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Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa, Monterey, CA

Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

4.5
4.5
854 Reviews
$31 to $50
Spanish

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2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for special occasions
LIVE MUSIC every Thurs. & Fri. 5:30pm–8:30pm

Estéban Restaurant: Spanish-inspired California cuisine.
This local favorite offers indoor & outdoor patio (pet-friendly) dining
Up-to-date hours:
Open for Breakfast
Mon. – Fri. 7:00am–10:00am
Open for dinner
Sun. – Thurs., 4:30pm–8:30pm
Fri. & Sat., 4:30pm–9:00pm
Tapas Happy Hour daily 4:30pm–6:00pm
Live Spanish Guitarist: Thurs. – Fri. 5:30pm–8:30pm
Open for Brunch: Sat. & Sun. 9:00am–1:30pm
Gift Certificates

Estéban Restaurant, the 2024 Diners' Choice award winner, carries on the Munras family tradition of culinary hospitality and excellence. It offers authentic Monterey dining in the historic Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa. Enjoy a unique culinary experience featuring traditional Spanish-inspired California cuisine with a pinch of adventure. Choose from shared plates and classic selections.

Follow us on Facebook at facebook.com/EstebanRestaurant and Instagram at instagram.com/estebanrestaurant/

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 07:00–10:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–13:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–20:30 Fri, Sat 16:30–21:00 Happy Hour Daily 16:30–18:00
  • Phone number
    (831) 375-0176
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Ben Hillan
  • Catering
    In addition to Estéban Restaurant and our private dining room, we offer three beautiful event and party venues. Our distinctive spaces create the perfect setting for a wedding rehearsal dinner, reception, banquet, business function, or family celebration. <br />Please contact our <br />Special Events Department at 831-373-1602
  • Private party facilities
    Plan an intimate event or special occasion in the unique private dining room at Estéban Restaurant in downtown Monterey, CA. Enjoy our full menu selection, tempting wine list and warm ambiance. Our private dining venue can comfortably accommodate small groups for a memorable celebration.
  • Area
    Monterey
  • Cross Street
    Fremont Street
  • Parking details
    self-park hotel parking
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Experiences

  • Weekend Brunch, Saturday & Sunday, 9am - 1:30pm

    Multiple dates available
    We think sharing a table with family and friends is the perfect way to start and end the week. Monterey's newest weekend brunch is now served at Estéban Restaurant every Saturday and Sunday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. The menu features Executive Chef Ben Hillan's farm-to-table fresh, savory, and sweet entrees, seasonal sides, and festive drinks.
    Weekend Brunch, Saturday & Sunday, 9am - 1:30pm photo

Offers

  • Nightly Tapas Happy Hour

    Multiple dates available
    Sun - Sat - 16:30 - 18:00
    A locals' favorite Tapas Happy Hour. Enjoy Assorted Tapas, $9 Spanish Margaritas, and our House-made Sangria. $9 Spanish Wines by the glass, $7 Cocktails and Draft Beer from 4:30-6pm nightly.

    Nightly Tapas Happy Hour photo

What 854 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Great for outdoor dining

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa offers a cozy outdoor patio, "great service," and a diverse tapas menu. Guests highlight the "delicious food" and "friendly staff," making it a favorite for locals and visitors. While some dishes vary, the vibrant atmosphere and innovative cuisine deliver memorable dining experiences.

854 Reviews
  1. Weingarten

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely evening; terrific food. Attentive service.
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded 5 days ago
    Dear Weingarten, Thank you for the wonderful 5-star review. We're delighted to hear you had a lovely and terrific dining experience, enjoyed our flavorful dishes, and appreciated the attentive service from our staff. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Sincerely, Joseph Sarto Director of Food & Beverage

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  2. kimberly

    St. Louis

    14 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    14 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Another great meal at Esteban! Great service and cozy warm environment. Can’t wait to go back
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded 7 days ago
    Dear kimberly, Thank you for the wonderful 5-star review. We're glad our team provided great service while you enjoyed the coziness of our restaurant and flavorful meals. We look forward to welcoming you back during your next visit to Estéban Restaurant. Sincerely, Joseph Sarto Director of Food & Beverage

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  3. OpenTable Diner

    San Joaquin

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 12 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great overall 👌🏻great food, wine and service! We will back 😊
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded on 12 November 2024
    Good afternoon, Thank you for the wonderful 5-star review. We're delighted to hear our team provided excellent service and that you had a great dining experience at our restaurant while enjoying the flavorful dishes. We look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Sincerely, Joseph Sarto Director of Food & Beverage

