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Abalonetti Seafood Trattoria offers a new twist to wharfside dining. Its fun and casual atmosphere has been likened to those found in Milan's fashionable dining district. Bright seascape colors greet you as you enter the main dining room where you are surrounded by views of the bay. Or you may dine outdoors on Abalonetti's private terrace.
Abalonetti specializes in Monterey Bay Calamari and offers almost a dozen varieties of these squid dishes -- many found only at Abalonetti Seafood Trattoria! Abalonetti Seafood Trattoria
It's fun ... It's casual ... It's the place for squid.
Abalonetti Seafood Trattoria offers a new twist to wharfside dining. Its fun and casual atmosphere has been likened to those found in Milan's fashionable dining district. Bright seascape colors greet you as you enter the main dining room where you are surrounded by views of the bay. Or you may dine outside on Abalonetti's private terrace. Abalonetti specializes in Monterey Bay Calamari and offers almost a dozen varieties of these squid dishes -- many found only at Abalonetti Seafood Trattoria!... Monterey's Original Antipasto Bar ... Abalonetti specializes in Monterey Bay Calamari and offers almost a dozen varieties of these squid dishes -- many found only at Abalonetti Seafood Trattoria! Menu Monterey's Original Antipasto Bar
Available for Lunch & Dinner Giant Roasted Garlic 3.95 with toast Grilled Vegetable Salad 6.95  Marinated Artichoke Hearts 6.95  Marinated Mushrooms 6.95 Assorted Imported Olives 5.95  Combination Antipasto Plate 13.95 ... 1/2 Plate 9.95 Grilled Eggplant 6.95 
with fresh garlic and balsamic vinegar Roasted Bell Peppers 6.95 
with garlic and olive oil  Feta Cheese 5.95 
in olive oil with spices Steamed Clams 13.95 
white wine and butter sauce  Oysters on the Half Shell 8.95  (6 oysters) Marinated Calamari 8.95  Bay Shrimp Cocktail 6.95  Jumbo Prawn Cocktail (5) 12.95 Our Famous French Fried Calamari 9.95 Soups and Salads
Lunch/Dinner. Salads prepared with organically grown Carmel Valley Greens. Clam Chowder Cup 4.95 - Bowl 5.95
Tossed Greens 5.95 with vinaigrette dressing Soup de Poisson 6.95/7.95 
Fish and vegetable soup with saffron, toasted crouton and rouille, free refill. Caesar Salad Abalonetti 8.95/10.95 
Hearts of Romaine, croutons and parmesan cheese tossed with our Caesar dressing. Sicilian Bread Salad 6.95 
House specialty - roma tomatoes, olives, feat cheese, red onion, green onions and toasted croutons. Salad Nicoise 16.95/19.95 
Fresh grilled Ahi tuna, potatoes, green beans, eggs, tomatoes and olives tossed with cumin dressing. Tomato Caprese 8.50/8.95 
Sliced tomatoes with mozzarella, fresh basil, olives, anchovies and olive oil. Grilled Chicken Breast 10.95/14.95 
Marinated and grilled, served warm on a bed of greens with veggies and vinaigrette. Shrimp Louie 14.95/15.95 
A Classic - Bay shrimp, mixed local greens, fresh vegetables and house-made Louie dressing. Crab Louie  17.95/18.95 Sandwiches
Lunch only. Sandwiches served on an Italian Roll with French fries. Classic American Burger 9.95 
Lettuce, tomato, onion and sharp cheddar cheese. Calamari 11.95 
French-fried filet with lettuce, tomato and tartar sauce. Sand Dabs 12.95 
Grilled sand dabs with tartar sauce, tomato and lettuce. Grilled Marinated Chicken Breast 9.95 
With lettuce, tomato and whole grain mustard. Bay Shrimp Salad Salad 12.95 
Tomato, lettuce, bacon, mayonnaise and honey mustard. Seafood Specialties
Lunch only.  French-fried. Served with fries. Fish and Chips 11.95 
Lightly breaded, served with cocktail and tartar sauces and fresh lemon. Seafood Combination 15.95 
Scallops, prawns, oysters and calamari with cocktail and tartar sauces and fresh lemon. Prawns & Chips 15.95 
Breaded gulf prawns with cocktail and tartar sauces and fresh lemon. Famous Monterey Bay Calamari
Lunch/Dinner. Our specialty since 1951.
Monterey's local calamari is the benchmark around the world for flavor and texture. Abalonetti  13.95/17.95 
Calamari filets, french fried to a golden brown, served with a light beurre blanc. Marty's Special 14.95/18.95 
A local favorite, french fried calamari cutlets, Parmesan and mozzarella cheese, over eggplant in marinara sauce. Calamari Cutlets 13.95/17.95 
Calamari filets in garlic, parsley, parmesan cheese and seasoned bread crumbs, grilled with fresh lemon. Stuffed Calamari 14.95/18.95 
Calamari stuffed with cheese and sausage served over linguine pasta in a marinara sauce. Siciliano 14.95/18.95 
Calamari rings and tentacles sauteed in garlic, parsley and white wine. Calamari and Fries 12.95/13.95 
Rings and tentacles french-fried, served with tartar sauce, cocktail sauce, lemon and french fries. Barbecued Calamari  14.95/17.95 
tomato, potato, green bean olive salad and Sicilian marinade. From the Broiler
Lunch/Dinner. Grilled Rib Eye Steak 15.95/21.95 
Certified Angus beef, seasoned with an herb butter. Grilled New York Steak 16.95/22.95 
Grilled Certified Angus beef, seasoned with an herb butter. Chicken Rollatini 18.95 (Dinner only) 
Breast of chicken stuffed with pine nuts, raisins, mozzarella, green onion and prosciutto. Seasonally FRESH FISH Grill
Subject to availability. Lunch/Dinner. King Salmon Filet 15.95/19.95 
Fresh spinach, new potatoes and saffron nage. Ahi Tuna 16.95/20.95 
Julienne vegetables, saffron rice and wasabi nage. Pacific Swordfish 14.95/20.95 
Ratatouille, green beans and tomato coulis. Cioppino 16.95/22.95 
Dungeness crab, clams, mussels, prawns, fresh fish, calamari, sea scallops and our hearty marinara sauce. Jumbo Lobster Tail - Market Price 
Broiled with butter. Cracked Dungeness Crab - Market Price 
Whole crab, steamed. Maine Lobster - Market Price 
Two pounds and up, steamed. Red Abalone - Ask 
Farm raised on Wharf #2, sauteed in butter, white wine and garlic. Bouillabaisse 22.95 (Dinner only) 
Dungeness crab, clams, mussels, scallops, calamari, fresh fish, saffron, and Ricard with rouille. Pasta
Lunch/Dinner. Perfect for sharing as an appetizer. Angel Hair Pasta 10.95/13.95 
In a marinara sauce with fresh tomatoes, basil and Reggiano cheese. Gnocchi with Two Sauces 12.95/17.95 
Light potato dumplings with gorgonzola cream and fresh tomato and basil sauce. Linguini with Fresh Clams 14.95/17.95 
Served in the shell in a white wine/garlic butter sauce with sundried tomatoes, loaded with clams! Dungeness Crab & Angel Hair Pasta 15.95/21.95 
Crabmeat sauteed with tomatoes, mushrooms, green onions and olives in a white wine/butter sauce. King Crab & Smoked Salmon Ravioli 22.95  (Dinner only) 
Smoked salmon ravioli surrounded by Alaskan King Crab legs in an asiago cream sauce. Scampi Pasta Provencal 21.95 (Dinner only) 
Prawns, artichokes, scallions, tomatoes and mushrooms with white wine/butter sauce over linguine. Pizza from our Wood Burning Oven
Lunch/Dinner.  Individual 8 inch gourmet pizzas. Pizza Abalonetti 8.95/9.95 
Pesto sauce, fresh roma tomatoes, eggplant, pine nuts and asiago cheese. Pizza Napolitan 8.95/9.95 
Tomato sauce with mozzarella, fresh tomato, basil and olives. Pizza Parma 10.95 
Tomato sauce, artichoke hearts, prosciutto, fresh tomatoes and asiago cheese. Classic Pepperoni 9.95/10.95 Children's Menu Burger & Fries 4.95  Pepperoni Pizza 5.95 Calamari & Fries 6.95  Spaghetti 5.95  Fish & Fries 6.95

