A semi-formal atmosphere with high-level service and food which is only outmatched by breathtaking views.This is a golfer's paradise, but the views of Monterey Bay are breathtaking for golfers and non-golfers alike.Come to The Bench...you will not be disappointed!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Roberto Ferraris
The Bench offers a good selection of food at a fair price considering the setup you are in.The food is excellent and the service top quality and friendly.I had the California salad with salmon and my wife a marguerita pizza. Both great. I saw that they prepare a bread baloon which I never saw before. It looks great but I can say nothing about the taste.You can use your $15 ticket entrance as a voucher to pay part of your bill.You can sit inside or in the terrace. Both offers amazing views of the golf course and beach.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Marc Szczesny-Pumarada
Phenomenal views of the Stillwater Cover and the 18th Green at Pebble Beach. The food matched the views. The scallops were perfectly cooked.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Falafel Panzanella
Sat Sidhu
The restaurant boasted an incredible atmosphere, especially as we dined on the outdoor patio. Highly recommended by friends, it offered a picturesque view of angry waves and a lush green golf course. While its location and amenities rivaled the best, the food and service fell short. Being a family of six, including three small children, we had ordered some shared starters. They were served one after the other with big gaps…. defeating the purpose of sharing. While one of us enjoyed an amazing burger, the Shawarma, a fusion dish of Middle Eastern and Indian cuisine, disappointed. The kids' macaroni and cheese was over-grilled, rendering the top layer burnt and the top layer inedible for kids. Though the waitstaff was polite, the kitchen failed to deliver dishes in decent time.Wheelchair accessibility: There is an elevator to the restaurant for accessibility. Parking is rather far from the restaurant, but you can drive up to the building of the restaurant to drop the wheelchair off and then park your car away.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Soup, Bread Balloon
aprylkristine
☀️?Absolutely BEAUTIFUL views of the ocean and grounds. Perfect for a date. Romantic. After our meal we walked down toward the ocean.?Food was amazing. We got the short rib sandwich, bacon/fig flatbread, brussel sprouts. Everything was delicious ??
Whether one golfs or not, a stop at this place, the 18th hole of the Pebble Beach Golf Course, is a must. The food is delicious, reasonably priced and the views of the course and overall Pebble Beach can't be beat. Likewise, the staff is friendly and attentive which makes for a perfect experience. We had the arugula salad and mushroom flatbread pizza. Both were delicious, especially after a long day of sightseeing.Reservations are recommended, but they do accommodate walk ins. We shared a communal table which, at first, seemed awkward, but the other couple whom we shared it with, left shortly thereafter. The tables/seating areas are quite large which allows for enough spacing where it still feels like you're having a private dining experience while in a communal setting.Feel free to walk out to the 18th hole for that perfect picture.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Organic Mushroom Flatbread
Dan G
Nice views, good food. Was brought here by our CEO for a staff lunch and man his place is so good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Sandwich
Bo Han Zhu
Amazing food and service. You have to get a seat outside with their fireplaces - the atmosphere is amazing by the ocean. Everything tasted incredible, for me it was the wild mushrooms they used. Our server Chris was wonderful too! Really looking forward to coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Organic Mushroom Flatbread
austin woodin
Fun place for a great meal with a great atmosphere.
The Bench offers a dining experience that promises stunning views of the majestic Monterey Bay and Pebble Beach. However, my recent visit left me torn between the enchanting ambiance and the underwhelming fare.Let's start with the positives. The outdoor seating area, overlooking the waters of the Monterey Bay, is nothing short of mesmerizing. The ambiance alone deserves high praise.Now on to the food. Despite the anticipation of a delicious meal, the reality fell short of expectations. I got the Charred Avocado salad, a seemingly simple yet satisfying choice but what arrived at my table was a disappointment. Don't let the looks deceive you. The salad pictured below was a beauty smothered in chunky grains of salt, overpowering all the freshness and flavor. Considering the hefty price tag of nearly $30, the lackluster quality of the salad left a sour taste in my mouth. If it weren't for the excessive saltiness and the exorbitant prices, I would have easily given The Bench a perfect 5/5 rating.
Alfredo Brizuela
Beautiful views! Service is 5 star. Food is a little pricey, but you will get what you pay for. My party of 5 ordered different plates and we couldn't find one negative thing. Drinks were tasty and made with love. We sat on the inside near the window with a bay view. You are able to sit outside as well, but it was a little cold when we visited. I would return
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Soup
DM
So, my husband and our visiting friends went there for my birthday on a very warm weekend, looking forward to a wonderful lunch sitting outside enjoying the beautiful views. However, once we got there, we found out that they do not have any umbrellas for the outdoor tables. Seriously? Then we were curtely informed that we CANNOT change tables once seated. EVER. It was at least 84° out, no breeze, and we would have probably all gotten sunstroke. . . So we sat inside where it was still too warm, cuz no AC, and enjoyed our meal. Our waiter was very nice, and the food good. However, it's months later and I'm still wondering. Why no umbrellas?? Clint? Hello? Anyone? Is there a city ordnance making umbrellas illegal???
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 2
rajat kabra
Decent food with amazing ambiance. The server was awesome and suggested us items to order and pair.
