The Bench Menu

Welcome to The Bench, a remarkable American restaurant nestled in the stunning Pebble Beach area. Located at 1700 17 Mile Dr, this gem offers breathtaking views of golf greens, iconic landmarks, and the Pacific Ocean. As you step inside, the atmosphere strikes a perfect balance between casual comfort and upscale elegance.

The menu boasts a delightful array of dishes that impress. Highlights include the creamy mac & cheese and the irresistible wood-fired pepperoni pizza, praised for their flavor and quality. For those seeking lighter options, the roasted beets and yellowfin tuna niçoise salad shine brightly, particularly the much-loved soup of the day. Pair these culinary delights with an excellent selection of wines, from crisp Albariño to rich Cabernet Sauvignon, enhancing your dining experience.

With attentive staff and cozy outdoor seating featuring firepits, The Bench ensures an unforgettable visit—a perfect spot for relaxation and enjoyment.

Bench Starters

• House-Made Soup

  chef's seasonal specialty

  US$13.00

• Portobello Mushroom Fries

  Smoked cheddar-Parmesan dip

  US$18.00

• Crispy Falafel "Panzanella"

  Cherry tomatoes, cucumbers, mint, cilantro, lemon vinaigrette

  US$17.00

• Grilled Florentino Cauliflower

  lemon aïoli, calabrian chili oil, pecorino

  US$16.00

• Duck Fat Potatoes

  truffle salt, black pepper

  US$16.00

• Roasted Heirloom Carrots

  whipped feta, guajillo chili dukkah, mint, citrus-jalapeño salsa

  US$15.00

From the Oven

• Spicy Fire Roasted Shrimp*

  calabrian chili, butter, oregano, garlic rubbed ad astra sourdough

  US$26.00

• Fire Roasted Beets

  smoked honey & pickled mustard seed, goat cheese, chives

  US$16.00

• Fire Roasted Brussels Sprouts

  rice wine vinaigrette, garlic, red chilies, sesame, fish sauce, mint, cilantro

  US$17.00

• Bread Balloon

  mediterranean dips, dry herbs

  US$19.00

• Blistered Shishito Peppers

  sea salt, extra virgin olive oil, lemon

  US$17.00

• Bench Mac & Cheese

  fontina cheese, parmesan breadcrumbs

  US$16.00

• Margherita Flatbread

  san marzano tomatoes, belfiore mozzarella, parmesan, basil

  US$25.00

• Organic Mushroom Flatbread

  triple cream brie, goat cheese, sherry vinegar

  US$26.00

• Candied Bakers Bacon & Fig Mostarda Flatbread

  bleu cheese, fennel, pickled fresno chili, parmesan cream, chives

  US$26.00

• Spicy Pepperoni Flatbread

  calabrian chili oil, dry oregano, belfiore mozzarella, parmesan

  US$25.00

Salads

• Charred Avocado

  arugula, corn, ricotta salata, radish, citrus, jalapeño agave

  US$17.00

• Butter Lettuce

  creamy tarragon dressing, herbed breadcrumbs, pecorino

  US$17.00

• Red Pear Carpaccio

  cider charred chicories, spiced pepitas, ricotta salata, balsamic-honey coral

  US$18.00

• County Line Garden Lettuce

  shaved fennel, avocado, laura chenel's chèvre, spiced pepitas, fuji apple, buttermilk-dill dressing

  US$18.00

Mains

• Tortiglioni Bolognese

  hearty veal & pork sauce, pecorino cheese

  US$34.00

• Steamed Mussels*

  kaffir lime, green coconut curry, ginger, lemongrass, ad astra sourdough

  US$35.00

• Roasted Beet Risotto

  charred maitake, zhoug, crispy leeks

  US$26.00

• Porchetta Sandwich

  black garlic aioli, arugula, zhoug, pickled onion, ciabatta

  US$26.00

• Fried Chicken Sandwich

  cabbage slaw, yuzu aïoli, butter pickles, salt & pepper fries

  US$26.00

• Korean Style Brisket Sandwich

  marinated brisket, carrot slaw, lafayette baguette, togarashi fries

  US$27.00

• Cauliflower Shawarma Sandwich

  house naan, labne, spicy tahini, pepitas, pickled red onions & fresnos, county line lettuce, salt & pepper fries

