Paluca Trattoria

The starters — calamari and clam chowder — were excellent. Unfortunately, the main courses were a huge disappointment. The salmon linguine and the lobster ravioli were both very poorly prepared. One went straight to the garbage, the other sent me straight to the bathroom. Really unfortunate experience. Based on the food quality, I won’t be returning.

Gamberoni prawns and Ingridina smoked salmon fettuccine were delicious (but rich, so be prepared). But the Calacrian prawns appetizer was out of this world! I wish I could remember the name of the young man who served us because he was very attentive - with his timing. It was great that we could bring our dog (outside dining only, if course), and the ambiance was just right.

Food was absolutely delicious, huge variety of flavors. Service was very helpful, kind and fairly quick for being as busy as they were. Had the option for outdoor or indoor seating which is always a plus. Sitting outside during sunset hours was very beautiful (beware of the sea lions sun bathing). Overall a great dinner experience and a will definitely be returning and recommending to others.

great dinner spot by the wharf! all the food was delish and the owner is super friendly. highly recommend

Very nice place! We were outside and had lunch watching the seals! It was unexpected! The only recommendation: bring a jacket. In addition to the fact that this is a good place for watching fur seals, it is also a very tasty restaurant! Highly recommend! All the dishes were delicious, especially the lobster! We will definitely come back again!

Food was excellent, the view was special. The majority of the staff were helpful and professional. Fish and chips, pesto cream gnocchi, clam chowder, mocha coffee, all top notch! Looking forward to eating there again!

We stumbled upon this spot for a Sunday lunch while walking the waterfront. I was impressed by how many vegetarian options were offered! For the price per dish, the food wasn't particularly fantastic (my ravioli, for instance, was inconsistently lukewarm throughout), but the highlight of the experience was sitting by the water and being entertained by the sea lions. 🦭

I was visiting with a couple friends and they were searching for a nearby place for dinner. I let them choose based on what they were craving but I wish I had looked at the info before we went because I probably would have avoided a place at the touristy Fisherman's Wharf. We made a reservation with no problem on a Saturday night. It was busy but we were seated on time. We had an Italian waiter so I was hopeful the food would be good, but I was a bit disappointed. First, we ordered the calamari appetizer and it was brought out the same time as our entrees. While the calamari was tender, it barely had coating on most pieces and it was not crispy at all. It was like it was pan-fried instead of deep fried. I ordered one of their specials that had a mix of seafood - fish, shrimp, calamari, mussels, and clams, with white wine sauce over pasta. The calamari was so overcooked it was very very chewy. The shrimp were a touch overcooked too. The mussels, clams, and fish were good and the dish overall had a good amount of seafood, but the texture of the shrimp and calamari ruined it. My friends' dishes were tasty and both were big portions. I just don't think the food was worth the price and probably wouldn't go back.

Went here with my sister and her large dog. We sat outside and the view of the marina was awesome. The food....OMG! Soooo good and the service was outstanding! I highly recommend!!

The fish and chips! The fish was so incredibly fresh right from the adjacent bay. We ate alfresco on fisherman's wharf.

Nice casual place with outdoor sitting on the wharf. Recommended by a local friend for dinner as we normally avoid this touristy spot. Good: Calabrian prawns as a starter was good, and so were the Seafood pasta (linguini) and freshly-made meatballs with linguini which we had for entrees. Fun: A seal was playing and splashing nearby! Just a few feet away in the water. Nice interaction with the owner's sons - Paul (waiter) and Luca (who kept trying to light our patio heater . Chef owner came over and determined it was out of propane- fixed!) Recommended: Get a reservation as they may stop seating for dinner after 7pm for walk-ins as they get busy or may have large parties.

