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Food - Passionfish, Pacific Grove, CA

Passionfish

4.7 (7426)
$31 to $50
Seafood
701 Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

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Passionfish

4.7
$31 to $50
Seafood
Pacific Grove

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
Passionfish offers a unique California dining experience with serious food and realistically priced wine in a fun and casual atmosphere. The ever-changing menu features the freshest, sustainable seafood, slow-cooked meats, organic greens, and delectable desserts, all complemented by an award-winning wine list priced nearly to retail. Passionfish is proudly owned and operated by Chef Meral Alpay and her son, Berk Guvenc. As pioneers in sustainable dining, Passionfish became the first restaurant in Monterey County to earn official ‘Green’ certification, reflecting their strong commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable seafood education.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 655-3311
  • Website
    http://www.passionfish.net/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Meral Alpay
  • Private party facilities
    Passionfish offers two rooms available for private dining. One room seats up to 30 persons and another up to 60 persons.
  • Location
    701 Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
  • Neighborhood
    Pacific Grove
  • Cross street
    Congress Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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Reviews

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4.7

4.7
(7426)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.4Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Seafood

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Food

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Innovative

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for fine wines

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Passionfish in Pacific Grove offers a delightful dining experience with exceptional seafood and attentive service. Guests rave about the "life changing biscuits," "perfect execution every time," and "outstanding food." The menu features unique flavors and fresh ingredients, making it ideal for special occasions. Highly recommended for its "friendly and knowledgeable" staff.
7,426 Reviews

  1. Paul

    San Francisco260 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Lovely evening. Our waitperson was delightful, and her wine knowledge and recommendation were excellent. The green salad was not overdressed and beautiful greens; the spicy fish soup was delicious. Scallops were great, and the trout special was very well done. The banana bread pudding was unremarkable, but at that point it didn’t matter. We will be happy to go back.

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  2. Heidi Gold

    San Diego43 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 2
    The food was delicious. We had yummy clams and linguini and a grilled shrimp dish. Good service. The restaurant looks and feels like a glorified Dennys. That is the negative and also no dedicated bar.

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The overall experience was excellent. It is a beautiful restaurant with a calming ambience. We had a glass of bubbly and the smoked striped bass ceviche tostaditas to start. The fish was so fresh and the flavors were creative. For the main dish, we had the daily special rainbow trout and the albacore tuna. Both dishes were cooked perfectly, and the flavors were again creative and fresh. We asked for a wine pairing and they came back with a perfect Chardonnay to pair with both dishes. The service was excellent, friendly and knowledgeable. I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone wanting to enjoy great fish dishes.

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  4. C.J.

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 28, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best meals we’ve had in ages— and we’re from the foodie Bay Area. Salads (beet, Brussels sprouts) excellent; duck and scallops were perfection. Top flight service; chill ambience. Wish we lived closer— perfect for a special evening.

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  5. Susan

    Sacramento13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 25, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Halibut was excellent, buttermilk biscuits melt in your moth and crab salad was light & refreshing. Service was great.

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  6. Patrick Gold

    Greater Boston13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 24, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sleeper spot. Amazing food and not too busy. A bland eater’s worst nightmare. A foody’s dream

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  7. Allan Gold

    Grand Rapids33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, delicious seafood and excellent, fast service!

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  8. Cindy

    San Francisco15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 23, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had another amazing meal at Passionfish! The ceviche tostacitas were delicately spicy and delicious! We both had the ahi tuna for our main course and it was seared perfectly! Dessert was the chocolate truffle torte with passionfruit syrup—outstanding! Our server was lovely and very knowledgeable about the entire menu. We love coming here for special occasions—such a magnificent restaurant!

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  9. TRISH

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on October 21, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding food. Everything was delicious and great service. Will definitely be going there again.

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  10. DAWN Gold

    San Francisco27 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on October 19, 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always exceptional. We have been dining here for 10 years, and the menu, wine and service are always outstanding. A must dine location if you are a food lover.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 655-3311
  • Website
    http://www.passionfish.net/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Meral Alpay
  • Private party facilities
    Passionfish offers two rooms available for private dining. One room seats up to 30 persons and another up to 60 persons.
  • Location
    701 Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
  • Neighborhood
    Pacific Grove
  • Cross street
    Congress Ave
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Gender Neutral Restroom, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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FAQs

Passionfish feels cozy and understated, a mellow, intimate dining room with nicely spaced seating and quieter corners that make it a popular spot for date nights and anniversaries.

Casual dress, comfortable, nothing formal expected; many guests still dress up a touch for anniversaries and date nights.

Sunday evenings are a popular choice at Passionfish, guests describe relaxed, date-night Sunday visits and recommend making a reservation.

Passionfish is proudly owned and operated by Chef Meral Alpay and her son, Berk Guvenc.

Many guests describe the portions as satisfying and filling, reviewers repeatedly note generous serving sizes that left them pleased.

Yes, Passionfish is frequently recommended for date night, with guests praising quiet, intimate seating, attentive service, and special-anniversary touches.

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Passionfish

4.7
$31 to $50
Seafood
Pacific Grove

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 27 times today
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