Staff is really nice 2 dollar waters…read more Unlimited coffee refills Doggie treats you can buy! I got the hot dog pretty standard love what they do for the community!

Wide selection. Service is fast. Don't bother with the scones. They're overworked and chewy instead…read moreof light and flaky.

When we dropped by, the place was busy. Crills Salt Water Taffy in Morro Bay that is. It's been…read morearound since 1970. Look for the bright soft blue colored stand. They're known for their signature hand stretched taffy. They have around 18 flavors! Sold in 3 sizes. 1/4 lb $3.25, 1/2 lb $6.50, and 1lb $13. But they aren't a one trick pony. They also sell home made.. fudge (in Over 6 flavors) , cinnamon rolls, caramel apples, cotton candy, peanut brittle , chocolates (8 varieties); and hard candy, lollipops, soft serve and a full coffee menu. The taffy keeps me coming back. The taffy has a melt in your mouth creaminess after the first chew. Nice balanced caramelized sugar and butter base. But on hot or super cold days, the taffy can get that sticky stretch. Ok now to the ordering protocol. There are two walkup windows, two separate lines. The day I dropped in, folks were making up lines. Line cutting, very chaotic. And near customer taffy raging. Like these folks need more sugar. The cashier was in a bit of a frazzled mood. Not grumpy but exhausted. I really can't blame her. The crowd was ruff and unruly. Demanding. But she continued to provide on point customer and kept the kind moving. Kudus to her for her customer service skills.

Best salt water taffy. The soft serve is amazing also…read more My husband loves the peanut brittle. You can buy all of different flavors of taffy. It is very soft and doesnt stick to your teeth. It is for sure the best taffy I have ever had.

Absolutely amazing! Everything was incredibly fresh and tasted fantastic. We ordered the açaí bowl,…read morepiña colada bowl, avocado toast with egg, lox bagel, pistachio cream latte, and the Beets Me juice, and every single item was delicious. The staff was friendly and This was a great healthy option. We'll definitely be making this a regular stop every time we come to Morro Bay. Highly recommend!

Another ride another adventure, this one near my backyard. This place is right on the corner of…read moreFront and Beach. Next to the Jerky Place, Bakery, and the surf shop, it's a good stop. Theres also a really good restaurant there, Frankies n' Lolas. See my review. Anyways I'm waiting to pick up a ride, she bumped me to a later pick up time, twice...err. So I went into the Smoothies place to check it out, oh and write a review as I wait. Cozy as it gets with the friendly staff, actually looked like they enjoy the job and human interactions. I asked for a Mango something smoothie but no pineapple, be creative. The place has a good variety of drinks and edibles, sandwiches, salads, avocado toast, and on and on. If you don't see it they would probably make it for you. Now granted I was the only order being made at this moment and my smoothie was delivered to me as I sat at the bistro table out front. I was surprised how flavorful the smoothie was, I don't know why I thought that but it did taste good, a bit pricy. I'm good with pricy and this was backed up with quality ingredients and stellar service. Ah...yes and supporting local business is good for everyone Thanks, I'll see you again! Foodguy-Martin

Back today! After being away for a while (years!) and the staff is just as friendly as I remember!…read moreIt's been many years, so different people, but everyone I encountered, was so nice, friendly, helpful! I wish I had asked names, so that I could shout them out! One woman, light brown/blonde hair, seemed to be in training, and she was very helpful, the young man helping her, and who also helped my fiancé choose a lobster he has blonde hair, so very helpful! We are out of towners, but will be back! **went back! Fiancé could not stay away from the fresh/live lobster! The names I want to SHOUT OUT are Justin, and Heidi! They are kind and helpful! Thank you both so much!

First time trying Giovanni's. Ordering was quick when I was there, which was actually what made me…read moredecide to eat here. There was also parking right in front, with no line, which was convenient. I wanted something fried, but when I saw that they use canola oil, I decided to go with the salmon tacos instead. Salmon isn't exactly a local fish, but it's usually a safe bet, especially when it's fresh frozen. I got the salmon tacos, which came as two tacos on two tortillas. The salmon was topped with a little cabbage and tomato, melted cheese, and what seemed to be some onion and cilantro. They also included a small serving of salsa. Overall, they were decent, but not the best salmon tacos I've had. One thing that was a little annoying was that some of the salmon had the dark "bloodline" still attached. I usually scrape that off because I find that part of the fish more bitter and strongly flavored. That's especially awkward with tacos because you're trying to remove it from pieces of fish that are already in the taco. I've had salmon tacos elsewhere where that part had been trimmed off, so there was nothing to deal with. No bones, though. The tacos were a little pricey at just over $20 with tax, but you're in a tourist area and it's California, so that wasn't exactly surprising. They made for a decent meal, and sitting outside was pleasant.

