Restaurants near San Simeon

“We had a very long tiring trip through the mountains just to get to our lodge in Lucia because we had to avoid the landslide closure on Hwy 1. It was exhausting driving, then 2 hours at the Hearst Castle where you aren’t allowed to eat or drink anything. .. no coffee anywhere on our route… just to find out the castle cafe was closed when we got back from the tour. I said all that to say this.. The young man behind the counter was closing and the look on my face must have spoke to him because he quickly told me he would make us food and me an Americana.. first his kindness brought tears to my tired eyes and secondly that coffee was THE BEST I’ve had. The hot sandwiches and fresh salad were delicious and the portions were large. We took half of it back up the lodge to eat later. This one decision by him to accommodate me and my grandsons completely turned this stressful day into a much better one. The cafe and store were clean, bathrooms were clean and easily accessible. The staff were friendly and helpful and the area around the cafe and store is peaceful and attractive. Plenty of parking and the walkways were easy to navigate. I highly recommend this establishment and look forward to visiting again.”

“Friendly fast service amazing food. Traveler friendly a must stop. Best mimosa ever !!! Great selection of food. Patio is a beautiful spot to enjoy a drink…… or two.”

“Great location to dine an stay”

“Everything we order was delicious”

“Beautiful place, where you can find the fusion of nature and ocean. The real Gateway to Big Sur.”

“Honestly pretty good for what it was. Surprisingly, the meat was tender and well cooked. Fries had good seasoning just wished there were a bit more. Much more expensive than typical as you’d expect.”

“Walked to this restaurant from our Hampton Inn. Watched the sunset from the patio while having a lovely dinner. The blackened red snapper was delicious and so filling! Hubby had the salmon salad and loved it as well. Big portions, but there is a fee to split meals ( not sure about that one), but enjoyed the superior service and $8 glass of Chardonnay.”

“Nice place nice service food is good”

“Amazing Ribeye! Potatoes were out of this world.”

“Good food. Always make sure we visit when we are in Cambria. Burritos come in 3 sizes so you can satisfy your hunger”

“The atmosphere was absolutely beautiful and all the staff were super kind to us and attentive. We had the short ribs and summer salad. The dressing for the summer salad was top notch and the short ribs were perfectly cooked.”

“Yummy food! Get the weirdo waffle!”

“Delicious food and welcoming environment. Worth the 30 minute wait! Beautiful view excellent food I had the scampi fettuccine which was soooo good. My friend had the calamari steak which needed salt but was cooked well.”

“The food was only outdone by the atmosphere and awesome owners ! Jesus and his family work hard to give you a fantastic meal with an amazing view. When you’re in the area , stop by and you’ll thank me later. 👍🏽👍🏽👍🏽”

“Everything is great Pizza 🍕 good”

“Robin’s is phenomenal on so many levels. The cuisine is out of this world with so much variety. The team is extremely kind, professional, knowledgeable & fun. The ambience is absolutely stunning and so peaceful. The music is fun & uplifting. To top it off, Shanny, the owner, is a leader in contributing to worthy causes. She always generously donates food, time & heart to those in need of support. Even the fire in SO Cal. We love her!”

“All of it. !!! The whole kit and caboodle”

“Such a vibe! The coffee was 10/10 and the employees were so sweet!”

“Moonstone Cellars was a great discovery when we visited Cambria a couple of weeks ago. Michael is a great host, very knowledgeable. We were introduced to Moonstone wines, and enjoyed the atmosphere of the comfortable tasting room. Did we join the wine club? Yes. :-)”

“Wonderful store, knowledgeable staff. The store is full of so many good treasures. The teas taste soo good. We left the store with new tea mugs, delicious teas & honey, bath bombs & tea maker. Will definitely return every time we are in Cambria.”

“This was THE BEST matcha tea that I have EVER had in my entire life! Thank you!”

“The owner Cari was fantastic, amazing selection of wine by the ounce, get a wine card and sample. We highly recommend the ROAR Pinot Noir, as did all the other patrons”

“Always great service. and of course, the food is great also! Whenever I go to Cambria, I always go to JBJ Riund Up Pizza.”

“Absolutely delicious!! Warm and comfy atmosphere and very friendly staff!! Wish we had more time to spend so we could come for dinner again tomorrow!!”

“So, we originally stopped at Robin's but were told they were short staffed and there would be at least a 10 minute wait. There appeared to be empty tables everywhere though. So, we headed around the corner to Creekside Garden. The staff was friendly and helpful. The patio was comfirtable and welcoming. The found was so very good. My husband had a turkey fresno cheese sandwich with fries. The peppers were cooked perfectly for the sandwich and the fries yummy. I had beef fres.o and cheese sandwich with potato salad . The meat was perfect, peppers delicious and the potato salad was amazing. We will be back as the experience was better than we've had at Robin's.”

“I needed a place to have dinner and some beer while waiting to take sunset photos. This place is awesome. Three locals at the bar made for interesting and friendly conversation. The beer selection is fantastic and I found a new favorite. The tri-tip sandwich is excellent - delicious sweet BBQ sauce. And Luis was a phenomenal bartender. I’m so happy I stopped by.”

“The Corvettes of Bakersfield visited Cambria Pines Lodge on Sunday, July 9th for a lovely brunch in the garden room. We had 15 cars and a group of 30. We were welcomed by Angel, who took some group pics for us and led us to a perfectly set room ready to accommodate our group! Everyone enjoyed the mimosas and bloody Mary’s as well as our brunch choices. Our servers were attentive and did a great job! After brunch, we ventured out to the garden and played the assorted lawn games - lots of fun. Several members booked rooms to stay over and enjoyed the resort! Many of us strolled the grounds and took the trail leading the Cambria Nursery. Thank you Cambria Pines Team. Visit our Facebook page (Corvettes of Bakersfield) for pics!”

“we go here exclusively for ice cream. The only time we are disappointed is if they are closed. Ice Cream is delicious. I get mine in a cup but cones are available. You can sit out front or wander down Main St. Very friendly and look forward to new additions to the shop (chocolates).”

“During our vacation in Cambria, CA, we explored several wineries, but our visit to Black Hand Cellars was a standout. After grabbing coffee across the street, we wandered into this charming winery and were warmly greeted by one of the owners, whose hospitality set the tone for an exceptional experience. Intrigued by their wine tasting, we dove right in, sampling their full range of wines. Each pour was a delight, with bold, memorable flavors that showcased the winery's craftsmanship. The unique bottles and creative labels, especially the Bootlegger which at that time was label-free; nod to prohibition-era charm, added a playful touch to the experience.

We couldn't resist purchasing a few bottles, including the Bootlegger, which paired perfectly with the season finale of MobLand, its rich, distinctive taste elevating our viewing night. The wines were so impressive that we're already planning to order more online. Beyond the stellar wines, the personal connection we formed with the owner through engaging conversations made the visit truly special. Among all the wineries we visited in Cambria, Black Hand Cellars stood out for its exceptional wines, warm atmosphere, and memorable hospitality. We can't wait to return and highly recommend you visit to create your own unforgettable experience.”

“Very nice place. Awesome wine.”