The food was delicious, especially the Caprese salad. Our service was average. We were seated immediately, drink orders taken quickly, and food orders placed in an appropriate amount of time. However, it took forever to get our check and then even longer to have someone take our payment. The ambiance was nice. We sat outside and it was chilly. But the restaurant had the outdoor propane heaters on which helps take the chill out of the air. I liked how this place was tucked away in a corner. My only complaint was that we were not allowed to get four or even two separate checks.

The food was exceptional. We ordered the lobster ravioli, the short rib ravioli and the fried calamari. All of them were so good we had to order the ravioli again! Best one I've had. The staff was super nice and accommodating. We had to sit outside because we had our furry baby with us but they were super nice and turned on the heaters. The views are beautiful, overall it's one of the best restaurants I've been in Monterey Bay. Definitely coming back!

perfect mind --blowing location at the end of the wharf at the bay. The hostess was both stellar and amicabl. the succulent chick marsaaA truly "moveable feast" as Papa would say.

We're a party of 6. Requested an order of bread for the table. Bread was cold and sliced ever so thin that it felt apart as I tried to spread the COLD butter! Got 2 appetizers I specifically requested the calamari to be extra crispy, came out SOFT and so bland. We did come here on the 4th of July and after waking all day we were HUNGRY, wish I could've walked the boardwalk and try another place. Food was just OK. There was only 2 other parties besides us, so not sure why the service and food were mediocre at best!

Wonderful food and service. We sat inside and found it to be quaint. I had a cocktail, but would recommend sticking to wine. Delicious pasta! And cool to be in the restaurant where Big little lies was filmed.

Took some out of town clients here for lunch today. My first time here and it was fabulous! Paul and Luca are the best ! The Sicilian food is amazing! Fresh and delicious! Service was excellent! The limoncello spritzer was a hit !! I will definitely be back soon! Patio dining was so nice on the water , very relaxing!

Ridiculously overpriced! $150 for two people. We had 1 appetizer and 2 entrees. The taste certainly did not make up for the price. If it's considered good Italian food then I could open my own restaurant. The chefs special was a fish pasta that was so terribly bland. If you want sh*t pasta then come here.

Pasta is delicious and so order your favorites. The bologna parpadelle was my favorite but there were tons of options.

Overrated and overpriced. Mussels in our seafood pasta were undercooked. Bruschettas are fine

Keep Points: - delicious food - Accommodates young children - Kids meals had generous portions - Back Drop of HBO's "Big Little Lies" We visited Paluca Trattoria for a nice lunch with friends and all of our kids during our last day in Monterey. We were looking for a spot on Old Fisherman's Wharf and were intrigued by the good Yelp ratings--and the fact that this place served as the backdrop for Big Little Lies on HBO! Our large party, full of fidgety kids who couldn't sit still was accommodated pretty well by the staff. I honestly felt they were exceptionally patient, opting to take orders for appetizers and kids' entrees first before returning again for the adults' orders. The Mrs. and I were relatively full from our previous latte and breakfast so we opted to share an entree and a clam chowder. The Lobster Ravioli came in a beautiful orange-pink-ish sauce. So essentially a salmon color? It was creamy, rich, and delicious. While not necessarily the best ravioli we've ever had, it definitely hit the spot. The table shared two plates of calamari. It was definitely better than the version we had at Sandbar the night before, and was fairly decent, but still lacked some degree of crispness. The kids all had variations of linguini. Our Little One got the buttered version with meatballs, while the other kids had theirs with red marinara sauce. The portions were surprisingly large for a kids' meal. It actually reminded us of that episode of Peppa Pig when everyone ordered spaghetti at the fancy restaurant and it was the biggest dish at the table! The base price was $6, which was exceptional, but I did think the extra $8 for meatballs was a bit steep, but overall, evened out to $14 for the plate, which felt reasonable given the portion size. We were too full to try dessert, but the view of the Wharf was absolutely stunning! All in all, a great experience and a wonderful place that can accommodate families.

