Historic Fisherman’s Wharf · Monterey, CA

Lunch & Dinner

Fresh Pacific catches, world-famous Monterey calamari prepared over a dozen distinct ways, and wharf favorites served daily from 11:30 AM.

Open Daily from 11:30 AMHeated Dog-Friendly PatioReserve on OpenTable
Wharf Guest Note:Waterfront dining on historic Fisherman’s Wharf. Heated outdoor dog-friendly patio available.

Appetizers & Starters

Start your wharf meal with steaming house-made chowder, chilled Pacific oysters, or warm garlic sourdough bread.

New England Clam Chowder

Wharf Favorite

Rich, velvety sea clam chowder loaded with tender clams, diced potatoes, sweet cream, and smoked bacon herbs.

Cup:10.95
Bowl:14.95
Sourdough Bowl:17.95

Monterey’s Original Antipasto Platter

House Specialty
18.95

Whole roasted Gilroy garlic cloves, marinated California artichoke hearts, fire-grilled eggplant, assorted Mediterranean olives, dry Italian salami, provolone, and warm sourdough crostini.

California Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

GF
17.95

Chilled wild Pacific prawns served with our signature zesty horseradish cocktail sauce and fresh lemon wedges.

Monterey Steamed Manila Clams

22.95

Sweet Manila clams simmered in dry white wine, garlic, sweet butter, shallots, and fresh Italian parsley, served with toasted garlic sourdough.

Pacific Oysters on the Half Shell

GF
21.95

Half dozen freshly shucked Pacific oysters on crushed ice with shallot champagne mignonette and spicy cocktail sauce.

Wood-Roasted Oysters Rockefeller

23.95

Fresh Pacific oysters baked under creamed baby spinach, bacon bits, shallots, herbs, and glazed parmesan crust.

Crispy Dungeness Crab Cakes

Chef Recommendation
21.95

Two pan-seared Dungeness and lump blue crab cakes with roasted red pepper remoulade, microgreens, and lemon.

Whole Roasted Gilroy Garlic

V
13.95

Whole caramelized Gilroy garlic bulb roasted in virgin olive oil and rosemary, served warm with French brie and toasted baguette.

Basket of Warm Garlic Sourdough Bread

V
8.95

Crisp sourdough loaf generously brushed with fresh garlic herb butter and parsley.

Famous Monterey Calamari

Abalonetti has been renowned as the "Calamari Capital of Monterey" since 1951. Prepared over a dozen distinct ways using our time-honored house recipes and tender local calamari.

The Marty Special

Wharf Legend
25.95

Our celebrated signature creation: tender calamari filets layered over crispy fried eggplant, baked in our savory Sicilian marinara, fresh parmesan, and bubbly whole-milk mozzarella.

Abalonetti (The Original)

1951 Original
19.95

Tender calamari filets flash-fried crisp and golden, served with seasoned rice pilaf, fresh market vegetables, and savory lemon white wine garlic sauce.

Calamari Siciliano

House Specialty
19.95

Tender calamari gently sautéed in crisp white wine, minced garlic, sweet cream butter, and fresh Italian parsley. Served with rice and market vegetables.

Crispy Calamari Fritti

19.95

Tender Monterey squid strips lightly dusted in seasoned flour and flash-fried to golden perfection. Served with house-made tartar sauce and spicy marinara.

Buffalo Calamari

19.95

Crisp calamari strips tossed in spicy tangy house buffalo glaze, served with creamy blue cheese dip and crisp celery sticks.

Baja Style Calamari

19.95

Golden calamari strips drizzled with chipotle aioli, avocado salsa fresca, fresh cilantro, and lime wedges.

Char-Grilled Calamari Filets

GF
21.95

Flame-kissed calamari filets tossed with herb-roasted red potatoes, diced Roma tomatoes, Kalamata olives, capers, and white wine lemon sauce.

Abalonetti Calamari Steak

Guest Favorite
24.95

Thick, exceptionally tender Monterey calamari steak grilled with lemon herb butter or lightly breaded and pan-sautéed golden. Served with rice and seasonal vegetables.

Calamari Napolitana

23.95

Tender calamari slow-simmered in rich Sicilian marinara with capers, garlic, and fresh basil, served over a bed of al dente linguine with parmesan.

Wharf Calamari Tacos

22.95

Two warm corn tortillas filled with crispy or grilled calamari, shredded cabbage, avocado pico de gallo, and chipotle crema. Served with french fries.

Pacific Catches & Wharf Classics

Fresh seafood sourced from Monterey Bay and Pacific waters, prepared daily by our culinary team.

Fisherman’s Wharf Fish & Chips

Classic Favorite
24.95

Wild Pacific rock cod dipped in crispy pale ale craft beer batter, served with sea-salted french fries, house coleslaw, and homemade tartar sauce.

Grilled Pacific Sand Dabs

Monterey Specialty
26.95

Delicate local Monterey sand dab filets lightly dusted and pan-sautéed golden with lemon-caper butter sauce. Served with seasoned rice and market vegetables.

Pacific King Salmon

GF
33.95

Wild Pacific king salmon fillet grilled over open flame with lemon herb glaze, served with seasonal wharf vegetables and herb-roasted red potatoes.

