Best Lunch Restaurants in Marina

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1. Schooners Monterey

4.6

Exceptional(3035)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Monterey

Booked 41 times today

Schooners, suspended over the waters of Monterey Bay, is a stunning restaurant featuring sustainable seafood and approachable, contemporary American cuisine. The ideal location for celebrating the Central Coast and the spectacular coastal region, the Schooners team commitment to fresh, sustainable seafood is reflected in the creative menu which features a variety of seafood options, both raw and cooked, as well as appetizers, soups, salads and main courses. A creative cocktail menu is served alongside an impressive wine list highlighting Monterey County vintners.

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2. Kona Steak and Seafood

4.8

Exceptional(110)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Monterey

Booked 28 times today

KONA Steak & Seafood was voted the "Best New Restaurant" winner on the beautiful Monterey Peninsula for 2023. Located in the popular Del Monte Shopping Center in Monterey, just minutes from Carmel, Pacific Grove, & all Peninsula cities.A fabulous menu! Enjoy fresh seafood, lobster, Hawaiian loco moco, fresh ahi tuna, a great bacon cheeseburger, bone-in rib eye, miso-glazed seabass, filet mignon, macadamia nut crusted halibut, entree salads, cioppino, seafood pasta, Maui onion soup, coconut curry soup, and a large host of enticing appetizers. Enjoy KONA's generous portions, good value, & free abundant parking! The house baked desserts are worth a trip on their own..... incredible!! The gorgeous "ZenDen Bar" features full bar & "Tiki Bar" style concoctions curated with house made ingredients, and nightly Happy Hour from 3:00-9:00pm. Local wine list, craft draft beers, kid's menu, dog-friendly lanai/patio dining, continuous lunch & dinner service 7 days a week from 11:00am.

3. Fish Hopper

4.5

Awesome(3766)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Monterey

Booked 43 times today

Experience the beauty of the Pacific Ocean combined with world-class dining on historic Cannery Row, just a short walk from the Monterey Bay Aquarium. The newly renovated Fish Hopper, housed in an original sardine cannery building, offers spectacular views of the stunning Monterey Bay from every table, including our heated outdoor patio. The Fish Hopper specializes in fresh, sustainable seafood, certified Angus beef, pastas, and live shellfish. Our seafood is either locally caught or shipped in fresh daily, and our produce is locally grown in the Salinas Valley. Some favorites include fresh Monterey Bay abalone, macadamia-crusted halibut, our famous “Tomahawk Chop” bone-in rib eye, and fresh Dungeness crab. Start your meal with our award-winning clam chowder, and indulge in one of our many exotic cocktail creations or a selection from our extensive wine collection. While enjoying your delicious meal, you can watch sea otters at play and even catch a glimpse of the occasional whale.

4. Il Vecchio

4.5

Awesome(91)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pacific Grove

Booked 30 times today

Located near the Aquarium, we offer a true taste of Italy with our homemade pastas and hand-picked Italian wines. Enjoy dishes crafted from cherished family recipes in a warm, rustic setting that evokes the charm of an Italian trattoria. Whether it's a romantic dinner or a family gathering, Il Vecchio promises an unforgettable dining experience with stunning bay views and exceptional hospitality. Voted "Best Italian Restaurant" every year since 2011.

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5. Rosine's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(588)

Price: Moderate

• American • Monterey

Booked 37 times today

Rosine's Restaurant turns traditional American comfort food into an art form. This local family-owned and operated casual dining restaurant has been open for 43+ years. The Culcasi family, owners of Rosine's, have received a bit of national fame as it has appeared on Guy Fieri's show "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives". Rosine's offers indoor and outdoor (pet friendly) dining serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, beer wine and signature craft cocktails. Breakfast offers include Eggs Benedicts, Omelets and a variety of other breakfast specialities. As for lunch and dinner, there is a mix of American and Italian dishes. Some of the most popular dishes on the menu include their Beef Minestrone soup, Chicken Parmesan and Lasagna. Scrumptious sandwiches, fresh salads and burgers are also elevated. They are known world wide for their award-winning house made desserts. A consistent winner with the locals for Best Comfort Food, Best Family Restaurant, Best Desserts + more.

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6. Chart House Restaurant - Monterey

4.4

Awesome(6909)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Monterey

Booked 70 times today

Chart House is a fine dining restaurant serving seafood & steak and famous for their spectacular views. For more than 50 years, Chart House has redefined the ideal dining experience. With 27 waterfront and showcase locations ranging from the historic to the unforgettable, Chart House restaurants specialize in dazzling views, unique cuisine and exceptional service. From fresh fish specialties to slow-roasted prime rib, the renowned chefs of Chart House have tailored a menu that adds a unique touch to local flavors. And the Chart House happy hour is a guest favorite, where guest favor our signature cocktails and delicious bites you are sure to enjoy. Our original Hot Chocolate Lava Cake is the perfect end to a memorable dining experience at Chart House. Chart House offers the ideal setting for your next event. We would be happy to assist you with all the details of your special occasion.

