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 A shopper's paradise |
At the corner of Highway 1 and Carmel Valley Road Monterey and Carmel, CA 93923 United States +1 831 624 8886 |
For almost a quarter of a century this shopping center has been one of the best of its kind in all of California. With unique shops, galleries, salons, clothing stores and first-class restaurants, there is something here for every discerning shopper. The place is also surrounded by gorgeous gardens and brick walkways. You should not make a visit to Carmel without coming here. It is a great place for old-style shopping and the absence of any major department store makes it even more attractive. Credit card acceptance varies by store. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Not-too-expensive breakfast food |
1126 Forest Ave Monterey and Carmel, CA 93950 United States +1 831 375 8484 |
Start the morning right with a huge, heavy plate of eggs and bacon, biscuits and gravy, or Eggs Benedict. A number of variations on Eggs Benedict are also served. Prices are low to medium. At lunchtime, try one of the specials; the Sunday turkey spread is one of the best. The cafe is located in lovely Pacific Grove, within walking distance of several B&Bs and just a mile away from the Monterey Bay Aquarium. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Right on the water |
720 Cannery Row (@ Prescott St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 1884 |
With dishes like Dumb Luck Coconut Shrimp and Lt. Dan's Drunken Shrimp, and specialty drinks like the Lava Flow and the Bayou Surprise, this shrimp restaurant in Cannery Row attracts tourists from all over, as well shrimp-lovin' locals. The place is usually packed and noisy, making for a great night out amidst the lights. The place has its own line of hats, shirts and other souvenirs. You will never find a wider variety of shrimp dishes anywhere else, and the service is excellent. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Four-Star Seafood & Wine |
47 Fisherman's Wharf No. 1 Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 800 843 3462 |
Since this four-star seafood restaurant is right on Fisherman's Wharf, the view cannot be beat. It specializes in Sicilian seafood and the photographs lining the walls depict the owners' fishing background. A variety of tasty fresh fish meals with pasta are available, but the cioppino is the specialty of the house and is terrific. The wood-burning oven cranks out some great steak and lamb dishes as well. The wine list is eclectic, topping out with the usual USD200 Dom Perignon and an Italian Red, Tignanello, Marchesi Antinore at USD132. The service is family-like and locals frequent the place on a regular basis. See website for menus, videos, and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Aroma and flavor |
Carmel Rancho Boulevard and Carmel Valley Road Monterey and Carmel, CA 93923 United States +1 831 620 0844 |
The aroma from the fresh-roasted coffee and baked goods will draw you into this shop. An honor system is used to pay for all self-serve coffee. Help yourself to the coffee of your choice and then place cash in the collection bucket. Coffee drinks, cookies, cakes, and pastries can be purchased here. The shop sells its special blend of fresh-roasted coffee; fresh ground or whole beans are also available from the friendly staff. Check Website for other locations. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Huge shopping mall |
1410 Del Monte Center (Hwy 1 at the corner of Munras Ave) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 2705 |
This shopping mall encompasses more than 600,000-square-feet of retail space filled with just about everything you could possibly want. This is not really an upscale touristy place like The Barnyard in nearby Carmel. It is your basic, run-of-the-mill suburban mall. You will find a Macy's, a Mervyn's, bookstores, art galleries, eateries, lots of clothing stores, gift shops, stationers and more. Make a day of it at this shopping Mecca. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Eclectic cuisine expertly prepared |
400 Cannery Row Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 372 2628 |
Executive chef James Waller makes the most of Northern California's bounty at this epicurean outpost in the Monterey Plaza Hotel. House-made pasta, fresh-caught seafood and organic produce figure heavily into the menu. It changes seasonally, but items might include Steinbeck's duck, roast rack of lamb or broiled swordfish. The dining room is sophisticated and richly decorated with Oriental carpeting and floral-patterned upholstery. Glass windows along two sides of the restaurant afford excellent views of the Bay. The service is terrific. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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The Best Breakfast Place! |
125 Ocean View Boulevard Monterey and Carmel, CA 93950 United States +1 831 372 1125 |
