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 Not-too-expensive breakfast food |
1126 Forest Ave Monterey and Carmel, CA 93950 United States +1 831 375 8484 |
Start the morning right with a huge, heavy plate of eggs and bacon, biscuits and gravy, or Eggs Benedict. A number of variations on Eggs Benedict are also served. Prices are low to medium. At lunchtime, try one of the specials; the Sunday turkey spread is one of the best. The cafe is located in lovely Pacific Grove, within walking distance of several B&Bs and just a mile away from the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic British Pub |
444 Alvarado St (near Munras St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 656 9543 |
With 24 beers and ales on tap, a vast array of single-malt scotches, live music on the weekends, and live soccer from the U.K. on Saturday mornings, this is the place to be if you want authentic British atmosphere. As for the decor, it is 100 percent British. The kitchen serves up the usual fare: fish 'n' chips, bangers, etc. There are even trivia contests and karaoke nights. All sorts of people come here, from British ex-pats to sports fans to singles looking for love. See website for menu, events calendar, and other regional locations. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Right on the water |
720 Cannery Row (@ Prescott St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 1884 |
With dishes like Dumb Luck Coconut Shrimp and Lt. Dan's Drunken Shrimp, and specialty drinks like the Lava Flow and the Bayou Surprise, this shrimp restaurant in Cannery Row attracts tourists from all over, as well shrimp-lovin' locals. The place is usually packed and noisy, making for a great night out amidst the lights. The place has its own line of hats, shirts and other souvenirs. You will never find a wider variety of shrimp dishes anywhere else, and the service is excellent. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic British Pub |
611 Lighthouse Avenue (at Hoffman St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 372 5565 |
This British-style pub is small enough for an intimate date and large enough to provide a great time over a few drinks with a group of friends old or new. The truly British decor of the place gives it an authentic feel. The restaurant serves up traditional British fare and there are 16 beers on tap. With burgers named Picadilly and Trafalgar, as well as drinks called the Leprechuan and Red Silk Knickers, you cannot go wrong. Most sandwiches and burgers are around $7. The service is great. 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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Elegant Sicilian cuisine |
301 Alvarado St (& Del Monte St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 649 8151 |
This elegant but casual Italian restaurant perfectly blends innovative twists of Sicilian cuisine with local flavors. Inside, you will find black lamps, terra cotta walls and a plethora of foliage. Not only is it a great place for live jazz, it is also an excellent spot to try pizzas or choice grilled dishes such as the Lamb Chops with Garlic and Asparagus. A huge variety of wines are available. Locals haunt the place and the service is great. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic British Pub |
150 W Franklin St (between Calle Principal & Tyler St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 649 6496 |
This authentic British pub serves dinner until midnight and the heated outdoor patio is legendary. You will think that you are in London, as the decor is truly British in all respects. The grub is typical pub fare: fish and chips, meat pies, sandwiches and the like, most of which tips the scales under USD10. Twenty beers are on tap and there is an extensive selection of single-malt scotches. It is never hard to stir up conversation. The bartenders are great, and the place attracts all walks of life, from business professionals to college students. See website for menu, bar info, and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Huge shopping mall |
1410 Del Monte Center (Hwy 1 at the corner of Munras Ave) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 2705 |
This shopping mall encompasses more than 600,000-square-feet of retail space filled with just about everything you could possibly want. This is not really an upscale touristy place like The Barnyard in nearby Carmel. It is your basic, run-of-the-mill suburban mall. You will find a Macy's, a Mervyn's, bookstores, art galleries, eateries, lots of clothing stores, gift shops, stationers and more. Make a day of it at this shopping Mecca. 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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Eclectic cuisine expertly prepared |
400 Cannery Row Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 372 2628 |
