Has dinner 7/14. Made dinner reservations and was seated right away. One server was Pablo, I don't remember the others. Sat outside under an umbrella. Beautiful weather. Husband has Cioppino, I had the special, and my 2 granddaughters each had the clam chowder in a bowl. We had 2 appetizers . Tomato Bruschetta, and the focaccia bread. Both delicious! The cioppino bowl was huge. My husband only ate 1/2. So much seafood in it. My special was bass and shrimp. Served with pineapple salsa, guacamole, peppers, rice, green beans and tortillas. It was so good. Only complaint was the green beans. I believe they were Hericovert beans. Just a little too hard. I think that was the best clam chowder we've ever had in all the years of visiting Monterey. Every server, waiter & even host/manager gave us the best service! We could have sat for hours enjoying the view and talking to Pablo and the others. If you're going to Monterey, don't leave without eating there ! read more

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Schooners is at the very top of my restaurant dining list. I have been coming here for the past 6 years and have never had a bad meal or bad service. Overlooking Monterey Bay what more could one ask for when it comes to ambience, it is pretty hard to beat. Service is top notch; pleasant and attentive without being overbearing, great wait staff. A tip of the hat to these unsung heroes. Food--try the Schooners seafood salad, it is packed with crab, a couple jumbo shrimp and Ahi tuna on a bed of mixed greens, sliced carrots and (I think jicama) and it is all married to a soft, delicate, slightly sweet sesame dressing. To add some fun to this meal, order up some Schooners french fries on the side--now you are as close to heaven as you can get. read more

Arrived for our 12:30 brunch and were seated right away with our reservation. (Highly recommend making a reservation.) The staff was very friendly, from the hostess and waiter to the bus staff. A manager even stopped by at the end to check in and thank us for coming. The oysters and shrimp cocktail were some of the freshest we've had. The Caesar salad was excellent, and the anchovies on top were a nice touch. Top-notch food, and we'll definitely be returning for dinner soon. The outdoor seating is beautiful as well. read more

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Came here on a Saturday night for a date because we wanted a nice seafood dinner with an ocean view. We made a reservation the day before and got a table outside on the pier right by the water during sunset. We started with the half dozen oysters and the coastal clam chowder bread bowl. The oysters were some of the freshest I've had and tasted really clean. The clam chowder was New England style without bacon, which I liked, and it was buttery with plenty of clams. The bread bowl had a nice crunch and paired really well with the soup. I got the grilled chicken piccata for my main. The chicken was too dry, but the piccata sauce was really good. It came with mashed potatoes and vegetables, and both were flavorful and cooked well. I also got the China Cove Mai Tai. It was nice and strong. For dessert we got a chocolate cake with ice cream. The cake itself tasted good, but the ice cream was flat, not very flavorful, and too crumbly. The view from the pier during sunset was hard to beat, and the staff was really kind, took pictures for us, and let us stay well past closing without making us feel rushed. read more

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This was my second time coming here, and it definitely reminded me why I wanted to come back. We made a reservation for 10:30am and were seated immediately, which was a great start to the morning. The waterfront views are absolutely beautiful and make for such a relaxing breakfast. I did expect it to be a little breezy being right by the water, but it actually got pretty warm while we were sitting outside. Thankfully, the staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure we were taken care of throughout our meal. We ordered both The Plaza Omelet and the Monterey Seafood Omelet, and I would happily order either one again. The Plaza Omelet was packed It was full of flavor, perfectly cooked, and really brought everything together. The Monterey Seafood Omelet was just as good it was rich without being too heavy, and the seafood tasted fresh. Both omelets came with crispy breakfast potatoes that paired perfectly with the meal. Between the delicious food, quick service, and spectacular waterfront views, this is easily one of my favorite breakfast spots in Monterey, and I'd definitely recommend giving it a try! read more

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This place has gorgeous views and is the perfect spot to enjoy a drink on a beautiful day! The cocktails took quite a while to come out, but they were tasty once they arrived. The bread we got was also very good. We didn't have a meal since we were just stopping in for cocktails before dinner, so I can't comment on the food. The only major downside was the scent inside the hotel. It was extremely strong and overly floral, and unfortunately it gave me a headache. If you're sensitive to fragrances, it's something to be aware of. read more

