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    Craft Roots

    4.7 (635 reviews)
    ModerateBars, Vegan, New American
    Open • 12:00 pm - 9:00 PM
    Updated 3 months ago

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    Mocktail
    Dong Wook C.

    4.5 stars. I can see why this place is a neighborhood hangout. Staff are very welcoming. Never had a bad experience here. In addition to the bar, they do have tasty appetizers. Enjoyed their pizza. Lots of patrons coming here to socialize. Really like the friendly ambience. Street parking can be found on Monterey Road or any of the perpendicular streets nearby. There is a parking garage a few feet away as well.

    Thai Peanut Glass Noodles
    Srujan N.

    Had a great lunch experience at Craft Roots over the weekend. We grabbed a table outside since the weather was perfect and really enjoyed the atmosphere. The service was also good. Coming to the food: Thai peanut glass noodles were delicious and packed with veggies. Buffalo cauliflower was disappointing and had a very odd taste.

    "Chronic" Amber ale
    Suki M.

    My original choice for dinner fell through one afternoon after a day at the beach. Yelp to the rescue! After looking up nearby places I chose craft roots. 5 stars I was intrigued, first the old town feel in a very nice area I was seated right away the menu was very extensive and had many choices and all vegan! I ordered a "chicken" sandwich and a beer the sandwich was more like a burger it came with fries & small side salad it was very good and filling. The vibe was absolutely amazing the staff members seemed to be having as much fun as the diners. They had a good mix of people families, large parties and couples they have outside dining as well as inside. You can't go wrong here but since the menu is so big you may have to eat here a few times to find your favorite dish!

    Kale Caesar salad
    Sally B.

    Delicious food, excellent service, nice atmosphere. Beautiful photography prints inside. An all vegan eatery with excellent drink options and a pup-friendly patio, what more could you want? On our way home to the central coast, we finally had a chance to try out this spot that a friend had been raving about on her travels. We were greeted promptly at the door and sat outside with our two dogs. Amanda, our waitress, brought us water and a bowl of iced water for our dogs. Sun was pretty intense on the patio and it was an 85 degree late afternoon; flies were a plenty. Food arrived fresh, hot, and so so good! We ordered buffalo cauliflower bites, Mac and cheese, and a Caesar kale salad. We also ordered two guava cocktails (had just planned for one, but it was perfectly frozen and good flavored) and a root beer float. Ordered dinner & dessert for dinner to go. Staff were attentive, friendly, and overall great experience! Please consider expanding to SLO! We'll be back the next time we pass through MH.

    Pumpkin Fritters
    Gene D.

    This second visit was night and day compared to our first visit. Everything and everyone was on point. Cassidy (sp?) was a pleasure to meet and took great care of us. Our appetizers and entrees arrived in a timely manner and everything tasted great. We will definitely stop by the next time we're in MH!

    Menu - Dec 2025
    Maribel M.

    Returned for lunch after visiting once last year, glad we did! * Parking: Dedicated multi-story lot right around the block, super convenient. * Location: Cozy footprint with indoor & outdoor (sidewalk tables & dedicated alley) seating options! * Staff: Kind, attentive, super-fast. Thank you, Nicki! * Eats: We tried the C.R Burger & Bourbon Bakon Burger - both delicious to the very last bite! * Drinks: Great range of beers on tap, bottles, cocktails, & wine. We had tasty Lager & Pilsner. Tip: Not a vegan or vegetarian? You don't have to be to enjoy Craft Roots' delicious eats - it's super tasty food across the board! We'll definitely be back to try more dishes & drinks.

    Seasonal Harvest Bowl
    Thao V.

    The food is always bomb for a vegetarian place. We are not vegetarians but just love the food and pizza here. They also have CBD drinks on tap. Service is always friendly and fast.

    Chili Cheeze Fries
    Rachelle O.

    The food is so tasty, I came 2 days in a row. Icy was my server. Super nice and explained the menu. And she remembered my name! My favorite was the Japanese Cauliflower. And really, everything was good. 1st day, I had the Japanese cauliflower and teriyaki bowl. 2nd day, I had the chili fries (this sauce is vegan? Yes) and Korean bowl. The owner said hi. He's hard working. Never sat still. He's definitely a working owner. Maybe this is why this restaurant is so good. He talked about the Maitake burger. Will have to try it next time. The dishes were so inviting, I dug in before taking a picture. Apologies. The dish will not look as good. Btw, nice size dishes!

