Malinka Mini Market

(6 reviews)

0.5 mi

We took a detour to this place based on the description in yelp- we awkwardly walked by and saw…read morepeople working out lol?

Tasty shake, made quickly with fresh ingredients. Very friendly staff, so helpful with good…read moresuggestions. Walk to the back of the gym for shakes, you know in this environment they care about healthy ingredients.

Plant based protein shake

Cafe latte protein shake

Protein coffee

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El Cantaro

SCW and I stopped into El Cantato while staying in Monterey Bay. This place was a priority for me…read moreas it's all plant based and Mexican. Parking is sparse in front of the restaurant but paid parking is nearby. We entered and wow, the place was busy. Not overwhelming but lots of people in the indoor dining area enjoying their food. The menu is overheard and we decided what we wanted and ordered. The employees were kind and helpful, we probably were the only people that didn't speak Spanish well in the restaurant but that wasn't an issue, SCW got the number 2 combo, I got the mole. Also ordered an appetizer. Seated and waited about 10 minutes and our order came out. Everything was freaking amazing. Such great flavors and so fresh. Even SCW who doesn't necessarily gravitate towards Mexican food made nom nom nom sounds the whole time. The mole was incredible, the best I've ever had. The whole time we were here it was an endless stream of customers, even late lunch hour. SCW was impressed by the contrast stream of people coming in. We even walked around the wharf nearby for a while and drove past again and it was still packed with people. Do yourself a favor and visit El Cantato. I know I will.

This is an amazing Vegan restaurant. I was in the area for the day and found this place. I haven't…read morebeen to many Mexican restaurants with any vegan options let alone a full Vegan menus. It took our party (8 people) a while to decide as we were spoiled with choices. But we had time as it was pretty busy for a Friday around 1. I ended up getting the carne asada nachos and the aqua Fresca that they had that day (mango and watermelon I think). Both were absolutely spectacular. The picture included might not show the best scale but I had 2 others helping me to eat this plate and otherwise I would not have been able to finish it (even as a larger man). The crunchy jalapeños with the chips, beans and guacamole were the perfect balance. As a meat eater, the texture of the faux meat was a touch odd, but the flavor more than made up for it. The staff was helpful and attentive even as they were balancing supporting customers, answer phone orders, and taking regular orders. My wife and will definitely be stopping by here more often!!

Pretty mello. How I prefer it!

Authentic Mole Negro Oaxaca Style Plate and corn tortillas

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Perfectly Pressed

4.8

(132 reviews)

1.0 mi

Love having perfectly pressed on Alvarado Street. Grab…read moreyourself a Rad Booster, Wellness Shot & and a Better Brekkie! You won't regret it! Also Enrique is a ray of sunshine. Best customer service!

I've been here at least a dozen times because, to be fair, the smoothies are consistently…read moreexcellent. If I were reviewing the drinks alone, this place would be an easy five stars. Unfortunately, the customer service has been just as consistently underwhelming. Every visit feels like I've accidentally interrupted an important meeting by...walking in and ordering. The employees (usually younger staff at the counter) rarely greet you, and when they do, it's with the enthusiasm of someone being asked to clean the garage. Today's visit summed it up perfectly. I asked about a couple of the hot tonics, hoping for a recommendation. The response? "I've never had them." Fair enough--but maybe follow it up with, "Let me see if I can find out," or "People seem to like this one." Anything besides leaving the customer hanging. The smoothies are blended with care. The customer experience...not so much. Hopefully one day the service catches up to the quality of the smoothies, because the product deserves it.

Work station below menu

Inside store

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Captain + Stoker

This cold brew will hit you in the chin like a randy johnson fastball . Strongest i ever did have…read more It literally cured a hangover. Also , friendly, personable staff. Wish they had a few more food options . Will definitely be back !

Feels like it's run by college students instead of actual customer service staff…read more 1st time - went Thursday at 10am, busy but fast line, they were out of everything we planned to get ahead of time looking at Yelp reviews, didn't care to offer alternatives, yawning. Second time, we went back Friday 9am for our favorite of the three. No line. Out of inventory. Cashier very dismissive; looking away with annoyance when deciding what to buy instead - despite no one behind us.

The ordering counter. Still nostalgic

Iced matcha latte

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Iced Matcha Latte w/ extra matcha shot, oat milk ($7.50) + Shaken Sesame w/ espresso, housemade black sesame syrup, milk ($6.75)

Terra Superfoods

Terra Superfoods is one of my favorite healthy spots in Monterey! It's so refreshing to have a…read moreplace that offers fresh, wholesome food with plenty of delicious vegan options. I only wish we had more restaurants like this in the Monterey and Marina area. Everything I've tried has been fresh, flavorful, and made with quality ingredients. My favorites are the acai bowls, smoothies, salads, wraps, and nourishing bowls. Their pineapple mint juice is especially refreshing and has become one of my go-to drinks. The menu makes it easy to enjoy nutritious food without sacrificing flavor. I highly recommend giving Terra Superfoods a try. It's a local gem that I'll definitely keep coming back to!

Jade made a beautiful and delicious blend for me and my daughter…read more I've been attempting to get a cup but kept missing their store hours. Fast service, in and outside seating, lots of street parking.

Green mango smoothie, blue coconut smoothie, & pitaya & pineapple smoothie.

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TZONE Monterey

I go only for the boba and it is delicious!!! I also love the service, it is great, quick, and…read moreeveryone is friendly!

