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SIGNATURE DISHES PROMOTIONAL SECTION cheddar bun—rich, savory, and truly unforgettable. Located behind the Portola Hotel & Spa. Two Portola Plaza, Monterey, (831) 649-2699, peterbsmonterey.com Piccolo Panini With a menu boasting more than ten varieties of panini, there’s a vibrant sandwich with authentic Italian flavors and a modern twist for everyone. Featuring Italian deli classic ingredients like mortadella, soppressata, salami, grilled eggplant, provolone, mozzarella and more, a sandwich at Piccolo will make your day with each bite. 32 Cannery Row, Monterey, (831) 718-8520, piccolopaninigrill.com Red House Cafe Smoked Salmon on a Potato Pancake Served with creme fraiche, capers, red onions and fresh dill. Paired with a glass of prosecco or a mimosa and it’s the perfect weekend brunch, served Saturday and Sunday, 8am-2:30pm. 662 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove, (831) 643-1060, redhousecafe.com Rosine’s Homemade Lasagna America learned the secrets behind Rosine’s lasagna on Guy Fieri’s Diners, Drive-ins and Dives on the Food Network, but no one can make it like the Culcasi family does right here in Monterey. Stop into this iconic Alvarado Street restaurant for fresh pasta layered with spinach, ground beef, ricotta, Monterey Jack, freshly grated asiago and Parmesan cheeses, melted together with their delicious homemade meat sauce. 434 Alvarado St, Monterey, (831) 375-1400, rosinesmonterey.com Sandbar & Grill Sandbar Curry The local favorite for good food with a great view has great sand dabs and famous calamari that are fan favorites. The Sandbar Curry is a standout featuring a French-style curry served with risotto. Choose shrimp, scallops, or fresh fish. Paired with a fresh cocktail or a wine from a great list, you are in for a treat. Wharf 2, Monterey, (831) 3732818, sandbarandgrillmonterey.com 52 THE BEST OF MONTEREY BAY ® EAT + DRINK 2026-2027 OPEN DAILY FOR LUNCH & DINNER ONLY THE FINEST ANDTHE FRESHEST Order Online at HarumiSeaside.Menu11.com (831) 899-9988 Harumi_1-3s_ED24_KB.indd 1 4/22/24 10:51 AM for selecting us for Pacific Grove 2026 Restaurant Excellence of the Year. Thank You 542 Lighthouse Ave, Pacific Grove (831)-920-2662 spottedduckpg.com Open Fri & Sat 5-8:30pm Open Sun, Mon & Thurs 5-8pm Closed Tues & Wed SpottedDuck_1-6h_ED2026_dg.indd 1 4/13/26 2:53 PM The Steinbeck House Enjoy a delicious meal in the boyhood home of John Steinbeck. Lunch • Catering • 2nd Saturday High Tea Gift Shop & Bookstore • Free Tours Private Parties • Special Events Scan to visit our website, menu & events. The Steinbeck House Restaurant Tues.-Sat. 11:30am-2pm Best Cellar Gift Shop & Bookstore Tues.-Sat. 11am-3pm 132 Central Avenue, Salinas • 831- 424-2735 www.steinbeckhouse.com we are a non-profit organization. All proceeds go to maintaining and preserving the Steinbeck House. SteinbeckHouse_1-6h_ED26_kb.indd 1 4/9/26 12:08 PM

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