Guidebook for Seaside/Surrounding Cities
Food Scene
A TRUE locals favorite coffee shop! Everything on the Menu gets a thumbs up from us!
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Acme Coffee Roasting Co
485 B Palm AveA TRUE locals favorite coffee shop! Everything on the Menu gets a thumbs up from us!
Layers
9 Soledad Dr An eclectic menu of European specialties and American favorites.
Bustling spot for seafood, serves the BEST clam chowder with water views & a side of old-school elegance. Ask about our free appetizer cards!
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Old Fisherman's Wharf
1 Old Fisherman’s WharfBustling spot for seafood, serves the BEST clam chowder with water views & a side of old-school elegance. Ask about our free appetizer cards!
Californian cuisine served in an airy, modern restaurant amid warm woods & Lovers Point Park views. They have a great sunset supper for just $10! Ask me about it!
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Beach House Restaurant at Lovers Point
620 Ocean View BlvdCalifornian cuisine served in an airy, modern restaurant amid warm woods & Lovers Point Park views. They have a great sunset supper for just $10! Ask me about it!
The Locals favorite and just a 2 minute walk from our place!
A fun, family owned restaurant. Great home style cooking, and fast, friendly service.
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The Breakfast Club
1130 Fremont BlvdThe Locals favorite and just a 2 minute walk from our place!
A fun, family owned restaurant. Great home style cooking, and fast, friendly service.
Local, Italian bistro for pizzas, pastas & other classic fare, served in a warm setting. Close by!
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Gusto Handcrafted Pasta & Pizza
1901 Fremont BlvdLocal, Italian bistro for pizzas, pastas & other classic fare, served in a warm setting. Close by!
Bright, fun, contemporary New American bar & grill with water views, sidewalk seats & a basement bar.
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Lalla Oceanside Grill
654 Cannery RowBright, fun, contemporary New American bar & grill with water views, sidewalk seats & a basement bar.
Enjoy some Animal style fries or a double double, all within walking distance from our home!
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In-N-Out Burger
550 Newhall DriveEnjoy some Animal style fries or a double double, all within walking distance from our home!
Their commitment is to use only organic, sustainably produced coffee, milk, and other consumables.
Hidden Fortress @ The Press Club
1123 Fremont BlvdTheir commitment is to use only organic, sustainably produced coffee, milk, and other consumables.
Bustling, low-key Vietnamese eatery featuring noodle soups & other traditional dishes.
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Noodle Bar
215 Reservation RdBustling, low-key Vietnamese eatery featuring noodle soups & other traditional dishes.
Spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean as you sit perched cliff-side; either inside through panoramic windows next to a cozy fireplace or outside on our open deck. Catch a glimpse of playful sea-otters, dolphins, seals, and many whales as they migrate up the coast.
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Rocky Point Restaurant
36700 CA-1Spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean as you sit perched cliff-side; either inside through panoramic windows next to a cozy fireplace or outside on our open deck. Catch a glimpse of playful sea-otters, dolphins, seals, and many whales as they migrate up the coast.
Sitting on the terrace, enjoying a glass of wine, an Ambrosia Burger, or one of their exceptional homemade desserts is a quintessential California experience. The first time visitor to the Central Coast will not want to miss it. Once you have visited, you are destined to return.
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Nepenthe
48510 CA-1Sitting on the terrace, enjoying a glass of wine, an Ambrosia Burger, or one of their exceptional homemade desserts is a quintessential California experience. The first time visitor to the Central Coast will not want to miss it. Once you have visited, you are destined to return.
High-end chain eatery serving seafood & steakhouse fare in a classy setting with view.
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Chart House
444 Cannery RowHigh-end chain eatery serving seafood & steakhouse fare in a classy setting with view.
Palermo Bakery
1620 Fremont BlvdFinest Artisan bread products on the Monterey Peninsula.
Fishwife Seafood Cafe
789 Trinity AveFresh Local Seafood
Long list of familiar Chinese entrees & family dinner combinations dispensed in an informal setting.
