Happy Girl Kitchen Co. – American
Stepping into this sun-drenched sanctuary of preservation feels like walking into a celebration of the seasons, where the air hums with the sweet, bright aroma of bubbling fruit and citrus zest. Artisanal jars line the shelves, capturing the fleeting magic of the harvest in vibrant layers of strawberry lavender jam and spicy apricot chili preserves. It is a place where traditional techniques meet creative flair, offering a nostalgic yet elevated taste of the orchard in every golden spoonful.
Dewey Street, Pacific Grove, California 93944 https://happygirlkitchen.comRating: 5/5 (1 reviews)
Cuisine: American
Price range: $
Dietary options: vegan, vegetarian, keto, low-carb, high-protein, halal, whole30, pescatarian, paleo, plant-based, heart-healthy, low-sodium, low-fat, anti-inflammatory, atkins, south-beach, dash-sodium-reduced, low-cholesterol, gerd, alkaline, tlc, renal, aip, carnivore, raw-food, detox, volumetrics, zone, slow-carb, macrobiotic, lectin-free, juice-cleanse
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 11:00 AM - 9:00 PM
What diners are saying
Diners rave about the tender, perfectly cooked seafood and the inviting atmosphere that makes this a standout addition to the neighborhood. Reviewers highlight the friendly service and reasonable pricing, noting that the space feels warm and welcoming for any occasion. Celebrated for its fresh flavors, standout dishes include the expertly prepared seafood which guests praise for its exceptional texture and quality.
Menu
Jams, Marmalades & Sweets
Locally preserved fruits, low sugar jams, marmalades, and jellies.
- Apricot Summer Jam - $5: Locally preserved apricots, low sugar
- Apricot Chili Jam - $8: Apricots, chili peppers
- Blackberry Lemon Summer Jam - $5: Blackberries, lemon
- Strawberry Summer Jam - $5: Strawberries
- Strawberry Lavender Jam - $5: Strawberries, lavender
- Quince Jam - $5: Quince Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, TLC, Renal Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Quince Jelly - $5: Quince juice
- Big Sur Marmalade - $5: Citrus
- Meyer Lemon Marmalade - $5: Meyer lemons
- Meyer Lemon Marmalade with Ginger - $5: Meyer lemons, ginger
- Orange Marmalade - $5: Oranges
- Pink Grapefruit Marmalade - $5: Pink grapefruit
- Nectarine Jam *Limited Edition* - $9: Nectarines Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Peach Rosemary Jam *Limited Edition* - $9: Peaches, rosemary Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Just Peachy Jam *Limited Edition* - $15: Peaches Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Quince Butter *Limited Edition* - $15: Quince Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC
- Passionfruit Jelly *Limited Edition* - $9: Passionfruit Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Pickles & Savory Pantry
Hand-crafted pickles and tomato products preserved with organic apple cider vinegar.
- Bombay Beets - $12: Beets, spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bread & Butter Pickles - $12: Cucumbers, sweet brine Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Bread & Butter Zucchini - $12: Zucchini, sweet brine Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian Available at: dinner, lunch
- Classic Dills - $12: Cucumbers, dill, vinegar Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Garden Bouquet - $12: Mixed seasonal vegetables Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickled Beets - $12: Beets, vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Spicy Carrots - $12: Carrots, chili Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, TLC, Alkaline, Renal, Slow-Carb Available at: dinner, lunch
- Curry Cauliflower *Limited Edition* - $15: Cauliflower, curry spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickled Jimmies *Limited Edition* - $15: Pickled peppers Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline Available at: dinner, lunch
- Pickled Brussel Sprouts *Limited Edition* - $15: Brussel sprouts Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free Available at: dinner, lunch
- Lemon Chutney *Limited Edition* - $9: Lemons, spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Lime Chutney *Limited Edition* - $9: Limes, spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Cranberry Sauce - $14: Cranberries
- Heirloom Tomato Salsa *mild* - $12: Heirloom tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Heirloom Tomato Salsa *spicy* - $12: Heirloom tomatoes, chili Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline
- Crushed Dry Farmed Tomatoes - $10: Dry farmed tomatoes
- Crushed Heirloom Tomatoes - $10: Heirloom tomatoes Available at: dinner, lunch
Beverages
Fruit-based shrubs, spritzers, and juices.