Alberto's Restaurant "Real Italian...Real Food" Buon Giorno & Bienvenuti
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Alberto's Ristorante
Where Great Food, Good Friends & Fun Times Come Together
Alberto's is a local's secret. Hopefully, you'll find us and join the party.
We are open nightly at 5pm Weds.-Mon.
Alberto's is also available for private luncheons, rehearsal dinners, corporate functions or you name it!
For the best in food, wine and fun...it's Alberto's.

When we opened Allegro Gourmet Pizzeria in the summer of 1988, we did so for selfish reasons. We craved an authentic Italian experience on the Monterey Peninsula.

The days of pizzerias with sawdust covered floors on lower Alvarado Street were gone. As the small fishing village known as Monterey slowly disappeared so did its soul.

A few small restaurants still had some of that old feeling but they did not have the food our more traveled palates were beginning to expect. Some had it all, great food, great feeling, but were too expensive or trendy to be called "local spots". We needed a place to come home to – a little "tucked away" spot to discuss life, enjoy good food, family and friends…. and still be able to pay the rent on time.

So in July of 1988 we set out to capture that elusive dream; the soulful pizzeria that exists in every Italian neighborhood. No big deal, just great food, friends and wine. The kind of place that your feet take you to when your mind is not paying attention. And when you get inside, it feels good…like you are home.

A place where you can satisfy your Italian soul. Simple, healthy, delicious & unpretentious. Welcome to our little part of Italy. We hope you enjoy your stay.

