We keep driving back up to Cambria to Sebastian's in San Simeon to get that wonderful toasted Californian turkey sandwich. This is a real star of our trip! We love the scenery going up, but we also love seeing the old store and the beautiful location right by the old Hearst warehouses that held all the treasures that he was importing from Europe to put in Hearst castle, which is right across the street and up the mountain. They're always tourists there, who are very friendly! Sometimes we share a table with people and learn about where they're from and how they're touring California. We even give them a hint or two on what we like around town. There's nothing like local knowledge to help you out when you're traveling. We were sitting with a couple from England the other day who were touring the coast and we were able to give them a hint or two about what to see while they were here and also which tour to take at her castle! (The guest house tour is great, you get to see the real undisturbed castle interiors.) On our most recent visit, Sebastian's had wine tasting out on the patio. Patio seating is limited, because they reserve three tables for wine tasting!! We did discover a lot more seating had been added out in what used to be a horse corral, so we ambled on over there. We sat at a high table, kinda on the path out to the horse corral, where there was shade. We sat in observed all the other people coming and going while we enjoyed our delicious Californian sandwich! read more

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A must place to grab a bit to eat. Whether you're eating it on their patio, bringing it to Hearst Winery (only food they allow from the outside) or taking it to a beach for a picnic you won't be disappointed. Their sandwiches which we enjoyed during our wine tasting were fantastic. Their sandwiches tomato bisque was excellent. Nice people working here and a nice little store with all sorts of trinkets. Don't miss this place. read more

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The hubs and I stopped here in November for a quick lunch before our Hearst Castle tour and then we came back after our tour to shop and have a chipwich! For lunch we split a Californian - if you're not into healthy, crunch bread type sandwiches, this probably isn't the sandwich for you. Lots of flavor, maybe even a little too much going on. The chipwich we got on the back side of our tour was an impulse buy and it was delicious... except it was $10... for one chipwich. The loss of star here is based on portion size and the prizes - just so expensive, but when you're the only game in town you can price as you like. The outdoor seating area is very nice and very quiet. The shop is adorable w/ all kinds of pantry foods, kitchen wares, and more. I found a cute marine life book for a baby shower I'm attending - unique finds! Oh and the bathrooms were the cleanest we encountered in our CA road trips. read more

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Cute café, and gift shop across from the winery! Plenty of outdoor seating and easy parking. The staff is very friendly and welcoming. They have some great local souvenirs, ideal gift to bring back for friends and family! They also have a little sandwich shop on site which can be enjoyed outside at one of their tables. read more

Nice sandwiches. The lady running the counter was very nice. However the sandwiches are quite expensive running around $20 a sandwich for that price they could include a bag of chips or something. We ate one there and took the other to go to eat on our drive through Big Sur. Conveniently located if you have just done a tour of Hearst Castle, and they have restrooms too. read more

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Came for a wine tasting at Hearst Ranch winery. Cute shop. Very helpful staff. We ordered a Cubano sandwich and a bag of chips. They took our number and we walked across the street to the winery. About 15 minutes later they texted. Sandwich was huge. Plenty for 2. It came with plates, napkins and forks. Tasted great. Perfect. read more

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Haven't been here in years! Limited menu but great service. There's plenty of seating but the pier is near by as well. Had the cubano Sandwhich and the grilled cheese and tomato bisque soup. Both were delicious and my daughter and could've shared. read more

Sebastian's - Sandwiches Near Me - San Simeon, California

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Food counter at the back of the store. Menu is mostly sandwiches and salads. Great selection and fresh ingredients. Plenty of seating around in the patio. We got the 805 Californian (toasted) and the shrimp sandwich (served cold). Shrimp sandwich was messy but tasted like ceviche. Really recommend this one. The Californian had plenty of meat and veggies. I really enjoyed this one. We also ordered an iced Americano. They have good coffee here. This is a great place to stop and refuel. Bathrooms are kept clean and the store is very cute. read more

