Down in the cozy basement of Hotel Del Monte, Trident Room keeps that speakeasy charm without the password, pouring well-made drinks…
1 University Circle (Monterey)
“Down in the cozy basement of Hotel Del Monte, Trident Room keeps that speakeasy charm without the password, pouring well-made drinks alongside American comfort plates like salmon and mac 'n' cheese. Locals love the low-key scene, occasional live tunes, and the feeling you just discovered a not-so-secret classic.”
Other Brother Beer Co. keeps it simple in the best way, with house-brewed beers, an interior beer garden, and easygoing bites like pizza…
877 Broadway Ave (Seaside)
“Other Brother Beer Co. keeps it simple in the best way, with house-brewed beers, an interior beer garden, and easygoing bites like pizza slices and pretzels. Laid-back, industrial-cool energy, weekly events, and new releases make it a reliable after-work meet-up or Saturday-afternoon linger for Seaside folks.”
Cheap beer, strong pours, and karaoke nights make The King's Den the kind of Old Town spot where the game’s on, the regulars are friendly,…
22 W Alisal St (Salinas)
“Cheap beer, strong pours, and karaoke nights make The King's Den the kind of Old Town spot where the game’s on, the regulars are friendly, and your go-to song somehow sounds better than you remember. Rally a few friends and let this week unwind properly.”
Local wines by the glass, crisp drafts, and snacks meet weekly Trivia Night and legendary karaoke that somehow makes Thursday feel like…
241 Alvarado St (Monterey)
“Local wines by the glass, crisp drafts, and snacks meet weekly Trivia Night and legendary karaoke that somehow makes Thursday feel like Saturday. Sovino Wine & Beer Bar keeps the vibe friendly with plenty of local pours, perfect for an easy meetup or post-work reset.”
If you like your American classics served with a side of gearhead glory, Turn 12 Bar & Grill is basically a rolling start into dinner.…
400 Tyler St (Monterey)
“If you like your American classics served with a side of gearhead glory, Turn 12 Bar & Grill is basically a rolling start into dinner. Picture a 50 foot pewter bar etched with tire tracks, vintage Ferrari and Ducati lore, and a nod to Laguna Seca’s 11 turns, plus easy sipping cocktails.”
Comanche Cellars pours in downtown Monterey with tasting flights, rotating pours, and cheese-and-charcuterie boards that actually pull…
412 Alvarado St (Monterey)
“Comanche Cellars pours in downtown Monterey with tasting flights, rotating pours, and cheese-and-charcuterie boards that actually pull their weight. Keep an eye out for their new ZSM red blend, a tiny 80-case riff of Zinfandel, Sangiovese, Syrah and Merlot that drinks way above its size.”
If your week needs a little sparkle, Pearl Hour shakes fresh-ingredient cocktails at a classic wooden bar framed by local art, then flips…
214 Lighthouse Ave (Monterey)
“If your week needs a little sparkle, Pearl Hour shakes fresh-ingredient cocktails at a classic wooden bar framed by local art, then flips into Sunday jazz, tasty cabaret, queer dance nights, and burlesque. It’s that Cannery Row mood without the tourist chaos.”
Compact Disco is a small-but-mighty music venue and nightclub dedicated to disco and house, with state-of-the-art sound and lighting that…
420 Tyler St (Monterey)
“Compact Disco is a small-but-mighty music venue and nightclub dedicated to disco and house, with state-of-the-art sound and lighting that delivers big-club energy in a personal space. Expect craft cocktails and DJ programming curated by award-winning producer Kenny Summit, perfect for locals craving a proper groove.”
Whether you’re craving a low-key glass after work or a little wine nerding with friends, The Wine Experience delivers a contemporary…
381 Cannery Row (Monterey) · ✓ checked Aug 12
“Whether you’re craving a low-key glass after work or a little wine nerding with friends, The Wine Experience delivers a contemporary tasting room vibe, New American bar bites that punch above their weight, and hands-on workshops and events that give your week some delicious momentum.”
VIN by the Sea Wine Bar + Restaurant pours a deep list of small-production bottles and by-the-glass picks, plus build-your-own…
Between 5th & 6th Su Vecino Court, Dolores St (Carmel-By-The-Sea)
“VIN by the Sea Wine Bar + Restaurant pours a deep list of small-production bottles and by-the-glass picks, plus build-your-own wine-and-bite flights that actually teach your palate. Chef Paul Corsentino’s coastal menu (think Monterey Bay black cod, oysters, steak frites) makes it an easy weeknight win.”
Lalla Grill Del Monte nails the casual yet refined thing locals appreciate, with a fireside garden patio and a cocktail list that actually…
1400 Del Monte Center (Monterey)
“Lalla Grill Del Monte nails the casual yet refined thing locals appreciate, with a fireside garden patio and a cocktail list that actually earns its keep. The menu jumps from Mexico City chilaquiles to steak frites and solid burgers, so everyone at the table finds something to crush.”
Deja Blue Soul Food Restaurant & Club/Event Center keeps Seaside humming with blues, jazz and comedy alongside serious comfort plates like…
500 Broadway Ave (Seaside)
“Deja Blue Soul Food Restaurant & Club/Event Center keeps Seaside humming with blues, jazz and comedy alongside serious comfort plates like fried catfish, shrimp and grits, and candied yams. Come for the collards, stay for the groove... and maybe a Hennessy sidecar if the week needs smoothing.”
Albatross Ridge Winery & Kitchen pours cool-climate, mountain-grown Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from its Carmel Valley estate, then pairs…
316 Alvarado St (Monterey)
“Albatross Ridge Winery & Kitchen pours cool-climate, mountain-grown Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from its Carmel Valley estate, then pairs them with locally inspired tapas. Stop in this week for layered, racy wines that actually taste like our coast, plus bites that make the glass disappear.”
Dust Bowl Brewing Co. Tap Depot is your midweek reward, pouring 24 taps of house favorites like Taco Truck Lager, Taco Truck Lime and a…
Old Train Station, 290 Figueroa St (Monterey)
“Dust Bowl Brewing Co. Tap Depot is your midweek reward, pouring 24 taps of house favorites like Taco Truck Lager, Taco Truck Lime and a citrusy Double IPA in a laid-back, train-station setting that feels very Monterey.”
