20 Best Bars in Monterey

Alvarado Street Brewery Brewpubs • $$
426 Alvarado St, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Monterey Bay Fried Calamari
Loco Moco Lunch Only
Pork Belly Poutine
Everything Pretzels
Wagyu Smash Burger
House Smoked Wings
Alvarado Burger
Mac and Cheese
The Pub Burger
Mushroom Pizza

“Amazing finding of this brewery.! We just loved the food and drinks, simple amazing and worth for its price.

Parking is little difficult as it’s in the prime area. But inside the brewery it’s simple fabulous 👍 much recommended one for brewery lovers“

4.5 Superb203 Reviews
Dust Bowl Brewing Co. Tap Depot Bar • $
Old Train Station, 290 Figueroa St, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Fish Taco Carnitas Taco
Nachos with Chicken
Chicken Quesadilla
Wedo's Fish Tacos
Nachos with Beef
Carnitas Tacos
Mahi Fish Tacos
Loaded Nachos
Public Enemy
Beer Flight

“Amazing Fish Tacos. Good beer. Lovely ambiance/place to hang out with friends and pets!!

You order drinks inside at the bar. You order food outside by the food truck. Plenty of seating. Tables, high tables, fire pits, benches.

Parking: $1.70/hr“

4.5 Superb220 Reviews
Fin + Field Restaurant and Bar American • $$
350 Calle Principal, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Cheddar Grilled Cheese
Beer Battered
Fish Tacos
Salad

“Came here while on vacation with my husband for dinner and twice for breakfast. The service was fantastic as well as the food. Fidel was super friendly, kind, and brightened our vacation so much. He is very knowledgeable about the area and wanted to steer us in the right direction when visiting places. His service was outstanding and his team was awesome, too. Next time we vacation in Monterey we hope to see him again! The food, as I mentioned earlier, was fantastic. I got the cauliflower steak and was surprised how good it was. My husband got the award-winning clam chowder bread bowl and he said it was the best he’s ever had. Normally restaurants will load up their chowder with potatoes, but in his bowl, there were plenty of clams. We finished off the night with the chocolate cake and a scoop of ice cream to pair with the wine we brought. Amazing combination.

Thank you to Fidel and his team for making our dining experiences unforgettable!

The breakfast buffet was also amazing. They had a made-to-order omelet and waffle bar as well as a ton of other items in the buffet, including: sausage, bacon, eggs, roasted potatoes, corn beef hash, cereal, fresh fruit, yogurt, pastries, muffins, donuts, biscuits, gravy, oatmeal and toppings, hard boiled eggs, and more.“

4.6 Superb24 Reviews
Trident Room Bar • $$
1 University Circle, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Chips with Cheese Sauce & Guacamole
Chips & Cheese Sauce
Chicken Sandwich
Street Tacos
Quesadilla
Nachos

“Trident Room Where I picked up a personalized bier mug years ago when I was speaking at the NPS.EDU The mug has been broken so I’m seeking a replacement. They marked one’s personalized mug on the bottom and left it hanging at the bar for repeated quaffing. Mine was marked ‘Cybercop’ a term I created years ago while I was teaching Cyber Security at the FLETC.GOV“

4.6 Superb19 Reviews
Pearl Hour Bar • $
214 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Pearl Necklace

“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!“

4.3 Superb61 Reviews
Del Monte Bar & Grill Bar • $
1300 Sylvan Rd, Monterey
4.4 Superb14 Reviews
Bulldog Sports Pub Bar • $
611 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Grilled Cheese Sandwich with Tater Tots
Fish and Chips Are Great
Pulled Pork Sandwich
Fish and Chips
Bulldog Burger
Sandwiches
Fish Chips
Coleslaw
Burgers
Salad

“When it's busy, like on karaoke nights, service is very slow and good luck getting someone to come to the table to take your order. Not much for decor or ambience but quite a crowd on busy nights. Over all, i recommend for a nice evening out with friends.“

3.9 Good57 Reviews
Compact Disco Bar • $$
420 Tyler St, Monterey

“Unique little night spot that was a fun little surprise. It is definitely compact, and they do have a dress code. Bar tenders are effecicient and the staff overall were very friendly and welcoming. If you're looking for a fun spot to have drinks on a night our in monterey, this is a fun place to add to your list. Service: 4 Atmosphere: 5 Cleanliness: 3 Quality: 4 Value: 3“

3.9 Good132 Reviews
El Torito Mexican • $$
600 Cannery Row, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Carne Asada Y Pollo Asado Con Frijoles Arroz Salsa Aguacate Quesadilla Y Chicken Wings
Chicken and Sour Cream Enchiladas
Shrimp Mazatlán Enchiladas
Fresh Tableside Guacamole
Grande Fiesta Platter
Deep-Fried Ice Cream
Bacon Wrapped Shrimp
Free Chips and Salsa
Carne Asada & Shrimp
El Dueño Margarita

