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$25.75 Petra Combination Platter was: very good. I enjoyed it at least but I'm no Greek restaurant connoisseur. The dolmas didn't feel like a pointless food for the very 1st time, which is something. A bit pricey but then this is in Pacific Grove. read more

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We had a nice dinner at Petra restaurant. They don't have a lot but there was parking on the street out front. The service was pretty fast. All of the entrees come with a Greek salad and freshly made pita, that was steaming hot when served. I got the mixed vegetarian plate that had some eggplant dip, hummus, falafel, tabbouleh, and dolmas. The dolmas were really good. Everything else was pretty good. I think I'm kind of spoiled because there are so many great middle-Eastern and Greek places in San Jose, and this place was pretty good but I can get better around where I live! This place is nicely decorated and the service was good. read more

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Rose B.

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The best Greek food in the peninsula. The house sale dressing is the best.. Gyros are really good..

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Christine Y.

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Petra Mediterranean was a wonderful find in Pacific Grove! The baba was absolutely top notch, and the chicken shish kebab platter was heavenly. The restaurant has a cute, relaxing vibe, and the service was excellent from start to finish. I'll definitely be back! read more

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Sage B.

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Just great food. If they have more than two tables the wait staff can't handle it. Such horrific service.

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Katherine N.

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This restaurant is tucked in a corner in Pacific Grove, so unless you're looking you might not find it. I happened to be looking specifically for Mediterranean food and most the spots in the area are not great, so decided to give them a try. The interior is clean but a bit dated. Which doesn't matter at all to me, if the food is good. They have REAL chicken gyro. Not chunked, shredded or cubed but actual chicken gyro style slices. The pita bread they serve it on is soft and fresh and their taziki sauce is great. I recommend getting a salad on the side because they have the BEST Greek dressing ever! I get an extra one to put on my gyro lol Service was very good as well. Highly recommend trying them out. I was told that the Patra Cafe in Monterey doesn't have the same owner but it's the same food....never been to that one so not sure how they are. read more

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nolan a.

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There were the two most sweetest light men that helped me during my great meal today. The Euro sandwich was excellent

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Nicole R.

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This place was so amazing! If you have a gluten and dairy allergy they are more than happy to accommodate and help you. The place is quaint and quiet, it's a perfect location for just a relaxing dinner or lunch! The food was amazing read more

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A F.

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Wonderful. Delicious fresh food. Family owned and they care. Freshly made falafels, best in town. I've tried all the middle eastern places and I keep coming back here. Feels like home and tastes like food that Mom made. Locals favorite. read more

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Frances M.

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Dia del Amor, we spent Valentine's Day at this family-friendly restaurant with good food, wine, music and roses! We felt at home. Slow service. Parking out front. read more

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This place is fantastic. Hands down don't miss going here when in town if you like Mediterranean food. Service was great. Ambiance is super cute and authentic. We had Gyro pita and chicken pita. Both were delicious. I loved the seasoning on the meat. The dressing on the salad was great. This place needs to franchise! Chefs kiss! read more

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hay t.

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The whole restaurant was very clean and decorated with various ambiguously Mediterranean objects. Service was slow tonight. There was just one server, who was also doubling as greeter/host, for the entire restaurant tonight. He was pleasant and helpful when he was able to attend to us. However, he was rarely able to find time to check on us. The meats and dolma in the Petra Combination Platter were very dry. The rice was good. The tabouli was not very finely chopped like you might find in the Middle East and Mediterranean. The hummus had almost no tahina and was very garbanzo heavy. read more

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Les K.

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3 months ago

Used to be my go-to place when in Pacific Grove. I've probably been going here for 25 years or so, but this last time wasn't very appealing at all. My lunch was edible, but not great. My sister's falafel was over cooked, yet bland tasting and the sauce was also. My wife didn't enjoy her lunch either. Too bad, as they used to be extremely good. read more

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Tanya W.

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The food was good and reasonably priced. The decor was good, and the service was excellent.

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Candice C.

