28 Best Cocktail Bars near Pacific Grove

“Oh my goodness, this is THE place! So happy we found it and ventured in! Will always remember out fantastic hosts Sue and Bill, and their lovely establishment. It is so much MORE than a restaurant, it is a place like home: warm, loving, caring and delicious!“

“Food: First time a pasta dish has tasted as good as something I could make at home. Nothing beats grandmas Italian cooking but she’d certainly enjoy this place.

Service: They were busy.

Atmosphere: Very cute and slightly moody atmosphere. Wish they were open later for a little drinks after dark moment.“

“Fabulous food! Great wine and outstanding service! I can’t wait to come back“

“Our visit to Stoke's Adobe last weekend produced the best meal I've had on The Peninsula in a decade! Restauranteur, Sarah Orr, has hit one out of the park. The dishes prepared by Executive Chef, Bryce Hansen, were flawless, my favorties being the seared scallops and truffle chicken. Loved the nod to former occupant and socialite, Hattie Gragg, with the inclusion of the Hattie's Old Fashioned on the cocktail menu :) Looking forward to our next visit and an opportunity to sample other items on their ever evolving menu.“

“I'll start off by saying I love dive bars. So naturally, Alfredos is my type of bar. It's a cash only bar with an ATM inside. They don't serve any type of food. They do, however, have a menu from a business that's right across the street. They do deliver! Awesome! Bartender and company are very friendly! 5 stars from me! Cheers!“

“Fabulous food and terrific service and hospitality from a friendly and professional staff. My wife and I both took the wine pairing and the selection and quality of the wines were flawless. Unlike another high-end restaurant where we had dinner a few months ago, there was nothing stingy about the pours at Chez Noir. It's a pricey meal to be sure, but we both thought it was worth it and will definitely re-visit.“

“Barmel Love Love Love ❤️“

“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.“

“I loved dining by candlelight. I had the camarones al mojo de ajo and it was delicious. Oh and the palomas were amazing!“

“This is one of the most unique and exciting restaurants in Carmel. Amazing cocktails and the food is both creative and authentic. Wine list is great too! Never disappoints.“

“Great food, wonderful service and awesome atmosphere!“

“—->> IMPORTANT: read the whole review. The hotel is in a weird part of the neighborhood that made me think there might be some seedy businesses nearby, the small parking lot behind the building is accessed by an extremely narrow alleyway and I was afraid I might have trouble turning the car around, and the rooms are small. —- BUT —- The hotel has tons of charm and they work hard to make your stay memorable. Our room was thoughtfully appointed with hardwood flooring and a heated tile bathroom, supportive pillows, an electric fireplace, a wireless charger, a jetted tub, and Charmin toilet paper! The window opened out to a small hint of a balcony. As we were coming and going throughout our stay I was touched to see the cleaning staff spend so much time cleaning just one room, and even at one out I saw one of them polishing the baseboards. The breakfast was delicious, with freshly baked popovers hot out of the oven accompanied by butter and homemade jam. The lemon ricotta pancakes were very good — I had no idea lemon could taste fragrant and floral without being sour. The polenta was buttery and delicious. We got to meet the owner Nick, who was very nice. Tony checked us in and served us breakfast with a smile every morning.“

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

“OMG!!! For 7 years that I have live in Downtown Carmel-by-the-sea by the sea and I have never experienced A.W Shucks so guess what! ... new Place Unlocked from now on every Monday ill be here, the rest of my week is booked, but!! But the service, the Bartender make me the best Cocktail ever. And WAIT!! Does get Better. Have You EVER seen the Cleannest bathroom i have ever Been. I walked into and I feel Heaven! 10/10 I wanna have my own seat on this bathroom, I'm very happy
Get a drink and go to the Bathroom!!!!!!“

“Great service and excellent food! Right on the water“

“Excellent food and great service and good live music.“

“Our first visit to Lalla Grill Del Monte and it was fabulous! The food was delicious. Our waiter Tino was friendly, professional, and on top of everything. Later we went to the bar. It was fully stocked and the bartender, Rae, was the bomb! Worth a visit if you are in the area! Highly recommend.“

“Great service, great food and wonderful atmosphere.“

“We had very nice anniversary dinner at Stationaery. We sat outside, since we still do not feel comfortable for an indoor seating due to pandemic. The evening was cool, but heating lamps made it comfortable for longer and leisure meal. Both food and service were excellent. We highly recommend this friendly restaurant and will be back for sure🤩“

“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!“

“Beautiful restaurant and atmosphere but the last visit we had the service was not good. We were seated at a high top table in the bar area. After we received our initial drinks the server never returned. We sat there over an hour before someone else came by. Unfortunately the lack of service continued even after that. The manager came over to assist and he was wonderful. He was very apologetic about everything and ended up comping our entire bill.“

“Fun sitting at the Sushi Bar! Great team, great service, and of course great food!“

“Enjoyed an amazing lunch! Delicious and the service was great 😊 👍🏻 Totally recommend this place.“

“We were a party of seven, two of them under 4 years old. One of our grandkids has food allergies. The staff was so attentive and careful with the preparation and service. It was above and beyond our expectations. We had dinner there two nights because they cared. Thank you Sea Root.“

“Barmel Love Love Love ❤️“

“My husband and I spent several days last week visiting the Monterey Bay area and had several people recommend Lalla Grill Oceanside as a great place to dine. They were so right ... the food, the service, and the atmosphere were all top notch! Our server, Serena, was an absolutely delightful young lady and helped us order a selection of foods that were all amazing! The floor-to-ceiling windows overlooking the water offered spectacular views. Next time we visit the area, there will definitely be a return trip to Lalla Grill!“

“Excellent seafood restaurant with fresh, flavorful dishes and generous portions. Everything we ordered was delicious and cooked perfectly. The service was friendly and attentive, making the experience even better. The atmosphere really makes you feel like you’re in a classic coastal city, with a charming and relaxing vibe that adds to the experience. Highly recommend this place, and I’ll definitely be back!“

“Happy with the experience. Ada friendly for a knee rover, good variety of food options, live music at night is actually enjoyable and tables in the back allow you to enjoy it without it being to loud where you can still have a conversation. Great location, one of the few places open late, and good casual solid dining for late night by the ocean. The halibut may be a standout but remember, it is a bottom feeder.

You are what you eat…..“