London Bridge Pub
256 Figueroa St., Wharf #2, Monterey (831) 372-0581, lbpmonterey.com
Before Americans beat the Brits to the moon, they beat us to the sea—and the timeless culinary tradition of fish ‘n’ chips, honored in pubs across America. In Monterey County, no one does it better than London Bridge. Manager Melissa Montana credits the beer batter, which produces a light crunch without gobs of grease. The hefty hunks of Icelandic cod manage to be tender and flaky, but not mushy. The English-style “chips”—big, crispy steak fries, served with a side of house-made coleslaw—are bloody cracking. You and your mates will be chuffed!