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Fantastic Dining Options in Monterey Peninsula
If you want to savor the amazing flavors of Monterey, California, you're in the right place to discover the many delectable restaurants. Monterey restaurants serve a wide range of delicious and diverse appetizers and dishes from various cuisines. We even house a Michelin Star restaurant in the quaint city of Carmel.
Choosing places to eat at is a breeze as Monterey restaurants have something for everyone - even for the finicky and fussy diners. Tasty foods that are commonly served include fresh caught seafood, gourmet mushrooms and artichoke.
Our dining guide include restaurants in Carmel, Pebble Beach, Salinas, Monterey and Pacific Grove.
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Abalonetti Bar and Grill
57 Fisherman's Wharf Monterey, CA 93940
One of the Wharf's original restaurants, Abalonetti Seafood features casual waterfront dining, where Monterey's squid (calamari) is the star! Prepared more than a dozen ways, many invented…
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Sierra Mar
47900 State Highway 1 Big Sur, CA 93920
Overlooking the Pacific Ocean with a spectacular view of the California coast, the award winning Sierra Mar Restaurant serves world-class cuisine in an awe-inspiring setting. This Big Sur restaurant…
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Turn 12 Bar & Grill
400 Tyler St Monterey, CA 93940
Downtown Monterey’s newest restaurant serves California Comfort Cuisine and features a spectacular 50 foot pewter bar top, motorcycles and vintage photographs in a modern and sporty environment that pays…
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Treehouse Cafe
7th & 8th San Carlos St. Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
With an inside and cozy outside seating, we welcome you to our Treehouse Cafe. Come and enjoy a mellow atmosphere at our beautiful patio and enjoy one of our authentic dishes paired with your favorite…
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Lover's Point Beach Cafe
620 Ocean View Blvd Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Lover's Point Beach Cafe overlooks historic Lovers Point Beach in Pacific Grove and serves a full range of coffee drinks, made-to-order panini, acai bowls, hot waffles and bakery items.
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Anton & Michel
Mission Street between Ocean & 7th. Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Anton & Michel isn't just another restaurant in Carmel; it's a Carmel institution, steeped in four decades of history and culinary excellence. Founded in 1980,…
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Esteban Restaurant at the Casa Munras Hotel
700 Munras Ave Monterey, CA 93940
Esteban Restaurant carries on the Munras family tradition of culinary hospitality and excellence, offering authentic Monterey dining in the historic Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa. Enjoy a unique…
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Sandbar & Grill
Municipal Wharf No. 2 Monterey, CA 93940
The Sandbar & Grill is a locals’ hotspot for lunch and dinner. The fresh seafood, competitive prices, friendly staff and fantastic waterfront panoramas make for quite the loyal fan base.
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Schooners Coastal Kitchen & Bar
400 Cannery Row Monterey, CA 93940
Suspended over the waves of Monterey Bay at the Monterey Plaza Hotel, Schooners Monterey serves contemporary American cuisine with a focus on carefully sourced seafood. Unobstructed views from…
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Basil Carmel
San Carlos Ave between Ocean & 7th Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Freshest, local organic ingredients of the season served in casual comfort at affordable prices. Patio dining. Lunch & dinner daily. Open late for full menu & drinks. Reservations are required…
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Baja Cantina & Grill
7166 Carmel Valley Rd Carmel Valley, CA 93923
Get away from the city and join us for fantastic food, an exceptional bar, and a festive lively atmosphere where everyone feels like part of the party! Stop by and see our vintage automobile memorabilia…
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The General
120 General Stilwell Dr. Ste 110 Marina, CA 93933
"The General" bar is the latest and coolest addition to Marina's nightlife and entertainment. Our historic sports bar showcases veterans memorabilia where you can enjoy sitting by an…
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Nepenthe
48510 Hwy 1 Big Sur, CA 93920
One of the most picturesque dining spots in California with spectacular Pacific ocean views. Family owned and operated since 1949.
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Sarita’s The Original
21 Soledad Dr. Monterey, CA 93940
We love catering at Sarita's The Original. We cater office lunches, private parties and corporate events. Use our full service for your next event!
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Whaling Station Steakhouse
763 Wave Street Monterey, CA 93940
Old World Steakhouse Traditions live on at the internationally acclaimed Whaling Station, perched just above Steinbeck’s Cannery Row in Monterey. Named Monterey County's #1 Steak House for…