The service was fast and friendly! The smoked salmon on…read morepotatoe pancake was fresh flavorful and an iconic dish. I will be back !

Best restaurant in Pacific Grove. You definitely recommend for the food the staff and the…read moreatmosphere. If you haven't been there, I definitely recommend trying it

We went there on a very busy Saturday at the beginning of Monterey Car week…read more Ambiance is homely and cozy, and the food is beyond excellent! We had scrambled eggs, pancake and the eggs Benedict and everything was flavorful and filling. Can't wait to visit again!

My fav Loco Moco spot so far! The gravy is something else I still think of their special Red Velvet…read morepancakes Staff is wonderful, especially when being served by mama

Foray completely delivered, the food felt thoughtful and intentional without trying too hard. Each…read moredish was balanced and beautifully executed. You can tell the chef is pushing to become the best. Nothing was over complicated, just clean flavors done at a very high level. It's rare to leave a restaurant feeling genuinely impressed by the cooking itself, but that was the case here. Major credit to the chef, the ambition and attention to detail are obvious. We are excited to dine at Foray again!

We were part of a 20-person wedding dinner, and Foray handled it like pros. Group dinners can get…read morechaotic fast, but the timing, pacing, and service were flawless from start to finish. Every dish arrived at temp, plated beautifully, and with the same attention to detail you'd expect at a two-top. Between my partner and me, we shared the Wagyu tartare, seared scallops, 30-day aged bluefin tuna, and the foraged mushroom risotto. Every bite felt intentional. The tartare was silky and perfectly seasoned, the scallops were caramelized and tender, and the bluefin was rich and clean with that perfect melt. The risotto hit all the comfort notes without being heavy, layered with truffle and deep umami. Cocktails were another standout. The Coastal Bloom was bright, crisp, and herbal, while the Foray Old Fashioned brought rich coffee and cacao flavors that tied perfectly into dessert. We ended with the candy cap bread pudding and dark chocolate tres leches, both elegant and balanced, the kind of desserts you remember days later. Foray delivered a wedding dinner that felt personal and polished all at once. Exceptional food, kind staff, and one of the best group dining experiences we've ever had in Carmel.

I loved everything I ate. The food took a while but that is because it is fresh and delicious. I…read moreate some of everyone's food. Pesto gnocchi was delicious. The sausage was not what I expected but surprisingly delish. Chicken Marsala is what I chose and with the whipped potatoes it was outstanding. I only wish we got the Cacio de Pepe was probably amazing but we did not get it. It was pricey, but that is what you get in this area. I really liked our server. She was spicy and good recommendations. I think she was in charge.

We were looking for restaurants in Monterey where we could feed our 1-year-old well and still have…read morea great meal ourselves, and il vecchio surely delivered! They didn't have the focaccia that day, but the bread with balsamic olive oil with peppers was amazing. My favorite was the vegetarian pappardelle, as both the pasta and the tomatoes/vegetables tasted so fresh and light. We ordered the grilled chicken thigh for the baby to eat along with our food; it was healthy yet tasty. Ragu was just okay though. We were so full by the time the sorbet came out. Our server took good care of us, even though he had a bunch of tables and it was super full. I love that it still felt private in there though. Would definitely come back again.

Great service. Great dinner and dessert options. I do not drink, so I cannot speak to their wine…read moreoptions. I am looking forward to returning.

This place cooks up local fish - like their market plate! Pretty chill for Sunday lunch. Cute…read moreplace on a cute street in Monterey. The Popovers were also quite special - we were the first when they just opened for lunch so it was super fresh and warm! Perfect. Not too greasy but light and airy. My hb got the tuna melt which he liked, noted that it's very cheesy but at the same time, not too heavy! Of course, got the Wild Fish Plate, which was petrale sole, but it was fried, which wasn't specified... I couldn't eat it so the chef renade me a version that was more steamed. Bonus points for that. And it was cooked perfectly. Absolutely delicious!!

Stopped on the way to Hearst Castle from yhr Bay Area. They…read morehave a cafe with a limited menu but shorter wait. We opted for the restaurant. It had a long wait (45 mins). Food is pretty expensive. I ordered the chicken sandwich. I get the hype. The sandwich was delicious. However the service was very slow. If you are on a timeline for your trip, the food and wait combined can be easily 2 hours. We just barely made it to Hearst castle before they closed. If your schedule is flexible then it is likely one of the best places to eat with amazing views of the coastline.

