Dad's Luncheonette

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225 Cabrillo Hwy S
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
Dad’s Luncheonette is a historic train caboose on scenic Highway 1 in Half Moon Bay, serving American roadside classics with a California focus, showcasing the best of coastal farms in the area.

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Allie G.
8/12/2025

So glad I finally got to try Dad's Luncheonette! This iconic train caboose on highway 1 is hard to miss, but often sells out of its popular items early in the day. We got lucky though, and most...

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Brenda K.
8/9/2025

This place is clearly popular--the line can get pretty long, so be prepared to wait during peak hours. The mac and cheese was decent, though I wish it were a bit cheesier and more flavorful....

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Victoria Z.
7/19/2025

Such a cool gem! We stopped by on the drive to Half Moon Bay and ordered the regular hamburger and a mushroom burger - both were delicious. The homemade chips were super unique, it had a umami...

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Michelle B.
11/7/2025

I got their mushroom sandwich and salad on my first visit here. Both were great! Mushroom sandwich had so many great textures and flavor. Wasn't sure if I would like a non-meat sandwich but the...

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Amanda H.
10/4/2025

Wow! This place is crowded. Sandwich is bomb as usual, but I'm not quite sure I'll line up for it again on a weekend. Took about an hour! I think there was some farmers market in the back of the...

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