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Wanted a quick breakfast so swung by here. Service was quick! I would say there was less than a 10 minute wait between walking in and leaving with my 2 orders. I got a smoke salmon crepe and chocolate crepe. Both were great. If I'm ever in the area again, will definitely stop by. read more

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Olivia S.

7 days ago

Firstly the restaurant was so gorgeous and smelled amazing. The staff were incredibly friendly and knowledgeable when assisting us in our order. The coffee was FANTASTIC, not milky or burnt. The food was FANTASTIC. Paninis were nice and crisp outside. The salad that came with the panini was like a balsamic dressing and the tomatoes were so fresh. 10/10 I'm so glad we stopped by. read more

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Kayleb J.

8 days ago

Wonderful tiramisu latte great vibes wonderful customer service, great people working in this establishment especially this handsome worker named Craig. He very kind and hardworking and I can tell he put a lot of love in this tiramisu. read more

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Carson C.

2 days ago

This place is amazing! We stopped here on a food tour and came back for more the next day. They are family owned and the nicest people. Definitely recommend read more

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Matcha and tiramisu drinks were delicious, although honestly a tiramisu on the side would make more sense. The cake if not eating right away leaves floating food chunks in the coffee which was quite gross; honestly my fault for letting it sit too long, otherwise it was good. We got a crepe which was extremely disappointing and just threw it out. Inside is small with decent sitting and a patio. Service was friendly and there was little to no wait time in the afternoon. read more

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Lauryn D.

1 month ago

Visiting from out of town, and must say, has to be one of best GF crepes I've tasted. I love how it's a thicker crepe. Nothing special about service, but would go back for food. read more

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3 months ago

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Rosa K.

1 month ago

Had to give you a 5 stars review since the workers are a 10, tiramisu latte is good but just watching the workers make it tastes even better, because you can tell they make it with love!!! read more

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Nathen C.

1 month ago

Good service, quick line, unique drinks. A little bit pricey but worth it. Would come back! read more

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Raquel R.

12 days ago

Found this place on tiktok and was so excited to try. looks better than it taste. We did see the employees pull multiple shots from the same coffee grounds. The latte tasted more like brewed coffee. We also noticed they didn't measure for syrups lol. read more

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My sister and i stopped in here looking for a good crepe. Instead we had coffee and a bagel. Except that i had never seen such a ginormous bagel. It was packed full with healthy items. AND, IT WAS DELICIOUS!!! I highly recommend this place. read more

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Sanchit S.

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1 year ago

Recently visited this place while taking a stroll in Monterey on a beautiful summer morning. Follow @shahirasoee on Instagram as we explore such exquisite location & Recipe's This place has a variety of options in savory & sweet crepes & also pannini's & Bagels with range of sauces on side. Accompanied by some hot moroccan tea or a caffe latter ! read more

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Jennie A.

5 months ago

We went on a Saturday morning and it was pretty busy but we were able to find a table. They made the lattes super fast and the crepes took a little longer but everything is brought out to you. The latte was great it had a huge piece of tiramisu in it and the crepes were fresh, they also have a ton of sauces you can try with it. Would highly recommend! read more

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Corey J.

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7 months ago

Giving this place 5 stars based on the drinks we got. Family owned business! The crepes, sandwiches and other food items look lovely. Of course we tried the tiramisu latte. We also had the matcha latte, hot mocha, & caramel macchiato. They are super busy, yet, the service was great. Very small spot with outdoor seating. Tiramisu was all that! Matcha latte was a bit too sweet. Everything else was wonderful. read more

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Iyana

2 months ago

Great customer service, amazing tiramisu, everything was perfect. I initially saw the biscoff latte on TikTok and when I went to the counter the man told me that there was biscoff tiramisu!! My life has been changed since this information hit my ears, and the flavors hit my taste buds. I recommend everyone goes to Manasiri Crepes!!!!! And it's family owned. read more

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Nick B.

