The view is absolutely beautiful in the morning and definitely adds to the experience. We ordered…read morethe breakfast burrito, the Reuben, and the kid's quesadilla. The food is a little pricey, but I thought the breakfast burrito was well worth it. It was a generous portion, tasted delicious, and paired with the incredible view, it made for a great breakfast. My husband also really enjoyed the Reuben. The only thing we probably wouldn't order again is the kid's quesadilla. It's just cheese in a tortilla, and there isn't an option to add any protein. Next time, I'd probably just share my breakfast burrito with my little one instead. Overall, I'd highly recommend checking this spot out if you get the chance. Great food, beautiful scenery, and a perfect place to enjoy a relaxing morning meal.

If you are driving the Big Sur highway (?)m Hwy One along the California coast you will experience…read morewide stretches of just beautiful views of ocean and hills. Not a lot of commercial stuff. One of the most popular and well-known eatery is Nepenthe, always crowded and murderous, skimpy parking. A challenge for sure parking and also getting seated. Come early or late, but at prime time your best bet is to walk down the hill to Cafe Kevah, just below the main bar and restaurant. Excellent ocean-side viewing and a decent menu. If you are traveling along the highway, see if you can call ahead for reservations. Kevah serves, meals, pastries and drinks. Put your figurative seat belt on as the prices are California and touristy. Breakfast, granola at $18.50 up to their eggs benedict at $36.50. Until noon. Order at their central counter. Salads from $20.75 - $28.75, Sandwiches serve with mixed greens from $17.75 - $24.50. Kids can get a PB&J or Quesadilla for $9 each. More limited than the full bar and menu uphill at Nepenthe but easy to get seated/not too long of wait for table, less crowded and OK, but not cheap food. It is worth a stop here. If going further south there is another place called Ragged Point, depending on traffic, may be 2 hours more south. Enjoy.

I've been coming to Cambria Coffee for years, and somehow they've managed to pull off the…read moreimpossible--they've never let me down. In a world where restaurants and coffee shops can be wildly inconsistent, this place just keeps showing up and doing what it does best. My go-to is always the Baja Mocha. At this point, it's less of a coffee order and more of a long-term relationship. It's rich, smooth, perfectly balanced, and just spicy enough to keep things interesting. Every time I tell myself I should try something different, the Baja Mocha gives me that "Don't be ridiculous" look, and I happily order it again. A visit also isn't complete without grabbing a pound of whole beans to take home. That way, I can continue pretending my kitchen is a quaint little coffee shop instead of just... my kitchen. The café itself has a ton of character. It's on the cozy side, which means it can fill up quickly, especially during busy times. If you're looking for acres of seating and total silence, this probably isn't your spot. But if you're looking for exceptional coffee, a welcoming atmosphere, and a place that feels like a true local favorite, you'll understand why people keep coming back. The staff is always entertaining in the best possible way. They're friendly, have personality, and somehow manage to keep things moving even when the place is buzzing. It's the kind of coffee shop where the people behind the counter seem like they're genuinely enjoying themselves, and that energy rubs off on everyone else. If you're passing through Cambria or lucky enough to live nearby, do yourself a favor and stop in. Just don't blame me when the Baja Mocha becomes your default order too. I tried branching out once... the Baja Mocha and I worked through it.

Small cafe gets very overwhelming on weekends. We stopped here on the way to Hearst Castle, wanted…read moreto grab a quick coffee and pastry, but the experience was disappointing. The service was not very efficient with the crowd. The barista asked many questions (decaf or regular, oat milk, whole milk, 2%, almond milk, which coffee bean, etc.), which made the line move very slowly. She also had to stop taking orders halfway to make drinks, making the long line to get even longer. There wasn't enough seating, so we decided to take our food to go. They can't help warm up our pastries and directed us to use the microwave and toaster oven ourselves. For the price of the pastries I paid, I expected better service rather than DIY. When the coffee was ready, they did call names but the place was so crowded, we all had to wait outside of the cafe. So many of customers had to come in and out several times to check on their orders. The coffee was also extremely hot and not drinkable right away. Overall slow service, crowded environment, messy flow. I wouldn't come back.

I found out about this place from Yokoso Coffee in Los Osos, which uses beans from here. Also…read morenoticed my fellow yelper Chris D giving this place 5 stars so had to make a stop. This is one of few shops in Harmony, which is an unincorporated community in San Luis Obispo County with a population of just 18. This is a coffee roaster and shop providing organic, fair-trade coffee drinks. Only tried one drink so far but it was fantastic. Ordered one of its specialty drinks, The Harmony, which is espresso with maple date syrup and coconut milk. Quite unique and very tasty. Not sure when I will be out in this area again but will become a regular stop if I'm vacationing in a nearby city.

This place is such a special place, in the tiny town of harmony, in a square full of curated art…read moreshops! The space is small so enjoying drinks outside in the lovely coastal air is ideal. The drinks are high quality and made with premium ingredients. The pastries are delicious as well! The service was efficient and friendly, making this a great destination coffee shop when you're in the central coast!

We come to Bijou every time we're in Cayucos. The baked goods are otherworldly, and they can also…read morebake gluten free items which are the best I've ever had. I've had: - Quiche: best in class. The broccoli is roasted, there's fresh corn sprinkled throughout, the quiche egg filling is light and fluffy, the cheese is subtle and savory, and the crust is delightfully flakey and rich. The side salad is also perfectly dressed and the arugula gives a nice bitterness to complement the rich quiche - Popovers: best in class. They are known for these and it's clear why. The popovers are fluffy, light, and flakey, and they come with delicious butters. - Scones: really good. I had the cheddar gf scone, and it was savory and soft, with a composition and flavor that was indistinguishable from a flour scone.

