The food was good. The hostess was horrible. We had made reservations on Open Table, but, the hostess didn't honor it. Why even take reservations? 45 minutes after our reservations and me about to get very upset with the hostess, we were seated. Our waitress was very good and made up for what the hostess lacked. My wife ordered the Sicilian Seafood linguini, while I ordered the Seafood Saute. I asked my waitress if I could substitute the pesto sauce in the Seafood Saute with a white wine sauce. She said that they could do it for me. My wife and I shared our pastas. We both liked the Seafood Saute in white wine sauce better than the Sicilian Seafood Linguini. It's a good place for Italian seafood. Why take reservations if the hostess won't honor it? read more

Louie Linguini's - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

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I came here to treat myself to dinner with a friend after we had both completed the Big Sur 11 miler. We got a table right by the window with an ocean view. Server was prompt with water and we quickly ordered wine. We also got some garlic bread as an appetizer but sadly it disappointed with some raw, crunchy garlic on top that left us both with horrid garlic breath but that was quickly overlooked by the fettuccine Alfredo I ordered that luckily wasn't drowning in sauce and had the perfect bite and portion. Overall a great place to celebrate such a huge moment in our lives. read more

Upon being seated by the window that overlooked the bay, noticed multiple gnats (10+) and flies (5+) flying in the corners of the large windows, so we asked to move toward the center of the restaurant. After being re-seated, we were given water after about 10 min when the waiter took our order. The appetizers came out in a reasonable time which consisted of french bread and battered/fried artichokes. Bread was ok, but the artichokes crumbled then trying to use you fork or grab them with your fingers. Good luck dipping them into the aioli. Entrees were bread bowl clam chowder, fishermans platter (battered cod, battered calamari, battered shrimp) served with cole slaw and fries, and chicken Caesar salad with cup of clam chowder. Clam chowder cup and bread bowl were good, but fisherman's platter crumbled like the artichoke appetizer. Trying to handle the cod was a joke, basically falling apart as it was dipped into the sauce. Coleslaw was bland like chopped cabbage with mayo. The Caesar salad dressing was bland like the coleslaw. Wouldn't recommend. read more

Came to Monterey with my family to get away from the heat! Went to the aquarium first and it was so busy, so I definitely was feeling hungry after all the walking. Plenty of seating and there's stairs and an elevator through the gift shop to get to the restaurant. Staff is friendly and welcoming, great service and constantly checked in with us. I looked this spot up before coming and was excited to try the clam chowder. We ordered a clam chowder + bread bowl (recommended option for garlic top by our great server!! But I forgot her name), regular bowl of chowder, garlic fries and fried mushrooms. Everything was delicious and came out quickly together. My mom liked dipping the fried mushrooms in the clam chowder and that's actually a good combo!! The chowder is on the creamy side which I like. Tasted fresh and had food flavors! The sourdough bread bowl reminded me of a sort of flaky bakery bread and not so much sourdough (which is totally fine for me). I'm sure the bread bowl without the garlic top tastes just as good too. I forsure want to come back and try other dishes like the pasta or steak! read more

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The service was very good and the food came out fast, our servers and the host were amazing. Ambiance alone is 5 stars because the view was incredible today the least! Gotta be real though the food was just whatever. Specifically the crab bruschetta (not pictured), the pizza, and the fries in the basket. I did enjoy the fried seafood it was very good and so were the sauces. I will say that the price was fair for the location. I'd go back for the view alone. read more

Louie Linguini's - Fisherman's Platter - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

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The sampler appetizer was very nice. I highly recommend getting the sampler, it has lots of different flavors and it's perfect. The pasta was good, but the portion was pretty small. There was a lot of pasta but I feel like there wasn't enough meat. The view was nice because it's upstairs. The service was typical. Overall I give it a 3.5. read more

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I came to this restaurant on a school trip and the staff took such great care of us! The sandwich was super yummy and the fries were so crispy. I loved the views as well :) read more

