Shake's Old Fisherman's Grotto is one of The 15 Best Places for Soup in Monterey.

1. Shake's Old Fisherman's Grotto

7.8
39 Fishermans Wharf (off Olivier St), Monterey, CA
Seafood Restaurant · 146 tips and reviews

SabrinaSabrina: If you come often sign up for a frequent diner card and you get a free ap w/ every meal. Best chowder and calamari in the world. And the grilled artichokes are amazing. Entire menu will not disappoint

La C.La Cjargnele: Clam chowder is a must! Then choose an entree (I suggest tuna), then finish your meal with delicious Frangelico, it is made w/ almonds

KristinaKristina: Hot crab sandwich w soup is a perfect portion. The clam chowder is one of the best on the boardwalk. You can try it before walking in. Ocean views from all seating. Overall a decent place to eat.

Fish Hopper Seafood & Steaks is one of The 15 Best Places for Soup in Monterey.

2. Fish Hopper Seafood & Steaks

7.5
700 Cannery Row Ste K, Monterey, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Cannery Row · 164 tips and reviews

Eric I.Eric Itow: Best clam chowder in the bay. Their lobster, scallop, and prawn risotto is also a must try. Great service. Never a disappointment.

板津 魁.板津 魁彦: the food was okay but clam chowder was delicious! but whats amazing was the service its an A+ service experience, the people are super nice and attentive! excellence place for eat!

Dave P.Dave Palmer: They have the BEST clam chowder in Monterey. If that's all you came for and want to save some $$, get it out on the pier. Otherwise go in for some incredible seafood. The Oysters Rockefeller rock!

Old Fisherman's Wharf is one of The 15 Best Places for Soup in Monterey.

3. Old Fisherman's Wharf

8.0
Wharf No. 1 (at Olivier St), Monterey, CA
Pier · 92 tips and reviews

Tonia E.Tonia E: Benihana has a great happy hr - rolls, soup and tempura plus drinks between $1.50 to $5 DAILY 5-6:30

Jinnie L.Jinnie L: lots to see n enjoy♡ must to do the glass boat! also try free clam chowder samples from restaurants tout! ;)

Derek S.Derek Slavy: Clam chowder best on the wharf, possibly in Monterey all together! Bread pudding desert also an absolute MUST TRY. Great service, staff, and decor/Sanatra music!

Sandbar & Grill is one of The 15 Best Places for Soup in Monterey.

4. Sandbar & Grill

7.9
Wharf #2, Monterey, CA
Seafood Restaurant · 62 tips and reviews

SeeMontereySeeMonterey: Fantastic seafood! Try the lobster tail or clam chowder

Morgan C.Morgan C.: Friendly staff, incredible view, fantastic clam chowder, nice ambience, fresh smelling restaurant.

Anthony C.Anthony Carpeneti: The clam chowder is one of the best items on the menu to order. It is great!!!

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

5. Loulou's Griddle In The Middle

7.6
Municipal Wharf 2, Monterey, CA
Diner · 53 tips and reviews

Cindy P.Cindy P.: Try the clam chowder, it's the best.

Aisea L.Aisea Laungaue: Clam chowder reaches above and beyond the hype. You won't regret it.

Olivier D.Olivier DEBUQUOY: The clam chowder is amazing and the staff very friendly

Rosine's Restaurant is one of The 15 Best Places for Soup in Monterey.

6. Rosine's Restaurant

7.9
434 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA
American Restaurant · Old Monterey Business District · 69 tips and reviews

Vickie L.Vickie Lester: Love the minestrone soup. Have a bowl every time I'm in Monterey.

Katrina K.Katrina Kuhn: Food was delicious! I especially loved the minestrone and garlic bread. However, huge portions - split or get a half size if you can.

Kelly W.Kelly Winkleman: The turkey dip and minestrone soup are my go to favorites. Plus, you gotta have dessert. The cakes are ridiculous.

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

7. Ocean Sushi Deli

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

Jay D.Jay Dolata: Get #63 Yasai Ramen. So delicious!!!!

Cat O.Cat Orr: Best miso soup in town...

Nicholas M.Nicholas McFarland: All the soba's are great but my favorite is the buckwheat noodle's!

Sea Harvest Fish Market is one of The 15 Best Places for Soup in Monterey.

