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 Very fine dining |
At the corner of Ocean and Seventh Streets Court of the Fountains Mission Monterey and Carmel, CA 93921 United States +1 831 624 2406 |
Inside this romantic restaurant you can sit amidst warm pastel colors and exquisite oil paintings, while the staff grants your every wish. Outside on the patio, you can dine next to fountains and gardens. Catering to an upscale crowd of locals and tourists, it specializes in delicacies such as Filet Mignon and Farm-raised Monterey Abalone. Enjoy a Rack of Lamb carved right at your table. With more than 600 wines to choose from, you cannot go wrong. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Four-Star Seafood & Wine |
47 Fisherman's Wharf No. 1 Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 800 843 3462 |
Since this four-star seafood restaurant is right on Fisherman's Wharf, the view cannot be beat. It specializes in Sicilian seafood and the photographs lining the walls depict the owners' fishing background. A variety of tasty fresh fish meals with pasta are available, but the cioppino is the specialty of the house and is terrific. The wood-burning oven cranks out some great steak and lamb dishes as well. The wine list is eclectic, topping out with the usual USD200 Dom Perignon and an Italian Red, Tignanello, Marchesi Antinore at USD132. The service is family-like and locals frequent the place on a regular basis. See website for menus, videos, and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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California coastal cuisine |
8205 Valley Greens Drive (Quail Lodge) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93923 United States +1 831 624 1581 |
Innovative regional cuisine is served at this pretty restaurant on the Quail Lodge property. The menu changes nightly but always includes the best fresh local seafood, vegetables, game and poultry. On any given night, the menu might include fresh-caught fish, free-range poultry, and venison. Wine aficionados will have fun perusing the extensive wine list, while other can ask the maitre d' for a recommended wine pairing. Its serene lakeside location makes this a perfect place for a relaxed meal or drink. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Dozens of choices |
50 Fisherman's Wharf Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 372 3655 |
Picky eaters will appreciate this restaurant's menu; wishy-washy ones are apt to be overwhelmed. There are more than a dozen fresh fish specialties, and that is not including the shellfish dishes. Almost all of the house-made pasta dishes feature some kind of seafood, while the grilled menu sticks with Filet Mignon and other red meat classics. The modern, airy dining room buzzes with activity. Diners ponder the many options or simply slurp down a few savory choices from the raw bar. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great food, wine and service |
50,Fishermans Wharf, Suite 1 Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 372 3655 |
Dominico's is the perfect blend of good food, lovely atmosphere and efficient service. It serves tantalizing Italian fare and fresh sea food with oyster specialties and an award winning wine list to choose from. The restaurant faces the Monterey Harbour and the view, therefore, is simply breathtaking. The prices might be a bit on the higher side, but then the entire dining experience here, is worth every penny. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine, Fine Dining |
99 Pacific Street (100C Heritage Harbor) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 375 9798 |
This is a place for discerning customers who want only the best. The cuisine is primarily French with a definite California twist, and the service is beyond impeccable. The decor is low key so as not to detract from the incredible views. Highly awarded both locally and nationally, the kitchen offers meticulously crafted dishes such as Poached Salmon with Artichokes and Saffron-thyme Sauce, and boned and roasted Duck in Black Currant Sauce. Sit back and enjoy the harbor lights while sampling from the huge wine list. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian-Californian Cuisine |
32 Cannery Row (At Coast Guard Pier) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 649 6700 |
This restaurant on Cannery Row offers exquisite Italian-American cuisine with an Asian twist. And the ocean view is spectacular. The place has high wooden ceilings and an overall airy feel to it. With dishes like Sole Almondine or Italian Sausage Raviolis with Pesto Sauce and an eclectic wine list with mostly California wines, the place makes for a good romantic dinner or one for the family, as the place also has a children's menu. Intimate dinner for two or large party - either way you'll have a terrific time. See website for menus, photos and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Classic seafood specialties |