We stopped by Paluca Trattoria for a last-minute dinner after finding wait times elsewhere a bit too long -- glad we did. The upstairs seating was surprisingly cozy and quiet, which gave us a peaceful, tucked-away spot to enjoy our meal. Our waitress was incredibly kind and welcoming, and she gave us some great recommendations for places to check out in Carmel by-the-sea, Big Sur, and Monterey. We started with bread and butter (simple, nothing fancy), and the water served was clearly tap -- not a dealbreaker, but something to note. For appetizers, we had clam chowder cups and calamari. The chowder was solid -- creamy, flavorful, and a decent portion for a starter (8.2/10). The calamari was a standout -- crispy, well-seasoned, and not rubbery at all. Would definitely order again (8.6/10). For entrées, I went with the fish and chips. The cod itself had decent flavor, but the batter was way too salty and overly deep-fried for my taste. It leaned heavy and took away from the overall balance. I'd rate it a 7.6/10 -- not bad, just not memorable. My wife had the Sicilian meatballs with linguine, and that was easily one of the better dishes of the night. Great texture on the meatballs, and the pasta was cooked just right with rich flavor throughout (8.6/10). All in all, Paluca Trattoria delivered a pretty good experience with a couple hits and a couple misses. Not a must-visit spot, but if you're nearby and looking for a relaxed sit-down meal with solid food, it's worth considering.

We found Paluca Trattoria on Yelp. It is a gorgeous setting, tucked away at the beginning of the wharf. It boasts a pretty view both outdoors and indoors. There were a few things that colored our experience a bit negatively here. The service staff was kind and helpful, but the person who served our calamari spilled a few pieces onto the table. I was a bit disappointed that there were no croutons in the Caesar salad - I've never had one without croutons. The pasta was solid with generous portions. It was probably the best dish we had.

Meh. It was alright. Service was slow and part of our order came out wrong. The hostess took a long time to notice we were waiting to be sat while 2 other employees kept looking at us waiting and didn't do or say anything. The food was way over priced for what you got. I was upsold the fish special which included mussels, clams, prawns, and black cod over linguine in a wine butter garlic sauce. The regular linguine with clams cost $26. This special cost $45 using cheaper mussels as the majority of the shellfish. Two prawns. I don't know. Seemed like an outrageous price increase. Flavor was okay, but lacking salt and needing some citrus. Hubby got the same dish, only with prawns only as the only protein. Same meh experience. We shared a side Ceasars salad. It was sad. Reminded me of those salad kits from Costco. Cheese didn't even appear to be freshly shredded; seemed like the kind from a plastic tub. Overdressed with dressing that was underwhelming in flavor. Kid ordered plain linguine with the side breast of chicken. It arrived swimming in butter. They fixed it, but her chicken breast was dry. Won't be back.

We did really enjoy our lunch at Paluca Trattoria! The location is excellent - right on the water and isolated from the pier. Outdoor and indoor seating. Food was tasty but some small things gave the restaurant a 4/5 - pasta was a bit underdone. Waiter was very nice and got our order correctly, was attentive. Pretty casual but a bit nicer than most of the restaurants along the pier that seem to be much more touristy.

Stopped by while visiting the Warf, friendly staff and tasty food. It wasn't anything to write home about, but we cleared our plates. Best part was the view for sure!

The atmosphere is quaint and offers views of the ships in the harbor. It wasn't crowded and the service was quite quick, but not the most friendly. We enjoyed the clam chowder and lobster ravioli, both of which were tasty.

Food was sooo tasty, felt like we were in Italy having dinner, staff we polite (except that our server was obviously not born & raised here in America... he was a little rigid but very direct so it was all good). The place looks small but they actually have a decent sized seating area and patio seating... I recommend trying the Carbonara!

