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    Lalla Grill Oceanside

    3.6 (1.2k reviews)
    Open 11:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    Outdoor seating

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    Kids mac n cheese
    Sue F.

    Had lunch here instead of the busy aquarium cafe to mix things up and enjoy the gorgeous views on a sunny day. While the restaurant is not large, their oceanfront view is beautiful and so nice to enjoy the cooler atmosphere while soaking in the ocean views, boats sailing by, and wildlife. We saw a sea otter and it hung out near the shallow area while we dined. Items ordered: Kid's chicken tender with fries- kiddo enjoyed this meal Kid's mac n cheese- both kiddo and hubby (who tried it) said it was really good! Kid's cup of clam chowder- kiddo enjoyed this also Adult cup of clam chowder- it was for me but kiddo ate it. Good flavor and plenty of clams, potatoes, and carrots Shrimp scampi pasta- really enjoyed this dish and the lemon garlic flavor Pesto pasta with blackened shrimp- A tad too overdressed with pesto and a hint of bitterness (possibly from burnt pine nuts?). Otherwise, the blackened grilled shrimp was cooked perfectly. Unsweetened iced tea x2- this was so refreshing and especially with extra lemon!

    Seafood Risotto W/ Scallops
    Cassandra L.

    We walked by this place during lunch time and saw how busy and smelt how delicious it was, we knew we'd have to stop by for dinner. Service was excellent. From the host down to every server and busser. This place runs smoothly because of them. We had drinks at the bar while we waited, paid. Then moved on to our table, we enjoyed some fries and clams, some bacon wrapped steak bites, I ordered the crusted halibut (a bit dry for my living), and husband ordered a risotto and scallops. His was delicious!! All in all, great experience. Thank you all

    California Club
    Andrea M.

    We visited Lalla for lunch after spending the night in Monterey. Popular spot, and it's not hard to see why, with their killer view of the ocean. Beyond that, the menu offers many enticing options. I typically zero in quickly on one or two things that sound best to me on any given menu, but in this case there were a number of things that sounded really good. Maybe I was just extra hungry, I don't know. We started with a dozen oysters (of course), which were plump, delicious, and reasonably priced at $40/dz. The oysters totally hit the spot. Afterward, we decided to split a California Club, with a side of sweet potato fries. Would have liked more mayo and avocado on the club, but it was still good. Service was a bit on the slower side, it seems they could use more help, but the staff was nice. Would return and would recommend.

    Apps, sans the drinks
    Dyamond B.

    My boyfriend & I took a spontaneous overnight trip to Monterey to compare it to Santa Cruz. Wasn't too busy here at the time we went (late afternoon). All of the staff looked clean & polished. Not to mention extremely welcoming & professional! Super bright & open dining room during the day, rich & intimate atmosphere at night. We weren't feeling too good, so we just ordered some appetizers to split. We shared a tray of oysters that were to die for! Can't get any fresher than at Old Fisherman's Wharf. Calamari appetizer was made fresh to order, and the drinks were perfect. My boyfriend ordered a beer while I had a Paloma, one of the best ones I've had in a while! I don't say this often, but everything was well worth the market price! Definitely stopping here again next time we visit Monterey!

    The view
    Nadia M.

    This day was my actual birthday we got up had some lunch. It was great. The view was great. The service was great. The food was great. I had the crab melt. I believe it was delicious. The fries was so good but if you guys go to Monterey check this place out great view and great service

    Seafood Risotto
    B H.

    I'm a fry girl through and through, and let me tell you....these rosemary garlic fries are now the gold standard. Crispy, herby perfection. I'd come back just for them and not even pretend it's for the view (though the view is amazing). We started with calamari that was everything it should be....crispy, seasoned, not chewy. As a texture person, that's a big deal. My husband's seafood risotto was creamy and flavorful with this fancy floral note that made me side-eye his plate more than once. I ordered the pistachio-crusted chicken salad, which looked promising but just didn't deliver. The dressing was aggressive and drowned out everything else. Not terrible, just... the weak link. Portions were generous, the view is unbeatable, and our server was kind and attentive, though so soft-spoken I felt like I was leaning in for gossip. The decor could use a refresh, and once the place filled up, it got loud and a little warm. But overall, the experience was solid. Bottom line: Come for the view, stay for the fries, maybe skip the salad. And bring someone who's okay with sharing their risotto.

