Salad Shoppe
1138 S. Main St., Salinas, (831) 422‑9600, saladshoppe.com
Less than a mile from Steinbeck’s boyhood school, you can now find the best salad in Monterey County. Aptly named Salad Shoppe, the South Salinas mainstay continues to set the standard when it comes to salad bars. With over 60 fresh ingredients available on a do‑it‑yourself buffet, it’s no wonder that Salad Shoppe has occupied the same space since 1986. With a bustling lunch crowd and steady stream of online orders, this hub of fresh and healthy greens is a Steinbeck Country favorite in the heart of the Salad Bowl of the World.