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Sierra Mar - Post Ranch Inn

Name: Sierra Mar - Post Ranch Inn
Address: 47900 State Highway 1, Big Sur, CA, United States, 93920
Telephone: (831) 667-2200
Price range: $50 and over
Rating: 4.7

4.7 (1293)

$50 and over

Organic

47900 State Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920

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2 people

Jul 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

About this restaurant

Great for scenic views
Romantic
Good for special occasions

Offering spectacular, picturesque views of the Pacific Ocean, Sierra Mar restaurant at Post Ranch Inn is a farm-driven restaurant that celebrates the coastal bounty of Big Sur and our neighboring communities. Our dishes are centered around the dialogue of balance: on the plate, between sea and land, with sustainability always in mind. Selections from our Wine Spectator Grand Award-winning wine list enhance the inspired cuisine.

We have a family-style lunch experience for $85 per person. Our dinner experience is priced at $185 per person. Lunch and Dinner is available to the general public, however space is limited and reservations in advance are required.

Non-hotel guests will be welcomed at the gate house no more than 30 minutes prior to their reservation.

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Organic, Californian, Farm-to-table
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Phone number
(831) 667-2200
Website
http://postranchinn.com/dining
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Executive chef
Hoon Kang
Private party facilities
With advance reservations, we allow for up to 16 guests for lunch and 12 guests for dinner.

Location
47900 State Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920
Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Neighborhood
Big Sur
Cross street
Highway 1
Parking details
We offer Valet as well as a private lot for parking.
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Chefs Garden Harvest
toasted naan crisps. hummus. zaalouk. market greens. tiny vegetables. market giardiniera.
Tabouli Salad
buttercake lettuce. bulgar wheat. pickled peppers. tomatoes. cucumber. feta. za’atar vinaigrette.
Barigoule Soup
castroville artichokes. thumbelina carrots.
Choose your Main Course, accompanied by the Chefs' Garden daily harvest
fisherman's daily catch, niman ranch bavette steak, fogline farms chicken, roasted lion's mane mushroom, or post ranch smash burger

Dessert

Coconut Panna Cotta
market citrus. mochi. cookie crumble.

Supplements

Tsar Nicoulai Private Batch Reserve Caviar$220.00
Produced in limited quantity, these tawny brown to platinum beads have a nutty and light flavor
Tsar Nicoulai Golden Osetra Caviar$265.00
Osetra is noted for its bright amber gold color, medium grain size, and a clean, rich and nutty finish
Chilled Oysters
champagne mignonette. cocktail sauce. lemon.
Baked Pt. Reyes Quinta Cheese$45.00
candied walnuts. fruit. ad astra seeded bread.
Shrimp Cocktail$36.00
cocktail sauce. garden lemons.

What 1,293 people are saying

Sierra Mar - Post Ranch Inn reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7

4.7 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.7Service
4.8Ambience
4.1Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

California Central Coast
Romantic

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Sierra Mar at Post Ranch Inn offers a stunning dining experience with "breathtaking views" and "impeccable service." Guests praise the "phenomenal farm-driven food" and "creative" menu, while the "ambiance is upscale without being too pretentious." Despite mixed reviews on food consistency, the setting alone is "a must-do for dinner and sunset."

