Dad's Luncheonette
Dad's Luncheonette serves sandwiches in Half Moon Bay, including hamburger and maitake mushroom options, with local sourcing and beer.
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- Address
- 225 Cabrillo Highway South at, Kelly Ave, Half Moon Bay, CA 94019
- Phone
- (650) 560-9832
- Website
- dadsluncheonette.com
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Hamburger sandwich and maitake mushroom sandwich
Hamburger sandwich and maitake mushroom sandwich define the order here, with sandwiches as the primary cuisine. Local sourcing gives the format a tighter focus for lunch plans.
225 Cabrillo Highway South counter lunch
225 Cabrillo Highway South at Kelly Ave anchors plans in Half Moon Bay, and the counter-service, quick-bite format fits lunch. Conversational noise and casual dress keep the visit low-friction.
Sandwich counter recognition
Dad's Luncheonette carried Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America recognition from Recommended in 2023 to ranked #115 in 2024, #135 in 2025, and Highly Recommended in 2026.
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Recognition history
Dated appearances from independent guides and award organizations, with the underlying list record or original source where available.
Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Highly Recommended
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Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Ranked #135
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Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America Ranked #115
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Opinionated About Dining Cheap Eats in North America in Recommended
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At a Glance
- Cozy
- Rustic
- Low Profile Address
- Casual Hangout
- Open Kitchen
- Beer Program
- Local Sourcing
Current opening hours
- Monday
- Closed
- Tuesday
- Closed
- Wednesday
- Closed
- Thursday
- 11:15 AM–4 PM
- Friday
- 11:15 AM–4 PM
- Saturday
- 11:15 AM–4 PM
- Sunday
- 11:15 AM–4 PM
Hours can change for holidays and private events. Last verified .
Casual, rustic counter seating in a compact train car-like space with friendly, high-energy service and fresh, homemade food aromas.