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We were looking for a little snack that was dog friendly, and they have a special menu! Bring a jacket, because it can get a little chilly. You might spot an otter or two while snacking and sipping while you're sitting outside! I ordered the artichoke hearts and a glass of red wine. Both were ok :) The view and Monterey vibes are better. read more

Louie Linguini's - Dog menu! - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

Not the most romantic spot -- ambiance is ok -- but ask for the balcony. The Fido menu is expansive but basic for the dogs. The linguini was okay, nothing special but the calamari legs were good. Staff was friendly and bathrooms were clean, parking can be a pain but otherwise all is manageable. read more

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Good food, wasn't too busy on a weekday night. It's not gone dining, but the wine selection was pretty good.

My husband and I chose Louie Linguini's for a date dinner before heading to a comedy show, and overall it made for a really nice evening. We had a reservation but didn't need it, as it was a slow Monday night. We arrived right at sunset, which turned out to be perfect timing. The restaurant is upstairs with tons of windows overlooking the ocean, and we were seated right by one. Between the view and the soft music playing, the atmosphere felt relaxed and a little romantic. The staff was attentive and helpful, answering questions about the menu and offering suggestions without being pushy. I started with a dirty martini, simple and well made. We shared the Gilroy sourdough garlic bread, which had great flavor and a nice garlic kick. Of course, we had to try the clam chowder as our ongoing search for the best continues. It wasn't bad, but it leaned too creamy and lacked that strong clam flavor we were hoping for. With dinner, we shared a Chianti that paired nicely with our meals. I ordered the special lobster ravioli with a petite salmon, and it was delicious. You never seem to get many raviolis when you order them for dinner, but the addition of the salmon made the dish filling and well balanced. My husband ordered the cioppino special. While everything was cooked well and the seafood was fresh, he felt the broth lacked depth. Outside of the shellfish itself, the base came across a bit bland, almost like plain ocean water. Overall, the views, service, and atmosphere really stood out. While a few dishes could use more flavor, it was still an enjoyable experience and a lovely spot for a date night. read more

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Drinks are made very well. We are the pizza and it was delicious. They are dog friendly and their service outside was excellent. We would eat there again. Not many dog friendly spots in Monterey so we appreciate eating here. View of the ocean was very nice! read more

As you can see from the pictures my daughter gives the clam chowder 5 stars!! We love coming to Louie Linguinis when we are in Monterey. My family was greeted warmly and sat right away. Our server was attentive and helpful. My husband ordered the Louie Burger, while my daughter and I shared a cup of clam chowder & a chicken pasta. My favorite part about eating here is the large windows where you can watch the ocean. Today we got to watch a couple kayakers come in contact with some dolphins. We will definitely be back. read more

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Incredible food ambience and view! We wanted to have something light so we shared a combination pizza a Cobb salad a calamari and a bowl of clam chowder. Everything is absolutely delicious and the ambience is picturesque really read more

Louie Linguini's - Absolutely breathtaking view - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

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Good food, clam chowder sourdough bowl is a must try. Pet friendly with a Fido Menu. Server was on point very tentative made sure our puppies were also taken care of. Can't beat the waterfront view. Great location on Cannery Row. read more

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I have a variety of thoughts about Louie Linguini's. Let's start with the location and atmosphere. It's situated in the perfect spot to overlook the water and cannery area. They have mostly indoor seating and a tiny bit of outdoor seating when you first walk up the stairs on the deck. It's very shady here but it's OK. You may wanna bring a long sleeve on a breezy day. The food is average at best. Most of the folks in my party had fish and chips and fried calamari. But we also tried the Alfredo linguine and seafood linguine. The fish and chips were not what I expected from this area. Just not super high-quality or special in any particular way. Lots of small pieces as opposed to a few large pieces. I question that. The seafood linguine on the other hand was quite good. And the calamari was basic calamari, I don't think fresh. What is cool, is that they have a dog menu. So that's nice since many of the visitors, including us, have dogs. Service was pretty spotty I'd say. I think it's because you're outside and they just don't go out there as much. read more

