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    The Hidden Kitchen

    4.7 (392 reviews)
    Open 9:00 am - 2:00 pm
    Updated 3 weeks ago

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    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Good for groups
    Dogs allowed

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    Turkey something
    Michelle L.

    We had hidden kitchen in Cayucos a couple of years ago and I was excited to see they had one here. Their smoothies are the best smoothies I have ever had. I don't even like smoothies. They also have this blue corn waffles sweet and savory options. DELICIOUS ! I wish they had more coffee options but they offer drip. Love the cute small space. Shares the patio with a store.

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    Allie G.

    The Hidden Kitchen was adorable! This breakfast spot is all outdoors in a (dog-friendly) garden-like patio setting. I loved the wildflower wall mural by the entrance and the canopy of greenery over the counter. For drinks, I chose the Bishops Buzz. This was so thick and delicious, I had to eat it with a spoon. It was more of a sweet treat than a source of caffeine though, and I had to grab a coffee elsewhere afterwards. I do wish they had more coffee options than this smoothie and drip. My friend and I ordered two blue corn waffles to share - the Morro Melt and Avila Avo. These were so filling, we definitely should've just shared one! I loved the texture of the corn waffle and the melty havarti cheese with caramelized onion. My friends enjoyed their waffles as well, including the San Luis Sunrise. Service was friendly and quick, and everyone left happy!

    Turmeric immunity booster smoothie!
    Donnie Mac M.

    Arrived at 8:55 on Sunday morning, and only two parties in front of us in the queue. We had the San Luis waffle that comes with two over easy eggs, bacon and avocado. Perfect to split between two of us. We also had the immunity booster smoothie. We are not normally smoothie people but we liked this one because it was not too sweet. The people who work there are so friendly and helpful. The atmosphere in that little back courtyard area is cozy and comfortable. The drip coffee is delicious and comes with a bottomless cup! Great value. We also picked up some waffle mix to try at home!!

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    Honest R.

    Interesting spot. Somewhat actually hidden funny enough. Food all spins off, acorn based gluten-free waffle option. Wouldn't say anything was amazing but I also believe it was somewhat original which I'm giving them extra points for. Smoothies are also decent. And the drip coffee was decent. I would return a pinch.

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    Angelique M.

    The waffle was amazing, the house sauce is great. The wait was 45mins long for the one plate, so be prepared to wait. It's outside but the decor is cute. I will definitely come back

    Super thick and creamy smoothies
    Yoojin S.

    Hidden garden brunch spot in Cambria. Delicious big blue corn waffles available in savory and sweet. But also -- BEST smoothies I've had - super fluffy, thick, creamy. It's like ice cream. It's even better than Erewhon!

    Vegan bowl, Cambria Classic and Morro Melt
    Shannon S.

    Went for brunch on Saturday around 10:30 a.m. and ordered at the front counter then found a seat in the cute courtyard with a view of the ocean. The food was brought out quickly and wow, flavors were perfect. Husband had the Moro melt and loved it. I had a veggie big fall bowl. The Cambria classic also lovely. Great place for brunch, have lots of options for gluten intolerant peeps.

    San Luis Sunrise.  2 eggs fried with bacon ends and avocado on a blue corn waffle &  a spicy sauce!
    Rachel S.

    It's Food with a speakeasy vibe. only we looked it up on Google maps lol, but That didn't matter, because when u "stumble" upon this place u feel like u found a Hidden Gem, because u did. Enjoy! Service was great

    Cory W.

    Cute little spot that truly is a hidden kitchen. You'd miss it if you're not paying attention. We tried the Morro melt savory waffle with a blue corn waffle, pan fried organic turkey, havarti cheese, caramelized, onions, avocado, hidden kitchen sauce, and arugula!

    Menu 10/2024
    Tiffany L.

