The Lantern Room - Monterey Beach Hotel

Guests frequently describe portions as generous, several diners say dishes were large enough to serve as two meals.

Yes, the menu includes clearly labelled vegetarian/vegan and gluten‑free dishes, for example the Roasted Honey Nut Squash (V/VG/GF) and several mains marked GF such as Grilled Pacific Blue Prawns and Branzino.

Yes, reviewers recommend The Lantern Room for travelers who use wheelchairs, and staff seating choices (like booths) have helped families with babies feel comfortable.

Sunday evenings are a lovely choice, guests report that dining on a Sunday night tends to be peaceful and relaxed, perfect for enjoying the sunset over Monterey Bay.

Yes, The Lantern Room is well suited to special evenings, with spectacular ocean views and multiple guests reporting anniversary and celebration dinners there.

The Lantern Room pairs a calm, nautical ambiance with spectacular ocean views from every window, plus a recently remodeled, cozy dining room with comfortable seating and a welcoming fireplace.

The Lantern Room's fourth-floor dining room offers window seats and comfortable booths for ocean views, and guests often grab a balcony spot to watch the sunset.

The Steamed Salt Spring Mussels are a recurring favorite, multiple guests call out the mussels as a highlight on the menu.

Yes, families are welcome; guests describe bringing children and babies, enjoying booth seating, and kid-pleasing dishes like the mac and cheese.

Business casual sets the tone, aim for neat, polished, and comfortable attire, fitting an oceanfront dining room with sunset views.

Yes, guests mention enjoying sunsets from the restaurant’s balcony, so there is an outdoor space where visitors have dined and taken in the view.

Yes, the Lantern Room offers a full drinks program with local Monterey County wines, a beer list, and signature cocktails like Tropical Aperitivo and the Signature Old Fashioned.