I came to Rosine’s for brunch with my mom and aunt, and we absolutely loved it! The food was absolutely delicious, everything tasted so fresh and flavorful, and the portions were generous. The service was excellent too friendly, attentive, and made us feel so welcome. The atmosphere was warm and inviting, perfect for a relaxing weekend brunch. We’ll definitely be coming back again soon! Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for great food and great service.

Amazing food. Best Alfredo I’ve ever had. Calamari was 10/10, meatballs amazing. Desserts for everyone and can tell they are all homemade. Great place and would recommend to everyone.

The food came out so quickly and tasted AMAZING! Best pancakes I've ever had. The staff were sweethearts and very attentive. I definitely recommend stopping by for a bite.

Sarah was an excellent server—very attentive and knowledgeable. She took care of everything we needed, answered all our questions, and was quick without ever making us feel rushed. Great food and a wonderful atmosphere made the experience even better.

Good food, very busy place. The staff were great and attentive. Calamari and fries were very tasty. I do wish they had regular cocktail sauce as their house sauce was kinda sweet and didn't seem have any horseradish in it. Onion rings were fantastic and the clam chowder is pretty good. Chicken pesto sandwich was okay. LOTS of tasty looking cakes, but too full to partake. Would recommend!

We've been here a few times and had a different server each time. We've only tried the cakes and pies so far, so this review is mainly about that. The staff are generally very nice. The cakes and pies are delicious and some pieces could even replace a whole meal, they are so rich. We can highly recommend the carrot cake and the (very rich) peanut butter cake. We will definitely be back to try all the different cakes and pies and are already looking forward to their new creations.

+1

This place is very nice, highly recommend , amazing deserts and of course the blueberry pancakes were my favorite, the wife got poached eggs with salmon, she said that it was also tasty!

+1

We had come here before and couldn’t get in because they were packed and had 45 min wait so we had left. We came back to Monterey and wanted to see why it was so popular. The moment you walk in, you have the most gorgeous pies and cakes greeting you. The hosts are quick to answer questions and to sit you or change your seating if you prefer (we wanted a booth). The place has a diner feel, but extra fancy and classy at a super fair price. There’s so many diverse families, couples and even groups that are tourists. I highly recommend their food and desserts. I’m so thrilled to say that their snickers cake wins. We did a sampler and I can’t get enough of it! It’s like eating the actual chocolate bar, but turned into this smooth mousse that you can crunch on! Please order milk or coffee with it, you won’t regret it! It’s a must for anyone in Monterey!

This is a Monterey County legend! Known for their spectacular desserts, especially their cakes! Everything we’ve ever had for breakfast or lunch has been delicious. Service is good and the coziness and decor (especially at Christmas) is inviting. We look forward to visiting again on our next trip home. Highly recommend! Don’t miss out on dining here at least once if you are visiting Monterey.

+6

This might become one of our go-to places. The great thing about Rosine’s is that they have great food, nice staff, fairly affordable prices compared to other restaurants, & most of all, you feel comfortable being here with young kids. In fact, most of the families eating there had young kids & it didn’t seem to bother anyone. I did try their minestrone which was amazing, olive garden doesn’t even compare. I also had their calamari steak, which I never had before, & enjoyed it. We also took a brownie & cookie home. The brownie was good, maybe too rich though. Cookie was great. Overall the food was really good & the staff very nice. I look forward to coming here again with my family.

We got the dulce de leche latte and a butter cookie latte both hot but you can get them cold. The ministrone soup was mentioned on Diners n Drives for good reason. Its the best I ever had with big chunks of chuck roast beef. We also had the brunch burger and it was good the bacon jam and fried egg set it off. Also got the turkey avocado Benedict and it was so yummy. The hollandaise sauce was very creamy. Will definitely be coming back now that we are locals!

