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Nami Restaurant

4.0 (92 reviews)
Closed 8:30 am - 8:00 pm
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Yummy cocktail
Judie H.

I attended a small event at the restaurant shortly after it opened. I remember Cibos... a dark & cozy Italian restaurant with lots of tiny nooks and crannies for intimate dining (and carpet). Nami owners gave the restaurant a new look to match the Japanese-Italian fusion theme. It works perfectly. Owners have some other restaurants in the area, but this one has its own vibe with a top 10 location in downtown Monterey, near the Wharf area... and just steps away from the conference center. There's tons of parking in the local garages. Forget street parking as it's limited AND it will limit your experience at Nami since you'll watch your watch instead of enjoying your meal. Waitstaff is skilled and plucked from other local restaurants. F&B is a tough business, but when your team is experienced your odds at success improve greatly. Bathrooms are good sized and clean - no changes here, but why change perfection. Bar has a separate entrance & a stage where live music is performed. Depending on where you sit in the restaurant, you can hear the music - especially with the more open-concept design. Cocktails are yummy, but there's plenty of non-alcoholic options, too. Al fresco dining available, too - great for people-watching. The menu is nice & priced to compete with the other restaurants. I have a soy allergy and would never go to this type of restaurant if it wasn't for a pre-fixe menu. The limited menu options meant the the chef could customize my meal. THANK YOU Overall.. 10 stars. Sorry, Yelp, 5 is just not enough.

Tonkotsu Ramen
Daniel S.

3.5 stars $18 Tonkotsu: if they replaced the sad strips of pork with actual charsiu, added some nori, bamboo shoots, a few other garnishes, a proper tare and aroma oil, this would be a pretty darn good miso based tonkotsu ramen. I quite enjoyed the tiramisu though.

Owner Dudley
Michele B.

I was thrilled to be invited to a fairly new location with a very seasoned team at Nami restaurant in downtown Monterey. This was a lovely culinary experience with a delectable menu, great vibes, soulful music and great company. The service was impeccable. The servers were on point friendly and eager to help it definitely was noticeable How happy and excited the team was to have the event. It was very much appreciated as far as their enthusiasm and eagerness to help. The restaurant is the old Cibos -a long-standing Italian restaurant with a beautiful backstory, and the new ownership did not let the memory die. They are honoring the beautiful woman who started the restaurant still to this day, admirable to say the least. And I would not want to forget to say congratulations on a third location . That's passion -as the owner stated the Restaurant business is pretty hard - from what I can see their love and ambition is leading the way to perfection here... you think Italian Japanese what the heck is going on but folks it works! They have renovated the restaurant so it is so much brighter. It is such a open space the evening light set the mood for a wonderful evening with a very talented singer playing live music as we heard the stories of how the old Italian woman kept this location feeding her community for years,And the new ownership is keeping the location, hustling and bustling. I was very excited that this yelp event was set up how it was. It was definitely experience . The yelp swag was definitely a nice touch. I used my bag the following day for work for lunch. Our gracious host and area leader Alex Really outdid herself. I really enjoyed the evening. My niece was so excited to experience this with me(awesome Nina points) The food was phenomenal. The starters were three appetizers: an Asian salad that was just perfect not too sweet and the presentation was very appealing. There was tuna sashimi, and it was my absolute favorite thing of the night. The sauce was tantalizing. The tuna was extremely fresh and just melted it in your mouth. Pro tip :save some of your wonton strips from your salad and put it on the tuna omggggg ! And don't even get me started with the spicy gyoza soup... the spiciness was perfection. It was not too spicy. It was the absolute right amount- a bigger bowl of the soup and an order of the tuna would've been a complete meal for me and I would've been so very happy. Everything else was just cherries on top. Our selection that we decided on for the main course was the tiki masala Seabass The balsamic glaze on the side of the plate is so important, it elevated the dish in an unexpected delightful way Overall, the event was wonderful. The location is beautiful. The service was impeccable. Again I am so thankful that I was able to attend this event. I will definitely be back with my husband and probably my mom and definitely my niece (Again) P.S get the tuna and thank me later! (it's really that good)

Chris S.

This was quite a treat! Amazing food and cocktails! Nami Restaurant has only been open for a few months, and I expect it to be the go-to restaurant in downtown Monterey if you're looking to impress a date and enjoy a romantic evening out! The very unique Asian fusion menu, which at first doesn't sound or look appetizing, becomes amazing and flavorful with that first bite! You must start off with a drink, and the Lavender Moon Drop is a great start. For appetizers, the two must-tries are the Spicy Gyoza Soup if you like a little kick of spice (this has you covered) and/or the Aji Tuna Sashimi, which is amazing and melts in your mouth. As an entree, the one dish that at first read didn't catch my eye as tempting but was amazing and great tasting was the Butternut Squash Ravioli. You will not be disappointed! The walnut-crusted chicken with the nutmeg cream sauce makes this dish a must-try! Amazing atmosphere, Love the diverse menu and great service. I will definitely be back again.

Seyi A.

