Monterey

Monterey reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Review summary

1. A

   Andrew VIP

   New York City11 reviews

   4.0

   Dined 1 day ago

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

   Excellent except way too loud. Not good for a business meal.
   

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   Francesca VIP

   Washington DC2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   The space was great — clean, comfortable, and well-suited for a business lunch. The location is convenient and easy to get to. Unfortunately, the food didn’t live up to the setting. It was overly greasy and fatty, which made the meal feel heavy and unrefined. With some improvements to the menu, this could be a top spot for professionals.
   

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   Alexander VIP

   Baltimore2 reviews

   3.0

   Dined 2 days ago

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

   They play loud aggressive music which makes it hard to have a conversation. If they played softer music it would be a go too.
   

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   Sherry VIP

   New York City48 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 6 days ago

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

   One of my favorite NYC restaurants. Love everything.
   

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   Sean VIP

   New York City12 reviews

   5.0

   Dined 7 days ago

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

   Efficient service and excellent food. Perfect spot for a business lunch!
   

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   Catherine VIP

   New York City36 reviews

   2.0

   Dined on May 4, 2025

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

   Monterey needs better staff training and a manager on-site on a Saturday night to check on the diners. However, the food at this pretty place was so good. Our busboy came by at the right time and was super helpful. But our waitress needs training. When asked about the chilled lobster appetizer, she replied It’s a regular size, and didn’t know what it cost. It would’ve been good if she just checked and came back to the table with the answers. The waitress also couldn’t get the tequila drink right and was combative when my friend asked her for some more ice and to add simple syrup. Unfortunately, there was no manager on site despite it being a Saturday night. It would have been nice to have someone to check on the 4 of us as we were ordering extensively and there for a while.
   

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   Dirk VIP

   Orlando2 reviews

   1.0

   Dined on May 4, 2025

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

   Overall poor experience, although the design and attention to detailed aesthetic layout was outstanding. Reservation was recommended for prime rib, specified in reservation rare, they had none, and au jus was more of heavy gravy that masked meat quality, preparation and taste. Not recommended. 90% of meat was left on plate, never questioned or addressed by staff. Caeser salad was good but not enough to bring us back independently. We also had the truffle lasagna which had great favor but appeared to be precooked, reheated/grilled which took away from texture and experience. Shared berry cake for dessert, was decent but like the salad not worthy of the trip. Biggest deficit was the service and management, lack of attention by both. At less then 15% occupancy, staffing was more than sufficient to hit a home run with attention to service but stuck out. Had to ask and wait for server for initial drinks, no significant interest in customer experience and enjoyment. Had to request the check, all while staff stood in back watching the empty restaurant. Disappointing to say the least, hopefully they will make changes to bring the rest of the organization to the level of the amazing buildout and space.
   

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   michael VIP

   New York City29 reviews

   5.0

   Dined on May 2, 2025

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

   Another perfect evening at Monterrey. Service was attentive but not too much. All the food was great, and the presentation of the prime rib was spectacular. Desserts were amazing. The best part was the bar area with the doors open to spring weather. Will definately return
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Washington DC1 review

   5.0

   Dined on April 30, 2025

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

   Good spot for lunch ! We enjoyed immensely. Great place in Midtown
   

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10. B

    Beth

    Pittsburgh8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 25, 2025

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

    Wonderful meal. Waitstaff were super attentive. Great all around vibe. Loved the wine selection.
    

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