Guidebook for Pacific Grove
Arts & Culture
This public aquarium stands up to its lofty reputation! You must visit!
668 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Monterey Bay Aquarium
886 Cannery RowThis public aquarium stands up to its lofty reputation! You must visit!
A museum that will inform you on the local flora and fauna.
28 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pacific Grove Museum of Natural History
165 Forest AveA museum that will inform you on the local flora and fauna.
In case you need some good reading material nearby...
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pacific Grove Public Libary
550 Central AveIn case you need some good reading material nearby...
Lighthouse Cinema
525 Lighthouse AveQuaint, locals movie theater.
Osio Theater
350 Alvarado StMy favorite theatre for independent films.
Sightseeing
The closest beach with beautiful views of Monterey Bay.
127 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Lovers Point
631 Ocean View BlvdThe closest beach with beautiful views of Monterey Bay.
Asilomar State Marine Reserve
Stunning beach and best place for a sunset view!
If you want to hike or surf in Big Sur...
40 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Andrew Molera State Park
45500 CA-1If you want to hike or surf in Big Sur...
Great trails for day hikes close to town.
45 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Parque Estatal Garrapata
34500 CA-1Great trails for day hikes close to town.
Parque Estatal Julia Pfeiffer Burns
52801 CA-1Big Sur at its best.
A Big Sur must see for hikers.
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Campamento Pfeiffer Big Sur
California 1A Big Sur must see for hikers.
You must visit this place to walk, maybe dive, and take in the stunning scenery and wildlife!
309 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Point Lobos State Natural Reserve
62 CA-1You must visit this place to walk, maybe dive, and take in the stunning scenery and wildlife!
Gorgeous, white sand, dog beach at the end of town.
142 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Carmel City Beach
Gorgeous, white sand, dog beach at the end of town.
Food Scene
Crema
481 Lighthouse AveNice coffee joint and wine bar just a skip away.
The best bakery in town... The earlier you arrive the better selection you'll have. Cash only.
53 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Pavel's Backerei
219 Forest AveThe best bakery in town... The earlier you arrive the better selection you'll have. Cash only.
Good food and drinks... One of the liveliest spots nearby.
102 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Hula's Island Grill
221 Cathcart StGood food and drinks... One of the liveliest spots nearby.
Authentic Italian food at reasonable prices. Great 'worker's lunch' on weekdays.
33 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
il vecchio
110 Central AveAuthentic Italian food at reasonable prices. Great 'worker's lunch' on weekdays.
Great coffee and healthy lunch served daily... The real hippie experience in town. :)
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Happy Girl Kitchen Co
173 Central AveGreat coffee and healthy lunch served daily... The real hippie experience in town. :)
Thai Bistro II
159 Central AvenueThe best Thai food around.
California style Mexican food with a good bar.
26 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Peppers Mexicali Cafe
170 Forest AveCalifornia style Mexican food with a good bar.
The best real Mexican food around!
25 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Michael's Grill & Taqueria
1126 Forest AveThe best real Mexican food around!
Lovely European restaurant for a special night out within walking distance. The bar is also fantastic.
18 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Fandango Restaurant
223 17th StLovely European restaurant for a special night out within walking distance. The bar is also fantastic.
Really good, quality Italian food. A local favorite!
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Mia Cucina
208 17th StReally good, quality Italian food. A local favorite!
Excellent (and sustainable) place to have a special seafood dinner!
68 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Passionfish
701 Lighthouse AveExcellent (and sustainable) place to have a special seafood dinner!
Favaloro's Big Night Bistro
545 Lighthouse AveGreat Italian food for a special dinner.
Casual spot for tasty, comfort food California style.
52 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Red House Cafe
662 Lighthouse AvenueCasual spot for tasty, comfort food California style.
Toasties Café
702 Lighthouse AveA nice place for breakfast or brunch.
Takara Sushi Japanese Restaurant
218 17th StAn authentic Japanese experience.
Café Ariana
543 Lighthouse AveA great place for a casual Italian lunch.
For a high end experience, with excellent food, cocktails and views.
27 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Roy's at Pebble Beach
2700 17 Mile DrFor a high end experience, with excellent food, cocktails and views.
Good spot for coffee and treats.
24 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Carmel Valley Coffee Roasting
246 Crossroads BlvdGood spot for coffee and treats.
The best place to dine on Cannery Row.
14 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Schooners Coastal Kitchen & Bar
400 Cannery RowThe best place to dine on Cannery Row.
A Big Sur stop that must be made for incomparable views of the coast and nice food.
