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DINE LOCAL GUIDE
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Roasted Fogline Farm chicken is served at Il Grillo in Carmel, along with lots of Italian-inspired dishes.
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APTOS
Persephone
7945 Soquel Drive 831.612.6511 • persephonerestaurant.com With a namesake like the mythic Persephone, this restaurant in Aptos proclaims its deep reverence for seasonal cooking. emes central to harvest, winter and spring are core to Persephone’s story, and are re ected in the changing menu at this ne dining destination, where chef Cori Goudge-Ayer presents inventive, ingredient-driven creations. e restaurant is a family-run passion project, bringing together parents, siblings and a long history of culinary arts in a beautifully redesigned space overlooking Aptos Creek. Open W–Su 4:30–9pm.
BIG SUR
Sierra Mar at Post Ranch Inn
47900 Highway 1 831.667.2800 • postranchinn.com Executive chef Jonny Black uses exceptional ingredients, many grown on site, deliver a unique gastronomic take on the Big Sur experience. Lunch o ers a 3-course prix xe menu, while dinner features a 4-course prix xe menu. Choose from almost 3,000 di erent wines from the Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning wine list. Arrive before sunset for breathtaking views from this iconic restaurant’s oor-to-ceiling windows and cli side terrace. Open daily for lunch noon–2:30pm, dinner 5:30–9pm. Advance reservations required. Please note that dinner guests will not be admitted before 5pm.
CAPITOLA
East End Gastropub
1501 41st Avenue 831.475.8010 • eastendpub.com East End Gastropub is the newer baby sister to the popular West End Tap & Kitchen, but aside from sharing owners and chefs, East End’s beautiful, recently renovated modern interior is entirely di erent from West End and o ers its own robust, sophisticated, beer-friendly menu. Chef Geo rey Hargrave has created dishes that are familiar yet innovative, such as crispy gigante beans with smoked creme fraiche and coq au vin. Share plates, pizzas and salads come in generous portions for a familystyle meal. e restaurant also o ers its own brews, along with local rotating taps and a strong wine list. Open Su 10:30am–9:30pm, Sa 10:30am–10pm, M– 4–9:30pm, F 11:30am–10pm. Brunch Sa–Su 10:30am–2:30pm. Happy hour M–F 4–6pm.
Mijo’s Taqueria
200 Monterey Avenue, Suite 2 831.465.0228 • mijostaqueria.com Serving the local community and visitors alike in Capitola Village, Mijo’s Taqueria features bold and unique avors in a new age taqueria setting. Chef Anthony Guajardo’s passion for cooking developed from being in his Mexican and Italian grandmothers’ kitchens growing up. Eager to combine his authentic family recipes with a modern culinary twist, he opened Mijo’s, conveniently located just a quick walk from the beach and available for dining in or ordering to go. Open M, F, Sa 11am–7:30pm, Tu– 11am–6pm, Su 11am–7pm.
e Penny Ice Creamery
820 41st Avenue 831.204.2523 • thepennyicecreamery.com Open Su– noon–9pm, F–Sa noon–10pm See e Penny description under Santa Cruz for more.
Shadowbrook
1750 Wharf Road 831.475.1511 • shadowbrook-capitola.com A Santa Cruz County landmark since 1947, the worldfamous Shadowbrook continues to be an overwhelming favorite with locals and visitors alike. Its ne food, extensive wine list and unparalleled setting and ambiance have earned it numerous awards, including Northern California’s “Most Romantic Restaurant” and “Best Date Night Restaurant.” Gift cards and reservations available online. Open M–F 5–8:45pm, Sa 4:30–9:45pm, Su 4:30–8:45pm.
CARMEL
Aabha Indian Cuisine
3690 e Barnyard 831.250.5940 • aabhaindian.com For authentic Indian food in Carmel, look no further than Aabha Indian Cuisine, which o ers lunch and dinner daily at e Barnyard. Master chef Bhupender Singh has more than two decades of experience in creating tantalizing dishes, with expertise in balancing spices and complex avors. Chef Singh began his career working at Bukhara restaurant in New Delhi, one of the 50 top restaurants in the world, later opening popular restaurants in the Bay Area and Sonoma. Open daily for lunch bu et 11:30am–2:30pm, dinner 5–9pm.
Allegro Pizzeria
South West corner of e Barnyard 831.626.5454 Carmel’s neighborhood pizzeria for over 30 years, Allegro features eclectic award-winning pizza, as well as traditional Italian fare. With private dining rooms and patios, Allegro is a great spot for any event with complete meals to match any budget. Featuring pizza, pasta, seafood & steak as well as an array of new pub fare inspired by the on-site craft brewery. Kids make their own pizza, puppies eat free and gluten free, vegan & keto choices are available. Yes, we deliver! Open M– 11:30am–8:30pm, F–Sa 11:30am–9:30pm, Su 11:30–9pm.
