The Grill at Point Pinos
79 Asilomar Blvd., Pacific Grove, (831) 375‑1313, grillatpointpinos.com
It’s easy to imagine Curly’s wife preparing huevos rancheros before a long day. It’s a simple but satisfying dish, perfect for ranch hands. But the huevos rancheros at The Grill at Point Pinos are more of an indulgence than a rustic and ready breakfast. The dish starts with fried eggs that steep in a prickly salsa, which is then ladled over black beans and country potatoes, with a dusting of queso fresco. Oh, there’s more. But what makes it stand out is the addition of chorizo and avocado, one tugging your palate towards the flame, the other offering cool, calm reassurance. It is, like Of Mice and Men, a masterpiece.