First Awakenings is aptly named, it's a real eye opener and not just with the great breakfast they serve but with the bright surroundings and the friendly staff serving you. The breakfast served here is rave-worthy delicious. Whether it's a waffle, blueberry pancakes, omelette's, burritos, crepes, hash browns or just a plain old fruit bowl, you can be assured not to be disappointed. If you're in the city, do not miss a chance to have a hearty breakfast here. First Awakenings is also dog friendly. Although be warned, this breakfast house is so famous you can almost always expect to find a crowd. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Steaks and seafood |
700 Cannery Row (at Prescott St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 372 8543 |
Located right on the waterfront at Cannery Row, this elegant steak and seafood restaurant provides a spectacular view of the ocean. Along with several specialties of the house that change on a daily basis, the menu includes such show stoppers as Pacific Bay Snapper with with Gulf shrimp and Caribbean Seafood Pescadore. Order a drink like the Bucket of Fire and enjoy the rustic decor while you chow down a huge plate of seafood and check out the incredible view. The place is also a great one for parties and the service is excellent. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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A Romantic Getaway! |
Corner of fifth Avenue and Junipero Avenue Monterey and Carmel, CA 93921 United States +1 831 624 2233 |
The Forge in the Forest Restaurant is a romantic place to go to for its 'old charm' atmosphere. The garden patio seating is beautiful and warm with heaters, fireplaces and classy bricked decor. The food is a bit too pricey for the quality but the decor and the wine bar makes up for it. The brick fire pits, copper walls and lush landscaping just add to the enticing feel. Also don't miss the desserts which are the best feature of The Forge in the Forest Restaurant. An added benefit is that it even has a menu for your four legged buddy! Yes, they love dogs and it shows. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Fine, Fine Dining |
99 Pacific Street (100C Heritage Harbor) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 375 9798 |
This is a place for discerning customers who want only the best. The cuisine is primarily French with a definite California twist, and the service is beyond impeccable. The decor is low key so as not to detract from the incredible views. Highly awarded both locally and nationally, the kitchen offers meticulously crafted dishes such as Poached Salmon with Artichokes and Saffron-thyme Sauce, and boned and roasted Duck in Black Currant Sauce. Sit back and enjoy the harbor lights while sampling from the huge wine list. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Sourdough baguettes and garden seating |
3626 The Barnyard Monterey and Carmel, CA 93923 United States +1 831 625 2448 |
As its name states, everything at this restaurant is made from scratch. Breakfast is served all day. The menu features a large selection of omelets, made-to-order egg entrees, breakfast skillets, breakfast rolls (burrito), pancakes and waffles. For breakfast, try the scrambled eggs with a piperade of tomatoes, onions and basil. All breakfast entrees are served with baby red potatoes and a toasted sourdough baguette. The lunch menu features soups, salads and sandwiches. Beer and wine are available, as well as coffee drinks and smoothies. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Coastal cuisine with wine |
Northwest corner of Sixth Avenue and Mission Street Monterey and Carmel, CA 93921 United States +1 831 624 6562 |
This new restaurant was voted the best by Adventures in Dining Magazine's readers' poll and it offers a delicious variety of Central California coastal cuisine. Locals haunt the place. The selection of wines is designed to perfectly complement the dishes: a 1998 Honig Sauvignon Blanc is paired with Mustard-crusted Halibut, for example. You can eat inside, surrounded by polished wood surfaces, or on the patio. Entrees average USD20-25. It is a great bet for a reception or an intimate dinner. The service is warm and friendly. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Prime Steaks & Seafood |
763 Wave St (between Irving and Prescott Sts) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 3778 |
An old, old standby in Monterey, this eatery serves up world-class steaks and seafood in an airy, colorful environment that is casual and cozy. Alive with the ebullient chatter of customers, the restaurant will delight you with its Wood-fired California Swordfish and its Brace of Fresh Large Quail. The wood-grilled, corn-fed beef dishes are to die for and the service is impeccable. It is a popular spot for tourists and locals. See website for menu, online deals, and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Big portions and martinis |
474 Alvarado St (at Pearl St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 645 9036 |
Voted by Coastal Weekly as Monterey's best new restaurant, this place is, as the title suggests, for those who have a passion for large portions and living life to the fullest. The decor tkaes one back to the 1920s prohibition era where the martini was king. The menu includes aged prime steaks, several sandwiches and pasta dishes, as well as several big salads and more martini recipies than you will see anywhere else. A great place for lunch or dinner, and the service is excellent. The wine list features a variety of California wines. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Italian-Californian Cuisine |
