Overlooking Monterey's Fisherman's Wharf, Paluca Trattoria is a charming, rustic restaurant that specializes seafood-heavy Sicilian classics and other Italian fare along with boutique wines and freshly brewed espresso coffees. Chef and owner Sal Tedesco brings the rich tastes and flavors of Sicily to the heart of Monterey with a creative menu of traditional seafood-centric Italian fare such as clam chowder, Sicilian prawns, beer-battered Alaskan cod, and a variety of housemade pasta with from-scratch sauces. The restaurant has a warm dining room with classic décor, a pet-friendly patio with waterfront tables offering waterfront views, and a full-service bar that serves boutique wines, craft beers, and classic cocktails. Paluca Trattoria is open for lunch and dinner, seven days a week.

6D Old Fishermans Wharf, Monterey, CA 93940, Phone: 831-373-5559

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