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    4.2 (292 reviews)
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    Lemon cheesecake
    J. B.

    This is the place you come to meet the locals, eat beautiful food, have a wonderful chat with Victoria the owner and chef, and bring your pup for the tiny sweet patio (fresh water bowl already there). It's eclectic, comfortable, delicious (the food is truly fantastic) and definitely try the lemon cheesecake dessert... with crushed walnuts. As someone who is gluten free it was so nice to find such delicious food that could be made with gluten alternatives. We had a lovely evening and left feeling relaxed, happy, well fed and joyful to have met Victoria and friends! Our pup enjoyed it as much as we did :)

    Ambiance is eclectic and one of a kind.
    Tara H.

    This place is such a special find! Imagine a one woman establishment where the priorities are organic, homemade, and authentic Italian cuisine! Victoria does an excellent job ensuring her customers are happy and her food is healthy and delicious. Hubby got the pasta with butternut sauce and vegetables plus the added Q-Ball (vegan meatball): overall he was happy and frankly just thrilled that someone caters to vegetarians and vegans!!! He said there could have been more sauce and that would have made it stellar! I got the chicken Parmesan with Marinara Sauce that was to DIE FOR! As an organic gardener I deeply appreciate her dedication to sourcing truly fresh and non toxic or processed foods. You could 1000% taste the difference - that sauce was screaming homemade! The vegan affogato was a mix of vanilla and chocolate and you could NOT taste the difference!!! It tasted like dairy! The strawberries were perfectly ripe and - of course - organic! We also really enjoyed the house red wine! We will definitely be back on our next visit to Cambria! Thank you, Victoria!

    Vegan Stuffed Peppers
    Geoffrey S.

    The minute you walk in your transported back to a 1950 postmodern vibe... imagine the light shining through pink carnival glass and that is the ambience visual when you walk in has a quirky vibe, which is by design. This is a quaint small restaurant with 18 seats inside, so you really need to make a reservation. What impress me was the fact that every meal for the most part had a vegan option to it in the restaurant it's more than happy to accommodate. They even have a two bite policy. If your food is not right within two bites, let them know and they'll fix it how many restaurants offer that ? This is Italian food with the California twist as they like to call it. It's enjoyable food If you keep an open mind. The owner and head chef is Victoria and Scott was our server who was very friendly and helpful. if you're vegan and visiting Cambria and you're hungry... and, If you are looking for something different... come check out Mezzo Italiano.

    Chicken Soup
    Ron O.

    Food was lovely. Fresh ingredients, and a bit of a spin on the the traditional flavors. Features lots of fresh and organic ingredients. * Chicken Soup -- Nice, home made taste. Organic chicken, fresh veggies. * Caesar Salad -- Very good. Fresh, crisp romaine, lemony dressing, grated Parmesan, perfect crostini. * Chicken Parmesan -- Nice hearty dish. Organic chicken, perfectly crisp exterior, tender juicy inside, melty cheese. Pasta with choice of sauces -- puttanesca recommended by our server Scott was excellent. Marinara base, good heat, capers for tang. Fresh mixed veggies on the side. * Rolioli -- Basically a giant ravioli filled with ricotta-pesto cheese. Choose your sauce. To be different with this dish, we tried the butternut squash sauce which was delightful. Buttery and creamy. Features a selection of organic Italian wines and beer. Smallish dining room, and a few outdoor pet friendly tables (but only one with a real heater). Scott our server was friendly and awesome with his recommendations.

    Lasagna (Small portions and bland)

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    Ask the Community - Mezzo Italiano

    Does the restaurant still offer the chicken soup with dumplings?

    You bet they do.

    Do you have a private room or room for a group of 12-16?

    Hi Shannon, we do have a private dining room, all guests must be vaccinated. We generally can do up to 13 comfortably. It really depends on the day you are looking to book. Best to email me victoria@mezzoitaliano.com Oh and pay no attention to… 

    Do you have outdoor seating? Are you dog friendly?

