We had such a great experience for lunch yesterday at Bada Kitchen!…read more The Korean fried chicken was hands down the best we've had in Monterey--seriously 10/10. We tried the Yangyum flavor (sweet and spicy), and while it leaned more sweet than spicy, it was still absolutely delicious. Next time we'll definitely ask for a higher spice level. The Honey Garlic was also amazing--super flavorful, and the chicken itself was perfectly fried, crispy on the outside and still moist and juicy inside. It could've used just a little more sauce, but honestly still so good. We also ordered the pork and veg gyoza, which were tasty, and edamame, which was good but pretty standard. I had the Spicy Tuna Roll and really enjoyed it, and my husband got the Shrimp Tempura Roll, which he said was great too. The portions are huge--we definitely had leftovers! I also got a side of white rice to go with the chicken, and it was just chef's kiss. A couple small notes: the restaurant is a little tricky to find since it's tucked into a shopping area, and the music was a bit loud for my taste. But the service was great, and when we went (around 12:30-1:00 on a Friday), it wasn't too busy, which was nice. We'll definitely be back a few more times!

Calm and peace ambiance, my family had a great experience here, food are delicious and taste like…read morehomemade meal, honestly to say, even their side dishes that come with the tofu soup and rice are good too. I didn't ask the waistress name but she is really nice and helpful. Definitely coming back if we visit Monterey again.

The ambience, food, staff and everything else is super amazing here but what makes Deja Blue stand…read moreout against all the other jazz places is their unique event center. The event center is the perfect place for birthday parties, conferences, meetings or any type of large get together. I really recommend it if you're trying to host something big!

After supporting one of my Pastor friends, we decided to come to a restaurant we've never been…read morebefore. We searched up places near us, and this place had 4 stars. I will just say this was a very disappointing experience. When we arrived, no one was there. When the greeter did come, she hesitantly approached us and handed us a paper printed menu in a dark, empty restaurant, which immediately felt off to us. When our food was served, several items were served cold and lacked flavor. The catfish was barely seasoned and watery, while the chicken had this "special" barbecue sauce but no taste, the Mac and cheese was straight from a box, and was gummy like, and the greens tasted super watered down. The cornbread was extremely hard, and there were white particles floating in the water. Even basic items like the salt container were unusable, sticking to the container. The owner spoke with our group and hyped the restaurant up, but the food and overall experience did not match what was coming out of his mouth. I also noticed everyone else received cornbread with their meal while I did not. Assuming it came with the meal (since me and my brother ordered the exact same thing) I was later charged an extra $6 for it without being informed. Based on the food quality and overall experience, I won't be returning. If zero stars were an option, that's what I'd give.

Service is horrible. Chicken was disgusting and small. The cleaning worker (dark skinned Indian man…read morein his 30s or 40s) was very rude when we wanted to eat in the dining room at 8:45pm (15 minutes before 9pm closing time). We would have taken just 10 minutes. We said hello and he just glared at us and said the dining room was closed. No it was not, we still had time. We just left. Will never come back. Hope they close down and reopen with a new owner.

Drive-through service was fast. Food was hot clean and of…read morecourse oily. If you like KFC you like this one. Five stars if you are KFC fanatic. Three stars if you are returning KFC customer from last century. Two stars with you if you don't like oily chicken. The place is on the main drag in Seaside and it is relatively busy every time I drive by.

One it's a pop up restaurant. When you walk in there are dominoes, pencils , and paper on the…read moretable. I was attracted to the Soul Food sign. There was also a cell phone and a wine glass laying out. But it's American Legion their functions switch out. I saw the menu, cheap prices. I bought a $20.00 plate. The potato salad was like water maybe one scoop, the greens were not homemade at all. The only thing that was good was the fried chicken because you have to serve that fresh. If I ever do go back it will be for the fried chicken.

From the owner: MommaLan's specialty is Soul Food with a healthy spin on it. Peach Cobbler, Mac & Cheese, collard…read moregreens, Fish, sweet potatoes, pork chops, chicken wings, corn bread.

Came here with my girlfriend while on our way to Carmel. The customer service was great. The person…read morehelping us, she was so kind, helpful and had great energy. We ordered the Santa Fe Chicken Salad and a Turkey and Provolone sandwich. Both were really great. So yummy. The Togos honey wheat bread is the best. The spot was also very clean.

Service was awesome, place was really clean and the food was fresh! Great spot if you're gluten…read morefree.... They have a dedicated spot and change gloves without asking (but it's okay if you do)... Staff is friendlier here than most other restaurants! Thank you!!

Food was fantastic, larger portions and great flavors. Had the chicken shawarma, kids falafel meal,…read morehummus with pita, spanakopita and baklava. Everyone loved everything. Staff was pleasant and helpful. Small area inside to sit down, but they do have table tables and chairs outside, which is a plus on a beautiful day . If you are in the area, support this small business, your stomach will thank you!