Decided to stop in for an early dinner with my wife and had a great dining experience. I reserved a table for dinner through the OpenTable app. After spending the afternoon visiting Carmel by the Sea, we got hungry a bit earlier than expected so I revised my reservation to an earlier time. Upon arrival to Rosine's we were greeted warmly and seated promptly. After being seated, we were welcomed by Sarah, our charming and informative server. She took our drink order and gave us time to peruse the menu. My wife decided on a cup of the minestrone soup and lasagna, and I chose a cup of the clam chowder and calamari steak sandwich. My wife is somewhat of a minestrone soup afficionado and she thoroughly enjoyed her soup saying how tasty, flavorful, and chunky it was, claiming it was the best she's ever had. My clam chowder was equally enjoyable, thick and tasty and full of clams, potatoes, and vegetables. My wife's lasagna was artfully presented, surrounded by slices of garlic bread. It was delicious and had the right balance of noodles, cheese, and sauce. My calamari steak sandwich was also delicious, evenly breaded and included a buttery toasted bun, fries, and ketchup and tartar sauce on the side. The portions of our entrees were very generous such that neither of us could finish and had to take the rest to go. Overall, we enjoyed our experience at Rosine's. Sarah was very attentive to our needs, answered all of our questions, and promptly refilled our drinks, all while being gracious and welcoming. We'll definitely return the next time we're in town.

Fantastic place with large menu and excellent selections. Ham steak was huge and pancakes light and fluffy. Also have a huge amount of homemade desserts with friendly staff

We absolutely love the food everytime we come here. My favorite is the loaded potato appetizer. I have been here more than 3 times and have never been disappointed, this is our go to spot for lunch whenever we visit Monterey or Big Sur. Most recently we tried their cream cheese chocolate cake for my brother’s birthday and it was amazing. The waiters were so sweet and came together to sing a birthday song and it made my brother’s day.

It was so good the first time, we had to go back for seconds! Thanks to Sally and Katie for the incredible service. The food was over the top. We can't wait to go back. The the Chili Puff was so delicious that I just had to purchase Rosine's Cookbook. The Benedicts were topped with the best hollandise sauce I've ever had. Hint: another reason to buy her cookbook! I can see why this restaurant is on the DO NOT MISS list of places to try in Monterey.

Four of us stopped in at Rosine’s for dinner before a concert at the Golden State Theater across the street. We had a 6:30 PM reservation and were seated immediately upon arrival, despite the restaurant being very busy. Our server greeted us promptly and took our order without delay. We ordered the Chicken Parmesan, Fettuccine Alfredo with Prawns, Crispy Hot Chicken Sandwich, and the California Club. The food arrived quickly and everything was delicious. I had the Crispy Hot Chicken, which came with hot oil and hone; excellent flavor and perfectly prepared. The staff were friendly, attentive, and professional throughout our visit. We all enjoyed our meals and still had plenty of time to walk over to our concert. A great experience overall.

+1

Kyo Chel

Delicious beer and food as always, Alvarado Street Brewery is a must for those visiting Monterey! There may be a wait time during busy hours, so plan accordingly.

amag13

The beer is great. Their sours are so fun. I had the Tayberry Cream. Food is usually solid. The quesabirria tacos are good!

Jillian Sole

Brittany is a gem. Knows the menus, wants guests to feel comfortable. Very helpful, very welcoming. While training a new human who was also very lovely and immediately offered to help accommodate my suitcases fresh from the airport. Lovely welcome to town, thank you! The beer is also delicious, and the food, but service today won out.

Stacy Maffit

Lively atmosphere. Waitress smiling and helpful. I was not real hungry on arrival so I ordered "off" menu. She assisted in ordering a chicken with mixed veggies. It was a perfect meal. He ordered the chicken wings, spicy but tasty. Highly recommend for a beverage and/ or bite to eat.

Robert Degnan

Can't recommend this place enough. From being greeted by the hostess to being seated. Our service was amazing and attentive. There are plenty of beer choices. As you will see in the pictures from a dark brown to a hef. The wings are smoked with a dry rub. I can't explain the flavor except unique. The wings were huge. The pan pizza had a baked crisped top and was combined with a pan style

+2

Rita Claar

I really like this place. It's got delicious food, fabulous beer, and a warm and unpretentious atmosphere. We have gone to this brewpub every time we're in the Monterey area.

