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Esteban Restaurant
90/100 (1320 ratings)
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Mediterranean
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Dinner
Breakfast
Drinks
Pork
Prawns
Chili
Hummus
Mac and cheese
Tortillas
Scallops
Toasts
Clams
Duck
Burger
Calamari
Octopus
Mussels
Ice Cream
Tuna
Shrimp
Arancini
Calamares
Beef
Chicken Wings
Hanger steak
Tapas
Paella
Tacos
Eggplant
Patatas Bravas
Ribs
Pasta
Lamb chops
Salad
Lamb
Sit down
Mediterranean
Spanish
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Family style
Reservations
Dog Friendly
Outdoor Seating
Takeout
Seating
Television
Table Service
Private Dining
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
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Full Bar
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"I wanted to give this place a 5-star rating, but the man who took my reservation was quite curt. The woman who assigned us our seat upon arrival sat..."
melina castillo
"Wonderful food! My only complaint is that you can't shake the feeling that it's a hotel restaurant. We were seated promptly, thanks to our..."
Hyungjoon Kim
"Tried several items off the menu and the one dish that stood out The Most was their EMPANADAS!!! OMG sooo fresh and sooo ultra delicious!!! Comes 2..."
Ray Gonzales State Farm Agent
"Having dinner at Esteban restaurant tonight was so perfect for what I needed. A nice relaxing night to eat great Tapas and have a wonderful night out..."
The Golden Wahine
"Super cute dining experience. Either inside or outside around a personal fire pit. We sat outside with a fire pit. We ordered tea, hot cocoa and the..."
Alexandria Rodriguez
"Overhyped and slightly disappointing. The food is not that impressive or no where near authentic Spanish food. Ambiance is not that welcoming either...."
Ellen
"Add this place to your list while visiting Monterey, CA. We loved each small plate tapas that we ordered. Four plates were the perfect option for two..."
geoff forbes
"Elegant, cozy outdoor dining. Fireplace made the experience warm and inviting. Recommend the Negroni and..."
manuel bautista
"My wife and I had a reservation to celebrate my birthday, but unfortunately upon our arrival no table was available and there were no seats or room..."
Julio Reguero
"We had the paella dish La Granja. The chicken and chorizo were both flavorful. The rice tasted like Mexican spanish rice. This is a shareable..."
Sara
"A variety of dishe selections, tastes great. The service did not match the quality of the restaurant. I had to call for a water refill twice, and we..."
Yan Li Rosa
"If you have never had paella before this is the place to fix that. Everything on the menu we tried was delicious. I recommend the Ad Astra bread to..."
Ron Clonts
"Very spacious and nice outdoor patio seating. The staff was very friendly and accommodating. Empanada- one of the best things we tried. Like the..."
Tyler Chrestman
"We love this restaurant. Has fantastic food and impeccable service. We ate outside by the fire pit and the ambiance was superb. Great crispy pulpa..."
Rick Barboza
"Absolutely delicious! We stayed in the hotel and ate here because of reviews. We were not disappointed! We enjoyed our empanadas, cheese and meat..."
Jenny Schmitt
"Really happy we decided to check this place out. The food was absolutely fantastic and made us feel like we were back in Madrid or Barcelona. Service..."
Kyle
"Great food. Very delicious. We had the crispy pulpo and the El Rancho Paella. The food was really good. The octopus was expertly seared and seemed..."
JDF
"This is incredible food! The service was fantastic, the cocktails were terrific, they had a three course prix fixe special, a DOG menu and brought a..."
Lila S
Old Fisherman's Grotto
90/100 (8213 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
Soups
Seafood
Soups
Vegan Options
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Steakhouse
Steakhouse
Vegan Options
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Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Paella
Seafood Platters
Clam Chowder
Couscous
Filet Mignon
Cakes
Cod
Crab
Pesto
Swordfish
Scallops
Fish
Halibut
Clams
Oyster
Prawns
Calamari
Risotto
Shrimp
Calamares
Salmon
Surf And Turf
Cioppino
Lobster
Crab Cake
Eggplant
Bass
Chowder
Cheesecake
Pasta
Fish & Chips
Fish & chips
Salad
Cheesecakes
Sit down
Soups
Steakhouse
Seafood
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Accepts Mastercard
Accepts Visa
Private Dining
Reservations
Accepts American Express
Street Parking
Seating
Table Service
Waterfront
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts Discover
Serves Alcohol
Brunch
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Mid-range
"Amazing food and best customer service ever. I would totally recommend the crab šŸ¦€..."
