25 Essential Monterey Institutions
From neighborhood classics to high-wire tasting rooms, these are the places shaping the modern dining identity of Monterey.
Crystal Fish
California
an everyday essential sushi restaurant address in Monterey, pairing editorial magnetism with a Beam Score of 81.5.
The C Restaurant + Bar
California
an everyday essential table known for disciplined restaurant cooking, strong local gravity, and Beam Score momentum at 80.5.
Café Fina
California
an everyday essential favorite for readers tracking Monterey's most persuasive seafood restaurant rooms, anchored by a Beam Score of 80.1.
Wave Street Cafe
Monterey, California
4.5 stars from 1,182 reviews for this breakfast restaurant address in Monterey.
Rosine's Restaurant
Monterey, California
4.5 stars from 3,027 reviews for this american restaurant address in Monterey.
Domenico's on the Wharf
Monterey, California
4.2 stars from 1,267 reviews for this seafood restaurant address in Monterey.
Nacho Bizness
Monterey, California
4.5 stars from 611 reviews for this mexican restaurant address in Monterey.
Peter B’s
Monterey, California
4.2 stars from 530 reviews for this restaurant address in Monterey.
Sur Burger
Monterey, California
4.4 stars from 841 reviews for this hamburger restaurant address in Monterey.
Lucia Restaurant & Bar
Monterey, California
4.6 stars from 401 reviews for this fine dining restaurant address in Monterey.
Lighthouse Bistro Global Cuisine
Monterey, California
4.7 stars from 181 reviews for this bistro address in Monterey.
Monterey Cookhouse
Monterey, California
4.2 stars from 1,004 reviews for this italian restaurant address in Monterey.
Ocean Sushi Deli
Monterey, California
4.5 stars from 292 reviews for this authentic japanese restaurant address in Monterey.
Baja Cantina & Grill
Monterey, California
4.3 stars from 1,170 reviews for this mexican restaurant address in Monterey.
The Sardine Factory
Monterey, California
4.5 stars from 1,156 reviews for this seafood restaurant address in Monterey.
Bistro Moulin
Monterey, California
4.6 stars from 495 reviews for this european restaurant address in Monterey.
Loulou's Griddle In the Middle
Monterey, California
4.6 stars from 1,044 reviews for this breakfast restaurant address in Monterey.
Monterey's Fish House
Monterey, California
4.3 stars from 2,054 reviews for this seafood restaurant address in Monterey.
Crepes of Brittany
Monterey, California
4.6 stars from 1,130 reviews for this breakfast restaurant address in Monterey.
Whaling Station Steakhouse
Monterey, California
4.5 stars from 1,134 reviews for this steak house address in Monterey.
Estéban Restaurant, Locals' Favorite
Monterey, California
4.3 stars from 1,079 reviews for this spanish restaurant address in Monterey.
The Crown & Anchor
Monterey, California
4.5 stars from 1,297 reviews for this restaurant address in Monterey.
Montrio
Monterey, California
4.5 stars from 829 reviews for this new american restaurant address in Monterey.
Cella Restaurant & Bar
Monterey, California
4.6 stars from 184 reviews for this restaurant address in Monterey.
Schooners Monterey
Monterey, California
4.3 stars from 1,438 reviews for this seafood restaurant address in Monterey.