Plus appréciés Vie nocturne à Monterey

This gem of a restaurant in Pacific Grove serves up fresh Italian cuisine and seafood specialties. Known for their famous ravioli's made daily, the lobster and mascarpone are by far the local favorite. Nightly specials of seafood and meat add variety to the menu, while the pasta dishes are usually light and full of flavor. The crisp white decor is enriched from the giant European advertising posters that line the walls, which of course, are original productions! The wine list features a bevy of Italian labels with a few local labels as well. If you're up for it, the dessert is made in-house with mouthwatering offerings like berry cobbler and tiramisu.

Savor a taste of European style flair at the Taste Cafe & Bistro. This warm and attractive eatery is perfect for an intimate meal. Live jazz performances from Thursday to Saturday just add to the already charming atmosphere. This award-winning restaurant satisfies the gourmand in you with offerings like grilled eggplant Napoleon, herb roasted chicken, freshly prepared sausages and more. Watch Bill Karaki, the owner and chef, in action as he prepares your dishes. A selection from the extensive bar and wine list helps you round up your meal. Don't forget to try the delicious desserts especially the hot favorite—the brioche bread pudding. Yum!

Few things can match tasting wine at the Bargetto Tasting Room whilst enjoying splendid views of the Pacific Ocean. Established in 1933, the Bargetto is famed for its dessert wines under the Chaucer's brand name. The winery also stacks the famous red and white wines along with the sparsely available sparkling ones. With the vineyards situated just a stone's throw away in the Santa Cruz mountains, the wines produced are completely unadulterated. Wine apparel and gift baskets are available at this outlet as well.

This restaurant was voted the best by Adventures in Dining Magazine's readers' poll and it offers a delicious variety of Central California coastal cuisine using fresh, local produce. Locals haunt the place. The selection of wines is designed to perfectly complement the dishes. You can eat inside, surrounded by polished wood surfaces, or on the patio. It is a great bet for a reception or an intimate dinner. The service is warm and friendly.

The Mission Ranch Restaurant is the perfect place to enjoy a fine meal as you take in gorgeous views. The serene setting is enhanced by spectacular views of the Santa Lucia mountains in the distance and the surrounding countryside. The menu features traditional American classics and the braised short ribs, scallops, crab cakes, and steak are some of the recommended dishes. Grab a seat on the deck and sip on some delicious cocktails as the country air sets the mood for an enjoyable and memorable meal.

Culinary styles from various regions of the Caribbean are brought into play on this restaurant's interesting and tempting menu. There are the Sauteed Prawns Belize, the Grilled Snapper Cancun and the Tilapia Cancun. Dishes run the gamut from grilled to sauteed to deep-fried. A selection of rich, calorie-laden desserts rounds out the menu. The interior of the restaurant is handsome and comfortable, with white linen tablecloths, dark wood furnishings and expansive windows that look out onto the ocean. See website for menu, cookbook details, and other locations.