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the C restaurant + bar, Monterey, CA

the C restaurant + bar

4.7 (1249)
$31 to $50
Seafood
750 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today

About this restaurant

  • Charming
  • Great for live music
  • Great for scenic views
Our family-friendly Monterey Bay restaurant is close to the Aquarium, situated over sapphire waters and immersed in the natural beauty of the California coast. The C restaurant features only seafood endorsed by Seafood Watch of the Monterey Bay Aquarium. The delicious Arctic Char featured on Executive Chef Matt Bolton's menus is similar to salmon in taste, texture and color, but is available year-round, and is rated a "best choice" by Seafood Watch.

Located at the upscale InterContinental The Clement Monterey hotel on Monterey Bay. Every table at the C restaurant has a view of the pristine and scenic Monterey Bay. Marine life sightings abound, including dolphins, whales, harbor seals and sea otters. Enjoy the parade of sea creatures and shore birds as you savor the finest in California regional cuisine.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Californian, American
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:30 am Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Chef Matt Bolton
  • Private party facilities
    Romantic and luxurious, our intimate private dining room, The Library, creates a unique setting for special meals and celebrations, with first editions of John Steinbeck's novels enlivening the decor. Adjacent to the C restaurant, The Library features floor to ceiling windows overlooking the waterfront Pacific View Courtyard.
  • Neighborhood
    Monterey
  • Cross street
    Prescott Avenue
  • Parking details
    We recommend City Parking located at the corner of Prescott Avenue and Foam Street.
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music Thursday through Saturday, plus excellent happy hour specials on wine, beer and small plates. On weekend nights, black and white silent movies are projected outdoors, classic films that add to the glamorous coastal atmosphere. Highlights:Live music Thursday evening through Sunday afternoon. Happy hour food and drink specials Sunday through Thursday 4-7pm.Pacific View Courtyard features a protected outdoor area with two fire pitsCutouts on boardwalk for unique views of intertidal zonesComplimentary valet parking for restaurant guestsOcean views from every table
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,249 people are saying

the C restaurant + bar 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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.2Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Hot spot

  • California Central Coast

    Seafood

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Hot spot

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Seafood

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
C Restaurant + Bar offers a delightful dining experience with "superb food," "excellent service," and "amazing views" of Monterey Bay. Highlights include live music, delicious seafood, and a memorable brunch. The venue's ambiance is enhanced by attentive staff, making it perfect for special occasions. Prices are on the higher side, but the overall experience is worthwhile.
1,249 Reviews
  1. Elizabeth

    Chicago / Illinois2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent seafood. Good service. Loved the live music. Hubby had the best Old Fashion he’s ever had.
    the C restaurant + barResponded 5 days ago
    Elizabeth, Thank you for taking time to write about your experience! Live music is every Friday and Saturday night, come back and visit anytime. Phillip

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  2. Mark

    San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 31, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    A 70-year birthday occasion, nice restaurant with a beautiful view of the bay, delicious foods, not as many full entries as I had hoped but adequate, same with appetizers. Reasonable size portions, but overpriced, Felt a little rushed but good service. The music instrumental playing was good, but the vocals were subpar. The service was excellent. She even made a very nice small dessert because we were too full from dinner, so very kind and sweet of her. She made us feel appreciated and very special. Outstanding professionalism. THANK YOU for everything...
    the C restaurant + barResponded 5 days ago
    Mark, Thank you for joining us on your special occasion. I am glad that you enjoyed the food and our staff as well. Visit us again anytime you are around Cannery Row. Phillip

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  3. Leslie

    Los Angeles3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Awesome views, delicious food and superb service!!
    the C restaurant + barResponded on May 31, 2025
    Leslie, Thank you for your kind words! We hope to see you again soon. Phillip

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  4. Marcy

    Mobile2 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Great place to eat on the water. Food was average and service was good but not great
    the C restaurant + barResponded 5 days ago
    Marcy, Thank you for joining us. Come back any time you are in Cannery Row! Phillip

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  5. Kathleen VIP

    San Diego79 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 25, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We enjoyed a wonderful Anniversary dinner. The food was all delicious and the service was excellent. Thank you for a memorable experience.
    the C restaurant + barResponded on May 26, 2025
    Kathleen, It was a pleasure having you and your husband with us. We look forward to seeing you soon. Happy Anniversary! Phillip

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  6. Terena

    California Central Coast2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very delicious breakfast options and cocktails for special events.

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  7. Cathy

    California Central Coast1 review

    4.0

    Dined on May 11, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Very nice location. Foods are well made and good selection. We set outside and could hear the ocean wave. Price is reasonable for a brunch by the sea. The waiter did not come frequently but we were taken care of more or less.

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  8. Ryan VIP

    Orange County40 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing restaurants the InterContinental Monterey! Great service from Donny, our server. The appetizers, salad and Filet mignon were all superb!

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  9. mallori

    San Francisco Bay Area6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on May 4, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was good and the views are super pretty of the ocean!

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  10. Gordon

    California Central Coast2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 29, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I enjoy visiting Monterey. We are foodies, and love to experience and enjoy our dining choices. Tonight our Choice was C Restaurant, we were hoping to have a special meal and a view. All I can say is everything we expected was surpassed what we thought we would experience. The meals were splendid, flavors that made out taste buds dance. The view was wonder and romantic. Service was so personal and so professional. Our server Tony was the greatest server I have EVER experienced. I have been in food service for over 45 years. Tony was such an awesome person, be sure to ask for Tony to be your server when you visit C Restaurant in Monterey/ Cannery Row.

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the C restaurant + bar is rated 4.7 stars by 1249 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. California Central Coast
  4. Monterey / Carmel
  5. Monterey

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for the C restaurant + bar

750 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Prescott Avenue
  • Neighborhood
    Monterey
  • Hours of operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 7:00 am–11:00 am Sat, Sun 7:00 am–11:30 am Bar Mon–Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Seafood, Californian, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    We recommend City Parking located at the corner of Prescott Avenue and Foam Street.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, JCB, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Chef Matt Bolton
  • Entertainment
    Enjoy live music Thursday through Saturday, plus excellent happy hour specials on wine, beer and small plates. On weekend nights, black and white silent movies are projected outdoors, classic films that add to the glamorous coastal atmosphere. Highlights:Live music Thursday evening through Sunday afternoon. Happy hour food and drink specials Sunday through Thursday 4-7pm.Pacific View Courtyard features a protected outdoor area with two fire pitsCutouts on boardwalk for unique views of intertidal zonesComplimentary valet parking for restaurant guestsOcean views from every table
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    Romantic and luxurious, our intimate private dining room, The Library, creates a unique setting for special meals and celebrations, with first editions of John Steinbeck's novels enlivening the decor. Adjacent to the C restaurant, The Library features floor to ceiling windows overlooking the waterfront Pacific View Courtyard.
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