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Maligne is a mixture of contemporary European and classic American dining, it’s an approachable fine dining restaurant. Our seafood-driven menu celebrates the bounty of the surrounding region’s land and sea. Inspired by the warm and generous hospitality Chef Klaus Georis witnessed in his childhood, along with his work in Michelin-star restaurants on two continents. Klaus and his team now bring the excellence and integrity of a fine dining experience to their community. Maligne, which derives from the French word for “clever,” “sly,” or even “troublesome,” indicates that Chef Georis is eager to put his own playfully irreverent spin on contemporary gastronomy.
Hours
| Friday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Saturday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Sunday | 3–7 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 5–8:30 PM |
| Thursday | 5–8:30 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 600 Broadway Ave, Seaside, CA 93955
Phone: (831) 920-2103
Website: https://www.restaurantmaligne.com/
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Reviews
Cindy Ngo
Visiting the Central Coast for the first time, we decided to try Maligne since it was one of Seaside’s best rated restaurants. We love trying new places and are generally not picky eaters. The atmosphere was beautiful, but unfortunately the service was quite disappointing. Our server checked in on us maybe three times the entire evening and never asked if we wanted another drink or a water refill.
The food was good and we enjoyed everything, but nothing really stood out as great. The service definitely took away from the experience.
The oysters were very fresh and the grilled scallops were cooked perfectly. They also had a clarified margarita on the cocktail menu that was delicious.
… moreThe food was good and we enjoyed everything, but nothing really stood out as great. The service definitely took away from the experience.
The oysters were very fresh and the grilled scallops were cooked perfectly. They also had a clarified margarita on the cocktail menu that was delicious.
Teresa Abunto
Every dish was a delight! Weekend trip to Monterey to do some whale watching with the fam…. Looking for a nice dinner place, found a table for 5 in this restaurant. Turned out to be a memorable meal!
The whole branzinho a la poivre was the best we have ever eaten. The appetizers, especially the beets, were fantastic. The yams were quite a surprise – smoky and flavorful. The lamb was succulent and tender, with an amazing sauce, the thickness of the slices were just right. Scallops and clams also had a wonderful flavor. We almost licked the plates off. Even the desserts were thoughtfully made!
I think we might just have to visit again, even if it’s a couple of hours from the Bay Area. Kudos to the chef!
… moreThe whole branzinho a la poivre was the best we have ever eaten. The appetizers, especially the beets, were fantastic. The yams were quite a surprise – smoky and flavorful. The lamb was succulent and tender, with an amazing sauce, the thickness of the slices were just right. Scallops and clams also had a wonderful flavor. We almost licked the plates off. Even the desserts were thoughtfully made!
I think we might just have to visit again, even if it’s a couple of hours from the Bay Area. Kudos to the chef!
Lancet
The restaurant has a very cozy space with atmosphere of art, which makes me surprised. Seafood is very fresh and steak is tender and delicious. The green vegetables which recommended by the staff is also amazing. Even the dessert, nice and warm staff told us that it is popular because of not so sweet. Really know the taste of dessert for Asian people
… moreJarod Ruane
I was genuinely shocked. It might have been an off night. The last time we were here (July 2025) it felt warm, welcoming, and amazing. Tonight, Wednesday, January 28th, 2026. The menu made no sense. Why were the scallops cut in half? It was incredibly salty. The entire night I felt like my partner and I shouldn’t be there. The cocktails were absolutely amazing. The polenta was wonderful. They forgot part of my order and knocked off some of the bill. That was nice. But it was very disappointing. People laughing at cell phone videos on the line while I’m dropping what amounts to quite a bit for me. Just a very disappointing experience.
… moreBrian Mello
Maligne Restaurant holds a Michelin Bib Gourmand (as of 2023–2025). This Michelin designation recognizes the restaurant for serving high-quality, French and Italian-American-inspired cuisine at an affordable, “good value” price point. In my opinion this couldn’t be farther from the truth. Our party of two spent just a tad over $200 (tax + tip) on 4 menu items (milk bread, branzino, ribeye, and a soda). When we arrived the restaurant host stressed this is a “sharing plate experience.” This was repeated later as well. Basically, this is a restaurant where they want you to share the pricey food on your plate while you enjoy their list of fine wines and other assorted alcoholic beverages. Hopefully you’ll drink enough alcoholic beverages while eating off various plates to ease the feeling that you just overspent by several multiples on Michelin recommended cuisine a couple notches above mediocrity (so much for the Michelin rating system). I want to stress the restaurant’s host and few servers were very nice and did their best to attend to all the restaurant customers the night we sat down, but it was painfully obvious they were short staffed and struggling to attend to the needs of diners in attendance. The ambiance and dedicated seating was different but just meh.
