Best Restaurants for Outdoor Dining in Pacific Grove

24 restaurants available nearby

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1. Beach House Restaurant at Lovers Point

4.6

Exceptional(4310)

Price: Moderate

• Californian • Pacific Grove

Booked 15 times today

Casual California dining overlooking scenic and historic Lovers Point Beach.

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2. Schooners Monterey

4.6

Exceptional(3032)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Monterey

Booked 36 times today

Schooners, suspended over the waters of Monterey Bay, is a stunning restaurant featuring sustainable seafood and approachable, contemporary American cuisine. The ideal location for celebrating the Central Coast and the spectacular coastal region, the Schooners team commitment to fresh, sustainable seafood is reflected in the creative menu which features a variety of seafood options, both raw and cooked, as well as appetizers, soups, salads and main courses. A creative cocktail menu is served alongside an impressive wine list highlighting Monterey County vintners.

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3. Rosine's Restaurant

4.6

Exceptional(584)

Price: Moderate

• American • Monterey

Booked 34 times today

Rosine's Restaurant turns traditional American comfort food into an art form. This local family-owned and operated casual dining restaurant has been open for 43+ years. The Culcasi family, owners of Rosine's, have received a bit of national fame as it has appeared on Guy Fieri's show "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives". Rosine's offers indoor and outdoor (pet friendly) dining serving breakfast, lunch, dinner and weekend brunch, beer wine and signature craft cocktails. Breakfast offers include Eggs Benedicts, Omelets and a variety of other breakfast specialities. As for lunch and dinner, there is a mix of American and Italian dishes. Some of the most popular dishes on the menu include their Beef Minestrone soup, Chicken Parmesan and Lasagna. Scrumptious sandwiches, fresh salads and burgers are also elevated. They are known world wide for their award-winning house made desserts. A consistent winner with the locals for Best Comfort Food, Best Family Restaurant, Best Desserts + more.

4. Fish Hopper

4.5

Awesome(3759)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Monterey

Booked 72 times today

Experience the beauty of the Pacific Ocean combined with world-class dining on historic Cannery Row, just a short walk from the Monterey Bay Aquarium. The newly renovated Fish Hopper, housed in an original sardine cannery building, offers spectacular views of the stunning Monterey Bay from every table, including our heated outdoor patio. The Fish Hopper specializes in fresh, sustainable seafood, certified Angus beef, pastas, and live shellfish. Our seafood is either locally caught or shipped in fresh daily, and our produce is locally grown in the Salinas Valley. Some favorites include fresh Monterey Bay abalone, macadamia-crusted halibut, our famous “Tomahawk Chop” bone-in rib eye, and fresh Dungeness crab. Start your meal with our award-winning clam chowder, and indulge in one of our many exotic cocktail creations or a selection from our extensive wine collection. While enjoying your delicious meal, you can watch sea otters at play and even catch a glimpse of the occasional whale.

5. Grasing's

4.7

Exceptional(3075)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 21 times today

DINING UPDATE: Please call restaurant if desired reservation is not available online.Grasing's is open for indoor dining and limited outdoor dining (weather permitting). Please note if stairs are an issue for any guest. Please continue to visit our website a https://grasings.com for menu updates, holiday offerings and special events. Grasing’s, located in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea, lies along the Pacific Coast in Central California in Monterey County. Celebrity chef partners, Kurt Grasing and Narsai David, truly created a gem. From friendly and professional service, an award winning wine list and seasonally inspired cocktails to the fresh and sustainable local ingredients.Please contact the restaurant to request dog friendly patio seating.

6. Il Vecchio

4.5

Awesome(90)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pacific Grove

Booked 7 times today

Located near the Aquarium, we offer a true taste of Italy with our homemade pastas and hand-picked Italian wines. Enjoy dishes crafted from cherished family recipes in a warm, rustic setting that evokes the charm of an Italian trattoria. Whether it's a romantic dinner or a family gathering, Il Vecchio promises an unforgettable dining experience with stunning bay views and exceptional hospitality. Voted "Best Italian Restaurant" every year since 2011.

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7. Anton & Michel Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(3281)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 23 times today

Anton and Michel is now open INDOORS and OUTDOORS at the COURT of the FOUNTAINS.LUNCH: 11:30 AM – 4:00 PM / DINNER: 5:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Reservations are highly recommended.If you are having any difficulty making reservations online, please call the restaurant directly at 831-624-2406 or send us an email.Since 1980, Anton and Michel has consistently maintained an award-winning reputation for true excellence in the art of fine dining. A complete interior remodel was recently completed features handset stonework throughout the restaurant. The floor to ceiling windows offer breathtaking views of the Court of the Fountains. Zagat Survey calls it: Carmel’s long-standing paean to graciousness in dining out. Along with updated and contemporary changes to the menus, ultimate table side service flambé desserts remain. As quoted in the Wine Spectator, Anton and Michel is “probably the best dining experience in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea”.