Aubergine
Monte Verde Street at Seventh Avenue 831.624.8578 • auberginecarmel.com Located within the romantic L’Auberge Carmel, a visit to Aubergine feels like a trip to Europe. Executive chef Justin Cogley was named one of Food & Wine’s best new chefs of 2013. He has been nominated multiple times for a James Beard award and it’s no wonder—he’s an eloquent and imaginative interpreter of ne seasonal ingredients. Executive pastry chef Yulanda Santos delights with stunning and inventive desserts. Open daily 6–9:30pm.
Basil Seasonal Dining
San Carlos street between Ocean and Seventh avenues (Paseo Courtyard) 831.626.8226 • basilcarmel.com “Organic, local and seasonal” are not just buzzwords at Basil. is cozy restaurant in the Paseo Courtyard was awarded three stars from the national Green Restaurant Association. Owner Denis Boaro and executive chef Bryce Hansen provide inventive dishes, a full bar and great selection of California and Italian wines, including Old and New World. Check website for information on monthly winemaker dinners and other events. Many vegan and vegetarian entrées available. Heated, dog-friendly outdoor seating. Open daily for lunch and dinner from 11:30am, Sa–Su brunch 11am–2pm.
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Billy Quon’s SUR
3601 e Barnyard, Suite A-21 831.250.7188 • surcarmel.com SUR is the latest restaurant for Bill and Teresa Lee, who over the years have created local favorites like Bahama Billy’s and Bixby Bistro at e Barnyard. Executive chef Herman Hernandez gets rave reviews for an exciting and eclectic menu. Favorites include his famous Southern fried chicken and wa es, sherman’s bouillabaisse, let mignon, burgers and a variety of vegetarian dishes. SUR has a full bar and holds two happy hours nightly, from 3–6pm and 8–9pm, plus happy hour all night every Tuesday. A wide selection of local wines is available. SUR has a special doggie menu for canine patrons! Open Tu–Su 11:30am–9pm, all-day menu served continuously.
Covey Breakfast Restaurant
8000 Valley Greens Drive 831.620.8910 • quaillodge.com Overlooking a pond and manicured grounds, the newly remodeled Covey Breakfast Restaurant includes motorcycles from the Moto Talbott Museum in Carmel Valley in a nod to Quail’s annual motorsports event, while chef Brian Kearns captures the essence of a home-cooked Carmel Valley meal. e weekday à la carte menu includes nourishing skillets, eggs benedict and huevos rancheros; on weekends, enjoy an enhanced American breakfast buffet. Both indoor and outdoor seating come with beautiful views. Open daily 6:30–11am.
Earthbound Farm’s Farm Stand Organic Kitchen
7250 Carmel Valley Road 831.625.6219 • earthboundfarm.com At its newly renovated Carmel Valley Farm Stand, Earthbound Farm’s 100% certi ed organic kitchen delights with housemade soups, sandwiches, a newly expanded salad bar, baked goods and fresh juices and smoothies. Food is available to be enjoyed on our beautiful grounds or for takeaway. Experience picturesque Carmel Valley as you stroll through Earthbound’s organic gardens and learn about its pioneering local heritage and commitment to organic integrity. And as always, pick up some fresh, local organic fruits and veggies. Visit our website or check out Facebook for hours, special events and classes!
Edgar’s at Quail
8000 Valley Greens Drive 831.620.8910 • quaillodge.com Taste the fresh ingredients harvested from local organic farms that are hand selected by Edgar’s executive chef Brian Kearns and exquisitely prepared by his culinary team into the savory dishes available on its new menus. Set in the clubhouse of Quail Lodge & Golf Club, Edgar’s restaurant and bar features a casual elegance with its indoor and outdoor reside dining located alongside the natural backdrop of the golf course and Santa Lucia Mountains. Edgar’s at Quail is proudly guided in the principles of sustainability by the Monterey Bay Aquarium Seafood Watch and focuses on local farm-to-table options. Open daily 11am–9pm.
États-Unis French-American Bistro
Dolores Street between Fifth and Sixth avenues 831.238.6010 • etatsuniscarmel.com French comfort food made with locally sourced organic ingredients is a winning combination for États-Unis, helmed by award-winning chef Soerke Peters. e cozy, casual restaurant in downtown Carmel-by-the-Sea features favorites like quiche Lorraine, sweet or savory crêpes, escargot, bouillabaisse and beef cheek bourguignon, as well as housemade pâtés, charcuterie and hearty hors d’oeuvres, perfect for enjoying with a glass of wine. Open daily 7am–3pm, –Su 5–9pm.
Folktale Winery & Vineyards
8940 Carmel Valley Road 831.293.7500 • folktalewinery.com Folktale Winery is renowned for its wines, but great food is also on the menu there. e winery o ers small bites that are perfectly paired to its vintages, from the artisan cheese and charcuterie boards to Folktale’s deviled eggs with Baker’s bacon or Imperial caviar, and Niman Ranch meatballs. Salads and vegetarian options are also available, as is a selection of savory atbreads. ey’re just the thing to enjoy while taking in the idyllic beauty of the setting and enjoying a wine ight of Folktale’s nest. Tours and special wine and food pairings are also available by reservation. Winery open noon–8pm, F–Sa 11am–9pm, 11am–8pm, kitchen open noon–8pm.
