Sea Harvest is a fish market / small restaurant. There's indoor and outdoor dining. It is…read moredog-friendly for outdoor usage only. They have a nice fresh seafood menu. I opted for their fish and chips. It was juicy and lightly breaded. I was very pleased with my lunch. My husband wasn't too hungry and he ordered their clam chowder. It had a lot of clams and potatoes. It was flavorful and rich... very good. The ambience is casual, nothing fancy. It is a great pit stop for a quick meal.

We come here all the time but never been treated so poorly with the server DIMAS. We ordered our…read moreusual swordfish with ceasar salad. When our ordered came out they gave is Rice and veggies instead. When my wife asked to have it replaced due to it was wrong DIMAS insisted rudely and said your husband did not order that. I had to go back and argue with them to get my Ceasar Salad. I have been going to this place and referring my friends but never got treated this rudely. The Chef was kind enough to give us the salad. DIMAS SHOULD NOT WORK FOR PLACES THAT REQUIRES CUSTOMER SERVICE.

Great food, great service, great views! Thanks to Jeff for helping us pick some delicious local…read moreoptions!

Found this place on open table. It was exactly what we were looking for. Wonderful food and…read morebeautiful views without being too expensive! The service was also great.

Great food, service and views! We could watch the sea otters and sea lions while we sat with drinks…read moreand food. Perfect for what we were looking for!

Beautifully situated by the water and inside the Monterey Plaza Hotel and Spa. We were seated at…read morethe outdoor terrace that's nicely lit and heated. Servers were all very nice and friendly. We tried the House-Made Focaccia, Lobster Baked Potato with Bacon Bits, Crispy Brussel Sprouts, Pecans, Blueberries, and Monterey Cioppino Pot. I never thought blueberries would go so well with pecans and Brussel sprouts, pecans add a perfect texture to the dish. Cioppino had quite a bit of seafood in it. The dessert coffee crème brûlée was a perfect ending for our evening, not too sweet. We enjoyed every dish we tried and would love to come back to try other dishes sometime.

Their clam chowder is good--rich, smoky, and loaded with actual clam meat rather than being packed…read moreout with cheap potato filler like so many other places. The calamari is also good, featuring a light, crispy breading but was not greasy. Instead of a mix of body and tentacles, they serve large, tender chunks of squid cut into clean squares, making it so approachable that even picky eaters with a limited palate won't be turned off by it. Service was attentive with water getting filled at the right moments. Would be back to try their other items.

Stopped by to pick up a garlic bread bowl clam chowder to go. The interior ambience seems fairly…read moreclean and pleasant. The employees were pretty friendly as well! We took the chowder down the street to the aquarium and immediately dug in. The bread bowl was large and thoughtfully packaged in plenty of Saran Wrap. Overall, the consistency of the chowder was reasonable: on the thicker side which I prefer. Unfortunately, our portion of chowder was slightly on the blander side and lacking in clams. The bread clearly had been warmed, but was slightly stale and lacking the all around toasted crustiness we were hoping for.

Over the years the Grotto rates no 1 for our selection. Expect to be well hosted…read more Great food variety. Great cooking.

Excellent as always. We had the Clam Bake, Fish and Chips Calamari and Shrimp Bruschetta. For…read moredessert Cheesecake and Tiramisu. Consistent dining experience. Thank you!!

3.5 Stars We came…read morehere after exploring the aquarium for an early dinner! We split a few apps - the ahi poke, calamari, and coconut shrimp. I thought everything was nicely presented and tasty! The views are amazing, the inside is sort of dated (old furniture and flooring), and the service staff are super friendly.

Stopped for a late lunch. Has the vibes of a cruise ship…read more Or server was attentive and quick to greet and serve us. I ordered the crab and bacon melt. It was quite tasty. My only regret is that I would have just ordered the crab cakes because the sandwich was huge. Fish tacos are also a good choice. The view is great. It's easy to access and our lunch was tasty. Stop in and try it for yourself!!

I have been to Hula's twice since moving to Monterey and have loved it both times! The food is…read morephenomenal, abundant, and affordable! The ingredients all feel of high quality and the dishes are unique, and fun! The ambience of the restaurant itself is that of a bar, with dimmer lighting, but without overtly loud music, making it great for a casual hangout or date! If you want to come just for drinks, they have an extensive drink menu, including designated dates and times for happy hour (tiki hour?) with a special menu with small appetizers to enjoy with your drink. During my last visit, I ordered the jerk pork plate which came with pulled spicy pork, coconut rice, a gingery cole slaw, fried sweet plantains (perfect contrast to the spicy pork), and a small piece of a Johny cake (imagine a corncake that is a little crispy). We also ordered the coconut shrimp rolls to share and wish we would have ordered a second plate! These were filled with small pieces of shrimp, wrapped in a crunchy (but not very oily) shell, and topped with shredded coconut. They were served alongside a sweet and sour pineapple sauce (delicious, but honestly the rolls tasted great even without the sauce). My dad ordered fish of the day (he chose Mahi mahi) encrusted in macadamias and loved it! It is nice that they offer options that feel more like a sit-down restaurant than strict "bar food." I hope to return to try more things on their menu! Maybe even for a little Friday night fun drink!