7. Tarpy's Roadhouse

4.6

Exceptional(3589)

Price: Moderate

• American • Monterey

Booked 28 times today

Relax in this 1917 Roadhouse and enjoy creative, Five Star American Country Cuisine. The wood-burning grill provides wonderful flavors for the freshest seafood and prime steaks. Set on five landscaped acres, the patios and extensive gardens provide a refreshing backdrop for hearty sandwiches, vegetarian entrees and tempting salads. Reservations are recommended.We are limited to outdoor seating. Please wear warm clothes for dinner. Not all tables have heat. All tables of 4 we allow 1 hour 30 minutes. Parties of 6 or more 2 hours. If you need more time please let us know. We require credit cards for parties over 6. All guests must wear a mask while entering the restaurant. You may take it off once seated. If your late for your reservation, please call we allow 15 minute grace period. Tarpy's also offers affordable off-site catering drop offs

8. Jacks Monterey

4.1

Excellent(286)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Monterey

Booked 2 times today

Jacks Monterey is poised to provide a refreshing culinary experience in downtown Monterey, inside the Portola Hotel & Spa. Emphasizing local ingredients, high-quality seafood, and an award-winning wine and cocktail program, Jacks philosophy derives from globally-inspired traditions of California Cultural Cuisine highlighting flavor profiles unique to cultures from around the world. With design details throughout the indoor and outdoor dining venue to echo the beautiful surrounding landscape, the atmosphere at Jacks promises to be sophisticated—never pretentious. Jacks offers a variety of seating with a bar, fireplace lounge, and pet-friendly, outdoor space features living walls, bistro lighting, and fire pits. Open for Breakfast & Dinner. For more information visit www.portolahotel.com/dining/jacks-monterey

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9. The Whaling Station Steakhouse

4.6

Exceptional(2436)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Monterey

Booked 30 times today

The internationally acclaimed Whaling Station Steakhouse, perched just above Steinbeck’s Cannery Row has been Monterey County’s #1 Steak House for over 50 years, The Whaling Station takes the term “Steakhouse” seriously...Select your USDA Prime cut of the USA’s finest beef from a silver tray or enjoy our slow-roasted USDA Prime, Prime Rib. An award-winning wine list and full spirits bar compliment your dining experience. Serving Dinner and cocktails from 4:30pm daily. The Bar at The Whaling Station Steakhouse has its own menu and its own local following, with drink specials and lively conversation served nightly. Parking in our private lot. A private, 50-seat banquet room is also available.

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10. El Torito - Monterey

3.9

Excellent(1216)

Price: Moderate

• Mexican • Monterey

Booked 41 times today

The authority in great Mexican food for more than 65 years. Offering a memorable experience to make each guest feel like family.

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Desiree
Fresno / San Joaquin Valley •3 reviews
5.0
Dined today
Hade the swordfish with a saffron sauce, butternut squash ravioli, English peas and bokchoy, AMAZING! Our waitress was very helpful when asked about the food and made suggestions according to our taste. It’s been a while since I was so pleased with my meal.
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Fish HopperPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Monterey
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PamelaC
San Francisco Bay Area •5 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had the crabcakes and the scallops. It was all delicious, and we enjoyed it very much. Our server was very nice and we received our food in a timely manner., and we were very pleased with the whole experience.
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Schooners MontereyPrice: Expensive• Californian• Monterey
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4.6
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sarita
Orange County •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
On January 2nd, my husband and I went out for dinner, and we had a fantastic experience. The restaurant was spotless, the food was absolutely delicious, and the service was impressively fast. I would highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a great dining experience. It’s a wonderful spot for families!
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Rosine's RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Monterey
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4.6
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elizabethVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •13 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 Dec 2024
What a little gem this restaurant is every staff member was so nice and the ambiance was great not loud even though it was busy the food was exceptional had the wok fried rice with shrimp husband had the teriyaki steak and good also the drinks delicious and the lava cake omg so good will definitely be back
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Kona Steak and SeafoodPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Monterey
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4.8
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Crystal
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •1 review
5.0
Dined on 28 Dec 2024
It was our first time there. It was a wonderful experience. The wine list is small but an all star list. Unique and fun appetizers. The Beet and orange salad was amazing, as was My main dish, a gnocchi with sausage in pesto sauce. My mother's main dish, the saffron seafood pasta was to die for. All staff were very attentive especially our server Christian. Can't wait to go again:)
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Il VecchioPrice: Moderate• Italian• Pacific Grove
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4.5

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21 restaurants available nearby

1. Schooners Monterey

2. Kona Steak and Seafood

3. Fish Hopper

4. Il Vecchio

5. Rosine's Restaurant

6. Chart House Restaurant - Monterey

7. Tarpy's Roadhouse

8. Jacks Monterey

9. The Whaling Station Steakhouse

10. El Torito - Monterey

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