Friendly welcoming atmosphere Great wine selections and…read moregood price range Comfortable seating for conversation

Wonderful place to go after dinner to have a nice glass of wine and listen to some great music. My…read morewife and I went there following our dinner at Brydge. I was surprised to hear the singer, Bob was the owner as well. The wine selection is excellent and the ambience is quaint and cozy. No better place to spend your evening with friends and family while in Cambria.

Good vibes, nice drinks, and staff was super nice, perfect for a chill night out. Went here with my…read morewife to get a few drinks and cap off the night, the drinks were well made. Love the overall decor of the place very rustic.

the slutty margarita prepared by kate... this beverage bangs harder than a gorilla in the spring.read more

There is absolutely more to do in Cambria aside from Hearst Castle, and one of those things is $10…read morewine tasting. That sign alone caught my eye immediately and when you go inside, it is a great wine store featuring mostly local smallbatch wineries in the region, and the staff are very friendly. Trina gave me some local recommendations for dinner and overall was very well-versed her knowledge of the wines from the different areas and even convinced me to buy a bottle of Moscato. I also got a cute coaster for a souvenir! Highly recommend.

After a delicious meal we decided to take a walk and ended up in this awesome place! We were…read moregreeted immediately upon entry which was a good feeling. We met Luann who was kind and knowledgeable about the wines we decided to taste. We stood at the bar to do five wine tastings. The curated list of options is spectacular. Plenty of options but not overwhelming. We loved this experience so much we went back the next day and did it again! Kindness goes along way and wine tastings g is meant to be fun and memorable. Fermentations gave us that each time! I'm looking forward to drinking some of the bottles we purchased and may even join the club! When in Cambria stop by and treat yourself!

I very much appreciate this hotel. Because of our pet cat getting suddenly ill, I had to cancel our…read morereservation on the morning we were due to check in, and they were willing to waive the cancellation fee. Looking forward to rebooking our trip with this hotel in the future :)

We had a good experience here for our getaway in Cambria with our husky. The location was ideal for…read morewalking on the dog-friendly Moonstone Beach boardwalk, the rooms were nice, and parking was free. The deep tub was also perfect for a long soak and overall the property and the area were quiet. I was glad that we had a fireplace and air conditioning because we needed both during our April stay. We didn't have breakfast other than coffee, so I can't comment on that. I agree with other reviewers that the hotel doesn't quite fit the upscale image on the website and social media. Customer service was similar to what we encountered from Morro Bay up to Ragged Point: more standoffish than expected, but ultimately helpful. All in all, we would stay here again if we wanted another retreat on the Central Coast.

Had lunch here on May 16, 2026 at approximately 1330 hrs. The restaurant was pretty busy, full…read morepatio. We had about a 5 minute wait to be seated, we asked for first availability and we were seated indoors. Parking is extremely challenging, we had to park on the street and a bit away. The rating is based on two things food and service. There were 5 in our party so rather than put two tables together (empty tables were available) and seat us comfortably, they crammed us in a table that sat 4 and added an extra chair at the head of the table. We literally had no extra space for our food. Appetizer: oysters on a half shell. 6 oysters served with a side of cocktail sauce with horseradish and one small lemon wedge. Oysters tasted fresh Mains: clam chowder in a bread bowl. The clam chowder here is okay. Menu description: Homemade New England-style clam chowder served piping hot in our crusty sourdough round (contains bacon). Sourdough bowl was far from "crusty", bread was lightly toasted (did not have any brown toasted color at all. Bacon was nonexistent as were traditional potato chunks. The chowder was pretty grainy. I would not order this again. Very disappointing. Fish and Chips: menu description: Best catch white fish lightly breaded served with lemon, tartar sauce, and shoestring French fries. When asked what fish was used, waiter did not know and guessed cod. The fish were about 5 pieces of small fish. The fish was not greasy and tasted freshly fried. The tartar sauce was pretty good. The fries were, not my favorite, kinda hard and even worse once they cooled down. Other than the French fry quality, I would order this dish again and try to substitute the fries for a coleslaw. Fish Tacos: Two tacos served with corn tortillas stuffed with lightly breaded white fish served with cheese, jalapeño cream slaw, and salsa fresca. I did not try the tacos but my friend said they were pretty tasty. Dessert: Molten Chocolate Cake. A chocolate cake filled with dark chocolate truffle served warm with vanilla ice cream and whipped cream. This dessert was served warm and it was delicious. Service 10/10. Waiter was very friendly and attentive. Overall, Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill has pretty amazing ocean views and ambience is pretty laid back. The food however, was hit and miss and parking is extremely challenging during peak hours.

Perfect chill spot to visit for lunch after driving along the coast. The ocean view from the…read morerestaurant is pretty good. The clam chowder was nice and hot! Served with some oyster cracker it was good. I started to look for the clams but they were sitting at the bottom of the dish. The oysters were just missing some vinegar base unfortunately.

Another fantastic experience! Saturday night in late March and arrived at 4:25. We scored the last…read moretwo spots at the bar. We enjoyed cocktails in the parking lot and met some nice people visiting from Evergreen, CO. We love the atmosphere when you first arrive, with all of the chefs prepped in anticipation of the bustle of the first patrons arriving. We split the Rockefeller for a starter. It went great with the Markham Sauv Blanc!! We had the shrimp scampi over pasta--so ridiculously good, it should be illegal. We also had the sea bass which was tasty. The potatoes on the side are perfectly done every time. I would say a 4pm arrival is probably the right time to get in line. Worth the wait!!

