Half Moon Bay Restaurants

Looking for the best places to eat in Half Moon Bay? Browse all 71 Half Moon Bay restaurants in the Outside Eats dining guide to the San Francisco Peninsula, from casual neighborhood favorites to award winning destinations. Select any restaurant for photos, hours, cuisine, directions, and the full profile.

• Asian Kings Kitchen
  Chinese restaurant on Cabrillo Highway serving generous portions of fresh, MSG-free dishes in a cozy dining room.
• Barbara's Fishtrap
  A Pillar Point Harbor icon for over five decades, Barbara's Fishtrap is the quintessential California seafood shack.
• Barterra Winery
  Family-owned tasting room near Pillar Point Harbor featuring California wines from Napa, Sonoma, and Lodi poured in mason jar flights.
• Cafe Capistrano
  Family-owned restaurant specializing in Mayan cuisine from the Yucatan, founded in 2001 by chef Arturo Mul.
• Cafe Society
  Artisan coffee shop and community hub on Main Street serving fair trade organic coffee, lavender lattes, and fresh pastries.
• Caffé Mezza Luna
  Casual Italian sister café to Mezza Luna Restaurant at Princeton Harbor, serving house-made pastries, gelato, paninis, and espresso.
• Cameron's Pub & Restaurant
  Beloved British-style pub and inn on Cabrillo Highway with vintage double-decker buses, craft beer, and hearty pub fare.
• Cantina @ San Benito House
  A lively Mexican cantina inside one of Half Moon Bay's oldest buildings, dating to 1905.
• Ciya Mediterranean Cuisine
  Turkish-Mediterranean restaurant on Main Street serving kebabs, falafel, shawarma, gyro plates, hummus, mezze, and house-made baklava.
• Cobani Half Moon Bay
  Half Moon Bay outpost of the acclaimed San Mateo Cobani, opened in 2025 at the former Fisherman's Taverna space.
• Cunha's Country Store & Deli
  Half Moon Bay landmark since 1924 — old-fashioned general store and full-service deli with Boar's Head subs and craft beer.
• Dad's Luncheonette
  Chef Scott Clark, formerly of Michelin-starred Saison, serves California comfort food from a historic red train caboose at Shoreline Station.
• Evangeline Cuisine
  Refined seafood and tapas spot in Shoreline Station, formerly Romesco Bistro, known for seafood paella, scallops, and lobster bisque.
• Fattoria e Mare
  Northern Italian farm-to-table restaurant from Michelin-starred chef Pablo Estrada, meaning Farm and Sea.
• FireWok Chinese Restaurant
  A standout Chinese kitchen near Stone Pine Road and sister restaurant to Hangetsu Sushi.
• Flying Fish & Grill
  A family-run coastal seafood and grill off San Mateo Road with a warm mom-and-pop vibe.
• Full Hearts Arcade and Eats
  Main Street dining and entertainment spot combining premium pinball machines with burgers, pizza, and American comfort food.
• Granola's Coffee House
  Women-owned coffeehouse and bakery right off Cabrillo Highway known for house-baked vegan and gluten-free treats and Kreuzberg espresso drinks.
• Half Moon Bay Brewing Company
  Pillar Point Harbor brewpub since 2000, named one of America's Best Beach Bars, with house-brewed craft ales.
• Half Moon Bay Coffee Co
  Family-owned all-day breakfast and lunch café at Stone Pine Road known for omelettes, salads, and blackened salmon tostadas.
• Half Moon Bay Joe's
  A family-owned diner and Italian restaurant on Cabrillo Highway, open daily from early morning to late evening.
• Half Moon Bay Wine & Cheese
  Gourmet wine bar and shop downtown specializing in small-production, boutique wines alongside farmstead cheeses and artisan charcuterie.
• Hangetsu Sushi
  Dinner-only Japanese restaurant offering Kuzushi Kaiseki, combining traditional kaiseki structure with omakase sashimi and creative, Western-influenced dishes.
• Harbor Pizza
  Family-owned pizzeria near Pillar Point Harbor with generous specialty pies, burgers, salads, and gluten-free options.
• Hayashi Sushi
  Japanese restaurant on Cabrillo Highway North serving nigiri, sashimi, creative rolls, bento boxes, and ramen made with traditional techniques.
• Hop Dogma Brewing Co.
  Small-batch craft brewery at Pillar Point Harbor specializing in creative, handcrafted ales and lagers with rotating experimental brews.
• India Beach
  El Granada's premier Indian restaurant, part of the Clay Oven family, serving tandoori-fired dishes, saag paneer, and garlic naan.
• It's Italia
  A Half Moon Bay institution since 1997, housed in the Half Moon Bay Inn on Main Street.
• Jersey Joe's Coastside
  East Coast cheesesteak shop bringing authentic Philly flavors to the Coastside.
• Johnny’s Half Moon Bay
  A revitalized classic tracing its roots to Original Johnny's, open since the 1960s on Main Street.
• La Costanera
  Former Michelin-starred Peruvian restaurant founded by Chef Carlos Altamirano, with 180-degree ocean views and signature ceviche and Pisco Sours.
• La Mexicana Placita Market
  Family-owned Mexican market and snack bar since 2018, offering fresh fruit with chile, aguas frescas, and street snacks.
• La Nebbia Winery
  The oldest bonded winery in Half Moon Bay, established as Obester Winery in 1979.
• La Piazza
  Mediterranean-inspired retail courtyard on Main Street housing Moonside Bakery, boutique shops, and private event space for weddings and celebrations.
