What a disappointing experience, and on our first wedding anniversary to boot. I have to think this night was a blip, given the great reviews. But in any case, these were the main issues. 1. We were kept waiting at the entrance for a full 10 minutes before we were even acknowledged by the host. He then got our table mixed up with another party's before correcting it. His demeanor was also completely unprofessional: unapologetic, jokey, and defensive. 2. It took far too long, again, for the waitress to visit our table. She also seemed unfamiliar with the menu. When my husband asked for a side of fries, she failed to mention that fries came with the meal. He caught it and canceled the side order. 3. We had informed the restaurant when we made the reservation that we would be celebrating our first wedding anniversary. There was no mention or acknowledgement of this special occasion during the entirety of our dining experience. What made up for some of this was the food, which was for the most part very good. But the subpar service really left a bad taste in my mouth. Overall, I wish we had had a more memorable and pleasant first anniversary dinner. read more

Holy. Incredible! This place was utterly fun and incredibly tasty. I don't think I've ever had focaccia bread so unbelievably light and fluffy and not dimpled? I don't know what they did and I'm enamored by the magic of the meal. We started with oysters on the half shell with their champagne and habanero sauce and holllyyyy moley if that was it I'd be in heaven, but no, we ordered more incredible dishes. Smoked salmon is to die for, I was BIG FAN. The crab cake, that little slice of heaven and an explosion of flavor! The sauce was incredible!! Small chives cut to perfection, some kind of cream base, I don't know, I'll just drool at the memory of it all, and the crab cake itself was akin to any great crab cake I've had in Maryland, but dare I say... better! I dunno Maryland, step it up. Go ahead, fight me. I ordered the Snapper fish meal that came with steamed veggies, pearl onions, and a clam butter sauce. Take me to church with those flavors because mama was praising someone! That was unreal! For the most part my phone ate first but when it came to the dessert, we all ate first! That ricotta cake with apple and Chantilly cream might be the best thing I've ever had. Sorry for no photos, but I could have scarfed that down all in one sitting, although I may have exploded. Luckily I was with 5 other people for my dad's birthday so we shared a lot! We also got the Banana pudding which was also incredible, but that ricotta cake will be a recurring day dream for the next few years. The vibe of this place is date or group friendly, but will not shun any single diners at the counter. Jessie was our server and she could not be more delightful! Legit a great person with excellent suggestions and super on top of the flow of everything. I can't recommend this place enough! Thank you both chef and staff for an incredibly memorable experience for my dad's birthday! read more

Fantastic food, and the service was incredible - hit just the right vibe with us bantering back and forth. One of our key places in the area when we want a special night out. read more

We so wanted to be impressed by our local Michelin guide restaurant but unfortunately we were disappointed. The 36 ounce wagyu steak was tough and inedible. It came in a delicious sauce but we questioned whether the meat was wagyu. We certainly hoped so at $155. Chef Klaus was very accommodating and comped the dish. We also ordered the grilled octopus which was chewy and tough. Everyone was very nice, good ambiance and sadly, the food was subpar. read more

Great experience. My wife and I went for a special trip to celebrate the anniversary of our engagement, and the food was amazing. Good-sized portions here are still made with elegance and care. Stop in if you can! read more

Service was perfectly acceptable nothing above and beyond, the server did attempt to take a plate that still had food on it without asking if we were done with it which was odd. The food itself is nothing spectacular, good but certainly not worth the pricing. We are experienced diners and this place will be a one visit and done. read more

Service was awful. Took 45 minutes to get our entrees. I ordered 1/2 chicken that was grilled. Tasted like it was marinated in lighter fluid. I should have had the manager try it. Inedible. I refuse to eat something that nasty. My husband's dish was so-so. My son ordered crab linguine & the serving size was super small. I have a dairy allergy. They ask when ordering online what your allergies are. Our waiter couldn't be bothered with that & brought me green beans smothered in buttermilk. Big NO for me, we won't be back. read more