    Scott S.

    We make this place a priority every time we are in town. The view is spectacular and the food is always fantastic. I have had many dishes here and have thoroughly enjoyed them all. The flatbread is an absolute must. The pesto chicken is my current favorite. The carne asada tacos are top notch as well. The drinks are great. I had a paper plane today and it is now my going to be my go to. In fact I may have had two of them. The staff is always friendly and they truly care about their patrons. My wife has a food allergy and they went to great lengths to accommodate her. Come give them a try. You will not be disappointed. Just come before noon to get a window seat.

    Bolognese pasta
    Emma H.

    The Chicken Fettuccine was above average as it relates to taste. The fettuccine was soft (not al dente but that's the way I like it), the sauce was creamy, and the chicken was well seasoned. The portion was large. The Bolognese was too seasoned. The portion was incredibly large. The lobster and shrimp enchilada portion was a good size. I loved the black beans. The enchiladas green sauce was authentic and had plenty of protein. The wasn't keen on the rice, however, but that may be because I am particular about Mexican rice. The tea was excellent with the lemon. The portion was excellent as well. I especially appreciated the hot drink given that I had been really cold. The best part of my meal was the cup of clam chowder. I wish it was served with a small piece of sour dough. I order some but it was brought way after the clam chowder. The server kept refilling the water. She took our order promptly. She also came to our table multiple times to check on us. It was a busy evening and she did an amazing job. The restaurant decor is nice. It was loud but we could still engage in conversation. The windows toward the ocean are large. We came late so we couldn't see the view. Overall the experience was great! Good food and great service.

    Had the game on in the bar
    Sameer H.

    My wife and I came into Lalla Grill today for my birthday to catch the end of an NFL game and ended up having such a great time. They had the game on at the bar, which made it a perfect spot to hang out with a gorgeous view of the ocean, grab some delicious food, and watch the game. Not really the place to come watch games as they only had one tv, but we wanted to just watch the end of the game but enjoy really good food and drinks. We ordered the calamari and the lobster nachos (with no pico de gallo), and honestly... both were absolutely amazing. The calamari was cooked perfectly and was topped with this mix of garlic and chili flakes, and the lobster nachos were loaded and full of flavor with the sauces that were on them -- easily a standout. For drinks, we had a paloma and margarita, and both were really good and well balanced. Great service, great food, beautiful view, and solid drinks. Definitely a place we'd come back to, especially to enjoy a night out together.

    View from our table
    Lisa Y.

    Cute little restaurant right over the water. If you're lucky you'll get a spot by the window so you can watch the waves at the beach below. Ordered salad and fries, the salad was huuuuge and delicious, but there was absolutely no way one or even two people could finish one!! Fries were okay, I asked for garlic fries because on the menu it says they are available with the steak but the waitress said they didn't have them? A little confusing but I just settled for the regular fries. Service was friendly.

    Margarita with a view.
    K J.

    Not a very large space but most seats are ocean view. The first night we dined at Lalla's it was noisy . 2 tables of eight. Ugh! No one has the spine to ask people to keep their voices down. We both ordered salads for dinner and they were excellent! Large and full of ingredients. The cocktails were also on point. The next day we met a friend for lunch. Different salad for us, excellent again! Our friend had a sandwich and it was huge. He couldn't finish. The next night we just went in for cocktails. MaiTai was excellent. Bartender was friendly and attentive! Look forward to returning next trip.

    Spa tini
    Brittney D.

    Stunning views! Food was delicious and fish prepared perfectly. Veggies seasoned well. Ordered the steak medium, asked for a pink center, got well. It still was juicy, but overdone. Service was attentive and polite. The waiter forgot to give us back our credit card, when he gave us the receipt to sign. Overall I would come back.

