The scent of orange blossoms drifts through the air as a train rumbles gently in the distance. You are sitting on a garden patio tucked inside a historic railway depot, one of the earliest and most beautiful examples of Mission Revival architecture in Southern California.
The building first opened its doors in 1894, welcoming travelers beneath a majestic 40-foot dome and high arches. After closing in the 1960s, it sat dormant for years before a dramatic renovation brought it back to life.
Today, a family-run restaurant serves seasonal dishes made with grass-fed beef, sustainably caught seafood, and locally grown produce. The most popular item on the menu?…