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Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa, Monterey, CA

Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

4.4 (915)
$31 to $50
Spanish
700 Munras Avenue, Casa Munras Hotel, Monterey, CA 93940

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2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for happy hour
  • Great for outdoor dining
Estéban Restaurant: Spanish-inspired California cuisine.
This local favorite offers indoor & outdoor patio (pet-friendly) dining

Up-to-date hours:
Open for Breakfast
Mon. – Fri. 7:00am–10:00am
Open for Dinner
Sun. – Thurs., 4:30pm–8:30pm
Fri. & Sat., 4:30pm–9:00pm
Tapas Happy Hour daily 4:30pm–6:00pm
Open for Brunch
Sat. & Sun. 9:00am–1:30pm

Estéban Restaurant, the 2024 Diners' Choice award winner, carries on the Munras family tradition of culinary hospitality and excellence. It offers authentic Monterey dining in the historic Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa. Enjoy a unique culinary experience featuring traditional Spanish-inspired California cuisine with a pinch of adventure. Choose from shared plates and classic selections.

Gift Certificates available

Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/EstebanRestaurant and Instagram at instagram.com/estebanrestaurant/

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:30 pm–6:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Steven Patlan
  • Catering
    In addition to Estéban Restaurant and our private dining room, we offer three beautiful event and party venues. Our distinctive spaces create the perfect setting for a wedding rehearsal dinner, reception, banquet, business function, or family celebration. <br />Please contact our <br />Special Events Department at 831-373-1602
  • Private party facilities
    Plan an intimate event or special occasion in the unique private dining room at Estéban Restaurant in downtown Monterey, CA. Enjoy our full menu selection, tempting wine list and warm ambiance. Our private dining venue can comfortably accommodate small groups for a memorable celebration.
  • Neighborhood
    Monterey
  • Cross street
    Fremont Street
  • Parking details
    self-park hotel parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Live Spanish Guitar on Thursdays

    Multiple dates available
    Get ready...Live music has returned to the beautiful garden patio of Estéban Restaurant! Every Thursday from 5pm to 8pm, enjoy the enchanting musical styling of our locals' favorite Spanish Guitarist, Catherine Broz. Dinner Reservations are highly recommended.
    Live Spanish Guitar on Thursdays Photo
  • Monterey Jazz All Star Ensemble Dinner Series

    Multiple dates available
    This summer, experience a special evening of live jazz on the Estéban patio! Join us as the Monterey Jazz Regional All-Star performers take center stage. With a dinner reservation, you'll enjoy extraordinary performances by talented student musicians representing the best of Monterey County. Mark your calendar for these fantastic Tuesday dinner performances from 5:30 pm to 7:00 pm: June 10, June 17, July 8, July 15, and August 5. Be a part of this magical musical experience in your community! All-Star ensembles perform all summer across Monterey County and far beyond, testing their chops on the bandstand while bringing great jazz music to the community. They have performed at prestigious venues and festivals such as the Kennedy Center, San Jose Jazz Fest, Jazz on the Plaza, Forest Theater in Carmel-by-the-Sea, and Monterey Jazz Festival.
    Monterey Jazz All Star Ensemble Dinner Series Photo
  • Weekend Brunch, Saturday & Sunday, 9am - 1:30pm

    Multiple dates available
    We think sharing a table with family and friends is the perfect way to start and end the week. Monterey's newest weekend brunch is now served at Estéban Restaurant every Saturday and Sunday from 9:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The menu features Executive Chef Steven Patlan's farm-to-table fresh, savory, and sweet entrees, seasonal sides, and our exclusive build-your-own Bloody Mary Bar.
    Weekend Brunch, Saturday & Sunday, 9am - 1:30pm Photo

Offers

  • Nightly Tapas Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 4:30 PM - 6:00 PM
    A locals' favorite Tapas Happy Hour. Enjoy Assorted Tapas, $9 Spanish Margaritas, and our House-made Sangria. $9 Spanish Wines by the glass, $7 Cocktails and Draft Beer from 4:30-6pm nightly.

    Nightly Tapas Happy Hour Photo

What 915 people are saying

Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa 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

4.4
4.4 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for brunch

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for outdoor dining

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa promises a delightful dining experience with "exceptional service" and "delicious food." Guests praise the variety and quality of tapas, especially the "empanadas" and "octopus." Its inviting outdoor patio, "lovely ambiance," and "fabulous" service make it a top choice for gatherings.
915 Reviews
  1. Amy

    California Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for the jazz performance and were delighted by the food and drinks. What a great evening!

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  2. Jonathan

    San Francisco Bay Area11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a pleasure to eat here, with wonderful staff from checking in to the server. Got a warm welcome from the server herself and even brought over a bowl of water for our dog.
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Jonathan, Thank you for the fantastic review and for choosing Estéban Restaurant during your visits to Monterey. We truly appreciate loyal guests like you. We're happy to hear you consistently have an excellent experience and that our dedicated team always provides outstanding service to both you and your pup. We all look forward to welcoming you back again soon on your next visit. Sincerely, Anthony Vitacca Director of Food & Beverage

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  3. damian

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional service and food was tasty! Would go back again
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded 5 days ago
    Dear damian, Thank you for the perfect ratings! Having you as our guest at Estéban Restaurant was a pleasure. We're happy you enjoyed the delicious dishes, and our dedicated team delivered exceptional service. We look forward to welcoming you back for another delightful meal on your next visit. Sincerely, Anthony Vitacca Director of Food & Beverage

