The service was great and the food was too. The sat us immediately and food came out fast too

A personal go-to when we are in the area. They have our favorite clam chowder! The staff are always amazing kind. One of the staff members once recommended adding a bit of Tabasco and it's become our go-to condiment while we're there.

They have a strict kids policy and we've risked it with 2-3 kids. It's a bit nerve wracking but our kiddos have been kind to us. If you have a little one, just note you can't bring your stroller or utilize a high chair while there, so be prepared to take turns holding a kiddo if that's the case. If you have young children, we would highly recommend bringing lots of quiet activities, coloring, etc to keep them calm and entertained.

Delicious food! Such a great spot for a date night especially with the views of the water. Enjoy!

This was hands down the best meal we had at the pier and one of the highlights of our trip!

From the moment we arrived, the service was exceptional. We were seated by a window overlooking the ocean and got to watch the sunset while enjoying warm bread and a bottle of wine (which was an even better deal with their 25% off bottle promotion).

My brother and boyfriend ordered the chicken parmesan, and it was outstanding. The chicken was perfectly cooked, and the tomato sauce had a slight sweetness that made it incredibly flavorful. It was served with pasta on the side, which was just as delicious. My mom and I ordered the seafood linguine, and it was easily one of the best pasta dishes I've ever had. The shrimp were buttery and tender, and the creamy pasta sauce was amazing.

What really made the experience special was the staff. Our waiter was attentive without being intrusive and checked on us regularly throughout the meal. At the end of dinner, my mom and I were each given a rose, which was such a thoughtful and unexpected gesture.

Everything about this restaurant--from the food to the view to the service--was wonderful. Compliments to the owner and the chef for creating such an amazing dining experience. We will absolutely be back the next time we're in Monterey,CA.

Food and service were amazing! Chef's kiss!!! Tara was absolutely amazing and very attentive. Thank you for a wonderful evening.

Service and food were both excellent. Classy place. Ate here with 2 other people. Probably the best clam chowder any of us has had. The crab louie was great and came with papaya and mango. The hot crab sandwich and coconut shrimp was also really good. The presentation of all the meals was great and everything looked and tasted fresh..

We had dinner at Old Fisherman’s Grotto on Fisherman’s Wharf in Monterey and enjoyed a classic seafood dinner experience. We started with a cup of chowder and a Dungeness crab cocktail, both of which were a nice way to begin the meal.

We shared the surf and turf, which included a 5 oz filet, lobster tail, fresh vegetables, and a twice-baked potato. The filet was cooked medium-rare and tender enough to melt in your mouth. The lobster was excellent, though it would have been even better with butter served alongside it.

The twice-baked potato was the weakest part of the meal because it was burnt and too crispy. Even with that, the overall meal was still good, especially the steak, lobster, and fresh vegetables.

I would recommend Old Fisherman’s Grotto for visitors looking for a traditional Fisherman’s Wharf dinner in Monterey.

Excellent!!! Come for the view and the exceptional service but stay for the food. So good!

If you want a charming reminder of how restaurants used to be in the early 2000s, this is a perfect place to go. It was almost novel to see all the little things that a lot of places don't do anymore (free bread and butter, "outdated" dessert presentations, etc.). The service was excellent, and the food was pretty good. The Sand Dabs were crisp and flavorful, but the risotto was a little overcooked. The raspberry cheesecake, clam chowder, and Linguini Isabella were all very nice. I would definitely come here again.

Sure this place is expensive. I say "Get Over It". It's on the Warf, a tourists spot, what do you expect? They are not children friendly as stated on a sign at the front entrance. Not a bad idea some might say. How many times have you had your meal ruined by a screaming child at a table near you. Or parents not paying attention to their kids and letting them running around? None of that here. GOOD! We ordered a burger, fries, spinach salad and a grilled artichoke. All items were great and our server Giovanny was outstanding. Will defiantly return when in Monterey again