Excellent little Paraguayan snack bar!!…read more I saw this spot while scrolling thru Yelp's nearby function and curiosity of their yerba mate and empanadas brought me in. I was still feeling kind of sick but wanted something hot to drink so I ordered a mate latte with oat milk. I also had one of their beef empanadas to take away so I could eat it later. Mate latte was great and definitely would get this drink again. They also have a smoked mate drink and I would definitely come back to try this too! You have to like yerba mate to fully appreciate this drink. The mate latte is kind of a light version of what mate is like. Maybe start with this first to prepare you for traditional mate. If you get traditional mate, be prepared to have your mouth jolted and doing jumping jacks, its definitely stimulating and I love it! Later when I reached my destination, I ate the beef empanada with chimichurri sauce provided and it was delicious! After I polished it off, I had wished I brought a few more to take with me. But, at $9.50 a piece, they aren't cheap, so keep that in mind. They also have other Paraguayan/South American offerings here and I was so tempted to get a mini alfajor as it was eyeing me in the display case that said EAT ME (like Alice in Wonderland), but I did not give into this, but I so wish I did!! I will definitely come back here again and again when visiting Monterey! A true gem and next time, I have to check out their secret back garden too!

K this was not our first pick but we wanted to go to 1st awakening which is half a block away but…read moretheir wait was 2 hrs so we stumbled upon this cafe and we were lucky to. No long wait times. Outdoor seating in the back patio. The empanadas are sooo good. Best ones that I've had. So crispy and filled with vegetables and soy. The soy croquettes were so tender and creamy. We are vegetarian so that's what we got. got. I wanted to go for more seconds.

We had ice cream at Nico's after a walk along the coastal trail. It is a nice little spot along the…read moretrail. They serve New Zealand-style ice cream which is soft-serve vanilla ice cream with fresh fruit blended into it. They had 4 fruit options - strawberry, raspberry, blueberry and blackberry. We tried strawberry with chamoy, tahin toppings and blueberry with graham cracker dust. We ordered a waffle cone and a cup initially, and wanted to change the cup to the cone later - our server let us change it for free! Our server was very friendly and super nice. The ice-creams tasted great and I could taste the fresh fruits. The toppings both tasted good and looked beautiful.

Nico's is a nice stop in after the aquarium. They imported a special ice cream machine that spins…read moreyour base with a fruit. It meshes perfectly and tastes fresh. The staff member who helped us was courteous and explains what the machine is & explains the whole thing. The inside is no frills, bar stools, and chill. The highlight is being able to watch the machine in action while sitting.

This is it. Varied and various choices to indulge from. Staff was able to help me curate a half…read moredozen of their classics. I was lucky and he also let me try the dried fruit candy and it was the best. They offer boxes of all different sizes and styles so you can take back a gift. You cannot leave without bakalava, i was able to enjoy some with ice cream ghardelli and it made for an amazing combo. Just stop by before your aquarium trip or walk to the beach. Parking is abysmal but if youre able to walk by you have to take some home. There are seating options but they are rather tight but quite the experience considering the vast decor.

Avoid this establishment. Not only is it overpriced, but the owner is incredibly rude and hostile…read more They have a sign stating "No PUBLIC Restrooms,, (implying paying customers could), after sitting down and spending $50 on coffee and pastries, I politely asked to use the restroom as a paying customer. The owner flat-out said no with extreme rudness. When I reminded him that I was a paying patron, and his reply could have been more settle he took off his glasses, stepped up aggressively, and snapped, "NO Restroom!", When I told him his behavior was uncalled for, he had the nerve to claim I was the rude one for mentioning how much money I had just spent. The owner has terrible manners and zero customer service skills. Don't waste your money here.

Absolutely stunned!! We were took excited to take pictures…read morebefore eating!! Special Sandwich: 10/10 This sandwich was amazing. Definitely worth the two hour drive. It had freshly cooked bacon to perfection, butter lettuce, the freshest tomatoes, an aioli sauce, on perfectly toasted sourdough bread. Would 100% get it again and I hope it's not seasonal because everyone should try this sandwich!! Flourless Brownie: 8/10 It definitely is a flourless brownie the texture of it is almost like fudge. It melts in your mouth instantly, there's not really much of a structure to the brownie. If you're a texture person this might not be for you as it's not a traditional brownie it's extra gooey. However, absolutely love the flavor of it. It's a rich chocolate flavor with powdered sugar on top. As a dark chocolate lover this was pretty good!! Banana Bread with Chocolate Chips: 6/10 It's nothing too special, it was more on the dry side but still strong banana flavor! Overall experience: 9/10 Customer service wasn't the greatest while waiting for our sandwich we didn't really know we had to wait, where to wait, and when I changed my mind on a pastry someone gave me a face. However, the ambience of the restaurant and food made up for it. I loved sitting outside, an amazing way to sit down and have a chat.

