HAGERTY`S GUIDE TO MONTEREY

HAGERTY’S GUIDE TO MONTEREY
THE CONCOURS
PEBBLE BEACH CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE
When: Sunday, Aug. 15
Dawn – Field opens to entrants
9 a.m. – Judging commences
10:30 a.m. – Field opens to spectators
1:30 p.m. - 5:30 p.m. – Awards presentation
Where: The Lodge at Pebble Beach
More info: 877.693.0009 | www.pebblebeachconcours.net
Admission: $150 in advance; $175 day of show
The Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance is widely acknowledged as one of the world’s premier celebrations of the
automobile. 2010 marks the 60th Concours, and this year’s
event takes note of several other notable anniversaries. It’s the
75th for Jaguar, the 50th for the Ferrari 250 GT SWB Berlinetta,
and it’s an unbelievable 100 years for the Indianapolis 500. The
Concours will feature Jaguar, Alfa Romeo and Pierce-Arrow,
as well as the sublime work of Italian designer Ghia. Hot rod
enthusiasts, take heart: Part of the festivities will include a
celebration of historic Lakesters and Bonneville racers. Some
of the hot rods scheduled for this event haven’t been seen in
50 years, and some of those will be fresh off their restorations.
Race fans will be in hog heaven with some rarely seen Indy cars.
Pre-1960 American motorcycles will also be well represented.
With the daunting number of cars, be sure get here early; you
don’t want to miss a thing.
THE QUAIL, A MOTORSPORTS GATHERING
When: Friday, Aug. 13, 10 a.m. - 4 p.m.
Where: The Quail Resort and Golf Club
8000 Valley Greens Drive, Carmel, CA 93923
More info: 877.734.4628 | www.quaillodgeevents.com
Admission: $400
What exactly is the Quail? It’s an automotive lifestyle event for
diehard enthusiasts of fine racing cars, modeled after the elegant Goodwood Festival of Speed in the U.K. It’s a gathering
on a smaller scale than the Concours, but no less impressive.
Featured themes for this year include Milestone Cars of 1934,
45 Years of the Shelby Mustang, Alfa Romeo Special Coachbuilders, Racecar Driver Carroll Shelby, and Nürburgring. And
the food is amazing, prepared by the renowned Quail culinary
team. If you think you’d like to attend, buy tickets now as it will
sell out. $400 gets you entrance to this event and the two-day
Bonhams auction on-site, as well as a gourmet lunch and all the
fine wine you can wisely imbibe. If you miss out on tickets, you
can always attend the auction separately. Hint: The $550 Superticket gets you into to The Quail and McCall’s Motorsports
Revival on Aug. 11.
THE INSIDE TRACK
WEATHER:
Whether you’re in town, up at Laguna or out at Pebble
Beach, weather differs dramatically. In town, temperatures
range from the mid 60’s to the mid 70’s, with fog as a
possibility (especially in the early morning and afternoon)
and with cloud cover beginning about 4 p.m. Early
morning temperatures can drop to 40 degrees in Pebble
Beach, which often starts the day with heavy fog that
burns off as the temperature rises into the 60’s and 70’s.
At Laguna Seca Raceway it tends to be clear, hotter and
less humid. The raceway is in a large “bowl” higher than
town, and the hot, black tarmac heats up the area. Skies
tend to be clearer away from the coast and town.
ATTIRE:
No matter which event you attend, comfortable shoes are a must. Many people wear their finery to
the Pebble Beach Concours d’Elegance, and dress varies
from khakis to blazers and dresses suitable for a garden
party. Other events are less formal, though at Concorso
and The Quail, business casual is a safe bet and jeans
are best for the historic races. Wherever you are in the
Monterey area, dressing in layers makes good sense as it
starts cool and progressively warms as the day advances.
TICKETS:
Virtually every event requires a ticket or pass, which
you can order in advance using the phone numbers or
websites listed. Without a ticket you’ll be denied entry.
Many events will be sold out, so if you lose or forget your
ticket you’ll have no recourse.
PARKING AND DRIVING TIPS:
It’s best to stay as near as possible to the events you’re
planning to attend. During Concours week, traffic is
extremely heavy and it can sometimes take as many as
two hours to drive between Monterey or Pebble Beach
and Carmel Valley — normally it’s less than a half-hour.
If much of your time will be spent at the auctions, then
staying near the center of Monterey will save you time,
effort and gas.
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HAGERTY/RM AUCTIONS SEMINAR: SECRETS OF
AN ELITE DETAILER
When: Aug. 12, 2 p.m. – 4 p.m.
Where: Serra Ballroom, Portola Hotel & Spa
2 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA
Admission: Free. RSVP to [email protected]
Hagerty and RM Auctions will hold a special detailing seminar
during Monterey car week in August. Part of Hagerty’s Smart
Collecting Series, and sponsored by Meguiar’s, “Secrets of an
Elite Detailer” will feature a hands-on demonstration of detailing techniques and strategies by Tim McNair, of Grand Prix
Concours Preparation. You’ll also hear about the importance
of proper preparation for auction and the show field from Ian
Kelleher, president and COO of RM Auctions, and Dave Kinney,
publisher of Hagerty’s Cars That Matter. The tips you learn here
can help you fetch a better price — or a better prize.