Nina & Jeano

Established in 1980, Anton & Michel has consistently maintained an award-winning reputation for true excellence in the art of fine dining. Warm pastels, elegant decor, and the sparkling "Court of the Fountains" harmonize to create a serene and romantically intimate retreat. Casual elegance and old world charm coalesce in an epitome of "the Carmel experience". This is a very special place that will garner the top spot on your "must return to" list. The menu, a showcase of fine continental cuisine, offers an array of inspired selections: fresh Monterey Bay seafood, filet mignon, fresh-farmed abalone and house specialties, to name only a few. Rack of lamb and Châteaubriand carved tableside in the classic European tradition highlight the impeccable service. Delightful finales include flambé desserts, also prepared tableside. The wine list, an annual recipient of the Wine Spectator's "Best of Award of Excellence" is continuously updated, offering more than 800 selections. Menu Appetizers include such delights as Castroville artichoke with sundried tomato & caper aioli; crab cakes with tomato-ginger chutney; homemade ravioli filled with roasted eggplant & basil; Maine diver scallops with tomato-fennel broth; Escargots in puffed pastry with cognac & garlic cream sauce; and fresh farm-raised red abalone. Entrées include such favorites as pan roasted duck breast & leg confit; Sonoma free range chicken; Black Angus New York steak & filet mignon; and pork tenderloin wrapped in hickory smoked bacon. A twosome ordering together may choose the highly acclaimed rack of lamb or châteaubriand, both carved tableside. Seafood items include fresh fish of the day; herb seared local king salmon; Pacific yellowfin tuna with miso broth; California red abalone with caper beurre blanc & ginger salad; lobster & scallops fricassée; and Shellfish Paella. Desserts, many prepared for two and flambé tableside such as cherries jubilee, bananas foster, and crêpes suzette offer the perfect finale to any dinner selection — along with your favorite port, brandy or liqueur. Wine List The menu at Anton & Michel is complemented by one of the Northern California's finest, award-winning wine lists with more than 800 selections. The emphasis is on verticles of California Cabernet Sauvignons, Meritages, and Clarets from the Bordeaux region of France. Also featuring fabulous offerings from notable California vintners such as Talbott, Chalone, Bernardus, Meador Estate, Grgich Hills, Cakebread, Kistler, Trefethen, Sonoma-Cutrer, Far Niente, Williams-Selyem, Wes-Mar, David Bruce, Georis, Matanzas Creek, Frog's Leap, Groth, Jordan, Silver Oak, Diamond Creek, Spottswoode, Château Montelena, Kathryn Kennedy, Ridge, Caymus, Shafer, Heitz, Stag's Leap, Beringer, Beaulieu, Robert Mondavi, Joseph Phelps, Dominus, and Opus One.   Click Here to view our Wine List

Executive Chef Christophe Grosjean's cooking philosophy is built on spontaneity. With farmers delivering products daily to the Aubergine kitchen, Christophe and his team focus on making the most of these natural, fresh products. The ingredients are the stars of his menu.

Options abound on the Aubergine menu. Diners have the opportunity to create their own three, four or five course menu by choosing from a variety of dishes progressive in flavors. Or, guests may ask the chef to create an exclusive tasting menu, whereby a diner's only decision is to trust Christophe and his kitchen team as they guide guests through a gastronomic journey. Each course may be ordered with or without a selected wine pairing.

The intimate 12-table Aubergine restaurant features an underground wine cellar that was constructed beneath the inn's courtyard to house the restaurant's 4,500 bottle collection. The wine list features great wines from around the world but especially wines from Monterey County, California and France. The restaurant is open seven days a week from 6:00 - 9:30 pm.

Almost immediately upon opening, the hotel and restaurant received critical acclaim from national magazines. The restaurant was featured in the January 2005 issue of Bon Appetit, as "Best of the Year. Restaurant Hot Seat". Robb Report's 17th annual "Best of the Best" June 2005 issue selected L'Auberge Carmel as one of the new best dining destinations in the United States. Gourmet magazine named the restaurant #20 “America’s Top 50 Restaurants” in 2006. In January 2005, Conde Nast Traveler's Readers Poll selected L'Auberge Carmel as the #42 best hotel in the United States, and the magazine's January 2006, 2007 and 2008 issue listed the hotel on its prestigious Gold List. Travel & Leisure magazine added the hotel to its “World’s Best List” in 2007 & 2008. Most recently Aubergine was selected as one of the "Top 10 New Restaurants in the U.S." by gayot.com, November 2008.

Bouchée, our highly praised sister restaurant, is within walking distance. It is located on Mission Street between Ocean Avenue and 7th Street. At Bouchée diners will experience extraordinary food and wines in a setting of simple elegance. Bouchée serves creative California cuisine and offers an a la carte menu. There is also a wine bar and wine store at the restaurant offering an excellent selection of rare and hard to find wines. Bouchée is open every day for dinner only beginning at 5:30 p.m. Reservations are recommended. For information or reservations contact the Front Desk or telephone the restaurant at 831-626-7880. The Wine Store opens daily at 12:00 noon.

Cantinetta Luca, our popular Italian sister restaurant is also within walking distance located on Dolores Street between Ocean and 7th Street. The menu offers casual, informal dining, featuring items such as delicious pizza, baked in an authentic, Italian, no gas, wood-burning pizza oven. Luca also specializes in antipasti, a dozen or so varieties of salumis and handmade pasta. Whole fish and roasted meats are served family style. All of the presentations are simple and rustic; food prepared with fresh seasonal ingredients to bring out bold flavors. The executive chef is Jason Balestrieri who worked under Joachim Splichal at Patina, the famed Los Angeles restaurant. The interior decor of Cantinetta Luca is antique/modern, inspired by the old refurbished buildings of Italy. The design is a blend of stone, brick and glass, chiseled wood and bright Italian colors. The decor features a barrel vaulted ceiling, brick and chiseled beams contrasted by superb contemporary furnishings and modern lighting all set off by rich colors and textures.

There’s always lots of activity at Luca giving diners the opportunity to watch chefs in action because the restaurant and bar were designed around an open kitchen with the stove centered as an island, accessible to chefs from all four sides. Cantinetta Luca also has a glassed-in meat aging room where its house made salumis are dried and cured.