Sebastian's - The shrimp sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - San Simeon, California

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Everything on the menu is great! You can order online and then go pick it up too. We did that for a friend's birthday and then took our sandwiches across the street to the Hearst Wine Tasting. It was a fantastic birthday for our friend. This is also a great spot to get a sandwich and go to the beach. Many travelers stop here and take photos by the historical Hearst Buildings and eat on the patio. It is a favored local spot for lunch parties, baby showers and other gatherings. There is plenty of history here and a fun amount of gifts to keep you busy while you wait for your order. You can't beat Sebastian's when you come to the coast. read more

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We love the deli at Sebastian's- the sandwiches are way above and beyond in quality, quick, and never disappoint. My husband and I are so enamored with the Californian (a perfect, super hearty turkey club with excellent and plentiful ingredients- the pepper jack, bacon, thick-cut turkey, and sprouts really set it off) that we struggle to order anything else. When we do deviate, everything is excellent. The deli salads are great too- we love the broccoli salad. The outdoor seating is plentiful and comfortable, as well as spacious and dog-friendly (we brought our two today, and had no problem putting ourselves out of highly trafficked areas given that our newer little rescue is not yet used to restaurant patios). The store itself is super clean, and better appointed and curated than ever! They have some awesome gourmet and specialty food items, and a lot of very cute home decor items and gifts. Everyone there was super friendly and helpful, at the deli and beyond. Great little gift shop and sandwich spot! read more

Sebastian's - Cross-section of the Californian. Basically the most perfect turkey club anywhere. - Sandwiches Near Me - San Simeon, California

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Sandwich was delicious! And patio is great with views of the hills and Hearst castle in the background

Stopped by for a quick bite after wine tasting at Hearst Ranch Winery. Such a cute little store that completely fits in with the vibes of the whole area! While they have limited hours, they offer a nice selection of lunch items. Their Coastal Cowboy sandwich was packed with flavorful tri-tip - good size to either have for a meal or share between two. Because it was raining, you know we had to get a cup of their tomato bisque, too. Creamy and perfect for dipping our sandwich in. They have a few tables inside (and if I recall, a few outside as well?). While we ate here, you can also get the food to go and take it to the winery. It's also a general store/boutique with some kitschy items as well as wine-related gifts (and wine itself!) and some history on the area. We've stopped by here twice now, but it was never during a peak tourist time. So while it was never busy during our visits, not sure how it would be during summer. Worth a stop to look around and grab some lunch when you're in the area. read more

Sebastian's - Sandwiches Near Me - San Simeon, California

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I was traveling up the coast with family. One of the stops was Hearst Castle. We booked the first tour of the morning and then planned to continue driving up to Monterey. We wanted to grab a quick lunch to-go that we could enjoy at some spot along the coast. I found Sebastian's on Yelp and I'm so glad I did! It's located across the HWY 1 from the entrance of Hearst Castle. The shop itself is adorable with very cute novelty gifts and souvenirs. The shop and restaurant were immaculate and the incredibly clean, well decorated bathrooms were a welcome site (especially since her castle only has porta potties at the moment). We got our meals to go and pulled off at a spot further up the coast. We had their pulled pork, barbecue sandwich, goat, cheese salad, burrata salad, and a side of smoked tri-tip. The sandwiches were huge and delicious. The salads were generous, filled with lots of goodies and beautifully finished with edible flowers. I'm still craving the smoked tri-tip and wish I had gotten more. I highly recommend this spot! read more

Sebastian's - Sandwiches Near Me - San Simeon, California

I'd say a solid 3.5. Located right next to the Hearst Ranch Winery, this spot is more pick up and go sandwiches and salads only, or dine outside in to-go boxes. There's a small gift shop inside. Order at the counter and get buzzed to pick up your items. We tried the Burger with chips - well done only, no options Tri-tip bbq sandwich California sandwich Burrata salad Kale salad Frose (there's also a wine slush) that must be finished on the patio - no to go I thought everything was ok only. I think people come here as a pit stop to the winery or Hearst Castle out of convenience. Not sure I'll be back. read more

