The food was amazing, especially the Jidori chicken. The service was great and the atmosphere was nice as well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Herb Roasted Jidori Chicken Under a Brick
Rina Segrud
Excellent service and great food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Paul Parsons
Pros: The service was impeccable. Shoutout to everyone we were in contact with esp Christopher and Michelle. The atmosphere was really pleasant. The almost Paloma cocktail was really nice. I love that they are trying to do farm to table and focus on local and high quality proteins and veg. The short rib on the kids menu was such an amazing deal for my kids and so generous. And a favorite all the way around. The New York steak was really good. Potatoes so light don’t know how they do it. The scallop entree (if you love scallops was good but not great)Cons: the rest of the cocktails were not that creative or balanced. They could use a refresh on the cocktail menu. The risotto was not a fav. Normally we choose rice over potatoes. Go with the mash potatoes pure perfection. The scallop starter was interesting but not in a good way. Sliced way too thick and the “sauce” felt like a simple pour of tamari so it was a miss. The crab cakes were a little fishy and a little heavy and they’ve been done so much unless you’re doing something special why even serve them. For reference being based in Maui, HI were going to places like Morimotos for seafood or mama’s fish house so we are a little spoiled but still, from the reviews we expected a little more. All in all I give it a five because they were quick to fix anything we needed. Most of our food choices we loved and the service which really makes the experience was spot on. We would come again we’d just be more careful in what we ordered. ??
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
Aaron Robinson
The food is REALLY hit or miss but the cioppino slaps and chicken is amazing. Staff was pretty good too. Lobster bisque was one of the worst I’ve ever had so minus a star for them ever recommending that atrocity of a soup to me (couldn’t even chew the “lobster” the provided with it? Honestly just remove it from the menu.)
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
DEBRA BOTTJER
Wonderful dining experience! Can't wait to go back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: White Chocolate Bread Pudding, Classic Crème Brûlée, Sustainable King Salmon
Brittney Blackmon (BodaciousBB)
Garlic Roasted Mushroomsthey were okay I wish they were dripping in garlic butter.Almost PalomaTequila Blanco, lime juice, house-made grapefruit shrubTastes exactly like a good Paloma but without the fizz of soda. Would recommendSnake River Farms Wagyu Eye of RibeyeGrilled over almond wood, duck fat fried marble potatoes, charred onion, huckleberry demi-glaceJust get it because it's that good melt in your mouth seriously, but pro move ask for a little salt to sprinkle on top it will enhance the flavors truly.Jumbo Lump Blue Crab CakesPan-seared, apple-carrot slaw, pomegranate seeds, pomegranate reductionGood, but it is sweet, I would have preferred it a little more with savory notes but I recommend it because it's a really fresh take on the crab cakeMiso Glazed Pork BellyPickled apple arugula salad, garlic chili oilThis I would order again and double it.. soo good. The salad was absolutely refreshing paired well with the rich tender pork belly. I was so mesmerized.Olo Ranch Braised Beef Short RibConfit of cherry tomatoes, vegetable sauteed spinach, pommes puree, pan jusTender TENDER TENDER I recommend ordering this everytime you go.Parking: Parking is extremely limited we were lucky enough to find parking in the parking garage for free in the evening. we drove around for about 10 min until we lucked out.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Olo Ranch Braised Beef Short Rib, Jumbo Lump Blue Crab Cakes
DerKapitan
What a fantastic experience, I brought my wife here for her Birthday and it was a delight! Our server Daniel was amazing and the food was so delicious. The restaurant was visually pleasing and comfy, though my only annoyance was it was loud, though as the evening rolled on and fewer patrons were left, things got much better. People are just loud. A minor inconvenience.
Dina Tkachev
Amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Leeroy
Service was outstanding. Waitress was professional and engaging. Food and drink was fabulous. The lighting was a bit too dim, to where the menu was somewhat difficult to read, and the details of what was arranged on your plate was somewhat challenging to make out. A great evening was had by all!
JanetS
It was a lovely experience. I took my niece there for her birthday! The waiter Nick was great: excellent suggestions and delicious drinks! The corn and potato gnocchi was unbelievable! Definitely the place to go for a special occasion or romantic evening in Monterey!
We tried Happy Hour here a few weeks ago and enjoyed the food so much that we decided to come back for Valentine's Day. They did a fabulous job. Though it was busy, they didn't overbook the way so many restaurants do on that day. Our server Conchetta was timely, helpful with menu suggestions, and friendly. The food was delicious. My husband had the bacon wrapped pork chop with siraccha rice. I had the catch if the day, porcini crusted salmon. Both were delicious. We shared the bread pudding dessert. It was perfectly prepared, flavorful and moist without being soggy. The check was presented with two macarons, which Conchetta called “the bill buffer.” This will definitely be at the top of our list for a special occasion restaurant.
michaelc
Concetta was our server -- was so nice. The food was very good. I had the pork chop which was very juicy and crispy outside. My partner had the scallops which were perfectly done. All well prepared. Atmosphere felt a little 80s but pleasant.
Todd Goldwasser
Excellent food, short ribs were fantastic! Great little and convenient spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Olo Ranch Braised Beef Short Rib
Jonathan
The restaurant looks great. The service was really good. The wine list was by no means huge, but had many good and inexpensive bottles. The food was "so-so". I wouldn't go there again because of the food. The rest, as I said, was okay to good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Audrey Schettler
We had a great experience! Our server Carlos was friendly and knowledgeable. We had the ahi tuna special appetizer, short ribs, rack of lamb and bread pudding. All were delicious! We’re sad we live out of town because we already want to go back!