From Scratch RestaurantFrom
3626 e Barnyard3626 831.625.2448 • fromscratchrestaurant.com831.625.2448 When a restaurant is called From Scratch, customers ex-When pect a meal prepared with the freshest ingredients and cooked to perfection. at’s exactly what you get when you dine at this charming family-owned spot. Breakfast is served all day, featuring hometown favorites such as eggs Benedict, made-to-order omelets, French toast made with homemade cinnamon bread and huevos rancheros. A variety of lunch specials is available, including soups, salads and sandwiches. A pet-friendly patio welcomes those who come in with furry friends. Open daily 8am–2:30pm. Lunch served starting at 11am.
Il Grillo
Mission Street between Fourth and Fifth avenues 831.238.9608 • ilgrillocarmel.com A more casual yet equally outstanding sister to Carmel’s La Balena, Il Grillo is staking out its own creative culinary personality with the addition of longtime local chef Brandon Miller. Homemade desserts are by Emily Garcia. Both Miller and Garcia share a wealth of local food knowledge and traditions shine through their cooking. Dinner menus are driven by local and sustainably raised ingredients, with beautiful and delicious results. Garden seating available. Open M–Sa 4–9pm.
La Balena
Junipero Street between Fifth and Sixth avenues 831.250.6295 • labalenacarmel.com Winner of EMB’s 2014 Local Heroes award for Best Chef/ Best Restaurant, La Balena has a seasonal menu that changes daily but always expresses an inventive take on the rustic food of a Tuscan trattoria. e outstanding culinary team sources ingredients from local organic farms and prepares the restaurant’s pastas and slow-cooked meats from scratch daily. Owners Anna and Emanuele Bartolini have created an excellent Italian wine list and a warm, inviting atmosphere, complete with back garden seating. Open Tu-Su 11:30am-3:30pm, 5-10pm.
Lafayette Bakery & Café
3659 e Barnyard, Suite E-22 831.915.6286 Whether it’s a rustic loaf of bread or a delectable French pastry, you’ll nd what you’re looking for at award-winning Lafayette Bakery & Café, a favorite stop for both locals and visitors to e Barnyard. Master baker Jean-Bernard Vial and the rest of the Vial family bring their French heritage to their authentic artisan breads and handcrafted pastries such as custard brioche and almond croissants. Co ee, baguette sandwiches and salads are also served with a smile. Open M–Sa 7am–6pm, Su 7am–4pm.
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Robata Grill & Sake Bar
3658 e Barnyard, Lower Level 831.624.2643 • robata-barnyard.com Robata Grill & Sake Bar in e Barnyard has been a locals’ favorite for more than three decades, providing traditional Japanese cuisine and a sushi bar. e perfect place for any occasion, the restaurant features a full bar and wine list as well as a good selection of sake and Japanese beer. Robata welcomes private parties and o ers catering as well. Open M–Sa, lunch 11:30am–1:30pm, dinner at 5pm.
Seventh & Dolores Steakhouse (7D)
Seventh & Dolores 831.293.7600 • 7Dsteakhouse.com e heart of this restaurant is a classic steakhouse, but with the energy and in uences of coastal California and beyond. e restaurant, owned and run by the team behind Folktale Winery, is both a favorite neighborhood spot as well as a place to celebrate special occasions. Executive chef omas Snyder chooses all-natural meats from Niman Ranch that include 28-day, dry-aged beef, all humanely and sustainably raised, in addition to fresh local seafood and housemade desserts. Open for lunch 11:30am–3pm and dinner 5–10pm daily as well as brunch Sa–Su 11:30am–3pm.
Waypoint Bar & Deck
8205 Valley Greens Drive 831.620.8910 • quaillodge.com Locals and visitors alike have an exciting and beautiful new spot to stop for a whiskey ight, local craft beer, creative cocktails, wines by the glass or bottle, and contemporary small bites and appetizers made with local, sustainable ingredients. e new Waypoint Bar & Deck offers monthly chef specials like “Bubbles & Birdies” (fried chicken and Champagne) and a tantalizing regular menu featuring such items as chef Brian Kearns’ beef Shortrib Nachos with Charred Avocado, Roasted Heirloom Carrots, burgers, atbreads and duck fat fries. Also available for private events, rental fees apply. Open W–Su 5–10pm.
CARMEL VALLEY
Jerome’s Carmel Valley Market
2 Chambers Lane 831.659.2472 • jeromescarmelvalleymarket.com Already known for its specialty groceries, meats and fresh local produce, this beloved market is now serving classically French-trained chef Jerome Viel’s delicious hot prepared foods, sandwiches and mostly organic salad bar for eating at comfortable outdoor seating or takeaway. e o erings start with breakfast burritos, croissants and other French pastries in the morning, followed by favorites such as coq au vin, spaghetti carbonara and chicken enchiladas for lunch. On Friday afternoon, the big paella pan appears just in time to take some home for dinner. Open M–Sa 7am–7pm, Su 7am–6pm.
