Pocket Change Restaurant, home of late-night American comfort food, has a simple solution for social distancing: a new walk-up window on the side of the building! You can call in your order to 831-643-9169 for a curbside pick-up, or visit us at 204 Lighthouse Ave. to place your order at the window. Cash and carry only.
The window is located in the alley on the left-hand side of the building. Just walk up the steps and ring the doorbell next to the menu. We'll be there in a minute to take your order or hand over your food. Don't want to leave your home to enjoy our awesome chili cheese fries? We offer delivery through DoorDash.
Hula's Island Grill is now celebrating Happy Hour-and-a-Half every day, 4pm-5:30pm. Call for a reservation for a spot on our lanai, 831-655-4852. We're located at 622 Lighthouse Avenue.
Congratulations to Gracie Jiu-Jitsu instructor Tom Chuckerel for receiving the Blue Belt Stripe 2 (BBS2) on his black belt! He has worked very hard during the lockdown to achieve this. Tom's wealth of jiu-jitsu knowledge, his law enforcement experience, and his giving spirit to the students of our studio and the community are amazing. Gracie is so grateful to have him as our instructor.
Gracie Jiu-Jitsu is located at 636 Lighthouse Ave. and is now offering classes on Zoom and on the outdoor deck behind our studio.
Current Comics is having a Back Issue Blowout Sale! For a limited time only, boxed back issues with a cover price of $2.98 or less are only 50 cents each. We've got thousands of great books in stock at this amazing price. Put your face mask over your nose and mouth and come check out our stock at 400 Lighthouse Avenue.
Bamboo Reef Dive Shop is teaming up with Fin and Forage to raise funds for Big Sur Fire , a nonprofit organization focusing on fire protection, rescue, and emergency medical services for the Big Sur area.
September 25-27, swing by Bamboo Reef at 614 Lighthouse Ave. for a huge backyard dive gear sale with discounts on some of your favorites, an art sale with work contributed by artists near and far, and a raffle with great prizes. You can purchase raffle tickets in advance here - 100% of proceeds go to Big Sur Fire.
Grace Lifestyle Boutique has new dresses in stock for fall! They're both comfortable and stylish. Come and check them out at 459 Alvarado Street. Grace is open for in-store shopping, but also offers curbside pick-up and shipping - visit our Instagram page to view some of the newest looks.
Do you ever get a craving for chocolate? Here's a new item to satisfy your impulse: Valrhona Chocolate Fondant Cake at Parker-Lusseau Pastries and Cafe. It's gluten free and very tasty. Visit the shop at 539 Hartnell Street and try a slice. The kitchen is currently producing a couple batches of this delightful indulgence each week.
Good news! On Sept. 22, it was announced by the California Department of Public Health that all nail salons across the state are permitted to reopen for indoor services.
You're invited to call to your favorite nail salon and make an appointment, but please be patient. No one was expecting this announcement, and it may take our nail artists a few days to prepare their businesses to reopen.
Good news! On September 22, it was announced by the California Department of Public Health that all nail salons across the state are permitted to reopen for indoor services.
You're invited to call to your favorite Monterey nail salon and make an appointment for a manicure or pedicure, but please be patient. This was an unexpected announcement, and it may take local nail artists a few days to prepare their businesses to reopen.
Do you knit or crochet? Slowfiber carries Hooked brand yarn! Hooked yarn is made from textile waste - recycled cotton and industry off-cuts are their specialty - and most is produced at Hooked's facility in Portugal. This yarn is great for making baby items, cowls, bags, stuffed toys, and soft goods. It's super soft, cost effective, and machine washable.
Hooked yarn is available in-store at Slowfiber in a wide variety of colors. Visit us at 517B Hartnell Street or phone us at 831-901-3168 for more information.
MidiCi Monterey, The Neapolitan Pizza Company, has introduced new items to the menu! Stop by and enjoy the new Tuscan Pizza (sun-dried tomatoes, artichokes, goat cheese), La Margarita Fiesta Pizza (chorizo, jalapeños, bell peppers), Barbecue Chicken Pizza (BBQ chicken, red onions), and the popular pasta dish, Spaghetti Bolognese. MidiCi offers pick-up, delivery, and outdoor dining at 467 Alvarado Street.
Montrio Bistro is hosting Locals' Night every Tuesday and Wednesday, Sept. 22 - Oct. 31. Join us on our 40-seat outdoor patio and enjoy discounts on food and cocktails - just show a Monterey County ID and receive 25% off the entire menu and craft cocktails for $11. We're located at 414 Calle Principal.
Let's face it: 2020 is stressful on a lot of levels. Are you looking for clothing to get cozy in? Cypress Boutique has a wealth of soft, comfortable joggers, sweaters, and jackets that are sure to put a contented smile on your face.
Stop by the shop at 800 Lighthouse Avenue or check us out on Instagram and give us a call to place an order for curbside pick-up, 831-383-2769.
Pearl Hour will be selling donuts by Yulanda Santos of Aubergine on Saturday, Sept. 27, 9am-1pm, along with coffee drinks and cocktails. Enjoy individual donuts and drinks on our back patio or pre-order a box of 6 or 12 donuts and a bottle of Prosecco for take-out.
Pearl Hour is located at 214 Lighthouse Avenue in Monterey. 10% of donut and drink proceeds, 9am-1pm, will benefit the NAACP Seaside Youth Council.
Carpets and Floors, Inc. is now looking for accomplished flooring installers / contractors for hardwood and high-end carpet installations. Must have extensive experience in the installation of the finest quality carpets and hardwood. We are offering top pay scale for Monterey Peninsula flooring installers. Must be licensed and insured.
