The Monterey Bay Area

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  • 1. Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill

    Housed in an historic Beaux Arts building that dates from 1916, this craft brewery lures locals and visitors alike with a full bar and 20 craft beers on tap, decent gastropub menu, beer garden, and shaded sidewalk patio. The company also has a brewery, bistro, and wine bar in Carmel Plaza in Carmel-by-the-Sea.

    426 Alvarado St., Monterey, California, 93940, USA
    831-655–2337
  • 2. Barmel

    Al Capone and other Prohibition-era legends once sidled up to this hip nightspot's carved wooden bar. Rock to DJ music and sit indoors, or head out to the pet-friendly patio. Some menu items pay homage to California's early days.

    San Carlos St., Carmel, California, 93921, USA
    831-626–3400

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    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 3. Catalyst

    This huge, grimy, and fun club books rock, indie rock, punk, death-metal, reggae, and other acts.

    1011 Pacific Ave., Santa Cruz, California, 95060, USA
    831-713–5492
  • 4. Cibo

    An Italian restaurant and event venue with a big bar area, Cibo brings live jazz and other music to downtown five nights a week.

    301 Alvarado St., Monterey, California, 93940, USA
    831-649–8151
  • 5. Crown & Anchor

    An authentic British pub, downtown Crown & Anchor has 20 beers on tap, classic cocktails, and a full menu, including 18 daily specials available in the restaurant and heated patio until midnight.

    150 W. Franklin St., Monterey, California, 93940, USA
    831-649–6496
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  • 6. LindaRose Bar & Grill

    Head up to the rooftop bar at Hotel 1110 for sweeping bay views, craft cocktails, local wine and beer, and an array of Mediterranean-centric dishes—from kebabs and lamb fries to mezze. Check the event schedule for live music and other special happenings.

    1110 Del Monte Ave., Monterey, California, 93940, USA
    831-655–0515
  • 7. Moe's Alley

    Blues, salsa, reggae, funk: delightfully casual Moe's presents it all (and more).

    1535 Commercial Way, Santa Cruz, California, 95065, USA
    831-479–1854

    Nightlife Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon.
  • 8. Mulligan Public House

    A sports bar with seven TV screens, 12 beers on tap, and extensive menu packed with hearty American pub food, Mulligan usually stays open until midnight.

    5 Dolores St. at Ocean, California, 93923, USA
    831-250–5910
  • 9. Peter B's Brewpub

    House-made beers, 18 HDTVs, a decent pub menu, and a pet-friendly patio ensure lively crowds at this craft brewery in back of the Portola Hotel & Spa.

    2 Portola Plaza, Monterey, California, 93940, USA
    831-649–2699

    Nightlife Details

    Rate Includes: Closed Mon. and Tues.
  • 10. Turn 12 Bar & Grill

    The motorcycles and vintage photographs at this downtown watering hole pay homage to nearby 11-turn Laguna Seca Raceway. The large-screen TVs, heated outdoor patio, happy-hour specials, and live entertainment keep the place jumpin' into the wee hours.

    400 Tyler St., Monterey, California, 93940, USA
    831-372–8876

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