    *Visited around 10:30am on a Sunday :) I cannot reiterate how much I love the hidden kitchen. Even though this location is only open during the weekend, it's in the heart of downtown Cambria and honestly a perfect brunch spot. The seating is outside, and is very chill & quiet area. Ordering is fairly simple, you order with a staff member at the front of the shop and sit down with a number. Your order will be brought to your table by a very friendly staff member. Once done eating, it's pretty self serving when you'd toss your plate and put the utensils into a bin. OKAY THE FOOD: * you CANNOT go wrong with their smoothies here. Fair warning, they are pretty thick and SO filling but you're able to take it to go if you don't finish it! * Morro Melt Waffle: today was my first time having this dish and MY GOOOODNESS is it super tasty. It was very filling and not too heavy. 20/10 would recommend!

    Sunrise waffle Monte Cristo

    Omg! This place is a Celiac's paradise!! Their menu is amazing! Every time I'm in town I have to make sometime to stop and eat there! The vibes are so cute and the staff are so nice! My must have favourite is the monte Cristo! But I branched out this trip and I'm so glad I did because it's now tied for my number one favourite.

    San Luis sunrise
    Derek F.

    Fantastic food that allergen friendly. We had three of the waffles and the Gordon Greens smoothie and they were all delicious. Highly recommended. I'm a coffee snob and the drip coffee we surprisingly good for a big pot of drip. Medium roast and food full bodied flavor.

    Avila Avo
    Allison S.

    This is a staple when coming to Cambria! Just as wonderful as the last time. The service and food is amazing

    Entrance it real is hidden lol

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    Unique waffles and meals. Have to try eclectic food. Upgraded coffee a must. Show up at least 30 mins before opening, fills up quick.

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    The waffles here are perfect, (corn, bacon, etc) this place is a must try!! Smoothies are also excellent

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    Mediocre waffles and very slow. Not worth the money. Not a lot of flavor and sloppy service

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    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.

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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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    The Sow's Ear

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    4.0
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    0.1 mi
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    Recommended! I'm glad we gave it a try! Enjoyed ourselves,…read morehad a fine relaxing meal! The food was tasty good, the staff attentive and thoughtful, Local wine selection, flower pot bread! (The type you try not to fill up on, melt in your mouth carbs) entrees (Southern Comfort, Peach chicken) AND desserts (Ollieberry!) w after dinner French press coffee worth every penny, a solid experience.

    Don't miss out on this!!! Went for dinner. We were seated…read moreright away. The interior was clean and had a intimate feel to it. The temperature inside was VERY warm. In fact is was so warm that my wife had to go outside to cool off a couple of times. Service was stellar. From the server, (Ramona) to the other staff. They took very good care of us. Kept our waters full and checked on us several times during our visit. Let's get down to it. The moment that counts. We ordered the stuffed mushrooms as an appetizer. They were FANTASTIC. They were stuffed with a feta type cheese and were absolutely delish! My main dish wass the Filet Mignon. I ordered it medium. It came with veggies and mashed potatoes. When the steak showed up it looked good and I cut into the steak. It was done to perfection. It had some kind of JD whiskey sauce on it. I took a bite and it was awesome. SO much flavor. I was in heaven. It was like eating candy. I have always considered The Range in Santa Margarita the best but THIS, yeah this was going to be hard to beat! The Sows Ear was now top dog! The mashed potatoes were epic as well. Perfectly cooked and very creamy. The veggies, (broccoli, squash, and carrots), were great as well. Not a huge squash fan but they did not over do the squash and it was just full of flavor. This REALLY went well when it came to the food. The portions were spot on. Lastly we come to the dessert. We had the Mud Pie. Yep, it was a HUGE piece for less than $10.00. Great value and man.........., was it good. Enough for 2 people. It really creates that intimate setting when you can share with your significant other and it be more then enough. This place would have gotten 5 stars had the interior temp been comfortable. 4.5 stars! The bill for the two of us, no alcohol, was right at $140.00. with tip were out the door at approx. $170.00. Thanks to the staff for making this experience great! Ramona, Katie, and the guy walking around that made sure we were good! They made a great team! I would totally recommend the Sow's Ear in Cambria. This place is everything you would expect and you will not be disappointed. Don't miss out on this place! Worth every penny. That is all! Have a great day!

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