16 Best American Restaurants in Half Moon Bay

Dad's Luncheonette American • $$
225 Cabrillo Highway South at, Kelly Ave, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Hamburger Sandwich and Mac and Cheese
Mac \u0026 Cheese with Puffed Rice
Matcha Custard with Sour Cherries
Hamburger and Mushroom Sandwiches
Mushroom and Hamburger Sandwich
Mac & Cheese with Puffed Rice
Homemade Potato Chips
Made Potato Chips
Matcha Shortbread
12 Oz Canned Wine

“Muy deliciosa toda la comida muy lindo espacio y el chef muy amable puro sabor Micheline!!“

4.5 Superb164 Reviews
Johnny’s Half Moon Bay American • $$
547 Main St, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

French Eggs Hollandaise Sauce Fingerling Potatoes
Bacon Hash Browns Sourdough Toast
Tweety’S Breakfast Bowl
Creme Brulee French Toast
Lemon Ricotta Pancakes
The Old Town Scramble
Johnny's Chilaquiles
Bruleed French Toast
Lil' Bird Breakfast
Chicken and Waffles

“Such a gem of a place! Everything here is scrumptious from the ricotta pancakes to the chilaquiles to the French toast to the eggs Benedict! Wish my stomach was bigger so I could eat seconds. Everyone there was so friendly and welcoming. They even welcomed my dog. Love this place!“

4.6 Superb164 Reviews
Miramar Beach Restaurant American • $$
131 Mirada Rd, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Miramar House Salad with Organic Baby Mixed Greens
Our Famous Miramar Seafood Chowder
Miramar Dungeness Crab Melt
Scallop & Shrimp Angel Hair
Shrimp and Crab Fettuccini
Alaskan Cod Fish & Chips
Oysters on the Halfshell
Baked Oysters Miramar
Mahi Mahi Fish Tacos
Cheesy Garlic Bread

“This is my favorite restaurant. I give them 5⭐️“

4.5 Superb222 Reviews
Jersey Joe's Coastside Cheesesteaks • $
40 Stone Pine Rd, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Philly Cheesesteak with Mushrooms
The Beginner Philly Cheese Steak
6 Italian the Original Hoagie
Mushroom Cheesesteak
Sweet Potato Fries
Chicken Sandwich
Tater Tots
Sandwiches
Onion Rings
Burger

“Best burgers with amazing onion rings…… great service! Thank you 🙏🏼“

4.5 Superb102 Reviews
Old Princeton Landing Public House and Grill American • $$
460 Capistrano Rd, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Tri-Tip Sandwich-Santa Maria Style with Fries
Grilled Chicken Club Sandwich
El Granada Fish N Chips
Mr Morgan Fish Tacos
Fries with Gravy
Hawaiian Bucket
Cod Thai Curry
Acai Bowl HMB
Cheeseburger
Salmon Salad

“An intimate place to love ❤️ live music.“

4.4 Superb161 Reviews
The Barn American • $$
3068 CA-1, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Farm to Barn Special Salad
Crispy Onion Mini Rings
One Size Hand Cut Fries
Grilled Cheese Sandwich
What the Cluck Fried
Fries Mac and Cheese
Mac and Cheese Bites
Vegan BBQ Jackfruit
Hamburger and Fries
Hot Far Mer Burger

“Always a great burger after a day at the beach.“

4.2 Good127 Reviews
Cafe Capistrano Mexican • $$
523 Church St, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Panuchos - Fried Filled Tortillas
Cochinita Pibil Apanuchos
Chicken or Pork Enchilada
Chicken Adobo Quesadilla
Bean & Cheese Burrito
Pork Adobo Burrito
Chicken Quesadilla
Chicken Enchilada
Breakfast Burrito
Huevos Rancheros

“I was there with my daughter and we both have great appetite. plates have plenty of food and it was delicious so much that my daughter bought extra hot sauce she really enjoyed it well so do I. highly recommended and I will visit you guys again whenever I go back to California.“

4.7 Superb153 Reviews
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Navio American
1 Miramontes Point Rd, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Dungeness Crab Eggs Benedict
Red Wine Braised Short Rib
Sashimi of Pacific Hamachi
Quiche with Smoked Salmon
Chocolate Chip Pancakes
Heirloom Tomato Salad
Angus Beef Tenderloin
Lobster Beurre Blanc
Caramelized Scallop
Blue Shrimp Cocktail

“This five-star restaurant at the Ritz-Carlton in Half Moon Bay was the perfect place to celebrate my elderly mother’s 86th birthday. The view of the sunset was truly breathtaking, and the food was exquisite—every bite felt like a new adventure. The experience was unforgettable thanks to the impeccable service and ambiance.“

3.9 Good139 Reviews
Pilot Light Breakfast • $$
9850 Cabrillo Hwy, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Eggs Benedict w Side of Bacon and a Parfait
Lemon Ricotta French Toast
Fried Chicken Sandwich
North Africa Shakshuka
Breakfast Burrito
Breakfast Sandwich
Huevos Rancheros
Sweet Dutch Baby
Belgian Waffle
Fish and Chips

“If you have curious little monkeys at home this is the best place for a Sunday morning brunch.

