Bistro Moulin is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Monterey.

1. Bistro Moulin

8.4
867 Wave St (at David St), Monterey, CA
French Restaurant · Cannery Row · 23 tips and reviews

SeeMontereySeeMonterey: Very cozy atmosphere and they have an amazing French Onion Soup!

Steve-oSteve-o: Cozy atmosphere and friendly service make this an ideal Date Night destination.

William E.William Edward: Every dish is made with love. The signature spinach gnocchi is excellent. The cannelloni was absolutely fabulous! Chocolate moose and creme brûlée were divine. Highly recommend this local favorite

Hula's Island Grill & Tiki Room is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Monterey.

2. Hula's Island Grill & Tiki Room

8.5
622 Lighthouse Ave (at Hoffman Ave), Monterey, CA
Restaurant · New Monterey · 119 tips and reviews

Sandra C.Sandra Cifo: The wings, the island poke, sake, are all amazing!!!! The service was also really good. Nice cozy place that will def. take you back to Hawaii :)

Ole B.Ole B: Nice place, back patio is cozy. Food is alrighty.

Patrick F.Patrick Fung: Hawaiian ceviche, sweet potato fries, fried plantains, duke's luau pork...good eats. And a Zombie. Go happy hour!

Paprika Cafe is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Monterey.

3. Paprika Cafe

8.1
309 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA
Mediterranean Restaurant · New Monterey · 21 tips and reviews

RayRay: This is a small but cozy mom & pop place, and pop is usually there alone. Be patient because the food is authentic and excellent.

James M.James Michel: Considerate service, an inviting atmosphere and a menuful of healthy traditional choices all combine to this will rapidly become a local favorite.

Yumi F.Yumi Fujii: Garlic chicken plate was perfection. Baklava (on the house) was the best I've had and the Turkish coffee was out of this world. Slightly pricey (was only a "$" on yelp!) but worth every penny.

InterContinental The Clement Monterey Hotel is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Monterey.

4. InterContinental The Clement Monterey Hotel

8.9
750 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
Hotel · Cannery Row · 45 tips and reviews

Jinnie L.Jinnie L: Great location, beautiful view, n the room is nice n cozy♡ good service. :)

Jacqueline F.Jacqueline Franco: Hotel impecável. Além das acomodações confortáveis e aconchegantes, o que me chamou muita atenção foi o atendimento e cardápio do restaurante. Com ênfase ao risoto. Nunca comi igual

RyanRyan: Grab a bottle of wine and sit outside under the heat lamps, looking at the water.

Loulou's Griddle In The Middle is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Monterey.

5. Loulou's Griddle In The Middle

7.8
Municipal Wharf 2, Monterey, CA
Diner · 53 tips and reviews

Erika D.Erika Dyson: This is a cozy and low key place with tasty food and very friendly folks. The hash browns with basil and Parmesan are so good!

John K.John Kidde: Great breakfast spot. Sourdough French toast was delicious. The staff are friendly and even though they’ve got a small space, they put out food VERY quickly.

Kayla H.Kayla Huhn: French Toast portion is very small for the price.

Monterey's Fish House is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Monterey.

6. Monterey's Fish House

7.9
2114 Del Monte Ave (at Dela Vina Ave), Monterey, CA
Seafood Restaurant · 80 tips and reviews

GusGus: The wood grilled baby octopus and the local fresh oak grilled snapper are the way to go!

Richard H.Richard Harris: No trip to Monterey would be complete without dinner here. Off the beaten path and well worth it!

Esther A.Esther Asche: Best kept secret seafood place in Monterey

Crystal Fish is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Monterey.

7. Crystal Fish

8.2
514 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA
Sushi Restaurant · New Monterey · 56 tips and reviews

Dimitry R.Dimitry Reehani: Dragon, Kamikaze and chimichanga rolls are my favorite. Get the cheesecake tempura green tea ice cream!

