A local favorite for almost thirty years, Domenico’s on the Wharf features wild sustainable local and Alaskan seafood. The restaurant, located on Monterey’s Old Fisherman’s Wharf, is known for its formal, yet friendly, ambiance and impeccable service, as well as its one-of-a-kind menu. We invite you to select from our award winning wine list while you sit and take in the striking views of the Monterey Harbor. One visit to Domenico’s on the Wharf and you will find yourself returning time and again.

We are open for lunch and dinner, and offer Happy Hours seven days a week. Reservations are recommended.

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35 Current Reviews

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Overall

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

(35 Reviews)

Rating Breakdown 35 reviews

5 stars

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4 stars

(14)

3 stars

(7)

2 stars

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1 star

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Food

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Domenico's on the Wharf Reviews List

Review 1 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect setting

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was excellent and the view was spectacular. What a great dining experience."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, romantic, scenic view, hot spot, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 2 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food with a great view

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The mixed grill was perfectly seasoned and cooked just right. The windows are so clean it feels like you are sitting outdoors."

Dined on 5/09/2013

Special Features: scenic view

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Review 3 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

39th Anniversary

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Had to wait for a table, but it turned out they knew it was our anniversary so they wanted to give us a table with a bay view. It was well worth the wait. Everyone from the Maitre di, the hostess, the waiter and the busman were delightful and professional. It was casual and yet pretty upscale. A bit pricey, but it was worth it. The filet was probably the best I have had in years and my son had an Australian lobster that took up the whole plate and it turned out as good as it looked. The outside of the wharf looks a little seedy (by design) but the inside the restaurants are very clean and roomy. Would definitely go back."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: romantic, scenic view, late-night find, special occasion

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Review 4 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

This is a place we have been

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/28/2013

2011

Dined on 04/28/2013

2011

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"This is a place we have been going to every time we come to Monterey, maybe 10 times in the last 5 years. Bothe service and food has gotten better!

You go hear to hear and see the Sea Lions, be on the wharf and enjoy California seafood. Where else can you get grilled sardines and abalone ( if you want to spend the price).

Will be back againi."

Dined on 04/28/2013

2011

Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 5 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Waiter was rushed, never asked

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/26/2013

2005

Dined on 04/26/2013

2005

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Waiter was rushed, never asked for drink order and did not bring out soup. The servers were much more personable."

Dined on 04/26/2013

2005

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Review 6 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Bad Waiter

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/19/2013

2013

Dined on 04/19/2013

2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Service was awful. We had a number of tables that came in after us and left before we got our entrees. The waiter never came to the table to check on us, to let us know when our meal was going to show up. We finally had to flag down the manager to find out what was going on with our dinner. When the waiter finally had our dinner and was enroute to our table he was stopped by the table across from us and he stopped to talk to them while holding on to our food (instead of telling them he would be right back after he dropped off our food, because we were waiting so long). When he dropped off the food, there was no apology. Then we got an incorrect bill."

Dined on 04/19/2013

2013

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Review 7 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

enjoyed both the food and

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/04/2013

2008

Dined on 04/04/2013

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"enjoyed both the food and service, we'll be back"

Dined on 04/04/2013

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 8 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Make sure and have Anthony

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/13/2013

2010

Dined on 04/13/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Make sure and have Anthony make your favorite drink before you dine. This man is an icon there. Good man! The food will
Not disappoint. Ciao !"

Dined on 04/13/2013

2010

Special Features: late-night find, romantic, hot spot

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Review 9 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best oysters on a half shell

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/12/2013

2012

Dined on 04/12/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Best oysters on a half shell in Monterey."

Dined on 04/12/2013

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch

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Review 10 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Another Outstanding Dinner Domenico

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/08/2013

2011

Dined on 04/08/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I love Domenico's! I dine there when ever I get a chance. The food and the service are both great. Try the dungeness crab it's my favorit. The wine list is good, and they have a nice bar for drinks. The views are awsome of the fishermans warf. You can definitely see the seals. Domenico's takes alot of pride in what they do and it shows."

