The 39 best cheap eats in Half Moon Bay

We went on a Friday morning, 15min before they open there was already a long queue. We got seated very quickly after they opened. We ordered lobster rolls, grilled oysters, fried calamari and seafood pasta. The lobster roll was the best I’ve ever had, the meat was overflowing! Everything else was very decent too! The view from the restaurant was definitely a plus. Will 100% back again.

We sat outside and it was the perfect sunny day out with the amazing view of the bay. The service and staff were friendly and helpful. Food: The clam chowder is what they’re known for and my husband enjoyed the seasonal pumpkin bisque. The scallops were well cooked and the garnish underneath helps add a kick of flavor. The fried seafood combo was really good and even though the seafood was fried, the meat inside was still juicy. The only letdown of the meal was the lobster roll. At first glance we were pleasantly surprised by the amount of lobster meat, but the meat was chewy and dry. Also, the roll was dry and hard to chew through as well. It seemed like an off day, so it may be better for other people on another day.

Place has a great location and SOME menu highlights, but overall it’s due for an update. The decor feels outdated, and if you choose to sit outside, make sure it’s not windy - it can literally blow your appetite away. The ladies’ restroom line was endless, which definitely took away from the experience. Most of the menu leans on deep-fried items that come out oily, and the fish was soaked in grease. The fries was way overdried and felt like spice lid broke loose over it. On the positive side, the New England clam chowder stood out!, large portion easily feeds two and had solid, rich flavor. Beverage selection was decent with a fair range of draft beers. Overall, the place still has potential, but it’s calling for a refresh in both design and dish selection to match its view and reputation.

10.25.25 Super busy and full of customers, even at 4pm. Wait time was 20 min. Our meals of Cioppino, Swordfish & Dressed Lobster Roll were excellent. And not overly salty, you can add salt & pepper to adjust to your taste. New England Clam Chowder was good also. Everything was fresh and cooked just right. Bread, while fresh, was cold due to them not heating it prior to serving as they "don't have oven capacity to accomodate for bread" we were told very apologetically. Our server Jesus A., was great, he made us feel very welcome, our first time dining here. Thank you to him!

Always a great experience at Sam's Chowder House! Shared a few plates, the clam chowder was the right consistency, not too thick. Fish and chips with coleslaw were perfect with the, crab louie and bay shrimp salad both had generous portion of seafood. Octopus appetizer was delicious! Sorry for shadow on photos we were enjoying the outside.

We visited Sam’s Chowder House with a group of colleagues and had an absolutely great time. The atmosphere is lively and relaxed, with that perfect coastal vibe that makes the whole experience feel authentic and fun. The seafood boil was outstanding - fresh lobster, mussels, clams, sausage, corn, potatoes, and plenty of melted butter. Everything tasted wonderful, perfectly cooked and full of flavour. The portions were generous, and the presentation made it even more enjoyable to share as a group. We also really enjoyed the energy of the place. It’s the kind of restaurant where you can laugh, talk, and enjoy great food without feeling rushed. The staff were friendly and attentive, making sure we had everything we needed throughout the evening. A fantastic spot for seafood lovers, team outings, or anyone wanting a memorable meal by the coast. Highly recommended - we’ll definitely be back.

Sam’s Chowder House lobster rolls was the best I have ever had. There was a lot of lobster and it was slightly seasoned. We ordered the Naked Lobster Roll which means it is a little warm. I have only had cold lobster rolls so I really enjoyed the warm lobster roll. The bread was SO GOOD. It looks like a pretzel roll but it is not. It was a buttery toasted soft bread. I enjoyed the bread just as much as the lobster. Their clam chowder was so-so😑. It tastes more like celery soup than clam chowder. There is inside and outside seating. We enjoyed the outside seating overlooking the harbor. We dined at night and the temperature was chilly but the heating lamps made the area nice and warm.

On a chilly Tuesday, I decided on a little trip over to half moon bay. After spending some time hiking and enjoying nature, we were hungry and chose Barbara’s Fishtrap. I had been scrolling through reviews and this seemed like a great place so I knew I had to try it out. All of the food was excellent, perhaps other than the oyster tempura sandwich. There were only 3 measly oysters which is terrible. However the large fish trap was fantastic. Everything on that plate was cooked well and tasted great. If I were to go back I definitely would skip the oyster sandwich because it does not feel worth the price at all for 3 fried oysters with relatively cheap items accompanying it. However, the saving grace of this meal was definitely the actual fish trap which is more of what they’re known for. In the future I would definitely just share the large fish trap among two people. Service was also nice but I could tell they were being rushed through everything.

We arrived within 10 min of the restaurant opening and took the last table. It's worth the wait if you have to. The staff is friendly and efficient. The clam chowder was very fresh and tasty. We tried most tempura items (fish, scallop, shrimp, zucchini, and more). Everything was flavorful but hands down the scallops were the best. I'd order a plateful with some cheese bread. The bread on my fried oyster sandwich was perfectly toasted. I added the coal slaw to give it freshness and crunch. The steak fries were hefty and filling. The zucchini was a perfect side. We walked away completely satisfied. The portions are shareable. We will be back for more.

The best items I tried here were the fried Ocean prawns tempura and the Key Lime Pie with the Kona Hawaiian beer. The key lime pie was yummy...not exactly the same as I had in Key West (because the type of lime used is different here). The fish and garlic butter prawns were ok. I loved the Ocean prawns and the Kona Big Wave beer was the smoothest lightest beer almost like a lager. Definitely goes super well with orange wedges squeezed in it!

The restaurant closes to change frying oil between 3:00 to 3:45 but they start closing down earlier if needed. When we were there recently on a weekend, they stopped taking orders at the take out counter before 2:45 so just be aware and plan accordingly. It's an awesome fish shack. During peak lunch period, the wait time for a table in the restaurant can be an hr or more long. The line for the take out counter can also be long but it moves fairly quickly. There are several picnic style tables outside. Many people also take it to go on the beach. The fish and chips is what we get almost every time. The clam chowder is the best. They can broil the fish instead of frying it if you want. Just ask.

Parking is difficult. Long line to order. 25-30 minute wait to be seated. 10 minute wait for to go. Decent amount of seating for to go outside the restaurant. Fish and chips was very greasy, but tasty. Clam chowder- potato based, with good flavor and a decent amount of clans. Decent portion size. I wouldn't rush back- plenty of other restaurants to try nearby.

Fresh seafood and amazing customer service. The scallops are incredible. As well as the Crab sandwich, Ceasar salad, clams, and tempura mushrooms. Their clam chowder is also a must. No cream added. They utilize the potato to get this incredible texture and thickness in the soup that's craveable. We live in SF but it's worth the 30 or ao minutes to get there. Dog friendly patio. Always a plus.

I like Barbara’s Fish trap. The ceviche is the best. It had the right amount of onions and cilantro if you like onions and cilantro. It is served with a side of pita chips. The fish and chip were good as well. The fish tastes fresh. The atmosphere was unique. It is a spot on the side of the harbor. We enjoyed sitting at the picnic tables along the side of the restaurant. We will definitely return to try other dishes.

I had a great visit to The Barn in Half Moon Bay. The relaxed farm-style setting made it the perfect spot to unwind outdoors. I tried the “What Cluck” chicken sandwich which was crispy and flavorful, and the “Where’s the Beef” grilled cheese was rich and satisfying. The BLT was fresh and hearty, and the mango lemonade was the ideal refreshing drink. I finished it off with a slice of Lolliberry pie that was sweet and tangy. A memorable meal in a charming spot.

The fries were some of the worst I ever had, cold, super stale texture, tastes like double fried or old oil, and overly salted. The chocolate shake tasted like there was little chocolate and ice cream, lots of milk. Really want to like this place because the menu sounds amazing, but sub par food and service in my opinion. Hope they turn it around, would try one or two more times before giving up as they have nice outdoor seating, but quality is just not matching their prices. 7 dollars for the worst fries ever, although portion is large.

LOVED the food here! Everything was so flavorful and fresh (contrary to previous reviews) — I had the ‘What the Cluck’ chicken sandwich which was the staff recommendation and it was fantastic + my brother had the ‘Hot Farmer’ burger and he said it was one of the best (if not the best) he has ever had. The chili was also great and fries were simple but good. The prices are expensive, but typical for this area. Wait times can also get quite long depending on the time you come, but the food is honestly worth it. There is also loads of seating (all outdoors), and it’s a great place for any size parties or children. Would recommend — the perfect lunch spot!

The entire crew and ambience was amazing! Really enjoyed sitting right next to the barn and then also in the garden by the fire pit once a little bit of a chill came on with the fog! Beautiful surroundings and incredible firm to table cuisine.

Burgers were delicious! Mac and cheese bites were giant and good, not greasy at all with the perfect amount of crispy breading but need more cheese or flavor.

Vibes were great. We went early so parking was not an issue. There is a small dedicated parking lot, otherwise may have to find parking. Menu price can be $$. Food was great. Outdoor seating was clean.

If you like a crispy chicken sammy this is definitely a great spot to stop at. I got the cluckin crispy sammy and it was delicious, I added bacon to mine which you should do too. The service was so so but it was also a busy Saturday afternoon so i know how hard that can be for someone working there. You should keep an eye out for the weather before heading there cuz if its really foggy theres not many spots to sit outside (no inside dining here). Also this place is definitely pricey (but worth it) we got a burger and a chicken sammy and 2 beers and it was like $80+.

Nice place to get good food near beach areas! I had the hamburger and my partner had the mushroom hamburger and homemade potato chips with a root beer to drink. Delicious! This place is busy on the weekends. They pump out the food pretty fast for a caboose!

Everything about Dad’s was simply excellent. Great vibes, love a tight menu, and the best burger I’ve had in a long time. The salad was clearly super fresh and the dressing unexpected and delicious. The service was so warm and friendly too. Dad’s is such a gem, I can’t wait to return! 100% worth a stop up the coast.

4.3/5 for the hamburger sandwich. It was kinda pricey but taste wise it was really good. Definitely come here if you’re in the half moon bay area. The taste reminded me of beeps burger but a little but better and lighter. My photos dont do justice here lol

Employees are amazing! Funny and personable, loved everyone and super interactive with all the customers. Food was delicious, fresh daily. Priced higher than expected but it's worth it given all the pluses of quality and service and atmosphere. The vibes were immaculate- cozy and unique too.

We stopped due to reading reviews of how awesome this place was. Wish the menu would have been larger as we had to settle on the burger(wife and I aren’t eating a mushroom sandwich). Homemade chips were good but nothing spectacular. Mac and cheese was unique and the crunchy rice added a great twist but the mac could definitely use more bold, flavorful cheese. Bees all outside in the waiting/ eating area so we decided to eat in the car.

We waited about 15 minutes before being seated. Ordered the burger, salad, soup, and dessert. The salad was quite herby and a bit hard to chew, and the burger was just okay. The place itself is cute, with a big parking lot, but the menu is quite limited. The service, however, is very warm and enthusiastic — the staff are kind and even chat with customers while they wait for their orders. Overall, it’s not really a spot I’d go out of my way to visit. The

This would be a 3.5/5 for my partner and I. We stopped here because the spot was unique (part of a train), but nothing special about the food (at least the item we got which was the hamburger sandwich). When we got there, the line was long and then we waited about 15-20 mins for the food. It was a very basic breakfast patty melt- it had a generic beef patty topped with a cheese, a piece of lettuce and pickled onions, and sandwiches by two pieces of toast. The sauce was light, almost non-existent. Portion is a normal sandwich- all for $17.00 which we thought was on the steeper side.

This is one of the few spots available in Half moon bay for decent drinks and food overlooking the ocean. Hence, went here. There was a wait time for about half hour on a Saturday afternoon. Mushroom soup was soup of the day. Truffle fries were good and mango cider was good too. Fish tacos were decent.

Now is the perfect time to visit, with pumpkins seasons and the weather being just right. There were a lot of people on the weekend, but the wait was only 10 minutes. Sitting at the outdoor tables, many people brought their dogs, and there were 11 ！ I ordered claims chowder, prawn salad, fish taco, and fried calamari ( a little bit too dry ) Every dish was good. The service was very diligent and they refilled the drink all the time. Parking easy !