Ashley Oropesa
"Worth the little extra wait for a table by the window! Great cocktails, service was outstanding, and food was the best! Be sure to try the chowder..."
Jason A. Ewing
"Had a great time. We were sat right away with a beautiful view of the water. For lunch my mom and I shared a Caesar salad and we both had clam..."
Rebecca Fawcett
"Excellent food, excellent atmosphere, excellent staff. I wouldnā€™t expect anything less for as many years as I have been taking in the Grotto..."
Jason Gales
"The clam chowder had the best flavor! My husband enjoyed the lazy man's cioppino and I enjoyed the seafood pasta. We will definitely be..."
Stephanie Keener
"Excellent service, beautiful view of Monterey Bay and great food! Have been coming here for over a decade, now we bring our toddler without any..."
Caitlin Carson
"I LOVE the "no children in the dining room" policy. I wish all restaurants would do this. Nothing is more annoying than trying to have a nice meal..."
Shane Smith
"I have 7 years of coming to the Old Fisherman's Grotto. In my opinion it's the best Restaurant in the Central Coast. The service is..."
Rosibel Paz
"My favorite restaurant on Fishermans Wharf. The food is always great and the presentation is a work of art. The servers are amazing, and then there's..."
Mariruth Coffin
"Had a great experience here ! Loved the servers and the food was delicious . Loved looking over the water and the little seagull made it a fun time..."
Camaron Robbins
"Got there just after opening...1st couple to be seated-next to a window, of course. Wife had Crab Louie, I had the grilled scallops, both really..."
Denis Wicka
"I am from out of town - visiting from AZ. Had an absolutely amazing experience here. We were only intending on grabbing a pier side bread bowl but..."
zerofever peligrie
"Came in for dinner with my husband. Loved the atmosphere, it felt like we were in a boat. We tasted different kinds of clam chowder from Boston,..."
Alsu Traveler
"I had a wonderful dining experience at this restaurant, thoroughly enjoying the delectable food they served. Luckily, we were seated next to a..."
Xavier K
"This is our favorite seafood spot on the wharf. They hands down have the best clam chowder. Definitely put some hot sauce in it. I tried the ultimate..."
Michael Dobbins
"My husband and I love this place! The clam chowder is the best, if you ask my husband! šŸ™‚ (and he's not usually a chowder guy) The crabcakes are..."
melina castillo
"The food was amazing. The clam chowder was so good. The crab cakes are spectacular You would have no idea how wonderful this place is from the sign..."
Pamela Batten (LadyGamerB)
"Food was great. Best clam chowder I've ever had. Calamari was cooked perfectly and the garlic bread is phenomenal. The service was on point. I was a..."
Anthony D'Elia
"Atmospheric restaurant on two floors, comfortable seats and tables, excellent service. Very tasty fish dishes, large portions. We enjoyed our stay..."
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"The food was better than I expected. The Chilean sea bass was cooked to perfection, clam chowder was excellent (on the thicker side) and the pear and..."
Audrey S
"As the highest rating restaurant we had to check it out. They got two locations across each other with the same owner but slightly different menu...."