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

4.5 Superb1429 Reviews
Jacks Monterey Bar • $$$
Two Portola Plaza, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Monterey Classic Eggs Benedict
Crab N Clam Chowder Soup
Create Your Own Omelet
Breaded Buffalo Wings
Breakfast Sandwich
Tempura Calamari
Pepperoni Pizza
Prawn Scampi
Quiche

“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!“

3.6 Good84 Reviews
the C restaurant + bar Seafood • $$$
750 Cannery Row, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Prawns & Dungeness Crab Pappardelle
Traditional Two Egg Breakfast
Ceviche and Dungeness Crab
New England Clam Chowder
Monterey Bay Calamari
Dungeness Crab Cakes
Buttermilk Pancakes
Day Boat Scallops
White Corn Ravioli
Pacific Swordfish

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4.4 Superb136 Reviews
London Bridge Pub Seafood • $$
256 Figueroa St #2, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Clam Chowder Bread Bowl of Soup
Clam Chowder in Sourdough Bowl
Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich
Warm Grilled Shrimp Wrap
Monterey Calamari Fritti
Crab & Shrimp Sliders
London Bridge Burger
Shepherd's Pie
Onion Strings
Chicken Wings

“London bridge pub-Monterey“

4.4 Superb75 Reviews
Tarpy's Roadhouse Steak House • $$
2999 Monterey Salinas Hwy, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Mixed Greens Salad with a Dijon-Red Wine Vinaigrette
Deviled Eggs with Truffle Aioli and Fried Capers
Smoked Salmon with Scalloped Potatoes
Buttermilk Fried Chicken Sandwich
Penne Pasta with Grilled Chicken
Syrah-Braised Bison Short Rib
Meatloaf with Mashed Potatoes
Chocolate Cake with Ice Cream
Crispy Calamari -Tarpys
Giant Bavarian Pretzel

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4.3 Superb290 Reviews
Melville Tavern Gastropubs • $$
484 Washington St, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Melville Grilled Cheese Sandwich
Blackened Chicken Sandwich
Blackened Shrimp Salad
Loaded Potato Skins
Tavern Chicken Wings
Roasted Duck Pizza
Meatball Sandwich
Blackened Salmon
Mozzarella Sticks
Duck Fettuccine

“Super good wings, burgers and sandwiches! The service was awesome, super quick and really attentive. The vibe of the place was relaxed and the decorations/history was interesting. Slightly pricey for a burger but it was super good and i’d get it again. I’d recommend the blackened chicken sandwich the most!“

4.3 Superb129 Reviews
Easy Street Billiards Bars • $$
511 Tyler St, Monterey

“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!!“

4.4 Superb27 Reviews
Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse Barbecue • $$
794 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Combination BBQ Dinner Plates
Beef Brisket Sandwich
BBQ Brisket Sandwich
Macaroni and Cheese
Mac \u0026 Cheese
Chicken Sandwich
Stuffed Cabbage
Beef Stroganoff
Bananas Foster
French Toast

“I’m from out of state. A group of us travel several times a year and have tried many restaurants. We always try to go to restaurants we wouldn’t have at home. This was by far the best. The homemade French press hot tea, Bloody Mary, rice and beans, cabbage rolls, caeser salad and turkey lentil soup. I can’t say enough about the owner and food. Give them a try!“

4.2 Good86 Reviews
Abalonetti Bar and Grill Seafood • $$
57 Fishermans Wharf, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Lobster Ravioli with Grilled Prawns
Clam Chowder in a Bread Bowl
Oysters on the Half Shell
Captain's Platter Fried
Creamy Clam Chowder
Old Bay Crab Cake
Captain's Platter
Calamari Tacos
Fried Calamari
Calamari Steak

“Very nice and friendly place to have a dinner date.“

4.1 Good121 Reviews
Schooners Monterey Seafood • $$$
400 Cannery Row, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Fabulous Oysters on the Half Shell Wonderful Views of Monterey Bay
West Coast Oysters on the Half Shell
Coastal Clam Chowder Bread Bowl
Red Wine Braised Short Rib Hash
The Schooner Seafood Platter
Fish and Chips with Coleslaw
Steamed Mussels Thai Style
Blackened Sea Bass Tacos
Schooners Seafood Salad
Dungeness Crab Benedict

“Beautiful view , delicious food !“

4.1 Good433 Reviews
Woody’s At The Airport American • $$
200 Fred Kane Dr #201, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Classic New England Clam Chowder
Seared Ahi Tuna Niçoise Salad
Sand Dabs and Calamari Combo
Hawaiian Mahi Mahi Sandwich
Beer Battered Onion Rings
Taco Tuesday Chicken Taco
Cobb Salad with Chicken
Huevos Rancheros Plate
Swank Farms Beet Salad
Pastrami Sandwich

“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!“

4 Good134 Reviews
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Cibo Italian • $$
301 Alvarado St, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Warm Chocolate Salted Caramel Torta
Local Field Greens Salad
Creme Brulee Cheesecake
Pizza Margherita
Chicken Marsala
Gnocchi Trio
Bruchetta
Pizzas

“Great dinner and music 😍. Good waiter and drinks were extra good ❤️“

3.6 Good66 Reviews

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