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Medusa's

4.0 (382 reviews)
InexpensiveMexican
Closed • 7:00 am - 3:00 pm

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Casual
Moderate noise
Outdoor seating
Good for kids

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Mitch P.

We came here for lunch while spending a weekend in Cambria after watching a protest rally as the restaurant was across the street.. it's a small what appears to be a family owned restaurant. We all thought the food was good although it took longer than expected and one of the 4 dishes had to be remade as it didn't have everything as ordered. It's always nice to find a never heard of restaurant and support what feels like family owned.

Steak Quesidillia. Fresh ingredients and shell toasted just right. Daughter picky eater but this was a hit.
Mark H.

Server was very attentive and kind. Food was quick and delicious. Perfect start to our day.

Non-itemized bill from Medusa's Cafe
Elizabeth S.

Enchiladas (beef & cheese) were quite good but small. Nice red sauce, refried beans and rice too. Salsa Ranchero and chips were free and excellent. Waiter was very gracious. One big issue was no itemized bill. We simply got a check for just over $38. I don't know how much I was charged for anything. He forgot my side of guacamole. Was I charged for that? I put down an AMEX and got back my signature copy which was now over $39. Was that for the cost of using a credit card? The tip options were calculated for you and started with only a 10% option, but was based on the total bill including state tax. That shouldn't be the case. Your tip is generally based on the pretax amount. . Still, nice the tax didn't begin with the 18% option and go up to 25% like a lot of Bay Area restaurants. I'd go again but ask for an itemized bill next time.

Breakfast burrito with bacon
Laura H.

Picked up breakfast burritos and they were delicious! Not a long wait to call in an order.

Grilled fish tacos
Nathan A.

Came here on vacation, and although there aren't a lot of places to eat, this is definitely one i'll be back to! Everything I ate had great flavor, and it was good portions for the price of everything. The inside, although small, is very homey, which I always find comforting when going to a new restaurant. My server was also very accommodating and made sure to not hover but also was able to make sure we were taken care of. Next time I'm in town I'll make sure to stop by!

Plate with chicken tamale and chile relleno with diced asada on top
Adrian O.

This is the one!! Soon as I walked in and saw the yucateco hot sauces on the table and Mexican decor, I knew it would hit! They've got a lot of plate combo options to choose from. I got the chile relleno with the chicken tamale. Pro tip, ask for diced asada on top of the chile relleno. You can thank me later! The asada was a perfect topping as it was nice and crispy. It compliments the chile relleno very well. My friends got jelly and ordered some on the side for their plates as well aha ha. I generally gauge Mexican restaurants by their beans and rice, because if the basics are off, then I assume the rest to be the same. Not here! I can't stress enough how great the food is here. The ambiance is reminiscent of those hole in the wall places that are hidden treasures. Just know that you've came to the right place for Mexican food in town. To top it all off, it was inexpensive for the amount of food we got. The server is very kind and tends to you in a timely manner and frequently to make sure you have all that you need. I just wish this place was near my work so I can visit every day to try the rest of their menu. Thanks you chef at Medusa for the best Mexican meal I've had in a long time!

so great amazing service! Love this place! would recommend if in cambria! I had the burrito!

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Sandra P.

Medusa's definitely has potential and like most restaurants near the coast - they have lunch specials at a great deal. Had some taquitos with rice and beans. It'll meet your Mexican food cravings. Simple food.

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Great folks yet better carnitas. the place to go if your staying at a BnB or back and forth between the cities.

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The shedded chicken was great and requested it in my quesadillas instead of grilled chicken! And.the salsa was.yum!!

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Not a fancy place but the Torta Carnita sandwich is just delicious. I don't even like sandwich and pork that much, but this one is good.

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Had a group of 19 people and they were super courteous and fast! The food was great too!

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Great feel Good food in the middle of town. My new favorite place.

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Great fish tacos, fresh and the salsa tasted home made. Both guys very sweet and respectful. A must go!!!

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Awesome Tostada it was really great. The service was great too. Highly recommend.

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I'm visiting the central coast from LA and needed a little bit of home; medusa came through.

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Fresh homemade Mexican food. Cameron's Diablo ...the best. Highly recommended. Easy freeway access. Friendly staff and relaxed atmosphere

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Not fancy, but delicious and have friendly staff. Food is not expensive at all. The size of the meal is big enough.

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I love this place. The young man who takes orders is very friendly and accommodating. The food is good.

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