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  4. Drew

    New York City14 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great. We enjoyed the variety of the menu, the attentive and friendly staff, the outdoor patio with our dog and everything about this place. We will be back!
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded on June 9, 2025
    Dear Drew, Thank you for the outstanding 5-star review. We're happy to learn you and your pup had a wonderful dining experience on our beautiful garden patio and enjoyed our various menu selections. Our dedicated team takes pride in providing attentive and friendly service, and we're glad to know it left a positive impression on your visit. We look forward to welcoming you back to Estéban Restaurant for another memorable meal. Sincerely, Anthony Vitacca Director of Food & Beverage

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  5. Heather VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona14 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a lovely restaurant for a meeting with friends or a business meeting. The food was very good and beautifully presented.
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded on May 30, 2025
    Dear Heather, Thank you for the wonderful review. We are ecstatic that you had a lovely dining experience at Estéban Restaurant and enjoyed our delicious and beautifully presented dishes crafted by our culinary team. We truly appreciate your kind feedback and have shared it with our staff. We look forward to welcoming you back for another memorable meal during your next visit. Sincerely, Anthony Vitacca Director of Food & Beverage

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  6. David VIP

    California Central Coast15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Terrific food and outstanding service. A delightful evening.
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded on May 29, 2025
    Dear David, Thank you for your fantastic review. It was a pleasure to have you as our guest. We are thrilled to hear you had a wonderful experience while enjoying the delicious food and that our dedicated team delivered outstanding service. We look forward to welcoming you back on your next visit to Estéban Restaurant. Sincerely, Anthony Vitacca Director of Food & Beverage

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  7. Lawrence

    San Francisco Bay Area9 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Consistent, high quality of all tapas and main meals.
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded on May 29, 2025
    Dear Lawrence, Thank you for the excellent review. We're glad you had a charming experience and enjoyed the flavorful Tapas and Entrées. We look forward to welcoming you back during your next visit to Estéban Restaurant. Sincerely, Anthony Vitacca Director of Food & Beverage

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  8. Terri VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 21, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The paella date night was incredible. Open Table needs to alter the info though. The date night deal is $79 for two people. OpenTable has it listed as $79 per person which is incorrect.
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded on May 29, 2025
    Dear Terri, Thank you for the wonderful review. Having you as our guest during Date Night Tuesday was a pleasure! We're glad you had an incredible experience and enjoyed the delicious paella. We appreciate your feedback regarding the price listing and have corrected the issue. We hope to welcome you back for another Date Night Tuesday or our other Weekday Specials: Shucking Social Sundays, Empanada Night Mondays, and Burger Special Wednesdays. And, of course, we have our nightly Tapas Happy Hour from 4:30 pm to 6:00 pm. If you would like to make any reservations, please call us at 831-375-0176, and we will be happy to assist. Sincerely, Anthony Vitacca Director of Food & Beverage

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  9. Teri VIP

    California Central Coast11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 19, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were seated on their large and open patio on a sunny day. Very cheerful! Our server was fun and helpful. We ordered several tapas dishes which were delicious plus red sangria. I think next time I’ll have a margarita which can be ordered by the pitcher! Great for a group. My favorite dish was the empanadas and my husband’s was the octopus! We’ll go back soon. I forgot to mention their Happy Hour offerings were nice and they also offer $1 oysters on Sundays, I believe. Not sure about other days. I highly recommend this restaurant!
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded on May 21, 2025
    Dear Teri, Thank you for the outstanding review. We're thrilled to have you and your husband as our guests. It's delightful to hear you enjoyed our delicious Red Sangria and tapas, especially the Empanadas and Pulpo Frito, and that our staff provided excellent service. As you mentioned, our Tapas Happy Hour takes place every evening from 4:30 p.m. to 6:00 p.m. In addition, we offer exciting Weekday Specials: Shucking Social Sundays, Empanada Night Mondays, Date Night Tuesdays, and Burger Special Wednesdays. If you would like to make any future reservations, please don't hesitate to call us at 831-375-0176. We look forward to welcoming you back to Estéban Restaurant for another memorable dining experience. Sincerely, Anthony Vitacca Director of Food & Beverage

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  10. Mary

    California Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on May 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We are definitely going to be returning. The food and services were so good that I was surprised that there was no line at the door.
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded on May 19, 2025
    Dear Mary, Thank you for the excellent review. It was a pleasure to have you as our guest at Estéban Restaurant. We're glad you had a wonderful dining experience while enjoying our flavorful dishes and that our dedicated team delivered exceptional service. We look forward to welcoming you back during your next visit to Monterey for another delicious meal. Sincerely, Anthony Vitacca Director of Food & Beverage

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FAQs

Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 375-0176.

Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa is rated 4.4 stars by 915 OpenTable diners.

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

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  3. California Central Coast
  4. Monterey / Carmel
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Make a reservation

2 people
10:30 PM
Booked 13 times today
Experiences are available.
Google Map for Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

700 Munras Avenue, Casa Munras Hotel, Monterey, CA 93940

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Fremont Street
  • Neighborhood
    Monterey
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–10:00 am Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–1:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Daily 4:30 pm–6:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    self-park hotel parking
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Steven Patlan
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Catering
    In addition to Estéban Restaurant and our private dining room, we offer three beautiful event and party venues. Our distinctive spaces create the perfect setting for a wedding rehearsal dinner, reception, banquet, business function, or family celebration. <br />Please contact our <br />Special Events Department at 831-373-1602
  • Private party facilities
    Plan an intimate event or special occasion in the unique private dining room at Estéban Restaurant in downtown Monterey, CA. Enjoy our full menu selection, tempting wine list and warm ambiance. Our private dining venue can comfortably accommodate small groups for a memorable celebration.
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