18 Best Bars in Monterey

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

“Had an amazing evening. Awesome beer and a mindblowing variety. But even better…your regular guests like “Hophead Ryan” next to me at the bar. The conversations we had, are the reason I travel.
Please tell him Sven loved his “Monterey
Fish House recommendation”.“

4.5 Superb426 Reviews
Alvarado Street Brewery Brewpubs • $$
426 Alvarado Street, 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

“I dream of the smashburger and wings. Burger Monday was a weekly staple, along with Wing Wednesday. Rico (the bartender) was always so kind and gave this place a strong sense of community. Despite Monterey being a tourist destination, Alvarado Street Brewery and their locations create a great atmosphere for locals too. I hope Rico is doing well!!!“

4.5 Superb613 Reviews
Pearl Hour Bar • $$
214 Lighthouse Avenue, 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!“

4.4 Superb141 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“

4.4 Superb102 Reviews
Trident Room Bar • $
1 University Circle, Monterey

Customers` Favorites

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

“Probably the best military bar I've been to. Good prices, food was solid, atmosphere is great, and the beer selection wasn't bad!
I wish more military hotels had this amenity.

Only complaint was 10pm closing time. I wish the place stayed open longer.“

4.5 Superb49 Reviews
Del Monte Bar & Grill Bar • $$
1300 Sylvan Road, 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 Good95 Reviews
Tarpy's Roadhouse Steak House • $$
2999 Monterey - Salinas Highway, 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 Superb927 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

“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“

4.4 Superb439 Reviews
Compact Disco Bar • $$
420 Tyler Street, Monterey

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

3.9 Good136 Reviews
Melville Tavern Gastropubs • $$
484 Washington Street 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

“Absolutely adore this place. The blackened chicken alfredo dish is to diee for.

Right now they have the place decorated for halloween 🍄🕯 and it definitely gives a really good autumn vibe to the whole place.

The servers are kind and energetic 🩷“

4.4 Superb327 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.“

4.2 Good2095 Reviews
London Bridge Pub Seafood • $$
256 Figueroa Street Suite 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 Superb333 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 Good1026 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!“

3.8 Good262 Reviews
Easy Street Billiards Bars • $$
511 Tyler Street, 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!!“

4.5 Superb112 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 Good513 Reviews
Woody’s At The Airport American • $$
200 Fred Kane Drive Suite 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!“

4.2 Good293 Reviews
Segovia's Cocktail Bar & Lounge Cocktail Bar • $$
650 Lighthouse Avenue, Monterey

“Ok. Segovia’s is the kind of place that’s getting harder and harder to find.

I moved back to the area from Boston thinking this kind of place didn’t exist. It’s a real neighborhood bar, and it’s been one for a long time.

People know each other. Somebody’s always got a crazy story going, somebody else just got off work at the same place you just had dinner, and you’ll see them unwinding at the end of the bar, and if you’re new nobody makes it weird, you just end up part of the conversation.

Kat and Ali run the bar and they’re honestly some of the best around. Not just fast and good at making drinks. It’s how they treat people. They listen, they’re straight with you, they keep an eye on the room so nobody gets overserved or left out or taken advantage of. That kind of integrity behind a bar is rare and they make it look easy.

Brandon Segovia deserves credit for that. The place has been in his family for generations, and you can tell he takes that seriously. There are regulars who met here and are now close friends, some of them for years. That doesn’t happen by accident.

Lots of bars around here. From Ocean to Fremont. Very few that have been around this long and still actually mean something to the people who go to them. Segovia’s is one of them, and it’s worth your time. If you’re in the area, don’t miss it.“

4 Good81 Reviews

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