$15 minimum charge per person
Clam Chowder
Original 'Monterey Style' Clam ChowderUS$ 12,00
We are proud to be the originators of the "Monterey Style" Clam Chowder that has become world famous! Our Chowder is rich with cream, fl our and butter and may not be suitable for those who are lactose or gluten intolerant
- CupUS$ 12,00
- Large BowlUS$ 26,00
- Bread BowlUS$ 28,00
- Garlic Butter Toasted Bread BowlUS$ 29,00
Appetizers
Whole Roasted Garlic & Garlic BreadUS$ 14,00
Roasted Garlic with oven toasted Ciabatta Bread with Garlic Butter and Parmesan Cheese
Grilled ArtichokeUS$ 17,00
Castroville Artichoke marinated in Balsamic Vinaigrette, served with Lemon Dill Aioli
Oysters Rockefeller (3)US$ 17,00
Pacifi c Oysters topped with Spinach, Bread Crumbs, Bacon, Herbs, Cheese and Hollandaise Sauce
Dungeness Crabmeat CocktailUS$ 23,00
Crab Meat TowerUS$ 25,00
Layers of Avocado and Dungeness Crabmeat tossed in Lemon Dill Aioli and Fresh Mango & Papaya Relish
Fried CalamariUS$ 20,00
Tender Monterey Bay Calamari strips and tentacles, lightly seasoned, fl oured and deep fried, served with Tartar Sauce, Cocktail Sauce and Lemon
Crab CakesUS$ 23,00
Lightly breaded and grilled, served with Sun Dried Tomato Aioli, Mango Sauce and Mango Papaya Relish
Grotto Seafood SamplerUS$ 24,00
A Fabulous Starter! Two grilled Shrimp, Crab Cake and fried Calamari
Chilled Prawn Cocktail (5)US$ 23,00
Oysters on the Half ShellUS$ 20,00
Six Fanny Bay, B.C. Oysters
organic Local Salads
Add Chicken $10 ~ Add 3 Grilled Shrimp $15 ~ Add a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
House Baby Spinach SaladUS$ 15,00
Tender organic Baby Spinach tossed with Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette, crumbled Sonoma Goat Cheese, Red Onions and Candied Walnuts
House Romaine SaladUS$ 15,00
With organic Heirloom Cherry Tomatoes, English Cucumber and croutons, served with your choice of dressing
Warm Goat Cheese & Roasted Beet SaladUS$ 19,00
Served with organic Baby Arugula tossed in Balsamic Vinaigrette, Candied Walnuts and Toasted Bread Points with Fig Jam
Pear & Gorgonzola SaladUS$ 25,00
Poached Pears served over Salinas Valley organic mixed Greens,tossed with Balsamic Vinaigrette and topped with Candied Walnuts & crumbled Gorgonzola Cheese
asian Chicken SaladUS$ 30,00
Charbroiled Teriyaki Chicken Breast with Almonds, Mandarin Oranges, Salinas Valley organic mixed Greens and a spicy Asian Dressing
Crab LouieUS$ 38,00
Served with Fresh Dungeness Crab Meat, Salinas Valley organic mixed Greens, sliced Hard Boiled Egg, Papaya, Mango, Cucumbers, Strawberries and Cherry Tomatoes
House Specialties
Add a Salad or a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
Twin Lobster TailsUS$ 75,00
Two 6 ounce Lobster Tails, oven broiled and served with clarifi ed Butter, Toasted Israeli Couscous and sautéed organic Vegetables
Dungeness CrabUS$ 0,00
Served when in season, Chilled or Steamed, served with clarifi ed Butter, Toasted Israeli Couscous and sautéed organic Vegetables
- Market PriceUS$ 0,00
Ultimate Seafood RisottoUS$ 56,00
4 oz Lobster, Salmon, Sea Scallops and Prawns over a Spinach Risotto with Sundried Tomato & Beurre Blanc
Cioppino (Seafood Stew)US$ 59,00
Best on the Wharf! A variety of Crab, Shrimp, Calamari, Sea Scallops, Clams and Fish simmered in a rich Marinara Sauce, served with Garlic Bread
Seafood Paella with ChorizoUS$ 59,00
An array of Shrimp, Clams, fresh Fish, Lobster and Scallops in a Spicy Spanish Sauce. Tossed with caramelized Onions, Green Peas and Saffron Rice
Steak & Poultry
Add a Salad or a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
Chicken Parmesan with Penne PastaUS$ 32,00
Chicken Breast breaded and grilled with Parmesan Cheese and Panko topped with melted Provolone Cheese with Penne Pasta in a Marinara Sauce
Maple Soy Skirt SteakUS$ 0,00
A delicious cut of tender Beef marinated in a Maple Soy Sauce, with Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes and sautéed organic Vegetables
