Someone asked if I had eaten at MO's River Grill. Yes I have. My husband and I ordered a French Dip sandwich. One each. It was really good. It was hot and yummy. It was so big we both couldn't eat it all. We both ate half. Next day it was still good. I would recommend Mo's
K Nico
We live in Monterey, but have been by here many times, and have seen the reviews, and have wanted to come here for a couple years. Based on the reviews, we had high expectations. Unfortunately, aside from the atmosphere, it was one of the worst food choices we have made in the area. My kids got the pizza, and will usually eat it whenever we get it. But the crust/dough was weird, the cheese was bland, and the pepperoni, too. In fact, the pepperoni was grey and almost tasteless. We assumed it must be some organic turkey pepperoni or something. When we asked what kind of pepperoni it was, our waiter went back to the kitchen and asked. He came back and told me that they didn't know, just that it came from Costco. We are extremely unlikely to ever return.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Mrs. Nicoletti
Went for an early Saturday dinner with my family. Kids shared a large pepperoni pizza, I had the caesar salad with salmon, husband had fetucini alfredo. None of it was good. These are pretty basic dishes and it was all disappointing. Maybe it was an off night, but I still paid the same prices on the menu. My kids wouldn't eat the pepperoni pizza because it tasted bad. The pepperoni was an unusual color, tough, and tasted off, so we asked what kind of pepperoni it was. The response we got was, "it's a Costco brand." Bummer. My caesar salad was over dressed and contained an over-powering amount of bacon bits (a non-standard addition to a caesar salad, but I'm open game to new things...though I have an opinion on places that have a lot of bacon added in the menu). The salmon was really bad. Not even close to fresh...though there was no claim made that it would be. My husband was unimpressed with the fetucini alfredo. He didn't have specifics other than he's good with not going back. I'm super bummed with the food. And $30 for a pizza my kids didn't want is a tough price to swallow. I'd hoped to like this place and make it regular off the main drag stop for my family, but sadly we won't be back. For the record, the service was good and the atmosphere was nice.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Katie Davis
Good environment but we all agreed the food was pretty bland and had obviously been waiting in the back because it was lukewarm when it got to our table of 5 people. It did get a little busy so I totally understand being short staffed but I was hoping for more flavor from the food...
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
Patricia Wagner
The blue cheese burger w/fries was great. Also the spinach salad with salmon was really good. Our server was spot on with service.Parking: Plenty
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spinach Salad
Zx10 R
Very friendly service, great atmosphere and awesome food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Soup of the Day
LauraLee Naughton
We were at MO’s for a late dinner. A very large party had come in just ahead of us. The staff was amazing! They kept things moving with professionalism and grace! The food was terrific!Parking: ?? plenty of spaces , well lit & convenient to the entrance.Wheelchair accessibility: Smooth, wide ramp and wide doors made entering & exiting a breeze.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Baked Brie, Spinach Salad
I'm Spy
Good price and delicious food
Food: 5
Service: 4
Ricky Martin
Everyone's steaks were way way overcooked. The French dip had a frozen taste to the meat. Was a cool place. We won't be back. 33 dollars for a small thin way overcooked steak did not win us over.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: French Dip
Jennifer Garcia
Amazing artichoke dip. Went with the hubs for some bottomless mimosas last weekend. So fun. Also took the kids here for v-day & it was packed! The kids were given fun lil goodie bags! Love the personal mom & pops feel of the place... great service.Kid-friendliness: Mac & cheese was a hit with my kids!
Nice little spot kind of a mix between a diner and a sports bar. Actually surprised it wasn't filled with more locals even with it sitting out a ways from town. Food was decent, service was very good and a cozy atmosphere. Small bar area to sit in with a few tvs to watch sports or whatever they have one.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Devin B
Ordered appetizers and salads for lunch. Very friendly customer service (we were only ones there) Appetizers were a little above average. Salads were below average compared to their price.Parking: Front, lots of spotsWheelchair accessibility: Ramp entrance
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Steven Finley
Spinach dip appetizer was one of the best I’ve had. Waitress was super nice and was working hard to keep up with everyone. Restaurant was very cute and designed nicely. The reason for three stars is the rib eye steak has no flavor and mash potatoes tasted like nothing but salt. Great potential in this place but poor execution of the main courseParking: PlentyWheelchair accessibility: Ramp going in
Tay & the Wonder Dog
Not to crowded, and the interior decor set up is lovely and welcoming. I got the chicken alfredo, and my dad got chicken tacos. We both absolutely loved the food! The waitress was wonderful, and she suggested the banana pudding for dessert.....it was so fantastic! The prices weren't at all bad for the excellent quality of cooking. My dad and I will definitely be back!
Margo S.
Food was adequate but not delicious. Avoid the salmon tacos, dry, and the beans or straight out the cans. Wonderful service.