MCCALL’S MOTORWORKS REVIVAL
When: Wednesday, Aug. 11
Where: Monterey Jet Center
300 Skypark Drive, Monterey, CA 93940
More info: 831.372.9311 | www.mccallevents.com
Admission: $200 advance; $225 at the door; $550 Superticket—includes admittance to The Quail
The Revival is the most elegant evening you’ll ever spend in
an airplane hangar. For nearly two decades, this very exclusive
event and fundraiser has kicked off the automotive whirlwind
that is Monterey. Enjoy fine wine and amazing regional cuisine as you hobnob with automotive legends and celebrities.
Sponsors like Bentley, Porsche, Audi, Jaguar, Morgan, Spyker
and Saab will be on hand along with their newest models, as
will aviation leaders Embraer, Gulfstream, Bombardier, Piaggio,
Cirrus, Pilatus and XoJet. This year, the beneficiary will be the
California Highway Patrol’s 11-99 Foundation, benefitting the
families of current, retired and fallen CHP officers.
CONCORSO ITALIANO
When: Aug. 13, 9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Where: Laguna Seca Golf Ranch
10520 York Road, Monterey, CA 93940
More info: 425.742.0632 | www.concorso.com
Admission: $110 ($100 if purchased online by July 18)
Clubhouse Buffet: $40
If you favor Italian cars, head to the Concorso Italiano. Between
800 and 1,000 cars are expected this year, so even with an early
start, you might not see them all, but we’re confident you’ll give
it the old college try. Representatives from Alfa Romeo and the
Alfa Romeo Museum will be on hand to celebrate the marque’s
100th anniversary and to present an Arnoldo Pomodoro sculpture to the most historically relevant Alfa. The sculpture represents a lovely Alfa tradition, started in the ’60s, of top Alfa brass
presenting their works drivers with a sculpture. If you’re an Alfa
owner, you don’t want to miss this.
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THINGS YOU REALLY SHOULDN’T MISS:
If you want to see a free, phenomenal car
show of some 150 of Sunday’s Concours show cars, set up
a lawn chair along Ocean Avenue in Carmel, and by about
noon the Pebble Beach Tour d’Elegance participants will
be stopping for lunch. You can get quite a preview of
the cars.
Friday afternoon around 5 p.m. you may want to return
to Ocean Avenue in Carmel, park and perch on the
stone wall median to watch cars roll in from The Quail,
Concorso Italiano, Laguna Seca and the Pacific Grove
Classic Car Rally.
Back at Pebble Beach on Saturday, stroll out onto the polo
field where the gleaming transporter rigs are all lined up
side by side. Talk to the drivers/handlers and watch as
Duesenbergs and Ferraris and Packards are polished and
primped. If you get lucky, you may even end up helping
to prep a show car—stranger things have happened.
One of the best viewing occasions on Sunday requires
getting up before dawn. Grab your tickets and do your
best to find safe parking (or your car will be towed) before
walking around the Lodge to the water’s edge where all
show cars must file in through the early morning fog. A
small crowd will be lining the way and staying warm with
coffee and donuts provided by the Hagerty Dawn Patrol.
As long as you’re there early, deposit your blanket on a
spot opposite the award ramp to save a place from which
you can comfortably watch the awards ceremony late in
the day.
On show day at Pebble Beach, don’t count on going
inside the Lodge, which is closed to ticket holders.
But don’t worry, plenty of food and portable restrooms
are available.
AUTOMOTIVE FINE ARTS SOCIETY EXHIBITION
When: Aug. 15, 10:30 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Where: The Lodge at Pebble Beach
More info: 214.520.3430 | www.autoartgallery.com/afas/
Admission: Free to Concours attendees
The AFAS is comprised of some of the most gifted automotive
artists on the planet. Each year, AFAS members travel from all
over North America and Europe to hold their most important
exhibition at Pebble Beach. This is your chance to see automotive genius at work — on the canvas.
AUTOMOBILIA MONTEREY
DO’S AND DON’TS:
Do plan ahead. Remember your GPS, map, passes and
credentials.
Do be aware of parking signage and obey it. You don’t
want your car ticketed or towed.
Do try to get all the parking passes you can.
This will help you park closer to each venue.
When: Aug. 10, 10 a.m.-6 p.m.; Aug. 11, 10 a.m.-7 p.m.
Where: Embassy Suites Seaside Ballroom
1441 Canyon Del Rey, Seaside, CA 93955
More info: 831.659.5335 | www.automobiliamonterey.com
Admission: $15 for one day, $20 for both
Do be aware that there will be a bottleneck
on Highway One on the way to The Quail,
and plan for extra time.
This is, hands down, the largest automobilia show in America.
If you love vintage car stuff, this is the place to be—everything
is all-original, absolutely no reproductions. About 50 vendors
will offer vintage posters, photographs, rally plates, badges and
pins, hood ornaments, signs, scale models, literature, signed
items, postcards, stamps and more. If there’s something you’re
looking for, get here early to secure your prize.
