Guidebook for Pacific Grove
Food Scene
Great atmosphere, and a nicely curated book shop. Coffee is ok, service is acceptable
17 locals recommend
The Bookworks
667 Lighthouse AveGreat atmosphere, and a nicely curated book shop. Coffee is ok, service is acceptable
Opens at 5 every evening. Never packed. Cool little family owned place.
Takara Sushi Japanese Restaurant
218 17th StOpens at 5 every evening. Never packed. Cool little family owned place.
Pavel's Backerei
219 Forest AveAmazing bakery. Unfortunately closed Sundays.
Everything Else
Grove Market
242 Forest AveNice little grocery store, an easy 10 minute walk.
Very friendly and conveniently located. They use an in store card for the machines, but tell them you're a visitor, and they will give you a loaner card.
Sudz Laundry
709 Lighthouse AveVery friendly and conveniently located. They use an in store card for the machines, but tell them you're a visitor, and they will give you a loaner card.
Parks & Nature
fantastic short hike up Sobranes Canyon. If you're up for a challenge, take the trail up to the ridge and descend ocean side, with a view of waves and Hwy 1. Check out the tide pools at Sobranes Point as well; you won't be disappointed.
45 locals recommend
Garrapata State Park
34500 CA-1fantastic short hike up Sobranes Canyon. If you're up for a challenge, take the trail up to the ridge and descend ocean side, with a view of waves and Hwy 1. Check out the tide pools at Sobranes Point as well; you won't be disappointed.
Garland Ranch Regional Park
700 W Carmel Valley RdGreat variety of trails for all fitness levels.
A bit of a drive (an hour or so) but pretty impressive rock formations and some steep ascents. Possible Condor sightings too, if you're lucky
79 locals recommend
Pinnacles National Park
A bit of a drive (an hour or so) but pretty impressive rock formations and some steep ascents. Possible Condor sightings too, if you're lucky
Fort Ord National Monument
Toro Creek RoadMountain biking paradise!