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    Esteban Restaurant

    3.9 (676 reviews)
    Closed • 7:00 am - 10:00 AM, 4:30 pm - 8:30 PM
    Updated a few days ago

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    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Seafood paella
    Lynn H.

    We were in Monterey on a Tuesday and decided to try Estéban's Date Night special. It was a four-course meal and a great value. I started with a glass of white wine, which was very good. The Caesar salad was fresh and nicely presented, but unfortunately it didn't come out until after our seafood paella had already been served and we were eating. Our waitress explained they had to remake our salads. By then, I really didn't want mine, although my husband ate his. I was a little surprised the salad wasn't taken off the bill since I never ate it. The seafood paella had really good flavor with plenty of seafood. The rice was just a little burnt on the bottom, but not enough to take away from the dish. Dessert was four small, thin churros served with chocolate and caramel dipping sauces. They were crispy and delicious. We also ordered a grilled chicken breast for our dog, Barkley, and he absolutely loved it. The live jazz music was a nice touch and made for a relaxing evening.

    Dollar oysters available Sundays 430 to 7pm, but they sell out extremely fast
    Lucy T.

    I haven't heard many people talk about the Sunday $1 oysters, so I wanted to share our experience. The $1 oysters are available Sundays from 4:30-7 PM, and they recommend making a reservation online. We reserved a table for 4:30 and arrived a little early. There was already a small line forming, but once everyone was seated, there were still plenty of open tables. If you're trying to walk in right at 4:30, you'd probably be okay. They also have a happy hour menu during the same time, which was a nice bonus. Our server came over quickly and was super sweet. He let us know there was no limit on the $1 oysters, but warned us that they do tend to sell out. We immediately ordered oysters and some drinks. The oysters took about 20 minutes to arrive, and as soon as they did, we put in a second order. We got our drinks and some tapas while we waited. Our server checked on us several times, and asked if we were missing anything...each time we mentioned that we were still waiting on our second order of oysters. Eventually, the table behind us, who arrived around 4:45, started asking about their oysters too. They were loudly getting frustrated because they had been waiting quite a while. After about 2 rounds of the server checking in on them...Our server eventually told them that the oysters had sold out this was about 545 or 6pm. When he came back to our table, he asked if we were missing anything, and we mentioned to him again that we had put in an order of ousters about 40-45 minutes earlier. We mentioned that we had just overheard they were sold out, and he apologized and confirmed that they were (seemed like he forgot to tell us and only told us because we asked). We completely understand that $1 oysters are going to sell out quickly, and that isn't why I'm giving a lower rating. The frustrating part was the communication. He had asked how things were and if we were missing anything multiple times and we weren't told they had sold out until we overheard it being explained to another table. At that point, we decided to just close out our tab. If you're specifically coming for the Sunday oysters, my advice is to get there at 4:30 and put your full oyster order in immediately. Don't be embarrassed, we watched one guy order 3 dozen as soon as he sat down lol. It seemed like oysters ordered around 5 PM were already too late, which is only about 30 minutes after the special starts. The drinks were good, the tapas were alright, and the patio is really nice on a sunny day (dog friendly too!). I'd probably come back for drinks and appetizers if I wasn't in a rush. The $1 oysters are a fun idea, but for us, they weren't really worth the hassle. Hopefully they can improve the communication around when the oysters sell out because that would have made the experience much better.

    Octopus  appetizer
    Millie B.

    Finally made it to Esteban for dinner on our recent trip to Monterrey. The food is wonderful and loved the abundance of seafood in the paella. Our server is attentive and prompt. Outside seating is a plus especially on a nice clear night.

    Wine and oysters. Also dog friendly.
    Ramy H.

    This is my favorite local happy hour spot that I've been gate keeping until now. If you love oysters, this is the spot. Come on a Sunday and thank me later. The service is top notch, food is exceptional, and the ambiance is stellar. Check out their website for their current offerings. This is a great date night spot if you're feeling like tapas or paella, but also great for just a drink outside by the fire pits. The cherry on top is the chonky friendly cat, who will sometimes visit you in the later evening hours ^. .^

    Christmas menu
    Craig F.

