Around Hearst Castle 7
5 Sebastian’s
General Store Deli, Market $
(442 San Simeon Rd, off Hwy 1; mains $6-12;
h11am-5pm Wed-Sun, kitchen till 4pm) Across
Hwy 1 from Hearst Castle, this tiny historic
market sells cold drinks, Hearst Ranch beef
burgers and wines, giant deli sandwiches and
salads for beach picnics at San Simeon Cove.4 Blue Dolphin Inn Hotel $$
(%805-927-3300; http://www.cambriainns.com; 6470
Moonstone Beach Dr; d incl breakfast $159-329;
Wc#) Sand-colored, slate-sided, two-story
building across from the ocean boardwalk has
cozy rooms with romantic fireplaces.Monterey 8
See also Trip 15, p175.5 Monterey’s Fish House Seafood $$$
(%831-373-4647; 2114 Del Monte Ave, mains
$12-35; h11:30am-2:30pm Mon-Fri, 5-9:30pm
daily; c) Watched over by photos of Sicilian
fishermen, dig into dock-fresh seafood with
some fusion twists. Try the barbecued oysters
or the Mexican squid steak. The vibe is casual,
but reservations are essential (it’s so crowded).
Santa Cruz 9
4 Pelican Point Inn Inn $$
(%831-475-3381; http://www.pelicanpointinn
-santacruz.com; 21345 E Cliff Dr; ste $109-199;
c) Simple but roomy retro apartments near
kid-friendly Twin Lakes State Beach come with
everything you’ll need for a coastal getaway,
including kitchenettes and high-speed internet.San Francisco a
See also Trip 2, p56.5 Greens Vegetarian $$
(%415-771-6222; http://www.greensrestaurant.
com; Fort Mason Center, Bldg A; mains $7-20;
h11:45am-2:30pm Tue-Fri, 11am-2:30pm Sat &
10:30am-2pm Sun, plus 5:30-9pm Mon-Sat; v)
In a converted army barracks, savor the GoldenGate Bridge views and meat-free, organic
California cuisine, mostly sourced from a Zen
Buddhist farm in Marin County.4 Argonaut Hotel Boutique Hotel $$$
(%415-563-0800; http://www.argonauthotel.com;
495 Jefferson St; r from $300; aiWc#)
Inhabiting a converted cannery near Fisherman’s
Wharf, this nautical-themed hotel has century-
old wooden beams, porthole-shaped mirrors and
‘Tall Rooms’ with extra-long beds.Around Point Arena b
4 Mar Vista Cottages Cottage $$
(%707-884-3522, 877-855-3522; http://www.
marvistamendocino.com; 35101 S Hwy 1, Gualala;
cottage $175-295; Wc#) Stylishly renovated
1930s fishing cabins, south of Point Arena at
Anchor Bay, make a perfectly relaxing coastal
escape in a harmonious environment.Mendocino & Fort Bragg c
See also Trip 8, p113.5 North Coast Brewing Co Brewpub $$
(www.northcoastbrewing.com; 444 N Main St;
mains $10-30; h11:30am-9:30pm Sun-Thu, to
10pm Fri & Sat) Classic burgers and garlic waffle
fries soak up locally handcrafted brews. Arrive
early to get a table, or join the party in the bar.
Thursday is souvenir pint night.4 Shoreline Cottages Motel, Cottage $$
(%707-964-2977; http://www.shoreline-cottage.com;
18725 Shoreline Hwy, Fort Bragg; d $115-165;
Wc#) Low-key rooms and cottages with
kitchens surround a grassy lawn where dogs
play. All are stocked with DVD players and
complimentary snacks.Eureka d
4 Carter House Inns Hotel, B&B $$
(%707-444-8062; http://www.carterhouse.com; 301 L
St; r/ste incl breakfast from $180/295; W) Hotel
Carter’s rooms are outfitted with top-quality
linens and mod cons. Alternatively, reserve
a romantic roost in a nearby historic home.
Restaurant 301 is Eureka’s top table for seasonal
North Coast dinners with wine pairings.NORTHERN.CALIFORNIA.1
.PACIFIC COAST HIGHWAYS