Visitors Guide 2024

102 The Best of Monterey Bay ® 2024-2025 Delis, Markets and Shops Cannery Row Deli Cannery Row Deli is small, but that doesn’t hurt its popularity. They serve breakfast—burritos and plates—and a range of deli sandwiches for lunch. It’s just a few steps from the Rec Trail, too, so you can work off that burrito. 101 Drake Ave., Monterey. (831) 645-9549, canneryrowdeli.com Carmel Honey Company See listing under Carmel. 700 Cannery Row, Monterey. (831) 205-0085, carmelhoneycompany.com Cha-Ya Japanese Tea & Things The name of this little shop is self explanatory. This is the spot to purchase tea bags, loose tea, accessories and more (the more meaning books and other stuff). 118 Webster St., Monterey. (831) 646-5486, chaya4tea.com Compagno’s Market & Deli There is almost always a line for their deli sandwiches. That’s the big draw here (big has two meanings, in this context), but there’s also a selection of chips and other groceries. 2000 Prescott Ave., Monterey. (831) 375-5987 Coniglio Brothers Italian Deli Maybe it’s best to go with one of the house sandwiches, or a classic like pastrami on rye or a muffaletta. To build your own—let’s put it this way. There are 18 different meats on the menu and 24 different cheeses. Take your time. 750 Cannery Row #108, Monterey. (831) 901-3175, conigliodeli.com Elroy’s Fine Foods One can shop for groceries at Elroy’s. There are a number of local items, and an emphasis on organic. And you may desperately need smoked Maldon sea salt for a recipe. But there is also a smoothie bar, prepared foods, a selection of natural wines, coffee, bulk items… this could go on. 15 Soledad St., Monterey. (831) 373-3737, elroysfinefoods.com Ike’s Love and Sandwiches Monterey’s outpost of the Bay Area chain offers an impressive list of deli sandwich choices. Yes, there are both vegetarian and vegan options. 570 Munras Ave. #70, Monterey. (831) 643-0900, ilikeikesplace.com International Market & Deli It’s far too easy to overlook this spot. And once inside, you still can’t imagine how much stuff— groceries, spices and the deli—fits into such a tiny space. But the gyros alone are worth it. 580 LIghthouse Ave., Monterey. (831) 3759451, internationalmarketanddeli.webs.com La Sala’s Bi-Rite Market Among the city’s hidden gems. This deli and market features the meats, cheeses and breads you expect, along with daily specials. 250 Casa Verde Way, Monterey. (831) 3726824, lasalasbiritemarketca.com Malinka European Mini Market Cheeses, smoked fish, cookies, pickles and other items that are difficult to find elsewhere. The focus is largely on eastern and central Europe, although the shop does also look further across the continent. 484 Lighthouse Ave., Monterey. (831) 241-9051 Monterey’s Tasty Olive Bar When someone says “extra virgin olive oil” it just brings up questions from the folks at this shop. Some olive oils are grassy, some fruity, earthy, bitter, buttery or a combination. And then there are balsamics. And flavored varieties. It’s a place to let your taste buds roam. 751 Cannery Row, Monterey. (831) 242-8900, montereystastyolivebar.com Bakeries, Ice Cream and other Treats Ad Astra Bread Co. There’s a reason area restaurants boast about serving Ad Astra bread. It can very reasonably be argued that it’s the best around. 479 Alvarado St., Monterey. adastrabread.com Alta Bakery and Cafe A local’s favorite for many reasons, including its outdoor seating. There are pastries, cofDomenico’s on the Wharf

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