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    Mo's River Road Grill

    4.1 (156 reviews)
    Open 8:00 am - 8:00 pm

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    Loud
    Casual
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Traditional well seasoned cheese burger with sweet potato fries.
    Kevin S.

    Stopped here on Christmas Eve after a day at the Monterey Zoo. The reviews were exceptional and it was conveniently close so we decided to stop. Parking is adequate, the facility clean and staff friendly and helpful. We opted for the honey brie with toast, crackers, walnuts and cranberry's as an appetizer. it was definitely bigger than we expected and absolutely delicious. For a meal we had a burger and beef tacos and a bowl of parmesan noodles for the little one. The burger was a well seasoned old fashioned traditional burger. I would have preferred it to be a bit wider to make holding it in the bun easier but that aside it hit the spot. The sweet potato fries were good. The beef tacos were good, and the noodles perfect for a picky child. We had a mixed cocktail drink and all i can say is you get your moneys worth on the alcohol. It was a pretty quiet day, maybe only 2-3 other customers in the restaurant. But the experience was positive. Would definitely consider revisiting this location in the future.

    Menu 3/25
    Shaun G.

    Stopped on a Sunday around 4 pm. Not to many people inside. It is clean and well lit. A bar on one side and tv's for any game that may be on. We ordered a chicken sandwich and chicken fettuccine Alfredo. The fettuccine Alfredo was good. The sauce was a little thin when it came out but thickened some after it cooled. The chicken was sliced at a good size and it was seasoned well. The grilled chicken sandwich was also good. A bread that didn't get soggy and fall apart but also didn't tear your mouth apart. The pesto sauce is real good and with it didn't miss the lack of mayonnaise on the sandwich. The fries had nice color but still a little soft in the middle and not real crunchy on the outside. Would come back again, maybe on Friday when they have prime rib.

    Dinning room

    Stopped to get gas and saw this restaurant so before we headed down the 4 Hour Dr. we decided to take our chances on eating here. Service was good, food was delicious, a good variety. Tried lots of different plates. Nice comfortable place. There is a bar and dinning seating area.

    Tequila Sunrise
    Azteca L.

    We are staying at Vision Quest and needed to recharge by grabbing and drinking before evening tour. We decided not to venture too far and parked the car at this hidden gem. When we come in, we were greeted by Claudia who was hostess, busses, waitress and bartender. She made recs of what to get and they did not disappoint. Nice establishment and plus they have a full bar. Claudia rocks and is awesome

    Best French dip and Cesar!
    Jennifer M.

    Best hidden gem! Got gas and was starving. We were very surprised this is a 5 star restaurant! Wonderful prices and warm friendly service and excellent fresh delicious food! Has a cute bar in there as well!

    Chicken sandwich with sweet potato fries.
    Dexter F.

    First time in a long time. MO's River Road Grill has an enlarged the bar area from the previous establishment and did a great job remodeling the dining room and bathrooms. I went for lunch and I had the Chicken Pesto Sandwich with optional sweet potato fries for a few bucks more. Great service and the food came out quickly. The outdoor patio looks like a great spot for that after wine tasting trip.

    View across from the restaurant!

    My mom, brother and I stopped here for dinner after getting gas at the station next door, and we were so happy we did! On a Friday evening, this place had a good amount of people, but was not overly crowded by any means as of about 6pm. It was a great environment with excellent natural lighting if you go during daylight hours. I got a bacon cheeseburger, with fries and some AMAZING ranch! My brother got some delicious pasta, and my mom got some yummy loaded nachos! We were all able to get something we wanted because of their great variety on their menu! I also got a glass of wine, the Riesling they had called "Kung Fu Girl" was a great recommendation from one of the staff who was also working the bar area. I believe my mom had gotten a margarita, though I can't remember the exact drink, she said it was excellent! If you are driving near the area looking for a bite to eat, I would definitely recommend stopping by this restaurant! Thank you to the delightful staff!

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    Exceedingly good service and excellent food, had pizza and the Brie is out of this world!

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    Amazing! Stopped here On our way to Monterey and had excellent food and service. Recommend this place!!

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    I would not recommend this restaurant to my worst enemy. The service is poor and the staff rude.

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    aalways have had great service here. we have been in at least 5 times now. food has been consistent for taste and portions.

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    I've been drinking the beers from Alvarado for years without ever visiting any of their locations…read more(had beers at shares, bought them from stores, and even special ordered and had them shipped to me). A couple of friends and me took the opportunity to stop by on our drive back to LA from the Bay Area (along the 101). First impression: one of those convivial breweries with a thriving locals aspect and vibe. Friends I was with are really into craft beer, so we felt right at home. The folks here were super friendly and welcoming. As a matter of fact, there were some cookies made from another regular that was offered to us while we were there. And those cookies were delish. They have a good variety of styles on draft, but I opted for the BA Barleywine, which was excellent. They also had the football games playing on the TV there so there was that sports bar aspect without being to crowded/ crazy. This place is located in an industrial area of Salinas. We didn't have a problem at all finding parking. Love their beers and love this spot. I would definitely hit it up more if I was able.

