Long popular with locals and tourists alike, this restaurant has several special features--each with its own appeal: its oak bar is nearly 200 years old, while the Cannery Row room has a pirate-like atmosphere; the conservatory is alive with statues, and the Captain's Room captures days-gone-by with its Barbary Coast feel. Foodwise, this restaurant is diverse as well; the abalone bisque (a local specialty) is world famous, and the venerable eatery specializes in create-your-own banquet meals. The service will be professional and personable. More than 1,000 wines are at the ready in its wine cellar, which can be rented out for parties of up to 16 people. Join the star-studded list of celebrities who have also dined (and explored) here. See website for menus and wine list.
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In the interest of fairness, Yelping criteria should really be explicitly compartmentalized. Case in point: The Sardine Factory, among Monterey's most famed...
Good food, gaudy place, but fun! Service was good, but kinda frustrated when our waiter took our picture and it was REALLY bad and just handed the camera...
Iced salad fork? Of course. Maybe close to the touristy wharf, but we thought it was great and we will return on our next visit to Monterey. Super wine list.
“Really Enjoyed It.”
Based on the mixed reviews, we went to the Sardine Factory with a little apprehension. We were not disappointed. Our server, Richard, was aweso...
“Unhappy experience”
we (two couples) arrived at 6pm with reservations on a Wednesday night. The service was slow with very few diners in the glass room. The food l...
“Pretentious 'n Pricey”
This restaurant came recommended to us by a local "hotel" desk employee. By the review title you get the idea that they were trying too hard to...
“A little too much of my...”
A little too much of my parents era for me. more
“Management needs to notice comments”
After looking at all reviews of local restaurants chose the Sardine Factory for location and menu. Our visit was Nov. 2nd, 2008 for dinner. I a...
“Very overpriced”
Food was very poor. Bill for two for salads, dinner and a beer each came to $140. I have had better seafood at large chain restaurants for one ...
the Sardine Factory by Kelly K. at InsiderPages
This place is amazing! it has a breath taking view and they have wonderful 3 course meals. this is a MUST to eat at. There are lots of tourist ...
Sardine Factory by amanda h. at InsiderPages
Lovely atmosphere, we had our dinner in what looked like a glass house, I think they call it the atrium. The tables where set around a huge pl...
Fine food, way overpriced with insincere and haughty service.
My wife and I went to the Sardine Factory on a Tuesday night for a romantic dinner. It was recommended very highly at the Winery in Cannery R...
Lackluster Performance by An Old Standby
I am a frequent visitor to Monterey and have had a pleasurable experience at the Sardine Factory before.
It's still great after all these years
We had dined here about 4 years ago and after having read some of the recent reviews, were not sure if it was a good as it used to be. Well f...
Just go for the tapas!
How the Sardine Factory received a 9.5 I will never know. The restaurant is pricey and overrated. BUT, I can definitely recommend going for T...
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