Restaurants near Avila State Beach

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34 restaurants available nearby

1. Custom House

4.3

Awesome(141)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Avila Beach

Booked 9 times today

Welcome! Our Central Coast beach-side location holds beautiful views with a casual atmosphere. An excellent dining experience is our top priority. Our menu has something for everyone…fresh fish, hand cut steaks, refreshing salads and our specialty appetizers. We offer breakfast, lunch and dinner. Come and have a drink at our cocktail bar, or dine on our outdoor patio while gazing out across the beautiful San Luis Bay.

2. Ocean Grill

3.9

Excellent(50)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • Avila Beach

Just steps from the sand, Ocean Grill Avila Beach offers pristine ocean views paired with the best of California Coastal Cuisine.

3. Ventana Grill

4.6

Exceptional(3204)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Pismo Beach

Booked 28 times today

Discover the cool, coastal world of Ventana Grill.With an atmosphere that channels the four elements, Ventana Grill in Pismo Beach immerses guests in the enchanting pleasures of the natural world. Dine surrounded by the rhythmic serenade of waves crashing on the beach below. The stylish dining room sits perched on a coastal bluff, treating guests to an endless view of azure blue and rich red sunsets.

A photo of Marisol at the Cliffs Hotel and Spa restaurant

4. Marisol at the Cliffs Hotel and Spa

4.7

Exceptional(1363)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Pismo Beach

Booked 8 times today

Marisol translates to The Sun and the Sea; and no where is this more evident than through the flavors of the food. The menu at Marisol has been developed as New Spanish-American Cuisine. As the premier choice of Pismo Beach restaurants, all of the dishes at Marisol are prepared with a soulful touch by Chef Troy Tolbert and Pastry Chef Derek Brown, featuring produce from fields of local farmers, seafood fresh off the boats of local fishermen, and naturally raised meats and poultry. The wine list for Marisol is awarded by Wine Spectator and has an amazing Selection of wines by the glass page with many local wines from Monterey to Santa Barbara County. For the finest oceanfront dining experience, try our award-winning Pismo Beach California restaurant Marisol at the Cliffs Hotel and Spa. For hotel information, please visit https://cliffshotelandspa.com/

A photo of Gardens of Avila Restaurant restaurant

5. Gardens of Avila Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(936)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • San Luis Obispo

Booked 15 times today

The Gardens Restaurant at Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort, a favorite spot for locals as well as travelers, is situated in a beautiful garden setting in the Avila Valley. Savor the flavors of the award-winning contemporary California cuisine inspired by the surrounding local wine country.

A photo of F. McLintocks Saloon & Dining House restaurant

6. F. McLintocks Saloon & Dining House

3.8

Excellent(1502)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steak • Pismo Beach

F. McLintocks Saloon & Dining House offers the best authentic ranch style cooking and atmosphere teamed up with high spirited service and genuine western hospitality. Ocean view dining, private banquet hall, and Bruce's private saloon on our ocean view deck! Live music every Friday and Saturday in our saloon with a cozy fire place. A dining experience that will leave life time memories!

7. Oyster Loft

4.9

Exceptional(3624)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pismo Beach

Booked 28 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

8. Vista Steak and Seafood

4.7

Exceptional(1705)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pismo Beach

Booked 22 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 Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn restaurant

9. Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn

4.7

Exceptional(4480)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • San Luis Obispo

Booked 58 times today

Enjoy an award winning dining experience in our world-famous pink and gold Steak House - offering a comfortable and opulent dining atmosphere. Indulge in a delicious oak-pit-barbecued steak, fresh seafood, chicken, or vegetarian entrees. Featuring a superb wine list, decadent world-famous desserts and a whimsical, European atmosphere. Boutique shopping makes for a fun experience before or after you dine with us.

A photo of Copper Café and Bakery, at Madonna Inn restaurant

10. Copper Café and Bakery, at Madonna Inn

4.5

Awesome(1945)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• American • San Luis Obispo

Booked 71 times today

The Copper Café is popular with tourists and locals alike for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, in a warm and charming atmosphere. Copper counters, rich Bavarian woods, and lovely natural lighting will transport you to a quaint European village. Our Madonna Inn Bakery, featuring world-famous cakes, pies, cookies, along with French and Danish pastries remains open and available for walk-in and pre-ordered items.

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Noel
California Central Coast •2 reviews
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
Great selection of food to eat for any taste palette! Nonstop Mimosas and Bloody Mary’s as well as a great dessert selection.
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Ventana GrillPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Pismo Beach
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4.6
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Brian
Orange County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Excellent breakfast menu and the service was outstanding
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Gardens of Avila RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Californian• San Luis Obispo
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4.7
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Kelly
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
We had a wonderful dinner. The stuffed chicken dish was amazing! And the chopped wedge salad had a nice twist to a classic salad with the addition of fried shallots. Would definitely return their again!
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Custom HousePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Avila Beach
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4.3
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Anne
San Francisco Bay Area •20 reviews
5.0
Dined on Nov 12, 2024
From the greeting at the check in, to the bartender, to EVERY single person we encountered, the kindness, enthusiasm and excellent service was amazing!! Highly recommend!
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Marisol at the Cliffs Hotel and SpaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Pismo Beach
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4.7
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Peggy
San Francisco Bay Area •32 reviews
5.0
Dined on Sep 7, 2024
Our service person (I’m pretty sure her name was Shannon) was the best eVer. I felt like I knew her forever. She was fun and efficient and you are lucky to have her..
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Ocean GrillPrice: Expensive• American• Avila Beach
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3.9

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