Esteban Restaurant in Downtown Old Monterey, celebrated for its seasonal Spanish cuisine, announces that Mario Garcia has been appointed its new Executive Chef. Chef Garcia is no stranger to high profile restaurants, having worked under the tutelage of two of the area's most celebrated chefs, Bert Cutino and Roy Yamaguchi.

Before taking the helm at Esteban Restaurant, Chef Garcia was Executive Chef of the Sardine Factory. Prior to that, he worked at Sanderlings at Seascape Beach Resort under the mentorship of Karl Staub as well as Roy's Restaurant at Pebble Beach Resorts under the leadership of Pablo Mellin.

Esteban Restaurant is located at 700 Munras Avenue, adjacent to Casa Munras Garden Hotel & Spa. Guests can dine outside on Esteban’s patio where heaters and the crackling fire keep them cozy or order food to-go and enjoy it in the comfort of their own home. To make a reservation or place your order for pick-up, please phone 831-375-0176.