reopen after extensive renovations. The fried cheese curds are the perfect way to end the day, or prepare for the rest of the night. Pearl Hour in Monterey puts the emphasis on classic cocktails. From 6-8pm, favorites from the Mad Men era (and beyond) are just $10. And if that’s not enticing enough, keep in mind that they are shaken—or stirred— by one of the finest bartending teams in the county. There are also a few local establishments that think outside the traditional happy hour box. Otto’s Bread Company in Salinas has happy hours Tuesday through Friday from 3-4pm because the breadheads need love, too. Get a pretzel and beer combo for $10 and 15-percent off select breads and pastries. Shearwater Tavern pegs happy hour Tuesday through Sunday from 4-6pm, with a special fur-babyfriendly Dog Bar on Tuesdays from 6-8pm. In addition to their regular happy hour featuring bar bites at a great price, $8 glasses of house wine and $7 beers, they have a special dog menu, all to be enjoyed on the patio by the fire with live music. Happy hour can also take you places—Spain, for instance, or the Pacific islands. Estéban Restaurant in Monterey has tapas hour daily from 4:30-6:30pm with discounted plates and drink specials like pitchers of sangria and Spanish margaritas. Is there anything better than a pitcher of sangria on the pet-friendly patio with friends? Hula’s Island Grill offers Tiki Tuesdays, where you can get happy hour offerings, which are served every other day 4-5:30pm, all day. Live like you’re on the islands with $8 pupus and tiki drinks. There are other places just as enticing, but the point is evident: Happy hour is many things—happy, yes; but an hour? No. 20 THE BEST OF MONTEREY BAY ® EAT + DRINK 2025-2026 A Perfect Spot For Great Food & Drinks With Breathtaking Views of Monterey Bay GREAT Paninis, Soups, Salads, Pinsa Romana, Craft Beer & Wine Vegetarian and gluten free items | Indoor and outdoor seating | Dine in or take out Located on the Coast Guard Pier | www.piccolopaninigrill.com 32 Cannery Row, Suite C, Monterey • (831) 718-8520 Catering and events up to 40 people available Sandwiches - Salads - Craft Beers - WineCoffee Ocean Views From Every Table Offering a wonderful variety of traditional Italian cuisine, prepared by renowned Chef Maurizio Cutrignelli, made with the freshest ingredients available, great handcrafted cocktails plus Italian and California wines. Open Tuesday – Sunday for lunch and dinner. HAPPY HOUR Tuesday – Friday & Sunday 3 – 6pm 32 Cannery Row, Monterey (Coast Guard Pier) 831.920.2833 www.osteriaalmare.com @osteriaalmare HANDCRAFTED COCKTAILS Osteria_1-3s_ED24_gk.indd 1 4/11/24 3:41 PM Live Music on the Patio Every Saturday Starting May 31st Osteria-Piccolo_2-3v_ED25_gk.indd 1 4/24/25 1:54 PM
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