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My family and I came to visit Monterey Bay for Mother's Day weekend and it was a nice and relaxing dinner. 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.
Beautiful upscale place in a historic structure, plenty of indoor and outdoor seating. Service was great, and waiter knew the menu well and had good recommendations. I don't think the portions are worth the price as the main dishes are pretty small, but in terms of quality everything tasted amazing. They do have a happy hour, which we caught the tail end of, definitely worth trying.
I wasn't sure about this place at first. It had a very small menu that is quite pricey. However I was blown away! Stokes is in a ln old historical building so it's an interesting atmosphere. The service was perfect! The drinks from the bar are inventive, beautiful, and perfectly crafted. We started with the rosemary focaccia and fresh butter. A great start. The tuna crudo was fresh and topped with lemon, shallots, and fried capers. It was a very good portion. The bolognese was incredible!! The flavor from the pancetta really came through and added a unique flavor to the homemade pasta. The chicken Milanese was perfectly crispy and juicy chicken breast in a bed of vodka sauce and topped with fresh baby kale and sunflower sprouts dressed in lemon. Sooo good and sooo filling!
Based on the menu and the ambiance we narrowed down our options to this place. Service was great. The only complaint was that several of the drinks and menu options were different than what was reflected online. Appetizers- we had the shrimp tostada and the octopus. Both were great and we would order them again. Mains- I was looking forward to having the halibut and Luli Pinot noir but these options were not available. Instead I had the salmon and it was amazing! I don't know if it was deep fried but it was crispy on all sides. I will be dreaming about this salmon. My husband had the cavatelli and he really enjoyed that. Dessert- I forget the name of our drink but it was like an espresso martini on the rocks with a vanilla foam and orange zest on top. We'll be trying this at home. We had the panna cotta and affogato. The panna cotta was more like a parfait and tasted like yogurt. I would definitely return next time we're in Monterey. Fantastic!
Stokes Adobe has consistently been one of my favorite restaurants to visit whenever I'm in the area. The experience never disappoints. Grace took exceptional care of us -- she offered thoughtful recommendations, was genuinely attentive, and maintained that perfect balance of being present without ever hovering. The level of service extended beyond just our table; you could see the same care given to everyone around us. Thank you, Grace! The menu is always evolving, which keeps each visit fresh and exciting. There's a real sense of creativity behind the dishes. I also appreciate the designated parking in the back -- it makes the experience that much more convenient. Whether you choose to sit inside or outside, you really can't go wrong. The ambiance works beautifully in both settings. Stokes Adobe continues to be a place I look forward to returning to.
My boyfriend took me here for my birthday dinner last night. What a romantic experience. The ambiance is gorgeous; it's been a minute since I've seen real candles lit at a table. There are different rooms, and we were seated in one that had a lovely bookshelf beside us. Parking is not too difficult; there's plenty of street parking! Our server was so sweet without being intrusive, it can feel a bit awkward at times going to a restaurant when the servers are required to ask how we're doing every .5 seconds. That was not the case here. We ordered the Caviar Service, Crispy Potatoes with Lemon Truffle Crema, and a Duck Liver Mousse Toast for starters. As for our shared entree, we picked the Big Sur Chanterelle Tagliolini. Our server made sure that the pacing that the food would be coming out at would be to our preference, and communicated it nicely. Which, by the way, all came out in a timely manner. The Caviar Service was beautiful. I appreciated how they plated it all. It comes with 30g of white sturgeon caviar resting on ice, chives, creme fraiche, potato chips, and blinis. Tasted great, nothing to complain about, we had fun with it. The Crispy Potatoes with Lemon Truffle Crema were delicious! Crisped up to perfection. It was definitely a bit filling for a starter, but great nonetheless. The Duck Liver Mousse Toast? I'd write home about that. I loved how the vinaigrette sweetened and brightened up those flavors, and the parsley went beautifully with it all. The thinly sliced shallots were gorgeous. Our Big Sur Chanterelle Tagliolini had housemade pasta, and you could really taste a difference! I'm a big texture girl, so it made the experience so enjoyable. Chanterelles are my favorite mushrooms, so I was so happy with how they melted in my mouth. 10/10! For dessert, I decided to go with the very popular Yelp review: The Chocolate Budini! I agree, it is probably one of the best desserts that I've ever had. The textures of a delicate, crispy wafer with the little chocolate balls and soft mousse come together for a great mouthfeel. It's balanced, not too sweet or bitter. I decided to try the pistachio gelato since I love anything pistachio flavored, and it did not disappoint. Overall, amazing experience. I would definitely come back.