  US$24.00

• The Bench Burger*

  half pound, smoked cheddar, house sauce, salt & pepper fries

  US$27.00

• BLT Salad

  bench bacon, farm fresh egg, avocado, rustic croutons, grilled red onion, creamy shallot dressing

  US$25.00

• California Chopped Salad*

  US$18.00

Dessert

• Save Some Room for Dessert

Crafted Cocktails

• Bench Warmer

  milagro reposado, ancho reyes, chipotle sour, agave, lime juice

  US$16.00

• Thai One On

  bison grass vodka, thai-basil purée, fresh basil, cucumber, ginger syrup

  US$16.00

• Spice Spice Baby

  tito's vodka, pumpkin spice syrup, ginger beer, whiskey barrel bitters, lime

  US$17.00

• PB Manhattan

  knob creek pb single barrel select, averna, dolin, whiskey barrel bitters

  US$24.00

• Shoot for the Stars

  butterfly pea tea infused tanqueray, mint syrup, lime acid, cocktail sparkle

  US$17.00

• Autumn Blooms

  prosecco, yuzu sour, peach, honey, half sugar rim, edible bloom

  US$17.00

• Getting Figgy with It

  amaras cupreata mezcal, fig syrup, whiskey barrel bitters, orange bitters

  US$20.00

• Lavender Lemon Drop

  new amsterdam, lavender syrup, lemon, sugar rim

  US$16.00

• Yuzu Discretion

  bulleit rye, yuzu sour, lime, bitters, splash ginger beer, lemon twist

  US$17.00

• La Pera

  espolon reposado, st. germain elderflower, pear purée, agave syrup, sage

  US$17.00

• Bench High Baller

  johnny walker red label, cinnamon anise syrup, topo chico, lemon juice

  US$16.00

• Smokin' Mary

  new Amsterdam vodka, hickory smoked worcestershire, bench spicy mary mix

  US$16.00

• Scratch Golfer Margarita

  milagro reposado, lime, triple sec, agave

  US$16.00

Champagne-Sparkling

• Champagne, Nicolas Feuillatte, Brut, Blue Label, France NV

  US$25.00

• Sparkling, Pebble Beach Occasions, Brut, Anderson Valley NV

  US$18.00

• Prosecco, Bisol, Valdobbiadene Superiore-Brut, Crede, Italy NV

  US$14.00

• Cremant d'Alsace, Lucien Albrecht, Rosé, France NV

  US$15.00

Whites-Rosé

• Chardonnay, Rombauer, Carneros 2020

  US$26.00

• Albariño, Val de Meigas, Rías Baixas 2021

  US$15.00

• Sancerre, Château la Rabotine, France 2022

  US$22.00

• Rosé, Château de Peyrassol, La Croix des Templiers, Côtes de Provence FR 2021

  US$14.00

Red

• Cabernet Sauvignon, Vineyard 29, Cru, Napa Valley 2019

  US$30.00

• Pinot Noir, Windy Oaks, Terra Narro, Santa Cruz Mountains 2019

  US$15.00

• Chianti Classico, Poggio Scalette, Sangiovese, Italy 2021

  US$15.00

• Nerello Mascalese, Pietradolce, Etna Rosso, Sicily 2020

  US$16.00

Draft Beer

• Stella Artois

• Firestone Walker, 805, Blonde Ale

• Alvarado Street Brewing, Pebble Pale Ale, Nelson Extra Pale Ale

• Sierra Nevada Hazy IPA

• Alvarado Street Brewing, Mai Tai, West Coast IPA

• Anderson Valley, Boont, Amber Ale

• Guinnes

• Delirium Tremens Belgian Strong Ale

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