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Old Fisherman's Grotto


4.0 of 5 stars 84 ratings  |  Write a review
  • Cuisines: American, Seafood

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5 of 5 stars
Yosemite, CA
28 Dec 2009 New

The Old Fisherman's Grotto is on the slightly run-down, touristy Wharf in Monterey; not necessarily the most distinguished locales despite the on-the-water ambience. Though we had lived in the area nearly 30 years ago and had actually walked past the restaurant constantly while performing at the Wharf Theatre, we never stopped in - eating (instead) at some-what more recent, trendier... more

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5 of 5 stars
Arizona
11 Dec 2009

Was in Monterey for Laguna Seca auto concourse and races---dined there 3 times and everyone was always friendly,food served as ordered. We are older (70's) and travel 4 to 5 months a year. Looking forward to our return. more

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4 of 5 stars
Abilene, TX
25 Nov 2009

My husband and I had a great experience at OFG. I had a seafood dish and my husband the new york strip. He protrayed it one of the best steaks he has ever had. Service was execllent and attentative and they capped off the evening by presenting me with a rose. What better way to end the night for the... more

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3 of 5 stars
encino
19 Nov 2009

Good location, would not eat there again. The food came out quick and hot, but the preparation was nothing special. In my mind, you could do a lot better but it was close to the hotel and it was a nice night for a walk. more

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4 of 5 stars
California
6 Nov 2009
1
person found this review helpful

We had lunch at Artisan in Paso Robles the day before and were pleased but thought the food was not as good as we had hoped. We walked into this restaurant while on Fisherman's Wharf without having read the reviews here. The staff was extremely friendly, we were given a view table immediately and the service was excellent. The food... more

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5 of 5 stars
Mission Viejo, CA
21 Oct 2009
1
person found this review helpful

Dined here solely off of consumer reviews. You can't miss the bright yellow building in the middle of Old Fisherman's Wharf. Service was outstanding from the get-go. One side of the restaurant overlooks the harbor and further to Cannery Row and the other side is great for people watching the wharf visitors. We only stopped in for lunch and the... more

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4 of 5 stars
Santa Barbara
19 Oct 2009
1
person found this review helpful

There are reasons this restaurant is crowded; the food is excellent, the service is friendly and attentive, and the prices make the dining experience a good value. The dishes are not fancy but are well executed in preparation and presentation. An unexpected touch of class was giving all women diners a rose after the meal. more

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4 of 5 stars
Laguna Niguel, CA
25 Sep 2009
1
person found this review helpful

I booked this restaurant on Open Table and requested a quiet table with a view. When we arrived, we were given both. The waitress was excellent. She gave us a free appetizer that included a selection of fried seafood which was very good. Wine was 25% off by the bottle. The food was good. One of us had halibut, one... more

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4 of 5 stars
Orange County
23 Sep 2009

I made a reservation and mentioned that it was our anniversary. All I really wanted was a nice table by the water. When we arrived we were greeted by a nice host. We were taken right away to a beautiful table over looking the bay. Everyone was a team player there and were on top of things. One person had... more

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4 of 5 stars
Washington, D.C.
20 Sep 2009

To be honest, we only went to this restaurant because they had abalone on the menu and we wanted to try it before leaving Monterey. We just didn't expect much from a restaurant that was located right in the tourist-mecca of Fisherman's Wharf. Well, we were wrong! The service was impeccable, as was the charming view. The food was very... more

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Old Fisherman's Grotto Address

39 Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940
Tel: (831) 375-4604 Fax: 831.375.0391
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.