TLDR: A few days after paying my $70 bill, I checked my bank account to see $150 had been charged to my card. I waited a week to hear back from anyone at the restaurant about this and no one ever reached out. The halibut was the most overcooked fish I've ever experienced, likened to very dry chicken set atop a bed of flavorless fava beans. I should have sent it back but seeing we were the only table left in the restaurant, I didn't. Instead I left hungry and frustrated, which was compounded by being charged $150 a few days later. I waited for them to maybe offer an apology or at least acknowledge the mistake before writing the review but now I'd like to leave this here to encourage others to check what they are charged if they do go, or better yet go somewhere else and pay for food that you actually want to eat. read more

Maligne brings a unique experience to Seaside. With a humble exterior and casual, inviting and sophisticated interior the ambiance prepares diners for the well thought out and creative menu the restaurant has to offer. I visited the restaurant for lunch with a friend. We shared a Caesar salad, focaccia, mussels, and rigatoni in a meat sauce. We also had a nice dry Riesling for. Carmel Valley. Each dish was full of complex and pleasing flavors, well executed with aesthetically pleasing presentation. I didn't give a five star rating because both the mussels and rigatoni were over salted, also when we asked to split the salad it was brought out served for one versus one two separate plates, and the server could have been more aware and attentive at times. read more

I love malign. The chef is young and creative. The food is exciting but not pretentious. We came down to Monterey for my birthday because it's amazing area and Maligne blew me away with what great food they serve a just a plain cool restaurant. We started with a purified margarita. I've never heard of a purified margarita. Then we moved onto smoked beets, a seafood platter, and beef tartare-all outstanding. Then our daughter had a burger royale and my wife and I shared a who roasted turbot-all amazing. Then the deserts. I'll warn you the food portions are all normal sized but the deserts are monstrous-all excellent. The service and ambiance are all laid back and well executed. A treasure for the Monterey Bay. read more

This place is in my top 3 best meals I've ever had! Everything is so fresh, cooked to perfection and delectable! 10/10 service and the vibes are great. A must if you're in the area, I live 2 hours away and was visiting but I will definitely come back to eat here!!! read more

Maligne - Fresh oysters and a nice red for dinner - New American Near Me - Seaside, California

The food was flavorful, delicious, and served quickly. The ambiance was intimate and the service was good too. Would come back! read more

Maligne - Muscles and chicken parm - New American Near Me - Seaside, California

We drove to Seaside from Monterey to try a place (group of 4) last night but they were reservation only so we decided to give this place a try based on reviews. It's hard to find with no sign outdoors when driving by besides a tent sign in front but we eventually found. First impression was cool place, loved the open kitchen and layout. A little awkward when as you wait to get helped the entire kitchen team just stares at you. The good: nice looking place overall, great service, good Caesar salad and wine. The waitress, was absolutely fantastic!!! Not a bad thing to say about her. She made recommendations, and handled me asking my burger to be remade (which I never ever do- I asked for medium rare which another in my party also ordered and was cooked that way- and I cut mine open to discover completely raw ground beef) with complete class. The pizza was not good at all. Greasy and odd flavor. The fries tasted like in n out in a way, which I guess is not a bad thing but didn't match the place. The aioli they give you to dip the fries in made me wishing I had ketchup, and I like aioli for several things. The burger was unique and okay, it certainly sounded better than other things on the menu. The biggest kicker is when my mom ordered the special which was a cheese stuffed pasta. Now I love fresh food restaurants with small servings that do quality over quantity, but wow do I wish I took a photo of what they brought out. They brought a bowl the size I would use to put some green olives on a charcuterie board, we laughed hysterically as my mom got emotional over the worlds tiniest serving of food, and we handed her parts of our dinner. The menu is trying to be modern and cool, but none of us could figure it out. Asparagus is literally an entree. So is smoked beans. They tried to be so fancy with names you literally have to ask what anything means. I liked the sewn coasters and linen napkins, but the cheap Victorian looking printed plates do not mesh whatsoever with the rest, nor the 2 pieces of artwork that are essentially a woman sticking her crotch out. I don't mind nudity or abstract art, but the choices should still make some sense. The potential of this place is amazing, but it seems the focus is forced creativity vs good food and vibe. Would 100% never go back. If you want an expensive dinner with fresh options, go anywhere else. read more

