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Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette, Marina, CA
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Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette

4.2
4.2
1052 Reviews
$31 to $50
Seafood
Surrounded by the protected Pacific Coastlands of The Monterey Bay, Saltwood at The Sanctuary Beach Resort aims to to tell the story of the Central coast, through the focus of Executive Chef Jonathan Rodriguez and the culinary team aimed towards sustainably sourced local ingredients, while providing thoughtful, attentive & warm service.



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2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 24 times today

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Additional information

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Oyster Bar, Californian

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 2:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm

  • Phone number

    (831) 883-5535

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Executive chef

    Jonathan Rodriguez

  • Catering

    Our catering menu features locally-sourced seafood and produce that is refined yet approachable. Our expert culinary team will create a custom menu, certain to make your next meeting or event deliciously memorable.

  • Private party facilities

    With the natural beauty of the California coastline, Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette at The Sanctuary Beach Resort is the destination to host your next special event. Our team of talented event specialists provide natural inspiration by creating unique indoor and outdoor events year-round.

  • Private party contact

    Our Private Event Coordinator: (831) 665-9519

  • Neighborhood

    Marina

  • Cross street

    Reservation Road

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,052 people are saying

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
  • 4.2Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 3.8Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for brunch

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Innovative

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  1. OpenTable Diner

    Sacramento

    9 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    9 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice spot right on the water beautiful location. Truly a must try when in the area

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  2. PeggyH

    San Francisco

    11 reviews

    5.0

    11 reviews

    Dined on May 31, 2023

    overall5food4service4ambience5
    Great patio setting for the dog, with a dog menu to please the precious canines. The indoor rooms are lovely -- light and airy and fun. Food was lovely. A great place!

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  3. YSYS

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 30, 2023

    overall1food2service1ambience1
    Ambiance wan’t good, tables are in the middle, there is no space between them, it is like all you can eat restaurant. Service was very bad and slow ! We have been waited so long maybe 55 minutes for main course.

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  4. DianaR

    Las Vegas

    3 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    ABSOLUTELY AMAZING Right across the street from Hampton Inn was the BES oysters, duck and clams I have EVER had and I just got back from a Mediterranean cruise Yup, the seafood was the best

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  5. LilianaC

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Very nice restaurant and good 10/10 oysters are very tasty 🤤

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  6. celebrate30

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 27, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went there for breakfast, and the restaurant offered many tempting choices. The chicken sausage was amazing!

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 26, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4
    The restaurant’s decor is very nice and you smell the wood smoke as soon as you walk in so it starts off well. The service was also very good it’s just the food that missed the mark. Everything was salty and the potato came covered in foil that we couldn’t get off when we pointed it out they told us it was edible! Why would anyone want that?

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  8. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Food was great, our server was really attentive and fast, our table was ready, and we arrived 15 minutes early, chefs toast was delicious. Fries were so crispy. Duck and pateé was great. Salmon was a little small but really good.

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  9. ReginaM

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Our waiter Danny was so kind and very professional. He explained the menu and options thoroughly and his recommendations were 10/10. Favorite pick was the jalapeño Mac & cheese and the truffle butter oysters. But it was all amazingly delicious.

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  10. GarryN

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    4.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience3
    The oysters were excellent but pricy. The wait staff were terrific. The outside patio was very cool and there were no heaters so our plan to sit outside didn't happen. But the inside fireplace was a great spot to enjoy a glass of wine.

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  11. Luv2eat

    Central Coast

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on May 20, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5
    The cocktails were very interesting and good. Oysters were outstanding both fresh and grilled. The cioppino was lacking seasoning. Overall a good dining experience.

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  12. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 19, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience4
    Our first and most likely our last Key dissointments knclude Oysters at $4.75 each way over priced Service was non existent Waiter was no where to be seen most of the night All items were over priced Good was tasty yet small sizes Really a total bust We were thinking it might be a place for a long weekend high end work shop but not now

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  13. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall1food3service1ambience5
    Made me pay $100 for a reservation and forgot about me and my wife after we checked it. I asked the host for a table after 35 minutes and then it took him about 5 minutes to seat us in a section of open tables. Server didn’t come us until I asked the host to send them. Paid $49 for a prime rib with no sides included. Could have made one just as good a lot cheaper.

