5 Best American Restaurants near Marina

“love the burgers,it's worth your money.“

“New to the area and I give them 5 ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ ⭐️ I ordered a combination plate half fried rice half chow mein and salt and pepper chicken extra garlic add peppers…. Very very tasty. I’ve tried other restaurants in the area and this one is my favorite!!!“

“Delicious Eggs Benedict. I’ll go again.“

“I love this place they make you feel so comfortable and the food is always great! They have a nice selection of breakfast and lunch options with service with a smile! There’s plenty of seating and parking it’s way better then the chain restaurants any day! Local restaurants are great!! Thank you Marina Village Restaurant“

“This is the first microbrewery I can remember visiting. It’s been a staple of the central coast since August 2000. They avoid all the latest trends, instead focusing on authentic English-style ales, hence the name.

Opened by Peter, Rosemary and Karen Blackwell, English Ales brewing focused on emphasizing malt over heavy hopping.

The venue is kid-friendly, open daily from 12 PM, and features a strong community vibe with a Mug Club boasting over 1,400 members, where regulars have personalized mugs hanging from the ceiling.

English Ales Brewery produces eight core beers and four rotating seasonals, which have become staples in bars all across the Central Coast. These include: 1066 Pale Ale, Fat Lip Amber Ale, Big Sur Golden, Monk’s Brown Ale(a personal favorite), Pendragon Strong Ale, and Dragon Slayer IPA.

They do offer a flight of 11 mini pints for sampling their range, from light ales to porters.

English Ales truly is a “Cheers-like” bar where staff and regulars create a welcoming, homey environment. Despite its unassuming location in a business park, the interior features a cozy bar, comfy chairs, and a dartboard, with Mug Club mugs adding to the neighborhood feel.

They have a full kitchen offering food like Philly cheesesteak sandwiches, onion rings, and Italian wedding soup. s feel like locals.

In April 2025, the Blackwell family retired and sold English Ales to Mark Francis who will carry on the English Ales tradition.

English Ales has charm, personality, and a welcoming atmosphere. Parking is limited. They keep their restrooms clean.“