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Louie Linguini's is a great place to eat. We were seated in a timely manner. The restaurant is clean and very nicely decorated with funny pictures everywhere. The waitress was friendly and very nice when explaining the menu. I ordered the clam chowder in e bread bowl ( delicious, highly recommend) garlic fries are tasty. pizza was tasty and the shrimp pasta too. Great experience. read more

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This spot exceeded my expectations for sure. I was reluctant to give it a try because its located right on the ocean on Cannery Row, so my first thought was tourist trap! They had something for the whole family to enjoy since we can never agree on just one type of cuisine so it was a perfect place to try. We arrived at shift change, too late to be a lunch crowd and too early to be a dinner crowd, the place had a few parties seated and more arrived after us along with a new team of servers. Anyways, I wanted some Clam Chowder and they had a great deal with a salad and a Bowl of Chowder served in a Sourdough Bread Bowl and both were absolutely delicious. The salad was great, with candied walnuts and blue cheese crumbles and a nice balsamic vinaigrette dressing. The chowder was a nice creamy consistency and loaded with clams and chunks of potato. My kid had the cheese pizza and she said it was one of her favorites she has had. She will be talking about how good it was for years. I did try a piece and it was very good pizza, once again pleasantly surprised. My other kid had the tenders with fries which was the only thing that missed the mark. I felt they could have had more seasoning in the breading but overall the meal was good. My wife had the Fettucine Alfredo and once again she really enjoyed it. Very authentic sauce with a decent amount of flavor. I hope I get to make it back to Monterey just so I can try the chowder again and also fresh calamari right out of the ocean. We had a really nice meal at Louie Linguini's, and hope you give it a try also. Enjoy!!! read more

Louie Linguini's - Fettuccine Alfredo - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

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Food was delicious, beautiful outdoor seating! Our server was amazing as well :) Food came out at a decent amount of time. Plenty of indoor seating if you're chilly and do not enjoy outdoors. This gem is located in a perfect spot with all the shops, aquarium and stores. The only downfall is parking.. however you can find street parking or some paid lots around the area. read more

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B o m b. Com!!!! Everyone loved their dishes - everything was so good! Their hostess recommended their "jumper" alcoholic drink and omgggggg so so so yummy!!!! Everyone was very attentive and the view was beautiful! read more

Great food. Fast service. Great wait staff. Amazing views!! Recommend the crab and garlic fries but don't feed the birds! read more

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Service was poor, essentially non existent. Food was okay. There's a reason that this restaurant is empty compared to the others down the street. Overall, the best thing about this place is the view. Service: 1/5 popcorn shrimp: 2/5 fish & chips: 2/5 garlic fries: 2/5 fish tacos: 4/5 (actually pretty good) read more

Louie Linguini's - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

We were looking for a quick bite to take back to our room last night for dinner and pizza sounded good! This place was right across from The Clement Hotel and had pizza as an option, so we walked right over. We went up the stairs and when we walked in, we were immediately drawn to all the funny pictures of Louie lol! It was past 9pm, so the place wasn't busy at all. We ordered a "personal" combination pizza to go, but it was actually a decent sized pizza! It was really good and satisfying. Wish we would've had time to try their seafood because everything looked and smelled good. We had quick and good customer service! read more

PROS: - They are at a prime location overlooking the ocean. - The staff is very cordial and professional. - The food here is just... okay. CONS: - The food here is okay. Nothing to rave about, but still edible. - Parking is a pain in the @$$, as you're right smack in cannery row. - Pricey for mediocre food. FINAL THOUGHTS: - You're basically dining here for the "views" and not the quality of food. read more

GREAT FOOD! Loved the clam chowder. Kids love the pasta options. The service was great! Highly recommend.

