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    Wave Street Studios

    4.8 (29 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 5:00 pm
    Updated 2 months ago

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    Brad "Guitar" Wilson A terrific show w great band!

    Love this place! Amazing concerts with incredible acoustics!! CAFE now open Wed - Sun 10am- 5pm Acme coffee, loose leaf tea plus baked goodies made on premises even gluten free

    cake cutting in the inside dance/dining area, with the doors opened onto the patio to keep everyone connected! something for everyone :).
    Rachael W.

    My husband and I were just married here and feel confident that this is the best place we could have chosen! We had roughly 130 guests in the end and the owners Judy and Rhett worked with us and our vendors to make sure that we had a perfect floor plan to accommodate everyone. Entering and walking down the stairs with my dad was so special! The warm outside concrete benches and heating elements that were brought out in the evening kept everyone toasty who wasn't dancing, and the sprung floors inside the sound studio were a joy to dance the night away on! We were able to fit in a music jam session toward the end of the night and made arrangements to be able to stay until 1am! If I could do it all over again right now, I would do it all the same! Thank you Judy and Rhett for being so wonderful! Anyone reading this, you need look no further if you're looking for a gorgeous, conveniently located, flexible venue which allows you to choose your own venders, has a completely fair/reasonable rate and is run by kind and communicative owners! -Rachael

    My favorite patio in Monterey!

    What a wonderful venue, my friend and I just enjoyed the soap box stage works women's play and had a glass of sparkling white wine from Big Sur Vineyards. The heated bench was a great way to relax after the show. I'm excited to see more public events in the future!

    Lam L.

    Great coffee and tea. Wonderful staff and very considerate. Amazing place to host events and learning classes.

    Reverend L.

    Just attended a wedding between an old friend and a new. Rhett Allen Smith and his staff made their day and mine, a truly memorable experience! Excellent, in the most extraordinarily excellent meaning of the word. Find them on YouTube! All kinds of music, art, conversation, debate, yoga, still reading? Why? Find them on the line. Visit them on historic Cannery Row. Stop in for tea, coffee and a tasty treat! God bless you and may God bless Wave Street Studios and Rhett. All the best, Rev

    Wedding Reception March 21, 2015
    Stefani R.

    We had our wedding reception at Wave Street Studios on March 21st. It was a complete success! Let's just say the DJ commented on how the reception lasted for over 7 hours and his average reception is usually about 4 hours long! The building itself is a beautiful venue, the location is within walking distance to Cannery Row and several hotels - not to mention the bike path is right off the patio. There is a wedding coordinator there that is more than willing to help with anything you need from event rentals to DJ packages (at a great price!) and beyond. The owner Rhett is a nice, easy going guy who was a pleasure to work with. Most venues are very strict about what vendors you have to use and time limits for decorating and cleaning up but Wave Street Studios was very flexible and as Rhett stated "It's your wedding!" I would highly recommend Wave Street Studios as an event rental venue.

    Our wedding at Wave Street was perfect and intimate

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    This looks like a great venue for live music. Check it out when you are in Cannery Row next time.

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    Great coffee and beautiful architecture. They have heated cement seats outside, which make it great for a cold day.

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    Proper tea and acme coffee. A zen oasis after a day of braving Cannery Row.

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    Ask the Community - Wave Street Studios

    As Monterey residents, can we visit the place?

    Yes of course, we are open to the public everyday of the week to take a tour and learn more about our studio. Please visit our website at wavestreetstudios.com to learn about our upcoming shows, private venue use and events. We recently got a liquor… Read more

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    Review Highlights - Wave Street Studios

    Rhett and his wife was very helpful and I would definitely recommend this place.

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    Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa - Courtyard Facing Room, 2nd Floor

    Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa

    4.2(1.2k reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$$

    This is our second visit in an ocean view room, and the experience was just as stellar as the…read morefirst. The views are magical, the room is perfect and the beds and pillows are like clouds. We enjoyed their rooftop spa overlooking the bay- next level. The entrance to the hotel opens up to a beautiful first floor with ocean view, large fireplace, sofas and seating areas, and a small bar. The hotel offers a nightly happy hour and musical performances. During our visit we had the pleasure to discover a highly talented artist by the name of Adrea, who has the most incredible voice and presence. We were so impressed by her and were very fortunate that she performed both nights of our visit. It was a performance we would have gladly paid to see, she is a rising talent for sure. I can't state how exceptional our experience was to enjoy the music in such an elevated atmosphere, relaxing by the fire, enjoying the outstanding craft cocktails by their highly talented mixologist. Schooners is not to be missed, the food is as outstanding as the ocean view! A special mention to the superior customer care provided by Pracha, a guest service manager at the hotel, who is an absolute star. And yes, the long review is a love letter to the Monterey Plaza Hotel, until next time!