- Strawberry Ginger Shrub - $10: Strawberry juice, ginger, vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Strawberry Spritzer - $10: Strawberry juice, sparkling water Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Quince Vanilla Spritzer *Limited Edition* - $12: Quince, vanilla, sparkling water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Concord Grape Shrub *Limited Edition* - $12: Concord grape juice, vinegar Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Quince Shrub - $10: Quince juice, vinegar Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Heart-Healthy, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Low-Fat, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, DASH Sodium-Reduced, Low-Cholesterol, GERD-Friendly, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, TLC, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Just Peachy Shrub *Limited Edition* - $12: Peach juice, vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Pluot Shrub *Limited Edition* - $12: Pluot juice, vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Holiday Spiced Apple Shrub *Limited Edition* - $12: Apple juice, spices, vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Holiday Spiced Quince Shrub *Limited Edition* - $12: Quince juice, spices, vinegar Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Strawberry Ginger Spritzer - $10: Strawberry, ginger, sparkling water Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Dry Farmed Tomato Juice - $10: Dry farmed tomatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, South-Beach, Alkaline, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb
- Spicy Tomato Juice - $10: Tomatoes, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, South-Beach, Alkaline, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb
- Bloody Mary Mix - $10: Tomato juice, spices Dietary tags: High-Protein, Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Atkins, Juice-Cleanse, Slow-Carb
- 3-Day Juice Cleanse - $149: Assorted juices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Detox, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
Pantry Essentials
Raw honey, vinegars, and salts for your kitchen.
- Happy Girl Wildflower Honey *raw* - $5: Raw wildflower honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Happy Girl Sage Honey *raw* - $5: Raw sage honey Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Halal, Pescatarian, Paleo, Raw-Food, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
- Apple Cider Vinegar - $6: Organic apple cider vinegar
- Sonoma Sea Salt - $9: Sea salt Dietary tags: Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Anti-Inflammatory, Atkins, South-Beach, Low-Cholesterol, Carnivore, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
- Pickling Spice - $8: Mixed spices Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Alkaline, AIP, Macrobiotic, Lectin-Free
Frequently Asked Questions about Happy Girl Kitchen Co.
- What are the standout dishes based on the menu?
- Standout menu items include Strawberry Lavender Jam, Bombay Beets, Quince Jam, and various artisanal marmalades, alongside highly-rated expertly prepared seafood dishes.
- What type of cuisine does this restaurant specialize in?
- Happy Girl Kitchen Co. specializes in American cuisine, focusing on artisanal preserves, jams, marmalades, and pickled seasonal vegetables.
- Does this restaurant offer good ambiance?
- Reviewers describe the space as a warm, welcoming, and sun-drenched sanctuary that offers an inviting atmosphere for any occasion.
- Where is this restaurant located?
- The provided information does not specify a physical address or neighborhood for Happy Girl Kitchen Co. beyond its website.
- What makes this restaurant unique or special?
- This restaurant is unique for its artisanal preservation techniques, offering seasonal jams, marmalades, and expertly prepared seafood in a welcoming atmosphere.
- What is the restaurant's atmosphere and style?
- This budget-friendly American restaurant features a warm, sun-drenched sanctuary atmosphere that customers describe as inviting, welcoming, and nostalgic.
- Does this restaurant have good options for group dining with mixed dietary needs?
- The restaurant accommodates diverse diets with vegan, keto, and gluten-free options like Bombay Beets, Pickled Jimmies, and Curry Cauliflower.
- Does this restaurant have a website or online ordering?
- Happy Girl Kitchen Co. has a website at https://happygirlkitchen.com, though the provided data does not specify online ordering availability.
- What is the overall customer sentiment about this restaurant?
- Diners rave about the perfectly cooked seafood, friendly service, and welcoming atmosphere, awarding the restaurant an exceptional 5.0/5 rating.
- What do customers love most about this restaurant according to reviews?
- Customers rave about the tender, expertly prepared seafood, the warm and inviting atmosphere, friendly service, and reasonable pricing.
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