Location: Cambria
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Things to do in Cambria, California (CA): The Best Food & Drink
Cambria /ˈkeɪmbriə/ is a seaside village in San Luis Obispo County, California, United States midway between San Francisco and Los Angeles along California State Route 1 (Highway 1). The name Cambria, chosen in 1869, is the Latin name for Wales. Cambria is situated amidst Monterey pines in one of only three such native forests. Previously, the town had gone by the names of Slabtown, Rosaville, San Simeon and Santa Rosa. The corresponding census designated place (CDP) had a population of 6,032 at the 2010 census, slightly down from 6,232 at the 2000 census.
Restaurants in Cambria
1. 927 Beer Company
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4.5 based on 53 reviews
2. Moonstone Cellars
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4.5 based on 36 reviews
Conceived in a basement overlooking Moonstone Beach (yes, hillside basements in Cambria can have nice views), Todd Clift and his dad, Muril, began making wine in 1998. The hobby quickly got out of control, and blossomed into a full time passion. Todd chucked his corporate job to become an apprentice at local winery, just six miles south of Cambria. Under the tutelage of a 21-year winemaker who has won over 500 awards, he worked through four crush seasons before releasing his first vintages. Todd proudly crafts his wines from Central Coast grapes. Moonstone Cellars offers a wide range of varietals from a light and crisp Sauvignon Blanc to an off-dry Gewurztraminer; a supple Grenache to a full bodied Petite Sirah. Come visit us at our tasting room in in the West Village of Cambria (just blocks from the original hillside basement). We are open daily from 11 to 5.
Reviewed By GoPlaces162284 - Sacramento, United States
Susanna and Andy are the best!! Knowledgeable and friendly and they make sure you leave happy. The wine is always fabulous. From start to finish. We have a hard time deciding on one bottle. Their outside tasting area will keep you warm and covid safe. Don't forget the seasoning rubs... great on popcorn!!
3. Stolo Vineyards & Winery
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4.5 based on 37 reviews
Visitors to Cambria can now indulge in the complete winery experience, from vineyard to tasting room, just minutes from Downtown Cambria, along picturesque Santa Rosa Creek Road. We grow and bottle Coastal Chardonnay, Pinot Noir, and Syrah. Our boutique winery and tasting room is family owned and operated. Come join us in our tasting room among the vines.
Reviewed By 825melg - Fort Worth, United States
We fell in love with this winery while staying in Cambria. To be honest, I just booked a here because it was the closet winery to our vacation rental. We loved it so much that we visited a total of three times. I made a reservation to sit at a picnic table in their grassy area next to the tasting room. From the moment we got there, Katie made us feel like family. She was delightful. Stolo has done such a nice job of practicing safety protocols (social distant tables, masks, hand sanatizer). The view is amazing and the wine is great. I wish I was there right now enjoying a nice pinot noir and looking at the hillside.
4. Twin Coyotes Winery
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4.5 based on 8 reviews
Visit Twin Coyotes Winery and Tasting Room in quaint downtown Cambria for a taste or a glass of one of our award winning wines, and be sure to try our new olive oils and vinegars! Chat with owners Steve, Lori, and Stu and find out more about the Pacific Coast Wine Trail and joining the Coyote Howler Wine Club!
Reviewed By J1406GZscottk - Ventura, United States
Great people operating a tasting room with personality. The evening we visited had a young gentleman playing an acoustic guitar. They provided great snacks to pair with their lovely wines. Nice location in Cambria adding to the charm of the city.
5. Black Hand Cellars
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4.5 based on 11 reviews
Reviewed By 509russm - San Juan Capistrano, United States
We spent a quick weekend away in Cambria with the intention of visiting some of the wine tasting rooms in the town. We stopped at Black Hand Cellars and are we glad did. We tasted 5 wines and enjoyed all 5. We left with four bottles of his Reds. The wine is outstanding and the owner is too. He spent time with us explaining his background as a self-taught winemaker. He learned his lessons well. Looking for good wine and a fun time go to Black Hand Cellars
6. Cookie Crock Market
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4.5 based on 16 reviews
7. Cambria Farmers Market
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4.5 based on 12 reviews
Friday afternoons “Rain or Shine!” You will find us in the Veteran’s Hall parking lot at 1000 Main Street in Cambria’s West Village. Summer hours are 2:30 – 5:30 pm, but we close at 5:00 pm during the winter. Cambria’s Farmers market aims to provide the highest quality seasonal produce and prepared foods to our community and visitors.
Reviewed By Z8145WIpaulm - Pismo Beach, United States
Local Eval.: Out of the many [11-19] local [ within 100 miles of SLO] Farmer's Markets on almost all days of the week, except on Sundays, this small-medium sized Farmer's Market is a winner. We are regulars at several of them. While it is quite a drive from the SLO/Pismo area, the scenic drive and proximity to glorious coastal views/parks/ocean [e.g. Shamel County Park/ Moonstone Parks], more than compensates for this. Curiously, while Cambria has several of the same vendors as many other Southern FM's, it is run independently of the others, including the North County FM's. This is only a problem, if you have left over chits from other NCFM's. Cambria's FM is located in a pleasant area right next to the Veterans Center and a memorial, at the beginning of downtown Cambria, right off the 101. While they have good range of vendors, the two stars here are Cambria's own Linn's BBQ/Pies, and Mt. Olive Organic Farm from Paso Robles [both of which have physical stores or farm]. Linn's BBQ somehow makes one of the most savory, smoky, succulent, BBQ meats that one can find anywhere, including Huli-Huli chicken in Hawaii. I am not sure what magic goes into their BBQ, but I suspect that slow roasting over a proper wood fire gives it a unique taste, which is well worth over an hour drive. We also found that their homemade Raspberry/ Rhubarb mini-pie was flawless. While they are likely affiliated with their Cambria store, I did not see any mention of their BBQ on Linn's store reviews. While Linn's BBQ is strictly limited to Cambria, Mt. Olive OF [aka MOOF] does get around to at least a few other SLO county FM's, including the huge SLO/ Madonna Plaza Sat. 8AM one, as well as, the quaint, lesser know FM, in serene Baywood, every Monday at 2PM. MOOF, offers a vast selection of all kinds of locally grown creations, produce, and vegetables. They have everything one can imagine from teas, to eggs, to even edible flowers. There are other locally well known vendors that also appear at several of the other FM's, including ones that bake, sell seafood, meat, soup, and more. A few are specific to the Cambria region, such as Olive Oil/Wine, local veges, and more. The vendors and customers make for a rather festive event, and it is quite fun, even in the winter. By going off-season, you benefit from less congested touristed area, and can be almost alone on some of the many nearby beach parks/ hiking trails, where it is great idea to have a impromptu picnic, from all the goodies that you snag here. In general, the prices here are quite reasonable for pricey Cambria, and are a bargain compared to the touristy places. Since you are nowhere near SLO's Whole Foods, Lassen's, TJ's, or even the local health food store in Morro Bay, this is likely the best place to score great eats if you stay in the area. In summary, Cambria's FM is a winner & well worth repeated visits!
8. Cutruzzola Vineyards
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4.0 based on 16 reviews
Join us for a seated tasting of our award-winning Cambria-grown Pinot Noir and Riesling. Tastings are by appointment only - please visit our website to schedule.
Reviewed By anyalT7866JH
My husband and I reserved a wine tasting. We were so pleased with how they were following social distancing guidelines. All five wines were delicious!!!! Our server is an expert! We were VERY impressed with all her knowledge about wine. Overall, I definitely recommend going here while you are in Cambria.
