$15 minimum charge per person
Clam Chowder
Original 'Monterey Style' Clam ChowderUSD 12.00
We are proud to be the originators of the "Monterey Style" Clam Chowder that has become world famous!
- CupUSD 12.00
- Large BowlUSD 23.00
- Bread BowlUSD 24.00
- Garlic Butter Toasted Bread BowlUSD 25.00
Appetizers
Whole Roasted Garlic & Garlic BreadUSD 12.00
Roasted Garlic with oven toasted Ciabatta Bread with Garlic Butter and Parmesan Cheese
Grilled ArtichokeUSD 15.00
Castroville Artichoke marinated in Balsamic Vinaigrette, served with Lemon Dill Aioli
Oysters Rockefeller (3)USD 15.00
Pacific Oysters topped with Spinach, Bread Crumbs, Bacon, Herbs, Cheese and Hollandaise Sauce
Bay Shrimp CocktailUSD 15.00
Dungeness Crabmeat CocktailUSD 21.00
Crab Meat TowerUSD 22.00
Layers of Avocado and Dungeness Crabmeat tossed in Lemon Dill Aioli and Fresh Mango & Papaya Relish
Mexican Style Shrimp CocktailUSD 16.00
Shrimp marinated in Tomatoes, Avocados, Onions, Cilantro and fresh Lime Juice
Fried CalamariUSD 18.00
Tender Monterey Bay Calamari strips and tentacles, lightly seasoned, floured and deep fried, served with Tartar Sauce, Cocktail Sauce and Lemon
Steamed ClamsUSD 20.00
Steamed in Garlic, White Wine, Butter and Parsley
Crab CakesUSD 21.00
Lightly breaded and grilled, served with Sun Dried Tomato Aioli, Mango Sauce and Mango Papaya Relish
Grotto Seafood SamplerUSD 22.00
A Fabulous Starter! Two grilled Shrimp, Crab Cake and fried Calamari
Chilled Prawn Cocktail (5)USD 21.00
Oysters on the Half ShellUSD 17.00
Six Fanny Bay, B.C. Oysters
Organic Local Salads
Add Chicken $8 ~ Add 3 Grilled Shrimp $13 ~ Add a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
House Baby Spinach SaladUSD 14.00
Tender organic Baby Spinach tossed with Basil Balsamic Vinaigrette, crumbled Sonoma Goat Cheese, Red Onions and Candied Walnuts
Warm Goat Cheese & Roasted Beet SaladUSD 17.00
Served with organic Baby Arugula tossed in Balsamic Vinaigrette, Candied Walnuts and Toasted Bread Points with Fig Jam
Caesar SaladUSD 16.00
A classic! Organic Hearts of Romaine and Garlic Bread
Pear & Gorgonzola SaladUSD 22.00
Poached Pears served over Salinas Valley organic mixed Greens, tossed with Balsamic Vinaigrette and topped with Candied Walnuts & crumbled Gorgonzola Cheese
Asian Chicken SaladUSD 28.00
Charbroiled Teriyaki Chicken Breast with Almonds, Mandarin Oranges, Salinas Valley organic mixed Greens and a spicy Asian Dressing
Shrimp LouieUSD 33.00
Tender Bay Shrimp served over Salinas Valley organic mixed Greens, with chef's garnish
Crab LouieUSD 35.00
Delicious Crabmeat served over Salinas Valley organic mixed Greens with chef's garnish
House Specialties
Add a Salad or a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
Twin Lobster TailsUSD 66.00
Two 6 ounce Lobster Tails, oven broiled and served with clarified Butter, Toasted Israeli Couscous and sautéed organic Vegetables
Dungeness CrabUSD 0.00
Served when in season, Chilled or Steamed, served with clarified Butter, Toasted Israeli Couscous and sautéed organic Vegetables
- Market PriceUSD 0.00
Ultimate Seafood RisottoUSD 52.00
4 oz Lobster, Salmon, Sea Scallops and Prawns over a Spinach Risotto with Sundried Tomato & Beurre Blanc
Seafood Stew (Cioppino)USD 55.00
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 ChorizoUSD 55.00
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 PiccataUSD 31.00
Chicken Breast sautéed with Lemon, White Wine and Capers, served with Penne Pasta and sautéed organic Vegetables
