Ann Kelly's By the Lake 55 Camino Aquajito, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-646-2002, Nestled in an open, airy light-filled setting overlooking picturesque Lake El Estero, this restaurant is known for their lumber jack breakfasts, hearty lunches, and romantic dinners, all in a warm, friendly atmosphere. They are open daily for breakfast and lunch, plus serve dinner Wednesday through Sunday. more...

Rosine's Restaurant 434 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-375-1400, Open daily for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, this family restaurant offers a menu filled with delicious homemade soups, hearty meals, homemade fresh pies, delicious award-winning cakes, and daily specials. more...

Tarpy's Roadhouse 2999 Monterey Salinas Highway, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-647-1444, Established in 1917, this roadhouse specializes in Five Star American Country cuisine and their wood-burning grill provides wonderful flavors for wild game, the freshest seafood, and prime steaks, complemented by a full bar and award-winning wine list. The roadhouse is set on five landscaped acres and it features seven private and semi-private rooms and full service, off-site catering services.  more...

Montrio Bistro 414 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-648-8880, An upscale American bistro that combines the best of American and European influences in its cuisine. The bistro is situated in a delightfully updated, historical Monterey firehouse and it features innovative dishes like Dungeness Crab Cakes with spicy remoulade, Oven-Roasted Portabella Mushroom with ragout of vegetables, and the taste-tempting Hazelnut Mint Vacherin. more...

Trailside Cafe and Coffee House 550 Wave Street, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-649-8600, Capture the essence of the Mediterranean while at this romantic, charming cafe that features two dining rooms and a heated outdoor patio with a breathtaking view of the Monterey Bay. The menu offers a terrific selection of breakfast and lunch items, plus the cafe offers an espresso bar that is complemented by a great selection of pastries from local bakeries. more...

Rollick's Specialty Coffee & Internet 2440 Fremont Avenue #203, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-647-7200, A full service coffee house that provides wireless broadband in house computers and connections, as well as a full menu of coffee drinks and a variety of standard coffee house fare. They also specialize in catering events, coffee needs, and supplying coffee containers.

Epsilon Fine Greek Restaurant 422 Tyler, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-655-8108, Owner Petros Mungridis presents a colorful selection of authentic Greek recipes from time tested family traditions in cooking at this charming, relaxing restaurant. more...

Cibo Ristorante Italiano 301 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-649-8151, An intimate, yet vibrant atmosphere is accentuated with expressive art in the form of photography, paintings, sculpture, hand-blown glass, and live jazz at this restaurant that fuses the best of old and new world Italian cuisine, resulting in an eclectic menu from gourmet pizzas to multi-course dinners. They are open nightly for dinner. more...

Norma Jean's Restaurant 2339 North Fremont Street, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-372-3265, Executive Chef Pinto prepares Mediterranean cuisine, inspired by foods from the South of France, Spain, and different regions of Italy, at this restaurant that is open daily for lunch and dinner and offers a wide variety of fine wines for your dining pleasure.

Stokes Restaurant & Bar 500 Hartnell Street, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-373-1110, Over 170 years of vibrant history can be found at this adobe landmark that features the rustic Mediterranean cuisine of Chef Brandon Miller. The dishes are created with inspiration from the Mediterranean crescent, including Spain, Southern France, and Italy’s Ligurian Coast. Six separate dining areas provide a versatile space for any size event and they are open for dinner. more...

El Palomar Restaurant 724 Abrego Street, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-372-1032, Known for its spacious ambiance and outdoor terrace dining, this lively Mexican restaurant offers a full menu of traditional Mexican dishes, as well as seafood dishes, and it also features a cantina and full bar service. more...

Zocalo 481 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-373-0234, A full service Mexican restaurant that proudly features handmade tortillas, Black Angus Beef, and local wines, as well as other specialties including Chicken Mole, Lobster Tacos, and Wild Salmon, on their menu. They are open Monday through Saturday for lunch and dinner; closed on Sundays.