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Came down to Monterey on a weekend with the family and saw that Schooner's had pretty good reviews for lunch, so we made a reservation for an earlier lunch. I didn't know that Schooner's was in the Monterey Plaza Hotel, so I did have to ask some directions as to how to get downstairs to the restaurant. Arriving a bit early, we did have to wait until our reservation time to order lunch instead of breakfast, but the hotel was quite nice, and we were able to sit on a bench overlooking Monterey Bay. When we were seated, we opted outside to get a nice view, and they do have heating lamps (that were even a little bit too warm) so don't worry about the breeze. I ended up getting the fish and chips, my wife got cioppino, and the little one got some buttered pasta off the kids menu. The fish and chips was amazing...so fluffy and flaky but also had a nice crisp on the outside - probably some of the best fish n chips that I've had! Our little one also enjoyed the pasta, which was basically spaghetti noodles with butter, and we were appreciative that she was given some crayons to entertain herself. Service was excellent as well. Overall, it was a rather fancy, but very nice lunch for the three of us, and I enjoyed being a little bit away from the busy wharf/Cannery Row to enjoy ourselves before the crowded aquarium. Highly recommend! read more

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Schooners Monterey was a wonderful experience for us! We came here last month to celebrate and decided to try the restaurant in the hotel we were staying at. First off, service was amazing here. We felt VERY well- taken care of. Staff was polite and very attentive. Ambiance was beautiful. We got the lucky seat at the back. A seagull joined us lol. We could see the ocean and the beautiful site as you can see in the photos. We ordered a bunch of food. The veggie omelette, breakfast burrito and pancake was delicious. The food quality was high from what I remember. We do plan on returning since the experience here was that memorable! read more

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We made a reservation for this restaurant for my boyfriend's birthday lunch. This is located inside of the Monterey hotel and plaza. Service was great. We asked for an ocean view table and were happy that they had one available. We ordered raw oysters, focaccia, ceviche, and Monterey cioppino pot. I wish the menu stated that there was cheese on the focaccia since I don't eat cheese. Oysters were fresh. Our favorite was definitely the Monterey cioppino pot. It was incredibly flavorful and a good amount of seafood. Our least favorite was the ceviche. The sauce/juice just didn't match our tastebuds. The chips that came with it were delicious though! Overall, it was a pleasant experience. I would come back! read more

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Drinks were great! Food was really good. Pancakes were by far the best we have ever had! Breakfast potatoes were great, bacon we slightly greasy, and the homemade granola was amazing! Servers were good, fairly attentive, for breakfast we had missed one drink, but overall great service! If we had to choose between dinner or breakfast, I strongly recommend their breakfast. Good coffee, great food, and good service! The outside seating is amazing and it has good ambiance as well. The heaters work great we were not cold sitting outside with a jacket and the heaters it was very enjoyable! read more

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The Monterey Seafood Omelette was beautifully executed and came generously packed with sweet, fresh crab and shrimp, while the Two-Egg Breakfast was exactly the kind of comforting staple you look for in the morning, right down to the incredibly fresh sourdough toast. Snagged a table right by the water on the outdoor patio which offered an unmatched, scenic ambiance that instantly elevates the meal. The hospitality was excellent, highly attentive and perfectly paced, especially given that we had the outdoor deck entirely to ourselves. This spot is perfect for travelers or locals looking for a premium coastal breakfast with a view, and we will absolutely be back. read more

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Went there today while waiting for my room to be ready. Had a tasty spicy margarita and an amazing panzanella salad with peaches, plums, cucumbers and tomatoes. Sat on the patio with a beautiful ocean view. Service was excellent too. read more

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Schooners never disappoints!, we came here again after having an incredible experience our last time. We got a bit early before our reservation, and we sat at the bar for a couple drinks before dinner. There was plenty of room and bartenders were super attentive. After relaxing for a bit, we joined the dining room for our reservation. We got a beautiful spot right on the water. Our waiter Hannah promptly came to check on us and get a drink order started. My partner continued to have some very cold coors light like which he appreciated. I switched it up from Prosecco to having a Hugo spritz, which felt very refreshing. We started with truffle fries and a Caesar salad. My partner rated the Caesar salad and the fries assault eight out of 10 on both both very flavorful dressing was fantastic on the salad lettuce was very cold. Good sign of freshness. Moving onto our entrées he had the seafood pasta and I had the cioppino pot. Both very hearty in their portions. I was shown in Photos that cioppino pot I had was overflowing with different proteins from rock fresh to shrimp, clams, mussels, and crab. It was extremely flavorful, definitely one of the best cioppino I've had. My partner thought his seafood pasta was cooked perfectly also had plenty of protein to satisfy him. Only room for improvement was that it seemed our server got pretty busy with some other tables getting all set at once. Along with the fact that they had forgotten to bring me a spoon for my soup and it took a minute to wave someone down. And an honorable mention was us being able to see in otter finishing his own dinner while we were having ours very cute super fun evening for us. read more

