Salinas, Monterey County, CA

Places to go in Salinas

66 scouted venues — the coffee shops, restaurants, parks, and hidden corners we think are worth your time.

201 Main

Food & Drink

201 Main

Upscale menu of Italian favorites served in a splashy setting with a fire-lit outdoor plaza.

201 Main St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA

Alvarado Street Brewery Taproom

Food & Drink

Alvarado Street Brewery Taproom

301 Main St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA

Andrew Molera State Park

Outdoors

Andrew Molera State Park

Relatively undeveloped park with trails on beaches & through meadows & a walk-in trail camp.

45500 CA-1, Big Sur, CA 93920, USA

Bety’s Boutique

Shopping

Bety’s Boutique

652 E Laurel Dr D, Salinas, CA 93906, USA

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

Food & Drink

BJ's Restaurant & Brewhouse

Family-friendly chain outpost pairs familiar pub fare with an extensive list of house brews.

1730 N Main St, Salinas, CA 93906, USA

Black Bear Diner Salinas

Food & Drink

Black Bear Diner Salinas

Easygoing chain serving familiar all-day comfort food & desserts in a woodsy setting.

1391 N Davis Rd, Salinas, CA 93907, USA

Captain + Stoker

Food & Drink

Captain + Stoker

Single-origin coffee, espresso & seasonal cafe bites in airy quarters with cycling decor.

398 E Franklin St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA

Central Park

Outdoors

Central Park

420 Central Ave, Salinas, CA 93901, USA

Cesar Chavez Community Park

Outdoors

Cesar Chavez Community Park

250 N Madeira Ave, Salinas, CA 93905, USA

Cherry Bean Coffee Roasting Co.

Food & Drink

Cherry Bean Coffee Roasting Co.

Bright coffee shop/roastery featuring espresso drinks & pastries, plus local art & sidewalk tables.

332 S Main St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA

Chuck E. Cheese

Family

Chuck E. Cheese

Kid-friendly chain known for its arcade games, pizza parties & play zones.

1447 N Davis Rd, Salinas, CA 93907, USA

Del Monte Beach

Sports & Recreation

Del Monte Beach

Strip of beach with boardwalk pathways through sand dunes, plus wildlife & picnic areas.

653 Del Monte Ave, Monterey, CA 93940, USA

Dennis The Menace Playground

Family

Dennis The Menace Playground

Spacious kids' playground & park featuring activities such as a maze & a rock climbing wall.

777 Pearl St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA

DESUAR Monterey Spa

Wellness

DESUAR Monterey Spa

700 Munras Ave, Monterey, CA 93940, USA

Dubber's Oldtown Bar And Grill

Nightlife

Dubber's Oldtown Bar And Grill

172 Main St #3427, Salinas, CA 93901, USA

East Village Cafe

Food & Drink

East Village Cafe

Casual coffee shop with quirky decor offering a menu of breakfast & bakery goods, plus drinks.

498 Washington St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA

El Dorado Park

Outdoors

El Dorado Park

Playground with sport courts & fields, a jogging path & multiple picnic areas for get-togethers.

1655 El Dorado Dr, Salinas, CA 93906, USA

El Estero Park

Outdoors

El Estero Park

725 Pearl St, Monterey, CA 93940, USA

Elli's | Great American Restaurant

Food & Drink

Elli's | Great American Restaurant

A menu inspired by the many cultures of Ellis Island includes American favorites like prime rib.

1250 S Main St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA

Felton Music Hall

Arts & Culture

Felton Music Hall

6275 Hwy 9, Felton, CA 95018, USA

First Awakenings

Food & Drink

First Awakenings

Hearty breakfast & other classic fare served in a relaxed venue with outdoor seating.

171 Main St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA

Fort Ord National Monument

Arts & Culture

Fort Ord National Monument

Home to 35 species of rare flora & fauna, this undeveloped wildland offers over 80 miles of trails.

Toro Creek Rd, Marina, CA 93933, USA

Fox Theater

Arts & Culture

Fox Theater

241 Main St, Salinas, CA 93901, USA

Fremont Peak State Park

Outdoors

Fremont Peak State Park

Scenic, mountainous park with craggy peaks & views of Monterey Bay, hiking, camping & picnicking.

10700 San Juan Canyon Rd, San Juan Bautista, CA 95045, USA