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    Red House Cafe

    4.3 (2.2k reviews)
    Closed 8:00 am - 2:30 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    Moderate noise
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    The country breakfast with ham and sourdough toast :)
    Jessica M.

    Absolutely loved this place! We got there right at opening time, we were welcomed in We got the country breakfast with ham and sourdough absolutely loved it. Super yummy. We also ordered some bacon, baguette, and avocado to go and it was super delish. The place was very cute and country inspired and very cozy. They had the fire place and we got to sit right next to it. All the staff was super kind and helpful and just overall hospital! Would definitely come again!!

    Portobello Mushroom Sandwich
    Tina A.

    The Red House Cafe is the perfect spot to grab a quick bite while in Pacific Grove. It is a small house that is quaintly decorated & yet somehow manages to seat quite a crowd! The Portobello Mushroom sandwich is delicious! It is hard to beat a grilled portobello mushroom on soft ciabatta bread, topped with tangy goat cheese, fresh basil, sweet caramelized onions & reduced balsamic glaze! My husband always orders the Pork Tenderloin Sandwich which comes with a very generous serving of pork slices. The flavors of the pork, the caramelized sweet onions, roasted red peppers & sage aioli just meld so well together. Can't wait to try some of their other dishes!

    Jonathan C.

    Visiting the area for the first time was definitely a great time! Great vibes at this restaurant. Great food. Great service. Our waitress was super friendly and helpful with our needs and suggestions. Definitely a great place for brunch and a close walk to the beach too!

    Chorizo scramble
    Erich L.

    Popular and busy restaurant, especially for breakfast. Staff are excellent and do a good job seating and serving in a busy place. I went when they had the breakfast menu and had the chorizo scramble and crab cakes Benedict. Everything was delicious and they are good at flavors here. Note that they charge 3 percent for credit card payments. I would like to go back and try the lunch and dinner menu.

    Smoked salmon on potato pancake
    David J.

    If you're a foodie who's visiting Pacific Grove, then this place is for you. I love it when I visit. Last few times I stick with my usual crave- smoked salmon over potato pancake with lemon and capers with a poached an egg. DELICIOUS.It's super fresh and vibrant. I keep telling myself to taste the other delicious food they have on their menu, but keep getting this. Really friendly staff. Last time I went I noticed a young staff member happily helping tourists fill their weekend with fun things to do. My waiter was great and friendly. They have inside and outside seating. I sat outside enjoying a hot cup of coffee on a sunny, cool, morning. Foodies visiting Pacific Grove, try this place out for breakfast. It's delicious and always on my agenda when I'm in town.

    Portabello Mushroom sandwich
    Dave S.

    Let me do a 11 year update. Friday noonish, not terrible busy about two thirds full. A quick check in and shown to our table. Through out our time there it seemed we were just another ticket with no interaction by both our waiter and the busboy...more matter of fact. I've had more interaction at most Denny's Not as relaxing as I remembered. Food was good but not rememberable or anything you would brag about. Is it a spot I would send a friend visiting the bay? It's not hard to make this a 50 dollar lunch for two. But is it? Last words...not that charming.

    Sarah S.

    Excellent food, service, and quaint ambiance! I hadn't been here before and my friends found it on Yelp so you know I was on board. We were sat right away and offered drinks, orders taken, and food came out quickly. I had the smoked salmon benedict, which is one of my go to's for breakfast. My friends both had the classic country breakfast. My only, and very minor compaint, is that my food came out a little cold. I was surprised because it did come out seemingly fast. Cold food is one of my pet peeves, but I didn't feel like sending it back. Even as a semi cold meal my food was very good! Even the oven roasted potatoes it came with were bomb. We were tended to consistently between the bussers and servers who all worked together. The service was very fast and friendly. I would definitely return and highly recommend this place for breakfast.

    Old Fashioned Cheeseburger
    Eleanor C.

    Such a delightful place to eat and such a warm environment! Sat outside due to having our pup with us and the server was kind and attentive in getting us heaters. Half the table got their burger and it was delicious. Calamari steak sandwich and soup are a must! Stop by if you're in the area for some yummy food.

