Brie & Jacob
Big Sur
Big Sur Bakery
Offers: Breakfast, lunch * dinner, and to-go options, pastries, and coffee. A must visit even just to sit and have a snack or glass of wine
Big Sur Taphouse
Tavern atmosphere with a massive open backyard space. Many beers on tap, great wine list by the glass, and bar snacks available.
Nepenthe
Landmark spot overlooking the ocean, best known for its views. Open for lunch, dinner, and drinks. Cafe Kebab, on site, is open for brunch.
The Sur House
Gorgeous local food in the beautiful & romantic Ventana Inn. Emphasis on locally sources ingredients - amazing food & setting. Warm & woodsy spot for upscale, locally-sourced American cuisine with ocean views from the terrace. Lunch & Dinner
Fernwood Resort Bar & Grille
Casual grill setting at Fernwood, with house-smoked meats, burgers, pizza + salads. Lunch + dinner.
Ripplewood Cafe
Ripplewood's own little diner. Serving breakfast + lunch
Big Sur Roadhouse
Cajun-inspired gourmet cooking in a modern atmosphere, at the Glen Oaks Hotel. Open for breakfast, lunch & dinner.
Deetjen's
Historic landmark hotel + restaurant nestled into a nook of Highway 1, jsut south of Big Sur proper. Great breakfast and cozy, romantic dinners.
Post Card Ranch inn restaurant, Sierra Mar
Incredible, renowned culinary experience at the timeless architectural masterpiece that is Post Ranch. Impeccable food in an extraordinary setting. Lunch is a good option price-wise.
Julia Pfeiffer Burns State Park
HIKING! Famous park with lookout view of the highly photographed waterfall, as well as rigorous hiking trails.
Andrew Molera State Park
HIKING! Beautiful, rambling meadowlands adjacent to the beach bluffs, Great hiking trails and horseback riding.
Limekiln State Park
HIKING! Unique access to both redwoods and the beach in one park. Note that this is about 40 minute drive from Big Sur proper.
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park
HIKING! Closest to the hotels, this beautiful & large park features redwood groves and mixed forests. Wildlife is abundant, and there are many hiking trails.
Bixby Creek Bridge
Big Sur has several significant historic bridges along Highway 1 that are beautiful feats of engineering. Big by Bridge is the most famous, while bridges at Rocky Creek, Little Sur River, Big Creek and Limekiln are equally beautiful.
Point Sur Lighthouse
Stands atop a dramatic volcanic rock just off-shore in Big Sur, Ca. This historic aid-to-navigation has a modern aero-beacon which still guides ship along the treacherous Central California Coast.
Henry Miller Memorial Library
The Henry Miller Memorial Library is a nonprofit arts center, bookstore, and performance venues in Big Sur, Ca, documenting the life of the later writer, artist, and Henry Miller.
Pfeiffer Beach
A gorgeous, easily accessible beach right near downtown Big Sur. This beach houses incredible rock formations, including a natural arch in the water that perfectly frames sunsets.
Ventana Inn Spa
Gorgeous spa with access to their Japanese soaking tubs and pools.
Village Shops, Coast gallery, Loma Vista Shops
Various galleries and shopping opportunities spotted along the coast, all on Highway 1.