Restaurants in Seaside

Maligne is Seaside's most critically recognized restaurant — Michelin Bib Gourmand in both 2024 and 2025, plus a 2025 Opinionated About Dining Top Restaurants in North America placement. At $$$, chef Abisai Sanchez runs a Californian kitchen that punches well above its price tier. Book a few days ahead for weekdays; give more lead time for weekend service.

A Michelin Plate-recognised Italian-American restaurant in Seaside with back-to-back recognition in 2024 and 2025, a serious 320-selection wine list, and $$ cuisine pricing that makes it the most credentialed accessible option in the market. Easy to book and well-suited to groups. A strong return visit, not just a first-time discovery.