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My first time having lunch at this restaurant. The service was excellent but the food was mediocre, with very small portions and a HIGE price!!! Don't waste your time! read more

First of all, Schooners is located inside the Monterey Plaza Hotel (I didn't know so I struggled to find it lol). We were able to find street parking easily but there is also a public parking lot nearby. As for the restaurant, the ambiance is amazing; it's right next to the water so the view is great! Try to sit outside if you can, but the inside is not bad either if you're by the window! Service was great, everyone was nice! For food we ordered the Schooners Tower, Dungeness Crab Pasta, Monterey Cioppino Pot, and the kids chicken tenders and fries. Honestly the food wasn't amazing/just okay, but this is the type of place you come for the atmosphere and views to take photos lol. Overall I would return again just for the vibes. read more

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Food review for just clam chowder, it was great, seasoned well, lots of clams, good texture, not too thin or thick. Although I've never had bell peppers in my chowder, I didn't taste it. One of the best clam chowders I've had. Seafood tostadas was bigger than expected, tostada was crispy, I have a salty palette so it was a little bland for me. read more

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I love Schooners for lunch/dinner, but got a chance to try out their breakfast. The view and breeze were spectacular as always, a great way to wake up! I ordered an iced vanilla latte (comes from Tidal coffee), breakfast burrito, and a pancake. The breakfast burrito was the star - slightly smoky, balanced, creamy, and the stacking of the components was perfection - and I don't even like burritos. The pancake was good due to the berry compote served on the side. The pancake itself was a little flat and tough. The latte was decent, the vanilla syrup was a little odd and artificial tasting. But overall, a lovely spot for breakfast/brunch! read more

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They have an amazing breakfast burrito here! The blackened sea bass tacos, wagyu beef burger, and focaccia with olive oil were all delicious. What ruined the experience a bit was the rude hostess. We had a reservation and wanted to be seated under some of the umbrellas since it was super hot, but she kept saying other people reserved those tables and was generally dismissive. Everyone else was very kind and service was otherwise great. read more

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This is what you expect when you come to the coast. A restaurant overlooking the ocean with waves and sea breeze. The wait staff were very attentive and 4 people checked on us. We came for breakfast. The Dungeness crab egg Benedict had soft runny eggs, a generous amount of crab meet, over a delicious corn bread. Very well done. My kid's seafood omelet were very good too. I will come back to dinner one day. read more

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SEA FOOD - with a view! If you're looking for extremely fresh seafood with a beautiful view of the ocean, I highly recommend making a reservation at Schooners! This spot is tucked at the end of Cannery Row in a hotel, making it easy to access from Monterey Bay Aquarium and not too busy. We opted to sit on the outside patio, which is well covered and very clean, protecting the tables from sunlight and sea birds. We ordered the seafood tower, which comes with fresh oysters, snow crab claws, jumbo prawns, and ceviche and chips, and was a very good price for the value and quantity of the seafood. We also ordered the clam chowder bread bowl and seafood cioppino, which was my favorite and generously loaded with shrimp, fish, mussels, clams, scallops, octopus, Dungeness crab meat, and delicious garlic bread. read more

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I'd rate this as 3.5-4 stars. I was a guest at the hotel for a conference and had dinner here on two occasions. The view from the patio dining here is exceptional! But... The night I checked in was a little disappointing since there wasn't anyone at the host stand to assist. A couple servers passed by, made eye contact, and didn't greet me or indicate that someone would be out. I went ahead and opened the main door and still wasn't greeted as 3 servers spoke to each other on my right. Typically I'd walk out, but it was convenient so I headed to the bar. The bar staff was much more welcoming and friendly, and I ordered their poke bowl. I wish I took a photo since I really enjoyed this! A couple nights later I had dinner in the restaurant area, and service was much better. Staff seemed really attentive and helpful! I ordered a cup of clam chowder and the tostada with poke per my servers suggestion. The clam chowder was delicious - creamy and filled with whole clams! The tostada wasn't that great, and I don't have much to say about it. I also had the cheesecake for dessert, which I also didn't care for. read more

