The food here was so good, and the service was so quick and friendly, would definitely come again!read more

The service was fast and friendly! The smoked salmon on…read morepotatoe pancake was fresh flavorful and an iconic dish. I will be back !

Everything food and servo! Gotta try it at least once, we…read morealways come here for breakfast!!

I had to download yelp just because this place was so amazing. INCREDIBLE service and alejandra is…read morea QUEEN! let alone the food was also incredible and the restaurant had the perfect vibe! everyone should go to first awakenings!

Decided to try a different breakfast spot than our usual place and I am glad we did. From the…read moremoment we arrived we were greeted and welcomed. We had the option of indoor or outdoor dining. Based on previous yelp photos I decided to try the Cappuccino and I am glad I did. Made with LavAzza coffee I felt like I was in Italy again. My husband and I decided to share the combo plate. Scrambled eggs, potatoes, chicken sausage and a homemade biscuit. The salsa that it comes with is amazing so don't skip it. The portion was large and plenty for two people. The food was fresh, and flavorful. While the food was great, I think what makes this an amazing spot is the team. Each person was attentive, very friendly and made sure everyone had what they needed. I think we discovered a new spot and plan to be back. Oh and I love that they have a sign out front about providing a sandwich even if you can't afford one.

My husband & I stopped here for brunch on 07/20/25. We ordered the corned beef hash & the chicken…read morepot pie. -Taste: Their version of corn beef hash was definitely unique & not a version I had encountered before. The meat was in cubes with veggies & a white sauce. Given that information, it had no flavor. The sauce was watery & barely added anything to the dish. Similarly, the chicken pot pie was incredibly creamy with not enough seasoning to balance it out. -Service/Staff: Despite being sat by the entryway, staff barely checked in on us to see if we needed anything. On multiple occasions, they checked on other groups around us, but not us. This was slightly upsetting as we felt invisible. -Overall: This place was just average. Nothing was particularly stand out about the food & the staff wasn't attentive during our visit. We were hopeful as it had great reviews.

Wow!! After a long day or traveling, this cute Victorian restaurant hit the spot! The mushroom…read moresauce was outstanding! The garlic bread was melt in your mouth! The lasanga was out of this world! Will visit again soon! Thank you! The waitress was super friendly!

We have been to Aliotti's Victorian Corner restaurant a few times over the years. I'm not sure what…read morehappened to my review, but I will write another one! It's been around forever! If you ask the locals for a non touristy place to eat, this is it! We've had breakfast and lunch here. You cannot go wrong with any of their menu options. The people working here are down to earth and friendly. We normally will ask them for recommendations. We enjoy their Classic BLT's, the Meatball sandwich, the Hot Pastrami, and the Cobb Salad. As far as breakfast is concerned, we love their chicken fried steak, Denver Omelette, French Toast, and pancakes. Overall, a great local restaurant with years of experience. The food is delicious and the employees make you feel welcomed. We will have to come for dinner next time!

I am a HIGHLY sensitive celiac with multiple other food restrictions, and this place WAS SO safe…read more Our server checked on the brand of bread, made sure the kitchen cooked all my items in a separate pan. I can rarely eat out but Toasties has a few of my safe foods and prepared them separately with kindness. and if you have to be particulat due to allergies, you know how much that kindness matters!

I'm from Los Angeles area and I can vouch that for some reason, central California has way better…read morebreakfast than we do in So Cal! That being said, amongst all the best breakfast spots around for miles, for me - Toastie's really takes the #1 badge!! I plan my visits and stays, strategically working in Toastie's. That's how much I love it here. You can't go wrong with any of their breakfasts. The potatoes are exceptional though, as are their amazing banana pecan pancakes. Honestly the best I've had - ever. We've also tried their lunch and it was at the same level of deliciousness and solid/quality ingredients and did not disappoint. It is a quaint cafe in Pacific Grove and if you're having any doubts, be relieved of them and come try any dish here, you will not be disappointed!

This place is one of the best neighborhood burger joints I've been to. I got their Gilroy Burger…read more(sautéed onion garlic shrimp topping) and really enjoyed it, the burger was good and the sauté was perfectly cooked. My mother got their Chicken Cali Sandwich and said it was one of the best grilled chicken sandwiches she's had and that it was very flavorful and juicy, and that her side of sweet potato fries was far above the norm for sweet potato fries. The fact that the chicken sandwich and one of the more niche burger options were so good makes me think that their whole, eclectic range of menu options are pretty good. The staff were extremely friendly and seemed truly proud of the food they were cooking (talking about the ingredients in the chicken marinade, for instance, just a level of involvement above and beyond the type of restaurant), which along with a fun kitschy 50s and 60s theme led to a great overall atmosphere. The prices are also noteworthy; in a town where restaurant prices go pretty high, you get a sitdown quality burger and fries at prices competitive with fast food in a great location two blocks up from the heart of Cannery Row. It's hard to overstate how well this place fills its niche.

