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Sam's Cafe is a small town hidden gem. Located in a small strip mall in Half Moon Bay, Sam's has consistently met our expectations and we do love a good breakfast. This time my husband ordered the artichoke scramble with potatoes and sourdough toast. I ordered the lox and cream cheese bagel. We both ordered orange juice. Our breakfast totaled $59 which is fairly consistent with breakfast locations in our hometown. First, the orange juice was fresh squeezed and delicious. The artichoke scramble was tasty with lots of artichokes and vegetables. The potatoes were generous and good. My lox and bagel came already prepared on a toasted bagel (many times it will come in components and you build your own which is what I prefer). The cream cheese layer was a little light on the spread. The lox was plenty and it was topped off with slivers of onion and capers. The fresh fruit side was a surprise for this time of year - fresh strawberries, blueberries and apples. Not a melon to be found - yay! Our server was friendly and efficient. The food was served hot and in a timely manner. We'll be back again! read more

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Sam's Cafe is a great little spot off highway 92 in hmb! *** Worth clarifying that it's not Sam's Chowder House down near Pillar Point in El Granada. Service here is friendly and efficient, and food comes out quickly without feeling rushed. The Sam's Cafe skillet is my go-to. It's huge, and makes for great breakfast burritos out of leftovers ;) The homemade Picante La Negrita salsa that comes with it is amazing and adds great flavor and heat. The menu has plenty of variety, from egg dishes, Benedicts, scrambles, and omelettes to waffles, crepes, and pancakes, plus salads, soups, burgers, and sandwiches. Easy and reliable choice for breakfast or lunch read more

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Claudia G.

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Tucked away in a little strip mall in the not so precious side of Half Moon Bay, Sam's had the best huevos rancheros I've ever tasted! Crispy tortilla, fresh ingredients, and even their own homemade hot sauce! Not cheap, but nothing is these days. Just great food and friendly, attentive service. read more

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Rebecca C.

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Love Sam's cafe! We had the scramble with artichoke and it was delicious! It is an out of the way location with no lines. Try it you will be satisfied and happy you did. read more

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John G.

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Had a great breakfast here this past Saturday. the chorizo breakfast burrito was bursting with flavor. very clean and great service. will definitely eat here again. read more

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I was looking for a lunch spot while I was in Half Moon Bay for the Pumpkin Fest and found this place while walking around. It is tucked away in a plaza with a parking lot. Service was friendly and quick. It wasn't too busy for a Saturday afternoon. Two Eggs Chilaquiles (4/5): This was crispy tortilla chips, roasted chile guajillo-tomato salsa, black beans, queso fresco, sour cream, onions and eggs. I chose my eggs to be cooked scrambled. The dish was a good amount of spicy. I would've preferred refried beans but the black beans were good too. Just made the dish a little wet. It was a nice lunch spot. It gave a small town cafe vibe. I think they have different menus for each season or holiday. It was the pumpkin fest menu when I dined there. read more

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The food is only surpassed by the friendly, welcoming service. The chilaquiles were delicious but the staff really made the experience. They were helpful and welcoming. I couldn't decide between the green or the red sauce so they gave me samples of both. The red sauce is house made. They also have a homemade black sauce that they provide in a bottle for people who like spice. We will definitely return. read more

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Angel R.

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We came into the restaurant today and we picked where to sit and our server, who had a long black braid, got us our menu, coffees and waters. It was kind of a busy day so I was very understanding of her situation. As we were waiting for our food we noticed that our server was mostly by herself, she was able to serve us and others for what seems like by herself which was very respectable and hardworking. I did however notice that there was another server besides her but she was practically gone for the most of it. I didn't see the other server help or do much. The food was good and the service was great for what our server was able to do in her situation she was very friendly and nice. She refilled our coffee and water and always made sure if everything was okay. I just hope the next time we come in she'll have a little more help rather than being up and down the restaurant by her self. read more

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Ray L.

