 3 items for $13.90. And can choose amazing rolls for...
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- Superb100 Reviews4.3
Yama Sushi Bar & Restaurant
1290 Del Monte Center #92, Monterey, CA 93940If I come here, it's mostly because I'm really hungry, craving sushi, and also being "cheap." The service in my experience has always been...
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- Good137 Reviews3.6
Burger Restaurants
Burgers in Monterey
American Burger
738 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940I was dying for a chili dog and here I was not disappointed! Nice sized dog covered with fresh chili and cheese. The fries that it came with were perfectly...
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- Superb163 Reviews4.3
Islands Restaurant Monterey
300 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA 93940Thank You to our Waitress Teresa for the great service! Thank you to the restaurant for the hot and tasty food! We came to celebrate our Grandsons 1st grade...
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- Good199 Reviews3.9
McDonald's
610 Del Monte Ave, Monterey, CA 93940Quick service for 2pm. They didn't have lemonade or cherry coke, kinda bummed but you make do. I did like that their chicken nuggets are in bags rather...
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Indian Restaurants
Indian in Monterey
Ambrosia India Bistro - Monterey
565 Abrego St, Monterey, CA 93940Love this place. Pretty much the best indian option in monterey. Our favorites are chicken biriyani(tastes nothing like standard biriyani actually but very...
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Namaste India Bistro
538 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA 93940The food was very flavorful, the only thing was a few parts of the biryani rice wasn't fully cooked, and the naan breads were a lttile bit on the dry...
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Ambrosia India Bistro Cannery Row
751 Cannery Row #121, Monterey, CA 93940We absolutely loved this place. Came on our honeymoon and had lunch for my birthday, service was exceptional! We eat Indian food pretty regularly and this...
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- Good145 Reviews4.1
Italian Restaurants
Italian in Monterey
Domenico's On The Wharf
50 Fishermans Wharf #1, Monterey, CA 93940Excellent fresh Halibut. Nice professional service. The restaurant is very nicely decorated with a fantastic view of the harbor. My wife's sardines were local...
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PALUCA TRATTORIA
6 Fishermans Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940The food was delicious, I highly recommend the stuffed gnocchi! The location is really nice and we were seated right by the water, it is on the pricier side...
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Sandwich Shops
Sandwich Shops in Monterey
Mundos Sandwich and Burger House
170 Webster St, Monterey, CA 93940First. Let me tell you, this place is good. The bread is delicious!!! We all loved the bread. The sandwiches were FINE! But if you order via YELP...do NOT do...
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- Superb133 Reviews4.5
Randy's Sandwich Shop
1193 10th St, Monterey, CA 939405 enthusiastic stars for quality, consistency, prices. Years since I've been there and was not at all disappointed upon my return. It happened to be...
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- Superb130 Reviews4.4
Ike's Sandwiches
570 Munras Ave #70, Monterey, CA 93940I had heard a lot about Ike's but haven't had the opportunity to try it out myself until last weekend. Took the family hiking and everyone was...
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- Good170 Reviews3.6
Japanese Restaurants
Japanese in Monterey
Ocean Sushi Deli
165 Webster St, Monterey, CA 93940Authentic Japanese dishes! I’m a big fan of the sushi combo #3. Akina and Joanne are so nice! Guys in the back work hard too!Expect a wait for sushi of...
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- Good123 Reviews4.2
Bar & Grill
Bar & Grill in Monterey
Lalla Grill
1400 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA 93940OMG! Just wow the quality of this food and service is hands down the best I have had in a while!!! Can hardly wait to go back. I really enjoyed the Tacos and...
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- Good198 Reviews4.2
Abalonetti Bar and Grill
57 Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940Fisherman's Wharf can kindly be referred to as touristy. Dropped by today after a long while. Passed on places with a greeter. If you go don't skip...
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Turn 12 Bar And Grill
400 Tyler St, Monterey, CA 93940Staff was friendly, place was clean, huge portions of decent food. We had six people in our party who got pizza, burgers, steak, pasta and all said it was just...
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- Good194 Reviews4.1