94 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Nepenthe
48510 CA-1A Big Sur stop that must be made for incomparable views of the coast and nice food.
A Big Sur institution with excellent, well-priced food.
32 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Big Sur Bakery
47540 CA-1A Big Sur institution with excellent, well-priced food.
Café Rustica
10 Del Fino PlAwesome food in a classy place.
My favorite restaurant in Carmel. French food for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
59 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
La Bicyclette Restaurant
7th AvenueMy favorite restaurant in Carmel. French food for breakfast, lunch or dinner.
Really tasty, Italian food at a reasonable price.
26 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Little Napoli
Dolores StreetReally tasty, Italian food at a reasonable price.
Clint Eastwood's place that has killer views, great food, and local entertainment in the form of a piano bar. :)
59 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mission Ranch Restaurant
26270 Dolores StClint Eastwood's place that has killer views, great food, and local entertainment in the form of a piano bar. :)
The best Italian food, but you will pay for it. ;)
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cantinetta Luca
Dolores StreetThe best Italian food, but you will pay for it. ;)
Tasty Middle Eastern food, with a festive atmosphere.
67 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Dametra Cafe
Lincoln StreetTasty Middle Eastern food, with a festive atmosphere.
Rio Grill
Crossroads BoulevardGreat California cuisine.
Authentic French food at a reasonable price.
8 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Bistro Moulin
867 Wave StAuthentic French food at a reasonable price.
My all-time favorite European restaurant with a beautiful atmosphere.
46 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Casanova
5th AvenueMy all-time favorite European restaurant with a beautiful atmosphere.
El Cantaro
791 Foam StThis Mexican joint is vegan... And it's good!
For the best bowl of New England style clam chowder.
11 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Vivolo's Chowder House
127 Central AveFor the best bowl of New England style clam chowder.
The best place to dine on Fishermen's Wharf.
6 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Abalonetti Bar and Grill
57 Fisherman's WharfThe best place to dine on Fishermen's Wharf.
Emi's Biscotteria
206 Forest AveDelicious Italian treats and cookies.
Classy and sophisticated place with food to match the ambiance.
27 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Restaurant 1833
500 Hartnell StClassy and sophisticated place with food to match the ambiance.
Tasty tapas with some entertaining nightlife.
9 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Mundaka Restaurant
San Carlos StreetTasty tapas with some entertaining nightlife.
The best Chinese food I've ever had, anywhere!
21 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Tommy's Wok
The best Chinese food I've ever had, anywhere!
Akaoni
6th AvenueThe spot to go for authentic sushi.
Sushi Heaven
Dolores StreetDelicious California style sushi.
A lovely, romantic place to dine...
7 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Anton & Michel Restaurant
7th AvenueA lovely, romantic place to dine...
Robata Grill & Sake Bar
3658 The BarnyardYummy Japanese food.
Joe is the best host in town serving up tasty Acme coffee opening at 6:30am... My fav coffee spot in town!
Joe Rombi's La Piccola Casa
212 17th StJoe is the best host in town serving up tasty Acme coffee opening at 6:30am... My fav coffee spot in town!
Everything Else
Local wine-tasting with a panoramic view of Monterey Bay.
16 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
A Taste of Monterey - Wine Market & Bistro
700 Cannery RowLocal wine-tasting with a panoramic view of Monterey Bay.
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa
400 Cannery RowThe rooftop pool is awesome.
The best operation for whale watching in town.
13 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Princess Monterey Whale Watching
96 Fishermans WharfThe best operation for whale watching in town.
The best spot in town to take a kayak trip.
20 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Monterey Bay Kayaks - Monterey Location
693 Del Monte AveThe best spot in town to take a kayak trip.
Spa Alila
48123 CA-1If you want to spoil yourself...
An unusual co-ed spa experience that's cheap and fun!
65 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Refuge
27300 Rancho San Carlos RdAn unusual co-ed spa experience that's cheap and fun!
A great place for a day hike in the sun.
133 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Garland Ranch Regional Park
700 W Carmel Valley RdA great place for a day hike in the sun.
Essentials
Local grocery market within walking distance.
33 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Grove Market
242 Forest AveLocal grocery market within walking distance.
Drinks & Nightlife
A nice gathering place for beer.
24 Recomendado por los habitantes de la zona
Cannery Row Brewing Company
95 Prescott AveA nice gathering place for beer.
Jack London's Grill & Taproom
Dolores StreetMy favorite pub in town.