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    Two mash tuns and a kettle...two turntables and a microphone, bottles and cans, just clap your hands, LOL.
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    Farmers Union Pour House

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    Love this place, the variety of beer they have Impressed me and always carry different beers when I…read morego, customer service always great I had a tab open and was amazed the bar tender remember my name never asked what my name was every time I grabbed another pint and got the total amount on tab correct at the end haha Place has a lot of room small tables for 4 or 6-8 if you wanna stand and a big table at the back for 12+ This small thing is huge, well to me anyway.. but they let you grab complementary pretzels and spicy mustard to snack on while you drink and man they hit the spot when you drink no other brewery I been to does this, shows you how something so small can be dope af Prices do vary depending on what type of beer and alcohol percentage it is, so varies from $6 - 9 Oh they do have wine as well but I don't like wine so I don't know squat about that part haha, cheers!

    I'm a firm believer in supporting local businesses and keeping our Old Town vibrant, which is why…read moreour group chose The Pour House for a social with 30+ people -- some traveling from Soledad and the Monterey Peninsula to enjoy our Downtown Salinas! We covered drinks in honor of Boss's Day. Service was ok -- the couple running the place were attentive, though they preferred to point you to QR codes over talking directly to you (not my favorite). Unfortunately, the customer service judgment was a bit poor. When we politely asked to lower the music briefly for a short announcement, we were told it "wouldn't be fair to other customers." There were only a few others there, five perhaps and not deeply engaged in listening to music. A small act of courtesy could've gone a long way. Old Town Salinas thrives when businesses and community support each other.

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    We wanted a place we could walk to after a busy day of sightseeing, and lucked out by finding…read moreGrowers Pub on Yelp! It was a Tuesday night, so we didn't need a reservation. Growers has a good setup--the bar is very lively and full, but it's not the first thing you see when you walk in, as it's off to the side. We had a nice booth, complete with real flower in a glass, and were served promptly by a pleasant lady. She helped me choose my entree, and was attentive and accommodating throughout our meal. I had the chicken Marsala, which is the best I've ever had (and I often order it in restaurants.). My husband had the bone-in pork chop. We had crème brûlée for dessert. Everything was tasty and very well prepared. The restaurant has a very pleasant feel, with lots of dark wood and nice furniture. If I lived nearby I'd come often.

    Had the wedge salad and Lobster Ravioli. Bread and butter was complimentary. Good pick for dinner…read moremeetings as it's intimate but also lively enough for some fun over conversation. Server was attentive. Full bar serving wine, beer, and cocktails. Located in old town Salinas -- I was told this spot is one of Salinas' oldest establishments occupying the same building from when it was founded in 1940. Hope they make it to 100 years! Also, my friend said this spot is known for their prime rib. I'll have to make it in one day to try for myself.

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    Prime Rib with Scalloped Potatoes

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    The King's Den

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    3.5
    (58 reviews)
    5.1 mi
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    I'm extremely disappointed with how we were treated. We've been regular customers, and this…read moreexperience completely changed how we view this place. Someone in our group took a photo behind the bar, and instead of handling the situation professionally, the bartender immediately became rude and escalated things. We were asked to leave, which is one thing--but what made the situation worse was that my card was still swiped and we were never served any drinks. After that, the bartender continued talking about us and involved another bartender, which turned into an unnecessary scene and got us kicked out. The interaction felt disrespectful, targeted, and completely unprofessional. If there was an issue with taking a picture, that could have been communicated respectfully instead of creating a hostile situation. As regulars, we expected better treatment and better customer service.

    I'm 46 years old. I've been to a lot of bars in my life, some of the "diviest" bars in America…read more There is a lady that bartends at night at the Kings Den that is one of the absolute worst bartenders I've ever experienced in my entire life. Zero bartending etiquette. She argues with patrons, she argues with her coworkers, I honestly don't really even know why she works there. The other guy has to tolerate her, and they appear to argue in front of patrons - it's not cute. He just stands there, staring at patrons as they sit waiting for drinks while the line gets longer and longer. Bartending is clearly not their jam. They have no signature cocktails, and the cocktails they do make are pretty bad. The karaoke is pretty egregious, it's like a guy who likes to sing poorly decided he wanted to set up karaoke just so he had a reason to sing sometimes and make other people listen to it. It's a dive bar, which in itself isn't bad. But it's like if you were driving through the bad part of Bakersfield and said "this place looks cool" and then stopped for a drink and then realized that it's Bakersfield but it's not. It's actually Salinas. You go here because you NEED to, because there's nothing else open, and then when this place closes you go to Jaime's. It's the second worst Salinas has to offer, and I'm saying that with optimism.

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    New look everything is super clean
    New look everything is super clean
    The King's Den
    New paint carpet and ceiling. High backed  banquette seating

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    New paint carpet and ceiling. High backed banquette seating

    Mo's River Road Grill - wine_bars - Updated July 2026

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