28 days ago

I stopped by yesterday. The young man working the register (Craig) was nice and friendly. He did a great job with Matcha latte and Turkish tea. However the person at the crepe station had Tahini Crêpe overcooked. It was visibly dark, crisp and overly oily. I also ordered lemon and sugar crepe. I was hoping to stay away from Nutella to keep things more natural. Well that crepe was overly sugary and had whip cream all over it. It made the crepe soggy and drenched with sugar. He totally ruined the concept of crepe. It is supposed to be a soft shell with balanced ingredients. Please also work on cleaning and upgrade the bathroom. read more

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Dina G.

5 months ago

My daughter try Dubai chocolate cup it was fantastic delicious to die for. The owner Abdullah really nice and welcoming. Really recommend read more

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Abdallah E.

Thank you so much!! Great to have you guys

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Been here many times, food is fire Service is excellent, ambiance is very chill. Hands down best crepe I've had and I've tried them all. The Monterey Special never disappoints, the Mango/Strawberry/White Chocolate - it was good (would have enjoyed it more without the white chocolate) and I'm happy I went out my comfort zone and tried something different. read more

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Abdallah E.

Thank you very much, Nicole, it was a pleasure having you at our shop!

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Prerna R.

6 months ago

From presentation to the delicious and absolutely home made tasting food, I loved this place in Monterey! The service was amazing and the ambiance was ideal because of their outdoor cute seating that can give you views of the city. read more

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Chefg G.

6 months ago

The Crepes are absolutely delicious! The Mgr Manaseli is awesome! Great place, good vibe-must try while in Monterey! Chefg read more

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Elizabeth S.

7 months ago

Amazing crepes! Excellent customer service as well! Will definitely be back next time we are in Monterrey! read more

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Marianna G.

4 months ago

Service super friendly and sweet , costal vibes that don't feel hectic not rush. but like home. Had to come back twice just to get another one before heading home read more

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Jack C.

7 months ago

I've had both the chocolate strawberry crepe and a turkey panini, both foods wether sweet or savory have been amazing. The staff is extremely friendly, inviting and helpful. I would highly recommend the spot for brunch in Monterey. read more

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Sam D.

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I was in town with some friends for a day, so I went back for more! Two years later, everything was still delicious, and the employees were still fantastic. We loved the ambiance, too! You gotta check this place out if you are visiting Monterey, CA. read more

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Abdallah E.

Always a pleasure thank you for your kind words

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Amy A.

5 months ago

Came here because I had heard about the Tiramisu latte, it was amazing and everything I hoped it would be. The food was delicious. It's open seating with options inside and they have a small patio area. We came on a weekday at 10am and it wasn't busy at all and service was super quick. read more

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Ibraheem N.

4 months ago

Food is impeccable, the staff are very friendly and the seating is cozy feeling. Do yourself a favor and stop by! I tried their Turkey Crepe, Zaatar Crepe and Nutella & Banana crepe, all were very delicious. Bonus points for great coffee too! read more

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Eliup B.

9 months ago

Finally tried it and was not disappointed it was a great flavor balance coffee was strong for the sweetness of the tiramisu deliciousvery friendly staff too read more

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This place gets pretty packed and has limited seating so good luck! They have many different styles of savory and sweet crepes. But if you're not interested they also have some delicious bagels and omelets. They serve FRESHLY SQUEEZED orange juice and amazing coffee! read more

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Julissa L.

2 months ago

We stopped by for the tiramisu coffee, and it was so good! The service was very friendly, and we'll definitely be back to try more!

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Bea C.

5 months ago

This was the surprise highlight of our trip! Authentic, perfection, delicious! Best coffee and crepes I've ever had!

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321 Alvarado St
Ste B
Monterey, CA 93940
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(831) 917-8293
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https://www.manasiriscrepe.com

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Hours

What time does Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches open?

Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches close?

Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches closes at 8:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and Sunday.Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches closes at 10:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.

Mon-Thu, Sun 8:00 AM - 8:00 PMFri-Sat 8:00 AM - 10:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches take credit cards?

