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1. Passionfish
4.7
Exceptional(7279)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Pacific Grove
Booked 41 times today
Passionfish offers a unique California dining experience with serious food and realistically priced wine in a fun and casual atmosphere. The ever-changing menu features the freshest, sustainable seafood, slow-cooked meats, organic greens, and delectable desserts, all complemented by an award-winning wine list priced nearly to retail. Passionfish is proudly owned and operated by Chef Meral Alpay and her son, Berk Guvenc. As pioneers in sustainable dining, Passionfish became the first restaurant in Monterey County to earn official ‘Green’ certification, reflecting their strong commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable seafood education.
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2. Fandango
4.7
Exceptional(3877)
Price: Expensive
• European • Pacific Grove
Booked 26 times today
A favorite among Fandango regulars is the succulent Rack of Lamb; other menu items include Fresh Seafood, a variety of pastas, delicious and exotic Mediterranean dishes such as paella and Couscous, and a tempting selection of excellent steaks. Several daily specialties are also available.Desserts we offer, Souffle, Profiteroles, Chocolate Mousse
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3. La Mia Cucina
4.9
Exceptional(1025)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • Pacific Grove
Booked 4 times today
Stroll along 17th St., between Lighthouse and Laurel and you will find one of the Peninsula’s favorite spots, La Mia Cucina. This little jewel, with its fresh ambiance and tantalizing menu, is popular with everyone. The colorful European advertising posters that enliven the walls, are “originals, not reproductions.” That phrase is accurate in describing La Mia Cucina itself. From the comfortable linen white decor, accented beautifully by those turn-of-the-century posters, to the hand-crafted entrees and desserts, everything about La Mia Cucina says fresh and original. Owner Michael’s specialty, his ravioli dishes, are a renowned local favorite, and for good reason. They are hand made, with all the care that only a lifetime of creative food combining can bring. In addition to pasta, La Mia Cucina is known for it's fresh fish and meat specials. The desserts are made in-house by his wife Paula and daughter Michaela, and the service is personal and inviting.
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4. Sardine Factory
4.7
Exceptional(5006)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Monterey
Booked 40 times today
Every city has that one can’t miss restaurant, where celebrities feel at home and every other guest feels like a celebrity. Since October 2, 1968, The Sardine Factory’s cachet has made dining in our historic Cannery Row setting a tradition for world leaders, sports heroes and entertainment icons. Our award-winning chefs prepare delectable creations of fresh, sustainable seafood and USDA Prime Aged Beef; winner of Restaurant Hospitality Magazine’s "Best Wine List in America" award. The Lounge’s live entertainment, Happy Hour and affordable menu are a casual alternative to our other dining rooms. Celebrating over 50 years under the same ownership and management! Voted "Best Restaurant in Monterey" by Monterey County Herald readers.
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5. Schooners Monterey
4.6
Exceptional(3044)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Monterey
Booked 53 times today
Schooners, suspended over the waters of Monterey Bay, is a stunning restaurant featuring sustainable seafood and approachable, contemporary American cuisine. The ideal location for celebrating the Central Coast and the spectacular coastal region, the Schooners team commitment to fresh, sustainable seafood is reflected in the creative menu which features a variety of seafood options, both raw and cooked, as well as appetizers, soups, salads and main courses. A creative cocktail menu is served alongside an impressive wine list highlighting Monterey County vintners.
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6. The Whaling Station Steakhouse
4.6
Exceptional(2454)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Monterey
Booked 17 times today
The internationally acclaimed Whaling Station Steakhouse, perched just above Steinbeck’s Cannery Row has been Monterey County’s #1 Steak House for over 50 years, The Whaling Station takes the term “Steakhouse” seriously...Select your USDA Prime cut of the USA’s finest beef from a silver tray or enjoy our slow-roasted USDA Prime, Prime Rib. An award-winning wine list and full spirits bar compliment your dining experience. Serving Dinner and cocktails from 4:30pm daily. The Bar at The Whaling Station Steakhouse has its own menu and its own local following, with drink specials and lively conversation served nightly. Parking in our private lot. A private, 50-seat banquet room is also available.
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7. Old Fisherman's Grotto
4.8
Exceptional(1676)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Monterey
Booked 14 times today
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.
