Rocky Point Restaurant

4.3

388 Reviews

$31 to $50

Californian

Great for scenic views
Romantic
Great for outdoor dining

This Big Sur icon has been a dining and drinks tradition for over 60-years (est. 1947) Located just off the famous “Scenic California Highway-1" (12 minutes drive from Carmel-by-the-Sea) Rocky Point Restaurant is located a short 2 hrs. South of San Francisco. It is the ideal stop for tours originating from Los Angeles or San Francisco heading up or down the Coast. A Feast for All The Senses -Great food and Spectacular Views- Spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean as you sit perched cliff-side; either inside through panoramic windows next to a cozy fireplace or outside on our open-air deck. Catch a glimpse of playful sea-otters, dolphins, seals, and even whales. Some have even spotted large fins cutting the waves, as great-white sharks cruise the kelp beds. We invite you to pay us a visit and enjoy Californian hospitality! The freshest seafood (right out of Monterey Bay), Steaks, Salads & Fresh Vegetables (grown locally), Full Bar and Award Winning Monterey County wines.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, American, Seafood
Hours of operation
Hours of Operation: Daily 11:00am-9:00pm
Phone number
(831) 624-2933
Website
http://www.rockypointrestaurant.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Please contact the restaurant
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or making an impression for a corporate event, Rocky Point Restaurant can accommodate your private dining needs.
Private party contact
Private Dining Coordinator: (831) 624-2933

Location
36700 Highway 1, Carmel, CA 93940
Neighborhood
Monterey
Cross street
Rocky Point Rd.
Parking details
Rocky Point has its own parking lot supporting our patrons. Free Parking
Entertainment
Occasional Acoustic Sets
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Oysters$16.00
chef's choice, half dozen on crushed ice, lemon, cocktail sauce, shallot red wine mignonette
Szechuan Green Beans$14.00
spicy sauce, topped with cashews
Jumbo Prawn or Crab Cocktail$18.00
avocado, cocktail sauce, pico degallo prawn or crab cocktail
Meditteranean Platter, Hummus$22.00
fresh eggplant, roasted red peppers, seasonal vegetables, assorted olives, wood fired pita bread. gluten free without the pita bread
Dungeness Crab Cake$16.00
panko-crusted, tropical fresh fruit, avocado, saffron aioli
Beer Battered Onion Rings$13.00
parmesan cheese, served with chipotle catsup, ranch dressing
Clams Bordelaise$19.00
sauteed in white wine, garlic butter, leeks, tomatoes, green onions
Local & Imported Exotic Cheese Board$22.00
four cheeses, fresh fruit, toasted pecans, lavender honey, wood-fired toast
Tender Calamari$16.00
lightly dusted calamari, fried in trans-fat free oil, tartar sauce
Two Delicious Soups, Rocky Point Boston Clam Chowder$11.00
Chef's Soup of the Day$11.00

Salads

Classic Caesar Salad$12.00
romaine hearts, white anchovy dressing, parmesan croutons, caper berry, french black olives
Rocky Point Seafood Louie$28.00
tender bay shrimp, dungeness crab, avocado, egg, tomato, olives, cucumber, crisp romaine, heirloom tomato, thousand island dressing on the side, jumbo prawn on top
Roasted Beet Salad$16.00
mixed greens, pecans, goat cheese, carrots, fuji apples, pt. reyes blue cheese, aged balsamic
Heirloom Tomato Burrata Salad$18.00
sliced organic heirloom tomatoes, fresh burrata, wild arrugula, baby mach, olive oil, balsamic glaze, fresh basil, meditarritan olives

Sandwiches

Wood-Fired Rocky Point Burger$16.00
grass-fed beef, grilled onions, white cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, chef's burger sauce on the side, french fries. gluten free bun available
Crab Sliders$19.00
two brioche buns, dungeness crab salad, lettuce, tomatoes, avocado, saffron aioli, tropical fruit salad
Our Famous 1/2 Pound French Dip Sandwich$22.00
thinly sliced slow-roasted prime rib, from alan brothers meat of chicago, white cheddar cheese, onion marmalade, au jus on the side, horseradish, french fries
Rocky Point Blt$16.00
toasted sourdough bread, applewood smoked bacon, lettuce, tomato, choice of house salad or french fries

Slow-Roasted Prime Rib

Twice Baked Potato, Fresh Seasonal Vegetables, Dijon Horseradish Sour Cream
from 1:00p.m. everyday. featuring alan brothers beef from chicago, dry-aged, slow-roasted.
- 10 Oz$38.00
- 14 Oz$48.00
A Rocky Point Favorite!- Kick'n Coleslaw, Potato of the Day
every thursday - chef herman's famous country fried chicken. 11:30a.m. until it's gone! call & reserve ahead!

