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Halloween falls on Saturday, October 31, 2026. For couples who'd rather trade costumes for candlelight, Montrio is the date night restaurant in Monterey to book, open until 10 PM inside a restored 1910 firehouse.
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From November through January, thousands of western monarchs cluster in the eucalyptus at Pacific Grove's Monarch Sanctuary. Here's how to plan the perfect monarch day, ending with a farm-driven dinner at Montrio.
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How Montrio, a certified green restaurant in downtown Monterey, sources sustainable seafood — and the Catch of the Day, Cioppino, and scallops worth ordering.
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Fall has landed on the menu at Montrio in downtown Monterey. Here's what to order right now: seasonal Californian plates served in a historic 1910 firehouse.
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Every Tuesday, bottles on Montrio's Wine Promotion List are half price during dinner service - on a list that holds the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2026. Here's how the night works, what to pour with what, and the cocktails worth ordering.
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Montrio grills two headline cuts over almond wood in a 1910 firehouse — an 8oz Snake River Farms American Wagyu eye of ribeye and an 8oz Certified Angus Beef filet mignon. Here is how they differ and which one to order.
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Montrio hosts holiday dinners and private parties for 20 to 150 guests inside a restored 1910 firehouse in downtown Monterey. For December dates, late September or early October is the moment to reach out.
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Monterey's end-of-August calendar closes the season with art, music, and the Peninsula's most vibrant festivals. Here's what's on — and why Montrio, Michelin Selected 2026, is the dinner destination to build the evening around.
[Read more...]I learned about Jidori chicken and if you know you know. With smoked mashed potatoes? Come on! What a special place.
Our host was fabulous and made our evening lovely. Try the onion soup and the Wagyu Rib Eye, yum
We had a great evening and I would encourage everyone to strongly consider this spot for any special occasion. Bill was a phenomenal personality and the quality of the service was a big factor for this review. On the kitchen side, all of the dishes were intriguing and we really enjoyed the small touches and details! Would highly recommend to visitors or any locals who have held out on this wonderful restaurant!
