special advertising Section Alvarado Street Brewery Bar Pies Chef Delfino Xicotencatl has been working with LA’s esteemed Noel Brohner of Slow Rise Pizza to launch Bar Pies at the flagship downtown Monterey brewpub and they are quickly becoming a hit. The bar pie has a light flaky thin crust encrusted with Pecorino and Mozzarella cheese Frico. From toppings ranging from Pepperoni and Hot Honey or Calabrese Sausage and Pineapple or Clams with coconut milk, sausage and jalapenos. 426 Alvarado St, Monterey, (831) 655-2337, asb.beer/ pages/montereybrewpub 301 Main St. Salinas, (831) 293-0219, asb. beer/pages/alvaradoonmain Mission Street & 7th Ave Carmel Plaza, Suite 112, Carmel, (831) 293-8621, asb. beer/pages/carmelbistro Abalonetti Marty Special This restaurant on Fisherman’s Wharf specializes in Monterey Bay Calamari and offers almost a dozen variations on this classic. Try the Marty Special featuring flash fried calamari filets over fried eggplant with marinara, parmesan and mozzarella. 57 Fisherman’s Wharf, Monterey, (831) 373-1851, abalonetti.com Bayonet & Black Horse Peter Piper Cheese Steak After 18 holes, or simply to enjoy the jaw dropping views, this clever take on a classic starts with a braveheart sliced ribeye and rounds out the flavor profile with pickled peppers, grilled onions, provolone cheese, and marinara. 1 McClure Way, Seaside, (831) 899-7271 Beach House PG Lovers Point Beach Seafood Pasta Fresh linguini is served with a great mix of fresh seafood atop it. The fresh salmon, scallops, clams and grilled prawns are cooked in a tomato-caper sauce sure to please. Enjoy as you dine overlooking Lovers Point Beach. 620 Ocean View Blvd, Pacific Grove, (831) 375-2345, beachhousepg.com Benihana Splash and Meadow Your personal chef performs the ancient Japanese art of teppanyaki in an elegant dining room, preparing a meal that will dazzle your eyes and taste buds. Tender slices of steak and colossal shrimp are grilled at your own teppan table and served with onion soup (made daily), salad, shrimp appetizer, hibachi vegetables, dipping sauces, steamed rice, Japanese green tea and ice cream or sherbert. 136 Olivier St, Monterey, (831) 644-9007, benihanamonterey.com Britannia Arms Fish & Chips Locals and visitors alike flock to the Britannia Arms for good drinks, friendly atmosphere, classic British and American meals, karaoke, happy hour, and all English Premier League and international soccer matches. Follow the locals’ lead by ordering up the Britannia Arms Fish & Chips, featuring fresh cod lightly dipped in light housemade beer batter and deep fried golden brown. Served with chips or coleslaw. 444 Alvarado St, Monterey, (831) 656-9543, britanniaarmsofmonterey.com Butter House Adobo Pork Belly Fried Rice Rice fried in - as the name of the restaurant almost demands - butter with soy sauce, bell peppers, garlic, onions, and pieces of adobo pork belly is then served with two eggs on top. Amid a rich family-friendly menu, this dish is a true highlight. 1760 Fremont Blvd Suite B-1, Seaside, (831) 394-2887, thebutterhouse.com C restaurant + bar Applewood Smoked Liberty Duck Breast The applewood-smoked Liberty duck breast from Sonoma Farms is currently served with English peas, a carrot-orange puree, morel mushrooms, and Yukon gold potato confit, with a natural jus. If you are seeking sustainable seafood, a fine steak or other culinary delights, there are no wrong choices when you are in a setting as beautiful as the C restaurant + bar. 750 Cannery Row, Monterey, (831) 375-4800, www. thecrestaurant-monterey.com Cafe Fina Pasta Gianna Stop by this longtime local Italian seafood and pasta restaurant on the wharf for a lunch or dinner to remember. Opt for the Pasta Gianna, named after owner Dominic Mercurio’s granddaughter. It features baked rigatoni with ground sausage, meatballs, mushrooms, peas and cheese. Pair with a signature cocktail or a wine from a long list featuring local and imported wines. Enjoy the sealife right outside the windows. 47 Fishermans Wharf #1, Monterey, (831) 372-5200, cafefina.com Coastal Kitchen 5 Course Tasting Menu Savor in a 5 course Chef’s tasting menu with optional sommelier wine pairings with each course. An example course is a Wood Roasted Black Cod with Smoked Sweet Potato, Blood Orange and an Octopus and Chorizo Vinaigrette. 400 Cannery Row, Monterey, (831) 645-4064, coastalkitchenmonterey.com Coniglio Deli Deli Sandwiches From classic favorites like muffaletta to any wacky combination you could imagine, the folks at Coniglio Deli have your sandwich needs covered. And we do mean ANY combination - the menu lists 18 different meats and 24 different cheeses. These selections are also available by the pound if you want to take it to go. 750 Cannery Row Suite 108, Monterey, (831) 901-3175, conigliodeli.com Covey Grill at Quail Flannery 14 Day Dry Aged Porterhouse Situated in sunny Carmel Valley, Covey Grill at Quail Lodge is a perfect place to head for California cuisine inspired by international flavors. You can expect to see elevated presentation of unique flavor profiles and breaking away from the traditional menu items with a new creative twist. Chef recommends the porterhouse, and from the “Butcher’s Block” portion of their menu, this is served with potato rosti, confit shallots, mushroom and jus. 8205 Valley Greens Dr, Carmel, (831) 624-2888, quaillodge.com/dining-carmel 46 The Best of Monterey Bay ® EAT + DRINK 2024-2025 Signature Dishes signature-dish_24.indd 1 4/19/24 3:07 PM
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