“Just your run-of-the-mill diner staffed by the loveliest locals you'll ever meet. My boyfriend and I stopped here before our wine tour in Carmel Valley, and the Traileside Cafe provided the best hearty food to fuel us for the inebriation that lied ahead. We split the fish and chips and tuna melt which were both good. Albeit, not the best food we've ever had - maybe w notch above Black Bear Diner. But, not bad at all! What made this experience even better was our attentive, amicable waiter.“
“A too rare case of what a true, nearly extinct classic neighborhood dive bar should be. Ages 21 to 70+ in equal numbers. Full crowd most evenings but I most always found a barstool. Tonight a live duo backing up piped in karaoke. Dogs allowed. The last old school bar left in the Monterey area unfortunately, that I am aware of.“
“Just a lot of fun! Great local spot to enjoy something different. We went for my son's birthday. Showed up without a reservation and walked on to one of the last lanes available. We bowled for about 90 minutes, used the kids bumper to help out the youngest one. We had a few drinks with unhealthy snacks, then moved on to Air hockey. I think we all had a good time. I'd recommend it.“
“Had a great lunch today, my first visit here. Needed a gluten-free (GF) option so I ordered a chicken fajita (sans flour wrap) but with a corn tortilla and green side salad. Was very pleased with the quality and taste of everything (especially the chicken) and the generous blobs of salsa, sour cream and guacamole. Service was friendly and professional; you can see they take good care of their regulars but treated a newbie like me with the same kindness. Beautiful day, satisfying lunch.“
“The Village Wine & Tap room is filled with amazing wine, beer, seltzer & sour options, only rivaled by the wonderful staff! Jes and her crew are an absolute blast, with amazing varietals by glass to match. A must try next time you're in the Village! Try out the BoBo's Bubbles (before it's all gone), an absolutely refreshing and delicate sparkling Chardonnay that will absolutely blow your mind!“