Good food and great service. The place is nicely decorated. I'll be back next time I'm in Montereyread more

What a great local cafe We arrived about 8:00 AM and seated…read moreon the spot, the wall behind us was open to the sidewalk Great atmosphere, service and food We will be back next time in Monterey

Old Monterey Cafe was just a short walk from our hotel, making it the perfect breakfast spot. We…read morestopped by around 9 a.m. on a Saturday, and it wasn't very busy when we arrived. By the time we were seated, though, the restaurant started filling up quickly, so we were glad we got there when we did. We ordered the egg white Denver omelette, the Denver scramble, and a waffle to share. Our food came out quickly, piping hot, and everything was so delicious. The hash browns were perfectly crispy, the toast was generously buttered, and my husband's scramble was a huge portion. I also loved that they offer healthier options on the menu without sacrificing flavor. The waffle was light and fluffy, and the orange juice tasted like it was freshly squeezed. The service was excellent, my coffee cup was never empty, which I always appreciate. If you're looking for a delicious breakfast in Monterey with generous portions, great service, and plenty of menu options, Old Monterey Cafe is definitely worth a visit!

Their clam chowder is good--rich, smoky, and loaded with actual clam meat rather than being packed…read moreout with cheap potato filler like so many other places. The calamari is also good, featuring a light, crispy breading but was not greasy. Instead of a mix of body and tentacles, they serve large, tender chunks of squid cut into clean squares, making it so approachable that even picky eaters with a limited palate won't be turned off by it. Service was attentive with water getting filled at the right moments. Would be back to try their other items.

First time eating here! It's truly an old school seafood restaurant that reminded me of the places…read morein my youth. Casual place frequented by locals. Lady boss had fried oysters (they use cornmeal) and she enjoyed them. Not greasy at all. They had a thicker crust, but crunchy cornmeal with a nice sized oysters within was good. She also liked the cole slaw and tartar sauce. Good flavors and you can tell it's made daily. I had sautéed sole with braised greens, squash, and rice. I was surprised by the squash; however, it was delicious. Perfectly prepared, and not mushy. I thoroughly enjoyed my meal. Efficient and pleasant service made it for a pleasurable lunch experience. Will eat here again!

My husband and son and I went to eat lunch at Compagnos last week while staying in Monterey. My…read morehusband has eaten here often and he recommended we have lunch there. When I walked in it took me back in time to when I was a little girl going into a market with my grandparents back in the 60's-70's. The owner, Bennett, was at the register. He was checking orders and confirming what we ordered. He knew many of his customers by name and knew their regular orders. The sandwiches were HUGE so I ordered 1/2 a sandwich and I only finished 1/3 of the 1/2 sandwich. My husband and son ordered full sandwiches and only finished half of theirs. We took the rest home. Great place. Great food. Friendly owner. Loved it. Highly recommend!!!

Fantastic! My friend…read morerecommended that we pick up sandwiches here before a Big Sur trip. I'm so glad she did - this place is great! If you'd like to order a sandwich, there is a picnic table outside with clipboards and order sheets. You can order off their very extensive menu of sandwiches, or create your own. There is a wide variety of bread, meat, and cheese options so everyone can find something they like. Be very cautious if you order a whole sandwich because saying they are huge is an understatement. When you are ready to order, you bring the sheet to the back left deli counter where they have their display and desserts. While we waited for our sandwiches, we took some time to look around the market. It is fantastic! The decor is lovely. The items they have in stock is also impressive. They have your basic items like chips and soda, but also a large international snack section. There are shelves of foreign chip flavors and drinks which is very neat. They also have a super wide variety of domestic products that you can't typically find everywhere. I was thoroughly impressed with all they have to offer. The sandwich itself was the cherry on the cake. It was the biggest sandwich I have ever seen. I was shocked at how thick and heavy it was. It was incredibly affordable too! It tasted delicious and very fresh. I will definitely be a repeat customer whenever I am in the area.

Second time eating at Wave Street Cafe, and it definitely won't be our last!…read more Overall, the food was amazing. My husband wasn't a fan of the grilled chicken, but everyone else's meals were delicious. The potatoes were perfectly cooked, the eggs were great, and the thick-cut toast was fresh and so tasty. But the real star of the meal was the Cinnamon BUN Pancakes... WOW. They were absolutely delicious! Soft, flavorful, and honestly some of the best pancakes I've ever had. I couldn't get enough of them. The prices were also very reasonable, especially for being so close to the beach. Great food, great location, and a place we'll continue coming back to. Highly recommend! My picture does not do it justice

The ambiance is beautiful, overlooking the bay and bit of cannery row. Not too many restaurants…read morehave a view this good anywhere. The service was very, very good. You waited for things but not long at all. The food is very good for what this place is. The corned beef is shredded and the flavor is excellent. It is not greasy or wet. My wife asked for poached eggs and they came out perfectly done. The tuna melt was very good as well. The bread seemed house made and had the perfect crunch, the tuna was the show, clearly fresh with not too much mayo. Had a little dill, celery and some tomato. Very nice indeed. Even the onion rings were above average. I certainly will recommend and return