They've done a great job in rehabilitating Sebastian's store. It now has a unified ambience and is a lot of fun to visit. The food is really good and sitting outside is an extra plus. read more

Quaint little place. Didn't get to try anything that day due to it was mostly sold out which was a bummer. Nice little shop with small gifts and wine for sale. Picnic tables right outside. I could imagine it would be great to enjoy a sandwich outside immersed in the ocean air. read more

Sebastian's store is a sandwich shop that was highly recommended by the Cavalier Oceanfront Resort we stayed at. The indoor dining area has very limited seating, but luckily we found a table available. We all tried the tuna melt sandwich, the steak sandwich, the grilled cheese sandwich, and the soups. The Harvest steak was pretty good but there was too much horseradish on it that made it too spicy to eat. If you don't want it to be too spicy, I suggest you request the horseradish on the side. The restaurant also features wine-tasting and a souvenir shop, also a small supermarket inside the shop. There is outdoor seating outside the restaurant and you can see a few horses just next to the property. I would recommend going there for lunch or just a rest when you're visiting Hearst Castle or if you are in the San Simeon area. It might take a while to get your meal so you can buy some souvenirs while you wait. There are many famous attractions and photo spots nearby that you can easily visit. read more

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We were a bit early for our reservation at Hearst castle, so when we had passed this area earlier int he week, we knew we had to go back. This store/deli is located in a small little town on a ranch/winery. You can park on side or in front of the store to get a quick bite and to shop for some memorable souvenirs. The lady at the cashier was super nice and started talking to my son giving him some exclusive information about Old San Simeon and gave him tips on his upcoming tour we were taking at the castle. The deli in the back of store sold some pretty yummy looking sandwiches and local wines that we did not get to try out. The couple who was there and who we talked to, said that the food was great and it was there second time coming since it was close to their hotel. Lots of history and information about San Simeon and about the coast. We were able to try out some local beers that they had for sale before heading out and we enjoyed them on the patio outside. There was a horse on the ranch galloping around which was a sight to see. Small town with a big heart! If you are going on a tour at Hearst Castle, stop by to grab a quick bite or to just browse around before heading up. read more

This is a surprisingly good place to stop by on the coast or while exploring Hearst Castle. The sandwiches were huge and packed with meat. Scrumptious and ready to hit the spot when you are hungry. Prices are reasonable and the food is fresh. The burratta salad was good, especially the burrata cheese on the cheese toast. Both the Tri-tip and Pork Kimchee sandwiches were great. read more

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a must stop every time you are in the vicinity. if you are hungry their sandwiches are the best food you will get in the overall vicinity. 'the *shrimp' is a must...just trust me on this. *only available in spring/summer. read more

Karen (the nice one) is an exceptional "welcome wagon" and outstanding ambassador for this historic general store across the street from Hearst Castle. She is a WEALTH of information; most deserving of a raise. Not Kidding. Assuredly, I purchased MUCH more due to her earnest fandom, outstanding recommendations and specific shoutouts within the store. Your dog is welcome to accompany you into the store. Big dogs. Wow! Super helpful.... Thereafter, there are delicious salads/food options and Hearst wine offerings to enjoy on their shaded outdoor deck. Epic burgers from the food truck on weekends! Can't wait for our next visit! read more

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Sebastian's is a mini mart with a mini deli inside called Seaside. You can also find drinks, wine, snacks and a ton of souvenirs and items for purchase. You can also taste some of Hearst Ranch wines and olive oils. There are plenty of outdoor dining areas with umbrellas, chairs and shade. There is a restroom for customers and plenty of amenities for any visitor. Dogs are allowed on the property. Service is amazing and the staff are always friendly! read more