Don’t be too proud to stop and ask directions.
PEBBLE BEACH RETROAUTO
When: Aug. 13-15
Friday to Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Sunday, 8 a.m.-6 p.m.
Where: Adjacent to main Pebble Beach Concours pedestrian entrance
More info: www.pebblebeachconcours.net/pages/aboutevents-retroauto/index.htm
As the name suggests, you’ll find a wealth of rare collectibles
and memorabilia at RetroAuto, but you’ll also find the latest
luxury goods, tools and gizmos to enhance your driving experience. If you enjoy being the first on your block – or your car club
– to find cool stuff, head here.
CONCOURS D’LEMONS
When: Saturday, Aug 14 9:00am-4:00pm
Where: Toro Regional Park
501 Monterey-Salinas Highway 68, Monterey
More Info: http://concoursdlemons.com/
Admission: $20
Thousands flock to Pebble Beach to see the best of the bestbut here’s one unique event where you can find the worst of the
worst. The Concours d’LeMons celebrates everything misguided, ill-conceived and poorly executed in automotive design; it’s
probably the one event on the Monterey Peninsula where you’ll
enjoy a good belly laugh. Got a horrible ride you’re ashamed to
be seen in? These are your people.
Do take a camera everywhere during the day.
Don’t speed (on the rare occasion that you could)!
There is heavy law enforcement in the area during the
events.
AUCTIONS
GOODING & COMPANY
When: Aug. 11-15
Reception Friday, Aug. 13
By invitation only
Viewings:
Wednesday, Aug. 11 10 a.m.-6 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 12
9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 13
9 a.m.-5 p.m.
Saturday, Aug. 14
9 a.m.-4:30 p.m.
Sunday, Aug. 15
9 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
Auction:
Saturday, Aug. 14
5 p.m.-close
Sunday, Aug. 15
6 p.m.-close
Where: Pebble Beach Equestrian Center
Corner of Portola Road and Stevenson Drive, Monterey, CA 93940
More info: 310.899.1960 | www.goodingco.com
Admission: $40 admits one to all events
Catalogue - $100, admits two to all events
Children under 12 free
Gooding is the official partner of the Concours, so this is the
only auction you’ll find on-site. So far, Gooding wins for the
car with the best story, or at least the gutsiest bet. The 1927
Mercedes-Benz S Boattail Speedster, co-owned by the Marx
Brothers, cost Zeppo $10,000 when he was challenged to an
automotive duel by agent-to-the-stars Phil Berg and his Model
J Duesenberg. The race took place across the dry lakes north
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of Hollywood while celebs (and around a thousand others)
cheered them on. The Duesie won the day, but the rare
Murphy-bodied S wins for longevity; 78 years later, it’s in beautiful, and largely original condition, including the original yellow
California plates. Gooding will also feature the 1952 New York
Auto Show car, a 1951 Ferrari 340 America, and the first ever
1956 Maserati 200 SI, the factory works team car driven by Jean
Behra, Piero Taruffi and Sterling Moss.
RM AUCTIONS SPORTS & CLASSICS OF MONTEREY
When: Aug. 11-14
Gala reception
Thursday, Aug. 12 5 p.m.-7 p.m.
Preview:
Wednesday, Aug. 11 9 a.m.-6 p.m.
Thursday, Aug. 12
9 a.m.-10 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 13
9 a.m.-midnight
Saturday, Aug. 14
9 a.m.-midnight
Auction
Thursday, Aug. 12 7 p.m.-10 p.m.
Friday, Aug. 13 6 p.m.-midnight
Saturday, Aug. 14
6 p.m.-midnight
Where: Portola Hotel & Spa and Monterey
Conference Center
2 Portola Plaza, Monterey, CA 93940
More info: www.RMauctions.com
Admission: $200 catalog and admission for two to the
previews, auctions and reception
$40 admission to preview only
If you’re thrilled by astronomical prices and furious bidding,
you’ll find one of the most valuable cars to cross any auction
block this week (or any other) at RM. Rob Meyers is hoping
lightning strikes twice with a Scaglietti-designed 1958 Ferrari
250 “Pontoon Fender” Testa Rossa. RM set a record with another pontoon-fendered Testa Rossa at $12.4 million. Ford fans
take note: To commemorate yet another anniversary, RM will
kick off its 25th with a Thursday night sale devoted to Fords.
962 Prototype. Also set to cross the block: a 5.4-liter flat 12-cylinder, air-cooled Interserie racing (European Can-Am) Spyder
that used to be a Porsche 917K Coupe — before Mike Hailwood
crashed it in the 1970 24 Hours of Le Mans. Walking back to the
pits with the steering wheel in his hand, he was famously asked,
“Is that what came off or is that all that’s left?”
RUSSO AND STEELE
When: Aug. 12-14
Preview: Thursday through Saturday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m.
Auction starts daily at 5 p.m.
Cocktail reception: Thursday, Aug. 12 3 p.m.-5:30 p.m.
