Very accommodating servers. Cozy atmosphere. Drinks were fun and tasty. Some aspects of the dishes were great, while some were just good. Overall a very enjoyable experience and would come back for sure.

The grotto never fails to amaze me. Second time I've been there and wow, it gets better and better. Last minute dinner plans but still the atmosphere was amazing. Service was great and our server she was very friendly and amazing. Food was a 10/10. My friend and I ordered steamed clams and fried calamari for our appetizers and it was delicious. Our main star of the night was the clam chowder and omg it did not disappoint. I definitely will be back!

Great view, greeting, food and service! Best clam chowder. Will definitely recommend and return. Thank you.

I came here a long while ago and I'm glad not much in food quality has changed since then.

My waiter was Iman and he was very nice. The overall experience with him was great, but I'd say he should be a bit more attentive to his tables. I only say that because it took a long while until he got back to my table so that I could ask for the check and boxes for leftovers.

Anyways. The food is spectacular; the linguine has a nice chew and holds the sauce nicely. The taste is unique and unlike any other pasta dish that I've had before and the seafood is cooked perfectly.
The fish & chips could be a bit better as the fish itself wasn't very well seasoned and practically flavorless. The fries are crispy and the dipping sauces are great to make up for the lost flavor.

Overall I'd highly recommend coming over and giving this place a try and stick to the pasta dishes as they have surpassed my expectations and I believe they could meet anyone's standards.

We came here to celebrate my husband's birthday while in Monterey and had the most amazing experience! Our server Ricardo was amazing and acknowledged my husband's birthday right away. The food we ordered was delicious! I ordered their grilled scallops and my husband ordered the crab Louie salad. Other entrees our table ordered was the warm goat cheese and beet salad, clam chowder and fish and chips. Everyone was very happy with their orders. We love that they kept the iced tea glasses filled and they ended the evening giving the ladies a single stemmed rose. A very nice touch !!! Their desserts were not just decadent but beautifully plated. We will definitely return the next time we are in this beautiful city!

Excellent fresh seafood! The owner greeted us at the door and welcomed us inside. There is a beautiful view of the water. Service was very helpful. Highly recommended!

This is possibly the best clam chowder I've ever had. I didn't expect much because I just assumed this would be another tourist trap, but they certainly proved me wrong. Got the clam chowder in the garlic butter bread bowl and couldn't have been happier. The bread bowl wasn't sourdough, but that just made it better in my opinion. The bread was nice and soft and soaked up the chowder. It was wonderfully baked with the garlic butter and the chowder was rich and flavorful. Service was exceptional and the views inside the restaurant were beautiful. They gave us a rose with the bill. Highly recommend a visit if you're in Monterey.

We came here for dinner. The Food was hot and fresh. Service was good. And the ambiance, with the water view, was wonderful.

The best clam chowder in NorthernCalifornia. Great service. Our family has been eating here for generations. We love having celebrations here and the drinks are yummy, too!