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    LUCY'S ON LIGHTHOUSE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Outdoor seating
    Dogs allowed

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    Tawny H.

    The food, service and whole atmosphere of the restaurant was great. The menu had a lot of options, and I had the best corn dog I have ever eaten! The menu items had fun names (skateboard moves) and good music. Our whole group also order sundaes for after our meals, delicious. I recommend making this a stop if in the Monterey Bay area.

    Chris S.

    What a little diamond in a rough! I never realized there was a hot dog place in PG and a great one at that! Live bands grate vibe and awesome food! They have indoor and outdoor seating for those warm days! Service was great and they also have ice cream Will definitely be back!

    Hot dog!
    Pauline N.

    Great venue, vibe, root beer floats, and brussels sprouts. Hot dogs were okay. Dog Haus is still on top for me. Tater tots were plain. I'd go here again with friends and order the sides.

    Freights, Bone Yards, Ollie (tater tots), Dick Verde (Brussels sprouts)
    Geno B.

    Lucy's is always my #1 recommendation when anyone asks where they should eat in PG. With a huge selection of hot dogs combinations, there is something for everyone. You can even sub a veggie dog for their hot dog combos. My personal favorite is the Bone Yards, a bacon wrapped dog with peppers, onions, and their delicious house sauce! But the fun doesn't end there- they have delicious tater tots and Brussels sprouts that are the perfect pairing for any dog. The Brussels sprouts are seriously delicious- maybe my favorite sprouts in the area. Perfectly crispy and drizzled with a tangy balsamic glaze, it's impossible to only have one. While I haven't tried any of the coffees, it's hard for me to resist a scoop of Marianne's ice cream! The Chiquita Rip Curl is my go to. They even do milkshakes with any of the ice cream flavors. The atmosphere is beachy, cool and unpretentious. We typically elect to sit outside in their patio (weather permitting) which is cozy and cute. We love seeing all the dogs, too! They also have live music on occasion, which is a fun treat.

    Peaks hotdog with kimchee and pulled pork. Milkshake, hard root beer float, tots, and a corn dog in the background.
    Stef D.

    This was our second visit to Lucy's on Lighthouse and just as good as the first! Great food, great service, and a really fun atmosphere. One of our friends said, "Lucy's is so cool it makes Pacific Grove a cooler place" and honestly, what a great compliment! The vibe is surfer/skater fun and brings me back to the late 90s/early 2000s. There is a small parking lot, additional street parking, a cute enclosed outdoor seating area, long bench along the order line entrance, an order counter, and indoor seating. There are only a few larger tables indoors, but it is worth the wait if you need one. We tried a few different hot dogs, tater tots, a hard root beer float, and a milkshake. Last time I had a mocha. Nothing disappoints at Lucy's. The hotdogs are Nathan's and super juicy, the pulled pork is a little sweet and delicious topping hotdogs or tots, and the ice cream is Marianne's, which you just can't go wrong with. The owner and employees are incredibly nice, are always cleaning so the place is spotless, and they seem like really great people. I highly recommend Lucy's on Lighthouse for a mellow lunch or dinner, coffee stop, or even just dessert. We'll be back soon, and we're trying the banana split next time!

    Asilomar - CJ
    CJ O.

    Hot Dogs galore! If you're a hot dog fan, this place is. must!! What you don't hear about is the CORN DOG!! Holy smokes! That is a hidden gem! I've had many a corn dog in my life, but this one takes the cake. The service was very fast and friendly. The relaxed vibe makes it easy to chill and chat for hours.

    Yummy
    M S.

    Thank you Lucy's for always being an iconic place to eat on the peninsula. My husband and I love how dog friendly you are so our boy can eat with us too. He loves weenies and your Roadside no bbq sauce is always my go to choice. It's heavenly macaroni and cheese with onions over a bacon wrapped hotdog. Our dog got a bit of the hotdog and loved it so much he spilled his water cup... We definitely will be back. The skating decor is always cool and the owner so sweet.

    Marianne's peppermint ice cream
    Kenny B.

    Still one of our fave places to visit when we come to town. We actually stayed next door at Sea Breeze and walked over each day. The Marianne's ice cream is top notch. The Illy coffee is good and the food is great. They had a celebration for their anniversary with some fun events when they were there. Live bands, hot dog eating contest, a vendor and good vibes! I love a good crunchy corn dog and tater tots. Theirs deliver in a major way. Nice crisp on the outside with a hot steamy center. The corn dogs have that nice touch of sweetness. The tater tots have that perfect crunch and soft interior. I went basic this time, but they have quite the variety to choose from. IMO it's a must stop when we come to Pac Grove.

