The ambiance is beautiful, overlooking the bay and bit of cannery row. Not too many restaurants have a view this good anywhere. The service was very, very good. You waited for things but not long at all. The food is very good for what this place is. The corned beef is shredded and the flavor is excellent. It is not greasy or wet. My wife asked for poached eggs and they came out perfectly done. The tuna melt was very good as well. The bread seemed house made and had the perfect crunch, the tuna was the show, clearly fresh with not too much mayo. Had a little dill, celery and some tomato. Very nice indeed. Even the onion rings were above average. I certainly will recommend and return read more

The vibes here are immaculate! The unobstructed ocean view from the patio area can't be beat. The service is fast and the menu offers diverse options. It's a calming place to eat breakfast and chill for a minute. The food was also spectacular. The Norwegian Salmon Benedict hit the spot. The Hollandaise stood out in the best of ways. The potatos with a little hot sauce made the perfecting pairing, too. My wife enjoyed her simple-but-scrumptious combo breakfast plate and we walked away full and at peace. I only knock this down to four stars due to the steep prices on the menu and bitterness of the coffee. It needed immense amounts of milk and sugar to be edible and I'm not much of a black coffee snob; I usually drink most anything. Still highly recommend if you're visiting and can splurge on vacation! read more

The cinnamon bun pancakes are indescribably delicious!!!we ordered a plate to share as an appetizer and all elements were spectacular. We really liked the crunchy,sticky side the best. No morsels were left on that plate! The BLT has the most generous portion of thick sliced bacon , so much so several of us were able to take a slice and add it to our sandwiches! They serve a white chocolate hot chocolate here which is quite unique and a favorite with kids and adults. A perfect warm beverage for cool ocean breeze. Plenty of outdoor seating but you'll be happy inside too as plenty of windows to see the ocean. They do have some limited parking but just a block to two uphill is 90 min free parking read more

A must-visit when you're in Monterey or exploring Cannery Row. The breakfast is fantastic, the service is excellent, and the atmosphere is warm, charming, and inviting. The Huevos Rancheros is an absolute must!!Crispy corn tortillas layered with creamy beans, topped with sunny-side-up eggs with perfectly runny yolks, and finished with a rich, vibrant salsa ranchera. What's not to love? The Breakfast Quesadilla is another winna!!Chicken breast, scrambled eggs, fresh spinach, tomatoes, Jack and cheddar cheese, and fresh avocado inside a toasty flour tortilla. The portions are also very generous, making it a satisfying meal and a great value. Park at the designated parking lot above the restaurant and take the stairs down. Happy eating!! 48 read more

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We ate here before exploring Monterey. Very cute cafe! The interior was nice, but not so spacious. They were going to put us on two tables with 9 people, so we asked them if we could occupy another table, and they were okay with it. The food was generous and seasoned well. The employees were nice and the service was good. Outdoor seating has a nice view of the beach, and the indoor area is cozy and laidback. The only con is that there are a lot of flies, even if we were indoors. Overall, everything was good and we will come back again when we visit Monterey. read more

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During a lovely stay in Monterey, we were pleased to find this place within walking distance of our hotel. It really has an amazing location & view, being on a walking trail with no buildings on the empty field between it and the ocean. The service is also good, plenty attentive & friendly. Their alcohol prices are acceptable, only barely on the side of too high. The food was tasty but wholly overpriced. Much like all the places we ate at on our trip, there is obviously an undisclosed surcharge for the privilege of eating in Monterey. I assume it works for them because many people, like us, are there on vacation and can justify overpaying for food since it's just for the trip. In spite of their high prices, I'll probably go back because their patio has immaculate vibes and I'm all about that whimsymaxxing. read more

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Stopped by for both breakfast and lunch - both were good but I think breakfast is the better of the two meals here. I recommend stopping by early to avoid the lines. For breakfast, I had the Denver omelet which comes with toast and potatoes but I upgraded to a fruit bowl which made the meal lighter. The omelet was filling and had big chunks of ham. My husband had the corned beef hash which was homemade corned beef chunks and served with poached eggs. For lunch, I had the halibut fish and chips - the fish didn't dry out despite the thicker batter (wish it was a little less breaded) and the portion was huge; I honestly could have shared it with my husband. My husband had the blue moon burger which he thought was pretty good and a big potion as well. read more