25 Fisherman's Wharf #1 Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 372 6153 |
All of the classic fusion seafood styling come into play on this menu. The entree list features Blackened Snapper, Pepper-Crusted Swordfish and Coconut Prawns. Sun-dried tomatoes, black beans, caramelized onions and other nouveau favorites make an appearance alongside many a denizen of the deep. However, balancing out the menu are seafood standards such as surf-n-turf with a baked potato on the side. The restaurant is located on oh-so-touristy but still picturesque Fisherman's Wharf. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Popular Spot Since 1846 |
Fisherman's Wharf (at the end of Alvarado Street) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States |
With many excellent restaurants, guided tours, and interesting shops, this landmark has something for everybody. Whether you wish to dine on incredible seafood, go for a whale-watching tour, look at historical artifacts, or purchase exotic candy, you can do it here. Some of the best eateries in all of Monterey are found here. It can also be a great place to buy freshly caught fish or just walk around and look at all the pelicans lingering about. Various special events are held throughout the year. Credit card acceptance varies by store. See website for more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Famous view and cuisine |
120 Highland Drive (in the Highlands Inn) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93923 United States +1 831 622 5445 |
The dramatic, panoramic view of Big Sur is probably this restaurant's primary claim to fame, but the cuisine and wine list have also earned a reputation among well-heeled travelers to the Monterey Peninsula. Dine on creative and contemporary dishes like Roasted Day Boat Sea Scallops or Grilled Colorado Rack of Lamb. Most of the vegetables and many seafood items are harvested just outside the hotel. The several-course prix fixe menu can be ordered with or without wine pairings. Needless to say, the ambience is elegant and exclusive; dress accordingly. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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New to Spanish Bay |
2700 Seventeen Mile Drive Monterey and Carmel, CA 93953 United States +1 831 647 7490 |
It is easy to guess what this restaurant's focus is after you learn that it is the namesake of a famed Italian winemaker. Do not visit for a good glass of porter. Instead, select from the impressive list of rare and expensive wines. The Tuscan-inspired cuisine is a treat with or without wine. Start with Cacciucco alla Livornese, a tangy seafood soup seasoned with saffron, and move on to the cheese-stuffed Cannelloni al Forno. Almost all of the decadent desserts have been thoroughly soaked in liquor. The restaurant is handsome, dignified and graceful, perfectly conducive to either hand-holding or deal-closing. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seafood with a View |
101 Fisherman's Wharf, #1 Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 372 7562 |
This legendary seafood restaurant is located at the end of Fisherman's Wharf and its origin goes back to the 1950s. It has been family run for decades, and the service is impeccable. Specialties include Linguini Shellfish and Swordfish Steak. An ample wine list features a 1995 Rutherford Estates Cabernet Sauvignon as its high end ($38). This is the place to get some of the freshest fish around. The restaurant caters to tourists as well as locals. See website for menus and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Right on the ocean |
10 miles south of Carmel on Highway 1 Monterey and Carmel, CA 93921 United States +1 831 624 2933 |
This is the only restaurant in the Monterey area that is right on the ocean. The inside is subdued, but it offers huge windows that are practically on the cliff. Watch sea lions, pelicans, and everything else as the waves come crashing in. The service is impeccable for the locals, tourists and wedding parties here. Specialties include swordfish steak and Filet Mignon. The wine list is fairly extensive. Day or night, the view is awesome. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary Pacific Basin cuisine |
2700 Seventeen Mile Drive (The Inn at Spanish Bay) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93953 United States |
Hawaiian super-chef Roy Yamaguchi brings his signature cuisine to the Monterey Peninsula. While California Cuisine is nothing new to foodies, Roy's mixture of ancient Asian cooking traditions and cutting-edge Pacific Rim techniques can make even jaded palates take notice. Try Slow-roasted Mongolian Pork Tenderloin, Steamed Hawaiian Onaga or Crispy Pumpkin Wontons. Accompany the meal with a red wine from Roy's own label. Relax in sophisticated surroundings, attended by an expert server. You will understand why Roy's is an island treat and a new mainland favorite. Review © 2007, Wcities |