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Delicious sandwiches, friendly staff, beautiful scenery. We enjoyed both the Californian and the Hot Italian Rancher. Loved the pasta salad and kettle chips. Yum! We will be back soon. read more

Sebastian's - Hot Italian Rancher - Californian - Pasta Salad - Honey Dijon Kettle Chips - Sandwiches Near Me - San Simeon, California

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Very unassuming deli/market that we stopped by after our tour of the Hearst Castle... these sandwiches are it, people. They are fresh and tasty and flavorful. I see myself visiting again for another sandwich really soon! read more

There weren't many choices to eat in this particular area of town, and i am so glad we stopped here for our lunch! The sandwich shop is tucked in the back of a gift shop and i would bet money to say that every thing coming out of this tiny kitchen is superb. The shrimp were cooked so perfectly that I know i couldn't have done a better job. The spice was perfect. I was warned that it had some heat, but i loved it! "The burger was one of the best burgers i've ever eaten!" says my son. And turkey in the Californian was thick cut from a bird, not processed deli meat that is questionable. And did i say how heavy that sandwich was? I would come here again in a heartbeat! The weather was a delightful 70 so it was nice to sit outside and enjoy the fresh air. They serve food so you take it to go. Just makes it easy to make a picnic with something memorable to eat. I have to say you wont regret coming here except that i don't live close enough to come very often and I will planning another trip to San simeon soon because of this meal! Ok Michelin, you hear that? read more

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The food is always California star Napa infused recipes. The meatloaf"hot" sandwich was over the top. The fancy cheese salad, turkey, all were delicious. The great staff carries their classy service from the beautiful winery. The merchandise is always top notch. Wine items and salt and pepper shakers are classy. read more

We were a party of 6 having some lunch after the Hearst Castle tour. With the Winery all about tasting only, reservations only, etc. We went straight to Sebastian's for a bite to eat and a cool beverage. They have plenty of seating outside and a table inside. All the sandwiches were really good! I had the Cubano and it was very tasty, large and spiced well. I only ate half and saved it for a snack later on. Wine, beer and soda are available as well. It was a perfect lunch stop to relax before heading south to the beach area. Best if you are not in a rush Will stop again next time to San Simeon area. (Great little peninsula hike nearby as well). read more

Sebastian's - Cubano Sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - San Simeon, California

We went to San Simeon beach and decided to try Sebastian's by Hearst Winery for deli sandwiches. We did not expect them to be sooo good. The hot rancher meatloaf sandwich was off the charts good. The Californian turkey sandwich was also a hit as was the grilled cheese and tomato soup special. Sitting outside with a bottle of Hearst Winery 3 Sisters cuvée made for a perfect lunch. We will be back! read more

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Food was delicious. View was spectacular . Definitely recommend. Tri tip was cooked perfectly. Loved the ambiance read more

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First off, the food here is top-notch. We had the Cubano Sandwich paired with a Pinot Grigio, and it was easily one of the best food and wine combinations I've had in a long time! The wine was expertly recommended by the one and only Karen, who provided us with several options to choose from, including her personal favorites. Her suggestions truly made the experience special. Sebastian's General Store is also perfectly located--close to the beach, just down the hill from Hearst Castle, and offering stunning views of the mountains and the castle itself. Whether you're stopping by after a day of exploring or simply looking for a memorable meal with a view, this spot is a must-visit! read more

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Went on a Hearst Castle tour and finished right around lunch time and came to Sebastian's. San Simeon does not have a lot of options for food and you can drive 20-30 minutes north or south but Sebastian's is conveniently almost right outside the exit of Hearst Castle. It was really cute. There is a lot of parking available and the building itself is shared between a gift shop/wine tasting shop and a sandwich shop in the back. If you're into charcuterie and wine tasting I can see this being a really great stop but we don't drink alcohol. The little souvenirs and art inside were very cute and coastal as well. You can sit inside or outside. Their menu was actually very diverse and interesting! You can even order the Italian Hot Rancher that uses beef from Hearst Ranch. We ordered "The Shrimp" and the macaroni salad. The inside was absolutely stuffed with a shrimp salad that had lots of herbs and veggies that balanced each other super well. The roll was toasted and warm and was a nice contrast to the cold shrimp salad inside. Definitely big enough to share. The macaroni salad was being made fresh as we were ordering so I had to go for it and I'm glad I did. It was not your typical heavy mayo mac salad and had a lot of freshness from the veggies and seasonings. This was a convenient stop and the food was pretty good, but it was a little pricey paying $18 for a sandwich. Still think it is probably the best option you have in the area so I would recommend it to anyone checking out Hearst Castle. read more

