$15 minimum charge per person
Clam Chowder
Original 'Monterey Style' Clam ChowderUSD 12.00
We are proud to be the originators of the "Monterey Style" Clam Chowder that has become world famous! Our Chowder is rich with cream, flour and butter and may not be suitable for those who are lactose or gluten intolerant
- CupUSD 12.00
- Large BowlUSD 25.00
- Bread BowlUSD 26.00
- Garlic Butter Toasted Bread BowlUSD 27.00
Appetizers
Whole Roasted Garlic & Garlic BreadUSD 14.00
Roasted Garlic with oven toasted Ciabatta Bread with Garlic Butter and Parmesan Cheese
Grilled ArtichokeUSD 16.00
Castroville Artichoke marinated in Balsamic Vinaigrette, served with Lemon Dill Aioli
Oysters Rockefeller (3)USD 16.00
Pacific Oysters topped with Spinach, Bread Crumbs, Bacon, Herbs, Cheese and Hollandaise Sauce
Dungeness Crabmeat CocktailUSD 22.00
Crab Meat TowerUSD 24.00
Layers of Avocado and Dungeness Crabmeat tossed in Lemon Dill Aioli and Fresh Mango & Papaya Relish
Fried CalamariUSD 19.00
Tender Monterey Bay Calamari strips and tentacles, lightly seasoned, floured and deep fried, served with Tartar Sauce, Cocktail Sauce and Lemon
Steamed ClamsUSD 22.00
Steamed in Garlic, White Wine, Butter and Parsley
Crab CakesUSD 22.00
Lightly breaded and grilled, served with Sun Dried Tomato Aioli, Mango Sauce and Mango Papaya Relish
Grotto Seafood SamplerUSD 23.00
A Fabulous Starter! Two grilled Shrimp, Crab Cake and fried Calamari
Chilled Prawn Cocktail (5)USD 22.00
Oysters on the Half ShellUSD 18.00
Six Fanny Bay, B.C. Oysters
Organic Local Salads
Add Chicken $10 ~ Add 3 Grilled Shrimp $15 ~ Add a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
House Baby Spinach SaladUSD 15.00
Tender organic Baby Spinach tossed with Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette, crumbled Sonoma Goat Cheese, Red Onions and Candied Walnuts
House Romaine SaladUSD 15.00
With organic Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes, English Cucumber and croutons, served with your choice of dressing
Warm Goat Cheese & Roasted Beet SaladUSD 18.00
Served with organic Baby Arugula tossed in Balsamic Vinaigrette, Candied Walnuts and Toasted Bread Points with Fig Jam
Pear & Gorgonzola SaladUSD 24.00
Poached Pears served over Salinas Valley organic mixed Greens, tossed with Balsamic Vinaigrette and topped with Candied Walnuts & crumbled Gorgonzola Cheese
Asian Chicken SaladUSD 30.00
Charbroiled Teriyaki Chicken Breast with Almonds, Mandarin Oranges, Salinas Valley organic mixed Greens and a spicy Asian Dressing
Crab LouieUSD 37.00
Served with Fresh Dungeness Crab Meat, Salinas Valley organic mixed Greens, sliced Hard Boiled Egg, Papaya, Mango, Cucumbers, Strawberries and Cherry Tomatoes
House Specialties
Add a Salad or a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
Twin Lobster TailsUSD 70.00
Two 6 ounce Lobster Tails, oven broiled and served with clarified Butter, Toasted Israeli Couscous and sautéed organic Vegetables
Dungeness CrabUSD 0.00
Served when in season, Chilled or Steamed, served with clarified Butter, Toasted Israeli Couscous and sautéed organic Vegetables
- Market PriceUSD 0.00
Ultimate Seafood RisottoUSD 54.00
4 oz Lobster, Salmon, Sea Scallops and Prawns over a Spinach Risotto with Sundried Tomato & Beurre Blanc
Seafood Stew (Cioppino)USD 57.00
Best on the Wharf! A variety of Crab, Shrimp, Calamari, Sea Scallops, Clams and Fish simmered in a rich Marinara Sauce, served with Garlic Bread
Seafood Paella with ChorizoUSD 57.00
An array of Shrimp, Clams, fresh Fish, Lobster and Scallops in a Spicy Spanish Sauce. Tossed with caramelized Onions, Green Peas and Saffron Rice
Steak & Poultry
Add a Salad or a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
Chicken PiccataUSD 32.00
Chicken Breast sautéed with Lemon, White Wine and Capers, served with Penne Pasta and sautéed organic Vegetables
Chicken Parmesan with Penne PastaUSD 32.00
Chicken Breast breaded and grilled with Parmesan Cheese and Panko topped with melted Provolone Cheese with Penne Pasta in a Marinara Sauce
Maple Soy Skirt SteakUSD 0.00