    Front entry way
    Diane W.

    Had a great lunch today on our trip to Pacific Grove. They serve breakfast, lunch and dinner. We sat a a cute table for two by the window. I ordered the oven roasted chicken sandwich and my husband ordered the chorizo and eggs. We also got a bowl of fresh fruit with honeyed cream. Everything was delicious. My chicken sandwich was so good. The chorizo and eggs came with potatoes and they were excellent. The fruit bowl was nice and refreshing. For dessert we shared a piece of Olallieberry pie from Gizdich farms. That pie is amazing. If you ever have a chance to go to Gizdich Farms in person, in Watsonville, you should definitely try it. You can buy whole pies to take home. I really recommend trying the Red House Cafe if you're in the area.

    Cinnamon Brioche French toast and side of chicken sausage
    Lisa C.

    Based on Yelp reviews, just had to try this place on a recent trip to the area. A friend and I went for breakfast about mid-morning on a Sunday. Though there appeared to be a line outside, our party of two got in fairly quickly. Space is limited in this quaint restaurant, which appears to have been converted from a small cottage. Since space was pretty filled with tables, some might find the environment a little loud (so just be prepared for that). My friend was disappointed that they had run out of smoked salmon, as she had her heart set on the salmon eggs Benedict. Our waiter recommended the Huevos Rancheros, from the daily specials list---which she did ordered and added their chicken sausage to. Our waiter was very attentive and helpful. I had to try their French toast (made with a brioche bread), which is a breakfast fave of mine. Our drink orders (which included mimosas) came promptly, with food also coming timely. They did offer a half order of French toast, which is what I ordered. It was very delicious and perfectly cooked....my only complaint was that it came lukewarm. The side of chicken sausage was just okay. My friend thought the Huevos Rancheros was very good; it was generously portioned and she liked it enough to take home her leftovers. All in all, this place is definitely worth checking out. Maybe try to go earlier than 10 for breakfast, to ensure they don't run out of certain items.

    Country breakfast
    Michelle K.

    We were looking for a brunch spot and Red House Cafe is the place to go! Got here around 11am on Saturday with no wit and sat outside on the patio. What we ordered - country breakfast with sunny side up eggs with bacon & country ham - pancakes This was such a delicious breakfast. I'm normally not a fan of breakfast potatoes but these were nicely seasoned, flavorful and crispy. The pancakes were super fluffy too. We really enjoyed the food!

    Portobello Mushroom Sandwich
    Julie S.

    This place is a cute spot on the main street in Pacific Grove. They have a nice wrap-around balcony. When we got there around noon on a Saturday, they didn't have seating inside, but there was some available outside. I felt like everything was just fine, nothing really outstanding. My frittata was kind of bland. It did come with a salsa that I could put on top, but that salsa was just spicy and not really any flavor other than spicy. I liked everything, but I expected it to be more exciting seeing the crowds. My mom got the portabello mushroom sandwich, which was huge and pretty tasty, though it says on the menu that all sandwiches are served with an orzo salad, which this wasn't. I guess you could pay to get fries or something in addition if you want a side. The sandwich was served on gigantic bread. I felt like the service was nice, but a little average. They had a lot of staff who walked by our table a lot, but it was a little hard to get our bill at the end. Not like I wouldn't go back or anything, but I'd try something different. The burger someone ordered looked pretty good!

    Smoked Salmon Benedict
    Michelle L.

    So happy to see that Red House Cafe survived the pandemic! I first ate here in 2019 and finally got to come back almost 6 years later. The major changes I noticed since last time were: 1. They added a bunch of outdoor seating out front! We didn't have to wait for a table this time which was great. 2. Their prices have increased pretty significantly over the past few years. The portions are smaller as well which is unfortunate, but understandable given the rising costs of everything. I ordered the Smoked Salmon Benedict (my favorite), Cinnamon Brioche French Toast, and Chai Latte. The chai was actually incredible. Sweet, creamy, and heavy on the cinnamon! Overall, I have such a soft spot for this place and am looking forward to coming back.