Stunning views but subpar food, service was fine. Went with my friend during the week late…read moreafternoon, so luckily they were able to seat us right away, but I could not see it be worth the 1hr wait I see other people mentioning. Absolutely would NOT recommend the fries, $16 for McDonalds fries. Seriously, they tasted, looked, and felt like Mcdonald's fries but more greasy. The vegetarian burger was fine, not appalling but very bland. The bottom of the bread was so overtoasted it was hard like a crouton, which made it sort of difficult to bite into. For a $30 sandwich I would expect more. The bean salad on the side actually was pretty good. I think the waiter forgot to bring our water for a while, which was fine, but it did really seem like we were getting worse service after not ordering anything to drink. Also, they started cleaning up while I was waiting for my friend in the bathroom, and it seemed pretty empty as we were leaving, so I don't believe they needed to clear it for another party coming in. However, the servers were polite, so I can give them the benefit of the doubt on these fronts. Overall, I understand in some places you're paying for the view, but this is in Big Sur, you can get better views on the side of the highway. We could've had a better lunch if we made it ourselves and packed it, or even went to one of the general stores in town to pick up a sandwich. If the food was good, I would understand the price and hype, but it was honestly below mediocre quality, and I'm not a picky eater. Glad we tried it, but not a place I will return to.

We have been here twice now, and this time brought some friends who absolutely loved it. Between…read morethe group, the seafood pasta (one with each type of sauce) was a huge hit. I had the rice bowl with tempura tofu and it was amazing. The sauce was perfect and the vegetables were flavorful and it was a great vegetarian option. Our friend had jambalaya and loved it, and my oldest had a burger and fries which was perfect, good size and great quality. They have a really fun (and delicious) dessert with chocolate dipped ice cream scoops with toppings on the side that are served with a dry ice effect that everyone loved. The restaurant has a family friendly feel and great service with some fun drink options as well. We'll definitely be back next time we're in town.

After multiple failed attempts to find somewhere to eat with our dogs in tow, we arrived at Sur at…read morethe Barnyard hungry, tired, and a little defeated. What a wonderful surprise. It was just me, my two girls, and our two dogs, and from the moment we arrived, we were met with genuinely excellent service. The staff was kind, attentive, and welcoming. The food was absolutely fantastic, fresh, flavorful, and beautifully prepared. Sometimes a meal is more than just a meal. After a long day of searching for a place that would work for our little crew, Sur felt like exactly where we were meant to end up. We left happy, full, and already looking forward to coming back. Highly recommend.

Quaint, understated location and similar dining room. Greeted by a very friendly host upon entry…read more Service was very professional and excellent throughout. I feel like it's rare to get this kind of old school service - very much appreciated. The food was amazing. We started with the scallop / very small portion, but tasty. I had the plum & jicama salad which was creative and wonderful. Had the Halibut as a main and it was also fantastic. A+++ experience all the way around. Can't wait to come back.

From the moment I walked in, Passion Fish made me feel genuinely welcome -- "So glad to see you,…read morethank you for coming in!" Those words matter more than people realize. My server was patient, attentive and helped me navigate the menu with real care. The halibut was light and flaky, beautifully prepared, and the fish stew -- extraordinary. Top shelf from start to finish. This is what hospitality looks like.

Modern Steak House! Based on my walk around downtown Monterrey Bay this is a good spot for date…read morenight dinner. Service outstanding super friendly. Food was good, had lots of flavor. Meat seemed good quality. Ambiance was clean, modern, dim light, music was a bit loud. Glad we had our date night here!

We wanted to try something special for dinner and my husband and I splurged a little bit with…read moredinner at Montrio. I noticed the Michelin sticker for 2019 and this made me more excited to try the food. Reservation was easy and available even on a days notice. Yay for that! Our server was attentive and made sure we had a great experience. Decor is nice and you can tell it's one of the more fine dining places in the area. We started with crab cakes, move on to the pork chop and short ribs. Both were made to perfection. Dessert was a toss up but glad we had the cake. For all you pop rock lovers out there, the addition of this candy to dessert was unexpected but surprisingly good. Will definitely be back to try the other dishes.

My favorite pizza out of our order was BBQ chicken. Regular dough is so good that family members…read morethat usually don't finish pizza crusts ate them. The pizza verde was salty from pesto so I think I should have gotten the Pesto no. 1 for the artichoke hearts instead of chicken. Their special was pepperoni and that's what took the average down, because there is nothing gourmet about it (could have been extra with the addition of fennel, for example). They were out of gluten-free dough on a busy weeknight.

Delicious Pizza.. I personally recommend the creamy pie. Their combo is also a favorite. The…read moreservice could be a little better as sometimes you get the person in a mood, but overall it's fast in delivery. The actual place is cool they have a bar where people hang out sometimes they have a dj.. they rent the hall in the back also.. they have games for kids I wish they were a little more reasonable in price though. But overall i highly recommend