Top Restaurants in Salinas

Red Lobster

If you have a hankering for seafood this is the place to go. Red Lobster has a wide variety of good eats for the whole family. Various appetizers, special entrees, drinks and desserts ensure a menu with something for just about anybody. Lunch and dinner menus include shrimp, soups and salads, seafood platters, chicken, steak, and pasta. For calorie-counters, choose from the LightHouse Menu, which highlights dishes that won't cause you to tip the scales. A Kid's Menu is available with fine fare for the little ones like chicken fingers and mac & cheese. Be sure to save room for a scrumptious dessert. Gift Cards are available as a great gift for the seafood lover.

Olive Garden

Olive Garden serves up authentic Italian cuisine. Their signature breadsticks and one-of-a-kind menu make them an American icon. Standard Italian options like bruchetta, calamari, ravioli, and eggplant parmigiana line their lengthy menu. More exotic items like salmon, chicken dishes, and innovative pizzas are also available. For the calorie-counter, Olive Garden has a range of low fat and low carbohydrate options. Their bottomless salads ensure a well-balanced feast. Enjoy your meal with a bottle from their extensive wine list or one of their tropical island drinks. Finally, top it all off with a little something from their dessert menu- their cakes, custards, and ice creams are sure to win you over. Lunch and take out menus are available.

Outback Steakhouse

Take in the atmosphere of the Australian Outback while enjoying mouth-watering entrees and high-quality service. Serving dinner only, Outback Steakhouse offers an extensive menu featuring appetizers, chicken, ribs, steak, seafood, pasta, salads and desserts for moderate prices. Family-friendly, the casual restaurant has something for everyone at its numerous locations in North and South America, Europe, Asia and Australia. Outback Steakhouse also offers call-ahead seating and curbside take-away. Check website for locations and menu selections.

Salinas Valley Fish House

In the mood for some tasty seafood? Head down to the Salinas Valley Fish House. Fresh fare like succulent BBQ oysters, clam chowder, fresh halibut and even chicken and steaks comprise the yummy menu. Accompaniments like beer and wine create a nice well rounded meal. Although the ambience is nothing spectacular, the reasonable prices and selection of dishes attract patrons.

The Steinbeck House

A historic house now converted into a restaurant, the Steinbeck House allows you to mix food and culture. Enjoy the old time atmosphere and learn more about the famed author John Steinbeck, while you dig into dishes made from the freshest of the area's produce. A visit here not only guarantees you an interesting tour but an array of wholesome seasonal fare. Sink your teeth into literary and culinary pleasures!