    We needed a little family getaway, so we booked a stay from Friday through Sunday. Walking into the…read morehotel, the first thing I noticed was how nice it smelled. The lobby has an older, vintage feel to it, which gave it some charm. Unfortunately, the check in experience wasn't the best. The front desk receptionist wasn't very friendly or welcoming, so it didn't exactly start our trip on a positive note. Our room with two queen beds was pretty standard, but it was clean and had a beautiful view overlooking the water, which was definitely the highlight. The service throughout our stay was pretty disappointing. I called the front desk to ask for extra bath towels, and after waiting 30 minutes with nothing delivered, I had to call again. They finally arrived another 20 minutes later, which seemed way too long for such a simple request. The shower was also confusing because the hot and cold labels were reversed, and the water pressure was extremely weak. Neither of those things ruined the trip, but they definitely made the stay less enjoyable. We also ordered room service around 7:30pm. Jerry, who took our order, was very friendly and told us it would take about 45 minutes. An hour later there was still no food, so I called back around 8:45. Jerry apologized, checked on the order, and said it would be another 10 minutes before offering to personally bring it up. I appreciated his effort, but waiting well over an hour for room service was frustrating. To make matters worse, they already charge a service fee and then tack on an additional 20% service charge. The food wasn't worth the wait either. The ceviche lacked flavor and the portion was tiny, the ahi tuna wraps were just okay and didn't taste very fresh, and the Wagyu burger was dry and underwhelming. The fries were probably the best thing we ordered. Overall, I don't see myself staying here again, and next time I'd rather book the InterContinental instead.

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    Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa - Spacious Bathroom

    Spacious Bathroom

    Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa - Downstairs Lookout

    Downstairs Lookout

    Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa - Soak Bath

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    Soak Bath

    Tipsy Putt  - Socks and Sandals from Humble Sea, Santa Cruz

    Tipsy Putt

    4.1(173 reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$

    Came here for a friend's birthday weekend and had such a fun time despite it not being super…read morecrowded at night. Recommend doing the $15 mini golf, which is the mini courses on the main floor and it's a lot more lively here. The bottom floor is where the bathrooms and real golf courses are, but it's a lot more secluded. The real heartbreak came when we realized the kitchen closed at 9pm, but the bartenders were really helpful when it came to us ordering sweeter choices of cocktails and letting us know about the difference between the mini / regular courses. They also gave us recs on what was open late at night. Their cocktails were yummy and tasted like described on the menu! The John Daly tasted more sweeter than I anticipated as it came with simple syrup, vodka, and lemon juice. Both were still great choices. We love a lil bev to sip onnnnn. I also liked how this place had their own photobooth and outdoor seating with couches and a fireplace. Fun place to go to with a large group.

    Tipsy Putt was a last minute grab for us in the search for late night food. They accommodated us…read morefor sure and there was three of us. It's a fun joint, some games and clean enough for us. The smashed burger was actually pretty good with some added bacon and avocado. Not bad at all as well as the chicken strips and tacos. The fries on the other hand - no in fact no twice not good at all. Decent place and it hit the spot.

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    Tipsy Putt  - Quesabirria

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    Tipsy Putt  - Members get an upgraded pour on most drafts

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    Members get an upgraded pour on most drafts

    InterContinental The Clement Monterey Hotel - Spa time

    InterContinental The Clement Monterey Hotel

    4.0(1.2k reviews)
    0.1 mi
    $$$

    We had a wonderful time staying at The Clement for our wedding anniversary for two nights this past…read moreweekend! This was our second time staying in Monterey and I had been looking forward to staying at this hotel someday. It was everything I imagined and more! The service was exceptional from the valet to the bellhop to registration and restaurant staff. We are also IHG elite members and we were given a room upgrade with a thoughtful card and gift for our anniversary. Our room was facing the ocean on Cannery Row with a balcony. It was a very nice, spacious and clean room with alot of thoughtful attention like providing refillable water bottles, robes and an amazing Nespresso machine. There was also a wine bar and snacks available for purchase. The hotel had a wonderful scent throughout and we enjoyed walking through the ocean vibes staircase featuring a jellyfish. Definitely look for that! We loved having our anniversary dinner at The C Restaurant, but that will be another well earned review on it's own. However, we did have two negative experiences, one was that we waited a bit too long for our car at the valet once and there was an accidental spa charge on our receipt when checking out. I still gave them 5 stars because they rectified it right away and even removed the valet charge for us, which was much appreciated. I would love to come back to this hotel someday to bring my parents and we hope you love it too!!

