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The Whaling Station Steakhouse, Monterey, CA

The Whaling Station Steakhouse

4.6
4.6
2463 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 28 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Good for business meals
The internationally acclaimed Whaling Station Steakhouse, perched just above Steinbeck’s Cannery Row has been Monterey County’s #1 Steak House for over 50 years, The Whaling Station takes the term “Steakhouse” seriously...Select your USDA Prime cut of the USA’s finest beef from a silver tray or enjoy our slow-roasted USDA Prime, Prime Rib. An award-winning wine list and full spirits bar compliment your dining experience. Serving Dinner and cocktails from 4:30pm daily. The Bar at The Whaling Station Steakhouse has its own menu and its own local following, with drink specials and lively conversation served nightly. Parking in our private lot.
A private, 50-seat banquet room is also available.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Prime Rib
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Enjoy free parking in our private lot. Valet parking available on Friday and Saturday.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Pete Martinez

What 2,463 people are saying

The Whaling Station Steakhouse reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Monterey / Carmel

    Good for special occasions

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Whaling Station Steakhouse is a Monterey gem offering "excellent food" and "amazing service." Guests rave about the prime rib, beef Wellington, and attentive staff, making it ideal for special occasions. The atmosphere is warm and inviting, and while prices are high, the experience is "worth the price" for steak lovers.

2,463 Reviews
  1. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent steak and restaurant ! French onion soup was five star

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  2. Sheri

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had several appetizers and drinks and it was perfect. All of it was delicious.

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  3. Vic

    Central Coast8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Whaling Station is a Monterey Institution. Professional servers, great bartenders and you’re greeted by the manager upon arrival. This is old school service at its best. The food is excellent. Aged steaks, fresh seafood and huge wine list. Great place to celebrate any occasion.
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded today
    Vic, we’re glad to hear that you had such a great experience with us! We appreciate your compliments on the aged steaks, fresh seafood, and extensive wine list. Thank you for recommending us as a great place to celebrate any occasion. We look forward to seeing you again soon!

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  4. OpenTable Diner VIP

    Phoenix7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and great food. Pricey and a little loud but still a great meal. 4.9 out of 5 stars.
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded 1 day ago
    Thank you for your fantastic review! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our great service and delicious food. Your support means a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back soon!

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  5. Peter

    Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food! Great service! Wonderful experience! Thank you!
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded on March 4, 2025
    Thank you so much for your wonderful review, Peter! We can't wait to welcome you back for another fantastic experience.

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  6. becky

    San Francisco20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Wonderful service, Great food, perfect spot for a visit
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded on March 4, 2025
    Thank you so much for your lovely review, Becky! We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our wonderful service and great food. We can't wait to welcome you back again soon for more delightful experiences!

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  7. Mel VIP

    San Francisco4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 26, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had an amazing dining experience, thanks to our incredible server, Dan. From the moment we sat down, he was attentive, friendly, and extremely knowledgeable about the menu. He made excellent recommendations and ensured that our drinks were always full without being intrusive. Dan’s warm personality and professionalism truly elevated our meal, making us feel valued and well taken care of. The food was fantastic, but his service was the highlight of our evening. We will definitely be back and will be asking for Dan again! Highly recommend this restaurant, especially if you get the chance to have Dan as your server!
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded on February 27, 2025
    Mel, we’re absolutely thrilled to hear about your fantastic dining experience with us! Thank you so much for taking the time to share such kind words about Dan. He's truly a gem, and it’s wonderful that his attentive service made your evening extra special. We're glad you enjoyed the food as well, and we can't wait to welcome you back for another memorable meal!

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  8. Nathan

    San Joaquin1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was absolutely amazing 100% recommend Services were wonderful
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded on February 24, 2025
    Thank you so much for your fantastic review, Nathan! We're overjoyed to hear that you found our food absolutely amazing and the service wonderful. Your recommendation means the world to us!

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  9. DOUGLAS VIP

    Central Coast51 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We went with friends here for a birthday, and we all had steaks of some sort, NY wife had beef Wellington & said it was amazing, I had the ribeye which was so tasty, and one of our friends had the wagyu, Oscar was a great server.
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded on February 24, 2025
    Douglas, we're so thrilled to hear that you and your friends had a wonderful birthday celebration! It's fantastic that you enjoyed the ribeye and your wife loved the beef Wellington. Thank you for sharing such a lovely review, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more delightful meals soon!

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  10. Colleen

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on February 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing ribeye and filet mignon! Highly recommend for the steak lovers out there!
    The Whaling Station SteakhouseResponded on February 21, 2025
    Colleen, we're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed our ribeye and filet mignon! Thank you for your high recommendation - it means the world to us. We can’t wait to welcome you back for more!

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FAQs

The Whaling Station Steakhouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (831) 373-3778.

The Whaling Station Steakhouse is rated 4.6 stars by 2463 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 28 times today
Google Map for The Whaling Station Steakhouse

763 Wave Street, Monterey, CA 93940

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, Prime Rib
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Daily 4:30 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Enjoy free parking in our private lot. Valet parking available on Friday and Saturday.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Pete Martinez
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