Ali Tassavor
Schooners Monterey
82/100 (8408 ratings)
Restaurants
Vegan Options
American
Seafood
American
Seafood
Bar
Bar
Vegetarian Friendly
Gluten Free Options
Soups
Gluten Free Options
Vegan Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Late Night
Breakfast
Prawns
Lobster
Harvest Salad
Crab Cake
Monterey Cioppino Pot
Chowder
Pasta
West Coast Oysters on the Half Shell
Cioppino
Cheesecake
Salad
The Schooner Seafood Platter
Toasts
Fish & Chips
Clam Chowder
Coastal Clam Chowder Bread Bowl
Omelette
Tapas
Dungeness Crab Benedict
Bass
Fish Taco
Crab
Schooners Seafood Pasta
Blackened Sea Bass Tacos
Bellini
Octopus
Tacos
Scallops
Sandwiches
Wines
BLT
Crab Legs
Fish & chips
Clams
Oyster
Burger
Sauce
Paella
Calamari
Truffled Fries
Cakes
Filet Mignon
Mussels
Classic Eggs Benedict
Lamb
Swordfish
Tuna
Seared Sea Scallops
Pesto
Ribs
Calamares
Shrimp
Classic Caesar Salad
Fish
Salmon
Fish & Chips
Avocado toast
Signature Bloody Mary
Sit down
American
Seafood
Bar
Outdoor Seating
Private Dining
Reservations
Live Music
Seating
Waterfront
Table Service
Valet Parking
Wheelchair Accessible
Serves Alcohol
Parking Available
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Free Wifi
Accepts Credit Cards
Brunch
Breakfast
Dinner
Late Night
Lunch
Mid-range
"Hands down the best fish and chips Iā€™ve ever had! The fries and slaw were also so delicious! Very generous portions, and the kids menu has a wide..."
Meghan R
"The food is super good. We had the pancakes and the avocado toast, the presentation was picture perfect. Not to mention it tasted great too. I wish..."
Ajinkya Taware
"It is very fancy looking place, very good service but the food was okay. The portions was fine but it has no taste. I got lobster rolls and it was..."
Aigerim Madakimova
"Our experience started with a visit for a afternoon snack, where a nice gal named Ozzy helped us, and we had a nice chat over some friesā€¦but it was..."
Carl Foisy
"Based on Google Reviews, we visited Schooner's for a late lunch. We were NOT disappointed. We were promptly seated on the patio and the drinks/food..."
m zachmann
"The seafood was really amazing. For starters we got the muscles and truffle fries. The Thai curry ginger coconut flavor of them was really unique and..."
Samih Amer
"Spent the weekend in Monterey, Schooners is unbeatable for Brunch, Lunch, or Dinner! Friendly staff, great service, every dish was..."
Tiare Adam Maughan
"Located on the first floor of the Monterey Plaza Hotel, this restaurant is a stunner if you are dressed appropriately for the patio! Although, they..."
Meggie ā€œMeggie with an 'e'ā€ Mangione
"I brought my mom there. She is a little bit picky about seafood. She is impressed with the food quality and loves the mussels. Not too pricy..."
Binbin Chen
"A seafood restaurant (part of Monterey Plaza Hotel) with great view and reasonable pricing. Friendly staff, fast service. Food quality is average,..."
Beatrice Wong
"Only stopped buy for drinks. A healthy pour on the Margarita and rum & coke. The atmosphere on the deck facing the bay is tough to beat when the..."
Juan Robson
"Everything about Schooners was a pleasure. We sat outside on the deck. Great views, it was a bit chilling as it was earlier afternoon, but we were..."
Cecilia Provensal
"Came here for our anniversary. Fantastic seating outside for a view of the ocean. (Where else would you sit?) Service was stellar, checking in on us..."
Darlene McNulty
"I recently had lunch here. Everything was top notch. Friendly, professional service promptly seated us and treated us like royalty. Steamed mussels..."
Kiyotzi Estrada
"Beautiful patio view! The fish and chips is unexpectedly good. Not a fan of the Bloody Mary (first time trying Bloody Mary, maybe itā€™s my problem..."
PJJ
"We made a reservation online and requested an outdoor table with a nice view of the bay - they did not disappoint! We were a little nervous about the..."
Sheridan Herman
"Ordered fish and chips. Preparation is perfect, with light crisp fries and perfectly fried fish, along with the coleslaw and sauces on the side. The..."
Leng Ooi
"Wow! Surprisingly good food at good value. Every dish was excellent and carefully prepared. Truffle fries were the bomb!! Caesar salad with..."
