Tessa’s SLO guidebook
Museums
The SLO Children's Museum is an absolute MUST! The museum is filled with tons of open-ended play equipment that kids could spend hours on creating their own little worlds and using their imaginations.
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Kindermuseum San Luis Obispo
1010 Nipomo StThe SLO Children's Museum is an absolute MUST! The museum is filled with tons of open-ended play equipment that kids could spend hours on creating their own little worlds and using their imaginations.
The architecture graveyard at Cal Poly.
The Cal Poly Architecture Graveyard is a strange hodgepodge garden of experimental designs and it’s wickedly cool.
3 miles round trip - Every year, the Cal Poly Canyon Design Village competition asks participating students to pick a plot of empty land in the Graveyard and build a structure according to a theme and rules. And the group leaves the structures are left there to enjoy for years to come.
During your next trip to San Luis Obispo County, set aside a couple of hours to hike to this special gem. But, if you haven’t been here before it’s kinda confusing to find. The graveyard is located next to the California Polytechnic State University. It’s Cal Poly Campus playground for architect students to build experimental structures and play with environmental design through an annual competition.
For directions, head to the internet ;)
Definitely visit The Arboretum at Cal Poly (go early, maybe you’ll see turkeys wondering campus). +Leaning pine Arboretum – a beautiful spot in SLO, covering 5 acres of land along the northern side. Great views of the campus and mountains.You can also go bowling at Cal Poly there is a pizza place next door and you can bring the pizza in while you bowl.
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California Polytechnic University
1 Grand AvenueThe architecture graveyard at Cal Poly.
The Cal Poly Architecture Graveyard is a strange hodgepodge garden of experimental designs and it’s wickedly cool.
3 miles round trip - Every year, the Cal Poly Canyon Design Village competition asks participating students to pick a plot of empty land in the Graveyard and build a structure according to a theme and rules. And the group leaves the structures are left there to enjoy for years to come.
During your next trip to San Luis Obispo County, set aside a couple of hours to hike to this special gem. But, if you haven’t been here before it’s kinda confusing to find. The graveyard is located next to the California Polytechnic State University. It’s Cal Poly Campus playground for architect students to build experimental structures and play with environmental design through an annual competition.
For directions, head to the internet ;)
Definitely visit The Arboretum at Cal Poly (go early, maybe you’ll see turkeys wondering campus). +Leaning pine Arboretum – a beautiful spot in SLO, covering 5 acres of land along the northern side. Great views of the campus and mountains.You can also go bowling at Cal Poly there is a pizza place next door and you can bring the pizza in while you bowl.
We like the War Birds Museum in Paso if it’s not too hot. They have big airplanes, old cars, etc. Fun for kids and interesting for adults. Then lunch and feed the ducks and see the turtles down the road at Barney Schwartz park!
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Estrella Warbird Museum
4251 Dry Creek RdWe like the War Birds Museum in Paso if it’s not too hot. They have big airplanes, old cars, etc. Fun for kids and interesting for adults. Then lunch and feed the ducks and see the turtles down the road at Barney Schwartz park!
This is a non-profit children’s education and play space with an emphasis on sustainability. They have a campus that accommodates children ages 2-12. Admission is dependent on parent/guardian participation. Facilities include but are not limited to preschool play areas, archeology/geology education through play, rotating cultural and historical interactive exhibits, outdoor water play, aquaponic gardening, and a school-age learning lab. Location sits directly across the street from Ramona Park, at 867 Ramona Avenue in Grover Beach, CA 93433.
Exploration Station
867 Ramona AveThis is a non-profit children’s education and play space with an emphasis on sustainability. They have a campus that accommodates children ages 2-12. Admission is dependent on parent/guardian participation. Facilities include but are not limited to preschool play areas, archeology/geology education through play, rotating cultural and historical interactive exhibits, outdoor water play, aquaponic gardening, and a school-age learning lab. Location sits directly across the street from Ramona Park, at 867 Ramona Avenue in Grover Beach, CA 93433.
