Monterey & Beyond
Food scene
Great Cioppino. Best on weekdays as can have a long wait on weekends
123 locals recommend
Phil's Fish Market & Eatery
10700 Merritt StreetGreat Cioppino. Best on weekdays as can have a long wait on weekends
Tarpy's Roadhouse
2999 Monterey Salinas HwyLocal favorite
Folktale Winery & Vineyards
8940 Carmel Valley RdNice wines and tasty menu of small bites.
Make a reservation and find out when the bagpiper is playing on the course for a unique experience. A favorite of ours for special occasions.
8 locals recommend
STICKS
2700 17 Mile DriveMake a reservation and find out when the bagpiper is playing on the course for a unique experience. A favorite of ours for special occasions.
Gusto Handcrafted Pasta & Pizza
1901 Fremont BlvdA grown-up pizza & pasta restaurant.
Sightseeing
Point Lobos
Point LobosWhat a beautiful hike!
Beaches
Best sunsets and a fantastic surf spot too. We like to come for sunset and then drop in at the Asilomar Conference Grounds across the street for coffee and a small bite and then sit by a fire or play a game of pool.
77 locals recommend
Asilomar State Beach
Sunset DriveBest sunsets and a fantastic surf spot too. We like to come for sunset and then drop in at the Asilomar Conference Grounds across the street for coffee and a small bite and then sit by a fire or play a game of pool.
For the kids, and big kids too!
Oscar's Playground
Fun video arcade best for kids at least 4 years old. Teens would love too.
Beer and Such
A collection places with great beer and food or small bites.
Alvarado Street Brewery
426 Alvarado StDelicious beer and burgers in the heart of Monterey.
Other Brother Beer Co.
877 Broadway AveTasty beer and bites for Ad Astra Bread Co.
By the wharf, a family-friendly place with tasty brews and a fantastic Mexican food truck on the back patio.
22 locals recommend
Dust Bowl Brewing Co. Tap Depot
290 Figueroa StBy the wharf, a family-friendly place with tasty brews and a fantastic Mexican food truck on the back patio.