A delicious cut of tender Beef marinated in a Maple Soy Sauce, with Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes and sautéed organic Vegetables
- Market PriceUSD 0.00
14 oz. Boneless Ribeye SteakUSD 0.00
Served with Grilled Asparagus and Twice Baked Potato stuffed with bacon, sour cream, cheddar cheese and chives
- Market PriceUSD 0.00
10 oz. Filet MignonUSD 0.00
The very finest cut! Charbroiled Tenderloin topped with Demi-Glace Sauce and served with sautéed organic Vegetables and Twice Baked Potato stuffed with bacon, sour cream, cheddar cheese and chives
- Market PriceUSD 0.00
Pasta~Pasta~Pasta
Add a Salad or a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
Linguini IsabellaUSD 38.00
It's named after Mom so you know it's the best! A bounty of Prawns, chopped Clams and Scallops simmered with fresh Tomatoes, Green Onions & Garlic in a Butter & Cream Sauce over a bed of Linguini
Rigatoni BologneseUSD 28.00
Fresh Rigatoni Pasta tossed in a Bolognese Meat Sauce with Fresh Herbs and topped with a Dollop of Ricotta Cheese
Mushroom Ricotta Cheese RavioliUSD 28.00
Served with Marinara Sauce and a Dollop of Ricotta Cheese
Scampi Shrimp PastaUSD 39.00
Linguini Pasta tossed in a Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce
Penne Pasta AlfredoUSD 29.00
Penne Pasta tossed with a traditional Alfredo Sauce
Spaghetti & MeatballsUSD 27.00
Authentic Italian Cooking! Spaghetti Pasta and Italian Meatballs tossed in a rich Marinara Sauce
Crab RavioliUSD 38.00
Hand rolled Crab Filled Raviolis served in a Sundried Tomato Alfredo Sauce
Gluten Free Eggplant ParmesanUSD 30.00
Served over a variety of fresh organic Vegetables and Penne Pasta tossed in a Marinara Sauce
Seafood
Add a Salad or a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
Fried CalamariUSD 31.00
Tender Monterey Bay Calamari, lightly seasoned, floured and deep fried, served with French fries, Cocktail and Tartar Sauce
Grilled Sand DabsUSD 37.00
Lightly breaded and sautéed in Butter served with a Citrus Beurre Blanc, caramelized Onion Risotto & sautéed organic Vegetables
Grilled ScallopsUSD 41.00
Ginger-Lime Beurre Blanc, Toasted Israeli Couscous and sautéed organic Vegetables
Macadamia Crusted HalibutUSD 46.00
Alaskan Halibut crusted with Macadamia Nuts and Panko Breading, grilled and topped with Tropical Fruit Salsa and a Pineapple Citrus Sauce. Served with Maple Sweet Potatoes and sautéed organic Vegetables
Wild SalmonUSD 0.00
When in Season. Broiled Wild Salmon, served with Toasted Israeli Couscous, sautéed organic Vegetables and Lemon Caper Beurre Blanc
- Market PriceUSD 0.00
Calamari Eggplant ParmesanUSD 32.00
Thick Calamari Steak breaded and grilled with Panko and aged Parmesan Cheese, topped with Eggplant, Monterey Jack Cheese and Italian Marinara Sauce, oven baked and served with Penne Pasta in a Pesto Sauce and sautéed organic Vegetables
Fried ShrimpUSD 39.00
Jumbo Shrimp lightly breaded and deep fried, served with French Fries, Tartar Sauce & Cocktail Sauce
Coconut Fried ShrimpUSD 39.00
Crunchy and delicious, served with a Mango dipping sauce and Sweet Potato Fries
Combination Plates
Add a Salad or a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
Captain's PlateUSD 51.00
Lobster, Shrimp, Scallops and Salmon grilled with a Lemon Herb Sauce. Served with Toasted Israeli Couscous and sautéed organic Vegetables
The King's MealUSD 130.00
10 ounce tender aged Filet Mignon and Twin 6 ounce Lobster Tails topped with Demi-Glace Sauce and served with sautéed organic Vegetables and Twice Baked Potato stuffed with bacon, sour cream, cheddar cheese and chives
Surf 'n TurfUSD 80.00
Full Order Available. 5 ounce Filet Mignon and 6 ounce Lobster Tail topped with Demi-Glace Sauce and served with sautéed organic Vegetables and Twice Baked Potato stuffed with bacon, sour cream, cheddar cheese and chives
Beverages
Free refills on soft drinks, coffee and tea. Compliment your meal with a selection from our Award Winning Wine List. Water is served upon request
Soft Drinks, Coffee, Iced Tea or Hot TeaUSD 5.00
Sparkling Water (Liter)USD 9.00
Still Water (Liter)USD 9.00