Where: San Carlos Ballroom, Marriott Hotel
350 Calle Principal, Monterey, CA 93940
More info: www.russoandsteele.com
DRIVING EVENTS
When it comes to theater, no other auto auction comes close to
Russo and Steele. It’s loud, with music and shouting and revving
engines. It’s the closest thing to WWF wrestling on four wheels.
In 2010 the colorful Drew Alcazar celebrates the 10th year of his
trademark combination of race cars and muscle. Of particular
interest this year is the 1969 Boss 302 Trans Am Race car driven
by Parnelli Jones, one of only of two left in existence. It’s listed
in the Boss 302 World Directory and the Shelby American
World Registry because it was not only used by the Trans Am
Team, but by the Shelby American Team.
MID-AMERICA MARKETPLACE
When: Aug. 13-15
Where: Adjacent to main Pebble Beach Concours pedestrian entrance (next to RetroAuto)
More info: www.midamericaauctions.com
This is the second year for Mid-America’s vintage motorcycle
expo and sale. This is an auction, but you won’t hear an auctioneer; all bidding takes place online. In 2009, most buyers took
advantage of the instant-buy option to avoid constantly checking the website. Several important bikes will be here, 75 in all,
including the iconic Husky that Steve McQueen rode in the
movie “On Any Sunday.”
BONHAMS AND BUTTERFIELDS AUCTION
MECUM AT MONTEREY
When: Aug. 12-13
Automobilia: 10 a.m.-1:30 p.m.
Exceptional Motorcars: 1:30 p.m.
Where: Quail Lodge Resort and Golf Club
Carmel, CA 93923
More info: www.bonhams.com/usa/carsusaquail
When: Aug. 13-14
Preview
Thursday: noon- 5 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 8 a.m.
Auction
Friday-Saturday: 10 a.m. (memorabilia 9 a.m.)
Where: Hyatt Regency Resort and Spa
on Del Monte Golf Course
1 Old Golf Course Road, Monterey, CA 93940
More info: 815.568.8888 | www.mecum.com
Bonhams and Butterfields Quail Lodge sale is the company’s
premier North American motorcar auction and focuses on fine
European and racing cars. If there is one marque that represents Bonhams and Butterfields 2010, it’s competition Porsches.
Both auction days feature the Michael L. Amalfitano collection, with some very significant race cars: the 1967 Porsche 910
Prototype Coupe that Gerhard Mitter drove to victory in the
Nurburgring 1000 km; a rare 3-liter flat-8, 1969 Porsche 908
“Flounder” Spyder; a 1975 Porsche RSR; and a 1988 Porsche
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their sale to a second day. They’re also offering five classic
wooden boats, including a rare 1940 Chris-Craft Barrelback
with an A-120A race engine. Noteworthy cars include a Le
Mans-winning 1959 Ferrari 250 GT LWB TdF, a 1967 Corvette
L88 Roadster (one of only 20 produced), and Ed “Big Daddy”
Roth’s Tweedy Pie — a 1923 Ford T-bucket owned by the “Rat
Fink” hot rod cartoonist.
Mecum’s at Monterey for the second year. The auction house’s
inaugural auction in 2009 brought a record price for an American car ($7.25 million for the Brock-designed 1965 Shelby Daytona Cobra Coupe CSX 2601). This year, Mecum has expanded
PEBBLE BEACH TOUR D’ELEGANCE
When: Aug. 12
Tour d’Elegance Schedule
7-8 a.m. – Cars line up near Collins Field in
Pebble Beach
8:30 a.m. – Tour departs, tracing portions of
17-Mile Drive and Highway One
10:45 a.m. – Select cars stop at Carmel Mission
11:30-12 p.m. – Tour arrives in Carmel-by-the-Sea
12 p.m. – 2 p.m. – Cars are displayed on
Ocean Avenue
2 p.m. – 2:30 p.m. – Tour returns to Pebble Beach
3 p.m. – Champagne toast for participants
More info: www.pebblebeachconcours.net/pages/3023
Well before the first golf ball ever rolled across the links at
Pebble Beach, the spectacular views made the original 17Mile Drive the cruise of choice for California’s first motorists.
This event celebrates that heritage, incorporating parts of the
original 17-mile drive into the route. Participation is open to all
entrants in the Concours, but watching is almost as fun — and
you won’t have to worry about breakdowns. The most popular
spot for viewing is downtown Carmel, where the cars line up
for viewing. Or head down the coast, find a spot to pull over
and enjoy watching the parade of classics over a picnic lunch.
Hint: To avoid the crowd, find a spot on Portola Road at about
2 p.m., when the cars are headed back to Pebble Beach. The
route, when finalized in early July, can be found here:
www.pebblebeachconcours.net/pages/3023
16TH ANNUAL PACIFIC GROVE CONCOURS
AUTO RALLY
When: Friday, Aug. 13, 2010 (registration ends Aug. 2)
1 p.m.-8 p.m.