I make an effort to support our local businesses that offer a great product at a sensible price point. Malignes definitely has neither to offer.
… moreI make an effort to support our local businesses that offer a great product at a sensible price point. Malignes definitely has neither to offer.
DAVE CARMEL
Our favorite new restaurant in the Monterey region! We came for dinner to celebrate our anniversary and had a fantastic experience overall. The service was warm, very considerate, and felt personal, without hovering. All of the items on the menu looked appealing, and everything we ordered was made with fresh high-quality ingredients and expert preparation. The dining experience overall felt relaxed, easy, and very satisfying. Highly recommended! We look forward to returning many times. Thank you to everyone at Maligne for such a wonderful evening.
… moreRichard Schmidt
Home comfort atmosphere with skilled kitchen staff and servers. Most tables have views of the kitchen crew, which adds to the atmosphere. Well run place. Food was excellent – salads, scallops, chicken and cocktails all had presentation style and unique preparation.
… moreAndrea Guevara
We drove up from San Diego to visit Monterey for a long-awaited road trip. I combed through dozens of restaurants in the area and landed on Maligne because of their menu, reviews, and reputation. Our experience fell nothing short of our expectations. The food was absolutely incredible, the service was delightful, and the ambience was casual yet elegant.
We started with the focaccia and hamachi crudo. The focaccia was perfectly seasoned with salt and herbs, had a deliciously toasted crust, and was paired with olive oil for dipping. The hamachi was delicate, served with fresh plums and refreshing shiso. For our entrées, we shared the lamb chops and gnocchi. The lamb basically slid off the bone, the cabbage was perfectly cooked, and the sauce was delicious. The ragu with the gnocchi was so warm and comforting, and it was truly the best gnocchi I’ve ever had, so pillowy and decadent. To end our meal, we had the banana pudding which was creamy and nostalgic.
Our server, Sergio, was attentive, kind, charming, and funny. He made our experience incredibly personal and memorable, and we certainly look forward to visiting again one day and seeing him, along with the chef at Maligne. I highly recommend dining here as this is an experience you will never forget.
… moreWe started with the focaccia and hamachi crudo. The focaccia was perfectly seasoned with salt and herbs, had a deliciously toasted crust, and was paired with olive oil for dipping. The hamachi was delicate, served with fresh plums and refreshing shiso. For our entrées, we shared the lamb chops and gnocchi. The lamb basically slid off the bone, the cabbage was perfectly cooked, and the sauce was delicious. The ragu with the gnocchi was so warm and comforting, and it was truly the best gnocchi I’ve ever had, so pillowy and decadent. To end our meal, we had the banana pudding which was creamy and nostalgic.
Our server, Sergio, was attentive, kind, charming, and funny. He made our experience incredibly personal and memorable, and we certainly look forward to visiting again one day and seeing him, along with the chef at Maligne. I highly recommend dining here as this is an experience you will never forget.
Julian Cornejo
Maligne is the definition of exceptional dining service! This magnetic atmosphere has feels of nostalgia that leaves you wanting more. From the host that greets you, to the fantastic waitress, Itzel, who was so friendly and provided great service, to the chefs who are cooking in the open for everyone to witness their cooking skills. This restaurant hits a home run, we ordered the milk bread, stuff peppers, and crab cannelloni, and for dessert the cream puff – everything was served to perfection. We will be back again!
… moreDaniel Johnson
My new favorite restaurant in the Monterey Bay Area… Wow. This contemporary yet quaint well designed restaurant in Seaside hits all the marks. The service was super helpful, friendly, attentive. The ambiance was simple and clean. The food was hit after hit, no disappointments. They are a farm-to-table establishment so expect an ever changing menu with the seasons but man, the cooking is top notch. I highly recommend avoiding Monterey and Carmel and going to this spot, you won’t be disappointed.
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