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I don't know if people still say bomb.com but it's def warranted here. It would be a shame to order a burger when in Monterey so I made sure I ordered something from the ocean on the other side of the glass of the seat next to us. I got the Cioppino, wife got the Crab Pasta and the kids got Fish N Chips + Chicken Tenders. I was very surprised to see a generous amount of crab in my soup. At some places, you get a claw and check that box off but not here. In addition to the real crab, there was a few giant shrimp, mussels, clams, fish, and calamari. Man...everything was very fresh and delicious. I would even have to probably say the best I've ever had! The soup was seasoned to perfection and not too tart. My wife's crab pasta was also very good! I shared mine with her and we swapped for a bit just to sample other dishes here. The kids plates were also high quality as expected from this nice restaurant inside the Monterey Plaza Hotel. To make my bday weekend even better I was able to score a spot right in front of the hotel which isn't easy since it was a non-raining Saturday. This is definitely a "come back and eat" place the next time we're in Monterey. read more

Even though we had a reservation, we still had to wait quite a while before being seated. We were then placed at a very awkward table that was blocked by two large pillars, so we couldn't enjoy the ocean view at all. The restaurant was extremely crowded during lunch, and the two of us were seated at a tiny round table that felt cramped and uncomfortable. The food was also very expensive. I ordered the seafood pot, and it was far too salty. Overall, the experience was disappointing. Between the long wait, poor seating, overpriced food, and disappointing flavors, it simply wasn't worth it. I wouldn't return. read more

We started with the Clam Chowder bread bowl, Brussel Sprouts appetizer, and the Dungeness Crab Dip. All 3 were excellent. I love Brussel Sprouts and order it anytime I see it in a menu. This was one of the best I've had. I like that it was more on the shredded side so it could cook evenly. (I hate when places halve the sprouts, but then don't bake it through. These were cooked to perfection here.) The crab dip was amazing...it's the morning after as I'm typing this and my daughter is still raving about the crab dip. We all agreed that it was worthy of the price tag bc there was a good amount of real crab in it. We really enjoyed the taste and texture. We wished there were more of the garlic bread for dipping! We waited for the clam chowder bread bowl to arrive, and tore into it so we could use that to dip! For our meal, we ordered the Harvest Salad, Organic Half Chicken, Honey BBQ Ribs, Wagyu Burger, and took a mandarin coconut sherbet to go. We were all very happy with what we ordered. read more

Decent breakfast spot with great waitstaff! We dined here to use up our hotel credit and it covered basically two breakfasts each for the two of us. I requested the crab benedict the first day and the avocado toast the second. The benedict was a little disappointing and tasted liked canned crab instead of fresh. It was a hefty portion though and I liked the cornbread muffin in lieu of an english muffin. The avocado toast was much more flavorful and I added on the poached eggs (2 for $6). The pickled onions packed a punch and the tiny bottles of tabasco added the right amount of heat. I was interested in the juices but was told that it was not freshly squeezed, so decided against it. On a nice day, the patio outdoor seating is lovely! I saw sea otters in the waters as well. read more

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Great view and amazing brunch. Must try the Monterey seafood omelet. If you are celebrating your birthday, they will bring out a special treat. read more

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I treated myself to dinner here to carb load before the Big Sur marathon and omg, it was everything and more. Service was amazing. I was seated quickly indoors with an ocean view. Waiter came by promptly with a menu and water. I got a drink to treat myself and ordered the gnocchi and burrata. Then treated myself to their cheesecake with coffee and it was just superb. I would absolutely recommend this place for a fancy fine dining experience. read more

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Food was fantastic here for your buck! Staff was a little slow. You get a nice Oceanside view while dinning. read more

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Good food, good service. Came on a weekend that had great weather but was unable to get a seat on the patio without waiting. We opted for the bar. Interior is fairly small in comparison to how much seating is offered outside with the bar having about 6 seats. Service was quick. Ordered the plaza lifestyle to drink. It was fine but the non alcoholic selection looked a lot better. To eat I got the clam chowder bread bowl, my friend got the dungeness crab pasta and we shared the garlic fries. The fries were hot and delicious. As for the clam chowder it was alright, little under seasoned. And the staff seemed really confused when I asked for butter for my bread bowl. The pasta was a little oily and had some additional ingredients we were unsure of that weren't listed on the menu. Overall it was good, great view and open dining room with fast service. read more

