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Sandbar & Grill

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4.5(2,256)
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Location & Hours

Address

Municipal Wharf 2
Monterey, California 93940
United States
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Hours

Closed • Opens Today at 11:00 AM
Monday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Tuesday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Wednesday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Thursday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Friday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Saturday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
Sunday11:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Contact & Links

Contact Information

(831) 373-2818

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About Sandbar & Grill

Quaint, waterside kitchen with seafood recipes & marina views, plus weekly specials & Sunday brunch.

Price range
moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 4, 2025.

4.5/5
Based on 2,256 reviews

Recent Reviews

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Jennifer Hayhurst

2 weeks ago

Hidden gem hanging with the locals. Staff was amazing, bartender Mike had a packed house for happy hour and still made us feel welcomed with only standing room at the bar. He even made my husband some...

IVY

3 months ago

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ I loved the mussels! The flavour was rich and you could really pick up that subtle hint of wine in there. The fish and chips were decent. The fish itself was tender, though it could have us...

Jenna Lecce Streit, L.Ac.

a month ago

Run don’t walk to the Sandbar & Grill! It’s and Old Fisherman’s Wharf institution for a reason. Family owned and operated by the most lovely and gracious folks you could ever meet. The food is the hig...

David Scott

2 months ago

Great place tucked away down at water level in the marina. The service was really good. From the hostess, our waitress who had a ton of positive energy, the bartender who we saw run out to catch up to...

Suzi West

4 months ago

Super fabulous locals spot for great seafood. Sand dabs we're on our radar per my mother's request as she grew up around here... Oh my just goodness.... They were served GRILLED!! I've only ever seen ...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

Customers consistently rave about the Sandbar & Grill, highlighting its exceptional service, delicious food, and welcoming atmosphere, resulting in an outstanding average rating of 4.8/5.

Customer Favorites

Calamari (mentioned in 3 reviews), Sand Dabs (mentioned in 2 reviews), and Boston-style clam chowder (mentioned in 1 review) were highly praised by customers.

Atmosphere & Service

Customers appreciated the friendly and attentive staff, including the bartender, waitstaff, and hostess. The restaurant's waterfront location and cozy ambiance were also noted as positives.

Value & Quality

Reviewers emphasized the high quality of the food, particularly the fresh seafood dishes like calamari, sea bass, mussels, fish and chips, oysters, and sand dabs. The value for the price paid was considered excellent.

Areas for Improvement

No specific areas for improvement were mentioned in the reviews.

Recent Trends

Recent reviews highlight the consistent quality of the food and service, with customers praising the unique dishes like grilled sand dabs and the attention to detail from the staff. The restaurant's longstanding reputation as a local favorite and its ability to cater to special occasions were also noted as positive trends.

Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Sandbar & Grill located?

Sandbar & Grill is located at Municipal Wharf 2, Monterey, CA 93940, USA.

What is the price range at Sandbar & Grill?

Sandbar & Grill is listed as moderately priced.

Where can I find the hours for Sandbar & Grill?

The listed hours for Sandbar & Grill are shown in the Location & Hours section on this page. Hours can change, so confirm before visiting.

How can I contact Sandbar & Grill?

Call Sandbar & Grill at (831) 373-2818. Ask the restaurant directly about reservations or large parties.