I went here knowing Big Little Lies was filmed here, which was pretty exciting. The service was awesome! Our waiter was very welcoming and quick. We loved all of the food we ordered. I highly recommend the Short Rib Ravioli. The cups for water were a bit dirty since they were outside just sitting upside down on the table, so that is my only complaint. The seafood pasta is a bit on the pricier side since I'm guessing it was market price ($43). They market it as the special, but I think they should add it to their menu. The food was good and the views were beautiful. We saw some sea lions and seals chilling as we were dining. I would come back!

Server Paul and his father were very helpful and provided excellent service and recommendations! The food is amazing and worth every penny. We had the rock cod special and the artichoke raviolis -both were delicious. We will definitely be back!

Came here about 6:45 on a Sunday. There were empty tables inside and outside, but it still took a half hour to be seated. The hostess said all their inside dining had been reserved and people would be coming in any minute. Unless they have a special back entrance for VIPs that were out of view, that mad rush never came. They claim bread is available upon request, but when we asked for it, they said they were out. You're telling me that an Italian place is going to allow itself to run out of bread in the middle of an alleged fully booked dinner service? Well they ended up bringing out the bread when my meal was halfway eaten, and it was extremely disappointing. Very cold (like it had been refrigerated) and definitely not worth the wait. Speaking of the main course, I got the linguine with meatballs so my kid could share my meatballs. I got a plate of linguine that to me seemed a fairly small portion (I would equate it to a lunch portion) and three meatballs. The meatballs were so dry that it felt like they accidentally dumped an ash tray into the meatball mixture as they were making them. The sauce was nothing to write home about. I would have been just as happy with a jar of Rao's. To have a small portion of subpar food for the price of $30 is completely outrageous. My kid's Alfredo had more pasta than my dish (I'm not exaggerating). This was one of the worst Italian places I've been to, and I've been to some pretty shabby establishments. Olive Garden and Sbarro are Michelin star restaurants compared to here. And I'm not the only person who thinks this. The table next to me was complaining about the high cost of the food compared to the obviously low cost for the restaurant to prepare it. And the table diagonally to me was complaining about being seated for a very long time without being able to place a food or drink order. Terrible service, even worse food, and a bill that was three times what it should have been is a trifecta that no business owner should be proud to have achieved. I don't give two craps if a TV show I've never heard of has filmed here. Maybe spend less time bragging about that and more time teaching your staff how to provide a good experience, cook decent food (and enough of it), and give people their money's worth.

Found a hair in my french fries. The owner was quite shameless, saying "well, we didn't put it in there" and implying that the customer did. The dark, short hair was literally fried into the fry, y'all. The owner couldn't even look me in the eye while saying it. He eventually took that item off the bill, but the lack of accountability or apology was appalling. Blame the customer all you want, but it doesn't change the quality of your food.

No longer would recommend this place. The food has changed. Maybe they've changed owners? The food is bland.

Finally getting around to writing this review! Visited for the first time a few weeks ago after a trip to the Monterey aquarium. Due to the location, the majority of tables are on the outdoor patio overlooking the water, with very few tables inside . But heaters are available for every table, our server helpfully moved the heater closer to our table. Good location at the start of the pier, and less touristy than locations further down the pier. Overall the service was very attentive, and food came out quickly after we ordered. The only downside was gnats were attracted to our wine The pasta was good! We got the Seafood special (calms, mussels, cod, with butter sauce) and Clam Linguine. Next time we're in the area, we'll probably be coming back.

Paluca was a hit! Such a cute spot with quality Italian cuisine. I will definitely return the next time I'm in Monterey. Great location, as it's centrally located near downtown at the pier.

Food --my husband and I give it a 10 Service was great 9 Ambiance on the patio a 10 We took our fur baby and they were very accommodating. The cannolis were great .. I had the sea food pasta And my husband had the Cesar salad and meat balls... Everything was soooooo good!

Called ahead of time to ask if it was kid friendly, and they said yes. We get there, my daughter started crying, the owner came out and was very rude asking "is this going to be an issue the entire time". And he pretty much asked us to leave. The family next to us was really bothered with the way he treated us. Why say it's kids friendly if it isn't? My family was just trying to have lunch together, not all kids are perfect. We did not deserve to be treated the way he treated us.

