We were exhausted from traveling and Cella welcomed us with warmth and grace. The setting was a soothing respite from the crowds. The people were genuine. The food satisfied and impressed. And the drinks were perfectly matched to the food. Cella embodies true hospitality and we hope to be back for more
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jennifer Filzen
My husband and I celebrated our 15th wedding anniversary here, and it was outstanding! This will be our go-to place for special occasions from this point forward.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
I A
Great food and service. Historical building. Excellent outdoor seating. We enjoyed the evening here and will likely come again. Easy five stars.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Rocelyn Penrose
Great service and the food is excellent -
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Di Potter
Do not go there! We were served water in a glass bottle, my husband and I both thought it tasted fruity and a bit of alcohol. My husband asked the waiter what it was infused with the waiter told us nothing….then went on to say the bartender uses th bottles for other things…. Basically stating the bottle was dirty, he didn’t take the bottle and bring a fresh one …. No he poured us more left the bottle throughout the meal. An hour or so after, he took the bottle from our table poured some at the next table and left it on their table…..clearly health code issues going on there! We had a bowl of great soup, shared one boring chicken diner and a side of asparagus, 2 glasses of average wine 223. Dollars we paid for the experience. We went to celebrate our anniversary and left feeling queasy !
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 1
Oleksandr Iurchyk
Everything is top notch here! Service, food, atmosphere. The presentation of the dishes is excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hannah Arcilla
Oh my Lord is this place good. The atmosphere is very romantic with lovely pops of color. We got married right next to this restaurant at the Barns at Cooper Molera, and for our one year anniversary we decided to dine here. We got the steak and scallops, along with bread and burrata apps. The scallops were by far the star of the show, in a wonderful cream sauce cooked to perfection. The steak was good, not our favorite but still amazing. The service was wonderful and they brought us 2 glasses of champagne to celebrate. We made a reservation, and they seated us at a nice corner table that was very romantic and private for us. Definitely on the pricier side but you get what you pay for, which is delicious food! We will definitely return for future anniversaries celebrated in Monterey!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tanya Bass
The good was great. We had the scallops and the branzino with the cherry appetizer. Everything was good and the bread was amazing. The service was great and I will be back the next time I'm in the area!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Jeff Gibbs
Probably one of the top 5 meals I have had in the last 5 years. Their entire menu is unbelievable, and the service is some of the best I’ve experienced in my life. If you are a bourbon fan, their prices for pours are fair and their selection is top notch.
Overall, this is a spot I will go out of my way for every time I am in Northern California. I will be back very soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Tiffany Baldi
Every ounce of this experience was 11/10. Our waitress Maddie was such a joy, pleasant and kind and we really want to highlight her professionalism because she made this visit SO special. And if I am leaving a review, it’s only because everyone needs to know how amazing something was because I have wasted my money at 100’s of restaurants. We sat outside and were often offered blankets though not cold, which was such a nice touch. We are from Colorado and I have been lucky enough to dine at many Michelin star restaurants and I hope one comes to Cella soon. The bread and butter were the simplest yet most divine treat. And our scallops were cooked to perfection with seasonal compliments in the corn Chardonnay sauce and mushrooms that accompanied it. And most notable, we were sharing this entree and were given warmed plates just before the entree came out. This is a HUGE sign that the chef cares about the condition the food is served. It was something many skip but could easily do. We wanted to savor every bite. And the homemade butterscotch pudding came in a fun yet approachable display and is unlike anything I’ve ever had. We were warmly greeted upon arrival and departure. I’ll be very sad often that I can’t rush back over from my home in Colorado. This is not to be missed.
Disappointed. Two main reasons: service and the food. In place like that, staff should be able to read the room and leave you alone with your less-than-half-full water glass, especially if you already asked twice to be left alone. I'm an adult, I have two functioning hands, I will refill it as needed, please let me have an uninterrupted conversation. Second reason was the drinks and the food. My cocktail was weird in a way that the concoction they came up with was a subpar version of a port. I should have asked a lot more questions so if you're there, ask questions about how your cocktail tastes. Their mixologist is very crafty. My partner's beef dish was really good but came out unseasoned. I ordered oyster mushroom agnolotti dish and was served absolutely mid cardboard ravioli not even properly pressed or seasoned, with lemon dressing, WHYYYY. My partner grew up in Piedmont region and he said his nonna would throw this dish away and never talk to the person who cooked it.
Overall I like the atmosphere, the menu looks good, the produce is first class, but what they do with it is not worth the $$$.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
Kusha Nikoui
If you are looking for a unique craft cocktail while in Monterey, you must visit Cella!
The staff and service were terrific and their mixologist is truly a genius.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Dita N.
A culinary experience to remember! From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed and professionally shown to our table. Alicia took care of us throughout the evening – knowledgeable, charming, and clearly passionate about her work. She answered all our questions about the menu and introduced each dish with a thoughtful explanation. This personal touch truly elevated the evening.
We ordered two steaks, chicken, fries, asparagus, salad, and sourdough bread – every item was absolutely delicious. The seasoning was perfectly balanced; we didn’t need to reach for salt or pepper once. The kitchen clearly knows what it’s doing.
What stood out even more was the impeccable service: after each course, the table was discreetly cleaned, and empty plates were promptly cleared – every detail was just right.
As tourists from Europe, this is by far the best restaurant we’ve experienced on our journey through the USA.
A big thank you to the entire team!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
oluchi chi
Steak tartar was super creamy and delicious
Jayde Hansen Thomas
Absolutely delicious food and incredible service. The gruyere puff pastries served at the beginning of the meal were amazing. The atmosphere was so charming, almost European but still a very coastal vibe. Even the restroom was charming and had some sort of delightful scent I would not expect for a restroom. Highly recommend.
