Restaurants near Big Sur

“Nepenthe in Big Sur is renowned for its breathtaking views of the Pacific Ocean and delicious cuisine. The restaurant perched on the cliffs offers a unique and unforgettable dining experience, making it a must-visit destination for anyone traveling to Big Sur!”

“The food was excellent as well as the service!!! Will be back!!”

“What a beautiful experience at The Sur House! It is my "must do" stop when I visit Big Sur. We had reservations for dinner. Sat at the bar. Had an amazing cocktail. We were lucky enough to get a table for two at the very corner closest to the amazing view of the landscape and ocean. The food was absolutely delicious.”

“Beautiful surroundings and Great location. ❤️❤️❤️”

“Nice place to relax and enjoy water creek amazing and facilities bathroom was very clean…”

“Last minute change of anniversary plans after a huge disappointment at Ventana Sur House. Everything was amazing from the food to the customer service. A very quiet and intimate place and they made our special day even more special. Definitely a place to celebrate special occasions.”

“The Village evokes so much “Wow” for the eyes and palette— with amazing, tasty, fresh, local and organic dishes… vegan and gluten-free yummy pastries, and the best oat milk chai I’ve ever had! I wish you so much love and success with your business!❤️”

“Delicious beer place decorated forHalloween, prices were great”

“Cafe Kevah is one of those places where the setting is just as memorable as the food. Perched above the Pacific along the Big Sur coastline, the outdoor patio offers panoramic ocean and mountain views that make you want to slow down and stay awhile.

We ordered the fresh berry pastry, which was light, flaky, and filled with smooth vanilla custard topped with fresh berries. The grilled sandwich paired with a crisp mixed salad was simple but well executed, and everything tasted fresh. Their coffee was the perfect companion while taking in the scenery.

The atmosphere is relaxed, the staff was friendly, and despite being a popular stop, it never felt rushed. It’s the kind of place where you can enjoy a quiet breakfast or lunch while soaking in one of California’s most beautiful landscapes.

If you’re driving Highway 1 through Big Sur, Cafe Kevah is absolutely worth the stop, not just for the food, but for an experience you’ll remember long after you’ve left.”

“The Omakase dinner was excellent. They clearly take a ton of pride in what they do and the food and experience.

A few of the reviews here seem to be for the main restaurant (which is also a very good experience). If you have the opportunity to visit to Sushi bar for dinner, make sure you take it!”

“Gorgeous spot with top notch service and seriously tasty food and drinks. Can’t recommend it enough”

“Expensive but where in Big Sur isn’t Very nice views and nice accommodations food is good and nice gift shop store”

“You can sit on the inside or on the backporch. You order food at the counter and they bring it to you. We had breakfast and lunch here and it was convenient, fresh, and tasted good. If you are staying at the lodge I’d recommend eating here.”

“This has always been the go to spot for me on my way back from Laguna Seca and World Superbike/MotoGP races. I always got the BBQ Chicken, an endless cup coffee and of course the grand finale was a huge piece of delicious carrot cake. No rushing, no problem sitting there hanging out chatting with the help and guests. They recognized me when I would come in year after year on my motorcycle. Great place, can’t beat the view. The food was fantastic, the service impeccable. I would give more than five stars if I could.”

“Wow, this hidden gem was awesome! We came from marina to escape the fog and we were not disappointed! The atmosphere is super chill and laid back, we ate outside and the weather was perfect! The pizza was so good and so was our salad. We’ll definitely be back for more!”

“My husband & I arrived at opening and were greeted and seated right away. Customer service was great and the food was absolutely delicious. My husband and I both ordered Lunch Box specials and shared a J's Maki roll. Food was fresh and our server was attentive, checking in on us every little while to make sure everything was okay. Mika Sushi is definitely a gem in Carmel Valley Village and we'll definitely be back again.”

“10/10 experience im down here for car week and not one coffee spot that i have been to has treated me and my friends with kindness but i walked in here and probably had the best experience since i have been here will be back again for coffee everyday im here”

“Such a cute little spot to eat. First time here the service Was excellent and the food was delicious. I got the chicken salad. With italian dressing. And I got an horchata very good. Thank you must definitely be back again.”

“Amazing views, great food, and nice ambiance. Located in the Hyatt. A little challenging to park here, I would plan on doing valet parking. We actually enjoyed seeing whales off the coast while we ate breakfast.”

“good vibes, cab is amazing, beer is better something for everyone

Great to order sushi, thai and burger right next door and eat with friends while watching game or hanging out

Service is top notch”

“We had a great time wine tasting at Holman Ranch—friendly staff, a relaxing outdoor setting, and a delicious meat and cracker board. The five-wine flight, featuring both reds and whites, was well-presented and thoroughly enjoyable. We especially liked the Three Sisters Pinot Noir.”

“The Bernardis is such a beautiful property and the restaurant Lucia is an exquisite edition. Food is always creative and delicious. Always had a great experience this evening. The service was a bit slow and if it was the kitchen or the server, but it was a delightful evening.”

“Stopped in for lunch after wine tasting next door and we were not disappointed. The food is amazing and the service was fast and pleasant. I would've preferred we were seated at a table first (instead of the bar) or asked to wait for table. We ended up being seated at the bar and then offered a table 10 minutes after and had to move all of our drinks and food. Other than that, amazing experience and we will definitely return when we visit Carmel again.”

“This place is always a slam dunk good eats!
I would always come here for the wings, fish & chips and today all of us decided to have the ribeye steak. Cooked to perfection, simple is better, filling and so juicy. Felt like good ol’ home cooking, fun and easy listening county music, fun décor all around and the service was perfectly welcoming, kind and attentive. No doubt as to why this is a local favorite with a small town, good people feeling ❤️❤️❤️ I should have taken photos… next time 😉”

“Beautiful wines and an amazing team! We had McIntyre wines at our engagement party, and they were the perfect complement to the event. The Pinot Noir was our favorite! The staff and GM are wonderful, kind, and incredibly helpful.”

“I love the Bonilla family!! They are so amazing and it was a pleasure working for them. The food and dunks are amazing too!!”

“We enjoyed the Mother’s Day picnic box. It was delicious and so easy. The corn chowder was fantastic as was everything else.. There was plenty of food and no clean up. I would definitely do it again next year.”

“What can you say... It is the pizza place in town. Call ahead and it will be ready to take home. Stop by and they will get you your pizza in the time it takes to make one. You can sit and play the claw game or pet the bear rug on the wall.”

“What a beautiful setting and fantastic wines! It’s a great place to relax with a glass or bottle in the CV sun 🌞. The owners and employees are terrific and so is the music they pipe all over the property. Don’t miss this gem of a tasting room. Cheers!”

“Our group was in town for a wedding and we’re desperately searching for a place we could watch the Browns game Sunday Morning at 10am and Trailside delivered! They not only let us take over the TV and bar area but they provided exceptional service and the food was amazing! Highly recommend the Pesto Chicken and the artichoke app!!”