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  14. NanaB

    New York Area

    10 reviews

    vip
    2.0

    10 reviews

    Dined on May 15, 2023

    overall2food4service3ambience5
    We came for mother's day dinner thinking we would avoid the brunch chaos. The front of the house staff were very nice and helpful but the kitchen was very slow. We were seated at 6pm and it took almost an hour for the appetizers to be served, even the cold oyster appetizer took that long. And then a similar wait for our entrees to arrive. We do like the new menu and pricing and think it is an improvement.

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  15. Erin

    Central Coast

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience4
    We were only able to get an afternoon reservation for Mother's Day, which turned out to be a lesson in securing better reservations next time. The staff was definitely no longer fresh, our server couldn't answer basic questions on the wine list because she wasn't 21 yet, and the table was stacked with dirty dishes when dessert came. Just a really lackluster service experience. A few dishes were missing components (acai bowl didn't have any acai) and we all just agreed to let it go because it wasn't easy to get staff attention anyway. The service we did receive was friendly and it honestly seemed a management issue more than a failing of the staff. Perhaps reservations were available too late into the day for the staff to properly accommodate.

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  16. JeffL

    Exclusive

    5 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We had a great experience with excellent service, food and atmosphere.

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  17. CarolynC

    New England

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall3food2service3ambience4
    We ate here twice for dinner during our stay at the Sanctuary. Overall, the plate presentation was lovely and well thought out, but the food preparation was disappointing and everything was à la carte (including bread at $9 for 4 slices) and accompaniments for the entrée.

    1 person found this helpful

  18. OpenTable Diner

    Central Texas

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 4, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious food and great service from Aileen! The muscles were excellent!

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  19. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 28, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3
    Service was great, food was ok. Nice area but not a very big menu to be excited about.

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  20. Virginia

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 24, 2023

    overall4food3service4ambience4
    The outdoors firepit area is relaxing and allows dogs. We enjoyed the ambiance. Food was good but not remarkable. Expensive. I would recommend for the dog patio,

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  21. DawnS

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 23, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience4
    Olive bread, Caesar salad, and seafood risotto all had a creative delicious spin! I want to come back. The only bad was minimal support at the bar and overpriced small oysters for our pre dinner experience.

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  22. MikeB

    Hawaii

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Celebrated our 10 year anniversary!! Everything was wonderful!!

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  23. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall4food5service2ambience5
    While the food and atmosphere were great, we waited quite a long time to order. It took what felt like a long while to order apps and drinks and then 1.5hr into our reservation we finally got someone other than our server to take our dinner order.

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  24. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on April 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Everything was very good. We had cioppino and salmon

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  25. OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 18, 2023

    overall2food2service3ambience4
    Very disappointed in the food. The presentation was nice however the flavor was just not good. Very nice waitress but service was lacking. It was a very slow night so the six of us expected more. Have been here before for drinks and appetizers and it was excellent so we really were disappointed.

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  26. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on April 14, 2023

    overall3food3service2ambience3
    Sadly, we’ve had much better experiences in the past. This was our go-to place. We’ll think twice before going again.

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  27. FrankL

    New York Area

    6 reviews

    3.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall3food4service4ambience4
    Went for Easter Dinner, they had a wonderful buffet with some great food. I was a little taken aback when the bill arrived and had a 20% gratuity added. Don’t get me wrong, the service was good and I probably would have tipped about 20% anyway - but to add it to a bill for a buffet? Seemed like a bit of a reach!

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  28. DebbieM

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We went to Salt Wood Kitchen for Easter Brunch. It was wonderful!

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  29. OpenTable Diner

    Vancouver

    31 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on April 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Had a great meal! What a nice spot to have a nice dinner

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  30. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    We were staying nearby and came here for dinner. We had our dog with us and they were so accommodating. Stacey was the best, she was very attentive and made sure we had a great experience! Had a great time and came back for brunch!

