DRINKS The Tap Room The Tap Room is a casual and classy spot that calls for a scotch, but there is a generous beer selection, craft cocktails and a convivial 19th-hole atmosphere. What could be better? No wonder it’s a Pebble Beach gathering spot. 1700 17-Mile Drive, Pebble Beach. (831) 6258535, pebblebeach.com Salinas BARS Casa Sorrento It’s a quaint pizzeria by day, but when night rolls around, Casa Sorrento is host to a variety of music. It’s arguably the liveliest venue in the city. 393 Salinas St., Salinas. (831) 757-2720, casasorrento.com Dubber’s Oldtown Bar and Grill This sports bar is located in a Victorian bank building, and the air is sweet nostalgia: vintage sports memorabilia fills the space. 172 Main St., Salinas. (831) 676-0256 Elli’s Great American Restaurant This beloved locals hangout goes big on hospitality, and big on the pours. Besides generous servings of apps, they have an entire cocktail section dedicated to 22-ounce beverages. 1250 S. Main St., Salinas. (831) 759-8455, ellisgreatamericanrestaurant.com Last Call Bar & Grill A handsome space for a few enjoyable drinks. They also host DJs. 9 E. San Luis St., Salinas. (831) 208-6576 Stonies Taphouse & Bistro Stonies rotates craft beers through its 24 taps, so there’s plenty to choose from. And if you don’t know what you want, they offer beer flights. Not bad to go along with barbecue. 1366 S. Main St., Salinas. (831) 202-0632, stoniestaphouse.com XL Public House This neighborhood watering hole is known for giving back to the community, and also for some strong and flavorful beers. They’ve also got a beer garden that hosts events like paint-and-sip, standup comedy or just plain old beer drinking. 127 Main St., Salinas. (831) 800-7625 BREWERIES Alvarado Street Taproom See listing under Monterey. 301 Main St., Salinas. (831) 356-0219, asb.beer Steel Bonnet Brewing Co. A Scotts Valley favorite, Steel Bonnet is opening a Salinas taproom in 2026. 217 S. Main St., Salinas. steelbon.net Sand City / Seaside BARS Cuz’s Sportsman’s Club This no-fuss dive is all about the basics—plus a popcorn machine, darts and pool tables. It’s popular no matter the time of day. 594 Broadway Ave., Seaside. (831) 394-2666 Deja Blue There’s a constant lineup of music at this bar and nightclub. 500 Broadway Ave., Seaside. (831) 383-2553, dejabluerestaurant.com Lynn’s Arcade A subhead is in order here: A Pinball Parlor and Can Slingery. And no, they don’t throw cans your way, but they stock a rotating selection of beer—and non-alcoholic drinks; Lynn’s caters to all ages. 1760 Fremont Blvd., Seaside. (831) 641-7173, lynnsarcade.com BREWERIES Other Brother Beer Co. This airy brewpub is a locals watering hole and hangout spot. The beers are award winners, there is a solid menu and outdoor seating. 877 Broadway Ave., Seaside. (831) 747-1106, otherbrotherbeer.com South County BARS The Cork & Plough A restaurant that doubles as an upscale cocktail bar. 200 Broadway St., King City. (831) 386-9491, thecorkandplough.com Fourth Street Tap House The guiding philosophy here is all about great craft beer. Indeed, this is a go-to for fine brews in South County. 25 4th St., Gonzales. 6755095, fourthstreettaphouse.com Pozzi’s Stampede A proper saloon is a requirement for south Monterey County, and you’ll find it in downtown King City. 207 Broadway St., King City. (831) 385-3425 Rising Phoenix Tap Room With 24 craft beers on tap and a selection of local wines, Rising Phoenix is already a good place to hang. A menu of wood-fired pizzas just makes things better. 320 Broadway St., King City. (831) 776-9192, risingphoenixtaproom.com 64 THE BEST OF MONTEREY BAY ® 2026-2027 DINE IN / TAKEOUT / DELIVERY 720 BROADWAY AVE. SEASIDE 831-899-1762 SEASIDE’S FINEST THIN CRUST PIZZA SOURDOUGH PIZZA OPEN DAILY • • DRAFT BEER • • Oven_1-6v_ED24_ec.indd 1 4/18/24 12:20 PM Untitled-37 1 4/15/26 1:00 PM MonarchPub_1-6v_VG26_dg.indd 1 6/11/26 3:36 PM
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