This place has absolutely DELICIOUS beer and super friendly service. Me and my husband love coming here when visiting Half Moon Bay. I wish that I could give them five stars. However, the last two times we have been there and I have gotten food poisoning. Yesterday after eating there I was the only one of our party of four that ordered fish and now I am having it come out of both ends. (Trying not to be graphic, but just being honest.) My husband who orders a burger every time we come has never gotten food poisoning. So, in summary, if visiting this place get ready for amazing beer and friendly service, but maybe stick with a burger and stay away from the fish.......

This place is wonderful! The service is great, the food is divine, and the atmosphere is welcoming. I've visited three times total, third time I brought my family with me. It's worth the price! I'll definitely keep coming back!

I don’t usually eat sea food but this spot is great. Our waitress Kaitlyn was so nice to us! Will for sure visit again!

Pretty solid brewpub. I think the food is better than the beers. The quality and freshness of the seafood is there and I never had a bad dish. I think they make the best clam chowder in HMB. I get it every time I come here and I've tried all of the chowders in the area. The beers are decent at best, never had any standouts but all very drinkable. Service varies. Big restaurant with lots of indoor and outdoor seating. It's a popular spot so you may have to wait during peak times. Parking is free and not too difficult in the large shared parking lot around the restaurant.

This is one of my favorite places. The beer is good. Love the clam chowder soup. Grilled fish tacos are phenomenal. The fish and chips is delicious. Yummm

While walking past the Moonside Bakery & Cafe, we saw many customers either enjoying their coffee or breakfast there or just lining up to purchase the pastries at the bakery. We decided to buy something for our campsites as an extra item for our lunch. All the pastries and cookies we bought were made fresh and delicious. The cashier was very friendly, even though he was swamped. Good jobs! I’ll be back next time when I visit Half Moon Bay again!

The service is friendly but basic. The place decoration is simple and nice. The food tastes good but… If you are vegetarian you are fine but if you are vegan is way more complicated as the dishes don't have a clear list of ingredients and the salsas are a mistery, they just bring to the table with no explanation. The allegedly vegan soup have some ghee butter flavor. Very affordable prices.

There are many seating with gorgeous interiors in the shop. Actually, the shop has two entrances. One on the front, the other on the back, which is connected to this small shipping plaza with beautiful wall paintings and ceiling decorations I like. Many bakeries and cakes look really cute and delicious. They look like they are baking them in the shop. Long line, so there's some wait time, but it's worth it.

We LOVED this place as it is a little gem in HMB (Half Moon Bay). The food was great and they had lots of options.

Food is incredible here. So many sweet treat options. The sandwiches are delicious and the potato salad with the sandwich was the best I've ever had. The fire oven pizza is amazing. We enjoyed every bite at Moonside bakery. Worth the money!

The shop looked charming at first but after ordering and eating the food on the spot, the experience was upsetting to say the least. We ordered a mushroom pizza, and it came out burnt and generally unenjoyable. The dining area has no good atmosphere at all either. Maybe the desserts are better than everything else, but I doubt it.

Wow… yeah no so favorable . Staff good, they lost my latte? Seriously… someone took it after being made.. French toast was so darn DRY and sweet.. had to toss it. The eggs and potatoes, come on, who can mess this up? They did, dry, no flavor and the portions were like a starvation diet size. Tossed.. in our opinions, we don’t know HOW this place has a 4 star review. The 2 stars are for the staff at the order line and cashier. The latte girls have zero personality and skill. The coffee and latte was watery.

This was my first time visiting this bakery. Nice vibe great pictures, great pastries, and donuts breads. However, out of the staff unfortunately I got the rotten apple. No hello, how can I help? Lol, I got the look as if I’m to now I’m next. I ordered four different kinds of cookies and cannolis. I got four individual bags to carry out the 4 different types of cookies I ordered.? Maybe, I should have asked earlier to put them in a box but Honestly, I didn’t know how much I was going to order. Everything looked delicious! Sometimes common sense goes a long way.? I did ask after if I could please have a box to make it easier to carry the cookies out. She gave me the box and walked away nice!? Trust me, I understand I work retail. However, just remember this one thing… Customers are there keeping you employed with the job whether you’re tired or not whether you wanna be there or not! Treat your customers with respect always!!! Great them with one word “Hello” if anything it’s respect, that’s customer service! Have a great day.. P.S your cannolis were amazing!

This amazing, cute, and small donut-cookie shop is the classic, nostalgic era. Love everything about it. The vintage wooden door and door knob took me back to yester-years. Once you walk in there, it's like magnetic and steel, the gourmet cake slices, cookies, donuts draws all your attention to the glass panel counter. Mouthwatering decors of each cookies, cake slices, the works. So many choices, how do you choose. Because I was visiting Half Moon Bay from Utah, my eyes were much bigger than my stomach. I got lots of different kinds of cookies, sweet treats, cheesecake slices. I made sure I've what I picked out before I walked out of the bakery. I had a checklist to eat some, save some at the hotel, and bring some back to Utah to share with families and friends. The employees were friendly and helpful. I loved the decors, settings and environment. The bakery is small but it has all the charms a bakery could ask for and more. I lost track how much I spent, let's just say a good amount; no matter, I got what I wanted and made me happy when I left the bakery shop. Everything was fresh on the spot. If you are craving for sweet treats, let me say this is the bakery destination you don't want to miss. I started with one-two-then a few more cookies, a satisfied/happy customer. I knew in my heart the next time I return home to the Bay Area, I will be sure to take a drive to this bakery store, again. From the San Francisco International Airport to Half Moon Bay Bakery, it was about 45 minutes depending on traffic as I took my sweet time on CA-1 South, the scenic drive route was beautiful as a postcard and it was about 27 miles. With a full box of treats in my rental vehicle, eating them all along during my drive back to the Bay Area, my heart was content and complete. Half Moon Bay is one of the happiest bakery store on Earth. Can't wait to return for more yummy treats.

Half Moon Bay Bakery on Main Street is a tiny, charming gem that smells like heaven the moment you walk in. The display case is full of fresh pastries, cookies, and specialty breads that all look irresistible. We picked up a pumpkin bread that was perfectly spiced and moist — we savored it for the next two days! The kids chose two pastries and couldn’t stop talking about how good they were. A cozy, nostalgic bakery that’s absolutely worth a stop when you’re in downtown Half Moon Bay. Highly recommended!

Excellent Bakery. It’s been there for almost 30 years. I visit the place every time I go to Half Moon Bay downtown. The cinnamon Crisps are the best. Love the wood fired pizzas too.

Donut was good but stay away from the cookies. Unless you like the taste of stale! Purchased a bunch of different kinds and ended up throwing all away ($38 worth!). My advice is to buy one and taste, if you like then buy more.

Was there Nov 8-9, Cute little bakery, I have been there several times. Girl behind counter was very short, seemed very annoyed. Help should be friendly and helpful and appear to enjoy the job.

My son brought a $14 loaf of artichoke bread home to the east bay, only to discover it was covered in spots of mold. So much for bakery fresh.

We had a wonderful dining experience at Mansoon Himalayan Cuisine! The food was absolutely delicious—rich in flavor, freshly prepared, and perfectly spiced. Every dish we tried exceeded our expectations. On top of that, the customer service was outstanding. The staff were incredibly welcoming, attentive, and made us feel right at home. Their warm hospitality truly enhanced our visit. Highly recommend this place if you’re looking for authentic Himalayan flavors and top-notch service! Thank you so much . 🙏

This place rocks. I got the Himalayan meal and it felt like I had 4 courses. Also tried Momos, the tandoor plate and chow main. Everything was excellent. Would come here often if it was close.

I’m a Indian food fanatic and I loved this place! We ordered several dishes as a family and tried them all. They were all delicious and the service was excellent. Very good flavors in all of the dishes and the ambience was fun. Definitely recommend any of the chicken curries.

Update: the only thing that I loved here... Channa masala and the curries are now very very bad. Tea is still good but everything else lost it's shine. Old review: four star Channa masala was very very good. Must try. The naans (plain, butter and kashmiri) were okay. The chai, chicken curry were good. Weren't happy with samosa. Momos was good too. I found the prices were a bit higher than the other places I visit by a whole dollar or two per dish. The service is stellar. But, all the dishes were edible and good to consume. And I have had better naans, chicken curry and samosas for lesser price elsewhere. The channa masala is very good though.

The service and food were excellent. Our family has different spice levels so it was great that this restaurant allows you to choose your spice preference. Mild was truly mild. I loved the flavors of the dishes. There were clearly marked vegan options as well. The restaurant and bathroom were also kept clean, which is an extra bonus. The restaurant is in a plaza with many parking spots, which is helpful in downtown Half Moon Bay. I definitely would recommend this restaurant.

Being a vegetarian it’s a bit tricky to find food that’s leaves you craving for more. While in HMB we stumbled upon this place and it was very welcoming and warm looked more like a family run place and cozy set up. They have wishing wheel as well and a lot of interesting stuff. However I wish I could say the same about all the food. The veg momos very great sadly the aloo bodi tama had the black eyes bean peas were so hard and uncooked I might have ended up hurting a tooth or two, while the naan was edible enough Overall a nice place depending on what you chose, also very few vegetarian options.

Mixed Nepalese and Indian cuisine. Both vegetarian and meat option (chicken, lamb, fish). It’s family owned and run. Staff is very nice and service is great. Food is delicious and fresh. Will make sure to come back.

Coffee stout absolutely delicious. Fast, friendly service. Food options plentiful around. I had started off at HMB brewing co but the hosts were none too friendly so looked elsewhere to relax and enjoy a local brew. Highly recommend

Great selection of brew. They even had one that my wife liked…and she doesn’t like beer😆. Cool atmosphere and outdoor seating with a food vendor right outside their entrance. Don’t forget to see bathroom art, it’s classic!

stopped by a while ago with my friends and really enjoyed the atmosphere - not only are the drinks here good but I'd say its a great spot to stop by if you're in the area - whether it's to grab a drink or two to catch up, go on a date, and or just relax and catch a breath after going to the beach! and an added bonus is that they have a wide range of board games and card games available! my friends were enjoying some drinks as we played uno :) tips: - indoor and outdoor seating available - bathrooms available - lots of parking around the area - bomb food choices in the area too - great for big groups

Solid local brewery, great vibes. The beer is good but not impressive

Great spot with fantastic beer. It's a good place to get some late-night work in since they have Wi-Fi and power. I only wish they would stay open later but totally understand. Would definitely recommend.

We hosted an event at Hop Dogma and had the BEST experience. Ethan was incredible to work with - he was prompt with his communication and made sure our event went smoothly. This was the perfect event space. The bartenders were incredible & we got so many compliments on the space & drinks.

Awesome beer, great hospitality, fun atmosphere. The best brews we tasted during our trek from SLO to SFO. Loved the Venti is Large. Thank you Carlo for the warm welcome, generous pours, and great service.

Upon arrival, we were seated right away. They must've been shorthanded that day because it took at LEAST 10 minutes or more for a waiter to take our order. We ordered the warm bread bowl and butter as an appetizer. To my disappointment, the crust and ends were rock hard, making most of it inedible. This didn't give me much confidence that my dish, the Flying Cabanera pasta, would be any better. To my surprise, the shrimp were big, the sauce was flavor, the pasta was cooked just right, and the portions were plentiful. Despite the not so great service and appetizer, I would like to come back and try other menu items.

Food was very tasty and good. The popcorn shrimp were crispy and delicious. The crab sandwich was made from fresh crabmeat with melted cheese. Service okay not too bad. But the restaurant itself was nice and chill. The decor was old school, but made the place feel more authentic to the area. Price was reasonable for someone on a budget.

