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1. Sardine Factory
4.8
Exceptional(5505)
$$$$
• Seafood • Monterey
Booked 45 times today
The food was fantastic but the service was second to none! Can’t wait to go back!
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2. Old Fisherman's Grotto
4.7
Exceptional(2207)
$$$$
• Seafood • Monterey
Booked 30 times today
Made an anniversary reservation and they made the evening one to remember, excellent food and service, not to mention properly prepared cocktails. Chris who I believe is the owner was going around to every table to make sure everything was comfortable
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3. Stokes Adobe Restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1132)
$$$$
• Californian • Monterey
Booked 17 times today
Food was great! Wagyu Steak was cooked to perfection. The Mt. Toro Tomme & Prosciutto- 10/10. I forgot what my wife ordered but I know she loved it. We were there for our 12th anniversary. First time. Amazing.
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4. Il Fornaio - Carmel
4.4
Awesome(2496)
$$$$
• Italian • Carmel
Booked 19 times today
We went for early dinner and found they offer a happy hour with great prices 330-6pm. Service was excellent and very comfortable seating area. We love their Italian menu as it is large with many choices. I love their seafood dishes and they were willing to change a tomato based pasta for an Alfredo. We ordered Calamari appetizer and fresh Cesears salad and loved them both!
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5. Beach House Restaurant at Lovers Point
4.6
Exceptional(4659)
$$$$
• Californian • Pacific Grove
Booked 36 times today
Simply the best meal I’ve had in years. I live full time in Carmel, but it’s well worth the drive to this fabulous restaurant… A++++.
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6. PortaBella Restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2045)
$$$$
• Italian • Carmel
Booked 28 times today
We have had lunch and dinner at Portabella on many occasions and the meals were always great. Never had a bad experience.
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7. Fish Hopper
4.5
Awesome(4001)
$$$$
• Seafood • Monterey
Booked 21 times today
Fabulous meal! Had their macadamia crusted halibut special. I love the pink-ribboned choices on the menu are designated to receive a donation to support breast cancer research from the fish hopper.
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8. Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa
4.2
Awesome(1070)
$$$$
• Spanish • Monterey
Booked 11 times today
This is one of the best restaurants in Monterey and the entire Monterey Peninsula. Food is outstanding, taste, color, presentation, temperature all great. Service is friendly and attentive with fantastic attention to detail.
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9. Nami Restaurant
4.5
Awesome(21)
$$$$
• Seafood • Monterey
Booked 6 times today
What a fantastic find! Absolutely beautiful restaurant, comfortable to be dressed up in, or dressed down, you’ll still feel right at home. Amazingly delicious food. Superb service, Rene was awesome, attentive and friendly, plus, very reasonable prices. So happy we spotted this spot on Open Table. It’s a wonderful spot, and we can’t wait to go back.
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10. Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill
4.1
Excellent(35)
$$$$
• Gastro Pub • Monterey
We went with a large group and the food and beer were great. I am picky and this place delivered. Try the lamb burger!

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  • Edward
    California Central Coast •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This is quintessential Monterey. It is truly Machlan quality in every aspect, from ambiance to cuisine, and has been since it opened six decades ago.
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    Sardine Factory$$$$• Seafood• Monterey
    •
    4.8
  • Tim
    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Made an anniversary reservation and they made the evening one to remember, excellent food and service, not to mention properly prepared cocktails. Chris who I believe is the owner was going around to every table to make sure everything was comfortable
    More info
    Old Fisherman's Grotto$$$$• Seafood• Monterey
    •
    4.7
  • Sandra
    California Central Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 3 days ago
    Simply the best meal I’ve had in years. I live full time in Carmel, but it’s well worth the drive to this fabulous restaurant… A++++.
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    Beach House Restaurant at Lovers Point$$$$• Californian• Pacific Grove
    •
    4.6
  • Janet
    California Central Coast •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    This Stokes Adobe was a wonderful way to celebrate my friend's 60th birthday. The waiting staff was accommodating and attentive. Our waitress, Concetta, was knowledgable about the drinks and menu. Concetta made sure we were well taken care of. The drinks were innovating and wonderful. The appetizer, main entrees, and desserts were outstanding. Thank you to the Stokes Adobe for a memorable dining experience.
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    Stokes Adobe Restaurant$$$$• Californian• Monterey
    •
    4.7
  • BillGold
    San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on 22 Oct 2026
    This is one of the best restaurants in Monterey and the entire Monterey Peninsula. Food is outstanding, taste, color, presentation, temperature all great. Service is friendly and attentive with fantastic attention to detail.
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    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa$$$$• Spanish• Monterey
    •
    4.2

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