    Us, taken by the nice waiter.
    Lucia N.

    We went for Valentine's day which was a super busy day in Monterey. We only had to wait 40 minutes vs other restaurants were a 2 hr wait. My boyfriend was impressed by the food and great service. I had the salmon stuffed with crab, he had the seafood risotto. For appetizers he ordered the coconut shrimp which are huge and steak with blue cheese wrapped in bacon. He really loved it. My dish was delicious and the 1 coconut shrimp I had. The ambiance was romantic. I am attaching photos for reference. We have already suggested this place to family and friends on FB. We highly recommend this restaurant for any of you reading this.

    Clam Chowder in a Garlic Bread Bowl

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    Ask the Community - Lalla Grill Oceanside

    Hi I will be in town 12/31/22 will you be open for lunch or early dinner and do you take reservations?

    Do they accept reservations for the ocean view seating?

    No rezos can be made. You have to put your name on a waitlist. In fact they only give you 6 or 7 min to claim your table once it's ready and give it away if you're not there in time.

    Hi! I will be in town this weekend and was wondering if you guys will be open for outdoor dining? Thank you in advance!

    They have patio seating, yes! Just a few tables out front that is stroller friendly.

    Hi I'll be in town next week for vacation are you guys open for outdoor or indoor seating?

    We are open for outdoor seating! We have heat lamps when it's cold and umbrellas for when it's hot!! Can't wait to see you here at Lallas!!

    Are you guys open for dine in? Plus is the bar open now as well?

    Due to COVID-19 pandemic and a county-wide mandate restricting indoor seating, all of our seating is outside with the tables spaced 6 feet apart, to ensure the safety of our guests during this very trying times. The same mandate prohibits our bar… Read more

    If you have a Happy Hour, can you please post days, times, and what items are discounted ? Thanks!

    We have happy hour every day from 4 - 5:30 (excluding major holidays) We offer many appetizer items… Read more

    Is there a separate bar menu or do you have to be seated at a table to order food?

    Nope!! We have the same menu for all areas In our restaurant. From outside to the bar to any inside table same menu. Only different menu is our happy hour which is confined to the bar area and the outside patio from 4-5:30

    Dog friendly patio?

    Yes!

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    Angel's Share Craft Cocktail Bar

    Angel's Share Craft Cocktail Bar

    3.0(12 reviews)
    0.0 mi
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    I thought this was part of Lalla Oceanside, but I guess they have a separate name/web site, so I'll…read moreleave my review here, too: Dropped by when the rest of Cannery Row seemed a bit too crazy and had a couple drinks and a light bite in the basement bar. Service was pretty good. We were able to catch up on sports highlights and enjoy the ambiance and a good flatbread pizza and wedge salad. I want to try some other items on their menu. Expect to pay a good 10 percent more than you would elsewhere in Monterey. After all, this is Cannery Row.

    Being in Monterey, we wanted to grab some drinks. Well more like we were done with our day and…read morewanted some relaxation before we went to bed so we explored the area and went bar hopping...kind of. This was the second place where we got some drinks. We did the varying reviews here (all of 3 review), but I decided for us that we'd go try it out. We walked over and found the place pretty easily. I mean it wasn't too difficult to find, but it was kind of weird they didn't have their own entrance into the restaurant but no big deal. I wanted to try both the cherry lime ricketey and the pink lemonade so the boyfriend got the ricketey and I got the lemonade. I'm so glad we did it that way because I found the cherry and lime drink too bitter and sour. I know that it's supposed to be sour, but it was just too much. Didn't love it as much as I hoped it would have. The pink lemonade was so good! I love the throwback to a childhood drink (with some alcohol of course). So good. Protip: give it a chance and definitely come here for a drink!

