Old Fisherman's Grotto

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Old Fisherman's Grotto ... Seafood, Steak, and Pasta Restaurant.... Phone: 831.375.4604 Fax: 831.375.0391 http://www.oldfishermansgrotto.com http://twitter.com/OldFishGrotto

Story

Located on Historic Old Fisherman's Wharf with stunning views of the Monterey Harbor, Old Fisherman’s Grotto is a "must visit" restaurant. The “Grotto” has rightfully earned its worldwide reputation for only the finest cuisine in a superb atmosphere and service. Featuring fresh seafood from sustainable sources including Macadamia Crusted Halibut, Hawaiian Swordfish, Ultimate Seafood Pasta, live Crab and Lobster, the Grotto also offers a variety of the finest “Certified Angus Beef” steaks available. Start with our award-winning clam chowder and finish by indulging in one of our fresh house-made desserts. Enjoy a bottle of wine from our Wine Enthusiast Magazine award-winning wine list with over 200 selections specializing in local vineyards. Monterey Peninsula Chamber of Commerce 2009 Business Excellence Award Winner. 2010 1st Place Winner in the "West Coast Chowder Competition", 2006-2012 Winner for "Best Chowder" in the Monterey County's Weekly Magazine "People's Choice Award".

Mission

A Special Place for locals and visitors.
No highchairs, booster seats or strollers.

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http://www.oldfishermansgrotto.com/menu.htm

Address: 39 Fishermans Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940, USA

Phone: (831) 375-4604

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State: California

Zip Code: 93940

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I ordered the off-menu "clam bake" clam chowder bread bowl. It's served with cheese on top. This clam chowder is one of the best I've ever tasted, and the sourdough bread bowls are perfectly complimentary. The restaurant is classy, which is surprising given its location. The service is friendly, and each lady leaves with a free rose courtesy of a tradition set in motion by the owners. The view is pier-side and is pleasant but not exquisite. I wasn't dressed for the occasion, but the service was exquisite nevertheless. Classy.

 9 years ago (05-10-2017)

This place was amazing. Perfectly cooked fish and strong cocktails. Our server was on it. Very knowledgeable about the food choices and suggesting what was fish was freshest. The clam chowder is out of this world. Don't skip dessert, ask to see the dessert tray it's awesome.

 9 years ago (18-10-2017)

Disappointed with the food and service. Waited 45 minutes for a seat. When we finally got called they sat us by the front, by the window facing the boardwalk where we stood, waiting this whole time. I asked if we can move into the restaurant, maybe a table facing the water. They said that we would have to wait 30 more minutes because there wasn't any available.  We didn't want to wait so we just sat down. Few minutes later I went to the restroom and saw about 4 open tables in the restaurant. At this point, it was clear they pick and choose people who they want sitting in the restaurant and getting the nice view. We are a young, Indian couple and I feel discriminated against. I paid just as much as anyone else, I feel like I should get to enjoy the restaurant. 

Now the food. We ordered one of the items of the specials menu. It came out and the salmon had no taste, the veggies it came with had more flavor than the actual main part of the dish. 

After taking the order the waiter barely came around. Service was poor and I would not recommend anyone going here. Hard pass!

 9 years ago (07-09-2017)

My husband and I went here on the last night of our honeymoon and our only complaint was that we didn't find this place sooner!

Ricardo C. was our server and he, along with all the staff, was simply amazing! The food was perfect (we ordered scallops and the surf 'n' turf), the wine was excellent, and the view couldn't have been better!

 9 years ago (24-10-2017)

Fantastic food and best clam chowder on that pier. The waiters are bit too nice, having signs on the tables about not serving water and refills without being ask due to the drought, but doing so anyways. What a waste. The seafood is perfect though even though a little overpriced, but I truly enjoyed every bite!
Plus I loved the remark outside of loud whiney children not being welcome. Thank you for that! It is impossible how other restaurants let one whiney child disturb the experience of many guests! Very appreciated.

 9 years ago (24-10-2017)

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