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My wife and myself took a drive to half moon bay when we stop at Sam's cafe never been. Got greeted at the door with kindness had a seat and went over the menu I decided on the chicken fried steak and wife got the chowder both were very delicious . I have had several chicken fried steaks I'll rate this one of my top three thanks for the great meal and the kindness of your employees. read more

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Service was fast, friendly and very efficient...Went on a super busy weekend. Everything was smooth yummy and everyone enjoyed their meal. read more

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Bob F.

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Came here to get some carbs before a hike nearby. The people who run this place are friendly. Wet breakfast burrito: 3/5. I came here because someone raved about this dish, but this was just okay in my opinion. Not bad, but not good enough to want to come by again soon. I ordered this with sausage. read more

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This place has amazing food, and friendly service. I enjoy coming here for breakfast Has a clean and open ambiance, everything is clean and new. I appreciate a place that pays attention to detail. read more

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Nicholas P.

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Very quaint and welcoming atmosphere. Our waitress was very friendly and knowledgeable of the menu. In ordered the Grodo Skillet and it was piping hot when it came to the table and the portion sizes were perfect. The coffee tasted a little bitter but was still a nice addition to my plate. read more

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The menu is very basic but the food is really fresh and delicious. The service was good and the restaurant itself was spacious and clean. The prices are incredibly high for what it is but I left satisfied. read more

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Karen S.

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I've been waiting and now it's here .... delicious pumpkin soup ! We love Sam's Cafe for their scrambles and delicious homemade salsas - the salsa ranchero is our favorite!! This time of year, they serve pumpkin soup with goat cheese and pepito crostini which is unbelievably delicious! Next on the list to try ... their pumpkin pancakes read more

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Marie B.

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10 months ago

I wish the menu would come up in Yelp so I could see what we ordered. A review without that is not as helpful. Was on Father's Day drive up from Santa Cruz and turned to go into HMB downtown when spied the Sam's sign, just barely. What? Never noticed before. Unassuming small spot in unassuming business center but said "let's give it a try". Wow, what a nice experience!! Everything was top notch; ambiance, greeting, servers, and MEAL! We both found food and coffee to be delicious, well prepared, and repeat checking in by staff amazing. Also enjoyed seeing steady flow of what I am guessing were quite a few local couples and families. Will DEFINITELY come here next time we're out for drive up coast. read more

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Diane B.

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The service and hometown feel is so welcoming here. I just got back from lunch. They were out of their legendary good clam chowder, so I got the patty melt. perfectly cooked meat and onions! It could have used a little more salt, but that's easy to add. Their fries could definitely use some potatoes that aren't the extruded type though. read more

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Alexis M.

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75$ for two plates and they wouldn't honor their price they had on yelp. Yelp says 12$ for the country fried steak and they are asking for 20$ plus tax.... This should be changed if the price will not be honored. Not everyone has 75$ for lunch read more

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Annette R.

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Always good! Been going there for years! My son loves the meat scramble! the people that work there are great and are always friendly. Always recommend to visitors. read more

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Probably the best breakfast burrito I've ever had been here a few times everything I've eaten was really good. My wife had the chorizo scramble and she really enjoyed it. read more

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Sam's is an unpretentious small town cafe with a great choice in the menu offerings, solid food, friendly attentive staff and cozy surroundings. Parking can be a challenge but you can usually luck out since folks are often coming and going out of the small lot on a regular basis. Great centralized location. Be sure to peruse the nearby Twice as Nice for odds and ends at great discounts too! Favorite item are the hash browns - clearly homemade, thick and I highly recommend the well done option for that extra crispiness! The sourdough bread is also SUPER good - the best I've found in a diner. Ask for a side of butter since they go pretty sparse. The veggie benedict was delicous and the poached eggs were perfectly done. Always my first go to when wanting a good old fashioned breakfast option around Half Moon Bay! read more

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Tania B.

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Good food, no frills. Great service. Good ambiance. Met friends at Sam's recently. I had scrambled eggs and a fruit cup. My friends were happy with their food choices which included the fried chicken, pancakes, and salad. Service was fast and friendly. read more

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A D.

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Overpriced but made up for it with marginal. This used to be a regular place for me back in the day, but no more. The friendly welcoming service that was mentioned in other reviews was certainly absent on Sunday. The attitude seem to be of forced civility and only just that Lots of great restaurants in the coast is no longer on my list read more

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John K.