Grill at Ryan Ranch 1 Harris Court, Suite 103-104, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-647-0390, This casual fine dining restaurant specializes in serving mouthwatering Pacific Rim cuisine in a warm and comfortable setting. They are open Monday through Friday for lunch and dinner and open on Saturday for dinner only; closed on Sundays.  more...

California Pizza Kitchen 1100 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-375-4975, A fun, family restaurant that serves authentic California-style cuisine, ranging from their signature California-style, hearth-baked pizzas to creative salads, pastas, soups, and sandwiches. more...

Blue Fin Cafe and Billiards 685 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-375-7000, Overlooking historic Cannery Row, this place is the premier spot for food, and entertainment and it features a complete bar, 22 handcrafted beers from around the world on tap, and a great menu of American favorites. more...

Britannia Arms 444 Alvarado Street, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-656-9543, Stop by this authentic British pub and enjoy a pint or their famous fish and chips, bangers, burgers, ribs, steaks, or any number of the wide variety of foods on the menu. more...

Crown & Anchor 150 West Franklin Street, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-649-6496, Slip back in time to the days of royal splendor and old sailing ships when you visit this truly authentic British pub and restaurant where you can enjoy one of their 20 international beers on tap, cocktails, excellent California wines, or a classic single malt scotch. The menu offers an array of appetizers, salads, sandwiches, and 18 reasonably priced entrees and daily specials, and they are open daily for lunch and dinner. more...

Mucky Duck, The 479 Alvarado, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-655-3031, This British pub is reminiscent of a secluded restaurant hideaway in a 1924 Spanish-style adobe structure and it features a fire lit outdoor patio and old world feeling indoor dining rooms. A British, Spanish, American, and Italian menu is served daily for lunch and dinner, complemented by full bar service and nightly live entertainment.  more...

Cafe Fina 47 Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940, Located on the Fisherman's Wharf, 831-372-5200, 800-THE-FINA, "Monterey's Premier Seafood Restaurant," this restaurant offers outstanding views of the bay, a delectable menu, a full bar, and an extensive wine list. A wide variety of seafood dishes are on the menu, as well as live Maine lobster, lamb chops grilled over Mesquite wood, brick oven pizzas, and fresh homemade pastas.  more...

Chart House 444 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-372-3362, An American tradition, this well known seafood restaurant provides the very best in fresh fish and seafood on its menu, such as its delectable dishes like Dynamite Mahi-Mahi and Snapper Hemingway. Other specialties, such as Slow-Roasted Prime Rib and Tenderloin Medallions, can also be found on the menu. more...

Fish Hopper, The 700 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-372-8543, World famous for their clam chowder, this seafood restaurant is located in what once was an original sardine cannery building and it offers spectacular panoramic views of the beautiful Monterey Bay from every table. An extensive menu of seafood dishes is served daily for lunch and dinner. more...

Gilberts 30 Wharf #1, Monterey, CA 93940, Located on Monterey Fisherman's Wharf, 831-375-3113, This seafood restaurant offers tasty seafood entrees that are reasonably priced and tailored to the tastes of the average American palate. Fried calamari, Boston cream chowder, and scallops are on the menu, complemented by good quality local winery products. They are open daily for lunch and dinner.

Louie Linguini's 660 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-648-8500, Created by actor, athlete, and adventurer Louie Linguini, this restaurant offers magnificent fresh seafood, delicious pasta creations, and trademark individual pizzas, all in an atmosphere of a seafood shack, inspired by Louie's World War II years in the South Pacific. more...

Old Fisherman's Grotto 39 Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940, 831-375-4604, Established in 1950, this restaurant is known for their delicious, award-winning, original Monterey style clam chowder and it specializes in fresh seafood from all over the world, as well as a variety of steaks, Italian pastas, fresh made desserts, extensive appetizer list, and a children's menu. They are open daily for lunch and dinner. more...