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Fandango, Pacific Grove, CA

Fandango

4.7
4.7
3852 Reviews
$31 to $50
European

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 21 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Great for fine wines
A favorite among Fandango regulars is the succulent Rack of Lamb; other menu items include Fresh Seafood, a variety of pastas, delicious and exotic Mediterranean dishes such as paella and Couscous, and a tempting selection of excellent steaks. Several daily specialties are also available.

Desserts we offer, Souffle, Profiteroles, Chocolate Mousse

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    European, French, Italian
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:45 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:45 pm–8:45 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 372-3456
  • Website
    http://www.fandangorestaurant.com/
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Pierre Bain
  • Private party facilities
    Fandango Restaurant, located in the heart of Pacific Grove, stands for a heritage of good taste ,craftsmanship of award winning cuisine and 25 years of tradition. We are back in business. We are open for dinner ( only ) seven days a week
  • Location
    223 17th St, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
  • Neighborhood
    Pacific Grove
  • Cross street
    Lighthouse Avenue
  • Parking details
    Next to the restaurant is a public lot with 100 spaces.
  • Public transit
    Bus stop is half block away
  • Additional
    Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Corkage fee for wines: Bottle $40, Magnum $50

Hors d'Oeuvres

  • Tapas$15.95

    Assortment of appetizers in the Spanish tradition

    • Melon con Prosciutto di Parma$12.95

      Imported Italian ham

      • House Cured Salmon$14.95

        Red onion & capers

        • Caviar

          Russian Platinum 000

          • A.Q.