Entrees

add a small dinner salad or small caesar salad to any entrée (gluten free) $7

Pasta Pomodoro$21.00
tomatoes, fresh garlic, black olives, fresh basil, olive oil, parmesan cheese shavings. pasta entrees can be made with gluten free pasta
Vegetarian Stir Fry$22.00
napa cabbage, baby bok choy, sweet peppers, red onion, shiitake mushrooms, carrots, fresh ginger-soy sauce, jasmine rice
Fish & Chips$23.00
crispy beer battered sole, tartar sauce, lemon, french fries (non-trans fat oil)
Short Rib Raviolis$25.00
braised choice beef filled raviolis, red wine au jus, truffles, wild mushroom sweet herb au jus, baby carrots, spinach leaves
Tempura Jumbo Prawns$28.00
sweet thai dipping sauce, sesame ginger sauce, french fries
Nantucket Scallops$36.00
pan-seared & oven roasted, flamed with sherry wine, soft polenta, chanterelle mushrooms, roma tomatoes, caramelized fennel, spinach leaves, balsamic glaze
Rosemary Roasted Chicken$28.00
14oz. free-range chicken breast, pan-roasted with garlic confit, baby carrot, mushrooms, yukon gold potatoes, natural rosemary au jus
Shrimp Scampi$28.00
jumbo prawns, sauteed with sherry wine, shallots, caper berries, sun dried tomato, garlic, lemon, fresh basil, served over thin spaghetti pasta, topped with parmesan cheese
Fresh Salmon$32.00
pan-roasted in olive oil, jumbo prawn garnish, heirloom tomato coulis, fresh seasonal organic vegetables, jasmine rice
Cioppino$38.00
seafood stew... fresh fish, clams, dungeness crab leg, prawns, scallops, monterey calamari, spicy tomato broth
Seared Rare Ahi Tuna$29.00
black sesame crusted, served over vegetable stir fry, wasabi dijon glaze
Rib Eye Steak-Bone in$39.00
16 oz., oakwood flame broiled, mushroom ragout red wine reduction, twice baked potato, vegetables

Specialty Cocktails

Big Sur Lemon Drop$12.00
absolut citron, fresh lemon juice, simple syrup, dash of orange liqueur, sugar rimmed martini glass
Rocken Margarita$11.00
cuervo silver tequila, orange liquere, lime juice, agave nectar
Palo Colorado Mai Tai$12.00
light, dark, & coconut rums, orange & pineapple juices, grenadine float
Bixby's Old Fashion$12.00
monterey rye, amaretto, sweet vermouth, muddled orange - bitters, served over ice
Rocky Raspberry Cosmopolitan$12.00
blue ice vodka, raspberry liqueur, lime juice, simple syrup
Summer Fling$11.00
absolut vodka, pear liqueur, lemon juice, sparkling wine
The Rocky Manhattan$12.00
monterey rye, sweet vermouth, amara averna, angostura aromatic & orange bitters
Peter's Mandarin Sweet Tea$11.00
absolut mandarin, orange juice, lemon juice, iced tea
Anti-Oxidant Mojito$14.00
plantation 3 star silver rum, raspberries, blueberries, blackberries, mint, pomegranate juice, club soda
Classic Bloody Mary$11.00
blue ice vodka, housemade bloody mary mix, garnish
Grey Goose Cosmopolitan$12.00
grey goose vodka, orange liqueur, fresh lime juice, dash of cranberry juice, martini glass
Minted Moscow Mule$10.00
blue ice vodka, fresh mint, lime juice, ginger beer

Wines by the Glass

Chardonnay, Mirassou, Monterey 2013$8.00
Chardonnay, Carmel Road, Monterey 2013$9.50
Chardonnay, Heller Estate, Carmel Valley 2012$12.00
Chardonnay, Talbott "Kali Hart" Monterey 2012$10.00
Sauvignon Blanc, Bernardus, Carmel Valley 2012$10.00
Pinot Gris, Tangent, Edna Valley 2013$12.00
Chianti Classico, Nozzole, Italy 2011$10.00
Riesling, J. Lohr Bay Mist, Monterey 2013$8.00
Petit Verdot, Heller Estate, Carmel Valley 2009$12.00
Pinot Noir, Talbott, "Logan", Santa Lucia Highlands '12$13.00
Pinot Noir, Canyon Road, Monterey 2012$8.00
Pinot Noir, Carmel Road, Monterey 2012$11.00
Pinot Noir, Kenwood "Yulupa", California 2012$9.00
Merlot, Mcintyre, Arroyo Seco 2012$12.00
Merlot, Chateau Julien, Carmel Valley '12$10.00
Dry Rose, Pedroncelli, Sonoma 2013$8.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Heller Estate, Carmel Valley 2012$12.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Mirrasou, Monterey 2012$8.00
Cabernet Sauvignon, Justin, Paso Robles 2012$15.00

