First time stopping by Kuki's…read more Alex was very friendly and personable. His service was very quick and he's a hard worker! In regard to the food, the portion size is large and fair for the price. I ordered the coconut curry tofu and rice. There was a strong coconut flavor and a lot of sauce, which is a good thing in my book! The flavor isn't strong at first bite but it builds to something pleasant. The rice, vegetables, and tofu were cooked perfect and the presentation looked nice as well. Will definitely stop by again!

Last week I had a big party, 500 some people throughout the night in Monterey. Kuki's was our…read morechosen food truck. Rose and Alex were painless to work with (I can't say that about other vendors). We scheduled a call before the event and touched base once the team made it to Monterey. Kuki's arrived on time and got ready. Once they were serving, lines were at a decent pace. And everyone was happy. Compliments all around for their offerings. I had the curry chicken bowl, a large one. I would definitely work with Kuki's again. Photo by @lets.drive.312

You might be wondering, "what are you doing here?" I'm wondering the same thing! If you read my…read moreother reviews, you'll see that I reside in the Central Valley, which is pretty far from Monterey, but not too far. I came for a little vacation from the heat, which is definitely necessary because it gets pretty toasty in the Fresno area. I think it's all the roads and stuff. I wouldn't know, I'm not a scientist. To continue what I was saying, I came to Monterey for a little vacation! Usually I'd go eat at a little spot at a mall called Island Burger, but to my surprise, the place was permanently closed! Can you believe it? I couldn't. Because the Island Burger was closed, I decided to go elsewhere for a burger. I checked online to see what folks were saying about this place, and it seemed like everybody had mostly positive things to say. So I went and ate there! When I walked in I noticed it was one of those spots where you just kinda put in your order and sit down and wait. So that's what I did. I got the spicy burger, but I can't remember the name of it. I also got some onion rings and chicken wings. I'd like to mention that I was with my family so we could share those items. I could theoretically eat all of that myself, but that'd be a bit greedy. The burger was great and it had a good amount of spice. The meat was juicy and nicely seasoned, and the fries were perfectly crispy. The onion rings had a delicious batter, and were fried to perfection. The chicken wings really surprised me! I would go as far as to say that they were on par with, and maybe even better than Wingstop. Overall, the service was great and quick, the food was immaculate, and I would absolutely recommend this spot to anybody who is in the area. The bathrooms are nice too. I forgot to mention that. Good bathrooms are very important.

This place was REALLY good. If you're looking for a great burger, look no further. Seriously, this…read moreis probably the best burger I've had in a long time.Three of us ordered the Sur Bacon Burger, which is basically their regular cheeseburger with bacon added. The patty was a solid size, not too thick and not too thin. It was the perfect thickness, giving you a great balance of meat, cheese, and toppings in every bite. Everything is made fresh to order, and you can tell. The lettuce was crisp, the tomatoes were fresh, the grilled onions were perfect, and the whole thing was put together so well. It wasn't messy, just a quality burger from the first bite to the last.My son got The Works, and if you saw his burger, you'd understand why he cleaned his plate. The food came out fresh, hot, and looked amazing. They really take the time to make everything look picture-worthy. They have both indoor and outdoor seating, the wait wasn't long at all, and they have self-serve fountain drinks, which is always a plus. The menu is simple and easy to order from. They have salads, chicken burgers, hamburgers, and you can customize your burger however you like. Their burgers are cooked medium-well by default, but I asked for mine well-done and they got it exactly right. The customer service was cool.They weren't over the top trying to impress you, but they definitely weren't underperforming either. Everyone was chill, friendly, and got the job done. The portions are generous. I only finished half my burger and took the rest home. I reheated it later and it was still just as delicious. Overall Rating: 8.7/ 10. This place has officially earned a spot on my list of go-to burger spots. I'll definitely be back!

This is probably one of the best ballpark food you can find. Their burgers are amazing, and the…read morefries are super hot. Things to keep in mind this is a snack shack so seating is outdoors and limited. You are welcome to bring your food to the park to watch the baseball and watch the game. This staff is delightful and amazingly fast. If in the Monterey area and they are open you should definitely grab a bite.

