The Whaling Station Steakhouse

Name: The Whaling Station Steakhouse
Address: 763 Wave Street, Monterey, CA, United States, 93940
Telephone: (831) 373-3778
Price range: $31 to $50
Rating: 4.7

4.7

1881 Reviews

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

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The internationally acclaimed Whaling Station Steakhouse, perched just above Steinbeck’s Cannery Row has been Monterey County’s #1 Steak House for over 50 years, The Whaling Station takes the term “Steakhouse” seriously...Select your USDA Prime cut of the USA’s finest beef from a silver tray or enjoy our slow-roasted USDA Prime, Prime Rib. An award-winning wine list and full spirits bar compliment your dining experience. Serving Dinner and cocktails from 4:30pm daily. The Bar at The Whaling Station Steakhouse has its own menu and its own local following, with drink specials and lively conversation served nightly. Parking in our private lot.
A private, 50-seat banquet room is also available.

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Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 12, 2022

10:30 PM

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(831) 373-3778

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Prime Rib
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(831) 373-3778
Website
http://www.thewhalingstation.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
David Stember - 36 years
Private party facilities
The Whaling Station offers private dining for groups of 16 to 50. Having a birthday, special event or party please contact us directly to reserve or get additional information.
Private party contact
The Whaling Station Staff: (831) 373-3778

Location
763 Wave Street, Monterey, CA 93940
Neighborhood
Monterey
Cross street
Prescott Ave.
Parking details
Enjoy free parking in our private lot. Valet parking available on Friday and Saturday.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

Seasonal Soup$6.00
Monterey Clam Chowder$6.00
bacon, roasted corn, potatoes, cream
French Onion Soup$12.00
topped with melty gruyere cheese and fried onions
Crispy Organic Cauliflower$12.00
roasted red pepper aioli
Artichoke$13.00
steamed & chilled - tomato remoulade and mayonnaise
Prime Rib Egg Rolls$17.00
shaved prime rib, caramelized onions, three cheese blend
Fried Monterey Calamari$16.00
tartar sauce, spicy cocktail sauce, fresh lemon
Escargot$16.00
roasted in garlic butter with parsley & cognac
Gnocchi$14.00
gorgonzola cream, toasted pine nuts
Short Rib Ravioli$15.00
herbed-butter sauce, red wine reduction
Fresh Pacific Oysters
shucked to order
- (6)$22.00
Oysters Rockefeller
spinach, bacon & pernod, topped with hollandaise sauce
- (4)$18.00
Pancetta-Wrapped Grilled Scallops$18.00
roasted creamed corn
Carpaccio$16.00
paper-thin fresh prime beef, extra-virgin olive oil, capers, garlic toast
Crab Cakes$18.00
hollandaise sauce
Chilled Jumbo Prawn Cocktail$18.00
spicy cocktail sauce

Salads

Tossed Greens$12.00
shaved parmesan, candied walnuts, house vinaigrette
Iceberg Wedge with Roquefort Dressing$16.00
tomatoes, bacon, onions, garlic toast
Caprese$14.00
sliced heirloom tomatoes, fresh mozzarella, basil, aged balsamic vinegar
Caesar Salad
tossed tableside
- per person$14.00

Seafood Entrees

Sand Dabs Almondine$28.00
egg-dipped and pan-fried – roasted garlic mashed potatoes, sautéed spinach
Dungeness Crab Risotto$34.00
arborio rice, meyer lemon zest, fresh mint
Sesame-Crusted Ahi Tuna$36.00
seared rare, wasabi cream, sautéed julienne zucchini and yellow squash
Grilled Salmon Filet$36.00
citrus risotto with wild mushrooms and herb beurre blanc
Wave Street Cioppino$38.00
fresh fish, prawns, clams and mussels simmered in a tomato broth with garlic toast
Wild Abalone
panko-dusted and pan-fried
- MP
Butter-Roasted Lobster Tail
sautéed spinach, roasted garlic mashed potatoes
- MP

USDA Prime

We serve the finest beef produced in the U.S.A. Sourced from Nebraska, Iowa and Kansas. Aged to Our Specifications, Charbroiled to Yours. Served with Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes, Bacon-Spiked Sautéed Spinach and Fried Onions. Add: Béarnaise Sauce, Green Peppercorn Sauce or Roquefort Butter $6. Add: Butter-roasted lobster tail to any entrée MP