    We do have a few outside tables that are dog-friendly.

    Do you have a corkage few? If so, what?

    Corkage is $15. We have a selection of organic Italian wines and many are by the glass.

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    Harmony Cafe at the Pewter Plough - Fresh Italian Pastries

    Harmony Cafe at the Pewter Plough

    3.8(240 reviews)
    0.7 mi
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    When everything on the menu sounds delicious and your order is perfect. When you aren't done with…read moreyour meal and you already want to come back. When this happens, I know I found a great restaurant. We had a delightful lunch and desserts. The patio was just right for a sunny day in January. Our server was very friendly and the chef/owner Giovanni even came out to greet us. We found out about his homemade limoncello which was the perfect ingredient for one of the desserts. I seriously love this place!!

    I have done take out and dined in at the Harmony Cafe in the past. The take out wasn't memorable…read morebut what was memorable was ordering Prosecco to enjoy while we waited for our food. The owner said he had a special Prosecco and that he had "a guy" who gets it for him special. He let us keep the bottle since it was our anniversary weekend. When we got back home, I googled the label on the bottle and to my surprise, it turned out his "guy" was Trader Joe. That was good for a few laughs. The dining in meals were at the restaurant's special events with a fixed menu and price. We met friends there for those meals. Both meals were nothing to write home or a review about. Our friends felt the same way. I thought eventually, we would dine there when we are in town enjoying our second home. After today, I will reconsider. My wife and I were near the cafe and she wanted to go into a particular shop. There was no parking spot available so I dropped her off and parked next to the cafe. I stayed in the car to wait for her. I noticed a crude handmade sign on an orange cone that read "parking for Harmony Cafe". There was one car ahead of me but I waited with the engine running. After about 5 minutes, a door opens from the side of the restaurant and a woman comes out. I didn't think anything of it. A few seconds later she comes out again and goes behind my car and takes a photo of my license plate. I thought that was hilarious. First of all, it's a public parking space that apparently the Harmony Cafe has commandeered with a makeshift sign. I have never seen another business in town do such a thing. Cambria is such a peaceful and relaxed place, very laid back but just don't park in the Harmony parking spots if you aren't a diner. I wonder what she does with the photos of those license plates.

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    Harmony Cafe at the Pewter Plough - Espresso Bar

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    Prosciutto Cotta Croissant

    Harmony Cafe at the Pewter Plough - Open today from 8 am to 3 pm. Come in and enjoy the most incredible food in Cambria!

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    Open today from 8 am to 3 pm. Come in and enjoy the most incredible food in Cambria!

    Medusa's - Beef enchiladas

    Medusa's

    4.0(390 reviews)
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    If someone asked me to recommend just one restaurant in Cambria, I'd probably answer before they…read morefinished the question: Medusa's. Now, full disclosure--I might be a little biased because Mexican food is my favorite cuisine. I grew up in Los Angeles, where finding incredible Mexican food isn't a challenge... it's practically a birthright. So when I say Medusa's is the real deal, I don't hand out that compliment lightly. My wife and I almost always order the Molcajete, and it's become our tradition. It's advertised as serving two people, and it absolutely does... assuming one of those people doesn't "accidentally" keep taking just one more bite. It's loaded with flavor, generous portions, and arrives at the table looking like it deserves its own introduction. The biggest surprise on this visit? The tortillas. They were fresh, homemade, and absolutely phenomenal. Maybe they've always made them from scratch and I somehow missed it, but this time they stole the show. They tasted just like the ones my abuelita used to make--warm, soft, and so good they almost made me forget there was an entire Molcajete sitting in front of me. One of my favorite things about Medusa's is that it's family-run, and you can feel it the moment you walk in. Everyone is genuinely welcoming, friendly, and makes you feel like you're more than just another table. That kind of hospitality is getting harder to find, and it makes the meal even better. I've eaten at a lot of Mexican restaurants over the years, and Medusa's has earned a permanent spot near the top of my list. If you're in Cambria and craving authentic Mexican food, do yourself a favor and stop here. Just one piece of advice: don't fill up on the chips... no matter how much your stomach insists it's a great idea. Your future self will thank you when the Molcajete arrives.

