Restaurants
American
Welcome to WhatsUpMonterey's Restaurant Guide, your ultimate resource for exploring the best of modern American cuisine in Monterey County!
Our guide showcases the finest restaurants in Carmel, Monterey, Pacific Grove, and Pebble Beach, offering a delightful mix of casual and upscale dining options. Our curated list features restaurants that use high-quality and locally sourced ingredients to prepare unique and flavorful dishes. Whether you're a local or a visitor, our guide is your ultimate resource for discovering the best American restaurants in Monterey Bay. Let's explore and savor the flavors of Monterey County's vibrant culinary scene together!
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Carmel-by-the-Sea Visit Website
Seventh & Dolores Steakhouse - 7D
SE Corner 7th Ave & Dolores St Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
The Seventh & Dolores Steakhouse, or 7D, is founded on a commitment to quality and honesty – naturally farmed and humanely raised foods prepared in simple, soulful ways. While the heart of…
Pebble Beach Visit Website
Sticks
2700 17 Mile Dr Pebble Beach, CA 93953
After a spectacular round of golf or a brisk walk on the beach, STICKS is the perfect place for down-home comfort food served up in a lively sports-bar atmosphere. Savor hearty meals, cold draft beer…
Big Sur Visit Website
Big Sur River Inn Restaurant
46840 Highway 1 Big Sur, CA 93920
Renew your spirit at the full service restaurant and bar at Big Sur River Inn. Enjoy a fabulous breakfast, lunch or dinner in the historic dining room or outside on the deck, the lawn or along the bank…
Marina Visit Website
Ticos Breakfast & Lunch
330 Reservation Rd Marina, CA 93933
Salinas
First Awakenings
171 Main St Salinas, CA 93901
Carmel-by-the-Sea Visit Website
Brophy's Tavern
4th & San Carlos Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Centrally located on the corner of 4th & San Carlos in downtown Carmel, Brophy’s offers hand-crafted cocktails, cold draft beer, 7 large screen tv's and the best pub fare in town!
Monterey Visit Website
Islands Restaurant
300 Del Monte Center Monterey, CA 93940
Islands Fine Burgers & Drinks is a burger restaurant that specializes in gourmet burgers and beer, fresh cut fries, tropical drinks and great happy hour deals. Find a location and visit Islands…
Marina Visit Website
Salt Wood Kitchen and Oysterette
3295 Dunes Dr. Marina, CA 93933
Welcome to Salt Wood – the culinary destination of the Monterey area. Salt Wood features three distinct dining environments - a full-service dining room, lively bar and lounge and al fresco dining patio.…
Carmel-by-the-Sea Visit Website
Mission Ranch
26270 Dolores St Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93923
The Restaurant at Mission Ranch is one of the most spectacular spots to dine on the Monterey Peninsula. The view is gorgeous: sheep grazing in our meadow, Santa Lucia Mountains in the near distance and…
Carmel Visit Website
R G Burgers
201 The Crossroads Carmel, CA 93923
Pacific Grove Visit Website
Red House Cafe
662 Lighthouse Ave Pacific Grove, CA 93950
The "Little Red House" is a local landmark. Originally built in 1895, restored in 1995 to its original condition and opened the current restaurant in 1996. Our cuisine is best described as…
Pebble Beach Visit Website
The Bench
17 Mile Dr Pebble Beach, CA 93953
Carmel Valley Visit Website
Running Iron Restaurant & Saloon
24 E Carmel Valley Rd Carmel Valley, CA 93924
Carmel-by-the-Sea Visit Website
Terry's Lounge
Lincoln between Ocean & 7th, Cypress Inn Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
Terry’s Restaurant + Lounge at Cypress Inn, Carmel by the Sea. Known for its classic cocktails and canine-friendly vibe, Carmel-by-the-Sea’s iconic Cypress Inn, a 1929 landmark property co-owned by legendary…
Seaside Visit Website
Googie Grill
1520 Del Monte Blvd Seaside, CA 93955
Whether you are having a quick business lunch, a family celebration, a birthday party, or dinner date, it is our first priority at Googie that customer’s have a fresh, fun, and memorable experience.…