Sparkling Wines

individual splits & 1/2 bottles

Mumm Brut Prestige, Napa 187ml "Split"
- Bottle$12.00
Schramsberg Blanc De Blanc, Napa
- 1/2 Bottle$37.00
Prosecco La Marca, Italy 187ml "Split"
- Bottle$9.00
Taittinger, France 187ml
- 1/2 Bottle$50.00

Bottled Beers

Firestone Union Jack, Ipa$7.00
Corona, Pale Lager$7.00
Hoegaarden, Belgium Wit$7.00
Firestone Walker 805, Ale$7.00
Budweiser, Pale Lager$6.00
Stella Artois, Lager$7.00
Anchor Steam, Lager$7.00
New Castle, Brown Ale$7.00
St. Pauli Girl, Non-Alc.$7.00
Bud Lite, Pale Lager$6.00

What 388 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

4.3

4.3 based on all time ratings

4Food
4.2Service
4.6Ambience
3.5Value

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388 Reviews

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OpenTable Diner
San Francisco
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on January 14, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Good place to have a half day of relaxing! Great sea view.
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on January 14, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The crab sliders and hamburger were great. The chicken sandwich , the chicken was thin and very dry. The person in my party should have sent it back, but she did not want to make an issue so only ate half. The staff is very nice, sure it could have been resolved. Beautiful location.
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Becky
Hawaii
21 reviews
5.0
21 reviews
Dined on January 13, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Great ocean view on a beautiful sunny day, sat outside soaking up the sun and watching the whale spouts, worth the 20 min drive from Carmel. Food was average for a local oceanfront restaurant (had Crab Salad Sliders, prime rib sandwich). Waiter couldn't get the kids plain burger right, kept coming out with other stuff on it which the kid won't it after it's "tainted" (a pickle is touching it, I can't eat it!). There was a sign in the lobby saying they weren't serving cocktails until after 5:00pm, which seemed odd for a place that does drinks with a view much better than their food.
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Iamacook
Los Angeles
27 reviews
5.0
27 reviews
Dined on December 28, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 3
4. Ambience 5
This restaurant is ALL ABOUT THE VIEW! Go for an amazing view of the sunset. The food is fine/good. There is something for everyone here. The restaurant has a charming feel to it. But the main draw is that gorgeous view. There is not a restaurant for miles that has such a unique spot - and rocks by the water you can climb around. Great for photos!
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on December 25, 2017
1. Overall 3
2. Food 5
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 4
The host took us to a dirty table, she got a towel n sweep the crumbs from the table to the table placemat n put back on the table...so we left that table n went to sit on the bench table outside where it was much cleaner. It's Christmas but wasn't even busy. Service is very slow, they forget to bring us hot sauce when we asked for it. Food was delicious. View was beautiful.
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TravelLover
Orange County
4 reviews
5.0
4 reviews
Dined on December 16, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Rocky Point never disappoints. My husband and I had a fantastic lunch on the outside terrace. Spectacular, dramatic ocean view, attentive service and excellent menu. Definitely worth the 20 min drive along HWY 1 from Carmel.
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 16, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious food and very friendly staff. Austin is the most fun and special waiter we have ever met..
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on December 10, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
A belated birthday lunch/brunch for a friend was the occasion. It was a gorgeous day and we sat outside enjoying the spectacular and breathtaking views of the ocean. The brunch was delicious and our server, Austin, was friendly, fun and attentive. I love this special place and I would highly recommend it for any and all occasions.
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JoelM
San Francisco
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on December 8, 2017
1. Overall 3
2. Food 1
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Food was insanely overpriced. 12$ to have your fries switched out for onion rings(on top of the original price for your entree)Redeeming qualities were the view and our service. Austin was truly a gem. Funnny thoughtful and attentive. Food wasn’t great but the view is worth the drive for at least a glass of wine.
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Barbster
Central Coast
9 reviews
5.0
9 reviews
Dined on December 2, 2017
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 5
Amazing. I arrived about 30 min before sunset, got my table with a view, ordered a drink and then enjoyed the drink while walking around enjoying the waves and the sunset. WHAT A VIEW!!! I then went in to enjoy dinner and the remained of the sunset, and as twilight ended the lights lit up the rocks so I could still enjoy the crashing waves!!!
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36700 Highway 1, Carmel, CA 93940

