Perched on the edge of the continent, high above the Pacific, watched over by the majestic Santa Lucia Mountains sits Nepenthe Restaurant. This Mecca of poets, artists, travelers and vagabonds has served guests for fifty years, opening for business on April 24, 1949.

Sitting on the terrace, enjoying a glass of wine, an Ambrosia Burger, or one of our exceptional homemade desserts is a quintessential California experience. The first time visitor to the Central Coast will not want to miss it. Once you have visited, you are destined to return.

Based on the vision of founders Lolly and Bill Fassett, the family has maintained a commitment to exceptional caring service in a relaxed atmosphere. Lolly added the Phoenix Shop in 1964 to share the wares and treasures she loved with the world, and in 1992, the Café Kevah opened. All three businesses are still operated by their children and grandchildren. The traditions of family hospitality are a hallmark of the business.

Visit Nepenthe for yourself and discover why countless guests have dined with us over the years.

List of Products and Services

Nepenthe serves lunch and dinner. Our adjacent outdoor cafe, The Cafe Kevah, serves breakfast and lunch. The Phoenix Shop, located next to our main parking lot offers a wide variety of gifts, clothing, books and furnishings, "Adornments for the body, mind, home, and spirit".

Restaurant

Perched on the edge of the continent, high above the Pacific, watched over by the majestic Santa Lucia Mountains sits Nepenthe Restaurant. This Mecca of poets, artists, travelers and vagabonds has served guests for fifty years, opening for business on April 24, 1949. Sitting on the terrace, enjoying a glass of wine, an Ambrosia Burger, or one of our exceptional homemade desserts is a quintessential California experience. The first time visitor to the Central Coast will not want to miss it. Once you have visited, you are destined to return.

Cafe Kevah

Bound to the east by the Santa Lucia Mountains and to the West by the Pacific Ocean, the Cafe enjoys an unparalleled view - 40 miles of coastline on a clear day. Terraced gardens. Bouganvillea, honeysuckle, and jasmine. Redtail hawks hover overhead. Forests of redwood and oak lie thick below. Watch out for the blue feathered stellar jays who will not hesitate to steal your cinnamon roll! The Cafe's menu focuses on the freshest ingredients carefully prepared, gourmet coffees, and home made baked goods. The open-air patio and counter service create a casual atmosphere where you can relax, take your time, and watch the whales go by. If you forgot to bring a good book, the Phoenix Shop is just a few feet away with an awesome book store and card selection. The cafe takes its name from founder Bill Fassett's mother, a one-time suffragette, numerologist, and astrologer to the stars.