Solid place to go with a big group - apparently it's haunted! Good: - The tagliatelle bolognese was really good and good portion sizes too! - The ambiance is really nice and quiet for a deep catchup with friends - The staff are really nice - The ice cream with coconut milk here was so good! I just had a few Bad: The food and service took forever - we had to wait over 30 min to get the check - Relatively expensive compared to other places in the area Overall this was good for a longer leisurely dinner if you aren't in a rush! We escaped traffic back to SF afterwards.
Visited this restaurant for Mother's day. Ironically, even though I have lived in the area for decades somehow I missed this one. Saw some reviews and photos on Yelp and decided to give it a try. As my reviews tend to be lengthy let me summarize up front and add the details for those more interested. Service was 5 star, Ambience 4.5 star, and for Food I want to go higher but for reasons I will go into I must stay with 4 star. And because I think the food is the most relevant measurement I chose 4 star. The experience overall was great. We reserved indoor as Monterey can get a bit chilly but once on ground and with outdoor fireplaces and heaters it was the better option. And with a 3.5 yo in tow the outdoor really was the better option. It gave her freedom of movement and the ability to be more of a noisy child than the indoor would permit. Our waitress was attentive and great, the seating by the fire was a bit hard but she brought out blankets that could add warmth or in our case cushion to make them less noticeable. We ordered basic pasta for our child and let me just say the portion would have fed two adult men. Nothing amazing but it was palatable and she enjoyed it. We ordered drinks to include one of their specialties and it was enjoyed. And we started off with an order of the oysters. They were fresh, well presented and offered multiple options to flavor the oysters. For main courses I selected the Hen House homemade pasta with mushrooms and saw you could add scallops for $17.00 and it sounded brilliant. The dish was flavorful, creamy and only surprising in that they delivered one stunning scallop on a side dish. Slightly confused I remarked, "ummm is this the $17 scallop". Which in retrospect I would note I really wanted to see the menu again because I sincerely believe they likely advertised it as a singular "Scallop" which leaves only myself to blame. In all honesty the scallop is probably the second best scallop I have had in my life (Libertine Social in Vegas is hands tied the absolutely best to date). But I digress... I enjoyed the dish, mourned the single scallop and cleaned my plate. We also ordered the Focaccia Bread and butter starter. Let me just say that I love bread, probably more than I should and fresh baked focaccia is at the top of my list. I am accustomed to the outside being a bit crispy but the inside being pure pillowy heaven. They appear to cut them in slices and then bake them or toast them slightly before service. Definitely not a fan of toast, or crunchy bread it was not a high point but again well presented and despite my preference I did eat it with my pasta. Lastly my partner had the Wagyu beef, the description sounded great and the presentation was there but I think there are moments that when you read a menu you envision the finished product and let's just say it felt diminished in my minds eye. Flavors aside it was well cooked and the sides tasted fine. I just felt like I heard that grating voice from the 80s or 90's..."where's the beef". Now I say all of that to provide my view on the overall experience but I would say they are definitely worth the experience but go in knowing it will be a bit pricey. And to be fair if it's beef you are looking for I recall seeing a massive 32ounce porterhouse on the menu. But the price matched its size. In the end it was a strong 4 star experience and "scallop" aside if 4.5 was an option I would probably give it. Just not a 5. Hope this helps and please take note of my photos as they convey my write up. To our waitress, you did great!