Was looking for lunch recommendations from ChatGPT and this restaurant came up on top for its seafood tacos and fish & chips (apparently rated #9 best in America by The Daily Meal). We started with the clam chowder, which was decent. Then moved onto crab melt sandwich was perfectly crisp, but didn’t wow us. We opted for 3 tacos solo ($7.50 each) to save $3 since we didn’t need the extra rice, beans, fries, or salad: Cod taco – uses the same fish as the fish & chips, so it felt redundant. Mahi Mahi taco – two generous pieces of grilled fish with mango salsa; tasty but not memorable. Coconut shrimp taco – two shrimp with mango salsa; nicely crisp but could have used a squeeze of lemon for extra zing. Finally, the fish & chips were indeed the highlight but the portion was tiny, leaving us a little underwhelmed. We skipped the recommended homemade devil's slide expresso pie and key lime pie since we brought our own birthday cake but since the restaurant charges a $2 per-person cake-cutting fee, we decided to have it at the beach instead. Nothing stood out enough to make it worth going out of your way.

Thank you for your service and for the food and for letting me stay for a while after eating to hang out before heading back home. I will say for the sear bass to add more seasoning to it please so there's more flavor to it. Also for sweet potato frensh fries make it more crisper please. Thank you again!

This place is odd. The service is not good. It's unorganized and the food itself is lackluster. Super expensive too! There was no clear indication who was our waiter it was all over the place. I paid cash and it took so long to get change like they couldn't find any. I wouldn't recommend this place, it had no heart.

We visited Flying Fish during the Pumpkin Festival weekend. Even with the crowds and hectic parking situation, our party of 10 was seated right away. The staff was extremely friendly and helpful, which made the experience even better. We ordered a variety of dishes — calamari, fish and chips, clam chowder (both in a bread bowl and in a regular bowl), and the seafood cioppino. Everything was delicious! My favorites were the fish and chips and the calamari. Portions were great, the food came out fresh, and the flavors were spot on. Overall, a fantastic spot for seafood in Half Moon Bay. We’ll definitely be back!

Vegetarian salad was amazing and the jambalaya. The service was excellent, the waitress was so nice and attentive.

What a delicious meal we had here! We stopped there on the way to the Carmel by the sea and it was such a good decision! Perfectly prepared chicken, great veggies and amazing guacamole 🥑 (Chicken Fajita)

The location of the restaurant is super cute! Very reminiscent of Mexico. My boyfriend ordered the garlic prawns and I got the cochinita panuchos. The pictures don’t do the food justice! The prawns were well seasoned and the dish came with fresh tortillas on the side. I got the cochinita panuchos which come with 3 panuchos. It’s very filling! The bean stuffed maize patty is topped off with cold slaw and avocados. The service was okay. The prawns were the only fish option available which was unfortunate since one of us is vegetarian. Plenty of seating.

We’re locals and we brought a visiting relative to Cafe Capistrano for dinner and it was a great experience. We had the Poc Chuc pork dish, the chicken enchiladas, and vegetarian quesadillas. It’s open for breakfast, lunch & dinner, and just 2 blocks off Main Street.

The Yucatán plate had a nice mix of three appetizers, my favorite was the panucho. The cochinita pibil was solid, hardy and filling. The vibe was low key and homey.

2nd time here and it still doesn’t disappoint! It’s totally unlike your typical very Americanized Mexican food. Had the most colorful and scrumptious appetizer to share and each of us ordered pork, steak and chicken dish separately. Amazingly each grill meat tastes aromatically different. The lady server was very friendly and we even went back to the kitchen to discuss with the also very friendly Mayan chef. He showed us the sauce used to marinate and cooked the grilled chicken with. We left satisfied to our taste buds and not feeling too heavy or too rich. Besides, the dishes are so vividly colorful with all natural ingredients! This place is worth coming back again and again.

I almost didn’t go because I don’t *love* Mexican food in America but I saw reviews that said food is rly fresh and loved the variety of things I saw on plates so i went. Those reviews are 100% correct. Well seasoned, fresh ingredients FRESHLY prepared, and perfection portioned and served. Very friendly service, unassuming interior, very charming and unique atmosphere. Great for dinner for 1 or with lots of fam/friends. Server walked by to see if I liked the food, and all I could say was “this food is literally amazing” and I made eye contact with the chef!!! Highly highly highly recommend when in HMB.

Wow! We got off the main road in Half Moon Bay and found Cafe Capristrano in a quiet neighborhood on October 4, 2025. Don’t be fooled by the small older home-turned-quaint-casual restaurant. We were utterly blown away by the food. Best homemade chunky guacamole. The Mayan style chicken adobo was moist and tender. The garlic prawns were cooked to perfection. The cheese enchiladas with Yucatán style sauce were to die for. The Cochinita Pibil (pork slowed cooked in banana leaves) was tender and moist. Many of the dishes are served with generous and delicious portions of black beans, fresh salsa, fruit salsa, guacamole, rice, and Mayan coleslaw. The staff is friendly and make you feel right at home. We can’t wait to go back to try their other selections.

Absolutely scrumptious affogato and pastries! A huge selection of sweets (think tarts, tiramisu, cake, croissants, bread) and savory goods too. Plenty of both indoor and outdoor seating. Fast service. Great ambiance with the ocean/harbor views. Will definitely be back next time I’m in Half Moon Bay. The s’mores bar was a 10/10.

loved it… food was amazing … we ordered pizza and veggie omlet, creame cheese bagel but everything was delicious and especially was made with min oil… not at all greesy

I haven't tried the meal type food here, but this is my family's go to spot for dessert and coffee in the area. The selection of pastries is always wide enough to find several you want to try. Generally, they have been hit or miss with some being very good and some being only ok, but most on the tasty side. I tried the gelato this time which was delicious

Nice coffee and lots of pastry. They even had couple of gluten free selection. They also have a lots of nice flovrr ice cream.

My salad was great but my sandwich, was I felt, terrible. I also had one of the best cups of coffee ever. The cookies and pastry were amazing. But I had what they called gelato and it wasn't even good ice cream. So the food is a real mixed bag.

Awesome and cute little eatery! Great vibes, great staff, great food! I highly recommend stopping in!

Stopped by for coffee and snacks, however they didn't have any vegan options other than a salad. For some reason they sprinkled the foam top of our latte and cappuccino with chocolate/cacao powder, which we didn't ask for, neither we liked it. Fortunately they had cinnamon and nutmeg instead. Nice interior, warm and friendly overall. They had plant based beverages for coffee. Ordering was slow due to some customers holding up the line by being indecisive - despite standing in line for a few minutes prior to their turn.

I haven’t had this good of an experience at a restaurant in a long while. Celebrating my husband’s birthday I was very concerned that we hadn’t picked a spot in advance. After scanning all the menus along the Main Street my husband chose to come here. I was immediately delighted that there was a huge and well appointed garden and open play space with enclosure for our three kids to play freely with the kids of other patrons. That would have made my day, but we also really loved the food. I had the Southwest salad with shrimp and I loved every bit of it- the shrimp especially! We shared the elote (corn) and it was truly scrumptious! My husband had to get a second serving of his street tacos. He loved the carnitas and carne asada. I asked Jordon what the dessert offerings were for our birthday boy and he took care of that right away bringing us the most amazing churros I’ve had in my life! I had asked about chocolate sauce, but I was so wrong; their caramel sauce was absolutely the right fit! The kids had chicken fingers with fries as well as rice and beans. The healthy portion of guacamole with some Pico salsa was a lovely addition too! I enjoyed the cilantro lime margarita and the salt brim seasoning was heavenly. We were super impressed by the service provided by Jordan and also enjoyed the happy banter and social kindness of bartender Ryan. Now seriously the space and grounds themselves are also on par with the excellent food so you get atmosphere and star quality service and a delicious, fulfilling meal all together. Well done! My husband’s birthday dinner was one we will remember happily forever. On a side note, I didn’t see a bathroom with a changing table. I asked Jordan and he graciously opened up the « secret » bathroom for baby changing. Nice. Go here for fun vibes and I’m sure so much more whenever you can!

I promised to eat here and it finally happened. We are celebrating our birthdays. The appetizers delicious. I like the salsa with freshly diced tomatoes and guacamole. The shrimp ceviche was great! We also ordered fried Baja Fish Tacos, grilled Salmon Tacos and a bowl of Clam chowder soup. For dessert, Churros con caramel. Everything was perfectly cooked and beautifully presented. Thank you, Jordan, for waiting on us with a smile! Cheers!

Great atmosphere, skip the waiter order at the counter. Food is still served to you are your table! There are many tables outside and with lots of seating. Don't worry they know the coast can be chilly they have heaters and a firepit to keep you warm and toasty. Dogs are allowed here both inside and outside. The bathrooms are emaculate. The appetizer was enough food for us to share and take our burritos home. This appetizer was the chicken chili nachos! Stop here after walking in the sand at poplar beach with your family and of course the dog!

Great chill spot on Main St in HMB with a fantastic beer list, very tasty eats, and a cool outdoor area that has fire pits and wooden tables and booths. I had the monster enchilada-style Mission Burrito pictured, and it was superb. You can see the flavor in the picture. Bomb.

I came into town for the Pumpernickel Festival with my pal Joey Daytona, only to learn it's next Sunday and not October 12th as the poster says! I'm disappointed, but not mad about it because I only came from Napa, but Joey drove up from Redondo Beach, and closed his High Colonic Clinic for the weekend to be here! As it turns out...the Sunday turned out to be a great day , and only because of the wonderful lunch we had at the Cantina @ San Benito House! Truly exceptional 5 stars all day long ☆☆☆☆☆

Fresh and tasty. We had a vegetarian empanada and street tacos. Extensive bar menu and all margaritas can be made non-alcoholic.

Great drinks and food at the San Benito house. Their Margaritas are terrific, try the white bean nachos with carne asada. The southwest salad with carne asada is also terrific. If you don't have any seating available by the bar there is a back room as well as an outside area that is dog friendly.

Innovative list of beers and a good bratwurst. Great place to hang and talk to people, or write code.

Only ordered tator tots so can’t fully rate their food. The tots were a bit greasy but good bar food. What takes the cake is the service and the drink selection. If you stay there and drink great options and variety. They also have a great canned selection! Highly recommend and was our highlight of the HMB trip! Next time we will have to try the food and maybe get this rating up a bit more.

Looks like an older craftsman home converted into a brewery and restaurant. Love the chill vibes inside. Long high tops for everyone. Some patio and sidewalk seating. Seriously made food and beer at a place that doesn’t take things too seriously. Perfect. Beers on tap. They hand them over to you right away when you order. For food: Between ordering and receiving may have been about 15 minutes. Not bad. Wasn’t packed on a Saturday at 5:30pm. Lots of options for vegetarians. They also had broccoli cheddar as their soup of the day. Need to bring a friend next time so we can order more and share. I came here for the clam chowder bowl. I’ve been in the mood for it and wanted to compare it to the legendary local chowder found at Sam’s on the other end of town I had a few weekends ago. Served hot with oyster crackers, the soup was a bit more sand than ivory colored. Which is just an observation. The taste was incredible. Richly emulsified, creamy, well salted and seasoned, and the pieces inside were perfectly sized for a spoon - no large chunks that feel like ‘work’ There were some chopped chives up top and I wish they added some more. Lovely soup and will come again for more.

Pretty cool litte spot with indoor and outdoor seating. Not on the water, so no good views. We felt the price was rather high for what we got. Wife and I ordered a cheeseburger to split that was decent but nothing to rave about. Daughter got chicken strips that were mostly batter, a bit over cooked, and without much flavor at all. Pretzel bites were good but the beer cheese was much more watery than I like. We also had a root beer for our daughter and two draft beers for me and the wife. Cost was about $100 bucks. Service was good and staff was friendly.

Food is overpriced. Avoid the elk burger. $25 for a small burger with an overcooked patty smothered in Dijon mustard. $5 for side fries. Sacrilege burger was okay, but have to pay extra for cheese. We think they forgot the sauce, so also dry. Again, no fries included for a $18 burger. Weird to use English muffins for buns as default. They tend to be drier and crumbly..maybe that's the theme of the food here Pulled pork sandwich was the only good food. Beers are acceptable, but not worth getting the food here.

