On our reservation we indicated that we were celebrating our anniversary and we felt like we were treated very well. We were given the upstairs corner table which has beautiful water views and it was decorated with fresh rose petals. We also were treated to a complimentary appetizer and desert. Just before leaving I was given a beautiful red rose. Thank you for making our 41st anniversary celebration feel extra special.

Amazing food! Amazing service. We bounced in for a late lunch on a day trip. The clam bake- nothing better as a starter for four! Jambalaya, Seafood Grotto Pasta, Chicken Alfredo and Parmesan crusted cod- all amazing. Terrific table service. 10 stars!

The garlic bread bowl clam chowder bowl is a must! That was probably the highlight of everything.

We've been eating here for at least 25 years and never had anything less than a 5-star experience. The food is exceptional and the staff are some of the best in the industry. Once you have their calamari you'll be spoiled. Tender, lightly breaded filets, no chewy rings! We have favorite items and make the drive from San Jose at least once a month to enjoy them. I get the cold crab sandwich and my husband gets the hot crab sandwich. No matter what season it is, the crab is better than any we've had anywhere on the SF Peninsula. The cold crab sandwich shines in it's simplicity and is served on sliced sourdough with mayonnaise and lettuce, pickles and red onions on the side. The hot crab sandwich is served on a buttery, garlicky roll topped with bechamel... both are dreamy. Mr. Shake is almost always on hand and has done an amazing job continuing his family's legacy. Like us, once you've eaten here you won't want to eat anywhere else.

Amazing food and quick service . Ambiance is nice too.... You need to ensure to wait for like 30ish minutes....
Worth the place to go in you are in monetary

Had a wonderful experience at Old Fisherman's Grotto! The food was delicious, fresh, and beautifully presented. The seafood was flavorful, and the atmosphere was cozy with a beautiful waterfront feel. The service was friendly and attentive as well. A great place to enjoy fresh seafood while visiting Monterey. Definitely worth a visit and highly recommended!

Food was delicious and quick. We loved the salad and the surf and turf . We also ordered clam chowder and fried calamari. Giovanni our server was friendly and funny. Definitely will come back

Best clam chowder ever . Seafood pasta is also very popular. They have amazing drinks and great service .

I've been coming here for over 20 years and it's the best chowder on the wharf in my opinion. Probably the best chowder I've had in California or even the whole world to be honest. I actually introduced my friend in college (Saint Mary's College in Moraga, 2 hours away), one is actually from Salinas, one from Texas, and I'm from the East Bay Area, and because of me, she started bringing it from home to college for him after school breaks, lol

The pasta is good too but the chowder is the best value in my opinion. And I always had good service here and the inside and outside are both very nice. As someone from the bay area I find the prices very good!