Vivolo's Chowder House
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Customer Reviews (38 reviews)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Mar 08, 2010I love the clam chowder in the bread bowl, with the buttery toasty center scooped out. Absolutely divine!! (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Mar 05, 2010This restaurant definitely has the right name!!! They have the best clam chowder!! This is family owned and been a locals favorite for years... (more)
tubbyskins
on Citysearch Jan 28, 2008We had a party of 8 there for lunch a few weeks ago. They serve great chowder, nice salads, and fresh sourdough, all pretty quickly and with no fuss. It's a good place to take kids, as it's not fancy or stuffy. And take the... (more)
Steve H.
on Judys Book Jun 28, 2007I never miss the Monterey Bay Aquarium. It is simply awesome and unlike any aquarium you'd ever see...I mean, it's got to be the best in the world, or at least in the top 3. They have a deep ocean tank that's got huge... (more)
diningaloneandlovingit
on Citysearch Dec 12, 2006I had my mystery book and was looking forward to a nice fish lunch getaway. Sunny day good mood I decide on one of my long time favorites THE CHOWDER HOUSE. One oclock..one two tables finishing and leaving I am the only... (more)
stanfam
on Citysearch Dec 12, 2006We visit Pacific Grove several times a year from San Diego, Ca. Our very first stop is always Vivolo's. This has been a family tradition for about 12 years (perhaps longer). Our son's have come to expect this as part of... (more)
jeannierph
on Citysearch Nov 12, 2006My husband was visiting the Monterey Bay Aquarium when we found this lovely restaurant. We both ordered the 1/2 soup, 1/2 sandwich lunch and loved our meals. The soup was excellent as was the sandwiches that we ate.... (more)
H S.
on Judys Book Oct 17, 2006The Monterey Bay Aquarium is a family friendly Aquarium that has lots of great kids activities. This aquarium is in an old fish cannery. Its pretty cool and they even left some of the old factory equipment in place.... (more)
Ramona H.
on Judys Book Apr 12, 2006This is a very cool place to go for a day. This is an awesome aquarium. They have such a wide array of fish and sea animals. The jellyfish tank is so amazing. I could sit there for hours watching those beautiful creatures.... (more)
Karelin G.
on Judys Book Apr 09, 2006When we go to Monterey to visit, this is our first stop. I absolutely love visiting this aquairum. I never feel like I've seen everything there is to see here and that's a great feeling. Even though we don't have... (more)
Joanne R.
on Judys Book Mar 30, 2006This is an awesome aquarium and it is a neat place to visit whether you are a kid or an adult. It will give you a whole day of entertainment because it is so darn big. Actually, it is a little overwhelming and it is sometimes... (more)
popcorn *.
on Judys Book Mar 19, 2006This is worth a visit if youre in Monterey or the surrounding area. They have an amazing display of jellyfish right now that is fascinating. Other favorites included the Splash Zone and penguins and the sea otters.... (more)
Rich T.
on Judys Book Jan 26, 2006We were in Monterey with the kids for three wonderful days. This aquarium isn't what I would call just an acquarium, but a labor of love by one of the scions of the Hewlett-Packard clan.What makes it amazing? First, the... (more)
Amy L.
on Judys Book Dec 22, 2005This aquarium is the best around and anyone passing through Monterey should spend a day there. The exhibits are amazing and they often add new ones. There are various hands on exhibits for the kids. Located right on... (more)
jennie b.
on Judys Book Nov 26, 2005We stopped by here one day during a tour of California, and I was amazed by everything I saw. This aquarium is amazing. They have everything a kid (and adult) would want to see. All the information that is provided is... (more)
Laura W.
on Judys Book Nov 19, 2005The city of Monterey is a beautiful area in and of itself, but when we're in town we always make a visit to the aquarium. We love to go outside and see the natural tide pools. But it's really the jellyfish are the most... (more)
Tina S.
on Judys Book Nov 15, 2005Monterey bay aquarium is a nice place and a must to visit if a visitor to the peninsula. It is nice, friendly, great exhibits BUT OVERLY expensive (I think around $15-$20 per person) and VERY busy on weekends to the... (more)
Aaron K.
on Judys Book Sep 29, 2005This place is so fun! There's a lot to see, do and learn about. Food and gift shop get a little pricey. There are so many marine creatures here. All ages love this place, and the new Shark exibit is so wonderful. They're... (more)
S. N.
on Judys Book Sep 20, 2005I personally believe that the Monterey Bay Aquarium is the best out there. Every time we visit Monterey it is a must-see for us. It gets crowded because it is so popular, so try to get there as close to opening as... (more)
Cindy M.
on Judys Book Sep 20, 2005Monterey Bay Aquarium is in a very cute section of Monterey right by shopping and restaurants. The aquarium itself is pretty nice and seems to be pretty new. They have a lot of exhibits and even shows. It's perfect for... (more)