Wasted $75 on a reservation at this place! Didn't get to try the food, due to waiting over 30 minutes and only getting water. The waiter/Hostess from the get-go started acting judgemental and prejudiced towards my guest. I wasted the $75 on being reminded that even in Seaside, CA "2024" there are short-sighted, simple-minded, uncultured, and prejudiced individuals. They judge people on their color, race, and perceived social status and feel they should be looked down on and treated with less respect and attention than other paying customers. Would've appreciated it if from the get-go this individual would've refused us service and turned us away. Even after charging the nonrefundable $75; Instead of indirectly refusing us service or providing the same attention as the other diners. Never again! read more

Great experience, food was all delicious and served up attractively and attentively. I've been here three times so far, and each time has been the same, with excellent service and a relaxed atmosphere. It is not quite the neighborhood bistro I think they would like it to be, because it is quite pricey. However, as a date night, or a business dinner, it is different to other local options, and really does offer excellent food. The mussels are excellent and worth a visit all by themselves. read more

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Lovely modern restaurant with attractive decor. Loved the open kitchen and the beautiful paintings by Walter Georis. Great and well edited menu - I would have loved any of the 8 entree choices. My husband and I shared the beet salad, crudo, moules/frites and chicken parm - Chef Klaus creates a thoughtful and delicious interpretation of each dish. Warm and welcoming service. We will be back soon! read more

We are still waiting to be seated for our 6:30 reservation. It's 6:55. It would be OK if there were someplace to wait but we are standing by the front door. If we had not had to pay $50 to hold the reservation, we would leave. Hopefully the food will be worth the wait. Amendment. The staff was very apologetic. Our food was fantastic and was worth the wait. I had the duck and my husband had the Dover sole. Both were delicious. read more

I love everything about this place! From the unassuming, unnamed exterior, to the open (beam), warm interior and friendly, attentive staff- it's like going to your best friend's house for dinner. Hubby and I had dinner here last night (Wednesday). We started with fresh oysters and the cesear salad - we are picky about our cesear and this one did not disappoint! For mains, I had the wagu steak, hubby had moules frites (mussels and fries). The steak was perfectly cooked and tender, with some nice roasted veggies and Demi glaze. The sauce on the mussels- omg- I could drink it. Great for dipping the nice crispy fries. I'm also obsessed with their chairs! We had an amazing experience and I highly recommend checking this place out! read more

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The food was fine. The Parmesan soup was a must try, mains came a la cart, no sides, no bread. Highly pretentious, very expensive. These types of meals should leave you saying YUM after every single bite, not wondering why there wasn't anything else to eat on the plate. Should have been half the price. Adding a complimentary bread or even a small plate of nuts or olives to the table would have given the illusion of a more luxurious experience, which is clearly what they are going for, not to mention points for value. I am all for paying for a fabulous dinner, but make it worth it. read more

Recently had lunch at Maligne service, food and atmosphere were exceptional. Ramsey our server was excellent very detailed knowledgeable service. We will definitely be back read more

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Came here for a second time and they were understaffed and we had to wait for quite a while to be seated even with a reservation. The dishes were ok but nothing stood out as very good. The duck was pretty good (well cooked) as was the beef toast but there was a lot of radicchio in everything. The chicken parm was strange covered in radicchio. The portions were very small and my father in law was still hungry when we left even though we had dessert. Pretty disappointing dinner. The four prawn appetizer came out with only three. The price didn't change of course. The olallieberry cake was not very good at all. I'm not sure what happened tonight but it was a really poor experience overall. My mom's filet of sole was $75 and a tiny filet with no sides. I guess it was $75 because they debone it at the table and pour the sauce over before walking away? I'm never coming here again. read more