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8. Domenico's on the Wharf

4.6

Exceptional(1636)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Monterey

Booked 16 times today

That friendly salutation is an invitation to dine with us and enjoy exceptional bayside ambiance, gracious service and delicious food. Our entire staff here at Domenico's On the Wharf has extended a warm welcome to locals and visitors for more than 35 years, and we proudly present the best seafood in Monterey for your dining pleasure.Our award-winning list of wine features the best from surrounding Monterey County vineyards, and we offer extensive selections from Sonoma, Napa, Italy, and France. The freshest, sustainable, local and Alaskan seafood take center stage in our culinary creations, and we also grill up extraordinary steaks and lovingly prepare in-house pastas and locally grown organic vegetables.Our family style of hospitality continues to win a special place in the hearts of our guests. Let us show you to your table overlooking the beautiful bay waters with a sunny window view of sea lions and pelicans at play.

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9. Fishwife - Pacific Grove

4.2

Awesome(873)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Pacific Grove

Booked 22 times today

Fishwife offers a menu of award-winning American cuisine with a Caribbean accent since 1986. With many daily specials, fresh Seafood as well as homemade pastas and dishes for children, there is something for everyone. Daily specials spotlight fresh catch and seasonal fish. Desserts are homemade as well. The atmosphere is casual with a FULL BAR and friendly service, making it a great place to visit with groups and family. Just a short walk from Asilomar Beach and Conference Center. Some of the most popular dishes are Clam chowder, Calamari, Alfredo Combo, Green Lip Mussels, Barramundi and famous homemade Key lime pie. You can also enjoy surf and turf or gluten-free options like the vegetarian bowl.

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10. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

4.7

Exceptional(1960)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 23 times today

Do you love Italian food? A world famous restaurant executive chef says it all by saying, “the best meals in California are at Carmel Bistro Giovanni!” An artful, romantic setting with an international wine list and amazing cocktails. Try some of our specialties: the "Mamma Mia" features mouth-watering meatballs with pasta and southern Mediterranean-spiced sauce, Veal Osso Bucco, Lamb Shank, steaks, and a plethora of seafood including halibut, salmon and sand dabs! For our gluten-free guests, we can also provide gluten free pasta and bread. *Patio availability depending on weather. We do have plenty of heat lamps but do not have covered tables outdoors. Please understand this when booking.* For parties of 6 or more we require a credit card to hold your table with a 24 hour cancellation policy, $25 per person will be applied to your credit card for late cancellations and no shows. *We have a $30 corkage fee for a standard size bottle (750 ml.) 2 bottle maximum per table.

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LarryVIP
Orange County •61 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Have enjoyed this restaurant for several years. Very good service—our waiter was wonderful Well-prepared food that is attractively presented. Extensive wine list. A terrific place for celebrating a special occasion although a bit pricey.
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Grasing'sPrice: Expensive• Californian• Carmel
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4.7
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SidneyVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •64 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a wonderful dinner and it was a great way to end our day in Monterey. My grand baby celebrated her 5th birthday and loved everything. Our server was awesome and very attentive on such a busy night.
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Rosine's RestaurantPrice: Moderate• American• Monterey
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4.6
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TarenVIP
Cincinnati / Dayton •19 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
The food was delicious and drinks were great. Overall experience was really nice. Great place to spend our Christmas Dinner.
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Fish HopperPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Monterey
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4.5
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Isabel
California Central Coast •11 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
This was one of the best meals we’ve had in a while. The view was spectacular, the chowder one of the best from the Monterey Bay area and the sirloin, pork chop and ravioli all cooked to perfection. All other local restaurants we’ve been to charge extra for bread, but this one was complimentary and delicious. Our server was attentive and friendly. We will definitely go back.
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Beach House Restaurant at Lovers PointPrice: Moderate• Californian• Pacific Grove
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4.6
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Chris
Seattle / Eastern Washington •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
Schooners is one of our all-time favorite restaurants to visit. We love the food, the ambience and the service is stellar. Nothing beats watching the sea life put on a full show while enjoying your five star meal!!!
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Schooners MontereyPrice: Expensive• Californian• Monterey
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4.6

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24 restaurants available nearby

1. Beach House Restaurant at Lovers Point

2. Schooners Monterey

3. Rosine's Restaurant

4. Fish Hopper

5. Grasing's

6. Il Vecchio

7. Anton & Michel Restaurant

8. Domenico's on the Wharf

9. Fishwife - Pacific Grove

10. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

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