Sandbar & Grill - Monterey (CA)

4 /5 Gina Hinds, Realtor: One of the best happy hours around! I’ve been here many times and the bar is often full so I was thrilled when I was finally able to get a spot with a friend. Even though we had a short wait, it was absolutely worth it. The clam chowder and calamari are both top-notch and never disappoint. Great food, great atmosphere, and a happy hour that lives up to the hype.

4 /5 Hole In the Wall Seeker: Superb seafood, portion sizes were good. You can tell a good seafood restaurant by the little things they use, capers, 4 monks, lighte batter. Chowder was definitely the prize here, chunky full of herb seasoning. Awesome. Drinks were prepared well and everything came out quickly.

5 /5 Luis Castilla: There were plenty of options for dinner that night, but after some research online, we found this incredible gem. A little secret? Order the clam chowder with a splash of sherry. Reservations are a must, as apparently, they are always packed. The food was delicious, the atmosphere was bright and lively and the wine selection was great! You’re also sitting very close to the water in a kind of secluded location, so the whole thing feels like a well-kept secret. A must if you’re in Monterey!

5 /5 Elif Demirag: We had an amazing experience at Sandbar & Grill. We’re in Monterey just for one day, and we’re so glad we chose this place. The food was absolutely delicious — everything we ordered was spot on. The service was just as great; our server was incredibly kind, attentive, and made us feel very welcome. Special thanks to the server with the nose piercing — you truly made our visit even better. Highly recommended, and we’ll definitely come back if we’re ever in Monterey again.