Lucia Restaurant & Bar
Bernardus Lodge & Spa • 415 W. Carmel Valley Road 831.658.3400 • bernarduslodge.com Indulge in artisanal California country cuisine, awardwinning wines and an expansive heated outdoor terrace with the nest restaurant view in Carmel Valley. Named for the Santa Lucia mountain range and wine appellation that beckons to the south, renowned chef Cal Stamenov serves both his signature tasting menu and dishes à la carte. Wine list is equally notable. A private chef’s table and wine cellar are also available. Enjoy live music Monday, Tuesday, Friday and Saturday evenings and at Saturday and Sunday brunch. Open daily 7am–10pm.
Trailside Café and Beer Garden
3 Del Fino Place 831.298.7453 • trailsidecafecv.com ose needing to refuel after a day on the trail can head
to Trailside Café for home-cooked meals in Carmel Valley. Beer lovers get to choose from 50+ draft and bottle choices, and sports fans can watch games on the HDTVs. Locals are treated to specials on Mondays and Tuesdays. On the weekends enjoy live music in the beer garden. Check out the calendar on its website for more details. Dog friendly in outdoor areas. Open daily 8am–9pm.
DAVENPORT
Whale City Bakery
490 Highway 1 831.423.9009 • whalecitybakery.com Davenport’s artistic charm and oceanside location make it hard not to slow when you pass through on Highway 1. ose in the know always stop at the historic Whale City Bakery. e bakery tempts with housemade breads, pastries, mu ns and pies—and that’s only the beginning! Whale City also o ers a full restaurant that serves up comfort classics and other hearty dishes. e bar and live music every ursday attract a loyal local following. Open daily 6:30am–8pm.
FELTON
e Cremer House
6256 Highway 9 831.335.3976 • cremerhouse.com Housed in the oldest building in Felton, e Cremer House showcases progressive, made-from-scratch food and drinks with a nod to its historic mountain surroundings. is alehouse has lled a niche in the San Lorenzo Valley, bringing to this restored and revered property craft beer, cider and wine on tap, and combining it with organic and sustainable fare made with local ingredients. Open Tu– , Su 11:30am–9pm, F–Sa 11:30am–9:30pm.
Wild Roots Market
6240 Highway 9 • 831.335.7322 (Felton) 13159 Highway 9 • 831.338.7211 (Boulder Creek) wildrootsmarket.com Wild Roots’ 100% organic produce, natural groceries, organic meats and FishWise-certi ed seafood all go into the prepared foods o ered by the store’s full-service deli, salad and soup bar and juice bar. Open daily 9am–9pm. Enjoy on the patio or take home.
KING CITY
e Cork & Plough
200 Broadway Street 831.386.9491 • thecorkandplough.com It’s no wonder that e Cork & Plough is a favorite stop for travelers on the Hwy. 101 corridor and Salinas Valley locals alike. e downtown location is convenient; the hip, airy room and its massive tinted concrete bar are inviting; and the terri c food is prepared by chef/proprietor Travis Childers and his team with super-fresh ingredients directly from local farms. If you’re not the designated driver, don’t miss the cocktails crafted with housemade infusions by head bartender Rob Marshall or the wines and beers carefully curated by co-proprietor Anna Childers. Open Su– 11am–9pm, F–Sa 11am–10pm.
MONTEREY
e Club Room
2 Portola Plaza 831.649.2698 • portolahotel.com/dining/the-club-room e Club Room inside the Portola Hotel & Spa o ers a fresh, seasonal, breakfast bu et featuring made-to-order omelets, assorted housemade pastries and mu ns, sliced cold cuts, ne artisan cheeses, bottomless mimosas and much more all for $19.95. Dine in the cozy reside dining room, or breathe in the fresh coastal air on the outdoor, petfriendly, heated patio. Open for breakfast daily 6–11am.
the C restaurant + bar
InterContinental e Clement Monterey 750 Cannery Row 831.375.4500 • ictheclementmonterey.com Step into the C restaurant + bar, and the bustle of Cannery Row will seem like a world away. Elegant yet relaxed, the C o ers stunning ocean views from its oor-to-ceiling windows and oceanside deck. Executive chef Matt Bolton provides equally gorgeous food, imaginatively prepared from sustainably sourced seafood, meats and produce. Creative cocktails include international specialties, as well as sparkling wine ights from around the world. Open daily 6:30am–10pm, Happy Hour 4–7pm Su– . Live Music F–Su noon–3pm, –Sa 6–9pm.
