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Linguini Isabella  - Old Fisherman's Grotto, Monterey, CA

Old Fisherman's Grotto

4.8
4.8
1639 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 8 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Neighbourhood gem
Nestled on the historic Fisherman's Wharf, overlooking the picturesque Monterey Harbor, Old Fisherman’s Grotto is a must-visit dining destination. Renowned worldwide for its exquisite cuisine, impeccable service, and charming ambiance, the Grotto offers a culinary experience like no other. Our menu showcases fresh seafood sourced sustainably, USDA prime beef, and an extensive wine selection with over 200 choices recognized by Wine Spectator Magazine. With a commitment to providing an intimate dining atmosphere, we enforce a zero-tolerance policy for excessive noise levels, ensuring a pleasant experience for all our guests. We kindly ask patrons to keep noise levels moderate to respect others' dining experiences.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse, Unspecified
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 375-4604
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Juan Ponce
  • Area
    Monterey
  • Cross Street
    Scott Street
  • Parking details
    Details: Public parking adjacent to Fisherman's Wharf<br /><br />Additional Details: no highchairs, booster seats or strollers.
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,639 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Seafood

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Service

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Value

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for scenic views

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Seafood

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Old Fisherman's Grotto offers "the best clam chowder" on the Monterey Wharf, complemented by an exceptional dining experience. Guests rave about the "great service" provided by attentive staff like Iman and Pablo. The restaurant's "beautiful views" and diverse menu, including seafood and steak, make it a must-visit.

1,639 Reviews
  1. Joe

    Anchorage

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quality of both food and service exceeded expectations.
    Old Fisherman's GrottoResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your kind words! We’re thrilled to hear we exceeded your expectations. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  2. Robert

    VIP

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The grotto never disappoints. My family and I look forward to having dinner here annually. They always go above and beyond to make our Christmas dinner special. My mom loves to have table cloths down for dinner and they always accommodate that request. It makes a difference to us and is why we always choose the old fisherman’s grotto for our special dinners.
    Old Fisherman's GrottoResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your heartfelt review! We're honored to be part of your family's annual Christmas tradition and delighted that our efforts, like providing tablecloths, make your dinners special. We look forward to welcoming you back for many more memorable celebrations at Old Fisherman's Grotto.

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  3. Anthony

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Great service. Great food. Just didn’t enjoy watching the young kids in the tables next to us, squirming and ducking under their tables and their parents doing nothing to control their behavior.
    Old Fisherman's GrottoResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your feedback! We’re glad you enjoyed the food, service, and overall experience. We’re sorry to hear about the distraction from nearby tables—your dining comfort is important to us, and we’ll make sure to improve how we enforce our children's policy. We hope to welcome you back soon for another great meal!

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  4. Rob

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The grotto is a Monterey staple and they have 5 star menu. The food is always amazing and the service is impeccable to the tee. The pretzel is absolutely amazing too. Thank you chris and arline for an Amazing time.

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  5. Nikki

    Sacramento

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful ambience, the service was outstanding! We cant wait to go back; ordered the clam chowder, sand dabs, Alfredo pasta and the surf and turf. 10/10 we had to get everything to go because my kiddo was having a meltdown and eating it an hour later was still so good. Perfect portion, seasoning, taste - I highly recommend. The dining room was so quaint with a gorgeous view.
    Old Fisherman's GrottoResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're delighted you enjoyed the ambiance, service, and food. It's great to hear that even as takeout, your meal was satisfying. We look forward to welcoming you back for another amazing dining experience!

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  6. Steve

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always great service. From front desk to table bussers everyone did a great job always with courtesy and respect
    Old Fisherman's GrottoResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your kind words! We're delighted to hear that our entire team, from the front desk to the bussers, provided you with courteous and respectful service. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  7. Charles

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The Old Fisherman’s Grotto restaurant never disappoints- always great food and excellent service! We’ve started making this our “go to” place for special occasions because we know it will be great every time!
    Old Fisherman's GrottoResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your wonderful review! We're honored to be your "go-to" place for special occasions and delighted that our food and service consistently meet your expectations. We look forward to making your future celebrations memorable at Old Fisherman's Grotto

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  8. Kamiota

    VIP

    San Francisco

    13 reviews

    5.0

    13 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best place on the wharf to eat, clam chowder rocks! Can't say enough about how great the service was.

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  9. John

    VIP

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife and I had a great experience overall. Not inexpensive, but you get a decent amount of food and they were all very good. Service was also great. I recommend the ultimate seafood pasta.
    Old Fisherman's GrottoResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your experience! We’re so glad you and your wife enjoyed your meal. We agree—the Ultimate Seafood Pasta is a great choice! We appreciate your kind words about our service and look forward to welcoming you both back soon.

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  10. OMAR

    Portland

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing experience, wonderful service and delicious food. Our waitress was so nice and took good care of us. The rose at the end of the meal for my wife was a nice touch as well.
    Old Fisherman's GrottoResponded 4 days ago
    Thank you for sharing your experience! We're thrilled to hear you had an amazing time, enjoyed the service, and loved the food. We're glad the rose was a special touch for your wife as well—it’s always a pleasure to add a little extra to your experience. We look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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Old Fisherman's Grotto is rated 4.8 stars by 1639 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for Old Fisherman's Grotto

39 Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Scott Street
  • Area
    Monterey
  • Hours of Operation
    Mon–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Steakhouse, Unspecified
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Details: Public parking adjacent to Fisherman's Wharf<br /><br />Additional Details: no highchairs, booster seats or strollers.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Juan Ponce
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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