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We went to Schooners for a Saturday brunch. Getting a reservation for 4 was easy - I requested a table with a view and this place did not disappoint! We got a table with a stunning ocean view. Our server was very friendly and attentive and service was fast. We had the coffee cake, schooners omelet, Dungeness crab Benedict, tidal croissant egg sandwich and the Monterey seafood omelet. All dishes were tasty and we ended up ordering the coffee cake 2 more times There was a small problem with one of our dishes, and when we informed the staff they were very gracious and comped a coffee cake and garlic fries for us. Overall it was a very pleasant experience and we look forward to visiting again. read more

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If you're able to brave the breeze the outdoor dining is a must do! Great food all around. I didn't order it but a lot of the table got the lobster baked potato which looked and smelled amazing! The cioppino was very good but was a huge portion so id almost recommend sharing it! No complaints and will def visit again. read more

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Stayed at the Plaza Monterey this past weekend and ate at Schooners twice (breakfast and lunch). Roxy was our server both times by chance. She was super nice, kept checking on us and helped us celebrate a birthday. Restaurant is right on the water, very clean and staff is very professional and nice. Their clam chowder (not pictured) was definitely my favorite but the eggs Benedict was at the top! read more

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A beautiful setting for breakfast, relaxation, and peace. The sound of waves and animals is calming and pleasant. Not to mention our seafood omelet was pleasantly stuffed with big pieces of crab! Most restaurants we've been to, skimp on this and have more fillers, which is always disappointing. Great friendly service too from the servers, to hostess and valet. read more

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It's amazing the power of local public television shows. Having planed a trip to the area a few months in advance, I happened to catch an episode featuring restaurant in this area and saw a familiar face. After watching it and seeing a familiar face, I knew a visit here would happen. Having a wonderful dinner the night before, I made reservations earlier to have lunch on a Saturday here with friends who joined me for the rest of my trip. We were greeted by Jesse who also greeted me at Coastal Kitchen the previous evening next door. We were seated in the outdoor patio area with a full view of the bay on an overcast early afternoon. When we sat down to study the menu, one guest mentioned wanting to order the everything but we exercised restraint. Despite the weather being on the cool side, I ordered an iced tea (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&start=264&select=CUz_XLUX7BIUAblvJa4o1Q) which was fruity and great in quenching my thirst. A few minutes later, the food came, all shared : 1. Schooner seafood tower (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=PbaEpTWN1sRBphz5E9rojg) came to our table, Sea west coast oysters, poached shrimp, chilled crab claws, mussels, local ceviche; this was visually and tastefully impressive with its variety of fresh seafood. The ceviche was especially addictively good and the mignonette for the oysters were spot on. 2. Classic Caesar salad (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=XspeJgks2HJr3nonxDfrIQ), romaine , caesar dressing, parmesan anchovies, garlic crouton; the lettuce was crisp and nicely dressed, topped with generous anchovy slices. A couple of my companions complimented the quality of the anchovies (fresh and flavorful). 3. Crispy Brussels sprouts (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=fZuk1zn5UCBGUnhpyzOmtQ), candied pecans, blueberries, balsamic glaze. A nice side to offset all the other guilty foods we shared. 4. Dungeness crab pasta (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=uB4ImtgOMJ44wxrlR317CA), fettucine, spinach, lemon basil pesto. I didn't have much of this as I was already full when I finally tried this. 5. Monterey cioppino pot (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=QW-mMx8CW5Z396FssiiGgw), Shrimp, clams, mussels, calamari, seasonal fish, saffron, dungeness crab broth, baguette. This was the star of the show (besides the seafood tower). The freshness of all of the seafood and the intensity of the broth flavors made this perfect for dipping with the provided bread. Yes, there were actual crab meat pieces in the broth so don't be fooled in thinking that you were only getting the essence. 6. Dungeness crab BLT (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=YHGJndPXykdcU1gqUNv3VA), toasted brioche, tomato aioli, nueske's bacon, butter lettuce, seasoned fries. Like the pasta, I ate a small portion and enjoyed this. The crab is presented in a salad like mixture with celery and, I believe, pimentos that meshed well with the pickled onions and tomato slice. 7. BBQ pulled pork sandwich (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=lPMfzHX4uEjPe4VU5ZenQw), slow roasted heritage pork shoulder, bbq chips, slaw, sweet tangy bbq sauce, seasoned fries; I was stuffed so I only munched on the fries. 8. Strawberry yuzu sorbet (https://www.yelp.com/user_local_photos?userid=saJuyv784apZzH--psHZ3Q&select=lv6gYmTqSWLR-y7dov5YHA); being homemade, this was the perfect ending, refreshing and light, after a heavy meal. Thinking it might be better inside, I was very happy to dine outside as the heat lamps were sufficient to make it comfortable. With the view and the ability to watch as the weather changed while we ate was an experience. Big thanks to all of the staff, from our greeter Jesse to the bus staff and Masha G. (excuse me if misspelled as I pulled this from our receipt) who took our order and helped us throughout our meal. And, of course, bit thanks to Chef Michael for providing us a wonderful meet with an unexpected treat to start. Highly recommend coming here to get a true taste of Monterey, ambiance, the view, and the food. read more