3.5/5 stars. I stopped by Louie Linguini's takeout counter and was impressed with how fast and easy the service was. The clam chowder was pretty tasty and hit the spot. I'd definitely like to come back and try dining in next time. read more

Louie Linguini's - Clam Chowder Bread Bowl - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

Disappointing Service Despite a Great Location and Food The location of this restaurant at Monterey Cannery Row is fantastic, offering beautiful views, and the food itself was delicious, well-seasoned, and enjoyable. The waitstaff was attentive and professional, making the dining experience pleasant--until I had to interact with the hostess, Madelyn. From the moment I approached her, she was snappy and rude, which set a negative tone. When I brought this up to the manager, I was given an excuse that she was having a bad day, which felt dismissive. What made it even more confusing was that the restaurant wasn't busy--Later, when I approached her to ask about paying my check, she was surrounded by guest but still displayed unnecessary attitude. I addressed my concerns with the manager and requested that Madelyn be spoken to, as no guest should be treated this way. While the food and waitstaff were excellent, customer service from the front of house is just as important, and my experience here fell short in that regard. In comparison, my visit to Bubba Gump's the day before--despite being much busier--was significantly more welcoming and enjoyable. If choosing between the two I'd go to another place. More variety. A great location and good food don't fully make up for poor service. I hope management takes feedback seriously to improve the guest experience. read more

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The bartender, Pedro, is amazing. Any cocktail you ask for he makes to perfection. The ambiance is nice and chill as well. read more

Seated us quickly. Staff were super nice. Can't go wrong with their meals- fan favorites. Ambiance- Lots of seating, semi casual read more

Louie Linguini's - Eggplant Chicken Parmesan - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

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Good food, pushy service. Meh. Louie Linguini's seemed like the best pick for lunch since I wanted to avoid the typical hamburger & fries for my kid. Our party of 4 adults and 1 child was seated fairly quickly but unfortunately for us, we didn't get the scenic view everyone has been gushing over. Offerings here range from appetizers, soup [they only offer clam chowder], salads, sandwiches, pastas, pizza, & seafood. A pretty good selection that will ensure your entire party's happiness. Purchases: *MONTEREY BAY CALAMARI *SICILIAN SEAFOOD LINGUINI *LARGE CAESAR SALAD + BLACKENED SALMON [addtl $11] *CHICKEN FARFALLE *KIDS BURGER + AMERICAN CHEESE [addtl $1.50] *FOUNTAIN DRINKS x3 Food: Everything comes out on these huge plates but that only emphasizes the lowkey skimpy portions. With that being said, the calamari was great. These were cooked well, not over battered, and still had a nice soft chew to it. My 5yo went HAM!! As for her burger [which I was trying to avoid], was dry and just plain sad. She took maybe 4 tiny bites and that was me pushing her. Fries were good. The seafood linguine was great. The seafood was plentiful and although the spicy marinara was lacking heat, the flavors were on point. Chicken farfalle was okay- just bland. I absolutely utilized the salt shaker nestled in the corner of the table. Caesar salad was good and that blackened salmon was hefty. Definitely a good buy if you're into that kind of thing! Onto why LL wasn't a 5 star experience: 1) The staff seem bored, so bored they are dying to find something to do. In the middle of our appetizer, a young gentleman came over to ask if he could take our plate away. Dumbfounded, I had to pause for a minute before asking him to repeat what he said. Lmao. The appetizer plate in no way looked empty [granted, as mentioned above, the portion was a little shady], we were still in the middle of eating. 2) Our server, David S. simply wasn't nice. In no way was he mean but the way he communicated and his tone was just off putting. This made me want to have the least amount of interaction with him as possible. 3) The meal seemed rushed. I get that not everyone deals with a slooooooow & picky eater like myself but kids are kids. While everyone was being squished into one part of the restaurant, the staff could have easily used up the other untouched portion of the establishment. 3 stars. Not sure if I'd come back, there are plenty of other eateries located on the strip & they probably offer complimentary bread. Meh. read more

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Came here early, nice staff. Sat by the window. Waiter remember our orders workout writing it down. I had their signature dish, , cioppino and I had them removed the shell. It was delicious and the garlic toast hit the spot with the sauce. Pay the extra fee to have them remove the shell, it is worth it. Had the Alfredo with chicken and broccoli , super creamy. Order a kids meal for my niece , hot dog and fries . I like how her food came out first . Nice and hot . The staff were friendly and water was refilled without asking . read more

