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Came for breakfast on Sunday and was able to easily get a table for 6. Place was easy to find and get parking. I loved sitting in front of the large windows and seeing the foggy landscape outside. Service was friendly and attentive. The inside is a little rundown and the restroom could use an update. A unique setting and location. Great place to drop by if you're visiting the area and want familiar food in a quirky setting. Noteworthy dishes: - quinoa power bowl with smoked salmon. Well seasoned, delicious and nutritious - fish and chips was a generous portion, well cooked, and delicious - chocolate pancakes - my kids gobbled it up
Was going to Half Moon Bay to relax after a long week of work. Ambiance feels very welcoming as it was a nice cloudy day. The decoration was nice, homey, and trendy. It was also pretty quiet but we came in as they were opening. Service was nice and welcoming as well. Food was excellent. We ordered a mimosa, shakshuka, latte and chorizo scramble. My shakshuka was delicious and hit the spot. Will definitely come back here versus the old place I used to go to since this place does service substantially better than the other place I'm talking about in Half Moon Bay, lol.
No online ordering system. Tried to make a phone order for takeout, but no answer after several attempts, which was unfortunate with a 45-minute wait on Mother's Day... at least that's what we were quoted after ordering and paying at the cafe counter. It actually took 30 minutes, and by that time some seats had opened up inside, so it worked out as we decided to dine in. There were plenty of picnic tables available in their outdoor patio as well, though it was sprinkling during the lunch hour this past Sunday. The eatery had a beautiful and inviting setting, with gorgeous flowers set up on the tables and window sills, adding a nice touch to this special holiday. Got the pesto chicken sandwich with a salad, and sausage egg and cheese wrap with garlic fries instead of potato hash. These dishes were large in size. The sandwich had layers of deli chicken slices and a unique pesto-sun dried tomato spread, with a fresh and colorful salad on the side. The breakfast burrito was fat and stuffed with gooey melted cheese, scrambled eggs and mild sausage with just a hint of spice, and the pile of fries was thin-cut and loaded with minced garlic. Everything was delish! I do wish they were serving their regular menu on this day instead of a special Mother's Day brunch menu, as some favorites were unavailable. But with a satisfying meal, friendly staff, and a good sized parking lot for convenience, we had a positive experience overall.
Rustic cafe connected to the Half Moon Bay airport, which means you can sit outside or by the windows and watch small planes come and go. When we went, they had a dog adoption event. Food from classic toasts to burritos and even shakshuka. The drinks are creative and refreshing. Bathroom has a stall. Recommend coming here to avoid crowds instead of the restaurants by the jetty if you're having a beach day.
Perfect diner food at the Half Moon Bay airport. Great ambience, indoor and outdoor seating. Fun for small plane enthusiasts or anyone looking for a great vibe. I had the Shatshuka which was great. My wife had the French toast, which was mixed. The flavors and preparation were great but they used a cheap bread so it undercut her meal a bit. Overall a great find.
Aspiring pilot so I came here to watch the planes take off and land. Probably the worse day I came, when it was foggy so I only saw one doing a touch and go. But the food made it worth it. The avocado toast was soooo good. The avocado was perfect and everything was seasoned to perfection. I cannot praise this breakfast food more. I don't even like breakfast that much. But this was amazing. I got the kids pancakes for my baby and she loved them. She doesn't eat pancakes at home... the orange juice was fresh squeezed and the iced latte was delicious. I would come here over trying a new spot. It felt very welcoming, family like, and casual. They had an airplane toy outside for the baby to play on. I will come back when I fly in for the $100 burger.
I love a good airport cafe. No not at LAX or SFO. I am talking about the charming little general aviation airports that are scattered around the state. I grew up in a town with one of these diners and one of these airports. The menu is limited but what they have is really good. My smoked salmon toast was delicious. The coffee was excellent and the matcha (if you like that) looked very tasty. Loads of Parking. It was busy or Sunday morning. You have a great view of the runway. The incandescent mustard in full bloom was gorgeous.
