Monterey's Fish House

Great food! Excellent service! Lovely decor!

The oysters are really plump and good! The chicken was delicious!

The waitress and other staff were very attentative, always asking if we were okay and topping off our waters and clearing the table.

The prices are very reasonable considering how busy the restaurant is. We got there right at opening hours, so there was a line out front, but we got a table, no problem.

It can get a little loud in there, but we sat next to a table of ten, so it might not be normally overwhelming.

I would say reservations are recommended.

This is a must visit restaurant in Monterey! We had the grilled oysters, Caesar salad (that was slightly spice and lite dressing), and Seafood Holiday Pasta which was one of the best assorted seafood dishes I’ve ever had in my life. We sat at the bar and the bartender was friendly and gave us great service. It was my birthday and I couldn’t have asked for a better meal to celebrate with. The Mud Pie dessert was so good!! Thanks so much for a wonderful experience!!

Had a blast celebrating a friend’s birthday with a great dinner out.

Every dish was delicious but all agreed the sole special was incredible.

Dishes enjoyed:
- clam chowder: very tasty, definitely didn’t need extra pepper
- Sicilian calamari: mild spice, bold flavor!
- Salmon: perfectly cooked and great flavor
- Sole (incredibly light, flaky and flavorful and a huge portion to boot)
- Crab cake and scampi - so much deliciousness all on one plate
- crème brûlée - too cold but great consistency and flavor

We were in Monterey for 3 days and 2 nights - came here for two dinners and two lunches because their food is ABSOLUTELY AMAZING. The portion sizes are extremely generous and the seafood and pasta is fresh and delicious. Highly highly recommend.

My husband and I enjoyed the Calamari both fried and grilled- fantastic. Then he had the blacked swordfish & I had the special of the night. Which was a pasta in aight cream sauce and packed with seafood-so so so good!!

I really wish I could remember our servers name as she was lovely!! Very personable

Thank you for the great experience

A very special and delicious restaurant that is truly enjoyable and memorable, especially if you go with someone, who knows how to eat and drink and loves food and wine. 🍷

I went with my family, and everyone's food was good. I had some ravioli which was a bit above average, but my brother had salmon he said was amazing. Great service.

We were in Monterey on a work trip last week. The week before we were in Washington DC and I had a conversation with a woman who worked in SF as a Social Security judge. When I told her we were heading to Monterey the first place she told us to go was The Monterey Fish House. "You have to go!"

The trip happened to fall on my husband's birthday, so we went that evening early with no reservations. If you want to get in before the dinner rush my advice is to get there before 6 pm. After that people start pouring through the door and many wait at the bar or outside waiting for a table.
The restaurant itself is very intimate, comfortable and friendly. It's very clean and decorated without being at all pretentious. The staff are incredibly attentive and responsive, you'll want for nothing even if the place is full.

We were excited for a great dinner for my guy's birthday, and we weren't disappointed. We started out with oak grilled oysters on the half-shell (AMAZING. Found out the they were Hama Hama oysters grown right where we live, we enjoy these oysters every summer up here in the PNW! Excellent choice!) and crab cakes (absolutely delicious). We followed up with grilled artichoke and seafood pasta and oak grilled sea bass with vegetables and pasta. To say both dishes were amazing is an understatement. The white sauce over the artichoke/seafood pasta blew me away. The seafood included was scallops, clams, mussels and prawns. All fresh and delicious. My husband's sea bass was great, we shared bites of each other's dishes. The portions were very generous, the wait for food was fast. The presentation was great, really top-notch.

I have to thank our waiter Tony, he was so good at his job. He often checked in to see how we were doing. The other gentleman (who's name I didn't get) was also incredibly attentive and kind. He heard my husband mention that it was his birthday and pretty soon our chocolate mousse came out with a birthday candle and the entire wait staff singing "Happy Birthday." A wonderful and memorable night!
We also chatted with a couple of gents from Ireland on a road trip up the California Coast. We loved the conversation between bites.

We did come back the day before we went home and had another incredible dinner. All the same raves as above. Our chatting partners this time were a couple of lovely local ladies, a mom and daughter, celebrating the birthday of their husband/father who had the birthday of 04/04/1924. I would be very happy if my relatives we celebrate my birthday every year at The Monterey Fish House to remember me!

Until we visit again, thank you!!! ❤❤❤🐟🐟🐟🐟❤❤❤

Arrived just after noon, no wait, quick service, great food. We had the scallop with linguine (6 large scallops) and ahi with a side of pasta and veggies. Both were amazing. For both meals, our total came out to $80.

