8 Best Restaurants for Special Occasions in Arroyo Grande

8 restaurants available nearby

1. Oyster Loft

4.9

Exceptional(3623)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pismo Beach

Booked 19 times today

More than a restaurant, Oyster Loft is an experience, where the excellent service is rivaled only by the flavor and beauty of our dishes, upscale cuisine and regional seafood dishes artfully prepared. Dine with sparkling views of Pismo Beach, and enjoy appetizers, seasonal main courses and indulgent sweets.Oyster Loft boasts a menu rich with fresh fish. Our raw bar features a variety of oysters shucked on the half shell from both the east and west coasts. The menu also includes seafood dishes, shellfish preparations and a selection of meat to round out the offerings. The range of the menu offers you the opportunity to choose your dining experience.

2. Ventana Grill

4.6

Exceptional(3201)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Pismo Beach

Booked 28 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.

3. Sea Venture

4.6

Exceptional(2391)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Pismo Beach

Booked 22 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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4. Marisol at the Cliffs Hotel and Spa

4.7

Exceptional(1364)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Pismo Beach

Booked 6 times today

Marisol at the Cliffs Hotel and Spa is the perfect spot for special occasions. Reviews rave about the amazing service, great views, and delicious food, making it perfect for anniversaries, birthdays, and other celebrations. The restaurant goes above and beyond, even recognizing special occasions with unique touches. One reviewer mentioned the hostess seating them right away for a better view, while another noted the restaurant decorated beautifully for the holiday season.

A photo of F. McLintocks Saloon & Dining House restaurant

5. F. McLintocks Saloon & Dining House

3.8

Excellent(1502)

Price: Moderate

• Steak • Pismo Beach

F. McLintocks Saloon & Dining House offers the best authentic ranch style cooking and atmosphere teamed up with high spirited service and genuine western hospitality. Ocean view dining, private banquet hall, and Bruce's private saloon on our ocean view deck! Live music every Friday and Saturday in our saloon with a cozy fire place. A dining experience that will leave life time memories!

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6. Gardens of Avila Restaurant

4.7

Exceptional(935)

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.

7. Adelina's Bistro

4.3

Awesome(1184)

Price: Expensive

• Californian • Nipomo

Booked 8 times today

The contemporary yet relaxed Adelina’s Bistro is where you’ll enjoy regional cuisine made fresh daily using the best local, organic produce. Given our location, you can also expect a hand-picked selection of superb Central Coast wines. The sophisticated and fun atmosphere encourages new friendships and lively conversation, and the food will delight all palates.

8. Ocean Grill

4.0

Excellent(50)

Price: Expensive

• American • Avila Beach

Just steps from the sand, Ocean Grill Avila Beach offers pristine ocean views paired with the best of California Coastal Cuisine.

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8 restaurants available nearby

1. Oyster Loft

2. Ventana Grill

3. Sea Venture

4. Marisol at the Cliffs Hotel and Spa

5. F. McLintocks Saloon & Dining House

6. Gardens of Avila Restaurant

7. Adelina's Bistro

8. Ocean Grill

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