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Located on historical Cannery Row in Monterey Bay, California, The Salty Seal Brewpub and Sports Bar offers casual dining with a casual vibe. We have the largest heated patio on Cannery Row. Fire pits. Heat lamps. Fireplace. Full-service restaurant. Sports Bar with lots of TVs. Pool Tables. Dartboards. Foosball. 14 draft beers. Dog-friendly patio. Live Music. The Salty Seal has something for everyone. We cater to all ages. We are a local favorite as well as a tourist destination.
English bar bites & local draft beers offered in a rustic sports bar set in a 1929 building.
Hours
| Saturday | 11 AM–2 AM |
| Sunday | 11 AM–1 AM |
| Monday | 11 AM–1 AM |
| Tuesday | 11 AM–1 AM |
| Wednesday | 11 AM–1 AM |
| Thursday | 11 AM–1 AM |
| Friday | 11 AM–2 AM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 653 Cannery Row, Monterey, CA 93940
Phone: (831) 920-2327
Website: https://www.the-salty-seal.com/
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Enjoy our awesome sports bar, tasty restaurant menu, billiards, darts, and cozy fire pits with heat lamps on our large outdoor patio.
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No respectable dive bar opens at noon. Monterey needs a 6am bar. Last time I visited SanDiego, 8 beautiful bars open at 6am.
Reviews
Kathleen Madrid
Delicious food, drinks, and staff. You can play pool, darts, watch the game, or eat out on the back patio. Definitely two thumbs up for this place.
… moreRobert Degnan
Cool vibes. You can shoot pool or throw darts in the front bar area. They had the football game on the large screen TVs. In the back was open seating for food and drinks. Pool cost $2 a game. They had a good beer selection. I their red and my wife got a pilsner.
… moreKenneth Tresch
One of the worst burgers I’ve ever had. No effort was put on to it bacon was burnt to a crisp patty was also burnt as well. Bathrooms are also terrible. For a $24 burger I definitely would expect more. Much better spots in the area trust me! I also heard they have new ownership so that might play a role in this
… moreCassidy Tanori
I LOVE GOING TO SALTY SEAL ! The new owners Jade and Ian are really turning the place around ! I was there before they took over and I’ve never seen the place so vibrant and full of life! Since new ownership they have had countless themed dj nights, burlesque shows, open mic nights, etc.
I absolutely respect that they also take the time to listen to their customers suggestions on themed nights by doing polls on their social media.
By far my favorite part of Salty Seal is is its employees who constantly take care of their customers. Chris,Kyle and Arie are my FAVORITE people to see behind the bar! They make my drinks beautiful and tasty , and are always recommending me delicious foods! FRANK ON DJ NIGHTS ALWAYS KILLS IT WITH HIS AMAZING SETS !
… moreI absolutely respect that they also take the time to listen to their customers suggestions on themed nights by doing polls on their social media.
By far my favorite part of Salty Seal is is its employees who constantly take care of their customers. Chris,Kyle and Arie are my FAVORITE people to see behind the bar! They make my drinks beautiful and tasty , and are always recommending me delicious foods! FRANK ON DJ NIGHTS ALWAYS KILLS IT WITH HIS AMAZING SETS !
Rae Zachary
Fun place for a bite and cocktail. Their menu advertised a traditional Bermuda Fish Chowder, and I was all in.
I had the chowder with the splash of black rum and sherry pepper sauce (love the stuff), my SIL had the Mexican Street Corn Soup and we shared the Sticky Bourbon Pork Belly appetizer.
We loved everything and will definitely go back when we are in town again.
The only thing we didn’t like is the door to the patio area was open and a very chilly breeze came through the whole time we were there. We didn’t stay, but they were setting up for live music when we headed out.
Definitely recommended for a comforting and fairly reasonably priced meal and drinks.
… moreI had the chowder with the splash of black rum and sherry pepper sauce (love the stuff), my SIL had the Mexican Street Corn Soup and we shared the Sticky Bourbon Pork Belly appetizer.
We loved everything and will definitely go back when we are in town again.
The only thing we didn’t like is the door to the patio area was open and a very chilly breeze came through the whole time we were there. We didn’t stay, but they were setting up for live music when we headed out.
Definitely recommended for a comforting and fairly reasonably priced meal and drinks.
Terri Reed
This was a really fun place to hang out!
I have to admit initially I was a bit skeptical about going to Cannery Row on a Friday night, as I’m more interested in where the locals go than tourists. But my friend and I met up with her friend she knew that lives in the area, and it was where he suggested we meet up.
I was glad that we did. I accidentally left my phone in the car, so I walked back by myself to go get it and felt perfectly safe walking alone without a phone or protection (until of course I had my phone in case of an emergency, which of course I didn’t).
When I got back, I asked the waitress (sadly, I could not recall her name, but she was very helpful and attentive. Sweet blonde young lady) what she recommended for my one drink, as did my friend I was visiting with. I decided on one of her recommendations, the prickly pear margarita. It was delicious! It’s not the strongest drink I ever had, but it’s definitely worth mentioning. I also ordered a virgin one, as I was driving. To be fair, I really could have had a second one, as I ate quite a bit, and like I mentioned, the drink wasn’t very strong.