We came here for a work dinner and let me just say our service was amazing! The staff took care of us and even let us stay after closing while we were talking. I ordered some different appetizers for our group: the cheese bread, crab cakes + shrimp eggrolls. I didn't get to try the cheese bread but the shrimp egg rolls were really good, the crab cakes didn't have much crab in them to be honest. Our group ordered a bunch of different entrees, I got the tikka masala seabags which was honestly ok. The seabass was good and flaky but the sauce, bokchoy and rice didn't go together (IMO). Overall, I wasn't super impressed with the food but again our service was really good so just for that, I would go back and probably try a pasta or something. Also, i will say our espresso martini were pretty good! Not super sweet and really smooth and creamy.

Strawberry Matcha
Connie C.

The staff at Nami was great & friendly. They are also extremely dog friendly & have a dog friendly menu which is served in a bowl. The restaurant itself is nice. Drinks are good and reasonably priced. The fusion parts of their food didn't mesh well. The butternut squash ravioli with the components of the dish felt like they said, hey let's make it Asian with some soy sauce seasoning, bok choy, and carrots. Did not enjoy it and would recommend. The steak was great and cooked as we ordered. The mashed potatoes were pretty to look at and tasted like mashed potatoes. We would recommend this. Everything is reasonably priced as well considering the area. I would come back only for the friendly everything (staff, for dogs, for kids) & drinks.

Great drink
Juliette M.

Thank you to Juan the bar tender for making great cocktails! We stoped in at a weird time for some drinks and had great service.

Huevos Rancheros!
Chefg G.

Aloha This restaurant is a great location, in the Heart of Monterey! Great atmosphere for breakfast! Juan are server was on point! Really good breakfast menu, had something for every pallet at the table!

Shrimp Scampi
April K.

The Shrimp Scampi at NAMI was absolutely worth it. The shrimp were large, plentiful, and incredibly fresh. The sauce was rich and flavorful with a nice kick of spice that wasn't overpowering, and the pasta was cooked perfectly. The portion size and quality fully matched the price point. Service made the experience even better. Milan was fantastic -- personable from the moment I walked in, asked about my weekend, shared some history of the restaurant, and checked in consistently throughout my meal. He was truly a delight from start to finish. Overall, a great experience -- highly recommend if you're in Monterey.

Sakura Sparkler
Emily H.

Food was amazing and the ambience was perfect. Our waiter, Pedro was very on top of things, gave us space but checked in often, gave us time to talk and we didn't feel rushed at all. The drinks are different but really good, I'm not a big drinker but I liked every drink I had on their cocktail menu. Overall, it's a really good place for dinner and lunch too. We have been a handful of times overall and it's worth the visit every time. Definitely give it a try, you won't be disappointed.

Calamari 5/5
Marie H.

My husband and I made a reservation at Nami on a Friday night, and we haven't stopped raving about it since. We're so excited to finally have a fusion restaurant like this in Monterey, it's been long overdue! If you're dining with someone indecisive, this is the perfect spot since the menu has something for everyone, including some great vegetarian options. From the moment we stepped inside, we loved the ambiance and decor it immediately set the vibe for our date night & from the moment we arrived, we were greeted right away and felt welcomed and comfortable throughout our entire visit. We started with the calamari, crab cakes, and vegetable tempura, and all were excellent choices. The calamari was uniquely paired with fried bell peppers, fennel, and lemon pieces, which worked surprisingly well together. The aioli on the side had a nice kick that elevated the dish. The crab cakes tasted incredibly fresh from the bay and were complemented beautifully by the lemon sauce and caramelized onions. The vegetable tempura was another highlight, with a great variety of veggies, each lightly battered and perfectly crispy without feeling too heavy. For our entrees, I ordered the miso egg drop tofu soup with a California roll and hubby had the ribeye. The miso soup was easily one of the best I've tried and the California roll was satisfying and filling. The ribeye was cooked to a perfect medium rare; tender, flavorful, and paired wonderfully with the chimichurri and peppercorn sauces. What really stood out to us beyond the food was how attentive and accommodating the staff were. Overall, this was truly a 1000/10 experience. If you're on the fence, just give it a try.. you don't want to miss out on a place like Nami!

Shrimp Egg Rolls
Austin E.

I stumbled upon this new restaurant in Monterey the other day and I was pleasantly surprised. This place is beautiful, perfect for a date night or meeting up with friends and family. They have a great bar, and a great location right next to the Portola Hotel. I was not crazy hungry so I had some apps. The shrimp egg roll was amazing! A must try. The calamari was crispy and tender. I've been a waiter for a long time and I want to shout out Pedro for his amazing service. He is kind, efficient, and knows exactly when to show up. All in all I had a great time and will definitely be back! Thanks Nami for showing me a great time !

Oysters
Micah G.

Such a gem! Food was amazing! Service was great! And the staff were so attentive and nice. Good music and overall a really great place. My family genuinely enjoyed this restaurant from the Sea bass to oysters and sushi! Milan the waiter was awesome!

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The food was really good. But the lounge had such a great vibe! Especially Michelle who's behind the bar she provided great service!!!

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Food was bland and service was really slow for a sunny Saturday afternoon, would not recommend.

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OMG this restaurant was AMAZING!! Will definitely go back!! The service was wonderful!! Definitely 5 stars!!!

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Croissant Breakfast Sandwich with sausage patties, fried egg, cheddar cheese and house made aioli.
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