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A cuisine for every taste.

First things first: Thank you. You are to thank for the seemingly bottomless bounty of restaurants in this section. You see, Monterey County doesn’t have the population to support the wealth of nice eateries that proliferate here, but the thick bands of visitors mean there are many more restaurants per capita in the area than there would be otherwise.

That means cut-throat competition for restaurateurs, which is tough, but it also means a big, fat buffet of worthy options for you, which is delicious. Dig in.

Abalonetti Seafood Trattoria | Treat yourself to the joy of squid at this local seafood landmark with an unbeatable view. You can order Abalonetti’s famous calamari prepared six different ways or choose from a full menu of other seafood dishes. Full bar. 57 Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, 373-1851.

CafE Fina | Cafe Fina serves fresh local seafood and Italian dishes in a beautiful waterfront setting. Featuring pasta and ravioli made in-house, seasonal organic home-grown vegetables, wood-grilled meat and seafood entreés and pizza from the wood-burning oven. 47 Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, 372-5200.

Domenico’s on the Wharf | For a steaming, flavorful bowl of seafood cioppino and a gorgeous view of the water, Domenico’s is second to none. Brothers Dominic and Sam Mercurio and Sam’s wife, Angeli, serve the freshest seafood available with an Italian accent and a view from every table. 50 Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, 372-3655.

Fish Hopper | If it’s seafood and a view you want, here’s your place. Fish and crab from the bay are served along with lobster, prawns, pastas, prime rib and award-winning clam chowder. 700 Cannery Row, Monterey, 372-8543.

Fishwife | Consistently chosen the best seafood restaurants in a county filled with quality competition, Fishwife’s two locations offer variations on a theme: California cuisine with Caribbean flair. The Asilomar location is a casual beachtown gem serving delicious dishes like salmon with cilantro and serrano aioli; the Seaside location has a similarly inventive menu notable for its Tilapia Cancun and catfish sandwiches. 1996 Sunset Dr., Pacific Grove (at Asilomar Beach), 375-7107; 789 Trinity St., Seaside, 394-2027.

Flaherty’s | Still fresh after 33 years, this place packs in locals addicted to executive chef Francisco Cocova’s lobster BLT, halibut fish and chips and their famous Flaherty’s cioppino. The oyster bar, signature crab cakes and central Carmel location don’t hurt either. Sixth Avenue between Dolores and San Carlos, Carmel, 625-1500.

Carmel Mission – California Missions – Monterey Hotels Near Carmel ...

Visit one of the jewels of the historic California Missions founded by Father Junipero Serra when you vacation in Monterey.  The Carmel Mission, located in downtown Carmel, is a beautiful example of adobe architecture.  Carmel Mission was the headquarters of the California Mission chain and served as Father Serra’s residence.  Of particular interest on the mission grounds are the Mora Chapel, Basilica, the Chapel of the Blessed Sacrament, and the Junipero Serra Convento Museum.  Carmel Mission is open daily to visitors and mass is celebrated daily.

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