Someone asked if I had eaten at MO's River Grill. Yes I have. My husband and I ordered a French Dip sandwich. One each. It was really good. It was hot and yummy. It was so big we both couldn't eat it all. We both ate half. Next day it was still good. I would recommend Mo's
We live in Monterey, but have been by here many times, and have seen the reviews, and have wanted to come here for a couple years. Based on the reviews, we had high expectations. Unfortunately, aside from the atmosphere, it was one of the worst food choices we have made in the area. My kids got the pizza, and will usually eat it whenever we get it. But the crust/dough was weird, the cheese was bland, and the pepperoni, too. In fact, the pepperoni was grey and almost tasteless. We assumed it must be some organic turkey pepperoni or something. When we asked what kind of pepperoni it was, our waiter went back to the kitchen and asked. He came back and told me that they didn't know, just that it came from Costco. We are extremely unlikely to ever return.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Went for an early Saturday dinner with my family. Kids shared a large pepperoni pizza, I had the caesar salad with salmon, husband had fetucini alfredo. None of it was good. These are pretty basic dishes and it was all disappointing. Maybe it was an off night, but I still paid the same prices on the menu. My kids wouldn't eat the pepperoni pizza because it tasted bad. The pepperoni was an unusual color, tough, and tasted off, so we asked what kind of pepperoni it was. The response we got was, "it's a Costco brand." Bummer. My caesar salad was over dressed and contained an over-powering amount of bacon bits (a non-standard addition to a caesar salad, but I'm open game to new things...though I have an opinion on places that have a lot of bacon added in the menu). The salmon was really bad. Not even close to fresh...though there was no claim made that it would be. My husband was unimpressed with the fetucini alfredo. He didn't have specifics other than he's good with not going back. I'm super bummed with the food. And $30 for a pizza my kids didn't want is a tough price to swallow. I'd hoped to like this place and make it regular off the main drag stop for my family, but sadly we won't be back. For the record, the service was good and the atmosphere was nice.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 1
Service: 4
Good environment but we all agreed the food was pretty bland and had obviously been waiting in the back because it was lukewarm when it got to our table of 5 people. It did get a little busy so I totally understand being short staffed but I was hoping for more flavor from the food...
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 3
The blue cheese burger w/fries was great. Also the spinach salad with salmon was really good. Our server was spot on with service.Parking: Plenty
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Spinach Salad
Very friendly service, great atmosphere and awesome food.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Soup of the Day
We were at MO’s for a late dinner. A very large party had come in just ahead of us. The staff was amazing! They kept things moving with professionalism and grace! The food was terrific!Parking: ?? plenty of spaces , well lit & convenient to the entrance.Wheelchair accessibility: Smooth, wide ramp and wide doors made entering & exiting a breeze.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Baked Brie, Spinach Salad
Good price and delicious food
Food: 5
Service: 4
Everyone's steaks were way way overcooked. The French dip had a frozen taste to the meat. Was a cool place. We won't be back. 33 dollars for a small thin way overcooked steak did not win us over.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 2
Service: 2
Recommended dishes: French Dip
Amazing artichoke dip. Went with the hubs for some bottomless mimosas last weekend. So fun. Also took the kids here for v-day & it was packed! The kids were given fun lil goodie bags! Love the personal mom & pops feel of the place... great service.Kid-friendliness: Mac & cheese was a hit with my kids!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Artichoke Dip
Restaurantji Recommends
Nice little spot kind of a mix between a diner and a sports bar. Actually surprised it wasn't filled with more locals even with it sitting out a ways from town. Food was decent, service was very good and a cozy atmosphere. Small bar area to sit in with a few tvs to watch sports or whatever they have one.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 5
Ordered appetizers and salads for lunch. Very friendly customer service (we were only ones there) Appetizers were a little above average. Salads were below average compared to their price.Parking: Front, lots of spotsWheelchair accessibility: Ramp entrance
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 3
Service: 5
Spinach dip appetizer was one of the best I’ve had. Waitress was super nice and was working hard to keep up with everyone. Restaurant was very cute and designed nicely. The reason for three stars is the rib eye steak has no flavor and mash potatoes tasted like nothing but salt. Great potential in this place but poor execution of the main courseParking: PlentyWheelchair accessibility: Ramp going in
Not to crowded, and the interior decor set up is lovely and welcoming. I got the chicken alfredo, and my dad got chicken tacos. We both absolutely loved the food! The waitress was wonderful, and she suggested the banana pudding for dessert.....it was so fantastic! The prices weren't at all bad for the excellent quality of cooking. My dad and I will definitely be back!
Food was adequate but not delicious. Avoid the salmon tacos, dry, and the beans or straight out the cans. Wonderful service.