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Rating
 
American/
Bakery
11/20
 
2015 Monterey St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-544-6100 | Menu
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 American comfort food --- potato pancakes, potpies, patty melts --- amid cutesy-kitschy-country décor. Read GAYOT's Apple Farm Restaurant Review

 
 
BelgianQuick Bite
 
1127 Garden St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-784-0422
  
 This tiny spot caters to fry aficionados. Read GAYOT's Bel Frites Restaurant Review

 
 
Contemporary/
Vegetarian
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. Read GAYOT's Big Sky Cafe Restaurant Review

 
 
Cajun/
Creole
12/20
 
1000 Olive St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
805-544-2100
  
 Bon Temps serves Creole food at near coffee shop prices. Read GAYOT's Bon Temps Creole Cafe Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian13/20
 
1037 Monterey St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-545-8000 | Menu
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 All the favorite Italian appetizers plus pastas, steak, chicken and fish. Read GAYOT's Buona Tavola Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian13/20
 
1819 Osos St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-541-6800
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 Favorites include the broiled Tuscan-style chicken and the osso buco. Read GAYOT's Cafe Roma Restaurant Review

 
 
Pizza/
Italian
12/20
 
San Luis Obispo Downtown Centre
876 Marsh Rd., Sp. E
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-784-0790 | Menu
  
 While pizza with cross-cultural toppings is the main draw, the other dishes also merit attention at this San Luis Obispo location. Read GAYOT's California Pizza Kitchen Restaurant Review

 
 
Seafood/
Raw Bar
14/20
 
1051 Nipomo St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-547-1111 | Menu
  
 Stylish seafood grill and raw bar in downtown San Luis Obispo showcasing cioppino and Pinots. Read GAYOT's Ciopinot Seafood Grille & Oyster Bar Restaurant Review

 
 
Mediterranean/
California/
Vegetarian
14/20
 
J.P. Andrews Building
998 Monterey St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-783-1135 | Menu
  
 A stylish downtown spot for a glass of wine, cocktails and wine-friendly cuisine. Read GAYOT's EP Koberl at Blue Restaurant Review

 
 
California/
Mediterranean
13/20
 
Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort & Spa
1215 Avila Beach Rd.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
805-595-7302 | Menu
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 Garden-fresh fare amid tranquil surroundings at the Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort & Spa. Read GAYOT's Gardens of Avila Restaurant Review

 
 
Japanese/
Sushi
13/20
 
570 Higuera St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-543-8942 | Menu
  
 Sushi and sashimi and an extensive menu of cooked Japanese specialties served promptly and with aplomb. Read GAYOT's Goshi Restaurant Review

 
 
Crêpes/
Sandwiches/
Vegetarian
12/20
 
Crossroads Center
3211 Broad St., Ste. 121
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-783-2013
  
 Enjoy savory and sweet crêpes at this tiny café, or try one of the tasty sandwiches or salads. Read GAYOT's Le Ciel Crepe Cafe Restaurant Review

 
 
Global/
Tapas/
Small Plates
14/20
 
1023 Chorro St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-540-5243
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 Seasonally inspired, locally sourced global fare in the heart of San Luis Obispo. Read GAYOT's Luna Red Restaurant Review

 
 
Chinese/
Vietnamese
12/20
 
1316 Madonna Rd.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
805-541-4590
  
 Expect authentic Chinese and Vietnamese flavors from the extensive menu. Read GAYOT's Mandarin Gourmet Restaurant Review

 
 
American/
Diner
12/20
 
1575 Calle Joaquin
San Luis Obispo, CA 93405
805-541-2940
  
 Step back in time at this old-fashioned diner that offers good quality American foods made fresh daily. Read GAYOT's Margie’s Diner Restaurant Review

 
 
Small Plates/
Wine Bar/
Mediterranean
Quick Bite
 
1880 Santa Barbara Ave., Ste. 130
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-548-8070
  
 Enjoy seasonal small plates featuring gourmet ingredients culled from the shelves of this upscale market and wine bar. Read GAYOT's Meze Wine Cafe & Market Restaurant Review

 
 
Global/
Small Plates
14/20
 
726 Higuera St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-543-3986 | Menu
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 An artsy eatery for global dishes from Thailand, Japan and the Mediterranean. Read GAYOT's Novo Restaurant Review

 
 
Moroccan/
Mediterranean
13/20
 
675 Higuera St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-543-1155 | Menu
  
 Delight in authentic Mediterranean flavors, especially those of Morocco, in this casual downtown eatery. Read GAYOT's Oasis Restaurant Review

 
 
Italian13/20
 
1010 Court St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-541-9922 | Menu
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 This Italian establishment offers seasonal fare, whether enjoyed in the dining room, the upscale bar or from the express deli. Read GAYOT's Palazzo Giuseppe Restaurant Review

 
 
Japanese/
Small Plates/
Sushi
13/20
 
857 Higuera St.
San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
805-544-7258
  
 Expect tradition fused with innovation at this stylish downtown spot serving up everything from sushi to ramen to yakitori. Read GAYOT's Raku Restaurant Review

 
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