LALLA GRILL in Monterey

We started the weekend in Salinas and made out way to Monterey.  Sunday morning, Nance and I took a lovely long walk (or "Historical Walk") along the famous old fashioned houses and out towards the pier.  For lunch, we met up with my grandfather's best friend from college and fraternity brother at University of Washington, along with his wife.  They are from Capitola and absolutely hilarious.  We choose a fun little restaurant, LALLA GRILL, up the hill from our Best Western hotel away from the pier.

This appeared to be like an upscale diner, but had much more than sandwiches and burgers.  The inside was quite classy with white chairs, tables, and funky lights hanging from the ceiling.  For lucky customers who could or chose to sit outside, there was a nice fireplace going.  Prime seating is along the window, mostly for 2-4 people.  Unfortunately we were over the limit by 1, so we were placed in a booth on the inside of the restaurant, a little cozy, but perfect.  Each group that is seated is served a bowl of veggie or sweet potato chips and boy, I would swap baguette for those any day!

Nancy's turkey burger with side salad - according to her, probably the best turkey burger she has ever had! It was something about the spiced inside. (I was having a little difficulty with the formatting, so it is on its side)

Bob went with a breakfast for lunch - Huevos Rancheros with a TON of sour cream, but absolutely DELICIOUS. 

This would be my 1/2 Sandwich & 2 Side combination: Chicken sandwich (ciabatta, chicken, avocado, sprouts, lettuce, tomato), side salad, and onion rings. Perfectly fried onion rings and juicy, tender chicken.

Honestly, this was an excellent choice for our lunch.  They serve breakfast for lunch and dinner, but are only not open for the breakfast hour. Highly recommended any 'ol time. Check it out next time you are in Monterey!

LallaGrill

1400 Del Monte Shopping Center
Monterey , CA93940