Admission: $75 to drive only, $90 includes dinner
More info: www.pgautorally.org
This relaxed, fun event is the best way to experience what the
Monterey week is all about. The featured marque is the Ford
Mustang. Dinner is served after the tour in historic Chatauqua
Hall, Central Avenue at 16th Street, one block north of Lighthouse Avenue in Pacific Grove.
ROLEX MONTEREY MOTORSPORTS REUNION
(formerly Monterey Historic Races)
When: Aug. 13-15
Pre-Reunion Aug. 7- 8
Where: Mazda Laguna Seca Raceway
1021 Monterey-Salinas Hwy
Salinas, CA 93908
More info: www.mazdaraceway.com
Admission: Check website for specific ticket pricing
(www.mazdaraceway.com/pages/tix-Reunion_2010)
For this event, it’s the first year with a new name and there’s
bound to be some confusion. Bottom line, if you want to see
historic racecars and racing legends, get used to the new logo
(which features the iconic tree racers used to mark the beginning of the infamous corkscrew). One of the legends to be reunited with the cars that helped make him great is Dan Gurney.
This event, “The Cars He Built, the Cars He Drove” will feature
Dan’s Indy cars, Trans-Ams, Can-Ams, Formula One racers and
IMSA GTP prototypes. If you can only do one day, Friday’s your
best bet; it’s less crowded and cheaper ($40). But the best deal
for hardcore fans might be the pre-reunion. For the first time,
fans are invited to watch as the competitors prepare their cars
and test the track. Tickets to the pre-reunion are $50, but if
you show a ticket to the main Reunion event at the gate, it’s
only $15. For a detailed schedule of practice runs, qualifying
rounds and races, visit http://www.mazdaraceway.com/pages/
sched-reunion.
WHERE TO EAT
LALLAPALOOZA $$
474 Alvarado St.
Monterey, CA 93940
831.645.9036 | www.lalla-palooza.com
If you have a big group and you want to make sure there’s
something for everyone, this is the place. You’ll find steak,
wood-fired pizza, cedar-planked salmon, goat-cheese ravioli,
chicken burritos, seafood chowder, and yes, even the classic American burger. There is an excellent wine list, decent
beer options, plentiful tequila choices and a dozen martinis
to choose from. This is a great place for a French press latte,
too. The best deals are during happy hour — 2-for 1 appetizers
and martinis. There are nightly dinner specials, too. Check the
website for the complete menu.
JOSE’S MEXICAN BAR & GRILL $$
638 Wave St.
Monterey, CA 93940
831.655.4419
Jose’s is known for its super-friendly servers and large portions.
It will satisfy your craving for fresh Mexican food without the
sticker shock of many Monterey establishments. It’s a familyoperated restaurant, and you might find Jose behind the bar
(or Greg or Ozzie, his brothers) serving up Mango Peach Margaritas with a smile. You can get half-price margaritas during
Happy Hour, Monday through Friday, 4-6 p.m.
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THE CROWN AND ANCHOR $$
150 W. Franklin St.
Monterey, CA 93940
831.649.6496 | www.crownandanchor.net
The Crown and Anchor was voted the No. 1 pub in Monterey
County. This authentic British Pub is awash in fascinating naval
regalia, and you won’t find a better selection of beer and single-malt scotch in the city. If you’re a fan of shepherd’s pie, you
must try it here — it’s reputedly the best in the country. Happy
hour weekdays are from 4 to 6 p.m. And get this—the kitchen’s
open till midnight! Classic fish and chips, mussels in curry,
oysters and fork-tender lamb shank are all popular items. Treat
yourself to a warm slice of blackberry pie drizzled in cream. The
complete menu is available on the website.
THE WHALING STATION $$$$
763 Wave St.
Monterey, CA 93940
(831) 373-3778 | www.whalingstationmonterey.com
Steak-lovers, you’ve found Nirvana. Prime rib, filet mignon,
rib-eye — whatever you order, they’ll cook it exactly the way
you ordered it (is there anything more irritating than getting
a faintly pink steak when you ordered rare?) This is the place
for oysters, too, and the coconut curry soup is wonderful. If
you have room for dessert, bypass the cheesecake and try the
pineapple carpaggio for something truly memorable; it’s set
aflame tableside and served with coconut ice cream. Word to
the budget-minded—head to the bar and order the four-course
prix-fix steak dinner for $19.95.
MONTEREY’S FISH HOUSE $$$
2114 Del Monte Ave.
Monterey, CA 93940
831.373.4647
If great seafood is more important than an ocean view, head
to Monterey’s Fish House where you’ll find fresh local seafood,
local ingredients, inventive preparation and a fabulous reputation. But if you remember anything about this Monterey institution, it’s that you must, must , MUST make a reservation. That
is, unless you enjoy waiting for two hours. That said, those with
reservations are seated promptly and treated to impeccable
service. Be sure to ask about the daily specials, and listen to
your servers; they won’t steer you wrong. Insider tip: Ask for the
dipping sauce with the bread, and the grilled artichoke appetizer (not on the menu).
