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    Snack Shack

    4.5 (33 reviews)
    Closed 10:00 am - 7:00 pm
    Updated 3 months ago

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    He loved the burger so much it was almost gone before I could get a picture!

    My husband LOVES a good smash burger. When he ordered one from the Shake Shack, this seemingly innocent shack of a joint he was just hoping for something "ok." What he got was far better! In his words it was one of the top five burgers he's ever eaten! TOP FIVE! And I would have to agree. It was delicious! The young men working the shack were kind and efficient and you can't beat the view!

    Ana M.

    Such a cute place! I did not expect the food to be this good. The services was amazing ! Had a great chat with the two gentleman that were helping us. Will definitely return!

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    daniel n.

    The grill at lovers point was an institution, and its vacancy left a hole on the landmark that is Lover's Point. I was worried that whoever took over the spot would not do it justice. Those fears were put aside when Snack Shack opened and they slowly built out a great little menu! I love their onion rings and their smash burgers are delicious. Keep up the good work guys!!

    Look for the blue windows
    Aaron P.

    So excited to see that the people from Stokes Adobe took over this awesome place. I was just as excited to hear that they didn't just phone it in with subpar food and a great view. The smash burger was super tasty with a great crust and just the right amount of onions and lettuce. The price was fair for the quality and you really can beat the view! There was ample bench seating over looking Lovers Point. The staff was friendly and the food came out fast. This will definitely get more visits from me!

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    Jason L.

    Exactly what you would want in a beach/cove side snack shack. The smell of fried food/fries in the air, seeing people walk around with soft serve, the line moving quick, the menu isn't overly complicated. It was the perfect way to end our afternoon after wandering around Monterey. The kids enjoyed "Dirt in a Cup", basically soft served ice cream topped with gummy worms and oreos... I mean, come on lol Making the drive along the coast up/down to Lovers Point is a must do every single time, and I know stopping by the Snack Shack will be something my kids will want to do whenever we're in the area. Check out the photo of the menu I posted (as of 3/8/25).

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    20 days ago

    Food is tasty, got the smash burger, garlic fries and chicken sandwich. Would go again.

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    22 days ago

    Daniel is the best!!! Delicious food and amazing soft serve. Highly recommend for a beachside treat

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    5 months ago

    A great selection my granddaughter got the soft serve ice cream and was in heaven and what better place to eat than down by the beach.

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    3 months ago

    Just way overpriced. Good but silly expensive. Miss the old place. Just as good and inexpensive for families to eat.

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    1 year ago

    Best quick snack stop in town! Try the ketchup + garlic combo it was delicious!! Will be coming back here again fosure!

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    1 year ago

    Daniel served my friend and I well, the french fries were a perfect snack to enjoy in between snorkeling.

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    What a delicious surprise! Friendly staff, yummy food. The burger is legit amazing. Definitely give this 'shack' a try!

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    The smash burger was super tasty with a great crust and just the right amount of onions and lettuce.

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