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Best Restaurants that are Worth The Drive in Arroyo Grande

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A photo of Pono Pacific Kitchen restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(666)
Price: Expensive
• Pacific Rim • Pismo Beach
Booked 12 times today
Pono Pacific Kitchen offers Pacific Rim cuisine that focuses on local favorites with a style of cooking and presenting dishes that combines ingredients, influences and techniques from not only Hawaii but also Asia, California and Mexico and the western coasts in general.
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4.9
Exceptional(3657)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Pismo Beach
Booked 25 times today
More than a restaurant, Oyster Loft is an experience, where the excellent service is rivaled only by the flavor and beauty of our dishes, upscale cuisine and regional seafood dishes artfully prepared. Dine with sparkling views of Pismo Beach, and enjoy appetizers, seasonal main courses and indulgent sweets.Oyster Loft boasts a menu rich with fresh fish. Our raw bar features a variety of oysters shucked on the half shell from both the east and west coasts. The menu also includes seafood dishes, shellfish preparations and a selection of meat to round out the offerings. The range of the menu offers you the opportunity to choose your dining experience.
A photo of Vista Steak and Seafood restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1790)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Pismo Beach
Booked 43 times today
Vista Steak and Seafood is located on the bluffs in Pismo Beach overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Featuring all natural hormone free steaks and fresh seafood, this coastal dining one of a kind restaurant has something that will sure to please everyone. Reservations are highly recommended. We gladly accept reservations for parties of 6 or less via Open Table. Please call the restaurant directly for parties of 7 or more ~ 805-556-9000. We will do our best to accommodate seating requests however we can not guarantee a specific table. Vista has no outdoor seating so please leave your fur babies at home.
A photo of Jocko's Steakhouse restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1953)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • Nipomo
Booked 46 times today
Jocko’s Steakhouse is family owned and a longtime Central Coast favorite. Our family’shospitality roots date back to 1925, or so the story goes. Jocko’s is legendary for hand cut agedsteaks grilled over an open fire of red oak coals. A style of cooking native to the area that datesto the Spanish Rancheros. We offer an extensive dinner menu serving a variety of steak cuts,ribs, pork chops, chicken, seafood, steak burgers, specialty sandwiches and more. Jocko’s offers an extensive wine list, a broad assortment of cocktails and both draft and bottled beers. The specific brands and serving costs are available at the restaurant. To learn more about Jocko’s menus and history visit www.jockossteakhouse.comor call (805) 929-3686 for reservations.ONLINE ORDERING: https://order.toasttab.com/online/jocko-s-steak-house-125-n-thompson-ave
A photo of Marisol at the Cliffs Hotel and Spa restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(1385)
Price: Moderate
• Contemporary American • Pismo Beach
Booked 9 times today
Marisol at the Cliffs Hotel and Spa is worth the drive for its stunning oceanfront dining and exceptional service. Reviewers rave about the delicious food, with one stating 'the food is delicious and the waiters are so nice and professional.' Another reviewer highlighted the 'consistent excellence in service and food.' The restaurant's decor and ambience are also praised, with one reviewer saying 'the atmosphere is beautiful.' So, while some reviewers mentioned the prices being high, the overall consensus is that Marisol offers a top-notch dining experience.
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  • Victoria
    San Diego •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    We had 8ppl at 530pm, and it was a lovely experience. The food was delicious. Our service was top-notch. The band didn't start playing until 7 p.m., so we had a nice quiet dinner and conversation. Once the music started up, it became a little hard to have a conversation, but the visual aspect of the people dancing and the music was very entertaining and enjoyable.
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    Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna InnPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• San Luis Obispo
    4.6
  • Ryan
    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    I had watched a review on YouTube from Mark Weints on the best barbecue on the central coast where Jockos featured for it red oak coal fired barbecue. I also had mentioned it to my supervisor who’s from the area. And mentioned to me that he highly recommended it and that he always goes back when he is in town, which is about twice a year. I can tell you this place does not disappoint. The food was excellent. Our waiter was awesome and amazing and gave very good recommendations. Anytime I’m in this area. I will make it a point to come eat here. I highly recommend making this a restaurant to frequent. Make sure to make your reservations cause the place gets packed after about 5:30 PM.
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    Jocko's SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Nipomo
    4.7
  • Roberto
    California Central Coast •1 review
    5.0
    Dined 4 days ago
    From start to finish; AMAZING. Took my daughters and mom for Valentines. The hostess arranged for us to get the best table in the house. The food was excellent, not the normal, but an original interpretation of what food should taste like. Our waitress was very kind and attentive. Dessert was also very thought out. The house manager was also very involved in our experience. My family and I felt very much appreciated and most of all cared after. One of our best if not the best Valentines we have lived.
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    SY KitchenPrice: Expensive• Italian• Santa Ynez Valley
    4.9
  • George
    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 5, 2025
    What a wonderful experience. Beautiful setting, very flavorful food with a wide variety. The devil eggs were super and the ribeye was outstanding. From the first bites to the deserts and coffee far exceeded expectations. Pricing was very reasonable.
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    CaliPaso WineryPrice: Expensive• Californian• Paso Robles
    5
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