Guidebook for Monterey
Food Scene
Great Mediterranean cuisine mixed with a gracious staff. Who could ask for more
18 locals recommend
Fandango Restaurant
223 17th StGreat Mediterranean cuisine mixed with a gracious staff. Who could ask for more
The Sardine Factory
701 Wave StGreat Restaurant. World famous cuisine.
The Perfect Crumb Bakery Inc.
301 Lighthouse AveGreat coffee cake. I haven't had anything I didn't love.
Sightseeing
Fishermans Wharf
Fishermans WharfLots of shops and a look into Monterey's fishing history.
Drinks & Nightlife
This is more of a lounge but it's full of friendly, interesting people. I recommend this as a great starting spot for a night out.
13 locals recommend
Lallapalooza
474 Alvarado StThis is more of a lounge but it's full of friendly, interesting people. I recommend this as a great starting spot for a night out.
Parks & Nature
Toro County Park is located six miles from downtown Salinas, and 13 miles from the Monterey Peninsula. First opened to the public in 1971, the park’s 4,756 acres have been a haven for thousands of visitors. The park is also home for many types of wildlife including deer, coyote, and a rare mountain lion or golden eagle. Toro’s pastoral setting makes it the ideal place for your next family outing. Toro County Park has much to offer the outdoor enthusiast. The park facilities include an equestrian staging area and riding trails, two softball fields, playgrounds, horseshoe pits, mountain biking, volleyball courts, and over 20 miles of hiking trials.
30 locals recommend
Toro Park
501 Monterey-Salinas Highway 68Toro County Park is located six miles from downtown Salinas, and 13 miles from the Monterey Peninsula. First opened to the public in 1971, the park’s 4,756 acres have been a haven for thousands of visitors. The park is also home for many types of wildlife including deer, coyote, and a rare mountain lion or golden eagle. Toro’s pastoral setting makes it the ideal place for your next family outing. Toro County Park has much to offer the outdoor enthusiast. The park facilities include an equestrian staging area and riding trails, two softball fields, playgrounds, horseshoe pits, mountain biking, volleyball courts, and over 20 miles of hiking trials.