1,293 Reviews

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Justin
Hawaii1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Absolutely incredible! Food and experience were awesome!!
Sierra Mar - Post Ranch InnResponded 1 day ago
Dear Justin, Your endorsement means the world to us, and we thank you for taking the time to pass along your review. It was a pleasure to escort you through your Sierra Mar culinary journey and we hope the exceptional experience soon leads to you visiting again. In the spirit of hospitality, Reylon Agustin Director of Culinary Sierra Mar
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VJ
Dallas - Fort Worth1 review
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 4
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Beautiful sunset Great place to dine Need to prebook Wish Alacarte menu was available
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Sheri
San Francisco Bay Area4 reviews
5.0
Dined 7 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As always, everything was beyond perfection! I can't think of one thing that needs improvement or was off. Simply put, it's a 5-star location with 5-star food and 5-star service!
Sierra Mar - Post Ranch InnResponded 1 day ago
Dear Sheri, We thank you for visiting again and we appreciate you taking the time to share your review which in turn lets others know what they can expect when joining us for a cliffside culinary retreat. Your accolades of our team will be shared and celebrated, from our talented colleagues in the kitchen to those who provide the refined yet approachable service. Endless smiles will be the result, and we thank you again for shining a light on your Sierra Mar experience. In the spirit of hospitality, Reylon Agustin Director of Culinary Sierra Mar
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Cinda VIP
San Francisco Bay Area19 reviews
4.0
Dined on June 25, 2025
1. Overall 4
2. Food 2
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our party of 4 came for lunch. There is no denying the beauty of this place, and the service was great. The 4 of us were not wowed by the food. Three of us ordered steak, and it arrived barely warm. The other person ordered the burger, and she said it was dry. The food was beautifully presented, but lacking--especially for the price.
Sierra Mar - Post Ranch InnResponded 4 days ago
Dear Cinda, It is our goal that our culinary experiences mirror the breathtaking views featured from our floor to ceiling windows and while we thank you for sharing your review and your high marks, we are sorry to learn that your dishes fell short of perfection. We appreciate you bringing this to our attention and we hope the team was able to resolve your concerns, perhaps with an alternate dish. Providing you with the perfect experience will remain our goal when we next welcome you back and we invite you to join us again in the months and years ahead. In the spirit of hospitality, Reylon Agustin Director of Culinary Sierra Mar
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Julie
New Orleans / Louisiana3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 22, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
It was a wonderful experience. The meal was fresh and delicious. Service was top notch. View was spectacular. An overall fabulous experience.
Sierra Mar - Post Ranch InnResponded on June 24, 2025
Dear Julie, The experience you’ve described is what we strive to provide for each of our guests, and we are thrilled to know that your Sierra Mar dining experience was so wonderfully enjoyed. Your accolades will be shared with our talented culinary team, and we can assure you that endless smiles will be the result. Sunset dinners overlooking the mighty Pacific should be enjoyed often and we hope we’ll soon be welcoming you again. Until then. In the spirit of hospitality, Reylon Agustin Director of Culinary Sierra Mar
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Michael &
Hawaii3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 21, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Sierra Mar never disappoints! Phenomenal farm-driven food and customer service. So worth any special occasion to splurge!
Sierra Mar - Post Ranch InnResponded on June 24, 2025
Dear Michael, We are thrilled to read that we continue to impress, and we thank you for spreading the word about your recent Sierra Mar experience. Whether it be a special occasion or not, the pleasure is always ours and we look forward to you visiting again, hopefully, one day soon. In the spirit of hospitality, Reylon Agustin Director of Culinary Sierra Mar
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Chris
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Simply an amazing view and atmosphere! The food was very good and tasted very fresh. Overall a wonderful experience. Highly recommended.
Sierra Mar - Post Ranch InnResponded on June 24, 2025
Dear Chris, Our culinary colleagues extend their gratitude for the thoughtful feedback regarding the fresh farm-to-table dishes enjoyed by your table, and we thank you for taking a moment to share your inspiring review. Your recommendation truly means the world to us, and we hope you’ll soon be back enjoying more seasonal dishes and our endless panoramic views. Until next time. In the spirit of hospitality, Reylon Agustin Director of Culinary Sierra Mar
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Mel
San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 19, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
As other times we have celebrated special occasions here, world class in every way! Just the ambiance alone Makes the whole trip worthwhile!! Once on a lifetime treat!!
Sierra Mar - Post Ranch InnResponded on June 24, 2025
Dear Mel, We thank you for allowing us to play a small role in the special occasions for you and yours and we are humbled to know that each visit is even more spectacular than the last. We appreciate you spreading the word in the form of your review and we invite you to join us again in the months and years ahead. In the spirit of hospitality, Reylon Agustin Director of Culinary Sierra Mar
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Leslie VIP
San Francisco Bay Area24 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 17, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Our lunch was absolutely stellar at Sierra Mar. The caviar service is perfection and the garden to table food is fantastic! If you find yourself in Big Sur, be sure to book a meal. Absolutely Michelin worthy.
Sierra Mar - Post Ranch InnResponded on June 24, 2025
Dear Leslie, We appreciate your endorsement, and we thank you for letting others know about your recent Sierra Mar experience. As your comments note, many of our ingredients are grown in our on-property Chef’s Garden, while other products are sourced with local growers, fishermen, and other purveyors. Our success is their success and we’ll be sure to celebrate your kind words with them as well. We thank you again for the glowing review and we invite you to join us again just as soon as you can. In the spirit of hospitality, Reylon Agustin Director of Culinary Sierra Mar
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Emma
Phoenix / Arizona1 review
5.0
Dined on June 16, 2025
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Was such a great experience! Such friendly service and amazing food. Wine was amazing and the daily catch fish was great!
Sierra Mar - Post Ranch InnResponded on June 18, 2025
Dear Emma, This is just what we hope to hear from our guests, and we are thrilled to know that your Sierra Mar experience was so wonderfully enjoyed. We will share your comments with everyone involved in curating your perfect experience and we hope ours is a restaurant you’ll have the chance to visit time and again for many years to come. Until next time. In the spirit of hospitality, Reylon Agustin Director of Culinary Sierra Mar
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Sierra Mar - Post Ranch Inn is rated 4.7 stars by 1293 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

Jul 3, 2025

7:00 PM

Booked 35 times today

Google Map for Sierra Mar - Post Ranch Inn

47900 State Highway 1, Big Sur, CA 93920

Additional information

Award-winning
1. MICHELIN Plate 2022
Cross street
Highway 1
Neighborhood
Big Sur
Hours of operation
Lunch Daily 12:00 pm–3:00 pm Dinner Daily 5:30 pm–9:00 pm
Price
$50 and over
Cuisines
Organic, Californian, Farm-to-table
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
We offer Valet as well as a private lot for parking.
Payment options
AMEX, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Hoon Kang
Additional
Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Vegan, View, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://postranchinn.com/dining
Phone number
(831) 667-2200
Private party facilities
With advance reservations, we allow for up to 16 guests for lunch and 12 guests for dinner.

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Menu

Lunch Prix-Fixe $85

Chefs Garden Harvest

Tabouli Salad

Barigoule Soup

Choose your Main Course, accompanied by the Chefs' Garden daily harvest

Dessert

Coconut Panna Cotta

Supplements

Tsar Nicoulai Private Batch Reserve Caviar$220.00

Tsar Nicoulai Golden Osetra Caviar$265.00

Chilled Oysters

Baked Pt. Reyes Quinta Cheese$45.00

Shrimp Cocktail$36.00

What 1,293 people are saying

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