Guidebook for Half Moon Bay

Mary-Anne
Guidebook for Half Moon Bay

Essentials

416 locals recommend
Safeway
2020 Market St
416 locals recommend
Similar to Whole Foods - lots of organic and natural options.
56 locals recommend
New Leaf Community Markets
150 San Mateo Rd
56 locals recommend
Similar to Whole Foods - lots of organic and natural options.
Small family owned grocery in historic building on Main Street.
8 locals recommend
Cunha's Country Store
448 Main St
8 locals recommend
Small family owned grocery in historic building on Main Street.

Parks & Nature

Walking distance from the house!
21 locals recommend
Poplar Beach
Poplar Street
21 locals recommend
Walking distance from the house!
Located only 5 miles away, hiking and mountain biking trails meander along the creek and up the hillsides through a lovely grove of redwood trees in this park. A great place to see our banana slugs as well as the majestic redwoods.
37 locals recommend
Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve
37 locals recommend
Located only 5 miles away, hiking and mountain biking trails meander along the creek and up the hillsides through a lovely grove of redwood trees in this park. A great place to see our banana slugs as well as the majestic redwoods.
Small local park with play structures and picnic tables.
Ocean View Park
627 Alsace Lorraine Ave
Small local park with play structures and picnic tables.
challenging but rewarding trail with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. Great whale watching spot.
Montara Mountain Trail
Montara Mountain Trail
challenging but rewarding trail with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. Great whale watching spot.
Great beach for surfing.
15 locals recommend
Surfers Beach
4000 Cabrillo Hwy N
15 locals recommend
Great beach for surfing.
Awesome place to see the amazing elephant seals, only a 30 minute drive along the spectacular coast highway. Reservations recommended for docent guided tours during the winter season - https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=27613
88 locals recommend
Ano Nuevo State Park
88 locals recommend
Awesome place to see the amazing elephant seals, only a 30 minute drive along the spectacular coast highway. Reservations recommended for docent guided tours during the winter season - https://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=27613
Devil’s Slide Trail is a 1.3-mile multi-use trail, converted from a former segment of Highway 1, that gives hikers, runners, bicyclists and equestrians access to the rocky heights of Devil’s Slide above the Pacific Ocean.
49 locals recommend
Devil's Slide Trail
49 locals recommend
Devil’s Slide Trail is a 1.3-mile multi-use trail, converted from a former segment of Highway 1, that gives hikers, runners, bicyclists and equestrians access to the rocky heights of Devil’s Slide above the Pacific Ocean.

Shopping

Wonderful selection of fair trade items from all over the world.
LuzLuna Imports
527 Main St
Wonderful selection of fair trade items from all over the world.
Surf boards, boogie boards, wet suits and other surf and sand gear available for rent or purchase.
Cowboy Surf Shop
2830 Cabrillo Hwy N
Surf boards, boogie boards, wet suits and other surf and sand gear available for rent or purchase.
Locally owned clothing boutique with a wonderful selection of unique clothing with an emphasis on French style!
The Posh Moon
519 Main St
Locally owned clothing boutique with a wonderful selection of unique clothing with an emphasis on French style!
Kites and salt water taffy - what more can you ask for when outfitting for a day at the beach? (well, maybe some sunscreen).
Half Moon Bay Salt Water Taffy
270 Capistrano Rd
Kites and salt water taffy - what more can you ask for when outfitting for a day at the beach? (well, maybe some sunscreen).
Home goods store - great for browsing for a unique gift.
6 locals recommend
Abode
417 Main St
6 locals recommend
Home goods store - great for browsing for a unique gift.