OMG OMG OMG HOW HAVE I NOT BEEN HERE!! I reserve the integrity of my 5 star reviews and this absolutely deserves it. The definition of California cuisine. Everything is fresh with the rotating seasonal menu. The pate mouse toast was the star the saltiness was so good with the caramelized onions to add some sweetness. The pasta was a unique flavor and had a bite to it. Steak was perfectly tender, seasoned well, and loved the veggies with it. Octopus was a tad tough, but flavor was great and the sauce had this rich flavor to it. Exceptional cocktails and wine offerings. Service was top notch we ate here on a weeknight with our 1-year old and they picked up and replaced our utensils when my daughter threw them on the floor (whoops). Super nice staff answered all our questions and never left us hanging. Food came out fast and was hot. Ambiance was a cool vibe. Outside had fire pits to hang out and inside had a bar. We sat in the dining room area and it was very cozy and intimate feeling.
Brought my partner here for his birthday and we had a wonderful celebratory meal here. The restaurant is literally a converted house so the interior feels very cozy and homey. We were seated upstairs and had a view overlooking the bar and downstairs entry area. Our server was fantastic, chatting with us and frequently checking in on how we were doing. We got the Duck Liver Mousse Toast as an appetizer, which was delicious, and the Bistecca Alla Fiorentina as our main, which was the perfect balance of well-cooked meat with flavorful side dishes of broccolini and potatoes. Would highly recommend to anyone looking to celebrate a special occasion in Monterey.
Love how they turned this beautiful home into a great looking restaurant. We didn't see the upstair dining areas but the main floor two rooms were great as was the bar area. The front lawn is a nice place to relax as you wait for your table. The menu isn't huge a good selection. We tried the Cesar salad and it was fine. The bolognese pasta was good nothing outstanding but good. Feels like a date night for celebration destination.
Well, I guess the first sign something was awry was the restaurant being empty on the Saturday of Memorial Day Weekend. But 1) this place came highly recommended from a few forum threads from about a year ago (argh) and 2) they charge a $25 cancellation fee for reservations. I'll start with the ok -- the pasta wasn't bad. But $35 for each is a bit ridiculous. Michelin guide spots in LA and SF don't charge that much. Not bad though, which is pretty much the only win for the night. The wine pours are truly embarrassing and the restaurant should be ashamed of them. I haven't seen such a small, IKEA sized glass since I was in college. The worst part is that patrons ordering a bottle of wine had the normal wine glasses you expect. So they have those glasses, they just choose to nickel and dime those paying by glass. That alone is just such bad form. The service of course was the atrocious cherry on top. Our server wasn't egregiously awful so I won't name him... but he forgot multiple parts of our order, brought a drink out after we'd finished our meals (because it took so long), and gave us the wrong receipt at the end. Mind you, there were only 2 other tables in our section. Yikes. I'm guessing this place was a gem and a hot spot a while ago, but since then, people moved on. In the meantime, I have a feeling they're struggling because of how much they nickel and dime their few existing patrons. It's a sinking ship and I hope management rights it... But for now, I'm sure you can do better for your money.