    Christine N.

    This place was so fabulous, so happy our friends found it for lunch. The parking structure was nearby so it was pretty easy. The restaurant was busy, but we didn't have to wait for too long. There seating in the inside and the outside as options. Our waiter and the staff were friendly and really great. The food was absolutely delicious! The pizzas had a nice touch and were flavorful. The appetizers and portions were great. We really enjoyed our fried chicken sandwich. It was super crispy and the flavor with the condiments were great. Absolutely recommend!

    Caesar salad
    Dan T.

    We just hit town and were looking for a nice place for a late lunch and Craft Roots filled the bill. Service was fast and friendly. Lots of beers on tap. I opted for the Pliny the Elder Did I mention this restaurant is Vegan? It is and fantastic. I had the Fiji apple and fig salad and my sweetie had the Caesar salad which had some amazing grilled mushrooms! They have so many options and have a brick pizza oven and lots of interesting choices to try there. Can't wait to go back next time we're in town. Highly recommended

    CheeZe and pesto pizza
    Michelle B.

    Driving through town, craving a great beer. Our local was closed. Now what? Let's see what YELP has revealed. There in the review, Russian River Brewing Company, ON TAP! Check the menu, let's go. What a great welcoming locals hang out. The entryway is steep, wouldn't recommend crutches or a wheelchair, use the side entrance. Once inside, a few tables, a bar for about 8, television on in the corner and a wood burning oven all aglow awaiting the next paddle of dough. The mood was laid back and comfortable. This was our first time in a total vegan restaurant. We had already settled on a great beer, now what do we eat. The menu has something for everyone. We settled on the cheeZe pizza. A handmade, wood fired pizza. A little skeptical, how will vegan cheeZe taste? DELICIOUS!!! The perfect amount of tomato sauce, a robust pesto and some of the cheesiest cheese ever! Nothing to take home but a warm feeling and a full belly. We enjoyed so much, we came back again. We had half cheese and half "meat." We will look for something like this close to home. Until then, a great place to share and remember.

    Margarita pizza
    Rebecca C.

    Great service, great food, cool vibe! I was so skeptical beforehand but I loved Craft Roots so much! The kombucha was amazing, the margarita pizza was pretty good and the buffalo cauliflower appetizer is a MUST have!!! I appreciated that they had gluten free options as well.

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    Daaaaaaa Best. The food and staff will speak for itself. Never had a bad experience from the 100 times I have been there.

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    The food is amazing!, and I highly recommend this family establishment!! The Thai peanut glass noodles are a must!

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    Ask the Community - Craft Roots

    Are there gluten free options?

    Yes, the whole menu is or can be substituted to gluten free. Our frier is dedicated gluten free. So anything fried is gluten free. We have GF buns, pizza crust, and flatbreads. Just make sure to tell your server.

    Is this all vegan food?

    Yes, 100%.

    For someone with some hearing issues would it be better to be inside or outside on a Saturday for lunch?

    I think outside is better. The inside is small. It may be noisy.

    Is there a happy hour?

    Hello, No Happy Hour at this time but stay tuned for a Late Night Happy hour on the weekends. We will post on social media when we go live.… 

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    Willard Hicks - Peppercorn NY Strip