Nice chill place. The in-house brewed beers I tried were tasty. Didn’t get to try the food but sure did look good coming out of the kitchen.

Very interesting interpretations of the dishes. Red ale was delicious

This was our first time at this restaurant, and my wife and I were very impressed. The food was delicious, the ambiance was wonderful, and Luis, our waiter, provided excellent service. We enjoyed a salad and a pizza, and both were delightful. This is definitely a place we’ll be coming back to—next time on a Saturday to enjoy the live music. Highly recommended!

We visited on a long weekend and, while we expected it to be busy, the service was exceptionally slow. It took a full hour for our food to arrive after we ordered. Strangely, our appetizer didn't come out beforehand but was served at the same time as our main courses. ​The ambiance was decent, with nice decor and live music. However, the music was so loud that it made it very difficult to hold a conversation. ​Unfortunately, the food was the biggest letdown. The flavors were one-dimensional and lacked any depth. The lobster was extremely salty and overcooked, and the risotto was quite bland. The only enjoyable part of the meal was the shrimp. ​Given the high price point, the experience was definitely not worth it. We will not be returning.

Food 10/10 Had the octopus and Calamari, arancini for apps Mains had the gnocchi and meat lovers. Dessert had panna cotta and tiramisu Recommend the panna cotta 10/10 Drinks highly recommended dragon fruit alcohol one I forgot the name. Everything was Amazing. Service 10/10 Always attentive and helping us out with menu and recommendations. Atmosphere 10/100 You have to check out it’s great.

A Green Oasis with Delicious Italian! This Italian restaurant is incredibly welcoming, truly a green oasis filled with beautiful houseplants of all sizes. The menu is nicely crafted, and while vegetarian options aren't abundant, there's definitely enough to choose from. We absolutely loved the ravioli and the pizza we ordered. But the real standout? The focaccia bread! It was hands down the best we've ever had, amazing with the oil and vinegar. This is a must-try place for anyone looking for a delightful Italian meal in a charming setting!

Amazing experience here at Fattoria E Mare. We were welcomed by the host & were sat quickly. Our server was super friendly & helpful when it came to explaining the different dishes & drinks on the menu. Drinks were phenomenal. The food presentation & palate were amazing. 100% would be back. Ps. Don't forget to order the Focaccia.

Read up a lot on this place + all the advertisements for this place, I had high hopes and expectations but I came in Monday with a reservation at 12pm, it seems they were quite unprepared, the inside smelled like the bathrooms which no surprise, no wonder no one wanted to sit inside. Our server was extremely unattentive, I don't remember her name but she had brown hair and short, rather youngish. She only checked on us a few times, would hardly come to us despite us being right in front of the entrance. It took a min of 10mins to get a hold of our server by which, I didn't even want to order anything else anymore other than wait nearly 20mins for our bill. I came here for the pasta cooked in the cheese wheel, couldn't find it on the menu so I settled for the 3 course course lunch special, only to find out that the cheese wheel pasta was indeed available but by request only. I may come again but it certainly won't be with reservations anymore since it didn't seem to matter as the staff seemed unprepared anyways. The food we ordered were pretty decent, I would entertain a 2nd visit only because I want to try the cheese wheel pasta but other than that, I'd look at other restaurants around the area. Was a big disappointment after waiting a month just to dine here.

I made a reservation for Brunch for my 48th Anniversary. We were seated at the booth seats near the open kitchen. Honestly we should have opted to sit outside since it's a beautiful sunny Sunday but my husband has a back problem and we choose the comfortable seat. But the air was quite smokey from the kitchen that I have to open the front door. The waitress came to take our order about 5 minutes after we were seated at 12:40 pm. We ordered everything together including the desert and tell her to bring it as they are ready. About 10 minutes later she came with the foccacia and oil/ vinegar dip. At this time my husband ordered a glass of orange juice. She never came back with the orange juice so I have to ask another waiter and he bring it right away. The appetizers came half hour later and the main dishes almost an hour later. Thing is it's not even crowded. So I decided to look at the review. The main complain is that they are exceptionally slow. After waiting for another 15 minutes for dessert we decided to cancel it. Its only a toasted bread pudding with ice cream after all. Then they brought it right away and did not charge for it. How is that? Any way all the food we ordered were great except for the corn beef hash. Its soupy. The best was the waffle. Nice and crunchy outside and soft inside. Overall its ok. They just need to speed up the service.

As soon as we stepped inside we were greeted very warmly and seated. Service was great throughout our dining here and food was so good. We got the appetizer sampler, special lamb shank and the beef and gyro plate and they were all 10/10. Renee gave us great service and we were very happy here. We came here for the good reviews and they did not disappoint. Would recommend and definitely come back!

We had an amazing dinner at Ciya Mediterranean Cuisine in Half Moon Bay! Everything looked and tasted incredible — beautifully plated, fresh, and full of flavor. The kebab was perfectly grilled and juicy, the rice and hummus were delicious, and the salad added a refreshing touch. The lamb shank was tender and rich, paired so well with the bulgur and vegetables. You can really tell that everything is made with care and quality ingredients. For dessert, we tried the künefe with Turkish coffee, and it was the perfect ending to the meal — warm, sweet, and comforting. The atmosphere was cozy and welcoming, and the staff were friendly and attentive. It felt like a real Mediterranean experience right here in Half Moon Bay. Definitely one of the best restaurants in the area — we’ll be back soon!

I went to Ciya Mediterranean Cuisine recently and was honestly surprised by how authentic and flavorful the food was. I almost never finish my entire meal when I eat out, but this time I didn’t leave a single bite behind—that’s how good it was . The flavors tasted homemade and truly Mediterranean. The service was just as impressive. The staff were incredibly kind, welcoming, and made the whole experience feel comfortable and genuine. Overall, amazing food and amazing people. I’d definitely go back and recommend it to others.

I’ve tried a lot of Middle Eastern restaurants, but this one really stood out — their signature fish dish was next level! It was so good I almost licked the plate clean 😅 only the head survived. Perfect flavor, perfectly cooked, and served with real care. Easily one of the best meals I’ve had in a long time! 🐟🔥

This is a very good restaurant in half moon bay. Ciya Mediterranean has exceptional food and service. We will definitely return to eat here. The sampler appetizer plate was so delicious and I got to try a little of everything vegetarian. 😋😋😋 I will order the same thing when I make it back to half moon bay. My husband ordered the chicken gyro plate. He loved it. 😋😋 We highly recommend eating here. Thank you Renee for your generous customer service. Everyone was very nice. It made our experience even nicer.

I’ll admit I was a little hesitant at first — sometimes when a place has too many glowing reviews, it can feel almost too good to be true. But I’m really glad my partner and I gave Ciya a try. The food was genuinely flavorful, and there’s clearly care in every dish. The staff was kind and attentive without being over the top. I recommend starting with the appetizer sampler— it’s a great variety and definitely worth it while you wait for your main dish. One small tip: if you’re sensitive to the taste of tap water, go for bottled. Other than that, everything was spot-on. Hoping the quality and hospitality stay just as strong — this place is a gem.

Honestly maybe the best Mediterranean food I’ve ever had and easily my favorite restaurant in Half Moon Bay. I ordered the Adana Kebab. Flavors were perfect and service was very friendly! Wonderful, relaxed atmosphere. I would come back again and definitely recommend anyone in the area to stop here for a meal.

If you order take out, and you do it online, keep this in mind...They do NOT have curbside pickup. Next, they do NOT provide anything to carry orders out in. When I picked up my order, I was handed three (3) loose boxes with my order. I get that they may be trying to be green, but there are green options that don't have food boxes sliding across the back of my car. Ok...for the food. It was OK. Not great, but OK. We had their Brisket Cheesesteak. I had their fries and we shared an order of their appetizer Brisket Street Tacos. First, the tacos weren't an appetizer, it was a full meal. You can see the pictures attached. It was a huge order. The cheesesteaks were dry and the meat looked like it went through a blender. What I mean there is that it was all very finely chopped which didn't make sense for a sandwich as EVERYTHING fell out as soon as you picked it up. Lastly, everything was quite salty. With BBQ, you should expect a little salt especially if they are using dry rubs. But...it tasted like someone took a big shaker to the fries and meat because it was too much salt. This was our first try with them as they just recently opened and I truly hope someone can be successful in that location. I just don't know that we will eat there again.

The sides were fantastic. The BBQ was, by my admittedly very high BBQ standards, good but not great. The brisket was dense, had a nice bark, and was tasty, but didn't achieve the tenderness of excellent brisket. I wanted to love it but could only like it. Don't get me wrong, I'd eat there if I was going to be on that side of the peninsula, but I wouldn't go there for that alone.

We were able to grab a seat up at the bar. Both bartenders on duty were super sweet and fun. The staff in general here were all so welcoming, pleasant, and helpful. The brisket is pretty dang good. Juicy and flavorful with that yummy crust on it. Of all the bbq places in a 50 mile radius, this one is up there in taste and quality. Thumbs up on the chunky potato salad, cheesy mac, and chili sides. The sauces are unique too. I think one of them was carrot based?

I ordered a brisket sandwich and they gave me a sandwich with shredded ground beef for $17. I wish they would’ve told me they ran out of brisket so I would have ordered something else, super disappointed. Service was also very slow. The old location was so much better, always had good food and great service, not coming back even though it’s down the street.

Meat wasnt juicy enough on the lean and was slightly cold (but that mightve been because of waiting for other table food sharing people). Its a meal for 2-3. Cornbread was messed up and undercooked from another meal. Mac n cheese was good. Ribs and Brisket could've been better. Barbecue sauce at the table felt watered down.

Oh. My. Goodness... This place was a delicious life-saver. We were on a road trip down Highway 1, and had already skipped a few places that didn't pique our curiosity. The sign for BBQ did. The menu had several options, they all looked delicious but we settled on a few: The Brisket Burger. The Wings. Fries and slaw. Root beer (They have a bar available FYI) Halfway through the meal my husband mentioned to me I was doing my "Good Food" dance. After hours on the road it was great. The service was also excellent, and folks who stopped in seemed cheery and added to the atmosphere. A cure for hangry. Put it on your pit stop list.

Best BBQ with sizing that will fill you up for days - the brisket is so damn good - also view for the sunset is really nice aswell ! Definitely worth a visit plus the staff is awesome shout out to the guy that gave me some extra brisket you are the real one !!

As soon as we stepped through this enchanting space , the outside tumult faded away, enveloping us in a captivating atmosphere ✨ .The Mediterranean decor, with its earthy and ochre tones , evoked a scene from an oriental tale , each detail stimulating our senses . A fountain murmured softly , replacing the melody of an absent musician , while the stone walls, with their raw beauty , seemed to whisper secrets from the past . The subdued light , filtered through delicate lanterns and crackling fireplaces 🔥, cast dancing shadows , creating an almost unreal ambiance . Around our table , three friends shared a suspended moment , where laughter and emotions intertwined harmoniously, each flavor savored enhancing the magic of the instant . Seated on the open terrace , we were bathed under a starry black sky , adding an extra touch to this sensory experience and reminding us of the beauty of the outside world while remaining enveloped in this haven of peace 🕊️. It’s Italia, thank you for this enchanting environment. Thank you for transporting us to a parallel world. It was beautiful, it was magical. ❤️

The food was very fresh. We had the beet salad, pizza, and carbonara pasta. Hubby had the Pliny the elder beer which he said was amazing. It’s seasonal and can’t get it everywhere. Service was fast and friendly. They also have a large dining area with plenty of seating.

We spent 8 days in California eating at many top restaurants and this little gem was one of the most memorable for many reasons. We had a lovely lunch on a quiet afternoon as our anniversary vacation was coming to an end. Our server was sweet, knowledgeable, bubbly and wonderful. And the food was delicious, especially my peach and burrata salad, and we had a lovely anniversary dessert at the end. I also loved the rustic, quaint atmosphere. It was cozy and perfect. I truly loved this place and if I lived local, it would be my weekly go to spot.