    Our stay here was absolutely amazing! We usually stay at another nearby hotel when visiting…read moreMonterey Bay, but this time we wanted something within walking distance to the aquarium and this place delivered perfectly. No driving needed at all! We opted for valet since it's the same price as self parking, and from the moment we arrived, the service was outstanding. The valet team and front desk staff were all incredibly friendly, welcoming, and helpful, making check-in smooth and stress free. The hotel itself is beautiful, and the ocean views from our room were a huge highlight. The room was very clean and thoughtfully equipped with everything we needed and more. The fireplace, tub, and private deck really elevated the whole experience. It was also great having a spa and restaurant right on site, adding even more convenience and relaxation to our stay. Overall, this has been one of the best hotel experiences we've had. We visit Monterey Bay often, and we'll definitely be staying here again!

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    InterContinental The Clement Monterey Hotel - King Ocean View Room #428

    King Ocean View Room #428

    InterContinental The Clement Monterey Hotel - Patio deck ocean view

    Patio deck ocean view

    InterContinental The Clement Monterey Hotel - Orchid flower arrangement

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    Orchid flower arrangement

    The Perry House - Bridal suite

    The Perry House

    4.9(148 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    My husband and I got married at The Perry House on May 2nd, 2026 and it was the best day of our…read morelives! We had an intimate group of 34 which felt perfect at The Perry House (though they can certainly accommodate much larger groups than ours). The venue itself has so much coastal charm already that you don't feel overwhelmed with needing to infuse a lot of personality through decor. At the same time, it can still be transformed with florals and any additional decor elements. It was truly the best of both worlds. Our venue provided coordinator Alyssa was fantastic to work with! She answered so many of our questions and was always quick to respond over email. The catering provided by the venue was phenomenal and all of our guests raved about the food. We went with the New York steak and tarragon crusted salmon as our entrees and they were even better than we remembered at our tasting. Since we had a small guest count we even got to add on a slew of extra desserts to reach our food and beverage minimum and additional decor/rental items which was great because it felt like every dollar went towards something. They were even accommodating to our specific signature cocktail requests which were off-menu and our specific NA beer requests. Everything the day of the wedding went smoothly and without a hitch. We cannot recommend The Perry House enough to anyone looking for a charming, Monterey wedding.

    Our wedding was everything we hoped for and more! The Perry House is beautiful, the food is…read moreincredibly delicious, the staff is amazing and most of all, our day-of coordinator, Jennifer D. was fabulous! From the moment I met her, I knew our day was going to be spectacular. All my worries went out the window. She made sure every detail I envisioned came to life. She is sincerely kind and loving. We cannot thank Jennifer enough for the effort she put into our day. Her assistant Alyssa is also a breath of fresh air! She is always smiling and always offering a helping hand. I feel so blessed that they were a part of our experience and I highly recommend the Perry House to anyone looking for an unforgettable, classy and beautiful wedding!

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    The Perry House
    The Perry House
    The Perry House - View of the house from the backyard

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    View of the house from the backyard

