9 Best Pubs near Pacific Grove

“Great Pub Grub! What an absolute gem in charming Pacific Grove. The Monarch Pub truly has it all—comfort, a laid-back atmosphere, and outstanding food. From the moment we stepped inside, we felt completely at ease. The setting is casual and welcoming, with a cozy bar, a relaxed dining area, and a spacious patio that’s ideal for unwinding. It’s the kind of place where both locals and visitors feel instantly at home.

We ordered the British Banger Sandwich, which came with perfectly cooked fries and tasty beans—it was absolutely delicious. We also ordered the crispy, flavorful Prawns and Chips, and they were excellent—lightly battered, golden, and full of flavor. And we couldn’t leave without trying the Sticky Toffee Pudding, which was nothing short of heavenly—warm, indulgent, and unforgettable.

The menu is full of great choices for everyone, including lots of fresh salads and hearty sandwiches. The prices are very reasonable, especially considering the high quality and generous portion sizes. Whether you're craving traditional pub fare or something lighter, there’s something to satisfy every appetite.

Monarch Pub also offers a great array of British and Irish ales, a variety of beers, and wines, along with a full bar featuring special cocktails—perfect for pairing with your meal or enjoying during a night out.

Our server, India, was wonderful. She was friendly, attentive, and genuinely kind—her excellent service made a great experience even better.

The patio added to the fun with its humorous signage, lush flowers, and all of its visual fun elements of Great Britain inside and out—creating such a cheerful and unique vibe that made our visit even more enjoyable.

It’s also a great place to catch a game—whether you’re into baseball, basketball, soccer, or more. The relaxed setting and friendly crowd make it an ideal spot for sports fans.

Easily accessible, you can stroll over, bike over or drive over with lots of nearby parking.

We’re already looking forward to catching a future performance by Katherine Lavin, who we know is incredibly talented. We’ll definitely be back!

Monarch Pub is a must-visit—whether you’re in the mood for a satisfying meal, a refreshing drink, catching a match, or just a casual evening out. Highly recommended!“

“Great food, wonderful service and awesome atmosphere!“

“I went tonight because I keep getting ads on IG. Walked in on a random Tuesday and the place is a very decent size and has great potential to be lots of fun. The employees were very friendly, particularly Jordan who greeted me as soon as I got in the door. She ensured that all my questions were answered and had a very bubbly personality. I will definitely be back and I hope you all visit too!“

“On the paper menu there is a small vegan menu with impossible nuggets, vegan meatball sub, etc. Not sure if the veggie burger is vegan or not. Service was very friendly and, while everything was fried, the food was fine. Beer was good and we sat comfortably outside. A nice option in an area without too many choices if you are visiting Elkhorn Slough or traveling north from Monterey.“

“Lots of fun, interesting and unique decor fitting the theme. Service was attentive and articulate, and waters were refilled, but soup wasn't delivered until after the entree. Sadly, the "icelandic cod" in "beer batter" was a sad and rather tasteless and tough piece of fish (maybe it was cod, maybe not) that was in fact served in panko type breadcrumbs, not a "batter" at all. This is "breaded" fish in British terms. And the chips were oven chips, not fried. As Brits excited to be in a town that seems to have about 4 restaurants serving fish and chips, we were disappointed in this offering and next time we go to Monterey we will try one of the other places.“

“Went to check out the Packers game and was not disappointed.

Service was great and I had a solid burger. Sweet potato fries were super tasty!

Ranch was legit (ranch is very important to me 😆) as were the pickles.

We had some more of the game to watch so I opted to try their cheesecake. FIRE. I might go back just for the cheesecake! No joke.

Great neighborhood bar, thank you guys!!“

“London bridge pub-Monterey“

“When it's busy, like on karaoke nights, service is very slow and good luck getting someone to come to the table to take your order. Not much for decor or ambience but quite a crowd on busy nights. Over all, i recommend for a nice evening out with friends.“

“Great food, fantastic service and great atmosphere“