Slow-Roasted Prime Rib - 12 oz. Cut$49.00
Yorkshire Pudding, Roast Beef Au Jus, Horseradish Cream
Slow-Roasted Prime Rib - 16 oz. Cut$62.00
Yorkshire Pudding, Roast Beef Au Jus, Horseradish Cream
Sirloin Chateau$40.00
center-cut – great beef flavor
Red Wine-Braised Short Ribs$42.00
house made bourbon barbecue sauce
Beef Wellington$56.00
filet mignon baked in puff pastry, truffled red wine sauce
Petite Filet Mignon$58.00
the most tender cut
Filet Mignon$66.00
full cut of the most tender beef
New York Steak - USDA Prime$58.00
The classic cut
Rib Eye Steak - USDA Prime$62.00
heavily marbled
Cowboy Rib Steak$68.00
heavily marbled
Porterhouse for Two
King of Steaks! Sliced for Sharing
- MP
Filet Mignon & Butter-Roasted Lobster Tail
petite filet mignon & butter-roasted lobster tail
- MP
Rack of Lamb$58.00
Dijon mustard-herb crust, scalloped potatoes, mint sauce
Roast Chicken$28.00
Jidori Natural free-range chicken breast with forest mushrooms

Pasta Entrees

Jumbo Prawns Pasta$38.00
Pernod & saffron scented tomato cream sauce, over angel hair pasta
Pancetta-Wrapped Scallops$38.00
maple cap mushrooms over linguine
Lobster Fettuccine$42.00
wild mushrooms, artichokes, Madeira cream

Steakhouse Sides

French Fries$9.00
Creamed Sweet Corn$8.00
Loaded Twice-Baked Potato$9.00
sharp cheddar, bacon, sour cream, Parmesan cheese
Creamed Spinach$10.00
Parmesan cheese, bacon
Scalloped Potatoes$10.00
maple cap mushrooms, smoked bacon, cream, Parmesan cheese
Tempura Onion Rings$10.00
bourbon-barbecue dipping sauce
Steamed Broccoli or Asparagus$11.00
with hollandaise sauce
Sautéed Mushrooms$12.00
veal stock, brandy, splash of cream
Prawns Scampi$18.00
four large shrimp sauteed with white wine, garlic and butter