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We have been coming to Wave Street Cafe for many years now on our anniversary/engagement/honeymoon trips and it is always a pleasure. Our most recent visit was for our ten year anniversary. The food is always delicious, fresh, and hot. Beautiful view of the ocean, with indoor and outdoor seating available depending on the weather. The servers are always friendly and helpful especially when ordering new things. We usually get the fish and chips and fish tacos as they are just so good. They also have the best cokes in a glass bottle here too! It gets busy so be sure to swing by early and get your name down and take a stroll down to the beach or on cannery row while you wait. A great spot to dine on your trip! read more

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Delicious food, nice servers. Outside patio was really pretty. Happy they were dog friendly.

Local favorite cafe- recommended by a family member for their Monkey Do pancakes. Cute cafe with ocean view, very quaint yet clean. The staff was very friendly . We had a large party and they informed us that we would be seated when all had arrived. We arrived just before opening , we heard it gets crowded. Parking was easy next to the restaurant. We were seated outside. Our orders were taken quickly and food came out hot and in a timely manner. The highlight was the Monkey Do pancakes, although the egg dishes were good. The corned beef was average as well as my breakfast burrito. The honey lavender latte was very good although a little sweet. Overall, I would recommend as the food was good, staff was friendly and efficient and the view was beautiful. read more

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Outstanding. A lovely view from the patio to the ocean at Cannery Row. Great outdoor seating with heaters. Thoughtful service and a wide breakfast menu with Chilaquiles, Huevos Rancheros, a breakfast burrito, and a Chorizo Scramble, which I went for. I loved it. A great spiced egg, black bean, and chorizo base topped with the exact right amount of sour cream, pico de gallo, and sour cream. The Wave Street Potatoes were great. And! And! A selection of hot sauces including my favorite hard-to-find Pepper Plant sauce. The blueberry jam on toast was also a good choice. The atmosphere alone is worth the trip, but the food is stellar. read more

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Where do I begin? Wave Street Cafe is always such a treat. I can't believe I haven't written a review yet. I enjoyed THE BEST OMELETTE of my life yesterday, the garden omelette with goat cheese is next level. Bursting with mushrooms, spinach, carmelized onions and the creamiest goat cheese- it's an umami delight. Their breakfast potatoes are also the best I've had- We also enjoyed their pancakes, we tried cinnamon bun and buttermilk, they're delicious and worth a visit to try these epic pancakes. They also have an extensive coffee menu, we tried their mocha and pistachio rose latte- both amazing. And their house coffee, which is provided by Carmel Roasting company - I asked where it came from, it was that good. Such an epic way to start our day, I highly recommend it. read more

I am glad I used Yelp to find this place that is not located directly on the main street. Most of the places I saw located on Cannery Row had low customer ratings. It is a small place and might be a bit hard to locate, but definitely worth the search and possible wait. We had a nice table outside. Service was good and food was great. Prices seemed about right. read more

Wave Street Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

The food here is amazing! The outdoor seating is so beautiful as well. The service was on point. I got the Brooklyn Benedict and it was creamy, salmon was fresh and the runny yoke tied everything together. Great local gem! read more

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Great breakfast and music. Not too far of a walk from our hotel and we're seated quickly. Food took a while to come out. We ordered the chilaquiles and the breakfast burrito , one coffee drink. Total was $56 The chilaquiles were very good 5/5 !! I wish I would had ordered that instead. I got the breakfast burrito. I asked for no black beans or onions and chorizo added. It was okay 3/5. With the sour cream and salsa it had more flavor! Nice view of the beach and great music. read more

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This popular brunch convenient located in the heart of Monterey bay, 10 Min's working distance to aquarium, as well as with great views overlooking the ocean. Its waiting system is perfectly managed, with phone number wrote down for you to check out the nearby stuff. And staff will call you within 5-10 to be seated. The dish - crab cake was pretty good, all that I wanted, fresh, not too much extra additives. Even some greens on the side of the plate. Artichoke hearts- not a big fan, as it's too much oil, and not that kind of deep fry that you see in a tempura. I can barely taste the artichoke except for the oily skin. Tuna melt - pretty decent. The vibe is nice, staff is friendly. read more