I also let my friend try my drink as I tried hers as well. I can’t recall exactly what she had, but it was blue and I believe had vodka in it. It was the drink listed next to mine on the menu. It was also good. But personally, I’m a margarita girl, so it’s not one I would normally order.
The guy we met up with (my friends friend, I just met that night) had a rum and coke. I didn’t try it, as for one, I’ve had them before and more so, I didn’t know him. So I can not say as to his drink. But it looked good.
I had the cod chowder specially made by them with their original recipe and a grilled cheese sandwich. It was very tasty! Not at all what I expected. But it’s definitely worth ordering again. My friend said she had been there before and tried it and didn’t like it when she had it a few years back. So you never know. I knew going in that it was tomato based and not cream based, which was why she didn’t care for it.
She had the pork belly and fries along with clam chowder. I didn’t try her clam chowder, but it looked good. The pork belly and fries were probably my favorite thing I ate. Next time, it’s definitely going to be my order! The BBQ sauce alone was noteworthy! The other person we were with had a grilled cheese sandwich, so I’d say it was probably pretty good.
I then had to have dessert, because that’s become kinda my thing. And I had the cheesecake after asking the waitress what she recommended. That was HEAVENLY! It was nice and rich and completely delicious! Another item I’m definitely ordering again!
There was live music on the patio along with what looked like a fire pit. A bunch of people playing pool in another section and all in all a great atmosphere. It’s certainly somewhere I will go back to when I’m back in Monterey!
… moreI have to admit initially I was a bit skeptical about going to Cannery Row on a Friday night, as I’m more interested in where the locals go than tourists. But my friend and I met up with her friend she knew that lives in the area, and it was where he suggested we meet up.
I was glad that we did. I accidentally left my phone in the car, so I walked back by myself to go get it and felt perfectly safe walking alone without a phone or protection (until of course I had my phone in case of an emergency, which of course I didn’t).
When I got back, I asked the waitress (sadly, I could not recall her name, but she was very helpful and attentive. Sweet blonde young lady) what she recommended for my one drink, as did my friend I was visiting with. I decided on one of her recommendations, the prickly pear margarita. It was delicious! It’s not the strongest drink I ever had, but it’s definitely worth mentioning. I also ordered a virgin one, as I was driving. To be fair, I really could have had a second one, as I ate quite a bit, and like I mentioned, the drink wasn’t very strong.
I also let my friend try my drink as I tried hers as well. I can’t recall exactly what she had, but it was blue and I believe had vodka in it. It was the drink listed next to mine on the menu. It was also good. But personally, I’m a margarita girl, so it’s not one I would normally order.
The guy we met up with (my friends friend, I just met that night) had a rum and coke. I didn’t try it, as for one, I’ve had them before and more so, I didn’t know him. So I can not say as to his drink. But it looked good.
I had the cod chowder specially made by them with their original recipe and a grilled cheese sandwich. It was very tasty! Not at all what I expected. But it’s definitely worth ordering again. My friend said she had been there before and tried it and didn’t like it when she had it a few years back. So you never know. I knew going in that it was tomato based and not cream based, which was why she didn’t care for it.
She had the pork belly and fries along with clam chowder. I didn’t try her clam chowder, but it looked good. The pork belly and fries were probably my favorite thing I ate. Next time, it’s definitely going to be my order! The BBQ sauce alone was noteworthy! The other person we were with had a grilled cheese sandwich, so I’d say it was probably pretty good.
I then had to have dessert, because that’s become kinda my thing. And I had the cheesecake after asking the waitress what she recommended. That was HEAVENLY! It was nice and rich and completely delicious! Another item I’m definitely ordering again!
There was live music on the patio along with what looked like a fire pit. A bunch of people playing pool in another section and all in all a great atmosphere. It’s certainly somewhere I will go back to when I’m back in Monterey!
Helm Zinser-Watkins
Even on a short staff and limited menu, the service was GREAT. Staff was friendly, prompt, and had good banter between each other and with customers. The drinks were tasty and strong, and the sweet sticky pork belly was the best I’d ever had. Nachos were delicious, with great crema, and the fries were exactly the kind of crispy they should be. We’re absolutely coming back next time we’re here!
… moreJulia Holec
Cute sports bar with really good food! Service was a little on the slower side, but overall a really good experience. We got the fish tacos and barbecue pork belly and garlic fries! We also got a prickly pear cocktail and I forget the other name of the drink but a cocktail with rum.
… moremelissa mosier
My partner and I dined here today while taking a break from the aquarium. I’m sorry to report that 7 hours later I am home with food poisoning. I understand that this is a heavy allegation to a food establishment but this was the only food I had consumed besides a packet of oatmeal in the morning. My husband only ate mozzarella sticks while i had a sandwich, now im wishing i had just stuck with fried food.
Service and atmosphere was fine though. Next time I’ll just stick to a drink.
… moreService and atmosphere was fine though. Next time I’ll just stick to a drink.
Robert Evans
Fish chowder was fantastic and fish and chips were fresh, with a great batter and a lot of fish. Stopped by here after seeing an ad. Staff was extremely friendly, always asking how things were and could anything be better. Had a great time, with good food and reasonable prices. I saw none of the issues that some of the low ratings stated and I have my suspicion as to their validity. We had an awesome meal, wife stated the chowder was the best she had ever had.
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