Best Piano Bar

Sardine Factory

701 Wave St., Monterey CA 93940

The Sardine Factory’s lounge offers a classic piano bar experience, pairing handcrafted cocktails and elevated bar bites with live piano music in a warm, fireplace-lit setting. Guests can relax at the bar or in lounge seating while enjoying a rotating selection of standards and favorites played throughout the evening.

With its inviting atmosphere, consistent live entertainment, and long-standing place in Monterey’s dining and nightlife scene, The Sardine Factory has earned the 2024 Monterey Bay Stars Award for Best Piano Bar.