Yes, Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches have catering options?

Yes, Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches does have catering options.

Does Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches serve alcohol?

No, Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches does not serve alcohol.

Indoor Amenities

Does Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches allow dogs?

Yes, Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches allows dogs.

Does Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches have TVs?

Yes, Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches have bike parking?

Yes, Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches has bike parking.

Does Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches have outdoor seating?

Yes, Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches has outdoor seating options.

Does Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches have parking?

Yes, Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches has parking options. Street Parking, Validated Parking

Other Amenities

Is Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches is wheelchair accessible.

Does Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches have free WiFi?

Yes, Manasiri’s Crepes & sandwiches has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Family owned and operated

History

Established in 2008.

Family owned and operated

Meet the Business Owner: Abdallah M.

Family owned creperie serving sweet and savory crepes, Paninis and Coffee

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Hi, I read that you have or had gluten-free crêpes. I don't see them on the menu. Do you still offer?

Yes, all crepes could be made GF

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A Veterans Discount provides a resource to ensure Veterans, a rare 7% of the population, the opportunity to participate in the American Dream their sacrifices have made possible. How much is this business' Veterans Discount?

We do give military/students/veterans 20% discount!

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Awesome spot for a breakfast or lunch! The crepes were so fresh and warm, the toppings were great…read more The sweet and savory crepes were both great. I got a make your own with onions, tomato's, and turkey. So good. The apple cinnamon dessert one was really good too. Food was out pretty quick. Glad I got to check it out!

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A few weekends ago we were on our way to the Monterey Bay Aquarium but we were unable to get a…read moretable because there was a long wait and we had hungry kids. We stayed in Monterey this weekend and were able to come again but at a different time with no wait time. We are really glad we came back to try it. It is so cute inside! Everyone who works there is so friendly, they seem to really enjoy working there. The food was really good, way better than the pictures. Very cute and would love to come back again when we are visiting to try something different. If you come and there is a long wait, there is a reason for it.

Croissant Breakfast Sandwich with sausage patties, fried egg, cheddar cheese and house made aioli.

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I haven't been going out to eat. Saving money for travel. But, got a bug to be at 12 turn. I…read moreexperience the best service here as a solo (not at night. Night manager won't give me a 4 top). Ordered food. But what I want to point out is the generous pour. This photo was taken after a few sips.

We ordered a pizza and a burger here, and unfortunately, both were very average. The pizza was…read morenothing special and, in our opinion, not worth the price. The burger was also very average, and the caramelized onions were overcooked. For around $25, the burger was definitely not worth it. What made our experience even more disappointing was the service. Our server was a tall, middle-aged woman, and unfortunately, she was not friendly or welcoming toward us at all. We did arrive later in the evening, but we checked the restaurant's hours before coming and placed our order while they were still open. We understand that it may have been close to the end of the night, but we still expected basic friendly service. There wasn't even a smile, and her attitude made us feel unwelcome. Also, the fork that was given to us was visibly dirty, as you can see in the photo. This was unpleasant and definitely something that should have been checked before being given to a customer. Overall, between the average food, the high prices, the unfriendly service, and the dirty utensil, our experience was disappointing.

Truffle fries

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Second time eating at Wave Street Cafe, and it definitely won't be our last!…read more Overall, the food was amazing. My husband wasn't a fan of the grilled chicken, but everyone else's meals were delicious. The potatoes were perfectly cooked, the eggs were great, and the thick-cut toast was fresh and so tasty. But the real star of the meal was the Cinnamon BUN Pancakes... WOW. They were absolutely delicious! Soft, flavorful, and honestly some of the best pancakes I've ever had. I couldn't get enough of them. The prices were also very reasonable, especially for being so close to the beach. Great food, great location, and a place we'll continue coming back to. Highly recommend! My picture does not do it justice

Expect up to an hour or more wait when you come here during weekends!…read more Patio is dog-friendly, and we loved seeing all kinds of cute doggos everywhere :) Food: 4/5 We got different kinds of benedicts: crab cake, bay shrimp and avocado, and toluca. Eggs were poached perfectly but didn't think bay shrimp and avocado went well with benedict concept. NY steak and eggs: This was tasty as well and it was wonderful how the steak was a perfect medium rare.