Breakfast Buttermilk Pancakes
Full Stack $9.25
Short Stack $5.50
Add Blueberries $1.50

Cinnamon Swirl French Toast
Served with Toasted Pecan Butter
$9.50

Classic Eggs Benedict
Served with Grilled English Muffins,
Canadian Bacon & Hollandaise Sauce
$10.75

Smoked Salmon Plate
Served with Toasted Bagel, Cream Cheese,
Tomatoes, Onions & Capers
$12

Classic Trail Head Breakfast
Two Eggs served any style with Breakfast Potatoes
Choice of Ham, Sausage or Bacon
& Sourdough, Wheat, Rye or English Muffin
$10.50

Huevos Rancheros
Two Eggs Served on Corn Tortillas, Pinto Beans, Salsa,
Pepper Jack Cheese
$9.25

The Omelette
Three Eggs served with Breakfast Potatoes
Choice of Cheddar, Swiss or Pepper Jack
& Sourdough, Wheat, Rye or English Muffin
$10.25

Add Ham, Sausage or Bacon
$11.25 Side Orders Side Orders Bagel & Cream Cheese
$3.75

Ham, Bacon, Sausage, Vegetarian Sausage
$3.75

Add One Egg Any Style
$1.75

Breakfast Potatoes
$2.75

Sourdough, Wheat, Rye or English Muffin
$2.00 FRUIT & CEREAL

Seasonal Blend of Fresh Fruit
$4.25

Oatmeal
$4.25

Assorted Cereals & Milk
$4.25 Beverages COFFEE & TEA

Big Sur Lodge Blend
$1.80

Assorted Hot Tea’s
$1.80

JUICES

Orange, Apple, Cranberry & Lemonade
$2.50 LUNCH Appetizers
The Chef’s Soup of The Day
Cup $6. Bowl $8.

Pan Seared Crab Cakes
Served with Warm Tomatoes,
Spinach, Cabbage Slaw
$10.25

Classic Caesar
Hearts of Romaine Lettuce served
with Focaccia Croutons, Parmesan Cheese
and Creamy Caesar Dressing
$8.25

Tomato-Basil & Mozzarella Cheese
Served with Mixed Greens,
Balsamic Reduction & Extra Virgin Olive Oil
$9.25

The Valley View
Mixed Greens served with Tomatoes, Carrots, Cucumbers, Onions & Choice of Dressings
$7.95

Warm Spinach Salad
Onions, Tomatoes & Bacon Sautéed with
Raspberry Champagne Vinaigrette
$8.50 Entrees
Classic French Dip Served on Toasted Hoagie & Au Jus $11.95 Big Sur Lodge Burger
1/2 LB. Angus Beef
Served on a Toasted Sesame Seed Bun
$11.50

Sautéed Vegetable Sandwich
Seasonal Vegetables with Swiss Cheese
Served on Basil Focaccia
$9.50

Grilled Chicken Sandwich
Sautéed Jalapenos & Red Onions
with Pepper Jack Cheese
Served on a Toasted Sesame Seed Bun
$10.50

Trail Head Deli Sandwich
Chose of: Roasted Turkey, Maple Ham, Roast Beef
Served on Basil Focaccia
$10.50

Fish & Chips
Served with French Fries and Tarter Sauce
10.95 All Burgers and Sandwiches are served with
your choice of French Fries, Cole Slaw,
Fruit Salad or Cup of Soup Dinner Menu Appetizers

The Chef’s Soup of The Day
Cup $6. Bowl $8.

Pan Seared Crab Cakes
Served with Warm Tomatoes, Spinach,
Cabbage Slaw & Chipotle Aioli
$10.25

Classic Caesar
Hearts of Romaine Lettuce served
with Croutons, Parmesan Cheese
& Creamy Caesar Dressing
$8.25

The Valley View
Mixed Greens served with Tomatoes, Carrots,
Cucumbers, Onions & Choice of Dressings
$7.95
Entrees

Panko Crusted Chicken Breast
Served with Wild Rice Blend
and Sautéed Vegetables, and
Lemon Caper Butter Sauce
$21.95

Grilled New Zealand Lamb Rack
Served with Potato and Veggies,
Candied Carrots
&
Whole Grain Mustard Demi Glace
$28.95 Classic Pot Roast
Served with Garlic Mashed Potatoes,
Sautéed Vegetables & Pan Gravy
$19.50

Sun Dried Tomato Raviolis
in a Roasted Red Pepper
Basil Cream Reduction
$23.95 Childrens Menu Breakfast
Cinnamon French Toast
Served with Pecan Butter

Chocolate Chip or Blueberry Pancakes
Served with Pecan Butter

Eggs Any Style
Served with Breakfast Potatoes

Oatmeal
Served with Brown Sugar and Raisins
$5.95

Lunch & Dinner
Fried Chicken Strips
Served with BBQ Sauce

Grilled Hot Dog

Cheese Burger

Fish & Chips
Served with Tarter Sauce

Grilled Cheese Sandwich

All Kids Entrees are Served with Choice of:
Fresh Fruit, Coleslaw, or French Fries
$6.95