I've heard all the rave about Maligne but I hadn't made it over to Seaside to try it. This evening I was heading to Home Depot and was hungry, I decided to take a detour & ended up at Maligne. I was instantly impressed by the ambiance, rustic meets fine European with beautiful art gracing the walls. I enjoyed a glass of sparkling while waiting for my chicken Parmesan. This wood-fired chicken Parmesan was the bomb !!!! Cooked to perfection with beautiful prosciutto on top. I also recognized a few familiar faces from the restaurant industry. Such a neat place & I was so happy to try this gem in Seaside. Thank you to Klaus & the Georis family for another wonderful restaurant!! read more

Maligne - New American Near Me - Seaside, California

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Tons of potential, but far from realized... So, I wanted to LOVE this restaurant. I wanted to go onto Yelp and rave how this is the "must-try" restaurant in the Monterey Peninsula. Instead, it was a place that had it's high and low points, but ultimately left me thinking about what "could have been." I read so many people raving about the ambiance. I made a dinner reservation on a Sat night. Walking in, it was more brightly lit and cavernous than I was expecting. Yes, the open kitchen is cool, but not exactly original. Kudos on the music selections. Might have been the high point re the ambiance. However, I was expecting an intimate/romantic vibe, and I didn't really get it. Service was attentive, but our server never really went that additional mile to 'connect' with our table. that's fine, and service again was good, but I went into this evening with high expectations. The wine list was small, and mostly all Old World offerings from France, Italy and Spain. That's very cool, but we didn't get great guidance and there was a real lack of hidden gems on this list for under $50/bottle. It's great that you want to create a winelist that isn't your "run-of-the-mill California-centric" list. I applaud that. But take a page out of Passionfish's list and be more diverse with a bigger range of price points. Onto the food... I went with three guests. We had the small raw bar sampler and the Fritto Misto. Food was excellent, but the serving sizes were paltry. Literally, the Fritto Misto only had enough calamari for each of us to have ONE! My wife and I split the whole chicken. I will say, the chicken was delicious. Cooked in the brick oven, it was a very comfortable/hearty dish. The couple with us had the tuna and shrimp. Both enjoyed their meals. That said, NO sides on any of the meals. My other comment on the food. The food itself was tasty. That said, I didn't see anything overly creative/inventive. There was nothing about the food that made me for one second think, "this is Michelin star-worthy" food as some posts have suggested. Dessert was meh. It was their puff pastry that was also a bit bland and disappointing. Finally, if you are going to add 20% gratuity (which is perfectly fine, in fact I support that)- YOU SHOULD SAY THAT AS YOU PRESENT THE CHECK! Otherwise, it feels as if your staff is hoping that customers don't see that so they will double-tip. To note, the restaurant is pricey. Don't get suckered into the belief that "just because it's in Seaside" that you might get some type of bargain. It's every bit as expensive as the top in restaurants in Carmel. Frankly, I would not go back. While it wasn't a 'bad' experience, it doesn't warrant the hype. If your curiosity is killing you, check it out. There are better choices though on the Peninsula with more inventive food with a more intimate atmosphere than Maligne. It felt like a restaurant trying too hard to "be cool" but struggling to pull it off in real time. read more