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This place was amazing! Even though the restaurant appears old and just like someone's house, it's very inviting and so cozy. The food was so good and tasted so fresh. The pita bread tasted homemade and was so soft. Our server was very kind and attentive. This place needs more business!! Ignore the modern and trendy places down the street and come here instead! read more

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Jennifer H.

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Great local restaurant if you're feeling like eating Mediterranean food. We got a beef plate, a chicken plate, and a side of fries. It comes with a side salad and pita. Food and service were great. We ordered 2 entrees for 3 people and it was just enough for us to be full. read more

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Judy B.

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8 months ago

GREAT FOOD!! Nice people. We always order to go and eat at our leisure. LOTS OF FOOD!!

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Brian M.

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Nice restaurant and setting in Pacific Grove. Casual. We had a couple of appetizers and they were pretty tasty. The service was good and friendly. My only complaint would be the pita, it was not fresh, homemade or warm and makes me wonder about some of the food that looks rather uniform and too neat ... how much of the food is homemade or not???? read more

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Georgeanne M.

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Food was so-so. Had them take my soup back because it was without flavor. When we asked for the rest of our sandwich (which was good) to be packed up to go, the waitress accidentally threw it away. BTW the fries are great. I asked for a refund since our food was thrown away and was told no by the manager they would make another one and that I have been complaining since I came in. Also, noticed no one was in there the entire time we were eating. Would not recommend this restaurant. read more

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Nick G.

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Awesome food. I ordered the gyro sandwich and was blown away. Great flavors. Fresh ingredients. Friendly staff

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Caren F.

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Came here with some colleagues and the food was good. My friend recommended the lamb kebabs. They weee a little over cooked for me, but I do like my meat med to rare. Though the seasoning was perfect. Their rice was delicious. I substituted fries for the veggies. The service was great. The you lady was very patient with our group of 9. Will def come here again! read more

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Mark M.

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This was our second time dining here. The food and service exceeded our expectations. Sam greeted and sat us. We had the dolma and kefta kabobs. The food was fabulous. We will be back. read more

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Paul K.

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Looking for a good casual place in Pacific Grove. After reviewing yelp reviews giving it a 4.2 and over 250 reviews we decided give this place a shot. I had actually ordered take away a few years ago during covid and wasn't impressed but yelp sucked me back in. Walking into the place it definitely needs a face-lift. I almost walked out thinking if they dont care about the decor what do they care about the food. We were greeted by a very nice server and decided to stay. The restaurant is not cozy as other reviews state, its just dated and mix matched furniture. The menu is decent and we ordered a Gyro plate and sandwich. It probably was on par with nick the greeks, franchise place but double the price. I want to support local but cant support local if they refuse to look inwards and see their restaurant needs to be updated and food needs to be more dynamic then a fast food franchise. read more

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Amir M.

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This restaurant has been a success for me , and my family , as well as many others who have been there since the beginning, this people have been great friends with us, and I appreciate them for their hospitality and service . You have to know your food to appreciate the food. read more

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Laura M.

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Absolutely love this place! The food is delicious, and the hospitality can't be beat. We look forward to many more lunches here

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Jason S.

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Good Greek food in a family environment. Reasonable prices and quite casual. Large menu with lots of options

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Camilla M.

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Love Petra. Great for lunch or dinner, eat in or take out. Gyro sandwich is really good.

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Jennifer R.

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This is a favorite in Pacific Grove!!! Love their friendly service , huge fresh Greek salad, side gyro meat, Dolmas. A fave with the family every time!!! read more

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Anita D.

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1 year ago

oh petra restaurant... where do i start? this was the most magnificent meal i've had in my entire life. it looks unassuming from the outside but TRUST you are about to have the most fire mediterranean food ever. everything tasted so fresh and delicious and the service was awesome! i ate so much i almost exploded but even then i wanted to eat more. i love you petra restaurant read more

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Amanda M.

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Had a delicious dinner with my family tonight. Service was great and the food was delicious. Will be back! read more

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Laura K.

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Great Mediterranean restaurant! Got the chicken shish-kebab platter and the gyro sandwich. Super fresh and tasty. Attentive waitstaff and clean restaurant read more

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M S.

