The Sardine Factory - Monterey, California

R H.

What a wonderful meal we had at the Sardine Factory! Food was flavorful and cooked just right. If I had to only recommend one dish, it will be the calamari steak. It was so fresh and tender-juicy, that I never had the same from other restaurants. Of course, all the other dishes were delicious. Don’t miss out the daily specials (we had Cioppino this time, fresh seafood, and well seasoned). Prime rib was great too, so there is something for everyone.

Celeste R. (. E. G.

What a delightful surprise on so many levels!
To judge it by the name and/or the outside appearance would be selling it short in my opinion.
The experience that awaits within was unexpected.

When you enter you know you are probably going to be treated like royalty. The elegant ambiance and alert friendly staff show you immediately that you are in for a treat.

You are acknowledged promptly and you are catered to every minute you are there. The attention they give to your needs is superb from an escort to the restroom to your water glass never being empty. You can feel they pride themselves in their service.

The interior is something someone should see for themselves, and the food...well everyone should make the opportunity to experience it.

I was so full when I left because I could not stop eating every morsel of my 4-course meal.
The shrimp bisque was rich and complimented with a flaky crust to dip in it.
The strawberries on the salad tasted like they were just picked from the garden and the way they accented the salad and homemade vinaigrette was plate licking good.
The lobster was impressive, huge and flavorful. My only complaint was it being served with clarified butter. I understand the desire to keep the butter in liquid form, but I feel a big rich lobster bite deserves real rich full flavored butter to be dipped in. It seems like an insult to such a fine food to be paired with an ingredient used in movie popcorn and fast food. Then the cherry jubilee desert to top it all off! Extra large cherries on a delectable ice cream that melts into any empty spaces left in your stomach after the extensive meal.

I absolutely look forward to returning again and again.

Next time I think I shall request the Captains room to switch up the feel. We were in the spectacular conservatory this visit.

Chelle T.

Beautiful surroundings. We made reservations for 8 people at 5pm, brother-in-law's birthday. We ordered abalone bisque, Caesar salad, two appetizers, 8 entrees with various steaks or seafood with tasty sides. Service was excellent, Jennifer was really nice and helpful. Although we were full, we took advantage of dessert and the full bar.

David S.

We hosted our welcome dinner at Sardine Factory, and it was a great experience. The food was solid, and the cocktails were well-crafted—our guests enjoyed both. The staff was friendly, attentive, and made sure everything went smoothly throughout the evening.

A special thanks to Mary from the events team, who was incredibly helpful in guiding us through the different menu and drink options. She was patient and worked with us to make sure everything fit within our budget, navigated dietary restrictions, and helped with beverage selections, which made the planning process much easier.

The Conservatory Room was a beautiful and unique space that really stood out. It provided a stunning atmosphere for our dinner and impressed all of our guests. Given we settled in right before sunset, the room gave off different vibes as the night continued.

If you're looking to host any kind of event, I would recommend Sardine Factory any day.

Layer2chains

This is a wonderful restaurant in Monterey. The service is top-notch. We had a birthday dinner here with some friends, and everyone loved the food. It's worth the drive and the price. The whole vibe is great. I like the drink menu they had also. The wife and I will definitely be going back! Thanks, Sardine Factory!

Jodi R.

I went here for a birthday celebration and absolutely loved every minute of my experience. The food was spectacular and the live music, amazing drinks and vibe of everyone in there makes me want to start planning my next trip back. Don’t hesitate to go! Food photos: octo app, calamari steak dinner

Vadim S.

Very festive atmosphere! Several halls with festive decor and style! A great place to celebrate a holiday or any event! Excellent and tasty menu. Live music in the bar in the evening. Free parking.

Fern S.

We had our 2024 holiday party at the Sardine Factory. The place is cozy, with a great atmosphere. The food and wine were good. We enjoyed our time. I would suggest Not bringing a stroller.