Jim's
1584 Del Monte BlvdLong list of familiar Chinese entrees & family dinner combinations dispensed in an informal setting.
Red's Donuts
1646 Fremont Blvd Made Fresh Daily Since 1950. Real Handmade Donuts Since 1950.
Mal's Market
1264 Noche Buena StThe BEST sandwiches. Try the Bomber!!
Homey stop-in for creative sushi rolls & familiar Japanese chow, plus beer & sake in petite digs.
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Sushi Time
1153 Fremont BlvdHomey stop-in for creative sushi rolls & familiar Japanese chow, plus beer & sake in petite digs.
Casual restaurant serving traditional German dishes & imported beer in an old-school atmosphere.
German Restaurant Stammtisch
1204 Echo AveCasual restaurant serving traditional German dishes & imported beer in an old-school atmosphere.
Orient Express Restaurant
1884 Fremont BlvdExcellent Korean food and very friendly service.
No-frills Mexican eatery with a warm vibe serving tacos, burritos, drinks & desserts.
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La Tortuga
1257 Fremont BlvdNo-frills Mexican eatery with a warm vibe serving tacos, burritos, drinks & desserts.
This Mexican eatery offers seafood, classic combo plates & breakfast in a homey, art-lined space.
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Mariscos Puerto Nuevo
580 Broadway AveThis Mexican eatery offers seafood, classic combo plates & breakfast in a homey, art-lined space.
Mi Tierra
1000 Broadway AveMi Tierra is by far the best tacos in the area.
OH Sushi
2030 N Fremont Stfresh, delicious Japanese cuisine at an affordable price
Family-style dishes of northern Chinese cooking in a fancy setting with traditional decor.
Chef Lee's Mandarin House
2031 N Fremont StFamily-style dishes of northern Chinese cooking in a fancy setting with traditional decor.
Coffeehouse offering beverages made with locally roasted, organic coffee beans, plus light fare.
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting Company
880 Broadway AveCoffeehouse offering beverages made with locally roasted, organic coffee beans, plus light fare.
Drinks & Nightlife
Very close to our place and a locals fav hangout! Monterey Peninsula's fresh, new concept in the way you'll partake in hard-to-find Beers, Wines, Hard Ciders & Craft Sodas from all over the World (& Local).
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Post No Bills Craft Beer House
600 Ortiz AveVery close to our place and a locals fav hangout! Monterey Peninsula's fresh, new concept in the way you'll partake in hard-to-find Beers, Wines, Hard Ciders & Craft Sodas from all over the World (& Local).
Casual eatery with an extensive draft beer selection, American pub grub & outdoor fire pits.Cannery Row Brewing Company is a family-friendly, beer-concept restaurant that offers the second largest number of beers available on tap in Northern California and is the largest single outlet beer account in Monterey County. In addition to the vintage beer paraphernalia décor, diners can view the 75-plus kegs behind the glass bar, or enjoy the fog-lifting fire pits overlooking the Cannery Row recreation trails and the Monterey Bay.
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Cannery Row Brewing Company
95 Prescott AveCasual eatery with an extensive draft beer selection, American pub grub & outdoor fire pits.Cannery Row Brewing Company is a family-friendly, beer-concept restaurant that offers the second largest number of beers available on tap in Northern California and is the largest single outlet beer account in Monterey County. In addition to the vintage beer paraphernalia décor, diners can view the 75-plus kegs behind the glass bar, or enjoy the fog-lifting fire pits overlooking the Cannery Row recreation trails and the Monterey Bay.
Locals fav!! Craft brewery specializing in English ale, with a pub serving lunch & other hearty delicious food.
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English Ales Brewery
223 Reindollar AveLocals fav!! Craft brewery specializing in English ale, with a pub serving lunch & other hearty delicious food.
Cocktails, live jazz & innovative preparations of Italian fare merge at this casually elegant spot. Great for a Fri/Sat night out on the town in downtown Monterey!
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Cibo
301 Alvarado StCocktails, live jazz & innovative preparations of Italian fare merge at this casually elegant spot. Great for a Fri/Sat night out on the town in downtown Monterey!
