Guidebook for Half Moon Bay
Essentials
Safeway
2020 Market StSimilar to Whole Foods - lots of organic and natural options.
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New Leaf Community Markets
150 San Mateo RdSimilar to Whole Foods - lots of organic and natural options.
Small family owned grocery in historic building on Main Street.
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Cunha's Country Store
448 Main StSmall family owned grocery in historic building on Main Street.
Parks & Nature
Poplar Beach
Poplar StreetWalking 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.
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Purisima Creek Redwoods Preserve
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.
Ocean View Park
627 Alsace Lorraine AveSmall 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 Trailchallenging but rewarding trail with spectacular views of the Pacific Ocean. Great whale watching spot.
Surfers Beach
4000 Cabrillo Hwy NGreat 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
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Ano Nuevo State Park
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.
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Devil's Slide Trail
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
LuzLuna Imports
527 Main StWonderful 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 NSurf 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 StLocally 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 RdKites and salt water taffy - what more can you ask for when outfitting for a day at the beach? (well, maybe some sunscreen).
Abode
417 Main StHome 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!
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Duarte's Tavern
202 Stage RdHistoric 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!
Taqueria Tres Amigos
270 Cabrillo HwyGreat Taqueria!
It's Italia
401 Main StGreat 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.
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Mezza Luna Restaurant
459 Prospect WayFamily 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.
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Caffé Mezza Luna
240 Capistrano RdA 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.
Sacrilege Brewery + Kitchen
730 Main StLocal 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.
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Pasta Moon
845 Main StThe 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.
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Sam's Chowder House
4210 CA-1Seafood 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!
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Half Moon Bay Bakery
514 Main StA long standing tradition in Half Moon Bay, great coffee and baked goods!
Flying Fish Bar & Grill
211 San Mateo RdGreat seafood options.
Spice Me Thai Cuisine
500 Purissima StGreat Thai food.
Monsoon Himalayan Cuisine
20 Stone Pine RdUnusual 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.
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Half Moon Bay Brewing Company
390 Capistrano RdLocated 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!
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Moss Beach Distillery
140 Beach WayHistoric 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.
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Miramar Beach Restaurant
131 Mirada RdGreat 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.
China House
20 Stone Pine Rdlocal 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.
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San Benito Ale House
356 Main StThe 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
522 Main StCafe Society offers music, wine and snacks on weekend evenings.
Great local brew pub. Now located in Princeton Harbor on Capistrano Road.
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Hop Dogma Brewing Co.
270 Capistrano RdGreat local brew pub. Now located in Princeton Harbor on Capistrano Road.
Sightseeing
Historic lighthouse located a scenic 30 minute drive down the coast
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Pigeon Point Lighthouse
Pigeon Point RoadHistoric 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.
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Filoli Historic House & Garden
86 Cañada RdFiLoLi 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.
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Half Moon Bay Kayak Company
2 Johnson PierYou can rent a kayak or paddle board here and explore the harbor.
Bike Works
520 Kelly AveBike sales, rentals and repairs.
Sea Bowl
4625 CA-1Your classic local bowling alley. They offer a variety of special deals.
HMB Board Shop
3032 N Cabrillo HwyGreat place for board and bike rentals