Honestly, don't keep reading reviews - Just make a reservation here. Service, food and ambiance is perfect. Small enough inside but not too small. We had the Ribeye and it was the best I've had in a very long time. Potatoes everyone talks about are perfect with it. Salad was dressed perfectly. Bottom line, they nailed it. read more

Late review for this amazing find in Cambria! We ordered the Eggplant Cassoulet from the House Suppers menu, which serves two and came with a salad and grilled sourdough bread. We also shared the Pork Meatballs from the For the Table menu. Everything we ordered was delicious, and the entire meal was fantastic. The service was on point as well--our server checked on us regularly without being overbearing and was friendly, attentive, and helpful throughout our visit. This place is definitely a must-visit if you're looking for a great meal paired with excellent service! read more

Brydge Restaurant - Sign in front of the restaurant - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Cambria, California

We had a 1:45 PM lunch reservation for 3. They took 15 min to seat us and then another 15 min to give us the menu. We ordered right away 2 large dishes - eggplant cassoulet and butterflight. No food showed up for next 30 minutes while those who ordered later kept getting their dishes. We eventually cancelled and left hungry for another restaurant in the neighborhood. They should not take reservations if they don't have the capacity or need to let diners know what to expect if they are running behind. read more

"Did you take me to eat at someone's house?" Was essentially the atmosphere of the restaurant. On the outside, it looks like a house, and the inside looks like it was converted into a dining establishment. Tables lined the inside of what was a living room or bed room. Seating is also available outside in the back yard. Parking is next to the house, but there's limited spaces. Staff was friendly and attentive. The menu was concise and a one pager. The food was delicious, but we needed a bigger table. We ended up putting things askew or our water containers on the bench we sat on. The wait wasn't too long depending on what time you come. It doesn't seem like there's a hostess who stands at the door, but you'll eventually catch the attention of someone. The delicious food would be a reason to come again. read more

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Had lunch with my Wife during her birthday weekend in Cambria and discovered this amazing little restaurant. The food was fantastic, great service in a quaint little house converted into restaurant! Definitely coming back for dinner! read more

Brydge Restaurant - Delicious Wagyu Burger! - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Cambria, California

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Brydge Restaurant elevates the farm to table concept and offers a meticulously curated menu that will leave you beyond pleased. The Red Beets,Pluots, Oranges & Chèvre small plate was a perfect marriage of ingredients, making it my favorite dish. My burger loving son was fully satisfied with his perfectly grilled burger. And because we are suckers for classic simplicity, we also ordered the grilled cheese and it was the perfect balance of a crispy exterior and cheesy molten interior. Ambience was lovely and cozy and the service lived up the quality of the food. Well done Brydge, you have won us over! read more

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Very good - no way to do 4.5. Had some great wines and then Tapas! Mushrooms were the highlight for us! Pork Meatballs good as well as bread with compounded butters. Steelhead trout was outstanding. Shrimp sadly arrived way late - nearly a half hour after everything else and wasn't worth the wait: cooked perfectly, but under seasoned. Service top notch. read more

Food was great! But small portions for the price. Easy to share small plates but there's also a dinner for two option. Service was good, waitress was nice, although we did receive one plate we did not order. Ambiance overall was good. I would come back :) read more

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Perfect road trip lunch spot! Driving back to LA from Big Sur we were treated to the most amazing lunch at Brydge Restaurant! From the first moment we walked into this stunning 1880's vibey farmhouse, turned eclectic restaurant, we were in love. A carefully curated wine menu featured some regional gems and the effervescent bubbles set the stage for a patio atmosphere teeming with life. We ordered the peas and carrots, beet salad and burger. Each dish was incredibly nuanced and tasteful. Excellent portion sizes and organic produce highlighted the quality and attention to detail of each dish. Would highly recommend each of the options we chose, but the menu is seasonal and ever-changing so your mileage may vary! Throughout the entire experience, from being greeted by sever to the chef stopping by by our table, we felt completely taken care of. The level of attention to details highlights the love present here at Brydge Restaurant. We will be making this a regular stop on our Highway 1 road trips! read more