Renew your spirits at the Big Sur River Inn's full service restaurant and bar. Enjoy a fabulous breakfast, lunch or dinner in the historic dining room or outside on the deck, the lawn or along the bank of the Big sur River. Have a seat on one of the bent Willow chairs in the river and let the smooth current cool your feet. Come enjoy our tradition of fine food, excellent service and warm hospitality. The River Inn also makes a spectacular setting for weddings, rehearsal dinners, family get-togethers and just for passing a lazy day in Big Sur. Breakfast TWO EGGS WITH HASH BROWN POTATOES AND TOAST $7.95 ADD HAM OR BACON, PORK, TURKEY OR VEGGIE SAUSAGE $9.25 PHENEGER CREEK BREAKFAST $15.00 Pan Fried Trout with Two Eggs, Hash Brown Potatoes and Toast HUEVOS RANCHEROS 10.25 STEAK AND EGGS WITH HASH BROWN POTATOES AND TOAST $15.00 BEN'S BREAKFAST SANDWICH $10.25 Scrambled Egg topped with Cheddar, Bacon, Lettuce and Tomato on a Wolferman's English Muffin LOX AND BAGEL $13.00 with silky Smoked Salmon, Red Onion, Tomato, Cream Cheese and Capers HOMEBAKED BISQUITS AND PORK SAUSAGE GRAVY $7.95 FRESH FRUIT PARFAIT $7.25 CAPTAIN COOPER OMELET $10.25 served with Hash Brown Potatoes and Toast REDWOOD CAMP OMELET $10.25 filled with Fresh Spinach and Ricotta Cheese served with Hash Brown Potatoes and Toast LITTLE SUR OMELET $10.25 filled with Swiss Cheese, Ham, Bell Peppers, Onions & Mushrooms served with Hash Brown Potatoes and Toast SMOKED SALMON OMELET $14.50 filled with Smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese served with Hash Brown Potatoes and Toast BANANA WALNUT PANCAKES $7.75 BERRY PANCAKES $7.75 BUTTERMILK PANCAKES $7.75 CINNAMON SWIRL FRENCH TOAST $8.25 Lunch GRILLED TOFU SALAD $17.00 Firm tofu sauteed with fresh herbs, sesame seeds and Tamari, served over grilled vegetables and baby greens in a Tarragon Vinaigrette NOELLE'S FAVORITE SALAD $6.00/$10.00 Locally grown mixed greens with apple slices, toasted walnuts, and Roquefort cheese in our own Raspberry Vinaigrette.
*Add roasted chicken $6.00
*Add grilled wild king salmon $8.00 $6.00 / $10.00 Crisp romaine lettuce tossed with our own classic Caesar dressing.
*Add roasted chicken $6.00
*Add grilled wild king salmon $8.00 SEARED, RARE AHI TUNA SALAD $16.00 Locally grown mixed greens tossed with crispy noodles in a soy sesame dressing topped with sashimi-grade Ahi Tuna. STEAKHOUSE SALAD $17.00 Grilled grass-fed Angus New York steak layered on locally grown mixed greens, with a Raspberry Vinaigrette and Maytag Blue Cheese. SPINACH SALAD $6.00 Organic Baby Spinach tossed with toasted Pignoli Nuts and Cranberry Vinaigrette all sandwiches are served with a choice of French Fries, Homemade Cole Slaw or Green Salad $13.00 with Carmelized Onion and melted Fontina on a Ciabatta roll.  CERTIFIED BLACK ANGUS NEW YORK STEAK $17.00 Topped with sauteed Mushrooms and Onions. TRIPPLE DECKER CLUB $13.00 With House Roasted Turkey, Ham, Bacon and Cheddar Cheese. GRILLED PORTOBELLO MUSHROOM $12.00
topped avocado and warm Fontina on a Ciabatta roll. FRESH WILD KING SALMON $14.00
finished with a homemade Remoulade Sauce on a French roll. THE FAMOUS RIVER INN  BLACK ANGUS BURGER $12.00
* Add bacon, cheddar, swiss, or blue cheese. $1.25 each. ALL VEGGIE GARDEN BURGER $11.00 Main Courses
OUR OWN ROADHOUSE RIBS $17.00
Served with cole slaw and your choice of cowboy beans, french fries or green salad. PASTA CASTROVILLE $18.00
A rich melange of fettuccine with Artichoke Hearts and Chicken in a creamy Basil Pesto Sauce FISH AND CHIPS $15.00
Fresh locally caught snapper in our own crispy beer batter with fries. ALMOND CRUSTED TROUT IN A CAPER DILL SAUCE $17.00
Served with Wild Rice Pilaf and sauteed seasonal vegetables. REDWOOD CAMP OMELET $10.25
Filled with Fresh Spinach and creamy Ricotta Cheese SMOKED SALMON OMELET $14.50
Filled with smoked Salmon and Cream Cheese. Appetizers FRUIT AND CHEESE PLATE $16 A trio of organic artisan cheeses paired with fresh & dried organic fruit    WHOLE ROASTED ARTICHOKE $10

Marinated and roasted to perfection with asiago cheese GRILLED CHICKEN QUESADILLA $10

Filled with chicken and cheese, served with fresh guacamole, salsa fresca and sour cream PORTOBELLO BRIOCHE $10

Toasted brioche topped with grilled portobello mushroom,fresh goat cheese, crispy shallots & finished with a balsamic reduction and white truffle oil CRAB AND AVOCADO TIMBALE $10

A tower of fresh crab and avocado lightly tossed with a basil aioli, served with crisp crostini FRESH MONTEREY BAY CALAMARI $10

served with our homemade dipping sauces BEER BATTERED ONION RINGS $7

handcut and battered to your order  NELL AND LUCIE'S DEEP FRIED ARTICHOKE HEARTS $8

