FOOD big-bowl salads are aplenty. 550 Wave St., Monterey. (831) 718-8171, wavestreetcafe. com FINE DINING/RESORT Coastal Kitchen It’s not unusual for guests to fall silent as they become captivated by the dishes. This is cooking at a high level. The chef prepares a changing tasting menu of four courses plus an amuse bouche. Wine pairings are exquisite, as are the views—outside and on the plate. 400 Cannery Row (in Monterey Plaza), Monterey. (831) 920-6710, montereyplazahotel.com FRENCH/EUROPEAN Bistro Moulin Long known for its fine French standards, Bistro Moulin is also deft with classic Italian and other European dishes. The wine list is as full of as many dynamic flavors as the sauces. A favorite spot for gourmands in the know. 867 Wave St., Monterey. (831) 333-1200, bistromoulin.com GLOBAL/ECLECTIC Lighthouse Bistro Global Cuisine The team at this spot truly means “global.” Go from gyros to fish and chips, clams and linguini, kebabs, curry, steak or rack of lamb. But they also specialize in a few Nepalese dishes (momo is popular). Everything is prepared from scratch. 570 Lighthouse Ave., Monterey. (831) 601-1880, lighthouse-bistro.com Monterey Cookhouse There’s pizza, pasta, meats cooked on a woodfired grill, meats that have been smoked, barbecue-style, seafood, salads, burgers and more. Friendly service and a well-stocked bar. 2149 N. Fremont St., Monterey. (831) 6429900, montereycookhouse.com Nacho Bizness The owners don’t know the limits of nachos, or at least they haven’t found any. Chips (regular or hella sized) with your choice of cheese sauce (vegan included), meat and toppings. 470 Alvarado St., Monterey. nachobiz.biz Nami Nami bills itself as Japanese fusion with a taste of Italian. But it’s also a haven for steak and seafood in the evening, with burgers and tacos on the lunch menu. They also serve breakfast. Just call it good. 301 Alvarado St., Monterey. (831) 649-8151, namimonterey. com Stokes Adobe Everything about this historic (haunted is the rumor) structure, inside and out on the patio, is remarkable. So gaze until the food arrives. The chef can present elegant dishes or comfort meals well-prepared on a menu that changes. 500 Hartnell St., Monterey. (831) 264-8775, stokesadobe.com Tidewater This unique spot is like a picnic on the beach. Grab a spot by a firepit, order from a device and the food arrives—seafood, charcuterie, salads, a burger and a sunset. Open seasonally. 2600 Sand Dunes Drive, Monterey. tidewatermontereybeach.com INDIAN/THAI/VIETNAMESE Ambrosia India Bistro Sublimely aromatic and spicy cuisine from every region of the subcontinent is served at this slightly off-the-beaten-path restaurant. 565 Abrego St., Monterey, (831) 641-0610. ambrosiaib.com Chopstix Chopstix’s welcoming, family-owned outposts (there are four around the county) draw swarms of loyal local eaters with familiar dishes at very reasonable price points. 1244 WWW.MONTEREYCOUNTYNOW.COM 95 Everyone Loves Butter! Lemon Curd & Blueberry Pancakes Carne Asada Fried Rice Bacon Breakfast Burrito 831-394-2887 Everyone Loves Butter! Open Everyday 6am-2:30pm It’s time Seaside is no longer the evil step sister of Monterey but the Cinderella - Benny & Susan Lemon Curd & Blueberry Pancakes 1760 Fremont Blvd. B-1 Seaside EbQ Pork Belly Adobe Fried Rice Open Everyday 6 am-2 pm View Menu Join Waitlist ButterHouse_1-2h_FG25_KB.indd 1 3/11/25 4:42 PM
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