Jacks Monterey
2 Portola Plaza 831.649.7830 • jacksatportola.com Jacks Monterey o ers “California Cultural Cuisine” and seats guests beneath the trees in a glass-topped atrium where they can enjoy the sun by day and the stars at night. Re ecting the palette of the Monterey Peninsula, the new space is decorated with ocean blues, driftwood browns and the greens of coastal ora. Chef Danny Abbruzzese’s new seasonal menu provides a melting pot of avor pro les from the entire California coastline and other exotic locales. Open for lunch daily 11:30am–4pm, dinner daily 4–11pm, Sunday brunch with live music 11:30am–3pm.
Paci c Rolls & Bowls
475 Alvarado Street 831.200.3474 e eatery that led the revival of Alvarado Street is now getting its own makeover. After remodeling, e Poke Lab is now Paci c Rolls & Bowls, with a new look and new menus. PRB will continue to o er signature poke bowls, as well as salads, nori rolls and bahn mi sandwiches. Pick your protein from among Kalbi barbecue beef, shoyu chicken, pork belly, ginger tofu, ahi tuna and more, and then select toppings and extras. Online ordering and delivery will be available. Check the Facebook page for updates.
Peter B’s Brewpub
2 Portola Plaza 831.649.2699 • peterbsbrewpub.com Experience Monterey’s original craft brewery, Peter B’s Brewpub, located behind the Portola Hotel & Spa. Enjoy great food and award-winning handcrafted beers. Watch your favorite game on one of 18 HDTVs or enjoy the petfriendly heated patio with re pits. Peter B’s is open daily with nightly Happy Hour from 4–6:30pm, as well as late night happy hour Su– 9:30–10:30pm. Open Su 11am–11pm, M– 4–11pm, F 4pm–12am, Sa 11am–12am. Sunday breakfast and football 9:30–11am (Sept.–Dec.).
Schooners Coastal Kitchen & Bar
Monterey Plaza Hotel & Spa 400 Cannery Row 831.372.2628 • schoonersmonterey.com Sit out on the newly remodeled oceanside patio if you can, but it’s still considered seaside dining if you are seated inside the dining room, where polished wood, bay windows and seafaring décor seem like the interior of a sailing ship. Schooners Coastal Kitchen & Bar serves sustainable seafood and prime steaks. e restaurant takes a creative Californian approach to soups, fresh salads, sandwiches and wood- red atbreads, paired with a diverse wine list featuring local favorites. Open daily 6:30am–11pm.
TusCA Ristorante
Hyatt Regency Monterey Hotel & Spa 1 Old Golf Course Road 831.657.6675 • monterey.hyatt.com Blending the beauty and bounty of Tuscany and Califor-
nia, TusCA executive chef Dan Elinan o ers seasonally inspired menus made with fresh locally sourced produce. Try the Castroville artichoke fritters or entrées such as shiitake and fava risotto or cedar plank salmon with local bok choy rabe and Carmel Honey Co. miso. Open daily for breakfast and lunch 6:30am–1:30pm, dinner 6–9pm Tu–Sa.
PACIFIC GROVE
Happy Girl Kitchen Co.
173 Central Avenue 831.373.4475 • happygirlkitchen.com e menu changes daily at Happy Girl’s airy and bright Paci c Grove café, but the food is always delicious, organic and reasonably priced. e sandwich of the day is $6.50, and a bowl of the soup of the day is $6. To drink, you’ll nd kombucha on tap and freshly roasted Verve co ee brewed to perfection. Homemade baked goods include a daily scone, cookies and turnovers. Check the website for information on seasonal workshops. Open daily 7:30am–3pm, co ee and tea served until 5pm.
Jeninni Kitchen + Wine Bar
542 Lighthouse Avenue 831.920.2662 • jeninni.com Inspired by avors of the Mediterranean, Jeninni Kitchen + Wine Bar’s rich and decadent cuisine takes you on a journey from Morocco and Spain to the Levant, birthplace of owner and sommelier, amin Saleh. Don’t miss chef Matthew Zimny’s charred octopus, lamb burger with signature eggplant fries and occasional paella nights and other special events. Open every day except Wednesday, 5pm until close. Happy Hour—”sips and snacks”—4–6pm.
Passion sh
701 Lighthouse Avenue 831.655.3311 • passion sh.net If you’re looking for a restaurant with playful, spectacular food and a scrupulous commitment to sustainability, this green-certi ed restaurant is hard to rival. e elegant dining room is celebratory yet relaxed, and the awardwinning wine list features many sustainable names and is priced at retail. Chef Ted Walter’s menu is ever changing with the seasons, but always includes delicious organic local produce, inventive slow-cooked meats and an array of sustainable seafood choices. Open daily 5pm.
Wild Fish
545 Lighthouse Avenue 831.373.8523 • wild- sh.com Owners Liz and Kelvin Jacobs welcome you to feast on the bounty of nearby waters and farms at their 100% local and organic seafood house, where chef Joshua Plesh creates exquisite dishes like crispy sable sh and sword sh au poivre, accompanied by succulent native seaweeds. Fresh oysters, innovative salads, house-baked bread and sides like ngerling potatoes with poppyseed crème fraîche or baby carrots with wild nettle pesto, make this a dining destination. . Did we mention English sticky to ee pudding? Or the live jazz on Friday nights? Open for lunch F–Tu 11:30am–2:30pm, dinner Su– 5–9pm, F–Sa, 5–9:30pm.
