We had a three night stay to celebrate our birthdays and wedding anniversary. We were late in…read morearriving - it was dark and couldn't see anything beyond our deck - but they were ready for us. A nice surprise waiting in our room: chocolate covered strawberries and a bottle of champagne, a nice way to start things off. We explored the Japanese hot pools. They have separate men and women pools with one in the middle if you want to meet and look at the sky together. Very romantic and the water temperature was just right. It was wonderful to wake up the next morning and have a perfect view of the ocean from our room. We had breakfast, we walked around the grounds for a little hike, back to our room to hang out. Lunch, more walking, dinner. Rinse and repeat. Spent one afternoon carving a pumpkin we picked up along the way. The staff were professional and friendly, kept our room stocked with bath salts, coffee pods and a bottle of water on the nightstand when they turn down the bed. Gorgeous views, awesome weather. It is a great place to unwind and just be.

Fantastic all inclusive resort in the hills of Big Sur. It is pricey, though all meals and…read morebeverages (except alcoholic drinks) are included along with some complimentary amenties. This is my second time at the resort, once before COVID and then this recent experience. Things I missed from the pre-COVID days: Complimentary Daily newspaper to read on your balcony each morning, daily happy hour with wine and charcuterie in the social house, excursion off site to Pfeiffer beach for a hike and lunch and morning yoga on the Sur Wedding Vista. It's was adults only - while there were no children at the resort the second time, it does change the vibe when families of young children are there. No welcome signature cocktail (though they do offer bubbly upon arrival). The views are gorgeous and there's a lot of trails to hike and explore on the premise. Take advantage of the various hikes they offer (complimentary) and check out the garden activities too. The morning meditation was also a nice way to start the day. The restaurants are Sur House or Poolside. It's a limited menu, but you can find something for all types of eater - carnivore, vegetarian, vegan, etc. As it's an all inclusive, temper expectations as it's not a Michelin star/Bib Gourmand restaurant. It's good quality ingredients made in bulk for the day. Sometimes items needed more salt (or less!), sometimes it needed more spice (you can ask for hot sauce/salsa), etc. The best bites were 1/ pesto arancini balls (only during happy hour) - best deep fried item I've had ever ... crispy shell with a well balanced pesto, rice and cheese inside that is creamy, hot and delicious, 2/ zeppole (donut holes, available only during brunch) that are piping hot, pillowy and airy, not too sweet (dusted with powered sugar) and so incredible with a cup of coffee. The Poolside is lighter fare and the theme was cantina. I only ate there once and it was ok. The staff is friendly and courteous. Always saying good morning/evening, asking if you need anything, offering golf cart rides to and fro the premise, etc. Very welcoming! Come here to recharge, soak in the outdoors and take things leisurely.

Unfortunately for us, Post Ranch Inn was one of our first stops on an eight-day coastal road trip…read more Unfortunate because they set a standard no other property or restaurant was going to match. I knew that going in. It was still starker than I expected. Start with the property. When that is the view off your deck, why go anywhere else? Stunning doesn't cover it. We hiked much of the grounds and every turn delivered something new. The kind of place that makes you slow down without even trying. Then the restaurant. Everything was perfect -- service, quality, execution. Much of the food sourced on property or from the surrounding community. My wife declared the salad the best she'd ever had. High praise for a salad. High praise, full stop. Special shout out to our server Yasmany and bartender Thomas -- both exceptional. What struck me most was how effortless the entire staff made it look. These are people who deal with guests from around the world, all arriving with high expectations of a high-end experience. And yet nothing felt forced. Nobody appeared to be trying to impress us. It was just perfect service, perfectly delivered. That's the rarest thing in hospitality. Highlight of the trip. Hands down. And I suspect, never to be repeated.

This review is for Sierra Mar restaurant at Post Ranch. Even if the food wasn't good ( it's…read moreFantastic) people would still take 20 minutes to "oooh and wow" the views of this special spectacular setting and wouldn't care. This is an incredible place. Can you tell I like it? Wine Spectator top Award, with prices to match but frankly , who cares? You're not going there to pinch pennies. Enjoy yourselves and experience everything about the property. We had lunch today with friends celebrating a birthday. If there is a better place on California's coast I don't know where it is-- started with some Chardonnay to get things going. A lovely Roar '21 Rosalia. Devine. We were offered two menu options-one a pre-fixe for $85. App, main, dessert. A really excellent choice given the choices of fresh seafood or meat options and beautiful salad options. Additionally they offered à la carte with similar options but just different enough to entice. Several folks opted for a CA salad and then had the fish of the day put on top --I went for a special burger with a home made brioche bun , amazing fries and a Caesar salad. Haven't had a burger like that in ages. I have menu pics and interior exterior pics displaying options. Easier than me playing Stanley Tucci... I cannot emphasize enough how wonderful and professional the service is at Sierra Mar. Apologies to our server ( lovely young lady with long dark hair and a smile that says, "what can I do for you?" Whose name we did not get---she and the gentleman who helped with the wine were outstanding.