Very good food and excellent service. We had the minestrone soup which was very good. For entree we had the linguine and prawns (tasty, both the prawns and the sauce were delicious), the house rolled gnocchi with gran padano cheese and truffle oil, and the flat bread with butternut squash, caramelized onions and cheese, both were good. The quantity of the main dishes is large, two main dishes are enough for three persons. The complimentary homemade bread with oil and balsamic vinegar was a nice touch. It will be a good idea to serve the flat bread instead, it tastes much better. The atmosphere is very nice, especially in the courtyard.

Such a friendly team! It was a real joy to work with them. I helped with floral decorations for a small wedding there — everything turned out beautifully and effortlessly. A great place with wonderful people.

Great food. Cool atmosphere. Cozy inside with a beautiful outside dining area. Restrooms were very clean. Had a really good experience.

Service is slow but great food here ! Best deep fried calamari! *** Came back here two years later and found it even better! The service is much faster and with a smile, my favorite Calamari is crispier and more delicious ！

Nothing to see here move along.. The line was long and it was disappointing at the end. First of all they asked me if I wanted fries on the side with my meal but they didn't make it clear that it was an extra $4-7 charge and I felt misled. The price is really expensive for the quality you get but I also understand that they may charge these prices because of the location. I got the house salad and added chicken for more than half the cost of the salad. But the chicken was so dry it was like jerky. The Shrimp Bo Boy sandwich didn't have enough sauce and the shrimp was cold. The chowder bowl was $10 and it was the size of my palm. It was good though. I just hope they make it themselves and didn't heat it up from a can. I'll give them the benefit of the doubt and maybe I was just unlucky. But it was bad enough to make me never come here again.

The seafood is good, we stood in line for about 45 minutes while locals skipped the line and ordered inside. The seafood is worth the price, but everything else is overpriced to prevent spouses and friends from just ordering a burger and backing up the kitchen. Just get some fish with a soda and maybe some sweet potato fries ($4) and you'll be a happy camper. Any questions about the food during ordering seemed to be met with agitation and frustration, but the service was happy and helpful. "Shuddup and order Seafood.". Also, the fish market in the back was nice and seemed like good food. My wife thought the Clam Chowder was very good as well...

Grilled Salmon is just okay… but cost $26. Crab cake is good, fried fish and fries taste like nothing….

Albert, the restaurant owner, is the greatest! He's wonderful, professional, accommodating, friendly, very funny and goes above and beyond for everyone. Our crabs were cooked to perfection. We had a wonderful experience. We are sure to return. I highly recommend Princeton Seafood and please say hello to Albert while you're there!

Food and service was amazing, i highly recommended you visit its got a nice outdoor and indoor dining area by the shore. The garlic fries are a must try.

Clam-chowder was spectacular! I know certain people can be picky about the texture of chowder, so just know this one is more on the thick side. I went for dinner on a Saturday night and they close at 8, but because it was a slower day they closed early. I would recommend calling ahead to make sure they are open. Many seafood choices!!! I had the seafood linguine, and I have to say it was not the best one I've had. There was no flavor, and mind you I've had actual frutti di mare in Italy. Even with all of the seafood options, there are enough options for a NON-seafood lover. I would definitely come back!

Great service with excellent food. Super fresh. Very nice view of the harbor.

Beautiful atmosphere, wood work and art work from Indonesia. Food & service was excellent. We enjoyed dragon roll, special spring time rolls not listed on menu. They even made special fried bananas in lemon sauce fur my birthday 🎉. Sweet place. We will be back.

Oh boy! This was a bit of an adventure, and not just for the exquisitely prepared and served sushi. My date for the evening surprised me and said, we have reservations at a sushi place my client owns, let's go... Well, we went and the drive was a little ways from San Mateo -- no problem, but it was raining unusually hard and it was dark on a winding road! Sounds like the opening of a novel, but it really happened that way. The adventure was topped by a great experience and some interesting anecdotes by the gracious host, chef and proprietor. Great job with all that followed -- yummy sushi, miso soup, and boy were we treated nicely and offered some different types of Japanese cuisine. A great place for a quite dinner -- even on a stormy night. #TheBrokerWithAHeart

This place was a great place to stop and get a bite but we got our order to go to enjoy when we got to our hotel but for me the portions were small for the prices but well worth the flavors tiny place with bar style sitting as well as tables and chairs also a adorable option to wear u can sit Chinese style on the floor with a table absolutely gorgeous place.

I can’t remember the last time I paid $150 for a meal that I left at the table because it was so bad. Looking at other’s positive reviews, I’m hoping it was a bad chef or off night? The tempura batter was heavy and chewy. I got chicken teriyaki and the chicken was awful- pounded to the point of not even tasting like chicken. My partner got the Hot Dragon roll and the tuna was chewy and inedible, and the leaf it’s wrapped in was completely overwho. We told the waitress (who was a gem by the way) and nothing was taken off the bill. Really disappointed.

We chose sushi takeout and it was awesome. Two rolls, nigiri chef choice plate, yaki tori, and simple noodles. Lots of fish; these are good portions. Had the nigiri for lunch the next day. Not sure why some low reviews. My experience was great!

Lovely place. Clean and peaceful. Service was wonderful. Quick stop for a late lunch. Highly recommend.

Incredible!!! The sushi is soooo fresh and the service is amazing. We stumbled on this restaurant and WHAT A FIND!!! We had Mochi for dessert. It was also wonderful. Seriously… if you like sushi, what are you waiting for??? Done here today. Also, I need to give a shout out to Ana and Chris who worked tirelessly to make our evening perfect.

I’ve been a customer at San Benito Deli for the past 12 years, and it’s still the only place I go when I’m craving a really good sandwich. As a vegetarian, I appreciate that they have a couple of great options — their olive walnut bread is hands down my favorite and my go-to every time. I’m honestly obsessed with this place. They bake their bread fresh daily, and you can taste the difference — everything feels so fresh and homemade. Don’t miss out on their chocolate or lemon pie either; I always grab one (or two!) to take home. You can enjoy your sandwich on their patio or take it with you to the beach just a few minutes away. Definitely recommend and will keep coming back for many more years!

Excellent sandwich. I come here at least twice a week! Definitely get pastrami on the marble rye bread. Their house made bread Is fantastic. So simple yet delicious. Make sure to get added with that they melt on with extra pastrami! The consistency is very good too quality never changes.

Their little space is awkward, loud and busy but don't let that spot you from ordering! Fresh bread , quality ingredients and friendly staff. Tons of chips and beverage options. Everything was super good , including a big chocolate chip cookie. The line moved very quickly and was completely worth it.

Their sandwiches are made with freshly in-house baked breads with large amounts of deli meat cheese and produce. Half of a sandwich was plenty however for $12 I got two meals out of it. Arrived just before the lunch rush on a Saturday where there was live guitarist on the patio and the weather couldn’t have been better. A wonderful lunch in Half Moon Bay.

Really delicious sandwiches. Super quick service, and a friendly atmosphere. The perfect stop on a road trip down the coast!

There's a reason for the line outside the door! I had a hummus and avocado sandwich on whole wheat and it was really good! Outdoor seating is easy for kids and dogs and the prices are reasonable. This is the best place for a sandwich outside of San Francisco!

I recently had the pleasure of dining at the San Benito House Garden Café in Half Moon Bay, and it was an absolutely delightful experience! 🌸 From the moment I walked in, I was charmed by the cozy and inviting atmosphere. The garden setting is simply beautiful, with lush greenery and vibrant flowers creating a serene and relaxing environment. It's the perfect spot to unwind and enjoy a meal. The food was fantastic! I ordered the roasted beef sandwich on olive walnut bread, and it was absolutely mouthwatering. The beef was tender and flavorful, perfectly complemented by the unique and tasty bread. We also ordered a hazy IPA, which was the perfect refreshing accompaniment to our meal. The ingredients tasted incredibly fresh. Overall, the San Benito House Garden Café is a gem in Half Moon Bay. Whether you're looking for a peaceful place to enjoy a meal or a charming spot to catch up with friends, this café is a must-visit. I can't wait to return and try more of their delicious offerings!

This place was great!! Really good cheesesteak and burger and would come again for sure. The tater tots were very salty though, and the ranch was just a 5.5/10 on my standards. This seems like a perfect place to take your child after a sporting game, or to watch a sports game in half moon bay. The one thing I couldn’t handle was the paper napkins, they sucked and it made me angry. I used 7+, just to eat a cheesesteak. But again, I would come back! Great for when you’re in the mood for a lil burger or cheesesteak.

Incredible value for the money. I ordered the 6 inch tuna salad sandwich and a half order of their seasoned curly fries. The amount of food could have fed three! Food was very tasty and seasoned perfectly! Will visit again!

You order at the counter and seat yourself. The menu has a lot of options. I always like when there’s photos of the food to help me choose which is why I post reviews/photos especially for spots that have me checking online when their menus don’t have them. $20 for this sandwich seemed a little much but I didn’t realize how big it would be. It lasted me for 3 meals! Next time I’m in the area I will come back.

I go to a lot of cheesesteak places and this is the best cheesesteak place. I swear to God I've ever been to the staff was amazing. The cheesesteaks came out to die for

Good cheesesteaks. Yup, that's all I really have to say. We've been missing Jersey Joe's ever since the one close to us closed down, so this was pretty nostalgic. You definitely get what you pay for. One of my family members complained that their sandwich wasn't salty enough and had to add some salt, but mine tasted fine. Very filling lunch after a poor breakfast. Overall, 4/5.

Fun atmosphere. Good quality burgers. It says the hamburger is grass fed grain finished. The fries were 7 out of 10, the California burger I’d give an 8.2 out of 10. Overall a great burger. I would love to try the cheesesteaks another day. Would recommend you try it out.

Grabbed some fries and totes before we fought the traffic back to San Mateo on Saturday. Added cheese our curly fries and it was a whole 2 dollars extra LOL....I feel like they didn't have an option for that so they added like a small cheese fries to it...We also asked for ranch and it was forgotten. Besides that it was alright I guess Food: 5/10 Value: 5/10

Fantastic wine and cheese shoppe. Aside from the extensive wine offerings, the shoppe has cheeses (of course) and other items that make excellent gifts for oneself or others. The specialty wine bags are fun and the mini fondue pots are also great. I love the whale’s tail cutting board. A clean, tidy, top notch shoppe!

From across the country, I ordered a charcuterie board for a very special couple who was visiting Half Moon Bay this past weekend. It was beautifully crafted and was such a delightful surprise for the couple. They sent me a picture. Thank you so much for taking good care of this order, being so easy to work with, and delivering it to them!

Rude staff, terrible service and everyone that was wine tasting seemed miserable. My husband and I stopped in to taste some wine and were blatantly ignored and not offered a menu. After waiting a long time and being treated rudely we decided to leave because there are many better options in the Half Moon Bay Area to have a more enjoyable experience.

Nice place in the heart of downtown half-moon bay They have got some really good wines for rating on the bright whites menu (I didn't try the others) Really nice server at the bar. Glad to be able to use my 15% off yelp coupon for tasting and cheese. You get three 2oz portions in each flight. Good music nice clean interior. The lady was kind enough to let me choose my own cheese and added fig jam and crackers

Nice wine and cheese shop in Central Downtown the only downside is the staff isn't very accommodating. Yes they have lots of wine selections and yes they have a lot of wine accessories but after visiting a few times I've just noticed that the staff isn't very accommodating they tend to say no more than yes they tend to have a lot of rules. If you're looking for a nice place for you and your date maybe this could be fun. But don't count on having a lot of great conversations with the staff.

We’ve visited this wine tasting room for years when visiting HMB and checked it out last week. We are fans of TJ Rodgers Pinot...and keep in mind, my husband and I have a long history with semiconductor, including TJ and Cypress. We had an opportunity to attend an exclusive tasting at his home early 2000s (est) comparing the most expensive French wines to his Pinot. Super impressed by his wine processing… super tech at the time we were there. This wine shop offers many options including TJ’s personal wines (he owns this tasting room). We’ve had a good experience over the years but was annoyed by this last visit. The attendant behind the counter was enthralled with the two gals tasting. The customers were rude and had a biting attitude. The attendant had not recognized our existence..,, until my husband I took a lot of interest in TJs wine, in particular. I was ready to leave until she said…. “Did you want to taste his wine”? I am all about customer service and ambiance and environment that invites you to experience the wine room. I told her how annoyed I was and ready to leave. She recalibrated and adjusted to our needs. We ended up purchasing two bottles of TJ’s wine but I was ready to leave and not buy anything. Not sure who they cater to - locals or vacationers.

