Summer 2025 in Monterey County brings fresh energy with new places to stay, eat, sip and explore–from renovated resorts and boutique inns to exciting food spots, tasting rooms and seasonal events.
New & Updated Restaurants
Tidewater at Monterey Beach Hotel (Monterey): Enjoy coastal California cuisine and sweeping ocean views at the newly reimagined Tidewater restaurant inside the Monterey Beach Hotel.
Tira Nanza Tasting Room (Carmel-by-the-Sea): Sip boutique wines in a relaxed, elegant setting at the new Tira Nanza tasting room in the heart of Carmel-by-the-Sea.
New Tasting Room for Corral Wine Co. (Carmel Valley): Corral Wine Co. brings its estate-grown wines to a charming new tasting room in Carmel Valley Village—perfect for relaxed wine country afternoons.
Peter B’s Brewpub (Monterey): Freshly reopened as of June 2025, Peter B’s Brewpub invites guests to enjoy award-winning craft beer, hearty pub fare, and a lively downtown Monterey vibe.
Little Korea Korean Buffet and BBQ Grill (Monterey): Experience all-you-can-eat Korean BBQ and homestyle buffet dishes at Little Korea in Del Monte Shopping Center.
Colette’s Ice Cream (Pacific Grove): Treat yourself to handmade small-batch ice cream with bold, creative flavors at Colette’s in downtown Pacific Grove.
Rice & Roots (Monterey): Rice & Roots serves up vibrant pan-Asian comfort food with fresh ingredients and bold flavors in a casual Monterey setting.
Certified Philly’s (Salinas): Craving East Coast flavor? Certified Philly’s in Salinas delivers authentic Philly cheesesteaks, hoagies, and more.
Summer Sessions at Seaside Farmers Market (Seaside): Celebrate summer every Thursday with live music, local eats, and fresh produce at the Seaside Farmers Market’s Summer Sessions.
Carmel Farmers Market hosted by The Barnyard Shopping Village (Carmel): Shop fresh fruits, veggies, flowers and artisan goods every Tuesday through September at The Barnyard’s charming Carmel Farmers Market.
Sea Shack Candy Co. (Carmel-by-the-Sea): Grab a sweet treat from the variety of candy Sea Shack Candy Co. has to offer! From gourmet chocolates and Swedish Candy, there is something anyone would enjoy.
Lodging & Meeting Space
Reduced Waste Conference Program at Portola Hotel and Spa (Monterey): Portola leads the way in sustainable hospitality with its new Reduced Waste Conference Program, designed to minimize environmental impact for meetings and events.
Renovations at Lake Nacimiento Resort (South County): Exciting renovations to enhance lakeside stays, outdoor recreation, and guest experiences in scenic South County.
Deja Blue Event Center (Seaside): A modern, flexible venue space ideal for celebrations, community gatherings and private events.
The Charles (Pacific Grove): An inclusive, artfully curated inn offering stylish accommodations and warm hospitality in the heart of charming Pacific Grove.
Activities & experiences
TPC at Monterey Pasadera (Monterey): A private country club featuring a Jack Nicklaus‑designed signature golf course, full wellness and racquets facilities and a Spanish Colonial‑style clubhouse—all recently joining the PGA TOUR’s TPC Network as the first TPC on the Monterey Peninsula.
Monterey Skates (Monterey): Monterey Skates offers monthly sessions including rental skates, sessions for all ages, lessons and more. Check out their website to see their schedule!
“Future Is Now” Jazz Festival (Monterey): Emerging jazz talent and innovative performances across Monterey County in a fresh celebration of sound and creativity.