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We waited for 45 minutes to get seated. We ordered crab cake Benedict and the monkey do cakes. We thought the crab cakes were well made as well as the potatoes. The monkey do was a bit of a disappointment because the sauce was too sweet and made the pancake soggy. Over all had an okay experience. read more

Wave Street Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

Came for brunch/lunch on a Saturday around 1:30 PM and were seated right away. The outdoor patio is cute and is especially nice with flowers and heaters and an ocean view. I'm not sure if they were shortstaffed or weren't frequently coming outside, but they did not come to refill my water or check on us often. The menu has both brunch and lunch items so lots of variety. as a vegetarian , I went with the roasted vegetable Panini, it looked delicious when it arrived, but there was bacon inside!!! I glanced back at the menu to make sure I didn't make a mistake, but there was no bacon listed in the description. We flagged down the wait staff and asked if there was supposed to be bacon he quickly took away my plate and remade it, although by then my husband had finished his meal. My new Panini was clearly cooked very quickly, so it was lacking in seasoning and almost too temperature hot to eat. The fries were crispy and well seasoned. There is street parking. read more

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Worth the very long wait and deserving of all their stars. The food was delicious and hot. We ordered a bacon avocado omelette, cutie cakes combo w/ chocolate chips that was a big hit especially their scrambled eggs, and I loved my chilaquiles with chorizo no eggs! To top it off an ocean view while you eat read more

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A little upset at how late the service is here. We put our name on waitlist an hour in advance and then waited another hour at the restaurant. I swear new people that weren't on the list were getting in quicker than us. The queue really put a sour taste in my mouth. The food was okay, nothing spectacular. I would just choose a place that is more upfront about wait times. read more

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Wave Street Restaurant is a gem. We came for breakfast and everything was fantastic. The omelets were both healthy and incredibly tasty--you can tell they use quality ingredients. But the real star might have been the lavender latte--it was bomb! Seriously one of the best I've had. The wait was a little long to get seated, but honestly, for food this good, it was absolutely worth it. Highly recommend! read more

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A little tip for anyone trying to find this place. Go down Monterey Bay Coastal Trail instead of Wave Street. I came here last time and walked right past the entrance when I came down Wave Street, since it is a bit hidden (you have to walk down some stairs if you're coming from Wave Street). The entrance is right next to the Monterey Bay Coastal Trail. I ordered the Brioche French Toast because I remembered liking it during my last visit. It was solid, but nothing particularly special, so I will try something else next time I come here. The location is nice, with a pretty good view of the ocean. The service is friendly and good. read more

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Delicious food that was thankfully worth the wait. There was about a 45 minute wait to be sat and then another 30ish minutes minutes before we got our food. Customer service was good, only complaint was the wait. read more

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Neat location with views of the ocean. Food was good but could have been better. The halibut fish and chips weren't very crispy and was a little tough. Everything else was good. read more

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Take out Vegetarian panini is delicious and full of veggies. The bread was fresh and tasty. The restaurant is always busy and I'd love go back and sit outside on the patio. It was clean and inviting. Pick up was easy and friendly. read more

Wave Street Café - Roasted Vegetable Panini - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

Unless you're a local, you would easily miss this place. If it wasn't for Yelp, I would not have found this place. I like that there is parking available on the property. Came on a Tuesday afternoon and the patio was already looking busy. My boyfriend and I sat outside as we had our dog along. Took a few minutes after looking at the menu for a server to greet us and take our drink orders. I got a pistachio rose latte and it was super delish. Love the taste and very unique. For appetizers, we tried the calamari which was great. Along with the Alaskan Cod fish and chips I ordered, I really liked how both of them were prepared and fried. They were nicely fluffy and not overly fried. Also loved the touch with the cranberry cold slaw on the side. The tartar and cocktail sauce were great as well. My boyfriend got the Cowboy Burger which he really enjoyed, and fell into a food coma afterward. Definitely recommend to anyone that's looking for seafood dishes in Monterey. Although they have a limited seafood menu, I was happier going with Wave Street Cafe than one of the tourist trap restaurants on Fisherman's Wharf. read more