Decent selection of wines and cheeses, but the cheese they served on the cheese plate I ordered didn't match what was on the menu (got a basic Mt. Tam from Cowgirl Creamery instead of the advertised French brie), and service to me and my friend was noticeably distant compared to other customers. I wonder why.

Great service! Prices are above average, probably reflecting the tourist area of HMB. Food itself was good, though portions were smaller than expected. Not as good of a value as previous reviews suggest. Will try another diner in HMB next time.

Great chowder. Can really taste the potatoes, clams, bacon and celery. Rich creamy base. Exactly what a classic chowder needs to be. Warm buttered French bread comes with it, instead of the packaged crackers. Nice. Sleep cafe with service to match. Very modestly priced. Will come again.

Great breakfast and fast service! Prices were a little higher than what the outdated menu said, but the food itself was very good and the orange juice was very fresh!

From the outside, Sam’s doesn’t look like much, but inside, it’s cozy and inviting. A classic breakfast spot. Nothing fancy. We had the Eggs Benedict and Huevos Rancheros—both were good. Portion sizes were good. However, in my opinion, the prices are quite high for a classic breakfast. The Huevos Rancheros was $20 and the eggs Benedict were $19. A cup of tea is $4. To me that is a little steep.

The wet burrito was awesome, big portion, couldn’t finish it. The homemade hot green La Negizita sauce made every bite special! The albacore fish melt was tasty too!

Most excellent breakfast! Hit the spot

Sam's Chowder is rich and flavorful. I tried the Blue Crab sandwich this visit, it wasn't as good as Dungeness Crab, so if you're a Dungeness Crab fan I wouldn't recommend the Blue Crab option. I've had Sam's Lobster Roll in previous visits and that was a good choice.

A nice and cozy cafe. Sitting is difficult since they have limited tables. Service is fast but efficient. Cakes are delicious.

What a nice place to grab a coffee, an outdoor table and relax at. The caffe mocha was tasty and full of rich chocolate taste. The baked good seems fresh. I approve of the little shop🤣

Great coffee. I was even attacked by a guy outside and he knocked over my coffee and they didn't even charge me to remake. Got the caffe mocha and it was amazing my wife got the sugar free soy vanilla latte and shes picky and she loved it..

Quaint coffee shop. The coffee is amazing but their food selection is disappointing. Almost nothing in the way of savory food. However one of us had the quiche and enjoyed it

I work in HMB a day or two every few weeks. I have been here 3 times and it is a cute place, sometimes with live music. The first time, I waited about 5 minutes to be served even though it wasn't busy and the women behind the counter saw me. They were doing something, so I was patient, though I felt one should have come to serve the customer. Finally one of them came over, with no apology for the wait. I just had a latte, which was fine. I returned another day and nobody was behind the counter. Another customer said "She's in the back", so I waited. After about 5-7 minutes two people came out from the back. I wondered why they didn't leave one person to help customers. I got an Americano and it had too much water, so I was disappointed that it was weak. I had used my own cup (I like that they allow this) but I wish she had been able to guage how much water to add. I also had the Avocado toast with egg. It was very good and nicely seasoned, but I though a bit small for $12. Nonetheless, I enjoyed the toast, if not the Americano. The last time I went, there was another customer with a toddler waiting and I thought she had already ordered. I waited more than 5 minutes with the two ladies working behind the counter, looking up and not acknowledging me. Maybe because I'm not a regular? I don't know. I had enough of being ignored, so I didn't say anything and left at that point. As I walked out, I heard the other customer say "Is someone going to take my order?" I have no idea how long she had been waiting, but she was there when I arrived. There are a number of good cafes in HMB, so next time I will go to a different one. I don't like to write a negative review for a small business, but I hope they read this because ignoring customers is not good.

It's a very cozy Cafe. I loved the decorations. We sat in the corner by the window. There were lots of bakery items. Coffee is good. I also had the iced tea. It's a tiny place so go there when it is not busy. There's only one table outside. I think the whole point is to enjoy the atmosphere, but good luck getting a table. It is not for big groups, but you can get stuff to go. The staff is so nice and amazing!

Super sweet baristas, they were so kind. Their coffee is a bit expensive, but so delicious, with many different flavors like lavender, hazelnut, and vanilla. The inside is really cute, lots of art. They have indoor and outdoor seating, great place for homework. Their bathroom has some wack architecture but it's very cool.

If you seek a tranquil restaurant with convenient street parking after a picturesque sunset or a relaxing day at the beach in Half Moon Bay, consider Spice Me Thai Cuisine. They offer an extensive menu featuring delectable Thai dishes, including Kao Soi, Crispy Larb Wings, Soft Shell Crab, and many more. The restaurant’s staff is renowned for its friendliness, attentiveness, and speed. I highly recommend visiting Spice Me Thai Cuisine to savor their diverse menu, including the exquisite Roti, a Thai pancake.

Cute little restaurant away from the busy downtown Half Moon Bay area. I ordered the Larb salad and they were able to make it with tofu instead of meat which was awesome! I ordered spice level 3 out of 5 and that was perfect (for me). Customer service was really friendly and helpful, the restaurant was very clean also!

This was a great find for me because I prefer the legit small restaurant feel and that's what I got. The service was quick, very polite and they helped me make up my mind on what to order. The food was super good, you could taste the spice, but not overwhelming. If you are a fire breather, you would need to request more spice. Portion was more than I could eat in one sitting, but I got it boxed up and all was good. Great service. Helpful and attentive, but not hovering.

Great menu including lunch specials. Service was quick and food was flavorful. Highly recommend

Eat here... Can't say anything bad about this place. The volcanic beef is the best .. not very spicy but extremely flavorful. Also the ginger fish is good. Is we come back to the area we are going to decently eat here again.

Ordered the garlic mixed seafood entree, drunken noodles with beef and papaya salad. Everything texturally was spot on but the flavors were relatively muted and definitely catered to a more western palette. Wished they would incorporate more spice or offer some spicy sauce on the side. Food came out quickly for our takeout order which was appreciated.

Decent Thai place in Half Moon Bay! Food taste amazing, the service is fast and the prices are reasonable. We opened it for ourselves craving for good meal after a long active day on the beach and it didn’t disappoint. I chose green curry with lamb and was more than happy with its reach and flavorful taste. My husband got Pad Thai and also was fascinated with it tasting it with peanut sauce. Overall it was great experience and we gonna come there again.

This place is AMAZING! A must stop for breakfast or lunch while you are in HMB. The food is so so delicious and you can tell the ingredients are fresh. The decor is cute and comfortable and the place is always very clean. We have had both breakfast and lunch here and you cannot go wrong. The burger and sandwiches are the best in the area and the breakfast burrito is mouth watering. We like to also get a sweet crepe to share as dessert with our meals. Do not skip this place!!

The food was great and tasty, but the 1-hour wait after ordering was too long. It would have been appreciated if the staff had checked in halfway through to update us on the delay and apologize, but that didn’t happen. The team was clearly working hard, but it seemed like they might have been slightly understaffed.

Came here for Sunday brunch and really enjoyed the Half Moon Bay crepe, but would have loved to have a little less red onion and a bit more smoked salmon in the crepe. Fries were super crispy and delicious.

Love the breakfast here! It’s my go-to spot! Staff is attentive and friendly. You can tell they care about the quality, the portions are generous, I’m really impressed with everything I get when I come here. I recommend the El Paso, Denver omelette, breakfast chorizo burrito and the buttermilk pancakes are top notch.

These ladies are delightful and pay attention to every detail. They take really good care of their customers. The food is delicious, with the Half Moon Bay crepe being my usual go-to. Highly recommend for breakfast/brunch/lunch! :)

We visited this place on Black Friday. We didn’t want to shop we wanted to go to the ocean. On the way tor he beach we stopped by Mavericks. We were glad we did. My daughter had one of their Savory Crepes and really enjoyed it. My wife ordered their French Toast with Walnuts which she liked and there were 6 pieces. I had a Denver Omelette with potatoes and Wheat Toast (excuse the Ketchup in the picture - I dug in before remembering to take a picture). The coffee is also really good also. If you are in the area - stop by you won’t be disappointed- in my opinion.

Decent eggs benedicts, with slightly dry potatoes. Unfortunately, the crepe we ordered was below average. The cream was not authentic, the ice cream was low quality, and needed more nutella.

The drip coffee didn't have much of taste. The bagel was regular and fine. The veg scramble was hot and fresh and without any salt though and I already drove off with the bagel sandwich in the box. Oh well The bathroom was neat and clean and they have nice simple decor with lots of elephants.

Good cup of coffee. So hard to find these days. And the white chocolate blackberry mocha was perfect. Not too sweet, very pleasant and art. Fast service

Their bagels are perfection! Wow! I had a The Works with bacon on an everything bagel and it was so delicious. I had a latte on oat milk which was equally as tasty. My husband had the lox bagel with onion and capers and was very happy with it. The only downside is the fact that everything is served in to-go containers - even when you dine in.

Small coffee shop just off the main road/freeway. Had such a chill and fun vibe, loved the decor inside. It gave off a very elegant and “cool” feel. I wanted to just sit on the couch and enjoy my coffee as I stared out the window. Loved the specialty menu. Had a caramel honey latte and it was definitely a 10/10. Creamy, smooth, tasty, everything a coffee should be like. I came in right before they were closing so they didn’t have much pastries. Did not try the breakfast, but the menu looked like it offered a lot of variety. Overall, I recommend it!

Incredible latte. Super smooth from a great blend of coffee. Farmhouse bagel was excellent. The breakfast cookies had just come out of the oven while we were ordering and that was probably my favorite. All sorts of seeds, granola, and cranberries. It also tasted like peanut butter was in it. Loved this little gem.

Wonderful place on the Coast to eat breakfast, excellent pastries and robust coffee, delicious. Many gluten free options too. Great place to sit inside or outdoors, and enjoy your morning. Don’t miss this, its a gem!

Great little coffee shop to come to before starting your day trip in half Moon Bay. Sandwiches are all very good and they have a lot of protein cookies and baked goods as well. Not dog friendly indoors but they have a cool renovated station wagon you can hang out in outside.

After a long hike, I was craving some delicious food and wanted to enjoy it leisurely in my car. I did a quick search and came across this food truck. The parking lot was open, so I decided to give it a try. The chicken tacos were so amazing that I didn't even bother trying anything else. I'll definitely be coming back for more! This food truck is a must-try with its wide variety of menu options. Go ahead and give it a shot.

I went today to enjoy a ceviche by the beach. I have been there last year and it was ok. But I don't know what happened to this place.. Ceviche was not good at all. I ordered limeño and mixto. Fish was with scales and hard membranes, corn and sweet potato was hard undercook. And worst of all it didn't have enough lime. I am peruvian and I feel bad thinking other people try this and think this is how peruvian Ceviche should taste. Chicha morada wasn't great either. We were lucky to find a gelato store near by to take that bad after taste

Family-owned Peruvian Restaurant. We tried the Saltado with Beef Tenderloin and the Beef Empanadas. The Beef Tenderloin is tender and delicious. The empanadas are flaky and filled with seasoned ground beef. Everything is fresh-tasting. My wife and I shared this meal and it was much more than two of us could eat.

Great Peruvian food outside of Peru! The fried pork , plantains and the ceviche are all good. It is also a plus when the price is reasonable compared to many other Peruvian spots in the Bay Area. Follow my friends recommendation, we get the food to go and ate them at the brewery next door where we got some drinks with the food.

If you are in the area, this is a great casual place to eat. The Peruvian food was outstanding and it was priced reasonably. The employees were very nice. It was a great experience overall.