Sleek environs for a roster of specialty cocktails & American fare like wood-fired pizza & tacos.
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Lallapalooza
474 Alvarado StSleek environs for a roster of specialty cocktails & American fare like wood-fired pizza & tacos.
Entertainment & Activities
Coming for a concert or event? The Monterey county fairgrounds is less than a mile away from our place.
Check out their website to view the events coming up!
http://montereycountyfair.com/
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Monterey Fairgrounds
2004 Fairground RdComing for a concert or event? The Monterey county fairgrounds is less than a mile away from our place.
Check out their website to view the events coming up!
http://montereycountyfair.com/
The Aquarium is perched on the edge of a world-famous coastline full of opportunities for discovery and exploration, where miles of welcoming beaches, hiking and cycling trails are just minutes away by car. Part of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, the waters just off our decks are home to a rich variety of marine life.
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Monterey Bay Aquarium
886 Cannery RowThe Aquarium is perched on the edge of a world-famous coastline full of opportunities for discovery and exploration, where miles of welcoming beaches, hiking and cycling trails are just minutes away by car. Part of the Monterey Bay National Marine Sanctuary, the waters just off our decks are home to a rich variety of marine life.
Abundant marine life attracts year-round whale watching cruises that depart from Monterey and Moss Landing in Monterey County. The tours are led by experienced captains and naturalists who are delighted to introduce visitors to the fascinating and beautiful creatures who call the California waters home.
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Monterey Bay Whale Watch
84 Fishermans WharfAbundant marine life attracts year-round whale watching cruises that depart from Monterey and Moss Landing in Monterey County. The tours are led by experienced captains and naturalists who are delighted to introduce visitors to the fascinating and beautiful creatures who call the California waters home.
Discover breathtaking views of Monterey Bay at one of Monterey County's Golf Courses at the Black Horse Golf Course or the Bayonet ... Golf Course in Seaside.
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Bayonet & Black Horse
1 McClure WayDiscover breathtaking views of Monterey Bay at one of Monterey County's Golf Courses at the Black Horse Golf Course or the Bayonet ... Golf Course in Seaside.
The Jade Lounge
2110 N Fremont StThe Jade Lounge is a live music venue,
Essentials
Did you forget something or forget a souvenir for someone? Not to worry Walgreens is open 24 hours and literally a block away from our place.
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Walgreens
1055 Fremont BlvdDid you forget something or forget a souvenir for someone? Not to worry Walgreens is open 24 hours and literally a block away from our place.
Longtime supermarket chain carrying brand-name & house-label groceries, plus a deli, bakery & more.
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Safeway
815 Canyon Del Rey BlvdLongtime supermarket chain carrying brand-name & house-label groceries, plus a deli, bakery & more.
Target
133 General Stilwell DrAny and everything!
Costco Wholesale
801 Tioga AveSupersize everything!
Parks & Nature
Point Pinos Lighthouse was lit in 1855 to guide ships on the Pacific coast of California. It is the oldest continuously operating lighthouse on the West Coast of the United States.
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Point Pinos Lighthouse
80 Asilomar AvePoint Pinos Lighthouse was lit in 1855 to guide ships on the Pacific coast of California. It is the oldest continuously operating lighthouse on the West Coast of the United States.
Watch whales in winter and sea lions all year round at this Bay Area nature reserve, which offers hiking, walking, bird watching, scuba diving and magnificent views.
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Point Lobos ríkisnáttúruverndarsvæði
62 CA-1Watch whales in winter and sea lions all year round at this Bay Area nature reserve, which offers hiking, walking, bird watching, scuba diving and magnificent views.
Hop right on the recreational trail just a few blocks from our home and enjoy all this beautiful peninsula has to offer by foot or bike.
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Monterey Peninsula Recreational Trail
Monterey Peninsula Recreational TrailHop right on the recreational trail just a few blocks from our home and enjoy all this beautiful peninsula has to offer by foot or bike.
