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Central Coast, CA Best Value Restaurants


Looking for a steal of a meal? For a gourmet experience that won't break the bank, check out these Best Value Restaurants in Central Coast that give the most bang for the buck, including fine destinations where one can dine well for a reasonable price.

Big Sky Cafe Contemporary
12/20
1121 Broad St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-545-5401
Relaxed café serving everything from American comfort food to approachable ethnic cuisine, all with an emphasis on fresh, market ingredients. More...

Cafe Roma Italian
13/20
Dining Room at Cafe Roma, San Luis Obispo, CA 1819 Osos St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-541-6800
Favorites include the broiled Tuscan-style chicken and the osso buco. More...

Far Western Tavern Steakhouse
12/20
899 Guadalupe St.
Guadalupe, CA 93434
805-343-2211
The Minetti family has offered unlimited hospitality and value-priced Santa Maria ranch-style meals since 1958. More...

The Grill at Hunter Ranch American
12/20
Hunter Ranch Golf Course
4041 E. Hwy. 46
Paso Robles, CA 93446
805-237-7440
Above par golf course fare in the heart of Paso Robles wine country. More...

Hush-Harbor Artisan Bakery & Cafe Bakery
Quick Bite
5735 El Camino Real, Ste. L
Atascadero, CA 93422
805-460-0541
A true artisan bakery offering breads and pastries, plus topnotch lunches. More...

Kai Lana Sushi & Seafood Sushi
13/20
3000 El Camino Real
Atascadero, CA 93422
805-462-2232
Enjoy both traditional and inventive sushi, plus island-inspired dishes and non-seafood fare at this unassuming north county eatery. More...

Le Petit Marcel Mediterranean
13/20
Dining Room at Le Petit Marcel, Paso Robles, CA 1202 Pine St.
Paso Robles, CA 93446
805-226-8191
A notable wine list and casual French fare at value prices make Le Petit Marcel an ideal spot for an al fresco lunch. More...

Robin's Restaurant International
14/20
4095 Burton Dr.
Cambria, CA 93428
805-927-5007
You won’t find fusion here, everything’s fresh and true to it source, be it Morocco, Singapore or Mexico. More...

 

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