TARPY’S ROADHOUSE $$$
2999 Salinas Highway 1
Monterey, CA 93999
831.647.1444 | www.tarpys.com
Set in a 1917 ranch on five manicured acres, Tarpy’s is a great
choice for outdoor dining. The wood-burning grill makes
steaks, chops, burgers and ribs fragrant and irresistible. Chef
Michael Kimmel focuses on fresh, local ingredients – try the
herb-crusted baby Castroville artichoke hearts – and loves to
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feature wild game like pheasant, boar, rabbit, venison and duck.
If you’re a fan, be sure to ask about the game special. New to
the menu are Tarpy’s Recession Deals — a different five-star
dish every night of the week for $10.95 ($8.95 lunch). Reservations are recommended — make them online, and check out
the menu ahead of time.
PHO KING $
1153 Fremont Blvd
Seaside, CA 93955
831.899.1424
Pho fans love the signature Vietnamese dish because it’s
deliciously spicy, healthy, cheap … and a miraculous cure for a
hangover. You’ll find a great variety of Pho here, and other tasty
dishes as well. Try the lemongrass beef, served traditionally
with fresh basil, bean sprouts and special sauce.
FISHWIFE SEAFOOD RESTAURANT $$
789 Trinity Ave. Seaside
831.394.2027
1996½ Sunset Drive
Pacific Grove, CA 93950
831.375.7107 | www.fishwife.com
If you’re craving seafood, but don’t have a reservation and don’t
want to wait two hours at the popular restaurants in Monterey,
head down to Fishwife in Pacific Grove, or Seaside. They’ve
been serving up fresh local seafood since the ’40s — from
catfish sandwiches to grilled oysters seafood alfredo. Much of
the dishes have a Caribbean or Cajun twist, like the Fisherman’s
bowls — the fresh catch of the day served over rice, beans,
Caribbean cabbage with fresh veggies and a ginger-sesame
vinaigrette. Check the website for coupons and specials.
son. Try the pan-roasted scallops served on a bed of spinach
with red potatoes and truffle sauce, or the crab cake Caesar.
WHERE TO STAY
THE CENTRELLA INN $$$$
612 Central Ave.
Pacific Grove, CA 93950
800.233.3372 | www.centrellainn.com
The Centrella Inn, a national historic landmark, is the epitome of
Victorian charm and has won the Best Lodging in Pacific Grove
award. Poet Robert Louis Stevenson found it “dreamlike.” Like
most older homes, each room is unique, but one thing you
won’t find is TV – what’s romantic about the news? No continental breakfast here; a full breakfast and freshly baked pastries in
the Victorian parlor are waiting for you every morning of your
stay, as are wine and hors d’oeuvres each evening.
MARIPOSA INN & SUITES $$$
1386 Munras Ave.
Monterey, CA 93940
831.649.1414 | www.mariposamonterey.com
This affordable boutique hotel was recently renovated and
features clean and modern rooms, very comfortable beds with
luxury linens, free parking, free wireless access, a heated outdoor pool and spa, fire pit patios and gas log fireplaces — from
$179-359 a night. A great value for the area.
VISION QUEST RANCH $$
400 River Road
Salinas, CA 93908
800.228.7382 | www.wildthingsinc.com
This is authentic Italian at its best. Little Napoli serves up classic pasta dishes and pizza – and a few surprises – in a warm,
romantic and inviting environment. Try the Lamb Shank Osso
Bucco served with risotto, or for lunch, take advantage of the
Mezza Mezza special—half a pizza, salad and a cup of crab
bisque for $11.
Looking for something really different? How about sleeping
with lions and tigers roaming just a few yards away from your
canvas-walled bungalow? How about waking up to an elephant
bringing your breakfast? That’s Vision Quest Ranch, home
to dozens of rescued big cats, bears, zebras, monkeys and
elephants. Some of these animals may look familiar; they’re film
and TV stars, trained by rescuer and owner Charlie Sammut . A
dedicated staff is on hand to answer questions, and even bring
animals to your door. Who ever thought the sound of tigers
roaring at night would be so comforting? Rooms are just $225
a night!
TERRY’S LOUNGE (IN THE CYPRESS INN) $$$
LAUREL INN MOTEL $
7th & Lincoln
Carmel-By-the-Sea, CA 93923
831.624.3871 | www.cypress-inn.com
801 W. Laurel Drive
Salinas, CA 93906
831.449.2474 | www.laurelinnmotel.com
The first thing you’ll notice about this charming stucco and tile
lounge is that dogs are everywhere. Under tables, under barstools, dogs are accompanying their owners. The wait staff talks
to, plays with and responds to the needs of the pets almost as
much as they do the customers. When you learn that the hotel
itself is half-owned by animal activist Doris Day, you won’t be
surprised. The lounge is named after the late Terry Melcher, her
For $79-88 a night, this clean, well-maintained property offers a
great value. The on-site heated pool, sauna and spa are just the
thing for your muscles after a day or two of walking. The Black
Bear Diner, a casual restaurant with generous portions, is also
on-site. Rooms have work areas, free Wi-Fi, and extended cable
with HBO and ESPN.
