Driving through town, we needed a bite and want to thank all you 5-star reviewers of Spoon Trade for steering us here because the food was fantastic! It was a busy Saturday afternoon and we got one of the last tables available. Super friendly service straight away and a great vibe all around. Very interesting menu! A diner for foodies. Wife had the vegetarian Tikka with a side sausage patty, which she loved, and my son had the Benedict, which of course I tasted via dad tax and it was rich and yummy. I was going to get the chicken and waffles, which looked delicious on other people's tables, but opted for the duck noodle soup, which was a tasty ramen. It was on the pricy side, but everything was such great quality, original recipes, and made to order. We look forward to visiting again!
Julie W.
Holy smokes, the best fried chicken I've ever had!! Don't miss out on that chicken. Seriously, don't leave the area without trying it LOL!! My husband and I came back two nights in a row just to eat it. We also had the Ramen and a steak. Really good as well! They also make the bread at their own bakery across the street and it's delicious. To top it off, we had some of the best budino I've ever had, ever. And the service and people are just the kindest folks. This place wins!! Can't wait to be back in the area to come back!!...still dreaming about the damn chicken...
Jeriah B.
This place is spectacular! The food is amazing and they have several wonderful options for gluten- free and dairy-free people so they really have something for everyone. The vibe is fun and welcoming. They have a vegan (it's dairy free!) tikka masala that will blow your mind. You can add the duck (which was so moist and delicious) to it if you are looking for some extra protein. The fried chicken was crispy, sweet and so juicy and tender. I highly recommend this place!
Dan O.
Ok. Fried polenta? Chicken and waffles? Dumplings, duck soup, fried bologna sandwich? I could go on and on, but suffice it to say that this is in the Parthenon of my all time favorite eateries! Locally sourced food, attentive friendly service, it doesn't get any better than this! Thank you Brooke (owner), for taking such good care of us!
Dania M.
Please don't go here and eat up all the unreal, most crispy, piping hot, drizzled in honey and fried rosemary fried chicken. Definitely don't top it with the kimchi or the hot sauce they deliver with the top off already upon request. Their house cocktails are so good - I had the grapefruit sparkler/grapefruit vermouth, bubbles and a lime. Tasty! This place is gold! Brooke, one of the owners, found us the best place to sit: Brooke's Nook. We had a little corner all to ourselves including the best view of the sunset. The portions are generous, our server, Noelle, got our fried chicken order in early so we wouldn't have to wait too long to eat, and Brooke came to check on us and ended up telling us the dearest story about how she and her husband travelled the US sampling fried chicken and devising their own recipe and their concept. (She also included the generosity of the city of grover beach in helping them stay open during the pandemic and all the changes they'd gone through to keep their place open). Honestly, it felt like being part of a warm family. Plenty of space for groups and an open kitchen plus, of course, the hundreds of spoons decorating the walls. This was such a find and a delight.
Dove Daniel
The best place in town!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Griselda Maldonado
Great atmosphere and great food. The chicken and waffles were perfect and the sourdough bread is delicious. Love the atmosphere. Very clean.
I love the food cause the chiefs love their food. Seasonal and local ingredients with creative chiefs and you got The Spoon Trade. Anytime someone comes into town we try to get them to try the Tri-Tip Tartar to have something to remember the coastal cities by as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Dianna Beck
We had a fantastic dinner last night for Valentines Day! The food was great, we appreciated the chef coming out and telling us a bit about his favorite parts of each dish! The service was on point, our server was attentive and fun to chat with about the wines, local ingredients, and more! The patio was cozy and a perfect place to celebrate! Thank you for a lovely dinner!
First time here. The food was great. Enjoyed the small menu and the qualify of the food. Clean establishment and Customer Service was incredible. Sourdough bread is a favorite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Hans Goertz
Original dishes that if executed a bit better could be awesome. Disappointed with the wines.
