Excellent little spot that's well decorated, has great hospitality and service, and a yummy selection of food. We love oysters and they got em! The plates are small so its perfect to order a variety. Prices are great too! Big wine list, small beer list, and Sundays are the slider specials.
Alexandra Berriault
I came to pacific grove to have some time to heal with my dear friend who’s father passed away. We wanted to have a special dinner and we stumbled across a gem! Our host Monica was absolutely delightful. She made sure we were comfortable and from the way she described the menu, I knew the food was made with love and was going to be amazing. I had a lobster roll. Well let me start by saying the bread was so fresh and perfectly toasted. The lobster was so fresh. It was hands down the best lobster roll I ever had. We got steak fries to share that were absolutely delicious. The oil they used was fresh and the fries were perfectly cooked. My friend got a fried oyster slider and he said it was sooo good. We couldn’t stop there lol, so we ordered dessert to share: lemon meringue with fresh berries and whipped cream - yummmmmmmmy! Overall, the experience was definitely what we needed. From the hospitality, cleanliness of the restaurant, to the quality of food, and music choice: 5 stars to everyone.
Morgan Flannery
I’m literally still at the bar of Poppy Hall as I write this - it’s that good. Waitstaff was as friendly and accommodating as they could be even on a busy Sunday (perhaps down by one staff), the wine selection was spectacular (I had Tressomm Falanghila and partner had Hitching Post gen red) and the food - I can already tell is going to be great. The oysters on the half shell were all SO good (Try 1 of each!)EDIT:We also had:Hamachi crudeSalmon gravloxMussels (we ordered fresh oysters but a mix up led to these with their delicious sauce)All of it PHENOMENAL.
Rich Ricks
We really enjoyed this place! Came here not knowing what the menu would be - they're doing a 'grazing' menu (i.e. small plates). Food, service and wine were all great! They didn't rush us even though they have limited seating. Hot tip - try the mushroom ravioli, mussels, and hush puppy and don't forget to save room for the chocolate pudding!
caity watson
I had a really lovely breakfast here. Walked up on a Sunday around 11am and no wait, actually seemed quiet compared to the lines I saw at other places; I couldn’t believe that poppy hall wasn’t swamped on a Sunday because it was so delicious! (People love waiting in lines for brunch huh? Not me) I love the creative brunch items and not just the run of the mill 2 egg breakfast. The donut was incredible. Everyone was really nice and the service was great. Will be back when I’m down in PG again :)
BonnieBellBottims
Fantastic healthy brunch—Despite what this page says, PH is open st 10 am Sunday for brunch. Chef starts the fresh donuts on Saturday nite & comes in at 4 to finish. 3 standards & one rotating— today with Blood Orange glaze. I love poached & coddled eggs & they have 3 entrees featuring this style. Brunch began with complementary mixed greens salad with sunflower seeds & nice vinaigrette. Two entrees served in bowls with a bit of broth which we didnt expect. Cassoulet with butter beans & sausage: Brisket chunks with potato & sausage. The long greens ( chard) didnt have as much flavor as hoped, but plate was cleaned! Indoor distanced tables or outdoor patio with firepits. All of us would order again.
Stephen Pacania
This is the restaurant to beat in Monterey. It baffles me why this place isn't packed nightly. Here's why.Poppy Hall possesses something most restaurants in this area lack: clear, concise direction with the cooking skill to back it up. The ingredients are simple, well cooked, and the flavors all harmonize. I came in on a slow Tuesday for dinner (I'd been for brunch and that's a whole other beast) and every single dish came out coursed, and cooked to perfection. By one cook. That is an extremely dangerous man. Kudos.The menu doesn't try too impress you with terminology. It does it with flavors and classic techniques, finished with a touch of modern style. Rustic, but elevated. The duck breast dish is a perfect example. Gigante beans and spinach, a perfect med-rare duck breast in a sauce that would make Paul Bocuse smile, and a touch of herb oil.Service was great. Utensils were polished, napkins folded nicely (aesthetically pleasing), clear wine glasses. (You'd expect these things to be standard, but these details that are often overlooked in this area IMO). FOH staff were attentive, very friendly and so pleasant to interact with.Décor is unique and charming. I'm coming back here. Often. You should to.
Danielle Munier Coelho
Good Food and Excellent Service !
530ruthb
As always, Poppy Hall continues to have offerings that are tasty and interesting. We celebrated Father's Day with a wonderful brunch, sat outside and enjoyed the weather and the delicious meal. The menu changes weekly and the offerings are always fresh, delicious and varied.
