Made it over to Loulou's for breakfast and was not disappointed. It's a small spot, and first come…read morefirst serve, and some times may be a bit of a wait but it's absolutely worth it. You can tell that workers are upbeat and attentive, having a great time while providing service so the atmosphere was wonderful! The food was also excellent, my wife and I opted to get the wharf wrap and the hubcap cake and split them between us. The wharf wrap was excellent, pico tasted great and the eggs and potatoes were cooked to perfection. But the hubcap cake was absolutely bomb. It's like having a short stack of pancakes, but everything gets the right amount of syrup. Absolutely loved it and would recommend to all

Food: Went with the special of the day that is a 3 egg scramble with mushrooms, spinach, cheese,…read morechicken apple sausage, and country style potatoes. I went with corn tortillas, and avocado slices on top. It was filling and was the perfect start to the day in Monterey. Ambiance: Diner vibes in full effect. Hole in the wall type of spot with friendly and lovely staff. About a 30min wait so you can walk around and explore, while you wait. Parking: You can park on the pier or park down the street for an easy walk to the diner.

The food was amazing. Service was outstanding. We enjoyed…read morethe ambience as well as other 200 people! Many people want to enjoy their first meal of the day in such a local /tourist dinner! Congratulations to First Awakenings. I have enjoyed you for the last 32 years. Cheers ! To Local businesses!

this was my first ever breakfast spot in monterey bay, and my bf and i really loved both dishes…read morethat we got !! we ordered the bombero burrito and the monkey wrench pancakes, and both were soooo yummy that we kept eating even tho we were so stuffed LOL - bombero burrito: i never had sour cream on a chile verde burrito before, but everything went so well together and the meat inside was so tender!! we ordered a full size burrito, and we were super thankful that our waitress had asked the kitchen to split it for us. a small gesture but so helpful in elevating our dining experience! i also loved the potatoes on the side that were perfectly seasoned. - monkey wrench pancake: i love how every bite had crunch from the walnuts, chocolate chips, and banana! the pancake was also so moist and perfectly sweetened without needing too much syrup! it was pretty crowded when we came here on a tuesday afternoon, but the workers were super efficient and running around constantly! i would love to try the other breakfast foods if i'm ever in the area again!

Visited mid March. The orange juice is freshly squeezed and divine. The pancakes are also amazing!!…read more A major reason for not giving is a 5th star is the pork chop being undercooked and flavorless. Service was not up to par either. They were attentive but not friendly, warm or inviting. We felt rushed. It is a very cramped space. We were charged $2.12 for not paying cash.

Far from the best but not the worst. Food was mediocre at best. The decor was eclectic and rustic…read more Service needs improvement as it was mediocre. The waitress misscharged several tables including ours. So make sure to check the itemized bill. We ordered the Crab Benedict, which was a good value. It had real crab meat with no fillers, but more would have been better. We also ordered the Castroville Scrambler. The issue with the Scrambler was how wet the dish was--literally soggy eggs. I dont know if they used canned diced tomatoes or artichoke hearts, but whatever it was needed to be drained. The sad part about the dish was the flavor was amazing. I just prefer my eggs not swimming in water.

Service was the best I have had in a long time.Food was great. First time there but won't be my…read morelast.

Rosine's was one of the highlights of our trip to Monterey! The portions were huge, the food was…read morefresh and flavorful, and the service was warm and attentive. We especially loved the homemade comfort food and couldn't leave without trying one of their famous cakes, which definitely lived up to the hype. The atmosphere is welcoming and family-friendly, making it a great spot whether you're visiting the area or a local looking for a reliable meal. If you're in downtown Monterey, Rosine's is absolutely worth a stop. We'll definitely be back!

Awesome spot for a breakfast or lunch! The crepes were so fresh and warm, the toppings were great…read more The sweet and savory crepes were both great. I got a make your own with onions, tomato's, and turkey. So good. The apple cinnamon dessert one was really good too. Food was out pretty quick. Glad I got to check it out!