PEBBLE BEACH
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e Lodge at Pebble Beach, 1700 17-Mile Drive 866.543.9318 • pebblebeach.com/dining Overlooking the 18th hole at Pebble Beach Golf Links, e Bench at e Lodge at Pebble Beach delivers an eclectic menu inspired by international styles and methods, which uses the innovative technique of wood roasting and open- ame cooking. You can also enjoy one-of-a-kind craft cocktails, as well as an array of draft beers and wines by the glass. Open daily 11am–10pm.
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Gallery Cafe
e Lodge at Pebble Beach, 1700 17-Mile Drive 866.543.9318 • pebblebeach.com/dining Overlooking the rst tee of Pebble Beach Golf Links, Gallery Cafe o ers a wide selection of breakfast choices, from light smoothies to omelets and pancakes. For a casual lunch, try the excellent burgers or choose from a delicious selection of artisan sandwiches, plus the best milkshakes this side of the 1950s. Open daily 6am–2pm.
Pèppoli at Pebble Beach
e Inn at Spanish Bay, 2700 17-Mile Drive 866.543.9318 • pebblebeach.com/dining At Pèppoli, the scents of Italian herbs and spices ll the air, and the décor transports you to a cozy Tuscan villa. e menu is big and bold, ripe with traditional pastas, seafood and meats. e extraordinary wine list is matched by equally impressive dishes, including delicious desserts, all with stunning views of Spanish Bay. Open daily 5:30–10pm.
Roy’s at Pebble Beach
e Inn at Spanish Bay, 2700 17-Mile Drive 866.543.9318 • pebblebeach.com/dining It’s all about big avors and the gorgeous ocean view at Roy’s at Pebble Beach. Fresh seafood is front and center, where sushi, sashimi and blackened rare Ahi tuna are prepared to perfection, but many exciting meat dishes and island salads are also featured on the extensive Hawaiianfusion menu. Add a dynamic wine list, exceptional desserts and an energetic environment, and you have one impressive dining experience, all overlooking Spanish Bay. Open daily for breakfast 6:30–11am, lunch 11:30am–5pm, dinner 5:30–10pm.
Stave Wine Cellar at Spanish Bay
e Inn at Spanish Bay, 2700 17-Mile Drive 866.543.9318 • pebblebeach.com/dining A combined wine lounge and retail shop, Stave Wine Cellar is a luxurious yet casual space that is ideal for special wine dinners or gathering with friends and colleagues. You can pair varietals by the glass with a menu of cheese and charcuterie plates. In addition to nearly 30 wines and eight craft beers by the glass, Stave has more than 200 wines for purchase by the bottle, including a wide selection of coveted bottles. A knowledgeable sta , including certi ed sommeliers are on-hand. Open Tu–Sa 2–10pm, Su–M 2–7pm.
Sticks
e Inn at Spanish Bay 2700 17-Mile Drive 866.543.9318 • pebblebeach.com/dining Open for breakfast, lunch and dinner, Sticks is the perfect place for seasonally diverse California cuisine in a lively sports bar atmosphere. Savor a tasty meal, a cold draft beer, specialty cocktail or one of the many appetizers, while enjoying sports on at-screen TVs. Outside on the patio, enjoy seating next to a re pit while soaking up gorgeous views of e Links at Spanish Bay and the Paci c Ocean along with nightly bagpiper music. Ask about specials and new menu additions. Open daily 6am–9pm.
Stillwater Bar & Grill
e Lodge at Pebble Beach, 1700 17-Mile Drive 866.543.9318 • pebblebeach.com/dining Stillwater Bar & Grill prides itself in o ering the freshest and most avorful in sustainable seafood and organic produce. Whether it’s breakfast, lunch or dinner—or Stillwater’s famous Sunday Brunch—the menus are sure to delight. Shell sh lovers will marvel at the bountiful seafood tank, while those who prefer turf to surf can choose from a variety of meaty options. Each of these delectable feasts is enhanced by fantastic views of Carmel Bay and the 18th hole of Pebble Beach Golf Links. Open daily 7am–10pm.
e Tap Room
e Lodge at Pebble Beach, 1700 17-Mile Drive 866.543.9318 • pebblebeach.com/dining e Tap Room is more than a legendary 19th hole with an outstanding selection of draft and bottled beers, vintage wines and top quality spirits. It’s also a world-class steakhouse serving up hearty all-American fare, from burgers to prime rib to let mignon. Renowned for its extensive collection of prized golf memorabilia, e Tap Room is a comfortable and inviting place for watching televised sporting events or recounting your successes on the courses of Pebble Beach. Open daily 11am–12am.