Monterey Fisherman’s Cioppino

Wharf Masterpiece
44.95

The West Coast’s legendary one-pot wonder: Dungeness crab, jumbo prawns, sea scallops, Manila clams, Pacific fish, and calamari simmered in a savory garlic-wine tomato herb broth with sourdough toast.

Captain’s Seafood Feast

34.95

A bountiful wharf combo of beer-battered rock cod, crispy jumbo prawns, and tender calamari filets, served with fries, coleslaw, tartar, and cocktail sauces.

Scampi Monterey

29.95

Jumbo wild Pacific prawns sautéed with sweet garlic, dry white wine, lemon butter, diced Roma tomatoes, and Italian parsley over linguine.

Jumbo Prawns & Chips

26.95

Golden panko-crusted wild jumbo prawns served with french fries, house coleslaw, lemon, and tangy cocktail sauce.

Butter-Roasted Cold Water Lobster Tail

GF
48.95

Sweet Atlantic lobster tail roasted with paprika garlic butter, served with warm drawn butter, roasted potatoes, and market vegetables.

Whole Roasted Dungeness Crab

Seasonal Market Catch
52.95

Whole Pacific Dungeness crab roasted with garlic herb butter, served with melted drawn butter, lemons, and sourdough bread.

Meat Lover’s Grill & Steaks

Hearty steaks and coastal comfort entrees grilled fresh over open flames.

Charbroiled New York Strip Steak

GF
36.95

12 oz. center-cut choice strip steak grilled to your liking with garlic herb compound butter, roasted red potatoes, and seasonal vegetables.

Steak & Jumbo Shrimp Scampi

42.95

Grilled New York strip steak paired with wild jumbo prawns scampi sautéed in white wine garlic butter.

Steak & Cold Water Lobster Tail

56.95

The ultimate wharf luxury: grilled choice New York steak paired with a butter-roasted lobster tail and warm drawn butter.

Parmesan-Crusted Chicken Breast

25.95

Tender chicken breast coated in seasoned parmesan crumb crust, pan-sautéed golden with lemon-caper reduction, served with pasta marinara.

Mile-High Savory Meatloaf

23.95

Thick slice of house-made prime beef and pork meatloaf glazed with caramelized onion and mushroom gravy, served with mashed potatoes.

Grilled Center-Cut Pork Loin Chop

GF
27.95

Thick bone-in pork chop grilled with apple rosemary reduction, roasted red potatoes, and market vegetables.

Pastas & Brick Oven Pizzas

Handcrafted Italian pasta favorites and crisp artisan thin-crust brick oven pizzas.

Linguine Pescatore

32.95

Jumbo prawns, sea scallops, Manila clams, and calamari tossed with linguine in your choice of spicy marinara or garlic white wine butter sauce.

Italian Sausage Pasta Sautee

24.95

Sweet Italian fennel sausage, fire-roasted sweet bell peppers, and sweet onions tossed with penne pasta in rich Sicilian marinara and grated parmesan.

Angel Hair Pasta & Sicilian Marinara

V
19.95

Delicate angel hair pasta tossed with vine-ripened Roma tomatoes, sweet garlic, fresh basil, extra virgin olive oil, and aged parmesan.

Abalonetti Brick Oven Pizza

House SpecialtyV
21.95

House specialty: aromatic basil pesto base, sliced Roma tomatoes, grilled eggplant, fresh whole-milk mozzarella, and shaved parmesan.

Napolitan Pizza

V
20.95

Traditional Sicilian red sauce, fresh mozzarella, chopped basil, sweet roasted garlic, and Kalamata olives.

Parma Prosciutto & Artichoke Pizza

23.95

Tomato sauce, shaved Prosciutto di Parma, marinated artichoke hearts, melted mozzarella, and fresh baby arugula.

Classic Cupping Pepperoni Pizza

20.95

Generous artisan pepperoni, whole-milk mozzarella, and slow-simmered savory pizza sauce baked crisp.

Wharf Burgers & Sandwiches

Served with sea-salted french fries or house kettle chips. Substitute clam chowder or side salad for $4.

Abalonetti Charbroiled Cheeseburger

18.95

Half-pound Angus beef patty flame-grilled with sharp cheddar cheese, crisp lettuce, vine-ripe tomato, red onion, and wharf burger sauce on a toasted brioche roll.

Wharf Calamari Steak Sandwich

Wharf Favorite
21.95

Tender grilled or golden-fried calamari steak on a toasted brioche roll with house tartar sauce, crisp shredded lettuce, and sliced tomato.

Beer-Battered Rock Cod Sandwich

19.95

Crispy Pacific rock cod, malt vinegar coleslaw, and house tartar sauce on a toasted brioche bun.

Grilled Chicken Breast Club

19.95

Flame-grilled chicken breast, applewood smoked bacon, sliced avocado, Swiss cheese, and garlic herb aioli on toasted sourdough.

Served Daily for Lunch & Dinner from 11:30 AM on Monterey Fisherman’s Wharf.

A 18% gratuity may be added to parties of 6 or more.

We proudly source seafood locally from Monterey Bay and Pacific waters when in season.

Please alert your server of any food allergies prior to ordering.

Join Us for Harbor Dining on the Wharf

Enjoy world-famous calamari, fresh Pacific catches, craft cocktails, and sunset views over Monterey Bay.