        • Six Escargot$16.25

          Garlic, herbs and butter

          • Calamari$15.95

            Breaded, sauteed, sliced, lemon butter sauce

            • Sanddabs$15.95

              Sauteed, lemon butter sauce

              • Fandango Soup$10.95

                • Onion Soup Gratinee$13.95

                  Traditional baked French onion soup

                  Salads

                  • Assorted Greens$11.50

                    Vinaigrette

                    • Hearts of Palm$11.95

                      Ginger sesame seed dressing

                      • Spinach Mimosa$11.95

                        Chopped bacon & grated hard boiled egg

                        • Caesar Salad$12.95

                          Caesar for one, parmesan gruyere dressing

                          • Goat Cheese Salad$17.95

                            Beets with greens and local farmer baked goat cheese

                            • Chicken Salad Oriental$23.95

                              Grilled sliced chicken breast, garden greens, almonds, ginger sesame dressing

                              Main Course Selections

                              served with accompaniment

                              • 1/2 Lb Allen Brothers Hamburger & Fries$23.75

                                Served on a bun with traditional garnish

                                • Steak Frites$34.75

                                  • Filet Mignon & Scampi$58.75

                                    • 7 oz Filet Mignon$49.95

                                      Center cut filet, green peppercorn cognac sauce

                                      • 12 oz New York Steak$48.95

                                        Grilled, Café de Paris butter

                                        • Double Lamb Chops$39.95

                                          Two double chops, grilled with herbs

                                          • Chicken Capri$29.95

                                            Thinly sliced, sauteed, lemon butter suace

                                            • Paella Fandango$39.50

                                              Saffron rice, seafood, spicy sausage, chicken, peas, bell pepper

                                              • Calamari Steak$28.95

                                                Breaded, sauteed, sliced, lemon butter sauce

                                                • Filet of Sanddabs$29.95

                                                  Sauteed, lemon butter sauce

                                                  • Salmon Filet$38.50

                                                    Grilled, Café de Paris butter

                                                    • Duck a l'Orange$39.75

                                                      Roasted breast, classic bitter orange sauce

                                                      • Veal Piccata$39.25

                                                        Milk fed veal, thinly sliced, lemon butter & capers

                                                        • Osso Buco Fandango$42.95

                                                          Shank braised in veal stock, Madeira & tomato over Saffron rice or pasta

                                                          • Short Ribs$42.95

                                                            6 hour slow braised in cabernet wine with root vegetables

                                                            • Couscous Lamb Shank Algerois$42.95

                                                              Semolina, lamb and vegetable stew, North African spices & harrisa

                                                              • Cassoulet Maison$36.25

                                                                • Calf Liver & Onions$35.95

                                                                  • Sweetbread Picatta$42.75

                                                                    • Canneloni Nicoise$29.50

                                                                      Rolled with spinach, veal, ham, cheese & tomato

                                                                      • Salmon Pappardelle$32.95

                                                                        Fresh salmon, tossed with a ribbon pasta, white wine, sun dried tomato & cream

                                                                        • Pasta Puttanesca$28.75

                                                                          Diced tomato, capers, garlic, basil, olives, olive oil

                                                                          • Spaghetti Siracusa$32.75

                                                                            Ground Italian sausage & beef, tomato sauce with Parmesan

                                                                            • Tortellini Maison$29.75

                                                                              Fresh pasta filled with cheese, basil cream sauce

                                                                              Specialties

                                                                              Your waiter will describe to you today's choice of specialties

                                                                              • Fresh Scallops

                                                                                • Wild Abalone

                                                                                  • Dover Sole

                                                                                    • Cold Water Lobster Tail

                                                                                      • Rack of Lamb

                                                                                        • Scampi

                                                                                          • Surf & Turf

                                                                                            • Grand Marnier Souffle

                                                                                              Last updated: September 7, 2022

                                                                                              What 3,852 people are saying

                                                                                              Overall ratings and reviews

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

                                                                                              4.7
                                                                                              4.7 based on recent ratings
                                                                                              • 4.7Food
                                                                                              • 4.8Service
                                                                                              • 4.8Ambience
                                                                                              • 4.4Value

                                                                                              Noise • Moderate

                                                                                              Loved For

                                                                                              • California Central Coast

                                                                                                Good for special occasions

                                                                                              • Monterey / Carmel

                                                                                                Great for fine wines

                                                                                              • Monterey / Carmel

                                                                                                Good for special occasions

                                                                                              Review summary

                                                                                              AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                                                                                              Fandango in Pacific Grove is a beloved dining destination renowned for its "outstanding service" and "excellent food." Known for its charming ambiance and "impeccable" attention to detail, this restaurant offers a diverse menu with highlights like the sand dabs and soufflés. Perfect for special occasions, Fandango promises a memorable culinary experience with "friendly, professional staff."

                                                                                              3,852 Reviews

                                                                                              1. Jennifer

                                                                                                VIP

                                                                                                San Francisco

                                                                                                117 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                117 reviews

                                                                                                Dined today

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Great wine selection by the glass. Angel took great care of us. Loved the rack of lamb and calamari steak - wow! Finished with a delicious soufflé.

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                                                                                              2. Vicki

                                                                                                San Francisco

                                                                                                6 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                6 reviews

                                                                                                Dined 5 days ago

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 4
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                I chose Fandango for my birthday dinner because of its excellent and diverse menu, asking for a quiet corner. As it's popular and sometimes noisy, we went early to dodge the crowds. To my delight and gratitude, they seated us in a pleasant, small, quiet room by ourselves. Only by the time we reached dessert did a few other guests join us. It was perfect. The servers were thoughtful and attentive. I ordered sweetbreads, which are hardly served anywhere else, and while they weren't the best I've ever, they were very good. Our desserts were excellent. The whole experience met and exceeded my expectations and desires.

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                                                                                              3. Michael

                                                                                                VIP

                                                                                                Sacramento

                                                                                                22 reviews

                                                                                                4.0

                                                                                                22 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on December 15, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 4
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 4
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Fandango's is a great restaurant in Pacific Grove, very reminiscent of a French Farmhouse. The menu is highly diverse, with rarities like sweetbreads and abalone, along with more traditional fare such as Duck L'Orange and Steak Frites. The service was very attentive and the wine list enormous. A great way to spend an evening in Pacific Grove.

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                                                                                              4. Greg

                                                                                                VIP

                                                                                                San Francisco

                                                                                                9 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                9 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on December 15, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Quaint, charming, delicious are the first three descriptions I can think of. The restaurant is really cozy inside, makes you feel like you’re eating in someone’s home. Our server Pedro was very attentive. Food was delicious, highly recommend the Osso Buco. Everyone in our party enjoyed their meals. Dessert was epic, I could eat those perfitorols a few more times! Will definitely be back next time we’re in town!