Richard Fung
Quick SummaryThis review is for their Sunday brunch. Food was decent; service was friendly but they appeared understaffed. Good atmosphere with their outdoor dining patio for people-watching. Good establishment, but not a must-try if you're a touristFood- 4 starsGrilled Salmon with Soba Noodles and lemon dressing- this was an interesting fusion dish, and it was decent. I wouldn't come out of my way to get it, but it was goodWestern risotto and poached eggs- similar assessment as above. it's an interesting menu, but the food was just decentService- 4 starsThe servers were very friendly and accommodating, but we had to wait 15 minutes (just standing in the middle of the restaurant) despite having a reservation for brunch. They seemed understaffed as it appeared only 2-3 servers were working during the July 4 weekendBottom LineWas disappointed as Poppy Hall was highlighted in Eater and had rave reviews on Yelp. Perhaps their accolades were for their lunch and dinner menu. However, the Sunday brunch (or maybe what we ordered), was simply lackluster.
Outstanding food! Great service.Highly recommend, the best food I had in a long time.
Mrs. Susan
I’d give 10 stars if I could.The good is outstanding good. We had the vegetable purée and the mushroom ravioli, lemon- poppyseed cake for desert.Everything was incredibly good!Fresh ingredients, made with love, served with a smile!All waiters super friendly and sweet.Feels like family diner!Though it was very busy, everything came quickly.Thank you so much for hosting us!Fun fact: You’re passing the kitchen on the way to the restrooms- tells me that they know how clean and well organised they’re working, so they do not mind guests to take a closer look behind the scenes.
David Hurwitz
Wonderful menu full of surprising, creative and comforting dishes. Every meal starts with their signature green salad, including their lovely house dressing. Plus, the staff is friendly as all get out.
elizabeth fralicks
We had two meals here this weekend: late lunch on Saturday and brunch on Sunday. Don’t go here if you’re looking for something traditional. Do go here if you’re looking for something out of the ordinary with reasonable prices and great service. The food is amazing and focused on flavor and presentation. We really enjoyed the outdoor seating and the attention of the wait staff.
Darold Cooper
My wife and I stopped here for lunch and had a great meal. Not only good food but very nice service, they fed us even tough it was about closing time. We would recommend this place to everyone.
Excellent little spot that's well decorated, has great hospitality and service, and a yummy selection of food. We love oysters and they got em! The plates are small so its perfect to order a variety. Prices are great too! Big wine list, small beer list, and Sundays are the slider specials.
I came to pacific grove to have some time to heal with my dear friend who’s father passed away. We wanted to have a special dinner and we stumbled across a gem! Our host Monica was absolutely delightful. She made sure we were comfortable and from the way she described the menu, I knew the food was made with love and was going to be amazing. I had a lobster roll. Well let me start by saying the bread was so fresh and perfectly toasted. The lobster was so fresh. It was hands down the best lobster roll I ever had. We got steak fries to share that were absolutely delicious. The oil they used was fresh and the fries were perfectly cooked. My friend got a fried oyster slider and he said it was sooo good. We couldn’t stop there lol, so we ordered dessert to share: lemon meringue with fresh berries and whipped cream - yummmmmmmmy! Overall, the experience was definitely what we needed. From the hospitality, cleanliness of the restaurant, to the quality of food, and music choice: 5 stars to everyone.
I’m literally still at the bar of Poppy Hall as I write this - it’s that good. Waitstaff was as friendly and accommodating as they could be even on a busy Sunday (perhaps down by one staff), the wine selection was spectacular (I had Tressomm Falanghila and partner had Hitching Post gen red) and the food - I can already tell is going to be great. The oysters on the half shell were all SO good (Try 1 of each!)EDIT:We also had:Hamachi crudeSalmon gravloxMussels (we ordered fresh oysters but a mix up led to these with their delicious sauce)All of it PHENOMENAL.
We really enjoyed this place! Came here not knowing what the menu would be - they're doing a 'grazing' menu (i.e. small plates). Food, service and wine were all great! They didn't rush us even though they have limited seating. Hot tip - try the mushroom ravioli, mussels, and hush puppy and don't forget to save room for the chocolate pudding!
