Sip, savor and share authentic tapas and enjoy true Spanish flavors at Estéban Restaurant, one of the best destinations in Monterey Bay for pintxos (small bites) and seafood. Estéban Restaurant caters to guests with seasonal offerings made with the freshest seafood and local produce. Each season Chef Thomas Snyder develops a delicious menu of Tapas plates to share made with fresh, local ingredients and innovative flavor combinations. Its no wonder Estéban was voted Best Appetizers / Small Plates in Monterey. Wondering what you should eat when you visit? We’ve covered our most loved dishes below.
Any visit to Estéban is not complete without an order of our authentic Spanish paella. With three options to choose from you’re bound to find one that electrifies your taste buds. Our Paella de la Tierra is made with sausage, lamb, and chicken while our seafood Paella del Mar is made with prawns, mussels, clams, and chorizo. And if you’re really bold, be sure to try our Paella Negra, made with Monterey calamari, Serrano ham, and squid ink (yes, it turns your tongue black!). Our Paella dishes are made to share and typically feed 2-3 people, so grab a friend try one today.
This popular restaurant is part of the Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa, one of the five Inns of Monterey properties, boasting a Spanish-inspired setting and relaxing retreat for guests.