DO get their breakfast burritos, they are very very good!…read more We got a couple sandwiches too. Good with lots of meat to their roast beef one and tuna salad one too.

I like their pastrami sandwich, tuna sandwich and clam chowder. Their prices are reasonable. It is…read morenice to go out back and look at the water while you're there.

Like me, you might have driven by many times, imagining what those fried artichokes are like -- the…read moreones advertised on hand-made signs visible from the highway. Well, dear reader, I couldn't encourage you more strongly to hit the brakes next time and run right in to order some. They are perfect on a level that only an in-person experience can explain. And those signs, the ones that feel like they're screaming at you, are in fact telling you exactly what you need to know. Order the fried artichokes.

The food was very delicious and bountiful. The cafe was very clean and the service was excellent…read more Our server was polite and fast. Our breakfast also came out quickly. The owner was also walking around making sure everyone was happy with their food and with the service. Great place to visit. We can't wait to go back.

Location, location, location! We stopped here solely because we smelled the delicious food as our…read moreboat came in from our whale watching trip across the harbor. We walked in around 3pm, were seated along the bar overlooking the harbor with a great view. Unfortunately the staff either forgot about us or didn't realize we were in someone's assigned section because we ended up waiting almost 30 minutes for someone to come over to take our order. I tried turning around to make eye contact with the staff, but they were hard at work and I didn't want to interrupt them as they were almost always speaking to other customers. We watched several tables who were seated after us get their order taken, so I started to get nervous knowing they closed at 4pm. Right before we were about to leave a friendly staff member approached us to ask if we had been helped. We ordered everything at once to be efficient with time - my husband and I split the clam chowder, fish and chips, and a side order of sourdough bread. We received our food around 3:50pm and we were so excited to get our food. Ultimately I am glad we ended up waiting, the food was delicious and hit the spot after a busy day. I would say if you are on a time crunch, don't stop here. We will definitely come back, we'll just budget for more time!

The food was very good, we order 6 oysters on the half shell, a cup of artichoke bisque and a rock…read morecod fish sandwich. The sauce that came with the oysters was delicious, all the love for that. The bisque came with bread and was good, I liked the bread better than the soup. The sandwich was decent, but the bun was soft and it was falling apart. Maybe it just needs to be cut in half(or a different type bun)? The hours are limited:11-4. There is a wait even if they are half full, because they don't want to back the kitchen up (which was supposed to be like ten-but more like 20 minutes). I think there is different ownership or management. Service needs some adjustments, we were seated, our order taken then food brought out. Our water was never refilled, and we had to grab someone for the check. Our order came out with fries instead of tots, but they were so good about correcting that. It's nice sitting outside, but not too comfortable at the bar height seats.

Awesome stop on the way to Monterey. Cute cafe with plenty of indoor seating and a really nice…read moreoutdoor patio. Lots of cute plants and tchotchkes to peruse and buy as well. Waited about 15 minutes in line and 10-15min to get the hot food. We got the roasted mushroom sando, salted vanilla cold brew, and an olallieberry crimp. The salted vanilla cold brew was refreshing and delicious. It was my first time learning what olalliebeery is (a type of blackberry) and eating a "crimp": essentially a linzer cookie in muffin form. The crimp was perfectly baked, with nicely browned edges and fluffy interior; the dollop of olalliberry jam added both a bit of sweetness and tartness. The mushroom sando was so good, and I would definitely order it again. Everything from the bun (fluffy, buttery, well-baked) to the heaping pile of roasted, saucy mushrooms (so savory and generous), down to the luscious scrambled egg at the bottom was an A+ experience. No notes.

Stopped here on our way out of town 1 coffee and 1 smoothie…read morewas 15 expensive They were good But I get it only coffee shop around Its cute inside lots of plants and other items for sale Games to play if you want to as well

This is a family owned restaurant. Family members are fishermen & bring in fresh fish every day…read more The glassed in porch is just like sitting out on the deck with unobstructed views of the ocean. Even on a cold day the porch is heated. My wife & my favorite dish is a Caesar Salad with your choice of fish on top. I ask for my filet to be blackened. Wine is moderately priced with a generous pour. At the top of our favorite restaurants in the Monterey Bay area.

YES, YES, AND YES! Sea Harvest hooked us! I'm so pleased with what we found here! I have been…read morelooking for local caught fish, and this is fresh fish at a reasonable price. My daughter treated my mom and me for our birthday week, and my goodness--the combo fish tacos were fantastic and meaty! YUM, yum, yum! With tables out over the water, we could see otters playing while we enjoyed our meal. Save a little on the bill since it's walk-up and order and the busboys were super friendly and helpful with clearing tables, refreshing condiments, etc.

Having Monterey Aquarium season passes means we find ourselves down in Monterey every couple of…read moreweeks because my son absolutely loves the aquarium. And somewhere along the way, Phil's has become part of the tradition. The first few times we came down, we were on a mission to find the best cioppino. We tried multiple places that all made their own claims to the title, but after our very unofficial family taste test, Phil's was the clear winner. Their cioppino is what keeps us coming back -- rich, comforting, loaded with seafood, and exactly what I want after a day on the coast. We also tried the sea bass fish and chips, which were excellent. The fish was buttery and flaky inside with a nice crisp exterior, and the portion was generous with four good-sized pieces of fish. At this point, a Monterey Aquarium trip almost feels incomplete without a stop at Phil's. We may come down for the fish at the aquarium, but we stay for the fish at Phil's.