Driving through town, we needed a bite and want to thank all you 5-star reviewers of Spoon Trade for steering us here because the food was fantastic! It was a busy Saturday afternoon and we got one of the last tables available. Super friendly service straight away and a great vibe all around. Very interesting menu! A diner for foodies. Wife had the vegetarian Tikka with a side sausage patty, which she loved, and my son had the Benedict, which of course I tasted via dad tax and it was rich and yummy. I was going to get the chicken and waffles, which looked delicious on other people's tables, but opted for the duck noodle soup, which was a tasty ramen. It was on the pricy side, but everything was such great quality, original recipes, and made to order. We look forward to visiting again!
Holy smokes, the best fried chicken I've ever had!! Don't miss out on that chicken. Seriously, don't leave the area without trying it LOL!! My husband and I came back two nights in a row just to eat it. We also had the Ramen and a steak. Really good as well! They also make the bread at their own bakery across the street and it's delicious. To top it off, we had some of the best budino I've ever had, ever. And the service and people are just the kindest folks. This place wins!! Can't wait to be back in the area to come back!!...still dreaming about the damn chicken...
This place is spectacular! The food is amazing and they have several wonderful options for gluten- free and dairy-free people so they really have something for everyone. The vibe is fun and welcoming. They have a vegan (it's dairy free!) tikka masala that will blow your mind. You can add the duck (which was so moist and delicious) to it if you are looking for some extra protein. The fried chicken was crispy, sweet and so juicy and tender. I highly recommend this place!
Ok. Fried polenta? Chicken and waffles? Dumplings, duck soup, fried bologna sandwich? I could go on and on, but suffice it to say that this is in the Parthenon of my all time favorite eateries! Locally sourced food, attentive friendly service, it doesn't get any better than this! Thank you Brooke (owner), for taking such good care of us!
Please don't go here and eat up all the unreal, most crispy, piping hot, drizzled in honey and fried rosemary fried chicken. Definitely don't top it with the kimchi or the hot sauce they deliver with the top off already upon request. Their house cocktails are so good - I had the grapefruit sparkler/grapefruit vermouth, bubbles and a lime. Tasty! This place is gold! Brooke, one of the owners, found us the best place to sit: Brooke's Nook. We had a little corner all to ourselves including the best view of the sunset. The portions are generous, our server, Noelle, got our fried chicken order in early so we wouldn't have to wait too long to eat, and Brooke came to check on us and ended up telling us the dearest story about how she and her husband travelled the US sampling fried chicken and devising their own recipe and their concept. (She also included the generosity of the city of grover beach in helping them stay open during the pandemic and all the changes they'd gone through to keep their place open). Honestly, it felt like being part of a warm family. Plenty of space for groups and an open kitchen plus, of course, the hundreds of spoons decorating the walls. This was such a find and a delight.
The best place in town!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great atmosphere and great food. The chicken and waffles were perfect and the sourdough bread is delicious. Love the atmosphere. Very clean.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Buttermilk Fried Chicken & SD Waffle
First time there! Excellent food. Had the TST Benedict with crunchy potatoes ?
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: TST Eggs Benedict
Amazing. Comfort food better than yo mama ever made it.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 5
Service: 5
Food is comforting and delicious!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Buttermilk Fried Chicken & SD Waffle
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I love the food cause the chiefs love their food. Seasonal and local ingredients with creative chiefs and you got The Spoon Trade. Anytime someone comes into town we try to get them to try the Tri-Tip Tartar to have something to remember the coastal cities by as well.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
We had a fantastic dinner last night for Valentines Day! The food was great, we appreciated the chef coming out and telling us a bit about his favorite parts of each dish! The service was on point, our server was attentive and fun to chat with about the wines, local ingredients, and more! The patio was cozy and a perfect place to celebrate! Thank you for a lovely dinner!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Great food!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Cheesy Sourdough Bread Pudding
First time here. The food was great. Enjoyed the small menu and the qualify of the food. Clean establishment and Customer Service was incredible. Sourdough bread is a favorite.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Original dishes that if executed a bit better could be awesome. Disappointed with the wines.
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 3