San Luis Obispo Railroad Museum
1940 Santa Barbara AveA cute little stop if you have small children!
The San Luis Obispo Museum of Art is the heart of the California Central Coast art community and a vital link to the cultural life of the region. This free museum emphasizes exhibits by contemporary California artists. No matter who you are or what you do – whether you’re a recent graduate or a grandparent, a visitor or lifelong resident, a student or business owner, a mom or a dad, an accomplished artist or a beginner – the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art has something for you.
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San Luis Obispo Museum of Art
1010 Broad StThe San Luis Obispo Museum of Art is the heart of the California Central Coast art community and a vital link to the cultural life of the region. This free museum emphasizes exhibits by contemporary California artists. No matter who you are or what you do – whether you’re a recent graduate or a grandparent, a visitor or lifelong resident, a student or business owner, a mom or a dad, an accomplished artist or a beginner – the San Luis Obispo Museum of Art has something for you.
Sightseeing
You'll find a ship wreck, there along the coast west of Cayucos, just south of the Pacific Coast Highway, which runs east / west there as it hugs the coastline! It has been stripped of everything, including all electronics and engine parts. When the tide is low, it is extremely easy to walk out to the shipwreck and board her. I advise some caution, however, as holes are already forming on the ship's floor. To locate the shipwreck, exit Route 1 at Ocean Avenue, the most northern / western part of the road. Make an immediate right onto a dirt road located there that will take you a very short ways into a dirt parking lot, probably filled with surfers on the weekend. Follow the dirt path in front of you towards the ocean and you will eventually come to a small cliff that you will have to navigate down, in order to get to the beach and cove below. The shipwreck can be found there. I advise going at low tide, as during high tide you may not be able to get very close to the ship, and much of the cove that the ship sits in will be under water. From the right angle, when viewing the shipwreck, you can see the Morro Bay Rock behind it.
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Cayucos
You'll find a ship wreck, there along the coast west of Cayucos, just south of the Pacific Coast Highway, which runs east / west there as it hugs the coastline! It has been stripped of everything, including all electronics and engine parts. When the tide is low, it is extremely easy to walk out to the shipwreck and board her. I advise some caution, however, as holes are already forming on the ship's floor. To locate the shipwreck, exit Route 1 at Ocean Avenue, the most northern / western part of the road. Make an immediate right onto a dirt road located there that will take you a very short ways into a dirt parking lot, probably filled with surfers on the weekend. Follow the dirt path in front of you towards the ocean and you will eventually come to a small cliff that you will have to navigate down, in order to get to the beach and cove below. The shipwreck can be found there. I advise going at low tide, as during high tide you may not be able to get very close to the ship, and much of the cove that the ship sits in will be under water. From the right angle, when viewing the shipwreck, you can see the Morro Bay Rock behind it.
This famous 70-foot long gum-lined alley is one of the most talked-about (and grossest!) landmarks in San Luis Obispo. While some historians believe it started after WWII as a San Luis Obispo High School graduation event, others suspect that Cal Poly students started it in the late 1950s. Either way, Bubblegum Alley has been a San Luis Obispo staple for decades. Make your mark Downtown and stick your own gum to the wall; some people write notes, create art, or leave messages.
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Bubblegum Alley
734 Higuera StreetThis famous 70-foot long gum-lined alley is one of the most talked-about (and grossest!) landmarks in San Luis Obispo. While some historians believe it started after WWII as a San Luis Obispo High School graduation event, others suspect that Cal Poly students started it in the late 1950s. Either way, Bubblegum Alley has been a San Luis Obispo staple for decades. Make your mark Downtown and stick your own gum to the wall; some people write notes, create art, or leave messages.
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa is a Spanish mission founded September 1, 1772 by Father Junípero Serra in San Luis Obispo, California. Named after Saint Louis of Anjou, the bishop of Toulouse, the mission is the namesake of San Luis Obispo. The mission offers public tours of the church and grounds.
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Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
751 Palm StMission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa is a Spanish mission founded September 1, 1772 by Father Junípero Serra in San Luis Obispo, California. Named after Saint Louis of Anjou, the bishop of Toulouse, the mission is the namesake of San Luis Obispo. The mission offers public tours of the church and grounds.
An absolute MUST-DO if you have about 5 hours in your day to spare!!