Executive chef James Waller makes the most of Northern California's bounty at this epicurean outpost in the Monterey Plaza Hotel. House-made pasta, fresh-caught seafood and organic produce figure heavily into the menu. It changes seasonally, but items might include Steinbeck's duck, roast rack of lamb or broiled swordfish. The dining room is sophisticated and richly decorated with Oriental carpeting and floral-patterned upholstery. Glass windows along two sides of the restaurant afford excellent views of the Bay. The service is terrific. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Great Bargain for Tasty Seafood |
1066 Broadway Avenue Monterey and Carmel, CA 93955 United States +1 831 899 2199 |
El Migueleno features great seafood dishes at low prices. It is absolutely El Salvadorian. The authenticity is reflected in the homemade food, colorful decoration and true friendliness of the staff. Do not miss their Playa Azul– six kinds of seafood cooked with white wine mushrooms, and Filette Miguelano– grilled fish with green cheese enchilada. Pupusa is also very popular. For drinks, discover the difference between Orchata Salvadorana and Orchata Mexicana. -Hoiyin Ip Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic Mexican Seafood |
724 Abrego St Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 372 1032 |
The menu here is packed full of intriguing coastal specialties from South of the Border. The spacious and tastefully decorated interior with its tiered floors, assures one as to the quality of the food the moment one enters. Seafood is rendered into piquant dishes that can be ordered with confidence and that are served graciously. And there is plenty of chicken, beef, pork and a traditional array of enchiladas, chiles rellenos, and pozole, as well. Nor will vegetarians want for menu options. The bar is well stocked a variety tequilas and Mexican beers, as well as fine, locally grown wines. See website for menu, event calendar and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic Greek food |
422 Tyler St (at Pearl St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 655 8108 |
This authentic and simple eatery received awards for the best Greek food in Monterey from both the Coast Weekly Readers' Poll and Dining Weekly. Tucked away behind a music store and a tobacco shop, it might be hard to find, but the simple delicacies here are to die for. All the standard Greek fare, like Moussaka, Pastitsio, and Dolmades, are ripe for the picking here, and everything is totally affordable. The decor is unpretentious and simple, like the food. A great place to sample the wonderful cuisine of the Greeks with excellent service, too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Spanish Tapas Restaurant & Lounge |
700 Munras Avenue Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 375 0176 |
Located in the heart of downtown Monterey next to the historic Casa Munras Garden Hotel, a Larkspur Collection Hotel, Estéban promises a unique culinary experience where guests can "sip, savor and share" Mediterranean tapas and Spanish-inspired cuisine. Serving traditional dishes with a pinch of adventure, Estéban is the ideal place for a quick lunch, a sit down dinner or socializing with friends. Whether dining on the outdoor patio, by the warm fireplace in the lounge or sitting at the bar with a fantastic view of the exhibition kitchen, Estéban's unique Mediterranean cuisine can be enjoyed for lunch, dinner or late night dining. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Creative, Spicy, Fun |
223 17th Street Monterey and Carmel, CA 93950 United States +1 831 372 3456 |
The flavors of coastal France, Spain and Italy are brought into play at this restaurant, serving as the inspiration and the culinary backbone for such dishes as Bouillabaisse Marseleillaise and Osso Buco Fandango. Dishes are peppery, flavorful and rich. Order a selection of tapas as an appetizer. The bill will be high, but the place encourages diners to follow the European habit of stretching dinner into a three-hour experience. The interior is warm and handsome. The glowing natural tones of light wood are used in everything from the furnishings to the ceiling to the trim on the windows. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Quintessential French |
1188 Forest Avenue Monterey and Carmel, CA 93950 United States +1 831 372 5325 |
From the crocks of onion soup to the buckets of mussels with fries, this place has a menu straight out of a Parisian sidewalk cafe. The three-course prix fixe meal also is French in origin. But perhaps the most pleasant French culinary custom that this place borrows is the feeling that, even if dinner is not pricey, it should still be an enjoyable, special occasion. Cheery, festive decor, a knowledgeable husband-and-wife duo at the helm, and a renowned collection of French wines and wines by the glass help to make this place a favorite of foodies on a normal budget. See website for menu and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Best Breakfast Place! |
125 Ocean View Boulevard Monterey and Carmel, CA 93950 United States +1 831 372 1125 |