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This cold brew will hit you in the chin like a randy johnson fastball . Strongest i ever did have…read more It literally cured a hangover. Also , friendly, personable staff. Wish they had a few more food options . Will definitely be back !

the coffee is very expensive for a very small amount. i also found my drink to be very watery and…read morenot super flavorful (i got an iced mocha). the staff are super nice though if you're in Monterey there's definitely better coffee shops in the area.

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The ordering counter. Still nostalgic

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Jessica M.

17 years ago

I love the food and go all the time! The low star rating is NOT for the food or atmosphere strictly for the staff. I like to start with cons then move to pros so here goes.... The staff is young and culturally very different so their customer service skills are very lacking the man "In charge" is a bald creepy guy who only cares about his kind of people and they speak Arabic right over you head like your not even there which sucks but the food makes up for it all he is also the one who runs the booth on farmers market dont go there go inside!. I like what I like and won't let poor customer service stop me from getting what I enjoy. I must say I to experienced what Raul N did but from going so many times I have noticed that its that they serve their friends and kind first. They all sit around and stand around speaking Arabic which is fine if they were the only ones there but its not ok for them to do that when they are working. Especially the short guy with glasses and bald guy who sit outside visiting and almost act like your inconveniencing them to come in there sometimes unless your one of them. Pros... If you go late on weekends after a night of being out and are hungry you can grab a bite here and its fresh and light and filling. They have a large selection of sweet and savory crepes. The best is the king zakaria which is strawberries, bananas, and nutella ohhh so scrumptious! and for the savory I like to go and either the Mediterranean crepe and add turkey or just go and build my own. I live in Monterey and go there a minimum of 3-4 times a week. The coffee is great its Italian and brought in from Umbria. There is a guy that works there he is hot!!!! Ladies his name is Jason and he is a must see. He is the only one in there who speaks perfect English and is so polite and clean and takes time to wipe down the tables for you and if the silverware is dirty he wont give it to you he gets you another one. The others just let you point and get it yourself or drop it off and you have to go ask. The other two workers that are great are a tall skinny guy with glasses but he is very hard to understand but tries very hard and a girl her name is roseane and she is personable and efficient and just really sweet and treats everyone right she also makes the crepes and you can watch her make them sometimes. Sometimes when you go in its jammed pack which is good for the owners but if you get a chance to make in when they are slow you can sit there for hours and relax watching the street traffic and listening to the music. You can also look at the photos on the walls that are Monterey many years ago. The atmosphere is great! Definitely go try it I take everyone there that I know and they are all getting hooked. Me and my friends even head in after a night out and don't want junk food (pizza that will make you sicker then had you drank for 2days from around the corner). Thank you roseane, tall skinny guy with glasses (he helps me all the time), and Jason for such a great experience for me and giving us great food and a great atmosphere. Oh and my boyfriend feels the same way! I recommend it to EVERYONE!!!! Oh there is another Monterey Crepe Company don't waste your time its not even the same owners I don't think. Its is worth the extra 8 mins to go to the one downtown. The other one is dirty, small, and mostly DIRTY. They must be franchised because it's the same name but not the same quality so don't be mistaken Monterey Crepe Company on Alvarado is QUALITY FOOD and GREAT ATMOSPHERE! The one on wave street NOT the same. read more

Johnny K.

