Smile G.
Yelp
Today wasn't breakfast--it was a lunch date with my husband, and it turned into one of those meals you remember.
It's crab season, and my husband absolutely loves crab, so we decided to make the drive. It's not close, but the drive itself is part of the experience--ocean on one side, mountains on the other. By the time we arrived, it already felt special.
The restaurant is tucked away in a quiet, remote spot, and it honestly feels like being at a peaceful ocean cottage. Calm, beautiful, and unhurried.
And the crab--wow.
Exceptionally fresh, high quality, and perfectly prepared.
My husband chose the garlic sauce, and I went with the cioppino sauce. The cioppino was absolutely perfect--rich and flavorful without being overly spicy, and it complemented the freshness of the crab beautifully.
We actually came last week hoping for crab, but it wasn't available, so we tried other dishes. They were fine, but nothing memorable. That's why I hesitated a bit before coming again today--but I'm so glad we did. Today was on a completely different level.
The service deserves special mention as well--attentive, warm, and genuinely kind, without ever feeling rushed. It made the entire experience even more relaxing and enjoyable.
A sweet little bonus: there's a tiny, adorable dog (a toy poodle, I think?) who kept smiling and following me around. We have three dogs at home, so maybe it recognized the scent--but it was incredibly charming and added a personal, welcoming touch.
I came in today feeling a bit down, but this meal, the atmosphere, the view, and the service--everything came together and lifted my spirit.
Food like this reminds you to be grateful.
Perfect food, beautiful scenery, peaceful vibes, and wonderful service, with a touch of unexpected warmth.
We'll definitely be back--especially during crab season.