Best hometown cheeseburger on the planet! Service is fast and staff are polite and friendly!! Love…read morethis place when watching my grandsons ballgame and sometime when I drive by the park for a quick lunch.. Deborah Knowles

As someone who doesn't usually love burgers, I wasn't sure what to expect, but wow!…read more The food was amazing. I had the Wild West burger with fries, and let me tell you... even on a slightly overcast day, that burger transported me straight to a sunny summer afternoon at the park. The atmosphere is just as wonderful as the food. Comfy chairs, board games, books--it's such a cozy and delightful spot to relax. The service was incredibly friendly, too. Highly recommend!

The burgers here were good not mind-blowing, but definitely satisfying…read more Starting with the California Burger (7.8/10): it gave me "elevated Whopper with avocado" vibes. The sesame seed bun was soft, produce was fresh, cheese perfectly melted, and the patty was well-seasoned and decently juicy. That said, it needed more sauce and overall juiciness to really push it over the top. A little extra flavor punch would've made a big difference. The Elvis Burger (7.5/10) was similar: solid but not exceptional. It lacked the seasoning and moisture I was hoping for, and once again, more sauce would have helped bring everything together. Nothing bad, just left me wanting a bit more oomph. Now the good stuff, service and ambiance were excellent. Our server was friendly, upbeat, and genuinely seemed happy to be there, which made the whole experience better. The vibe of the place is awesome: retro '80s burger joint feel with fun music, books, games, and lots of greenery (major shoutout to the plants). It's a cool hangout spot with character.Only downside our table was oddly sticky. Come for the chill vibes, solid service, and a good burger. Just don't expect the best burger of your life. Worth checking out if you're in the area!

This business has the best pretzels in the central coast. The owner have great staff with customer…read moreservice experience! Thank u!

Amazing pretzels, staff are nice, and every time my family and/or I go to Monterey we get these.read more

The place is family owed and authentic German food. Everything on the menu is delicious and you…read morecan't go wrong with anything. Always try the special of the day and leave room for dessert.!!! The waiter might crack some jokes at your expense but he is so kind at heart. It's like going to Germany without leaving California.! The owners will be closing shop soon so make sure you get your reservations to try this amazing restaurant before they close their doors. This place holds a special place in my heart. Will truly miss them when they move away.

When you show up as a German national to a German restaurant and you're being told, "no" even…read morethough 3/4 of the restaurant are empty and the no is because apparently they only take reservation. But nowhere on the website does it say that. Also it doesn't matter that you just drove an hour and 45 minutes amd are excited to try their food, that's just not on good customer service. We wont be back.

The food was amazing. Service was outstanding. We enjoyed…read morethe ambience as well as other 200 people! Many people want to enjoy their first meal of the day in such a local /tourist dinner! Congratulations to First Awakenings. I have enjoyed you for the last 32 years. Cheers ! To Local businesses!

Went there before going to the aquarium and hand a wonderful breakfast. Beautiful views, clean…read morerestaurant, and caring staff. Quite frankly, the best part was being able to observe how respectfully a regular was treated by the staff: I watched as an elderly gentleman came in alone and the staff greeted him with warmth and familiarity. They kept him company his entire meal, engaged in conversation, and made sure he was well taken care of. When the gentleman got up to leave, a young man, maybe a teenager, checked to make sure he had his cane and was taken care of. This was the best customer service I have ever seen in my life.

This restaurant is now closed. I was there last Saturday of their existence. Seemed like a fun…read moretropical themed space. I had a bowl of food - it was good!

We came here hangry after waiting over 30 minutes at a different restaurant that said they had a 5…read moreminute wait. Islands sat us immediately. Service was quick and friendly and checked on us without hovering. Our food and drinks came out quickly and we honestly couldn't be happier with the meal. Kids had chicken tenders, fries, and sweet potato fries. Hubs and I split a tasting flights of cocktails (cute and delicious), I had the Kahlua pork tacos, and hubs had a burger with side salad. Their burgers are typical burgers. Those pork tacos were absolutely amazing though. We hadn't been here in a couple of years, but we will definitely be back again soon.