Kelley H

Such a good little brewery tucked into Downtown. Inside it was very cute but just crowded, they have seating outside in the back like a mini beer garden, so we sat out there and it was so beautiful and chill. They also have outside seating at the front of the building but I believe that is apart of the wait staff. They had a good selection of menu items, we didn’t eat so I cannot give comment on food. But drink wise, I got the Hibiscus Passionfruit cider which was so light and refreshing- not too many bubbles/fizzy. Overall great little space !

+3

Joel Arambula

There is indoor and outdoor seating which is fantastic if you want to enjoy the crisp outdoors. This place truly has options for everyone. We opted for a couple orders of the fish and chips, tuna sandwich and wings. The fish was great and fries have good flavor.

A. A

The staff was very friendly and the food came out in a very timely manner. We shared the pretzels for appetizer, and for the skirt steak sandwich and fish and chips. The skirt steak was the star of the show it was spicy yet super flavorful! The fish and chips had a beer batter it was very good. The fries addicting crunchy. We had so much fun and enjoyed all the food! Would recommend

Nikki A

This spot really has it all ! We couldn’t get even get a reservation from the day before because they are always so busy ! It was first come first serve - and thank goodness we found a spot for our party of ten . The food was delicious and the service was great !! We all ordered different dishes and all of it hit the spot!! It was a treat vibe - great atmosphere. My salmon fish was delicious and the mushroom bar pie was my favorite !!!

Bob Lelouarn

Stopped in for an early dinner, Farmers market was going on in the street outside, a young man playing his guitar, very nice Wife had a chimichiurri skirt steak and I had a spicy skirt steak sandwich They were both awesome, cooked perfectly, seasoned great. Washed mine down with a nice tropical IPA. Had a wonderful time. Life is good

Jocelyn Perez

Stopped here after a bad experience at Dust Bowl Brewery and was blown away by the quality of service, food, and brews 🙌. Told them I was a first timer and they explained everything to me and made some great recommendations! I have since been back a handful of times, and it’s still as good as the first time. The old town pizza is sooo good, I think about it at least twice a week lol. Nothing on their food menu disappoints. Great IPA’s too. Going to miss this place when I have to move. Highly recommend if you’re visiting Monterey.

Kinsey Clishe

Stopped here for dinner on a work trip and it didn’t disappoint. I ordered their only sour beer on tap and it was the perfect balance of sour and fruity. For dinner I ordered the citrus salad with chicken. All of the flavors went together very well and the chicken was very tasty and juicy. The food came out fast. On the back garden area you have to order your own food, but it came out very quickly.

Michael Johns

The food here is crazy good! Highly recommend the pizza, calamari and salad!! It’s the perfect meal for two! Each get a salad, split the pizza and enjoy the calamari as an appetizer! Vibes are great in this spot and the food is just delicious. Perfect for a date night or night out for some drinks. Special brews and local beers are always on tap! Enjoy!!

+6

David Park

Came here on a recommendation from our hotel front desk worker. The food and their beers were great! Must try restaurant. I absolutely liked the calamari appetizer with Thai curry dipping sauce. The fish and chips was also among my favorites! Tried their beer flight and really liked numbers 1, 2, 3 and 5! (Check the pics for the beer info as numbered on the list!)

+7

Seann Maron

For sure they have a large section of craft beers made by them and some other locals ones, but the food and dining experience here is fabulous. The menu is much more extensive than the typical brewery and the food has some good character and flavor to it. They have sit down service - the few times I've eaten here the waiter was respectful and efficient with ordering, accommodating, and serving the food. I recommend this brewery's dining function to those who are in a group of people 2-6 maybe 8. Of all of the items I have ordered here my favorites have been the birria tacos and tomato soup(soup varies depending on the day).

The pizza I got here is one of the best pizzas I've ever had- it's so good!! This place has regular brewery vibes so it can be a little loud and not very private bc the tables are close together so I…

The pizza I got here is one of the best pizzas I've ever had- it's so good!! This place has regular brewery vibes so it can be a little loud and not very private bc the tables are close together so…

Service was great even though they were very busy! The food was great - we got fish and chips and pesto chicken sandwich. Both food items came out fast and they had a lot of beer options. The place…

Service was great even though they were very busy! The food was great - we got fish and chips and pesto chicken sandwich. Both food items came out fast and they had a lot of beer options.…

service was great even though they were very busy! The food was great - we got fish and chips and pesto chicken sandwich. Both food items came out fast and they had a lot of beer options. The place…

Great beer selection, awesome service and loved the outdoor dining! The perfect midday pick-me-up!

