Guidebook for Monterey
Food Scene
Food is a little expensive, but probably less than they could charge considering the quality and the views...this is where we always bring friends and family. Not a total secret, but also won't be mobbed with tourists.
36 locals recommend
The Bench
1700 17 Mile DrFood is a little expensive, but probably less than they could charge considering the quality and the views...this is where we always bring friends and family. Not a total secret, but also won't be mobbed with tourists.
This spot is a must if you plan to travel down the coast to Big Sur. It is probably 35 minutes South on Highway 1, but the views are worth it and the Kaiser Burgers are excellent.
94 locals recommend
Nepenthe
48510 CA-1This spot is a must if you plan to travel down the coast to Big Sur. It is probably 35 minutes South on Highway 1, but the views are worth it and the Kaiser Burgers are excellent.
Great spot for dinner, and they have a wine bar next door if you want to do a tasting while you wait for your table. I would recommend making a reservation, but if you are on the early side you can likely get by without one.
26 locals recommend
Little Napoli
Dolores StreetGreat spot for dinner, and they have a wine bar next door if you want to do a tasting while you wait for your table. I would recommend making a reservation, but if you are on the early side you can likely get by without one.
Drinks & Nightlife
Unique spot with really cool interior and atmosphere. Cocktails will be on the expensive side, so it might be a good place to begin or end your night to keep the tab down a bit.
27 locals recommend
Restaurant 1833
500 Hartnell StUnique spot with really cool interior and atmosphere. Cocktails will be on the expensive side, so it might be a good place to begin or end your night to keep the tab down a bit.
Shopping
Very close to the property. Nothing particularly exciting about this mall compared to others, but there are several good restaurants and a fair amount of shops. There is also a movie theater.
80 locals recommend
Del Monte Shopping Center
1410 Del Monte CenterVery close to the property. Nothing particularly exciting about this mall compared to others, but there are several good restaurants and a fair amount of shops. There is also a movie theater.