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Linguini Isabella  - Old Fisherman's Grotto, Monterey, CA

Old Fisherman's Grotto

4.7
4.7
1605 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
Nestled on the historic Fisherman's Wharf, overlooking the picturesque Monterey Harbor, Old Fisherman’s Grotto is a must-visit dining destination. Renowned worldwide for its exquisite cuisine, impeccable service, and charming ambiance, the Grotto offers a culinary experience like no other. Our menu showcases fresh seafood sourced sustainably, USDA prime beef, and an extensive wine selection with over 200 choices recognized by Wine Spectator Magazine. With a commitment to providing an intimate dining atmosphere, we enforce a zero-tolerance policy for excessive noise levels, ensuring a pleasant experience for all our guests. We kindly ask patrons to keep noise levels moderate to respect others' dining experiences.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse, Unspecified
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 375-4604
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Juan Ponce
  • Neighbourhood
    Monterey
  • Cross Street
    Scott Street
  • Parking details
    Details: Public parking adjacent to Fisherman's Wharf<br /><br />Additional Details: no highchairs, booster seats or strollers.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,605 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Seafood

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Value

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for scenic views

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Old Fisherman's Grotto in Monterey is a cherished dining destination known for its "spectacular" seafood, "best clam chowder anywhere," and "excellent service." Guests rave about the "historic atmosphere" and "breathtaking views" of the bay. The restaurant's commitment to providing a memorable experience makes it a "must-visit" for any occasion.

1,605 Reviews
  1. Jennifer

    West Palm Beach

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Meal was lovely and the server was amazing. Can’t go wrong here

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  2. Minyan

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    I want to share my experience for parents considering this restaurant, especially if you're bringing kids. While the food and our server were quite good, the overall dining experience was disappointing and frustrating. We made a reservation for a Thanksgiving family dinner and brought along our two children, aged 10 and 4. Upon checking in, the host informed us of their child noise policy and asked us to keep the kids' voices down. I agreed and assured them we'd be mindful. As we waited for our table, my 4-year-old, excitedly but briefly, made a comment in a normal childlike tone. Another host (who we later learned was the manager) immediately called this out, reinforcing the policy in a way that felt unwelcoming. Once seated, we kept our promise and had the kids quietly watching TV. Yet, just 10 minutes later, another staff member approached us again to reiterate the policy--even though the kids were silent, and other adults around us were speaking and laughing at much higher volumes. At this point, I expressed my frustration to the manager, and thankfully, the interruptions stopped. However, the overall experience left us feeling unwelcome and unfairly singled out. While the food and service were good, I would strongly advise parents with children to think twice before dining here. Unfortunately, this restaurant is not family-friendly, and I won't be returning.

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  3. Karen

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Thanksgiving dinner! So good. Glad we went this year! Great atmosphere and service!
    Old Fisherman's GrottoResponded today
    Thank you for spending Thanksgiving with us! We’re thrilled you enjoyed the dinner, atmosphere, and service. Looking forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  4. Eric

    Central Coast

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always do Thanksgiving dinner here. The food, service, and hospitality is consistently excellent. This is our go-to restaurant in Monterey.
    Old Fisherman's GrottoResponded today
    Thank you for making us part of your Thanksgiving tradition! We're honored to be your go-to spot in Monterey and appreciate your kind words about our food, service, and hospitality. See you next time!

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  5. Janet

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent all the way around! I spend all my holidays dining at old fisherman’s grotto!
    Old Fisherman's GrottoResponded today
    Thank you for making us part of your holiday celebrations! We're thrilled to hear you enjoy dining with us and look forward to serving you again soon.

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  6. Katherine

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service and food was fabulous, would definitely come back again!
    Old Fisherman's GrottoResponded today
    Thank you for the kind words! We're delighted you enjoyed the food and service. We can’t wait to welcome you back again!

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  7. kevin

    Seattle

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Our waiter kept trying to upcharge us and rush us through our meal. Entrees was brought before we could barely finish appetizers. When we declined dessert he bagged up our bottle of wine as an indication that we were done. There was no reason to rush us on a rainy Thursday evening at 8:30 pm.

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  8. Bernadette

    Chicago

    83 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    83 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    such a great night, parking easy, rainy friday but still able to enjoy evening food amazing Giovanni extremely helpful and provided great suggestions Food came out in good timing and drinks just as tasty! Enjoyed the entire experience everything fresh
    Old Fisherman's GrottoResponded today
    Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled you had a great evening despite the rain and that Giovanni made it even better with helpful suggestions. So glad you enjoyed the food, drinks, and overall experience. We look forward to welcoming you back!

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  9. Clark

    Central Coast

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I came for our 9th anniversary of our 1st date, and everything was wonderful. From the view of the bay to Sinatra playing in the background, everything was perfect! Best of all, our dinners were delicious.
    Old Fisherman's GrottoResponded today
    Thank you for celebrating such a special occasion with us! We're thrilled everything, from the views to the music and delicious dinners, made your evening perfect. We hope to see you again for more memorable moments!

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  10. Laura

    San Joaquin

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 21, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service and attention to detail was amazing !! Our waiter was attentive and made our dinner and birthday celebration perfect.
    Old Fisherman's GrottoResponded today
    Thank you for celebrating with us! We're so glad the service and attention to detail made your dinner and birthday celebration special. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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FAQs

Old Fisherman's Grotto is rated 4.7 stars by 1605 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Old Fisherman's Grotto

39 Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Scott Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Monterey
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse, Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Details: Public parking adjacent to Fisherman's Wharf<br /><br />Additional Details: no highchairs, booster seats or strollers.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Juan Ponce
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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