9 months ago
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Came on a Monday night and didn't have to wait! We had our dog with us and they were very attentive. Enjoyed both the broccoli cheddar salad and tagliatelle bolognese (salad 3.5/5 - a bit sour and pasta 5/5). Would come back if we visit Monterey! read more
1 year ago
The dining experience here was a truly remarkable. I am very thankful and would recommend it to all friends and family. Service was top notch 10/5. Food was spectacular 5/5. Ambience was perfect 5/5. Price was a bit pricey but given everything, I think it was well worth it and quite possibly the best restaurant in this town. Plus, there are plenty of other restaurants charging the same if not more for perceivably a lesser experience. We came here for an anniversary dinner and it was such an awesome time with great food. But more than anything was that the service team created an entirely separate "garlic free" menu when I noted in the reservation that one of us could not eat garlic. Though it wasn't an allergy or stated as one, they treated it with the utmost caution as if it were an allergy, even going as far to print a whole separate menu with customized entrees for it. I've NEVER seen anything like it and I was truly blown away by the service and attention to detail. I think they truly set the bar for customer service and that alone made me want to come back the very next day for another meal. We ordered a sea bass Tostada (9.0/10) which was just amazing. The avocado mousse was the perfect touch and the fish was so tender and full of flavor. Like a high-end ceviche basically. I wish there was more fish on the tostada for a $26 appetizer. Wish I had ordered two! Next we each ordered the Halibut dish (9.2/10), one of them being modified to suit "garlic free". Both were so good! I do wish there was something acidic to go with the fish because the sauce, scallops, shrimp were all so rich. When they gave the lemon crema for the potatoes, I thought it paired really well. Fish was crispy, flaky, and seasoned just right. The shrimp and scallops were also the perfect texture! The star for me was the chocolate dubino though. I rarely ever order desserts but my goodness gracious this chocolate dessert was spectacular. A true 10/10 dish because I could not think of anything else it "needed" or preferred to change about it. If you like chocolate and or chocolate pudding, I strongly believe you will love this dessert. Maybe I'm just a sucker for pudding lol but this sits at the top of my best desserts of all time in my life. I came again the next day for the happy hour pizza. The pizza score would be 7.3 but maybe neopolitan just isn't my groove. I was lucky to be out by the fire because I felt like I needed to cook the pizza a bit more for the crisp. I was so sad that they removed duck liver mousse from the happy hour menu THAT DAY. Nevertheless, I look forward to coming back for another special occasion meal if I find myself in Monterey again. Highly highly highly recommend! Then read more
4 months ago
This is our favorite special occasion restaurant. And yet it's also child friendly! We've dined here sans kids which is definitely more relaxing but it's been enjoyable each time. The prices are reasonable given the quality, preparation and atmosphere. Honestly the apps at sub $20 are about the price you would pay for far less delicious food. The most outstanding items we've tried so far have been the truffle pasta (it was a true A-ha moment, as in A-ha this is why people love real truffle (as a person who has never enjoyed truffle fries or pasta elsewhere) , any crudo dishes, and every time the crispy potatoes, deceptively simple but so decadent. There are a ton of little niches inside the restaurant to dine in from the old library to the wallpapered bar area. The fire pits out front are a must visit for a romantic Monterey getaway. Service is top tier, Michelin level and we just pray this restaurant secures this location long term so we can return for years to come. read more
1 year ago
Stokes Adobe in Monterey, CA offers an exceptional happy hour experience. Their pizza selection, exclusively available during happy hour, is outstanding. They have a great patio setting. Stokes Adobe Restaurant a hidden gem, and a must if you're looking for a great relaxing vibe with good service. read more
3 months ago
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9 months ago
This place was recommended by a friend for date night and it's a really cute, intimate spot. The service was great and the food was delicious just PRICEY. A dinner for two was almost $200 so just be warned. It was our first time trying duck and it was very flavorful, we just wished the sides were different. The star was def the crispy potatoes appetizer! Duck confit - 8/10 Pesto tagliatelle - 8/10 Crispy potatoes - 10/10 read more
2 years ago