Louie Linguini's - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

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Beach and ocean views while being dog friendly? Sign us up! Located in the Cannery Row area of Monterey, Louie Linguini's has pretty tasty food and options for those who love the beach but maybe aren't into seafood. The area it's in is beautiful, mostly by virtue of being right off the ocean, but also by the open plaza located just outside of it. Parking may be a big struggle in this area so plan ahead for that. They were able to accommodate our large party as walkins which was awesome, that's also not to say it wasn't busy because it was, they just had ample seating. We were seated on the outside wrap around porch so we were able to see a bit of the ocean while we ate. The menu is pretty diverse with solid appetizers and food options. On top of accommodating our dog they also have a dog menu so your dog can grab a bite with you and everyone else, another big plus (to all our fellow dog owners at least). The service was great, they were very on top of everything from drinks, to ordering, to making sure our dog got water and a mat so it didn't splash everywhere. For food we ordered the garlic bread, chicken fettuccine alfredo, fish and chips, and a medley for our dog. All the food came out pretty quick and hot with decent portion sizes. Starting with the garlic bread, it was great. Crunchy, salty, cheesy; a hit. The fettuccine alfredo was rich and creamy, not overly cheesy or thick from the sauce. The chicken was also good, not overpowering and mixed in very well with the rest of the meal. The fish and chips were good, but not as good as expected. The breading and fish were very light, meaning it kept falling apart every time we went for a bite, although the fries it came with were very good, crispy and light. Lastly, the dog meal was a hit. It comes as chicken placed in a bowl with wild rice and carrots and our dog vacuumed it up in just a few minutes. We went in very hungry and came out full and happy with our meal and the view. The final verdict on Louie Linguini's is that it's a great restaurant. Very accessible and well located among other things to do. The ability to have a diverse menu in a cannery where seafood is the baseline makes it a fantastic option for those who don't like fish but still want to eat in the area. We would definitely be back if in the area. read more

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So I decided to give this place a try on my recent trip to Monterey with the family. The service was good , not too attentive but I don't mind since I'm there for the food. For the kids we order the kids pizza which was a pretty good size pizza, so maybe more for like two kids lol. We also ordered the cioppino,piccata Monterey rock cod and salmon entree. They all tasted good but I was disappointed on the cioppino. The cioppino being their signature dish , wasn't what I expected. For one the dish that came out didn't look like the picture they advertised on line. Two the plating made it look like a bisque and three the texture of the broth/soup was grainy. It didn't taste much like seafood. If the signature dish would have been presented more like their online menu picture and the broth/soup would have consisted more of a seafood flavor, I would have given this a place a 5. read more

My father and I walked into this restaurant looking for a spot to eat. We weren't even planning to dine here originally, but decided to give it a try. We checked in with a waitress and were seated. Not even a minute later, another Hispanic woman with black glasses hair slicked back stormed over and made a huge scene, loudly accusing us of just walking in and sitting down without checking in with anyone. She was rude, confrontational, and completely ignored the fact that their own staff had seated us. It was embarrassing and unnecessary--several other tables were staring. The whole experience left a bad taste before the food even arrived. When the food finally came, it was mediocre at best--nothing special, poorly seasoned, and definitely not worth the hassle. Service remained inconsistent and unfriendly throughout. Honestly, save yourself the aggravation and go somewhere else. There are plenty of better restaurants with welcoming staff and decent food. This place is not worth your time or money. read more

Kids chicken fingers, pepperoni pizza, cup clam chowder, crab Louie salad, piccata Monterey rock cod. Kids said, " chicken fingers were hot and fresh, fries were perfect, and pizza was very delicious and thin crust." Clam chowder is excellent, crab Louie salad was smaller than expected but tasted amazing just like the piccata cod. Service was respectful and speedy. The stories posted around the restaurant about Louie are pretty funny. And can't beat the ocean view! Ask to sit outside or next to a window! read more