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It was amazing and I love couscous so much. My friend had the gyro and she loved hers too. This place is such a hidden gem in PG and I love how it seems home-y. The inside is so pretty and like you're eating at a family house which I love. Overall it was well done and we will be back. The service was attentive which is the best to find (: read more

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Stanley M.

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If you love/Mediterranean food, this is the place you want go. Everything is home-cooked. Their falafel is the best I've ever had. Gyrosandwiches, chicken delight, baba ghanoush. You can't go wrong. Father and Son operation. Not to be missed when you're in Pacific Grove read more

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William M.

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Was visiting the area as we do a few times a year and we always try to find local, family owned restaurants to support. The downtown area where this place is seems like a passage thru time 20 years ago. Very cool area to window shop and just walk around. While my family was at a coffee joint I started wondering around. Walked in here and it feels like you're in a large home living room. They have a tiny bar area that seats 4 people. I sat, next to a woman who said she frequents this place almost daily. we had a great chat and she claimed the food was delicious and since I have food restrictions, she promised the family owned restaurant would cater to waterer they may be. As I sat there it was obvious brothers and sisters run this place. They would banter and each had their own distinct personality, including a grumpy one. LOL. I decided it was getting close to dinner time and text my family that I had found where we will be eating dinner. We sat at a table and ordered a large Hawaiian pizza, thin crust. Chicken kabobs, wife ordered fettuccini while daughter ordered a spaghetti plate. When the pizza was delivered, we realized we may have ordered more food than we could handle. The pizza was delicious and best part of the meal. Both wife and daughter loved their food and we also had some drinks that were properly made. The service was perfect. the only thing I wasn't a fan of were the chicken kabobs. Very salty and dry, but it's not uncommon for kabobs to be that way. I just wasn't a fan. At the end of dinner they brought out a scoop of ice cream with whipped cream that was a perfect palate cleanser. We loved it here, we felt the food was delicious and the price wasn't ridiculous. We will definitely return when we are in the area again. read more

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Tasty food and friendly service! We stopped by while looking for a lunch spot to eat in the area. There was ample street parking on a weekend around 3pm outside. The restaurant was empty although they seemed to be doing a lot of take out orders. The lamb was delicious -- highly recommend! read more

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Leanne D.

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While vacationing in the Monterey Bay Area we all felt like Greek food and found this place based on their Yelp reviews. We all wanted something light and ordered their gyro sandwich and the lamb Kendra kabob sandwich with a Greek side salad. Hit the spot ! The sandwiches are a good portion size with lots of meat and the salad was a perfect match to our dinner. They must be short staffed because service was a bit slow and our server seemed a bit stressed and unfriendly. I did not mark them down for this but thought I would mention it to let management/owner know the customers are feeling their frustration and it is affecting the quality of service and total dining experience. read more

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Vuyelwa W.

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GREEK FOOD:We ordered takeout a few weeks ago when we were in Monterey. They are the sister restaurant to the one downtown . I still prefer the downtown location on Alvarado street at the gentleman is amazing . Nonetheless we got a huge Greek salad, pita bread with baba ghanouj. Unfortunately it wasn't as good last time . We ordered chicken gyros and lamb. Both were delicious. They have a cute spot in Pacific Grove with off street parking . Come check them out! read more

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Jim L.

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The wonderful food here speaks for itself but if I had to speak for it I would say that it is excellent! Caring owners with great service in a sweet little location! read more

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Scott G.

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Service was friendly and attentive. Lamb shank melted in my mouth. Combination platter was excellent. Halva from the dessert menu was to die for! Great ambiance m, very intimate with relaxing music. read more

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477 Lighthouse Ave
Pacific Grove, CA 93950
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(831) 649-2530
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Hours

What time does Petra Restaurant open?

Petra Restaurant opens at 11:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday and Saturday.

What time does Petra Restaurant close?

Petra Restaurant closes at 7:30 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday.Petra Restaurant closes at 8:00 PM on Friday and Saturday.Petra Restaurant is closed on Sunday.

Mon-Thu 11:00 AM - 7:30 PMFri-Sat 11:00 AM - 8:00 PMSun Closed

Payment methods

Does Petra Restaurant take credit cards?