LITTLE NAPOLI BISTRO ITALIANO $$$
Dolores Street near 7th
Carmel-by-the-Sea, CA 93921
831.626.6335 | www.pepeinternational.com/littlenapoli.html
CAPTAIN’S INN $$$
8122 Moss Landing Road
Moss Landing, CA 95039
831.633.5550 | www.captainsinn.com
If you love birdwatching, you need to stay here — you can see
birds, otters and harbor seals from your bed! The Captain’s Inn
is housed in the historic 1906 Pacific Coast Steamship Company
building; the boathouse was recently built behind it. These
modern rooms feature huge windows overlooking the tidal
channel and wetlands. It’s also within walking distance to the
Elkhorn Slough. Every room has a pair of binoculars; guests
have been known to get into “bird-offs.”
WHAT TO DO
MONTEREY BAY WHALE WATCH
84 Fisherman’s Wharf
Monterey, CA 93940
831.375.4658 | www.gowhales.com
$35; children $25
This is your chance to get up close and personal with the
world’s largest creatures. August is a great month to see humpback, blue and killer whales, as well of schools of dolphins. Your
captains are seasoned naturalists dedicated to whale preservation; biologist Nancy Black has been featured on numerous
Animal Planet and Discovery Channel programs. Morning trips
are 4 to 5 hours long, afternoons 3 to 4 hours. Make reservations online or call directly. Pack your camera, sunscreen and
a lunch. Sandwiches are available for purchase. A word to the
wise: Bring a sweater AND a jacket, just in case (hoodies are
ideal to keep your ears warm).
ELKHORN SLOUGH SAFARI
8022 Moss Landing Road
Moss Landing, CA 95039
831.633.5555 | www.elkhornslough.com
$32; children $24
When you’re this close to California’s largest wetlands, why not
get even closer to the more than 200 species of seabird out
there in the Slough? Take a guided tour with the family on a 27foot pontoon boat and watch nesting birds, otters and seals in
this amazing estuary. It was selected one of “10 Great Places in
America to See Wildlife” by USA weekend magazine.
CARBONE’S $$
214 Lighthouse Ave
Monterey, CA 93940
831.643.9169
Looking for a friendly neighborhood bar with character? Stop
in and meet owner Sal Carbone, one of the nicest bartenders
you’ll ever meet. The locals appreciate Carbone’s for its pool
table, dart boards, foosball table, occasional live bands and
the large patio with a natural gas fire pit. You’ll only find chips,
Cheez-Its and pretzels to eat, but you’re welcome to bring food
in. In fact, you can even cook out on the barbecue out back!
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There are also rotating drink specials. Carbone’s doesn’t have
a website, but check here to find out the specials. http://www.
socialwave.net/mp/385/coupons/?&wp=1
ADVENTURES BY THE SEA
201 Alvarado St. (Next to the Portola Plaza Hotel)
Monterey, CA 93940
831.372.1807 | www.adventuresbythesea.com
There are several bike and kayak rental businesses in the area,
but Adventures by the Sea gets consistently high ratings and
the rental prices are the best available. All you have to do is
show up; they’ll provide all the necessary gear. Sign up for the
docent-lead kayak tour for a fascinating insight into the amazing
marine sanctuary ($50 for two hours) or paddle around on your
own ($30). If you don’t want to test out your sea legs, take in the
gorgeous views from a bike on the recreation trail, beginning in
Monterey along the coastline, heading up to Lover’s Point and
along 17-Mile Drive to Del Monte Forest. Don’t forget lunch —
picnicking spots abound. Bikes: $7 per hour, $20 half-day, or
$25 all day. Small surrey, $20 per hour; large 4-6 person surrey
$30 per hour. Helmets and locks are included.
WINE TROLLEY TOURS OF MONTEREY
Monterey
831.624.1700 | www.toursmonterey.com
Leave the driving to the conductor, enjoy the sights, and taste
the finest fruit off the vine that Carmel Valley has to offer. You’ll
stop at Ventana Vineyards, Bernardus, Heller Estate, Parsonage
Vineyards, Chateau Sinnet, Boekenoogen Winery and Boete
Winery . Box lunches are available. $54 covers the guided tour
and tasting fee at one winery. The deluxe package, $195 for two
people or $380 for four, covers the wine tasting fees at all five
venues, a select bottle of wine, souvenir glasses and a deluxe
cheese platter. Tours are Monday through Sunday, 11 a.m. - 4 p.m.
GOLF
PEBBLE BEACH GOLF LINKS
17-Mile Drive
Pebble Beach, CA 93953
800.654.9300 | www.pebblebeach.com
$495
This course is Golf Digest’s No. 1 on “America’s 100 Greatest
Public Courses” for 2010, and it was the site of the recent U.S.
Open Championships. Jack Nicklaus says if he had one more
round of golf to play, he’d “play it at Pebble Beach. It’s possibly
the best in the world.” The par-5, 548-yard 18th hole is considered the best finishing hole in golf. But if you’re going to play
here, better get your game on before or after Sunday, Aug 15.
They’re closing it for some car thing.