Food Scene

Historic Inn in Pescadero, a 30 minute drive down the coast highway, Duarte's is a casual restaurant famous for its artichoke soup and amazing pies. Try the Ollalieberry Pie - yum!
59 locals recommend
Duarte's Tavern
202 Stage Rd
59 locals recommend
Historic Inn in Pescadero, a 30 minute drive down the coast highway, Duarte's is a casual restaurant famous for its artichoke soup and amazing pies. Try the Ollalieberry Pie - yum!
Great Taqueria!
12 locals recommend
Taqueria Tres Amigos
270 Cabrillo Hwy
12 locals recommend
Great Taqueria!
Great Italian Food.
36 locals recommend
It's Italia
401 Main St
36 locals recommend
Great Italian Food.
Family friendly restaurant located in Princeton Harbor offering tasty traditional Italian dishes, taking advantage of the the local fresh seafood and veggies. A lively bar and great desserts round out the experience.
45 locals recommend
Mezza Luna Restaurant
459 Prospect Way
45 locals recommend
Family friendly restaurant located in Princeton Harbor offering tasty traditional Italian dishes, taking advantage of the the local fresh seafood and veggies. A lively bar and great desserts round out the experience.
A great place to get a specialty coffee drink and pastry, Caffe MezzaLuna also offers a full breakfast, lunch options and great gelato. The outdoor patio is very popular.
17 locals recommend
Caffé Mezza Luna
240 Capistrano Rd
17 locals recommend
A great place to get a specialty coffee drink and pastry, Caffe MezzaLuna also offers a full breakfast, lunch options and great gelato. The outdoor patio is very popular.
Local brew pub that also serves great casual meals.
14 locals recommend
Sacrilege Brewery + Kitchen
730 Main St
14 locals recommend
Local brew pub that also serves great casual meals.
The tantalizing menus at Pasta Moon are based on it's commitment to the Farm to Table concept. The ingredients are provided by local farms, ranches, fishermen and gourmet artisans. Pasta Moon recently expanded to add a relaxing bar for an aperitif or nightcap to round out your evening.
49 locals recommend
Pasta Moon
845 Main St
49 locals recommend
The tantalizing menus at Pasta Moon are based on it's commitment to the Farm to Table concept. The ingredients are provided by local farms, ranches, fishermen and gourmet artisans. Pasta Moon recently expanded to add a relaxing bar for an aperitif or nightcap to round out your evening.
Seafood view restaurant known for its chowder and lobster rolls. Walking distance from our location.
98 locals recommend
Sam's Chowder House
4210 CA-1
98 locals recommend
Seafood view restaurant known for its chowder and lobster rolls. Walking distance from our location.
A long standing tradition in Half Moon Bay, great coffee and baked goods!
7 locals recommend
Half Moon Bay Bakery
514 Main St
7 locals recommend
A long standing tradition in Half Moon Bay, great coffee and baked goods!
Great seafood options.
14 locals recommend
Flying Fish Bar & Grill
211 San Mateo Rd
14 locals recommend
Great seafood options.
Great Thai food.
18 locals recommend
Spice Me Thai Cuisine
500 Purissima St
18 locals recommend
Great Thai food.
Unusual but tasty and affordable Himalayan cuisine.
12 locals recommend
Monsoon Himalayan Cuisine
20 Stone Pine Rd
12 locals recommend
Unusual but tasty and affordable Himalayan cuisine.
Located in the harbor, great beers and a varied menu make this a fun place for a meal. The outdoor heated dining areas can even be enjoyed even on cool evenings. There is live music as well on most weekends.
70 locals recommend
Half Moon Bay Brewing Company
390 Capistrano Rd
70 locals recommend
Located in the harbor, great beers and a varied menu make this a fun place for a meal. The outdoor heated dining areas can even be enjoyed even on cool evenings. There is live music as well on most weekends.
Historic Half Moon Bay area restaurant in operation since 1927 with ocean view dining, heated outdoor patio and famous blue lady ghost!
83 locals recommend
Moss Beach Distillery
140 Beach Way
83 locals recommend
Historic Half Moon Bay area restaurant in operation since 1927 with ocean view dining, heated outdoor patio and famous blue lady ghost!
Great sunset views, cocktails and a varied menu can be found at this historic local restaurant dating back to its origins as a local "speakeasy". You can dine on the outdoor patio as well.
38 locals recommend
Miramar Beach Restaurant
131 Mirada Rd
38 locals recommend
Great sunset views, cocktails and a varied menu can be found at this historic local restaurant dating back to its origins as a local "speakeasy". You can dine on the outdoor patio as well.
local chinese fare - take out or dine in.
China House
20 Stone Pine Rd
local chinese fare - take out or dine in.

Drinks & Nightlife

The charming San Benito House bar located on Main Street in Half Moon Bay is a great place to stop in for a beer and a lunchtime sandwich from the deli or for a drink before or after enjoying dinner at one of the great restaurants on Main Street.
30 locals recommend
San Benito Ale House
356 Main St
30 locals recommend
The charming San Benito House bar located on Main Street in Half Moon Bay is a great place to stop in for a beer and a lunchtime sandwich from the deli or for a drink before or after enjoying dinner at one of the great restaurants on Main Street.
Cafe Society offers music, wine and snacks on weekend evenings.
16 locals recommend
Cafe Society
522 Main St
16 locals recommend
Cafe Society offers music, wine and snacks on weekend evenings.
Great local brew pub. Now located in Princeton Harbor on Capistrano Road.
32 locals recommend
Hop Dogma Brewing Co.
270 Capistrano Rd
32 locals recommend
Great local brew pub. Now located in Princeton Harbor on Capistrano Road.

Sightseeing

Historic lighthouse located a scenic 30 minute drive down the coast
23 locals recommend
Pigeon Point Lighthouse
Pigeon Point Road
23 locals recommend
Historic lighthouse located a scenic 30 minute drive down the coast
FiLoLi is one of the finest remaining country estates of the early 20th century, located just 15 miles from El Granada. Enjoy the 16–acre formal Garden, explore the historic House, take a nature hike, view an art exhibit, or pursue its educational opportunities. Take a break and enjoy a coffee or light lunch at the cafe.
141 locals recommend
Filoli Historic House & Garden
86 Cañada Rd
141 locals recommend
FiLoLi is one of the finest remaining country estates of the early 20th century, located just 15 miles from El Granada. Enjoy the 16–acre formal Garden, explore the historic House, take a nature hike, view an art exhibit, or pursue its educational opportunities. Take a break and enjoy a coffee or light lunch at the cafe.

Entertainment & Activities

You can rent a kayak or paddle board here and explore the harbor.
29 locals recommend
Half Moon Bay Kayak Company
2 Johnson Pier
29 locals recommend
You can rent a kayak or paddle board here and explore the harbor.
Bike sales, rentals and repairs.
6 locals recommend
Bike Works
520 Kelly Ave
6 locals recommend
Bike sales, rentals and repairs.
Your classic local bowling alley. They offer a variety of special deals.
34 locals recommend
Sea Bowl
4625 CA-1
34 locals recommend
Your classic local bowling alley. They offer a variety of special deals.
Great place for board and bike rentals
8 locals recommend
HMB Board Shop
3032 N Cabrillo Hwy
8 locals recommend
Great place for board and bike rentals