Restaurant Guide- Recommendations from our Staff

Wondering where to go to for a delicious meal? Check out our team’s favorite go-to spots around the Monterey Peninsula:

Katie’s List

1. Deetjens Big Sur Inn – Big Sur, California
2. Chez Nior – Carmel-by-the-sea, California
3. Noodle Bar – Seaside, California
4. Monterey Farmers Market at the Del monte shopping center – Monterey, California
5. Sushi Heaven – Carmel-by-the-sea, California
6. The Crossroads Barbeque- Carmel-by-the-sea, California
7. Salt Wood – Seaside, California
8. Julia Vegetarian Restaurant – Monterey, California
9. Happy Girl – Pacific Grove, California
10. The Sea Harvest – Carmel-by-the-Sea, California

Ben’s List

Flo’s List

1. Sandbar and Grill – Monterey, California: Local vibe on the water, lots of options.
2. Heirloom Pizza Company – Monterey, California: Amazing Deep Dish pizza.
3. Fish House – Monterey, California: Best Seafood.
4. Happy Girl Kitchen – Monterey, California: Great veggie options.
5. Hula’s – Monterey, California: Lots of options including veggie.
6. La Tortuga – Seaside, California: Best Mexican restaurant.
7. Noodle Bar – Seaside, California: Vietnamese.
8. Breadsong – Carmel, California: Amazing sandwiches.
9. Andronicos Market – Monterey, California: Good sandwiches and deli options on the go.
10. First Awakenings – Monterey, California: Huge pancakes, great specials

Zane’s List

1. Point Pinos Grill – Pacific Grove, California: You really can’t go wrong with anything here. Get a mimosa.
2. First Awakenings – Pacific Grove, California: Amazing omelets and pancakes bigger than your head.
3. Wave Street Cafe – Pacific Grove, California.
4. Red House Cafe – Pacific Grove, California.
5. Pavels Bakery – Pacific Grove, California.
6. Toasties – Pacific Grove, California.
7. Victorian Corner – Pacific Grove, California.
8. The Bagel Kitchen – Pacific Grove, California.
9. Loulou’s Griddle in the Middle – Pacific Grove, California.
10. Paris Bakery and Cafe – Pacific Grove, California

Bryan’s List

1. Hula’s Tiki Bar – Monterey, California: Great for late lunch or dinner, awesome environment and menu.
2. First Awakenings – Monterey, California: Near our Cannery Row shop, great breakfast spot before you ride.
3. Alta Bakery – Monterey, California: Nice relaxing bakery cafe with outdoor seating. Delicious menu and drinks.
4. Crossroads BBQ – Carmel, California: Near our Carmel shop, BBQ food.
5. Cultura – Carmel, California: Fine Dining Mexican food. In Carmel. Highly rated.
6. Alvarado Street Brewery & Bistro – Carmel, California: @ Carmel Plaza.
7. Dust Bowl Depot – Monterey, California: Right off the Rec Trail. Go when they have a food truck.
8. Nacho Bizness – Monterey, California: Good portioned nachos and burritos. On Alvarado.
9. Fishwife – Pacific Grove, California: Close to our 17MD shop, a long running establishment with a good menu.
10. Dos Victorias – Monterey, California.

D’s List

1. Petra’s – Pacific Grove, California: Mediterranean food – Get the Falafel Salad. Located at 477 Lighthouse Ave​​​​.
2. El Cantaro’s – Monterey, California: All Vegan Mexican food.
3. Red House Cafe – Pacific Grove, California: Italian Americana style – Get the portobello mushroom burger without cheese.
4. Hulas Tiki Bar and Grill – Monterey, California: Great Vegan Options – Get the Shishito Peppers and sweet potato fries as an appetizer.
5. Toribashi – Monterey, California: Great Vegan Japanese noodle bowls.
6. Happy Girl Kitchen Co – Pacific Grove, California: Super high-quality organic small bites. The only operating cannery still left in Monterey. Strongest Coffee in town.
7. Terra Superfoods – Monterey, California: Amazing superfoods in small bites/desserts