Great beer selection, awesome service and loved the outdoor dining! The perfect midday pick-me-up!

Great beer selection, awesome service and loved the outdoor dining! The perfect midday pick-me-up!

Food, service and ambiance was great! I would recommend getting the birria tacos or the chicken sandwich so delicious!

we come to monterey to specifically come here! the beer & food always so good for a night out

Quick, kind and welcoming service, a cozy modern atmosphere, and a small and easy-to-decide menu.\n\nTo start, the bartender was kind and charismatic. It's always appreciated when someone actively …

Another fantastic time at Alvarado brewery with the best chicken wings around. Such fun, friendly service and ambience. Love the location.

Stopped by on a Friday night. It was very busy and loud indoors. We opted to sit outside and were taken care of rather quickly. I had the huarache, my husband had the smash burger with fries and my…

Very friendly welcome, varied dishes, all excellent, served in a great atmosphere with TVs showing sports matches. A place to recommend if you want to eat well!

Very friendly welcome, varied dishes, all excellent, served in a great atmosphere with TVs showing sports matches. A place to recommend if you want to eat well!

Our food was excellent and the service was great. I had the steak salad and my husband had the fish and chips. Both meals wow outstanding.

Our food was excellent and the service was great. I had the steak salad and my husband had the fish and chips. Both meals wow outstanding.

Our food was excellent and the service was great. I had the steak salad and my husband had the fish and chips. Both meals wow outstanding.

Delicious beer and very good food even for a vegetarian. Great atmosphere outside in the back. Nice experience on a Saturday afternoon.

Delicious beer and very good food even for a vegetarian. Great atmosphere outside in the back. Nice experience on a Saturday afternoon.

Delicious beer and very good food even for a vegetarian. Great atmosphere outside in the back. Nice experience on a Saturday afternoon.

A great atmosphere bar with sports and music - the burgers are brilliant and lots of beer choice. Blink and you’ll miss it as it isn’t very well advertised!

A great atmosphere bar with sports and music - the burgers are brilliant and lots of beer choice. Blink and you’ll miss it as it isn’t very well advertised!

A great atmosphere bar with sports and music - the burgers are brilliant and lots of beer choice. Blink and you’ll miss it as it isn’t very well advertised!

The highlight of this place is the staff. Everything about this place is great, but the staff here were so helpful, friendly and fun. I started off here just because of a power outage at my hotel…

We visited this place while in the Carmel area. Great service, great food and great location (Carmel Plaza). We ordered pizza and a burger, although a simple order, it was absolutely delicious and…

We visited this place while in the Carmel area. Great service, great food and great location (Carmel Plaza). We ordered pizza and a burger, although a simple order, it was absolutely delicious and…

This was our first time eating here and loved our meal. The pizza was absolutely delicious. The staff was welcoming and friendly.

Good food and non alcoholic drinks. My group liked the Lavender Lemonade and Guava Limeade drinks. Chicken Wings were sweet and filling. Basil Eggs Benedict with steak was excellent with the steak made medium rare and pesto sauce. Shrimp Eggs Benedict was tasty. 2 of us had the Lasagna. It was flavorful but not the best I had. Portion sizes were huge. Service was the only not good part of it. No one came to check on us after food was served and fill water up.

