When you're in Monterey County for a meeting or conference, your days are packed to the brim often with no room to eat, so it's good to know that after the day's meetings end, you have plenty of late-night dining options to choose from all within walking distance from the Monterey Conference Center and downtown Monterey hotels. Whether you're looking for a quick bite or a place to host a formal group dinner party, here are some great late-night options.
Alejandro's
This restaurant brings Mexico's Riviera Maya to downtown Monterey. Enjoy house-made tortilla chips and salsa, ceviche and even doña teresa's mole, which is a family recipe! Open Monday through Friday from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m., Saturday from 4:30 p.m. to 11 p.m., and Sunday from 4:30 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Alvarado Street Brewery & Grill
Enjoy the vibrant craft brewery and restaurant known for its fresh beers and delicious gastropub fare. Alvarado Street Brewery offers a relaxed atmosphere with indoor and outdoor seating in the lush beer garden out back, making it a popular spot for locals and visitors alike. Their kitchen is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m., and Friday and Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 11 p.m. The bar is open Sunday through Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 10:30 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11:30 a.m. to 11:30 p.m.
Cibo's Ristorante Italiano
Expressive artwork, photography and hand-blown glass create this eclectic ristorante's vibrant ambiance. Cibo offers a wide variety of menu items including gourmet pizzas to multi-course dinners. Guests can enjoy live music five nights a week that include jazz, R&B, Karaoke and some of Monterey’s finest DJ’s! Dinner is served from 5 p.m. to 10 p.m. Enjoy the nightly Happy Hours from 4-7 p.m. and all night long on Thursdays. The bar is open from 4 p.m. to 2 a.m.
Crown and Anchor
Enjoy a fun-filled experience at a stylish British pub. Choose from a variety of appetizers and entrees with the option of a vegetarian and vegan menu. They offer a full-service bar that includes 20 draft beers such as English Ales, Irish Stouts, International Pilsners and Microbrews. Enjoy your drink on the heated patio that gives the feel of your favorite Pub by The River Thames in London! Crown and Anchor is open Monday through Friday from 4 p.m. to 11 p.m. with happy hour from 4 p.m. to 6 p.m. and Saturday and Sunday from 12 p.m. to 11 p.m.
MidiCi The Neapolitan Pizza Company
Take a stroll downtown and try MidiCi pizza! They offer fresh, natural quality, mostly non-GMO ingredients to create your ideal Neapolitan Pizza. Embrace the ambiance with live jazz music on Thursdays from 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and Sundays from 5 p.m. to 8 p.m. They are open 7 days a week starting at 4 p.m. for dine-in until 11 p.m. or takeout and delivery until 11:30 p.m. Monday through Thursday and until 1 a.m. on Friday through Sunday.
Montrio
Dine at Monterey's first firehouse which was built in 1910! Inspired by European and American cuisines, enjoy internationally and seasonally-inspired small plates and main course meals. Montrio uses sustainable seafood, local organic produce, prime meats and house-made desserts along with homegrown stocks and sauces. Montrio is open Sunday through Thursday from 5 p.m. to 9 p.m. and until 10 p.m. on Friday and Saturday.
Nacho Bizness
With freshly made ingredients every day, Nacho Bizness brings the highest quality of nachos in the area! Choose from different meats, cheeses and toppings to build your ideal nacho plate. Enjoy trivia and beers on Wednesdays and win a prize from a local business! They are open Tuesday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 11 p.m. and Sundays from 11 a.m. to 7p.m.
ROSINE'S RESTAURANT
Featured on Guy Fieri's show "Diners, Drive-ins and Dives," this restaurant is a family-owned favorite known for hearty comfort food, generous portions and award-winning desserts since 1980. They are open everyday from 8 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Sur Burger
Visit Sur Burger and choose from a variety of beef (or non-meat) burgers, hot dogs, chicken sandwiches, wings and more. They also have a selection of beers on tap. Their hours are Sunday through Thursday from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m. and Friday and Saturday from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Turn 12 Bar & Grill
Turn 12 Bar & Grill is the perfect spot for a group meal, should that be lunch, dinner, happy hour or weekend brunch. The large restaurant and bar can easily accommodate groups with a diverse menu suited for everyone with hearty options like salad, pasta, burgers, pizza and more. The décor pays homage to the nearby WeatherTech Raceway Laguna Seca with walls adorned with vintage race photographs and historic motorcycles displayed above the 50-foot pewter bar. Turn 12 is open daily until 1 a.m.
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