It's definitely illegal, but be discreet and put it in a different container and that's it. Deputies drive up and down beaches. And since we all know that drinking on an empty stomach never ends well, grab a bite to eat at the Paradise Cove Beach Café (located right on the beach) when you're hungry. They are open right on the sand and serve breakfast, lunch and dinner, from eggs and waffles to juicy burgers, fresh seafood, soups, salads and other snacks.
Carmel Beach is a long, white-sand beach that's hard to beat anywhere on California's central coast. If you're in San Diego, the answer is no. The beaches have a strict no-alcohol policy. Many state park beaches also prohibit alcohol, though some will allow you to have a drink.
Now, not all California beaches are the same when it comes to alcohol, so we've created a list of some of the best places along the California coast that allow you to enjoy the drink of your choice (responsibly, of course).