Yes, Petra Restaurant takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Petra Restaurant have catering options?

Yes, Petra Restaurant does have catering options.

Does Petra Restaurant serve alcohol?

Yes, Petra Restaurant serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Petra Restaurant allow dogs?

Yes, Petra Restaurant allows dogs.

Does Petra Restaurant have TVs?

No, Petra Restaurant does not have TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Petra Restaurant have bike parking?

Yes, Petra Restaurant has bike parking.

Does Petra Restaurant have outdoor seating?

No, Petra Restaurant does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Petra Restaurant have parking?

Yes, Petra Restaurant has parking options. Street Parking

Other Amenities

Is Petra Restaurant wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Petra Restaurant is wheelchair accessible.

Does Petra Restaurant have free WiFi?

No, Petra Restaurant does not have free WiFi.

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Specialties

Greek/Mediterranean and Middle Eastern cuisine in Pacific Grove

History

Established in 1984.

Petra Restaurant is family owned and operated. It is the oldest restaurant in Pacific Grove, California. Serving Fresh and hearty Mediterranean food for the past 28 years. Visit us today.

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International Cuisine

What was in this photo? It may be hard to tell as it was completely cleared in only a matter of…read moreminutes. We came in at 8:45, they close at 9. They still allowed us to order takeout. We got the Caesar salad with chicken and Chicken Bellagio. One word delicious. The customer service was amazing! William one of the workers was very kind and let us know what was in the area. Would absolutely come again.

I am so happy to recommend this excellent restaurant in beautiful Pacific Grove. If I lived there…read moreI'm sure I would be a regular patron! The cocktails are original and delicious, a lovely selection to choose from. The menu is truly international, so creative, and our choices were perfect! The chefs know their territories and present excellent regional food. There is so much on the menu that we want to enjoy, so we must return to Pacific Grove! The interior is beautifully appointed with careful attention paid to sound abatement. (Thank You!) The space is elegant, but warm and friendly. On top of everything I must add that the prices are affordable and the quality of the food and service is outstandingly high.

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Paprika Cafe

What a cute place! The falafel wrap was one of the BEST I ever had! So fresh and made with love…read more The SPICY LEMONADE was outstanding, we never had anything like it. A wonderful surprise and a joy for our tastebuds! Small and comfy area to sit. Very casual and awesome! One man show and made with love. THANK YOU!

What an amazing little hidden gem. This place is the real deal. Very authentic, and very…read morethoughtfully cooked. The man who made our food was making it to Order and he had been running this business for over 40 years! The service was excellent and it felt very personal. The food was absolutely delicious! Everyone in our party completely agree agreed that they loved everything they ate. There were two omnivores, one vegan, and one vegetarian. And the vegan baklava! What an incredibly unique and special treat to find baklava vegan! Absolutely delicious! I'm a huge fan of spanakopita, but I haven't been able to eat it for a long time because I'm the vegan in the group and when I said something about that out loud, he said he would make me a special vegan spanakopita! Right there! Made To Order! This man is amazing. Seating is very limited, so several of the people we saw that came behind us got their food to go. I think most people there need to expect there would be a little bit of a weight and that seating is very limited and it's outdoors. Although the outdoor seating does have covering. All the people in line, waiting for food seem to have no problem waiting for it because they knew it would be worth it. And honestly... Considering the line of people we saw behind us (10-11?) and the fact that there were three ahead of us... no one really had to wait very long at all! It was really impressive how much he could get done by himself. The next time you're in Monterey, California, you definitely need to check out Paprika. I only managed to get one photo of my plate of food because I was too distracted by deliciousness to remember to take photos of anyone else's food. And obviously, by the time I remembered to photograph the baklava.... Several pieces seem to be missing.

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Yafa

We visited in the evening, and the staff was incredibly friendly. They recommended a fantastic…read moreCalifornia wine for my friend's meat pasta, and it was a perfect pairing. We started with the hummus and artichoke appetizers, and they were absolutely incredible. For my entrée, I had the day's special, the sole, and it was outstanding. Everything was delicious, and the atmosphere was wonderful. I can't wait to come back and enjoy these dishes again!