This place is ok. I got the iced Thai coffee which came with iced Thai tea. Interesting to say the…read moreleast. The ambiance is very spacious with lots of nice fake plants and comfy lounges. Service is friendly and fast. The Thai iced coffee was very sugary. If it's true that it combines both Thai tea and Thai coffee then that's enough caffeine to power you on your drive back to Davis! $6.45 with no boba or toppings. Seems kind of pricey. But it is quick a lot...? Oh well B+

First time here nice bobas are good has lots of seating space

How good the boba looks!

Inside TZone

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Quickly Boba Monterey

3.4

(81 reviews)

0.3 mi

Had to update this review. The owner of the company reached out and made my experience right. Thank…read moreyou Quickly Boba!

This Quickly location is in the Monterey Canning Company center. Parking may be difficult here - a…read morebit hit or miss , as it is a busy touristy area. The shop was a bit difficult to find - very easily missed, if you are not paying attention. Decent service for a little boba stand inside a small little shopping center. I ordered a jasmine / green milk tea with boba, grass jelly, and rainbow jelly in the chubby cup. Great cup size for all my toppings. My drink was not the best - the drink itself was very bitter and gritty, while the toppings tasted a bit sourish. I only drank less than 25% of it before having to toss it away.

The place is closed yet the window is open. If they're not open, CLOSE THE DAMN STORE. I'm making sure not coming here today or ever.

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Treehaus Superfoods

5.0

(1 review)

1.0 mi

Amazing drinks always taste fresh and Delicious delicious. Every time I drink any of them they make…read moremy mind feel more sharp and give my body more energy. BEST WAY TO START ANY DAY

Superfoods are nutrient dense, low caloric foods that help you feel and look your best!

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Morning service offering Superfood Smoothies, Superfood Coffee and more! + free lunchtime delivery.

PG Vibes

3.7

(14 reviews)

1.4 mi

I'm am not sure why this place has high reviews. The smoothies are watery and flavorless, really…read moredisappointing. The smoothie tatsed like ice and banana, it was way too liquidy. The staff was super friendly though, but I would not come here again.

We came in tonight for boba and were really disappointed. The drinks had very little flavor, and…read morethe boba was hard and pasty. We ended up throwing them away. We were excited to have a good spot nearby, but unfortunately we won't be returning.

Pictures of some beverages on the inside wall

Chocolate Oreo Waffles with Butterfinger Protein Shake

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Butterfinger Protein Shake

Captain + Stoker

Danny and Liam were so kind, and made me a delicious iced vanilla latte. Great coffee shop to check…read moreout while in the Monterey area.

What an adorable little place, with cute atmosphere! The…read morestaff was all super friendly from the cashiers to the baristas. The coffee was smooth, I applaud their ability to flawlessly whip a thick foam on non dairy milk and even decorate the top, oh and also their cups are so darn cute! I will definitely be back next time I'm traveling to Monterey.

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Manasiri Crepes

Came across the Tiramisu drinks on social media and was always tempted to try this place ever…read moresince. So glad I did, never tried anything like it! The chicken panini was also super good. Chicken was a bit dry but the flavor of it made up for it. Service was nice! Went early morning on a Saturday and it wasn't too busy so it was quick. Enjoyed our meal on their outdoor patio and it felt refreshing. Plants on the outside made the scenery feel real laid back and relaxing. Everything pictured was $75 which was a bit too much in my opinion.

The Crepes are absolutely delicious! The Mgr Manaseli is…read moreawesome! Great place, good vibe-must try while in Monterey! Chefg

Tiramisu latte!! Fave item :)

The reception space!

Mo's Omlette

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Crepes of Brittany

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.

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Ghirardelli Ice Cream & Chocolate Shop

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.

The line to order snaked out of the ice cream shop, but the line moved pretty fast. I ordered the…read morechocolate lover's milk shake (small) for $12.99, but most small ice cream sundaes were $14.99. Ice cream prices go up from there. Some people (like me) were given a buzzer thing that was supposed to let you know when your ice cream was ready to pick up at a separate counter. Some people where just asked their names and their names were called when their order was ready. Unfortunately, the person taking my order forgot to enter it into the computer system until I asked if my buzzer thing was working because it had taken an awfully long time to get a simple small shake. If you are able to find a seat outside at the rear of the store overlooking Monterey Bay the view is awesome, but there is not much of a view from inside seating nor the courtyard seating in the front of the store. They need an assigned person to patrol both inside and outside eating and seating areas since there is such a high volume of customers, the eating and seating surfaces need to be better cleaned. The shake was OK, nothing spectacular and it was less ice cream than milky (I saw them adding liquid to the ice cream machine just before my order was prepared so maybe it had not had enough time to freeze properly). As with most Cannery Row businesses there is no parking close by. This business does not seem to have any bathroom facilities nor anywhere for parents to wash off the sticky sweet treats from the hands and faces of their kids.

Beach View & Dining

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Pick & Mix

Plumes Coffee House

Pleasant and inviting place near my hotel. I've a standard morning meal and Plumes Coffee House…read moreprepared my breakfast to a tea... coffee actually but you get the reference. Rather comfy wooden chairs at a dozen tables and a recliner leather chair and couch. Music is pleasing without toning out conversation. Not being from Monterey, I observed several locals, then even more locals, so indicator is that Plumes has solid clientele for good cause. Staff are pleasant in manners and efficient in their jobs. Prices decent for really good smoothie, two eggs, coffee and steel cut oatmeal. Big windows views of boulevard scenery and historic architecture. Plumes is clean and tidy without being a sterile chain coffee house. Decent variety of coffee, and pastries look tempting... maybe a treat after a long run. Plumes is a cozy, casual vibe worth your dimes, times and appetites.

3 stars $9.75 Tuna…read moreon multi-grain: solid, tastes like homemade. It's not plentiful buts at least affordable.

Pour overs happening now!

Inside space

Offerings

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