32 Cannery Row (At Coast Guard Pier) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 649 6700 |
This restaurant on Cannery Row offers exquisite Italian-American cuisine with an Asian twist. And the ocean view is spectacular. The place has high wooden ceilings and an overall airy feel to it. With dishes like Sole Almondine or Italian Sausage Raviolis with Pesto Sauce and an eclectic wine list with mostly California wines, the place makes for a good romantic dinner or one for the family, as the place also has a children's menu. Intimate dinner for two or large party - either way you'll have a terrific time. See website for menus, photos and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wine Country flavors |
Ocean Avenue Between Lincoln and Monte Verde Streets Monterey and Carmel, CA 93921 United States +1 831 624 5659 |
Tourists and locals alike flock to this contemporary restaurant for its French Provincial atmosphere, its spectacular entrees and its alluring aromas. The decor is what you'd expect from an elegant place, and the service is as attentive as it is friendly. Dinners like Pan-Roasted Quail with merlot and Escargot Ravioli are all affordably priced, and the wine list, abundant with Merlots, perfectly complements the chef's eclectic menu. Enjoy a quiet breakfast, a casual lunch or an elegant dinner. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Colorful & Full-Flavored |
414 Calle Principal (at Franklin Street) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 648 8880 |
The kitchen and rotisserie are completely open for all to see in this colorfully decorated bistro that combines American, Italian and French cuisines. The interior is fancy and sleek, but the attitude is very casual, which accounts for the wide-ranging clientele. It won Esquire's award for "best eatery of 1995" for plates such as Grilled Gulf Prawns over Caramelized Leek Risotto and Veal Cheeks over Mustard Whipped Potatoes. Beginning at around $20 for the house varietals, the impressive wine list includes some alternative whites and adventurous reds. The friendly service will bring you back many times. See website for menu, wine list and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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 Popular Spot Since 1846 |
Fisherman's Wharf (at the end of Alvarado Street) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States |
With many excellent restaurants, guided tours, and interesting shops, this landmark has something for everybody. Whether you wish to dine on incredible seafood, go for a whale-watching tour, look at historical artifacts, or purchase exotic candy, you can do it here. Some of the best eateries in all of Monterey are found here. It can also be a great place to buy freshly caught fish or just walk around and look at all the pelicans lingering about. Various special events are held throughout the year. Credit card acceptance varies by store. See website for more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Wheat grass cocktails and hummus |
173 Crossroads Boulevard Monterey and Carmel, CA 93923 United States +1 831 626 6577 |
This is a great place to grab a quick bite and relax while shopping at the Village. Place your order at the counter after choosing items from a chalkboard menu on the wall. You can eat indoors or at a table on the patio. The menu includes items from burritos to baked potatoes and herbed sandwiches to wheat grass cocktails. In addition, you can order fresh juices, smoothies, steamed rice with bananas, and more. Try a bagel with hummus. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Convenient Yet Fine Dining |
662 Lighthouse Avenue Monterey and Carmel, CA 93950 United States +1 831 643 1060 |
The menu at the Red House Cafe is simple yet selective and American with an interesting European twist. The place is well lit and a delightful experience on a sunny day. Breakfast is only served on weekends. The menu available here is very dynamic and changes often according to market and seasonal availability giving the patron the freshest options. If you want a fine dining experience which is easy on your pockets as well, check this place out. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Right on the ocean |
10 miles south of Carmel on Highway 1 Monterey and Carmel, CA 93921 United States +1 831 624 2933 |
This is the only restaurant in the Monterey area that is right on the ocean. The inside is subdued, but it offers huge windows that are practically on the cliff. Watch sea lions, pelicans, and everything else as the waves come crashing in. The service is impeccable for the locals, tourists and wedding parties here. Specialties include swordfish steak and Filet Mignon. The wine list is fairly extensive. Day or night, the view is awesome. Review © 2007, Wcities |
 Sport it up! |
P.O Box 1648 Monterey and Carmel, CA 93902 United States +1 831 775 3100 |
