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The Sur House, Big Sur, CA

The Sur House

4.5
4.5
459 Reviews
$50 and over
Californian

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2 people
7:30 pm
Booked 8 times today
  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Great for scenic views
  • Charming
The Sur House, at Ventana Big Sur, serves cuisine in an awe-inspiring setting. The restaurant’s warm, rustic interior opens onto its legendary terrace where panoramic views of the ocean and rugged Big Sur coastline stretch for more than 50 miles. The cuisine makes use of the abundance of California’s Central Coast with local, simple, sustainable ingredients, including items from Ventana’s own organic garden.

Non-Resort Guests will enjoy a pre-fixed, 3-course menu for $110/per person. A la carte menu not available at this location for dinner service.
A 22% Service charge will be added to all checks.


Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Organic, Farm-to-table
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (831) 667-4242
  • Website
    https://www.ventanabigsur.com/dining/the-sur-house
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Alan Kwan
  • Private party facilities
    Ventana features more than 12,000 square feet for meetings, including stunning outdoor spaces overlooking the rugged Pacific Coast and surrounded by towering redwoods. We also offer custom catering to keep everyone nourished and engaged. Please contact us for more information!
  • Location
    48123 California One, Big Sur, CA 93920
  • Area
    Big Sur
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 459 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5
4.5 based on recent ratings
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4Value

Noise • Moderate

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Sur House offers "spectacular views" of the Pacific Ocean, making it a "stunning place" for a relaxing meal. Guests praise the attentive service, although it can be inconsistent. The food is generally good, with standout dishes like shrimp tacos and inventive fish specials. It's a bit pricey, but worth it for the special experience.

459 Reviews

  1. Suzanne

    St. Louis

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I cannot say enough good things about The Sur House! You will not find a more gorgeous view, amazing food, and the most wonderful staff! We say the same thing every time we visit, and it’s what keeps us coming back! It’s the most special place in Big Sur!

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  2. chi

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 18 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was amazing. The market fish was delicious alongside a roasted vegetable salad. The scenery of Big Sur was a gorgeous coastal beauty. And the waitstaff was superb.

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  3. chi

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 15 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Overall nice ambience except for fire alarm. Food was good and service was very nice.

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  4. Krysta

    Chicago

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on 10 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a wonderful time at the Sur House. It's incredibly beautiful and the service was awesome. Food and portions were great.

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  5. Margaret

    Seattle

    15 reviews

    5.0

    15 reviews

    Dined on 2 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a gorgeous location with beautiful views and very nice staff. We love it.

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  6. Mariano

    Los Angeles

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 1 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful setting perched atop Big Sur with breath-ktaking views of the coast and ocean.

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  7. David

    Los Angeles

    186 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    186 reviews

    Dined on 29 October 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is an experience not to be missed. The setting, an unobstructed view overlooking the Pavific Ocean in the distance, truly cannot be beat. The food is good, the service excellent. Good wines and cocktails

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  8. Mike

    San Francisco

    64 reviews

    5.0

    64 reviews

    Dined on 27 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What a wonderful hidden gem. Fantastic food and what amazing views of the ocean, coast and mountains. An incredibly relaxing environment to enjoy a great meal.

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  9. Marek

    Minneapolis

    8 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 21 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food was great, the view is one of a kind of the Pacific Ocean.

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  10. Julie

    Los Angeles

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on 19 October 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service with a beautiful view and delicious food!

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FAQs

The Sur House is rated 4.5 stars by 459 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

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2 people
7:30 pm
Booked 8 times today
Google Map for The Sur House

48123 California One, Big Sur, CA 93920

Additional information

  • Area
    Big Sur
  • Hours of Operation
    Breakfast Daily 7:00 am–11:00 am Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Californian, Organic, Farm-to-table
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Alan Kwan
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Dog Friendly, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Outdoor Firepit, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Vegan, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    https://www.ventanabigsur.com/dining/the-sur-house
  • Phone number
    (831) 667-4242
  • Private party facilities
    Ventana features more than 12,000 square feet for meetings, including stunning outdoor spaces overlooking the rugged Pacific Coast and surrounded by towering redwoods. We also offer custom catering to keep everyone nourished and engaged. Please contact us for more information!

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