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Big Sur River Inn Restaurant


3.5 of 5 stars 17 ratings  |  Write a review
  • 46840 Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
  • 831.667.2700

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3 of 5 stars
Vinovixen   116 contributions
Santa Rosa, California
Dec 20, 2009 New

I really like the bar area (and cozy lounge near the fireplace). We hung out here two nights in a row over Thanksgiving break. Unfortunately, the cute, personable, blonde bartender with the piggy tales has trouble balancing service and conversation with guests. There are about six seats the bar, and I had to wait for 20 minutes for her to... more

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4 of 5 stars
JSCB   7 contributions
Gilroy, CA
Oct 27, 2009

The service was very prompt, and the prices were reasonable. The food we ordered came out of the kitchen quickly, and just as we ordered it. It was very good. I must say that the sweet potato fries were some of the best I've ever had. more

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4 of 5 stars
NoVAdiver   9 contributions
Washington, D.C.
Sep 20, 2009

We stopped here for lunch on our visit to the Big Sur. The Big Sur River is more like a creek, but they do set up chairs, so you can sit in the middle of it--very refreshing! We only had sandwiches and burgers, but found both quite good. (try the cole slaw). Real iced tea is always appreciated. And the... more

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4 of 5 stars
InSearchofTastyFood   4 contributions
Washington, DC
Jul 10, 2009

The main attraction is the restaurant sits on the Big Sur River, offering a beautiful view. There are chairs set up in the river where you can sit and relax (you don't need to have eaten at the resturant to take advantage of this!). We had a large party of 25 people to eat there and they accomendated us wonderfully!... more

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4 of 5 stars
dllevas   1 contribution
bakersfield, ca
May 26, 2009

'twas part of our long-weekend coast road trip and we were not disappointed. the food was great, the location was ideal after a long drive the soft, cool running water from the river was too relaxing, my 4-yr old had fun, too! more

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3 of 5 stars
Sooba   15 contributions
Somerset, NJ
May 20, 2009

Good hearty food. Prices reasonable. Interesting History about the place, written on the menu, which adds to the charm of the place. Good roadside stop. more

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4 of 5 stars
drmstr   2 contributions
Southern California
Apr 29, 2009

We were pleasantly surprised by this cute place. We stayed at the Glen Oaks motel, and this was very close to us. We sat on the patio, which was cold, but well worth the cute view to the river. The service was excellent, and the food was good. Prices were alright, considering Big Sur prices. The $4.00 sprite was a... more

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4 of 5 stars
Cranky64   110 contributions
Florida
Apr 15, 2009

We stopped in here the night of a mudslide. The road south was blocked so I think they had extra business for that reason. Being that it was late we decided on an appetizer and 2 salads. The Calamari was so tender I was in heaven. I had the Ahi Tuna salad that was very nice, my wife the Classic... more

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2 of 5 stars
lar63   10 contributions
chicago,il
Mar 28, 2009

coffee was luke warm, the waitress was kind of MIA, my marinated chicken was flavorless, my wife's artichoke pasted has very little artichokes more

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4 of 5 stars
HilsEngland   10 contributions
Ipswich, United Kingdom
Mar 7, 2009

Great food - menu was extensive but not stupidly so. Got the sense that they sourced much of it locally. They certainly sourced much of the wine locally - and why not with such a 'doorstep' as the Californian wine belt! The choice of wines were good and the one we chose was organic from 'just up the road'. Fab.... more

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Big Sur River Inn Restaurant Address

46840 Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
Tel: 831.667.2700 Fax: 831.667.2743
* Restaurant price information is based on meal cost per person, excluding drinks, tax and tip.