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Restaurants

Top restaurants that are highly rated by locals and enjoyed by all.
Nate's on Marsh - A NRL Food Group Restaurant
Italian restaurant just a short walk away with the finest Northern Italian cuisine. This restaurant ranks as a top favorite for me!
100 locals recommend
Buona Tavola
1037 Monterey St
100 locals recommend
Italian restaurant just a short walk away with the finest Northern Italian cuisine. This restaurant ranks as a top favorite for me!
Another local favorite, Giuseppi's offers award-winning pizza, pasta, sandwiches, wings, garden fresh salads, and a full bar with over 16 beers on tap. Happy hour runs Monday through Friday 4-6pm.
75 locals recommend
Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica
849 Monterey St
75 locals recommend
Another local favorite, Giuseppi's offers award-winning pizza, pasta, sandwiches, wings, garden fresh salads, and a full bar with over 16 beers on tap. Happy hour runs Monday through Friday 4-6pm.
6 locals recommend
Papa's Thai Cafe
1308 Monterey Street
6 locals recommend
Eatery decorated with art imported from Thailand serving curries, seafood & other specialities.
10 locals recommend
Thai Palace
1015 Court St
10 locals recommend
Eatery decorated with art imported from Thailand serving curries, seafood & other specialities.
Popular spot known for its tri-tip sandwich & other BBQ dishes.
82 locals recommend
Firestone Grill
1001 Higuera St
82 locals recommend
Popular spot known for its tri-tip sandwich & other BBQ dishes.
Stylish eatery with regular live music & lounge serving globally inspired tapas, wine & cocktails.
72 locals recommend
Luna Red
1023 Chorro St
72 locals recommend
Stylish eatery with regular live music & lounge serving globally inspired tapas, wine & cocktails.

Coffee Shops

Coffee shops are always buzzing in San Luis Obispo. Whether you are a black coffee person or a homemade chair fanatic, SLO's coffee shops have you covered!
Welcoming neighborhood cafe hosting musical & other performances, with window & garden seating.
18 locals recommend
Linnaea's Cafe
1110 Garden Street
18 locals recommend
Welcoming neighborhood cafe hosting musical & other performances, with window & garden seating.
Cozy cafe serving gourmet coffee, sweet & savory baked goods & homemade chai amid local artwork.
10 locals recommend
Ascendo Coffee
311 Higuera Street
10 locals recommend
Cozy cafe serving gourmet coffee, sweet & savory baked goods & homemade chai amid local artwork.
The combination of scratch made pastries, craft roasted coffee, and curated goods in a creative space makes stepping into Scout a memorable and magical experience.
66 locals recommend
Scout Coffee
1130 Garden St
66 locals recommend
The combination of scratch made pastries, craft roasted coffee, and curated goods in a creative space makes stepping into Scout a memorable and magical experience.
31 locals recommend
Kreuzberg California
685 Higuera St
31 locals recommend

Grocery Stores

Here are grocery stores within a few miles for your cooking needs.
Local grocery store with hot bar, deli, and salad bar.
80 locals recommend
California Fresh Market
771 Foothill Blvd
80 locals recommend
Local grocery store with hot bar, deli, and salad bar.
Health and wellness grocery store focusing on organic and wholesome products. Hot bar and deli as well.
17 locals recommend
Lassens Natural Foods & Vitamins SLO
896 Foothill Blvd
17 locals recommend
Health and wellness grocery store focusing on organic and wholesome products. Hot bar and deli as well.
38 locals recommend
Trader Joe's
3977 S Higuera St
38 locals recommend
29 locals recommend
Vons
3900 Broad St
29 locals recommend
8 locals recommend
Smart & Final
1321 Johnson Ave
8 locals recommend

Wineries

In the heart of wine country, San Luis Obispo and neighboring towns have some of the best wineries in California. Sample some wine and enjoy the picturesque views of San Luis Obispo!
39 locals recommend
Eberle Winery
3810 CA-46
39 locals recommend
Baileyana, Tangent & True Myth Tasting Room
5828 Orcutt Rd
42 locals recommend
61 locals recommend
Edna Valley Vineyard
2585 Biddle Ranch Rd
61 locals recommend
77 locals recommend
DAOU Vineyards & Winery
Hidden Mountain Rd
77 locals recommend
Picturesque place where visitors can sample wines in an outdoor setting or take a tour of the vines.
48 locals recommend
Chamisal Vineyards
7525 Orcutt Rd
48 locals recommend
Picturesque place where visitors can sample wines in an outdoor setting or take a tour of the vines.
Winery located in Edna Valley; it is nestled amongst the northwest-southeast running volcanic hills of San Luis Obispo County and is the frontier for the most complex cool-climate varietals in California, especially Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
37 locals recommend
Tolosa
4910 Edna Rd
37 locals recommend
Winery located in Edna Valley; it is nestled amongst the northwest-southeast running volcanic hills of San Luis Obispo County and is the frontier for the most complex cool-climate varietals in California, especially Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
Tasting room is situated in the heart of the picturesque Edna Valley on California’s Central Coast, surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills.
19 locals recommend
Saucelito Canyon Tasting Room
3080 Biddle Ranch Rd
19 locals recommend
Tasting room is situated in the heart of the picturesque Edna Valley on California’s Central Coast, surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills.
Center of Effort, where the guiding forces of skillful cultivation, artful winemaking and a passion for excellence come together and create the magic in the bottle.
Center of Effort
2195 Corbett Canyon Rd
Center of Effort, where the guiding forces of skillful cultivation, artful winemaking and a passion for excellence come together and create the magic in the bottle.