Please apply at Carpets & Floors and ask for Amanda Baker, Showroom Manager. Phone 831-372-2300 or visit us at 471 Lighthouse Avenue.
As mornings grow darker, a sweet pick me up is the perfect start to the day. Now at Lilify, Salted Creamed Honey, handcrafted in California by Backroad Beekeeping, is the perfect marriage of sweet and salty, containing only pink Himalayan salt blended with wildflower honey to create spreadable honey. 12 ounce jars are now available at Lilify, 281 Lighthouse Avenue, and on our website for curbside pick-up or shipping.
Cat's Meow is having a massive liquidation sale! But don't worry - this beloved shop is NOT going out of business. The building is getting remodeled so they have to relocate for a while - they'll announce a pop-up location soon. But first they have to sell off a lot of inventory. Shop til you drop and get all the coolest stuff before it's gone at their current location, 601 Lighthouse Avenue.
The Lighthouse District welcomes a new retail shop! Catalyst Consignment is a women's consignment boutique with clothing for every occasion. Whether you're looking for pieces to wear for work, an evening out, a casual day with friends, or to exercise in, this little shop has something for everyone, including plus sizes. You'll also find shoes, accessories, and jewelry to complete your look.
As part of the grand opening, Catalyst Consignment is now offering a 10% discount to all shoppers. Check it out at 801-A Lighthouse Avenue. Open Tues-Sat, 11am-5pm, and Sun, 12pm-4pm. Details on consignment are here.
Now that football is back, Cult Taco at 481 Alvarado Street is offering a Sunday Takeaway Menu! Order your favorite dishes ahead of time and pick up at Cult Taco at 12pm on Sunday to enjoy during the game. Menu includes margaritas, bean dip, chips and salsa, taco kits, enchilada casserole, burritos, and nachos.
Do your friends call you when they need something worked on? Do you like bikes, dry humor, and good times? Well, you’re in luck as Workhorse Bicycles needs bike builders yesterday! Come into the shop and apply to join the workhorse family. We're located at 486 Washington Street.
Epicenter Cycling is happy to have the all-new Slash in stock! The 2021 Trek Slash is THE trail bike of trail bikes...think monster truck meets magic carpet. Fast and smooth, this long-travel beast is confidence-inspiring on even the rowdiest terrain while remaining light and planted on punchy climbs. Learn more here and visit Epicenter Cycling at 230 Lighthouse Avenue to score one for yourself.
Comanche Cellars Wine Room is pleased to announce our new tasting menu ! Our five-flight tasting is $20 per person - if you make a two bottle purchase, we'll waive one tasting fee. Located at 412 Alvarado Street, we're open for outdoor wine tasting and retail wine sales (curbside pickup available).
The weekend of September 25-27, Monterey Marriott Hotel invites you to soak in the best Monterey has to offer with our Monterey Bay Virtual Jazz Festival Drive-In Package, which includes entrance to the Drive-In 63rd Annual Jazz Festival at the Monterey Fairgrounds.
Enjoy an incredible lineup of new and previously unreleased archival performances from the Monterey Jazz Festival followed by Clint Eastwood's films True Crime on Friday and Play Misty for Me on Saturday. Two-night minimum stay required. For more information, visit our website . Monterey Marriott Hotel is located at 350 Calle Principal.
Sovino Wine Bar and Merchant is hosting an online painting class with local artist Bunny Paivine on Saturday, Sept. 19, at 6pm. Learn how to paint this picture from the comfort of your own home!
Fee is $30 per person (includes paint, supplies, and delivery) or $10 if you already have supplies. Purchase your tickets here . Please buy your tickets by Thursday night to ensure delivery of supplies.
At Montrio Bistro we're proud to offer tasty, zero-alcohol drink options, also known as mocktails. Pictured here is the Gordon Gecko, made with passion fruit, coconut, lime, and ginger. Montrio is now open for take-out, delivery, and patio dining at 414 Calle Principal.
Casual Island, home of women's fashion, fun gifts, and novelty items, is now selling a selection of houseplants in 4"-6" pots. Cheer up your home or workplace with these sweet little plants. Family owned and operated, Casual Island is located at 261 Alvarado Street and open daily, 10am-8pm.
Union Yoga's owner Kelli Grey is offering a meditation and breathwork series on Zoom every weekday, September 21 - October 16. Happening each day at 8:15am, 4:15pm, and 7:15pm, it's a join-when-you-can, 20-minutes-at-a-time program designed to meet you where you are. All levels welcome. Fee is $65 for the series. Register online.
Jazz lovers are invited to join Esteban Restaurant Sept. 25-27, 5pm-7pm, to view the Monterey Jazz Festival virtually and enjoy a 3-course, jazz-inspired prix fixe meal curated by Executive Chef Gus Trejo on the patio. Tim Jackson, Monterey Jazz Festival's Artistic Director, will be onsite nightly to deliver an exceptional evening of storytelling and behind-the-scenes moments. Reservations are required, 831-324-6773.
Now you can order your favorite Italian-American dishes from Tutto Buono Eataliano online! That's right, just visit their website , place your order, pay online, and pick up your food - either in-store or curbside - with minimal fuss. It's perfect for a take-out lunch or dinner. Tutto Buono Eataliano is located at 598 Lighthouse Avenue.
One of the criteria for how much businesses are allowed to do is the testing volume for the county. The more tests we can do while maintaining a low positive rate results in greater confidence that we can safely re-open...
