Garden Deli & Cafe in Half Moon Bay sits next to a sculpture garden and outdoor courtyard where you can eat, overlooking the city's oldest still standing Zaballa House, built in 1859 (now a B&B hotel.)

From a toasted cheddar & apple sandwich on sourdough at the Half Moon Bay Coffee Company to a hot, tasty chowder and slice of fresh berry pie at the Garden Deli, the dining in Half Moon Bay is casual and offers great options worth a road stop between Santa Cruz and San Francisco on Highway 1.

We previously reported about the friendly Cameron's British style pub along Highway 1. It's like a Cheers bar where everybody knows your name. Bangers and beer are staples here, but when you're looking for creative culinary choices focusing on locally sourced vegetables and produce, veer from the ocean a few city blocks to downtown Half Moon Bay's Main Street and check out some great restaurants that line the walkable downtown. After a meal, browse the markets and shops that include a glass art studio, boutiques and even a card & paper store with extensive gift card selections.

Here are a few dining options on Main:

Garden Deli & Cafe
356 Main St
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
(650) 726-3425

Half Moon Bay Bakery
514 Main St.
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
(650) 726-4841

Half Moon Bay Sports Bar & Grill
Stone Pine Center
40-K Stone Pine Rd.
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
(650) 726-6600

It's Italia
401 Main St.
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
(650) 726-4444

Pasta Moon
315 Main St.
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
(650) 726-5125

San Benito House
356 Main St.
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
(650) 726-3425

Nano's Yogurt Shack
523 Main St.
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
(650) 726-2182

Sushi Main Street Lounge
400 Main St.
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
(650) 726-2775

Chez Shea
408 Main St.
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
(650) 560-9234

Casey's Cafe
Zaballa Square
328 Main St., Ste 101
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
(650) 560-4880

Moonside Bakery & Cafe
La Piazza
604 Main St.
Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
(650) 726-9070