Down-to-earth restaurant spotlighting elevated surf ‘n’ turf & Asian-inspired specialties.
Dee Davis
We had a fantastic experience! Our waiter, Roman, was wonderful—friendly, kind, and very thoughtful throughout our meal. The food and drinks were absolutely delicious, and the ambiance was warm and inviting. We truly enjoyed our time there and will definitely be back!
… moreJin Kim
High-quality seafood restaurant located in the heart of the art district, right next to the monon trails. The ingredients are fresh, the service is excellent, and the overall experience was fantastic.
We had a few beers, some appetizers, and main courses — everything was delicious. One dish that really stood out was the seafood risotto. There’s no photo, but it’s highly recommended. The ingredients were fresh and tasted amazing making it the best dish of the night.
Parking can be a bit tricky, but they do offer valet service for $10, which is convenient.
It can get a little loud when it’s busy, but if you’re going for a special occasion, you definitely won’t regret it.
Make sure to book in advance.
… moreRebecca C
Just had the most amazing sushi experience at Monterey Cuisine! From start to finish, it was an absolute delight. The freshness of the fish was unparalleled, and each bite was a burst of flavor. The presentation was simply stunning, making it almost too beautiful to eat. The staff was incredibly friendly and attentive, ensuring that every need was met. The ambiance was perfect – cozy and inviting. Whether you’re a sushi connoisseur or a newbie, this place is a must-try! Trust me, you won’t be disappointed. Five stars all the way! ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
… moreKyle Cridlin
I visited recently for a work dinner and was thoroughly impressed. The atmosphere was perfect for a professional gathering, not too loud, but still lively. While the blackened salmon was cooked to perfection and full of flavor, the crab and artichoke dip absolutely stole the show. It’s easily one of the best appetizers I’ve had in a long time. Highly recommend!
… moreSoyoko U.
Sam was a great waiter and gave good recommendations. Food was delicious. I had the salmon tuna poke bowl, which was refreshing with edamame and avacado. The sandwich was also great: savory and the crab flavor really came out well. Carrot cake was not too sweet.
… moreBryce Rich
Monterey always lives up to expectations. This time, I tried the Macadamia Nut Chicken (pictured), and it was excellent. The pineapple papaya marmalade was a perfect complement to the dish. The atmosphere is cozy yet upscale, and the staff are always professional and attentive.
… moreCharles Edwards Jr
I’m rarely off & available to do lunch with my wife so I thought we’d try someplace new & make the most of it. We’re always looking for seafood so Monterey Coastal Cuisine seemed like an appropriate choice. I figured we’d try something light for lunch & if we liked it.. we’ll be back for dinner sometime. Whelp.. we’ll definitely be back for dinner. My wife enjoyed the look of the place & the atmosphere was just right.. light background music rather than the blaring noise of another establishment we’d recently visited. Our waitress was very attentive & was willing to make adjustments to our entrees to accommodate my wife’s dietary restrictions. There were several dishes I wanted to try, but like I said.. we planned on keeping it light.. but since everything was pretty much deliscious.. I’m sure that we’ll be back & I’ll get a chance to try all the dishes I passed on this time.. I can’t wait! I think we may have found a new favorite to add to our list..
… moreIbis L.
Monterey is a beautiful place in Carmel, is located literally next to the monon trail. The food is great, they have many options and a nice sushi bar. The service is good, friendly. Definitely is not a cheap place but is worth it.
… moreCharlotte Harris
What a beautiful place in Carmel! Monterey offers great food with many options available, including a nice sushi bar if you’re craving something different. The service is good and friendly, and the location right next to the Monon Trail is perfect. Be prepared to spend a little more—it’s not a cheap place—but the quality easily makes the experience worth it.
… moreBrian J
This was my first time at Monterey. Very vibrant and lively atmosphere. The staff was super nice from start to finish and I mean from the time we stepped foot in the door until we left it was nothing but kindness and smiles! Needless to say, the customer service was 100%.
The food was absolutely amazing. We started with the goat cheese dip as well as the crab cakes for appetizers. The dip was absolutely amazing, however they could increase the amount of bread that comes with it because it’s a lot of dip. We also tried the sushi and it was simply phenomenal.
For my entree I ordered the sea bass. This was hands down the best sea bass I have had in many many years. This level of quality is what I would have expected from a seafood restaurant on the coast, they truly nailed it!
And like always from start to finish I was swimming in an Old fashioned. This too was simply amazing!
Make sure you run and don’t walk to this place, definitely worth a visit and I will for sure be back!
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