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8. Grasing's
4.7
Exceptional(3096)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • Carmel
Booked 28 times today
DINING UPDATE: Please call restaurant if desired reservation is not available online.Grasing's is open for indoor dining and limited outdoor dining (weather permitting). Please note if stairs are an issue for any guest. Please continue to visit our website a https://grasings.com for menu updates, holiday offerings and special events. Grasing’s, located in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, lies along the Pacific Coast in Central California in Monterey County. Celebrity chef partners, Kurt Grasing and Narsai David, truly created a gem. From friendly and professional service, an award winning wine list and seasonally inspired cocktails to the fresh and sustainable local ingredients.Please contact the restaurant to request dog friendly patio seating.
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9. Fish Hopper
4.5
Awesome(3786)
Price: Moderate
• Seafood • Monterey
Booked 83 times today
Experience the beauty of the Pacific Ocean combined with world-class dining on historic Cannery Row, just a short walk from the Monterey Bay Aquarium. The newly renovated Fish Hopper, housed in an original sardine cannery building, offers spectacular views of the stunning Monterey Bay from every table, including our heated outdoor patio. The Fish Hopper specializes in fresh, sustainable seafood, certified Angus beef, pastas, and live shellfish. Our seafood is either locally caught or shipped in fresh daily, and our produce is locally grown in the Salinas Valley. Some favorites include fresh Monterey Bay abalone, macadamia-crusted halibut, our famous “Tomahawk Chop” bone-in rib eye, and fresh Dungeness crab. Start your meal with our award-winning clam chowder, and indulge in one of our many exotic cocktail creations or a selection from our extensive wine collection. While enjoying your delicious meal, you can watch sea otters at play and even catch a glimpse of the occasional whale.
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10. El Torito - Monterey
3.8
Excellent(1231)
Price: Moderate
• Mexican • Monterey
Booked 73 times today
The authority in great Mexican food for more than 65 years. Offering a memorable experience to make each guest feel like family.

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  • Jenel
    California Central Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    The service and food was top notch! I never had such a flavorful meal that was cooked and prepared to perfection! It was a beautiful experience with the waves crashing below and the warmth from the heating lamps. Our server was very knowledgeable, friendly, and helpful. It was a great dining experience and we will be returning many more times.
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    Schooners MontereyPrice: Expensive• Californian• Monterey
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    4.6
  • KathyVIP
    Los Angeles •11 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Both the food and service were great, especially the sommelier, he was amazing. I loved the ambiance, except that we were seated near the server station, which was a very busy area. At least ten people bumped into my right side during dinner.
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    Sardine FactoryPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Monterey
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    4.7
  • BenVIP
    San Francisco Bay Area •67 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We live in Pacific Grove and Fandangos is one of our favorite go-to restaurants. The service is always professional and restaurant has a great menu to choose from.
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    FandangoPrice: Expensive• European• Pacific Grove
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    4.7
  • DominiqueVIP
    Los Angeles •53 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Charming and Cozy location in Pacific Grove! Easy to park in front .. lots of spaces. The welcome at the entrance is always professional and so friendly! Outstanding food and service …always! Delicious Smoked Trout Ceviche Tostaditas, Cashew Pesto, Spicy Salsa Brava and amazing Black Bean-Goat Cheese Fritters, Salsa Fresca for the appetizers..! Gorgeous main course with fresh and tasty products Do not miss the Lamb Breast, Chickpea Meyer Lemon Stew, Goat Cheese Sauce and the Sea Scallops, Tomato-Truffle Butter, Savory Rice Custard .. a must! Wonderful deserts, banana bread pudding, chocolate torte, fresh pana cotta with strawberries coulis! Perfect dinner for the 4 of US! Do not miss this place .. far away the best in this area🙏❤️
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    PassionfishPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Pacific Grove
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    4.7
  • Ana
    Dallas - Fort Worth •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Mía Cucina is a place we visit every single year on our yearly trip to Carmel. The servers are amazing and attentive, the chef always comes out to ask about our food. The food is always amazing. The experience is always consistently outstanding. We look forward to it every year.
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    La Mia CucinaPrice: Expensive• Italian• Pacific Grove
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    4.9

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