The food was amazing, especially the Jidori chicken. The service was great and the atmosphere was nice as well.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Garlic Herb Roasted Jidori Chicken Under a Brick
Excellent service and great food.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Pros: The service was impeccable. Shoutout to everyone we were in contact with esp Christopher and Michelle. The atmosphere was really pleasant. The almost Paloma cocktail was really nice. I love that they are trying to do farm to table and focus on local and high quality proteins and veg. The short rib on the kids menu was such an amazing deal for my kids and so generous. And a favorite all the way around. The New York steak was really good. Potatoes so light don’t know how they do it. The scallop entree (if you love scallops was good but not great)Cons: the rest of the cocktails were not that creative or balanced. They could use a refresh on the cocktail menu. The risotto was not a fav. Normally we choose rice over potatoes. Go with the mash potatoes pure perfection. The scallop starter was interesting but not in a good way. Sliced way too thick and the “sauce” felt like a simple pour of tamari so it was a miss. The crab cakes were a little fishy and a little heavy and they’ve been done so much unless you’re doing something special why even serve them. For reference being based in Maui, HI were going to places like Morimotos for seafood or mama’s fish house so we are a little spoiled but still, from the reviews we expected a little more. All in all I give it a five because they were quick to fix anything we needed. Most of our food choices we loved and the service which really makes the experience was spot on. We would come again we’d just be more careful in what we ordered. ??
Atmosphere: 5
Service: 5
The food is REALLY hit or miss but the cioppino slaps and chicken is amazing. Staff was pretty good too. Lobster bisque was one of the worst I’ve ever had so minus a star for them ever recommending that atrocity of a soup to me (couldn’t even chew the “lobster” the provided with it? Honestly just remove it from the menu.)
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Wonderful dining experience! Can't wait to go back again.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: White Chocolate Bread Pudding, Classic Crème Brûlée, Sustainable King Salmon
Garlic Roasted Mushroomsthey were okay I wish they were dripping in garlic butter.Almost PalomaTequila Blanco, lime juice, house-made grapefruit shrubTastes exactly like a good Paloma but without the fizz of soda. Would recommendSnake River Farms Wagyu Eye of RibeyeGrilled over almond wood, duck fat fried marble potatoes, charred onion, huckleberry demi-glaceJust get it because it's that good melt in your mouth seriously, but pro move ask for a little salt to sprinkle on top it will enhance the flavors truly.Jumbo Lump Blue Crab CakesPan-seared, apple-carrot slaw, pomegranate seeds, pomegranate reductionGood, but it is sweet, I would have preferred it a little more with savory notes but I recommend it because it's a really fresh take on the crab cakeMiso Glazed Pork BellyPickled apple arugula salad, garlic chili oilThis I would order again and double it.. soo good. The salad was absolutely refreshing paired well with the rich tender pork belly. I was so mesmerized.Olo Ranch Braised Beef Short RibConfit of cherry tomatoes, vegetable sauteed spinach, pommes puree, pan jusTender TENDER TENDER I recommend ordering this everytime you go.Parking: Parking is extremely limited we were lucky enough to find parking in the parking garage for free in the evening. we drove around for about 10 min until we lucked out.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 4
Recommended dishes: Olo Ranch Braised Beef Short Rib, Jumbo Lump Blue Crab Cakes
What a fantastic experience, I brought my wife here for her Birthday and it was a delight! Our server Daniel was amazing and the food was so delicious. The restaurant was visually pleasing and comfy, though my only annoyance was it was loud, though as the evening rolled on and fewer patrons were left, things got much better. People are just loud. A minor inconvenience.
Amazing.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Service was outstanding. Waitress was professional and engaging. Food and drink was fabulous. The lighting was a bit too dim, to where the menu was somewhat difficult to read, and the details of what was arranged on your plate was somewhat challenging to make out. A great evening was had by all!
It was a lovely experience. I took my niece there for her birthday! The waiter Nick was great: excellent suggestions and delicious drinks! The corn and potato gnocchi was unbelievable! Definitely the place to go for a special occasion or romantic evening in Monterey!
Restaurantji Recommends
We tried Happy Hour here a few weeks ago and enjoyed the food so much that we decided to come back for Valentine's Day. They did a fabulous job. Though it was busy, they didn't overbook the way so many restaurants do on that day. Our server Conchetta was timely, helpful with menu suggestions, and friendly. The food was delicious. My husband had the bacon wrapped pork chop with siraccha rice. I had the catch if the day, porcini crusted salmon. Both were delicious. We shared the bread pudding dessert. It was perfectly prepared, flavorful and moist without being soggy. The check was presented with two macarons, which Conchetta called “the bill buffer.” This will definitely be at the top of our list for a special occasion restaurant.
Concetta was our server -- was so nice. The food was very good. I had the pork chop which was very juicy and crispy outside. My partner had the scallops which were perfectly done. All well prepared. Atmosphere felt a little 80s but pleasant.
Excellent food, short ribs were fantastic! Great little and convenient spot.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Olo Ranch Braised Beef Short Rib
The restaurant looks great. The service was really good. The wine list was by no means huge, but had many good and inexpensive bottles. The food was "so-so". I wouldn't go there again because of the food. The rest, as I said, was okay to good.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
We had a great experience! Our server Carlos was friendly and knowledgeable. We had the ahi tuna special appetizer, short ribs, rack of lamb and bread pudding. All were delicious! We’re sad we live out of town because we already want to go back!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5