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    the C restaurant + bar

    4.1 (791 reviews)
    Open 7:00 am - 11:00 AM, 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    What's the vibe?
    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Ora King Salmon
    Christina Z.

    Definitely resort prices so feels a bit overpriced, but a delicious dinner overall. Recommend making a reservation because we were able to sit by one of the windows with views of the water which was lovely. My husband and I shared the Ora King Salmon which was cooked perfectly. It was served with sautéed spinach, cauliflower, and mushrooms. We also shared the prawn and Dungeness crab pappardelle. The crab is mixed in with the sauce and 5 pieces of prawn. The sauce is creamy and salty and the lemon adds a nice fresh acidity to it. Both dishes were a good size for sharing between the two of us. We ended the meal with the milk and honey toast which was a great way to end the meal. The toast was so buttery with a nice crunch on the outside but fluffy on the inside. It's topped with ice cream, honeycomb candy, and strawberry guava jam which brought different textures and levels of sweetness to the dessert.

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    Kevin D.

    We came here a year ago and we love this place! In fact our same Bartender Luis was here! A very beautiful place with an amazing ocean bay view. We will eat here eventually for a full dinner but it's too much fun hanging out eat small bites to fess over a full-sized meal.

    Bass
    Jessie A.

    Really delicious! Great food and ambiance! Floor to ceiling windows with great views! Chicken was tailored to my allergies

    Breakfast
    Maui J.

    Assistance+ Balance+ Cleanliness+ Deliciousness+ Environment+ Kind prompt professional service. Balance of food to price is a bit price heavy but absolutely worth it. Clean tidy orderly restaurant. The food is incredible, who thought a pancake could taste so different! The environment is romantic and cozy but open and free, very nice, we had room service for breakfast but we have had dinner here before and it was divine.

    Dozen Oysters
    Marcus B.

    5 star bar right on cannery row in the bottom of the Intercontinental Hotel! A must visit for a high-end experience on Cannery Row. PROs: Top of the line staff with a very attentive and positive attitude. The bar tender was a mixologist so I would recommend a good cocktail vice beer or wine. Oysters were superb and fresh. Bathrooms were very modern and clean. Vibes were very maritime with amazing views of the bay. It is a little pricey, but that should be expected for this quality of a product and location. CONs: Parking is very congested if you want to park close by. Valet is also an option here.

    Martinis
    Robyn K.

    Took the most amazing walk down the trail along the bay to get to this restaurant and so happy we did. Started with a dozen oysters. They were a 3/5. I was surprised. I didn't love them. They were pretty briney and just ok. Our martinis were bomb. Hubby had delicate little floating ice in his and we hardly ever find that yumminess! It was ice cold and so yummy. Service was super great! We arrived kind of stuffed from a late lunch so we split the duck appetizer with polenta and I would absolutely get that again. We'd be back for sure. Lovely experience overall.

    Crab Benedict.
    Tig M.

    Loved the morning. Emily and staff were very attentive and worked very hard and efficiently to serve us and all in the patio. The food was exquisitely prepared. Nice view of the water (maybe trim the hedge down 3 inches). But fabulous nonetheless. The live acoustical guitar just melted the morning away. We loved our time here. Great work.

    Lisa G.

    Came here with some coworkers for a team dinner on a Tuesday night. It was super slow inside so it was very quiet but not awkwardly so. We ordered fairly quickly and the food was delicious. I had the chicken and it did not disappoint, everyone else at the table were also very happy with their choices. It was definitely enough for two portions and I really wish I hadn't been traveling so I could have taken home my leftovers. Toward the end, it definitely felt like the waiter was trying to push us out quickly, which was surprising given they were open for another couple of hours and it wasn't busy at all. Otherwise, we had a great time.

    Philipp B.

    The C Bar is one of the better restaurants in the Monterey area. I recently returned after a long hiatus, and it was exactly as I remembered it, and that's (mostly) a good thing. Food is very good. I had the duck entree, which remains the same as I remember it many years back. It's an excellent dish, with a balance of flavors and textures that are deeply satisfying. The duck breast is a remarkable piece of meat, boneless and massive, it feels like this duck hit the gym. Relatedly--and I remember this from the past, too--the duck breast is surprisingly firm. I wonder whether there's any way for the kitchen to dial up the tenderness a little. I also had a cocktail which fully met my expectations. Also apropos food, years ago I ate one of the best diver scallop dishes I've ever had here, and I notice it's not currently on the menu, I wonder whether it might return at some point. Service is very good, casual and attentive. One modest caveat here, too; I'm a believer in the slightly old-fashioned notion that you shouldn't even offer to clear plates while some at the table are still eating. Atmosphere is good, elevated but relatively casual and family friendly. On the other hand, for a non-family date night, the vibe might feel a tad too casual, especially at this price point. Price is relatively high, appropriate to what's on offer, but a meal adds up. I see in another review that a locals' discount is on offer, I guess you have to know to ask for that.

    Frozen Grey Goose Martini and All Nighter Espresso Martini
    Richard B.

    The first thing every hotel guest does after checking in is head to the bar. So after checking into the InterContinental hotel we went to the hotel bar. It was a long drive and definatly needed hydration. Nice place. Service was a little slow at first but got better. We had oysters and my partner had the Frozen Grey Goose martini while I had the All Nighter espresso martini and a glass of Chandon. (Added espresso shots in the martini). The restaurant area looked pretty packed and the bar filled up shortly after we got there. Nothing spectacular but the right place at the right time

    Fried calamari with house sauce, I definitely recommend the cocktail sauce with extra lemon.
    Anthony F.

    The food and service here was amazing. It's located in the lobby of the intercontinental in Monterey. Once you walk through the doors of the bar it's a completely different world from the hotel. Live music was amazing not too loud but the selection played set the mood for a great night. Great food and great drinks, can't be beat. Check this place out

    Tina F.

    Went on a girl's trip for the day so had to try this place. Spot is really nice and we got the window seat with view of the water. It's so clean bright. The service was impeccable . They came around and checked on us a lot. The amount of food we ordered is always too much! But we wanted to try many items on their menu. We chose 5 appetizers and 2 main dishes. The food was delicious. It took a lot from the 3 of us to finish it all. Will definitely come back when we visit Monterey again. Note: they have validated parking from the hotel that we didnt know about until we arrived. So check there for parking as they are next to the hotel.

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    Janel T.

    I went here on a Sunday night at 7pm. I had a reservation and was seated immediately. The restaurant has a dim, moody interior with modern furniture. It is located inside a hotel. Everything was great and the food was delicious. The only downside was that I had to ask the server for the complimentary bread since it still had not come out after the appetizers did. Calamari: 4/5. The calamari was crispy with a strong smokey and lemon flavor. It paired well with the chipotle aioli sauce. There was also fried lemon and asparagus. 12 oz. new york steak: 5/5. Perfectly medium-rare! The steak also came with asparagus and potato gratin that were well-cooked. Shrimp and Dungeness crab pappardelle: 4.5/5. The pasta was al dente, creamy, and flavorful. I wish there were more chunks of crab instead of shredded into the sauce. Good portion size. Service: 5/5. My server was very attentive and kind. They boxed our food for us to-go for us in the end, which I love!! Overall, a good experience! The food is definitely on the pricier side.

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    Hello! Our corkage fee is $35.

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    View from the restaurant.. Get here early and watch the sunrise.

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