I visited this restaurant with my husband in high hopes based on how the menu looked on paper. Also with it being on the Wharf I figured It must be pretty good, to be in such a popular area. From the start the young man who seated us was rather kind and got us a nice spot. We sat for about 5-7 minutes before a waitress said she will be with us shortly. ARTICHOKE & MASCARPONE RAVIOLI This dish was rather good. It was one of their many vegetarian options. I feel as if I had a decent proportion based off the price. The artichoke flavor was hardly there unfortunately and the sauce took all credit for flavor. LOBSTER RAVIOLI This particular dish was pretty disappointing. The proportions were very small for the price and it was more cheese than lobster. We were questioning if we even got any lobster. For a meal, being able to count on your fingers how many bites it took to finish was definitely a let down. Honestly, the bread was the most filling thing we ate out of both the dishes. The water also was terrible. For one it was already there when we got seated, it was warm, with no cover on the bottle, we even had some grass of some kind that happened to get in it, and it wasn't filtered. When we asked for iced cold water we got a cup of ice. It was gross. There was a gentleman who I believe was the owner. He was swarming the tables constantly like a shark. I felt pretty uncomfortable as if I was going to get called on. Another customer happened to ask him where the restroom was and all he did in answer was point. I thought it was rather rude, instead of using words, just pointing and turning away. The feeling of the restaurant was pretty nice. We had a good seat and we could hear the sea lions and seagulls, definitely knew we were near the ocean. I loved it. Sadly, where we sat there was a lot of foot traffic near us, and the disappointing part of that was we hardly got checked in on. I sat for a while with an empty glass waiting for someone to stop and ask. I believe we only got checked in on, maybe, twice in the hour and a half we were there. One was right when we were about to leave.

Decided to try something different on the wharf. I was pleasantly surprised on how great this little hidden gem was. A very clean environment, friendly staff. Fantastic offerings and quick service. I would definitely dine here again. The fish and chips were outstanding!

Delicious food and wonderful staff. It was cold out but the owner did his best to block the wind and keep us warm on the patio. I loved it, definitely will return when in Monterey.

Came here for our anniversary. The pasta was absolutely delicious and we loved watching the sea lions during our dinner. We started off with the bruschetta, but it was definitely sub-par. It lacked flavor and the tomatoes didn't taste that fresh. Still, our main entrees were amazing! The shrimp tasted fresh. The sauce was delicious. I would recommend any of the entrees. The service was subpar as well. We waited about 20 minutes to even get drinks started. The food came out quickly though. Being next to the water definitely adds to the ambiance. It can get chilly and a bit smelly, so I would suggest getting seating inside if you care about that. Overall, I would come again but definitely pass on the bruschetta and I would be ready to wait a bit for for your order to be taken.

Holy crap this place is amazing! The food was delicious and every bite had so much flavor in it! I had the gnocchi and I just don't understand how they made it so fluffy! 10/10 would recommend. Our server was also absolutely amazing. He checked up on us often and was really helpful and even made a few jokes.

