Located in a beautiful place, the isolated restaurant of Nepenthe is a funny idea. Everybody seats side by side, facing the cliffs and the ocean, and lunch will be taken breathing the pure air, and... more
We were looking for something fast and easy so we can continue to drive up route 1 and came across River Inn. There is a restaurant but we checked out the... more
For sea views the Rocky Point Restaurant, situated about 10 miles south of Carmel, is pretty difficult to beat. The restaurant with its patio literally overhang... more
The Lucia Lodge also has a restaurant and deli mart for those just interested in a bite on the road. Outdoor dining is available on the desk and the view is... more
Sometimes memories are better than reality or maybe over the course of time, you just change and what once was so special is merely ordinary when you go back.... more
English Ales Brewery was a slight disappointment but I did have high expectations. While I had found a few gems while traveling around the Southwestern US, I... more
You will be surprised at how undeveloped the central California coast is. While you will not starve, you can go quite a ways without seeing a restaurant. Couple... more
The restaurant is part of a Big Sur River Inn, which also has 20 guest rooms. We stopped in late on a Sunday evening because we were starving and didn't want to... more
Great food. A bit pricey. Totally worth it.
Brenda had steak and eggs. I had eggs, pork/apple sausages, and toast with blackberry jam. De-LI-cious! And the... more
Café Kevah is located on Highway One in the Big Sur region of the Californian coast, just south of Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park. Look for the signs to Nepenthe... more
The food at this place would have to be stellar to make up for the prices they charge and unfortunately, it is NOT. This place is VERY expensive, especially... more
Located at the far southern reaches of Big Sur, some 85 miles south of Monterey and Carmel, is the Ragged Point Inn. This former roadside stand has grown over... more
We planned to stop for breakfast at the Ripplewood Cafe which is 27miles south of Carmel, on the highway 1. But we arrived very early and the restaurant was... more
The Big Sur River Inn is the first real place to stop south of Carmel Highlands on Highway 1 after about 20 miles and maybe 30-45 minutes of driving time. This... more
This is a true culinary delight experience. We celebrated my husband's birthday here. The restaurant sits on a cliff with outstanding views of the coastline and... more
The River Inn, in central Big Sur, on Highway 101, has a totally unique feature. You can actually pull out chairs and sit in the middle of a flowing creek in... more
nepenthe is 56 years old and sports the best view in America outside of Alaska. The people there welcome you like you are a long lost cousin. the bartender,... more
Just south of Carmel, along the route to Big Sur, a sharp turn off the road will bring you to Rocky Point Restaurant. You can dine inside, along ceiling to... more
There are only few restaurants in Big Sur. We didn't eat in any of them, but from what I gather, they tend to be rather expensive. We bought our food at one of... more
No favorites... but you don't have to worry. There are quite a number of lovely eateries around the Big Sur area. Just choose the restaurant/ cafe/ joint that... more
Ragged Point Restaurant. Food is excellant. Great outdoors or indoor seating. Anything on the menu is excellant. Can be a bit pricey but worth it. more
Hogs Breath, Carmel, owned by Clint Eastwood. If you are lucky, you can see him or other movie stars dining outdoors. Fireplaces are situated near tables to... more
Some people celebrated the 4th (USA’s Independence Day) by gathering among the hoards of people watching parades and lighting off explosive devices. Others may have gathered with friends and family......
Big Sur is more than a geographic region. It's a state of mind and in a state like California, the mind is capable of some amazing things. For many, this area is synonymous with the Pacific Coast...
(But fill up your gas tank before you get there!
Today, April 7th, gas prices in Big Sur were the most in the entire U.S. $3.79/gallon for regular!)
When my e-pal, Mina, said that she had set a goal...
Big Sur can refer to the small village of Big Sur, California, which is located about 27 miles south of Carmel, or the Big Sur Coastline, which is traversed by highway 1 and may be the most famous...
Big Sur has the most amazing coastline I've ever seen... it's even better than the coastline in Olympic National Park. A visit to this place is a must... I only spent a day there, but I'll spend more...
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