My friend and I love Peruvian food, we’ve gone to El Cerrito, SF Mission, Pacifica and Half Moon Bay (Lamas). Lamas is located inside of the shopping center, absolutely delicious food! The food is flavorful and authentic we get the Lomo Saltado usually with chicken or beef, rice, fries and an addictive sauce. Perfection! We’ve tried a lot of different items on the menu and everything tastes great and has flavor! This place gets walked by often and people seem to go to the fancy Peruvian spot outside instead I forgot the name of the place but it has hostesses and white table cloths but if you want real flavor and feel like you spent your money well, feel full and satisfied after a meal-try Lamas. I’ve never left this place feeling regretful I leave feeling full, like I spent my money well and like I look forward to returning to try new items on their menu. Staff is very friendly,too!

This is the closest to Peruvian Food that I have found in the Bay Area. I have eaten in several restaurants, really expensive "gourmet" food but it does not come close the "criollo" taste that you can get from the Jalea Peruana or Ceviche Limeño. I've just eaten in the lunch truck outside and even though I was thrown off by the Peruvian / Mexican Cuisine Name, I will eat at this place even if it takes 1 hr driving. Love it! If you already tried plenty of restaurants around San Francisco, Oakland, just give it a try. It may become your favorite spot (plus you can go to the beach).

The staff are really lovely and of course this is a world class location. Our key complaint is the room amenities, evening service and air conditioning at the Ocean House Coastal Room. We arrived late at night on a Thursday and were told we have private guest room away from the main hotel and would not need help with luggage as we could park right outside our room. After driving down to the hotel room we find out we are on an upper floor of the guest room annex and that there’s no elevators - just an outdoor stair case that we had to carry our own luggage up in the dark—pretty shocking for a Ritz at nearly $2k per night. The room was lovely, with an absolutely stunning ocean and golf course view BUT the windows only open about 3 inches! There’s a block to prevent them from opening further which prevents any experience of the ocean breeze at night. Because it was so incredibly warm in the evenings, we had to use the air conditioning - BUT it is also blocked to 65degrees as the lower limit. The second day we asked maintenance to address this, they were able to allow the thermostat down to 60 BUT the air conditioner is not strong enough to actually cool the room beyond 66 degrees. Many studies show that for optimal sleep a room should be at the most 62 degrees at night. The bed covers were also winter covers —subsequently we had terrible night’s sleep for the first two nights. We are here for one more night and the staff kindly gave us a fan to see if that will help—no offer to change us to a room with air con that is powered to actually cool the room though. Frankly I’m pretty shocked that a high class hotel like this has such challenges with basic maintenance.

Super impressive 5 star luxury resort. The grounds are kept very neat and tidy. Staff is impeccable with their courtesy and attention (top down, all around - 5 stars). The rooms are spacious and the amenities are upscale (diptyque, anyone?). Great space for a retreat, getaway, and scenery. You really feel like you've been transported to relax and think.

We had a wonderful stay at The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay. From the moment we arrived, the staff took such great care of us and made our visit feel truly special. Our ocean-view room was beautiful and offered stunning views of the coastline — a perfect place to unwind. We enjoyed an excellent meal at the restaurant, and the afternoon walk along the cliffs was breathtaking, especially as we watched the bagpiper perform during sunset — such a magical touch that makes this place one of a kind. One of the highlights for my son and me was spending time at the putting range in the afternoon, practicing golf together while enjoying the ocean breeze. It’s a memory we’ll always treasure. This is a remarkable property — elegant, welcoming, and full of thoughtful details. We can’t wait to return.

The Ritz-Carlton, Half Moon Bay Guest Relations Team went above and beyond for the entire stay. They helped me pull off a few surprises and helped to make it one of the best vacations ever. Extremely accommodating and felt welcomed the entire time. The valet's attire and their attitude were so memorable and kind. We made sure to get back by sunset each night so we didn't miss the bagpiper's performance. Housekeeping was very attentive and the chocolates were a welcome treat each time. Loved going on bike rides with the bikes provided. Concierge were very helpful with choosing restaurants in the cute little downtown area. Beautiful Property and would definitely come back.

Service level and experience has dropped dramatically. I came here for a 10th anniversary about 10 years ago and had a great experience. Accordingly, I brought some work colleagues this time. Terrible experience. The staff had a pompous attitude (valet and bar especially). Bar area was boring and uninspired. Place felt completely dead. We enjoy the Ritz Carlton generally, but, unfortunately, no longer this one. I travel often enough to be a Marriott Titanium member, so, I’ve seen good and poor service over the years. Unfortunately, Marriott’s service levels generally have dropped.

Th Ritz in half moon bay doesn’t disappoint. Our yearly visit for the Portuguese crap ciopino with friends. We stayed in a cottage overlooking the ocean. Second floor and what a glorious day it was. The cottage was beautiful. Foyer with half bathroom then living room with TV. Then through the French doors there’s another couch and bed. His and hers closet with huge steam shower, his and hers vanities and large soaker tub- absolutely gorgeous with marble floors throughout. There facility is stunning. Two incredible golf courses, pickleball, tennis courts and pool. The only bummer of the trip was the trail was closed due to construction. A large crane was preventing people from walking the trail and it was in the way during the sunset depending where you were. If we go back we will want to make sure they don’t have construction going on. Other than that it was a great weekend trip.

Truly an exceptional experience from start to finish. The room was spotless, spacious, and beautifully designed with incredible views. The entire property is immaculate and well-maintained. The golf course is stunning, and the tennis courts are a great bonus for active guests. The food was outstanding—fresh, flavorful, and elegantly presented. Every staff member we interacted with was kind, professional, and attentive. A perfect destination for relaxation, luxury, and top-tier service. Highly recommended!

We stopped at The Press on our way up to San Francisco. I got the lox bagel, and my friend got an omelette. Both of us were a bit disappointed with our meals – while they were edible, they unfortunately were fairly lackluster in terms of flavor and texture. The outdoor area was nice, but I can't say the food did it for us!

Stopped by this place for breakfast, and it was just okay. The server who took my order seemed a bit grumpy, which didn’t set a great tone. The food was fine — nothing memorable or special. Overall, it wasn’t a bad experience, but not sure if it’s worth a return visit.

I have been eating at The Press for many years and have never been disappointed. This time I had an excellent BLTA. A good place to warm up after a summer day the beach.

Spent the night in Half Moon Bay at the harbor. This place is a very short walk from our hotel. Food was very good. The loaded bagels were good. I had the basic eggs and bacon and they did not skimp on the bacon. Lots of food for the price. Fresh squeezed oj was a nice touch. Would definitely recommend.

Small coffee shop with lots of different coffee. Outdoor seating and limited indoor seating. Staff is fantastic. I love the biscuits and scones. Parking is on the street. Some people get thing to go.

The Best Service and the Best Food! Remember to be kind to the workers it's covid! Such a cute place and ate inside since we didn't want to wait. Remember to sit once you order and told a number do NOT seat yourselves. Best Huevos Rancheros. Great home made salsa with a good kick and the flavors were on point Poached eggs with prosciutto it was different but good but maybe a different meat would of been better. The chumchurri was good tho. Love this place and the staff ❤️

Street parking because of the street corner service, but it’s really good and the price is much cheaper than that in the Bay Area. I really like the roasted toast and when I wanted to take the picture, it was eaten by my child :D . Btw, there are always many customers and seats are limited.

I don't know why our dinner at What A Meal was not very good. Maybe it was because the chef had a day off. The service was excellent, but the dishes we ordered were from bad to below average. We came to What A Meals because of their outstanding reviews, but everyone in our group is disappointed.

We were surprised to find this really delicious and authentic Thai food in the Half Moon Bay Area. We had some of the noodle soups and they were delicious. To top it off the prices were extremely reasonable. The staff were also friendly and hospitable as well. Would highly recommend.

Delicious and straightforward. Highly recommend. If you're used to American portion sizes, you'll think the portions here are a bit small. It's affordable, so just order an extra appetizer! We loved the tom yum and fried wontons.

So delicious food and price are also very reasonable. Love the cozy atmosphere and would definitely visit again

Food was good and service was excellent. Will definitely visit again next time we are in half moon bay.

Such great reviews but The only thing good I could honestly stay about this place is the service was really good. Yes the food was inexpensive but the portion size was so small you're better off going somewhere paying a couple dollars more and getting a real portion the pad woon sen had zero flavor. They don't serve rice with their dishes like some places and one side of rice was $3. So if you go somewhere that's a little more expensive you get the free rice and a Much larger Serving portion. We ( Two of us ) spent over $50 on three dishes and one side of rice And left hungry. Massaman curry and roti is photographed. You can tell how small the portion is by the tiny spoon in the bowl. Very disappointed.

Very enjoyable and heartwarming experience! We went recently for a birthday and the chef, manager, and staff were really accommodating for our request to bring out a surprise dessert for our celebrant 🥭🍨 The food was amazing and had authentic aromas & flavors (we ordered their basil fried rice, wings, and steamed shrimp dumpling). The staff kept our teas topped up and made the whole ordeal an evening to remember - we'll definitely be back! 🍵🍗🍚

A pretty unpleasant experience. Arrived just after 1:00 to just look at what was going on. Rather than being told that they were closed, the market madam swept us, away with her voice and hands “find your way out of here, find your way out of here”, as if we didn’t comprehend her remarkably rude behavior the first time. No need to ever return.

Not a super big market but still fun

Great place to find some local grown produce.

A very pleasant local market with the products/produce from the local farmers/vendors. A bit pricey with limited selections, but happy to support the local growers. Parking available in nearby lots and along the streets.

Parking, fresh food and crafts, flowers and music! Was a very pleasant surprise when we stopped for to have lunch at Dad's (You must try!) We discovered we had also found the farmers market. I happily made my way through picking up my weeks work of fresh vegitables, hummus and pita chips. I will be back!

Love this market! A wide selection of quality, local products from friendly vendors. Fair pricing. Ample parking. Lovely, central location. Worth the drive.

Love the farmers market. It's now a family tradition to head every Saturday morning. The kids absolutely love this place too. They love the sampling of fruits!

My coworker and I ate here for dinner last night. We had no idea what a surprise we were in for. When we arrived at Blue Dragon, there was a group of firefighters and a mom and her daughter and they were all talking to the owner, Sandy. Sandy introduced us to them as she was making a special meal for the fire fighters and plating it on, literally, a silver platter. They all knew each other and it was so heart warming to see community support each other and come together around food. Sandy gave my coworker and I a taste of her homemade kombucha, which was delicious. I ordered the veggie pho and my coworker ordered the special pho. I’ve eaten a lot of pho in my life and this was hands down the most incredible I’ve ever had. It was so rich, with notes of star anise, large chunks of garlic, and fresh veggies including some that were locally harvested that day. Thank you so much Sandy for your delicious food and warm heart. Can’t wait to come back!

Wow 🤯 We tried the Dragon Pork Noodle Bowl, the Beef Pho Special, the Dragon Tea, Tiger Tea and an off-menu Asian pear kimchi - everything was off-the-charts on flavor, presentation, and freshness. Don’t be deterred by the small pop-up window format - in addition to the talented and friendly staff, the small-scale kitchen is one of the reasons why the food was so incredible. Small batch, made to order. We were also lucky to meet the owner, Sandy - it was a pleasure to hear her story and learn about the inspiration behind her dishes. We can’t wait to go back!

Last month I had one of the most pleasant restaurant experiences of my life. The food at Blue Dragon was great, but Sandy, the owner, was an absolute delight. She was incredibly friendly and fun to talk to. She gave me some home made Cambodian Amok when I told her it was one of my favorites. I was able to bring it back home so I could share it with my family. Sandy also offered a candle with Vietnamese scents of lemongrass and anise. We loved the food, but the Amok and the candle were unexpected delights. We hope Blue Dragon is very successful and sets new standards in hospitality and food. We can't wait to go back and try the amazing food again.