While at a conference in Monterey, my colleagues and I were treated to dinner at Paluca Trattoria by one of our vendors. Reservations were made ahead of time and we were seated promptly. We were placed in a quaint little corner that fit all 8 of us perfectly. It was surprisingly quiet and we could all converse with ease. Large windows gave us plenty of surrounding marina views. Everyone selected their drinks and we ordered two of the smoked salmon bruschetta and two of the Sicilian meatballs. We were also provided with extra bread. The meatballs were cooked perfectly and served in a delicious marinara with crostini. The salmon bruschetta was equally appetizing. In addition to the smoked salmon, the goat cheese, fig balsamic, and caramelized onion on crostini made this appetizer well rounded and pleasing on the palate. When dining near the ocean, trying the clam chowder is a must. Of course, the clam chowder at Paluca's did not disappoint. It was warm, creamy, and the perfect consistency. For the main entree, I ordered the lobster ravioli. Each bite melted in my mouth. The ravioli, which I assume is made fresh on site, is stuffed with langostino lobster and fontina cheese and served in tomato cream sauce. It is by far, one of the best ravioli I have ever enjoyed. We had the crème brûlée cheesecake for dessert and it was the perfect sweet (but not too sweet) bite to end our meal. We tried to return over the next couple of days but an equipment failure forced them to close unexpectedly. To top it off, one of the restaurants namesakes, Paul was our server. He was a sweet, kind young man who took care of our large party with heart and soul. I will be adding Paluca Trattoria to my recommendation list for colleagues and friends that visit Monterey. I will come back to visit on my next trip. Che buono!

Both the food and service are not great. The ambiance is wonderful, as you are seated directly on the pier next to the beautiful sea lions. The past is served well done, not al dente, and they claim that the owner is from Sicily. But honestly, I'm raised by an Italian nonna and I've been to Italy at least 25 times and specifically to Sicily, and this is not well executed fare. The sauces are not good at all, and as mentioned above, the pasta was overcooked. Food was below average. And the waiter was super friendly Italian man, but stretched way too thin having to wait on all the tables in the whole place. Way too thin. They need to train the other young wait staff to help him out better, like ask the customers "is everything ok?", "would you like another drink?", "would you like dessert?". I mean, basic questions, really.

Monterey is all about the seafood for me but my eyes went right to the Sicilian meatballs with linguini and couldn't be lured away. The idea of simple & classic on a cold late summer evening. Nice but not obnoxious-sized portion. Three big sausage and beef meatballs with very little (if any) filler. I make my meatballs juicy with lots of egg and bread crumbs, but these really grew on me because of the high quality ingredients. The chunky marinara was perfect and the fresh parsley really brightened the dish. Topped with shaved Parmesan and served with extra grated cheese. As far as price, there is obviously a premium for the location, but it's a premium worth paying.

Not sure what's happened to my review in the past as we've been here a handful of times, and have always had a positive experience. We do suggest to sit inside if you can because it can get very loud from the seals barking. We ordered the Bruschetta Clam Chowder, Fish and Chips and Fig & Greens Salad. Everything was pretty good, the only suggestion would be to add some balsamic glaze or vinegar to the bruschetta, which seem to lack a bit of flavor. Next time we look forward to ordering the meat balls. Seemed to be a popular order with our neighbors who ordered 2 of them . Also every team member we interacted with where super friendly and provided excellent service.

A delightfully quaint and delicious Italian restaurant right on the water! We came for dinner and had two pasta dishes. They were amazing! The pasta sauce was fresh and flavorful, pasta a perfect al dente. There were options for all- meat, seafood, vegetarian all plenty to choose from. There is seating both indoors and outdoors, service was fast and friendly. Will definitely come back here if/when in the area! HBO Big Little Lies Fans: Scenes were filmed here also!

We stumbled upon this spot for a Sunday lunch while walking the waterfront. I was impressed by how many vegetarian options were offered! For the price per dish, the food wasn't particularly fantastic (my ravioli, for instance, was inconsistently lukewarm throughout), but the highlight of the experience was sitting by the water and being entertained by the sea lions.

Had dinner reservations to celebrate our anniversary and was met by a lukewarm hostess; not even a welcome or have you dined with us before, just stared at us and showed us to our table. It took awhile for our server to come and introduce herself, once again, lukewarm, made us feel like we weren't welcome. Our drink orders were finally taken, we did have to flag her down to place an order for appetizers. Meanwhile, other servers, not ours, she was nowhere to be seen, were checking on us to see how we were doing. Also, we were overhearing other servers explain to other guest the specials of the night. So that piqued my interest. Finally our server came by with our appetizers and she quickly darted off. My husband had to get her attention so we can place our entree order.There was no mention of any specials. I was dumbstruck that I couldn't bring it upon myself to ask her. She obviously didn't want to sell us what they had to offer. The food was okay, better than the service. What made our experience here worthwhile was the other servers who cared enough to check on us and of course, the entertaining sea-life.