    The Barns at Cooper Molera - Wedding Day | 1985Luke Photography

    The Barns at Cooper Molera

    4.8(38 reviews)
    1.4 mi

    We are incredibly happy that we chose to do our wedding at the Barns at Cooper Molera, and we…read morerelive our beautiful memories every day. We truly got to enjoy every minute of our wedding day with no stress, because we knew that Makenna, Chef David, Amanda, and the whole team were on top of every detail. Our wedding was 240 people with a morning ceremony/lunch, a full space flip, and an evening cocktail/reception. The Barns team seamlessly pulled off two layouts in the same space in one day, with different meals, bar offerings, decor, and rentals for each. Beyond the amazing team - the venue itself is truly stunning; it's so beautiful that we only had to minimally decorate to create a warm and elegant atmosphere. The space is the perfect balance of rustic and modern, and the barn is deceptively large; we were able to fit everyone on the dance floor! The attached garden is perfect for photographs and a quieter space for guests. We were even able to do an Indian Baraat, due to the unique downtown layout with street access. The Barns are walkable to multiple downtown hotels, so if you do a hotel block or ancillary events, guests can easily move between the spaces without worrying about late-night transportation. From the start, working with our sales manager Amanda was a joy. She coordinated a pre-booking tasting for us and showed us many different layouts for the space, to help us feel confident that the Barns would be the right fit for our wedding. Amanda helped us with flexibility throughout our planning process - helping us contract reasonable spend minimums well ahead of having a firm guest count. Our event manager Makenna went above and beyond to enable our vision. She accommodated a remarkable number of requests, questions, and add-ons with grace and professionalism. Makenna kept us organized, and her meticulous notes ensured no detail was forgotten. She liaised with our photographer, DJ, florist, and rental contact to ensure everyone was working off of the same schedule. She took the time to understand the context behind each of the cultural aspects of our wedding ceremony and event flow, and ensured that the spirit and the intent was carried through. Finally - Makenna was a constant source of creative ideas; she knows every detail of the Barns in and out, and has thought through every possible configuration, down to the height of plants that might block views and where the sun might fall at different times of the day. We were so lucky to have had Makenna's expertise, dedication, and creativity throughout the process. Chef David and the culinary team at the Barns were truly exceptional. The team learned how to make multiple Indian dishes for our wedding, and managed two large multi-cuisine meals in one day. We're still hearing rave reviews of the food 6 months later. Throughout the whole process, the team was open to feedback and refining flavors and sizing to match our vision. Finally, we appreciated the level of attention given to dietary restrictions, including willingness to label tray-passed items, which we had never seen before. We highly recommend getting married at the Barns at Cooper Molera. The team at the Barns worked with us for 18 months to bring our vision to reality, answering countless calls, texts, and emails to ensure every detail was perfect. Thank you to the Barns team for making our dream wedding come to life!

    Our daughter's wedding at The Barns at Cooper Molera in Monterey was absolutely spectacular from…read morestart to finish. We could not have imagined a more beautiful venue or a more seamless experience. From our very first interaction, J'Nell was incredibly helpful, responsive, organized, and attentive to every detail. Her guidance throughout the planning process gave us confidence and peace of mind, and she was always available to answer questions and offer support. The venue itself is stunning. The historic charm, beautiful grounds, and warm atmosphere created the perfect setting for a truly memorable celebration. Our guests are still talking about how gorgeous everything was. The food was outstanding--delicious, beautifully presented, and plentiful. Guests kept coming back for seconds and raved about the quality throughout the evening. The open bar was also a huge hit and contributed to the fun, festive atmosphere. The Barns at Cooper Molera was incredibly accommodating in helping us incorporate special touches, including our cigar bar, which was enjoyed by many of our guests. We also chose several of their preferred vendors, including the DJ, photographer, videographer, and and bakery, and we could not have been happier with our selections. Each vendor was professional, talented, and contributed significantly to making the day unforgettable. Every aspect of the wedding exceeded our expectations. The combination of exceptional service, breathtaking surroundings, outstanding food, and top-notch vendor partnerships made for a perfect celebration. We are so grateful to J'Nell and the entire team at The Barns at Cooper Molera.

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    The Barns at Cooper Molera - Wedding Day | 1985Luke Photography

    Wedding Day | 1985Luke Photography

    The Barns at Cooper Molera - Wedding Day | 1985Luke Photography

    Wedding Day | 1985Luke Photography

    The Barns at Cooper Molera - Wedding Day | 1985Luke Photography

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    Wedding Day | 1985Luke Photography

    Golden State Theatre - Gorgeous lighting above your head in the theater.

    Golden State Theatre

    3.1(117 reviews)
    1.2 mi
    $$

    This was an awesome venue for celebrating the new year, part of the First Night Monterey event this…read morepast Wednesday. On this day filled with live performances featuring a variety of music genres, Wrockinfoose ended the night with great rock tunes to keep the crowd engaged and in good spirits. Some kept it moving on the dance floor, with others relaxing in their seats simply enjoying the sounds of the band on stage while spending time with loved ones. The balcony level was not open on this special occasion. But the first floor's comfy theater folding seats, with velvety cushions, were of decent quality. And the ornate details and artwork on the auditorium walls and ceiling made the place look like a castle from the inside. It was a lovely setting for an exciting countdown to the new year, and altogether we had a delightful experience.

    Venue is beautiful. Staff at the bar are nice…read more We went to a show and there were 2 super talkative audience members during a comedy show. The bouncer to the left told them to be quiet but they didn't listen. They had been distracting for most of the show but I wish the workers took it more seriously. There were many of us that kept gesturing for them to keep quiet and nothing changed. If they didn't listen to the bouncer and it kept happening, they should have just kicked them out. This kind of dampened my experience since there is no management for the experience so if I'm going to go to a show and people can just do whatever, then I'd rather not go. I'll pass on this venue.

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    Golden State Theatre
    Golden State Theatre
    Golden State Theatre - Inside the theater. Looks like a courtyard.

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    Inside the theater. Looks like a courtyard.

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