This magical place is destined to put Seaside on the map in ways that few other business ventures likely could. One of my favorite juxtapositions associated with this restaurant is the wholly nondescript appearance of its' exterior, which oddly resembles an old abandoned military post building, with its' flat black stuccoed walls and corrugated steel siding. As soon as the door is opened, it instantly transforms to a vision of Shangrila. The Georis family have been mainstays in the culinary and wine scene in Carmel and Carmel Valley for many years. Walter and Sylvia have been among the most creative and warm people in that sphere, wherever their entrepreneurial spirits took them. Sitting inside Maligne felt like bathing in a warm bath of comfort and relaxation. The interior bears a few hallmarks of Walter's design sensibilities (especially the walls), that serve as a canvas for his beautiful paintings. The casual informal elegance of the tables, exposed ceiling, rough sawn wood tones, and open kitchen all contribute to the warmth inside the space. What was best was the quality and thoughtfulness of the food that owner Klaus (Walter and Sylvia's son) and his staff are producing for their guests. The menu is constantly changing to reflect the seasonality of Monterey County's bounty, but there are a few staples I'd recommend year round. Both the Crudo and calimari appetizers are delicious. The royale wagyu hamburger on the main course menu is beyond delicious. The French fries served with this bit of perfection are the most perfectly cooked ff iterations I have ever enjoyed Reading Klaus' personal history and culinary journey helps to explain the excellence associated with this special place. He grew up in the industry but then ventured out on his own culinary path, working in some of the finest restaurants around the globe, including a 3 star Michelin restaurant of Dominique Crenn's in SF. The city of Seaside should give this young man a key to the city, as he has opened the town up to a world of possibilities going forward. Kudos to all of the Georis' involved in bringing this gift to the area, but especially to Klaus -for all of his years of hard apprenticeships and vision in making Maligne a reality. read more

Loved everything about this! Stylish/cool environment with high quality and super fresh ingredients. So happy we found this spot instead of having dinner at the terrible touristy mediocre restaurants in Carmel. Had the burger and a special wagyu ribeye, both were excellent. read more

Check this restaurant out! Upscale in the middle of Seaside. It's refreshing to have a restaurant like Maligne in this area. Very welcoming. The ambiance is modern and clean which I really liked. The menu was eclectic and made it fun to try different things. We had the burrata with smoked beets which was delicious. French fries with mayo were crispy and delicate. Also tried the crab cake with lettuce wraps, Fun! For entrees we had the local sea bass and the pork dish. Both were small portions with a delightful presentation. Perfect for us after eating all the starters. We paired it with a crisp bottle of Chardonnay. Fun evening trying something new in the area. We had heard this place was really expensive, but everything was priced reasonable. Seems like they changed the menu and the pricing since they re-opened two weeks ago. We'll be back! read more

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Service was very good. Restaurant smells great and the open kitchen is cool. Calamari nice crunch but way too salty Lamb way too fatty Rockfish spot on delicious. read more

Hands down one of the BEST restaurants on the Peninsula. As a foodie we've ate almost everywhere and let me tell you Magline is one of the best. The attention to detail was exceptional. Peeled tomatoes for the burrata. Who knew peeled tomatoes made such a huge difference. The open kitchen is mesmerizing. The staff is so inviting and goes above and beyond to make the meal memorable. Will be going back and will be recommending to everyone. Great Job Maligne!! read more

After decades of eating at restaurants on the peninsula, this place takes the cake. Maligne is not only family friendly, they showed exactly how a restaurant should treat its guests. From a warm welcoming, to a warm ending, no detail goes untouched. Our meal were incredible and worth every dine. I can't recommend this restaurant enough, everyone should try their amazing flavors. read more

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Lovely new spot in Seaside. The tables were full and while the service had some lulls, overall the staff was still attentive and the server provided extra oysters for the long wait which was a nice gesture. Was also provided lavender hot towels from peeling shrimp. Not all the options were appealing on the menu (looking at you $60 chicken), but what I did order was delicious (crab cake & vol au vent). Hope to be back for more soon and this time with room for dessert. read more

