Monterey Bay Fish Grotto   

The SceneThe restaurant is reached via elevator, accentuating an already striking view from Mount Washington. (This used to be the site of Christopher's.) An elevated bar and large pillars, painted as palms, dominate the room. The FoodWhile there are a number of standards, check out the "fish board" for specials. Often they consist of fish flown in that day from Hawaii. The ahi, coated with black sesame seeds and char-grilled, is a favorite for tuna lovers who prefer sashimi. Another big seller is the grilled sea bass with macadamia nuts. If it's available, try the opaka-paka or onaga. Dinners come with clam chowder or salad, plus a vegetable or some form of starch. The turtle pie, carrot cake and white chocolate macadamia nut mousse hit the sweet tooth just right. Or go sweet and sour with the unusual and delicious lemon rhapsody.