The Lantern Room - Monterey Beach Hotel

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   KIMBERLY

   San Francisco

   21 reviews

   vip
   3.0

   21 reviews

   Dined on 10 November 2024

   1. Overall 3
   2. Food 4
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 4

   This is new iteration of this space. The setting is lovely, overlooking the Bay, huge fireplace. Very inviting. Not many diners for a 730 pm reservation Server was attentive, warm and welcoming. A few minor mistakes with an order. Food portions were large. Flavors need a bit of work, ie, tomato and fennel soup didn't seem to have any fennel in it. Get the grilled sourdough bread!!
   

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   Anthony

   Seattle

   8 reviews

   2.0

   8 reviews

   Dined on 10 November 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Disappointed....the $14 French fries were good but $14 really? Their mac-n-cheese is yum! But the main dish, the Monterey Black Cod was not that good. It came out looking like a soup but was never given a spoon for it. While the fish was cooked well, the broth tasted overly fishy and that absorbed into the bokchoy and everything else. This piece of fish was the smallest I've ever seen. Not sure I got any value from this dish. Their afogato was disappointing as well. It should be pretty simple, a scoop of vanilla with espresso. The Espresso tasted burnt, but that is not the first complaint of burnt coffee coming from the local Captain Stoker...overall the entire party agreed that we would not return to the Lantern Room, but will order cocktails and apps a few floors below as we feel that experience was way better
   

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   Cathy

   Central Coast

   4 reviews

   5.0

   4 reviews

   Dined on 26 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   We had a birthday celebration with 10 people. After a drink at the bar enjoying the magnificent Monterey Bay we went upstairs to the restaurant. We were seated immediately and I was called by my name. Service and food was excellent. Everyone raved about the meal. Flank steak was the biggest hit.
   

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   Luke

   San Francisco

   5 reviews

   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on 12 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 4
   4. Ambience 5

   Great place and getting better. Good for locals and tourists
   

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   Sylvia

   San Francisco

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on 3 October 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Awesome Beach Hotel & view of Monterey Bay!! Easy access to beach!! The outside lounge was comfortable & nice view of the beach!! The Lantern for dinner was excellent! A very eclectic & unusual menu!! Food was delicious!! Nice offering of local wines & beer! View from the top floor was just lovely at sunset!!
   

   The Lantern Room - Monterey Beach HotelResponded on 6 October 2024

   Dear Sylvia, We’re thrilled that you enjoyed your stay with us and took full advantage of the beach access and our outdoor lounge. It’s great to hear that your experience at The Lantern Room was memorable and that you appreciated menu full of items highlighting our local vendors! We’re especially glad you caught that beautiful sunset from the top floor—there’s nothing quite like it! We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best, The Lantern Room Team
   

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   Lorna

   San Francisco

   44 reviews

   2.0

   44 reviews

   Dined on 2 October 2024

   1. Overall 2
   2. Food 3
   3. Service 3
   4. Ambience 5

   Disappointing is the best way to describe our breakfast here. The view was amazing. The prices were high ($60 for French toast for two, drip coffee and tip). The food was just okay and the service was lackluster. The French toast was very light, but very dry. There was no butter and I never saw the server after the plates were dropped off to ask for butter. Coffee was filled once and never refilled until the meal was over, and then we had to ask. After paying I asked about the parking situation at the front desk. It's free for diners, but $45 for overnight guests. At that time the front desk told me we should have gotten a 20% off discount since we are locals. No one mentioned that at the restaurant, and I didn't notice it printed anywhere on the menu. I don't mind paying a premium price for a premium dining experience, but this was NOT it. The view promises more than the food and service were capable of matching. It was just so-so food and so-so service at a five star price. I won't be back. I heard there is a $30 bacon cheeseburger on the menu at happy hour in the lobby. No thanks!
   

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   Christopher

   San Francisco

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on 30 September 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Anna our server was amazingly kind and informative. The food was excellent. Fresh made pasta and cod was as good as you’ll find.
   

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   James

   Los Angeles

   11 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   11 reviews

   Dined on 23 September 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Great staff, food and view. Anna was a great server and Dennis the manager was super helpful. Fantastic view. A great meal and night all around. Food was perfect, creative and locally sourced. Love this place.
   

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   The Lantern Room - Monterey Beach HotelResponded on 26 September 2024

   Dear James, Thank you so much for your kind words! We're thrilled you enjoyed everything—from the food and view to the service provided by Anna and Denis. It means a lot to us that you appreciated our locally sourced, creative dishes. We’re so happy to be a part of your fantastic night and can’t wait to have you back at The Lantern Room! Best, The Lantern Room Team
   

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   Kim

   San Francisco

   5 reviews

   vip
   5.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on 22 September 2024

   1. Overall 5
   2. Food 5
   3. Service 5
   4. Ambience 5

   Loved loved loved the Lantern Room. Walking into the restaurant from the elevator was already a vibe and Dennis welcomed us with the warmest smile. We ordered the pea pasta and were able to get it vegetarian, it did not disappoint. We also had the grilled avocado with Bokchoi and coconut rice. I know it sounds a little weird, but the Asian inspired flavors complimented the dish perfectly. I would recommend to come for sunset so you can experience the view and go into the magic of the night at the restaurant.
   

   The Lantern Room - Monterey Beach HotelResponded on 22 September 2024

   Thank you so much for your wonderful review! We’re thrilled that you loved your experience at The Lantern Room, and it’s great to hear that Dennis helped make your visit so special. We couldn't agree more—sunset at the restaurant really does add a touch of magic to the evening. We can’t wait to welcome you back for another unforgettable experience! Best, The Lantern Room Team
   

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    Cathy

    Central Coast

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 20 September 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5

    Our server was Anna she was great! I had a chicken dish and it was delicious.
    

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