First Awakenings is aptly named, it's a real eye opener and not just with the great breakfast they serve but with the bright surroundings and the friendly staff serving you. The breakfast served here is rave-worthy delicious. Whether it's a waffle, blueberry pancakes, omelette's, burritos, crepes, hash browns or just a plain old fruit bowl, you can be assured not to be disappointed. If you're in the city, do not miss a chance to have a hearty breakfast here. First Awakenings is also dog friendly. Although be warned, this breakfast house is so famous you can almost always expect to find a crowd. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Steaks and seafood |
700 Cannery Row (at Prescott St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 372 8543 |
Located right on the waterfront at Cannery Row, this elegant steak and seafood restaurant provides a spectacular view of the ocean. Along with several specialties of the house that change on a daily basis, the menu includes such show stoppers as Pacific Bay Snapper with with Gulf shrimp and Caribbean Seafood Pescadore. Order a drink like the Bucket of Fire and enjoy the rustic decor while you chow down a huge plate of seafood and check out the incredible view. The place is also a great one for parties and the service is excellent. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Innovative Seafood |
1996 Sunset Drive Monterey and Carmel, CA 93950 United States +1 831 375 7107 |
Culinary styles from various regions of the Caribbean are brought into play on this restaurant's interesting and tempting menu. There are the Sauteed Prawns Belize, the Grilled Snapper Cancun and the Tilapia Cancun. Dishes run the gamut from grilled to sauteed to deep-fried. A selection of rich, calorie-laden desserts rounds out the menu. The interior of the restaurant is handsome and comfortable, with white linen tablecloths, dark wood furnishings and expansive windows that look out onto the ocean. See website for menu, cookbook details, and other locations. 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 |
 A sushi master |
1760 Fremont Blvd Monterey and Carmel, CA 93955 United States +1 831 899 9988 |
The restaurant has traditional Japanese decor and cuisine. The sushi bar is run by a master sushi chef with years of training. He concocts over 30 different kinds of sushi with the accuracy of a fine jeweler. In addition to the lunch boxes and dinner boxes, it offers a variety of tempura, noodle, and seafood dishes, all cheap. A variety of sakes are available, most of which tip the scales around $15 a bottle. The service is great and the place attracts all kinds of people, both tourists and locals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Comfy, old-school pizzeria |
725 Lighthouse Avenue Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 649 1500 |
With its red awning and brick walls, this place looks like it could have been lifted out of New York or San Francisco. It is cheerful, busy and laid-back. Customers of all ages wolf down pizzas, calzones and sandwiches. A new menu of chicken pizzas caters to the quasi-healthy folks in the crowd, though all the diners seem to enjoy it. A full bar is available. This is a family-owned business and proud of it. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Casual Italian place |
469 Alvarado St Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 644 9230 |
Everything here is made from scratch, including the homemade sausages and pastas. The atmosphere is laid back; the colorful decor, the plants and the ceiling fans adding to the casual scene. Portions here are huge, well worth the price, and everything is made to order, not pre-packaged. Start with an appetizer of artichoke hearts and continue with the Breaded Calamari Combo, just one of the many varieties of pastas available. Do not miss the hearty breakfasts, a great way to start the day. The service is great and the place attracts customers from all walks of life. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Lavish Indian delights |
220 Olivier St (& Scott St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 372 4744 |
The service, the atmosphere and the food are top notch here. Catering mostly to locals, the place features a relaxing outdoor garden heated by a fireplace and surrounded by flowers. Specialties include Rogan Josh and Fish Tikka. It also offers quite a few vegetarian dishes, rice creations, and a variety of breads straight from the wood-fired oven. Bottles of wine range from $15-36. This is a great place to introduce yourself to Indian cuisine. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Ravioli, Fish, Steaks & Dessert |
208 17th Street Monterey and Carmel, CA 93950 United States +1 831 373 2416 |
A number of vegetarian choices are on the menu at this cheerful Pacific Grove dining spot. Herbivores can dine on deliciacies such as Portobello Mushroom Ravioli or Quattro Tagioni Pizza. There are quite a few meat choices (such as the elegant Basil Steak), but in general the cuisine is a bit lighter than the rich fare found at many Italian eateries. A fresh seafood specialty is featured every day. There is a limited wine and beer selection. The decor is breezy and casually upscale. There is no dress code and the service is great. See website for menu, take-out options, photos, and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Seafood favorite by a respected name |
