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

Old Fisherman's Grotto

4.8
4.8
1697 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 22 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
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 1,697 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 Overall

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Service

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Ambience

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Best Value

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for scenic views

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Good for special occasions

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Old Fisherman's Grotto in Monterey is a cherished dining spot known for "amazing food" and "outstanding service." Guests consistently praise its "best clam chowder" and "beautiful views" of the bay. With a "welcoming atmosphere" and "attentive staff," it remains a "must-visit" for any occasion.

1,697 Reviews
  1. EdwardC

    San Joaquin1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was outstanding! Elegant dining atmosphere and great service. Always a must when we’re in the area

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  2. Joyce

    Orange County61 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Just the right time to enjoy dungeness crab. So delicious! The fresh vegetables were excellent. So much flavor. And the butternut squash risotto was to die for as well. The ambiance is great. And the best service. I highly recommend Old Fisherman's Grotto! Don't miss out. Be sure to make your reservations on the Open Table App.

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    Tahoe2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food, the service was wonderful. Perfect atmosphere. Highly recommended!

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  4. Jordan

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Phenomenal ocean views and mellow ambience. An excellent restaurant with great service and top quality food.

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  5. CelinaG

    Portland2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing time celebrating our honeymoon there last night. The food was incredible, i would probably pass on the crab tower appetizer but my husband really enjoyed it even still. I had been on the hunt for a good lemon drop martini and the old fisherman’s grotto did not disappoint! This restaurant is so charming and has a classic feel and nostalgic vibe without sacrificing quality in the least. Thank you for a wonderful evening!

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  6. David VIP

    Central Coast56 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Best restaurant to go to on MRY Fisherman's Wharf. We find the fried calamari one of the best around -- and they will always give yo a complementary appetizer to share. Go mid-week when wine by the bottle is discounted 25%.

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  7. Trudy

    San Francisco15 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Beased on the reviews I had read I was disappointed. The host/hostess were welcoming, all staff with the exception of our waiter were pleasant and thanked us for coming as we walked through the restaurant. The food was fine, crab tower was great, scallops and halibut were good. Service was less than expected. Maybe it was an off night. I may try again when in the area.

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 3 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing! I had the macadamia crusted halibut and the clam chowder. Both were phenomenal!

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  9. LouAnne

    Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always! Staff and food never disappoint.

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  10. Alvaro VIP

    Las Vegas6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 1 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is in my opinion is the best restaurant in all of Monterey. Perhaps in the entire central coast. Without a doubt.

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Old Fisherman's Grotto is rated 4.8 stars by 1697 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 22 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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