8. Sea Harvest Fish Market

7.7
598 Foam St, Monterey, CA
Seafood Restaurant · New Monterey · 49 tips and reviews

Tom M.Tom McGhan: Is it lame to suggest the fries at a seafood restaurant? Because they were exceptionally good here. I also really enjoyed the clam chowder. They did cook all their fish well too.

michael y.michael yang: Excellent chowder

Chris S.Chris Saylor: Get the BBQ oysters, clam chowder and calamari steak. So good!

Schooners is one of The 15 Best Places for Soup in Monterey.

9. Schooners

7.6
400 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Cannery Row · 52 tips and reviews

Lazar S.Lazar Stojković: Clam chowder is simply perfect.

Samuel P.Samuel Padilla: Sitting out on the patio with the sound of the crashing waves and great view toward the pacific. Taste of the Clam Chowder Bread bowl was comfort.

KristinaKristina: Horrible service but spectacular views. Skip the red chowder, tastes like minestrone with clams.

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

10. Monterey's Fish House

8.3
2114 Del Monte Ave (at Dela Vina Ave), Monterey, CA
Seafood Restaurant · 80 tips and reviews

David L.David L: The wood grill is the key. Start with grilled oysters or baby octopus and head towards some fish and veggies. Tasty are the lamb chops which aren't on the menu. If zuppa then ciopino > boulliabase.

Holly B.Holly Bishop: Amazing! We couldn't get a reservation, so opted to sit at the bar. Great service and delicious food. The clam chowder and the crab cakes were the best we've ever had. The crab ravioli: yum!,

İbrahim D.İbrahim Demir: Sea food pasta is perfect but it is much more like a soup

Whaling Station Steakhouse is one of The 15 Best Places for Soup in Monterey.

11. Whaling Station Steakhouse

8.5
765 Wave St, Monterey, CA
American Restaurant · Cannery Row · 20 tips and reviews

Starla H.Starla Huchton: Call ahead for a reservation and ask for the Locals Menu! $20 for appetizer, soup, salad & entree!

MeshariMeshari: AMAZING steaks .. we had 1.French onion soup.. tastes good.2. filet mignon tender and yuummy..3. Rib eye steak l, so delicious 👍🏻.. highly recommended spot

Danielle V.Danielle Valimont: Rockefeller oysters are AMAZING. Make sure to order as an appetite

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

12. Bistro Moulin

8.5
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!

Suzy B.Suzy Bartolini: Get the eggplant tomato soup. Cork fees 25 bucks 2 bottle max. Evens out the same with a bottle there. Get table by window for a view, limited space. Delicious food.

Blaine D.Blaine DeLancey: Like being transported to a little restaurant in the French countryside! The food was spot-on, service was excellent, it really made our visit to Monterey. An exquisite combination of flavors!

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

13. Chart House Restaurant

8.6
444 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA
Seafood Restaurant · Cannery Row · 31 tips and reviews

Brittany B.Brittany B: I've been here twice and got the stuffed tilapia both times. It's incredible. Salad bar is super fresh. Clam chowder is meh (I'm from New England so I may be biased). Great service, great food! YUM!

Jinnie L.Jinnie L: this place is amazing! the host is great, very friendly service and the food is delicious:) - shrimp fresca, cioppino, clam chowder, n must try chocolate lava cake!!! yum♡

Rex E.Rex Espiritu: Get a table toward the far end near the corner glass window for a gorgeous view by the sea! Join LandrysSelect.com membership: Chart House, Morton's, McCormick & Schmick's, Oceanaire, et al. all over!

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

14. Hula's Island Grill & Tiki Room

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

Johnny P.Johnny Pomatto: The Hawaiian Fish Soup is outstanding. Plus, the waitresses are good to go.

lanamaniaclanamaniac: The Hawaii fish soup is tasty but is actually quite spicy so sensitive bellies beware! The plantains are yummy tho.

Karen H.Karen Havens: The fish soup and crab curry are insanely delicious!

Great Wall is one of The 15 Best Places for Soup in Monterey.

15. Great Wall

7.0
724 Abrego St, Monterey, CA
Chinese Restaurant · Old Monterey Business District · 8 tips and reviews

David C.David Ciani: Best Hot and Sour soup I have ever had.

Samir J.Samir Jain: Hot and sour soup and orange dish are fantastic. We got vegetarian catered food on request

J.R. R.J.R. Rouse: Great green beans. Nice and soicy.