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The Whaling Station Steakhouse, Monterey, CA

The Whaling Station Steakhouse

4.6
4.6
2440 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 19 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for creative cocktails
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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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Prime Rib
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 373-3778
  • Website
    https://thewhalingstation.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Pete Martinez
  • Private party facilities
    The Whaling Station offers private dining for groups of 16 to 50. Having a birthday, special event or party please contact us directly to reserve or get additional information.
  • Location
    763 Wave Street, Monterey, CA 93940
  • Area
    Monterey
  • Cross Street
    Prescott Ave.
  • Parking details
    Enjoy free parking in our private lot. Valet parking available on Friday and Saturday.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 2,440 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
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Steakhouse

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Whaling Station Steakhouse in Monterey offers a remarkable dining experience, praised for its "amazing food and service." Guests rave about the "best steak and service in Monterey County," and the ambiance is often described as "exceptional." The attentive staff and delicious menu make it perfect for special occasions.

2,440 Reviews

  1. Brian

    VIP

    Phoenix

    25 reviews

    5.0

    25 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From the bartender to Dan and David our waiters we had a superlative experience! Food was perfect, outstanding steaks.

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  2. Marcia

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Enjoyed a wonderful birthday dinner for my husband. Good service, excellent food. The parking was an unexpected bonus! We will be back.
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded today
    Marcia, we're thrilled to have been a part of your husband's birthday celebration! It's fantastic to hear that you enjoyed our excellent food and service. Thank you for choosing us for such a special occasion, and we can't wait to welcome you both back for more memorable meals in the future!

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  3. sam

    VIP

    San Francisco

    37 reviews

    5.0

    37 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a great experience. Service impeccable and food superb. You can never go wrong with anything on the menu.
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded 1 day ago
    Sam, we're overjoyed to hear about your consistently great experiences with us! It means the world to us that you find our service impeccable and our food superb. Your support and kind words truly motivate us to keep delivering top-notch dining experiences. We can't wait to see you back for more of your favorite dishes from our menu!

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  4. Lawrence

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was a grade A, and service was excellent.
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded 3 days ago
    Lawrence, we're thrilled that you found our food top-notch and the service excellent. Your positive feedback means a lot to us! Thank you for your kind review.

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  5. Genevieve

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Celebrated a birthday. Great place to do so. Was not too busy as we went on a Thursday. I put that we had a child and they were very accommodating there is a kids menu which I forgot to take a picture of. Kids menu consist of steak, chicken, pasta marinara or creamy. I think it was salmon and chips. My daughter got the creamy fettuccine with shrimp Before we ordered our server (I'm so sorry I cannot remember his name I think it started with an "S") Took out drink order then came back to show us the different cuts of steak they had from Nebraska. This was the birthday celebrants first time at the Whaling Station and it did no disappoint. Thank you staff!
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded 4 days ago
    Genevieve, we're thrilled that you chose to celebrate a birthday with us! It's fantastic that your daughter enjoyed the creamy fettuccine with shrimp from our kids' menu. Thank you for sharing such a wonderful review and for giving us the opportunity to make your celebrations special. We can't wait to welcome you back for more!

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  6. Pegge

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience. Great food. Great service. Couldn’t have asked for anything more.
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded 4 days ago
    Pegge, we're thrilled to hear that you had a great dining experience with us! We're so pleased that you enjoyed our food and service. Thank you for your kind words - it means the world to us. We can't wait to welcome you back for more fantastic meals and service!

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  7. Gregory

    San Joaquin

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The Whaling Station is by far the best restaurant in Monterey. Great food, ambiance & service that can’t be matched!
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded 7 days ago
    Gregory, we are absolutely thrilled to hear that you consider us the best restaurant in Monterey! Your kind words about our food, ambiance, and service truly mean the world to us. We're grateful for your support and can't wait to welcome you back for another exceptional dining experience. Thank you so much for your wonderful review!

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  8. carol

    Central Coast

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and great food would definitely recommend
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded 7 days ago
    Carol, we're thrilled that you enjoyed both our service and food! Thank you for recommending us - your support means the world to us. We can't wait to see you back for another fantastic dining experience soon!

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  9. Kathleen

    VIP

    Central Coast

    67 reviews

    5.0

    67 reviews

    Dined on 2 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are always greeted warmly with a big smile. The food is consistently great so we are sure of what to expect. There is no better service anywhere.
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded 7 days ago
    Kathleen, we're thrilled to hear that our warm service and consistently great food leave you with positive expectations every time. Your kind words mean the world to us, and we're grateful for your wonderful support. It's always a pleasure serving you, and we can't wait to welcome you back for more incredible dining experiences!

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  10. Anthony & Lisa

    Sacramento

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 1 January 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I and my wife always love coming here when we visit Monterey. The service, food, ambiance is unmatched.
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded 7 days ago
    Anthony & Lisa, we're thrilled to be your go-to spot for an unmatched dining experience in Monterey! Your kind words about our service, food, and ambiance mean the world to us. We can't wait to welcome you back on your next visit for more delightful meals. Thank you for your continued support!

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FAQs

The Whaling Station Steakhouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 373-3778.

The Whaling Station Steakhouse is rated 4.6 stars by 2440 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 19 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for The Whaling Station Steakhouse

763 Wave Street, Monterey, CA 93940

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Prescott Ave.
  • Area
    Monterey
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Prime Rib
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Enjoy free parking in our private lot. Valet parking available on Friday and Saturday.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Pete Martinez
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://thewhalingstation.com/
  • Phone number
    (831) 373-3778
  • Private party facilities
    The Whaling Station offers private dining for groups of 16 to 50. Having a birthday, special event or party please contact us directly to reserve or get additional information.

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