    Crab Cake Benedict, half order of French toast, and the breakfast sandwich

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    This was one of the best foods/breakfast we have ever tried! I really recommend this place so you will enjoy your food!

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    Just go! Get something sweet and something savory for breakfast! Make sure to get a latte and/or a hot cocoa.

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    My salad was good, but my husband's BL.T. was cold. We didn't feel the ambiance we had enjoyed in prior years.

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    Ask the Community - Red House Cafe

    Do they have gluten-free French toast, pancakes, or gluten-free waffles?

    What's up with no serving free tap water with breakfast on the weekend?

    They need to make their money, somehow, I guess!! Water is quite expensive on the Monterey Peninsula, so I guess that they are trying to balance out their water bill.

    Do you have gluten-free bread for sandwiches? Or sourdough bread?

    I don't know about gluten-free bread, but they do have sourdough bread.

    Do you allow small dogs on the patio?

    If they don’t bark or bite, absolutely:)

    Are there plenty of outdoor tables?

    There's enough outdoor seating and the cute/quaint look is continued outdoors too.

    Do waiters wear masks?

    When we visited, staff did not wear masks.

    Do they have Take-away?

    Yes they do.

    Is there a bicycle rack close by?

    Yes, in the area

    Are there gluten free bread options?

    As of June they did not

    Do they serve alcohol?

    Yes

    Is this a dog friendly restaurant?

    By law animals are not allowed inside any CA restaurant - except service animals. It's a Healy code issue. Dogs are allowed on outdoor patios or where outdoor seating is allowed as long as you can access the area without having to walk through the… 

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    We had dinner here the night before, starting with the garlic bread as an appetizer which didn't…read moredisappoint. I ordered the French dip, and my husband had the sausage sandwich. The French dip was one of the best I've had, especially because of the au jus--you could taste the authenticity. The same goes for the sausage sandwich. You can just tell many of the dishes are made in-house. Family photos are throughout the restaurant, and it's clear this is a family-owned business. The same people in the photos are the ones behind the counter, working hard and serving the holiday crowd with kindness. The food felt so homestyle and delicious that we came back for breakfast the next morning. We'll definitely be returning the next time we're back in PG.

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    Giving my heart to my latte!
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    Fresh seasonal fruit cup
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    Stokes Adobe

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    4.5
    (395 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$$

    Truly enjoyed this place. It was a great experience…read more Well done. Service is outstanding.

    My family and I came to visit Monterey Bay for Mother's Day weekend and it was a nice and relaxing…read moredinner. We booked Stokes Adobe for table of 8 (including two small toddlers) They brought out little coloring paper & crayons which was super nice of them. We were seated in a private area which was nice since our two small toddlers like to walk around and it's less distraction. We did family style and ordered a bit of everything! Crispy potatoes: Love the carbs! The potatoes were crispy and delicious. The lemon truffle crema sauce was so yummy! Oysters: Definitely order half shell oysters! They were delicious! Hamachi: This was okay, nothing special to be honest sinc Mussels: This one was also delicious as well. It was made with white wine and tomato broth with butter, shallot, garlic. Beets salad: You can't go wrong with ordering a beet salad! The honey vinaigrette was delicious! Santa Cruz King Salmon: This dish was simple but tasty. The Meyer lemon sauce went well with the salmon. 12oz Pork chop: The meat was soft and easy to bite into. The cauliflower puree was delicious! Snake River American Wagyu: I thought the steak was okay. It was a bit too rare for me personally but my husband liked it! Brussels sprouts: Yummmm! Love the crispy Brussels sprouts. Overall service was great and the food was good. The only downside of the night was not getting the duck liver mousse toast. Not sure why the order went through when we mentioned in the beginning but hope to try it next time we're in town.