Service is quick which is nice... food is average tasting, with little Flavor. They've increased…read moretheir pricing and lowered the quality. $18 for a salad... not worth it. Last time coming here. For fast food, its convenient but not worth the price

Sur Burger food is great although the service is a little haphazard. Probably need someone to…read moreadvise them. We had a great dinner and I especially love their fries.

8.9/10 Ordered the…read moreWorks Burger, Copeland Mushroom Burger, and the Grilled Chicken Salad. Overall, the burgers and salad were satisfying, and the restaurant had a great casual burger-joint vibe. Starting with the Works Burger, which was the highlight of the meal. The patty was juicy and well-seasoned, and the combination of avocado, bacon, and sauce added a lot of flavor. Everything worked well together and made the burger feel indulgent. That said, it could have used more mushrooms, and it leaned a bit too heavy on the sauce. The bun was also a little soft, if it had been toasted or slightly charred, it would have held up better to the sauce and added a nice texture and flavor contrast. Next was the Copeland Mushroom Burger. This one had a juicy patty topped with mushrooms and grilled onions. The amount of mushrooms was good, and the cheese paired really nicely with the toppings. The grilled onions were a nice touch and didn't overpower the burger at all. While it was solid and enjoyable, it didn't feel particularly unique, more like a burger you could recreate at home. Similar to the Works Burger, it was a bit too saucy and could have benefited from a toasted or charred bun for more structure and flavor. The Grilled Chicken Salad was excellent. It came with generous portions of grilled chicken and bacon, plus half an avocado. Everything tasted fresh, and it felt like a healthy, well-balanced option. No complaints here, definitely a great choice if you're looking for a lighter dish. Service was fast and friendly, and the overall atmosphere was nice. It definitely has that classic burger-joint feel. Overall, a solid spot with good food and a good vibe.

Food was not bad. But service is definitely lacking. Super slow. The food was not bad though. We…read moregot the 10 pc traditional wings Buffalo Dry Rub w potato wedges and the Kickin Chicken Sandwich. Everything came out nice and hot. The ambiance was not bad. I think their service needs help, other than that, it was good.

Waitress was extremely rude. Didn't bother to ask us what we wanted to order. Only got one soda and…read morewater and completely ignored the rest of the time. Gave rude looks when we ask questions and constantly walked passed table avoiding eye contact. Disrespectful towards my boyfriend who is vegan and wanted to bring a simple small food item. We just wanted to order some drinks and watch a fight. Night was completely ruined by being made to feel like we were an inconvenience to this establishment. Definitely would not go again. Ever.

I usually order Mountain Mike's Pizza purely out of convenience, but my last few experiences have…read morebeen frustrating and disappointing. Multiple slices of pepperoni had plastic still attached to them, which was clearly visible tangled around the meat and left behind on the plate. This wasn't a onetime mistake or limited to a single slice. l've encountered the same issue on more than one occasion, including at different Mountain Mike's locations in the area (Monterey and Marina). It is extremely off-putting and raises concerns about food preparation and quality control. Unfortunately, this has happened often enough that it's hard to ignore. I hope Mountain Mike's takes this issue seriously and improves their preparation standards. For the price, I'd expect to eat without any inconveniences coming from the food itself.

NEVER, EVER going back here. Ordered a large Mt McKinley with Daniel on the phone. Told him I had a…read more40% off coupon for a large pizza. They charged me for a Mountain size over $50.00. Unbelievable.

So great to stumble on this find for a delicious sandwich for lunch. I got the pork banh mi which…read morewas one of the best I've had. The pork was soft and juicy with a few crunchy edges, the carrots were tangy, the bread was fresh and not tough and kept good balance with the amount of sandwich filling. The $20 price was high relative to where I'm from (Midwest) but it WAS a great sandwich... Also got the potatoes wedges. Not crunchy, but still delicious. Great casual lunch spot! The guys behind the counter were attentive hosts.

I had high hopes for this place based on the strong reviews, but unfortunately it didn't live up to…read moreexpectations. I stopped in for lunch and ordered a couple of sandwiches to go, thinking it would be a good way to try the food before committing to a larger purchase like steaks, pasta, or other items from the shop. The sandwiches came out to $42 for two, which felt pretty steep. While I waited, I looked around the store at some of the other products, but nothing really stood out to me, and the service felt a bit underwhelming. The sandwiches themselves were just okay--nothing particularly memorable for the price. A few hours later my stomach also felt a bit uneasy, which didn't leave the best impression. Overall, the experience fell short of what I was expecting. Perhaps I just caught them on an off day, but based on this visit, I probably won't be returning.