I'm leaving my 5-star review because we come here often, and it's always been great. However, today was an off day. I ordered the wood grilled chicken with red wine sauce. Either the sauce was full of butter or the veggies were swimming in butter, it all ran together on my plate. I'll stick with the grilled fish in the future or request no butter or sauce on my food.

Excellent meal that was surprisingly very affordable. Most things along the beach seem to always be more expensive. But this was a great experience. I got the wood fired grilled tuna. I asked for rare, and it was true to the level.

My wife got the salmon with a white sauce that was off-menu and recommended by the waiter. It was very tasty!!

All of the food was great with good portions coupled with excellent service from a staff member who is very familiar with the flavor pallette of every meal.

The only disappointment was the cold bread with cold butter served before the meal. Made for an awkward spreading affair.

Amazing, I dropped by to have dinner after spending the day over at Laguna Seca thinking my day in Monterey could not get any better. This restaurant is something that many high-end restaurants should strive for. The staff is super knowledgeable and definitely people you can trust when asking for recommendations. The food is amazing. Our party had pasta, the smoked oysters and a medley of different plates. Each of us had some of the local wines that our waiter recommended. We had swordfish in such an amazing sauce that I could not do justice in describing how delicious it was. Give them a try because this is definitely a place that I will continue to frequent whenever I'm in Monterey!

Went on a Monday night and there was a wait to be seated; it was absolutely worth it. Our server was extremely helpful and friendly, offering many suggestions. The house-made pasta is fantastic and the sauces and seafood that go with it are just as great. The atmosphere is fairly loud and lively. Highly recommended!

My all time favorite restaurant in Monterey. It’s cozy, quaint and always packed and there’s a very good reason why. They have the freshest seafood and their dishes are remarkably delicious. Love their fresh oysters. My mouth is watering as I write this. Prawns are quite tasty. Shrimp pasta had huge shrimp and so delicious. The adult beverages are perfect 🍹 Love love love this restaurant. ❤
Six stars ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐ ⭐

The Baked Oysters were delicious followed by Very tasty Mussels in a tomato based sauce that was divine. The star of the meal was the Seafood Cioppino. Tasty, savory, delicious do not give enough to explain how this meal ended on such a Happy note fir both my and friend's tummy. Well done will definitely stop by when I return. The service was also very good.

The Monterey Fish House, widely celebrated on social media platforms like Xiaohongshu (Little Red Book), stands as a culinary landmark in its area. This restaurant is particularly popular among the Chinese community, as well as local patrons, which speaks volumes about its appeal across diverse cultures.

One of the must-try items on their menu is the oysters, renowned for their freshness and flavor. These are not just ordinary oysters; they are a delicacy that promise to satisfy your taste buds and offer great value for money. It's no wonder that many recommend them as a compulsory part of the dining experience here.

Despite its popularity, one minor drawback of the Monterey Fish House is its location, which some may find a bit inconvenient. However, the culinary delights offered here more than make up for this slight inconvenience. It's a testament to the quality of the food and the overall dining experience that people are willing to overlook this and flock to the restaurant.

In summary, the Monterey Fish House is a must-visit spot for its mouth-watering seafood, particularly the oysters, and its vibrant atmosphere that attracts a diverse group of diners. It's a place where taste, quality, and value converge to create a memorable dining experience. Remember to add it to your itinerary when you visit the area!

My family has been coming here for years. There's always a line out the door, so be sure to get reservations. It's a small space with close tables, but everyone is enjoying their meal and having a great time! The seafood is fresh everyday.

Charming seafood bistro with handmade linguine and fresh seafood. They have a long list of daily specials, so don't make up your mind before listening to the specials. No reservations, so come in person and be prepared to wait in line.

Dinner here was so yummiful and the service, amazing. The flavors were delicious and the marinara on the pasta was the best ever. Tony took great care of us and made it snow with a smile. 😊

Wonderful traditional fish house off the beaten path in Monterey. Call ahead to get reservations because this place is always busy! I had the shrimp pasta and my husband had the fish pasta special. Both were delicious. Service was amazing and fast compared to other places in the area.

Some of the best food we've ever had!! The place did not look like much from the outside, but it was hands -down the best food in Monterey by far! Service was awesome. We got the calamari, some of the best we'd ever had; an absolutely delicious shrimp bisque, and they perfectly divided the seafood pasta dish, so we each got a bit of everything. It was a wonderful experience and we will definitely be back!