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California, United States Food Guide: 5 Steakhouse food Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Monterey
Reviews on Steakhouse 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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1. 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.
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2. Whaling Station Steakhouse
Overall Ratings
4 based on 423 reviews
The internationally acclaimed Whaling Station, perched just above Steinbeckâs Cannery Row has been Monterey Countyâs #1 Steak House for over 40 years, The Whaling Station takes the term âSteak Houseâ seriously... See the restaurantâs dry-aging room, selec
Reviewed By CinderellaDearest
Service was very efficient and friendly without being intrusive.Slices of bread with whipped butter, Beef carpaccio, and yorkshire pudding were all very good. Strawberry daquiri does not have sugar rimming the edge of the glass, and they do not use fresh strawberries.My petite filet with peppercorn sauce, and asparagus with sauce, were both lukewarm and somewhat tasteless, and they graciously removed it from the bill.My dining partner thought her meal was all great.And the Pavlova dessert with passionfruit drizzle was superbWebsite pictures are prettier than what you actually are served.So some hits and misses. I'd go back for the things i enjoyed.
3. Cafe Fina
Overall Ratings
4 based on 529 reviews
Receiving rave reviews from both locals and its famous guests, Cafe Fina specializes in Italian seafood and features fresh local seafood, seasonal organic vegetables from the owner's ranch, fresh homemade pasta and a classic wood burning ovenâthe first in
Reviewed By ManiH5
We were lucky to have a table overlooking the Monterey bay, with Sea Lions and otters swimming by. Food was excellent, but not light. Made to Italian gourmet cooking. We had bass and lobster tails. Wish the bread was warm and crunchy, though. Otherwise, we enjoyed every bit of it, together with a Chianti bottle, that didn't disappoint us at all.Service was excellent.Thanks so much for taking the time to write such a nice review. Cafe Fina truly is the best place to sample both the spectacular Monterey Bay view and fresh seafood. Our Italian classics are all made from old family recipes handed down through the generations and can't be beat. So glad you found us; enjoyed the meal, the view and our staff! Please come back again soon.
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4. Fish Hopper
Overall Ratings
4 based on 3394 reviews
The FishHopper * Experience the beauty of the Pacific Ocean, combined with world class dining on historic Cannery Row,within walking distance to the Monterey Bay Aquarium and fine shops.The Fish Hopper, once an original sardine cannery building, offers sp
Reviewed By TauntonBob
We checked out this place earlier in the day and, despite the fact that it had dishes on the menu that were more expensive than on any other menu we had looked at, we decided we liked the look of it and booked a table for later, asking if we might have a window table.When we arrived we were shown to a table right at the far end of the pier section, so that we had windows both behind the table and to the side, which was excellent.We then met our server, Emily, who was very sweet and attentive, and looked after us really well. I was impressed when, having ordered two glasses of Pinot Grigio, she pointed out that we could actually get half a bottle for 50 cents less. Thank you Emily, much appreciated!!Knowing how large portions can be in American restaurants, and having made the mistake the night before, we decided not to have starters. My wife ordered the sesame crusted salmon with coconut prawns and Emily arranged to have an alternative, non spicy, sauce for her. I had the ultimate seafood pasta. I have to say that we were right not to have starters, because the portions were generous and the food was very good. I confess I helped my wife out by finishing some of her salmon and used some of her rice to soak up the very nice pasta sauce.Somehow, though, we did manage to find room for some desserts. For me a creme brulee and for my wife key lime pie. Both very nice.It was certainly not cheap to eat here, but we felt that it was actually very good value for money and we were entirely satisfied with our experience.
5. Cibo Ristorante Italiano
Overall Ratings
4 based on 444 reviews
COCKTAILSâ¢DINNERâ¢JAZZCibo (pronounced chee-bo) means food in Italian, but itâs more of a feast for the senses. An intimate yet vibrant atmosphere is accentuated with expressive art in the form of photography, paintings, sculpture, hand-blown glass and liv
Reviewed By Dan1229
Great Caesar Salad & Seafood Linguine (scallops, shrimp, ahi tuna, & Salmon) which they allow to be shared. $25 corkage fee for your favorite Carmel Valley wine.
