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Schooners Monterey, Monterey, CA

Schooners Monterey

4.6
4.6
3020 Reviews
$31 to $50
Californian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 40 times today
  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:30 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 372-2628
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Rotondo
  • Private party facilities
    The Monterey Plaza's ten conference and banquet rooms provide more than 16,000 square feet of indoor meeting space that can accommodate groups for meetings, conferences, banquets and private parties. In addition, the Hotel's grand outdoor Plaza can host events.
  • Private party contact
    Kui Maluki: (831) 372-2628
  • Area
    Monterey
  • Cross Street
    Inside the Monterey Plaza Hotel at 400 Cannery Row in Monterey CA.
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 3,020 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Great for outdoor dining

  • California Central Coast

    Most Booked

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for brunch

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for scenic views

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Californian

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Schooners Monterey offers "fabulous ocean front setting" with delightful seafood and varied menu options, complemented by attentive service. Guests rave about the "wonderful kids menu" and "excellent service" provided by staff like Aurelio and Rebecca. The views of Monterey Bay and outdoor seating create a "fantastic ambiance," making it a must-visit for both locals and visitors.

3,020 Reviews
  1. Andrew

    San Francisco

    58 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    58 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Great service but some poor execution on the food. Fries were cold with the fish and chips. Oysters were not cleaned thoroughly so dirt was on the oyster and inside the shell. All the brine was gone so no flavor. Definitely not worth the price. Caesar salad was swimming in dressing. The leaves don’t need to be presented uncut. How about a nice vigorous toss with cut leaves and more modest dressing amount? I don’t recommend the peppers with the crab pasta linguine as it’s incompatible with the ingredients. Otherwise very good dish.

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  2. Bonnie

    Los Angeles

    14 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    14 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food at schooners is consistently good and you get beautiful views of Monterey Bay. The serving staff is very friendly and helpful -overall it was very nice experience and we’ve gone there for breakfast lunch and dinner and they have great variety.

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  3. Julie

    Sacramento

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time here, and loved the outside seating. Service was great, and the food was wonderful! Will definitely return!

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  4. Kristin

    Greater Boston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was on point and the food was outstanding! I can’t wait to go back.

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  5. Betty

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great lunch! Food, Ambience, wait staff fantastic! The birthday cake for my friend was sooo special ❣️

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  6. Sandi

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 19 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything about our dining experience was positively memorable. Food and service were outstanding. The best meal we've had during our trip to Monterey. I'd like to get the chef's salmon recipe...best ever.

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  7. KimF

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 17 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    It was a bit chilly so we asked to be seated inside. Still chilly in there. Took awhile for service but the food and drinks came pretty fast after we ordered. The food was fantastic. Each in our party of 4 had something different. It felt special and we all enjoyed our meal.

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  8. Sarah

    Greater Boston

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 16 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The location is fantastic, located in historic cannery row and right on the water. The service was also very good. The food was good but overpriced, which is clearly inflated by the location.

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  9. Darlene

    Springfield

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent choice for dinner and service was super.

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  10. Steve

    Portland

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food, great view, terrific service - might go back tonight!

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Schooners Monterey is rated 4.6 stars by 3020 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 40 times today
Google Map for Schooners Monterey

400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Inside the Monterey Plaza Hotel at 400 Cannery Row in Monterey CA.
  • Area
    Monterey
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:30 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Michael Rotondo
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (831) 372-2628
  • Private party facilities
    The Monterey Plaza's ten conference and banquet rooms provide more than 16,000 square feet of indoor meeting space that can accommodate groups for meetings, conferences, banquets and private parties. In addition, the Hotel's grand outdoor Plaza can host events.
  • Private party contact
    Kui Maluki: (831) 372-2628
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