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Stopped by after my volunteer work day over on the coast. Maybe my 5th time stopping in to get a bowl of their clam chowder. So thick, creamy and rich with flavor. Comes with a side of buttered toast. Service is friendly. A great local cafe read more

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Nat B.

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Best Clam Chowder on the Coastside and I have tried them all! Everything I have eaten at Sam's was delicious. Their breakfasts are exceptionally hearty, and service is always friendly. read more

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Excellent food and service... i absolutely recommend the home potatoes for breakfast!! They are fantastic and trust me I love me some potatoes. Stop by for breakfast you will thoroughly enjoy it!! read more

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Lisa K.

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I have been going here for years.. it's good.. but I ordered a small salad.. which was basically some lettuce from a bag... 2 mushy tomato slices..green pepper slices with brown bits they use for the omelets.. and some cold dry cucumber slices.. and guess what the cost.. $12.. ridiculous.. I said to the owner why.. and he was defensive.. saying costs are going up and I should expect it to go higher. Sams Cafe owners.. get real.. the restaurants around you provide much better for that type of pricing.. fresh ingredients... and many more ingredients.. including cheeses, meats, avocado.. II was shocked.. by the owners attitude and defiance.. I think overall they are good but the owner made a huge misstep on the attitude and price for some greens probably costing them $2.. Sorry Sams.. you lost me as z customer after 27 years.. read more

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Kevin G.

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Haven't been here for some while but still surprised how expensive it now is while the portions have shrunk. Better part of $80 for three breakfasts one of which was just poached eggs and home fries. Will not return. read more

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Fede M G.

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Bree P.

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Sam's Cafe is my favorite breakfast spot in Half Moon Bay. Just a good ole breakfast cafe. Not many of these left around anymore. I alway come here for breakfast whenever I can. Always fresh and the condiments are clean every time. read more

Sams Cafe - This is my favorite breakfast spot in Half Moon Bay. I love the omelettes. - Breakfast & Brunch Near Me - Half Moon Bay, California

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Cute little diner. Went for breakfast. Pancakes were rubbery and tasteless. Omelete was fine nothing remarkable good or bad. Portion were good. Service was good. Friendly and attentive. Wouldn't go back. read more

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Honestly this place Is incredibly underrated. I had the breakfast chorizo tacos and they were AMAZING. Service was great, it was comfortable seating (I had 2 kids with me). read more

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Went specifically for the corned beef hash...not many spots have it on the menu. I asked if it was house made and was told yes. When I received my plate there was a crispy fried splat of mostly cubed potatoes and some (very little) meat purée. I do not believe that it was house made....looked and tasted like it came out of a can. No texture at all. Very disappointed. Service was ok, and the poach egg was tasty, but I wouldn't go back. read more

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Bill R.

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Now open for dinner! We dined here on Tuesday night and had a wonderful experience, though it was quite quiet, so we encourage you to give it a try. My wife and I started with a generous and delicious order of calamari, served with two sauces. For our entrees, we had tacos--my wife had fish, and I had shrimp. Both were excellent. We will definitely return. read more

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Andrea B.

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We came here during the HMB Pumpkin festival as our traditional place was permanently shut down :( But this gave us a chance to find this place. It opens at 6 am during the festival. It is a short walk from the part of the festival on Main Street. We arrived at 7 am and it wasn't too busy yet. I ordered linguica, hashbrowns, and fruit. The linguica was so good, my daughter was stealing them from my plate. The hashbrowns were perfectly crisp on the outside. The fruit was fresh. The waitstaff was friendly, they came by to check on us regularly, but as the restaurant got busier, I had to flag them down to get the check. Food and service were good!! They do have their own parking lot, but I think it was a paid parking lot during the HMB Pumpkin Festival. We will be back again!!!! read more

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I love breakfast and try different joints all the time I am away from home. This place is a little gem! They also make their own salsa to sell in a bottle. We got some because it was really good. Omelets were great. We are not usually in that part of California but I plan to go back whenever we visit. Great food. read more

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Maria C.

