Restaurants

Chef Lee’s Mandarin House

Family-style dishes of northern Chinese cooking in a fancy setting with traditional decor.

2031 N Fremont St, Monterey, CA 93940

Phone: (831) 375-955 1| Web: chefleesmandarinhouse.com

Tarpy’s Roadhouse

Sprawling American restaurant dishes up casual fare for brunch, lunch & dinner among rustic decor.

2999 Monterey Salinas Hwy, Monterey, CA 93940

Phone: (831) 647-1444 | Web: arpys.com

Monterey’s Fish House

Rustic corner establishment features home-style seafood entrees & desserts in a warm dining room.

2114 Del Monte Ave, Monterey, CA 93940

Phone: (831) 373-4647 | Web: montereyfishhouse.com

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Monterey Cookhouse

Festive American grill serving everything from wood-fired pizza to ribs plus cocktails, wine & beer.

2149 N Fremont St, Monterey, CA

Ambrosia India Bistro

Wide array of vegetarian & vegan options star at this Indian restaurant with colorful cocktails.

565 Abrego Street, Monterey, CA

Rosine’s Restaurant

Extensive menu of basic American cuisine plus desserts like carrot cake german chocolate.

434 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA

Sandbar & Grill

Quaint, waterside kitchen with seafood recipes & marina views, plus weekly specials & Sunday brunch.

Wharf II, Monterey, CA

Paluca Trattoria

Eatery serving boutique wines, beer & espresso plus seafoodheavy Sicilian classics on the wharf.

6 Fishermans Wharf Suite D, Monterey, CA

Loulou’s Griddle In the Middle

Family-friendly American restaurant known for breakfast fare & hearty seafood plates. Municipal Wharf 2, Monterey, CA

Crepes of Brittany

Casual waterside spot for sweet crêpes & buckwheat galettes, plus packaged crêpes to take away.

211 Alvarado St, Monterey, CA

Lalla Grill Del Monte

With a contemporary design & fireside patio, this eatery features international fare & cocktails.

1400 Del Monte Center, Monterey, CA

MAR 19 WhaleFest

WhaleFest Monterey includes fun activities for all ages, musicians, boat displays and dozens of fascinating marine-related exhibits by numerous local organizations. Learn more at seemonterey.com.

Apr 22

Trans Am SpeedFest

The Trans Am Series has been thrilling fans and drivers alike since 1966, with a range of classes that include production-based entries all the way up to the iconic 850-plus horsepower Trans Am class. Come see these cars compete on Monterey County’s iconic race course, Trans Am’s spiritual Monterey home. Learn more at seemonterey.com.

May 18

Salinas Valley Fair

The Salinas Valley Fair is an annual tradition that celebrates the people and heritage of our Salinas Valley. Enjoy the atmosphere of an old-fashioned county fair, complete with carnival, bull-riding, craft and 4-H exhibit, music and more. Learn more at seemonterey.com.

Jun 11

62nd Annual Artichoke Festival

The Artichoke Festival is fun for the whole family, featuring local chef demonstrations, artichoke inspired delicious food, musical entertainment, Wine Tasting, and fun contests! Learn more at artichokefestival.org.

Jul 23

Out & Proud Celebration & Parade

Monterey Peninsula Pride serves over 2,000 Monterey County citizens through our annual Out & Proud Celebration and Parade, creating space to celebrate LGBTQ+ joy and facilitate community healing. Learn more at montereypeninsulapride.org.