• Lamas Peruvian & Mexican Food Truck
  Food truck at Harbor Village lot serving Peruvian and Mexican street food including ceviche, fried pork with plantains, and empanadas.
• Mavericks Crepe Cafe
  A family and female-owned creperie with a loyal Coastside following.
• Mezza Luna Restaurant
  Family-owned Italian restaurant operating for over 30 years, steps from Pillar Point Harbor.
• Miramar Beach Restaurant
  A coastal landmark since 1918, originally built as a Prohibition speakeasy on Miramar Beach.
• Monsoon Himalayan Cuisine
  A family-owned Nepalese and Indian restaurant from Chef and owner Ram Chandra Subedi, who brought...
• Moonside Bakery & Cafe
  European-style bakery in the La Piazza courtyard on Main Street, celebrated for danishes, pastries, cakes, and wood-fired pizza.
• Mullins Steakhouse
  Casual steakhouse at Half Moon Bay Golf Links with ocean and course views, steaks, oysters, and live music on Fridays.
• Nano's
  Hawaiian-style cafe and shaved ice shop on Main Street with Dole Whip, weekend BBQ, and a beer and wine garden.
• North Beach Pizza Express
  The Half Moon Bay outpost of the Bay Area's award-winning North Beach Pizza, a beloved chain since 1982.
• Oceano Bar & Grill
  Hotel lobby bar and grill at Oceano Hotel serving fresh seafood and locally sourced coastal fare with scenic harbor views.
• Old Princeton Landing Public House and Grill
  Coastal public house with live music, craft beer, fish tacos, poke, and clam chowder — a local favorite since 2010.
• Pasta Moon
  Farm-to-table Italian serving daily fresh-made pastas, thin-crust pizza, and local seafood since 1987.
• Pho Banh Mi & Juice
  Family-owned Vietnamese cafe with pho, banh mi sandwiches on toasted bread, spring rolls, and fresh-pressed juices.
• Pilot Light
  Airport cafe by the team behind All Spice restaurant, with runway views, an outdoor patio, and breakfast and lunch favorites.
• REBYL Coffee & Food
  Locally rooted cafe at Shoreline Station with craft coffee, organic produce, bone broth, and seasonal grab-and-go fare.
• REBYL Outpost
  Walk-up window on Main Street serving REBYL’s full coffee lineup, fresh pastries, and nourishing bone broth.
• Round Table Pizza
  Pizza chain since 1959 with hand-rolled dough, toppings to the edge, salad bar, wings, and beer on tap.
• Sam's Cafe
  Old-fashioned diner at Hwy 92 and Main Street serving classic American breakfast and Mexican-inspired specialties.
• Sam's Chowder House
  Award-winning oceanfront seafood restaurant with lobster rolls, New England clam chowder, fresh crab, and Pacific views.
• San Benito Deli
  Historic deli at San Benito House known for house-baked walnut-olive and sourdough breads and freshly made sandwiches.
• Shiki Japanese Cuisine
  Japanese restaurant at Stone Pine Center with fresh nigiri, sushi rolls, teriyaki, and innovative specialty dishes.
• Spangler's Market
  El Granada neighborhood market with fresh local produce, meats, seafood, and a made-to-order deli counter.
• Spanishtown Mexican Restaurant
  Long-running casual Mexican restaurant in a converted house serving enchiladas, chile rellenos, and margaritas.
• Spice Me Thai Cuisine
  Thai restaurant with curries, pad thai, and noodle dishes made with fresh ingredients, popular for lunch and dinner.
• Straw Hat Pizza
  California-style pizza chain since 1959 with hand-rolled fresh dough, layered toppings, wings, and a salad bar.
• Sushi On Main Street
  Sushi bar since 1986 serving fresh nigiri, sashimi, specialty rolls, clay pot noodles, teriyaki, and tempura.
• Taqueria La Gallina
  Roadside taqueria known for fried chicken, carne asada tacos, quesadillas, burritos, and hearty Mexican plates.
• Taqueria La Mordida
  Jalisco-style taqueria open late with al pastor, birria, Piña Loca, and a loaded salsa bar.
• Taqueria Tres Amigos
  Beloved taqueria since 1985 with Jalisco-inspired recipes, free all-you-can-eat chips and salsa bar, and generous portions.
• Taste Cafe Restaurant
  Casual cafe with crepes, egg dishes, sandwiches, and local favorites for breakfast and brunch.
• The Barn
  Outdoor farm-to-table burger spot with grass-fed beef, craft beer, farm salads, and a dog-friendly patio.
• The Conservatory
  Beach-house-inspired restaurant at The Ritz-Carlton serving California comfort cuisine and coastal cocktails with ocean views.
• The Happy Taco Taqueria
  Counter-serve taqueria with a free salsa bar, carne asada tacos, super burritos, and authentic Mexican staples.
• The Ocean Terrace
  Open-air oceanfront bar at The Ritz-Carlton with fire pits, raw bar seafood, craft cocktails, and Pacific sunset views.
• The Swell Lounge @ Jettywave Distillery
  Outdoor cocktail garden at Jettywave Distillery with farm-to-table coastal food, house-distilled spirits, and fire pits.
• Verrazzano Pizza
  New York-style pizza with wild-yeast dough, organic local ingredients, calzones, and vegan options.
• What A Meals
  Thai and dim sum cafe with pho, pad thai, satay, mango sticky rice, and crab rangoons in a warm neighborhood setting.