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Reviews on Seafood food in Monterey, California, United States. Think picnics on gorgeous, uncrowded beaches, fabulous seafood restaurants, and great hotels overlooking beautiful Monterey Bay… Monterey is a great place for a romantic getaway. Nature buffs can explore the bay by kayak for a close-up look at sea lions, seals and otters.
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10. Chart House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1085 reviews
Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to t
Reviewed By Aldo B
We had a great time. No reservations so we had to eat at the bar and service was excellent. Make reservations as this place is always full. Surprisingly the steaks here are excellent. YOU MUST order the crab cakes and the coconut crunchy shrimp. Oysters were on par with plenty of all the usual dressings. We enjoyed a great bottle of Caymus that was very reasonably priced. The views of the bay are excellent and this would be a great romantic option for a couple.
9. Sea Harvest Restaurant & Fish Market
Overall Ratings
4 based on 893 reviews
Sea Harvest is owned and operated by local fishermen and has been serving fresh, local and sustainable seafood on the Monterey Peninsula since 1983. Sea Harvest has been voted Best Seafood Market on the Monterey Peninsula for over 20 years in a row.
Reviewed By rb913
This is a very small but obviously very popular restaurant/market. Be prepared for a long wait to get a table. Eventually, I got tired of waiting and just ordered fish & chips to go (which I should have just done to begin with). Food was excellent. Fish was crispy and fries were good (especially with the vinegar packets they provide at the counter). When I finally found a place to "picnic" outside, the food was still hot too.
8. C restaurant + bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 612 reviews
the C restaurant + bar is a spectacular dining location that provides a breathtaking view of Monterey Bay. The cuisine, under the direction of Executive Chef Matt Bolton, offers up sustainable seafood, blending in a variety of local produce and meats. We
Reviewed By AngyChin
C restaurant is located inside Intercontinental Hotel. Breakfast is served until 11:30am. Food is ok, and price is âhotelâ price.View is nice next to ocean. Ambience is clean and classy.
7. Schooners Coastal Kitchen & Bar
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2113 reviews
Schooners Coastal Kitchen & Bar, suspended over the waters of Monterey Bay, is a stunning restaurant featuring sustainable seafood and approachable, contemporary American cuisine. The ideal location for celebrating the Central Coast and the spectacular co
Reviewed By MJK74q
Food was enjoyable but the highlight was looking out from the dining table across Monterey Bay. Ask for a table near the window and look out for Otters playing in the ocean nearby. Sunset was a great time to dine.
6. Monterey's Fish House
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1764 reviews
Reviewed By seasondtrvlr
This used to be one of our favorite restaurants when visiting the area, however, now it is just average. The 'red' sauce used as a base for most of their pastas & fish dishes is thin and bland. The bread they serve is like Wonder bread rolls and when you're in 'sourdough country', why not serve a decent bread? The grilled baby octopus was overcooked and cold; pasta w/ mussels only fair; artichoke just OK; Rio Grille has the best! Probably the best thing to order is grilled fish - nothing w/ sauces. But coming from the east coast we eat a lot of fish and wanted local fare. The atmosphere is frenetic w/ the waiters rushing through taking orders & serving. And speaking about the waiters, make sure you ask the price of their specials or any change you might make w/ your order (our waiter advised me to order the appetizer size half fried calamari/half Sicilian which should have cost about $15 and he charged us $19) because prices tend to be quite high. The prices which are not listed on the menu appear to be at the discretion of the waiter; keep in mind that their tips are dependent on the amount of your bill. We will not be going back.
5. Old Fisherman's Grotto
Overall Ratings
4 based on 2334 reviews
Located on historic Fisherman's Wharf with stunning views of the Monterey Harbor, Old Fisherman's Grotto is a "must visit" restaurant. The "Grotto" has rightfully earned its worldwide reputation for only the finest cuisine in a superb atmosphere and servi
Reviewed By RestlessNative365
Great solo experience at the Grotto. Went for lunch and had an appetizer and poached pear salad. So good. Would go back.
4. Sandbar & Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 638 reviews
Reviewed By Dale W
I thoroughly enjoy dining here; it's right on the water overlooking the water where one can watch sea lions playing, it has a casual vibe, the service is good, and the staff are welcoming and friendly. And, of course, the food is delicious. I don't get down to Monterey too often, so I ordered copious amounts of food and enjoyed it all. First, the sand dabs are cooked perfectly and are served with a nice tartare sauce; the meat was moist and tender and it's nice as an appetizer that is sufficient for two. I had the grilled fish sandwich; the bread was fresh and there was plenty of fish making it a tasty sandwich. And their strawberry shortcake is amazing; enough for two, it had sweet ripe strawberries and plenty of whipped cream and cream anglaise. The cake was fresh and it was one of the best shortcakes I've ever had. We came on a Sunday afternoon at around 1:30; we found parking right on the wharf next to the restaurant and there was no wait for a table for two. It was all quite a good experience. I look forward to the next time I can make it here.
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3. Loulou's Griddle In The Middle
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1360 reviews
Loulou's Griddle in the Middle is the tiny diner on Wharf #2. We always say we're "tiny but mighty." We cook with a lot of heart, soul, and deep care about every detail. We aim to make your experience comfortable, fun, delicious, and a little like being a
Reviewed By SussexMen2
We stumbled across LouLouâs by chance, and saw the quirky shack, with a queue! - Worth the wait (they take your number and just call when the tableâs free) , amazing staff, busy, food is delicious. We hit LouLouâs for breakfast and you wonât be disappointed!! - Perfectly cooked, fresh ingredients, and good portions! Go if youâre in Monterey!
2. Crystal Fish
Overall Ratings
4 based on 411 reviews
Reviewed By lorik930
We had good sushi & service walking distance to our hotel. We werenât starving so found this place out of convenience thru Trip Advisor.Food & service was good, 5 min wait. Lacked decor as 1 un-inspired room but satisfied what we needed, just a light dinner.
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1. Hula's Island Grill
Overall Ratings
4 based on 1696 reviews
Reviewed By Shepigs
This restaurant was a refreshing and delicious stop in our road trip around California. The food was innovative and tasty. We had a selection of small plates which were reduced for happy hour including the coconut shrimp rolls, cerviche, calamari, sashimi, edamame and bacon and jalapeño mac n cheese. The Lilikoi margarita was also tasty and delightfully part of the happy hour deal. However the icing on the literal cake was the coconut cake desert which was amazing albeit a little expensive for a piece of cake.