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My husband and I ate at the Wave Street Cafe twice during our trip to Monterey. Both times we sat inside the restaurant as the patio seating had a longer wait time. Inside the restaurant was comfortable, although it was busy. We enjoyed the food and the service was attentive. We had the breakfast quesadilla, breakfast burrito, the BLT sandwich, and the 2 egg breakfast. The restaurant was busy but the servers were always prompt, knowledgeable about allergens, and quick to refill coffee and water glasses. We will definitely eat here again! read more

The Crown Jewel of Monterey Breakfasts If you only have time for one big meal in Monterey, make it this one. My wife and I both agreed this was the best meal of our entire trip. To be fair, she might be a little biased because breakfast is her absolute jam, but the quality here is undeniable. The Food & Drinks We decided to branch out with our orders, and nothing disappointed: The Poblano Chile Omelet: I went with this savory choice, paired with a classic drip coffee. The omelet was flavorful and hit the spot. The Breakfast Burrito & Chai Latte: I actually had to sweet talk my wife into the burrito, as she wasn't originally planning on it, but she paired it with a chai latte and ended up loving it. The Fresh Blackberry Jam: I'm not usually a jam person, but I couldn't pass up the fresh blackberry jam on my toast. It was incredible--honestly, total drool-worthy material. The Atmosphere & Seating The location is stunning, but you have to be strategic. We managed to snag prime seating on the patio overlooking the waves. Even if it's a bit brisk, they have heaters available so you don't have to worry about getting cold while you enjoy the view. Pro Tip: Timing is Everything Come in early or be prepared to wait! We timed it just right, but by the time we finished and were heading out, the line was already out the door. This place is clearly no secret, but for a view of the water and that blackberry jam, it is worth every minute of the wait. read more

Wave Street Café - poblano chile - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

Ambiance and staff great ocean views outside seating all day menus for breakfast and lunch. My toasted bagel was never toasted and tip ask for cream cheese on side. read more

Wave Street Café - Vanilla Latte - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

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Took probably 1 1/2 hours to get seated on a Saturday for lunch but luckily there's plenty of stores that are walkable. We tried the calamari & chicken pesto sandwich and both were so good! They have a very big menu with lots of options & a Mother's Day menu as well that sounded delicious. Will definitely come back when I'm in the area read more

This place is difficult to find if you're not local, if you find parking on Cannery Row and find the blue gate, walk down the brick steps, the restaurant will be on your right hand side past the alleyway. We ordered the hot mocha and a hot chocolate. The mocha had a strong coffee taste, so if you're into that make sure to grab the yummy mocha! Hot chocolate was delicious and had a fun touch with the sprinkles! We didn't get a photo of the food but I recommend the cinnamon roll pancakes, the bacon avacado omelette, and sausage over the bacon. The server was extremely sweet and was a delight to be around. Bathrooms were easy to find, which can be difficult in the surrounding area. The cafe is cute, up to date, and gives a family friendly atmosphere to all who dine in. Lovely place overall. read more

Wave Street Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

I was looking for a brunch spot to take the family on a Saturday morning. Our go-to spot is the overly popular First Awakenings but we wanted to try something new so landed on Wave Street Cafe. You have to come in person and put your name down, then they will call you when your table is almost ready. It can be busy in the mornings on weekends as we waited 45-60 min for a table of 5. We tried the enchiladas, Jack's Burger, the Wave Street Combo (classic eggs, potatoes, plus pancakes or French toast), and a panini--everything was fresh and tasty! I will say their drinks were quite expensive across the board for coffee or juice ($7ish for a glass). If you sit outside, you get a nice view of the beach and the sound of the waves. Inside is small but cozy, with a laid-back vibe that makes you want to sip coffee a little longer. Service was friendly and best they can do for being such a busy spot in Monterey. Grab an outdoor table for the view, but the inside is just as charming if it's windy. read more

