Best Romantic Restaurants in Pacific Grove

34 restaurants available nearby

1. Passionfish

4.7

Exceptional(7254)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pacific Grove

Booked 23 times today

Passionfish offers a unique California dining experience with serious food and realistically priced wine in a fun and casual atmosphere. The ever-changing menu features the freshest, sustainable seafood, slow-cooked meats, organic greens, and delectable desserts, all complemented by an award-winning wine list priced nearly to retail. Passionfish is proudly owned and operated by Chef Meral Alpay and her son, Berk Guvenc. As pioneers in sustainable dining, Passionfish became the first restaurant in Monterey County to earn official ‘Green’ certification, reflecting their strong commitment to environmental responsibility and sustainable seafood education.

2. Fandango

4.7

Exceptional(3860)

Price: Expensive

• European • Pacific Grove

Booked 7 times today

A favorite among Fandango regulars is the succulent Rack of Lamb; other menu items include Fresh Seafood, a variety of pastas, delicious and exotic Mediterranean dishes such as paella and Couscous, and a tempting selection of excellent steaks. Several daily specialties are also available.Desserts we offer, Souffle, Profiteroles, Chocolate Mousse

3. Montrio

4.6

Exceptional(4225)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Monterey

Booked 20 times today

Montrio is a charming, elegant restaurant in downtown Monterey. It's a local favorite and a top pick for romantic dinners. Reviewers consistently praise its refined, comfortable atmosphere, with one calling it the 'perfect environment for a romantic dinner.' The excellent food, attentive service, and extensive wine list all contribute to its high ratings. It's a great choice for special occasions.

4. Fish Hopper

4.5

Awesome(3768)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Monterey

Booked 45 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. Sardine Factory

4.7

Exceptional(4981)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Monterey

Booked 40 times today

Every city has that one can’t miss restaurant, where celebrities feel at home and every other guest feels like a celebrity. Since October 2, 1968, The Sardine Factory’s cachet has made dining in our historic Cannery Row setting a tradition for world leaders, sports heroes and entertainment icons. Our award-winning chefs prepare delectable creations of fresh, sustainable seafood and USDA Prime Aged Beef; winner of Restaurant Hospitality Magazine’s "Best Wine List in America" award. The Lounge’s live entertainment, Happy Hour and affordable menu are a casual alternative to our other dining rooms. Celebrating over 50 years under the same ownership and management! Voted "Best Restaurant in Monterey" by Monterey County Herald readers.

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6. PortaBella Restaurant

4.5

Awesome(1693)

Price: Expensive

• French • Carmel

Booked 40 times today

Our cuisine features beautiful specialties from France, Italy and Spain. The dishes are rich in color and flavor.PortaBella is picturesque: awarded First Prize for Beautiful Flowerscaping from the Carmel Garden Club.The ambience is stylish and romantic, the setting historic

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7. Old Fisherman's Grotto

4.8

Exceptional(1646)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Monterey

Booked 26 times today

Nestled on the historic Fisherman's Wharf, overlooking the picturesque Monterey Harbor, Old Fisherman’s Grotto is a must-visit dining destination. Renowned worldwide for its exquisite cuisine, impeccable service, and charming ambiance, the Grotto offers a culinary experience like no other. Our menu showcases fresh seafood sourced sustainably, USDA prime beef, and an extensive wine selection with over 200 choices recognized by Wine Spectator Magazine. With a commitment to providing an intimate dining atmosphere, we enforce a zero-tolerance policy for excessive noise levels, ensuring a pleasant experience for all our guests. We kindly ask patrons to keep noise levels moderate to respect others' dining experiences.

8. Il Vecchio

4.5

Awesome(95)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • Pacific Grove

Booked 27 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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9. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

4.7

Exceptional(1972)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • Carmel

Booked 26 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.

10. Grasing's

4.7

Exceptional(3083)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Carmel

Booked 14 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.

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Jay
Dallas - Fort Worth •12 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Always a great time. Been coming here regularly anytime my family visits the peninsula. Ty so much.
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Sardine FactoryPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Monterey
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4.7
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michaelVIP
Idaho •57 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
As ownership changed, one is always “concerned” when returning to a favorite. No disappointment as food as good as ever, service spot on, and general good feeling and experience of a wonderful meal maintained. Congrats to new ownership and will def come back.
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PassionfishPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Pacific Grove
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4.7
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Steve
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We have been coming to the Fish Hopper Restaurant for many years. We love the locals menu. It is a great value without sacrificing quality. The macadamia crusted local halibut is also a favorite. Thank you Sabu!
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Fish HopperPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Monterey
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4.5
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Phyllis
San Francisco Bay Area •4 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
A classic, festive, special place to dine. Loved the weathered wood shingle and the colorful holiday lights adorning the building. Old school menu which I found refreshing. We enjoyed the calamari steak, the sand dabs, and shared a Grand Marnier souffle. There were several birthday celebrations at the restaurant the Sunday night we dined. Service was excellent. Food was delicious. I especially loved the buttery goodness of my sand dabs. Also my hearts of palm salad wit the ginger sesame dressing was very good. Grand Marnier souffle was lovely. There is nothing hipster about this restaurant, and that's why I enjoyed it.
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FandangoPrice: Expensive• European• Pacific Grove
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4.7
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Katy
San Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on Jan 4, 2025
So many tasty things on the menu makes it hard to choose. But they are all a good choice
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MontrioPrice: Expensive• Californian• Monterey
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4.6

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34 restaurants available nearby

1. Passionfish

2. Fandango

3. Montrio

4. Fish Hopper

5. Sardine Factory

6. PortaBella Restaurant

7. Old Fisherman's Grotto

8. Il Vecchio

9. Carmel's Bistro Giovanni

10. Grasing's

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