What 1,881 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.6Food
4.8Service
4.5Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Monterey / Carmel
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Monterey / Carmel
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our food was fabulous and our server was very attentive.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined 2 days ago
overall3food2service4ambience3
We eaten there a number of times and were looking forward to this visit. However the steaks were not nearly as flavorful as before. Vegetables were just ok
A
Amye
San Diego
5 reviews
vip
2.0
5 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall2food2service4ambience2
I do not recommend this restaurant if you are celebrating an anniversary or birthday and want to be able to have conversation. It was incredibly noisy. Table-side Caesar salad was top notch, but prime steak was over cooked, thin, and had a questionable sauce was on top which was not mentioned on the menu. The best part, apart from the wine, was the charismatic server. We do not plan to return.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Orange County
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 6 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience5
We celebrated our 17th Wedding Anniversary at the Whaling Station. We’ve been there many times before when we are in Monterey and always look forward to a fine meal. Freddie is the most gracious host you could ask for and Paul (which has worked there since 1979) is the epitome of professional waiter. He gave us recommendations on how to prepare our steaks and suggested the perfect side dishes. Till next time!
CH
CoreyH
Central Coast
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 3, 2022
overall3food2service5ambience3
For the price I’d like better food. This is like your grandfathers idea of a steak house. Mediocre flavored steak, average prime rib, nothing to write home about food wise. The service IS exceptional, they’re kind, friendly and provide a great experience and we’re excellent with our teen and younger child. The food is just not worth the price at all.
T
Texas
San Antonio
16 reviews
5.0
16 reviews
Dined on August 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Ate there twice while visiting Monterey. Good and service perfect each time. We would love to return.
Y
Yolanda
San Diego
6 reviews
vip
5.0
6 reviews
Dined on July 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
The food was great. The drinks were a bit pricey. But other than that the food was fabulous
AA
ArthurA
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 25, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My wife and I have been going to the Whaling Station now for 11 years. We often visit Monterey and every trip we make sure to go there. Between my wife and I we've tried every cut of their steaks and they are all wondeful. One of the best stories I have about the place was when, recently, we took some good friends there. They have just moved into the area a couple years ago. When we went there the wife of the couple ask us "Has this always been this good?" We, of course, answered YES! She was amazed at the consistancy of the quality. We've just taken it as one of the surities in life ... the Whaling Station is wonderful!!
p
pattyr
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our waiter was very attentive and the food was amazing!
SS
StephanieS
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 22, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The waiter was helpful with the wine choice, they cleared our plates when we were done after each course which was nice, and the food was delicious!
m
morristhecat
Houston
10 reviews
vip
2.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 21, 2022
overall2food2service4ambience3
Charred steak but they cooked us another but it was still too charred.
AM
AlisonM
London
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined on July 21, 2022
overall2food2service2ambience2
It was my birthday so we booked this as special treat. We both ordered steaks. My son ordered the rib eye and me the sirloin. The sirloin just happened to be the cheapest steak on the menu at $40. I am also gluten free but, with steak, that shouldn’t be a problem. However, none of the sauces they offered up with the steak were gluten free and so mine arrived with ketchup. To say my steak was dry was an under statement (I ordered it medium rare). I asked if there was any sauce that could accompany it and was eventually brought some bernaise sauce. That helped to make the steak edible. My son’s steak was delicious and he actually ended up eating most of my steak as well but was counting how many chews he had to make before swallowing as he couldn’t believe how bad it was compared to his. Shame really. It was an ok restaurant but not special. I ordered the cheapest steak as it was small - and I don’t have a huge appetite - I didn’t order it because I expected it to be sub standard. We had one course (steak) and shared a dessert plus one cocktail and one glass of Prosecco and the meal came to $186. Not cheap and not value for money in my opinion.
GG
GlendaG
Central Coast
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our dinner was so good and our waitress was amazing! Such a great anniversary dinner. Thank you
C
Cm73
Los Angeles
20 reviews
4.0
20 reviews
Dined on July 21, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
There are several steakhouses in the area but we are very glad to have eaten at this one. The food was very good but the service was impeccable. It has an old school steakhouse feel to it which we love. Orders the short ribs which were very tender and the cowboy steak which was very thick and cooked as ordered. Also had the strawberry basil-tini which was sweet but deliciously.
DS
DarinS
Palm Springs
5 reviews
5.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Wonderful anniversary dinner. Food and service were spot on. Great place for steak.
m
malakesf
San Francisco
21 reviews
vip
3.0
21 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall3food3service4ambience4
Came to meet family in Monterey and was hoping for a memorable dinner. It was okay. The mixed drinks were marginal, I sent one of mine back - just wasn’t good. Food was okay. The waiter was really good.
JB
JamieeB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Service was OnPoint. Food was absolutely delicious!!! Definitely will Go back
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 14, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience5
All good but The beef carpaccio was kind of dry and are two desserts were just marginal
SH
StevenH
Las Vegas
13 reviews
5.0
13 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We dined at Whaling Station for our anniversary, and was not disappointed at all. Food was fantastic and our server (Apul) was phenomenal! We enjoy coming here and will continue to be regular guests.
l
leticiaf
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 13, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always high quality delicious food and wonderful service!
KE
KERRYA
Central Coast
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 12, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
Birthday it was nice
JM
JMAL
Richmond
17 reviews
vip
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on July 11, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience4
I was disappointed with the Beef Wellington as had such great reviews. The staff was wonderful and friendly.
P
Palley
San Francisco
49 reviews
5.0
49 reviews
Dined on July 10, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Fantastic especially the service!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server Paul was fantastic. Food was amazing. Definitely going back when I head back to Monterey.
JV
JonathanV
London
10 reviews
vip
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
I have always wanted to try a real caesar salad made from scratch at the table and this didn’t disappoint. Overall a great steakhouse in a great location.
AV
AliciaV
San Francisco
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 7, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Friendly Host and Staff. Good steaks!! Perfect! Will definitely go again!
r
radiojunkee
San Francisco
18 reviews
5.0
18 reviews
Dined on July 6, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
My family chose this restaurant because they serve Beef Wellington. My wife and daughter both ordered it, but I had the Cowboy Ribeye. Service was excellent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Our server was very attentive and hard working
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 5, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
Good was good . Ordered medium rare got a solid medium. Meat quality was a amazing so medium was actually a better ending … the seasoning was very tasty and not overbearing!!! We were enjoying a quiet data so the fact that they were slow seemed planned lol .. no feeling of being rushed was gone!!! The sides were great !! The scotch was a great selection!!! Didn’t take pictures was enjoying the meal.. looked like a great steak!!
B
Birthday
San Francisco
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We came back to the Whaling Station to celebrate our 50th anniversary. It was a perfect experience. Thank you!!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on July 1, 2022
overall4food4service5ambience4
Anniversary 6/30/2022
LD
LauraD
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 29, 2022
overall5food3service5ambience4
This place was very nice ! The food was good, but the service was outstanding. Our waiter, Ivan, made the whole experience outstanding!! Definitely wouldn’t have enjoyed the night as much if it wasn’t for his help.
G
Gunny
Phoenix
17 reviews
5.0
17 reviews
Dined on June 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
The service was outstanding and our waitress was very attentive and helpful selecting our wine. Well worth the money.
D
Diana
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 28, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience4
Service excellent and food was delicious except for my rib eye. It was overcooked and dry which was my only disappointment. Two large groups were seated adjacent and were too loud.
GC
GlodeanC
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined on June 27, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
Worth the visit! I would definitely recommend this place for people visiting Monterey! The service is outstanding!!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great service. Treated you like family! The food was phenomenal! Would come here again. The steak was tender and flavorful! Sides we tasty as well.
W
Wesley
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Excellent service, and great food. The final bill was surprisingly lower than I expected as well. Great place overall!
BT
BenT
Indiana
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Very good food. We had the ribeye steak and lobster which was fabulous. Pretty expensive but a great romantic night out with amazing service and food.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Houston
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Steak was delicious with great service
SY
SandyY
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 18, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have eaten here several times. They never disappoint. We always request Paul. He is great with a fantastic personality. When I bring people to the restaurant, I love hearing the great feedback from my friends and family. Thank you!!!!!