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Located at the Monterey plaza hotel. Large menu to try. We were really excited and over ordered. We ordered : Crab dip - 10/10 came with garlic bread. Really good with large chunks of crab. Clam chowder - 10/10. Really tasty, and creamy. Cioppino - 9/10. Packed with seafood and a large garlic bread Seafood salad - 9/10. My husband enjoyed this Chicken strips and fries - for my toddler. He liked the fries a lot. They have high chairs for children and also coloring paper and pencils. The food was amazing and portions were generous. We were honestly full after the crab dip and clam chowder. The menu has so many good items. read more

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Food and the views! Just wow! We got there around 9am on a Friday morning, no wait. We chose to sit outside on the patio closest to the end so we could have some nice views of the bay. It was such a beautiful day too, no clouds in the sky. I had a sweet tooth that morning so I ordered the Belgian waffle with a side of eggs and bacon. You get 4 big slices of bacon and I honestly wanted to eat them all. Great quality bacon! The waffle paired well with the strawberries and cream. I'm a big coffee connoisseur and the coffee served there is also rich and so satisfying I had to ask what they were brewing. Our server was pretty busy but checked on us when he could. Very polite gentleman. read more

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We went here for Easter Brunch. It was a toss up between the hotels buffet brunch & Schooners. We opted for Schooners and so glad we did! We sat with an ocean view and it was way cheaper. The Easter buffet next door was in a banquet room with no view. We scored! read more

Before anything else is said, it must be noted: get the Warm Dungeness crab dip. Among all of the great dishes my partner and I sampled this was the standout -- warm, cheesy, garlic-y, and chockfull of a respectable amount of crab meat scooped onto soft, buttery bread -- I would come back to Schooners for this dish alone. Schooners is a cute, waterside restaurant partially hidden inside of a Cannery Row hotel that comes adjourned with heated patio seating and crashing Ocean waves. Nothing we tried was disappointing, whether you're looking for pasta, pork ribs, or ceviche, there is a dish, and a strong drink, for anyone in your party. We had mentioned in our reservation that we were celebrating a 7 year anniversary and the staff was very hospitable, friendly, and even brought out a little brownie dessert on the house. It was a great meal made even better by the care given to the service and presentation of the fantastic food. read more

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We celebrated Father's Day with a lunch reservation at Schooners Restaurant, located inside the Monterey Plaza Hotel. It was for a group of seven (3 kids and 4 adults), and it was the perfect choice to make the day special. The restaurant is beautiful, and we loved the amazing views paired with lovely weather. We had to ask for directions once we arrived at the hotel, but it was worth finding. We also really appreciated the complementary valet parking for two hours with our reservation. The service was excellent -- our server was friendly, attentive, and really helped make the occasion feel memorable for the whole family. The food was tasty overall. We ordered the fish and chips, clam chowder in a sourdough bread bowl, and the sea bass tacos. The clam chowder was delicious and paired wonderfully with the fresh sourdough, while the sea bass tacos were flavorful and a real highlight. The fish and chips tasted great with good seasoning and fresh fish, but it arrived a bit soggy by the time it reached our table. It was still enjoyable, though I wish it had been crispier. All in all, the food was good, the views and atmosphere were fantastic, and the excellent service made it a wonderful Father's Day lunch celebration. Highly recommended! read more

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My husband got a short rib harsh, and it had generous serving of meat, which was super tender. He ordered it with poached eggs, and everything was a perfection. I got a Dungeness crab benedict but my order got mixed up twice but our server Oscar made it all right, so kudos to him. we came here on Tuesday morning, so it was not very crowded; nice relaxing atmosphere. read more

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