The Cutest Little Lunch Spot by the Beach in Santa Barbara

On our three and a half hour drive from LA to Pismo Beach, we stopped halfway to eat lunch at the cutest little cafe that was RIGHT ON the beach.

The Shoreline Cafe came highly recommended by the Visit California team, and we’re so glad we took their suggestion. The entire place felt like a breath of fresh air, and we couldn’t believe we would be having lunch this close to the ocean. California really is a dreamy place, isn’t it?

The Visit CA team described The Shoreline Cafe as an “Eco-minded eatery serving Mexican & seafood dishes, with beachfront tables right in the sand.”

Nailed it!

Unfortunately, when we got there, the tables by the beach were filled up, so we ate under the tent on the patio, which actually turned out to be just fine. We had a great view of the ocean in the background and were kept warm from the heaters underneath the benches. It was a chilly, windy day!

And the food! I got a burger with the best fries, PJ got fish tacos (SO GOOD), and the kids got burgers and quesadillas and fish and chips (Riah’s favorite right now). Everything tasted fresh and delicious, and we all left feeling full and satisfied.

Directly next to the restaurant is the perfect picture spot. Highly recommend finishing your meal with a snap by the beach!!