Places to Visit

Here are some places to visit while visiting San Luis Obispo. From beaches to farmer's market, SLO has you covered for fun things to do!
Unique small town located right on the coast. Avila Beach has shops, restaurants, a pier, and one of the nicest beaches to enjoy what the Central Coast has to offer. There is a farmer's market that runs April thru September on Fridays 4 to 8pm.
329 locals recommend
Avila Beach
329 locals recommend
Unique small town located right on the coast. Avila Beach has shops, restaurants, a pier, and one of the nicest beaches to enjoy what the Central Coast has to offer. There is a farmer's market that runs April thru September on Fridays 4 to 8pm.
Among locals a smile forms on the face when Avila Valley Barn is mentioned. A favorite spot to stop off and buy the freshest fruit and vegetables grown locally, pick up a pie or bakery treat, stop off for lunch from our deli or get an ice cream on the way to Avila Beach. There are hayrides, farm pets and U-Pick. Avila Valley Barn is truly a place built for the whole family in mind.
144 locals recommend
Avila Valley Barn
560 Avila Beach Dr
144 locals recommend
Among locals a smile forms on the face when Avila Valley Barn is mentioned. A favorite spot to stop off and buy the freshest fruit and vegetables grown locally, pick up a pie or bakery treat, stop off for lunch from our deli or get an ice cream on the way to Avila Beach. There are hayrides, farm pets and U-Pick. Avila Valley Barn is truly a place built for the whole family in mind.
Pismo Beach is located right on the coast with restaurants, shops, bowling alley, and a newly renovated pier. The beach stretches for miles and even has dunes that you can visit - if you are feeling adventurous, you can even rent dune buggies and go explore them yourself!
187 locals recommend
Pismo Beach
187 locals recommend
Pismo Beach is located right on the coast with restaurants, shops, bowling alley, and a newly renovated pier. The beach stretches for miles and even has dunes that you can visit - if you are feeling adventurous, you can even rent dune buggies and go explore them yourself!
Open-air market held every Thursday evening, with local farm stands, street food & live music.
150 locals recommend
Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
Higuera Street
150 locals recommend
Open-air market held every Thursday evening, with local farm stands, street food & live music.
Beautiful views if theMission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa located in the heart of downtown. This Spanish mission was founded in 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.
107 locals recommend
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
751 Palm St
107 locals recommend
Beautiful views if theMission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa located in the heart of downtown. This Spanish mission was founded in 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.
Bubblegum Alley is known for its accumulation of used bubble gum on the walls of an alley. It is a 15-foot high and 70-foot long alley lined with chewed gum left by passers-by.
48 locals recommend
Bubblegum Alley
734 Higuera Street
48 locals recommend
Bubblegum Alley is known for its accumulation of used bubble gum on the walls of an alley. It is a 15-foot high and 70-foot long alley lined with chewed gum left by passers-by.
Family-friendly, large-screen movie venue with concession stand, showing 2 new releases nightly.
49 locals recommend
Sunset Drive-In Theatre
255 Elks Ln
49 locals recommend
Family-friendly, large-screen movie venue with concession stand, showing 2 new releases nightly.
327 locals recommend
Hearst Castle
750 Hearst Castle Road
327 locals recommend
151 locals recommend
Elephant Seal Vista Point
151 locals recommend

Hikes

San Luis Obispo is well-known for the breathtaking views that our peaks have to offer. Whether you are looking for a short walk or more rigorous hike, there are many options to fill your heart with the great outdoors.
Sometimes called Bishop’s Peak, but more formally known as Bishop Peak, this mountain is the most sought after summit in San Luis Obispo that is 3.4 miles round-trip. Bishop Peak is the tallest of the Nine Sisters, the picturesque volcanic Morros stretching across San Luis Obispo. The iconic mountain has a rocky crown shaped like a bishop’s miter, which provides panoramic views over the city and nearby peaks. The single-track trail to the 1,559-foot summit is demanding and rewarding – a truly excellent hike. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/bishop-peak-trail-from-patricia-drive
90 locals recommend
Bishop Peak
90 locals recommend
Sometimes called Bishop’s Peak, but more formally known as Bishop Peak, this mountain is the most sought after summit in San Luis Obispo that is 3.4 miles round-trip. Bishop Peak is the tallest of the Nine Sisters, the picturesque volcanic Morros stretching across San Luis Obispo. The iconic mountain has a rocky crown shaped like a bishop’s miter, which provides panoramic views over the city and nearby peaks. The single-track trail to the 1,559-foot summit is demanding and rewarding – a truly excellent hike. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/bishop-peak-trail-from-patricia-drive
Cerro San Luis Obispo Loop Trail is a 3.9 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near San Luis Obispo, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/cerro-san-luis-obispo-loop-trail
37 locals recommend
Cerro San Luis Obispo
37 locals recommend
Cerro San Luis Obispo Loop Trail is a 3.9 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near San Luis Obispo, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/cerro-san-luis-obispo-loop-trail
Avila Ridge Trail, also known as Ontario Ridge Trail via Sycamore Springs, is a 4 mile out and back trail located near Avila Beach, California that offers scenic views. The trail is rated as moderate and primarily used for hiking, walking, trail running, and nature trips. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/ontario-ridge-trail
27 locals recommend
Ontario Ridge Trail
Ontario Ridge Trail
27 locals recommend
Avila Ridge Trail, also known as Ontario Ridge Trail via Sycamore Springs, is a 4 mile out and back trail located near Avila Beach, California that offers scenic views. The trail is rated as moderate and primarily used for hiking, walking, trail running, and nature trips. https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/ontario-ridge-trail
Terrace Hill is a 0.9 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near San Luis Obispo, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/terrace-hill
21 locals recommend
Terrace Hill
21 locals recommend
Terrace Hill is a 0.9 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near San Luis Obispo, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/terrace-hill