This review is long overdue. My husband and I visited Stokes Adobe in early May 2024 and it is hands down one of the best restaurants locally. The food...it's absolutely decadent. If you do nothing else for an appetizer, get the potatoes. Yes. Get them. The service was lovely, our server was a young man who gave very thoughtful recommendations throughout the meal. I can't speak to their wine list as we brought our own. The corkage fee was not unreasonable. The restaurant is appointed in a way that you feel comfortable and cozy but still elegant. Make a reservation, they get busy. Parking can be challenging. read more
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Made a reservation a couple days in advance for July 4 weekend. We had a long day so opted for an early dinner at 430PM so that we could also take advantage of the happy hour(4-530pm)! Items are $3-4 cheaper for happy hour which is super worth it. They have a good amount of outdoor seating on the patio and some standard tables as well as fire pits for lounging around while hanging out with friends. There's plenty of street parking around the restaurant. For happy hour we ordered the duck liver mousse toast (delicious combination), the baby greens salad (seemed like a lot of cheese with a side of leaves) , cacio e Pepe pizza which was delicious, and the star of the show was the AMAZING shiitake mushroom pizza with a pesto base. We were still a little hungry so we ordered the pork chop and we were so glad that we did. It might be the best pork chop I've had anywhere as it was tender, juicy, moist and very flavorful and the breadcrumbs provided a nice crunch. If you order nothing else, you have to order the pork chop and shiitake mushroom pizza! Definitely would be back. read more
2 years ago
Great ambiance and nice outdoor vibes. Ordered the mushroom pizza, duck liver mousse, and pork chop. The duck liver was my favorite but all were very tasty!! Service was attentive. read more
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had a lovely dinner here. the ambiance is cute and mellow, with low lighting and candle lit tables. several different rooms where they have seating so it can feel like a bit of a maze. i'm not always big on potatoes bravas but so many reviews said not to skip the crispy potatoes so we ordered this and it did not disappoint! i will absolutely get this any time i come back here. we also added the stone fruit ricotta toast as an appetizer so we had a nice balance of savory and sweet. for entrees, we got the tagliatelle bolognese and the halibut. we both thought the bolognese was the star, but i also liked that the halibut dish included shrimp and scallops. for dessert i got the chocolate budino which was a yummy mousse and my husband enjoyed his affogato. overall a lovely dinner in monterey, and we had a great server. the parking lot is a little tight but we managed to get a spot in there which is good because street parking outside of the lot would've been very difficult to find, and this was on a tuesday night. read more
What a great little gem in Monterey! Located close to Downtown in a historic adobe--there is lots of great history there. You do feel the essence of being in a historic house, but the vibes here are super cozy. The patio was super cute and cozy as well with lots of torches to keep you warm. The service here is great. Our waiter Rachel was the best. She was super attentive, but gave us space to enjoy our meal. The food was delicious. We started with the wood fire garlic bread--make sure you get this it was a garlic, cheesy, baked heaven. I also got a cauliflower bisque--so good--the chili oil really elevated this. For my entree, I got the carbonara. This reminded me of cacio e Pepe, as it was very cheesy and pepper, but was yummy--with handmade pasta, snap peas, and pancetta, it was the perfect flavor and texture. Overall, if you are visiting like we were highly recommend this spot! read more
2 years ago
Found this historic sight with its unique atmosphere while on vacation. Shane made our night very enjoyable with his impeccable service! And what made it even better?...the outstanding food! From my appetizer of Shaved Broccoli and Cheddar Salad, to the ultra tasty pork chop and fennel puree, and topped off with the devine Chocolate Budino dessert; this dinner did not disappoint! We will be back next time we are in the area! read more
I've only been here for appetizers / happy hour, so I can't speak to the full menu. However, I'm fairly confident this place has the best cocktails in town. The bartender's are super knowledgable / friendly, and while they have a fantastic and extensive drink menu, they can make anything- or you can tell them what you like and trust them to come up with some magical concoction. Also, their espresso martini is second to none. Both their drinks and dishes are all have the freshest ingredients and are so aesthetically pleasing. Their menu constantly changes, but the apps I've tried (marinated olives, any of the crudo options, shishito peppers, the crispy potatoes, and some sort of fried oysters with caviar) were all phenomenal. You can't go wrong wherever you sit at Stokes. The inside of the restaurant, the bar, and patio area (with firepits) are all equally beautiful with top notch service. This is the perfect place to meet a friend for happy hour, go on a dinner date, or dine with the whole family. One of my favorite spots in Monterey. read more
