50 Best Seafood Restaurants near Seaside

“Delicious food.... We had some red aguachiles and some green aguachiles. We’ve been here tons of times, but today when we went in, the service wasn’t the same, waitress seemed upset for some reason because I asked for extra avocado & I had to ask another waitress for some chips 20 minutes later because the original waitress never asked us if we needed anything else after they brought us our food. Besides that, food was delicious 👍🏿“

“great service and the food was deliscious plus they had great Musica“

“I had a great experience at Maligne in Seaside. I had seen some negative reviews before coming in, but based on my experience today, I honestly don’t feel they reflect what this restaurant has to offer.

The open kitchen is awesome and gives the restaurant a warm, homey feel while still having that fine-dining atmosphere. The food was excellent, the drinks hit the spot, and Joel, our server, was awesome—friendly, attentive, and made the experience even better.

I really enjoy fine dining, and Maligne definitely delivered. Great food, great atmosphere, and great service. This is absolutely a place I’ll be coming back to!“

“This place is such a treat for our family! We get boil bags to split and it's always so much food, but so delicious. It's so great to have a good seafood boil spot right in our neighborhood. One of my kids doesn't like seafood, so he always gets Mongolian Beef and loves it!“

“Authentic mexican and south-american food restaurant. The service was friendly and quick. The atmosphere could be a little bit more comfortable. The food was on point (although the fish in the ceviche was cooked and shredded) and the michelada is a great choice!

Parking: More than five spots directly in front of the restaurant but there is space to park on the street, also.“

“We were more than pleasantly surprised by the quality of the food. The garlic fries were an excellent start, followed by the pan seared salmon. Even the sides were delicious. Thanks to our server Eric, for the wonderful service. It's so nice to have such a good restaurant right in the hotel.

Update: Back for a second night because last night was so good. Had to have the Garlic Fries again. Oh my... so good! Then it was Chicken Carnitas Quesadilla and Fish and Chips. Excellent! Really good. We went for dessert tonight. Turtle Cheesecake. Oh my!!! We may have to have it again before we leave. Thanks Eric!!! You are the best! So glad you had our table again. Thank you for your kindness!!!“

“Good food, must come and try. Worth the wait. In seaside. We enjoyed coming here to eat.“

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“This was the best restaurant I never ate in. Lemme explain. My superwonderul-one-in-a-million friend is in Monterey visiting her sister and bro-in-law there. (Actually they live in Chico, CA but they drove down to Monterey for the weekend.) So, says I, "Why not try Sardine Factory? (I live in Albuquerque, but hey, Diana is my superwonderul-one-in-a-million friend...oops, I already said that... and she is in CA, visiting from Albuquerque). So I called Sardine Factory and spoke to Mary and she took my credit card number and the rest is history. THANK YOU MARY! Diana, my friend, said it was a "10." "Staff was fantatic."in the Conservatory. "The waiter tied a bib" on her. The best meal I ever had... from 1,00 miles away. Mary, you are the sweetest person in the world! But Diana loved it, and that what matters the most. Oh, she had cioppino (see photo) and her sister had "delicious" seafood pasta and her bro in law had sea bass ("very good"). So Mary, and Sardine Factory, you made people very happy this evening. But that is what you do. God bless.“

“What an exceptional dining experience. The creativity of the menu was a highlight, along with the locally sourced ingredients. Throughout, the ambience and service were cozy, elegant, and charming. Chez Noir is a restaurant with a clear perspective and warm authenticity, which makes it feel profoundly special. One of my all-time favorite restaurants, and I can well understand why it has garnered such acclaim! This was the perfect spot to celebrate our 20th anni.“

“Excellent curated dining experience. Will be a go to for us. Stellar food, beverage and service.“

“I had done a search for the best clam chowder in Monterey and they are at the top of almost every list, and they were right! I got the clam chowder in the garlic sourdough bowl I highly recommend them! My wife, Michele got risotto with caramelized onions, shrimp and sole. We had a view of Monterey Bay and some sea lions playing. Our server, Giovanny, was phenomenal! He brought Michele a piece of complimentary cheesecake and a rose for her birthday. 🌹 I had the chocolate creme brûlée. Great start to our mini-vacay in Monterey!“

“Great place for quick lunch“

“Beautiful view of shoreline, delicious entrees, great atmosphere, helpful waitstaff.“

“We love Cafe Fina and always try to dine there when in Monterey. Great food, cocktails and good wine selection. We recently had our son and daughter in law’s rehearsal luncheon there and everyone enjoyed the atmosphere, amazing food and drinks. We highly recommend this fine restaurant while visiting Monterey. Cozy, warm and friendly staff too!“

“My favorite restaurant on Cannery Row! Great service every time and great food!!“

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“Ordered take out twice during my month long vacation in PG. First order was 5 stars. Fish & Chips and artichoke appetizer. Hot, freshly prepared, delicious! 2nd (repeat) order not so much☹️. I was in-between the lunch and dinner hour and my food had been sitting around awhile I was disappointed! because I was so looking forward to freshly prepared fish & chips“

“Fabulous food! Great wine and outstanding service! I can’t wait to come back“

“Amazing place.

Service was exceptional, really friendly and welcoming.

Food was amazing. Really recommend the chips and salsa. The hose special sea bass was fantastic, as was the banana sundae. Worth every calorie.

