The Hidden Kitchen is a 100% gluten free cafe featuring mostly organic and locally sourced fare. We specialize in bioregional blue corn waffles and seasonal smoothies to satisfy a broad range of taste preferences. Our menu is simple yet the flavors extend beyond simplicity, adding lovely combinations of both bold and subtle tastes to excite the pallet.
We exist to offer a healthy meeting place for our community to share in conversation, connect through experience, and gather around the one thing that has consistently brought many groups of people together: delicious food!
Based on 285 reviews, the restaurant has received a rating of 4.8 stars. Price $$
✔️ Dine-in ✔️ Takeout ✔️ No delivery
Address:
113 N Ocean Ave, Cayucos, CA 93430
Phone: (805) 995-7030
Website: http://www.hiddenkitchencalifornia.com/
Hours
| Friday | 9 AM–3 PM |
| Saturday | 9 AM–3 PM |
| Sunday | 9 AM–3 PM |
| Monday
(Labor Day)
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9 AM–3 PM
Hours might differ
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| Tuesday | 9 AM–3 PM |
| Wednesday | Closed |
| Thursday | 9 AM–9 PM |
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Reviews
Malay Patel
Wow. What a different take on waffles and tacos. Super tasty with a nice kick (spice). Enjoyed the fresh food and great service. The smoothies were packed with flavor, very heavy. Perfect spot for a quick bite before hitting the beach. Highly recommended.
Ashley Wilhelm
My absolute favorite place to have breakfast! The waffles are incredible every time I go. I’m also a huge fan of their smoothies specifically the protein ones. The San Luis Sunrise is my favorite waffle on the menu. Somehow they have perfected bacon! This is a wonderful place for anyone who is gluten free and has food allergies as there are options for everyone. All of the ingredients are great and you leave feeling good. A must visit!
Owen Schwaegerle
Amazing restaurant! There was a long line but it was worth every second of the wait. The Bishop Buzz smoothie was so filling! The savory San Luis Sunrise waffle was deeply satisfying and delicious. My wife got the fried banana one with almond butter. They were so great! You could even split one because they are so filling.
Sherrie Davies
What a great place! The breakfast was amazing. Our group had a couple of the protein shakes which were so flavorful and a good size. We also enjoyed a couple of the taco varieties and a loaded waffle. The views from the patio are perfect with Morro Rock to the south. Dog friendly as well
Lily Vepretska photography
We are visiting from Florida and stumbled across this restaurant on our drive down the coast. It really is a hidden gem. Our food was delicious! And you choose your own coffee mug at the coffee bar 🙂 the staff was very friendly and service was wonderful. Very chill vibe but great service.
deanette rosalli
We ordered the Monte Cristo waffle and the pork tacos. The food is AMAZING!! Extremely delicious
Katie C
What a great brunch spot! Located so close to the water and had indoor and outdoor seating. It’s a little pricey but to me, it’s worth it for a small local business. The food was delicious and the staff was so friendly! I recommend this place!
Katrina Bruins
Amazing sweet and savory waffles! I’m usually way more a sweets person than savory but my husband and I tried one of each and the savory – Elote – was actually my favorite! Adorable atmosphere inside with some thrifted clothes and local goods for sale inside. Outdoor seating with a view available as well
King Hayden
Before we walked into the restaurant, they had a QR code menu and the physical menu on the wall. It’s a very easy to read menu with great options. I really recommend getting some smoothies for a group of people as it’s a big portion and you can eat the smoothie with a spoon. I ate the Monterey mushroom blue corn waffle and it is fantastic quality food. I personally think the price tag is worth the food and is a great place to get your breakfast/lunch/dinner before walking alongside the beach!
Natalee Lopez
Came for breakfast on a Monday and it was perfect. I’d never had a blue corn waffle before and was amazed to learn their entire menu is gluten free. We ordered the specials to share and a smoothie to share which was huge and beautiful. Everything was delicious and the staff was helpful and kind. A great spot. The views on the back patio are worth the drive!
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