75 YEARS IN THE MAKING
TRUE FINE DINING EXPERIENCE
Consistently, Old Fisherman’s Grotto has been recognized as the champion of Clam Chowder. Over the past two decades, the Grotto’s clam chowder has remained at the forefront in Monterey, consistently vying for the title of the best clam chowder.



Testimonials
from our visitors
Amazing food!!! Everything we ordered was beyond amazinggg!
Calam chowder $23- omg 10000000/5
Fish of the day was ..
parmesan crusted cod $23
And it was 100000/5
Rigatoni $21 was 5/5 100000/5
Service was good !!
Place was not to kid friendly but it's written all over hahaha cool unique restaurant
Amazing food!!! It's definitely a favorite every time we come to Monterey
Calam chowder $23- omg 10000000/5
Fish of the day was ..
parmesan crusted cod $23
And it was 100000/5
Rigatoni $21 was 5/5 100000/5
Service was good !!
Place was not to kid friendly but it's written all over hahaha cool unique restaurant
Amazing food!!! It's definitely a favorite every time we come to Monterey
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Susan S.
9/28/2026
So, and we tried a lot of different places - this was the best restaurant on the old fisherman's wharf - from service to food ( especially ) not to say this is the Best seafood/ food I've had... but probably the best at this location . We had crab tower ( ) , calamari, garlic bread, artichokes/ all excellent!!!! It's a safe choice.
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C... D.
9/21/2026
Stopped by Old Fisherman's Grotto, known for their clam chowder! The wait was about an hour, so we put our name down and walked around the boardwalk. There are also benches nearby if you just want to sit and relax while you wait.
We got the famous clam chowder in the garlic bread bowl and the mushroom ricotta ravioli. Both were delicious! The chowder was creamy without being overly thick or starchy, and the garlic bread bowl made it even better. The ravioli had a generous amount of filling, and the tomato sauce paired really well with it.
The atmosphere is dark and cozy, great for date night, and we got lucky with a table near the window with a view of the water!
One thing to note: we asked for water and were brought bottled still water, which was $9 each. Didn't know until the bill came around
Overall, a great experience and definitely a popular spot worth trying if you're in the area!
We got the famous clam chowder in the garlic bread bowl and the mushroom ricotta ravioli. Both were delicious! The chowder was creamy without being overly thick or starchy, and the garlic bread bowl made it even better. The ravioli had a generous amount of filling, and the tomato sauce paired really well with it.
The atmosphere is dark and cozy, great for date night, and we got lucky with a table near the window with a view of the water!
One thing to note: we asked for water and were brought bottled still water, which was $9 each. Didn't know until the bill came around
Overall, a great experience and definitely a popular spot worth trying if you're in the area!
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James C.
9/15/2026
Out with relatives. Immediate seating with window seats. Wait crew was excellent. We shared the calamari and artichoke appetizer. I had clam chowder and the scallops. Strongly recommend. Mr. Shake, the owner, even came by and greeted us.
There's a reason this is our preferred restaurant on the wharf!
There's a reason this is our preferred restaurant on the wharf!
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John R.
9/13/2026
I really enjoy this restaurant The food is great the atmosphere is nice and there is a view of the water Always go at least once everytime I'm in Monterey Also within walking distance of several hotels Located on Fisherman's Wharf Make reservation as they are always busy
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ladybug5
9/12/2026
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