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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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Pebble Beach Visit Website
The Terrace Lounge
17 Mile Dr Pebble Beach, CA 93953

Monterey Visit Website
The Crown & Anchor
150 W. Franklin St Monterey, CA 93940
Nautically themed British watering hole with classic pub grub, international beers & outdoor patio. When visiting historic Old Town Monterey, come and enjoy the atmosphere of a truly authentic…

Big Sur Visit Website
Wild Coast Restaurant & Sushi Bar
71895 Hwy 1 Big Sur, CA 93920
Offering fresh and organic farm-to-table dinners using recipes from around the world creatively crafted with locally grown ingredients. We harvest a large portion of the salad greens and vegetables…

Pebble Beach Visit Website
The Bench
17 Mile Dr Pebble Beach, CA 93953

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…

Pacific Grove Visit Website
Wild Fish
545 Lighthouse Ave Pacific Grove, CA 93950
100% Local and Organic. Raw ingredients are purchased directly from the supplier. Our world-class kitchen cleans and prepares the ingredients. Only hours after receiving the ingredients, your dinner is…

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…

Carmel-by-the-Sea Visit Website
A W Shucks Cocktail & Oyster Bar
Ocean between San Carlos & Dolores Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
In the center of town, enjoy our fabulous oyster bar, fish & chips, clam chowder, calamari, burgers & more. Full bar with an extensive selection of cocktails, beer & wine.

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.…

Monterey Visit Website
Rosine's Restaurant
434 Alvarado Monterey, CA 93940

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…

Monterey Visit Website
American Burger
738 Lighthouse Ave Monterey, CA 93940

Salinas
First Awakenings
171 Main St Salinas, CA 93901

Pebble Beach Visit Website
Gallery Cafe
17 Mile Dr Pebble Beach, CA 93953

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!