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Hearst Castle
750 Hearst Castle RoadAn absolute MUST-DO if you have about 5 hours in your day to spare!!
The Piedras Blancas Rookery is the only elephant seal rookery in the world that is easily accessible, free, and open to the public every day of the year. No reservations are needed. The rookery is located seven miles north of San Simeon on Highway 1.
Elephant Seals are seen year-round at the Piedras Blancas Rookery. Best times of year to see these amazing animals in action are October through May with the big show (birthing and breeding) in January and February. Come see these magnificent marine mammals up close on one of the prettiest coastlines in California. You'll need to plug your nose, but these are incredible creatures to see!
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Aussichtspunkt Elephant Seal
The Piedras Blancas Rookery is the only elephant seal rookery in the world that is easily accessible, free, and open to the public every day of the year. No reservations are needed. The rookery is located seven miles north of San Simeon on Highway 1.
Elephant Seals are seen year-round at the Piedras Blancas Rookery. Best times of year to see these amazing animals in action are October through May with the big show (birthing and breeding) in January and February. Come see these magnificent marine mammals up close on one of the prettiest coastlines in California. You'll need to plug your nose, but these are incredible creatures to see!
Morro rock is such an icon, you need to go and see it! to the left of the rock, you can usually see Sea Otters playing in the ocean.
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Morro Rock
Coleman DriveMorro rock is such an icon, you need to go and see it! to the left of the rock, you can usually see Sea Otters playing in the ocean.
*Check if it's still open to the public, but this is probably the most unique home you’ll find in SLO county. It was 50 years in the making by artist/recluse Arthur “Art” Harold Beal. Art was a garbage collector for the town of Cambria for 20 years and ended up building his entire house out of the gems he found at work.
Nitt Witt Ridge
881 Hillcrest Drive*Check if it's still open to the public, but this is probably the most unique home you’ll find in SLO county. It was 50 years in the making by artist/recluse Arthur “Art” Harold Beal. Art was a garbage collector for the town of Cambria for 20 years and ended up building his entire house out of the gems he found at work.
Activities
The Bob Jones trail is a well-paved county-maintained bike and walking trail also known as the City to the Sea Trail. The trail starts across the street from the parking lot on Ontario Road, right off Highway 101, and ends in downtown Avila Beach.
The trail is great for all levels of hiking and biking. It makes for an enjoyable, smooth and (mostly) flat ride with trail benches sprinkled throughout. Dogs are welcome on the trail but please pick up after them!
The Bob Jones Trail wanders next to San Luis Obispo Creek, right behind the Avila Valley Barn fields. It passes the rear of Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter School. You can enjoy walking by the fields and depending on the time of year, you might just catch the the sounds of frogs and flowing water. Hard to believe it’s so close to the beach!
From the trailhead parking lot to the end of the Avila Pier is 3.0 miles.
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Bob Jones Trail Head
7009 Ontario RdThe Bob Jones trail is a well-paved county-maintained bike and walking trail also known as the City to the Sea Trail. The trail starts across the street from the parking lot on Ontario Road, right off Highway 101, and ends in downtown Avila Beach.
The trail is great for all levels of hiking and biking. It makes for an enjoyable, smooth and (mostly) flat ride with trail benches sprinkled throughout. Dogs are welcome on the trail but please pick up after them!
The Bob Jones Trail wanders next to San Luis Obispo Creek, right behind the Avila Valley Barn fields. It passes the rear of Bellevue-Santa Fe Charter School. You can enjoy walking by the fields and depending on the time of year, you might just catch the the sounds of frogs and flowing water. Hard to believe it’s so close to the beach!
From the trailhead parking lot to the end of the Avila Pier is 3.0 miles.
Sinsheimer Park is a sports and recreation hot-spot, serving as home to the SLO Blues baseball stadium and SLO Swim Center, with multiple tennis courts and a wonderful playground for the kids.
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Sinsheimer Park
900 Southwood DrSinsheimer Park is a sports and recreation hot-spot, serving as home to the SLO Blues baseball stadium and SLO Swim Center, with multiple tennis courts and a wonderful playground for the kids.
A fabulous place to eat and shop. We enjoy the whimsical decor!