Haiku: Hula's Island Grill…read more Cravin' Hawaiian? Must order Ohana pie Big Hawaiian plates. --- I don't know why we were craving Hawaiian island fare in Monterey. We enjoyed the Kalbi plate. There's something about savory meats and being comforted with creamy mac salad. If you're a dessert lover, a must-get is their Ohana Pie. It's made with sky-high famous Marianne's ice cream, Oreo cookie crust, mac nuts, house-made whipped cream and hot fudge. It's luxurious, cold, and lots of crunchy textures. Hula's Island Grill is such a fun spot to hang and lounge around with cocktails. Service is sweet and attentive.

I was in Monterey for a family wedding and was looking for a restaurant to accommodate a large…read moreparty (20) while still being flexible. I called multiple restaurants in my search of good food, great atmosphere and willingness to accommodate and after speaking with both Julie and Kerrie I was sold on Chart House being the best option. This Chart House is located on Cannery Row where parking seemed like it could be difficult on a weekend. We came here on a weekday at 5pm so had little issues finding decent parking. There is street parking as well as a parking lot nearby if you are willing to pay to park. Our large party was seating shortly after the majority of us had arrived at the restaurant. Everything that my family ordered was on par with the Maryland Chart House location. Delicious food, high quality ingredients and great presentation. My family ordered: - Seared Ahi Tuna - This appetizer was perfect to share with an equal portion of slices of avocado with your ahi tuna slices. It was fresh and a great start to the meal. - Kids Coconut Shrimp - My son loved this so much he also devoured an additional appetizer plate of these. I will say this was my favorite thing I had this night. - Sablefish Miso Sake Glaze - Great flavors with perfect sauce portion. The fish was perfectly cooked, fantastic dish and presentation. - Steak & Lobster - No complaints, both perfectly cooked and seasoned. Another great dish, just not as memorable as the others. Aside from the amazing food here, I want to highlight the views. There are huge windows giving you an amazing view of the ocean, you can literally see sea lions splashing about as you enjoy your meal. We were lucky enough to see the sun begin to seat from this view and it was so beautiful. The staff were attentive, constantly checked on us and brought out all items just and ordered. I want to also mention that I forgot to take my rewards membership card and the staff were even kind enough to be willing to ship to me after I returned home. Overall, I had a wonderful experience at Chart House in Monterey. If you are looking for top tier food, atmosphere and staff then come visit Chart House. If I am ever in the area again, I would definitely make the trip back here :)

Went there tonight with some out of town friends and Chart House did a wonderful job!…read more The waiter William was attentive but also allowed us to take our time. The food was wonderful, 2 of us had salmon which I hear was excellent. The other two had shrimp which I can personally testify was very flavorful. The manager, a tall man named Brian stopped by and checked in to make sure everything was great! That's always a nice touch. The view of the bay was incredible and the ambiance top-notch! They'll be seeing more of us!

Best clam chowder straight from Old Fisherman's Grotto! I highly recommend the clam chowder…read more As someone from the bay area I find the prices very good!

The food here is absolutely 5 stars. The clam chowder bread bowl is the absolute best my wife and I…read morehave ever had. The grilled fish trio was very good as well. The service is where they drop. Our server, Michael, was really bad. We had to ask repeatedly for water, bread, and still didn't get them. It wasn't until I was very direct with him how we have been waiting for water and bread while tables around us already had theirs, even though they all showed up AFTER we did. At the end of the night, we waited over 20 minutes to pay our bill. We finally took it to the front and complained to the owner how we just want to pay our bill and leave. The owner was very receptive to our feedback about our service and offered to take care of us. However, that's not what we wanted. We wanted to pay for the meal we ate. Just didn't appreciate the poor service. Again, the food is delicious here. Just hope you don't get the server we had.

As an Italian chef with years of experience in the culinary world, I believe I have a trained eye…read moreand palate for recognizing a restaurant that truly cares about quality. From the very first bite, you can tell when a kitchen takes pride in its craft, carefully selecting high-quality ingredients and preparing every dish with passion and attention to detail. What truly makes this place stand out is that excellence goes far beyond the food. The service is impeccable, the atmosphere is welcoming, and every detail is thoughtfully taken care of. From the kitchen to the dining room, everything reflects professionalism, care, and a genuine commitment to creating an outstanding dining experience. As someone who understands the restaurant business from the inside, I appreciate the dedication it takes to deliver this level of quality consistently. This is the kind of place that reminds you what great hospitality should be: exceptional food, outstanding service, and attention to every detail from A to Z. Highly recommended to anyone who appreciates authentic quality, excellent service, and a restaurant that truly cares about its guests.

We went without a reservation. Had a small wait for a table of four. We got there just before a…read morerush of reservations. It took a bit to get served but when our server arrived, he quickly got our drinks and reviewed the specials. The meal and appetizer was wonderfully delicious. Portion sizes were just right. Not sure if it was a busy weeknight for service staff to tables or if that's normal here. The food was great and the atmosphere was pleasant. We would definitely return. Others had the tagliatelle and the chicken Alfredo