Was driving down half moon bay and saw this cute place where you can dine and watch planes fly by. It was a really homey cute inside and gave proper family diner vibes. Pretty average pricing for bay area ($18-$25pp). I got their breakfast burrito and shakshuka. Their bacon was thiiiiiick, and I loved it. It was served with potatoes and salsa, crisp and clean. Only complaint is I wish the tortilla was a bit more crisp. Shakshuka was okay, a bit sweeter that I am used to but I believe that's due to the corn they put in. Was closer to a tomato chili with eggs on top. It was still good, but not quite for me. Boyfriend liked it though. Very interested in trying their burger and dutch baby next time. Service was good, brought out our food despite having a buzzer and remembered us. TLDR: Great place to soak in some sun, quality food, cool planes.
We ordered everything pictures plus a plate of Fish and Chips and a watermelon lemonade that was absolutely refreshing! It's was Mother's Day when we came here and the wait was pretty decent considering how many people were packing every restaurant everywhere. The nearly 40 minute wait was well worth it once we were served our meals. The stack pancakes were thick but very fluffy. So delicious. We loved the fish and chips too. Very crunchy and fresh tasting. My Dutch Baby pancake had a very interesting flavor profile and I would order this again when I come back. I highly recommend this brunch spot if you're ever in the Half Moon Bay Area. There's an outdoor seating where you can see private planes either departing or arriving. Such a treat especially for the kids. The restaurant is also dog friendly for outdoor seating which is nice. My husband has been talking about taking me here but never got around to until last week for Mother's Day and well, I will dare say, it was worth the nearly 6 year wait!
I came to Pilot Light for a Sunday brunch around 9:45, they were already quite busy! Back in the day, it used to table service dining. Now there is a counter you order at, and you are given a pager and pick where you would like to sit. They do have outdoor seating right next to the airport, this was pretty cool. We saw two pilots leave out the back gate and head to their planes and prepare for take off. They are also pet friendly, always a plus. I had the huevos rancheros nachos, they were really good! It came with 2 eggs, and I added the chorizo. My friends both ordered the eggs Benedict, one with salmon and one with bacon and avocado. All our plates were large portions, and their potatoes were delicious! So crispy, but needed salt but we grabbed shakers for the table. I also asked for a michelada and although they don't sell them, they accommodated making one on the whim which was awesome. It tasted great too, I had asked them to make it with the lager they have to offer. Overall, next time I'm in town for a hometown tour I'll def check them out again!
So cute! Love coming here for just a plain old scramble and watching the planes. Good service, fast, usually not too busy. Worth the drive to have a cozy, unique breakfast
Hello Yelpers and Foodies in the Know. We just happened to be at a Hotel in Half Moon Bay and we found this on yelp breakfast close by our hotel. It was at the end of the Airport and also had a gate for pilots of small planes to park and enter through a Security Gate. Really cool. I ordered the Eggs Benedict with bacon and avocado and Kim ordered eggs and bacon and we both had coffee. Both breakfasts came with Country Potatoes. At this restaurant you order at the counter and one of the staff will bring your Food. Coffee is self serve with free refills. I really liked the Breakfast there. Kim and I Recommend this restaurant. The Pilot Light. Thank You for Reading. Reviews help Consumers.
