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Elsewhere, CA
Scout Coffee Co. is one of Elsewhere, CA.

1. Scout Coffee Co.

9.2
1130 Garden St, San Luis Obispo, CA
Coffee Shop · 58 tips and reviews

Colin A.Colin Adams: By far the best coffee in town. The only shop with true passion for how the coffee is crafted. But it also has incredible service and a great atmosphere.

Crystal Fish is one of Elsewhere, CA.

2. Crystal Fish

8.3
514 Lighthouse Ave, Monterey, CA
Sushi Restaurant · New Monterey · 56 tips and reviews

KimberlynKimberlyn: Mussels shooter and Flash Grilled Albacore are serious goodness.

Downtown Cambria is one of Elsewhere, CA.

3. Downtown Cambria

7.7
2336 Main St, Cambria, CA
Miscellaneous Store · 2 tips and reviews

PlayapatPlayapat: Quaint little town on the central coast just a few miles from Hearst Castle. Plenty of great boutique shops downtown, beautiful Moonstone Beach, and fantastic restaurants.

Hearst Castle is one of Elsewhere, CA.

4. Hearst Castle

8.7
750 Hearst Castle Rd, San Simeon, CA
Castle · 124 tips and reviews

Smithsonian ChannelSmithsonian Channel: Built by William Randolph Hearst in 1919, this sprawling estate served as the inspiration for Xanadu in “Citizen Kane” and covers an area nearly half the size of Rhode Island. (From Aerial America) Read more.

Monterey Bay Aquarium is one of Elsewhere, CA.

5. Monterey Bay Aquarium

9.3
886 Cannery Row (at David Ave.), Monterey, CA
Aquarium · Cannery Row · 420 tips and reviews

SeeMontereySeeMonterey: Be sure to check out their newest exhibit the "Open Sea" which features sharks, jellies and puffins!

Ace Hotel Downtown Los Angeles is one of Elsewhere, CA.

6. Ace Hotel Downtown Los Angeles

8.7
929 S Broadway (at 9th St), Los Angeles, CA
Hotel · South Park · 88 tips and reviews

CurbedCurbed: Boasting sweet views of Downtown, the rooftop bar at the Ace Hotel comes with a better than average set of cocktails. The crowd seems to be one that's usually more than eager to party and mingle. Read more.

Big Sur River Inn & Restaurant is one of Elsewhere, CA.

7. Big Sur River Inn & Restaurant

7.6
46840 Highway 1 (Highway 1 at Phenger Creek), Big Sur, CA
Hotel · 40 tips and reviews

Jan B.Jan Borren: Get your cocktails at the bar and drink them down into the river.

Madonna Inn is one of Elsewhere, CA.

8. Madonna Inn

8.5
100 Madonna Rd (101 Freeway), San Luis Obispo, CA
Inn · 93 tips and reviews

Bethan J.Bethan Jensen: Like a Disneyland for adults, don't let all the pink fool you - my husband loves it here too. Stay mid-week to avoid the crowds! :)

El Capitan Canyon is one of Elsewhere, CA.

9. El Capitan Canyon

8.4
11560 Calle Real (at Hwy. 101, Exit 117), Goleta, CA
Campground · 16 tips and reviews

California Travel Tips - V.California Travel Tips - Veronica Hill: Bike rentals are free!

Cole's is one of Elsewhere, CA.

10. Cole's

8.8
118 E 6th St (at Main St), Los Angeles, CA
American Restaurant · Fashion District · 194 tips and reviews

StickyDramaStickyDrama: A 100-year-old hidden treasure in the "Historic Core" of downtown LA. The french dip sandwiches are delish (I recommend the pastrami and chedder). And the decor is like a brothel from the Wild West. Read more.

Wurstküche is one of Elsewhere, CA.

11. Wurstküche

9.2
800 E 3rd St (at Traction Ave), Los Angeles, CA
German Restaurant · Arts District · 372 tips and reviews

Bon Appetit MagazineBon Appetit Magazine: Here you'll find some 20 Belgian, German, & domestic beers on tap & the same number of inventive sausages. Round out your order w/ a Filipino Maharlika-it's sweet & savory w/ a snappy natural casing. Read more.

Nickel Diner is one of Elsewhere, CA.