+6

Rosine’s. Wow. Another treasure along Alvarado Street. Six of us gathered there to celebrate a work milestone — the kind of dinner where you want energy, warmth, and food that feels a little celebratory. One member of our group gave us a brief history lesson beforehand, noting that Rosine’s has been a mainstay of Alvarado Street for years. After one evening there, I understand exactly why. This is a busy place. Reservations are strongly recommended. The atmosphere strikes that rare balance: slightly lively but not chaotic. It wasn’t overly loud, yet you could feel the hum of a well-loved restaurant doing steady business. Quaint, friendly — the kind of eatery most people hope to find while strolling downtown Monterey. My only quasi-complaint? We were seated in a higher-traffic area, which slightly detracted from the overall experience. Not a deal-breaker, just a small note. They offer both indoor and some outdoor seating. Starters We began with two orders of Crispy Calamari Strips and Chips (fries). If you’re expecting tentacles, this isn’t that style — these are strips. The dish came paired with cocktail sauce, tartar sauce, and ketchup. Both platters were completely devoured. We also ordered Guacamole, Pico de Gallo, and Chips, which was excellent. The tortilla chips were unique — almost a cross between flour and corn tortilla chips. Hard to describe, but memorable. Everyone shared a bottle of wine or ordered individual drinks, and the table felt properly celebratory. Entrees The six entrees included: Three orders of Surf and Turf Chicken Parmesan Stuffed Salmon Guacamole Bacon Burger The Surf and Turf featured a 10 oz New York steak, three grilled prawns, baked potato (substitutable for mashed or fries at no extra charge), and fresh vegetables. I ordered mine medium with mashed potatoes. Every steak at our table was cooked perfectly to preference — no small feat. The mashed potatoes and vegetables were excellent. I added a $2 Caesar salad. Flavor-wise, it was very good, though the greens were slightly mushy, which muted the experience a bit. A small note in an otherwise strong showing. Everyone at the table genuinely enjoyed their meals. The Coup de Grâce: Dessert Then came dessert. After spotting the size of neighboring slices, we wisely decided to order just one serving for the six of us: Cookies and Cream cake made with Oreo cookies. When I say “slice,” I mean slab. It was massive. Truly one of those “you have to see it to believe it” desserts — and just $10. Even with six people sharing, we didn’t finish it. But it was absolutely delicious. Rosine’s is well worth visiting. Make reservations, expect a nice atmosphere, and come hungry — especially if dessert is in your future. Service was very good and appropriately attentive without being intrusive. A true Alvarado Street classic.

+6

Mongoose

Amazing beer selection and beautiful location. service wasnt the best but it's 2026, everyone is in a hurry.

Lorenzo Mennucci

We had dinner at this restaurant in Monterey and tried the calamari and the burger. Both were really good, but the burger was outstanding – juicy, full of flavor, and perfectly cooked. The atmosphere is lively and welcoming, and it’s a great spot to enjoy good food with friends. Definitely worth a visit if you’re in town!

RES RES

We really liked the space and ambience. It was too cold the day we were there to sit outside but it looked really nice. Service was friendly and timely. Seemed like a mix of locals and tourists dining for a weekday lunch. Food was good but could definitely be improved. Prices are high and portion sizes don’t match for some meals (fish and chips especially). Fish was excellent and burger was good. Steak sandwich was very fresh and well cooked but needs more spice and flavor. Chicken sandwich was too dry. Fries are good. Would definitely return to try other things.

+9

We are local and come here often. The food and service is always very good. Love the salmon and the burgers. Calamari app is very tasty. We had a piece of cheesecake, believe it was Cappuccino. To di…

We are local and come here often. The food and service is always very good. Love the salmon and the burgers. calamari app is very tasty. We had a piece of cheesecake, believe it was Cappucc…

We are local and come here often. The food and service is always very good. Love the salmon and the burgers. Calamari app is very tasty. We had a piece of cheesecake, believe it was Cappuccino. To …

We are local and come here often. The food and service is always very good. Love the salmon and the burgers. Calamari app is very tasty. We had a piece of cheesecake, believe it was Cappuccino. To …

Alvarado Street Brewery is a busy, lively place. The food was fantastic after a 45 minute wait to be seated for a family of four. The cheeseburger we ordered didn't have cheese, but the waiter took…

I got to be honest, I was hoping for a much better experience. The food was what the youths call "mid" and the outdoor seating felt a bit cramped, but I will admit it was a good place for my kid to…

Awesome brewery with awesome beers! Lots of room to sit for drinks and recommend the food here as well, besides the poutine! I haven't tried the pizza yet, but it looks amazing and will try on the …

Drinks were good, not fantastic. The food was delicious. We got the pepperoni pizza. It was so good. It has the crunchy edges. The calamari was post good too. Service was great. Seating was close…

Its a bar basically with a decent menu. Good brews on tap. Service was ok, but understaffed. Has a sports bar vibe. You have better choices....