2 months ago
My husband and I spent a morning at Half Moon Bay over the weekend and stopped by here for breakfast. It was around 10:30am and no line to order. Staff were friendly. We were able to snag a table outside since we had our pup. We ordered the Dutch Baby Pancake, Lemon Mascarpone French Toast, and Chorizo Scramble. The food was good! We even packed up our French toast leftovers and it was still tasty a couple of days later. The reason for an average rating is because the food took forever to come out. We waited at least 45 min for the Dutch Baby, which came out first. We fully ate that and then waited another 10 min for the rest of our food to come out. The restaurant was definitely busy and full, but we were hungry already and didn't expect the wait to be that long. There's no where to walk around or look at since it's next to a small airport. Make sure you have time to kill if you're going to come on the weekend. read more
Came for breakfast on Sunday and was able to easily get a table for 6. Place was easy to find and get parking. I loved sitting in front of the large windows and seeing the foggy landscape outside. Service was friendly and attentive. The inside is a little rundown and the restroom could use an update. A unique setting and location. Great place to drop by if you're visiting the area and want familiar food in a quirky setting. Noteworthy dishes: - quinoa power bowl with smoked salmon. Well seasoned, delicious and nutritious - fish and chips was a generous portion, well cooked, and delicious - chocolate pancakes - my kids gobbled it up read more
Was going to Half Moon Bay to relax after a long week of work. Ambiance feels very welcoming as it was a nice cloudy day. The decoration was nice, homey, and trendy. It was also pretty quiet but we came in as they were opening. Service was nice and welcoming as well. Food was excellent. We ordered a mimosa, shakshuka, latte and chorizo scramble. My shakshuka was delicious and hit the spot. Will definitely come back here versus the old place I used to go to since this place does service substantially better than the other place I'm talking about in Half Moon Bay, lol. read more
5 months ago
No online ordering system. Tried to make a phone order for takeout, but no answer after several attempts, which was unfortunate with a 45-minute wait on Mother's Day... at least that's what we were quoted after ordering and paying at the cafe counter. It actually took 30 minutes, and by that time some seats had opened up inside, so it worked out as we decided to dine in. There were plenty of picnic tables available in their outdoor patio as well, though it was sprinkling during the lunch hour this past Sunday. The eatery had a beautiful and inviting setting, with gorgeous flowers set up on the tables and window sills, adding a nice touch to this special holiday. Got the pesto chicken sandwich with a salad, and sausage egg and cheese wrap with garlic fries instead of potato hash. These dishes were large in size. The sandwich had layers of deli chicken slices and a unique pesto-sun dried tomato spread, with a fresh and colorful salad on the side. The breakfast burrito was fat and stuffed with gooey melted cheese, scrambled eggs and mild sausage with just a hint of spice, and the pile of fries was thin-cut and loaded with minced garlic. Everything was delish! I do wish they were serving their regular menu on this day instead of a special Mother's Day brunch menu, as some favorites were unavailable. But with a satisfying meal, friendly staff, and a good sized parking lot for convenience, we had a positive experience overall. read more
Rustic cafe connected to the Half Moon Bay airport, which means you can sit outside or by the windows and watch small planes come and go. When we went, they had a dog adoption event. Food from classic toasts to burritos and even shakshuka. The drinks are creative and refreshing. Bathroom has a stall. Recommend coming here to avoid crowds instead of the restaurants by the jetty if you're having a beach day. read more
6 months ago
Perfect diner food at the Half Moon Bay airport. Great ambience, indoor and outdoor seating. Fun for small plane enthusiasts or anyone looking for a great vibe. I had the Shatshuka which was great. My wife had the French toast, which was mixed. The flavors and preparation were great but they used a cheap bread so it undercut her meal a bit. Overall a great find. read more
Aspiring pilot so I came here to watch the planes take off and land. Probably the worse day I came, when it was foggy so I only saw one doing a touch and go. But the food made it worth it. The avocado toast was soooo good. The avocado was perfect and everything was seasoned to perfection. I cannot praise this breakfast food more. I don't even like breakfast that much. But this was amazing. I got the kids pancakes for my baby and she loved them. She doesn't eat pancakes at home... the orange juice was fresh squeezed and the iced latte was delicious. I would come here over trying a new spot. It felt very welcoming, family like, and casual. They had an airplane toy outside for the baby to play on. I will come back when I fly in for the $100 burger. read more
