Restaurants near Avenue Inn Downtown San Luis Obispo

37 restaurants available nearby

1. Bear & The Wren

4.7

Exceptional(143)

Price: Expensive

• Pizzeria • San Luis Obispo

Booked 23 times today

A kindly-crafted wood fired eatery combining modern style with an aged finish. Located at The Creamery Marketplace, tucked behind the intersection of Higuera and Nipomo Streets, we offer an experience unlike any other. Our open-concept kitchen boasts an impressive wood fired oven were we craft hand-made Neapolitan style pizzas to order. Soft lighting, low music, and a relaxed atmosphere can be found throughout our indoor dining space. Garage style doors roll up to reveal outdoor dining on our bricked patio where heaters warm up the cooler months and an upbeat, lively feeling resonates throughout the spring and summer seasons. Full service is available at the bar, seating is first come, first serve. We welcome you to join us for dinner, Tuesday-Saturday from 4-10pm.Please Note: Our seating is a mix of tall tables with barstool style seating, as well as standard height tables with traditional chairs. Our outdoor patio also includes two large tables with bench style seating.

2. Mistura

4.8

Exceptional(1641)

Price: Expensive

• Peruvian • San Luis Obispo

Booked 6 times today

The word Mistura brings together the essence of Peru, a vision of its people and cuisine, a wondrous blend of cultures of priceless heritage. Our Mistura is a modern Peruvian restaurant that is as lively as the country and biodiversity it celebrates. Mistura captures the multicultural spirit of Peru, combining its native Incan and Pre-Columbian culinary heritage with the Italian, Spanish, Japanese, and Chinese influences that embody the country's flavorful cuisine. Mistura is an authentic tribute to the diversity of Peruvian food, proposing familiar yet unexpected and adventurous flavors.

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3. Japanese Restaurant Goshi

5.0

Exceptional(539)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • San Luis Obispo

Booked 14 times today

Located in the heart of San Luis Obispo downtown, serving authentic Japanese food starting from Sushi and traditional tei-shoku. Don't forget to enjoy soothing sake and Japanese beer!

4. Mama's Meatball

4.8

Exceptional(1131)

Price: Moderate

• Italian • San Luis Obispo

Booked 2 times today

There are many Italian Restaurants in San Luis Obispo, but if you're looking for a truly authentic Italian dining experience, then you should consider Mama's Meatball Restaurant. Rated among the best San Luis Obispo restaurants, Mama's Meatball uses the freshest, quality ingredients grown locally to create some of the most outstanding dishes you could find in San Luis Obispo eateries. For your convenience, Mama's Meatball offers dine-in, takeout and delivery service. Mama's Meatball is one of the few restaurants near Mission San Luis Obispo, and a block away from hotels in downtown San Luis Obispo to offer private dining options and banquet accommodations for corporate parties and family celebrations. Click here to request a quote for your next private event. Check Out Charity Water! https://www.charitywater.org/mamas-meatball

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5. Copper Café and Bakery, at Madonna Inn

4.3

Awesome(1993)

Price: Expensive

• American • San Luis Obispo

Booked 56 times today

The Copper Café is popular with tourists and locals alike for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, in a warm and charming atmosphere. Copper counters, rich Bavarian woods, and lovely natural lighting will transport you to a quaint European village. Our Madonna Inn Bakery, featuring world-famous cakes, pies, cookies, along with French and Danish pastries remains open and available for walk-in and pre-ordered items.

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6. Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn

4.7

Exceptional(4546)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • San Luis Obispo

Booked 71 times today

Enjoy an award winning dining experience in our world-famous pink and gold Steak House - offering a comfortable and opulent dining atmosphere. Indulge in a delicious oak-pit-barbecued steak, fresh seafood, chicken, or vegetarian entrees. Featuring a superb wine list, decadent world-famous desserts and a whimsical, European atmosphere. Boutique shopping makes for a fun experience before or after you dine with us.