I went to check this spot because I love Italian food and HBO series Big Little Lies! The fact that the show was filmed at this location is even written on a welcoming sign. I was so excited to be there, but preferred to sit inside since it's windy:) There's a good variety of pasta, appetizers and wines. You can even order famous Ghirardelli hot chocolate there. The menu specifically says that you need to ask for water and bread which was a bit unusual for me as everywhere the restaurants serve customers with water nowadays. The price is above average. The food is good, and portions are quite big, but I expected the serving of food to be fancier to be honest. The restaurant itself is very well furnished. You can feel the atmosphere of small Italian villages with a good coffee machine and high quality Parmesan. The view from the Wharf is amazing.

Enjoyed the ambiance of the restaurant. It was a beautiful night out and we sat outside. Our server was quite busy throughout the night, however, did come over when asked. I thought the food was good but nothing that would capture a "wow," our salad was a bit on the sweet side, the dressing was overly empowering, and the chicken breast was very dried. We had two of their specialty that night, the creamy pasta sauce was delicious, the other sauce was again on the sweet side. We had clams as our starters, great taste, however the clams were extremely small and not many of the clams had meat in there. Overall, it was a good experience.

I hate to say it but every restaurant on the wharf has the same menu. Italian seafood with a slight variation. The only difference is the restaurants atmosphere and service. I like the option for indoor or on the pier seating. I opted for the pier where I could enjoy the ocean air, seals barking, and watch the parked sail boats. Service was good and my waiter was able to help with my dinner choice. My only other wish for wharf restaurants is to have more local fish selections. Here was no different and enjoyed a smoked salmon pasta dish. For the restaurant to see four or five stars more variation in the menu and local catch specials would go a long way. Overall, I was happy with my service, meal, and pier setting. It is a restaurant I would not mind returning to.

Excellent food and service!! The local favorite. We often visit this restaurant was strongly recommended to anyone. Great view great price, great traditional Italian food love the Italian meatballs and the fried artichokes.

The food and service was great! This was my first time in Monterey and Paluca Trattoria is a must try!

My partner made reservations here last night to celebrate 5 1/2 years together. It was a beautiful surprise. We are both in school and don't get to go out a ton so this restaurant was the perfect out-of-town boujie dinner. I'm not sure if our server told us his name but he was a sweet blonde boy with some piercings. He was on top of everything and was clearly very good at his job. We felt pampered. The food came out quickly and was carefully prepared, some of the best seafood we've had in a while. We laughed and cried over our wine, chatting about our growth together. Definitely a special memory we will never forget (mainly because the seals were yelling at us from the rocks below lol). 10/10.

Perfect meal. Will be memorable as one of the best meals I've had . We arrived before the dinner rush. They offered a lovely seat outside and they were so kind to set up the heaters for us. Their kindness made everything feel very special. We had salad and clam chowder as starters and then went for two pasta dishes They were so delicious that we are thinking about returning tomorrow night again! Our server was great. So pleased with this place. Thanks for such a memorable meal.

This quaint waterfront italian treasure is one of my new faves when visiting monterey fishermans wharf area. The service was excellent and we ordered some shrimp with Calabria peppers, some white wine garlic sauce class, and Sicilian style meatballs with zesty sauce. A surprising dish was a stuffed gnocchi with creamy pesto type sauce , it was like inhaling tiny pillows of love. The special of the day was seafood with garlic wine and linguini, fresh and perfectly seasoned. The papparadelle bolognese was also full of flavor and cooked aldente.. Perfect seaside meal!