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Schooners Monterey, Monterey, CA

Schooners Monterey

4.6 (3119)
$31 to $50
Californian
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 79 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for scenic views
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Good for special occasions
Schooners, suspended over the waters of Monterey Bay, is a stunning restaurant featuring sustainable seafood and approachable, contemporary American cuisine. The ideal location for celebrating the Central Coast and the spectacular coastal region, the Schooners team commitment to fresh, sustainable seafood is reflected in the creative menu which features a variety of seafood options, both raw and cooked, as well as appetizers, soups, salads and main courses. A creative cocktail menu is served alongside an impressive wine list highlighting Monterey County vintners.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:30 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Michael Rotondo
  • Private party facilities
    The Monterey Plaza's ten conference and banquet rooms provide more than 16,000 square feet of indoor meeting space that can accommodate groups for meetings, conferences, banquets and private parties. In addition, the Hotel's grand outdoor Plaza can host events.
  • Private party contact
    Juliana Monteiro: (831) 372-2628
  • Neighborhood
    Monterey
  • Cross street
    On lower lobby level of the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa, at 400 Cannery
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 3,119 people are saying

Schooners Monterey 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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Most Booked

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Healthy

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for scenic views

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Californian

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Schooners Monterey offers "amazing views" of the ocean paired with "excellent seafood" and "attentive service." Diners rave about the "delicious crab pasta" and the "best fish and chips ever." Outdoor seating provides a "fantastic ambiance" with heat lamps to keep guests comfortable. A must-visit for oceanfront dining enthusiasts.
3,119 Reviews
  1. Mia VIP

    California Central Coast1 review

    1.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    Lunch was unpleasant due to fly infestation. It was a horrible experience. Unable to enjoy the food.

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  2. Alexa

    California Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful spot on the water with great food and great service. We loved the food and cocktails and loved watching the otters play in the bay while we dined. Our waiter Aurelio was perfect and gave us good recommendations for after dinner as well.

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  3. Suzanne

    Calgary / Southern Alberta1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    One of our favourite places to eat when visiting. We’re always greeted with a nice welcome, the food is quality and great service. They don’t disappoint. Highly recommend.

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  4. Antonio

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was great: Weather, service, food, valet.

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  5. Christie

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful views! Definitely eat on patio by the glass

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  6. Michelle VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area27 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant is our go to restaurant for breakfast when I’m Monterey. Great food and wonderful views. Usually the service is great but this visit disappointed. Hostess greeted us with a smile and made sure we had a table with a view. Our server and bussers not efficient at all. I had to get up to get refills on coffee and water on my own, had to get up to find someone to get me my check. No one came to clear our table. Table next to us was seated after us, got their order before us and were checked out and gone before us. Restaurant was not busy when we sat down and there were plenty staff

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  7. Jessica

    Las Vegas5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best fish and chips ever. The garlic fries are also incredible. My husband got the burger and was highly impressed. The views, the service and the food made for a beautiful experience. Highly recommend.

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  8. Jagman

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was excellent. The view and casual ambience, outstanding. It was our 47th anniversary weekend, and the wait staff made us feel very special. Bravo Zulu.

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  9. Paul

    Tahoe / Reno Area4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 22, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional service from Oscar! Food was delicious and everything was cooked perfectly! Ambiance was the best as we had outdoor patio seating right on the ocean edge! Saw a bunch of otters during dinner 🤎 Would definitely dine here again.

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  10. Yelena VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Can't find a better ocean front dinning at Monterey! Good food and excellent service! Amazing view! Our favorite place for the last 15 years!

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Schooners Monterey is rated 4.6 stars by 3119 OpenTable diners.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 79 times today
Google Map for Schooners Monterey

400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940

Additional information

  • Cross street
    On lower lobby level of the Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa, at 400 Cannery
  • Neighborhood
    Monterey
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:30 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–4:30 pm Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Seafood, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Michael Rotondo
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Beer Garden, Cocktails, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    The Monterey Plaza's ten conference and banquet rooms provide more than 16,000 square feet of indoor meeting space that can accommodate groups for meetings, conferences, banquets and private parties. In addition, the Hotel's grand outdoor Plaza can host events.
  • Private party contact
    Juliana Monteiro: (831) 372-2628
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