
75 YEARS IN THE MAKING

TRUE FINE DINING EXPERIENCE





We proudly serve the best
Clam Chowder
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

I came in today for lunch and everything was great. Our servers name was Salvador and he did an awesome job of taking care of us. He took our order and got our food to us in a timely manner, he's professional, made sure we were taken care of, he's friendly, easy to talk too and made everything go very smoothly.
As for the food, I had jambalaya and clam chowder. I don't know who the chef was but it came out better than I expected. The spices weren't overpowering and it wasn't salty (a common problem I've had in other restaurants). And the clam chowder was very clean and creamy
If I'm ever in fishermans wharf in Monterey, I will definitely keep this place in mind
As for the food, I had jambalaya and clam chowder. I don't know who the chef was but it came out better than I expected. The spices weren't overpowering and it wasn't salty (a common problem I've had in other restaurants). And the clam chowder was very clean and creamy
If I'm ever in fishermans wharf in Monterey, I will definitely keep this place in mind
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The M.
5/18/2025

Took a birthday road tip up the coast to Monterey a couple weeks ago. Came across this restaurant and the food and service was so good that we came back for dinner again the next evening. The seafood dinners were delicious. As a special bonus we even got a delicious desert for our birthday celebration. I will definitely be back when we come back to Monterey!
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Sue B.
5/18/2025

I ate at this spot after getting back to Monterey pretty late in the evening having spent a full day driving south around the Big Sur area. Most restaurants had closed, but this kind of touristy one was open on the Fisherman's Wharf. I usually have grand reservations about eating at anything touristy, but there were a lot of excellent recent reviews for the place, and they list tons and tons of awards and accolades over time. So I figured why not?
It was actually a really good experience. Though it definitely is set up more for eating with groups or at least couples, I had a fine experience by myself. The restaurant is roomy and the seating is comfortable. My waitress was very attentive, and shortly after sitting down I had water and fresh bread in front of me to snack on. I ended up ordering a pasta dish that came with lots of different types of seafood. Clams, shrimp, salmon, and lobster tail!
All in all, each differenty component of the seafood was cooked spot on the money, nothing dry at all. The pasta bed it was on was also flavorful, with a nice rose cream sauce. I have no complaints, well done for a restaurant in a touristy spot!
It was actually a really good experience. Though it definitely is set up more for eating with groups or at least couples, I had a fine experience by myself. The restaurant is roomy and the seating is comfortable. My waitress was very attentive, and shortly after sitting down I had water and fresh bread in front of me to snack on. I ended up ordering a pasta dish that came with lots of different types of seafood. Clams, shrimp, salmon, and lobster tail!
All in all, each differenty component of the seafood was cooked spot on the money, nothing dry at all. The pasta bed it was on was also flavorful, with a nice rose cream sauce. I have no complaints, well done for a restaurant in a touristy spot!
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Erik S.
5/13/2025

Service was amazing! Our waitress was very attentive and quick. They even give you a rose after your dinner which is so sweet. We had the oysters which were fresh and tasted so good! And we had crab cakes and their famous clam chowder. Everything was delicious! This restaurant is right on the wharf with a view of the water which was really fun.
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Angie N.
5/13/2025

Located on the pier.
Make a resy! We unfortunately could not make a resy & came by on Friday night. Luckily, the wait was only 30 minutes & there are many souvenir shops to browse in while you wait.
The restaurant is nice & dimly lit. They have 2 levels & we sat upstairs & had a view of the water. I bet the views are gorgeous during sunsets. Our waiter was incredible! I wish I remembered his name because he definitely made our night amazing with his friendliness, recommendations & overall service. & he gave us a rose at the end of our meal! Thank you! The food was okay.
Clam Chowder: Delicious & creamy, a must order!
Oysters Rockefeller: These were meh. Very chewy.
Crab Ravioli: The sauce was bland.
Make a resy! We unfortunately could not make a resy & came by on Friday night. Luckily, the wait was only 30 minutes & there are many souvenir shops to browse in while you wait.
The restaurant is nice & dimly lit. They have 2 levels & we sat upstairs & had a view of the water. I bet the views are gorgeous during sunsets. Our waiter was incredible! I wish I remembered his name because he definitely made our night amazing with his friendliness, recommendations & overall service. & he gave us a rose at the end of our meal! Thank you! The food was okay.
Clam Chowder: Delicious & creamy, a must order!
Oysters Rockefeller: These were meh. Very chewy.
Crab Ravioli: The sauce was bland.
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Saleen D.
5/12/2025

Delicious food and amazing service! I ordered the Australian wagyu 10oz steak and it was delicious. The whole restaurant was beautiful and had an amazing view of the harbor. It had a wonderful view and had blinds for when it was too bright, that lifted after the sun went down. Wonderful place for a nice dinner and would recommend.
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Kenley N.
5/10/2025
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