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Such a special place! It was our second time dining there and first time for dinner. We made a 5pm reservation for Saturday and it was already pretty full. We chose from the eclectic small plates menu--dolmas, Nantes carrots, mushrooms over polenta and a "butter flight" served with delicious bread (we loved that we could get gluten free options!). The food is simple yet exceptional. The preparation allows the ingredients to shine. Our server was warm, relaxed yet attentive without hovering. The restaurant is off the main road, in a house which was tastefully repurposed as a restaurant. Nice music, easy to talk and relax. We remember a beautiful back patio dining from our last visit. The dark chocolate pudding was to die for. We drove an hour each way to and from where we were staying and it was absolutely worth it! We will be back. read more

We had eggplant cassoulet (a word I didn't know and will think I've never seen the next time I see it), salad, and chocolate mousse. Everything was promo!! The server was friendly and professional and the owner/cook brought our food out. The little converted house that is the restaurant is a perfect setting. And they were kind enough to get us in without a reservation. Loved it!! read more

Brydge Restaurant - Eggplant and salad. - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Cambria, California

Had a wonderful experience at Brydge Restaurant. The food was delicious, the mushrooms were flavorful, and the bread was unbelievably good. The atmosphere felt warm and cozy. Special thanks to Maya for her kind and attentive service, she really made us feel welcome. Would definitely come back! read more

While staying at a nearby hotel with family, we found this resteraunt on Yelp and were pleasantly surprised! The place is a lot smaller than we expected but when walking in it was the most adorable quaint place you have ever seen. It was a home built in the 1800's that they turned into a resteraunt and we were all in love with the atmosphere. For food we ordered the reuben special sandwich, prime ribeye, and classic cheeseburger. The cheeseburger was very good and the bun was soft but crispy. The patty was very thick and cooked perfectly. The ribeye was a little on the smaller side but was so tender and juicy with butter and rosemary. And the reuben is a must try in sourdough bread! Overall the experience was a 10/10 and the server was a wonderful lady who answered all our questions and was very kind. read more

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We came to celebrate my wife's big birthday and ended up having one of the most memorable dining experiences we've had in a long time--thanks entirely to Maya! To put things in perspective, our group was... not easy. Six adults, seven kids (including a toddler), lots of energy, noise, and the kind of chaos that usually makes restaurants uneasy. On top of that, we had vegan considerations in the mix. It could have gone sideways quickly. But Maya didn't just "handle it"--she elevated the entire experience. From the moment we arrived, she made us feel completely at ease. Not once did we feel like we were a burden. Instead, it felt like we were being welcomed into someone's home. She managed everything seamlessly--taking the reservation, guiding us through the menu, coordinating orders, serving, and somehow keeping the entire room balanced without ever making us or other guests feel uncomfortable. What stood out most was her awareness and care. You could tell she was actively managing the room, making subtle adjustments so everyone--us and the surrounding tables--could enjoy their time. And she did it with patience, warmth, and professionalism that's honestly rare to find. Maya wasn't just a server--she was a guide. She read the room, adapted, and created an experience that felt personal and genuine. If more people in the restaurant industry approached hospitality the way she does, dining out would feel very different. Thank you, Maya. You made a special night even more meaningful. read more

My husband and I came to Cambria to celebrate our 3 year anniversary. We came in for a late lunch/early dinner on a whim, after my husband found this place on yelp. We were kindly greeted and seated promptly. We ordered a few smaller plates- a beet salad and shrimp dish first and then a chicken dinner for two. Everything was delicious, clean and created with care! This was by far the best meal I've had in cambria thus far! read more

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The pastrami sandwich is a MUST if you are there for lunch! Great spot in a beautiful historic home. read more

Brydge Restaurant - Pastrami Sandwich - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Cambria, California

