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“

4.4 Superb335 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 Superb235 Reviews
Trident Room Bar • $$
1 University Circle, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

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

“This is such a cool place to eat, especially if you are staying in the Old Del Monte Hotel. Like a military club. Great prices, solid food and tons of history. Good vibes all around. Staff were friendly. Desserts are good and taste homemade. Sports on the TV. Recommended!“

4.6 Superb23 Reviews
Del Monte Bar & Grill Bar • $
1300 Sylvan Rd, Monterey
4.3 Superb16 Reviews
Pearl Hour Bar • $
214 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Pearl Necklace

“The best spot to listen to amazing music, enjoy delicious cocktails and making memories with your loved ones! Amazing staff and an even more amazing owner!!! Beautiful spot to hang out!“

4.2 Good69 Reviews
Fin + Field Restaurant and Bar American • $$
350 Calle Principal, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Cheddar Grilled Cheese
Beer Battered
Fish Tacos
Salad

“Love the food and the menu! We stayed in the hotel for 2 weeks, for relief from the heat where we live in Arizona. We ate here many nights and most mornings (where they have a great breakfast buffet or menu). The food was always fresh and delicious! Wonderful service and a fun bar too!“

4.2 Good30 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“

4 Good112 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

“Your average local sports bar. Nothing fancy.

TV’s, pub food, locals…

Very bright inside like you’re in a hospital. The vibe couldn’t use a little tweaking.

Wings make the top 10 list. Nachos are ok… menu has change since 2023. Key items like scotch eggs and fried pickles are gone :(

Beer prices are best during happy hour, outside of that you’ll be paying top dollar PG prices of $8-$9 a draft (which is crazy compared to East Coast prices of $2-$3 a draft).“

3.9 Good71 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 Good92 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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4.5 Superb136 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.“

4.3 Superb1801 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

“I have found a legitimate broker who has helped me in so many ways in the aspect of forex & cryptocurrency. At first, I was really skeptical that it won't work but I still kept the faith going until I saw a recommendation about Mrs Craig Vanessa who changed my financial status from grass to grace. Once again I'm really grateful for your help and support towards me and my family in this tough time of the year. If you are looking for a change in your finances, then connect to Mrs. Craig Vanessa today on WhatsApp through Facebook via Mrs Craig Vanessa“

4.3 Superb371 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 Superb23 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

“The service was wonderful. 2 items we ordered were out. NBD. Our medium rare steak was blue which they promptly fixed to a mid well. Ok. NBD. The meatloaf was thin sliced and way over cooked the mash and veg was just above room temp. Honestly if I lived here I'd probably go back but as a tourist with one shot .. I won't return when there are so many other places to try. I like the vibes and the food was trying. Perhaps the kitchen staff was over it because it was NYE. Whatever the case it was ok.

Vegetarian options: They had tofu on the menu, which is one of the big reasons we chose to try it and they were out.

Dietary restrictions: They had gluten free buns“

4.2 Good194 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“

4.2 Good129 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 Good203 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
Chicken Sandwich
Beef Stroganoff
Stuffed Cabbage
Bananas Foster
French Toast
Corn Muffin

“Husband and I shared 3 meats, 2 sides. Brisket, ribs, tritip, grilled veggies, and cole slaw, and cornbread muffin. Veggies were my fave part.. Only thing we will ask next time is for the bbq sauce very light, or on the side, they were WAY too drenched for our taste, I really would prefer to taste the meat, not the sauce. Otherwise nice people, great service.“

4 Good92 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 Good478 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 Good155 Reviews
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Cibo

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

“We hosted our welcome cocktails at Cibo the night before our wedding. It was truly the EASIEST of all events to organize. Michelle and Mario were helpful and attentive to make sure they knew what we were hoping for. The drinks and apps are excellent! I would move the food table more towards the bar only because I didn’t want to bother other people eating at the restaurant, but our area at the bar was perfect! It was the right size to accommodate more guests than we anticipated. The bar staff were friendly and nice as well- great customer service! We can’t wait to come back.“

3.8 Good144 Reviews

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