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7. Lure Fish House - San Luis Obispo

4.5

Awesome(71)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • San Luis Obispo

Booked 44 times today

Welcome to Lure Fish House, if your preferred reservation time is not available about half of our overall seating is unreserved for walk-ins. Our bar and oyster bar areas offer our full service menu and are open seating in order of arrival. Lure Fish House is a Ventura California based family-owned restaurant featuring the freshest sustainable seafood from trusted sources. Our Arizona Lure has its seafood order prepared in our own Ventura California seafood cutting facility and is directly driven to Arizona about 15 hours after it is ordered from the chef in Scottsdale. We feature organically grown local produce and wines from local vineyards whenever possible. We also feature a full bar with specialty cocktails made with freshly squeezed fruit juices and a raw bar serving a variety of fresh chilled seafood and oysters.

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8. Cafe Roma - San Luis Obispo

4.8

Exceptional(1747)

Price: Expensive

• Italian • San Luis Obispo

Booked 12 times today

For over four decades, the Rizzo family has been serving authentic Italian cuisine in San Luis Obispo. At Café Roma, you can indulge in homemade pastas, wood-fired pizza, and fresh seafood. Don't miss classic dishes like Osso Buco with Saffron Risotto, shortrib pappardelle, and Bistecca alla Fiorentina.Inside Café Roma and you'll feel like you've been transported to Italy. From the vintage Italian bike hanging above the bar to the Murano glass chandeliers and Tuscan murals, every detail has been thoughtfully curated to celebrate Italian culture. Pair your meal with one of the many wines on Café Roma's extensive list, which changes monthly to include new and exciting Central Coast and Italian finds.Café Roma is a popular destination for locals, vintners, families, travelers, and professionals alike. Whether you're looking for a romantic date night spot or a gathering place for friends and family, you'll find it here.

9. Granada Bistro

4.6

Exceptional(1190)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • San Luis Obispo

Booked 12 times today

The heart and inspiration for Granada is the beloved and pre-existing Granada Bistro. This space has been renovated and re-imagined in industrial chic design, serving seasonal, farm-to-table ingredients sourced from Central Coast farmers and purveyors. Dishes inspired by Mediterranean culture, French and Spanish cuisine. Small plates, charcuterie and the freshest local seafood, meats, and produce are complemented by an eclectic wine list including Spanish and French selections, and a range of the Central Coast’s finest artisan wine producers.

10. The Oak Grill

4.3

Awesome(382)

Price: Expensive

• Bistro • San Luis Obispo

Booked 2 times today

The Oak Grill Features new Californian cuisine showcasing the freshest ingredients from the Central Coast, celebrating each season with its unique offering and flavor profiles.

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Howard
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 1 day ago
It was an excellent romantic evening for my wife and I. Excellent service and excellent food . We will definitely be going back.
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Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna InnPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• San Luis Obispo
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Martha
Orange County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 5 days ago
This place was OUTSTANDING! We were greeted with a wonderful smile and the food was fantastic! We can’t wait for our next visit.
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Bear & The WrenPrice: Expensive• Pizzeria• San Luis Obispo
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DeeVIP
San Diego •18 reviews
5.0
Dined 6 days ago
Had a reservation and were seated quickly and loved where we were seated, in that seat by the window! Damian was our server and he was so personable and made wonderful food selection choices. He was very attentive and always checking if we needed anything else. Glad we came.
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Mama's MeatballPrice: Moderate• Italian• San Luis Obispo
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Chloe
Las Vegas •4 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 23, 2024
Food was amazing and good value!! Very intricate dishes and good balance of flavors. Design of the restaurant is also very nice
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MisturaPrice: Expensive• Peruvian• San Luis Obispo
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IrinaVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •11 reviews
5.0
Dined on Dec 19, 2024
As always the fish was fresh and we enjoyed every morsel of the rice.
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37 restaurants available nearby

1. Bear & The Wren

2. Mistura

3. Japanese Restaurant Goshi

4. Mama's Meatball

5. Copper Café and Bakery, at Madonna Inn

6. Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn

7. Lure Fish House - San Luis Obispo

8. Cafe Roma - San Luis Obispo

9. Granada Bistro

10. The Oak Grill

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