19 Best Bars in Monterey

“I stopped here on my way out of town and almost skipped it because I am not a beer person, but I am so glad I gave it a chance.

The strawberry margarita seltzer was amazing, and the piña colada seltzer was just as good. I would genuinely buy both of these in a heartbeat if I could. If you are someone who does not love beer, do not let that stop you from checking this place out.

The patio was awesome and such a great place to relax for a bit, especially if you are stopping through town or looking for a casual place to unwind. The bartender was also incredibly sweet, which made the whole experience even better.

This ended up being such a fun surprise and one of those spontaneous stops I am really glad I made.

Overall:
10/10. Even for the non-beer drinkers.“

“Whoever the chef was that was cooking the swordfish special for dinner this evening is extremely talented. Hands down the best grilled swordfish I have ever eaten in my life. It was smokey, moist, and perfectly seasoned. The vegetables were buttery. Everything was perfect and so absolutely delicious! So happy I ordered the special. I would pay the $23 for this 10 times over. This place has class! 😎“

“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!“

“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.“

“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“

“Here for work on Super Bowl Sunday. Got there a little late and the place was packed, I’m assuming it was the owner, welcomed us in and said he’d find us a spot no matter what. He did and the service, food and atmosphere was amazing!!!! 1000% recommend!!!!“

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

“Oh Alvarado Street Brewery, I love you. This is my favorite brewery at the moment, I enjoy most of their beer offerings. The patio out back is nice and they have a TV with the game on but it can be difficult to get a spot. The wait isn't completely terrible, for dinner we managed to get seated fairly quickly and for lunch we sat at the bar. I had their beet salad and split a pizza with my brother. The beet salad was great and the pizza was OK. For dinner it was packed and a little loud so it was kind of difficult to talk. We ended up coming back the next day after golf for some beers and their burger which was delicious. Great spot if you enjoy their beers.“

“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!“

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

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“Amazing staff, bomb pizza, best place in Monterey for a wood fire pizza. Madison and her team go above and beyond. The owner runs a top tier restaurant and puts a lot of love into his food, the vibes, and level of service from the heart. Ian is the man!“

“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!“

“London bridge pub-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!!“

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

“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“

“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.“