    We met up for dinner at Esteban restaurants for a Christmas dinner, which was a three course prefix dinner to which a complementary tap was added because we were staying at the hotel. I ordered the prime rib along with the mushroom soup and a chocolate mousse style dessert. Other meals were the beet salad, lobster bisque, and the cheesecake. Our meal was accompanied by a real high wine. Paragraph. While the food portions were generous, food was only moderately warm. While service was polite, it wasn't up to the level one would expect from this restaurant. There was a significant delay between being seated and our order taken. We ordered a tapa and a cocktail, and after some delay our entire meal was delivered at the same time -- tapa, cocktail, bottle of wine, salad/soup, entrees... and then bread. Then, after an additional gap of time, our desserts were finally served. In sum, service seemed disorganized and food was tasty and plentiful, but appeared to have been plated too soon before being served. It seems that the restaurant wasn't prepared for the Christmas crowd. Perhaps if we had just ordered from the tapas menu instead the experience might have been better.

    Seafood pállela
    Tareq B.

    Located inside an old fashioned hotel near downtown monastery. The restaurant has plenty of parking and easy access from the lobby. I went there on Tuesday when they have a Spanish pállela and thee course meal for $80. The combo includes appetizers, Sangria, salad , main dish (Pállela) and Churos for dessert. The service was excellent and attentive. The atmosphere was relaxed and casual. There is plenty of outdoor space seating but it was raining so we stayed indoors.

    French Toast
    Olivia D.

    We celebrated Mother's Day brunch at Esteban Restaurant with a large group. While the service and ambiance were strong, the food left most of us wanting more.The ambiance was really nice and festive, making it a pleasant spot for the holiday. The place was busy (as expected), but we still enjoyed our time there. Parking was convenient. Service was excellent! The staff was attentive, warm, and handled our big group smoothly. Prices were also very reasonable/good value for a Mother's Day brunch. On the food side, my husband really enjoyed his lamb chops and thought they were delicious. However, the rest of the table found the dishes mostly average and not very flavorful. Presentation was bland, and the potatoes were soft (we like them crispy). It was a fun new place to try and a nice way to celebrate our mothers. We'd likely return for the good service, nice ambiance, and solid prices, but we're hoping for better food next time.

    Menu 12/2025
    Kathy C.

    Must try Spanish Restaurant! The ambience is nice, feels cozy. We had the Happy Hour brussel sprouts, croquets, meatballs, papas bravas and the Paella ( not a HH special) . The food was very good, seasoned well and cooked perfectly. We enjoyed Happy Hour cocktails, which are a great deal for $8. The hostess was nice enough to let us switch tables, to be closer to the firelplace. The bread pudding was absolutely delicious, with a creamy banana icecream. We were here about 12 years ago and it's as good as we remember it being. Can't wait to come back!

    La Granja Paella
    Neil V.

    Went here for my bday weekend dinner and was seated in their back patio, which was really cute. The weather was mild so it was a great time to be outside enjoying the warm sun. Everything we tried was amazing so I highly recommend the bravas potatoes, Brussels sprouts, and the chicken paella. They also have a veggie paella option so check that out! We also had their red sangrias which was refreshing! Definitely worth checking this place out and the food portions were huge for a tapas food place! The service was prompt and friendly as well!

    Cupping pepperoni- bread was so good
    Christina C.

    Visited Esteban on Mother's Day for Dinner. Looked like they had a special brunch for Mother's Day. It wasn't busy for dinner. Enjoyed everything. Would get a paella with seafood next time which would probably have more flavor. We really loved the Brussels and I ate all the crust from my son's pizza. The bread was so good. We found street parking easily on a Sunday night.

    Alex R.

    Wonderful atmosphere and very attentive service. The back of the restaurant is very nice. The food is very rich with fair sized portions. My family stated that the seafood options were very delicious but unfortunately there's limited vegan/vegetarian options. Overall, I think the chia pudding stood out the most and the lavender honey is such a good addition!

    Baked to order Bread Pudding
    Bob B.

    We love this restaurant! We last ate here 4 years ago, the last time we were in Monterey. Coincidentally, our hotel is across the street. We had tapas for dinner.

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    Service was horrible. Oysters good. Fried Chicken was just ok. I doubt I would return.

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    I need someone to make paella for my reception in Monterey ? Nov 6

    Hi Jackie, please contact the restaurant directly at 831-375-0176 with your request and provide them with your phone number and they will assist you.… 

    Considering coming here on my anniversary. Any vegan gluten free options? TIA.

    Good afternoon Jenny! Thank you for your interest in coming to Esteban Restaurant for your anniversary. We have a variety of dishes that are vegan gluten-free. The Harvest… 

    What is your corkage policy?

    I apologize for the delay. We charge a corkeage fee of $20 per bottle. Thank you!

    Do you still have happy hour?

    Good morning Kelly! Yes, we offered Tapas Hour (Happy Hour) nightly currently from 4pm-6pm. In addition our Easter Dinner menu will have an all-night Tapas at a special price as well as a Dinner menu offering. We look forward to having you here with… 

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