We just finished one of the best meals I've ever had. Brydge is not to be missed if you are anywhere near Cambria...even if you aren't nearby, just get there. From beginning to end, the service was incredible. We were seated by a friendly young man and informed him we were very "hangry." Our server Trisha was amazing. Great service with a great personality. Lavender lemonade, Beet salad, wagu rib eye steak, golden potatoes with in house aioli, an eggplant dish smothered in the most delicious cheese/sauce combo and breadcrumbs, focaccia bread The perfect ending was a chocolate pudding reminiscent of my favorite chocolate mousse, spumoni gelato and French pressed coffee. We will be back! read more

Brydge Restaurant is a local spot in Cambria. It's right off the main road but one of the best spots for a farm to table meal. The plates are definitely shareable and I highly recommend the meatballs and beet salad! They were both packed with flavor and neither felt heavy. The staff were also super helpful with recommendations and the outside seating is an added bonus to a great atmosphere. Next time you are visiting or passing through Cambria, Brydge Restaurant is the spot to go! read more

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Wow! Although service was attentive and the ambiance was inviting, this place is a big miss. Charging +$20 for items like hot dogs, pastrami, grilled cheese and burgers is ridiculous. Worst, the portion for our $26 pastrami sandwich was equal to a half sandwich. Quality was poor as well, although our beet/mandarin salad was better than the pastrami . I understand that Cambria is a bit of a tourist trap, but the owner and/or chef here are shameless with their menu pricing. Do yourself a favor and avoid this place read more

Brydge is an absolute gem ! It's a quaint and cozy converted home located off of one of the main streets in downtown Cambria. It's intimate & small with devoted service. We enjoyed it so much, We ate there twice and ordered the same thing on each of our visits. They use fresh local produce, and have seasonal menus. We started with the Dolmas , which are a stuffed grape leaf filled with a delightful & fresh filling served over a yogurt tzatziki sauce & topped with zaatar. As a side, we ordered the mushrooms which were an insane blend of king mushrooms, trumpets , Cremini's, oysters, shiitake, etc. all topped with a bit of cheese and toasted breadcrumbs under the broiler. All I can say is OMG. The best! The Supper for two is served family style and is a very affordable option. We opted for the eggplant Parmesan, which was served with a tender nicely, dressed green salad, and their fresh pinsa bread. We asked for one of their flavored butters, which was absolutely divine.. I normally would never order a stuffed eggplant dish unless I was in an Italian restaurant, but this was so wonderful! They have a small but limited wine list which features many wines from the local wine region of Paso Robles. We loved the Grenache with the above pairing. Be sure to make a reservation as they do get quite busy on the weekends and due to the nature of their small size. Enjoy! read more

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Brydge Restaurant - Cambria's Hidden Gem Balancing Farm, Flavor, and Flair: Somewhere between the misty pines and the gentle lull of the Cambria coast, there's a little culinary secret tucked inside what looks like an old house stripped down to its bones. No stucco. No pretense. Just exposed wooden panels, thin air, and blankets draped over chairs because--well--there's no insulation and they're thoughtful like that. Welcome to Brydge Restaurant, where warmth is served as generously as the butter. And let's start there: the butter. Not one. Not two. But a flight of butters--each one a small edible poem. Classic creamy. Anchovy-infused (trust me, it works). And a sweet butter that practically winks at you. Spread them on soft, almost naan-like bread--light, tender, with just enough chew--and suddenly you understand what hospitality should taste like. Crystal rock salt sparkles across the top like culinary jewelry, a reminder that details matter here. We kicked off with a salad so fresh I half expected the radishes to blink. But it wasn't just freshness--it was thoughtfulness. The radishes weren't hacked into oblivion but lovingly carved into little curved scoops. Texture, flavor, shape--it all sang in harmony. Every bite felt like the chef actually cared. Because they did. Then came the potatoes: buttery, golden, with a kind of richness that's more comfort than calories. The kind you imagine your imaginary French grandmother might make. And the polenta? Tender, soft but holding its shape, dusted with shaved Parmesan that added just the right salty snap. Now, let's talk about the Philly cheesesteak--but this isn't your typical greasy gut bomb. This is Cambria's coastal chic cousin: thin-sliced Wagyu beef, grilled to juicy perfection, and cradled in bread so beautifully toasted it made the angels weep. No grease. No oil slick. Just clean, rich flavor with onions so caramelized and reduced they practically melted before they hit your tongue. Every detail at Brydge Restaurant seems to be tuned to the same frequency: earthy elegance. The tin plates--yes, tin--felt intentional, sitting lightly on rustic wood tables, creating a kind of farmhouse luxury that's rare these days. Even the glasses--thin, fatigued, slightly whimsical--added to the layered experience. And when the lavender Meyer lemonade hit the table? Pure sunshine. You could taste the hand-squeezed lemons, the delicate lavender--no syrups, no shortcuts. Just honest-to-goodness flavor. The mushrooms were another surprise: hearty, meaty, packed with umami and cooked until just the right moment. It's the kind of thing you don't think to order but are so glad you did. And that's the magic of Brydge--nothing here is just okay. Everything has a little twist, a little "wow," without ever shouting about it. Service? Spot-on. Present when you needed them, invisible when you didn't. No interruptions. No awkward hovering. Just genuine, warm hospitality that reflects the soul of this sweet little Cambrian town. In short: Brydge Restaurant deserves a spot on the Michelin Guide. It's that good. Farm-to-table without the fanfare. Comfort food with culinary brains. And above all, a dining experience that feels like home--if home happened to have a seriously talented chef in the kitchen. read more