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We had a VERY a bad experience with the food and service. Hopefully they improve because of the view. DO NOT RECOMMEND,.

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Dan B.

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Haven't been to Sam's in a while, but wow‼ I was totally surprised and happy with the quality of my country, fried steak and eggs. I will definitely be back.‼ read more

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Fede M G.

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Erika E.

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Went here on a Sunday morning and had some really good blueberry pancakes. Moist, soft, and fluffy. Husband had the chicken fried steak and he was also very satisfied. Gravy was a bit different but flavorful. No complaints, received good and quick service. Affordable prices. (Only one thing-- they can use a small ramekin for whipped cream or just have it on the side of the plate instead of using a single use plastic container) read more

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We were passing through HMB and wanted to grab a bite. Maybe I ordered the wrong thing but I was underwhelmed. I got the Lite breakfast #3. French toast, eggs and bacon. The bacon was good and thick, the eggs were ok, the French toast was bland. No flavor at all. The syrup made it better, but some cinnamon? Something. He got ham steak, poached eggs, hash browns and English muffin. Looked righteous to me. The coffee was fine. The place was immaculate. The waitress was nice, food took a while considering we were the only ones there. I would try it one more time and get something else. read more

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More info about Sams Cafe

210 San Mateo Rd
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
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(650) 726-3167
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Hours

What time does Sams Cafe open?

Sams Cafe opens at 8:00 AM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

What time does Sams Cafe close?

Sams Cafe closes at 2:00 PM on Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday, Friday, Saturday and Sunday.

Mon-Sun 8:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Payment methods

Does Sams Cafe take Bitcoin?

No, Sams Cafe does not take Bitcoin.

Does Sams Cafe take credit cards?

Yes, Sams Cafe takes credit cards.

Food & Alcohol

Does Sams Cafe have catering options?

No, Sams Cafe does not have catering options.

Does Sams Cafe have a drive thru?

No, Sams Cafe does not have a drive thru.

Does Sams Cafe serve alcohol?

Yes, Sams Cafe serves alcohol. Beer & Wine Only

Indoor Amenities

Does Sams Cafe allow dogs?

No, Sams Cafe does not allow dogs.

Does Sams Cafe have TVs?

Yes, Sams Cafe has TVs.

Outdoor Amenities

Does Sams Cafe have bike parking?

Yes, Sams Cafe has bike parking.

Does Sams Cafe have outdoor seating?

No, Sams Cafe does not have outdoor seating options.

Does Sams Cafe have parking?

Yes, Sams Cafe has parking options. Private Lot Parking

Other Amenities

Is Sams Cafe wheelchair accessible?

Yes, Sams Cafe is wheelchair accessible.

Does Sams Cafe have free WiFi?

Yes, Sams Cafe has free WiFi.

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Specialties

Sam’s Cafe offers an array of different foods from traditional American breakfast and lunch dishes to our specialty menu items. Some of our most popular dishes include huevos rancheros, chilaquiles, and the Sam’s Cafe skillet. We have many different options and are able to accommodate to any dietary needs. We appreciate our customers and hope to see you all soon!

Meet the Business Owner: Federico Montanez G.

I have been working in the restaurant industry for 20 years. I started as a dishwasher, cook, and server, then eventually I became a head chef at multiple local restaurants.

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Great experience overall…read more The hubs and I stopped here for lunch on Friday and there was no line so that's a good start for us because we were hungry! We both ordered the mushroom sandwich and shared the red lentils soup. I really wanted to try their house made chips but they were sold out.. by 1:40pm, must be good.. bummer for us. Oh well, we proceeded with our order without them. Our food came out fairly quickly and we sat inside since it was bit windy and cold outside. The mushroom sandwich was tasty, hearty and refreshing with the lettuce and red pickled onions. The pickled onions was a great touch, it added a crunch and it was lightly pickled so not super tart or overwhelming. I honestly didn't miss not having meat in my sandwich, the texture and flavors of the mushroom really gave off a similar feel. My favorite was the red lentil soup. It was very tasty, plenty of different layers of flavors and textures with each scoop. I didn't think I would like raisins in a red lentil soup but it was a very yummy surprise! We'll definitely be back to try the hamburger, their soup of the day and the housemade chips!!