12. Nickel Diner

524 S Main St (btwn 5th & 6th St), Los Angeles, CA
Diner · Central City East · 180 tips and reviews

Los Angeles TimesLos Angeles Times: Nickel Diner bakes its own bread, prepares elaborate cakes and maple-bacon doughnuts and makes delicious fried catfish with corn cakes. Don’t miss the Lowrider Burger. Read more.

Handsome Coffee Roasters is one of Elsewhere, CA.

13. Handsome Coffee Roasters

582 Mateo St (at Willow St.), Los Angeles, CA
Coffee Shop · Arts District · 57 tips and reviews

Buzz A.Buzz Andersen: The new hotness of the LA coffee scene.

Verve Coffee Roasters is one of Elsewhere, CA.

14. Verve Coffee Roasters

9.0
816 41st Ave, Santa Cruz, CA
Coffee Shop · 55 tips and reviews

Ben L.Ben Lemery: Award winning baristas, coffee roasted next door and a great atmosphere inside or out to read or hang with your friends. This is a must go if you are in the area.

Big Sur Bakery is one of Elsewhere, CA.

15. Big Sur Bakery

8.3
47540 CA-1, Big Sur, CA
Bakery · 69 tips and reviews

Kyle M.Kyle Meyer: Sit outside at the foot of the mountains and enjoy one of the best brunches near the Bay Area.

Big Sur Taphouse is one of Elsewhere, CA.

16. Big Sur Taphouse

8.6
Hwy 1, Big Sur, CA
Pub · 23 tips and reviews

Amy L.Amy L: The charcuterie was amazing. And the pork sliders- those are not to be missed! Good beer. Good people. Love this place.

McWay Falls is one of Elsewhere, CA.

17. McWay Falls

8.7
Cabrillo Hwy, Big Sur, CA
Waterfall · 23 tips and reviews

KylieKylie: A quick, nice stop on the way to other places. Park on the side of the road (many other cars will have done the same) to avoid the unnecessary park fee.

Bottega Louie is one of Elsewhere, CA.

18. Bottega Louie

9.0
700 S Grand Ave (at 7th St), Los Angeles, CA
Italian Restaurant · Financial District · 782 tips and reviews

LA WeeklyLA Weekly: From cocktails to comforting salads, grilled chops, American sides & heaven-sent chocolate soufflé there's no getting through the entire menu. Free corkage for 1st bottle. Breakfast, lunch and dinner

Deetjen's Big Sur Inn is one of Elsewhere, CA.

19. Deetjen's Big Sur Inn

8.1
48865 Highway 1, Big Sur, CA
Hotel · 19 tips and reviews
Goshi Japanese Restaurant is one of Elsewhere, CA.

20. Goshi Japanese Restaurant

8.7
570 Higuera St #20 (at Nipomo St), San Luis Obispo, CA
Sushi Restaurant · 36 tips and reviews

Nhi T.Nhi To: Either come at 5 or at 8:30 pm. Anything in between there will be a 30 minute wait especially on Friday and Saturday night.

Alma is one of Elsewhere, CA.

21. Alma

952 S Broadway, Los Angeles, CA
New American Restaurant · Fashion District · 31 tips and reviews
The Varnish is one of Elsewhere, CA.

22. The Varnish

8.7
118 E 6th St (at Main St), Los Angeles, CA
Speakeasy · Fashion District · 124 tips and reviews
Pfeiffer Beach is one of Elsewhere, CA.

23. Pfeiffer Beach

9.0
Sycamore Canyon Road Big Sur (at Highway 1), Big Sur, CA
Beach · 32 tips and reviews
Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park is one of Elsewhere, CA.

24. Pfeiffer Big Sur State Park

9.2
47225 Pfeiffer Big Sur (at Cabrillo Hwy), Big Sur, CA
State or Provincial Park · 28 tips and reviews
Roscoe's House of Chicken and Waffles is one of Elsewhere, CA.

25. Roscoe's House of Chicken and Waffles

8.8
1514 N Gower St (at Sunset Blvd), Los Angeles, CA
Southern Food Restaurant · 236 tips and reviews
Pulgas Water Temple is one of Elsewhere, CA.

26. Pulgas Water Temple

8.8
80 Cañada Rd, Redwood City, CA
Monument · 10 tips and reviews
Verve Coffee Roasters is one of Elsewhere, CA.

27. Verve Coffee Roasters

9.1
1540 Pacific Ave (at Front St), Santa Cruz, CA
Coffee Shop · Downtown Santa Cruz · 127 tips and reviews