Title: A Flavorful Find: Blue Dragon Pho's Grab-and-Go Goodness If you're craving authentic Vietnamese flavors in Half Moon Bay, look no further than Blue Dragon Pho. Tucked away on Main Street, this hidden gem might not have seating indoors, but it more than makes up for it with its mouthwatering offerings. Blue Dragon Pho is a grab-and-go kind of place, where the focus is squarely on the food. Stepping inside, you're greeted by the intoxicating scent of simmering broth and spices – a sure sign that something delicious is brewing in the kitchen. The menu is concise but packed with options that are sure to tantalize your taste buds. From classic chicken pho to hearty beef noodle soup, there's something for everyone here. And let me tell you, each bowl is a flavor explosion waiting to happen. During my visit, I opted for the chicken pho, and I was blown away by the depth of flavor in every spoonful. The broth was rich and fragrant, the chicken tender and juicy, and the noodles cooked to perfection. It was the perfect antidote to a chilly day, warming me from the inside out with its soul-soothing goodness. But what really impressed me was the attention to detail in every aspect of the food. The ingredients tasted fresh and vibrant, and you could tell that a lot of care had gone into preparing each dish. Despite its humble exterior, Blue Dragon Pho delivers big on flavor – and that's what keeps people coming back for more. So, whether you're in the mood for a quick lunch on the go or a cozy dinner at home, do yourself a favor and swing by Blue Dragon Pho. It may be a kitchen-only operation, but trust me, the food speaks for itself. Grab a bowl, savor the flavors, and prepare to be amazed.

Great food at very affordable prices. We had the pho there and it was delicious. The owner, Sandy, even offered us an off menu item, Cambodian Amok, cod fish wrapped in banana leaves. We traveled with the frozen Amok all the way to the East Coast and it stayed fresh. We steamed it at home and it made for a super delicious meal with some rice. I wish our grocery store frozen food aisles had such fresh, delicious, healthy options (hint: maybe Blue Dragon should look into offering frozen meals too, perhaps on a platform like Gold Belly). We were amazed at how well it traveled. Thank you Sandy for such delicious, healthy, fresh food!

Ordered a dish with peanut sauce ( I think it was the Dragon pork noodle bowl). The flavor was good and the presentation was pretty. Staff was friendly. They ran out of glass noodles so sub vermicelli noodle. Would have preferred the bokchoy blanched. Since it was served raw, the bokchoy was a little too big compared to the other sliced veggies and didn't really go together for the mouth feel. The peanut sauce was either too thick or not warm enough cause it was kind of hard to mix everything together in the bowl. I will try a pho next time.

Stopped by on a cold rainy HMB day and got a hot bowl of chicken pho… it was amazing! Broth was a perfect sweet and spicy balance, meat was tender, and veggies fresh… to top it off, Sandy couldn’t have been nicer, such a gem of a person! Highly recommended.

This is one of the best taquerias in the Bay Area. Top quality ingredients with awesome flavors. I highly recommend this place. I drive from San Jose to Half moon Bay, just to have this food.

The meat was good but the tortilla was not, cheese was cold, chips arent great. But you can decide for yourself from the photo. It did the job though! $5 each with cheese so good price and great people and service.

If you are looking for a delicious Mexican restaurant in Half Moon Bay, look no further! The food is authentic and very tasty! We ordered chorizo, asada, and carnitas tacos, a flauta plate and a super burrito a la Diablo with buche. Each item was sooooo good! The tacos were absolutely loaded with meat and the meat tasted fresh like it was just cooked! The flautas were super crispy and the chicken inside was juicy, not dry. The lettuce was crisp and fresh as well. The beans and rice were also good! The highlight was the burrito a la diabla because the sauce was very tasty. Not too spicy and had a whole lot of flavor!! The buche was very good!! Loved the food! Further, there is a chips and salsa bar that is unlimited. The chips are not the best but they definitely are good to snack on with some pico and salsa! You order at the register and then go find a seat and a server walks around calling out the number until they find you and bring your food to you. They have high chairs.

This was a little better than expected, but nothing to die for. Salsa was spicy, and the burrito was really good. Green sauce had good flavors too it.

Ordered a super pastor double meat. Received a tortilla full of rice. My daughter's taco had more meat then my 20$ burrito. I used to really love this place. Now I don't think I'll come back again.

Absolutely loved the food, so flavourful and we did not leave any crumbs!!! We got the fish tacos and marinated chicken. So fresh!

Good mexican food- the flavors were all in there, the fresh ingredients shined. We enjoyed the choriz enchiladas, shrimp tacos, and the pork tacquitos. The service is friendly and quick. We stopped here based on reviews and cause we were looking for some good food. Glad, we made the stop!

Place is clean. Quiet on weekdays. I imagine this can be busy on weekends. On a weekday when i visited, the tables were clean. The floor was clean. The bathroom was clean. The staff was ok. Service was a bit slow.

As an Asian, I hope you won't come here. They are obviously discriminatory. One of the female managers is like wearing a mask. She will change her attitude in the next minute. If you are a Hispanic, she will smile at you. If you are an Asian, she will be very rude. Yes, that's right. This is racial discrimination. How ironic

Paid for a double quarter ponder through the app, waiting off to the side after it wasn't ready when I reached second window, got home and saw it was just a double cheeseburger , on top of that the staff was very combative when i walked inside prior to leaving, to me, and to other customers before me.

Sat 10.25.25 3:30pm McDonald's Half Moon Bay is very clean with clean restrooms and very nice, friendly employees. In the Safeway strip mall. Daddy got his coffee here and Half Moon Bay water makes this location's coffee even better.

Fries were extremely small for a large order.Especially considering the total price point for the meal came out to sixteen dollars. Additionally, I ordered a specific meal that was a variation from what I originally wanted to get because I wanted to be able to participate in the monopoly game.However, upon being given my bag, it did not actually have the piece in it.I had to go back to them, and a worker pulled it out from their pocket.

We ordered 2 quarter pounders. The second one was supposed to be $1 under their current promotion. We were charged full price for both. They looked like regular cheeseburger from the dollar menu. Please see the photo. Also our order was completely messed up. We got chocolate milk instead of chocolate shake and hot chocolate instead of latte. The guy at the counter barely spoke English. Everyone make sure to order yourself on the screen.

For 15 minutes I was waiting for the black coffee and double cheeseburger. It’s not good at all. But the personnel are friendly and it’s good.

Delicious and fresh food. Opened til 11 PM on a weekend. The cashier was friendly and welcoming. The cooks smiled and made everything with quality and fresh ingredients, even before closing time. Salsa bar has warm chips, a few salsa options, and veggies. Loved the fish taco as well as the chicken taco plate. Frequented by both locals and tourists. Se habla Spanish and English.

$20 burrito and this is how much meat they put in it. This is the middle of the burrito. It’s 80% rice 15% beans 5% meat for $20…. Ya I’m never eating here again

Hole in the wall which pleasantly surprised us! They accommodated my request to turn a veggie burrito into a non-tortilla plate, and the husband was pleased with the generous amount of shrimp in his wet burrito. Photos captured halfway through devouring. 😅

Kinda pricey Mexican food but it's half moon bay. It's good food, no one speaks English and phone ordering is hell unless you speaks fluent Spanish. Would still eat here but be ready to order simple or start learning Spanish.

The food, atmosphere and service was crazy. I don't even have words to explain it.

I love the tacos they have here! Seevice is phenomenal; would love to come back after the Artichoke races. -Jordan B., #1242-> MCHS

I had the regular Burrito with Pastor (pork) in this authentic Mexican restaurant. It was good! Done well, flavorful, almost didn't need any sauce. Big enough to split between 2 people. Price was OK at $12. This hit the spot after beach hopping in Half Moon Bay and is near the 92 junction so it was convenient before driving back home to the peninsula.

Delicious and good food. we went around San Francisco, Chinatown, Half Moon bay, then we got hungry and looking for something to eat. When I saw this place I was so happy, it could find what I wanted to eat. There is a separate parking space for the disabled

Well, don't come here intending to be a customer and have to go to the bathroom at the same time. Pay first, then get access to the bathroom.... their employees guard the rules with a passion. Your managers should be proud. Sorry, kinda not sorry, I peed on the floor. Sandwich is well put together though.

This is the whopper I just purchased. Although I don’t do fast food often, my Mom requested a quick hamburger for her and Dads dinner tonight. This was what we got to $11. If you can’t see the photo is is one thawed burger with a bun. Nothing on it. No sauce. No pickles. No lettuce. Nothing but a bun and burger. Wow!!

Restroom is only for paying customers. I had to buy something before I was able to use restroom. Not cool. Almost peed my pants waiting in line.

This Burger King is located in Half Moon Bay, CA, in a shopping center where Route 92 intersects Highway 1. I dropped in because I needed a restroom immediately. As I was speed walking into the BK, I noticed the signs posted on the door stating the restrooms are for customers only. I still proceeded. I beelined it to the restroom and it was locked. There was no one in line which was fortuitous. So I quickly ordered a hamburger and then asked to use the restroom. The cashier was polite but a woman of few words, she did not verbally respond to my request. I heard a loud buzzing noise and hightailed it to the restroom. She must have used a mechanism behind the counter to buzz and unlock the door. The restroom was clean but very outdated. The burger was served hot, and it was darn tasty. Classic flame broiled deliciousness. Slight charred patty with a smoky flavor. I ate it on the spot in the dining room. The dining room was super clean, and comfortable.

This place is a typical Burger King, but the accuracy on the drink orders is around 60%.

I've been on a Burger King high since many have been sold to a new company. I don't know if it's true but every burger king I've hit has had quality burgers. Have they improved recently or is it just me?

THEY DONT ACCEPT COUPONS Walked in with a subway coupon and wasn't told until I was ready to pay. Whole reason I came was for the 8$ footling smh service sucked and they got a pile of restaurant equipment blocking the bathroom

Beachgoers, do not stop here. They don't accept any coupons, have horrendous customer service, and make messy sloppy sandwiches. We went in with a 3 foot long for $20 coupon, ended up spending $75 just to eat. Young dude working was super rude and dismissive. Sandwiches were rushed when being made and super messy. Support a local shop or literally anywhere else.

Guy making subway was in so much hurry and was just throwing everything in there as if its a trash bin. I asked for cucumbers and he added pickles. He was not even listening what we want. And he is putting whatever. I asked him to relax and listen and do it but still he was rushing. Very weird

We came in 20 min before closing darker long hair. The guy was in the back, and he didn't even want to come up to the counter to assist us with building sandwich and etc. He was cleaning extremely frustrated that he had to help us. He refused to help other customers behind us at 7:48pm when the store should be open till 8:00 pm. Horrible customer service, won't ever come here!!!!!!!

Well Halloween came early for me at subway today! The person that made my sandwich had the capacity of a zombie, and the speed of a sloth. The person was completely not standing in front of me but elsewhere doing what ever zombies do, where ever they do it! The owner had opened the door for me and it went down hill from there... I told zombie, I mean the sandwich maker, the bread, the length, type and cheese... and yet zombie asked “foot long?” What kind of cheese... I will tell you, I feel bad if this person is of diminished capacity. I believe this person is just not very customer service oriented, and maybe not very nice. I have eaten at this subway once before and didn’t have a great experience that time as well. The workers (people making the sandwiches) don’t seem very happy about there, maybe it’s because customer service isn’t part of their zombie mind set.

This place is hit or miss. The interior is small, shabby and not put together well, meaning, it's not very inviting once you step through the door. 3 stars for sandwiches though, the owner was attentive and sandwiches were what you'd expect from subway. Overall a good option unless you come across a deadbeat employee.

Be aware that this location does NOT accept any SUBWAY official coupons or promotions. I didn’t realize it until they cut my bread, so I went ahead with my order. I don’t mind paying the extra. I just worry that since they don’t need to follow website promotions, they also don’t need to follow proper sanitizing protocols and food safety measures set by Subway. To be honest, the reason I choose chain restaurants over local business is that I am almost certain what quality of food I will be getting, especially during a pandemic. But if Subway keep letting stores to set their own rules, it is not just false advertising to customers , but will also lose trust from us customers.