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Brydge was a fun addition to our eats while in Cambria. The flavors of all the foods are unique. Loved the burger and lavendar carrots. Quaint patio, a perfect spot for lunch. Highly recommend! read more

Brydge Restaurant - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Cambria, California

I really liked the idea of this place prior to making reservations - interesting menu, cute and cozy on the inside. This place has potential. They could do well to hire additional help. After the recommendations from some people, our 1st impressions were a bit of a let down - they didn't have a handle on their reservation system and made us felt like a burden even after showing an email confirmation from Tock. "We don't see you, but can accommodate you."....I suppose that it was a good thing that we showed up a bit early... ok.. later, they found our reservation and admitted to looking at the wrong date. Anyways, throughout dinner service, there were only two people managing the entire dining room. Food took a while to come out, but at least we had a bottle of wine to keep us company while watching the two people run around like chickens with their head cut off. We tried their eggplant cassoulet which was good. I did eye the ribeye at another table and that thing looked huge. I would have gotten that if we had not just had a monster ribeye at another restaurant the night before. The polenta is a must get - rich and tasty. Portions here were huge. Overall, it was an ok experience. read more

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I'm shocked!!! Ok maybe that's an exaggeration. We have owned a vacation home in Cambria for 5 years and I can't say that there are many places I would recommend. But I don't think I've had a better dinner anywhere in a long time. The ribeye my wife and I shared was perfect (I recommend the blue cheese) my wife ordered the golden potatoes, excellent! I'm a pistachio fan and while I prefer it with real nuts the pistachio gelato had crystals in it and a nice serving. I've had 2 people tell me they liked this place don't know why i didn't listen to them till now. I guess you now know my recommendation. Go there! PS. It's in a cute little house on bridge street. read more

This was one of the best meals of my life! The crazy amount of love and attention-to-detail they put into their food is amazing. I can't remember what exactly we ate (we were there in Feb '25) but we ordered half the menu for dinner with some local wine and we cannot WAIT to go back in a couple of months! Looooved The Brydge! We will be back soon ;) read more

We loved the eggplant dish, simple salad and delicious Roman grilled bread. The chocolate pudding was the perfect ending to an excellent meal. Loved the atmosphere in the house but it gets really loud so next time I would sit outside. I'm obsessed with the farm to fork concept. I love eating fresh, organic foods that make you feel good. read more