    First, no greeting by the lady who took our order. Quite frankly, she was not polite at all…read more Second, and probably most important, the food was sub par to say the least. Wifey order the menudo. The lady said they had run out of hominy. The tripe had not been cleaned properly and the soup had a layer of grease floating on top. She said it was gross. I had chile verde and eggs. Very little meat and the green chile was salty, but otherwise flavorless. Homemade corn tortillas were Ok, but looked machine made. Also, if u don't speak Spanish u may be out of luck. I do, but when my wife would ask a question in English, the lady replied in Spanish..... $58. for2 meals later, we ran from this place. Only bad meal we've had in Cambria

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    Medusa's - Plate with chicken tamale and chile relleno with diced asada on top

    Plate with chicken tamale and chile relleno with diced asada on top

    Medusa's - The current pricing board (8/24) behind the counter

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    The current pricing board (8/24) behind the counter

    Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill - Hand painted waiting room mural

    Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill

    3.8(2.3k reviews)
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    We visited for dinner on a Wednesday and waited about an hour for a table, but it was absolutely…read moreworth it! The view was beautiful, the drinks were great, and our server, Corinna, made the experience so special. She was kind, attentive, and so easy to talk to. She even surprised me with cheesecake and a candle for my birthday. Thank you, Corina, for such wonderful service--10/10, we'll definitely be back!

    We stopped at Moonstone for dinner and overall had a good experience. Service started off a little…read moreslow, but our server apologized and was very nice, so no real issue there. I ordered the fish and chips along with a cup of clam chowder. The chowder was very good, and the fish and chips were good too, but I was a little disappointed to learn the fish was Alaskan rather than something local. I also appreciated that the manager stopped by our table to ask how everything was. That kind of thing goes a long way and made it feel like they cared about the experience. The only odd part was the portioning on the fish and chips. The pieces were more nugget-sized than what I normally picture with fish and chips. My son received five fairly good-sized pieces, while I got four noticeably smaller ones. I could have said something, but since I had also ordered the chowder, I had plenty to eat and didn't bother. Everyone at the table was satisfied, the food was good, and aside from the inconsistent fish portions, it was an enjoyable dinner.

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    Grilled Mahi

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    Madeline's - Apple Crumble Alamode

    Madeline's

    4.4(1.1k reviews)
    0.8 mi
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    I love this spot. It's a romantic setting. It's really cute, it reminds me of Italy. It feels…read moreclassy and like a taste of Europe. The service is incredible. They were very welcoming and a warm greeting. The hostess was great, very radiant personality. The server Giovanni I believe is his name was excellent. My husband said the wine is good. The bread that we started with is nice and warm. Tastes freshly made. They don't have a kids menu but they did give us some options on how they can customize a kid's meal. We got chicken, rice, and veggies for the kids. I ordered the filet mignon and my husband ordered the duck. He said it was good. Overall I'd say the food is delicious but small portions. And the service is phenomenal.

    We went to Madeline's to celebrate an 80th birthday with a party of 15, and from the start, the…read morefood was delicious. The bread tasted freshly baked and was served with fresh, house-made butter. The salad and homemade dressing were delicious as well. We especially enjoyed the filet and seafood special. In my experience, parties this large can overwhelm a restaurant, but Madeline's handled our group with calm expertise. The courses were paced perfectly, water glasses were never empty, and drinks and service were always attended to. They also made our champagne toast feel special and perfectly timed as part of the celebration. We were able to relax, celebrate, and enjoy our time together without ever feeling rushed or overlooked. I would definitely recommend Madeline's for your next special occasion or celebration, especially with a larger group.

