Reviews for Cafe Kevah in Big Sur, CA
We intended to go to nepenthe but this is just below and less crowded. We got some coffee and smoothies and enjoyed the views.... The gift shop below is worth checking out. Parking is tough but we got lucky. Read more
I love the view from here and the staff is friendly. Birds hang round to keep you company. I liked the cappuccino. Got the... breakfast burrito, was greasy, filling enough for two people. Again the food and coffee are not great but it?s worth theview! Again you really can beat the view not windy and you get to see amazing lookdowns to the ocean. Dogs are not allowed ofthe parking lot level Read more
We decided to check out the cafe since Nepenthe had a very long wait. Perhaps it?s a better spot for breakfast, compared to... lunch. We ordered a sandwich, banana protein shake, and a glass of rose. The food was so poor, that we ate just a little beforewalking away. The view was amazing, and service was good, but I can?t recommend the food at all. Read more
With a name like "Nepenthe" (neh-pen-they), which is a Greek word meaning "house of no sorrows" -- it's easy to see why the name... here fits. ???? There seem to be several businesses on site here, so let me explain how it appears to work: Nepenthe is therestaurant at the top area. Due to price-point, we didn't eat here and just went down a level to what we felt was less-crowded,more open views anyway. Seemed to have a full coffee/wine bar and perhaps a limited menu. Didn't have much interaction with thehost, but she didn't seem very friendly/happy. People seemed to be waiting awhile and getting stuck in corners without as manyviews, but it's meant to appear as an "upscale" restaurant. It's not, just has the view. Cafe Kevah is the mid-level cafe withviewssss ???? ????If I could get married all over, I'd choose this balcony corner. Perhaps renewing of vows.???? Our wholefamily LOVES this spot and will now be an every-time stop for us.???? We like to split cookies or danishes for the kids andwe'll sip on a coffee or something...makes it more affordable. Staffing at Cafe Kevah has always been super inviting andfriendly in an authentic, honest way. Just a simple job serving food in a delicious place! (The top restaurant and the lowerstore can have a feel of arrogance which I'm not about, but the mid-level Cafe Kevah is just down-to-earth enjoyment ofbeautiful things! The price value for Nepenthe AND Cafe Kevah comes from the architecture allowing you to meld into theambiance of the natural area. Go split something and enjoy the views, but don't expect anything super delicious. It's good, butnot what the price-point will make you think it will taste like. Phoenix Shop is down below...the bottom 2 levels. There arebathrooms located to the right immediately when walking in the double doors down and paintings on the bathroom walls (awkwardfor my kids ages 8 & 9 ????????????). The store has many things to look at -- very eclectic shop, but out favorite is th Read more
Amazing views and reasonably good food with no wait time, unlike the famous Nepenthe upstairs. The views are actually pretty... similar so it is a decent compromise, as you only lose the number of food and drink options for the 30-45 minute wait time. Allthe sandwiches are decently sized and come with a salad which is quite nice. They also have nice muffins, cookies, a breakfastmenu and friendly staff. The restroom is downstairs in the gift shop. Read more
View and ambiance were superb, food crispy and delicious, served hot with fresh fruit and lemonade you could tell was fresh, not... bottled! Highly recommended for a light experience without the wait for the restaurant but with the great quality food andbeautiful view Read more
When nature and good people get together, only amazing things can come out! First off, the view from Cafe Kevah is worth a stop.... It is gorgeous and offers panoramic scenery of the surrounding ocean and mountains. What puts the cherry on top of the cake arethe beverages and the staff! The delicious apple cider that I ordered was garnished with fresh orange, with a sprinkle of lemonzest and infused with mouthwatering spices. I have never had an apple cider of this superb quality in America! While waiting formy drink, I had a lovely conversation with the nice gentleman there. He was very knowledgable about the fantastic history of thecafe and told me how the staff treasures and preserves the ideals on which the place was founded on. Everyone is welcome hereand you can stay as long as you like to enjoy the breathtaking view. There is also a restaurant next to the cafe if you'recraving a heavier meal, but do NOT leave without stopping by Cafe Kevah! It is well worth it. The entire facility is very clean,well taken care of, and in a rustic style. There were also locals and tourists enjoying the pleasant atmosphere. I look forwardto coming back! Read more
Food is a 5 for brunch. The view is a 10. The patio is beautiful. Downside? Dogs are not allowed. But there is ample parking... with shade for those hot days Read more