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No question the service was top rate. Our waiter, John, and his support were humorous, amiable and extremely professional from the moment we walked through the door from the monsoon outside, to the moment we disappeared back into the rain. The ambience is equally warm, welcoming and very clean. Despite the number of fellow-diners, the noise was not too bad and we didn't have to shout at each other as we do in many other restaurants. However, we were disappointed in "some" of the food and the prices. We ordered the $75 sole expecting something exceptional. It was good, well presented with some personal touches by John (awesome waiter) as he de-boned the fish and spread the sauce. But it was just fish, with no veggies or accompaniments. Very hard to imagine how they can justify a single sole at that price. We had to return the beet salad as it was so over-salted. Our complaint was, however, greeted with the utmost grace and they gave us an "adequate" replacement. The Moules dish was excellent as was the Chicken Parm. Having reviewed the place before we went, as well as noting the prices, we were expecting an exceptional feast. We were disappointed overall in the food quality which certainly did not meet the expectations one would anticipate for such prices. $30 corkage is very high, especially as many communities, such as Napa, offer lower fees to locals. And that is limited to one bottle, after which you have to buy bottles of theirs. read more

Don't walk, run to this restaurant Food is creative ,fresh and delicious Staff friendly and knowledgeable Please don't miss out on this place! They have done a great job with interior, please check out the zinc Parisian bar read more

So I have been trying to figure what this place is for months. No sign or name. Under ground restaurant of sorts. I dont know. Finally found name on a map. Excited something new. I Could tell expensive, all good. Food good but not great, for price. We had appetizers, drinks, main course and dessert. We were just about to leave when they came and told us we need to leave, that people have been waiting 10 minutes. literally like that. Exactly 2 hours. Our waitress was great. Not who told us. Now I've work in fine dining for years. And I was paying attention to the tables and if they were full. Because I would not push my stay if they were. They were not until that last few minutes. In situations like that you offer a drink at the bar or outside table. You do not straight up say you have to leave. Clientele was clearly not anyone from Seaside. Not sure where these people came from. The vibe was cool good atmosphere until that moment. read more

This is a small and intimate restaurant setting and I would recommend making a reservation. The service was attentive but I was a bit underwhelmed by the food. It was "good" but not as outstanding as I had heard about. The lamb chops had good flavor, but the plating was super sloppy looking, and dish lacked balance. There was nothing to break up the fatty and rich umami flavor of the lamb. It was served on the rare side of medium rare if that matters to you. I wasn't asked if that was ok, and that's just how it came. My husband had the cheeseburger, and it was also "good", but not sure it was worth the price. It was dripping with beef fat, and once again, lacked any acid or accompanying side to balance out the richness. Our favorite dish was probably the broccolini Caesar which was described as a "light starter salad" which was a bit inaccurate. The broccoli was grilled, giving it a nice smoky flavor, and had high quality Parmesan cheese on it. It was more of a hearty side instead of a "light" starter salad. The short rib seemed popular and we saw a few orders being delivered. It looked like a monster and was topped with a cream sauce, so I can only guess how super rich that dish would be. If rich and hearty meat is your preferred style of food, I would say give it a try. I didn't hate it, but I didn't love it like I was hoping I would. read more

We went for dinner last night. Nicely decorated, ambience was food. We were seated right away even though we dud not have reservations. They charge for everything, even the bread! Limited wine menu (by the glass) and only one beer option. We ordered appetizers to get a feel fir the quality of the food, but the server was insistent that we order the entire meal at once, which we chose not to as it was a little off putting. We ordered raw oysters. They were 6 for $30. They were fresh and tasty. We also got the beet salad ($15) and the halibut crudo ($20) Both were good, nothing special. Small portions for the price. Decided not to have dinner there and went to Cannery Row for dinner. Probably will not return. read more