I had the pleasure of grabbing some pastries at Bijou Bakery, and it absolutely lived up to the…read morehype. I was craving something savory, so I ordered the Pain Bijou, the ham and cheese croissant, and a blueberry muffin. There was a long line, but the food came out quickly once we ordered. This place sells out, and they were already out of a few pastries. I was told I ordered the last ham and cheese croissant at about 9:30 a.m. on a Saturday. We enjoyed the blueberry muffin while we waited. It was filled with huge blueberries and had the perfect balance of sweetness. It was not too heavy and instantly became a favorite. The Pain Bijou was delicious and reminded me of the flavors of a sausage biscuits and gravy breakfast. The ham and cheese croissant was really good, but for two people we probably could have just stuck with the Pain Bijou and the muffin. I look forward to coming back the next time we are in Cayucos.

We stopped by Scout Coffee Company as a result of the Tesla supercharger that is in the back…read moreparking lot. We have been to the Scout Coffee location in SLO and this was the first time that we've been here at the Morro Bay location. We had an iced vanilla latte and hot mocha along with their morning bun. The mocha tastes a little bit more like a hot chocolate mix with espresso versus an old-fashioned mocha, but I was pleasantly surprised by how lightly sweet it was. The morning bun was one of the best morning buns I've ever had. The bakery for Scout Coffee is at this location and so all the pastries were very fresh. The location aesthetic was beautiful and they had a lovely large wooden community table that you can sit at as well as a cute area for kids to sit and play equip with a kid coffee shop wooden toy. Very sweet.

We made a pit stop for charging the EV here. No wait and delicious food pastries and drinks here…read more Ok/good 1. Homemade bread on turkey sandwich -- the cheese was too salty Better 1. Scout cookie (warmed) 2. Ham and cheese croissant (warmed up) 3. Crème fraiche scone Best: 1. Almond blackberry jam croissant 2. Leek and gruyere scone 3. Moroccan mint tea The experience was so nice we ended up stopping here twice!

Bagels! Best in the…read moreVillage (Cambria). Best of SLO (San Luis Obispo County). That's my opinion. Just perfect "bite" texture chewiness. Perfection!Love mine toasted slathered with butter or cream cheese. I dream about these bagels. Also had their Rocky Road ice cream. Yes, yum. Repeat customer.

What an unexpected delight we found in the art community of Harmony. California. This cafe has been…read moreneeded for so long. I remember traveling between Morro Bay and Cambria on the one and visiting Harmony to look at the glass blowing. I love this place and the special memories it holds for me. Great barista too

One of the best tasting coffee I've had. I've been thinking about it eversince I've had it…read more They have an assortment of baked goods. Friendly staff! Spacious coffee shop with restroom facilities for customers. I'll be sure to stop by next time I head down south.

Just as good as we remembered it! Very hospitable and helpful staff. Enjoyed our cafe lattes as we…read moreread at the front counter seats and enjoyed people and dog watching on our last morning in Paso Robles on Sunday before driving home. We shared a scone and were surprised when it was savory (cheese and jalapeno), but it was still good (it looked different under the glass and we didn't ask what kind so that's on us haha). Very popular local coffee shop with a nonstop flow of customers on Sunday morning.

While searching Yelp for a coffee shop, Rock Espresso Bar came up as one of the most popular…read moreoptions in the area. With so many reviews, I was looking forward to giving it a try. Walking in, you can tell this is a classic neighborhood café. There's nothing overly fancy about it--just a few tables, a small pastry case, and, of course, coffee. One thing that surprised me was the music choice. They were playing what sounded like punk rock, which felt a little out of place for the atmosphere of the café, especially since many of the customers appeared to be older adults. For my order, I went with a blueberry muffin and a cappuccino. The muffin was fresh and flavorful, and the cappuccino was well made. Overall, I was happy with both items. The reason I'm taking off a star is because the employee working during my visit used a lot of profanity while speaking. I understand that casual conversation happens, but I don't think that kind of language is appropriate in a café setting where customers are trying to relax and enjoy their coffee. Overall, I would recommend this place if you're looking for a quick grab-and-go coffee or pastry. The food and drinks were good, but the atmosphere wasn't ideal for sitting down to study, work, or have a conversation with someone.

Best coffee place in Morro Bay! Rudie is so personable and his back patio is bursting with…read morewelcoming colors from flowers and budding friendships! The coffee is amazing too!

If you are traveling Highway 101 near King City, check out this coffee house in our historic…read moredowntown area. It has been a wonderful addition to King City, located in what was once the Vendome Hotel but now has been revitalized. They offer traditional European-style coffee, have indoor and outdoor seating, are family friendly and there are electric vehicle charging stations on the same block. Open Monday-Friday 7-3, Saturdays 8-2. Great place for locals and travelers and they will soon be celebrating their five-year anniversary.

Needed a coffee break en route to LA and really glad we chose Hestia. Great coffee, homemade baked…read moregoods (the muffins and scones are top notch), friendly service, and a comfy space to relax. Would definitely stop here again. i've

I love this place and the quality of the coffee and MOST of the pastries have been consistently…read moregood for the last several years. When I visit I usually order a Breve Latte and their incredible Spinach, Tomato and Feta Croissant! I can also heartily recommend the Banana Cream Pie and Meatball Sandwich! My son enjoyed their BearClaw. The plain croissants could be bigger for the price. Personally, I would skip the scones. They look pretty but I've tried all the different flavors over the last few years and they left me underwhelmed. Scones are always best freshly baked, right out of the oven.

Food was pretty good. Service was pretty normal…read more Very cafe style of environment. Must stop? I wouldn't say so, but if you're close by give it a try.