34 Best Bars near Carmel By The Sea

“We enjoyed cocktails and wine at Bud’s during our stay at LaPlaya last weekend!“

“I came here for the first time today and wow!!! What a unique atmosphere and energy. Diego the host originally greeted us and Rowena was our bartender/server. Only thing that upset me was we don't have this place back home! There clam chowder was amazing!“

“yummy food and great atmosphere my sliders were epic and the wine choices were great,Andrew was really attentive thank you“

“My wife and I had a wonderful time during a day-trip last Sunday, 4/12/26. Our server did a great job of attending to our every whim and request! The ambience was fantastic and even though it rained a little, moving into the bar area was another experience in itself. We can't thank em enough for giving us such a memorable experience!“

“Delicious pizza & drinks.“

“Barmel Love Love Love ❤️“

“Food and service was amazing! French onion soup and calamari to start. We both had the hanger steak which blew my mind. Cooked perfectly. Dessert was creme brulee and panna cotta both were amazing. Much more affordable and humble than anything in carmel by the sea and equally good if not better. Will definitely return for dinner again.“

“We had a wonderful experience dining at The Covey. We sat at a window table with a view of their water feature. The staff was extremely attentive and friendly. My husband ordered the Branzino and I had the Chicken Saltimbocca. Both dishes were excellent! Not only were the proteins cooked to perfection but the vegetables and farro that accompanied them were also very good. We look forward to dining here again.“

“Wonderful dining experience. Food was fabulous. We shared the calamari appetizer which was delicious. Then we shared the Paella oh my goodness was it wonderful. More than enough for two. This is a favorite restaurant of ours when we come to Carmel and it never disappoints.“

“The spot is very casual and the selection of brews is wonderful. If you plan to eat, get there early since the Taco Truck is the only food option and sells out of popular items quickly. We didn't order until 8pm and by then they were out of Fish and Carnitas.
It is a great spot to bring your dog. Our deaf dog can be reactive and having the large picnic tables leaves plenty of space for other dogs to be nearby without being so close that it's an issue.“

“Freddy & his team continue to deliver the best Italian food experience on the Monterey Peninsula. The attention to detail, the understanding and appreciation for their loyal guests is best in class. Likely the most recommended restaurant in the area.“

“Alvarado Street Brewery continues to evolve in the best path with excellent food and drink presentation. Significantly, staff go above the limit for outstanding service and timing. Steven, our server, is outstanding for perceiving when customers need a request. Alvarado Street is the highlight for food, service, and enjoyment on the Monterey Peninsula“

“Great selection and events like open mic on Tuesdays.“

“Beautiful view of shoreline, delicious entrees, great atmosphere, helpful waitstaff.“

“Ya gotta go to the Trident Room at the Hotel Del Monte on the Naval Post Graduate School campus/grounds. The building is old and simply amazing. Check out the huge ballroom before going down stairs to the bar at the Trident Room. When we went inside for drinks and appetizers on a Saturday night during Car Week in Monterey County, we were greeted by several bar keeps, waiter/servers and such. All three guys and the lady working the bar/tables were beyond polite, courtesy, spirited and had their acts together. It really seemed as though they were happy to be there and enjoyed their jobs. We had some great Manhattans and good wings and tomato soup. You must check out the history on this place and this room. I bet lots of sea stories and war stories have been discussed here. A worthwhile stop here indeed.“

“dj on monday nights. karaoke on Thursday“

“Who burned my tortilla chips???. LOL
absolutely delicious food. atmosphere could be a little more cheery, and I think that would have a lot to do with whoever Is handling the bar.. Definitely needs a little more love as far as customer service but overall this place has a lot of potential. EdithEsquire“

“The steak flatbread is amazing. The bartender with the red hair is very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The hot drinks were amazing.i highly recommend getting one. No dress code required. Free parking lot outside and its open late. Great vibe. We sat at the bar right away.“

“The bartender was very nice. He let us know the kitchen was about to close, and to get our food orders in. The food was very yummy. The patty was smaller than I expected, but tasty and well cooked. My daughter loved the waffle fries, and husband liked the tots. We had a couple drinks, ate, it was a very chill lunch we enjoyed.“

“Pearl Hour is one of my favorite places in town, a cozy, intimate bar with amazing cocktails, a great patio, and the occasional delicious food pop-up!“

“Un lugar familiar buena y deliciosa comidas esmerado servicio.“

“The best for outdoor seating and views. Order a Pizza!“

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“Small space, great music! Great staff!! danced the night away. happy as ever!!!“

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“Great Restaurant near the city center of Monterey with a great patio to enjoy the weather of the summer.

Top Pizza in Monterey. Margherita Pizza and Pesto Chicken are excellent. Great selection of beer and wine - mixed drinks too.

Today I had the duck sandwich with coleslaw. Excellent.

Personally met the owner. Lovely family owned place. Great customer service as well. Customer for life.

Street parking only. Wheelchair accessible.“

“London bridge pub-Monterey“

“We had a wonderful meal sitting with heaters overlooking the airport runway. Chef Tim Wood is a excellent cook, and all our food was fresh, and delicious. I highly recommend this unique restaurant to enjoy!“

“Great food and very friendly staff. Looking forward to going back.“

“Well they were out of everything, but cheeseburgers and my friend accidentally spilled my drink on me and they made us buy another when Sardines replaced it for free. FAIL in my used to be a server’s eyes. You ALWAYS take care of the guest!!“

“My family from Texas was visiting and we came for the first time….. best food, service and drinks. Joe was a great and welcoming service. 100% recommend“

“We had a delicious meal and the service was excellent. I highly recommend the clam chowder. My NY Strip Steak was cooked a perfect medium rare and came out hot to the table. Our server, Colleen, was friendly and knowledgeable. She made a great meal even better!“

“Came here while visiting the area for a conference. Great food (everything tasted excellent and was super fresh) and friendly + fast service. Staff was super attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. The pick three deal is a great value too.“

“Ok. Segovia’s is the kind of place that’s getting harder and harder to find.

I moved back to the area from Boston thinking this kind of place didn’t exist. It’s a real neighborhood bar, and it’s been one for a long time.

People know each other. Somebody’s always got a crazy story going, somebody else just got off work at the same place you just had dinner, and you’ll see them unwinding at the end of the bar, and if you’re new nobody makes it weird, you just end up part of the conversation.

Kat and Ali run the bar and they’re honestly some of the best around. Not just fast and good at making drinks. It’s how they treat people. They listen, they’re straight with you, they keep an eye on the room so nobody gets overserved or left out or taken advantage of. That kind of integrity behind a bar is rare and they make it look easy.

Brandon Segovia deserves credit for that. The place has been in his family for generations, and you can tell he takes that seriously. There are regulars who met here and are now close friends, some of them for years. That doesn’t happen by accident.

Lots of bars around here. From Ocean to Fremont. Very few that have been around this long and still actually mean something to the people who go to them. Segovia’s is one of them, and it’s worth your time. If you’re in the area, don’t miss it.“