Abalonetti Bar and Grill

Name: Abalonetti Bar and Grill
Address: 57 Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, CA, United States, 93940
Telephone: (831) 373-1851
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.2

4.2 (556)

$30 and under

Seafood

57 Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

About this restaurant

Good for groups
Great for scenic views
Neighborhood gem

Abalonetti Bar and Grill is one of the original restaurants on Monterey's Historic Fisherman's Wharf. Famous for Monterey calamari, we now feature more than 20 different preparations from local squid processed in-house. With ample ocean views, the Wharf's largest waterfront pet-friendly patio, a full bar, cocktail menu and local wine list, Abalonetti has been a favorite of locals for decades, providing a fun and casual waterfront dining experience.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Californian
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(831) 373-1851
Website
https://abalonetti.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Private party facilities
For more information about our group dining, visit: https://abalonetti.com/private-dining

Location
57 Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940
Neighborhood
Monterey
Cross street
Del Monte Ave
Parking details
Large waterfront parking lot near entrance to the Wharf.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Popular dishes

What 556 people are saying

Abalonetti Bar and Grill reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.2

4.2 based on recent ratings

4.1Food
4.5Service
4.1Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

California Central Coast
Good for groups
Monterey / Carmel
Kid-friendly
Monterey / Carmel
Good for groups
Monterey / Carmel
Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Abalonetti Bar and Grill offers a delightful dining experience with "fantastic seafood" and a "great atmosphere." Visitors rave about the "best calamari," "lobster ravioli," and "crab cakes." The service is "attentive" and "not at all intrusive," making it a great spot for families and pet owners. Highly recommended!