8 months ago
I love a good airport cafe. No not at LAX or SFO. I am talking about the charming little general aviation airports that are scattered around the state. I grew up in a town with one of these diners and one of these airports. The menu is limited but what they have is really good. My smoked salmon toast was delicious. The coffee was excellent and the matcha (if you like that) looked very tasty. Loads of Parking. It was busy or Sunday morning. You have a great view of the runway. The incandescent mustard in full bloom was gorgeous. read more
21 days ago
8 months ago
Was driving down half moon bay and saw this cute place where you can dine and watch planes fly by. It was a really homey cute inside and gave proper family diner vibes. Pretty average pricing for bay area ($18-$25pp). I got their breakfast burrito and shakshuka. Their bacon was thiiiiiick, and I loved it. It was served with potatoes and salsa, crisp and clean. Only complaint is I wish the tortilla was a bit more crisp. Shakshuka was okay, a bit sweeter that I am used to but I believe that's due to the corn they put in. Was closer to a tomato chili with eggs on top. It was still good, but not quite for me. Boyfriend liked it though. Very interested in trying their burger and dutch baby next time. Service was good, brought out our food despite having a buzzer and remembered us. TLDR: Great place to soak in some sun, quality food, cool planes. read more
4 months ago
We ordered everything pictures plus a plate of Fish and Chips and a watermelon lemonade that was absolutely refreshing! It's was Mother's Day when we came here and the wait was pretty decent considering how many people were packing every restaurant everywhere. The nearly 40 minute wait was well worth it once we were served our meals. The stack pancakes were thick but very fluffy. So delicious. We loved the fish and chips too. Very crunchy and fresh tasting. My Dutch Baby pancake had a very interesting flavor profile and I would order this again when I come back. I highly recommend this brunch spot if you're ever in the Half Moon Bay Area. There's an outdoor seating where you can see private planes either departing or arriving. Such a treat especially for the kids. The restaurant is also dog friendly for outdoor seating which is nice. My husband has been talking about taking me here but never got around to until last week for Mother's Day and well, I will dare say, it was worth the nearly 6 year wait! read more
I came to Pilot Light for a Sunday brunch around 9:45, they were already quite busy! Back in the day, it used to table service dining. Now there is a counter you order at, and you are given a pager and pick where you would like to sit. They do have outdoor seating right next to the airport, this was pretty cool. We saw two pilots leave out the back gate and head to their planes and prepare for take off. They are also pet friendly, always a plus. I had the huevos rancheros nachos, they were really good! It came with 2 eggs, and I added the chorizo. My friends both ordered the eggs Benedict, one with salmon and one with bacon and avocado. All our plates were large portions, and their potatoes were delicious! So crispy, but needed salt but we grabbed shakers for the table. I also asked for a michelada and although they don't sell them, they accommodated making one on the whim which was awesome. It tasted great too, I had asked them to make it with the lager they have to offer. Overall, next time I'm in town for a hometown tour I'll def check them out again! read more
15 days ago
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9 months ago
So cute! Love coming here for just a plain old scramble and watching the planes. Good service, fast, usually not too busy. Worth the drive to have a cozy, unique breakfast read more
Hello Yelpers and Foodies in the Know. We just happened to be at a Hotel in Half Moon Bay and we found this on yelp breakfast close by our hotel. It was at the end of the Airport and also had a gate for pilots of small planes to park and enter through a Security Gate. Really cool. I ordered the Eggs Benedict with bacon and avocado and Kim ordered eggs and bacon and we both had coffee. Both breakfasts came with Country Potatoes. At this restaurant you order at the counter and one of the staff will bring your Food. Coffee is self serve with free refills. I really liked the Breakfast there. Kim and I Recommend this restaurant. The Pilot Light. Thank You for Reading. Reviews help Consumers. read more
Pilot Light Cafe is OUTSTANDING! I saw a fenced off gate and drove right past it so I drove down tourist central but it was an easy turnaround. I had the eggs Benedict with smoked salmon and avocado. It was sooooo goood!!! The cutest little cafe around! Beautiful scenic view of the airway! Fast service. Went during late morning around 9:30am and my food appeared in front of me before I was even ready to comprehend and absorb the calming and peaceful ambiance. Such an amazing experience:-)) read more
