Best Lunch Restaurants in Avila Beach

19 restaurants available nearby

1. Custom House

4.3

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Avila Beach

Booked 20 times today

Welcome! Our Central Coast beach-side location holds beautiful views with a casual atmosphere. An excellent dining experience is our top priority. Our menu has something for everyone…fresh fish, hand cut steaks, refreshing salads and our specialty appetizers. We offer breakfast, lunch and dinner. Come and have a drink at our cocktail bar, or dine on our outdoor patio while gazing out across the beautiful San Luis Bay.

2. Ventana Grill

4.6

Exceptional(3201)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Pismo Beach

Booked 35 times today

Discover the cool, coastal world of Ventana Grill.With an atmosphere that channels the four elements, Ventana Grill in Pismo Beach immerses guests in the enchanting pleasures of the natural world. Dine surrounded by the rhythmic serenade of waves crashing on the beach below. The stylish dining room sits perched on a coastal bluff, treating guests to an endless view of azure blue and rich red sunsets.

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3. Gardens of Avila Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(936)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • San Luis Obispo

Booked 11 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.

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4. Marisol at the Cliffs Hotel and Spa

4.7

Exceptional(1364)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Pismo Beach

Booked 14 times today

Marisol translates to The Sun and the Sea; and no where is this more evident than through the flavors of the food. The menu at Marisol has been developed as New Spanish-American Cuisine. As the premier choice of Pismo Beach restaurants, all of the dishes at Marisol are prepared with a soulful touch by Chef Troy Tolbert and Pastry Chef Derek Brown, featuring produce from fields of local farmers, seafood fresh off the boats of local fishermen, and naturally raised meats and poultry. The wine list for Marisol is awarded by Wine Spectator and has an amazing Selection of wines by the glass page with many local wines from Monterey to Santa Barbara County. For the finest oceanfront dining experience, try our award-winning Pismo Beach California restaurant Marisol at the Cliffs Hotel and Spa. For hotel information, please visit https://cliffshotelandspa.com/

A photo of Copper Café and Bakery, at Madonna Inn restaurant

5. Copper Café and Bakery, at Madonna Inn

4.5

Awesome(1945)

Price: Expensive

• American • San Luis Obispo

Booked 74 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. Pequin Coastal Cocina

3.9

Excellent(254)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Pismo Beach

Booked 1 time today

Pequín offers whimsical Baja Coastal selections highlighting local ingredients accompanied by a tequila-inspired cocktail program. Named for a spicy little chili pepper, breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner comes with an unexpected twist. Join us for Happy Hour Monday - Friday from 3 - 6 PM for discounted signature drinks, wines by the glass, and Firestone Walker beers alongside tasty bites like guac & chips, taquitos, tacos, and more2 hours of Free Valet Parking when you show a dining receipt from Pequín.

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7. Japanese Restaurant Goshi

4.9

Exceptional(537)

Price: Moderate

• Japanese • San Luis Obispo

Booked 5 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!

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8. Vista Steak and Seafood

4.7

Exceptional(1703)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pismo Beach

Booked 37 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 Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn restaurant

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

4.7

Exceptional(4478)

Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • San Luis Obispo

Booked 48 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.

10. Sea Venture

4.6

Exceptional(2391)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Pismo Beach

Booked 16 times today

The SeaVenture Restaurant located on the beach in California Central Coast wine country, the third floor Restaurant allows you to take in breathtaking sunsets and panoramic beach and ocean views from large picture windows and outdoor decks. Chef Eddie Ruiz contemporary coastal cuisine is inspired by the surrounding local wine country. Our seasonal menu is prepared with locally farmed vegetables, premium pork and beef and the highest quality fish and seafood. All desserts are made in house from scratch.

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Brian
Orange County •3 reviews
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
Excellent breakfast menu and the service was outstanding
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Gardens of Avila RestaurantPrice: Expensive• Californian• San Luis Obispo
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4.7
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Kelly
California Central Coast •1 review
5.0
Dined 2 days ago
We had a wonderful dinner. The stuffed chicken dish was amazing! And the chopped wedge salad had a nice twist to a classic salad with the addition of fried shallots. Would definitely return their again!
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Custom HousePrice: Moderate• Seafood• Avila Beach
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4.3
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Kenneth D.
San Francisco Bay Area •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 16 Nov 2024
Excellent food and service. Best clam chowder I have ever had.....
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Ventana GrillPrice: Moderate• Latin American• Pismo Beach
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4.6
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Anne
San Francisco Bay Area •20 reviews
5.0
Dined on 12 Nov 2024
From the greeting at the check in, to the bartender, to EVERY single person we encountered, the kindness, enthusiasm and excellent service was amazing!! Highly recommend!
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Marisol at the Cliffs Hotel and SpaPrice: Moderate• Contemporary American• Pismo Beach
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4.7
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Scott
California Central Coast •3 reviews
5.0
Dined on 11 Nov 2024
Highly recommend making reservations if you’re planning to go. Wait times can be a little long. We had reservations and got seated right away. Food was delicious, and the portions were very generous for price point. Staff was super friendly and everyone seemed to help each other. Will be dining there again for dinner.
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Copper Café and Bakery, at Madonna InnPrice: Expensive• American• San Luis Obispo
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4.5

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19 restaurants available nearby

1. Custom House

2. Ventana Grill

3. Gardens of Avila Restaurant

4. Marisol at the Cliffs Hotel and Spa

5. Copper Café and Bakery, at Madonna Inn

6. Pequin Coastal Cocina

7. Japanese Restaurant Goshi

8. Vista Steak and Seafood

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

10. Sea Venture

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