Montrio

Review summary

1. A

   Amy

   Sacramento

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined 5 days ago

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   I had the special salmon with an orange and fennel sauce that was wonderful. The service and atmosphere were great. We’ll definitely return next time we visit Monterey.
   

   MontrioResponded 4 days ago

   Amy, Thank you for such wonderful feedback, on your evening at Montrio. We will certainly pass on the compliments to our team. Best, The Montrio team
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
2. R

   Rusell

   Central Coast

   1 review

   3.0

   1 review

   Dined on 17 November 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 2
   4. Ambience 4

   We were last here for Valentine's Day, 2020 (just before Covid shutdown) and absolutely loved everything about the place. The drinks, the appetizer, entree, and dessert were 5/5. We raved that it was one of the best meals we ever had. Fast forward 4 years later and were looking forward to reliving that experience again with a group of friends. Instead, we found ourselves enjoying our food, but it just wasn't nearly as good as the first time. The menu has changed completely and we were looking forward to the shareable meat plate we missed out on last time, and the delicious white sardine appetizer we did get to enjoy last time. You may enjoy the food more if this is your first time going. Don't get me wrong, the food was good, just not great. And for that price point, I expect great
   

   MontrioResponded 4 days ago

   Rusell, I'm sorry to hear your experience did not live up to your expectations. I will reach out privately, to further address.
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
3. B

   Brenda

   San Francisco

   120 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   120 reviews

   Dined on 14 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We tried the onion soup, miso pork belly, daily fish special entree (salmon), scallop entree and Tahitian vanilla crème brûlée — the flavors were excellent. The crème brûlée consistency was a little bit watery, but the flavor was very nice. Service was very good and they kept our water glasses filled without asking!!!
   

   • 
   • 
   • 

   MontrioResponded on 15 November 2024

   Brenda, Thank you for taking the time out to leave us such a wonderful review. We're sorry to hear about your creme brulee issue, but glad that everything else was so great. We look forward to your next evening at Montrio. Best, The Montrio team
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
4. CR

   CindyR

   Los Angeles

   10 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   10 reviews

   Dined on 9 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Best fine dining in Monterey. Exquisite service and attention to detail. Beautiful ambiance. Locally sourced, creatively presented deliciously balanced. Well thought out wine list.
   

   • 
   • 
   • 
   • 
   • 
   • 

   MontrioResponded on 9 November 2024

   Cindy, Thank you for the amazing review. We are extremely happy that you've enjoyed your dining experience with us at Montrio. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Best, The Montrio Team.
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
5. V

   Vicky

   San Francisco

   2 reviews

   3.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on 4 November 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 4

   The duck breast served with wild mushroom was very good although I got two small slices of duck. Mine was $38 My husband had a pasta dish with a sausage tomato sauce that was fair, nothing special, for $36. Very expensive for what it was. We also got a side of Brussels sprouts that was really good for $14 That was probably my favorite dish. The food was hit or miss. We thought it was too expensive for the overall experience. Our server was nice, but not as professional as the ambiance suggested.
   

   MontrioResponded on 7 November 2024

   Vicky, I'm sorry to hear you did not thoroughly enjoy your dinner with us. I will reach out privately to further address.
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
6. MD

   MDM1975

   Los Angeles

   5 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on 2 November 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great experience. Incredible spot with great view. Anthony was a great waiter. Excellent service with a smile and great recommendations.
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
7. S

   Suzanne

   Central Coast

   23 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   23 reviews

   Dined on 31 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   On a Wednesday, it was totally quiet. It was great! French onion soup was very filling and done to perfection! House salad way good (❤️ pistachios and the dressing!) we both had pumpkin creme brulee which was different. The sweetness is relative, with one person saying too sweet, but I thought it fine, and with arugula, baby beats and duck prosciutto (kind of gamy to me), that could be a light meal in itself! I drank a couple of “Passionate Life” mocktails and I highly recomment it to those who can’t drink alcohol but want something fun and refreshing. Perfect service! Thanks!
   

   MontrioResponded on 1 November 2024

   Suzanne, Thank you very much for such a wonderful review. We are very happy to hear you had such a wonderful experience. We look forward to your next evening at Montrio. Best, The Montrio team
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
8. F

   Frank

   San Francisco

   27 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   27 reviews

   Dined on 30 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We love this place. The cocktails are wonderful. Miso pork belly was excellent. I may have had the best cioppino ever, and my wife loved the scallops. Having said that, our server was fantastic! It was a special occasion dinner - and a special occasion experience, too.
   

   MontrioResponded on 2 November 2024

   Frank, Thank you for sharing your experience with us. We are thrilled to hear you had such a wonderful evening at Montrio. Best, The Montrio team
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
9. L

   Larry

   San Francisco

   24 reviews

   5.0

   24 reviews

   Dined on 24 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a lovely dinner here a few years ago and wanted to try again. It was clearly worth coming back! The food was great and the server was very nice and attentive without being too present. We will return.
   

   MontrioResponded on 25 October 2024

   Larry, Thank you for returning to dine with us. We our glad to hear that you had a memorable experience. We hope to see you again soon. Best, Montrio Team
   

   Is this helpful?

   Report
10. B

    Barbara

    San Francisco

    188 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    188 reviews

    Dined on 20 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    We had a wonderful experience at Montrio! The food is amazing and the staff (wait staff, busboys, manager, etc) were all so gracious and accommodating. Their sole goal (as they kept saying) is to ensure we have a very positive experience and that we are "happy"! I ordered duck breast which was great. The Montrio salad was tasty and refreshing. My husband had the onion soup gratin which was excellent. His entree was the roast chicken which turned out not to be so great--sauce was too salty. They quickly offered to bring him another entree; he picked short ribs. They were delicious and perfectly cooked. The manager presented a complimentary wine of glass which he said paired perfectly with the short ribs. The manager was personable, friendly and informative. All in all, in spite of the dear prices, we would go back in a heartbeat the next time we're in the area.
    

    MontrioResponded on 25 October 2024

    Barbara, We are are very happy to hear that you had an incredible experience. We agree with you, the Montrio house salad is very tasty and it is one our favorites. We are also glad to hear that the short ribs were delicious. Thank you for the amazing review. We hope to you again soon. Best, The Montrio Team
    

    Is this helpful?

    Report