Your rodeo Romeo could be just around the corner because this is the place for all rodeo aficionados. But that's not all! You can flex your muscles with the community sports and games that Salinas's sports complex has to offer. If you like the rough and tough game, there's football, soccer and motor events. And even if you're not sporty, there's something lined up just for you. There is an exhibition mall, a rodeo room that can accommodate 200 people for dining and it also has a bar, a stage and a dancing area. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Otters outside your window |
Municipal Wharf 2 N Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 2818 |
Located right on the waterfront, this restaurant has a spectacular view of the water. You will even see otters leaping around right outside your window. The friendly professional staff serves up great seafood dishes like Dungeness Cracked Crab ($18.95) and several steak, pasta, and grilled dishes. Most importantly, this place features the only piano bar in all of Monterey. Entertainment begins at 7pm daily and this place makes for a great casual dinner, a romantic evening, or just a place to grab a cocktail and to escape the tourist masses. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Legendary Seafood Restaurant |
701 Wave St (at Prescott St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 3775 |
Long popular with locals and tourists alike, this restaurant has several special features--each with its own appeal: its oak bar is nearly 200 years old, while the Cannery Row room has a pirate-like atmosphere; the conservatory is alive with statues, and the Captain's Room captures days-gone-by with its Barbary Coast feel. Foodwise, this restaurant is diverse as well; the abalone bisque (a local specialty) is world famous, and the venerable eatery specializes in create-your-own banquet meals. The service will be professional and personable. More than 1,000 wines are at the ready in its wine cellar, which can be rented out for parties of up to 16 people. Join the star-studded list of celebrities who have also dined (and explored) here. See website for menus and wine list. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Huge New York-style Pizzas |
685 Cannery Row (at Prescott Street) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 8463 |
This pizza joint throws together huge, New York-style pizzas and stocks over four hundred wines for you drinking pleasure. You do not find that combination in many other places, which is why this pizzeria is becoming very popular. WIth names like the Bronx Combo, the Queens Deluxe, and the 6th Street Special, one will be instantly transplated to the bronx, where these recipes orginally came from. The pizzeria also has lighting quick lunches featuring many sandwiches and strombolis. This is a great place with great service. See website for menu and wine list. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Jazz, blues, food, beer |
700-A Cannery Row (near Prescott St) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 372 3225 |
This popular jazz and blues club brings in masses of locals for the live music and excellent food. The place is always crowded, with people filling up the mahogany chairs to gorge on the plates of delicious seafood and steak or the good sandwiches. There is a great ocean view, and the stained glass windows give it an historic look. Bands play every night. The place has a wide variety of specials, from Monday Night Football deals to jam nights to private parties. One of the most popular spots on Cannery Row, it also has dynamite service. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Contemporary Mediterranean |
500 Hartnell St (Polk & Madison Sts) Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 373 1110 |
This eatery combines French, Italian and Spanish cuisines with bold California flavors. Situated in an historic adobe building that has gone through many incarnations since 1833, the restaurant caters mostly to locals who come in for the unique mixture of culinary influences and the or try a larger plate like the Smoked Hudson Valley Duck Breast with Hobbs Bacon. The wine list is good with prices ranging from USD20 to about USD375 at the top end. See website for menu, wine list, event announcements and more. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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Country cookin' |
2999 Monterey Salinas Hwy Monterey and Carmel, CA 93940 United States +1 831 647 1444 |
Situated in an old stone house dating back to the 1880s, this is a good place for a romantic dinner. Dine inside by the fireplace or under the stars on the flowery patio. It features good old-fashioned country dishes such as Herb Rotisserie Duck and Grilled Center Cut Pork Chop with Bourbon Molasses. Rooms are available for private parties and catering is also available. The extensive wine list begins at the low end and includes several Syrah, Cabernets, and rare Magnums. The impeccable service attracts many types, from couples on romantic getaways to tourists to locals. Review © 2007, Wcities |
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