A semi-formal atmosphere with high-level service and food which is only outmatched by breathtaking views.This is a golfer's paradise, but the views of Monterey Bay are breathtaking for golfers and non-golfers alike.Come to The Bench...you will not be disappointed!!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Bench offers a good selection of food at a fair price considering the setup you are in.The food is excellent and the service top quality and friendly.I had the California salad with salmon and my wife a marguerita pizza. Both great. I saw that they prepare a bread baloon which I never saw before. It looks great but I can say nothing about the taste.You can use your $15 ticket entrance as a voucher to pay part of your bill.You can sit inside or in the terrace. Both offers amazing views of the golf course and beach.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Phenomenal views of the Stillwater Cover and the 18th Green at Pebble Beach. The food matched the views. The scallops were perfectly cooked.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Crispy Falafel Panzanella
The restaurant boasted an incredible atmosphere, especially as we dined on the outdoor patio. Highly recommended by friends, it offered a picturesque view of angry waves and a lush green golf course. While its location and amenities rivaled the best, the food and service fell short. Being a family of six, including three small children, we had ordered some shared starters. They were served one after the other with big gaps…. defeating the purpose of sharing. While one of us enjoyed an amazing burger, the Shawarma, a fusion dish of Middle Eastern and Indian cuisine, disappointed. The kids' macaroni and cheese was over-grilled, rendering the top layer burnt and the top layer inedible for kids. Though the waitstaff was polite, the kitchen failed to deliver dishes in decent time.Wheelchair accessibility: There is an elevator to the restaurant for accessibility. Parking is rather far from the restaurant, but you can drive up to the building of the restaurant to drop the wheelchair off and then park your car away.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 2
Service: 3
Recommended dishes: Soup, Bread Balloon
☀️?Absolutely BEAUTIFUL views of the ocean and grounds. Perfect for a date. Romantic. After our meal we walked down toward the ocean.?Food was amazing. We got the short rib sandwich, bacon/fig flatbread, brussel sprouts. Everything was delicious ??
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food and view
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Organic Mushroom Flatbread, Falafel
Whether one golfs or not, a stop at this place, the 18th hole of the Pebble Beach Golf Course, is a must. The food is delicious, reasonably priced and the views of the course and overall Pebble Beach can't be beat. Likewise, the staff is friendly and attentive which makes for a perfect experience. We had the arugula salad and mushroom flatbread pizza. Both were delicious, especially after a long day of sightseeing.Reservations are recommended, but they do accommodate walk ins. We shared a communal table which, at first, seemed awkward, but the other couple whom we shared it with, left shortly thereafter. The tables/seating areas are quite large which allows for enough spacing where it still feels like you're having a private dining experience while in a communal setting.Feel free to walk out to the 18th hole for that perfect picture.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Organic Mushroom Flatbread
Nice views, good food. Was brought here by our CEO for a staff lunch and man his place is so good!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Fried Chicken Sandwich
Amazing food and service. You have to get a seat outside with their fireplaces - the atmosphere is amazing by the ocean. Everything tasted incredible, for me it was the wild mushrooms they used. Our server Chris was wonderful too! Really looking forward to coming back.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Organic Mushroom Flatbread
Fun place for a great meal with a great atmosphere.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Restaurantji Recommends
Amazing! Food. Service. Atmosphere! View!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The Bench offers a dining experience that promises stunning views of the majestic Monterey Bay and Pebble Beach. However, my recent visit left me torn between the enchanting ambiance and the underwhelming fare.Let's start with the positives. The outdoor seating area, overlooking the waters of the Monterey Bay, is nothing short of mesmerizing. The ambiance alone deserves high praise.Now on to the food. Despite the anticipation of a delicious meal, the reality fell short of expectations. I got the Charred Avocado salad, a seemingly simple yet satisfying choice but what arrived at my table was a disappointment. Don't let the looks deceive you. The salad pictured below was a beauty smothered in chunky grains of salt, overpowering all the freshness and flavor. Considering the hefty price tag of nearly $30, the lackluster quality of the salad left a sour taste in my mouth. If it weren't for the excessive saltiness and the exorbitant prices, I would have easily given The Bench a perfect 5/5 rating.
Beautiful views! Service is 5 star. Food is a little pricey, but you will get what you pay for. My party of 5 ordered different plates and we couldn't find one negative thing. Drinks were tasty and made with love. We sat on the inside near the window with a bay view. You are able to sit outside as well, but it was a little cold when we visited. I would return
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Soup
So, my husband and our visiting friends went there for my birthday on a very warm weekend, looking forward to a wonderful lunch sitting outside enjoying the beautiful views. However, once we got there, we found out that they do not have any umbrellas for the outdoor tables. Seriously? Then we were curtely informed that we CANNOT change tables once seated. EVER. It was at least 84° out, no breeze, and we would have probably all gotten sunstroke. . . So we sat inside where it was still too warm, cuz no AC, and enjoyed our meal. Our waiter was very nice, and the food good. However, it's months later and I'm still wondering. Why no umbrellas?? Clint? Hello? Anyone? Is there a city ordnance making umbrellas illegal???
Atmosphere: 1
Food: 3
Service: 2
Decent food with amazing ambiance. The server was awesome and suggested us items to order and pair.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Margherita Flatbread, Bread Balloon