The Wine House — Restaurant in Monterey

I was really excited to try this place. Nice atmosphere, attentive server. Wine was local, my beer was from Maine. Our server informed us that they had a special dish served with Corralitos sausages. It sounded good so we ordered it. It came with two sausages, a few pieces of bread, mustard, a small pile of wilted arugula, and pickled vegetables. The sausage was good, not great. (Our drinks were reasonably priced, $6 beer, and $12 glass of rose.) Here is the crazy part, the two sausages were $24!! That’s the price of a seafood entree. Felt pretty ripped off. Also, we had our dogs, but it was pretty hot out and we did not see any water bowls for dogs. Luckily, we bring a cup for our dogs. We were also excited because they have live music on Saturdays, but, of course, the Saturday we go, they don’t have any. Go for drinks, but pass on the food. Also, bring water for your dog. Not sure if we will go back. If I want a drink, maybe I’ll just hang at a wine...

This was a great way to wrap up our wine tasting in Carmel Valley. You order at the counter, then take your number and find a place to sit. They will bring the food out to you, but you are on your own for keeping your water filled and getting napkins, utensils, etc.

The food was simple (grilled cheese with sun dried tomato pesto and the side of meatballs), but the quality and taste were on point. Two of us split these, and we each had a glass of wine (great selection of area wineries).

It was recommended to by Pyper at Sardine Factory, and we thank...

The place is a jewel in the heart of 831 and Carmel Valley. Comparable to an Oasis. Service is excellent and options for beverages and food. Service is excellent and the natural ambience that is set is beyond words to put in perspective unless experienced in person. With friends, family or just to escape the hectic lifestyle by yourself is...