    Willard Hicks

    3.3(600 reviews)
    0.0 mi
    •$$$

    Came in for mothers day dinner with my family. Made my reservation through OpenTable and I was able…read moreto get the timeslot that I wanted. It was nice that downtown wasn't too crowded and Willard Hicks wasn't overly crowded either. Ambience was casual and relaxed. We were seated at a booth and given waters and menus to look over. Ordered a couple of appetizers and then our entrées. APPETIZERS WH CRAB CAKES $20.00 FRESH LUMP CRAB, SWEET PEPPERS, CILANTRO, TARRAGON ON A BED OF BABY ARUGULA, SERVED WITH OUR CHIPOTLE AIOLI. Crab cakes were good and paired well with the salad greens that came with them. Would definitely return just for the crabcakes. COCONUT CRUSTED SHRIMP $20.00 COCONUT CRUSTED SHRIMP, SWEET PEPPERS, SCALLIONS. THAI CURRY BROTH, MANGO, MICRO GREENS, PEANUTS. The coconut shrimp were delicious. The coconut crust was crisp and golden brown, cooked to perfection. The broth with the mango and micro greens and peanuts paired very well with the shrimp. I just wish I had a spoon to scoop more of it up. Definitely coming back for this one too. ENTRÉES BLACKBERRY GLAZED FILET MIGNON $60.00 OUR 8OZ CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF FILET MIGNON, BLACKBERRY DEMI GLACE, FIRE ROASTED GRAPES, BLUE CHEESE, SERVED OVER A TRUFFLED PARSNIP PURÉE. This filet mignon was cooked to perfection. It cut perfectly and just melted in your mouth with every bite. The roasted grapes were a pleasant surprise and paired well and the blackberry Demi glaze gave it good flavor. SURF & TURF $78.00 FILET MIGNON, BUTTER-POACHED LOBSTER TAIL, TRUFFLE MASHED POTATOES, ASPARAGUS, BÉARNAISE SAUCE. The surf and turf entrée was on their Mother's Day special menu. The filet mignon was cooked perfectly, and it just melted in your mouth with every bite. The tripled mashed potatoes were delicious, and the asparagus was cooked to perfection while having a little bit of crunch to it. DESSERT COOKIES AND FROZEN MILK $10.00 FRESHLY BAKED CHOCOLATE CHIP COOKIES, WARM FROM THE OVEN, SERVED WITH A SCOOP OF OUR ICE CREAM. This dessert was a big portion with 2 giant cookies and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Cookies were crunchy and had a warm soft center. They paired well with the cookies and drizzle of chocolate. BUTTER CAKE $14.00 WARM BUTTER CAKE, FRESH STRAWBERRIES AND VANILLA BEAN ICE CREAM. Butter cake was good and paired well with strawberries and a scoop of vanilla ice cream. Customer service not bad, however, it could have been better.

    The food was great, but the service was sub par. We had to get up 3× to request things such as salt…read moreand pepper, more sour cream, and onion for our potatoes, and cutlery. They just weren't checking in on us. Granted we were in the corner near the entrance and kind of tucked away which was nice. The place also was not busy as it was 530 on a Sunday with plenty of open tables. But near the end, they seem to be more attentive. There's lots of parking nearby on the street and in a covered parking lot where you could charge up your car if you needed to. And easily assessable if you were in a wheelchair.

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    Noah's Bar & Bistro

    4.0(639 reviews)
    0.2 mi
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    I had lunch at Noah's Bistro today with a girlfriend, and it was such a wonderful experience. We…read morewere lucky to have beautiful weather, which made it the perfect afternoon to dine there. We chose to sit inside, and the atmosphere was elegant, calm, and relaxing. The outdoor patio looked just as inviting, with plenty of flowers, lots of natural light, and a breezy, airy ambiance that would be perfect for a leisurely lunch or dinner. The menu was fantastic--honestly, everything looked delicious and it was hard to decide! I ordered the Noah's Special Pasta, which was absolutely incredible. The sauce was rich and flavorful, and every bite was delicious. My friend ordered one of the salads, which was fresh, beautifully presented, and equally impressive. What really completed the experience was the service. Everyone we encountered was genuinely warm, friendly, and welcoming, making us feel right at home from the moment we arrived. Overall, Noah's Bistro exceeded my expectations. Between the beautiful atmosphere, outstanding food, and exceptional service, it's an easy 5-star experience. I can't wait to come back!

    The food was all pretty underwhelming. Very much tasted frozen and reheated, all of us didn't feel…read morewell after eating. The sodas tasted off so we asked for a can and it was flavorless like it had been sitting there for years. Tried a pasta dish, a chicken sandwich and the Mahi Mahi. Wanted to try somewhere new but regretting it now, 2 of 3 of us have upset digestion now a few hours after. Staff was friendly and music was on point.

