Old Fisherman’s Grotto Menu

Welcome to Old Fisherman’s Grotto, a premier seafood restaurant nestled at 39 Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey, California. This culinary gem stands out for its inviting atmosphere and exceptional service, making it a favored destination for both locals and visitors.

The menu is a delightful exploration of flavors, featuring mouthwatering dishes like the Whole Roasted Garlic appetizer and the renowned Clam Chowder, which has received rave reviews for its rich and comforting taste. Seafood enthusiasts will relish the Linguini Isabella, a testament to home-cooked excellence with prawns, clams, and scallops in a creamy sauce.

Beyond the delightful entrees, guests can indulge in standout options such as Fried Calamari and the Seafood Special perfect for sharing. With each dish reflecting freshness and attention to detail, Old Fisherman’s Grotto promises an unforgettable dining experience steeped in coastal charm.

Clam Chowder

• Originators of The "Monterey Style" Clam Chowder

  We are proud to be the originators of the "Monterey Style" Clam Chowder that has become world famous!

• Clam Bake

  Sourdough Bread Bowl filled with our famous Clam Chowder, topped with Dungeness Crabmeat, Bay Shrimp Meat, Provolone Cheese and baked in the oven

  US$29.00

Appetizers

• Whole Roasted Garlic & Garlic Bread

  Roasted Garlic with oven toasted Ciabatta Bread with Garlic Butter and Parmesan Cheese

  US$12.00

• Grilled Artichoke

  Castroville Artichoke marinated in Balsamic Vinaigrette, served with Lemon Dill Aioli

  US$15.00

• Oysters Rockefeller (3)

  Pacific Oysters topped with Spinach, Bread Crumbs, Bacon, Herbs, Cheese and Hollandaise Sauce

  US$15.00

• Bay Shrimp Cocktail

  US$15.00

• Dungeness Crabmeat Cocktail

  US$21.00

• Crab Meat Tower

  Layers of Avocado and Dungeness Crabmeat tossed in Lemon Dill Aioli and Fresh Mango & Papaya Relish

  US$22.00

• Mexican Style Shrimp Cocktail

  Shrimp marinated in Tomatoes, Avocados, Onions, Cilantro and fresh Lime Juice

  US$16.00

• Fried Calamari

  Tender Monterey Bay Calamari strips and tentacles, lightly seasoned, floured and deep fried, served with Tartar Sauce, Cocktail Sauce and Lemon

  US$18.00

• Steamed Clams

  Steamed in Garlic, White Wine, Butter and Parsley

  US$20.00

• Crab Cakes

  Lightly breaded and grilled, served with Sun Dried Tomato Aioli, Mango Sauce and Mango Papaya Relish

  US$21.00

• Grotto Seafood Sampler

  A Fabulous Starter! Two grilled Shrimp, Crab Cake and fried Calamari

  US$22.00

• Chilled Prawn Cocktail (5)

  US$21.00

• Oysters on the Half Shell

  Six Fanny Bay, B.C. Oysters

  US$17.00

Organic Local Salads

• House Baby Spinach Salad

  Tender organic Baby Spinach tossed with Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette, crumbled Sonoma Goat Cheese, Red Onions and Candied Walnuts

  US$12.00

• Warm Goat Cheese & Roasted Beet Salad

  Served with organic Baby Arugula tossed in Balsamic Vinaigrette, Candied Walnuts and Toasted Bread Points with Fig Jam

  US$15.00

• Caesar Salad

  A classic! Organic Hearts of Romaine and Garlic Bread

  US$15.00

• Pear & Gorgonzola Salad

  Poached Pears served over Salinas Valley organic mixed Greens, tossed with Balsamic Vinaigrette and topped with Candied Walnuts & crumbled Gorgonzola Cheese

  US$20.00

• Asian Chicken Salad

  Charbroiled Teriyaki Chicken Breast with Almonds, Mandarin Oranges, Salinas Valley organic mixed Greens and a spicy Asian Dressing

  US$26.00

• Shrimp Louie

  Tender Bay Shrimp served over Salinas Valley organic mixed Greens, with chef's garnish

  US$31.00

• Crab Louie

  Delicious Crabmeat served over Salinas Valley organic mixed Greens with chef's garnish

  US$34.00

Sandwiches

• Hamburger or Cheeseburger

  10 ounce Certified Angus Ground Beef patty, charbroiled and served on a Brioche Bun with French Fries

  US$17.00

• 1/2 Sandwich & Chowder

  A cup of our award winning Clam Chowder and a half of a chilled Bay Shrimp Salad Sandwich served on a Hero Roll

  US$20.00

• Turkey Sandwich

  Tender sliced Roasted Turkey Breast and Provolone Cheese served on Francesca Bread with French Fries

  US$16.00

• Calamari Steak Sandwich

  Lettuce, red onions, tomatoes and tartar sauce served on a Hero roll with French fries

  US$21.00

• Shrimp Salad Sandwich

  Chilled Bay Shrimp Salad served on a Hero roll with French fries

  US$22.00

• Chicken Teriyaki Sandwich

  Marinated chicken breast with sauteed onions served on a Hero roll with French fries

  US$22.00

• Grilled Salmon Sandwich

  Lettuce, tomato, red onion and basil aioli served on a Hero roll with French fries

  US$24.00

• Hot Crab Sandwich

  Dungeness Crabmeat topped with Béchamel Sauce served on Francesca Bread with French Fries