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  4. Randy

    Orange County

    21 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    21 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was really great, but my server was seldom around, and other servers and bus people kept passing me by like I wasn’t there.
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded on 14 November 2024
    Dear Randy, Thank you for your valuable review. We appreciate you taking the time to share your thoughts about our food and service. We're glad to hear you enjoyed our delicious and flavorful dishes. However, we also recognize that our service did not meet your expectations, which is important for us to address. We are actively working with our team to enhance our service quality. We hope you'll consider revisiting us so we can demonstrate our commitment to providing both exceptional meals and attentive service. Sincerely, Joseph Sarto Director of Food & Beverage

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  5. Melinda

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 3 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food, friendly and attentive staff, outstanding service from reservation to exit. A great date night for our marriage retreat!!!
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded on 8 November 2024
    Dear Melinda, Thank you for the wonderful 5-star review. We’re excited to hear that our dedicated team made your marriage retreat special with outstanding service and a delicious cuisine. We pride ourselves on creating unforgettable experiences for our guests and we look forward to welcoming you back again during your next special occassion. Sincerely, Joseph Sarto Director of Food & Beverage

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  6. Christopher

    San Antonio

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 30 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I had an awesome time with my friend, thank you for the great service!
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded on 31 October 2024
    Dear Christopher, Thank you for the fantastic review. We're thrilled our staff provided excellent service to you and your friend. We look forward to welcoming you back during your next visit to Estéban Restaurant. Sincerely, Joseph Sarto Director of Food & Beverage

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  7. David

    San Francisco

    1 review

    vip
    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outdoor patio is warm and pretty with relaxing vibe. Food was really good. Highly recommend.
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded on 31 October 2024
    Dear David, Thank you for the wonderful 5-star ratings and comments. We're glad you had a relaxing experience dining on the outdoor patio while savoring our flavorful dishes. We look forward to welcoming you back during your next visit to Estéban Restaurant. Sincerely, Joseph Sarto Director of Food & Beverage

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  8. Thomas

    San Francisco

    39 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent Tapas with great service. Well done. Will visit here again.
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded on 31 October 2024
    Dear Thomas, Thank you for the fantastic 5-star review. We're happy to hear our staff provided excellent service while you enjoyed the delicious tapas. We look forward to welcoming you back during your next visit to Estéban Restaurant. Sincerely, Joseph Sarto Director of Food & Beverage

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 14 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful experience. Would return any time I am in Monterey.
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded on 25 October 2024
    Hello, Thank you for the great 5-star review. We're glad you had a wonderful dining experience at Estéban Restaurant. We look forward to welcoming you back during your next visit to Monterey. Sincerely, Joseph Sarto Director of Food & Beverage

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 12 October 2024

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We had brunch here and it was disappointing. There were only about 6 active tables in the restaurant, but it seemed like no one had a clue we had been seated. I had to chase down the waitress just to get water and ask if we could order. The food took 40 min to come out and it was not that great. Our hotel’s free breakfast was better. I’d skip this one unfortunately.
    Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & SpaResponded on 25 October 2024
    Hello, Thank you for sharing your review, as this concerns us. We hold ourselves to a high standard of providing professional and timely service from beginning to end, and we genuinely apologize for the issues you experienced during your most recent visit. Your feedback is essential to us, as it allows us to understand where guests see opportunities for enhancements. We have shared this with our team and hope this does not deter you from dining with us in the future so we may demonstrate our commitment to providing you with a more enjoyable time. Sincerely, Joseph Sarto Director of Food & Beverage

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FAQs

Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 375-0176.

Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa is rated 4.5 stars by 854 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 20 times today
Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Estéban Restaurant at Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa

700 Munras Avenue, Casa Munras Hotel, Monterey, CA 93940

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Fremont Street
  • Area
    Monterey
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Mon–Fri 07:00–10:00 Brunch Sat, Sun 09:00–13:30 Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 16:30–20:30 Fri, Sat 16:30–21:00 Happy Hour Daily 16:30–18:00
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Spanish, Tapas / Small Plates
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    self-park hotel parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Chef Ben Hillan
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (831) 375-0176
  • Catering
    In addition to Estéban Restaurant and our private dining room, we offer three beautiful event and party venues. Our distinctive spaces create the perfect setting for a wedding rehearsal dinner, reception, banquet, business function, or family celebration. <br />Please contact our <br />Special Events Department at 831-373-1602
  • Private party facilities
    Plan an intimate event or special occasion in the unique private dining room at Estéban Restaurant in downtown Monterey, CA. Enjoy our full menu selection, tempting wine list and warm ambiance. Our private dining venue can comfortably accommodate small groups for a memorable celebration.
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