10 years ago

We came to Monterey for New Year's and over the last two days we have walked by this place and it looked very inviting from the street.. They prepare the Crepes right at the window so as you're walking by you see it.. Today we decided to go in and try it which in a sense is a miracle because in the last 13 years in our relationship she's never wanted to go get crepes so I was very excited about eating there... we walked in and placed our orders and sat at the little bar area. When I walked up my girlfriend was asking one of the girls behind the counter for a rag to wipe down the bar because it was filthy. The woman said no I'm cooking food rudely. I walked over and got into the conversation and the lady said to me I'm sorry I don't want to confuse my orders I can't do anything for you. There was three people working behind the counter but apparently none of them could help us. I got up to ask where some sugar was to the lady at the register because clearly the other two people didn't want to help us and when I asked her where the sugar and milk was she pointed over to a cart in the corner that had 4 bags of sugar at the bottom of this dirty tin that look like coffee have been poring over them a week ago.. I asked again at the lady at the register can I get some different sugar these are all dirty she gave me a super craft.. I asked her for a rag to wipe the counter down and she went back to reading people's order up. Now that I got my sugar and cream I took a sip of my coffee and it was horrible. The Crepes came and they were just Bland.. What really bothered me the most was the utensils... They were the smallest cheapest plastic forks and knives you could imagine. They bent when you barely put any pressure on them... I'm sure they have better utensils in jail.. How hard would it be to buy silverware and wash them as opposed to making people struggle to eat something with utensils that Bend so easily... if they had some sort of POS system where they could organize their orders I'm sure it would be more efficient there also and she wouldn't have to worry about confusing her orders when people ask her for a simple thing like a rag to wipe down there dirty counter... We ate half of the meal and left I barely drink three sips of my coffee... 29 bucks down the drain.. As we walked back to our room at the Portola Brittany crepes was right by your door and we saw all these happy people sitting at their tables with numbers on sticks so that they know what order they had and silverware like you would normally use I thought what a waste of time this place was... My suggestion to you is.. Customer Service Customer Service Customer Service.......ps they didn't even have syrup when I asked if they had some she said they ran out yesterday.. That might be possible but in America in 2017 pretty sure you could get syrup any day of the week..... in fact Walgreens is directly across the street a block away.. But there goes with my suggestion Customer Service Customer Service Customer Service read more

Jenn A.

17 years ago

This place was fantastic! I visited Monterey on vacation this past week and we stayed at the Portola Hotel which was wonderful and ate at the Monterey Crepe Company every morning and twice late night after the bar scene. I do agree that some of the staff is a little slow on detail and they are not always 100% aware of what's going on around them but its just because they are all young. One guy who is there all the time talks on his phone a lot his name is kalik and makes fresh crepes at the same time. They just need to worry about the customers first then their private conversations...there's nothing wrong with workers chit chatting just guys come on help us first! And greet and say goodbye. As for the food...I always had a fresh one even when we were there at 1am! The crepes were fantastic! Between me and my friends we had I think almost one of everything off the menu.. LOL Kidding not that much but we did sample lots of them. I would recommend this place to anyone! I'm not going to let some young kids workin behind a counter bug me I want what I want and the most important thing is the taste. On Sunday afternoon my girls and I sat there sippin coffee (From Italy) and watched this one guy spin out probably 60 crepes so cool to watch and see them make em and how delicate they have to be. I give this place 2-thumbs up!!! For sure go there and order the Prince Terik...That's my favorite. Love it! Remember go there of the food and ambiance and you will have a really nice time. Lots of Love From Jenny for NYC read more

Cara F.

17 years ago

I have to agree with the food is good. (Not having ham for religious purposes-hello this is America get over it) I must say though the food I love I go probably once a week minimum (Weekend Latenights=-) ) me and my friends. We go and grab a couple to go or sometimes eat there. I really enjoy the place its nice and clean I always see people I know there because lots of locals eat there . The guys working are funny and friendly the ones we always talk to are Sal and Husin and Jason there is another guy I have met working there but cant remember his name. They have all been really nice and funny especially since they are dealing with a bunch of drunk people!!!LOL the I LOVE the coffee its soooo tasty and the guy Jason knows tons about it. Only complaint is The day time staff I have had such poor service and have been uncomfortable with the people working during the day. Reading these reviews Im noticing its not just me its everyone. The people that work there that are clearly foreigners definitely need some training in customer service and to not let there friends just hang around taking up space from paying customers. So if you have had a bad experience during the day...give it another try at night and order the King Zakara or the Papa Jonny they are fabu!!!! And ask Jason to explain why its so good.... Also gotta love Sal he is so sweet and friendly!!!! read more

Matt K.