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    Angel's Share Craft Cocktail Bar - Barrel aged cocktails

    Barrel aged cocktails

    Angel's Share Craft Cocktail Bar

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    Tipsy Putt  - Socks and Sandals from Humble Sea, Santa Cruz

    Tipsy Putt

    4.1(169 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Came here for a friend's birthday weekend and had such a fun time despite it not being super…read morecrowded at night. Recommend doing the $15 mini golf, which is the mini courses on the main floor and it's a lot more lively here. The bottom floor is where the bathrooms and real golf courses are, but it's a lot more secluded. The real heartbreak came when we realized the kitchen closed at 9pm, but the bartenders were really helpful when it came to us ordering sweeter choices of cocktails and letting us know about the difference between the mini / regular courses. They also gave us recs on what was open late at night. Their cocktails were yummy and tasted like described on the menu! The John Daly tasted more sweeter than I anticipated as it came with simple syrup, vodka, and lemon juice. Both were still great choices. We love a lil bev to sip onnnnn. I also liked how this place had their own photobooth and outdoor seating with couches and a fireplace. Fun place to go to with a large group.

    Tipsy Putt was a last minute grab for us in the search for late night food. They accommodated us…read morefor sure and there was three of us. It's a fun joint, some games and clean enough for us. The smashed burger was actually pretty good with some added bacon and avocado. Not bad at all as well as the chicken strips and tacos. The fries on the other hand - no in fact no twice not good at all. Decent place and it hit the spot.

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    Quesabirria

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    Tipsy Putt  - Members get an upgraded pour on most drafts

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    Members get an upgraded pour on most drafts

    the C restaurant + bar - Calamari

    the C restaurant + bar

    4.1(790 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    We ate at The C Restaurant + Bar inside the InterContinental The Clement Monterey and honestly it…read morewas really good. Super convenient having it right there in the hotel. The food was excellent. I was a little unsure at first, but I'm really glad I tried it. I got the milk and honey toast, and it was so good... like I'm actually sad it's an hour and a half away because I'd go back just for that. My husband had the avocado toast with two poached eggs, my daughter had the pancakes, and we also got fresh berries, grapefruit juice, orange juice, and hot chocolate. Everything was good, no complaints. Our server Claudia was really sweet, very patient, and knew the menu well which I appreciated. Joe, I think he was the manager, came over and talked to us and shared a little background about the food and the chef, which made it feel more personal. They mentioned the cook had been on Food Network and created that milk and honey toast, which made sense after tasting it. Overall just a really good experience, good food, good service, and I'd definitely go back.

    I was really looking forward to having a meal here and we were definitely satisfied! We were…read morestaying at The Clement Hotel for a couple of days for our anniversary getaway, so I decided to make dinner reservations here for our first night. It was very convenient for us and made perfect sense to stay on site while having a few cocktails! Our reservation was set for 7pm, hoping we could catch the sunset. Unfortunately it was a bit overcast, but we still had beautiful views nonetheless. There was a romantic elegance yet fun vibe in the restaurant. There was also soft live music playing which was very nice. We were seated by the windows overseeing the ocean and we were lucky enough to see a mama sea otter with her baby swimming around in front of us, which made it even more special! I ordered the South of the Border and my husband ordered the InterContinental Drift as our first round of drinks. Both drinks were unique and delicious. We each ordered Clam Chowder as our starter which was pretty tasty. My hubby ordered the Salmon and surprisingly enough I wasn't too hungry after having the soup, so I ordered an appetizer instead. I chose the Monterey Bay Calamari thinking it was a small portion, but it was the total opposite lol. It was a boatload of Calamari and so very good! We were both pleased with our food choices and ordered another round of drinks. I decide to order the Rested Plane this time which was refreshing. We had exceptional service and our waiter was very animated and fun. I'm so sad we didn't get a chance to have breakfast here, but totally recommend it for dinner. I do know they have a good happy hour menu that we missed too!

