Welcome to Taste Cafe & Bistro, a cozy European style restaurant where guests can view chef/owner Bill Karaki prepare each dish from scratch. Our European influence menu features items such as herb-roasted chicken, grilled rabbit, escargots, pastas, organic salads, exceptional soups and Au gratin potatoes. The marvelous fresh made brioche bread pudding, apple galette and hazelnut chocolate torte should not be missed. Come join us for a great meal that is like a slice of Europe in the heart of lovely Pacific Grove and enjoy our fabulous cuisine in a wonderful atmosphere!
Inviting chef-owned establishment offering a European-inspired menu, full bar & wine list. Based on 169 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.7 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ Delivery
Address:
1199 Forest Ave Unit 5, Pacific Grove, CA 93950
Phone: (831) 655-0324
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Hours
| Friday |
4:30–8 PM |
| Saturday |
4:30–8 PM |
| Sunday |
Closed |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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Closed |
| Tuesday |
4:30–8 PM |
| Wednesday |
4:30–8 PM |
| Thursday |
4:30–8 PM |
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Reviews
Jesse Mueller
What an indiscreet restaurant! The outside decor located in a cookie cutter building definitely doesn’t do this place justice! The food was AMAZING! The service was a bit backed up BUT we just happened to be seated right before a table of like 20 showed up. It took a while for dinner to come out but boy was it worth the wait! The servers were great, happy and pleasant, the place was nice and artistic inside, and the food was so so good! Definitely don’t let the outside looks fool you, this isn’t a “pizza joint”.
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Wilson Howe
The lamb is always cooked to perfection. The service is superb. There is even a chance the owner herself will serve you.
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Renee Miller
If I could give this phenomenal restaurant more stars, I would! The food is extraordinary — not just once— but every time, every dish. The food is fresh, seasonal, meticulously presented, and by far the best tasting on the Monterey Peninsula. It’s a family-owned business and each member of the family is welcoming and extremely skilled. You feel like you’re a family member yourself, while at the same time, you’re eating in a Michelin quality establishment. You miss the cuisine of Monterey, if you miss a meal at this incredible restaurant.
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DC Burtis
I’ve eaten here a few times, each time a treat. Most recently I ordered lamb. Unbelievable! The lamb was merely delicious, the sauce was a gastronomic masterpiece! Perfectly balanced and simmered to perfection.
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James Colon
Great food, unique choices, great service and small family owned restaurant
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Katie Johnson
My sisters and I met in Monterey for a “sisters” trip and happened upon this gem of a restaurant. The outside does not look like much, however, the second you enter into the restaurant you know you have made a great choice! The food owner/chef is a wonderful woman who gave us her undivided attention and a few good laughs as well! The food was absolutely outstanding from start to finish (homemade butterscotch pudding – YES PLEASE!). The entire experience was perfect!
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Nick Hait
Exceptional family owned and passionate about their menu. Had the most exquisite meal for my birthday last year and they even made a little dish for my dog to enjoy because it was a special occasion. We chatted with the matron of the establishment for a long while and were really made to feel like part of the family. Can’t wait to go back!
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Garrett Raymond
Doesn’t look like much from the outside, but this place is a gem. As good or better than any food in the area. Not particularly cheap but significantly cheaper than other restaurants serving this quality of food in the area. Family run. Can’t wait to go again.
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Deepa C
We had a lovely evening here with some amazing food! We had Chicken Dijonaise, Sphaghetti pasta with chicken n Chicken strips n fries. I must say that the Chicken Dijonaise was out of the world! One of the best I’ve had in a long time! A must try if you are here! The staff was courteous n understanding.
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Dean Meyer
Food was exquisite!! I could tell by the preparations and presentations of my group of three’s entrees that this place really wanted us to enjoy our dining experience!! Our young server was charming and professional! The atmosphere is perfect other than it being a little cold. Coming out of the mid December evening into a restaurant I want to feel cozy but had to put my jacket back on after 15 minutes. If not for that I’d give 5 stars all day!!
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