We were lucky enough to get a table as walk-ins but would probably book as they were full on a Wednesday evening.“

“The food was great, but the real star of the night was our waitress, Giuliana.

I swear she knows that menu better than the chef. 😂 We could’ve asked her what aisle the salt was made in, and she’d probably have had an answer. She knew every dish every ingredient and gave awesome recommendations.

What really impressed us was that even though the restaurant was absolutely packed, she never made us feel rushed. She still took the time to answer questions explain the menu and made the whole experience that much better.

To the owner whatever you’re paying Giuliana… it probably isn’t enough. 😆 Hang on to her employees like that are hard to find. 👍🏻🤩“

“Great service, great ambiance, great food!“

“Amazing food. Amazing atmosphere and wonderful service.“

“Great service and excellent food! Right on the water“

“London bridge pub-Monterey“

“Great food and very friendly staff. Looking forward to going back.“

“Great customer service + 1(8)(O)(5)(3)(0)(1)(7)(0)(0)(2) NO NONSENSE and GREAT ASSISTANCE!!!“

“My family from Texas was visiting and we came for the first time….. best food, service and drinks. Joe was a great and welcoming service. 100% recommend“

“Absolutely wonderful, small quaint. Fish market and restaurant all in one whoever is cooking the food they are on it it is so amazing so tasty I was so satisfied The server she was dealing with every single table in the whole place inside and out killing it hustling unbelievable so satisfied“

“Absolutely fantastic restaurant and a breath of fresh air in the Carmel culinary community. The food was incredible and the service was top notch. The space is refreshingly chic and relaxing. The tables are spaced apart to allow for conversation and there's no rush to finish your meal. You are encouraged to linger and enjoy the best meal in Carmel!“

“Great service and food…. The hostess served us and she rocked it. Great time. Will come back!“

“Delicious food! impeccable service!!!“

“Someone learned how to cook Sushi 🍣 Rice! Decided to give Poke House another chance for redemption, and they came through! Ono!! Shoots!!!“

“I’ve been to Global Cruising four times now, and every visit has been great. The food is delicious, the service is always friendly, and the atmosphere is really nice. Consistently a great experience every time. Definitely one of my favorite spots, and I highly recommend it! 🔥🤝“

“Amazing food and service. If you need gluten free options then this is the place! GF garlic bread, pasta, and more. soooo good!“

“Loved it had great service and good was awesome“

“I am from Michigan took my family here. Food was great, people were great and very fun. kept us entertained while we waited for our food. I left my backpack full of souvenirs there and they mailed it all the way back to Michigan. Very thankful.“

“The food and service was amazing! we had the crab cakes and the barramundi. Both were some of the best seafood dishes we've ever had!“

“We've been here several times and it's always great. The waiter was incredibly nice, had fantastic suggestions and was super attentive. The food was absolutely delicious. The clam chowder - smakin'. The bread and butter - unusually delicious. The fresh caught sea bass special - meat butter. All was so good. We'll be back again no doubt. Thanks to the team at Domenicos!“

“Great food, view and service.“

“The Pocket in Carmel-by-the-Sea serves beautifully prepared seasonal dishes, with standout fresh seafood and inventive small plates that showcase local coastal flavors. The intimate atmosphere is cozy and elegant, making it ideal for a romantic dinner or special celebration, whether you choose the warm indoor seating or charming patio. Service is consistently attentive, warm, and thoughtful from start to finish. The quality of the food, curated wine list, and overall experience make it a true gem in Carmel—absolutely delightful and highly recommended.“

“We celebrated our anniversary there and had the BEST time. Faisal always makes you feel like family. The food and music are the best!!!“

“Great food, view and location. Friendly service right in the heart of Cannery Row.“

“Wonderful dining experience. Food was fabulous. We shared the calamari appetizer which was delicious. Then we shared the Paella oh my goodness was it wonderful. More than enough for two. This is a favorite restaurant of ours when we come to Carmel and it never disappoints.“

“The staff is excellent food is amazing makes you feel special always“

“EVERY TIME I GO THERE❤️❤️❤️ AMAZING ❤️🌹🌹🌹 THEY TAKE OUT THE BONES OF YOUR FISH❤️❤️❤️ CRACK AND CLEAN YOUR CRAB❤️❤️ HARD WORKING PEEPS ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️ FRESH FRESH ❤️❤️❤️❤️ EVERY TIME🏄‍♀️🏄‍♀️🏄‍♀️🏄‍♀️🏄‍♀️“

“Loved the happy hour! Great food and drinks!! The service was fantastic!“

“Stopped in for lunch after wine tasting next door and we were not disappointed. The food is amazing and the service was fast and pleasant. I would've preferred we were seated at a table first (instead of the bar) or asked to wait for table. We ended up being seated at the bar and then offered a table 10 minutes after and had to move all of our drinks and food. Other than that, amazing experience and we will definitely return when we visit Carmel again.“

“I have found a legitimate broker who has helped me in so many ways in the aspect of forex & cryptocurrency. At first, I was really skeptical that it won't work but I still kept the faith going until I saw a recommendation about Mrs Craig Vanessa who changed my financial status from grass to grace. Once again I'm really grateful for your help and support towards me and my family in this tough time of the year. If you are looking for a change in your finances, then connect to Mrs. Craig Vanessa today on WhatsApp through Facebook via Mrs Craig Vanessa“

“Great service, great food and wonderful atmosphere.“