SAN JUAN BAUTISTA
Vertigo Co ee Roasters
81 Fourth Street 831.623.9533 • vertigoco ee.com Artisanal co ee roasted on site as well as fresh pastries baked in-house, brunch items, local craft beers plus wood red pizzas have made Vertigo a locals’ favorite as well as a great nd for visitors en route to the San Juan Mission, Pinnacles or other area attractions. Open M–W 7am–3pm, –Su 7am–9pm.
SANTA CRUZ
Alderwood
155 Walnut Avenue 831.588.3238 • alderwoodsantacruz.com Alderwood, a neighborhood oyster bar and restaurant for people looking for a fun and friendly night on the town, puts its emphasis on cocktails and beef, with a wide variety of steaks cooked over its wood- red grill. Partner and chef Je rey Wall—an Iowa native and previously opening chef at Atlanta’s top-rated Kimball House farm-to-table restaurant—believes in local sourcing and makes good use of the the downtown Santa Cruz Farmers’ Market, practically across the street. Open Tu–Su 4pm–close, Happy Hour 4–7pm.
an epicurious lifestyle
104 Bronson Street, Suite 13 831.588.7772 • anepicuriouslifestyle.com An event-based commercial kitchen and dining space in the historic Seabright Cannery building, an epicurious lifestyle is available for unique private events and hosts a monthly, seasonal family-style dinner for 20 that is open to the public. Other public events also have a limited number of tickets; check the website for future dates and to sign up for email invites.
Bistro One Twelve
1060 River Street, Suite 112 831.854.7458 • bistro112sc.com Driven by the farm-to-table philosophy of French-trained chef Shannon Madison, Bistro One Twelve is the dining destination and gathering spot for the Santa Cruz Tannery Arts Center. Its “Decidedly Local, Aggressively Seasonal” menu is plant forward, with food layered to accommodate various dietary options. Breakfast, lunch and dinner with Taco Tuesday and Trivia ursday; local craft beers and carefully curated wines available. Open M–W 8am–6:30pm, –F 8am–9pm, Sa 10am–9pm, Su 10am–2pm
Charlie Hong Kong
1141 Soquel Avenue 831.426.5664 • charliehongkong.com Charlie Hong Kong has been providing the Santa Cruz community with healthy, sustainable, affordable and high-quality food since 1998. e colorful, casual eatery’s delicious fusion of Southeast Asian in uences and the Central Coast’s local organic produce has made it an inclusive, family-friendly, neighborhood favorite. Its slogan is “love your body, eat organic,” and its cuisine is proof
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that fast food can be good for you. All signature dishes are vegan with the option to add meat or sh. Gluten-free modi cations available. Dog friendly. Open daily 11am–11pm.
e Crow’s Nest
2218 E. Cli Drive 831.476.4560 • crowsnest-santacruz.com A perfect spot to enjoy lunch or catch a sunset over the harbor, the nautical-themed Crow’s Nest is a Santa Cruz institution that never goes out of style. ere’s always something happening, from free seasonal ursday night beach parties to comedy nights and happy hours. Famous for its salad bar and house-smoked salmon, e Crow’s Nest is a member of Seafood Watch and is a certi ed green business. Open daily for breakfast 7:30am–11:30am; lunch M–F 11:30am–2:30pm and Sa–Su 11:30am–3pm; dinner M–F 5pm, Sa–Su 4:30pm.
Laílí
101B Cooper Street 831.423.4545 • lailirestaurant.com Exotic avors of the Silk Road are served in a stylish dining room decorated in eggplant and pistachio colors and on a hidden candlelit patio. Locals rave about Laílí’s homemade naan served warm from the oven with a selection of Mediterranean dips. ere is a wide variety of deliciously spiced vegetable dishes and all meats are hormone free and free range. Open for lunch Tu–Su 11:30am–2:30pm, dinner 5pm–close.
La Posta
538 Seabright Avenue 831.457.2782 • lapostarestaurant.com A cozy neighborhood bistro not far from the Santa Cruz yacht harbor, La Posta chef Dante Cecchini prepares traditional rustic Italian cuisine using local ingredients. e emphasis is on simple, seasonal selections, with the balance of the menu re ecting whatever produce is freshest right now. A sister restaurant of Soif Restaurant and Wine Bar, La Posta also o ers a great selection of wines. Open Tu– 5–9pm, F–Sa 5–9:30pm, Su 5–8:30pm, M closed.