15 years ago

Delicious, gigantic crepes! I'm a big fan of this place. Great for a weekend brunch, or a late night, stumble-in, appetite pleaser. The flavor of the crepes is like nothing I've had before. I saw another review saying they don't taste like normal crepes, and that's what I think makes them good. Its not just a thin pancake with some crap stuffed in the middle. The batter is ever so slightly sweet, and the pancake is generously sized with all the goodness, sweet or savory, that you desire in the middle. They also make good coffee/espresso drinks. My only real complaint is that usually there is one or maybe two people working there and if they get a rush of customers, it can take quite awhile to get served. They do their best to serve everyone quickly though and I certainly cannot accuse them of being lazy. I just wish they'd hire some more help sometimes. The price is a bit high, but once you see the size of the crepes they make, the price is a little bit easier to swallow. After all, it is Monterey, right? They are a meal in and of themselves. Unfortunately, I've moved out of Monterey, but this is one place I will remember fondly. read more

John R.

17 years ago

Went there 2 weeks ago and it was really good the vibe the musice the people were totally cool I sat at the bar wateched crepes being spun out right infront of me and my friends visted with the people there and No one spoke anything but english so I guess I got the good shift. We sat there and ordered a total of about 6 crepes between the 3 of us in about an hour. Sooo Delicious. I suggests the Monterey one. They even have SP Arinchita which is so hard to find except at specialty stores--Big ups on that. I have to agree that the chick Roxane is a hottie!! The dude Jason is totally cool knows so much about this town and never stops askin if you need anything else... ha ha he is all over it makin sure your happy... and my buddie Islam (Also at ATT if you need phone service hes your man) we sat and ate and had a great time J never ignored us neither did my girl Roxy or Islam... They are totally awesome. For sure even if you had a bad expeierence givem another chance you just had a bad one really they are bomb. The best ones are the plain Nuttella and the Pappa Jonny!!! read more

james l.

17 years ago

Bomb this place is great I go there every weekend night when we all go out I love the food!!!! Me and my buddies hit this joint up at least 3 times a week and the place is awesome. I love the dude that works there he is totally cool and knows so much stuff about this town. I love it!!! Order coffee and a sweet Crepe they are THE BOMB!!! Jason and Islam are totally cool and can bust out crepes and coffeess like 100 miles an hour when its packed and 12 at night... The middle eastern prople who work there suck but its only cuz they speak their language and care more about their frineds then anyone else but just ignore it. Also there is a hottie named Roxann that works during the day and is so sweet and polite. Can you tell I practacally live there I know eveyrones name ha ha ha. Did I mention the food is BOMB! the best Crepe is the King Zackaira... Trust me folks!!!!! Best of luck guys you rock!!! See you this weekend. read more

Joe H.

3 years ago

Manasiri Crepes in Monterey has become more than just a place to grab a bite; it's a slice of home in the heart of the city. What really makes this spot stand out is the family that runs it--they're the epitome of warmth and generosity. Honestly, they're some of the nicest and sweetest people you'll ever meet. Every visit turns into a memorable experience, not just because of the delicious food, but because of the genuine conversations and connections. Sitting at the counter, enjoying one of their savory crepes, you get more than a meal--you get to be part of their family, even if just for a moment. Their commitment to creating a welcoming atmosphere and serving amazing food has made Manasiri Crepes my go-to spot. It's not just about eating; it's about the joy of being in a place where you're treated with such care and kindness. read more

Heather C.

17 years ago

I get the King Zakiria and add Caramel and sometimes kiwi its soooo delicious!!! The food and coffee are great its a great place to grab a bite with a friend and sit relax talk and enjoy. I always meet up with friends here wheather its 1 in the afternoon or 1 a night. The crepe batter is made daily if not twice a day and they make ALL the crepes by hand in the window. they used ready made ones when they are busy but they are still onyl made an hour or so earlier they don't come out of a package like some other review insinuate. I know because I asked and have seen them preping the batter in the mixer before. Love this place highly reccomend it to anyone!!! read more

Stacy W.

