“You’re going to want to ease into the day with a hearty, hippie breakfast—and this is the spot. With locations in both Cambria and Cayucos, the beyond charming and good-hearted Hidden Kitchen cooks up satisfying savory and sweet gluten-free blue corn waffles, tacos topped with Niman Ranch bacon ends, turmeric smoothies, and more.”

— Sunset Magazine, July 29, 2021

"One of the specialties at Hidden Kitchen in Cayucos, California, is the blue corn waffles. They're served up in nine savory and sweet ways. The owners wouldn't part with the recipe, but this homage to the rancheros-like "Cayucos Cowboy" is pretty tasty..”

Recipe for Eating Well Magazine's version of our Blue Corn Waffle

— Eating Well Magazine - June 2021

“Cambria is a small town—pop. roughly 6,000—but its reliance on tourism means charming forays are easy to find. For lunch, go to Hidden Kitchen (quite literally tucked away down a dirt road). The cafe specializes in gluten-free blue corn waffles, which can be ordered sweet or savory, and a variety of vegan smoothies.”

— Vogue Magazine - November 10, 2020

“The Hidden Kitchen, located a block from the beach is a brunch restaurant known for its housemade blue corn masa waffles and tacos. Serving both savory and sweet dishes in a pleasant outdoor patio with a respected, honest staff. “

113 North Ocean Avenue, Cayucos 

2164 Center Street, Cambria

— Table Magazine, November 21, 2021