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Madonna Inn
100 Madonna RdA fabulous place to eat and shop. We enjoy the whimsical decor!
SLO Railroad Safety Trail
SLO Railroad Safety TrailA fun family bike trail!
Terrace Hill
Great place for a picnic!
A favorite place to stop off and buy the freshest fruit and vegetables grown locally, pick up a pie or bakery treat, hand feed and pet farm animals, stop off for lunch from our Smoke House and Chicken Shack or get an ice cream on the way to Avila Beach. Avila Valley Barn is truly a place built for the whole family in mind.
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Avila Valley Barn
560 Avila Beach DrA favorite place to stop off and buy the freshest fruit and vegetables grown locally, pick up a pie or bakery treat, hand feed and pet farm animals, stop off for lunch from our Smoke House and Chicken Shack or get an ice cream on the way to Avila Beach. Avila Valley Barn is truly a place built for the whole family in mind.
There’s a house by Emerson Park that’s rumored to be haunted. Go play at Emerson park and have the kids guess which one. muahahaha
Emerson Park
1341 Nipomo StThere’s a house by Emerson Park that’s rumored to be haunted. Go play at Emerson park and have the kids guess which one. muahahaha
Montana de oro bluffs hike is so beautiful. It’s completely flat, you do have to keep an eye on them near the edges but it’s not too crazy. There are stairs down to a tide pool area where it’s fun to picnic when the tides low, there’s also a beautiful stony beach right before the trailhead. If the tide is low, you can go in and explore the little cave on the far right of the beach!
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Montaña de Oro State Park
3550 Pecho Valley RdMontana de oro bluffs hike is so beautiful. It’s completely flat, you do have to keep an eye on them near the edges but it’s not too crazy. There are stairs down to a tide pool area where it’s fun to picnic when the tides low, there’s also a beautiful stony beach right before the trailhead. If the tide is low, you can go in and explore the little cave on the far right of the beach!
If the ocean water is too cold to play in, head over to the hot springs!
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Avila Hot Springs
250 Avila Beach DrIf the ocean water is too cold to play in, head over to the hot springs!
Dinosaur Caves Park
2701 Price StAn awesome park with breathtaking views!
Village
Cutest book store!
This open-air public market might just be Downtown San Luis Obispo’s best-kept local secret. Enjoy murals and public art centered around the Central Coast’s dairy history along with eateries, boutiques, and more, all hidden in plain sight.
Built in 1910, this building housed the Golden State Creamery which contributed significantly to the growth and development of the dairy industry in San Luis Obispo.
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The Creamery Marketplace
570 Higuera StThis open-air public market might just be Downtown San Luis Obispo’s best-kept local secret. Enjoy murals and public art centered around the Central Coast’s dairy history along with eateries, boutiques, and more, all hidden in plain sight.
Built in 1910, this building housed the Golden State Creamery which contributed significantly to the growth and development of the dairy industry in San Luis Obispo.
A hike with a great view! The 1,546-foot summit of the 20-million-year-old rock is a 3.5 mile round trip from the trailhead at Highland Drive. If you keep up a good walking pace, it should take you about 2 to 2 1/2 hours to complete.
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Bishop Peak Trail
Bishop Peak TrailA hike with a great view! The 1,546-foot summit of the 20-million-year-old rock is a 3.5 mile round trip from the trailhead at Highland Drive. If you keep up a good walking pace, it should take you about 2 to 2 1/2 hours to complete.
One of our favorite hiking and mountain biking spots.
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Johnson Ranch Trailhead
5190 Ontario RdOne of our favorite hiking and mountain biking spots.
Hazard Canyon Reef
Awesome hike along the ocean.
Cuesta Pass
Awesome mountain bike trail
Sunset Drive-In Theatre
255 Elks LnDrive-in theater!
(Also known as Cave Landing or the Smuggler’s Cave) is filled with rich legends with ties to pirates and bootleggers. During the Prohibition era of the 1920’s and 30’s, this cave was used to smuggle booze as well as other illegal activities for those times. If you visit today, be well-prepared to experience this cove with hoards of other people as it is a very popular destination. The hike to the cove is a whopping quarter mile, overlooking scenic bluffs and sea caves. Please keep in mind that the beach below is clothing-optional so don’t be surprised if you see some sunbathers sans swimwear!