- Market PriceUS$ 0,00
14 oz. Boneless Ribeye SteakUS$ 0,00
Served with Grilled Asparagus and Twice Baked Potato stuffed with bacon, sour cream, cheddar cheese and chives
- Market PriceUS$ 0,00
10 oz. Filet MignonUS$ 0,00
The very fi nest cut! Charbroiled Tenderloin topped with Demi-Glace Sauce and served with sautéed organic Vegetables and Twice Baked Potato stuffed with bacon, sour cream, cheddar cheese and chives
- Market PriceUS$ 0,00
Pasta~Pasta~Pasta
Add a Salad or a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
Linguini IsabellaUS$ 39,00
It's named after Mom so you know it's the best! A bounty of Prawns, chopped Clams and Scallops simmered with fresh Tomatoes, Green Onions & Garlic in a Butter & Cream Sauce over a bed of Linguini
Rigatoni BologneseUS$ 29,00
Fresh Rigatoni Pasta tossed in a Bolognese Meat Sauce with Fresh Herbs and topped with a Dollop of Ricotta Cheese
Mushroom Ricotta Cheese RavioliUS$ 29,00
Served with Marinara Sauce and a Dollop of Ricotta Cheese
Penne Pasta AlfredoUS$ 30,00
Penne Pasta tossed with a traditional Alfredo Sauce
Spaghetti & MeatballsUS$ 27,00
Authentic Italian Cooking! Spaghetti Pasta and Italian Meatballs tossed in a rich Marinara Sauce
Crab RavioliUS$ 39,00
Hand rolled Crab Filled Raviolis served in a Sundried Tomato Alfredo Sauce
Gluten Free Eggplant ParmesanUS$ 30,00
Served over a variety of fresh organic Vegetables and Penne Pasta tossed in a Marinara Sauce
Seafood
Add a Salad or a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
Fried CalamariUS$ 31,00
Tender Monterey Bay Calamari, lightly seasoned, fl oured and deep fried, served with French fries, Cocktail and Tartar Sauce
Grilled Sand DabsUS$ 38,00
Lightly breaded and sautéed in Butter served with a Citrus Beurre Blanc, caramelized Onion Risotto & sautéed organic Vegetables
Grilled ScallopsUS$ 42,00
Ginger-Lime Beurre Blanc, Toasted Israeli Couscous and sautéed organic Vegetables
Macadamia Crusted HalibutUS$ 48,00
Alaskan Halibut crusted with Macadamia Nuts and Panko Breading, grilled and topped with Tropical Fruit Salsa and a Pineapple Citrus Sauce. Served with Maple Sweet Potatoes and sautéed organic Vegetables
Wild SalmonUS$ 0,00
When in Season. Broiled Wild Salmon, served with Toasted Israeli Couscous, sautéed organic Vegetables and Lemon Caper Beurre Blanc
- Market PriceUS$ 0,00
Calamari Eggplant ParmesanUS$ 32,00
Thick Calamari Steak breaded and grilled with Panko and aged Parmesan Cheese, topped with Eggplant, Monterey Jack Cheese and Italian Marinara Sauce, oven baked and served with Penne Pasta in a Pesto Sauce and sautéed organic Vegetables
Fried ShrimpUS$ 39,00
Jumbo Shrimp lightly breaded and deep fried, served with French Fries, Tartar Sauce & Cocktail Sauce
Coconut Fried ShrimpUS$ 39,00
Crunchy and delicious, served with a Mango dipping sauce and Sweet Potato Fries
Combination Plates
Add a Salad or a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
Captain's PlateUS$ 51,00
Lobster, Shrimp, Scallops and Salmon grilled with a Lemon Herb Sauce. Served with Toasted Israeli Couscous and sautéed organic Vegetables
The King's MealUS$ 140,00
10 ounce tender aged Filet Mignon and Twin 6 ounce Lobster Tails topped with Demi-Glace Sauce and served with sautéed organic Vegetables and Twice Baked Potato stuffed with bacon, sour cream, cheddar cheese and chives
Surf 'n TurfUS$ 85,00
Full Order Available. 5 ounce Filet Mignon and 6 ounce Lobster Tail topped with Demi-Glace Sauce and served with sautéed organic Vegetables and Twice Baked Potato stuffed with bacon, sour cream, cheddar cheese and chives
Beverages
Free refills on soft drinks, coffee and tea. Compliment your meal with a selection from our Award Winning Wine List. Water is served upon request
Soft Drinks, Coffee, Iced Tea or Hot TeaUS$ 5,00
Sparkling Water (Liter)US$ 9,00
Still Water (Liter)US$ 9,00