    Next to the lighthouse hot dog spot. Just a walk straight down to the water. Deers and golfers. Fun
    Bddj C.

    Fun live atmosphere. Here the waves in the distance. The have music and lights all outside patio which is huge. Some tables inside too. Menu is medium sized. Basically hot dogs of many sorts. The buns were soggy after 4 minutes. I recommend the gator tots. Hot dogs without all the fixings too soggy. Would give less stars but the place was alot of fun. Food not so good. Oh the shakes are excellent.

    Chiquita swirl, blueberry cheesecake and pomegranate sorbet.
    Jose G.

    Been wanting to try this place for a while now... finally made it! Great ice cream and great service. Lay back surfer vibe. Looking forward to trying the coffee and food next time. Hidden gem, off the beaten path, definitely worth checking out.

    My daughter enjoying her basic hot dog with ketchup and mustard.
    Adam C.

    We usually LOVE this place but had a pretty rough customer service experience today. We were not being confrontational but felt like we were being treated as such. Also felt lied to about something. Long story short, there was miscommunication on what was ordered, we were offered a swap out of a hot dog that was already cooked, never asked for a swap just offered it only to later be told no we had to pay for it. The two women working were acting like we were being confrontational and they was never our intention. Just wanted to talk the "boss" who they said told them no but wasn't even working that day'. I don't believe the customer is always right but that dosnt mean there can't be a place for a conversation. This is a place that we were loyal to and have come to on the weekends for about two years now. Still great atmosphere and great dogs but we are turned off for a while after this and don't plan on coming back any time soon.

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    Jonathan G.

    We ordered the Dunes, Otters, Lover's Point, Wallride (tots), and Ollie (tots), along with a few drinks. The prices were reasonable for gourmet hot dogs. All of the hot dogs were cooked perfectly, and the flavor combinations were spot on. The tots were delicious--nicely crispy--and the Lucy sauce was excellent. The chili leaned a bit more toward a tomato-based flavor and was slightly tangy for my taste, but still not bad. The ambiance was cool and skater/surfer vibes. Great spot for after a surf or skate around Monterey. Aside from that, the staff was super friendly, and the overall food quality was phenomenal. We'll definitely be back to try more menu items. And a huge plus: they offer Marianne's Ice Cream, our favorite ice cream spot in Santa Cruz.

    Ansilomar
    Al B.

    Uniqueness: Hidden skater gem in the Pacific Grove neighborhood that feels like you're in Santa Cruz! Wait Time: [x][x][x][x][x] Food Quality: [x][x][x][x][x] Service: [x][x][x][x][x] Setting: [x][x][x][x][x] Cost: [x][x][x][x][x] Recommendation? Get the Asilomar, any tater with toppings, and a milkshake and you'll be set for the rest of the day! If I were to scan the inside of Lucy's and make a wild guess where this place is located, I would 100% assume we're in Santa Cruz but little would I know this is located smack dab in Pacific Grove, close to Asilomar and the nearby golf course. A hidden gem in the Pacific Grove neighborhood, Lucy's is a perfect hot dog spot that's far from all the tourist traps you see in Canary Row. You'll get some of the best hot dogs topped with amazing toppings--from avocado, grilled onions, pulled pork, it's a beautiful mess that you'll be craving for more once you're finished. Lucy's also has a variety of tater tot sides and as well as their signature Dick Verde, which is a glazed, grilled Brussel sprouts that is amazing. They also have a large dessert options as well, from milk shakes and soft serves to dirty desserts with alcohol as well. Service here is such a chill environment from all of their staff and the owner, a laid back skater vibe that matches the relaxing beach atmosphere you'd see in Santa Cruz. They have live performances from time to time that sing in the outside seating with spacious seating all around to enjoy your food with. Price-wise, of course you'll be spending around 10 or more for a hot dog but it's a very good quality hot dog in my opinion that was worth the price. Lucy's is a perfect spot for enjoying premium hot dogs that's perfect for any age. Whether it be a quick meal, a date, or simply a catch up with friends, you'll definitely have fun trying Lucy's out so be sure to give this place a try.

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    Went there for lunch- hot dogs were great and the Brussels Sprouts were even better. Staff are super friendly. Highly recommend!

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