My husband and I ordered the taziki and hummus to start, both were good but not beating the best…read morewe've ever had. We shared the Greek salad which was decent but nothing groundbreaking. I ordered the artichoke pasta for my entree, it was very flavorful, but a bit too salty and rich for my preferences. My husband had the gyro plate and definitely enjoyed it, but wasn't the best he's had so far. I would recommend making a reservation in advance, as we did not and had to wait about an hour. Service and staff was professional and accommodating. I will say we had a better experience at Damerta ( another Mediterranean restaurant ) down the street. We were more satisfied with the food and service and would choose them again next time in Carmel. Overall experience and food at Yafa 6.5-10

Homemade pasta with lamb/beef meatballs and the best light but rich sauce... it was truly amazing.

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4.6

(63 reviews)

3.9 mi

Favorite things recently? Texts from my exes, eating halal, and doing cardio.... Duh !!…read more But eating halal feels just as good as a text from an ex. I love the falafel gyro. Yum! Perfect amount of protein and sauce ratio. I love this mom & pop shop ! It's homey and i love Lebanonese food!

Food was great, price was right, workers were friendly, what more could you ask for? Quiet seating…read morearea, walking distance to DLI.

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Petra Cafe

The food is excellent! From the salad to the fries and everything in between it's fresh and full of…read moreflavor and if you have room the desserts are hard to stay away! You will not be disappointed!

Well today, May 5, their website says OPEN at 11am, it's…read morenow 11:21 and they're not open. That drives me crazy around here: web says one thing but in reality it's ain't the right thing.

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Dametra Cafe

Where do I even start...back in 2022 started my love adventure with Dametra and have gone back…read moreevery summer. The people, atmosphere, music, food and wine selection are AMAZING. The quality of the chicken, hummus, pita bread and vegetables have been outstanding and consistent! LOVE LOVE this place. I love it so much I crave it when I'm back home! You won't regret having dinner at Dametra!

This was our last stop while staying in Carmel, although I wish it hadn't been. Me and my husband…read moreLOVE Mediterranean food and have tried many different restaurants over the years, so we have a good idea of what we like and what we expect. We had tried Yafa (Michelin stared) a few days earlier and it didn't meet our expectations. Dametra was by far the winner in our minds and tastebuds and we thought deserved the Michelin star more. We shared the combination appetizer which was lovely, my favorites being the taziki dip and spanakopita (best I've ever had) The dolmas were also the best I've ever had by far! They were served warm and included tomato, which I hadn't had one's like that before. My husband had the gyro salad and really enjoyed it because it included so much meat. I had the Greek salad with falafel. The falafel is definitely the best I've ever had and is now my golden standard that all other falafel has to compete with. The serving sizes were generous and I left with leftovers to take home. The service was good and they gave us free baklava before we left. I'm looking forward to eating here again next time we're in Carmel. Also, it was much quicker to dine here than yafa, we were able to walk in and be seated quickly.

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Dametra Fresh Mediterranean

My first time ever going here and let me tell you, I was NOT disappointed! I walked in and was…read moreimmediately greeted with friendly smiles! The smell of the food was incredible! The server, Alice, helped me navigate what I wanted to order and she was SUPER DUPER!! JUST beyond awesome!! The food was soooooo amazing and fresh. Wonderful portions as well. I will definitely go back again and again and again...NOTE: this is the Marina location!

Service is quick which is nice... food is average tasting, with little Flavor. They've increased…read moretheir pricing and lowered the quality. $18 for a salad... not worth it. Last time coming here. For fast food, its convenient but not worth the price

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International Market & Deli

Happened upon this little place and was very impressed with their selection of halal and…read moreresponsibly sourced items. I walked out with many goodies Will definitely come back whenever I'm in the area.

