Our Menu
An ever-evolving celebration of seasonal Californian cuisine, inspired by the bounty of the Monterey Peninsula.
Cutting Edge Californian
One of the five greenest Monterey Restaurants
$5 split charge fee will be added to any non-shared check to cover associated costs. Water will only be served upon request.
Malt vinegar aioli, petite pea shoot salad
Black & white sesame crusted, shiso arugula cucumber salad, sesame ginger lime vinaigrette
Local Rock Cod, salmon roe, Montrio tartar sauce
Arugula, pickled apple, rice wine vinaigrette, spiced almonds, jalapeño honey
Corn crème brûlée, duck prosciutto, smoked beets, arugula salad, Dijon vinaigrette
Caramelized onion broth, gruyère, country sourdough
Poured tableside. Atlantic lobster tail & fennel confit
House-made Caesar dressing, Nueske's lardons, garlic breadcrumbs, parmesan cheese & white anchovy
Shaved frozen heirloom tomatoes, burrata, Elio Verde EVOO, Villa Manodori, micro basil
Artisanal blend of local greens, candied pistachios, seasonal berries, pickled apples, Cambazola cheese, maple balsamic vinaigrette
Sustainably caught fish and seafood, chef's daily inspiration
Dusted in blue cornmeal, tri-colored warm potato salad, saffron aioli, haricot verts
Seared U10 Diver scallop, creamed corn, sun-dried tomato, wilted arugula, aged juniper balsamic vinegar
San Francisco classic — jumbo lump blue crab, P.E.I. mussels, little neck clams, gulf prawns, scallops, pomodoro sauce, harissa & grilled bread. Add pasta $8
Grilled Maitake mushrooms, creamed corn, roasted patty pan squash, mini squash with pistachios & chili oil, chimichurri, arugula
Garlic & herb marinated Jidori chicken, smoked mashed potatoes, roasted heirloom baby carrots, sun-dried tomato pan jus
Gigante bean salad, baby bok choy, pickled peaches, cherry glaze
Bacon & breadcrumb encrusted, apple gastrique, sriracha risotto, roasted patty pan squash, mini squash with pistachios & chili oil, dehydrated apple
Pommes purée, confit of tomatoes, sautéed spinach, Nueske's lardons & pan jus
8oz. American wagyu grilled over almond wood, chimichurri, boulangère potatoes, braised red cabbage
8oz. Seared Certified Angus Beef filet, pommes frites, garlicky spinach, pink peppercorn au poivre
With chili oil and pistachios
Tequila, lime juice, house-made grapefruit shrub
House spiced infused rum, coconut, pineapple, lime juice
Brown butter washed bourbon, house-toasted almond syrup, chicory-pecan bitters
Table-side presentation. Madre Mezcal, Chartreuse, Amaro Nonino, lime
Clarified: gin, blue spirulina, Italicus, lemon, citric acid, rosemary. $1 is donated to local soccer charities
Banana washed rum, Matcha, Tempus Fugit Banana, lime
Charred watermelon infused tequila, Chareau Aloe liqueur, watermelon rind shrub, lime
Mezcal, Bruto Americano, passion fruit, lemon, egg white
Bordeaux, France '25
Valle Isarco, Italy '25
Santa Rita Hills, CA '21
Michaud Vineyard, Chalone, Monterey County, CA '23
Carneros, Napa, CA '22
Alexander Valley, Sonoma County, CA '23
Serrières, FR, NV
North Coast, CA, NV
Central Coast, CA '22
Carmel Valley, CA '22
Rhône Valley, FR, NV
Dry Creek Valley, CA '21
Paso Robles, CA '22
Lager 4.3% / Seaside, CA
Tropical IPA 6.5% / Monterey, CA
Amber Ale 5.8% / Boonville, CA
Lyre's Italian Orange, tonic, mint
Passionfruit, lime, mint
House-made blood orange shrub, soda, lime
House-made grapefruit shrub, soda
New Here?
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Best restaurant in Monterey. Our server was excellent and the food was delicious. The ambience is smartly casual. A great dining experience.
Wonderful experience from start to finish. The interior is beautiful and elegant. Our waiter, Bill, was attentive, professional, and knowledgeable. He kindly brought me a different drink as the first one did not agree with my taste buds. The food was beautifully presented and simply delicious. We started with the ahi tuna appetizer and then I had the waygu eye of ribeye which was perfectly cooked, tender, and delicious. My husband had the pork chop and this was a standout dish. Tender, juicy, and super tasty and the Sriracha risotto was divine. It was a perfect evening and we look forward to returning. Thank you, Bill, for a great night!
Excellent service and cocktails that are works of art. Every bite was wonderful and great attention and care was evident in every item and how they were served. The savory creme brulé appetizer was so memorable and inventive. When you pick a place with a Michelin star in a city known for food, this is what you expect... They excelled with every course.