17 years ago

I have been all over the world and America and these Crepes measure right up to the ones on the Champs Elyees in Paris! The café has the old world feeling for historic Monterey. It is comfortable and relaxing. They have wi-fi, large great selection of coffees and teas, a personable staff and a huge menu with great food. I go there about once a week for lunch with my boyfriend and just about every morning on my way to my office for a coffee. They have imported coffee from Umbria in Italy! It is on the main street and is all windows so it's a great place to sit relax enjoy imported coffee and a panini or crepe. The best is the King Zakaria!!! read more

Jack B.

6 years ago

When me and my kids went to go get my wife's favorite food "crepes" for her bday they were cold, they're was nothing really in them, and they were cold. My wife was still trying to be happy and not complain because of the nice thing my children and I did for her this Birthday but unfortunately the crepes weren't the best. Later on my wife said she's had better crepes than that but she didn't want to complain about anything on her Bday! So maybe if your ready for a not very good crepe for here but still go here if you like it, don't just stop coming here because of a review. read more

Steph H.

17 years ago

First time there was today I loved it. My co-workers took me here for my birthday today :-) Happy Birthday to MEEE. One of them goes there all the time so they took me there as a supprise and I got the House Special and the Pappa Jonnie SOOOOOO Delicious!!!!! Go go go go and get a sweet Crepe they were fantastic. Oh and they most certainly are not pre-made like from out of a box they are made in the window and then set aside for when they are busy but they are made fresh on and off all day we saw them. YUMMY YUMMY YUM read more

Emma G.

15 years ago

The crepes are great!!! They are fresh and the fillings a fresh as well nothing like a good crepe on a sunny afternoon the savory crepes are my fav. The service is ok but the guys that are too buy listening to their ipods while they make the crepes and speaking loud in other languages over you takes away from the experience completely you feel like your intruding into their loud abrasive Arabic living room. If you see a girl or American working your alright! They have a very nice selection of teas and free wifi as well. read more

Nick S.

1 year ago

I rarely leave bad reviews, but my experience here was incredibly disappointing. The crepes were average at best, but what really ruined the visit was the attitude of the owners. They were rude, dismissive, and made the whole atmosphere uncomfortable. When I asked a simple question about the menu, I was met with eye-rolls and sarcasm. Definitely not a place I'd return to or recommend. Customer service matters--and this place just doesn't have it. read more

chris j.

17 years ago

I went here for breakfast every morning when I was in monterey it was great! They even are open till 3am and me and my girl and some friends went there after the bars on our way to our hotel it is bomb! The service was good and we loved the food. They also have a great selection of drinks from coke to limonata. For sure it is a place to reccomand and go again and again! read more

Mike H.

5 years ago

Great Service, it was especially pleasing to watch the cook dangle his shlong while making my order. A little extra excitement, if you might say. The cook was also dashingly handsome and sexy. Made me hard the entire time I was eating. His ding dong also slapped me while he was cleaning up my plate. This was the cherry on top, I absolutely loved the place. read more

Jacob K.

5 years ago

Manasiri's Crepe Cafe is the best cafe on Alvarado Street. It is friendly and the new owners are very sweet. It is clean, has wifi and big windows giving lots of light and a great environment for students to study. The food is great and their always very quick. They even have baklava, Moroccan Tea, and Turkish coffee. Highly recommend coming by. read more

RB T.

11 years ago

The crepe we had was good, but ask the cook to wash his/her hands before cooking. They'll take your order, handle cash, then prepare your crepe, using no gloves, without washing their hands first. The cook touches all ingredients. When you're a germ freak, it turns your stomach upside down. Agree the Monterey Crepe is tasty. read more

Hend S.

