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Best Romantic Restaurants in Avila Beach

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A photo of Gardens of Avila Restaurant restaurant
4.8
Exceptional(945)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • San Luis Obispo
Booked 14 times today
The Gardens Restaurant at Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort, a favorite spot for locals as well as travelers, is situated in a beautiful garden setting in the Avila Valley. Savor the flavors of the award-winning contemporary California cuisine inspired by the surrounding local wine country.
A photo of Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(4553)
Price: Expensive
• Steakhouse • San Luis Obispo
Booked 39 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.
A photo of Cafe Roma - San Luis Obispo restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1749)
Price: Expensive
• Italian • San Luis Obispo
Booked 15 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.
A photo of Vista Steak and Seafood restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1761)
Price: Expensive
• Seafood • Pismo Beach
Booked 44 times today
Vista Steak and Seafood is located on the bluffs in Pismo Beach overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Featuring all natural hormone free steaks and fresh seafood, this coastal dining one of a kind restaurant has something that will sure to please everyone. Reservations are highly recommended. We gladly accept reservations for parties of 6 or less via Open Table. Please call the restaurant directly for parties of 7 or more ~ 805-556-9000. We will do our best to accommodate seating requests however we can not guarantee a specific table. Vista has no outdoor seating so please leave your fur babies at home.
A photo of Granada Bistro restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1193)
Price: Expensive
• Californian • San Luis Obispo
Booked 6 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.
A photo of Pono Pacific Kitchen restaurant
4.9
Exceptional(644)
Price: Expensive
• Pacific Rim • Pismo Beach
Booked 10 times today
Pono Pacific Kitchen offers Pacific Rim cuisine that focuses on local favorites with a style of cooking and presenting dishes that combines ingredients, influences and techniques from not only Hawaii but also Asia, California and Mexico and the western coasts in general.

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  • Rachael
    California Central Coast •24 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    One of our most favorite places to go to dinner. We drive 45 minutes to do it because the food and the service in the view are outstanding. Genuinely some of the best service that you can find on the central coast
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    Vista Steak and SeafoodPrice: Expensive• Seafood• Pismo Beach
    4.7
  • Teri
    Asheville / Western North Carolina •69 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 1 day ago
    Consistently tasty. Excellent and attentive service by Ben and his support team. Reasonable pricing. 9n the revisit in the future list.
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    Cafe Roma - San Luis ObispoPrice: Expensive• Italian• San Luis Obispo
    4.7
  • vito
    Los Angeles •2 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 5 days ago
    Very good food as always. The dining room is quite the visual experience. A must go and experience if you have not gone there. Great service, great food and an overall beautiful place to visit.
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    Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna InnPrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• San Luis Obispo
    4.7
  • Monica
    Washington, D.C. Area •3 reviews
    5.0
    Dined 7 days ago
    What an amazing little bistro!! Such a breath of fresh air (and not just because the cozy outdoor seating). My husband, daughter and I all ordered different dishes for dinner and we were all impressed. The food was delicious, prices are reasonable, the staff is wonderfully polite and attentive and everything is just so comfortable. We had the best family dinner. The winter squash farrato was lovely and hearty and perfect for what I was looking for. My husband enjoyed the beef bourguignon with its classic flavorful rendition and a good portion of beef. Will be back frequently!
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    Granada BistroPrice: Expensive• Californian• San Luis Obispo
    4.6
  • Nicole
    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities •1 review
    5.0
    Dined on Jan 1, 2025
    We took our Mother to lunch today and it was so great! Food was delicious, the mimosa flight was perfect for 2. Our server was so sweet and attentive. Made our reservation through Open Table, no fuss, and indicated a birthday celebration was the event, they comped the dessert and didn't make weird by singing 😀 10 out of 10, would recommend
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    Gardens of Avila RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Californian• San Luis Obispo
    4.8
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