34 Best Bars near Pacific Grove

“Great selection and events like open mic on Tuesdays.“

“What a find! The three of us had an absolutely wonderful experience with a warm reception from the owner, excellent service, cocktails personally delivered by the barman, and a great ambience!
The food was outstanding, and the extensive menu gave each of us plenty of choices. Great cocktail menu as well. The staff was attentive to our food allergies, and responsive to our desires. A delightful evening very much worthy of a repeat visit. As out of town visitors we definitely plan to return!“

“Beautiful view of shoreline, delicious entrees, great atmosphere, helpful waitstaff.“

“We were visiting from out of town and the bartender Mike was super friendly and chatted with us as if we were regulars. He is also clearly passionate about beers and basically gave us a tasting lesson to help us decide which beer we wanted for a full pour. Even after picking our beers, he had us try more. It was a great experience, and we even decided to get some to take home.“

“We enjoyed cocktails and wine at Bud’s during our stay at LaPlaya last weekend!“

“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! 😎“

“We haven't been here in awhile, sad to say, but for Father's day My Lovely wife & I did, glad we did, the Drinks are always great here, the Seafood is always outstanding. We Ordered the Smokle Salmon Plate, which was amazing & also back on the menu the Steamed clams with Garlic Bread (oh how Wonderful). My wife also ordered the cup of Clam Chowder which was delicious.“

“yummy food and great atmosphere my sliders were epic and the wine choices were great,Andrew was really attentive thank you“

“Had an excellent experience at Alvarado Street Brewery. The Classic Smash Burger is honestly one of the best burgers I’ve ever had perfectly cooked, packed with flavor, and absolutely worth ordering.

A special shoutout to our server, Andreas. He was incredibly knowledgeable, attentive, and fast throughout our visit. He made great recommendations, answered all of our questions, and provided outstanding service from start to finish.

I highly recommend this brewery if you’re in Monterey. Great food, great atmosphere, and exceptional service. We’ll definitely be back!“

“dj on monday nights. karaoke on Thursday“

“The steak flatbread is amazing. The bartender with the red hair is very friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. The hot drinks were amazing.i highly recommend getting one. No dress code required. Free parking lot outside and its open late. Great vibe. We sat at the bar right away.“

“My wife and I had a wonderful time during a day-trip last Sunday, 4/12/26. Our server did a great job of attending to our every whim and request! The ambience was fantastic and even though it rained a little, moving into the bar area was another experience in itself. We can't thank em enough for giving us such a memorable experience!“

“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.“

“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!“

“Delicious pizza & drinks.“

“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“

“Barmel Love Love Love ❤️“

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

“The best for outdoor seating and views. Order a Pizza!“

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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!“

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

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“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!!“

“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“

“Food and service was amazing! French onion soup and calamari to start. We both had the hanger steak which blew my mind. Cooked perfectly. Dessert was creme brulee and panna cotta both were amazing. Much more affordable and humble than anything in carmel by the sea and equally good if not better. Will definitely return for dinner again.“

“When I made a reservation at Covey Grill, I did so out of convenience as we were arriving to The Quail lodge late and I thought dinner at the hotel would be best after a long travel day. My family and I arrived to the restaurant at our reserved time and were seated immediately. The hostess even provided us the option to sit inside or outside on the deck. We opted for an indoor window seat. We began with the ahi grade tuna and satsuma starter. It was delcious. The tuna was so fresh. My husband and I each ordered the halibut market fish for the evening. The fish was prepared nicely and served with mashed butternut squash and asparagus. Our boys enjoyed their Shirley Temples, hot dogs and French fries. I must say the French fries were legit. We were impressed by the service provided and the quality of the dishes served. While we were disappointed to find out the restaurant would not be open for the regular menu the remainder of our stay, we were able to try their three course menu night via room service the final night of our stay. Be sure to check the days and times of operation and book a reservation as you will not be disappointed. Covey Grill is not your typical hotel restaurant.“

“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“

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

“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!“

“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.“

“My friend was having a really bad day. That’s was until he decided to spice things up by going to Chili’s. He ordered some non alcoholic beverages and got some mozzarella sticks appetizers that filled him up. He called them pizzas because of how big they are. Rest assured they turned his frown completely upside down.“

“Had a great experience here. The lobster bisque was especially delicious—rich, flavorful, and definitely one of the highlights of the meal. The food overall was very good, and the atmosphere was warm and enjoyable. Would happily come back again.“