Top line: Brydge is underwhelming from start to finish given how much they charge. Go to Robin's instead. We stopped in on a Saturday for dinner. The service was forced and distance. Staff seemed very overwhelmed. She couldn't explain the wine list, I.e there were some interesting reds that were on the "sparkling list" that she told me were not sparking and when I pointed out the list of three wines under "sparkling" on her own restaurants wine menu she was still confused and then didn't offer to go figure it out. The menu, at first glance, has the infrastructure of a worthwhile, interesting meal but the execution, unfortunately, leaves you feeling like you got taken and might develop hypertension from the tremendous amount of salt. Our drinks (red wine and champagne) were brought in water glasses. I almost got up and left, but I decided to keep going. The Persian cucumber salad (pesto, kale + peppers included) which fit on a small bread plate for $17 was so salty we almost couldn't eat it. Clumps of pesto stuck in the crevices of the kale which was served as a butchered single leaf mixed in between ribbons of cucumber. The tough ends of the cucumber was nestled into the dish. We tried to cut the kale up into small chucks so it would distribute the salty pesto into the dish. No luck. The "pork meatballs" come in three and were tough ( should really be called sausages). $18. It took 1.5 hrs to get two drinks and three small plates. Our server never came back to ask how anything was. I stopped the only employee we saw who was running food to tables and let them know what needed improvement and that we needed our check. The response was "thanks for those notes". We left hungry and $90 lighter. read more

Brydge Restaurant - $16 Champagne served in a water glass - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Cambria, California

This restaurant is a Star. It's off the main drag in Cambria but well worth it. Delicious, fresh and innovative dishes. My daughter and I split sole, mushroom polenta, beet salad and cannolis. It was awesome. I was impressed. read more

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Amazing! Amazing! Amazing! I'm not gonna bore you with my story. Let's just talk about how good the food and service is here. My husband and I shared the rib eye and it was perfect! Perfectly seasoned and perfectly cooked. We also had the butter trio, highly recommend. As for ambience the place is a stunning little house built in 1877. The walls and floors are all original wood. And if you're into the paranormal you may feel a little something here. The staff is so warm and welcoming and they were more than happy to talk about their resident ghost. If I could've I would've stayed and just hung out with the staff. But they had to work ‍ Brydge is also pet friendly. Thank you for a wonderful meal, cozy atmosphere and great vibe. read more

Complete and utter 10/10. Delphine was our waitstaff, she was amazing, attentive and made or meal 12/10. The restaurant is in an old house built in 1877 with redwood walls. It's so quaint. Now for the food: incredible! We ordered polenta with the heirloom mushroom medley - TO DIE FOR. Prime ribeye was so flavorful, like a party in your mouth. The quality of cut, the rosemary & butter, cooked to perfection. Highly recommend. There is an understated elegance here. Memorable. read more

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This place is great for an intimate dinner. It's set in a cozy house that was built in the late 1800s. They have local art work adorning the walls and the staff are so friendly. Our servers name was Delphina I believe, wonderful woman, she told us a little about the house that the restaurant is in. My mom and I ordered the butter flight, the garlic shrimp with polenta and the beet salad. Everything was absolutely delicious. My favorite was the beet salad. It had beets, pistachios, chèvre, endive and an other greens. It was delicious. The butter flight had three butters, lavender, sardine and grass fed Irish. I enjoyed the lavender and sardine but my favorite was the Irish butter. It came with pinsa bread which is similar to focaccia but not as greasy. It's soooo good. The garlic shrimp on polenta was also good but I want to warn people of the spice level. It is a tiny bit spicy because of the Calabrian chili that's in it. The flavor is fabulous but if you are sensitive to spicy food, maybe let them know that you want to skip that ingredient, they seem to be very accommodating. We didn't have room for dessert but they do have two. One is the dark chocolate pudding which is similar to ganache and a pistachio gelato. If you havnt tried Brydge Restaurant out yet please do, your tastebuds will thank you. read more