Its a bar basically with a decent menu. Good brews on tap. service was ok, but understaffed. Has a sports bar vibe. You have better choices....

We dined here on a Friday night and got in after about a 30 minute wait. It was definitely worth it for the beer. They had a great selection of beers and their food was also good. I am not sure I …

We dined here on a Friday night and got in after about a 30 minute wait. It was definitely worth it for the beer. They had a great selection of beers and their food was also good. I am not sure …

We dined here on a Friday night and got in after about a 30 minute wait. It was definitely worth it for the beer. They had a great selection of beers and their food was also good. I am not sure I …

SO disappointed. Drove so far out of the way for this place! The food was terrible!! burger was burned, fries were cold! My spouse's dinner, listed as entre on menu, was a tiny "beef" soup portion,…

Just up Alvarado from the wharf area, with all those sights and barking seals. Great atmosphere, very convivial, popular with locals, swift service. We ordered a margharita pizza, but were initia…

burger Monday for $15 or $20 for the wagyu version. Includes fries and beer.\n\nStill ended up paying $24 with a $3 add for bacon and tip. pub burger was good but the portions are small. Good f…

We came here because of the great reviews online. There was a Golden State Warriors game on the night we visited and the restaurant was rightfully packed! We waited about 45mins for a table, no big…

Horrible service.waited an hour for our food.Food was good! Our waitress was not accommodating and they made sure to add 20% gratuity, which we felt like the waitress was rude because she didn’t ha…

We definitely had a noteworthy experience here 2 weeks ago. We waited over 30 minutes for a table, even though we were told it would be 10-15 mins. That's fine, stuff happens. Based on everything we were told, it was worth the wait. Once seated, it took almost another 15 minutes for our server to even come get our drink/food order. We almost left. I understand if it's busy, but to be sat and then ignored was very odd. It was clear this place was majorly understaffed. Not just by 1 or 2 people, but probably 5-10. After finally ordering, our food did come quite quickly, and it was very good! However, we noticed there were hundreds of fruit flies around the restaurant. I took a photo (attached to this review), of 12 on the wall and bench back behind my partner (on just one side). They were everywhere around us. This made me question the cleanliness of the kitchen. The food was great, but the service and fruit flies will definitely prevent me from returning here.

The mashed potatoes were BOXED!!! It was not freshly made. I ordered steak and shrimp and it was bleh. Not much flavor. Then to be served with boxed mashed potatoes?!?! Boo. Luckily i ordered potato wedges so at least that was a real potato. The rumchata hot chocolate was THE BEST THING on the table. There were GNATS all over the place!! Once they started landing on my food, i was done. The staff were super nice. That's what gave my review two stars. We tipped her really well just because our waitress was nice and sweet. I was so disappointed in this place. They need a deep clean and a chef that cooks

samantha miskell

This is the third time I’ve experienced the similar issue here, and it’s extremely disappointing. The hostess seating process is confusing and feels poorly managed. On this visit, I had a small puppy with me and requested to sit at the front outdoor seating area. There were clearly available and already-cleaned tables, which I had seen myself before entering. Despite this, I was repeatedly told to sit in the back. When I said I preferred the front, I was then told the front tables needed to be cleaned—even though they were already clean. I waited over 15 minutes with no resolution and eventually walked out. When I spoke with the manager, Andrew, he explained that the hostess didn’t want to overwhelm the server. That explanation doesn’t make sense and contradicts what I was initially told. If that was the real reason, it should have been communicated honestly from the start. Being given conflicting explanations feels misleading and unprofessional. This has now happened to me three times. As a local customer, this treatment is frustrating and unacceptable. It raises serious concerns about fairness and professionalism, and unfortunately feels borderline discriminatory. I hope management addresses this issue, because no customer should feel dismissed or treated differently without explanation let alone feels being discriminated.