Pearl of the Ocean
736 Water Street 831.457.2350 • m.mainstreethub.com/pearloftheocean Award-winning chef/owner Ayoma Wilen goes beyond the expected traditional spice-infused dishes of Sri Lanka, creating locally inspired daily specials using fresh, organic produce from farmers’ market produce and sustainably harvested seafood. Customer favorites include butternut squash curry, crab curry and wild salmon curry. To round out the avor experience, there is a dizzying array of sides, like coconut leek sambal and kale mallam. e warm colors, altars and blessings that decorate the space help guests get a sense of Sri Lanka’s world-class hospitality, culture and beauty. Open for lunch daily 11am–2:30pm; dinner Su– 5–9pm and F–Sa 5–9:30pm.
e Penny Ice Creamery
913 Cedar Street 831.204.2523 • thepennyicecreamery.com Lines out the front door of its converted Spanish bungalow are evidence of Penny’s popularity. All ice cream, including bases, is made from scratch on the premises using local organic ingredients when possible. Dozens of exotic avors rotate seasonally, but two favorites are chocolate caramel sea salt and strawberry pink peppercorn. Open daily noon–11pm. See also e Penny under Capitola.
e Picnic Basket
125 Beach Street 831.427.9946 • thepicnicbasketsc.com Across the street from the main beach, owners of e Penny Ice Creamery have opened an alternative to boardwalk
fast food. Sandwiches, organic salads, co ee and beer, all from local food artisans, and of course Penny’s popular ice cream, are all on o er to eat in or outside with your feet in the sand. Open daily 7am–4pm. Expanded hours some weekends and holidays. Expanded hours during summer.
Snap Taco
1108 Paci c Avenue 831.824-6100 • eatsnaptaco.com is festive taco spot draws its inspiration from food traditions around the world, with imaginative tacos created using the best fresh, local and sustainable ingredients. Great for a quick bite or gathering with friends and family. Choose from snacks, tacos, bowls and sandwiches on the menu, as well as draft beers, the Snap Rita, and specialty cocktails. Open Su– 11:30am–9:30pm, F–Sa 11:30am–10:30pm.
Soif Restaurant and Wine Bar
105 Walnut Avenue 831.423.2020 • soifwine.com Inspired by the o erings from local farmers and provisioners, Soif’s cuisine shows California air with super, seasonal dishes, all paired with local and exotic wines (and a great burger!). A cozy, new bar o ers cocktails in addition to the best wine selection in town. e bottle shop next door provides a world-class selection of wines and a welcoming seating area for sipping and tasting. Raw oysters and live jazz every Monday. Open M– 5–9pm, F–Sa 5–10pm. Retail Shop & wine bar opens at noon Tu–Sa, and at 5pm Mondays.
West End Tap & Kitchen
334D Ingalls Street • 831.471.8115 westendtap.com At West End, perfect for any parent who is looking for a happy hour to satisfy the whole family, adults and kids alike can’t get enough of the duck fat popcorn, fried calamari and atbread pizzas. A diverse, season-driven menu with o erings like seared scallops with mascarpone and lemon risotto, trumpet mushrooms, Marcona almonds and tarragon-basil vinaigrette, and a long list of craft beers, ciders and wine options make West End a Westside staple. e outdoor patio is perfect for people watching amidst the bustling Swift Street Courtyard. Open Su– 11:30am–9:30pm, F–Sa 11:30pm–10pm.
SCOTTS VALLEY
Kitchen Table/1440 Multiversity
800 Bethany Drive 844.544.1440 • 1440.org 1440 is the number of minutes in each day, and at the new learning destination in Scotts Valley, 1440 represents the many opportunities there are to be mindful in this life we live. at philosophy certainly translates to the food we choose to eat, which makes the onsite Kitchen Table a wonderful canvas for showcasing the vibrant, healthful and delicious ingredients we have available locally. Chef Kenny Woods, who came here from Arizona to be part of this unique project, brings an intensive and enthusiastic culinary background to creating plant-based menus that change with every meal, every day, for the diverse, global community that gathers here. Registration for a 1440 program, personal getaway or special event is required to dine at Kitchen Table.
SEASIDE
Gusto
1901 Fremont Boulevard 831.899.5825 • gustopizzeriapasta.com Gusto owner Denis Boaro, owner of Carmel’s Basil Seasonal Dining and a native of Northern Italy, named the restaurant for the Italian word for taste and his enthusiasm for delivering delicious authentic Italian food and great service that can be seen in the happy faces of his diners. e bright red-tiled, wood- red oven just inside the entrance sets the restaurant’s festive tone, making you feel like you are in Italy. Gusto specializes in fresh pastas, pizzas, housemade mozzarella as well as unique desserts using the best quality ingredients and organic ours from Italy. Our team strives to support local organic farmers, foragers and shermen bringing you fresh, tasty and sustainable ingredients. Open daily 11:30am–2:30pm, 4:30–9pm.
WATSONVILLE
Gizdich Ranch
55 Peckham Road 831.722.1056 • gizdich-ranch.com Visitors from all over love this third-generation, familyrun farm business that popularized the “pik-yorself” experience just east of Watsonville’s Interlaken neighborhood. Tour the farm, pick fresh apples or berries or watch the action inside the juice-pressing barn. No one leaves hungry if they spend time at the bakery-deli that pleases with its fresh pies, shortcakes and pastries, along with hearty sandwiches and box lunches. is family friendly experience is also a treat for kids, who will enjoy the wide-open spaces and the homemade popsicles. Open daily 9am–5pm.
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