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Best Cafe restaurants nearby. Discover the best Cafe food in Monterey. View Menus, Photos and Reviews for Cafe restaurants near you.. 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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6. Monterey Bay Aquarium Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 135 reviews
Reviewed By L B
We had lunch here on a Friday at the end of March, spring break season. We opted to get lunch at about 11:40 and were able to order our food and check out without lines. This is cafeteria style eating where you pick up some freshly prepared food or order food to be cooked to order and then pay at the cashier. The prices are reasonable for a venue like this. You don't feel gouged. There is a wide variety of foods from sandwiches, soups, burgers, fish, salads and deserts. I had fish and chips that were not the best I've ever had but definitely tasty and high up on the list. My wife had the chicken quesadilla and said it was very tasty and filling. Iced tea is refillable all day so hang on to that receipt!
5. Trailside Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 203 reviews
Reviewed By Hermes_NL
Good option for a slightly more cost effective gorgeous breakfast e.g. When staying at the Monterey Plaza hotel. Nite - cash only, but there is an ATM.
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4. Grandma's Kitchen
Overall Ratings
4 based on 173 reviews
Reviewed By NaniFox1
First off bless this cafe for being open Thanksgiving Morning. Now. This cafe is awesome. Great atmosphere. Great service. Great food. Actually just like my Grandma's cooking down to the excellent coffee in a thick heavy mug. Hubby had Grandma's Scramble....delicious with a side of SOS gravy and I had the French Toast combo. All way beyond good. Our waitress was awesome...fast, efficient and very nice. All good old fashioned service and food. I must go to when in town.
3. The Wild Plum
Overall Ratings
4 based on 435 reviews
Reviewed By EllaK10
We had breakfast here 2 mornings in a row last week. The food is great. The baked goods are fantastic. The service can only be described as erratic. Don't go here if you are in any kind of hurry. Otherwise, it's totally worth it for the food. Our breakfast was amazing both days. We did see more than 1 party just give up and leave. Hang in there if you have the time. Our eggs were fantastic, good coffee, wonderful bread. I had a chocolate muffin that can only be described as transcending. (1 tip if you want a latte - ask for it in a regular cup so you don't get a giant bowl of cold coffee... see pic.) If I am ever in the area again - I would go back for the food. I gave it a 'very good' because the food is great.Thank you so much for sharing your experience. We are truly working on every aspect of our business and I so appreciate your feedback. I am so glad you enjoyed our food! Hope to see you again when you're back in Monterey!
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2. Wave Street Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 140 reviews
Reviewed By TXtraveler67
We discovered this place via the TA reviews, and it was outstanding. Itâs a quaint little spot that had cozy a indoor/outdoor setting and outstanding food. I had the Chorizo Scramble and fresh fruit cup, and both were stellar. The scramble was massive and very tasty, and even the fruit cup featured a nice array of tasty berries and melon. This place feels like a slightly hidden gem.
1. Old Monterey Cafe
Overall Ratings
4 based on 612 reviews
Reviewed By Gypsy C
I almost never wait in line at a restaurant, but I could see by the plates getting delivered that it was worth the wait and I was NOT disappointed! Perfectly cooked eggs, crunchy hash browns, homemade salsa, and homemade GRITS swimming in butter! The staff moves people in and out quickly and efficiently, coffee was always full, prices very reasonable.