Campbell
Cafe Fina
81/100 (1787 ratings)
Restaurants
Italian
Seafood
Soups
Steakhouse
Vegan Options
Seafood
Italian
Soups
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Steakhouse
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Chicken Parmesan
Tacos
Clam Chowder
Paella
Seafood Paella
Cod
Crab
Cakes
Halibut
Clams
Bruschette
Oyster
Pesto
Prawns
Fish & chips
Calamari
Burger
Fish
Mussels
Calamares
Cioppino
Salmon
Shrimp
Alfredo
Crab Cake
Bass
Chowder
Lobster
Meatballs
Fish & Chips
Tapas
Pasta
Fish Taco
Salad
Cannoli
Sit down
Italian
Seafood
Steakhouse
Soups
Street Parking
Waterfront
Serves Alcohol
Accepts Discover
Wine and Beer
Gift Cards Available
Parking Available
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Full Bar
Accepts Credit Cards
Outdoor Seating
Reservations
Takeout
Seating
Accepts Mastercard
Table Service
Accepts Visa
Wheelchair Accessible
Accepts American Express
Brunch
Dinner
Lunch
Mid-range
"Excellent place for Fish ! Fresh fish. We tried the fish fry and the sea bass. Succulent and well prepared. Fried Zucchini was one of the best we..."
roadtrip couple
"Loved it here! Service was impeccable and the food was delicious. There were also great cocktails and a nice beer and wine list. The Seafood Cioppino..."
Chai A
"Great food and attention with a lovely view! I had the local fried calamari appetizer and the pistachio pesto and prawns pasta that was served with..."
Kiki Santamaria
"Best location, amazing italian food. Dominic, the owner, is super sweet and all the staff too. We had the best dinner and lunch there. Their gluten..."
Bea Javorszki
"Excellent place for seafood and reasonable price! Good service especially we are with 2 kids! I would recommend crab cakes, clam chowder and..."
Juliet Lok
"Deliciousā€¼ļø Very selective as I am a home chef with a refined pallet but let me tell you, this was greatā€¼ļø Came recommended by boat rental..."
MC LoCool
"We made last minute reservations online. When we arrived the server greeted us and we knew weā€™d made a good choice for Easter dinner. She showed us..."
Ray Taylor
"My boyfriend and I came here to celebrate our anniversary over the weekend. We were looking for a special place to dine, we had a hard time choosing..."
Grace Barber
"We came here during New Year's eve. The staff was very nice and friendly. We ordered grilled seafood, grilled sardine, and seafood paella. Everything..."
Hong-Chi Chang
"This restaurant was recommended by the Monterey Whale Watching Company and I can see why. The food was amazing and excellent value for money. The..."
Charlotte Thorpe-Mathias
Scales Seafood And Steaks
74/100 (3252 ratings)
Restaurants
Seafood
American
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Vegetarian Friendly
Vegan Options
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Brunch
Cheesecakes
Fish & Chips
Clam Chowder
Paella
Lobster Roll
Couscous
Tapas
Crab
Shrimp Salad
Fish Taco
Scallops
Tacos
Clams
Cod
Oyster
Swordfish
Calamari
Burger
Halibut
Risotto
Ribs
Tuna
Calamares
Shrimp
Prawns
Salmon
Lobster
Surf And Turf
Crab Cake
Chowder
Pasta
Cheesecake
Salad
Cioppino
"Fantastic outdoor seating! Ambiance at night was wonderful. Service was great. Lobster was really good but not impressed with fish and chips (fish..."
Chrystal Byrd
"This was my second visit of Scales Seafood & Steaks and my family loved their food with reasonable price and the portion so much. The decor is clean..."
Hsin Yi Wei
"Beautiful views! We went at dinner and waited five minutes for a booth with a view! Food was good and good portions. Had the shrimp scampi and it..."
Roe C
"This place was a great spot to relax and eat specially with the outdoor seating. Food was delicious, but I didn't like the lobster roll as much..."
Jairo Serrato
"We walked out to the Old Fishermanā€™s Wharf from our hotel to have our evening meal. We chose Scales Seafood and Steak and we were very happy with..."
