FOOD Reservation Road #I, Marina. (831) 884-2568, michaelsgrillandtaqueria.biz Sarita’s Mexican Grill See listing under Monterey. 342 Reservation Road, Marina. (831) 384-1318, saritasmexicangrill.com Tony’s Grill & Mexican Cuisine Newly opened in 2026, Tony’s is a family operation with Oaxacan favorites and a little American flair. 250 Reservation Road, Marina. (831) 324-0439, tonysgrillmc.com. SEAFOOD Salt Wood Kitchen & Oysterette Salt Wood gives Marina a taste of fine dining. Come for the seasonal oyster menu, stay for anything else on offer from the kitchen, which draws from local sources and changes seasonally. 3295 Dunes Drive, Marina. (831) 883-5535, saltwoodkitchenandoysterette.com Delis/Markets/Shops Local This is an unpretentious sandwich spot with cold cuts or internationally inspired hot options (banh mi, cubano, chicken parm) on one hand, and a grocer on the other, with offerings like mustards, pickles and salamis. 215 Reservation Road, Suite N, Marina. localemv.com Cafes/Bakeries/Ice Cream/ Other Treats Cheesecake Dreamations Cheesecakes come in all sizes, from a customary pie to one- or two-bite minis. And the flavors, well, there are something like 50 of them. 265 Reservation Road, Marina. (831) 884-5033, cheesecakedreamations.net Coffee Mia The friendly neighborhood atmosphere plus strong coffee, flavorful paninis and a dogfriendly setting make this a popular local’s destination to grab a bite or to linger. 250 Reservation Road, Marina. (831) 384-0148 Marina Donuts & Bagels There are regularly long lines flowing from this institution, for good reason. There are doughnuts—try the creme filled—and bagels with different spreads to choose from, just as the name suggests. 266 Reservation Road, Marina. (831) 833-4527 Monterey Restaurants AMERICAN/REGIONAL AMERICAN C Restaurant + Bar At the Intercontinental Hotel’s restaurant the menu is designed with three fundamentals: creativity, freshness and sustainability. Outside seating and bay placement make it 90 THE BEST OF MONTEREY BAY ® 2026-2027 THE MONTEREYPENINSULA’S MOST RECOMMENDEDPIZZERIA ’98-’24 BEST PIZZA ’25 BEST PIZZA PLACE 3 BLOCKSUPFROMCANNERYROW/AQUARIUM Gianni’s Pizza Family Owned & Operated Since 1974 AFFORDABLE FAMILY DINING Pizza • Pasta • Ravioli • Calzones • Salads Great Italian Sandwiches Gelato • Delicious Desserts BANQUET ROOM • FULL COCKTAIL BAR OPEN MON-THUR 4PM • FRI 3PM • SAT & SUN 12PM Call ahead for take-out service 649-1500 725 Lighthouse Avenue Monterey Oa pf fpeertsi za ewr si ,deenrtarne ge se , oafntdr addeistsi oe nr tasl . IWn dhi eatnh ceur iysoi nue’ r, ei ni nc l ut hdei n g mood for a spicy vindaloo or a creamy korma, Ambrosia has something for everyone. DOWNTOWN MONTEREY 565 Abrego Street (831) 641-0610 Lunch Buffet 11:30am-2:45pm, Dinner 4-9pm ambrosiaib.com LOS GATOS 133 N. Santa Cruz Ave.(408) 827-4339 Lunch 11:30am-2:45pm, Dinner 4pm SCOTTS VALLEY 6006 La Madrona Drive #D (831) 713 -5594 Lunch 11:45am-2:45pm, Dinner 4:30pm APTOS 207 Sea Ridge Road (831) 685-0610 Lunch 11:30am-2:45pm, Dinner 4:30pm ’08-’25 TNHOATNH OI NU GR LBEESSST Monterey County Best Indian Restaurant 18 years
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