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    the C restaurant + bar - Chocolate

    Chocolate

    the C restaurant + bar - The Clement Monterey ~ The Intercontinental Monterey

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    Schooners Monterey

    Schooners Monterey

    4.0(2.1k reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$$

    We started with the Clam Chowder bread bowl, Brussel Sprouts appetizer, and the Dungeness Crab Dip…read more All 3 were excellent. I love Brussel Sprouts and order it anytime I see it in a menu. This was one of the best I've had. I like that it was more on the shredded side so it could cook evenly. (I hate when places halve the sprouts, but then don't bake it through. These were cooked to perfection here.) The crab dip was amazing...it's the morning after as I'm typing this and my daughter is still raving about the crab dip. We all agreed that it was worthy of the price tag bc there was a good amount of real crab in it. We really enjoyed the taste and texture. We wished there were more of the garlic bread for dipping! We waited for the clam chowder bread bowl to arrive, and tore into it so we could use that to dip! For our meal, we ordered the Harvest Salad, Organic Half Chicken, Honey BBQ Ribs, Wagyu Burger, and took a mandarin coconut sherbet to go. We were all very happy with what we ordered.

    I don't know if people still say bomb.com but it's def warranted here…read more It would be a shame to order a burger when in Monterey so I made sure I ordered something from the ocean on the other side of the glass of the seat next to us. I got the Cioppino, wife got the Crab Pasta and the kids got Fish N Chips + Chicken Tenders. I was very surprised to see a generous amount of crab in my soup. At some places, you get a claw and check that box off but not here. In addition to the real crab, there was a few giant shrimp, mussels, clams, fish, and calamari. Man...everything was very fresh and delicious. I would even have to probably say the best I've ever had! The soup was seasoned to perfection and not too tart. My wife's crab pasta was also very good! I shared mine with her and we swapped for a bit just to sample other dishes here. The kids plates were also high quality as expected from this nice restaurant inside the Monterey Plaza Hotel. To make my bday weekend even better I was able to score a spot right in front of the hotel which isn't easy since it was a non-raining Saturday. This is definitely a "come back and eat" place the next time we're in Monterey.

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    Schooners Monterey - View from the restaurant.. Get here early and watch the sunrise.

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    View from the restaurant.. Get here early and watch the sunrise.

    The Bulldog Sports Pub - Shepard's pie was ok. Next time I'll go for a burger.

    The Bulldog Sports Pub

    3.6(265 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    Service was amazing , security too! it was a full house and they still found us a place to sit…read more Great customer service! I will definitely be back!

    We stopped by here on this past New Years Eve briefly. I randomly found this spot on Yelp while I…read morewas searching for places to try since we were having a little getaway for NYE in Monterey. I was so thrilled to check this pub out especially with our doggie, Meatball the Bulldog! How perfect right? A Bulldog at The Bulldog Sports Pub. We snagged the last available booth, and it had crumbs on there. Not clean. SMH. I went to the bar to order some drinks for my boyfriend and me since he left his wallet in the car. It was raining that night, and we parked several blocks away. The service was okay. I remember the guy bartender said $29something, but then he charged me $30something. I got the Jalapeno Margarita while my boyfriend had the Tito's Mule. My drink was very sweet with a kick of jalapeno while his was pretty good. They had music playing. It seems that there is a modern jukebox where you can pay to pick a song. There was one pool table for people to play. So many people came up to pet Meatball and give him so much attention. He absolutely loved it! There was one guy who asked if he can say "Hi" to Meatball, and we said that it was okay like we normally do. This weirdo was basically making out with Meatball; not cool at all man. Then Meatball flipped on his back, and he was holding Meatball. My boyfriend told him to let go of Meatball. It was such an uncomfortable interaction. Not normal at all. He even said, "This is my NYE kiss!" SMDH. The guy sat down at a table that is across from us, and he kept looking at us. We quickly finished our drinks, and then we left to ring in the new year at our hotel lobby instead. We should have just hung out in our hotel lobby instead of going out; it was much better there.

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    The Bulldog Sports Pub - Main bar area

    Main bar area

    The Bulldog Sports Pub - Nachos w/ beef, fried pickles & bottomless mimosa

    Nachos w/ beef, fried pickles & bottomless mimosa

    The Bulldog Sports Pub - Jalapeño margarita & Tito's Mule

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    Jalapeño margarita & Tito's Mule

    Lalla Grill Oceanside - seafood - Updated May 2026

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