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    Inside, you can choose different rooms to sit in
    Inside, you can choose different rooms to sit in
    Crispy potatoes
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    The Monarch Pub & Restaurant

    The Monarch Pub & Restaurant

    4.0
    (339 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    As a British ex-pat living in America, I'm hyper critical of British pubs. There's nothing that…read moregrinds my gears more than a "British" pub serving fries with their "fish n chips." I'm from Reno and we don't have any good British pubs so when going out of town I always look to see if there's a good looking one where we will be going. I saw this place on Yelp and the first thing I noticed was how legit the fish and chips looked. Once I saw that you can get sides of mushy peas or curry sauce, I knew we had to check it out (this is how you would order fish n chips in the UK!) Stopped by on a Friday evening, it was definitely busy but we got lucky and got seated right away. The live band outside was a nice touch. Now I will say, the menu here is fairly small, with only a few British items. But the items they do have are very authentic and I was primarily going for the fish n chips anyway. Great big pieces of cod, batter was beautifully fluffy. The chips are perfectly thick cut. My only very very minor complaint is that I do wish the curry sauce was a little thicker and less spicy, more like a traditional chip shop curry sauce but that's just my preference. I still love that it's even offered! My husband had the BBC (bangers, beans and chips) and he loved it. I tried a bit of his banger and it was really good. Nice thick pork sausage. They had a good looking beer selection, I will have to try some on a future visit when I'm not pregnant! I was really really pleased with my meal here. Please add some bangers and mash though! Those bangers are delicious.

    I haven't been here in over a year, only because I forget about them until I drive by…read more Well my mom and I had some time before appointment and had lunch here...just as good as ai remember...will definitely be back Fish pieces where big and artichoke hearts also big, you definitely get your moneys worth

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    Just one of the many beautiful flowers and plants around the restaurant.
    Just one of the many beautiful flowers and plants around the restaurant.
    Amazing Food!
    Amazing Food!
    The Monarch Pub & Restaurant

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    Beach House Restaurant + Bar @ Lovers Point

    3.7
    (1.1k reviews)
    0.3 mi
    $$$

    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.

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    Fire & Ice Wedge: 
wedge of iceberg lettuce, applewood smoked bacon, grape tomatoes, bleu cheese dressing, FireCracker shrimp
    Fire & Ice Wedge: wedge of iceberg lettuce, applewood smoked bacon, grape tomatoes, bleu cheese dressing, FireCracker shrimp
    Filet Mignon Beef Stroganoff
    Filet Mignon Beef Stroganoff
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    4.5
    (102 reviews)
    1.4 mi
    $$$$

    The food was amazing! We had the chef's choice menu. Normally I'm not adventurous with my food, but…read moreI was so happy with their choices. Fantastic mixtures of food, flavors and textures. Definitely fine dining with the best service and attention to details. Beautiful views of the bay at sunset and watched the otters play in the background. Not too loud or crowded, exactly what I'm looking for in a nice fine dining experience. Next time, do the wine pairing with it!

    Spectacular views - especially from the corner tables by the windows - and outstanding service are…read morewhat I'll most remember from a restaurant with Michelin-star ambitions and one of the best views of any fine dining restaurant in Northern California. The food is great, though portions were smaller than expected given the cost, and some dishes weren't necessarily as memorable as I'd hope. It's possible that had something to do with dietary restrictions (the kitchen is incredibly accommodating).Everything was wonderful on the plate, but sometimes I wanted more of it (the pork was notably thin, for example, and the cod was a two-bite piece). Some nice touches: binoculars by the table, incredible service, a beautiful room. Improvements: bathrooms shared with a hotel lobby is always strange. I wouldn't be surprised if in a year or two, Michelin upgrades the restaurant, and it's on the right trajectory for more acclaim.

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    Lovely table setting
    Lovely table setting
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    Coastal Kitchen Course Photo by Anton N
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    4.5
    (397 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    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.

    Delicious brunch options! We tried the lemon ricotta pancakes, OJ, and the baked kale and corned…read morebeef dish. Pancakes were so fluffy and the lemon sauce was nice and tart! The baked kale dish was super unique--I've never had anything like it. The béchamel sauce is light and not too heavy. Great balance of flavors and not too salty. Service was attentive and we got what we needed. It's a perfect spot for brunch with friends, a date, and with family. OJ was so fresh and sweet. Highly recommend!

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    Bright and clean
    Bright and clean
    Eggs, Eggs Benedict
    Eggs, Eggs Benedict
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