I grew up in a small town south of San Francisco, but before you reach Half Moon Bay. Highway 1 runs right through it, so if you are in the city and headed the Santa Cruz, (on the scenic route), you'll drive right through it. It's a beautiful town, with beaches, interesting characters, and tons of fog. If you aren't a fan of the cold weather, bring a coat or a sweater cause there aren't very many days over 70 degrees. http://colombosdeli.com/CMS/index.php
There are three spots you MUST eat if you ever travel to Pacifica. First is Colombo's Deli. They cook their own roast beef and turkey on the premises and make all the breads fresh. They have tons of Boars Head Meats and Cheeses, and amazing freshly made salads and side dishes. I recommend a roast beef and swiss on a French Roll with the deli mustard. You will not regret it. There's a beach about 15 steps away, so you can stop in and get a sandwich, say hi to Emil Jr. and go and eat the amazingness while enjoying the beach and the ocean.
The next is Good Fellas Pizza. Great Food, Great Service, and Fun Decor. The pizza won't cost more that the big chains but it'll taste amazing. They've got a young friendly staff, an owner who will know you by name the next time you come in, and pastas to die for. It's located in a small strip mall, next to a supermarket, so you might not expect it to be awesome, but it is. http://www.goodfellaspizzapasta.com/
Lastly, the perfect place for the sweet tooth in your family. Mazetti's Bakery. It's been around 38 years, so just a little longer than I've been alive. Every Sunday after church my Dad would take us there for these amazing chocolate brownies. My mother would slap me if she read this, but the brownies at Mazetti's are better than any brownie I have ever tasted. They have a huge assortment of fresh baked goods and are even a favorite for wedding cakes. If you haven't been to Mazetti's, you haven't really been to Pacifica. http://www.mazzettisbakery.com/#!about
There's my look at some of the spots off of the main path you will want to visit the next time you are cruising down the Highway 1. Be sure to leave me a comment if you visit, and let me know what you thought, or if there's a place in Pacifica you think should have made my top 3. Happy Travels and Full Bellies to you!