I truly believe this is one of the most special places to stay in Big Sur. There's a certain…read morefeeling you get when everything is just right--and the little Sur (room N) delivered the perfect setting - peacefulness, romance, and nature. The location of the cabin is right off the creek of their property. Also It had rained the day before, so a small waterfall was flowing directly across from our place. That evening we sat by the fire, roasting marshmallows and sipping champagne while listening to the water and looking up at the redwood trees. It was just so magical. One detail I especially loved was the heated bathroom floors--such a cozy surprise and something I'm definitely not used to! The entire cabin was spotless and beautifully maintained. I'm very particular about cleanliness in hotels so I brought my mattress vacuum cleaner to inspect--the bed and pillows were not dusty, which gave me a peace of mind. Overall, our stay was perfectly the way I want to remember this trip. If I had stayed somewhere else, I don't think I would have had a great of an experience in Big Sur. Ambience and the aesthetics of the property grounds is important to me and it checked off all the boxes. April turned out to be the perfect time to visit: sunny, peaceful, and more affordable than peak season. I loved everything about this stay and we're already planning to come back. Recommendations: the pillows are goose down so it doesn't work for neck support. Bring a pillow you like from home if you have neck issues. Also, in Little Sur, your bed is underneath a window. Turn the blinds upwards so you don't wake up to the light in your eyes:)

Beautiful hotel. You get your own cozy little room depending on what you book. Hotel was very…read moreclean, which to me is the first and most important thing. Smelled good, sheets and bathroom were all spotless. It's very quiet, the ambiance is super romantic and relaxed. Rooms are quite pricey, but so is everything else around there. Staff were friendly. They also let you walk around some of the property in the back which is very nice.

Every dish was thoughtfully prepared and absolutely delicious--each course felt intentional,…read morebeautifully presented, and full of flavor. The menu showcased a perfect balance of creativity and refinement, with ingredients that tasted incredibly fresh and well-paired. You can really tell how much care goes into every detail, from the composition of the dishes to the pacing of the meal. Beyond the food, the setting is just as remarkable. The views are stunning and elevate the entire experience, making it feel both special and serene. Overall, it was a truly memorable meal, and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for an exceptional dining experience in Big Sur.

Wanted a nice meal that would be a contrast to the hiking shoes and forest roadside diner. The view…read morewas amazing, our day was filled with the marine layer/clouds so it felt like we were dining above the clouds. Prefix lunch was plenty enough to eat without the additional appetizer. The drinks are nice and all the food is served family style. Between the salmon, lion's mane mushroom, and steak, my favorite was the mushroom. The steak was a bit more cooked than the medium rare requested. There's indoor and outdoor dining. The weather was nice enough to eat outside too. If you wanted, there are shades that can be pulled down to cover the floor to ceiling windows. You can also walk out into their small balconies to enjoy the view. The staff is very friendly and made us feel welcomed. Valet is complimentary, but there's quite a few stairs to climb from the valet to the restaurant. There are electric vehicle charging as well. If needed, I think individuals can be driven up to accommodate mobility issues.

The best thing about the restaurant is its ambience. It is located overlooking the Pacific Ocean…read moreinside the Alila Ventana resort. On a warm April weekend, it was a beautiful place for brunch. We started with a few cocktails and mocktails. They were all well made and presented, but the favorites were the Cowboy and the Negroni. Cowboy had a nice presentation and had a smoky taste. Tomatini consommé did not have the flavor of Bloody Mary and tasted alright. Falafel Benedict was a nice idea with two eggs Benedict set on two falafels. It tasted good and falafel were a tasty and healthy replacement for English muffins. California Frittata came in a cast iron pan and was also well done. These two dishes were on the smaller portion size. Ventana breakfast and Margherita pizza were on the larger portion sizes and both tasted good. We tried three dessert and while they were all decent, none of them were impressive - Heirloom Wheat Waffles (shareable with 4 people), Strawberry Tiramisu (on the sour side) and Ricotta Zeppole (the custard was quite generic). The service was excellent, even though things moved at a relaxed pace. We did not mind it with the beautiful setting, weather and the view of the pacific.

