Nepenthe – American
Bathed in golden light, this serene escape offers a sensory journey where the aroma of roasted garlic and sizzling breakfast favorites drifts through an atmosphere of effortless coastal elegance. Guests find solace in indulgent plates of brioche French toast and velvety eggs Benedict, while artisanal cheese boards and smoked wild salmon provide a sophisticated counterpoint to the rustic charm of charred Brussels sprouts. It is a destination where every bite—from the crunch of maple-cashew granola to the richness of a perfectly folded burrito—transforms a simple meal into a timeless, sun-soaked ritual.
48510, Highway 1, Big Sur, CA, 93920-9549 +18316672345 http://www.nepenthebigsur.com0Cuisine: American
Price range: $$
Dietary options: high-protein, keto, low-carb, vegan, vegetarian, heart-healthy, low-sodium, paleo, pescatarian, plant-based, whole30, anti-inflammatory, atkins, gerd, south-beach, aip, alkaline, carnivore, renal, tlc, volumetrics, zone, juice-cleanse, lectin-free, macrobiotic, slow-carb
Currently closed
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
Breakfast
- The Cafe Kevah Benedict - $35: Two poached eggs on an English muffin with Dungeness crab, avocado, Hollandaise sauce and home-fried potatoes Dietary tags: Pescatarian Available at: breakfast, brunch
- Eggs Benedict - $24: Two poached eggs on an English muffin with Canadian bacon, Hollandaise sauce and home-fried potatoes Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Two Eggs Scrambled - $18: Two scrambled eggs with shaved Parmigiano Reggiano, hickory smoked bacon, home-fried potatoes and toast
- Breakfast Burrito - $19.5: Warm flour tortilla filled with scrambled eggs, bacon, cheddar cheese, potatoes, sour cream and salsa fresca Dietary tags: Low-Sodium
- Brioche French Toast - $18: Topped with berry compote and served with maple syrup Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Heart-Healthy, Low-Sodium, GERD-Friendly, TLC
- Maple Cashew Granola - $13: With fresh fruit and yogurt Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
Appetizers
- Smoked Wild Salmon - $29: Smoked Alaskan Sockeye salmon with herbed cream cheese, capers, slivered red onion and Rustic Bakery flatbread crisps Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- California Artisanal Cheese Plate - $31: Selection of California artisanal cheeses with quince jam, apple chutney, fresh seasonal fruit and Rustic Bakery flatbread crisps Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Laura Chenel Goat Cheese and Roasted Whole Garlic - $22.5: Olive oil and herb marinated goat cheese, slow roasted Gilroy garlic and Rustic Bakery flatbread crisps Available at: dinner, lunch
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts - $18.75: With crispy pancetta, toasted pine nuts and shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano, dressed with citrus vinaigrette Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Homemade Soup Cup - $9: Homemade soup of the day Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based Available at: breakfast, brunch, dinner, lunch
- Homemade Soup Bowl - $15.5: Homemade soup of the day Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Vegan, Vegetarian, Whole30, Pescatarian, Paleo, Plant-Based, Low-Sodium, Atkins, South-Beach, Carnivore, Zone, Volumetrics, Alkaline, AIP, Renal, Macrobiotic, Slow-Carb, Lectin-Free
Salads
- Caesar Salad - $23.75: With grilled chicken, shaved Parmigiano Reggiano, and anchovies Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
- Arugula Salad - $19.75: With orange supremes, Laura Chanel goat cheese, silvered red onions, dried cherries and sunflower seeds tossed in a citrus vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, South-Beach
- Cobb Salad - $25: With diced chicken, hard-boiled egg, sliced avocado, crumbled Danish blue cheese and bacon on a bed of spinach tossed in a sherry vinaigrette
- California Beet Salad - $25.75: Sliced beets on a bed of butter lettuce with Point Reyes blue cheese, orange supremes, pickled fennel and spicy candied walnuts, dressed with a citrus vinaigrette Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian
- Caprese Salad - $21.75: Mixed heirloom tomatoes, cucumber, red onion and buffalo mozzarella dressed with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic syrup
Main Courses
- The Famous Ambrosiaburger - $26: Ground steak sandwich served on a French roll with Famous Ambrosia Sauce
- Ribeye Steak - $71: 12 oz. Ribeye steak, topped with Chimichurri sauce, grape tomato and fresh herb salad and garlic mashed potatoes
- Nepenthe Steak - $70: 8 oz. Filet Mignon, served with Cabernet Demi-glace, walnut crusted Point Reyes blue cheese crouton, portabella mushroom and garlic mashed potatoes
- Diver Scallops - $67: Pan-seared with polenta cakes, sautéed asparagus and tomato shrimp sauce garnished with roasted tomatoes and micro herbs Dietary tags: Pescatarian
- Alaskan Halibut - $64: Pan-seared with red pepper risotto, broccolini and lemon caper butter
- Lolly's Roast Chicken Dinner - $45.75: Jidori half chicken served on a bed of sage stuffing with gravy and house-made cranberry sauce
Sandwiches
- Vegetarian Burger - $27: House-made grilled tofu-vegetable patty served on a wheat roll with lettuce, tomato and Famous Ambrosia Sauce Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Shrimp BLT - $34.75: Broiled wild Mexican shrimp with hickory smoked bacon, green leaf lettuce, tomato jam and basil aioli on a French roll Dietary tags: High-Protein
- French Dip - $31.5: Roasted prime top sirloin on a French baguette with Havarti served au jus Dietary tags: High-Protein, Anti-Inflammatory, GERD-Friendly, Volumetrics
- Black Forest Ham Sandwich - $21.5: With smoked Gouda, baby arugula and Dijon aioli on sourdough
- Reuben - $23.5: With thin-sliced pastrami, Swiss cheese, sauerkraut, and Russian dressing on marbled rye Dietary tags: Anti-Inflammatory
Sides
- Basket of French Fries - $15: Classic potato fries Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Hickory Smoked Bacon - $5.25: Three strips Dietary tags: Whole30, Paleo, AIP, Lectin-Free
- Home Fried Potatoes - $5.25: Seasoned fried potatoes Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
Desserts
- Deep Dish Apple Pie - $16.25: With Granny Smith apples and a crumb topping Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium, Zone, Volumetrics
- Triple Berry Pie - $16.25: Baked with Raspberries, Strawberries and Boysenberries and an oat-walnut topping Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Macrobiotic
- Four Layer Chocolate Fudge Cake - $15.75: Dark chocolate cake with a semi-sweet chocolate ganache Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Low-Sodium
Beverages
- South Coast Margarita - $20.5: Herradura Silver Tequila, Cointreau, Grand Marnier and fresh lime juice Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Juice-Cleanse, Lectin-Free
- Nepenthe Bloody Mary - $20.5: Hanson’s Habanero Vodka and signature house-made mix Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based
- Draft Beer - $13.5: Seasonal selection of California artisanal beers and ales
- Coffee - $7: Freshly brewed
Restaurants near Nepenthe
- The Sur House Restaurant — American
- Deetjen's Restaurant — American
- Big Sur Bakery — American
- Fernwood Grill — American
- Big Sur Roadhouse — American
- The Village — American