Chicken MarsalaUSD 31.00
Chicken Breast sautéed with Portabella Mushrooms and Wine served with Toasted Israeli Couscous and sautéed organic Vegetables
Chicken Parmesan with Penne PastaUSD 31.00
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 SteakUSD 0.00
A delicious cut of tender Beef marinated in a Maple Soy Sauce, with Parmesan Scalloped Potatoes and sautéed organic Vegetables
- Market PriceUSD 0.00
14 oz. Boneless Ribeye SteakUSD 0.00
Served with Twice Baked Potato and Grilled Asparagus
- Market PriceUSD 0.00
10 oz. Filet MignonUSD 0.00
The very finest cut! Charbroiled Tenderloin topped with Demi-Glace Sauce and served with Twice Baked Potato and sautéed organic Vegetables
- Market PriceUSD 0.00
Pasta~Pasta~Pasta
Add a Salad or a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
Linguini IsabellaUSD 36.00
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 BologneseUSD 26.00
Fresh Rigatoni Pasta tossed in a Bolognese Meat Sauce with Fresh Herbs and topped with a Dollop of Ricotta Cheese
Vegetable RavioliUSD 26.00
Fresh Pasta hand rolled with Mushrooms, Chickpeas, Spinach, Caramelized Onions and Garlic served in a cream Marinara Sauce
Scampi Shrimp PastaUSD 37.00
Linguini Pasta tossed in a Garlic Lemon Butter Sauce
Penne Pasta AlfredoUSD 27.00
Penne Pasta tossed with a traditional Alfredo Sauce
Spaghetti & MeatballsUSD 25.00
Authentic Italian Cooking! Spaghetti Pasta and Italian Meatballs tossed in a rich Marinara Sauce
Crab RavioliUSD 36.00
Hand rolled Crab Filled Raviolis served in a Sundried Tomato Alfredo Sauce
Gluten Free Eggplant ParmesanUSD 28.00
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 CalamariUSD 29.00
Tender Monterey Bay Calamari, lightly seasoned, floured and deep fried, served with French fries, Cocktail and Tartar Sauce
Grilled Sand DabsUSD 35.00
Lightly breaded and sautéed in Butter served with a Citrus Beurre Blanc, caramelized Onion Risotto & sautéed organic Vegetables
Grilled ScallopsUSD 39.00
Ginger-Lime Beurre Blanc, Toasted Israeli Couscous and sautéed organic Vegetables
Macadamia Crusted HalibutUSD 44.00
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 SalmonUSD 0.00
When in Season. Broiled Wild Salmon, served with Toasted Israeli Couscous, sautéed organic Vegetables and Lemon Caper Beurre Blanc
- Market PriceUSD 0.00
Calamari Eggplant ParmesanUSD 30.00
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 ShrimpUSD 37.00
Jumbo Shrimp lightly breaded and deep fried, served with French Fries, Tartar Sauce & Cocktail Sauce
Coconut Fried ShrimpUSD 37.00
Crunchy and delicious, served with a Mango dipping sauce and Sweet Potato Fries
Petrale SoleUSD 37.00
Parmesan Crusted with a Citrus Beurre Blanc Sauce. Served with Sweet Corn Risotto and sautéed organic Vegetables
Combination Plates
Add a Salad or a cup of the Grotto's famous Clam Chowder $8
Captain's PlateUSD 49.00
Lobster, Shrimp, Scallops and Salmon grilled with a Lemon Herb Sauce. Served with Toasted Israeli Couscous and sautéed organic Vegetables
The King's MealUSD 125.00
10 ounce tender aged Filet Mignon and Twin 6 ounce Lobster Tails topped with Demi-Glace Sauce and served with Twice Baked Potato and sautéed organic Vegetables
Surf 'n TurfUSD 70.00
Full Order Available. 5 ounce Filet Mignon and 6 ounce Lobster Tail topped with Demi-Glace Sauce and served with Twice Baked Potato and sautéed organic Vegetables
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 TeaUSD 5.00
Sparkling Water (Liter)USD 8.00
Still Water (Liter)USD 8.00