Someone decided it was a good idea for me to become Yelp Elite so naturally I had to ball out on…read morethis trip so my first review as a Yelp Elite SLAPS! JK I booked this on points a year in advance because it was the best way to get the cheapest point redemption at 45k points per night. Sadly this is going away with the devaluation... Ok onto the food, service, and vibes. Food - The breakfast was phenomenal...don't sleep on this place! While the dinners were also great. It's definitely memorable when you think about where you are and how the food is so darn good. It has a farm to table vibe while tasting like fine dining. The standouts to me was the Ventana Breakfast (basic but so goood) and the Branzino (catch of the day) which was cooked to perfection. Service - The breakfast service was sort of a miss on one day where they forgot my avocados to go with my Ventana Breakfast but we had great service at dinner. Our dinner servers on one night was Leo and he was so pleasant and kind of reminded me of Pedro Pascal lol Vibes - Each time we came here the music was exactly what I wanted. From sunset vibes like Tycho to 2000's soft rock....each meal had the right energy. It was relaxing but still upbeat. I found myself smiling and being grateful for being able to experience such a resort and restaurant! Overall I'd give it a 4.5 out of 5. The inconsistency in service was surprising but it wasn't a big deal. I highly recommend staying here at least once! Especially if you need a break from city life but are too bougie for real camping lol

Beautiful property and relaxing environment. We did multiple complimentary activities like…read moreforaging, honey tasting, and the coast ridge hike. The activities are a good way to enjoy the nature and spend time outside of relaxing at the pool or at the room. The room we booked had complimentary firewood bags so that was very nice to set a fire in the fireplace every night. All inclusive hotel amenities like complimentary meals are so convenient and makes the experience stress free. Reservations are required for dinner so be mindful to make them beforehand. The brunch menu was expansive and provided a variety of options for breakfast and lunch. The falafel Benedict was really salty so I don't recommend that one. The dinner menu is not that large so you can finish out the menu in 4 nights. The steak of the day was fantastic, fish of the day also superb with branzino one of the nights. The ahi tuna was bland in my opinion compared to the preparation of the fish of the day. The lobster risotto was very generous with lobster.

My daughter and I stayed at Alila for 2 nights. We had our room upgraded…read more The room was very comfortable. The fridge was stocked with snacks and drinks. There was a Nespresso coffee machine and hot water pot for tea. The room was maintained well. Turndown service replaced used towels and included pillow gifts. The towels were soft and absorbent. The bed was comfortable. The fireplace included bags with wood for easy starting. It was quiet and the scent was soothing. We took the foragers cocktail activity. Karen was very energetic and cute. We started muddling strawberries then mixed them with bitters and shook up a cocktail. We then took our drinks into the garden and Karen told us which plants were what. After we collected some herbs we went back and made our own bitters. They suggested some combinations. We chose nettles, orange peel and vanilla bean. We both had deep tissue massages. They were done in a cabana overlooking the hills. It was peaceful and relaxing. We ate our dinners and breakfasts at the restruant Sur.

Austin was amazing! He showed up on time for his estimate and for work. He worked steady,…read morecleaning up as he finished each room. He was extremely careful not to scratch the painted walls and ceiling. He would highly recommend hom for any job.

I was having a difficult time replacing an EV Charger and needed some professional assistance. I…read morecontacted Black Diamond to help out and they were able to come the very next morning. The work was done quick and professionally. I would highly recommend them.

This was my second project with Pacific Electric. The first was installing 2 EV chargers in my…read moregarage. Sal was recommended by the builder of my home, and he did a great job installing the NEMA 14-50 outlets as well as mounting the chargers on my garage walls. So it was a no-brainer to text Sal when I needed to add a new electrical outlet in my outdoor room for a subwoofer. I sent some pictures and a description of what I was looking for, and Sal quoted a fair price. He was out the next day to install the outlet, and I am very happy to have my subwoofer in a much better location for my outdoor room. Now I need to find a credenza or something to hide his great work under the TV and put the sub next to it.

Reached out via website to schedule an estimate. Received an email response with the option to text…read moreor call. Sent a text with information and never got a reply, phone number that was given was never answered and had a mail box that was not setup. Not sure if the request we had was not worth the time or if there was a communication issue. Ended up going with another electrician and had a great experience. Wish this could have worked out.

Jay was kind, flexible, and so excited with me during my grad photos! Most importantly, he made me…read morefeel comfortable. He took many, many shots in a variety of places and I just love how they turned out. I will definitely be returning back to home for my future photography needs!

Jay was very good at communicating by email. Booked him a couple of weeks in advance and then I…read morechanged the date and he was very accommodating. The shoot was located at Asilomar beach- quick, easy, and fast- just what I wanted. He gave us a notice that the photos could take up to 2 weeks but he had them ready in a few days. They turned out great and his pricing was perfect for our budget! I had about 20+ Great pictures with Great quality! Also A GREAT PRICE! Come on what a steal! Thank you Jay you are amazing!