57 Fisherman's Wharf Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 1851 |
Vaguely nautical from the outside and quite contemporary from the inside, this restaurant is one of four ventures by Peninsula celebrity chef John Pisto. The interior is white on white on white with a few indoor trees and potted palms adding patches of green. The paint job plus the amount of light that filters in through the oversized windows causes the place to almost sparkle when the sun is at its peak. Guests dine on fresh fish, seafood pastas, wood-fired pizzas and, the house specialty, calamari prepared in one of a half-dozen different ways. See website for menu and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Prime Steaks & Seafood |
763 Wave St (between Irving and Prescott Sts) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 3778 |
An old, old standby in Monterey, this eatery serves up world-class steaks and seafood in an airy, colorful environment that is casual and cozy. Alive with the ebullient chatter of customers, the restaurant will delight you with its Wood-fired California Swordfish and its Brace of Fresh Large Quail. The wood-grilled, corn-fed beef dishes are to die for and the service is impeccable. It is a popular spot for tourists and locals. See website for menu, online deals, and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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This is Sushi |
409 Alvarado Street Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 6463 |
This is an oasis for the traveling sushi sophisticate. Exceptionally fresh fish is crafted into a dazzling array of traditional and speciality sushi and sashimi. Tempura, teriyaki and udon round out the menu, and edamame (green soybeans) and nasu (eggplant with sweet sauce) should start off every meal. A wide selection of sake is available, as well. The decor is as slick, urban, and contemporary as any in Los Angeles, but the service is competent and gracious in the most traditional Japanese manner. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Big portions and martinis |
474 Alvarado St (at Pearl St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 645 9036 |
Voted by Coastal Weekly as Monterey's best new restaurant, this place is, as the title suggests, for those who have a passion for large portions and living life to the fullest. The decor tkaes one back to the 1920s prohibition era where the martini was king. The menu includes aged prime steaks, several sandwiches and pasta dishes, as well as several big salads and more martini recipies than you will see anywhere else. A great place for lunch or dinner, and the service is excellent. The wine list features a variety of California wines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Delicious coastal cuisine |
631 Ocean View Boulevard Monterey and Carmel, CA 93950 United States +1 831 658 0880 |
With its stunning views of the Pacific Ocean and its delicious cuisine, Lattitudes at Lover's Point is one of Monterey's most romantic restaurants. The menu features fresh seafood and local products that have been cleverly crafted by established chef Tene Shake. Some of the signature dishes include Lobster Pot Pie, Braised Short Ribs, Parmesan Salmon, and Olde English Fish and Chips. If the tempting food and scenery isn't enough, live music is performed on Friday and Saturday with Jazz performed the rest of the week. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Waterfront Public House |
Figuero St (Wharf # 2) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 655 2879 |
The only waterfront pub on the West Coast, this British-style drinking hole has over 60 international beers, indoor and outdoor seating, traditional pub games, a gift shop, and lots more. The interior is decorated in the traditonal British pub-style, with memorabilia all over the walls. The menu offers a variety of salads, as well as British dinners and Happy Hour specials. The friendly bartenders bring in all walks of life. See website for menu and more. 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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A Sicilian Treat |
1180 Forest Avenue Monterey and Carmel, CA 93950 United States +1 831 333 1035 |
A Sicilian, Matteo runs this restaurant with authentic recipes and enthusiasm from the island of Sicily. His cheerfulness is spread to each of the tables, making the dining experience a lot fun. As for the food, everything is homemade. Even the tomatoes are homegrown. The Caprese Salad is exceptionally delightful. You can't go wrong with any of the pizzas or pasta dishes. Definitely save room for a Cannoli and a glass of dessert wine. 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 |