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This is hands down my favorite restaurant in Monterey! We went here for our 14th wedding anniversary in time for happy hour, and also ordered from their dinner menu. The pizza and carbonara were delicious and satisfying, but the cauliflower bisque was the best thing I've ever tasted! The service was so friendly and attentive. Our waiter, Daniel D was so genuine that I wish he was my best friend. He brought us celebratory champagne, too! We can't wait to come back! read more
Of course, thanks to Yelp, we stumbled on Stokes Adobe as we were researching places to eat while we were planning our trip to Monterey. Made reservations a week prior to our visit. Parking lot around the business is a bit small but there's plenty of street parking if you drive around. The building is an historic adobe home in downtown Monterey. Love how they retained a lot of its original structure, walls, flooring, windows, etc. Its like walking into an old home; warm and welcoming, but I'm not going to lie. I did get a sense of heaviness during our dining experience. With that said, I decided not to google the building's history since I'm 100% sure A LOT of things happened in that home. Back to the dining experience; menu is modern California cuisine where you'll see what's seasonal and local being offered. To our surprise, they do offer a kids menu and crayons which I whole heartily appreciate since my daughters are pretty basic when it comes to food. DRINKS *Zero Proof Stand Up Spritz - I gave up booze for lent so I was happy to see a mocktail on the menu. This was refreshing and felt like I was having a cocktail *High In the Saddle - I have to take my wife's word for it, but she said this was hands down the BEST bourbon cocktail she's ever had! FOOD *Caviar Potato Halo - visually appealing, crunch and flavors were wonderful *Yellowtail Crudo - good, but it was missing the heat and acidity *Wood Fired Pepporini Pizza - the crust, sauce, all of it... delicious!!! *Bone In Pork Chop - great char BUT it was cooked medium-well which made it a bit tough to chew through *Australian Wagyu Bavette Steak - love the crust and cook since it was served medium rare. The brown butter sunchokes were a nice surprise! **Kids Pasta with Bolognese - almost wish I ordered this for myself! Rich in flavors and the pasta was perfectly cooked I forgot our servers name but he was great from start to finish. Had a smile the whole time, made sure the kids were taken care of, never felt pressured, and was attentive through the whole dining experience. I think next time, we'll wait for the weather to warm up, show up early and enjoy a drink on their patio/fire pit before dinner. read more
4 years ago
Stokes Adobe is a historic landmark in Monterey that's rumored to be haunted by the ghosts of James and Josefa Stokes (former owners) and James' victims...just in time for Halloween! Eight years ago, when I dined at Restaurant 1833, no ghosts to be seen or weird noises to be heard. Pass forward to 2022, it's now Stokes Adobe [Restaurant]. As I walked through the quiet dining room to the restroom, I was hoping to hear more than the creaking floor I was walking on. Nada. Then again, if I saw or heard something creepy, I would be the first one running out the door, miss a step, faceplant onto the cement floor with my dress over my head...mooning the entire patio. OOOF. Stokes Adobe is a one year young restaurant that took over Restaurant 1833. They're a recent add to the Michelin Guide (not Michelin stars) offering dog-friendly outdoor dining which is what sold me. If you plan on dining outside, rezzies are highly recommended on Resy because the patio was poppin'. M E N U Modern California Cuisine with French and Italian influences, using seasonal and locally sourced ingredients. Starters ($8-$24), Salads ($12-$18), Entrees ($26-$86), and Desserts ($8-$12). Happy Hour Specials available everyday 4 pm - 5:30 pm (bar and patio only): Snacks ($6-$14), Beer ($4-$6), Wine by the Glass ($9), and Cocktails ($9-$11). D R I N K S * Fortaleza Blanco (Single-$15, Double-$20, shown): https://tinyurl.com/9ysrvzxj Yay for having Fortaleza Blanco (fav sipping tequila)! If you're a Fortaleza fan, you know this is incredibly hard to find in bars and restos. * Vesper, Grey Goose ($17): https://tinyurl.com/y9cf3n3c Solid, stiff and smooth. Not too heavy on the vermouth. * Fernet Neat ($9): https://tinyurl.com/mvxhp2dp Surprised they carried fernet but glad they did after overindulging. F O O D * Eggs & Prawns (HH-$8): https://tinyurl.com/ynf29w32 Ok but bland; needed more acid for in the deviled eggs. * Duck Liver Mousse w/ pickles, whole seed mustard, seeded sourdough crostini (HH-$14) Smooth