Not worth the hype…read more We went to Sea Chest Oyster Bar last night. Honestly, it was extremely disappointing. The food was lackluster and bland. The Clam Chowder tasted like flour and needed salt. The Soy Ginger Mahi Mahi was presented with the Soy Ginger sauce on the side, rather than being cooked in. It was so bland you had to search for the flavor of the sauce. I'm not sure how a dish with soy needed more salt, but it certainly did. Rather than it being a reduction or the fish actually cooked in it, it was just flavorless. And don't get me started on my Halibut. All of the fish is cooked in butter, which should give it some flavor, but it did not. We are usually plate-cleaners, but we both ate only about half of our meal. Lackluster, boring, bland. I would say it was a one-note flavor, but you'd have to have some flavor for that to be true. The only positive I have about the fish is that it was fresh, so I guess there's something. The service was fine. I can imagine what it's like to have an entire restaurant sat at the same time, so there should be some forgiveness there. But for $200 for two people for one appetizer, two entrees, and three glasses of wine, I would expect to be able to get through the meal.

so glad we were able to snag last minute reservations!…read more there are two madeline's, this one, is located on main st in the east village and the other madeline's is on moonstone beach drive that faces the ocean! madeline's on main is dog friendly. they have two - two person table in their patio. the madeline's on moonstone beach drive is not pet friendly. after a long day of traveling. we were so hungry and tired. but still wanted to go somewhere nice for dinner. it was warner weather that wknd, so we were glad to sit outside! we ordered: Crab Cakes Stuffed Chicken Breast Filet Mignon everything was so delicious!! i was getting so full but kept eating lol. the also provide complimentary house bread with butter (10/10) its so fresh and tasty! parking: no issues. lots of street parking everywhere.

I've been here a couple of times and last time it was good but not as good as the time before so I…read moregave it only 4 stars but I will come again and maybe I will give it 5 stars like I remember it deserves. Great French bistro with very good food with great ambiance. Everything is good on the menu and they have a very big selection of wines. Don't expect big portions, it's a French bistro! The service is good but as much as I like sitting at the bar, I wouldn't come here again by myself. The best way to enjoy this place is to sit at the table and share dishes and try different wines

Always drop in when visiting Cambria. The staff is always friendly and helpful. The bourbon…read moreselection is outstanding. Hard to find items like Eagle Rare and Buffalo Trace abound. Nearly the full range of Weller is here as well. There is bourbon here for every taste and budget. If you feel like breaking the budget, look on the wall over the register for the Antique Collection and Van Winkle. I know that bourbon is not for everyone, happily you will find tequila, rum, vodka, etc. Again in every price range. There is plenty of beer and wine available as well.

Pretty sure this liquor store has just about every type of liquor or wine you will ever want or…read moreneed! Super stocked on great, local wines! Love that! Whether you need it for a picnic or something for the beach. They will have it!

After a day exploring the coastline, we decided to have a relaxed dinner at the Black Cat Bistro…read more They offer a pleasant atmosphere for a casual, yet refined dining experience. It is located in a small older home converted into a restaurant with several dining areas. The interior decor is warm & cozy without being overly pretentious. The tables were dressed in white table cloths (covered with white paper) with candle light casting an inviting atmosphere to relax and enjoy one's meal. The staff was warm, welcoming and knowledgeable. The service was relaxed and unhurried. Our sea scallops entrée was a bit disappointing as the scallop size was quite small. Besides the corn pudding, the dish was in need of some spice but the creamy tomatillo sauce made it acceptable. The lamb chops entrée filled the plate and was plated quite nicely. The chops were well prepared with a nice char and quite flavorful. The Black Cat Bistro offers a nice selection of wines, many of which are from local vintners.

We made a dinner reservation when we booked our trip to Cambria. The black cat has a quiet romantic…read morevibe with dimly lit interior and candle lit tables. They offer an extensive wine list. I opted for the White blend to go with my clam chowder and scallops. Chowder was delicious. Scallops too but maybe slightly overcooked. All flavors went well together. Mom ordered the Pork chop which was a generous portion but maybe a tad overcooked. Dessert offerings were chocolate lava cake, chocolate pot de creme, and sticky toffee pudding, but sadly too full for another bite. Overall a beautiful spot with great service and delicious food.

We love this place! quick snacks and drinks, lower gas prices. The owner's yelp responses are just…read morean added bonus! Freaking hilarious! We love you guys.

It's 2024 and the worker behind the counter in this establishment blatantly ignored me. I had to…read morereally try hard to get his attention (he was busy not doing anything else but ignoring the only patron in the store...me) to ask if they have lotto tickets. He annoyingly answered, "yes" barely acknowledging me. I wanted to get a ticket, but another person walked in who was on her phone and bought something, and he eagerly and politely rang her up. I'm trying not to make it a racial issue, but why do I have to try so hard to excuse his meanness and unfair behavior? I will not be supporting such a business that inflicts injustice, intentionally or not.