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Colorful & Full-Flavored |
414 Calle Principal (at Franklin Street) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 648 8880 |
The kitchen and rotisserie are completely open for all to see in this colorfully decorated bistro that combines American, Italian and French cuisines. The interior is fancy and sleek, but the attitude is very casual, which accounts for the wide-ranging clientele. It won Esquire's award for "best eatery of 1995" for plates such as Grilled Gulf Prawns over Caramelized Leek Risotto and Veal Cheeks over Mustard Whipped Potatoes. Beginning at around $20 for the house varietals, the impressive wine list includes some alternative whites and adventurous reds. The friendly service will bring you back many times. See website for menu, wine list and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Authentic British Pub |
479 Alvarado St (near Jefferson St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 655 3031 |
Encompassing nearly 5,000 square feet, this Tudor-style British pub claims to be the original one in the area. It has a load of beers and ales on tap as well as 60 single-malt scotches available. You can relax in the heated garden patio with its own fireplace, or hang inside, where you can enjoy live entertainment six nights of the week. Food is traditional pub fare: bangers, burgers, and fish and chips. There is no better beer selection in Monterey, and the happy hour is constantly being voted the best in town by locals. It is always fun here. See website for menu, beer list, specialty drinks, photos, and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 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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Fresh Fish & Fine Wine |
701 Lighthouse Ave Monterey and Carmel, CA 93950 United States +1 831 655 3311 |
In spite of its somewhat suggestive name, this restaurant is a model of propriety. The dining room is comfortable yet sophisticated. The cream-colored walls are adorned with just a bit of artwork, but not too much. Low lights and proper white table linens add a refined touch. The specialty of the house is its ever-changing selection of fresh, locally caught fish. The wine list has won awards in the past, and the restaurant is proud to offer many of the vintages at very affordable prices. 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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Convenient Yet Fine Dining |
662 Lighthouse Avenue Monterey and Carmel, CA 93950 United States +1 831 643 1060 |
The menu at the Red House Cafe is simple yet selective and American with an interesting European twist. The place is well lit and a delightful experience on a sunny day. Breakfast is only served on weekends. The menu available here is very dynamic and changes often according to market and seasonal availability giving the patron the freshest options. If you want a fine dining experience which is easy on your pockets as well, check this place out. 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 |
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Otters outside your window |
Municipal Wharf 2 N Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 2818 |
Located right on the waterfront, this restaurant has a spectacular view of the water. You will even see otters leaping around right outside your window. The friendly professional staff serves up great seafood dishes like Dungeness Cracked Crab ($18.95) and several steak, pasta, and grilled dishes. Most importantly, this place features the only piano bar in all of Monterey. Entertainment begins at 7pm daily and this place makes for a great casual dinner, a romantic evening, or just a place to grab a cocktail and to escape the tourist masses. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Legendary Seafood Restaurant |
701 Wave St (at Prescott St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 3775 |
Long popular with locals and tourists alike, this restaurant has several special features--each with its own appeal: its oak bar is nearly 200 years old, while the Cannery Row room has a pirate-like atmosphere; the conservatory is alive with statues, and the Captain's Room captures days-gone-by with its Barbary Coast feel. Foodwise, this restaurant is diverse as well; the abalone bisque (a local specialty) is world famous, and the venerable eatery specializes in create-your-own banquet meals. The service will be professional and personable. More than 1,000 wines are at the ready in its wine cellar, which can be rented out for parties of up to 16 people. Join the star-studded list of celebrities who have also dined (and explored) here. See website for menus and wine list. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Pricey nibbles and top-shelf drinks |
400 Cannery Row Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 646 1700 |
