The Best Bars in Carmel & Monterey

A.W. Shucks

Light dinners in a cozy, relaxed atmosphere. One-of-a-kind seafood and oyster bar, featuring assorted oysters, delicious ciopino, assorted chowders, crabcakes, seafood appetizers and a cozy bar. They provide a hitching post for dogs in front of their... more

Alvarado Street Brewery - Salinas Brewery

Our Salinas Production Brewery opened in April of 2016 to supplement house offerings at the Brewery & Grill in Monterey, and allow us to supply draft beer to quality minded local establishments. The tasting room is set smack dab in the middle of... more

Alvarado Street Brewery and Grill

Located in a historically registered building in Old Monterey, the Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill serves locally sourced, gastropub-influenced fare built around it's beers that are produced on-site. The Brewpub contains 140 seats, including a sh... more

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Britannia Arms Monterey

Located in historic Monterey, the Britannia Arms at Monterey provides a great place to drop by and enjoy a pint after a hard days touring around the famous landmarks. more

Cannery Row Brewing Company

Cooper's Pub & Restaurant

East Village Coffee Lounge

East village coffee lounge is proof that Monterey can have a cool local coffee house that's comfortable, stylish, features locally produced food, and art and serves as a meeting place for the community. Friends rendevous, business meetings transpire,... more

Fieldwork Monterey

Fieldwork Brewing Company is a craft brewery founded in Berkeley with a focus on exceptional, honest beer-making. more

Grillin' & Chillin' Alehouse

Eat well…Drink well!  Grillin & Chillin Alehouse is a friendly local establishment that caters to those who enjoy craft beers and local wines.  Sit down, relax and cheers to you! more

Knuckles Sport Bar

A local legacy, Monterey's most popular sports bar for 17 years and running, Knuckles offers guests a relaxing atmosphere to watch the big game and grab a beer. Classic drafts are on tap, the Bloody Marys pack plenty of punch and bar food includes z... more

London Bridge Pub

Fabulous fish ‘n chips. A great selection of beers. Best location on the quieter side of Fisherman’s Wharf overlooking Monterey harbor. What more could you expect from this established British pub? Try a welcoming staff and charming atmo... more

Lounge at 1110

The only champagne and wine bar with Full Premium Liguor Bar on the Monterey Peninsula with rooftop view of sunset and the ocean. Come take care of your business or just come chill with friends, tapas and Appetizers served. Open Thurs-Fri-Sat... more

Moss Landing Inn

The Moss Landing Inn is a great get away and stop for drinking, listening to music and hanging out with friends. Happy Hour is Monday - Thursday, from 1 to 3pm. more

Planet Gemini

Planet Gemini is Monterey's number ONE Comedy & Dance Night Spot! Featuring local and nationally known headlining comedians and major stars as seen on HBO, Comedy Central, Improv and more! more

Sade's Cocktails

Carmel's only bar. Generous drinks and a casual, friendly atmosphere. Open Daily from 11am to 1:30am. more

Scheid Vinyards Wine Lounge

The wines of Scheid Vineyards are offered through our 2 tasting rooms, online wine store, and at select restaurants and retailers in the Salinas Valley and Monterey Peninsula. With 2 great locations, guests can either join us at our Wine Lounge o... more

Schooners Coastal Kitchen

With a bustling open kitchen, oceanfront outdoor patio and high-energy bar, there’s a relaxed and convivial atmosphere at Schooners – making it a Monterey dining favorite of both locals and travelers alike. Cocktail classics take on creat... more

XL Public House

Craft beer garden with 18 Craft beers on tap and over 100 craft bottle beers.  Banquet facility located down stairs for those private parties. more

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