Privacy Policy

Introduction

Whaling Station Steakhouse respects your privacy and is committed to handling personal information responsibly. This Privacy Policy explains what information may be collected when you visit the Whaling Station website, how that information may be used, and the choices available to you.

Information We Collect

We may collect information that you choose to provide through the website, including:

• Name
• Email address
• Telephone number
• Company or organization
• Preferred event date and time
• Number of guests
• Type of event or occasion
• Private dining or group inquiry details
• Interest in optional photography or videography services
• Email-list signup information
• Birthday or anniversary information when voluntarily provided

We may also collect limited technical information automatically when you use the website, such as browser type, device type, referring page, pages visited, and similar website usage information.

How We Use Information

Information submitted through the website may be used to:

• Respond to private dining and group inquiries
• Coordinate requests with the appropriate Whaling Station representative
• Provide information requested by you
• Manage email-list subscriptions
• Improve the website and guest experience
• Understand how visitors use the website
• Maintain website security and prevent misuse

If you indicate interest in optional photography or videography services as part of a group inquiry, that information may be used to follow up regarding those services.

Private Dining Inquiries

Private dining and group inquiry information submitted through the website may be reviewed before being forwarded to the appropriate Whaling Station point of contact for follow-up.

Submitting an inquiry does not constitute a confirmed reservation, booking, or event agreement.

Email Communications

If you choose to join the Whaling Station mailing list, we may use the information you provide to send restaurant news, special dining information, seasonal offerings, invitations, or other relevant communications.

You may unsubscribe from marketing emails at any time by using the unsubscribe option included in those communications.

Third-Party Services

The website may link to or use services provided by third parties, including services for:

• Online reservations
• Gift cards
• Maps and directions
• Website analytics
• Email communications
• Website hosting and infrastructure

Examples may include OpenTable and Google Maps.

When you interact directly with a third-party service, its own privacy policy and terms may apply. Whaling Station does not control the privacy practices of independent third-party websites or services.

Cookies and Website Technologies

The website may use cookies or similar technologies that are necessary for site functionality, security, preferences, or website measurement.

If analytics or other optional tracking technologies are used, their implementation should comply with applicable privacy requirements.

Data Security

We use reasonable administrative and technical measures intended to protect information submitted through the website.

No method of online transmission or electronic storage can be guaranteed to be completely secure.

Data Retention

Personal information is retained only for as long as reasonably necessary for the purpose for which it was collected, business and operational needs, or applicable legal requirements.

Your Choices

You may contact Whaling Station to request that personal information you submitted through the website be corrected or deleted, subject to applicable legal and business requirements.

Depending on where you live, applicable law may provide additional privacy rights.

Children's Privacy

The Whaling Station website is intended for a general audience and is not designed to knowingly collect personal information from children.

Changes to This Policy

We may update this Privacy Policy periodically. The current version and its revision date will be posted on this page.

Contact Us

For questions concerning this Privacy Policy or information submitted through this website, contact:

Whaling Station Steakhouse
763 Wave Street
Monterey, California 93940
(831) 373-3778