Passionfish

Passionfish Doing what we know, to save what we love! A sustainable seafood restaurant focused on saving our ocean. Join us for dinner and experience the NEW good life!
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As the first officially green restaurant in Monterey County, Passionfish sets an example with a strict policy of sustainable and environmentally friendly purchasing. Passionfish is owned and operated by Chef Ted Walter and his wife, Cindy Walter. With an ever changing menu that features the freshest sustainable seafood, slow cooked meats, farm fresh organic greens and delectable house-made dessert

s, your experience is guaranteed to be unique EVERY time you dine with us. The chef’s simply inspired dishes reflect his philosophy of serving healthy, flavorful, and ecologically sound meal choices. All are complimented with a Wine Spectator award winning wine list, priced well below what you might expect. Over the past eight years, Passionfish has earned a noteworthy reputation for Chef Walter’s unique California cuisine. His simple, inspired recipes have been published in:

- Bon Appetit magazine

- Ocean Friendly Cuisine: Sustainable Seafood Recipes from the World's Finest Chef's

- The Food of Fisherman's Wharf: Cooking and Eating from San Francisco to Monterey

Passionfish has also been featured on KRON TV's "Bay Cafe", Rachel Ray's "Tasty Travels" and the Discovery Channel's new healthy lifestyles program. Our Passion - Follow us on Twitter and be sure to check out these organizations to support our ocean friends:

Monterey Bay Aquarium - http://montereybayaquarium.org/
Tag-A-Giant - http://tagagiant.org
Eco Trust - www.Ecotrust.org
Oceana - www.oceana.org
Living Oceans - www.livingoceans.org
NOAA - www.nmfs.noaa.gov/fishwatch/
Sea Web - www.seaweb.org
Seafood Choices - www.seafoodchoices.com
Fish Wise - www.sustainablefishery.org
The Coastal Alliance for Aquaculture Reform - www.farmedanddangerous.org
Sea Turtle Restoration Project - www.seaturtles.org
Marine Stewardship Council - www.msc.org
Marine Fish Conservation Network - www.conservefish.org
Oceans Alive - www.oceansalive.org/go/seafood
The Institute for Fisheries Resources - www.ifrfish.org
Tagging of Pacific Predators - http://www.topp.org/
Leatherback Turtle Trust - http://www.leatherback.org/

New Menu Addition!Panisse & Eggplant Ragoût — crispy chickpea panisse topped with charred eggplant ragoût, tahini sauce,...
05/08/2026

New Menu Addition!

Panisse & Eggplant Ragoût — crispy chickpea panisse topped with charred eggplant ragoût, tahini sauce, and snap peas. This new dish is vegetarian and can also be prepared vegan.

Smoky, crispy, creamy, and deeply comforting — one of those dishes you keep thinking about long after dinner.

A favorite, now even better. Our steamed Manila clams with linguine in a rich fennel butter sauce just received a delici...
03/18/2026

A favorite, now even better. Our steamed Manila clams with linguine in a rich fennel butter sauce just received a delicious upgrade.

On our walls, a reminder of where your food comes from and our ongoing commitment to protecting the ocean. 🌊
03/11/2026

On our walls, a reminder of where your food comes from and our ongoing commitment to protecting the ocean. 🌊

03/06/2026

Sustainably sourced seafood. Thoughtfully prepared. Always.

Two new additions to the menu this weekend!• Arctic Char with matcha beurre blanc, daikon–fennel and dill salad.• Salt-C...
02/27/2026

Two new additions to the menu this weekend!

• Arctic Char with matcha beurre blanc, daikon–fennel and dill salad.

• Salt-Cured Striped Bass with miso velouté, leek ash, pink peppercorn, and watercress.

We’re open nightly from 5 pm to 9 pm. We hope you join us this weekend!

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01/31/2026

A team that loves wine—tasting together and choosing bottles worth sharing.
From classic regions to unexpected finds, priced for drinking, not just admiring. 🍷

The first course sets the tone. Which are you starting with?• Smoked trout ceviche tostaditas• Black bean–goat cheese fr...
01/23/2026

The first course sets the tone. Which are you starting with?

• Smoked trout ceviche tostaditas
• Black bean–goat cheese fritters
• Sea scallop with artichoke risotto cake
• Fried California squid

01/17/2026

A weekend at Passionfish. We hope join us for dinner this weekend.

Open nightly from 5pm. Reserve your table at the link in our bio.

Looking to host a group or special event? From intimate gatherings to private rooms, we can accommodate it all. Book thr...
01/10/2026

Looking to host a group or special event? From intimate gatherings to private rooms, we can accommodate it all. Book through the link in our bio or message us to inquire about a private event.

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Thank you for a wonderful year at Passionfish! We are deeply grateful for the support of our community, family, and frie...
12/31/2025

Thank you for a wonderful year at Passionfish! We are deeply grateful for the support of our community, family, and friends. Here’s to another year of protecting our oceans through sustainable seafood and creating meaningful connections around the table. Cheers! 🥂

We offer take-and-bake biscuits by the half dozen, perfect for effortless holiday hosting. Call us to place your order a...
12/18/2025

We offer take-and-bake biscuits by the half dozen, perfect for effortless holiday hosting. Call us to place your order and select your preferred pickup date!

Address

701 Lighthouse Avenue
Pacific Grove, CA
93950

Opening Hours

Monday 5pm - 9pm
Tuesday 5pm - 9pm
Wednesday 5pm - 9pm
Thursday 5pm - 9pm
Friday 5pm - 9pm
Saturday 5pm - 9pm
Sunday 5pm - 9pm

Telephone

+18316553311

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