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  31. GabrielM

    Las Vegas

    5 reviews

    vip
    3.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 1, 2023

    overall3food5service3ambience3
    I chose this place for my birthday dinner with my close friends and family, but quickly regretted it. Upon arrival, the hostesses disappeared and we sat waiting to check-in for our reservation. When she returned she immediately answered the phone and didn’t acknowledge us. Another employee arrived, who seemed annoyed that she was going so slow. Finally the gentleman sat us. Our waiter came and appeared to be a little frantic. The menu was more simple than I though, but we were excited to try to the tomahawk. We ordered wine, but the waiter returned with different bottles stating that they did not have a full bottle of the wine I wanted which resulted in us paying double what we thought the bottle of wine would cost. The food was actually wonderful. Very well prepared, but when asked if we asked to see the wine menu to order more wine, the waiter forgot to bring the menu so we just got the check. Overall, the food was great, definitely recommend the tomahawk to share, but the service needs a lot of improvement. I wish I had eaten somewhere else and saved the embarrassment of charging my friends for bad service. If I return I would sit a the bar.

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  32. Dave

    Sacramento

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on March 24, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4
    My wife was very fond of the duck. I had the small steak, very tasty. We also had the salmon collar for an appetizer. Good flavor, but undercooked. Staff was friendly and courteous.

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  33. JennyH

    Sacramento

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on March 20, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Delicious meal at a beautiful restaurant in the hotel we were staying at. Yummy food, drinks & great service too!

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  34. OpenTable Diner

    Central Coast

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The restaurant was beautiful and the food was amazing!

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  35. MonnieB

    Los Angeles

    43 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    43 reviews

    Dined on March 19, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Great place with NYC swag in the Bay area. Would go again.

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  36. ChelseaS

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on March 18, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    Waiter acknowledged our anniversary before we even mentioned it, from the notes of open table. Gave us free champagne to celebrate. Duck entree came with duck liver pate, an unexpected surprise. Drinks were delicious. Overall a great time.

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  37. DIANAH

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 12, 2023

    overall5food5service4ambience5
    The food, drinks, wine selections were amazing especially the oysters!!!

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  38. DanielR

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 28, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5
    The drinks and food is outstanding

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  39. Olliekat

    Phoenix

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall4food5service4ambience5
    Very expensive. 4 small slices of olive bread cost $9. We can get a loaf of James Beard award bread at home for $7.50. Fish and chips was excellent at $30.00. It was very cold in the dining room. Stacks of wood at entry but fireplace not in use. Greeter at door not too friendly, neither was our waitstaff person. All in all, for the prices paid, could have been a much more enjoyable experience.

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  40. JimB

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on February 27, 2023

    overall4food4service3ambience3
    Food was very good. Service was quick, but uninspiring.

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Safety precautions

  • Cleaning & sanitizing

    • Surfaces sanitized between seatings
    • Common areas deep-cleaned daily
    • Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
    • Contactless payment available
  • Physical distancing

    • Extra space between tables
  • Screening

    • Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 883-5535.

Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette is rated 4.2 stars by 1052 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people

7:00 PM


Booked 24 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette

3295 Dunes Road, Marina, CA 93933

Additional information

  • Cross street

    Reservation Road

  • Neighborhood

    Marina

  • Hours of operation

    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Bar Daily 2:00 pm–5:30 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:30 pm

  • Cuisines

    Seafood, Oyster Bar, Californian

  • Dining style

    Casual Elegant

  • Dress code

    Casual Dress

  • Parking details

    Private Lot

  • Payment options

    AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa

  • Executive chef

    Jonathan Rodriguez

  • Additional

    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Entertainment, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

  • Phone number

    (831) 883-5535

  • Catering

    Our catering menu features locally-sourced seafood and produce that is refined yet approachable. Our expert culinary team will create a custom menu, certain to make your next meeting or event deliciously memorable.

  • Private party facilities

    With the natural beauty of the California coastline, Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette at The Sanctuary Beach Resort is the destination to host your next special event. Our team of talented event specialists provide natural inspiration by creating unique indoor and outdoor events year-round.

  • Private party contact

    Our Private Event Coordinator: (831) 665-9519

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