Dined on 04/08/2013

2011

Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch

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Review 11 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Domenico's is a nice place

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/05/2013

2009

Dined on 04/05/2013

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Domenico's is a nice place to have dinner on the wharf. The food and service was good with the exception of the grilled scallops I had. They were a little too charred for my taste. The wine list was good."

Dined on 04/05/2013

2009

Special Features: kid-friendly, scenic view

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Review 12 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Beautiful setting

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/01/2013

2008

Dined on 04/01/2013

2008

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The fish dishes were prepared quite nicely, not overcooked as requested. The views were spectacular overlooking the harbor and the sea lions at play. The triple shot dessert was really good."

Dined on 04/01/2013

2008

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch

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Review 13 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Delicious and healthy food!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/28/2013

2009

Dined on 03/28/2013

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Delicious and healthy food! Awesome ambience. Service was a little slow, but it didn't really matter- it was a very relaxing dinner. We always have a nice time and good meal at Domenico's."

Dined on 03/28/2013

2009

Special Features: romantic, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 14 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everything, apps to dessert

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2013

2012

Dined on 03/31/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Everything, apps to dessert , was great. Nice veiws. Service was excellent."

Dined on 03/31/2013

2012

Special Features: kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, scenic view, great for lunch

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Review 15 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

We usually try to avoid tourist-typ

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/19/2013

2007

Dined on 03/19/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We usually try to avoid tourist-type "fish and chowder" restaurants on boardwalks, wharves, etc., but based on reviews we decided to give Domenico's a try on a trip to Monterey last week.. It was a real find -- complete with awesome views of the harbor and sea lions, great service (thanks, Charles), but, most importantly, good food and wine at fair prices. My husband enjoyed his salmon ravioli to be very tasty and my Chicken Marsala was one of the best I have ever had. The tiramisu dessert was somewhat gummy, but that was a minor glitch. The wine list, while not extensive, provided several good, moderately-priced choices. The ambiance was nicely modern and free from the usual Italian decorations . A big thumbs up!"

Dined on 03/19/2013

2007

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Review 16 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Everyone enjoyed their meals

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/14/2013

2007

Dined on 03/14/2013

2007

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Everyone enjoyed their meals from our appetizers ranging from calamari to dungeness crab cocktail and award- winning clam chowder to our delicious entrees including crab with “pearl” pasta, crab stuffed salmon and broiled swordfish. Service was friendly and attentive and the view of the fishing vessels topped off our dining experience. Will most definitely return to Domenico’s during our next visit to Monterey."

Dined on 03/14/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, kid-friendly, scenic view, great for lunch

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Review 17 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Fisherman's Wharf Find

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/25/2013

2007

Dined on 02/25/2013

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We don't normally eat at tourist traps. As you walk down the pier at Fisherman's Wharf in Monterey, there are "barkers" on both sides offering samples of their clam or crab chowder. So you feel like you are at a carnival. We stopped here because the guy offering up his chowder said he was a fisherman as well and could vouch for the freshness of what was served that day. The meals did not disappoint. My sole was very fresh tasting ( they said it was swimming that morning) and was lightly flavored so the fish shown through. My husband had sand dabs which were described as small whitefish. His meal was also well prepared; lightly breaded in a panko crust and pan sauteed. Again very good. You can take your chances with this one."

Dined on 02/25/2013

2007

Special Features: good for groups, special occasion, scenic view

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Review 18 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Service and location cannot

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/16/2013

2006

Dined on 02/16/2013

2006

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Service and location cannot be beat!"

Dined on 02/16/2013

2006

Special Features: scenic view

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Review 19 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food was wonderful ,a bit

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/08/2013

2013

Dined on 02/08/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Food was wonderful ,a bit noisy for a good restaurant like that."

Dined on 02/08/2013

2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 20 for Domenico's on the Wharf

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Gem on the Wharf

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 01/21/2013

2010

Dined on 01/21/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Monday evening, we celebrated my husband's 73rd birthday at Domenico's on the Wharf with family. Everyone agreed their meal was delicious and our waiter was delightful. I grew-up / lived in the area for many years and Domenico's has a long - standing reputation for its food and service. Nearly every time we visit Monterey; we eat at Domenico's and are never disappointed!"

Dined on 01/21/2013

2010

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view, great for lunch, hot spot

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