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    Baby Spinach Salad GF

    Linn's Restaurant - Meatloaf dinner plate

    Linn's Restaurant

    4.1(2.5k reviews)
    0.3 mi
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    Linns is an institution, known for locally sourced produce and their famous pie bakery and their…read morespecialty, Ololliberry Pies. The restaurant is housed in an iconic brick building with an interior that resembles Grandma's charming country cottage. It's popular for tourists and locals alike so be prepared for a wait. Similar to a Southern Cracker-barrel, Linn's has a boutique at the entrance which is on the more curated side with visually indulgent cookbooks and tableware findings. Service is with a polite smile and efficient. I always seem to have a special order and this time I ordered their vegan tomato bisque with half vegetable panini and I subbed a roasted poblano pepper for the eggplant. The combo of the roasted veg and poblano pepper as the feature flavor in a grilled cheese on sourdough was outstanding! My mom treated herself to the Ololliberry pie and house made vanilla bean ice cream. She was in heaven. Hubby had the Tri-tip Sando and sister ordered the beet and goat cheese salad. All the produce and sauces/dressings were fresh and delicious and the portions were generous - not over the top. Linns has a delightful wine selection to accompany your meal and it is a welcoming and homey experience. Will definitely return.

    I will admit that I only came here for dessert, as I ate someplace else. But where else can I go…read morefor olallieberry pie? It is a local specialty, and according to travel enthusiasts, this was THE place to go. So I did, and I got the pie with ice cream on top. It was delish. If I do make it back to Cambria, I'll be sure to eat a full meal here. Service was fine. Bicycle stuff on the walls (apparently the people running the place are obsessed with cycling?). Great gift shop and they do sell olallieberry-related goods so you can take 'em home.

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    Linn's Restaurant - Linn's Restaurant - Gift Shop

    Linn's Restaurant - Gift Shop

    Linn's Restaurant - Linn's Bin Special ($20)

    Linn's Bin Special ($20)

    Linn's Restaurant - Olallieberry Muffin

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    Olallieberry Muffin

    Las Cambritas - Chips and salsa

    Las Cambritas

    3.8(561 reviews)
    0.3 mi
    •$$

    This place is great. Not sure why it's not rated higher. The carne asada is so good. I got the…read morecarne asada chopped salad. It was so good. Kids food is typical kid food. My son got the chicken fingers and fries. My daughter got the Quesadilla, she liked it. It's a pretty big size. Big portions. I love the decor. It fits the Mexican theme of the restaurant. The service was good too. I also like that they're open while other places are closed. Overall a great experience. It's a clean, beautiful restaurant. Side note: it was my hubby's bday and they sang to him and put on a sombrero. It was great. I also ordered the homemade flan. It's so good. I like that it's not overly heavy dessert. I shared it with my hubby. It felt light and still hit the spot.

    Came here because the ratings were fairly good, but unfortunately our experience didn't quite match…read morethem. Service started out as a lot of "I'll be with you in a minute," although once our server got to us, she was very nice and personable. She was honestly the saving grace of the visit! I was surprised by the prices. A burrito was about $17 for beans, rice, lettuce and guacamole, with the meat costing extra. I added carne asada, which was tough, bland and tasted like a pretty cheap cut of meat. I've had much better carne asada from the local carnicería. I also ordered the $14 top-shelf margarita. It was definitely strong, so no complaints there, but it was a little too tart and could have used some triple sec or something to round it out. What really hurt the experience was the cleanliness. The windowsill right next to our table was covered with dead flies. Not exactly the kind of tableside scenery you're hoping for during dinner. Nice server, strong margarita, but between the prices, average food and lack of cleanliness, I wouldn't be in much of a hurry to come back.

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    You could watch your favorite team

    Las Cambritas - Shrimp Cocktail

    Shrimp Cocktail

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    Street Corn

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