Marinated artichokes in beer batter jackets, deep fried and served with our homemade Ranch Dressing CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF TRI TIP SKEWERS $10

served with Teriyaki Dipping Sauce HOUSEMADE GRILLED PIZZA $10

thin crust whole wheat & cornmeal pizza topped with fresh vegebles, marinara and mozzarella CHICKEN WINGS $9

Authentic Buffalo-style chicken wings served with creamy Blue Cheese Dressing and celery stalks CRISPY POTATO SKINS $9

Filled with cheddar cheese and sour cream HOMEMADE GARLIC BREAD $4.50

SWEET POTATO FRIES $6

GARLIC SAUTEED MUSHROOMS $5 APPETIZER SAMPLER $13

A Trio of our most popular starters...Deep Fried Artichoke Hearts, Onion Rings and our Tri-Tip Skewers Salads

GRILLED TOFU SALAD $17.00 Firm tofu sauteed with fresh herbs, sesame seeds and Tamari, served over grilled vegetables and baby greens in a Tarragon Vinaigrette NOELLE'S FAVORITE SALAD $6.00/$10.00 Locally grown mixed greens with apple slices, toasted walnuts, and Roquefort cheese in our own Raspberry Vinaigrette.
*Add roasted chicken $6.00
*Add grilled wild king salmon $8.00 CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD $6.00 / $10.00 Crisp romaine lettuce tossed with our own classic Caesar dressing.
*Add roasted chicken $6.00
*Add grilled wild king salmon $8.00 SEARED, RARE AHI TUNA SALAD $16.00 Locally grown mixed greens tossed with crispy noodles in a soy sesame dressing topped with sashimi-grade Ahi Tuna. STEAK SALAD $17.00 Grilled grass-fed Angus New York steak layered on locally grown mixed greens, with a Raspberry Vinaigrette and Maytag Blue Cheese. Main Courses From The Pan...

WILD MUSHROOM AND BUTTERNUT SQUASH RAVIOLI COMBO $22.00 Wild Mushroom and Butternut Squash Ravioli sauteed with Fresh Spinach, Garlic, Extra Virgin Olive Oil and White Wine SHRIMP SCAMPI $22.00 Loads of shrimp with sundried tomato & garlic,tossed with linguine and extra virgin olive oil~sprinkled with Asiago Cheese PASTA CASTROVILLE $18.00 A rich melange of fettuccine with Artichoke Hearts and Chicken in a creamy Basil Pesto Sauce SEAFOOD RAVIOLI $23.00 Filled with Lobster, Salmon and Crab; finished with a Lobster Cream Sauce. MARATHON PASTA $18.00 Linguine tossed with the freshest organic vegetables, extra virgin olive oil, a squeeze of lemon and white wine~ topped with asiago cheese Main Courses From The Grill... FILET OF ORGANIC NEW ZEALAND OSTRICH $36.00 8oz Filet seared with a Portobello Mushroom Cap, finished with a Cabernet Demi-Glace and served with Spinach Mashed Potatoes, sauteed seasonal vegetables MISO GLAZED WILD KING SALMON $23.00 With Wasabi Mashed Potatoes and sauteed seasonal vegetables. CHOICE RIB EYE STEAK $28.00 With Roasted Pepper Mashed Potatoes and sauteed seasonal vegetables. SURF AND TURF $36.00 8 oz Filet Mignon with Grilled Tiger Prawns finished with Pomerey-Green Peppercorn Sauce, served with creamy mashed potatoes and sauteed seasonal vegetables. ROASTED BONE-IN PORK LOIN $32.00 With Honey Calvados Glaze, Horseradish Mashed Potatoes and sauteed seasonal vegetables. OUR OWN ROADHOUSE RIBS $17.00 Served with cole slaw and your choice of cowboy beans, french fries or green salad. LEMON HERB ROASTED CHICKEN $19.00 With creamy mashed potatoes and sauteed vegetables. THE FAMOUS RIVER INN BLACK ANGUS BURGER $12.00 With fries or green salad or poppyseed cabbage salad.
* Add bacon, cheddar, swiss, or blue cheese. $1.25 each. ALL VEGGIE GARDEN BURGER $11.00 With fries or green salad or cole slaw.  