Came here, hungry looking for Middle Eastern food and this place is pretty much a Middle Eastern…read moregrocery store... I did not see any menu for gyros or any other dishes. Not too impressed really. Quality of service: C Quality of food: not applicable

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Lighthouse Bistro

4.7

(129 reviews)

0.9 mi

Hello Everyone…read more Please visit Lighthouse Bistro, the owner is super friendly and attentive to his customers. I completely forgot to take photos of our plates but it was suuuuuper good I got the chicken Alfredo and my husband got the Grilled Salmon and we were happy. I was told by the owner he has been there for two years, please continue to support Lighthouse Bistro. When I come back to visit Montrey Bay I will stop by again and visit but this time i want ro try the tofu curry.

This restaurant has an interesting mix of Middle Eastern and Italian food, topped off with some…read moreAmerican options.The outdoor seating was convenient. It wasn't busy during our visit. I ordered the chicken shawarma, which was fine. One of my aunts had the chicken Alfredo, and another relative ordered the fish and chips. Personally, I didn't care for the french fries served with my meal, and I found it odd to see fries paired with chicken shawarma. It looked like they might offer a different menu for dinner. Ultimately, it was just an average experience, and I don't think I would eat here again. I'd try to find a place that offers dishes focused on middle eastern cuisine alone.

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My family and I would definitely recommend this restaurant. We came to Pacific Grove with our dog…read morefor the second time and we had to eat outside. The owner gave me a blanket and turned on the outdoor heater and made us feel welcome. We weren't very hungry to start, but we ordered the escargot appetizer, the Sea-bass special which included soup or salad and we had the Caesar salad with that. My husband and I had wine and we enjoyed the red blend Behringer and the Pinot from Monterey. Our Apple galette is coming right now and we know it's good because we had it last time. So remember, dog, friendly, and great customer service!

I've heard nothing but good reviews from Taste. I've waited to long to try it. Very beautiful…read moredesign inside. The owner is the host, and server. Very nice person. Food was amazing and halal. Will be definitely returning.

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Vivolo's Chowder House

still my favorite clam chowder spot! got the same as last time and a 1/2 order of the garlic bread…read more Service was friendly and the staff were nice. one comment, I think they could benefit from a second restroom b/c I waited a good 15-20 minutes till I got inside and who knows how long it was occupied before I got there.

When in a small coastal town, clam chowder is a must…read more Vivolo's popped up on the Yelp app and we headed straight there. The vibe in here is cozy and the the staff was super helpful when it came to ordering. My wife and each ordered a cup of clam chowder, fried calamari for the table and I ordered the Cajun salad and with chicken. Real talk, the salad was better than the chowder, but that doesn't mean the chowder was bad, the salad just had more flavor. The chowder needed needed some salt and a touch of heat. I added hot sauce and that did help with the flavor. My wife felt the same way about the chowder, it was a little bland. The calamari was delicious, my kids absolutely loved it. The salad is basically a huge chef salad is loaded with flavor bombs like peppercinis, spicy chicken, greens, avocado, blue cheese, bacon, hard boiled eggs, and garlic bread. I swapped out the blue cheese for feta and it was sooo good! They also have a great selection of wines and local beers. Kind of bummer their chowder was a little mid, but I'd come back just for that salad.

If it's called a chowder house, they should have much better clam chowder!

Garlic and cheese bread

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Passionfish

Locally sourced ingredients

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

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

Rainbow Trout/basil stuffed/red wine braised vegetables

Carmel Valley honeyed Fuyu Persimmons/candied pecans and walnuts/Hachya Persimmon frozen yogurt

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Straus organic mint & espresso /mud pie/chocolate sauce

Beach House Restaurant + Bar @ Lovers Point

First time eating here and all 4 were f us really enjoyed our meals. I ordered the ranch steak…read moresubstituted fries with mashed potatoes. All 4 of us voted my plate was the best. We would definitely come back. Also, I highly recommend trying the fire cracker shrimp appetizer. Nice view! My only suggestion is the waitress could have been more attentive but it was pretty busy so I wouldn't mark the rating down for that. She was nice and smiled just could be a little more attentive is all.