Jacks Peak County Park is a perfect spot for a day hike. Located in Monterey, Jacks Peak County Park has fossils from the Miocene epoch, stunning vistas of Monterey Bay and Carmel Valley, and one of the only remaining natural stands of Monterey Pine trees in the United States. It is also a great spot for a picnic, with picnic tables located close to restrooms, some with grills. Jacks Peak County Park is celebrated by birders for the many species it houses and is part of the Central Coast Birding Trail.
Jacks Peak Park Road
Jacks Peak Park RoadJacks Peak County Park is a perfect spot for a day hike. Located in Monterey, Jacks Peak County Park has fossils from the Miocene epoch, stunning vistas of Monterey Bay and Carmel Valley, and one of the only remaining natural stands of Monterey Pine trees in the United States. It is also a great spot for a picnic, with picnic tables located close to restrooms, some with grills. Jacks Peak County Park is celebrated by birders for the many species it houses and is part of the Central Coast Birding Trail.
Garland Ranch Regional Park in Carmel Valley is a popular spot for leisure hiking. Breathtaking views lie around every corner of this 4,462-acre park, with trails varying from easy to strenuous. Notable features at Garland Ranch Regional Park include the Carmel River, Garzas Creek, a redwood canyon and a charming waterfall. Historic buildings dot Garland Ranch Regional Park, allowing visitors to experience Carmel Valley as it once was.
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Garland Ranch Regional Park
700 W Carmel Valley Rd Garland Ranch Regional Park in Carmel Valley is a popular spot for leisure hiking. Breathtaking views lie around every corner of this 4,462-acre park, with trails varying from easy to strenuous. Notable features at Garland Ranch Regional Park include the Carmel River, Garzas Creek, a redwood canyon and a charming waterfall. Historic buildings dot Garland Ranch Regional Park, allowing visitors to experience Carmel Valley as it once was.
The first 2,500 acres of the rugged Pinnacles were made a national monument in 1908 by President Theodore Roosevelt. Since 1908, the monument significantly increased in size to 26,000 acres and in 2013 President Barack Obama designated the expansive terrain as a national park.
Pinnacles National Park was once a spring and fall home to the Chalone and Mutsun tribes. The national park is now a popular spot for outdoor activities ranging from hiking to birdwatching to stargazing to rock climbing. It is also a perfect outdoor classroom for lessons in geology, botany and biology.
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Pinnacles þjóðgarður
The first 2,500 acres of the rugged Pinnacles were made a national monument in 1908 by President Theodore Roosevelt. Since 1908, the monument significantly increased in size to 26,000 acres and in 2013 President Barack Obama designated the expansive terrain as a national park.
Pinnacles National Park was once a spring and fall home to the Chalone and Mutsun tribes. The national park is now a popular spot for outdoor activities ranging from hiking to birdwatching to stargazing to rock climbing. It is also a perfect outdoor classroom for lessons in geology, botany and biology.
Take a beautiful walk around the lake, located right across the street from our place!
Laguna Grande Regional Park Trail
Laguna Grande Regional Park TrailTake a beautiful walk around the lake, located right across the street from our place!
Arts & Culture
The Monterey Museum of Art’s mission is to expand a passion for the visual arts and inspire appreciation of California art – past, present and future. The Museum is dedicated to honoring this beautiful area through our exhibitions and programs
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Monterey Museum of Art
559 Pacific St
The Monterey Museum of Art’s mission is to expand a passion for the visual arts and inspire appreciation of California art – past, present and future. The Museum is dedicated to honoring this beautiful area through our exhibitions and programs
The National Steinbeck Center houses a variety of artifacts, first edition Steinbeck books, newspapers, and interviews pertaining to John Steinbeck in its archives. In addition, the National Steinbeck Center holds a variety of educational and public programs throughout the year which aim to expand the public’s knowledge about John Steinbeck and the themes he explored in his books.
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National Steinbeck Center
1 Main StThe National Steinbeck Center houses a variety of artifacts, first edition Steinbeck books, newspapers, and interviews pertaining to John Steinbeck in its archives. In addition, the National Steinbeck Center holds a variety of educational and public programs throughout the year which aim to expand the public’s knowledge about John Steinbeck and the themes he explored in his books.
