Restaurants in Monterey

Breakfast and lunch spot offering truly delicious food. Mostly local, mostly organic. Casual atmosphere well suited to beach-goers, families, doggies, and people in love yummy food. Best coffee in town according to many. There's something on the menu for everyone.

Koko's Cafe tantalizes taste buds with classic Mediterranean dishes from countries ranging from Greece to Turkey, served in a European-café-style atmosphere with Greek and Roman artwork and French, Italian, and Middle-Eastern music. Patrons can kick-start a partnered feast by dipping slivers of pita into hummus made from freshly smashed garbanzo beans and blended with tahini sauce. After a tasty warm-up, culinary caverns can embrace the slices of chicken, beef, or lamb mixed with hewed veggies and homemade tzatziki sauce found snug inside a warm gyro. As they hydrate their throats with sips of bubbly soda or calming water, diners can nibble on turkish delight, a confection so named for its ability to hypnotize turkeys.

Eat your way through the menu at TusCA Ristorante — this contemporary establishment serves fresh Italian food in a hip atmosphere. Pizza lovers and pasta fans will find more than enough to choose from on the restaurant's menu. Low-fat foods are not on the menu at TusCA Ristorante, though, so plan to indulge a bit. Find time to peruse the wine list here — TusCA Ristorante offers a variety of drink options. Parents appreciate TusCA Ristorante's kid-friendly attitude, and little ones are often seen dining out with the adults. Book a room at TusCA Ristorante so the only you have to worry about is what great dish you're going to order. Low-cost wifi is only one of the perks at TusCA Ristorante. Surround yourself with the wonderful weather at your next night out at TusCA Ristorante. No suit, no problem! The dress code at laid-back TusCA Ristorante is ultra casual. Always five minutes behind schedule? Pick up your food to go instead. Throwing a big party? Count on TusCA Ristorante to provide top-notch catering with the same great dishes you love. TusCA Ristorante offers complimentary parking at a lot close by. Your bill at TusCA Ristorante will typically run less than $30 per person, so bring the whole gang! The restaurant serves breakfast, lunch, and dinner, but it's the dinner menu that really draws the crowds. Nigh owls and early risers alike will appreciate that the restaurant is open 24 hours a day.

Grab a seat and dig in! Bistro 211 in Carmel offers tasty eats everyone will enjoy. Low-fat foods are not on the menu at Bistro 211, though, so plan to indulge a bit. You'll find a wonderful selection of drinks from Bistro 211's full bar to top off your meal. Little ones are just as welcome as their parents at Bistro 211. Bistro 211's outdoor seating is available during the warmer months. Tap into the free wireless Internet at Bistro 211. Pups of all sorts are also welcome at the restaurant. Don't get stuck waiting for a table — the restaurant accepts reservations. No need to dress up for a trip to Bistro 211 — the casual restaurant encourages laid-back attire. If you're in a hurry, place an order for pickup instead. Throwing a big party? Count on Bistro 211 to provide top-notch catering with the same great dishes you love. With a parking lot adjacent to Bistro 211, you won't get stuck circling the block. At Bistro 211, bikers can lock their bikes safely outside. If you don't want a night that will cost you an arm and a leg but you do want a delicious meal, come to Bistro 211. The breakfast menu receives the most rave reviews from patrons, but you can also stop in for lunch and dinner later in the day.

California cuisine is prepared to perfection at Carmel's Grasings Coastal Cuisine. Low-fat foods are not on the menu at Grasings Coastal Cuisine, though, so plan to indulge a bit. Order a bottle for the table if you like — Grasings Coastal Cuisine has a full bar stocked with the best wine, beer, and more. Have a big celebration coming up? Consider the private room at Grasings Coastal Cuisine, perfect for large groups of revelers. Don't stay inside on a beautiful day! Come sit on the patio at Grasings Coastal Cuisine and order great food. Planning a special night? Call ahead to reserve a table. Enjoy the vibe here with a business casual dress code. For those in a hurry, the restaurant lets you take your meal or snack to go. For the tastes of Grasings Coastal Cuisine from the comfort of your next party, the restaurant also offers catering services. Grasings Coastal Cuisine patrons can pull into a space on the street when searching for parking at the Avenue & Mission St location. Checks are bigger than average at the restaurant, so prepare your wallet. Breakfast, lunch, and dinner are all served at the restaurant, but reviewers rate the dinner menu the highest.

Fresh fare can be found at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., where guests seek to sample every seafood dish on the menu. Both low-fat and gluten-free menu items are offered at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Find the perfect vintage to complement your meal — Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. offers a fine selection of wines, beers, and beyond. No need to splurge on a baby sitter — tots will be right at home chowing down at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Score quick and easy seating for your large group at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Free wireless Internet is also available at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., so bring your tablet or laptop along. Enjoy the cool summer breezes on Bubba Gump Shrimp Co.'s seasonally available outdoor seating. Between the music and the crowds, be prepared for a lot of noise at this restaurant. Relaxed attire is perfectly fine at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co., known for its laid-back ambience. Dining out isn't your only option here — pickup is available, too. Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is located near a large number of parking solutions, including street and garage. Bike parking is quick and easy at Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. Bubba Gump Shrimp Co. is creating dishes any foodie will love at around $30.