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Overall we had a very good dining experience here. The hostess was not particularly friendly but other than that everything was very tasty. We had to wait but did get an outdoor table with a lively view of the bay. If they take reservations, make one. They are always busy. We ordered a blt with a side salad and a greek omelet. The blt was good but it really could have used more bacon. The bacon was nice and crispy and the side salad was well dressed and a good size. The omelet was delicious as were the accompanying potatoes. Pricing was reasonable given the view. read more

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There was a huge line, but once we got our name in, the wait was not long at all so don't be discouraged if you see a long line...they move pretty fast. Everyone was so nice, from the hostess to our waiter. We ordered: yogurt bowl, French toast, English muffin breakfast sandwich and an omelette. For drinks: a rose pistachio latte and a cappuccino. Everything was delicious! We didn't wait long for our food. Our drinks came out right away. Apparently this is the place where locals come to eat! We really enjoyed this breakfast spot and definitely would come again when in Monterey! read more

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Love at first Wave! We spent 2 days in Monterey and I know, it's not enough for all the culinary adventures in the area but it is what it is. The wait was long but worth it. We ordered; Huevos Rancheros, Fruity Pebble Waffles, Applewood Bacon and Arugula Benedict, Breakfast Wuesadilla, Rose Pistachio Latte (made with Pistachio Milk) , and a few other items. Everything was fresh, well seasoned and nothing was left behind. Staff were friendly and offered good service. It was a little on the slow side for water refills and getting initial drinks but overall the food and ambiance win. We took our pup with us and they brought her a treat and water. We will definitely be back! read more

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I ordered takeout from Wave Street Cafe today and was incredibly frustrated by the entire experience. Their official online ordering system (ChowNow) lists the New York Steak & Eggs for $22.95, but when I called to place the order, I was charged their higher in-house price of $27.95 which I didn't know until I got into the restaurant to see the price for myself. Both items ordered were higher than the digital menu prices, making my final bill nearly $10 more than expected.To make matters worse, after paying the higher price, we got home and realized they completely forgot my husband's toast that comes with the meal. Failing to keep your digital menu updated is highly misleading, and failing to double-check takeout containers shows a total lack of care. It completely ruined the meal and we will not be back read more

We had time for one stop in Monterey and decided to go to Wave street. Got the fruity pebble pancakes and they were super yummy. Slightly crunchy exterior and soft interior. We were seated outside but they did have lamps to keep us warm. I also got the white chocolate mocha and the portion size was very generous. It was heavy on the sweeter side, so be sure to ask for less sweet if that's what you prefer. They have a bathroom in the back outside, which was fine, but there was a large hoard of flies circling the entrance which was a bit uncomfortable. Food: 8/10 Service: 10/10 Ambience: 6/10 read more

Wave Street Café - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California

Wave to me was just OK great view and everything. The surface was just OK for me and the food was just OK for me, but it has a nice view. It's pretty. It was just OK for me so you can check it out. Maybe you'll like it, but I wouldn't say hey you have to go here. It was really hard to find you with the address that was given. read more

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We couldn't find this place because we came from the back and down the stairs. It look ran down, but when you finally get to the restaurant, it was cute. There were two bathrooms that needed a code. There was plenty of seating while waiting. We waited about 10 minutes or so. The hostess was very nice and friendly. We sat inside. Our table was uneven so it was shaky when you put your elbows on it. Our waiter only came once to check on us, but we didn't get a refill on our waters. I had to drink my daughter's glass, lol. The food was delicious and the amount was worth the price. My son had the chicken panini sandwich and he loved it. It was his first time having panini. My daughter had the cheeseburger and it was the perfect size for her. I ordered the avocado and beacon omelette and it was super delicious. The egg omelette itself was a little thin, but the fillings inside were perfect. A lot of variety of breakfast, served all day. The food was fantastic! 4 STARS! The service could have been better! read more

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I'll start with the bad and go to the good. First off the service was not that great. I feel like it may have not been the servers fault it seemed a bit busy, so that means the business needs to help out their staff and get them enough hands to have a good restaurant flow. I also received my cappuccino with a lip stick stain still on the cup. I wanted to send it back but didn't in fear of it taking so long to get ,but the cappuccino tasted great. Besides that the view was beautiful and the place is cute. The food was also super good and made up for the other things. read more

Wave Street Café - this is the Cappuccino with the lip stick stain still - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Monterey, California