We went here because it was convenient, right next to the beach and Stillwell Pool…read more They have a kids menu with a bunch of options. My daughter had the marinara pasta with Parmesan and she loved it, finished every bite. It's a good portion too, and it was only $9! In fact, she liked it so much we had to come back our second night so she could have it again. To me, the highlight was the warm bread. It's served with softened butter, and coming in from the chilly outdoors to it was heavenly. I also had their Beach House salad--the candied pecans and the tangy sweet vinaigrette were very good. The second night I tried their Filet Mignon Beef Stroganoff, and it was way too rich for me. I barely ate many and it unsettled my stomach. Should have just stuck with the salad again! Service inconsistent. First night our server was an older woman with a ponytail, didn't see her name. She was super unfriendly. Felt like we were inconveniencing her every time I asked her something. Second night our server was a Latino man, and he was fantastic. So friendly and helpful.

Fire & Ice Wedge: wedge of iceberg lettuce, applewood smoked bacon, grape tomatoes, bleu cheese dressing, FireCracker shrimp

Filet Mignon Beef Stroganoff

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Roasted Airline Chicken Breast

Winston’s Brunch Place

Decided to try a different breakfast spot than our usual place and I am glad we did. From the…read moremoment we arrived we were greeted and welcomed. We had the option of indoor or outdoor dining. Based on previous yelp photos I decided to try the Cappuccino and I am glad I did. Made with LavAzza coffee I felt like I was in Italy again. My husband and I decided to share the combo plate. Scrambled eggs, potatoes, chicken sausage and a homemade biscuit. The salsa that it comes with is amazing so don't skip it. The portion was large and plenty for two people. The food was fresh, and flavorful. While the food was great, I think what makes this an amazing spot is the team. Each person was attentive, very friendly and made sure everyone had what they needed. I think we discovered a new spot and plan to be back. Oh and I love that they have a sign out front about providing a sandwich even if you can't afford one.

I heard lots of good things about this place and was looking forward to trying it but It was really…read moreunderwhelming. All our food had issues. The lemon ricotta pancakes were as hard a cardboard and very difficult to cut through, what a work out, although they were tasty. I had the biscuits and gravy my friend had the eggs Benedict. The Canadian bacon was so thin like deli meat and it was fried hard. The biscuits in both of our dishes were dry and hard. The potatoes on each dish were only cooked half way so kind of raw and not crispy at all. They're really stingy with their sauces here and if you want extra there's an extra charge for each sauce. Each dish could have used more sauce. They do serve fresh squeezed orange juice but it was served Luke warm I had to ask for a glass of ice. The service was ok, theyre very busy in there, no time for any interaction. When she checked on us she didn't ask how our meals were, they were pretty bad. It's very small inside, they have a few tables outside. Limited parking. Doubt we'll be back.

Bright and clean

Eggs, Eggs Benedict

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Smoked Salmon Benedict

Mezzaluna Pasteria & Mozzarella Bar

We are regular customers and it lived up to all our expectations, as usual. Great food, service and…read morea very friendly and fun ambiance.

So glad we got to try it out, last time we were here we didn't have a reservation and we didn't get…read morea seat, so we made sure not to make that mistake again. The spot is a cute little restaurant, parking can be hard but you can find some in the neighborhood behind the shop. We were seated right away, service was great and the food was fantastic. The starter bread was really good, super soft and fresh. We got a Caesar salad, mozzarella with prosciutto app, and the Bolognese pasta. The mozzarella starter was amazing, so fresh and the arugula was light and flavorful. The star was the Bolognese, it was so fresh and amazing. That sauce was perfect. I will be dreaming of that for weeks. The chocolate flour less cake looked amazing but we were too full.. Next time!

Pappardelle con Bolognese di Maiale

Interior

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Linguini A.O.P.

Rudolfo's

BESTTTTT PASTA AND PIZZA IVE EVER HAD IN MY LIFE OMG! I genuinely don't leave yelp reviews but this…read morewas fire. I literally was going to cry it was so good. 10/10 recommend the spicy rigatoni and bee's knees pizza!! actually so good

I read several reviews before we ate at Rudolfo's and what others said about the Caesar salad was…read moretrue. It was excellent --one of the best Caesar salad salads I've had. The pizza was delicious too. We went with the build your own pizza with the red sauce and enjoyed it very much. The desserts looked awesome but we were too full to try one this time. We sat outside and were not cold because we wore our jackets. The staff was very friendly and helpful with the few questions we had.