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Pirates Cove Beach
Cave Landing Road(Also known as Cave Landing or the Smuggler’s Cave) is filled with rich legends with ties to pirates and bootleggers. During the Prohibition era of the 1920’s and 30’s, this cave was used to smuggle booze as well as other illegal activities for those times. If you visit today, be well-prepared to experience this cove with hoards of other people as it is a very popular destination. The hike to the cove is a whopping quarter mile, overlooking scenic bluffs and sea caves. Please keep in mind that the beach below is clothing-optional so don’t be surprised if you see some sunbathers sans swimwear!
Pismo Beach Monarch Butterfly Grove – when the Monarch Butterflies are out, you can check them out at the “ Pismo Beach monarch butterfly grove“.
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Monarch Butterfly Grove
400 South Dolliver StreetPismo Beach Monarch Butterfly Grove – when the Monarch Butterflies are out, you can check them out at the “ Pismo Beach monarch butterfly grove“.
Dog park, open space hike, picnic tables, frisbee golf, this park has it all, and is very close by!
Laguna Lake Park Open Space
Laguna Lake Upper Loop TrailDog park, open space hike, picnic tables, frisbee golf, this park has it all, and is very close by!
If you will be here on a Friday, the Friday evening concerts in Mission Plaza start in the spring, and the first Friday of the month is Art After Dark.
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Mission Plaza
989 Chorro StIf you will be here on a Friday, the Friday evening concerts in Mission Plaza start in the spring, and the first Friday of the month is Art After Dark.
Food scene
SLOFROYO N ITALIAN ICE
956 Higuera StreetA family favorite!
If you're in town on a Thursday, this is a MUST!
The famous Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market happens every Thursday starting at 6 PM. Experience a farmers’ market like no other: enjoy five blocks of fresh produce, famous BBQ, delicious meals, live music, entertainment, and more!
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Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market
Higuera StreetIf you're in town on a Thursday, this is a MUST!
The famous Downtown SLO Farmers’ Market happens every Thursday starting at 6 PM. Experience a farmers’ market like no other: enjoy five blocks of fresh produce, famous BBQ, delicious meals, live music, entertainment, and more!
Ask about portion size before you choose an item because they have larger portions. Usually we have left overs. Comes with unlimited chips and salsa.
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Old Juan's Cantina
649 Pier AveAsk about portion size before you choose an item because they have larger portions. Usually we have left overs. Comes with unlimited chips and salsa.
Kitchen and Vine is open for breakfast and lunch and everything on their menu is fantastic. Jay Birds in the Public Market is my favorite right now!!! the places to eat inside the actual public market are so good! And there's a play area in the upstairs seating area for little kids! It's a great environment!
san luis obispo public market
3845 South Higuera StreetKitchen and Vine is open for breakfast and lunch and everything on their menu is fantastic. Jay Birds in the Public Market is my favorite right now!!! the places to eat inside the actual public market are so good! And there's a play area in the upstairs seating area for little kids! It's a great environment!
This place offers drinks, food & tunes!
No night out is complete without the perfect soundtrack. Whether it’s live music from local artists, or a carefully curated playlist of bangers and ballads, Highwater is the place to be for the best tunes in town. In addition to his adult duties of General Management for Highwater, Matthew was a Music and Theatre major in college, and serves as the resident maestro of tunes. His bio includes work on both coasts including the opening of the James Beard Award winning Tertulia in NYC.
Highwater
1127 Broad StreetThis place offers drinks, food & tunes!
No night out is complete without the perfect soundtrack. Whether it’s live music from local artists, or a carefully curated playlist of bangers and ballads, Highwater is the place to be for the best tunes in town. In addition to his adult duties of General Management for Highwater, Matthew was a Music and Theatre major in college, and serves as the resident maestro of tunes. His bio includes work on both coasts including the opening of the James Beard Award winning Tertulia in NYC.