I had a really lovely breakfast here. Walked up on a Sunday around 11am and no wait, actually seemed quiet compared to the lines I saw at other places; I couldn’t believe that poppy hall wasn’t swamped on a Sunday because it was so delicious! (People love waiting in lines for brunch huh? Not me) I love the creative brunch items and not just the run of the mill 2 egg breakfast. The donut was incredible. Everyone was really nice and the service was great. Will be back when I’m down in PG again :)
Fantastic healthy brunch—Despite what this page says, PH is open st 10 am Sunday for brunch. Chef starts the fresh donuts on Saturday nite & comes in at 4 to finish. 3 standards & one rotating— today with Blood Orange glaze. I love poached & coddled eggs & they have 3 entrees featuring this style. Brunch began with complementary mixed greens salad with sunflower seeds & nice vinaigrette. Two entrees served in bowls with a bit of broth which we didnt expect. Cassoulet with butter beans & sausage: Brisket chunks with potato & sausage. The long greens ( chard) didnt have as much flavor as hoped, but plate was cleaned! Indoor distanced tables or outdoor patio with firepits. All of us would order again.
This is the restaurant to beat in Monterey. It baffles me why this place isn't packed nightly. Here's why.Poppy Hall possesses something most restaurants in this area lack: clear, concise direction with the cooking skill to back it up. The ingredients are simple, well cooked, and the flavors all harmonize. I came in on a slow Tuesday for dinner (I'd been for brunch and that's a whole other beast) and every single dish came out coursed, and cooked to perfection. By one cook. That is an extremely dangerous man. Kudos.The menu doesn't try too impress you with terminology. It does it with flavors and classic techniques, finished with a touch of modern style. Rustic, but elevated. The duck breast dish is a perfect example. Gigante beans and spinach, a perfect med-rare duck breast in a sauce that would make Paul Bocuse smile, and a touch of herb oil.Service was great. Utensils were polished, napkins folded nicely (aesthetically pleasing), clear wine glasses. (You'd expect these things to be standard, but these details that are often overlooked in this area IMO). FOH staff were attentive, very friendly and so pleasant to interact with.Décor is unique and charming. I'm coming back here. Often. You should to.
Good Food and Excellent Service !
As always, Poppy Hall continues to have offerings that are tasty and interesting. We celebrated Father's Day with a wonderful brunch, sat outside and enjoyed the weather and the delicious meal. The menu changes weekly and the offerings are always fresh, delicious and varied.
Quick SummaryThis review is for their Sunday brunch. Food was decent; service was friendly but they appeared understaffed. Good atmosphere with their outdoor dining patio for people-watching. Good establishment, but not a must-try if you're a touristFood- 4 starsGrilled Salmon with Soba Noodles and lemon dressing- this was an interesting fusion dish, and it was decent. I wouldn't come out of my way to get it, but it was goodWestern risotto and poached eggs- similar assessment as above. it's an interesting menu, but the food was just decentService- 4 starsThe servers were very friendly and accommodating, but we had to wait 15 minutes (just standing in the middle of the restaurant) despite having a reservation for brunch. They seemed understaffed as it appeared only 2-3 servers were working during the July 4 weekendBottom LineWas disappointed as Poppy Hall was highlighted in Eater and had rave reviews on Yelp. Perhaps their accolades were for their lunch and dinner menu. However, the Sunday brunch (or maybe what we ordered), was simply lackluster.
Restaurantji Recommends
Outstanding food! Great service.Highly recommend, the best food I had in a long time.
I’d give 10 stars if I could.The good is outstanding good. We had the vegetable purée and the mushroom ravioli, lemon- poppyseed cake for desert.Everything was incredibly good!Fresh ingredients, made with love, served with a smile!All waiters super friendly and sweet.Feels like family diner!Though it was very busy, everything came quickly.Thank you so much for hosting us!Fun fact: You’re passing the kitchen on the way to the restrooms- tells me that they know how clean and well organised they’re working, so they do not mind guests to take a closer look behind the scenes.
Wonderful menu full of surprising, creative and comforting dishes. Every meal starts with their signature green salad, including their lovely house dressing. Plus, the staff is friendly as all get out.
We had two meals here this weekend: late lunch on Saturday and brunch on Sunday. Don’t go here if you’re looking for something traditional. Do go here if you’re looking for something out of the ordinary with reasonable prices and great service. The food is amazing and focused on flavor and presentation. We really enjoyed the outdoor seating and the attention of the wait staff.
My wife and I stopped here for lunch and had a great meal. Not only good food but very nice service, they fed us even tough it was about closing time. We would recommend this place to everyone.
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