Best places: Food & Drinks in Monterey County, United States

This mile-long beach offers bird watching opportunities & a popular scuba diving entry point.

Serving American comfort food in a farmhouse restored by Clint Eastwood with pastural views.

All-day breakfast menu, plus lunch, in a casual space with a patio in the Barnyard Shopping Village.

👍👍 It was a great experience to visit the San Andreas fault in Parkfield. A visit in the really lovely Parkfield Café was obligatory. It was a great service and a very friendly staff. Unfortunately we had no time to test the burgers.

Relatively undeveloped park with trails on beaches & through meadows & a walk-in trail camp.

Eatery perched on a Big Sur cliffside offering California fare & a terrace with breathtaking views.

Unique fine arts venue in a converted water tank, with a rooftop cafe serving espresso & sandwiches.

A playful Californian menu offered in rustic-chic, regionally influenced digs with outdoor seating.

An open kitchen, stone pizza oven & patio create a warm vibe at this California cuisine specialist.

👍 Great place for breakfast and super affordable. They’re also very quick to fulfill your order so if you’re on the go this is a great place to stop. The staff is also friendly and accommodating. The food is good. If I could do it again I would still order the breakfast burrito but I would add sour cr...

Popular destination for bird-watching, fishing & horseback riding, with a dune trail & picnic area.

Hotel's revered eatery features upscale Californian cuisine & wine in a refined, country-chic space.

Contemporary spot with a variety of specialty burgers, plus sweet potato fries & milkshakes.

Rustic bread, pastries & sandwiches are specialties at this cozy French bakery.

👍 Very friendly place. Great wait staff. Super dog friendly. Cute casual decor. Food was a bit basic and coffee was where it slipped to 4 stars. But overall nice breakfast place.

Tranquil roadside taproom offering local craft beers & wines, bar snacks & outdoor seating.

Creative American comfort food, wood-fired pizzas & fresh pastries & desserts in a rustic setting.

Vintage car memorabilia covers the walls at this Mexican eatery with a heated patio & funky vibe.

Steaks, ribs, seafood & Mexican eats in a casual setting with country-western decor & a big patio.