2 months ago
Love this place. I'm not from the area and this place to me is a hidden gem. I like that we can eat and watch the airplanes take off. The food is amazing for a great price. The staff is friendly. I would definitely come back next time I'm in town read more
3 months ago
1 month ago
Interesting spot with a very hit or miss menu. You place your order at the counter, get your buzzer, and wait for the staff to bring out your order. Shakshuka was the most watery version I've ever had. It honestly could've just been salsa, but I think salsa might be thicker. The hot chocolate wasn't hot, but the whipped cream was good. My friends enjoyed their Dutch pancake though, so just order that to be safe. I probably wouldn't want to come back, but they did make excellent fries and the service was friendly. read more
1 year ago
Cute little brunch place with a small airplane takeoff/landing area. You find an open table and order and pay at the register, and you get a buzzer. When the buzzer goes off, they bring you your food and take your buzzer back. Service was quick and helpful. You might have to wave someone down if you have a question/request but overall happy with their service. Food was on point! I ordered the huevos rancheros which reminds me of a chilaquiles that came with a delicious sauce, flavorful black beans (I'm very picky about beans), avocados, and eggs over easy, and I added chorizo for $2 more. Dare I say that this was probably the best "chilaquiles" that I have ever had??? My husband ordered the Dutch baby and it was also very good!!! Light and airy at the edges with a light homemade butter or cream, sweet berries, and syrup. Tasted fresh and not too sweet..just right! Great spot to grab brunch or even some drinks or coffee and enjoy. read more
7 months ago
I just found out about this place after driving past it back-and-forth for years! Whoever knew this place existed? I had a late breakfast and sat at the window, watching the planes take off and land. Good breakfast, great coffee, and friendly, smiling service. I can't wait to come back here again! read more
2 months ago
4 months ago
9 months ago
Such a great spot! The food is amazing - I was so pleased, everything we got was 10/10! The Dutch baby is delicious and the breakfast burrito also amazing. My husband raved about the coffee and the fresh OJ was lovely! On top of great food - the coolest views of landings/take offs! Must go! Great for kids! read more
2 months ago
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4 months ago
What a surprise. Food was on point without all the glamour. I'll be back soon. You order first, then eat when your buzzer goes off. Cool place read more
Came here on a weekday for my birthday breakfast with my boyfriend. We got the following: * Eggs benedict with 2 poached eggs on an English muffin with hollandaise sauce and Black Forest ham plus potato hash and fresh greens for $20. * Classic Combo with scrambled eggs, sausage, potato hash and buttered sour dough toast for $17. * 2 small buttermilk pancakes for $8 with one plain and one with chocolate chips for an additional $2 * 12 oz coffee for $4 * 12 oz orange juice for $5 read more
4 months ago
Headed to the pier to buy fresh seafood on a Sat. An excuse to have breakfast along the coast.This place is not too crowded, has a homey feel to this place. Latte and Mocha were robust with double shot espresso, and felt the effects all day long. Dutch baby - fluffy huge pancake with fruits and syrup. I have made this at home but need to eat fresh out of the oven. Not too many places offer this dish so it was literally a treat to have it. Enjoyed it so much. Eggs benedict - upgraded it to smoke salmon, everything about it was perfect. read more
1 year ago
Very nice little restaurant in the half moon bay airport Nice menu selections.Breakfast n lunch You order at the counter and then you sit down and they bring your food to you. I got the eggs Benedict with ham,creamy eggs holendeis sauce . Food was really good Service is good as well I recommend grabbing a bite to eat here read more
1 year ago
This place is a little far from the Main Street but it's worth the trip. Ate breakfast here and it was good. Tried their Two Egg Combo with Chorizo and the "Sweet" Dutch boy. Both serving portions are just right. They have outdoor seating with a view of a "mini" airport. Pet friendly. Good for groups or if you're just dining alone. Friendly staff. Must try if you happen to be in the area. read more
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9850 Cabrillo Hwy
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
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Are your breakfast potatoes gluten free?
Our potato hash is fried in the same oil as items that contain gluten, but otherwise is made without gluten.
Do you have gluten free options ? Gf bread and pancakes..?
We have gluten-free items on our menu, such as huevos rancheros and shakshuka, among others. As a substitute for bread, we offer corn tortillas. Our pancake, waffle and dutch baby batters are made with wheat flour.