We went to the "original" Maligne and were impressed, so we wanted badly to like the reboot. Not a chance. The service is absolutely sub par. A substitution in the main ingredient in an entree was made without telling the diner, and when presented was presented as the original ingredient, not as the substitute. We went to Maligne on a Friday night when you'd expect the "A" team to be on. Our table was not ready when we arrived on time, so we had to wait, giving us a clue that the table management was not on target. The kitchen appeared to be fully staffed (open kitchen), but the wait staff seemed thin for the crowded room. Once seated, our waiter came by and rather than take partial orders for appetizers or drinks said he would come back when we were ready to order everything. After about 10 minutes, he came back. We wanted a recommendation on wine and he said he would ask the sommelier to stop by and make a recommendation. Another 15 minutes after the sommelier visited various parts of the room, he came, got our requirements. and went away for another 10 minutes, returning with a bottle of wine. Rather than point out several choices while at the table, he just brought back what he thought would be good, which incidentally was 30% more than the price range he had suggested and we had agreed to. We were 30 minutes into dinner at that point and had received our appetizers, so we went with the wine, which was perfectly fine. This is when the wheels really came off. After another longish wait after the appetizers, our entrees arrived and the waiter presented them as what two of our party had ordered -- sea bass. However, the fish looked orangish pink. It was salmon, not sea bass. When asked, the waiter confirmed that it was salmon. The kitchen had run out of sea bass, so they substituted salmon without the waiter informing us. Apparently, the kitchen told the waiter that there was no more sea bass and they would substitute salmon. But the waiter had not bothered to tell us. Incredulous, we asked if the entree price for the salmon would be the same as for the sea bass and were told it would. When we pointed out that the price for sea bass is significantly greater than salmon, and it made no sense that the dish would be the same price -- $42 -- the waiter shrugged. At this point the sommelier -- who seems to be doubling as the manager -- came over and asked what we would like. We again pointed out that it was incredible that a substitution had been made in a main entree ingredient without informing us of the change, offering us the choice to change or accept the substitution. The waiter and sommelier left us with our dishes and went away, returning later to tell us that they had spoken with the owner and that the entrees would be comped. All well and good, but the waiter wanted to make sure that we knew that Maligne pays $70 a pound for salmon, I suppose to impress upon us that the substitution was a fair exchange for the price. Aside from the point that we weren't given the choice on substitution, it was poor form to try to argue this price point with a patron. It was clearly an attempt to dismiss his mistake of not informing us of the change in the entree. Maligne, the reboot, should be ready. This was not opening night. Even in it's reboot, Maligne is not cheap. But the quality of the service is not up to the quality of the food. It doesn't matter how great the food is, if the experience leading up to receiving it is less than excellent, the food suffers. At this point, Maligne is amateur hour. We are not difficult diners, tip well above the average, and some of us even waited tables in the past, so we're sympathetic to the travails of service, but this was sub par. Maligne may have a Michelin Bib but that should be a spur not a laurel to rest on. As it is, we won't return and can't recommend Maligne to others. After all, you might not get what you'e been told to expect. read more

Was disappointed by the salt overwhelming the salads and entrees. The Caesar was so salty we should have known that the entrees would be as well. We could not finish them after a couple of bites. The service was very pleasant but do not think we will go back. Maybe it was an off day , but for the prices , we expect more. read more

Hands down the best restaurant in Seaside... Wife was celebrating a birthday, so we gave it a try. (Mentioned birthday when making the reservation but nothing was said) We ordered carpaccio as an appetizer with lamb and crab pasta as the main. Banana pudding for dessert. Fresh, delicious, with tastes and plating that of an upscale restaurant. We will definitely go back. Only drawbacks: ...Expensive ...Small portions ...don't serve cocktails read more

Tried for the first time. So glad we did! Imaginative menu, delicious. Fun to observe the open kitchen. Energetic play list. We shared Caesar salad (romaine and kale -- delicious), crab cake with remoulade and little gem lettuce leaves to wrap, shaped pasta and chanterelles, grilled Romano beans. Banana pudding for dessert. Everything was yummy. Both of us thought it was just on the edge to too much salt - notable but not objectionable enough to send back. I might mention that in advance if we go back. Staff made good wine recommendations. read more

My wife and I went here for our anniversary and they sat us at the chefs table. The service here was incredible, friendly and helpful. Our waiter guided us through the menu and recommended dishes and wines for us to choose from. The food was fresh and the wine was delicious. We got world class service, food and wine for our anniversary. This is easily one of my favorite restaurants to go to now. If the reservation on tock and the deposits you have to place is what's holding you back, don't let it! It'll be debited to your account. read more

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