California-inspired snacks and salads are served at this nautically inspired eatery in the Monterey Plaza Hotel. Start with Dungeness Crab Cakes or Schooners' Wings. Light eaters can opt for a fruit boat or a seafood salad. Heartier dishes include a Dill-Broiled Seabass BLT or, for vegetarians, a Portabella Sandwich. In addition to a respectable wine list, the restaurant boasts a great selection of scotches and bourbons. Approximately a half-dozen beers are on tap. With its brass fixtures and sail ceiling, the decor is very conducive to long bouts of grog-drinking. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Huge New York-style Pizzas |
685 Cannery Row (at Prescott Street) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 8463 |
This pizza joint throws together huge, New York-style pizzas and stocks over four hundred wines for you drinking pleasure. You do not find that combination in many other places, which is why this pizzeria is becoming very popular. WIth names like the Bronx Combo, the Queens Deluxe, and the 6th Street Special, one will be instantly transplated to the bronx, where these recipes orginally came from. The pizzeria also has lighting quick lunches featuring many sandwiches and strombolis. This is a great place with great service. See website for menu and wine list. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Jazz, blues, food, beer |
700-A Cannery Row (near Prescott St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 372 3225 |
This popular jazz and blues club brings in masses of locals for the live music and excellent food. The place is always crowded, with people filling up the mahogany chairs to gorge on the plates of delicious seafood and steak or the good sandwiches. There is a great ocean view, and the stained glass windows give it an historic look. Bands play every night. The place has a wide variety of specials, from Monday Night Football deals to jam nights to private parties. One of the most popular spots on Cannery Row, it also has dynamite service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Braised, grilled, roasted or raw |
Seventeen Mile Drive (Lodge at Pebble Beach) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93953 United States |
Like the other restaurants at Pebble Beach, this place has a deceivingly folksy name to go with a decidedly up-market atmosphere. The decor is modern with exposed beams, hanging deco-style lamps and abstract artwork. The menu features an array of creative, mouthwatering seafood dishes such as Oyster Chowder ($7), Cedar Plank Roasted Salmon Roulade ($19.75) and Applewood Smoked Sea Bass ($21). The raw bar offerings change nightly, but there is always a Raw Fish Board to appease the sashimi lovers in the house. There is great service, too. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary Mediterranean |
500 Hartnell St (Polk & Madison Sts) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 1110 |
This eatery combines French, Italian and Spanish cuisines with bold California flavors. Situated in an historic adobe building that has gone through many incarnations since 1833, the restaurant caters mostly to locals who come in for the unique mixture of culinary influences and the or try a larger plate like the Smoked Hudson Valley Duck Breast with Hobbs Bacon. The wine list is good with prices ranging from USD20 to about USD375 at the top end. See website for menu, wine list, event announcements and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Country cookin' |
2999 Monterey Salinas Hwy Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 647 1444 |
Situated in an old stone house dating back to the 1880s, this is a good place for a romantic dinner. Dine inside by the fireplace or under the stars on the flowery patio. It features good old-fashioned country dishes such as Herb Rotisserie Duck and Grilled Center Cut Pork Chop with Bourbon Molasses. Rooms are available for private parties and catering is also available. The extensive wine list begins at the low end and includes several Syrah, Cabernets, and rare Magnums. The impeccable service attracts many types, from couples on romantic getaways to tourists to locals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Vegetarian since 1969 |
111 Central Avenue (near Eardley Street) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93950 United States +1 831 373 0335 |
Consistently named "Best Restaurant for Vegetarians" by local publications, Tillie Gort's is a great place to hang out and enjoy fresh, healthy meals. Though the vegetarian (and even vegan) options are plentiful (don't miss the veggie-laden pastas or the "No Meat" Loaf), carnivores are looked after as well (chicken enchiladas or a cheeseburger with sauteed mushrooms ought to do the trick). Breakfast is popular, probably due to the alluring array of scrambles, omelettes and benedicts (not to mention the Artichoke Frittada or the Cinnamon French Toast). Beer, wine, an assortment of coffee and tea drinks, as well as a nice selection of exotic juices are available. See website for menu and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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