The Museum opened in 1883
as one of America's first natural history museums.
For over 130 years, they have been showcasing the birds and wildlife, plants, geology, and cultural richness that make the California Central Coast unique in the world.
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Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
165 Forest AveThe Museum opened in 1883
as one of America's first natural history museums.
For over 130 years, they have been showcasing the birds and wildlife, plants, geology, and cultural richness that make the California Central Coast unique in the world.
The oldest in Carmel, features the work of more than 120 professional local artists and is dedicated to presenting only the finest work for sale by artists living on the Monterey Peninsula.
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Carmel Art Association
6th AvenueThe oldest in Carmel, features the work of more than 120 professional local artists and is dedicated to presenting only the finest work for sale by artists living on the Monterey Peninsula.
Sightseeing
A visit to the beautiful Monterey Peninsula just isn't complete without a rendezvous with Old Fisherman's Wharf. Experience a myriad of:
• Great Restaurants • Seafood & Chowder • Unique Shops • Whale Watching • Fishing & Sailing • Bay Cruises
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Old Fisherman's Wharf
1 Old Fisherman’s WharfA visit to the beautiful Monterey Peninsula just isn't complete without a rendezvous with Old Fisherman's Wharf. Experience a myriad of:
• Great Restaurants • Seafood & Chowder • Unique Shops • Whale Watching • Fishing & Sailing • Bay Cruises
With its picturesque charm and colorful history, Cannery Row captivates visitors from all over the world. The unique appeal of this fabled street is what makes Cannery Row the most popular vacation destination on California’s Central Coast. With luxurious waterfront hotels, enticing restaurants and captivating boutiques, Cannery Row is the ideal place to soak up the culture and beauty of Monterey Bay.
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Cannery Row
With its picturesque charm and colorful history, Cannery Row captivates visitors from all over the world. The unique appeal of this fabled street is what makes Cannery Row the most popular vacation destination on California’s Central Coast. With luxurious waterfront hotels, enticing restaurants and captivating boutiques, Cannery Row is the ideal place to soak up the culture and beauty of Monterey Bay.
One of the most scenic drives on the Monterey Peninsula, and quite possibly the world, resides behind the prestigious gates of Pebble Beach. The famous 17-Mile Drive is a visually stunning stretch of roadway which hugs the pacific coastline from Pacific Grove to Pebble Beach featuring awe-inspiring sights along the way.
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17-Mile Drive
17 Mile DriveOne of the most scenic drives on the Monterey Peninsula, and quite possibly the world, resides behind the prestigious gates of Pebble Beach. The famous 17-Mile Drive is a visually stunning stretch of roadway which hugs the pacific coastline from Pacific Grove to Pebble Beach featuring awe-inspiring sights along the way.
Every October, thousands of butterflies make a stop in a Pacific Grove eucalyptus grove, the preferred Monarch butterfly habitat, during their migration to warmer climates. The butterflies hang in clusters from eucalyptus branches to maintain body temperature, and the resulting effect is stunning. Visitors come from miles around to take Monarch butterfly tours throughout the sanctuary.
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Monarch Butterfly Sanctuary
250 Ridge RdEvery October, thousands of butterflies make a stop in a Pacific Grove eucalyptus grove, the preferred Monarch butterfly habitat, during their migration to warmer climates. The butterflies hang in clusters from eucalyptus branches to maintain body temperature, and the resulting effect is stunning. Visitors come from miles around to take Monarch butterfly tours throughout the sanctuary.
Explore the Tide Pools and beautiful local beaches of Historic Pacific Grove
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Lovers Point
631 Ocean View BlvdExplore the Tide Pools and beautiful local beaches of Historic Pacific Grove
The 14,000 acre parcel has more than 83 miles of trails that can be explored on foot, bike or on horseback
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Fort Ord National Monument
Toro Creek RoadThe 14,000 acre parcel has more than 83 miles of trails that can be explored on foot, bike or on horseback