Here in Monterey, there are numerous delicious top-quality restaurants to take your parents too. With stunning ocean views, tasty food and great service, going out to eat in Monterey Bay will not disappoint.
Here are the top places to take your parents out to eat this RAFT weekend:
Monterey’s Fish House
Located along Del Monte Avenue in Monterey, Monterey’s Fish House hosts delicious seafood with a vibrant community setting. This local establishment also offers homemade pasta and steaks for anyone craving a dish other than seafood. Monterey’s Fish House is a family-owned business, and the restaurant has connections with Monterey’s local fishing industry. Fresh seafood makes this hidden gem a must-visit attraction for visiting families. This establishment is a well-kept secret from tourists, which makes it the perfect place for the entire family to escape the crowds. Serving only lunch and dinner, guests have the option of when it is most convenient for them to eat.
This restaurant is not short on recognition for its outstanding menu; Monterey’s Fish House was also featured on the popular food network show “Diners, Drive-ins, and Dives,” hosted by Guy Fieri. Additionally, it has been voted Monterey’s best seafood for years.
The Fish Hopper
Located along Monterey’s iconic Cannery Row, the Fish Hopper is the perfect place to appreciate stunning ocean views and mouth-watering surf and turf. This establishment focuses on fresh seafood from Monterey Bay, while bringing in steaks and salads. Guests additionally have the option to choose from a variety of seafood platters or select dishes from a hand-crafted gluten-free menu.
What makes this restaurant a wonderful place for a family lunch or dinner is the location. Guests from all over the world stop at this unique spot to dine with a view. The restaurant itself is propped above the water, where the waves crash below. On a clear day, you can see the smoke stacks of what was formerly a power plant of Moss Landing in the distance. You might also spot starfish, otters, sea lions, harbor seals, pelicans, cormorants and seagulls through the windows of the restaurant. An additional bonus of this restaurant is that it is right next to the shops of Cannery Row, and it is within walking distance of the famous Monterey Bay Aquarium.
Bubba Gump Shrimp Company
Located right next door to the Fish Hopper, Bubba Gump Shrimp Company is a fun and iconic restaurant for the entire family. Based on the classic film “Forrest Gump,” guests will see many items and references to the movie inside of the establishment. The food is based on the recipes from the movie; mostly seafood of Southern cuisine.
The location allows guests to look out at the stunning blue water of the Pacific Ocean. You can spot a variety of marine life next to the restaurant. Bubba Gump Shrimp Company is located next to many Cannery Row shops, and it is within walking distance of the aquarium.
Old Fisherman’s Grotto
Old Fisherman’s Grotto hosts scrumptious seafood treats and gorgeous harbor views. Located on the world-famous Old Fisherman’s Wharf in the heart of downtown Monterey, this establishment serves locally caught seafood. The most popular item on the menu is the world-famous clam chowder. This dish represents the local seafood of Monterey Bay. The restaurant also features salad, steak and pasta menus for guests wanting something other than seafood.
The location of this restaurant attracts people the most. Visitors can enjoy views of the wharf harbor and boats. There is also a myriad of wildlife to see: seals, sea lions, shorebirds, and jellyfish. The wharf also offers visitors a chance to explore local shops.