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Omg. Been coming up to the area for years and wanted to try something differnt...thus my review. This place was beyond great! Starting with our server that I cant say enough good things about..Delphina (sp?). She helped recommend us putting together a nice meal. Started out with the carrots and the polenta. Both SO good. We each had the burger..probably the best most flavorful burger I ever had...and the potatoes with aoli which I used on my burger..the entire meal was fantastic. If you've been coming to Cambria and never tried this place...check it out. Btw..its also in a little house which I loved. Delphina..if you read this. You were such a blessing to us last night..THANKS!!! read more

Best dine in restaurant in Cambria. Absolutely delicious tapas style plates. We had beets with greens and chèvre, polenta, and the half chicken. The place is a house that is actually a historic landmark. Great service and atmosphere for a romantic date. Desert was only okay. read more

House supper Wagyu Ribeye for 2 was way over priced for the small amt. of beef that we got on our plates. The outdoor dining area is dog friendly but felt like being shuffled into a dimly lit back alley. It got cold once it was nightfall. Interior dining appears much more warm and well lit vs. the exterior. Don't recommend sitting outside. And don't bother sharing the Wagyu Ribeye or be smart and ask how many ounces of beef each person will have on their individual plate. I regret I did not ask that earlier. Wish I got the burger instead. read more

Michelin prices for good but not Michelin quality food, at least for dinner. Lunch is the way to go if money is any consideration. We did a supper meal on a Saturday night and a couple apps. Service was at best decent. read more

What an incredible little jewel of a restaurant we stumbled on during a brief stop in Cambria. Dog friendly patio seating, we enjoyed a late lunch that included sharing of plates of scrumptious food. We were well taken care of by Elaine and really had a wow experience here! The bread with the butter flight was SO good, apparently imported from Italy this dish a MUST if you are a butter fiend like we are. My personal second favorite were the carrots. This quaint restaurant is located in a historic house, and lived up to every rave review I saw. read more

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I love farm to table restaurants and after all the glowing reviews I had really high hopes for The Brydge. The ambiance was great, we were seated in a cozy room that even had rolled up blankets for the bench seating. We also had fantastic service, with great wine recommendations. Unfortunately the food fell short for all 4 of us. Maybe we came on a bad night but the food was really lacking in flavor and taste. It was quite pricey for a meal that no one particularly enjoyed unfortunately. read more

Brydge Restaurant - Tapas/Small Plates Near Me - Cambria, California

What a gem in Cambria! Incredible meal, great ambiance and exceptional service! Get the chocolate pudding.

For our last night in Cambria we got a reservation at Brydge. When we walked into the historic home that houses the restaurant we found something really special. The restaurant was gently lit with understated paintings hanging on exposed wooden walls. There were even blankets piled in a corner in case you were cold and needed to bundle up for your meal. The whole place had a vibe like you were visiting a familiar and unassuming home (Maybe this is what it's like to visit home if your parents are interesting artists and good cooks?!). We ordered the steak dinner and the olive oil potatoes. Everything was straightforward, unpretentious, and very well prepared. The steak was generously portioned for two hungry guests, with a beautiful burnished crust, topped with butter and flaky salt. While obivously the center of the meal, it didn't outshine the simply dressed salad and charred flat bread accompanying it. Even the long spicy and sweet peppers accompanying the steak were remarkable in their own way, and excellent with the crisp potatoes or smashed into some butter on flat bread. The service was fast and helpful. Perhaps most noteworthy, we didn't feel pressured to buy more or go for the upgrades in an industry facing brutally thin margins. Instead, our server seemed to radiate the same vibe of quiet welcome pervading Brydge: feed people good food, help them feel welcome, but above all let them enjoy a quiet meal, as if they're somewhere like home. read more

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We dined at Brydge Restaurant for Valentine's Day this year and the food did not disappoint! The smoked Trout appetizer was PHENOMENAL with the lemon ricotta sauce and our shared entree of steak was just as good. It came with a salad and bread and was the perfect amount to share with my guy. The people were so kind and helpful and the seating was cozy and charming with it being in an old historic house. We love love loved this place and would 200% come back!! Make reservations because they book up- but it's so worth the wait! Fantastic food. My only regret is that I didn't take any photos because I was so preset in my dining experience. 10/10! read more