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                                                                                              5. Richard

                                                                                                San Francisco

                                                                                                11 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                11 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on December 15, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                We have been here multiple times and it is easily one of our favorite restaurants! Top shelf service and food. Great wine list and the ambiance is wonderful!

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                                                                                              6. OpenTable Diner

                                                                                                San Francisco

                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                3 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on December 13, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Great experience at Fandango … as always. Service and food was spot on! Thanks!

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                                                                                              7. Janice

                                                                                                VIP

                                                                                                Sacramento

                                                                                                47 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                47 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on December 11, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Haven’t dined here in a few years, so decided to celebrate my 70th birthday here. Outstanding service! Amazing food! Cute atmosphere….almost like dining in someone’s home….we sat by the fireplace. I had the pasta puttanesca and my husband had the short ribs. Both were delicious and filling. We also ordered the Grand Marnier soufflé for dessert….highly recommend! Then our waiter surprised me with a candlelit free dessert! Many of the staff stopped by to wish me happy birthday….they even put party streamers on my table! Will be back to dine again! Thank you for a wonderful birthday dinner.

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                                                                                              8. Clarence

                                                                                                San Francisco

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                2 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on December 10, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Wonderful food! We had spinach salad, abalone, and grand marnier soufflé. Food was great. Service was wonderful. A perfect evening.

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                                                                                              9. Peggy

                                                                                                San Diego

                                                                                                7 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                7 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on December 8, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                Absolutely loved this restaurant! Excellent accomodations for my large medical alert dog. Great service, food, and ambiance on one of their busier nights. Lots of Christmas parties.

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                                                                                              10. Dana M

                                                                                                VIP

                                                                                                San Francisco

                                                                                                13 reviews

                                                                                                5.0

                                                                                                13 reviews

                                                                                                Dined on November 30, 2024

                                                                                                1. Overall 5
                                                                                                2. Food 5
                                                                                                3. Service 5
                                                                                                4. Ambience 5
                                                                                                This was our first visit to Fandango and we had a lovely dinner! Cozy, comfortable atmosphere, excellent service and delicious dinner—highly recommended!

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                                                                                              FAQs

                                                                                              Fandango offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 372-3456.

                                                                                              Fandango is rated 4.7 stars by 3852 OpenTable diners.

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

                                                                                              Make a reservation

                                                                                              2 people
                                                                                              7:00 PM
                                                                                              Booked 21 times today

                                                                                              Order delivery or takeout

                                                                                              Google Map for Fandango

                                                                                              223 17th St, Pacific Grove, CA 93950

                                                                                              Additional information

                                                                                              • Cross street
                                                                                                Lighthouse Avenue
                                                                                              • Neighborhood
                                                                                                Pacific Grove
                                                                                              • Hours of operation
                                                                                                Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 4:45 pm–8:30 pm Fri, Sat 4:45 pm–8:45 pm
                                                                                              • Price
                                                                                                $31 to $50
                                                                                              • Cuisines
                                                                                                European, French, Italian
                                                                                              • Dining style
                                                                                                Casual Dining
                                                                                              • Dress code
                                                                                                Casual Dress
                                                                                              • Parking details
                                                                                                Next to the restaurant is a public lot with 100 spaces.
                                                                                              • Public transit
                                                                                                Bus stop is half block away
                                                                                              • Payment options
                                                                                                AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                                                                                              • Executive chef
                                                                                                Pierre Bain
                                                                                              • Additional
                                                                                                Banquet, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                                                                                              • Website
                                                                                                http://www.fandangorestaurant.com/
                                                                                              • Phone number
                                                                                                (831) 372-3456
                                                                                              • Private party facilities
                                                                                                Fandango Restaurant, located in the heart of Pacific Grove, stands for a heritage of good taste ,craftsmanship of award winning cuisine and 25 years of tradition. We are back in business. We are open for dinner ( only ) seven days a week

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