Goshi | Japanese Restaurant
570 Higuera StA fun Japanese restaurant
Mistura
570 Higuera StNovo Restaurant & Lounge
726 Higuera StAn awesome outside dining area
Taco King
158 Higuera StGreat and authentic
Black Sheep Bar & Grill
1117 Chorro StPub food fave
Finney's Crafthouse & Kitchen - San Luis Obispo
857 Monterey StGreat pub food
1865 Craft House & Kitchen
1865 Monterey StNice pub food & vibes
Cafe Della Via
155 N Ocean AveOur go-to for Italian. The chicken parm is killer!
Petra in slo. It’s obvious to go there for the gyro, hummus, and kebabs but a lot of people don’t know they have the best pizza in town.
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Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill
1210 Higuera StPetra in slo. It’s obvious to go there for the gyro, hummus, and kebabs but a lot of people don’t know they have the best pizza in town.
Chacho's Mexican Takeout
1911 Cienaga StreetFavorite Mexican Food is Chacos in Oceano. Most authentic Mexican food!
Thai Boat
3212 Broad StFavorite Thai food spot
Kumi Ko
3830 Broad StGood sushi
Hole in the wall place is Coya Peruvian. It’s inside of a convenience store called Sidewalk Market, and the food is amazing for the price
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Coya Peruvian Secret
1140 Camino Del MarHole in the wall place is Coya Peruvian. It’s inside of a convenience store called Sidewalk Market, and the food is amazing for the price
The Spoon Trade
295 W Grand AveIf you happen to be in Pismo, this is a great lunch place.
Robin's
4095 Burton DrNumber one spot in Cambria!
Novo, Luna Red, Robin’s in Cambria (all sister restaurants), all great.
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Luna Red
1023 Chorro StNovo, Luna Red, Robin’s in Cambria (all sister restaurants), all great.
Zorro's Cafe & Cantina
927 Shell Beach RdA great breakfast in Shell beach
Beda's Biergarten
3230 Broad StFAVE!!!!
Flour House
690 Higuera StNearby Italian food
Ember Restaurant
1200 E Grand AveEmber in AG. Hands down best food on the central coast
Ebony in SLO for Ethiopian. Vegan and delicious! Find them on instagram. Find them on instagram @ebony_slo Authentic
4750 Allene Way, SLO
Ethiopian food to-go in SLO. Organic, Vegan, & GF | Wed, Thur 11:30-4:00 Fri 11:30-6:00 or until supplies last | DM us your order or walk in
Ebony Ethiopian Cuisine
Kendall RoadEbony in SLO for Ethiopian. Vegan and delicious! Find them on instagram. Find them on instagram @ebony_slo Authentic
4750 Allene Way, SLO
Ethiopian food to-go in SLO. Organic, Vegan, & GF | Wed, Thur 11:30-4:00 Fri 11:30-6:00 or until supplies last | DM us your order or walk in
Go to the Mason Bar and have lobster corn dogs- they are so beyond good!
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Mason Bar and Kitchen
307 E Branch StGo to the Mason Bar and have lobster corn dogs- they are so beyond good!
A real hole in the wall, is the restaurant at the marina at Lake Lopez. It’s like bar food (really good fish and chips and sweet potato fries) and good drinks. With an arcade for the kids. We love to do a hike out there and then go eat and play, explore the lake.
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Lopez Lake Marina
6820 Lopez DrA real hole in the wall, is the restaurant at the marina at Lake Lopez. It’s like bar food (really good fish and chips and sweet potato fries) and good drinks. With an arcade for the kids. We love to do a hike out there and then go eat and play, explore the lake.
"Our lunch and dinner menus (and weekend Brunch!) boast fun and creative foods including gourmet sliders, mac & cheeses, salads and sharing plates prepared fresh daily and updated seasonally by our culinary team. "
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TASTE! craft eatery
2550 Broad St"Our lunch and dinner menus (and weekend Brunch!) boast fun and creative foods including gourmet sliders, mac & cheeses, salads and sharing plates prepared fresh daily and updated seasonally by our culinary team. "
Rooster Creek Tavern
200 E Branch StThe Hidden Kitchen
113 N Ocean Ave1000% recommend- the BEST brunch!
Shalimar Restaurant
3820 Broad StGood Indian food
Kumi Ko
3830 Broad StNot a bad hole in the wall place!
An underloved gem - A european style bakery serving up artisan breads, pastries, sandwiches, sweets, coffee and espresso in the heart of downtown San Luis Obispo.<3
570 Higuera Street
Suite 180
San Luis Obispo, CA
Joliene Bakery
570 Higuera StreetAn underloved gem - A european style bakery serving up artisan breads, pastries, sandwiches, sweets, coffee and espresso in the heart of downtown San Luis Obispo.<3
570 Higuera Street
Suite 180
San Luis Obispo, CA
The Garden Mediterranean Restaurant & Cafe in Santa Maria has a great outdoor patio and bar plus super amazing food!
