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A photo of Homestead Restaurant at Big Sur Lodge restaurant
3.5
Very Good(26)
$$$$
• Contemporary American • Big Sur
Booked 1 time today
We enjoyed our dinner. At first they were out of their ribeye steaks, after rechecking our waiter found some.
A photo of Fish Hopper restaurant
4.5
Awesome(4001)
$$$$
• Seafood • Monterey
Booked 19 times today
This was one of the best lunches I’ve ever had. First, we were seated at the end of a long peninsula dining room built over the water. We had spectacular views of Monterey Bay on both sides. Second, the service was impeccable. Our server and her assistant supervised our meal with friendly precision. We never wanted for anything. Third, the food itself. We were parented with artfully crafted plates with an abundance of food. I’m I had the crab stuffed shrimp pasta and my friend had the crab and shrimp roll. We both had the New England clam chowder, which was melt in the mouth delectable. The dessert tray had at least ten choices, each as desirable as the next. All told, Fish Hopper is a not-miss restaurant when visiting and dining in Monterey.
A photo of Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette restaurant
4.5
Awesome(1537)
$$$$
• American • Marina
Booked 16 times today
Delicious food and beautiful atmosphere. The service was excellent. We had our two dogs with us and they traded them like guests as well. The drinks were absolutely phenomenal. My husband had a few 😊. Highly recommend and will be back as the sanctuary beach resort is one of our favorite places.
A photo of Anton & Michel Restaurant restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(3707)
$$$$
• Californian • Carmel
Booked 47 times today
Excellent service, food and ambience. Highly recommend.
A photo of Chart House Restaurant - Monterey restaurant
4.3
Awesome(7371)
$$$$
• Seafood • Monterey
Booked 52 times today
Phenomenal experience. Our waiter Joseph was fantastic. The view was unparalleled and the food delicious! They accommodated a group of six including two younger children without batting an eye and made it a very special night.
A photo of Stokes Adobe Restaurant restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1133)
$$$$
• Californian • Monterey
Booked 27 times today
Food was great! Wagyu Steak was cooked to perfection. The Mt. Toro Tomme & Prosciutto- 10/10. I forgot what my wife ordered but I know she loved it. We were there for our 12th anniversary. First time. Amazing.
A photo of Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa restaurant
Booked 17 times today
Been meaning to experience Estéban much sooner from excellent reviews read about it. We love the ambiance, we were greeted warmly by the host. The lady who took care of us was knowledgeable and very accommodating. She informed us of other special evenings and we plan to come back and experience Estéban again. The food was authentically Spanish. Flavors bursts at every bite.
A photo of Baja Cantina - Carmel restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(668)
$$$$
• Mexican / Southwestern • Carmel Valley
Booked 10 times today
The food and service are fabulous!! One of our very favorite Carmel favorites!
A photo of Rio Grill restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(2578)
$$$$
• Californian • Carmel
Booked 10 times today
Lovely atmosphere, good food, great service. The Rio Grill is a keeper!
A photo of Kona Steak and Seafood restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(395)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Monterey
Booked 16 times today
The food, the service (Nicolle)... everything was terrific. Excellent way to celebrate my birthday

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  • Michael
    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •6 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Excellent service, food and ambience. Highly recommend.
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    Anton & Michel Restaurant$$$$• Californian• Carmel
    •
    4.7
  • Linda
    Tahoe / Reno Area •7 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    This was one of the best lunches I’ve ever had. First, we were seated at the end of a long peninsula dining room built over the water. We had spectacular views of Monterey Bay on both sides. Second, the service was impeccable. Our server and her assistant supervised our meal with friendly precision. We never wanted for anything. Third, the food itself. We were parented with artfully crafted plates with an abundance of food. I’m I had the crab stuffed shrimp pasta and my friend had the crab and shrimp roll. We both had the New England clam chowder, which was melt in the mouth delectable. The dessert tray had at least ten choices, each as desirable as the next. All told, Fish Hopper is a not-miss restaurant when visiting and dining in Monterey.
    More info
    Fish Hopper$$$$• Seafood• Monterey
    •
    4.5
  • AndreaGold
    Cleveland / Akron / Canton •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 2 days ago
    Phenomenal experience. Our waiter Joseph was fantastic. The view was unparalleled and the food delicious! They accommodated a group of six including two younger children without batting an eye and made it a very special night.
    More info
    Chart House Restaurant - Monterey$$$$• Seafood• Monterey
    •
    4.3
  • Lia
    San Francisco Bay Area •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 6 days ago
    Delicious food and beautiful atmosphere. The service was excellent. We had our two dogs with us and they traded them like guests as well. The drinks were absolutely phenomenal. My husband had a few 😊. Highly recommend and will be back as the sanctuary beach resort is one of our favorite places.
    More info
    Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette$$$$• American• Marina
    •
    4.5
  • Shirley
    San Francisco Bay Area •28 reviews
    4.0
    Dined on Aug 1, 2026
    We enjoyed our dinner. At first they were out of their ribeye steaks, after rechecking our waiter found some.
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    Homestead Restaurant at Big Sur Lodge$$$$• Contemporary American• Big Sur
    •
    3.5
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