Holllyy. The best bakery I've ever had! &…read moreI'm that person that sees out bakeries everywhere I go! - get there by 10:30/11 for the best baked goods! - try: fruit tart, almost croissant, chocolate croissant Cute, homegrown, very nice staff!

Staff was kind! My drink was delicious. The wait wasn't too long. Got to enjoy the drink with a…read morenice sea view.

Is it really good? Yes. Can it get really packed here? Yes. Is it SUPER fricking expensive? Also…read moreYES. For one thing I paid almost $20. But the gold rush is also my go to since I don't like chocolate anything. The sea salt and caramel mix is so well with the whipped cream and ice cream. Okay to splurge once in a while but man are they super pricey here. Best tables are outside but they are small with the perfect coastal view.

What a cute shop, super clean and nicely maintained and the location is super nice, the food is ok…read morebut that's the only good things I can say about this shop. The staff is ok but not the nicest, they got my order wrong and I don't feel like they were too pleased with my correcting it. The shop is very small so no room for a large group but it's a quaint shop. I'm sorry but I'll never go there again as the prices were not good and portions were not good as well.

Wonderful food and pastries and the best Lavender Fog coffee I've ever had!! Forgive the bite out…read moreof the burrito and as simple as it looks every bite of food here is homemade. I am beyond impressed, the owner even mills her own flour. i will definitely make this a regular stop.

Awesome spot for a breakfast or lunch! The crepes were so fresh and warm, the toppings were great…read more The sweet and savory crepes were both great. I got a make your own with onions, tomato's, and turkey. So good. The apple cinnamon dessert one was really good too. Food was out pretty quick. Glad I got to check it out!

Stopped by here for a snack with my pup and husband. And I am so glad we did…read more They had a nice patio area where you can see the wharf and the water in the distance and it was spacious. You order your food first and then find a seat, the cashier helping me was very friendly and recommended I add their famous homemade whipped cream to my crepe, so of course I did. The crepe itself was filled with fruit and very delicious. So glad I stopped by for this snack.

I've passed this place almost every time I come out to visit the area. It always seems closed and…read morewhen I came this time it's open days are Thursday to Sunday and we finally got to try it. I wanted to know what the hubbah was about. Firstly, it's such a convenient walking distance from the accommodations we have stayed at before. Next there's plenty of seating inside and out. You order up front and they'll bring it to your seat. Mine did not take long at all to arrive. There are so many options of hot dogs to choose from and also non-hot dog items. I was told by someone to try the Dick Verde (roasted brussel sprouts), which were roasted to a perfect smoky crisp that had a twist of balsamic. Then I got the Lovers Point dog (which incidentally was perfect as we visited Lovers Point earlier that day). It is topped with the Guac, tomatoes, green onion, and Lucy's sauce. (I had to omit the jalapeño). I tried the fog latte -- a tad bit too sweet for me but uses real honey. They have several flavors of ice cream too! Overall, I appreciate how convenient this spot is. So casual and fun. Lots of options. Worth trying !

Lucy's is always my #1 recommendation when anyone asks where they should eat in PG. With a huge…read moreselection of hot dogs combinations, there is something for everyone. You can even sub a veggie dog for their hot dog combos. My personal favorite is the Bone Yards, a bacon wrapped dog with peppers, onions, and their delicious house sauce! But the fun doesn't end there- they have delicious tater tots and Brussels sprouts that are the perfect pairing for any dog. The Brussels sprouts are seriously delicious- maybe my favorite sprouts in the area. Perfectly crispy and drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze, it's impossible to only have one. While I haven't tried any of the coffees, it's hard for me to resist a scoop of Marianne's ice cream! The Chiquita Rip Curl is my go to. They even do milkshakes with any of the ice cream flavors. The atmosphere is beachy, cool and unpretentious. We typically elect to sit outside in their patio (weather permitting) which is cozy and cute. We love seeing all the dogs, too! They also have live music on occasion, which is a fun treat.