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    the C restaurant + bar

    4.1 (803 reviews)
    Closed 7:00 am - 11:30 AM, 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Outdoor seating
    Good for kids

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    Avocado toast with two poached eggs
    Constance M.

    We ate at The C Restaurant + Bar inside the InterContinental The Clement Monterey and honestly it was really good. Super convenient having it right there in the hotel. The food was excellent. I was a little unsure at first, but I'm really glad I tried it. I got the milk and honey toast, and it was so good... like I'm actually sad it's an hour and a half away because I'd go back just for that. My husband had the avocado toast with two poached eggs, my daughter had the pancakes, and we also got fresh berries, grapefruit juice, orange juice, and hot chocolate. Everything was good, no complaints. Our server Claudia was really sweet, very patient, and knew the menu well which I appreciated. Joe, I think he was the manager, came over and talked to us and shared a little background about the food and the chef, which made it feel more personal. They mentioned the cook had been on Food Network and created that milk and honey toast, which made sense after tasting it. Overall just a really good experience, good food, good service, and I'd definitely go back.

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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.

    Javi L.

    We had a wonderful experience at C Restaurant + Bar! The oceanfront view was absolutely beautiful and created the perfect atmosphere for a relaxing meal. We started with the oysters, which were incredibly fresh and full of flavor, and the clam chowder was rich, creamy, and absolutely delicious. Between the amazing food, stunning scenery, and great ambiance, this was a memorable dining experience. We'll definitely be back and highly recommend it to anyone looking for great seafood with an unbeatable ocean view!

    My hubby with his Salmon and refreshing drink
    Brenda Q.

    I was really looking forward to having a meal here and we were definitely satisfied! We were staying at The Clement Hotel for a couple of days for our anniversary getaway, so I decided to make dinner reservations here for our first night. It was very convenient for us and made perfect sense to stay on site while having a few cocktails! Our reservation was set for 7pm, hoping we could catch the sunset. Unfortunately it was a bit overcast, but we still had beautiful views nonetheless. There was a romantic elegance yet fun vibe in the restaurant. There was also soft live music playing which was very nice. We were seated by the windows overseeing the ocean and we were lucky enough to see a mama sea otter with her baby swimming around in front of us, which made it even more special! I ordered the South of the Border and my husband ordered the InterContinental Drift as our first round of drinks. Both drinks were unique and delicious. We each ordered Clam Chowder as our starter which was pretty tasty. My hubby ordered the Salmon and surprisingly enough I wasn't too hungry after having the soup, so I ordered an appetizer instead. I chose the Monterey Bay Calamari thinking it was a small portion, but it was the total opposite lol. It was a boatload of Calamari and so very good! We were both pleased with our food choices and ordered another round of drinks. I decide to order the Rested Plane this time which was refreshing. We had exceptional service and our waiter was very animated and fun. I'm so sad we didn't get a chance to have breakfast here, but totally recommend it for dinner. I do know they have a good happy hour menu that we missed too!

    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.

    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.

    Bass
    Jessie A.

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

    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.

    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.

    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.

    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

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    The food was a 10/10! Deeeliciiious! The staff was kind and had great recommendations for the entres.

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    Hello! Our corkage fee is $35.

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