There are planes landing and taking off and the outside and inside seating is comfortable and has plenty of space. The food is well prepared and has a good variety of favorites. There are also adult drinks if you are looking for a mimosa or a lager while you eat.

We had the waffles a hamburger and drinks for 40 bucks at a great place just a short drive from Mavericks and Princeton pier. This is a bargain.“

4.5 Superb127 Reviews
The Conservatory American • $$$
1 Miramontes Point Rd, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Deshelled Crab Cioppino with Toasted Bread
Tuna Tartare with Pasion Fruit Foam Top
Made to Order Vegan Pasta
IA Cheese & Charcuterie
Mishima Wagyu Burger
Warm Chocolate Cake
Plant Based Burger
Colorado Lamb Rack
Coastal Benedict
Ahi Tuna Tartare

“Was it expensive? Yes. Is it worth it? Yes. Treat yourself to impeccable service and quality ingredients prepared excellently. We got a perfect table at 630 and had a great view of the sunset. The wine choices were fantastic, shout out to Fredericco. Our meals were all very good, try the black cod with a side of whipped potatoes and asparagus. The 3 lamb chops came out and one was slightly over cooked beyond medium rare so the chef personally delivered a freshly cooked replacement. Our server Jared was phenomenal.“

3.8 Good184 Reviews
It's Italia Italian • $$
401 Main St, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Black Tiger Prawns Spaghetti Frutti Di Mare
Heirloom Tomato and Burrata Flatbread
Tiger Prawns with Linguine in Rossini
Create Your Own Pizza
Tunitas Creek Pizza
Small Cheese Pizza
Artichoke Ravioli
Chicken Marsala
Seafood Risotto
Minestrone Soup

“Dinner was delicious Went to table of 10 Met some new people“

4.3 Superb348 Reviews
Half Moon Bay Brewing Company Seafood • $$
390 Capistrano Rd, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Fried Pickles with Chipotle Ranch
New England Clam Chowder
Clam Chowder Bread Bowl
Fried Artichoke Hearts
Parmesan Truffle Fries
Prawns \u0026 Chips
Mavericks Tuna Melt
Beer Steamed Clams
Grilled Artichokes
Prawns and Chips

“Great place for fish and chips or a burger!“

4.3 Superb211 Reviews
Ketch Harbor Pub Seafood • $$
17 Johnson Pier, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Flourless Chocolate Cake with Ice Cream
Crab and Artichoke Linguine
Dungeness Crab Sandwich
Calamari Steak Sandwich
Skirt Steak Chilaquiles
Clam Chowder Bread Bowl
Chicken Fried Chicken
Crispy Seafood Combo
Fish Tacos Marcodero
Oyster Rockefeller

“Amazing down to earth people. Best entertainment option“

4.3 Superb40 Reviews
Half Moon Bay Joe's Italian • $$
2380 Cabrillo Hwy S, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

The Ribeye Steak and Steamed Vegetables
Carrot Cake and German Chocolate Cake
Calamari Steak and Ravioli
Calamari Steak Ala Joe's
Steak Sandwich Ala Joe's
Club House Sandwich
Broiled Hamburger
Pasta Carbonara
Fried Calamari
Fettuccine

“Man!!! I love this place. I’m here on vacation and have walked here twice for breakfast and once for dinner. The people are so nice and welcoming and the service is lightning fast. The food—-wow. So good and fresh. Great salads, sandwiches and the pancakes are excellent. I enjoyed the sausage omelette today. Very good and topped with extra avocado. Highly, highly recommended!“

4.2 Good119 Reviews
Mullins Steakhouse Bar & Grill • $$
2 Miramontes Point Rd #2, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Thick Cut Prime Rib with Au Jus Mashed Potatoes and Vegetables
Usda Prime Beef Burger
Classic Club Sandwich
Tempura Prawns
Crispy Calamari
Jumbo Hot Dog
Wedge Salad
Fish Tacos
Tuna Salad

“If you get a chance, you have to play at Half Moon Bay Golf. Beautiful course and really fun.“

3.7 Good47 Reviews
The Ocean Terrace Lounges • $$
1 Miramontes Point Rd, Half Moon Bay

Customers` Favorites

Dungeness Crab & Artichoke Dip
Ocean Terrace Seafood Tower
Grilled Chicken Tacos
Ahi Tuna Poke Salad
Salmon Poke Bowl
Lobster Roll
Pinot Grigio
Oyster

“Amazing and wonderful experience. It's 10/10! From the friendly valet to our server who went above and beyond to get us the best table with an incredible view, everything was exceptional. The food was delicious, we ordered the tiradito and guacamole, both were fantastic. We had a 3:30 pm reservation and arrived a bit early, but they graciously seated us right away. The sunset view was absolutely spectacular and breathtaking — perfect weather paired with a talented bagpiper who entertained us as we enjoyed the moment. My husband ordered Maverick's Sundae, and it was honestly the best ice cream I've ever had! Highly recommend!“

3.6 Good101 Reviews

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