Location: Marina
Top Restaurants in Marina
Marina Food Guide: 10 Must-Eat Restaurants & Street Food Stalls in Marina
Marina is a city in Monterey County, California, United States. The United States Census Bureau estimated its 2013 population at 20,370. Marina is located along the central coast of California, 8 miles (13 km) west of Salinas, and 8 miles north of Monterey. Marina is also connected to Monterey, California by California State Route 1, which also connects it with Santa Cruz, California, after driving for about 35 miles. Marina is at an elevation of 43 feet (13 m). Marina was incorporated in 1975 and is the newest city on the Monterey Peninsula. The city includes part of the California State University, Monterey Bay campus, the UCMBEST branch research center of UC Santa Cruz, and the Veterans Transition Center (VTC). In 2012, Marina was named one of the 100 Best Community for Young People by America's Promise Alliance. The Fort Ord Station Veterinary Hospital, built in 1941 to provide healthcare for U.S. Army horses and mules, was listed on the National Register of Historic Places in 2014. This is the first such official recognition on old Fort Ord.
Things to do in Marina
1. Ticos Breakfast & Lunch
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 93 reviews
Reviewed By Rosemary C - Monterey, California
Was looking for a breakfast place in Marina near a hotel my friends were staying. Tico's came up with high ratings so decided to check it out. Not disappointed at all. It's a bit hidden away in a strip mall but very sweet once entered. It's a small place with indoor and outdoor seating. Staff are very friendly and helpful and the food is really very delicious. They have both very traditional American breakfast and lunch choices but I would definitely recommend the Mexican choices. Really well done and fresh. Very reasonably priced and good sized portions. Definitely get your money's worth and very worthy of a return trip.
2. Coffee Mia
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 87 reviews
Reviewed By 274christyd - Marina, California
Coffee Mia makes homemade pastries as well as breakfast sandwiches daily. I tried one of there Italian cannolis with a good cup of coffee was delicious. Shop busy with local customers who stated to me they come there weekly and enjoy the food and coffee, price comparison to other coffee shops about the same.
3. Noodle Bar
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 100 reviews
Reviewed By Alice J - Pacific Coast, USA
When we visit Vietnamese restaurants, my husband orders the pho. He is very discerning about his soup and loved the pho at this restaurant.
I usally order the spring rolls, which were a bit under par, but okay,
The full restaurant attests to the popularity of the place.
Marina is becoming a hot spot for reasonably priced restaurants with dishes from far flung locales.
4. Daddy's City Diner
Overall Ratings
4 based on 46 reviews
Reviewed By DAN R - California, United States
I am in the Marina area working, stopped here by accident, been back 4 times. Excellent clam chowder, ALL the dand burgers are great, love the steak fries. Limited hours, a great lunch and breakfast stop. Fast service, food comes out quickly, love this place.
5. Keoki's Hawaiian Barbeque
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 26 reviews
Reviewed By petey11monterey - monterey
Very Good food!!!Fresh & "home" cooked". Must try the combination plates. .Been there for lunch numerous times and never disappouints
6. Lee's Garden Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 30 reviews
Reviewed By Kaiserlichehohe... L
My Family and I have been dining at Lee's Garden for many years. The young Owner and her Uncle have delicious Food at excellent prices.
The Menu offers Diners a large choice of Lunch Specials at very reasonable prices.
Atmosphere is comfortable and the Restuarant is easy for Someone in a Wheelchair to dine in comfort. I highly recommend this Establishment!
7. Ho-Wah Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4 based on 45 reviews
Reviewed By littleeve - Marina, California
This restaurant was recommended to us when we asked about local fare. They have many wonderful dishes, but favorite is the beef and green beans with homemade garlic sauce. I think I could eat if for breakfast, lunch, and dinner!
8. New Korea Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By Peanut4Life - Monterey, California
We just discovered this little Korean restaurant. Good parking, cozy dining room (seats 36), great service, fair prices, wonderfully delicious Korean food! Definitely coming back!!
Restrooms are outside the restaurant, around the corner, but decent enough. Water heater in the women's bathroom keeps the room warm too.
The side dishes are tasty and the server keeps 'em coming. The appetizers are generous portions so don't be discouraged by the price (@$10/ea). Plenty to share.
Spicy soups are served piping hot and spicy. Perfect! Whole grain rice is an option. Many vegetarian choices on the menu.
9. Michael's Grill and Taqueria
Overall Ratings
4 based on 25 reviews
Reviewed By Dianna430 - Monterey, California
We truly enjoy this restaurant. The food is prepared fresh and is very tasty. They definitely add a new twist to your standard Mexican fare. My Husband and Father claim the blackened shrimp and chicken is excellent. I truly enjoy their vegetarian burrito with red or green sauce. We definitely recommend this restaurant.
10. Michi Japanese Restaurant
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 16 reviews
Reviewed By Yosemitesteve - Modesto, California
The food was really good and a lot of it.The bento box was somewhat pricey compared to my town of Modesto,but this is in the Monterey area.
The owner(waitress) was very friendly.The bento box came with 2 items,rice,soup,salad and was quite delicious.Everything was prepared perfectly and the service was excellent.We will be back.Take out is available too!It also can accommodate large dining parties.Give it a try!!