2 years ago

Amazing place with nice vibes and ambience, friendly staff. Mariam was so welcoming and met us with a genuine smile. We had to stop shortly for their Arabic coffee but can't wait to come back for their crepes with Nutella and paninis!! Another must go spot to Monterey! We had a very pleasant experience and enjoyed the music !! read more

Bruce S.

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5 years ago

Is it too much to get a glass of water with food? Evidently it is at Montery Crepe that will only provide bottled water with their crepes. Despite having a faucet and having paper cups for coffee they refused to provide us with tap water. It is the only restaurant in the Monterey Bay area where we have been refused tap water. read more

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3.4

(234 reviews)

Parking is a bit tough here as it's located so close to the aquarium, but there is street parking…read more It's very clean inside with cute little French decor inside and some small table outside. Restrooms were very clean. We ordered at the counter and the lady working was nice. I ordered a savory turkey crepe and a Nutella banana crepe to go and they were both very good! As a huge crepe lover I would def go back to try more!

Pretty good cafe! Needed a little pick me up before we continue walking around, exploring Cannery…read moreRow. We ordered: iced vanilla latte, iced nutella latte, and iced caramel latte. I got the iced vanilla latte and thought it was pretty good. Tasted like any other vanilla latte. Service was fine.

Studio Cafe

4.3

(119 reviews)

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Decided to try this place for lunch since they recently expanded their food options. I had the Lox…read moreBagel accompanied by a white needle tea. The bagel was a toasted everything bagel topped with cream cheese, lox salmon, pickled red onions, green onion, and dill. It was crispy, creamy, and oh so tasty. It made for a perfect lighter lunch option. The white needle tea was refreshing and went well with the salmon. They have many specialized, high quality tea options. This cafe is part of Wave Street Studio, which is also a venue that hosts a variety of events. The outdoor seating space is very pleasant, surrounded by plants with background music playing, a bubbling fountain, and offering some games like chess or mini billiards. The employees are very professional accommodating. I thoroughly enjoyed my time here.

Waffle was nice and crispy, with lots of fruit. Made fresh to order! The gentleman who made my…read morewaffle I would have guessed was the manager/ owner, obviously seasoned knew peoples names..but Coffee was a let down but I don't think it was this places norm the worker told me if was his second day. So ‍ If I was a local I would go back and try again

Carmel Bakery at Portola Hotel

3.9

(39 reviews)

I come here at least once a weekend, or every other weekend. My 2 year old loves their croissants…read moreand their pretzels, the muffins are good and actually their shortbread cookie is amazing. I usually experience the same barista (baristo?) on weekend mornings, not sure of his name but he is incredibly friendly and really nails customer service. Today, I had an experience with another barista and I was a bit disappointed. First, there was no "how are you," or any pleasantries, just taking the order which yes, is the job, but it's the bare minimum. When she told me the total, I was getting my daughter something and then had to get my phone from my pocket, and the woman just stared at me and tapped the machine, as if I didn't know where or how to pay? I just thought this was very rude. I will admit that I am more sensitive in customer service situations, probably because I used to be in customer service - but I felt that this needed to be shared. I look forward to coming in here with my daughter and I know the experience will always be great (except for today) - and that actually was pretty disappointing. Again, no complaints about the food and I always like my drink, but this was disappointing this morning.

A lot of patrons in line ordered the pastries here. However, what drew me here was not only the…read moreconvenience of being located near our hotel but was also for the pretzels. I am bit of a pretzel addict. It was 10am in the morning, who would order a pretzel? They weren't even laid out yet as they were cooling fresh from the oven. The everything pretzel and the salted pretzel were chosen. I would say... these aren't the traditional German pretzels but they are really good for soft fresh pretzels! I preferred the salted pretzel over the everything. The everything pretzel has a lot of seasonings on top so I can see why it isn't cooked crispy compared to the salted one-- as the topping would burn. Overall the pretzels were good and come in a large hefty size. This bakery seems to be the second location of the original Carmel bakery.

Six Over

4.1

(65 reviews)