We were passing through town and wanted lunch. We ordered our food at the counter and sat outside…read more There is a nice view of the ocean. Despite being outside, they checked up on us often. The meal came with Fantastic home made tortilla chips. I had the California burrito. Which was very good, but didn't have shrimp. My experience is the California burrito usually comes with Asada and Shrimp. We also had the chicken Taquitos and a side great salad. Overall, a great meal.

Things change and so do people, and so it is with what once was a wonderful, truly Mexican cafe…read morealong Hwy 1 outside of Morro Bay, CA. They use to serve GIGANTIC burritos, stuffed to bursting with homemade carnitas and other meats. Well, the crowds were no longer there and there was actually parking available immediately in front of the building. And the building looked like it had experienced some hard times. One man at the cash register taking orders. You could read the menu behind him posted on the wall. Very basic options and the interior seating was at 1950s style linoleum kitchen tables and chairs. Probably bought at a flea market. We were crushed. I had a combo platter of one crispy carnitas taco at $23. Ground beef. Very basic and lacked flavor. Outrageous for over $20. Wife had two enchiladas a la carte, cheese and green at $13. Mush. At least we have our memories and hope that someone will come along to resurrect it into at least something close to what was.

My boyfriend and I took a weekend trip to morro bay and stumbled on this restaurant when we visited…read morethe weekend farmers market. Plenty of seating and outdoor seating if you're bringing your dog like I did! The decor inside is nice and it's a clean shop. We ordered the Eric's road trip smash burger. You get chips with your order. Water is self serve. The only downside was that there were only 2 employees working so service was slow, but they were nice. It took 20 minutes for our burger to come out and they bring it to you if you're dining in. It was sooo good we were so surprised! We loved the bread and how crispy the meat was. I'd recommend it!

Stopped in for a quick lunch, and got the Chicken Salad Sandwich, along with a Vanilla Matcha…read moreLatte. Will say, everything turned out good. Wasn't quite sure what to expect with the Harissa Mayo, but was quite surprised as it was different. Taste like an Indian spice? (I'm not sure) but it was good, went well & the toasted Sourdough is a nice touch. The Matcha latte was also good, not overpowering for those who don't quite like the taste of Matcha. Definitely want to try their Smash Burger! All in all: Friendly service, cool little spot. Worth trying out if you haven't yet!

When you're in Morro Bay and spot a giant BAKERY sign, head inside! This is La Parisienne, and it…read moreis mos def worth the stop. We were lucky enough to snag the last almond croissant, and what a treat it was. The exterior had a sweet, delicate crunch, and with each bite, rich almond filling oozed out for the perfect balance of texture and flavor. It wasn't overloaded with powdered sugar, and the sweetness was just right--indulgent without being overwhelming. I also tried a slice of the salmon and leek quiche. It was light and fluffy while still feeling substantial and satisfying. The combination of savory salmon and sweet leek worked beautifully together. Whether you're starting your morning or looking for a midday pick-me-up, the quiche is a must-try. I was excited to try the house made mango-infused black iced tea, but unfortunately, there was nothing mango flavored about it That said, this bakery is still well worth a visit. Between the pastries and quiche, it is an easy stop to recommend when you're in Morro Bay.

Tried several of their items and wasn't too impressed. As I left I heard a patron who ordered a…read morecheeseburger. I wouldn't have even thought to order one but he said it was the best in town. I will be back to try the cheeseburger!! The Apple brioche was beautiful but way too big. The Blackberry Cream Cheese Danish was messy and hardly any cream cheese. The Chocolate Croissant was good. Iced Mocha was OK. Turkey sandwich on croissant was really heavy, not much to write home about though. Caramel Oatmeal cookie good. Raisin Oatmeal was really good. Chocolate Chip Oatmeal crumbled. Almond Oatmeal was OK. Friendly folks, got a handicapped place right in front. They are open until 3:00.

