Sidney’s SLO guidebook
Hikes/ outdoor exploring
This little hill is right across the bridge from the condo and has some of the most amazing sunset views!
21 locals recommend
Terrace Hill
This little hill is right across the bridge from the condo and has some of the most amazing sunset views!
One of my favorite hikes in SLO! Amazing 360 views at the top!
30 locals recommend
Bishops Peak Trail Head
Brittany CircleOne of my favorite hikes in SLO! Amazing 360 views at the top!
There are hikes, beaches, sand dunes, paved walkways here - and they are all beautiful!!! There's something for everybody. I cannot recommend this place enough it is my favorite place in the whole world.
341 locals recommend
Montaña de Oro State Park
3550 Pecho Valley RdThere are hikes, beaches, sand dunes, paved walkways here - and they are all beautiful!!! There's something for everybody. I cannot recommend this place enough it is my favorite place in the whole world.
This is a paved walk through the trees and ends up at Avila beach! Great for kids, biking, roller blading, or just walking on your own.
24 locals recommend
Bob Jones Trail Head
7009 Ontario RdThis is a paved walk through the trees and ends up at Avila beach! Great for kids, biking, roller blading, or just walking on your own.
This is a pretty difficult hill, but is relatively empty - compared to Bishop's peak - and has beautiful views at the top. This is for people who want a challenge or a good workout.
High School Hill
High School Hill TrailThis is a pretty difficult hill, but is relatively empty - compared to Bishop's peak - and has beautiful views at the top. This is for people who want a challenge or a good workout.
Other cute central coast towns to check out
This is a very cute, small beach town. I usually go to Hidden Kitchen to get blue corn waffles for breakfast, then walk on the beach or go to one of the many gorgeous hikes around town.
69 locals recommend
Cayucos
This is a very cute, small beach town. I usually go to Hidden Kitchen to get blue corn waffles for breakfast, then walk on the beach or go to one of the many gorgeous hikes around town.
This is another cute town on the central coast. They are well-known for their famous pie shop: Linn's Pie Shop and the Cambria Christmas lights/ Christmas market in December. This is a must-do for kids.
128 locals recommend
Cambria
This is another cute town on the central coast. They are well-known for their famous pie shop: Linn's Pie Shop and the Cambria Christmas lights/ Christmas market in December. This is a must-do for kids.
Favorite restaurants
This is my go-to for date nights. They don't take reservations, so go early and put your name down, then walk around or grab a drink while you wait for your table. BEST GLUTEN-FREE PIZZA IN TOWN! Seriously. You cannot tell it's gluten free. Don't worry, gluten-lovers, they have regular pizza as well :).
32 locals recommend
Flour House
690 Higuera StThis is my go-to for date nights. They don't take reservations, so go early and put your name down, then walk around or grab a drink while you wait for your table. BEST GLUTEN-FREE PIZZA IN TOWN! Seriously. You cannot tell it's gluten free. Don't worry, gluten-lovers, they have regular pizza as well :).
This place is also amazing, fresh food with great flavors. They are well-known for their paellas. Big outdoor patio, great food. I love grabbing a drink and sitting by the fire - you always get to meet great people!
Fun-fact: I worked here at a host in college :)
72 locals recommend
Luna Red
1023 Chorro StThis place is also amazing, fresh food with great flavors. They are well-known for their paellas. Big outdoor patio, great food. I love grabbing a drink and sitting by the fire - you always get to meet great people!
Fun-fact: I worked here at a host in college :)
This is another local favorite Italian place. Get a reservation if you can. I hear the espresso martinis here are to die for...
75 locals recommend
Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica
849 Monterey StThis is another local favorite Italian place. Get a reservation if you can. I hear the espresso martinis here are to die for...
Breweries and cocktail bars
Hotel SLO rooftop bar is a must-go at sunset. Seriously unbeatable views with great drinks and food. I want to live up here. Watch the sunset here, then head to Sidecar for some amazing cocktails.
6 locals recommend
Hotel San Luis Obispo
877 Palm StHotel SLO rooftop bar is a must-go at sunset. Seriously unbeatable views with great drinks and food. I want to live up here. Watch the sunset here, then head to Sidecar for some amazing cocktails.
Best cocktails in town. hands down. also very well-decorated. I love hanging out here. Also you HAVE TO get the brussells sprouts. "brussels sprouts? really?!" Yes. Really. get them. I have dreams about these brussels sprouts...
Also everybody is super friendly, so if you're on your own sit at the bar and meet some people. :)
56 locals recommend
Sidecar
1040 Broad StBest cocktails in town. hands down. also very well-decorated. I love hanging out here. Also you HAVE TO get the brussells sprouts. "brussels sprouts? really?!" Yes. Really. get them. I have dreams about these brussels sprouts...
Also everybody is super friendly, so if you're on your own sit at the bar and meet some people. :)
Great outdoor brewery - this is where I meet a few people for drinks and games. They often have live music too! There is a whiskey bar right next door for the liquor-lovers.
18 locals recommend
SLO Brew Rock
855 Aerovista LnGreat outdoor brewery - this is where I meet a few people for drinks and games. They often have live music too! There is a whiskey bar right next door for the liquor-lovers.
One of my favorite breweries. You can walk here by crossing the bridge and walking on the bike/walking path. It's near the end of the path, probably a 20 min walk, you'll see a sign for it on the left.
22 locals recommend
Bang the Drum Brewery
1150 Laurel LnOne of my favorite breweries. You can walk here by crossing the bridge and walking on the bike/walking path. It's near the end of the path, probably a 20 min walk, you'll see a sign for it on the left.
Libertine Brewing Company
1234 Broad StAnother local favorite brewery.
Blast 825 Taproom
733 Higuera StGreat for groups - right downtown - good choice of beers.
Wineries
Great local winery with a great outdoor space for wine tasting right outside of town.
27 locals recommend
Biddle Ranch Vineyard
2050 Biddle Ranch RdGreat local winery with a great outdoor space for wine tasting right outside of town.
Another great local winery with a great outdoor tasting space. great for groups
37 locals recommend
Tolosa
4910 Edna RdAnother great local winery with a great outdoor tasting space. great for groups