Passionfish

Passionfish

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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!

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 desserts, 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 W**e Spectator award winning w**e 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 @Passionfish 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/

Photos from Passionfish's post 09/25/2026

We’d love to welcome you. Consider this your invitation to spend the weekend with us.

Dinner nightly at 5 PM. 🥂

Photos from Passionfish's post 08/31/2026

Have a birthday or special celebration coming up? Celebrate with us. From intimate dinners to larger gatherings, we’ll help make your event memorable.

Photos from Passionfish's post 08/25/2026

Our award-winning w**e list features over 250 thoughtfully curated selections from around the world. From everyday favorites to rare finds, we believe exceptional w**e should be accessible, which is why our bottles are always fairly priced and our list is constantly evolving with something new to discover.

So go ahead, get that bottle for the table!🍷

**elist

08/14/2026

We’re honored to be nominated for several Monterey County Weekly Best Of Awards.

• Best Restaurant in Pacific Grove
• Best Seafood Restaurant
• Best Restaurant Over 10 Years Old
• Best W**e List
• Best W**es by the Glass

We’re grateful to our guests and our community for nominating us. If you’ve enjoyed dining with us, we’d be honored to have your vote. Voting closes August 26th.

Vote: https://www.montereycountynow.com/bestof/

08/04/2026

Comfort meets refinement.

Photos from Passionfish's post 07/19/2026

The dish you’ll be thinking about long after dinner.

Duck confit, honey reduction, crispy potato pavé, garlic aioli, and horseradish broccolini.

07/10/2026

If this isn’t on your weekend agenda, it should be.

Photos from Passionfish's post 07/06/2026

12 hours. One unforgettable bite.

Spoon-tender lamb breast, chickpea & Meyer lemon stew, and silky goat cheese sauce.

Come see why. 🍷🐑

06/29/2026

Passionfish has always been about three things: sustainable seafood, realistic w**e prices, and being a favorite spot for those who love great food with a purpose. We hope you join us soon!

**elist

06/11/2026

Welcome in.

Sustainable seafood, good company, and a seat waiting for you!

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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

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