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We hadn't been to Monterey in a while, and we chose Louie Linguini's, and we were glad we did, even among all the Cannery Row eating choices. Even on a Saturday night we were seated quickly and the service and attention by our server Matthew was flawless and very quick. We opted for a plate of fried calamari to start, and unlike some eateries we got both the tubes and the tentacles! -- others give you only the latter. We enjoyed our cocktails -- the Pomegranate Cosmo and the Louie's Island (with a little bit of everything). My companions enjoyed their Seafood Saute (with the shellfish), the Sicilian Seafood Linguini (with the spicy tomato sauce) and I thought my Blackened Rock Cod (with rice and capers) was terrific -- better than many versions in which the fish's seasoning lacks a little tang. This had it. The atmosphere seems to be a combination of an Italian-style Rat Pack vibe and the old-school Monterey fishing tradition. We loved it and are already planning our next visit. read more

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It was a last minute decision to come here, they had us seated very quickly and checked in on us frequently. The staff were very friendly and inviting. The menu has a very nice selection in my opinion. Drink menu was very good as well. Tonight, they said the bartender called off but they had some different staff make the drinks. When I complimented my drink, our waitress told us they actually did the measurements this time since they had to use the recipes. I really encourage even the bartender uses measurements every time because my Whiskey Smash was sooo good. without the measurements, it wouldn't have been so delicious. The food itself was ready within 15 minutes after ordering, they were so fast. My Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo was delicious and hot! They gave us a great experience and I will 100% be coming again. Thank you for a great experience! :) Edit: the prices were actually pretty reasonable too considering the location! read more

Louie Linguini's - Chicken Fettuccine Alfredo - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

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Louie's Linguini - 5 BIG BOOMS Let me tell you something about Louie's Linguini... this place didn't just feed us, it blessed us. I came in with the whole fam bam--Mom, Dad, cousins, aunties--we rolled in like a hungry Italian Fast & Furious crew, and Louie's did NOT disappoint. Every single one of us got a different pasta dish. It was like a pasta draft. Spaghetti? Boom. Fettuccine Alfredo? Boom. Penne alla vodka? Double boom. Even the kid who usually only eats fries got down with some pesto and said, "I think I understand life now." We almost cried. The vibes? Immaculate. You could propose here or declare war--it's that powerful. The staff was friendly, the bread was warm, and the cheese was flowing like a dairy waterfall straight from the heavens. I asked for extra parmesan and they came at me like Oprah--"You get cheese! You get cheese! Everybody gets cheese!" Final verdict: 5 BIG BOOMS. That's not just a rating, that's a lifestyle. If you're not eating at Louie's, you're not living--you're just boiling water. Run, don't walk. Mangia, baby. read more

Louie Linguini's - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California

I went on a day trip to Monterey with my family just wanting to get out and see the water and enjoy the views that Monterey has to offer. We didn't realize that a lot of restaurants are not child-friendly as they don't allow strollers, high chairs or booster seats (strollers can be parked near the restaurant but are not allowed in and I've seen places that have still refused guests with children) so at least Louie Linguini's does allow children and even has an elevator for strollers since it's upstairs. We got a seat right by the window so we had a great view. Our server was super friendly and checked in on us often. We got the - Sampler - came with calamari, shrimp and fried mozzarella. I'd say that the mozzarella was the star and it had a great cheese pull. - Fried artichokes - nicely fried - Clam chowder - I will say that we are a stickler for clam chowder so we are probably more picky than most. It tasted more-so of a thickener or potato forward rather than clams. I don't think our particular bowl had too many clams and also it's made with ham chunks and not bacon like we are used to. The service was great though, the food was probably more towards average. read more

I love coming to this restaurant when I'm in Monterey. The food & service is always excellent. The ambiance has the ocean view. The otters are always play outside. read more

Louie Linguini's - The Combo pizza & clam chowder - Seafood Near Me - Monterey, California