We were exhausted from traveling and Cella welcomed us with warmth and grace. The setting was a soothing respite from the crowds. The people were genuine. The food satisfied and impressed. And the drinks were perfectly matched to the food. Cella embodies true hospitality and we hope to be back for more
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
My husband and I celebrated our 15th wedding anniversary here, and it was outstanding! This will be our go-to place for special occasions from this point forward.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and service. Historical building. Excellent outdoor seating. We enjoyed the evening here and will likely come again. Easy five stars.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great service and the food is excellent -
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Do not go there!
We were served water in a glass bottle, my husband and I both thought it tasted fruity and a bit of alcohol. My husband asked the waiter what it was infused with the waiter told us nothing….then went on to say the bartender uses th bottles for other things…. Basically stating the bottle was dirty, he didn’t take the bottle and bring a fresh one …. No he poured us more left the bottle throughout the meal. An hour or so after, he took the bottle from our table poured some at the next table and left it on their table…..clearly health code issues going on there!
We had a bowl of great soup, shared one boring chicken diner and a side of asparagus, 2 glasses of average wine 223. Dollars we paid for the experience. We went to celebrate our anniversary and left feeling queasy
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Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 1
Everything is top notch here! Service, food, atmosphere. The presentation of the dishes is excellent.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Oh my Lord is this place good. The atmosphere is very romantic with lovely pops of color. We got married right next to this restaurant at the Barns at Cooper Molera, and for our one year anniversary we decided to dine here. We got the steak and scallops, along with bread and burrata apps. The scallops were by far the star of the show, in a wonderful cream sauce cooked to perfection. The steak was good, not our favorite but still amazing. The service was wonderful and they brought us 2 glasses of champagne to celebrate. We made a reservation, and they seated us at a nice corner table that was very romantic and private for us. Definitely on the pricier side but you get what you pay for, which is delicious food! We will definitely return for future anniversaries celebrated in Monterey!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The good was great. We had the scallops and the branzino with the cherry appetizer. Everything was good and the bread was amazing. The service was great and I will be back the next time I'm in the area!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Probably one of the top 5 meals I have had in the last 5 years. Their entire menu is unbelievable, and the service is some of the best I’ve experienced in my life. If you are a bourbon fan, their prices for pours are fair and their selection is top notch.
Overall, this is a spot I will go out of my way for every time I am in Northern California. I will be back very soon.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Every ounce of this experience was 11/10. Our waitress Maddie was such a joy, pleasant and kind and we really want to highlight her professionalism because she made this visit SO special. And if I am leaving a review, it’s only because everyone needs to know how amazing something was because I have wasted my money at 100’s of restaurants. We sat outside and were often offered blankets though not cold, which was such a nice touch. We are from Colorado and I have been lucky enough to dine at many Michelin star restaurants and I hope one comes to Cella soon. The bread and butter were the simplest yet most divine treat. And our scallops were cooked to perfection with seasonal compliments in the corn Chardonnay sauce and mushrooms that accompanied it. And most notable, we were sharing this entree and were given warmed plates just before the entree came out. This is a HUGE sign that the chef cares about the condition the food is served. It was something many skip but could easily do. We wanted to savor every bite. And the homemade butterscotch pudding came in a fun yet approachable display and is unlike anything I’ve ever had. We were warmly greeted upon arrival and departure. I’ll be very sad often that I can’t rush back over from my home in Colorado. This is not to be missed.
Restaurantji Recommends
Disappointed. Two main reasons: service and the food.
In place like that, staff should be able to read the room and leave you alone with your less-than-half-full water glass, especially if you already asked twice to be left alone. I'm an adult, I have two functioning hands, I will refill it as needed, please let me have an uninterrupted conversation.
Second reason was the drinks and the food. My cocktail was weird in a way that the concoction they came up with was a subpar version of a port. I should have asked a lot more questions so if you're there, ask questions about how your cocktail tastes. Their mixologist is very crafty.
My partner's beef dish was really good but came out unseasoned. I ordered oyster mushroom agnolotti dish and was served absolutely mid cardboard ravioli not even properly pressed or seasoned, with lemon dressing, WHYYYY. My partner grew up in Piedmont region and he said his nonna would throw this dish away and never talk to the person who cooked it.
Overall I like the atmosphere, the menu looks good, the produce is first class, but what they do with it is not worth the $$$.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 3
If you are looking for a unique craft cocktail while in Monterey, you must visit Cella!
The staff and service were terrific and their mixologist is truly a genius.
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
A culinary experience to remember!
From the moment we walked in, we were warmly welcomed and professionally shown to our table. Alicia took care of us throughout the evening – knowledgeable, charming, and clearly passionate about her work. She answered all our questions about the menu and introduced each dish with a thoughtful explanation. This personal touch truly elevated the evening.
We ordered two steaks, chicken, fries, asparagus, salad, and sourdough bread – every item was absolutely delicious. The seasoning was perfectly balanced; we didn’t need to reach for salt or pepper once. The kitchen clearly knows what it’s doing.
What stood out even more was the impeccable service: after each course, the table was discreetly cleaned, and empty plates were promptly cleared – every detail was just right.
As tourists from Europe, this is by far the best restaurant we’ve experienced on our journey through the USA.
A big thank you to the entire team!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steak tartar was super creamy and delicious
Absolutely delicious food and incredible service. The gruyere puff pastries served at the beginning of the meal were amazing. The atmosphere was so charming, almost European but still a very coastal vibe. Even the restroom was charming and had some sort of delightful scent I would not expect for a restroom. Highly recommend.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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