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Flavor

10151 N Cabrillo Hwy, El Granada, CA 94018
650-726-8000
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Ranked #2 of 4 restaurants in El Granada
Price range: $30 - $30
Cuisines: Californian
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Dining style: Casual Dining
Cross street: Capistrano
Description: We believe that reasonably priced "American Comfort Food" is a rapidly disappearing culinary cuisine in the Bay Area. We decided that we would not let that vanish. Providing a fine balance of basic tasty foods and exquisite culinary delights where comfort and creativity collide, we proudly present El Granada with our latest venture- Flavor. What is California Comfort Food? Simply put, it is an attempt to take some of the classic and not so classic comfort dishes and have our wonderful chefs add some sort of twist to them. We will always try to provide the freshest ingredients and attempt to use local and organic ingredients when possible. Devin / Francisco
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22 reviews 22 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 16, 2013 NEW via mobile

The exterior looks so so but once inside its up in eye appeal. Food is comfort food, steaks, mac n cheese, chicken pot pie, outrageous desserts! Everything has a flair. The owner Francisco takes pride in his place and his food. A hands on owner with friendly attentive staff. A bit of harbor view. Plenty of parking. Opens at 4... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 15, 2013

The view is lovely---some bay views with HWY 1 traffic. But you're not going for the view! You're going for the rich, deep flavors that are integral to each dish prepared. I have a few favorites that I have a hard time choosing from...French Dip, Pot Pie, fried chicken...to name a few. Everything is locally grown, bought, fresh. The owners... More

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San Francisco
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35 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 19 cities Reviews in 19 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 8, 2013

It's really nice to find a 4-4.5 star place. While cruising down Highway 1 towards Half Moon Bay, I'd passed this place for well over a year and this weekend I got the chance when one of my friends was looking for a good steak. I am sorry now that I waited this long. First impressions: nice decor; classy and... More

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Melbourne, Australia
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14 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 1, 2013

Great food and service, the chowder is brilliant as was the seafood jumbalia our server was very efficient and friendly recommending a number of dishes which we tried. The sangria was also worth the money. This place is great value and we would certainly go there again if we where passing by. Highly recommended.

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Pacifica, CA
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22 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 33 cities Reviews in 33 cities
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed March 20, 2013

So I see "comfort food" and mac and cheese pops into my head - there it was, listed as an appetizer on the menu - yay! Still, I question our waiter and get him to describe or explain at least 1/2 the menu items, which were very tempting. But I went with my first instinct and got the m &... More

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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 16, 2013 via mobile

I had the chicken parm, it was wonderful. It came with a side of zucchini cooked to perfection. My husband had the chowder and he loved it. Rest of our party loved there entrees as well. Best food we had in the area! Great service to boot!

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San Jose, California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 4, 2013

The food was good, but overpriced. I had fish and chips for $20.00 which to me was too much to charge for average food and chips. It was different, in that was presented with potate chips, instead of french fries. I think the chips were made fresh by the restraurant, they were good, nothing outstanding. Truthfully I package of Lay's... More

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San Luis Obispo, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 21, 2013

Have been to Flavor for both lunch and dinner, and every time it has been excellent! There's a nice ambiance to this place, which offers a glimpse of the Bay during daylite hours. But it's the food that's amazing ... true American comfort food done with zest and style! I am simply crazy about their pot pies, having tried both... More

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Half Moon Bay, California
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Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed January 11, 2013 via mobile

Some of the best food on the coast. Awesome taste profiles and inspired staff and leadership equals unparalleled food and service. These guys are rock stars. Unpretentious and constantly innovating. If I could have given six stars, I would have. Also, excellent for takeout as well as dining in. So, if your comfort food involves a couch at home with... More

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Half Moon Bay, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed December 9, 2012

This is a gem just off HIghway 1 in El Granada. The food is very good value and the service is excellent.

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