556 Reviews

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Kathy
San Francisco Bay Area9 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 23, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
I brought out-of-town guests to Abalonetti's. They were impressed with both the menu and the food they ordered. One guest said the lobster ravioli was the best she's ever had. I'd agree--I had it too. Service was fast and not at all intrusive. We loved the pidgeons that occasionally walked through. I'll keep bringing visitors here!
Abalonetti Bar and GrillResponded on June 25, 2025
We are delighted by your feedback, Kathy, and we’re excited that your guests were impressed with our menu and the delicious lobster ravioli. It's wonderful to hear you enjoyed both the food and our service. Thank you for choosing us; we look forward to welcoming you in the future!
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Paulette VIP
Los Angeles9 reviews
3.0
Dined on June 17, 2025
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 4
Unfortunately the best I can say is meh. Everyone else’s food was just ok, but my pizza bordered on bad, and pizza is hard to mess up. Feeling a little sick to my stomach now to be honest. Nice view.
Abalonetti Bar and GrillResponded on June 18, 2025
We genuinely appreciate your feedback and are sorry to hear that your recent experience with our pizza didn't meet expectations. It's always disappointing when food doesn't hit the mark, especially when it should be a simple favorite like pizza. If you could take a moment to reach out at info[at]abalonetti. com, we would love the opportunity to learn more about what happened and how we can improve moving forward. Thank you for sharing your thoughts, Paulette. We hope to hear from you soon.
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Anthony
San Francisco Bay Area2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 3, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic seafood and a great atmosphere. The fried calamari was possibly the best I’ve ever had—perfectly crispy and tender. The clam chowder was creamy and flavorful, and every dish we tried was excellent. The rustic, nautical vibe made it a memorable experience. Our visiting family loved it just as much as we did.
Abalonetti Bar and GrillResponded on June 4, 2025
Thank you for your positive review, Anthony. It’s a pleasure that you and your family enjoyed our seafood, especially the fried calamari and clam chowder, which we take great pride in preparing. We appreciate your kind words, and we look forward to welcoming you all back for another memorable experience!
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Kathleen VIP
California Central Coast69 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 29, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was perfect. Service was perfect. Especially our server, Joe.
Abalonetti Bar and GrillResponded on June 2, 2025
Your endorsement is meaningful to us, Kathleen, and it’s great to hear that you found both the food and service perfect during your visit. Thank you for your kind words, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!
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Renee
Sacramento / Sacramento Valley1 review
5.0
Dined on May 28, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was excellent. Compliments to the chef. The lobster ravioli with shrimp in a pesto cream sauce was so good. The seafood penne was delicious. Our server was great and very attentive. Prices were better than expected. I'd definitely come back here for another delicious meal.
Abalonetti Bar and GrillResponded on May 29, 2025
Your review is sincerely appreciated, Renee; we’re delighted to know that you enjoyed the lobster ravioli with shrimp in pesto cream sauce and found our seafood penne delicious. It's wonderful to hear that your server was attentive. We look forward to welcoming you back for another delightful meal!
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Carol VIP
San Francisco Bay Area20 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 24, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was outstanding and the calamari brought us in, but the crab cakes will bring us back! The calamari and chips were so tasty and the calamari tacos were also really fresh and generous in size. Our waiter was kind and professional, and the environment was fun, clean and we loved the background music. We will be back soon!
Abalonetti Bar and GrillResponded on May 26, 2025
Your satisfaction is important to us, and we are glad to hear that you enjoyed our outstanding food, especially the calamari and crab cakes. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for more delicious meals, Carol!
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Gavin
Fresno / San Joaquin Valley1 review
5.0
Dined on May 18, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Love this place and eat here regularly. My go to dish is usually the grilled calamari, which is really good, but this time I tried the calamari tacos. This will be my new go to. I highly recommend it.
Abalonetti Bar and GrillResponded on May 22, 2025
Your satisfaction is important to us, Gavin, and we are so happy to hear that you love dining with us regularly. It's great to hear that our calamari tacos have become your new go-to dish; they’re a wonderful twist on a classic favorite! Thank you for your high recommendation, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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Nadya
China2 reviews
5.0
Dined on May 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic seafood spot with incredible value. The food was fresh and delicious, and the local wines were both excellent and very reasonably priced. For a seafood restaurant, the price-to-quality ratio is hard to beat. 🤩Service was truly phenomenal — thoughtful touches like splitting shared dishes onto two plates made the experience even more enjoyable. Highly recommend! 😍
Abalonetti Bar and GrillResponded on May 20, 2025
Thank you for visiting us and sharing your wonderful experience, Nadya! Your recommendation means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon.
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jason VIP
Cleveland / Akron / Canton125 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 8, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
Had a group of 8 of us, some looking for seafood and others wanting other things. All were very happy with food and service. Seafood was very fresh and delicious. Service was great. Beers were nice but the mixed drinks were very small pours. Would recommend if in area.
Abalonetti Bar and GrillResponded on May 14, 2025
We are honored by your positive words and delighted to hear that you and your group thoroughly enjoyed the fresh seafood and great service. It’s nice to know our offerings could satisfy everyone’s tastes, even those seeking other dishes. We appreciate your feedback about the mixed drinks, as we strive for a well-balanced experience. Thank you for sharing and for recommending us, Jason!
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Joseph VIP
San Francisco Bay Area203 reviews
4.0
Dined on May 4, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
One of the longest running eateries on the wharf, they still serve the best calamari and clams. Our server, Joe, was very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu and the wine list. He helped select a great Chardonnay and I must say that the prices were a bargain. A can’t miss place to enjoy the wharf and a good meal.
Abalonetti Bar and GrillResponded on May 5, 2025
Your support is important to us, Joseph, and we're happy to hear that you enjoyed our calamari and clams. We look forward to welcoming you back for another delightful meal!
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FAQs

Abalonetti Bar and Grill offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 373-1851.

Abalonetti Bar and Grill is rated 4.2 stars by 556 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Jul 3, 2025

10:00 PM

Booked 7 times today

57 Fisherman's Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940

Additional information

Cross street
Del Monte Ave
Neighborhood
Monterey
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Daily 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Seafood, Italian, Californian
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Large waterfront parking lot near entrance to the Wharf.
Payment options
AMEX, Carte Blanche, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://abalonetti.com/
Phone number
(831) 373-1851
Private party facilities
For more information about our group dining, visit: https://abalonetti.com/private-dining

Abalonetti Bar and Grill

Make a reservation

About this restaurant

Additional information

Popular dishes

Calamari Tacos

Calamari Sandwich

Calamari Napolitana

Menu

What 556 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

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