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The Garden Mediterranean Restaurant & Cafe
122 E Boone StThe Garden Mediterranean Restaurant & Cafe in Santa Maria has a great outdoor patio and bar plus super amazing food!
Looking for a fancier dinner?Madeline’s in Cambria for fancy French inspired.
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Madeline's Restaurant & Wine Tasting Room
788 Main StLooking for a fancier dinner?Madeline’s in Cambria for fancy French inspired.
Jockos steakhouse in Nipomo. Can’t go wrong with their steaks, halibut, and crab legs. Great portions for the price. Basic but good Bloody Mary’s. As a matter of fact I’m going there tonight!!
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Jocko's
125 N Thompson AveJockos steakhouse in Nipomo. Can’t go wrong with their steaks, halibut, and crab legs. Great portions for the price. Basic but good Bloody Mary’s. As a matter of fact I’m going there tonight!!
Comforting classics with a nod to what's next, you found your neighborhood home for more fun fine dining. A suuper fun girls night out!
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Nate's on Marsh
450 Marsh StreetComforting classics with a nod to what's next, you found your neighborhood home for more fun fine dining. A suuper fun girls night out!
A lovely place to bring kids and even a dog is the Halfway Station on the 41 between Atascadero and Morro.
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Halfway Station
15050 Morro RdA lovely place to bring kids and even a dog is the Halfway Station on the 41 between Atascadero and Morro.
The Range Restaurant
22317 El Camino RealKanpai is my favorite sushi restaurant chain - in shell beach. Super tasty and creative rolls with fresh fish.
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Kanpai Sushi
2665 Shell Beach RdKanpai is my favorite sushi restaurant chain - in shell beach. Super tasty and creative rolls with fresh fish.
An awesome breakfast and lunch! Cleaner eating too, for example, the waffle is made with House flax and wheat batter topped with granola, almond butter, market fruit and maple syrup.
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Sally Loo's Wholesome Cafe
1804 Osos StAn awesome breakfast and lunch! Cleaner eating too, for example, the waffle is made with House flax and wheat batter topped with granola, almond butter, market fruit and maple syrup.
House Of JuJu By the Bay
945 EmbarcaderoYummy burgers!
Papa's Thai Cafe
1308 Monterey StreetYum Thai with quick service!
Jewel Of India
2115 Broad StJewel of India in SLO (better than Shalimar in my friends humble opinion.)
Oki Recommends A bowl full of noodles, shrimp, and momo sauce- tasty and overflowing with freshness.
Oki Momo Asian Grill
2256 Broad StOki Recommends A bowl full of noodles, shrimp, and momo sauce- tasty and overflowing with freshness.
Oyster Loft
101 Pomeroy AveBon Temps Creole Cafe
1819 Osos StCreole food, anyone?
Casually elegant Northern Italian eatery with a traditional menu highlighting seasonal ingredients.
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Buona Tavola
1037 Monterey StCasually elegant Northern Italian eatery with a traditional menu highlighting seasonal ingredients.
We love this hidden gem of a restaurant located in the Cliffs hotel in Shell Beach. After dinner, head outside and you will see a walk way at the north end of the parking lot, or if you turn right as you leave through the back of the restaurant. It’s a great little walk down the steps to an almost private beach for some great tide pools, sunset views, and exploring.
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Marisol at The Cliffs
2757 Shell Beach RdWe love this hidden gem of a restaurant located in the Cliffs hotel in Shell Beach. After dinner, head outside and you will see a walk way at the north end of the parking lot, or if you turn right as you leave through the back of the restaurant. It’s a great little walk down the steps to an almost private beach for some great tide pools, sunset views, and exploring.