and light, not as rich in texture (loose) and distinct in taste. * Ad Astra Seeded Sourdough w/ salted butter ($8): https://tinyurl.com/3jms5amk Ad Astra is a Seaside microbakery and they make some bomb bread - deliciously crusty and satisfyingly chewy with a nice tang and nuttiness from the seeds. * Hiramasa Crudo w/ passion fruit vinaigrette, Urfa chili, smoked Big Sur sea salt, scallions ($18): https://tinyurl.com/bdcvn53f Fresh slices of hamachi but the accompanying vinaigrette/sauce was oddly bland. * Braised Pork Belly w/ yellow corn pudding, chanterelles, caramelized onion, bordelaise ($22): https://tinyurl.com/5n84urrz The cut of pork belly was lean and fork tender paired with earthy+fruity chanterelles and slightly sweet creamy corn pudding. * Duck Confit w/ apple chestnut puree, warren pears, red Belgian endive, sherry shallot vinaigrette ($36): https://tinyurl.com/n4f2kf79 Underwhelming; the duck confit was tender but the skin could have been crispier. The accompaniment was too sweet, almost dessert-like so it needed more vinaigrette for acid. * 7 oz. Australian Wagyu Bavette Steak w/ lobster mushroom confit, shaved carrots, pickled cauliflower mushrooms, portobello puree, bordelaise ($48): https://tinyurl.com/yzdnuxy5 *** Medium rare by default The soft and beefy bavette had a good seared crust and was perfectly medium rare. Nailed it. * Crispy Potatoes w/ brown butter, chives, lemon truffle crema ($14) Gotta have potatoes with your steak! Since the potatoes varied in size, only the small pieces were crispy. * Butterscotch Pot de Crème w/ whipped crème anglaise, English toffee, chocolate pretzel, candied pecan ($10): https://tinyurl.com/ye29ysju While I appreciate the dessert had a good caramel flavor and not overly sweet, there was no custard layer. It was just butterscotch flavored whipped crème anglaise. S E R V I C E Service is refined yet very approachable. Our server, Nico was awesome and there when we needed him. Drink and food service was prompt and well-paced (we're fast eaters). A M B I A N C E Modern and charming with rooms converted into cozy indoor dining areas (two levels). There's even a library. Loved the vibe of the outdoor patio with fire pits. Perfect date night place. P A R K I N G Private lot and street parking. Overall, I think the food has potential to be 5 stars. Great plating but I found the flavors to be restrained/one-note and some of the textures were lacking. Dishes were missing something to make it really noteworthy. But, Stokes Adobe is bringing something new and creative to the area so I get why they're so popular and highly rated. Loved the service and vibe (plus the great liquor selection) so would def visit again when in the area! read more
4 years ago
Made a large rezzie here for ~14 of us. their outdoor patio is SO cute. We tried a lot of items on the menu but my favorite was the pot de creme dessert and scallop appetizer! Apparently the house is haunted and your server may have stories! read more
2 years ago
Second time here. Came with a bigger group this time, so we were able to try more. On our first visit, we got the Snake River NY strip. We remembered this dish being incredible, but didn't order it because we wanted to try the Porterhouse dish. We had also previously gotten the shredded broccoli cheddar Caesar. I was going to write more, but we're just leaving now and I can only say that this place exceeds every possible expectation regardless of price point. Everything is done to a level beyond what you could bring yourself to believe is possible in Northern California outside of SF institutions and The French Laundry. I'm not being hyperbolic. Eat here. read more
Tried this place out because a yelp elite friend rated it as 5 star, and they were absolutely right! The broccoli cheddar salad looked exactly like the photos, but a tiny bit too sour for my taste. However, the tagliatelle was the star of the show. I've never had bolognese this creamy before. It tasted like it was a creamy rose sauce, but without the cream! One of the best pasta I've eaten read more
My husband and I came here for a Valentine's Day dinner and it was the best!! Our server was awesome and everything came out in a timely manner. We got a table upstairs and there was romantic French and quiet music playing as we ate. It was definitely pricy, but we knew it was a highly-rated restaurant and it was well worth the visit! read more
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Amazing food and service, it was literally the best food I've had in years. The place is very modern and cozy. read more
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Oscar really took care of us. He was attentive and we had a great conversation about lots of topics. We ordered family style so we tried a bit of everything. The standouts for me were the octopus in red whipped sauce, the roasted potatoes, and the ceviche tostada. My bf ordered 2 cocktails and he said they were delicious. read more
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