Omg for the quality price and taste just wow!! The portions were huge and the quality amazing. Highly recommend

This is a revisit after several years. They claim to be the same family run business but this is not what I was told and read in the local newspaper. The store may be still family run but the deli inside the store is the same people who had opened a food truck when the floor of the previous deli inside the store collapsed. The food truck was not run by the same people who had run the inside restaurant. They had moved to a place in Cambria. If you read the reviews for the food truck, as I had, you would be concerned about eating there. The menu looked good. The gift store was full of unique items and we enjoyed shopping, and spending money there. I was disappointed as I asked the price of an item and decided to buy it but when she rang it up it was $3 more. No thanks. read more

Oh wowMmmmm just Mmmmmmm. I just ordered the Italian Stallion and it Osos not disappoint. It is dedicated sharing sandwich. It's a little spicy. read more

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Really good sandwiches (they are massive), and great outdoor space and parking available. We were happy with the meal, although it took a while to be ready so it's not a quick take out place. read more

Sebastian's - Steak sandwich - Sandwiches Near Me - San Simeon, California

My family and I visited several years ago and had one of the best hamburgers ever. To our great disappointment we ordered hamburgers again this last weekend and wow, what a huge disappointment. My father and and I both ordered hamburgers, they both had cold buns, cheese that was not melted and tasted like a poor quality highly processed cheese, the meat was pink and uncooked, more than that it was not grilled so my guess is they no longer grill their burgers. They tasted like something out of a vending machine. Suggest you take this off the menu, a huge bummer, we won't be back. Not sure what happened, new owners, new cook, new direction? read more

Food was delicious. We ordered the Californian and a macaroni salad. Everyone that works there we encountered was cheerful and friendly. The sandwich was delicious, unfortunately they did not pack the macaroni salad in the bag that was handed to us. So when we came to our destination, we had sandwich only. Hence the three stars. We'll still recommend, because service was great, and the food was yummy. But please make sure that if you order food to go, check your bag! read more

Found this place online as one of the best spots to eat in San Simeon. I 100% agree! The sandwich I ordered was delicious (Tri-Tip sandwich). Easily the best sandwich I've ever had. I'm not a big sandwich guy either but anytime I'm in the area again, I will gladly come back. Staff were super friendly too. read more

We needed a snack after our drive up from Santa Barbara and found this great little spot. The Veg Head sandwich was delicious! The ingredients were fresh and tasty, and the bread was grilled instead of just toasted. We ate on the patio and enjoyed the natural beauty all around. Next up was wine tasting at Hearst, and we saw that they offer a slightly upscale menu but from the same restaurant. Ordering directly from the walkup window was less expensive and just as good. read more

We originally stopped at the Hearst winery, ordered 2 flights and bought several bottles of wine. Brought our own food since we were not aware they had opened a restaurant. After a pleasant afternoon at the winery we walked over to Sebastian's to eat the food we brought. We did go inside and order pasta salad which was descent enough, so thought we would finish our lunch at the many picnic tables they have. Mind you, there were very few patrons except 2 other couples ,. Within 5 min we were shooed off the property and told to go to the park down the street. The women did not say hello or even engage our small talk just rude as ever. I don't think I will be stopping at this establishment again. It's just a small gift shop with over priced Amazon trinkets and mediocre food. read more