This review is ONLY about the desserts. We did not eat a meal here…read more I LOVE FOSTER'S ICE CREAM! The soft serve, the shakes, the blasts...I can't say enough about how delicious they are! Service is quick & friendly, and we like to sit outside when it's nice. Place is always crowded; that tells you a lot! If you're looking for delicious ice cream, visit Fosters!

Onion rings overcooked in old grease, half burnt, and greasy!…read moreThe Ranch dressing(they charge for) was delicious! The 7 dollar small cone dipped in chocolate was a mess, the chocolate was so hot melted the cone had to eat out of a napkin it was so melted

Came in on the weekend and barely missed the growing line. Cute little house store-front and small…read moreshop inside. Tables and seating outside if you wanted to enjoy your baked goods there. I purchased the pain au levain, in lieu of a baguette, for $12. The price is pretty steep for a loaf, but seems to be the going rate for these smaller boutique bake shops. The bread itself was warm when I purchased it, which was awesome. Enjoyed it with my coffee, but did find it to be a little doughy on the inside. Good flavor, but not something I would come back for. I'd rate it a solid 3.5. I also purchased the chocolate chip cookies. I think I completely went brain dead when I bought these, because I did read they were gluten-free and vegan, but still bought the pack of 6. Man, they looked like chocolate chip cookies, but didn't taste like chocolate to me, at all. For a regular chocolate chip cookie lover, it's a 1 star. For someone looking for a gluten-free and vegan cookie, this could be a winner. Maybe.

Hello! You had me at absolutely charming!…read more First of all, I've never been to Morro Bay and it was probably the only torrential rainy day in a Century. Being from Seattle, I'm nothing but used to the rain. But this little visit to the bakery warmed my heart. As we drove to the bakery we stopped at Morro Rock, , so I could actually see the amazing 23 million year old monolith. So fun to see the surfers out there! As we started driving into a neighborhood to get to the basket, I was like, "What? Am I going to Gramma's house?" And then, we pull into the freaking cutest little beach house with a garden that made the bleakest day make you feel like sunshine and rainbows. Upon entry, the baked spices and smells blow your olfactories! Yummm! We felt the young lady was very overwhelmed with all the baking!! And maybe our dumbfoundedness was overwhelming. Or maybe I was overwhelmed with so many amazing options and goodies!! She had just pulled something out of the oven. We ordered lemon curd and raspberry tarts, brownies, curry croissants, ham and cheese croissant, french onion soup croissant and some other cookie that someone snuck in on the sly. Sadly, there was no seating there, so we had to take everything to go. Luckily we were only 10 min away. Everything was epically delicious. Especially the flaky curry croissants!!!! They really know how to do it!!! If we had more time we would try their bread. I can't imagine what this place is like when it's peak season but it must be crazy! It is a must visit!!!

The chowder was so good we stopped by two days in a row! Ordering was easy. Thursday was…read moresignificantly less busy than Friday afternoon. Love the outdoor seating options. Great views. There isn't a bathroom, but there's a public restroom nearby. Tons of four hour parking and street parking. Clam appetizer ($14) 2/5 - underwhelming Fish and chips ($19) 3/5 - fish was fresh and moist, batter was good, fish flavor was bland, fries were good Rose ($22-bottle) - excellent value, refreshing Grilled fish taco 3/5 - not very memorable, fish was fresh Oysters ($3/piece) 4/5 - fresh, wish it came with minonette Clam chowder ($9-large) 5/5 - 100% would come back just for this. Creamy, lots of clams and super rich

My family has been here before over the years and we decided to drop in after a 3 hour drive for…read morelunch. On arrival, there were three immature young adults working the counter who were horsing around while we waited to get our order taken. Once I finally spoke up, I was cut off multiple times being asked "I need name for the order", mind you there was four of us in our party and I just attempted the first order. Once we all received our meals, we all agreed the fish had no flavor. It was very bland, even salt and malt vinegar couldn't fix it. As of yesterday, this WAS our go-to spot after a long drive. 4 customers were lost with the unprofessionalism and lack of flavor of our fish.