Guidebook for Monterey

Aaron
Guidebook for Monterey

Food Scene

The almond croissant here are so amazing. Seriously, they're ridiculous...just get one. You'll thank us for it later.
25 helybéli ajánlásával
Parker-Lusseau Pastries
539 Hartnell St
25 helybéli ajánlásával
The almond croissant here are so amazing. Seriously, they're ridiculous...just get one. You'll thank us for it later.
Best Americano in town. Good people watching as well.
9 helybéli ajánlásával
East Village Coffee Lounge
498 Washington St
9 helybéli ajánlásával
Best Americano in town. Good people watching as well.
Good people watching if you can get yourself a seat by the window.
24 helybéli ajánlásával
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting
246 Crossroads Blvd
24 helybéli ajánlásával
Good people watching if you can get yourself a seat by the window.
Solid seafood here. They have their own fishing boat, so you know you're gonna get it fresh. No heavy sauces, no fancy pants sides. Just fish, well prepared. As it should be.
16 helybéli ajánlásával
Sea Harvest
100 Crossroads Blvd
16 helybéli ajánlásával
Solid seafood here. They have their own fishing boat, so you know you're gonna get it fresh. No heavy sauces, no fancy pants sides. Just fish, well prepared. As it should be.
Nice outdoor seating with fire pits. The crab cakes here are pretty solid (get the sauce on the side though, as it's a bit overpowering). The ribs are also pretty solid.
14 helybéli ajánlásával
Em Le's Old Carmel Restaurant
14 helybéli ajánlásával
Nice outdoor seating with fire pits. The crab cakes here are pretty solid (get the sauce on the side though, as it's a bit overpowering). The ribs are also pretty solid.
Nice outdoor patio. Impressive German beer selection. Forge Burger is quite nice. One of our top recommendation choices in Carmel.
22 helybéli ajánlásával
Forge in the Forest
5th Avenue
22 helybéli ajánlásával
Nice outdoor patio. Impressive German beer selection. Forge Burger is quite nice. One of our top recommendation choices in Carmel.
Really nice breakfast. A bit on the pricey side, but they have some creative plates. Good for breakfast or lunch. Haven't experienced it yet, but the pizza here is apparently quite authentic.
59 helybéli ajánlásával
La Bicyclette Restaurant
7th Avenue
59 helybéli ajánlásával
Really nice breakfast. A bit on the pricey side, but they have some creative plates. Good for breakfast or lunch. Haven't experienced it yet, but the pizza here is apparently quite authentic.
This place has been here forever. It gets quite busy on the weekends. Super large portions, cash-only. I recommend sharing. Good place to start the day exploring Carmel.
27 helybéli ajánlásával
Katy's Place
Mission Street
27 helybéli ajánlásával
This place has been here forever. It gets quite busy on the weekends. Super large portions, cash-only. I recommend sharing. Good place to start the day exploring Carmel.
Large portions, excellent location if you plan on going to Cannery Row/Aquarium. The Blue Germ Pancake is our favorite (just order 1).
55 helybéli ajánlásával
First Awakenings
300 David Ave
55 helybéli ajánlásával
Large portions, excellent location if you plan on going to Cannery Row/Aquarium. The Blue Germ Pancake is our favorite (just order 1).

Drinks & Nightlife

The only dive bar in the fancy schmancy downtown Carmel area. Definately worth a visit. The bartender gets a little testy if you order a fru-fru drink. Just stick with a draft beer. They often have live music as well.
38 helybéli ajánlásával
Barmel
Carmel Way
38 helybéli ajánlásával
The only dive bar in the fancy schmancy downtown Carmel area. Definately worth a visit. The bartender gets a little testy if you order a fru-fru drink. Just stick with a draft beer. They often have live music as well.
Tiki themed restaurant. The only place in the Monterey Bay where you can order a gallon sized drink with a volcano in the middle. Please Uber should you partake in said debauchery. Good Happy Hour selection as well.
102 helybéli ajánlásával
Hula's Island Grill
221 Cathcart St
102 helybéli ajánlásával
Tiki themed restaurant. The only place in the Monterey Bay where you can order a gallon sized drink with a volcano in the middle. Please Uber should you partake in said debauchery. Good Happy Hour selection as well.
Can't say that we frequent this place all that often, but should you ever feel the need to revisit your raunchy college days, look no further. It's a bar. Smells heavily of spilled beer. You'll find the 20 somethings of the area hanging here. Occasional riff raff on the back patio.
12 helybéli ajánlásával
Bull and Bear Whiskey Bar and Taphouse
479 Alvarado St
12 helybéli ajánlásával
Can't say that we frequent this place all that often, but should you ever feel the need to revisit your raunchy college days, look no further. It's a bar. Smells heavily of spilled beer. You'll find the 20 somethings of the area hanging here. Occasional riff raff on the back patio.
A surprisingly legit English Pub. Decent fish and chips.
21 helybéli ajánlásával
The Crown & Anchor
150 W Franklin St
21 helybéli ajánlásával
A surprisingly legit English Pub. Decent fish and chips.

Entertainment & Activities

It's world famous for a reason. Unless you have some phobia or disdain of sea life, you really should check it out. It's awesome.
668 helybéli ajánlásával
Monterey Bay Aquarium
886 Cannery Row
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It's world famous for a reason. Unless you have some phobia or disdain of sea life, you really should check it out. It's awesome.

Parks & Nature

One of our favorite, (super easy) hikes. 2 hours tops and you can get around pretty much the entire park. Hiking trails right on the edge of the Pacific with an awesome backdrop of the forest.
309 helybéli ajánlásával
Point Lobos Állami Természetvédelmi Terület
62 CA-1
309 helybéli ajánlásával
One of our favorite, (super easy) hikes. 2 hours tops and you can get around pretty much the entire park. Hiking trails right on the edge of the Pacific with an awesome backdrop of the forest.