Melissa R.Melissa Rhodes: Firecracker roll was super tasty. Would order it again.

David C.David Colbert: This is the best sushi place in town!

The Poke Lab is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Monterey.

8. The Poke Lab

8.4
475 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Old Monterey Business District · 2 tips and reviews

Angel Z.Angel Zabel: Love the poke lab bowl. Fresh and filling. One of my go-to spots!

Kendra S.Kendra Storm: Get a Poke Lab Bowl (can be made gluten free) with fixings of your choice. Spicy mayo is a must. The only thing that could make this better is if there was one in Alabama where I live.

Ocean Sushi Deli is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Monterey.

9. Ocean Sushi Deli

7.8
165 Webster St, Monterey, CA
Sushi Restaurant · Old Monterey Business District · 28 tips and reviews

Neil S.Neil Smith: This is a great dinner option. Good price and great value

Tony T.Tony Tarumoto: Get the Sunday Special, one of the better bargains there

Merilou M.Merilou Matel: Try the bento!

First Awakenings is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Monterey.

10. First Awakenings

8.7
125 Ocean View Blvd, Monterey, CA
Breakfast Spot · 131 tips and reviews

DaiverDaiver: Amazing breakfast! Try the blueberry pancakes or the eggs Benedict with ham and tomato. Doesn't get any better than this.

Steve B.Steve B: Squirt bottles are provided to blast the pigeons to make them go away. Great fun.

Lianne M.Lianne M: Free refills on the hot chocolate! Not many know this. All of their Eggs Benedict dishes are yummy.

Chart House Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Monterey.

11. Chart House Restaurant

8.5
444 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Cannery Row · 31 tips and reviews

Jay M.Jay Martin: Sit at the bar at happy hour for a great view of the bay and cheap drinks and food

Mike R.Mike Reid: Happy Hour - M-F 4:30 - 7:30

SeeMontereySeeMonterey: Offers great ocean views and fantastic seafood

Lone Oak Lodge is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Monterey.

12. Lone Oak Lodge

7.4
2221 Fremont St, Monterey, CA
Motel · 11 tips and reviews

Peter F.Peter Fitzsimons: Clean cozy and cheap, especially if you enjoy a 70s motif, friendly staff, ideal for 2 nights quick stop.

kumi m.kumi monster: Call in and ask for a divers discount if you're a diver!

SvetlanaSvetlana: Fantastic choice in Monterey! Friendly hosts and comfortable rooms.

Paris Bakery Cafe is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Monterey.

13. Paris Bakery Cafe

8.1
271 Bonifacio Pl, Monterey, CA
Bakery · Old Monterey Business District · 42 tips and reviews

Andrea V.Andrea Valdivia: The quiches are good...get them toasted. The chai was foamy and delicious (just how I like them). The almond croissant in a word: EPIC! The service was friendly and attentive. I recommend this place.

Michael G.Michael Galpin: Everything is excellent, great espresso as well

Dan U.Dan Ucko: Get the almond croissants. Hands down, best I ever had.

Monterey Bay Lodge is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Monterey.

14. Monterey Bay Lodge

7.3
55 Camino Aguajito, Monterey, CA
Motel · 4 tips and reviews

John K.John Kidde: Nice, cozy, clean place close to the beach.

Robert M.Robert Mangrobang: The beach and park are just across the street. Great location.

Roger W.Roger Walter: Great little place. Would stay here again in a heartbeat.

Mundos Cafe is one of The 15 Best Cozy Places in Monterey.

15. Mundos Cafe

8.3
2233 Fremont St (at Ramona Ave), Monterey, CA
Sandwich Spot · 15 tips and reviews

Elon L.Elon Lenka: Incredible portobello veggie burger -- best I've had in a long time

Tracy M.Tracy Mickle: Get the tri tip sandwich!

TNPNessTNPNess: Best sandwiches ever. Better then Mals market. Trust mee you gotta try it