Menu Dinner Salade Huitre
Oysters, mignonette 11.95
Palourde
Clams, cocktail sauce 10.95
Crevettes
Shrimp cocktail 10.95
Classic Caesar 8.95
Salade Grecque
Romaine, cucumber, tomato, onion, kalamata olive, citrus vinaigrette 8.95
Frisee aux Lardon
Chicory, Poached egg, smoked bacon, with warm shallot vinaigrette 8.95
Fromage de Cheve Chaud Salade
Mesculin, cheve, herbs de province, red wine vinaigrette 8.95
Tomates Et Mozzarella “Napoleon”
Fresh tomato, buffalo mozzarella, basil, aged balsamic 9.95
Salade de Nicoise
Ahi tuna, green beans, teardrop tomato, fingerling potato, radish 12.95 Pizzettas Bistro
Tomato, Mozzarella, Basil 10.95
Caramelise l’ Oignon et le Fenouil Saucisse
Caramelized onion, fennel sausage, smoked mozzarella 12.95
Quatre Fromages
Four cheese’s Roasted garlic, tomato, four cheese 12.95
Marrakesh Express
Hummus tomato, cucumber, red onion, kalamata olive 12.95
Pepperoni, Saucisses et Jambon
Pepperoni, sausage, ham, mozzarella 14.95 Dinner Entrée’s Filet & Foie Gras au Poive
C.A.B. Filet Mignon, Natural French Foie Gras, Black Pepper, Pomme de Terre,Carrots & Brandy pepper Jus 34.95
Boeuf Bourguignon
Braised Beef, Mushroom, Cippollini, smoked Bacon, Carrot, Fingerling Potato, Natural Jus 22.95
Steak Frites
Painted Hills Organic Flat Iron Steak Sautéed Spinach, Chef’s Mushroom, French Fries, Béarnaise sauce 24.95
Longe de Porc Grille
Grilled Pork Loin, Roasted Fingerling Potato, Napa cabbage, Shitake Mushroom, Citrus,
White Wine Apricot Pork Reduction 21.95
Coq au Beaujolais
Red Wine Chicken, Cippollini, smoked bacon, Mushroom, Butter Noodle 19.95
Salmon Dijon
Pan Roasted Salmon, Lemon Piquant sauce, winter vegetables 21.95
Pasta Fruits De Mer
Mussels, Clams, Prawns, Halibut, White Wine &fresh Tomato over Linguini 24.95
Lamb Shank
Braised Lamb Shank, Lemon and Demi-Glaze, Sautéed Vegetables, over a bed of Cous Cous 26.95
Ahi alla Punttanesca
Seared Ahi Tuna, Linguine, Tomato, Kalamata Olives, Capers, Saffron & Olive Oil 22.95
Chicken Provincal
Tender breast of Chicken sautéed with fresh tomato, herbs de Provence, Sherry & hint of cream over herb pasta cous cous 19.95
Tahiatian Tilapia
Sautéed Tilapia, Coconut Mango sauce and Risotto 21.95
Pan Fletan roti Alaska
Pan Roasted Alaskan Halibut, Fingerling Potato, Tomato Confit, Chanterelle Mushrooms & green beans, Shellfish Emulsion 22.95
Crab Ravioli
Crab Stuffed Ravioli, Chanterelle Mushrooms, & Chervil
Black Truffle Cream Sauce 21.95
Moroccan Vegetable Cous Cous
Chef’s blend of Spices, Mushroom, Tomato, Carrot, Preserved Lemon, Tarragon & Parsley 13.95
Poulette Beaujolais
Pounded natural chicken breast stuffed with a Light cream cheese & basil, Chanterelle Mushroom, Potato, Spinach, and light cream sauce 19.95
Spinach Gnocchi
Homemade fresh Spinach gnocchi, Baked to perfection in a light béchamel sauce, 16.95
Parisian Style Meatballs
Sautéed in an Algerian style sauce, Served over a bed of preserved lemon Cous Cous 18.95
Short Ribs
Charbroiled Beef Ribs, Enhance with a Demi-Glaze, Served with mashed potato and sautéedvegetables. 26.95 Bistro Beaujolais Prixe Fix Menu for Two Course Two: Choice of any of our Soups or Salads.
Course One: Assortment of Taste and a half bottle of White Wine. (21.00 Value)
Course Three: Choice from any of our Menu Entrees including specials.
A half bottle of Red Wine (21.00 Value)
Course Four: Choice of any of our Homemade Deserts with a glass of Ruby Port.
69.95 Per Person
Bistro Beaujolais Prixe Fix Menu for Two

Hors d’Oeuvres
Escargots au Beurre ˆ l’Ail et aux Noisettes ~ escargots with garlic and hazelnut butter 9.75
Soupe ˆ L’Oignon~ onion soup “au gratin” 6.50
Pate de Foie ~ chicken liver pate 6.50
Gnocchi con Spinaci ~ spinach gnocchi au gratin 7.50
Salade Verte ~ mixed greens, Dijon white balsamic vinaigrette 4.75
Soupe du Jour ~ bowl of soup 4.75
Les Fromages ~ assortment of imported cheeses with housemade fig chutney 11.50

Appetizer ~Antipasti ~ Tapas ~ Meze
Seasonal Chef’s selection 12.00
roasted eggplant ~ beets ~ feta cheese ~ olives ~ saucisson

Plats Chauds ~ Entrees
Poulet roti au Romarin ~ roasted rosemary Free-Range Chicken breast, Yukon Gold potatoes 16.50
Osso Buco Milanese ~ braised Petite Osso Buco with mushrooms and polenta 23.75
Moules Frites ~ steamed Mussels with shallots & leeks in Sauvignon Blanc herb broth, French fries 15.50
Boeuf Bourguignon ~ braised beef in a red wine sauce with mushrooms, lardons, and potatoes 21.75
Steak Bordelaise ~ grilled Prime Hanger Steak, shallot-cabernet sauce, and Pommes Frites 26.50
Fresh fish of the day ~ (market price)
Petits Plats ~ Sides
Pommes Frites with Aioli 4.75
SautŽed Spinach in olive oil & garlic 4.50 Petits Plats ~ Sides
Pommes Frites with Aioli 4.75
Sautéed Spinach in olive oil & garlic 4.50
Ratatouille Provençale 4.50 Wines ~ Carte des Vins

