DRINKS Turn 12 Bar & Grill This love letter to Laguna Seca styles a 50-foot pewter bar top and a grid of vintage photos to go with a lineup of draft beers and drinks. 400 Tyler St., Monterey. (831) 3728876, turn12barandgrill.com Woody’s at the Airport That locals frequent the airport bar tells you everything you need to know. It’s not just for travelers, but a destination for a drink or a meal, and a place to watch a game—or planes taking off. Inside Monterey Regional Airport, 200 Fred Kane Drive, Monterey. (831) 3731232, woodysmontereyairport.com Breweries Alvarado Street Brewery The mix of chef, brewmaster and design give it the feel of a big-city trendsetter, but it also features a beer garden out back. The beer menu is ever-changing, but always includes gold medal-winners, and the easy-drinking lager Monterey Beer. 426 Alvarado St., Monterey, (831) 655-2337, asb.beer Dust Bowl Brewing Company The long benches on the back patio invite groups big or small to sample a range of beers, order from the adjacent taco truck if it’s on hand or try your hand at cornhole. Doggie friends welcome in the outdoor area, as well. 290 Figueroa St. (adjacent to Rec Trail), Monterey. (831) 641-7002, dustbowlbrewing. com Fieldwork Brewing Company This outdoor-only beer garden is a locals gathering place that’s particularly nice on a sunny afternoon, or post up next to a fire pit on a chilly night. The beer list is always changing, and tasters are available if you want to try them all. 560 Munras Ave., Monterey. (831) 324-0658, fieldworkbrewing.com/monterey Peter B’s Brewpub The brew team has been working magic with classic beer styles and more inventive takes. So you come for the beer (and sports on TV). But the menu may keep you in place. Portola Hotel and Spa, 2 Portola Plaza, Monterey. (831) 649-2699, portolahotel.com Liquor Stores Clay’s Liquor Formerly the much-loved Bottles n Bins, Clay’s Liquor is the second location of a Salinas store that has been a go-to for 50 years. 898 Lighthouse Ave., Monterey. (831) 375-5488 The Whisky Club You name it, they likely have it. The Whisky Club stocks rarities and collector whiskeys, as well as more approachable bottles from all around the world. The owner is like an encyclopedia of malt. Tasting events are held on a regular basis. 425 Alvarado St., Monterey. (831) 241-6713, twc11.com NORTH COUNTY Bars 101 Wine Press Come for the local wines by the glass or a draft beer, stay for the barbecue—and the energetic vibes that make this place always lively. 8049 San Miguel Road, Prunedale. (831) 272-3025, 101winepress.com Aromas Grill This is a full restaurant with excellent food, but you can also keep it simple and pull up a seat at the bar, order a beer and watch news or sports on TV or chat with locals. 304 Carpenteria Road, Aromas. (831) 726-9999, aromasgrill.com Haute Enchilada Cafe It’s a cafe, a gallery and a place to hang out, eat sustainably and sip on a Mezzy Rita or two. Or a Haute Rita. Yes, you can also have a regular margarita. 7902 Moss Landing Road, Moss Landing. (831) 633-5843, hauteenchilada.com 62 THE BEST OF MONTEREY BAY ® 2024-2025 Cruise to the BEST SPORTS BAR IN MONTEREY! Great food in a casual, fun atmosphere Sat/Sun Brunch • Lunch Dinner • Late Night Banquets ’21 ’22 (831) 372-TURN | 400 Tyler St., Monterey www.turn12barandgrill.com M P O DINING DOWNTOWN DONE RIGHT Relaxed casual atmosphere. Gourmet California comfort food. Outstanding craft drinks. (831) 372-TURN | 400 TYLER ST, MONTEREY www.turn12barandgrill.com M P Z Turn12_1-3s_VG23_dg.indd 1 6/9/23 10:55 AM Voted Monterey County’s BEST FISH & CHIPS 11 years in a row! Come In and See Why! Wharf #2 • Monterey 372-0581 LBPMonterey.com ’23 LBP_1-6v_ED24_gk.indd 1 4/9/24 4:47 PM
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