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, gluten-free, dairy-free, nut-free, vegetarian, vegan, diabetic, pescatarian, sugar-free, plant-based, atkins, low-cholesterol, high-fiber, low-fodmap, carnivore, candida, lectin-free
Currently open
Hours
- Monday - Sunday
- 8:00 AM - 8:00 PM
Menu
- The Cafe Kevah Benedict - $35: Two poached eggs on an English muffin with Dungeness crab, avocado, Hollandaise sauce and home-fried potatoes Dietary tags: High-Protein, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Sugar-Free
- Eggs Benedict - $24: Two poached eggs on an English muffin with Canadian bacon, Hollandaise sauce and home-fried potatoes Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Two Eggs Scrambled - $18: Two scrambled eggs with shaved Parmigiano Reggiano, hickory smoked bacon, home-fried potatoes and toast Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, High-Fiber
- Breakfast Burrito - $19.5: Warm flour tortilla filled with scrambled eggs, bacon, cheddar cheese, potatoes, sour cream and salsa fresca Dietary tags: Vegetarian, Nut-Free, Pescatarian
- Brioche French Toast - $18: Topped with berry compote and served with maple syrup
- Maple Cashew Granola - $13: With fresh fruit and yogurt
- Smoked Wild Salmon - $29: Smoked Alaskan Sockeye salmon with herbed cream cheese, capers, slivered red onion and Rustic Bakery flatbread crisps
- California Artisanal Cheese Plate - $31: Selection of California artisanal cheeses with quince jam, apple chutney, fresh seasonal fruit and Rustic Bakery flatbread crisps
- 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 Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol, Low-Fodmap
- Roasted Brussels Sprouts - $18.75: With crispy pancetta, toasted pine nuts and shaved Parmigiano-Reggiano, dressed with citrus vinaigrette Dietary tags: High-Protein, Keto, Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Diabetic, Atkins, Low-Fodmap, Carnivore, Candida, Lectin-Free
- Homemade Soup Cup - $9: Homemade soup of the day Dietary tags: Vegan, Vegetarian, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free, Nut-Free, Pescatarian, Plant-Based, Sugar-Free, Low-Cholesterol
- Homemade Soup Bowl - $15.5: Homemade soup of the day
- Caesar Salad - $23.75: With grilled chicken, shaved Parmigiano Reggiano, and anchovies
- Arugula Salad - $19.75: With orange supremes, Laura Chanel goat cheese, silvered red onions, dried cherries and sunflower seeds tossed in a citrus vinaigrette
- 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
- Caprese Salad - $21.75: Mixed heirloom tomatoes, cucumber, red onion and buffalo mozzarella dressed with extra virgin olive oil and balsamic syrup
- 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
- 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
- Vegetarian Burger - $27: House-made grilled tofu-vegetable patty served on a wheat roll with lettuce, tomato and Famous Ambrosia Sauce
- Shrimp BLT - $34.75: Broiled wild Mexican shrimp with hickory smoked bacon, green leaf lettuce, tomato jam and basil aioli on a French roll
- French Dip - $31.5: Roasted prime top sirloin on a French baguette with Havarti served au jus
- 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
- Basket of French Fries - $15: Classic potato fries
- Hickory Smoked Bacon - $5.25: Three strips
- Home Fried Potatoes - $5.25: Seasoned fried potatoes
- Deep Dish Apple Pie - $16.25: With Granny Smith apples and a crumb topping
- Triple Berry Pie - $16.25: Baked with Raspberries, Strawberries and Boysenberries and an oat-walnut topping
- Four Layer Chocolate Fudge Cake - $15.75: Dark chocolate cake with a semi-sweet chocolate ganache
- South Coast Margarita - $20.5: Herradura Silver Tequila, Cointreau, Grand Marnier and fresh lime juice
- Nepenthe Bloody Mary - $20.5: Hanson’s Habanero Vodka and signature house-made mix
- Draft Beer - $13.5: Seasonal selection of California artisanal beers and ales
- Coffee - $7: Freshly brewed