~ By the Glass ~ Sparkling Cabernet Franc
Bouvet Brut 8 Madeleine’05 12.50
Bouvet Brut Rose 8.50 Champagne Cotes du Rhone
Comte Audoin De Terres d’Avignon ’05 9
Dampierre Brut 18 Sauvignon Blanc Pinot Noir
Rock Rabbit ‘05 7.50 Hallcrest “Power House” ’03 10.50 Pinot Grigio Cabernet
Masi ’06 8.75 Haymen & Hill Reserve ’05 10.50 Chardonnay Sangiovese
Solaire~Mondavi ’06 8.50 Umberto Cesari MOMA ’04 9 Bordeaux Rose Bourgogne
Marquis de Chasse 7.50 ’05 13.50 ~ Champagne & Sparkling ~ Comte Audoin De Dampierre 64
Taittinger Rose Domaine Carneros~Napa 70
Bouvet Brut 32
Bouvet Rose 32

~ White ~ Monterey & Carmel Valley 375 750
Chardonnay Solaire~Robert Mondavi ’06 32

Oregon
Pinot Gris King Estate ’06 33
Reisling Kings Ridge 30 Napa & Sonoma
Chardonnay Neyer~Carneros District ’06 58
Saintsbury~Carneros ’06 48
Hyde De Villaine ~ ‘De La Guerra ’05 64
Bouchaine Reserve ’06 37
Sauvignon Blanc Cakebread ’04 48
Amici Cellars ’06 30 Bourgogne
Aligote ’05 34
Chardonnay ’04 60
Chablis ~Fevre-Fourchaume 1er cru ’06 65 Loire
Sauvignon Blanc~ Eric Louis 29
Sancerre~ Hippolyte Reverdy ’06 24 45 Italy
Pinot Grigio Alois Lageder ~ Alto Adige ’06 20 36
Masi~Masianco ’06 34 ~ Rose ~ Bordeaux
Marquis de Chasse’05 28 Loire
Chinon~RenŽ Couly ’06 36

~ Red ~ Monterey & Carmel Valley 375 750
Cabernet Franc Madeleine’05 45
Merlot Georis Estate ’03 38 68 Santa Cruz
Pinot Noir Hallcrest ‘Power House’ ’03 40 Napa & Sonoma
Cabernet Haymen & Hill ~ Reserve ’05 42
Rodney Strong ’04 58
Jordan ’04 85
Chimney Rock ’03 58
Opus ’03 135
Meritage Rodney Strong ~ Symmetry ’04 98
Pinot Noir Bouchaine Carneros ’05 42
Amici Cellars ’05 40
Merlot Alexander Valley Vineyards ’05 21 38
Zinfandel Simi ’05 40 Paso Robles
Cabernet Justin ‘05 23 42
Pinot Noir R.N. Estate ~ Santa Rita Hills ’05 75
Mourvedre R.N. Estate ~ Jeunes Vignes ’04 52
Syrah 55% R.N. Estate ~ CuvŽe des Artistes ’05 64 Oregon
Pinot Noir Elk Cove `Mount Richmond’ ’05 38 76 Italy
Barbera d’Asti Fiulot Prunotto ’05 32
Rubicone Umberto Cesari ~“MOMA” ’04 34
Sangiovese Umberto Cesari ~“LIANO” ’03 49
Chianti Classico~Castello Di Ama ’04 95
Tignanello ’97~Tuscany 275 Vallee du Rhone
Cotes du Rhone~Terres d’Avignon ’05 35
Châteauneuf-du-Pape Charbonnière ’04 70 Bordeaux
Chateau du Moulin ~ Haut-Medoc ’01 42
La Croix Bonis ~Saint-Estèphe’ 03 38
Les Tourelles de Longueville ~ Pauillac’03 72
Chateau Mille Roses Haut-Medoc ’04 32 48
Chateau Calon Segur ~Saint-Emilion’95 225
Chateau Cos d’Estournel 89 275
Chateau Lynch Bages~Pauillac’03 215 Bourgogne
Bouchard Bourgogne ’05 48
Beaune de Chateau Rouge 1er Cru ’04
Bouchard Pere & Fils 40 62
Chateau de Pommard ’03 195
Chateau de Pommard ’99 245
Echezeaux Grand Cru ~ M.No‘llat ’05 295 Corkage fee $20  

Salinas Black Bear Diner is probably best known as the “local's hangout”, and proudly displays local athletic jerseys and photos on its walls.  With the true feel of that old fashion coffee shop / diner atmosphere, it’s just a fun place to sit down for a good old fashion meal! As with all of the BBD West stores, Salinas is also involved in many local events and fundraising efforts.  The Management and Staff become extremely active in community efforts such as St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital Telethon, Relay for Life, Salinas Rodeo, Monterey Food Bank, City sponsored organizations, and many other local church, school and individual groups. We are located off of the Laurel Drive exit of Hwy 101, it sits adjacent to the Laurel Inn Motel, a well-known Salinas landmark. Re-modeled and re-opened under the Black Bear Diner West Inc. flag on April 28th 2003, this building conversion was originally a Golden West Pancake Restaurant, built in 1973.  Located off of the Laurel Drive exit of Hwy 101, it sits adjacent to the Laurel Inn Motel, a well-known Salinas landmark. Salinas Black Bear Diner is probably best known as the “local's hangout”, and proudly displays local athletic jerseys and photos on its walls.  With the true feel of that old fashion coffee shop / diner atmosphere, it’s just a fun place to sit down for a good old fashion meal! As with all of the BBD West stores, Salinas is also involved in many local events and fundraising efforts.  The Management and Staff become extremely active in community efforts such as St. Jude’s Children’s Hospital Telethon, Relay for Life, Salinas Rodeo, Monterey Food Bank, City sponsored organizations, and many other local church, school and individual groups.