Monterey Food and Drink
Monterey County has an abundance of fresh produce, fruit and vegetable as well as fresh fish and good wine. The area in fact rivals the Napa-Sonoma Valley for volume of wine production. The Old Monterey Market Place and Everyone’s Harvest Farmers’ Market are excellent examples of the freshness of local products.
The Old Monterey Market Place is an all year round event including arts, crafts and a Certified Farmers’ Market with food stalls selling fresh produce. The event takes place every Tuesday from 4-8pm from April through October and 4-7pm from November to March.
Everyone’s Harvest Farmers’ Market is also an all year round market taking place on every Sunday from March through October from 10am to 2pm. The event offers fresh fruit and produce, plants, gifts, live music and children’s entertainment.
There are some delicious and welcoming restaurants in the County offering good food and excellent atmosphere. Read below for our selection.
The Mucky Duck Place, 479 Alvarado Street
The ideal place to have a drink and something quick to eat at the bar surrounded by lively ambience. Dancing after 9pm.
Crown and Anchor, 150 West Franklin Avenue
Good value American/Irish steakhouse
Montrio Bistro, 44 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA 93940
This restaurant offering a mix of American and European cuisine has a chilled out atmosphere, a well-stocked bar and extensive wine list.
Abalonetti Seafood Trattoria, 57 Fisherman Wharf
Cabo’s Wild Mexican, 46 Fisherman Wharf
Blue Moon Restaurant, 654 Cannery Road
Contemporary Californian food including seafood dishes, steak, handcrafted pizzas and innovative appetizers. Great views over the ocean.
Gilbert’s Seafood Grill, 30 Fisherman Wharf, CA 93940
This restaurant offers waterfront dining on historic Fisherman Wharf, relaxed atmosphere and good fresh seafood dishes.
The Cellar Door, 663 Lighthouse Avenue, Pacific Grove, CA 93940
This new restaurant offers a warm wine-cellar atmosphere, delicious food and an extensive wine list.
Grill at Ryan Ranch, 1 Harris Court, Suite 103, Monterey, CA 93940
The ideal place for casual dining, food is eclectic. Great salads and sandwiches and house specialties such as wok rice bowl and Asian BBQ grilled skirt steak for lunch.
Latitudes at Lover’s Point, 631 Ocean View Blvd, Pacific Grove CA 93950
This smart and high-end restaurant is located in one of the most picturesque and romantic spots with views over the ocean. The cuisine is predominantly contemporary coastal and among the best dishes are the Corn & Clam Chowder, the Lobster Pot Pie, Tempura Prawns, Slow Roasted Prime Rib and Burgundy Braised Short Ribs.
The restaurant offers an extensive wine list with over 28 wines available by the glass.