Stopped by here for a snack with my pup and husband. And I am so glad we did…read more They had a nice patio area where you can see the wharf and the water in the distance and it was spacious. You order your food first and then find a seat, the cashier helping me was very friendly and recommended I add their famous homemade whipped cream to my crepe, so of course I did. The crepe itself was filled with fruit and very delicious. So glad I stopped by for this snack.

this place was definitely one of my bf's and my favorite meals in monterey since everything was…read moresuper yummy! we came here on a thursday morning and the place was crowded but there was no wait. also, the waitresses were so kind and attentive despite it being so busy, continuously asking us if we needed anything else or refills for water. much appreciated !!! foods: - lumpia: came out HOT and crispy! we had to cut it to let it cool down, but it was really good and crunchy and paired well with the sweet and sour sauce! it can get a bit oily, and we did see a bit of oil just pooled on the plate, so i'd probably limit to just one if you're not a big fan of oily foods. - pork belly fried rice: the pork belly was crispy and savory and paired so well with the fried rice and egg! the fried rice has bell pepper in it, which surprised me bc i'd never eaten that combo before, but i still enjoyed it! this was my bf's favorite dish and he kept talking about it the rest of the day LOL - lemon curd & blueberry pancakes: i absolutely LOVED this !! i'm usually not a big fan of sweet breakfast items, but this one was perfectly not too sweet and the lemon curd added such a nice tanginess that helped cut through the sweetness. i also loved how the pancakes were filled with blueberries and had more blueberries on top, so there was no skimping! we were surprised that we finished it all bc we usually don't eat all of our pancakes, so that really says how yummy it was hehe.

I was down in Monterey house sitting for a month so wanted to try a local spot for brunch with my…read morewife for our 10th Anniversary celebration weekend. The reviews are great. Maybe a little too great because the experience left me wondering if they were all posted by a marketing agency. The photos on the reviews are all a little too perfect imo. Conspiracies aside, the food was awful. I just don't get how this many people could share amazing post after amazing post and jive that with my in person experience. We ordered the corned beef hash. It needed salt. How?!!! Plus they basically only used beef and potato?! The menu said it had peppers and onion so when we asked, they brought some out on the side?!! Terrible. I mean it made it taste a little better but it was still not good. Then, the "lumpia" was more like an oil soggy egg roll. Too oily to even eat because literally it was dripping oil. So gross. Clearly someone not from the lumpia making culture made these. I do not recommend this place at all. Even the coffee was terrible. Only saving grace and the second star comes from the fresh squeezed orange juice. Delicious but come on ... smh ... does not save this place at all. Sorry, I really wanted to like this but this was my experience. Hopefully it was just a weird day.

We've been customers for years. Great food, consistent quality. Love their ribs, calamari, and…read morebraised short ribs. Unfortunately they recently stopped making their Lobster Corn Chowder which was wonderful. Please, please bring it back. We miss it.

What could be improved.... Everything but the cook!…read more Any stars given are to the chef. People that were in line for a table behind us got their food first. There was a family of three that came 15 mins after we did... we barley got one round (no waters, the bus boy served us waters, waiter over worked) they got two rounds plus there food. Mind you there was only two of us. There was a table of 4 that were behind us, they got their food, ate and we still didn't have our food. Worst service I've ever had I am from the Bay Area where we are over populated and use to waiting. It wasn't the wait, it was how disrespectful the wait became. DONT OPEN THE 12 doors just walk away.... Not to mention they didn't even give me my damn truffle fries, didn't even have the heart to ask and wait another hour for them to fix it. Thanks for the strong drink, it was greatly needed!

The cinnamon bun pancakes are indescribably delicious!!!we ordered a plate to share as an appetizer…read moreand 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

The vibes here are immaculate! The unobstructed ocean view from the patio area can't be beat. The…read moreservice 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!