Best Lasagna EVERRRRR. Your Welcome!!

Inside eating area

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Jo N.

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12 years ago

I love this affordable little restaurant. It is cozy and well appointed. The staff is very welcoming and courteous. They've been here on the Monterey Peninsula for many years and it is owned by a family that treats you like a VIP every time you dine here. Petras was often frequented many years ago by a young Jordanian military officer who studied at NPS and went on to become the present day King of Jordan. My faves: - gyro sandwiches - falafel - Turkish coffee - chicken soup - pita bread and hummus - spanakopita - tabouli - greek salad ( oh so good) Parking available along both sides of the street. Don't leave without having some baklava! read more

Barb K.

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12 years ago

This is about as good as it gets in old downtown PG, with excellent tasty Mediterrean dishes served in a fun atmosphere by friendly and competent folks. It has all of the normal eastern Mediterrean options, lamb, chicken and beef in numerous variations, shish kebabs, falafels, gyros, etc. We have been there several times for lunch recently, and found that the dishes were uniformly well prepared, nicely spiced and flavored, and well presented. Now if they would just get rid of the kitschy decorations, it would be an instant five star. read more

M F.

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16 years ago

Two words, chicken delight, utterly the best dish I have ever had at a Mediterranean restaurant. I have been eating at Petra Restaurant since it opened being a native of Pacific Grove and it is amazing. Best greek salad and dressing ever. Dametra in Carmel is good but not as authentic as Petra and just not the same. I would go to Petra every day if I could. read more

Rooroo R.

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9 years ago

Love this places. I met my spouse here and we make a point to visit whenever we are in town. Same owners for over 25 years. It's our go to place . The food is always fresh. We especially love their falafel and tabouli. The place is casual and reasonably priced for the area. They are closed on Sunday. read more

Erwin B.

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15 years ago

This is a true joy when eating at this restaurant. The lamb is perfect each time we had dined here. Staff are extremely friendly and make the dining experience all the more worth wild. The ambience this restaurant offers is also quaint and warm. We enjoy this place very much. read more

Brad F.

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12 years ago

Petra is my favorite casual restaurant in town. Amazing greek food at great prices. If you go in I highly recommend the grape leaves and gyro sandwiches. My parents always get the lamb shank read more

Green T.

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14 years ago

Don't know what is all the high 4 and 5 stars for. I certainly had my share of middle eastern cuisine. I'm one of them. I think Petra is OK. But wouldn't say is 4 or 5 star. read more

Jma R.

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8 years ago

Beautiful restaurant! Atmosphere & service is perfect! Food & drinks is a Wonderful experience you don't forget! Overall my evening was Amazing read more

Heather V.

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15 years ago

This was my second visit to this restaurant, and I was just as impressed with the quality of my food as I was the first time I visited!

Coty D.

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11 years ago

Super nice staff, and delicious Gyros! Very convent that they have a to go order window. Also love the Greek salad. read more

Rami G.

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8 years ago

Delicious food. Best restaurant in town. Fresh food. The original Mediterranean restaurant in Pacific Grove.

Ash L.

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7 years ago

Delicious food, friendly service, clean restaurant. Will definitely be back whenever we are in the area.

Arthur M.

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8 years ago

Great family restaurant . Sam is the best cook . Love to eat every week . Great great atmosphere .

Leo T.

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10 years ago

The food at Petra is just delicious. Don't leave Pacific Grove without eating here at least once.

Justin P.

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4 years ago

Went for lunch and the musaka was the best I've ever had, same for the baklava. Good service too

Heather C.

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16 years ago

Amazingly Delicious I eat there and get it to go ALL the time!!!! Wonderful food and service!!!!

Alvarez Y.

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2 years ago

The food is amazing, the service excellent and professional, the atmosphere is the best.

Carl B H.

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16 years ago

very good greek food...service was good...i will try it out again when I come back to PG

Maddy T.

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2 years ago

Clean restaurant and amazing food. Service was very quick and friendly. Highly recommend

Jennifer C.

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13 years ago

This is possibly the best restaurant on the Peninsula. A local favorite and delicious.

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