This is a review on the cod fish and chips. The order was huge. However, the fish had an extreme…read morefishy taste and the breading was thick and kind of doughy. The tartar sauce was pretty much flavorless. The staff is adequate and the restaurant is unique. I would come back but pass on the fish and chips.

I ordered a pulled pork sandwich with scalloped potatoes, the sandwich was LOADED with meat , the…read morepork was warm juicy and tender. It's the best BBQ I've had in all of the Central coast . I would 100% recommend

I am from Castroville with that being said I have seen this restaurant through its many changes one…read morething that never changes is how good the food is. This is a small local spot obviously it's in Castroville, but it doesn't take away from the friendly service and the tidiness of the restaurant itself. We walked in this Saturday evening and we're promptly greeted and told to pick a seat And we picked a lovely seat right by the large front window and we had a nice open window to get the air in. It was really welcoming per usual. It was very clean. The service itself was attentive, friendly, and fast. The same lady who is always working, was working this Saturday,I like her. She's always nice to us and my mom thinks she's the best. I'm mom loves this restaurant and she always wants to support them so when we get a chance we do come by to show some love now to the important part the food. Food was delicious. I actually started thinking to myself. How is this Restaurant not in the conversation in the best barbecue of the Central Coast? The tri-tip is delectable the brisket, his mouthwatering and the service is super good, so it is quite surprising to me. The only critique I could honestly give was the potatoes. My mom said that her scallop potatoes were still pretty hard. My potato salad was extremely hard, and I didn't mention the potato salad itself could use a little bit more sauce that might be personal preference and I do happen to make a mean potato salad so maybe I'm being a little overcritical, but my mom did kind of say the same thing so I think it's a fair critique. We had three meals (one was to go) they were all the same the combo platter, but there is different sites for everything as you see in the picture the potato salad, scalloped potatoes, steamed vegetables, french fries and baked beans were all of the things we had decided to try besides my mention of the potatoes, everything was delicious my mom is also mentioned that the macaroni and cheese is pretty darn good, but we didn't try it this time The french fries were out of this world. I wish I would've took a picture. They had some seasoning on there, but they were the bomb. You are definitely paying for the quality food you get as I mentioned we had three meals. My mom had a few glasses of wine. (3) I had a soft drink and a bottle of water and a tipped 20% and our bill was about 150 bucks. To be honest, preparing this meal at home would've been a lot more expensive with the different meat, selections and sides and not to mention the hours of prep that would've took and a good bottle of wine. We would've been well over $200 so me the value wasn't bad for not having to cook and getting some super good food . I feel bad I have it reviewed this place sooner because they deserve some good words written about them, they're doing good work. They have been open forever and that means something in today's economy to see local businesses staying open through these hard times please support them so they can continue to be open for their community... local or not you're doing a good thing by patronizing this establishment. Please stop by. I'm sure you will not regret it.

Love the new updates! This is always one of my go-to spots whenever we come to Monterey. The fried…read moreartichokes with ranch are SO fire and an absolute must for me every time! The café is always clean, the restrooms are nice, and the staff is super friendly and welcoming. Definitely a must-stop whenever we're on our way to Monterey!

Tried the fried artichoke hearts and thought they were pretty solid overall. I liked that they used…read moreactual whole pieces of artichoke heart -- they stayed crispy and had a good texture without feeling greasy. Flavor-wise, they were a little bland on their own, but the house-made ranch definitely helped and was honestly one of the best parts. Service is walk-up counter style, and everyone working there was really friendly and welcoming. The sandwiches looked good. Clean and well kept. I will definitely be back to try them. Good snack/app if you're in the area, especially with the ranch.

If you're looking for outstanding Thai food, I can't recommend Lemongrass enough! I've eaten at…read moremany Thai restaurants over the years, and this one is by far my favorite. Every time I'm out of town, I find myself craving their food and looking forward to my next visit. The restaurant has a clean, quiet, and relaxing atmosphere, and the staff is always warm, welcoming, and attentive. It's also located near the ocean, making it a wonderful place to enjoy a meal. One of the biggest reasons I keep coming back is their incredible fresh rolls with peanut dipping sauce. They are the best I've ever had! Another local restaurant I enjoy only serves fresh rolls on certain days or is frequently sold out, but Lemongrass always seems to have them available, which is a huge plus. The menu offers something for everyone, including an excellent selection of vegetarian dishes. Some of my personal favorites are their Mango Salad with a delicious dressing, Pumpkin Curry, Yellow Curry, and Cashew Vegetable. Every meal I've ordered has been fresh, flavorful, and consistently delicious. They truly never disappoint! *They also offer delivery through Uber Eats!* Lemongrass is absolutely worth a visit. The exceptional food, friendly service, relaxing atmosphere, and consistently high quality keep me coming back. I would be very disappointed if this restaurant ever closed down!

Usually lemongrass is my favorite spot in this area! My family and I have been coming here for over…read more8 years I think actually. Every single time the food has been 5/5 DELICIOUS. But this time it wasn't the best:/ I couldn't even say what was wrong but it just tasted off. The service was amazing as usual though!

Everything is delicious. Paletas are homemade Everyone is…read morevery nice and helpful. Will be coming back again and again

This is thee new spot in town…read more I've only ever stopped here to buy my daughter a scoop of ice cream but they're very friendly (huge plus) and it's the only local place we know of where they have sprinkles to go on top. Their menu is pretty big and everything is fairly priced in my opinion. Looking forward to trying some other items from here in the future.