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    Stacks - Mexican Omelet

    Stacks

    4.1(123 reviews)
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    Ambience: Beautiful outdoor seating with an incredible view of the mountains! The restaurant was…read morevery busy, so expect a wait and plan ahead. My husband and I ordered mimosas while waiting to be seated, and I have to say--it was one of the BEST mimosas I've ever had! Service: Outstanding from start to finish! Everyone was welcoming, attentive, and made our experience enjoyable even with how busy they were. Food: SO flavorful! There were so many delicious options that it was honestly hard to choose. Everything we ordered was fresh and delicious, but those pancakes!!! They practically melted in my mouth. Absolutely amazing! Between the mountain views, fantastic service, delicious food, and that mimosa, this was such a great brunch experience. Definitely worth the wait, and we would absolutely return!

    I frequently visit this establishment with very good results in fact I take my wife there once a…read moreweek, they have an extensive menu and the food is excellent. The staff is above par and we know everyone by name. I went in this past weekend and got a new server, I usually get my favorite pulled pork sandwich with BBQ on the side. I took half the sandwich home however I used the BBQ sauce for the one half of sandwich. Now these side bbq is about a heaping tablespoonful full so not very much. Many times in the past I have asked for bbq sauce with my to go sandwich. When I got the bill the server charged me 1.50 for the side of bbq sauce again maybe a tablespoon of sauce. The server indicated that is what we charge. Really, so you want to nickel and dime a regular patron who goes there weekly!!! Unbelievable. So beware of this charge, a tablespoon full of of bbq sauce for a 1.50, I hope Andre will read this, not good Andre...

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    Il Vigneto - Taste of the South Bay

    Il Vigneto

    4.6(12 reviews)
    4.3 mi
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    Most recent dining experience is at Il Vigneto but the review could apply to Iron Bar too…read more Executive chef Basarov has been around about a year and has really hit his stride, updating many of the classics with Mediterranean and Latin American themes. Pastry chef Manon is amazingly talented with a wide variety of crave worthy cakes and decadent ice creams & sorbets. (Dec 2022 update: sadly it looks chef manon is moving on; Cordevalle is advertising for a new pastry chef.) French Baguette: some like is soft but I ask for it seared crusty. The aged prosciutto is real Parma and outstanding. Tuna Tartare: a classic and deservedly so. The sweetness of the soy and the spice of the chiles accentuate the tuna. Butternut squash soup: light and delicate and not too creamy. Good crunch from sunflower seeds. So good I got this again. Short Rib: menu says domestic wagyu which might be overkill for slow cooking. Regardless it's very tender. The polenta is a little too cheesy for me. Gnocchi & Truffles: it hasn't been on the menu recently but I beg you to order it if you see it. No description needed - just eat it. Thanksgiving turkey: cooked sous vide which keeps the breast meat moist and tender. The dark meat was shredded and nicely seasoned. Cranberry: listed as cranberry and cinnamon compote. Tastes like it has orange in it as well. I had to taste it 4 or 5 times to make sure. And take some home... Pumpkin pie: holy pumpkin Batman! I'm not obsessed with pumpkin like some are but this was easily the best I've ever had. Outstanding doesn't do it Justice. Pecan pie: with maple and bourbon! Yes this is sweet as pecan pie should be but not cloyingly sugary. The torched marshmallow on top kicks it up another notch. The bar tender makes an excellent Manhattan. There's a good selection of wine. Like everyone who works at cordevalle, the staff is friendly, attentive and helpful. Reminder you're at a high end restaurant at a high end resort so you pay for what you get.

    @cordevalleca amazing 24hrs! Best service. Best resort. Best food. Living out best lives! Dinner…read moreat Il Vigneto...started with aperol spritz a a little "snack" of parm and prosciutto. Love this way to start the meal. Next the "taste of the South Bay" seafood platter- oysters, shrimp, and yellowtail carpaccio. Bread course with garlic confit. "Our burrata" pasta-subtle yet spicy. The star dish of the night was the parpadelle with slow braised lamb shank, fava beans, and pecorino. Wow!! loved all the flavors here but especially the differing textures of slow cooked lamb mixed with crispy pieces and fresh fava beans. The service was as impeccable as the food! If you ever have the chance to eat here- do it!

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