Voted No. 1 by several local polls, this earthy cafe-bistro wraps around you with wood paneling, colorful fabrics and statuary. The whimsy includes a carousel horse and a garden sidewalk patio with fountain. Rustic settings blend into the burgundy and wood walls while you enjoy fresh baked treats and wine, or order entrees from the extensive menu. This hip establishment supports artists, and attracts local color looking for a quiet ambiance. Parties are popular here as well. The party room can accommodates 25 seated guests. A distinct feel of Mardi Gras is in the air here.
New owners recently took over the small Ocean Market and are in the process of renovating. They've closed the deli and plan to renovate the convenience store in the winter of 2010. It still carries snack foods, soda, wine and beer, ice cream, and tobacco products. There is also a small section of tortillas and Mexican spices. The fresh food section is limited to a few fruits, eggs, milk and butter.
Deke's Market, in business since 2005, offers fresh deli sandwiches, beer, sodas, hot coffee and Odwalla juice. The In Mah Belly deli serves up a tasty tri-tip sandwich among other deli items and bagels. The small, clean store is full of general groceries as well. Located one block from the beach, Deke's is a great place to stop for your beach supplies and the friendly staff will serve you with a smile.
When it comes to one-stop shopping, Mel's Market has you covered. With easy access parking and a huge selection of goods nicely displayed, you can get dinner fixings, groceries or fresh deli sandwiches for lunch and snacks. With a small amount of so many items, locals like to breeze in for quick needs and a chat. It caters to the traveler as well, with drinks, ice and sundries for the beach like sunglasses and sunscreen.
Marianne's Ice Cream is so popular that there's a website devoted to finding the sweet treat at places other than the Ocean Street location. In business since 1960, this local favorite makes incredibly rich and creamy ice cream in a large variety of flavors. You'll find your standard favorites as well as unique flavors, such as oatmeal raisin cookie dough, pumpkin, Northern Oregon blackberry and Mexican chocolate. Marianne's also offers vegan and sugar-free flavors.
For disc golfers heading out to the De Laveaga course, DJ's Mini Mart is located on the corner of Water Street and Branciforte Avenue. It's a convenient stop for people wanting to purchase new discs, cold drinks and snacks. Specializing in Innova brand discs, the store carries a full range of discs for beginner to professional skill levels. The store even retails disc golf baskets for players who want to fine-tune their game in their own backyards. DJ's Mini Mart also sells other convenient household items, including laundry detergent, stationary, pantry foods, beer, wine, and tobacco products.