Additional information

Cross street
Rocky Point Rd.
Neighborhood
Monterey
Hours of operation
Hours of Operation: Daily 11:00am-9:00pm
Price
$31 to $50
Cuisines
Californian, American, Seafood
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Rocky Point has its own parking lot supporting our patrons. Free Parking
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Entertainment
Occasional Acoustic Sets
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Entertainment, Farm to Table, Full Bar, Happy Hour, High Tea, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wine

Website
http://www.rockypointrestaurant.com/
Phone number
(831) 624-2933
Catering
Please contact the restaurant
Private party facilities
Whether celebrating a special occasion with family and friends or making an impression for a corporate event, Rocky Point Restaurant can accommodate your private dining needs.
Private party contact
Private Dining Coordinator: (831) 624-2933

Rocky Point Restaurant

Not available on OpenTable

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Additional information

Starters

Oysters$16.00

Szechuan Green Beans$14.00

Jumbo Prawn or Crab Cocktail$18.00

Meditteranean Platter, Hummus$22.00

Dungeness Crab Cake$16.00

Beer Battered Onion Rings$13.00

Clams Bordelaise$19.00

Local & Imported Exotic Cheese Board$22.00

Tender Calamari$16.00

Two Delicious Soups, Rocky Point Boston Clam Chowder$11.00

Chef's Soup of the Day$11.00

Salads

Classic Caesar Salad$12.00

Rocky Point Seafood Louie$28.00

Roasted Beet Salad$16.00

Heirloom Tomato Burrata Salad$18.00

Sandwiches

Wood-Fired Rocky Point Burger$16.00

Crab Sliders$19.00

Our Famous 1/2 Pound French Dip Sandwich$22.00

Rocky Point Blt$16.00

Slow-Roasted Prime Rib

Twice Baked Potato, Fresh Seasonal Vegetables, Dijon Horseradish Sour Cream

A Rocky Point Favorite!- Kick'n Coleslaw, Potato of the Day

Entrees

Pasta Pomodoro$21.00

Vegetarian Stir Fry$22.00

Fish & Chips$23.00

Short Rib Raviolis$25.00

Tempura Jumbo Prawns$28.00

Nantucket Scallops$36.00

Rosemary Roasted Chicken$28.00

Shrimp Scampi$28.00

Fresh Salmon$32.00

Cioppino$38.00

Seared Rare Ahi Tuna$29.00

Rib Eye Steak-Bone in$39.00

Specialty Cocktails

Big Sur Lemon Drop$12.00

Rocken Margarita$11.00

Palo Colorado Mai Tai$12.00

Bixby's Old Fashion$12.00

Rocky Raspberry Cosmopolitan$12.00

Summer Fling$11.00

The Rocky Manhattan$12.00

Peter's Mandarin Sweet Tea$11.00

Anti-Oxidant Mojito$14.00

Classic Bloody Mary$11.00

Grey Goose Cosmopolitan$12.00

Minted Moscow Mule$10.00

Wines by the Glass

Chardonnay, Mirassou, Monterey 2013$8.00

Chardonnay, Carmel Road, Monterey 2013$9.50

Chardonnay, Heller Estate, Carmel Valley 2012$12.00

Chardonnay, Talbott "Kali Hart" Monterey 2012$10.00

Sauvignon Blanc, Bernardus, Carmel Valley 2012$10.00

Pinot Gris, Tangent, Edna Valley 2013$12.00

Chianti Classico, Nozzole, Italy 2011$10.00

Riesling, J. Lohr Bay Mist, Monterey 2013$8.00

Petit Verdot, Heller Estate, Carmel Valley 2009$12.00

Pinot Noir, Talbott, "Logan", Santa Lucia Highlands '12$13.00

Pinot Noir, Canyon Road, Monterey 2012$8.00

Pinot Noir, Carmel Road, Monterey 2012$11.00

Pinot Noir, Kenwood "Yulupa", California 2012$9.00

Merlot, Mcintyre, Arroyo Seco 2012$12.00

Merlot, Chateau Julien, Carmel Valley '12$10.00

Dry Rose, Pedroncelli, Sonoma 2013$8.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Heller Estate, Carmel Valley 2012$12.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Mirrasou, Monterey 2012$8.00

Cabernet Sauvignon, Justin, Paso Robles 2012$15.00

Sparkling Wines

Mumm Brut Prestige, Napa 187ml "Split"

Schramsberg Blanc De Blanc, Napa

Prosecco La Marca, Italy 187ml "Split"

Taittinger, France 187ml