SPYGLASS HILL GOLF CLUB
Stevenson Drive and Spyglass Hill Road
Pebble Beach, CA 93953
800.654.9300 | www.pebblebeach.com
$350
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Spyglass Hill was ranked No. 11 on “America’s 100 Greatest
Public Courses” list by Golf Digest in 2010. This course is like
Jekyll and Hyde; the first five holes force you to pick your way
through sandy seaside dunes, while the rest of the course is
through thick forest – and virtually every hole is uphill. “Black
Dog,” the legendary 16th hole, is considered the toughest on
the PGA tour.
THE LINKS AT SPANISH BAY
2700 17-Mile Drive
Pebble Beach, CA 93953
800.654.9300 | www.pebblebeach.com
$260, Par 72
This is a true links course in the centuries-old Scottish tradition;
“links,” a Scottish term, refers to a windswept, sandy, scrubby
terrain near the sea. The only place to find a more authentic
links course is to head to St. Andrews.
DEL MONTE GOLF COURSE
1300 Sylvan Road
Monterey, CA 93940
831.373.2700 | www.pebblebeach.com
$110, Par 72
Challenging golfers since 1897, Del Monte is the oldest golf
course in continuous op¬eration west of the Mississippi. This
well-bun¬kered course, lined with coastal oaks and cypress,
is one of three courses of the Pebble Beach Invitational. The
challenging triple-tiered seventh hole, played uphill, might have
some tantrum-prone golfers chucking their clubs.
MONTEREY AT A GLANCE
THE CONCOURS
AUTOMOTIVE ART, COLLECTIBLES, BOOKS
AND LITERATURE
CONCORSO ITALIANO
Friday, August 13, 2010
AUTOMOBILIA MONTEREY
Tuesday, August 10 and Wednesday, August 11, 2010
THE QUAIL, A MOTORSPORTS GATHERING
Friday, August 13,2010
PEBBLE BEACH RETRO AUTO
Friday, August 13 through Sunday, August 15, 2010
THE PEBBLE BEACH CONCOURS D’ELEGANCE
Sunday, August 15, 2010
AUTOMOTIVE FINE ART EXHIBITION
Sunday, August 15, 2010
THE AUCTIONS AND EXPOSITIONS
BONHAMS & BUTTERFIELDS
Thursday, August 12 through Friday August 13, 2010
MECUM AT MONTEREY
Friday, August 13 through Saturday August 14, 2010
RUSSO & STEELE
Thursday, August 12 through Saturday, August 14, 2010
RM AUCTIONS SPORTS & CLASSICS OF MONTEREY
Thursday, August 12 through Saturday, August 14, 2010
GOODING & COMPANY
Saturday, August 14 and Sunday, August 15, 2010
VINTAGE RACING
ROLEX MONTEREY MOTORSPORTS REUNION
Friday, August 13 through Sunday, August 15, 2010
VINTAGE TOURS/RALLYS
PEBBLE BEACH TOUR D’ELEGANCE
Thursday, August 12, 2010 – 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.
PACIFIC GROVE CONCOURS AUTO RALLY
Friday, August 13, 2010
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
CARMEL VALLEY GOLF RESORT
One Old Ranch Road
Carmel, CA 93923
831.625.9500 | www.CarmelValleyRanch.com
$95-105, Par 70
The Carmel Valley Golf Resort is on the sunny side of the
Monterey Peninsula. The rolling fairways now feature enlarged
greens and augmented tee boxes thanks to a recent renovation.
This short but fun course, designed by Pete Dye, is very hilly on
the back nine. Enjoy the challenging terrain, beautiful scenery
and plentiful wildlife.
PASATIEMPO GOLF CLUB
20 Clubhouse Rd
Santa Cruz, CA 95060
800.950.7888 | www.pasatiempo.com
$200, Par 70
While designer Alistar MacKenzie is most famous for Augusta
and the exclusive Cypress Point, he lived just off Pasatiempo’s
sixth fairway, and had his ashes sprinkled here. That should tell
you something. They just finished a 10-year restoration clearing
encroaching trees and putting bunkers back where MacKenzie
originally designed them. This course tops Golf Digest Senior
Editor Matt Ginella’s short list of favorite courses; he calls it “the
course I can’t wait to play again.”
CONCORSO ITALIANO
KRUSE AUCTIONS
COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
OF THE MONTEREY
PENINSULA
PACIFIC GROVE CONCOURS AUTO RALLY
RUSSO &
STEELE
MONTEREY SPORTS & CLASSIC CAR AUCTION - RM
MONTEREY BAY URGENT CARE
AUTOMOBILIA MONTEREY
218
GOODING & CO.
COMMUNITY HOSPITAL OF
THE MONTEREY PENINSULA
BLACKHAWK EXPOSITION
PEBBLE BEACH RETRO AUTO
23625 Holman Hwy
Monterey, CA 93942
ROLEX MONTEREY
MOTORSPORTS
REUNION
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URGENT CARE
MEDICAL CENTER
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245 Washington Street
Monterey, CA 93940
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