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Fattoria E Mare

4.2(438 reviews)

0.2 mi

The Bucatini is phenomenal and our server was very professional. She finished it off in the cheese…read morewheel which was entertaining and delightful. 5 out of 5 recommend.

My husband and I stopped in today. We were greeted by Sebastian with a warm friendly smile. I had a…read morefresh, delicious cosmopolitan and my husband had beer that he loved and had never tried before and was very happy with the recommendation. We ordered the flank steak sandwich which was full of steak and crumbled blue cheese, amazing! We also ordered the scallops, which were cooked to perfection! We will definitely return!

Inside, lots of skylights and natural lighting

Crisp galette, smooth carrot purée, and sweet cipollini onions, creating a bold, well-balanced dish with rich, layered flavors

Fattoria E Mare - Freshly muddled, perfectly chilled. At Factoria e Mare, our bar program brings a creative edge to the classics. A short drive from Pacifica

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Freshly muddled, perfectly chilled. At Factoria e Mare, our bar program brings a creative edge to the classics. A short drive from Pacifica

Pilot Light

4.3(237 reviews)

4.8 mi

Was driving down half moon bay and saw this cute place where you can dine and watch planes fly by…read more 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.

Rustic cafe connected to the Half Moon Bay airport, which means you can sit outside or by the…read morewindows 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.

Beautiful kitchen and cute and quirky setup. Very homey feeling with a lot of character

Classic combo: 2 eggs to order, sausage (choice of bacon or ham available), potato hash, buttered sourdough

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Pasta Moon

4.0(1.9k reviews)

0.7 mi

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Came here around 7pm because I was in the area and severely craving butternut squash ravioli. The…read morerestaurant was beautiful and spacious, and our servers were so welcoming and kind. If you take a look at my reviews, you might notice that I have been on the search for the best pesto gnocchi and the best butternut squash ravioli. The ravioli here at Pasta Moon most likely takes the #1 spot. I'm not sure what the crumble on top of the ravioli is, but it almost tasted like brown sugar. I was very impressed with how well the squash and mascarpone blended and tasted together. I honestly wanted to come back the next day. I also tried the bolognese: the pasta noodles were evidently fresh and very delicious.

I had bookmarked Pasta Moon for a long time after hearing so many positive things, so we chose to…read morecome here for Mother's Day lunch. We were initially very excited, as the interior is beautiful, cozy, modern, and has such a welcoming atmosphere. Unfortunately, the service completely overshadowed the experience. It started with something simple: drinks. We were offered water, so we also asked for hot water and coffee in addition to iced water, but the busboy responded with, "I only do water," which was fine. However, the two water cups he brought were visibly dirty with stains both inside and out. We wanted to ask for replacements, but couldn't find him again for nearly 15 minutes. When our server came to take our order, we mentioned the cups, and she said she would ask the busboy to come over. About 15 minutes later, she returned with appetizers, but still no busboy. We asked again if someone could replace the cups, and she finally waved the busboy down. Even though he was already standing right beside our table, instead of addressing the issue directly, she pointed at us and told him to "ask them." When we explained the stains, the busboy initially argued and said, "I don't see it," and we had to point them out before he reluctantly agreed to replace the cups. Ironically, one of the replacement cups still had brown bits floating inside, but at that point we just gave up. During the meal, we also tried to order a cup of coffee. The server simply said, "hold on," and never came back. Throughout the entire lunch, she never once checked on our table, despite checking on nearby tables multiple times and repeatedly walking past ours. What stood out even more was overhearing another table next to us complain that they had been seated for 30 minutes and were still waiting to order. Instead of apologizing or showing any empathy, the server smiled and responded with, "good." By the end of the meal, we had to ask another staff member just to get our check. Only then did the server finally reappear and casually ask if we needed anything else. The food itself was average at best and nowhere near memorable enough to make up for the experience. Between the poor service, lack of attentiveness, and cleanliness concerns, this was deeply disappointing, especially for a place with such a strong reputation. Sadly, I don't think I would return or recommend it to others.