18 Best Bars in Monterey

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

Customers` Favorites

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

“Great social place to get great beer. Definitely dog friendly, lots of seating inside and out. The food comes from a food truck in the back. They have canned beer to-go along with growlers and other options for their on-draft beer also. Located it the old train depot with some great historic photos of the area.“

4.5 Superb416 Reviews
Alvarado Street Brewery Brewpubs • $$
426 Alvarado St, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

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

“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“

4.5 Superb592 Reviews
Trident Room Bar • $
1 University Circle, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

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

“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.“

4.7 Superb47 Reviews
Fin + Field Restaurant and Bar American • $$
350 Calle Principal, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Cheddar Grilled Cheese
Beer Battered
Fish Tacos
Salad

“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“

4.2 Good102 Reviews
Del Monte Bar & Grill Bar • $
1300 Sylvan Rd, Monterey

“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.“

4.1 Good94 Reviews
Pearl Hour Bar • $$
214 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Shot \u0026 a Beer
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!“

4.1 Good138 Reviews
Compact Disco Bar • $$
420 Tyler St, Monterey

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

3.9 Good132 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 Superb431 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 Superb2059 Reviews
Melville Tavern Gastropubs • $$
484 Washington St Ste d, 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

“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.“

4.4 Superb323 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 Superb906 Reviews
London Bridge Pub Seafood • $$
256 Figueroa St #2, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

Clam Chowder in Sourdough Bread Bowl
Clam Chowder Bread Bowl of Soup
Clam Chowder in Sourdough Bowl
Philly Cheese Steak Sandwich
Monterey Calamari Fritti
Warm Grilled Shrimp Wrap
Westminster Cottage Pie
Crab & Shrimp Sliders
London Bridge Burger
Fish \u0026 Chips

“London bridge pub-Monterey“

4.3 Superb328 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!“

4.3 Superb274 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 Superb108 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

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

4.2 Good1000 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

“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“

4.2 Good492 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!“

3.5 Good258 Reviews
Segovia's Cocktail Bar & Lounge Cocktail Bar • $$
650 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey

“If you’re visiting Monterey and want to step away from the tourist crowds for a drink, Segovia’s Tavern is exactly where you should go. This place feels like a rite of passage — a classic local bar with real history, friendly faces, and a vibe you just can’t manufacture.

Located just minutes from Cannery Row and downtown, Segovia’s offers a refreshing contrast to the more polished hotel bars nearby. The moment you walk in, you get that authentic Monterey feel: relaxed, welcoming, and full of character. It’s the kind of spot where locals actually hang out — which is always a good sign when you’re traveling.“

3.1 Average77 Reviews

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