  US$32.00

• Cold Crab Sandwich

  Dungeness Crabmeat served on sliced Sourdough Bread with Mayonnaise and French Fries

  US$32.00

Pasta

• Linguini Isabella

  It's named after Mom so you know it's the best! A bounty of Prawns, chopped Clams and Scallops simmered with fresh Tomatoes, Green Onions & Garlic in a Butter & Cream Sauce over a bed of Linguini

  US$30.00

• Gluten Free Eggplant Parmesan

  Served over a variety of fresh organic Vegetables and Penne Pasta tossed in a Marinara Sauce

  US$26.00

• Vegetable Ravioli

  Fresh Pasta hand rolled with Mushrooms, Chickpeas, Spinach, Caramelized Onions and Garlic served in a cream Marinara Sauce

  US$22.00

• Scampi Shrimp Pasta

  Linguini Pasta tossed in a Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce

  US$36.00

• Crab Ravioli

  Hand rolled Crab Filled Raviolis served in a Sundried Tomato Alfredo Sauce

  US$33.00

• Spaghetti & Meatballs

  Authentic Italian Cooking! Spaghetti Pasta and Italian Meatballs tossed in a rich Marinara Sauce

  US$18.00

• Penne Pasta Alfredo

  Penne Pasta tossed with a traditional Alfredo Sauce

  US$25.00

• Rigatoni Bolognese

  Fresh Rigatoni Pasta tossed in a Bolognese Meat Sauce with Fresh Herbs and topped with a Dollop of Ricotta Cheese

  US$19.00

Poultry & Steak

• Surf & Turf

  5 ounce Filet Mignon and 6 ounce Lobster Tail topped with Demi-Glace Sauce and served with Twice Baked Potato and sautéed organic Vegetables

• Chicken Teriyaki

  A tender chicken breast marinated in our own teriyaki sauce, then charbroiled and served with steamed white rice and sauteed organic vegetables

  US$28.00

• Chicken Piccata

  Chicken breast sauteed with lemon, white wine and capers, served with penne pasta and sauteed organic vegetables

  US$28.00

• Chicken Parmesan with Penne Pasta

  Chicken Breast breaded and grilled with Parmesan Cheese and Panko, topped with melted Provolone Cheese with Penne Pasta in a Marinara Sauce

  US$28.00

Seafood

• Fried Calamari

  Tender Monterey Bay Calamari, lightly seasoned, fl oured and deep fried, served with French Fries, Cocktail and Tartar Sauce

  US$26.00

• Calamari Eggplant Parmesan

  Calamari Steak breaded and grilled with Panko and aged Parmesan Cheese, topped with Eggplant, Monterey Jack Cheese and Italian Marinara Sauce, oven baked and served with Penne Pasta in a Pesto Sauce and sautéed organic Vegetables

  US$27.00

• Grilled Sand Dabs

  Lightly breaded and sautéed in Butter served with a Citrus Beurre Blanc, caramelized Onion Risotto & sautéed organic Vegetables

  US$32.00

• Grilled Scallops

  Ginger-Lime Beurre Blanc, Toasted Israeli Couscous and sautéed organic Vegetables

  US$34.00

• Macadamia Crusted Halibut

  Alaskan Halibut crusted with Macadamia Nuts and Panko Breading, grilled and topped with Tropical Fruit Salsa and a Pineapple Citrus Sauce. Served with Maple Sweet Potatoes and sautéed organic Vegetables

  US$39.00

• Wild Salmon (When In Season)

  Broiled Wild Salmon, served with Toasted Israeli Couscous, sautéed organic Vegetables and Lemon Caper Beurre Blanc

• Fish & Chips

  Flaky and flavorful Rock Cod, breaded and deep fried, served with French Fries & Malt Vinegar

  US$21.00

• Fried Shrimp

  Lightly breaded in Panko and deep fried, served with French Fries, Tartar Sauce and Cocktail Sauce

  US$33.00

• Coconut Fried Shrimp

  Crunchy and delicious, served with a Mango dipping Sauce and Sweet Potato Fries

  US$33.00

• Stuffed Grilled Prawns

  With Crabmeat, Basil Pesto Beurre Blanc on Tomato-Artichoke Risotto and sautéed organic Vegetables

  US$33.00

• Petrale Sole

  Parmesan Crusted with a Citrus Beurre Blanc Sauce. Served with Sweet Corn Risotto and sautéed organic Vegetables

  US$33.00

House Specialties

• Grilled Combination Platter

  Sand Dabs, Salmon, Prawns and Scallop served with a Lemon Caper Beurre Blanc sauce served with sautéed organic Vegetables and Toasted Israeli Couscous

  US$35.00

• Neptune's Platter

  Fried Cod, Shrimp, Crab Cake and Calamari served with Fries

  US$34.00

• Lazy Man's Cioppino

  All the flavor and none of the work! Rock Cod, Calamari, Prawns and Clams simmered in a rich Marinara Sauce

  US$34.00

• Dungeness Crab

  Served when in season, Steamed or Chilled, served with sautéed organic Vegetables and clarifi ed Butter

• Seafood Paella with Chorizo

  An array of Shrimp, Clams, fresh Fish and Sea Scallops in a spicy Spanish Sauce. Tossed with caramelized Onions, Green Peas and Saffron Rice

  US$36.00

Beverages

• Soft Drinks, Coffee, Iced Tea or Hot Tea

  US$5.00

• Sparkling Water

• Still Water

  Compliment your meal with a selection from our Award Winning Wine List. Water is served upon request