Dining

New Hoodies and Tees at First Awakenings

Monterey, CA

First Awakenings has a new batch of screen-printed hoodies, crewnecks, long sleeve shirts, and tees freshly produced by Field of Dreams Designs in Pacific Grove. Sea otters with pancakes....what's not to love?

Get 'em while they're hot...

First Annual Hearts & Heritage Valentine’s Tea at Casa Serrano

2/15/25

$71

Casa Serrano

Monterey History and Art Association invites you to join us for our First Annual Hearts & Heritage Valentine’s Tea at Casa Serrano Adobe hosted by Rosemary and Thyme High Teas on Saturday, February 15, 3pm-4:30pm. Tickets...

Play Chess at Bon Ton L'Roy's

Monterey, CA

Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse now has a beautiful wooden chess table in our restaurant and bar that's open to all. Come play some chess and enjoy delicious food and drink! It's a great spot to hang out.

We're open six days a week, 11am-10pm (closed Tues). Located at 794 Lighthouse Avenue.

Sunday Champagne and Charcuterie Experience Launches at Compact Disco

2/2/25

$40

Compact Disco

Join Compact Disco for the launch of our weekly Sunday Champagne and Charcuterie Experience on February 2, 3pm-9pm. Enjoy delicious charcuterie boards and bubbles along with fantastic music from a certified DMC Champion, DJ Traps. $40 per person. Sign up on Eventbrite to reserve a seat.

Gluten Free Chocolate Cake Available at Freedom Bakery

Monterey, CA

Did you know that Freedom Bakery offers a gluten free version of their classic Dream Cake? This delicious chocolate chiffon cake is filled and iced with whipped cream and covered in Belgian chocolate shavings. It's light and melts in your mouth!

Order online and pick up at our Monterey Boutique Fri-Sun, 10am-1pm, at 305 Webster Street, or 7 days a week at our bakery in Watsonville.

Esteban Restaurant: Valentine's Weekend Dinner Special 2025

2/14/25

$79+

Esteban Restaurant

Esteban Restaurant invites you to make time for romance over Valentine's Day weekend, February 14-16, and treat your special someone to a delicious dinner in our dining room or on our patio.

Friday through Sunday, guests can savor our Three-Course Valentine’s Dinner Special for $79+ per person or make selections from our full seasonal dinner menu. Call to reserve your table today at 831-375-0176.

Lighthouse District in the News, 01/14/24

Monterey, CA

As Dry January begins for some, bars emphasize non-alcoholic creativity. [Pearl Hour]
by Katie Rodriguez
Monterey County Now, 01/02/25

New Restaurants and Good Hangs for 2025 [Oystertown]
by Mark C. Anderson
Edible Monterey Bay, 01/14/25

Django Reinhardt Gypsy Jazz Tribute Concert with Dave Holodiloff

1/19/25

$30/$40

Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse

Bon Ton L'Roy's Lighthouse Smokehouse hosts a Django Reinhardt Tribute Concert, 2pm-4pm. Cover is $30 in advance (call 831-375-6958), or $40 at the door.

Enjoy a delicious lunch and live Gypsy Jazz and Hot Club Swing with Dave Holodiloff (vocals, mandolin), Nelson Hutchison (guitar), Elijjah McCullar (violin), and Dan Robbins (bass).

New Non-Alcoholic Hop Water at Alvarado Street Brewery

Monterey, CA

Looking for a non-alcoholic beverage to enjoy in January? Alvarado Street Brewery now offers two hop-infused sparkling waters! The classic Froth Water , featuring Citra and Mosaic hops, is now joined on the menu by Southern Hemisphere Froth Water , featuring fresh Nelson Sauvin and Nectaron hops from New Zealand.

Zero alcohol. Zero calories. Zero hangovers. Come get hoppy at 426 Alvarado Street.

WineDown Wednesday at Hula's

1/29/25

Hula's Island Grill

Celebrate WineDown Wednesdays at Hula's Island Grill! Every Wednesday, 12pm-9:30pm, all bottles of wine and sake are offered at half off. You're welcome.