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily

Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

The Whaling Station Steakhouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 373-3778.

The Whaling Station Steakhouse is rated 4.7 stars by 1881 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 12, 2022

10:30 PM

Booked 16 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(831) 373-3778

Google Map for The Whaling Station Steakhouse

763 Wave Street, Monterey, CA 93940

Additional information

Cross street
Prescott Ave.
Neighborhood
Monterey
Hours of operation
Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Seafood, Prime Rib
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Enjoy free parking in our private lot. Valet parking available on Friday and Saturday.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Executive chef
David Stember - 36 years
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Private Room, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.thewhalingstation.com/
Phone number
(831) 373-3778
Private party facilities
The Whaling Station offers private dining for groups of 16 to 50. Having a birthday, special event or party please contact us directly to reserve or get additional information.
Private party contact
The Whaling Station Staff: (831) 373-3778

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The Whaling Station Steakhouse

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

Additional information

68 Monterey Area Restaurants to Love This Valentine's Day

WS Bar Caesar Salad

Chopped Steak

Filet Mignon

Soups and Starters

Seasonal Soup$6.00

Monterey Clam Chowder$6.00

French Onion Soup$12.00

Crispy Organic Cauliflower$12.00

Artichoke$13.00

Prime Rib Egg Rolls$17.00

Fried Monterey Calamari$16.00

Escargot$16.00

Gnocchi$14.00

Short Rib Ravioli$15.00

Fresh Pacific Oysters

Oysters Rockefeller

Pancetta-Wrapped Grilled Scallops$18.00

Carpaccio$16.00

Crab Cakes$18.00

Chilled Jumbo Prawn Cocktail$18.00

Salads

Tossed Greens$12.00

Iceberg Wedge with Roquefort Dressing$16.00

Caprese$14.00

Caesar Salad

Seafood Entrees

Sand Dabs Almondine$28.00

Dungeness Crab Risotto$34.00

Sesame-Crusted Ahi Tuna$36.00

Grilled Salmon Filet$36.00

Wave Street Cioppino$38.00

Wild Abalone

Butter-Roasted Lobster Tail

USDA Prime

Slow-Roasted Prime Rib - 12 oz. Cut$49.00

Slow-Roasted Prime Rib - 16 oz. Cut$62.00

Sirloin Chateau$40.00

Red Wine-Braised Short Ribs$42.00

Beef Wellington$56.00

Petite Filet Mignon$58.00

Filet Mignon$66.00

New York Steak - USDA Prime$58.00

Rib Eye Steak - USDA Prime$62.00

Cowboy Rib Steak$68.00

Porterhouse for Two

Filet Mignon & Butter-Roasted Lobster Tail

Rack of Lamb$58.00

Roast Chicken$28.00

Pasta Entrees

Jumbo Prawns Pasta$38.00

Pancetta-Wrapped Scallops$38.00

Lobster Fettuccine$42.00

Steakhouse Sides

French Fries$9.00

Creamed Sweet Corn$8.00

Loaded Twice-Baked Potato$9.00

Creamed Spinach$10.00

Scalloped Potatoes$10.00

Tempura Onion Rings$10.00

Steamed Broccoli or Asparagus$11.00

Sautéed Mushrooms$12.00

Prawns Scampi$18.00

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