Joseph Dandona Jr.
"Food was great. The service was excellent. We sat at the bar and the bartender was friendly, talkative, and welcoming. There was a bit of a wait..."
Steve Sabu
"I do love the fish and chips. Deep battered cod was light and crunchy goodness of the cod. Fresh and clean tasting fish. Family ordered chowder..."
Eddie B
"Loved it! The food was so good! Service was impeccable. We were sat at the best outdoor dining table available. We were right on The water and had..."
Eka Aguilar
"I have been here three times and the food and service have been outstanding each time. This last time we waited extra time for a table with an ocean..."
Natalie Mancini
"Absolutely phenomenal food, service (thanks RG) and environment. It is so difficult to find a really nice restaurant with good food in a lovely..."
Gustavo Perez
"Amazing location, polite staff and free house appetizer! Delicious clam chowder.. the best one i have tasted so far. Try the bread bowl, you will not..."
Amit M
"Great place for food and drinks. It was long wait for a table but you can also sit at the bar and have your food. Both bartenders were very..."
I D
"Our dining experience was fabulous here as the food was excellent. It is on a touristy Fisherman's Wharf but it had the best atmosphere with..."
Meg
"Best seafood ever!! They have the most flavorful calamari compared to any place I've ever eaten it. The garlic toasted clam chowder bowl is to die..."
Tanisha Johnson
"I enjoy the fact that this is a highly reputable seafood option in an area which could largely be considered a tourist trap. We were bowled over by..."
Richard Podnar
"Absolutely amazing dining experience for our family. The service was the best! The food was perfect. I can always tell the true quality of by how the..."
Jessica R
"Good food, not the best for the money, but it is really good. What really takes the show is the service though. Execellent service which just added..."
Kenley Law
"Great tasty food. Tried several clam chowder samples along the wharf, but found their version the best--lots of bits of clam n most important of all,..."
A H
"My husband and I dine at Scales whenever we visit Monterey. The staff is always pleasant and attentive. The ambiance of the restaurant is peaceful..."
Jenny Fall
Big Fish Grill
71/100 (828 ratings)
Restaurants
Gluten Free Options
American
Seafood
Gluten Free Options
Dinner
Lunch
Risotto
Calamares
Salmon
Crab Cake
Chowder
Burger
Fish & Chips
Cod
Cioppino
Shrimp
Paella
Pasta
Shrimp Salad
Salad
Clam Chowder
Crab
Calamari
"Today November 29, 2023 My husband and I decided to eat at this restaurant for the first time. The hostess welcomed us with a smile and sat us at a..."
Adry Lazcano
"Absolutely loved the views from the restaurant. There is no bad view no matter where you sit. Food tasted fresh and full of flavor. We enjoyed fried..."
Gilbert Serna
"Meal was very good. Shrimp on the Caesar salad was boiled, not grilled but still tasty. Cl chowder was delicious and the view was amazing. I watched..."
Jeanne Howe
"Plenty of great views at this seafood restaurant at the end of the pier. A good selection of wines and beers on the drink list. Firecracker shrimps..."
Tuan Dao
"At first, I was a little worried about dining on the pier. Usually the restaurants on the pier (touristy areas) do not have the best food, but..."
Deepali Amatya
"We visited Monterey and of course the wharf in June 2023 for an overnight stay. We had lunch at the Rockfish on a weekday. I normally do not give out..."
Sponge Bob
"Excellent food and drink. I asked the chef šŸ‘©ā€šŸ³ to make me scallop and vegi . It was the best ever. Service was great and so was the drink...."
Fara M (Marco Polo)
"A cool place to eat. The restaurant has a great view with a perfect way to view the bay otters. The Firecracker Shrimp was cheap and good. It has a..."
Kharasandra
"Rockfish Grill claims the best views of the wharf owing to its position at the farthest point. Large panorama windows offer beautiful views of the..."
J Brady
"Their online booking system is useless. It told us that there were no tables til 8pm. We got there to a totally empty restaurant!! Ring for a..."
Nikki Johnson