At Crystal Fish, the draw is what lands on the table rather than an elaborate room. Diners describe a simple interior at this Lighthouse Avenue storefront and repeatedly praise the freshness of the fish. Sushi combinations and sashimi dinners earn particular attention, while boat-shaped platters give some roll orders a more playful presentation.
The roll selection stretches from familiar California and Philly rolls to firecracker, Frankenstein and green goblin rolls. Diners also mention sweet potato, ume shiso and pickled daikon rolls, giving a mixed group options beyond fish. For heat, the spicy tuna and Cannery rolls stand out in diner accounts.
Chicken teriyaki offers an alternative to a sushi-centered meal, and lunch specials make this more than a dinner stop. Beer, wine and sake accompany the food; diners single out draft Sapporo. Mochi ice cream supplies a sweet finish.
Crystal Fish is at 514 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. Weekday lunch runs from 11:30 a.m. to 2 p.m.; dinner begins at 5 p.m. and ends at 9:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 10 p.m. Friday. Weekend service is continuous from noon, closing at 10 p.m. Saturday and 9 p.m. Sunday. Reservations and takeout are available, with online ordering through the restaurant’s website.
