50 Best American Restaurants near Avila Beach

“Our favorite spot in Avila! The food menu is simple but it’s literally perfection and such a fun experience shucking your own oysters. We stopped by with our pup and grabbed seats in the cute backyard area where there’s plenty of spots in the shade or at the counter if you want to people. We had a bottle of petnat (loved it!) and a dozen oysters and both were exactly what we were looking for on a hot sunny day. Everything here is local, the petnat is from SLO and the oysters are from Morro Bay and mignonette is also made from locally grown ingredients. We love oysters and the ones from Morro Bay are in the top 3 we’ve had for sure. The service was top notch and the only suggestion I’d make is to stay open longer; the backyard had cute cafe lights and would be a fun hangout spot in the evenings.“

“👍🏻 A great place to hang out on a Sunday afternoon and listen to live music and have a meal“

“We decided to try them on a whim, simply because I was curious to finally try escargot. Everything was so delicious! We just tried them today, and they are now on my list of absolute favorite places! The food is so delicious, the staff are amazing, and the views are stunning. 10/10. I can’t wait to come back!“

“Good food and great atmosphere“

“We were immediately greeted and seated (we made reservations online in advance)... our waitress greeted us within a short period of time and took our cocktail order... I'm happy they offer my favorite wine, Austin Hope Cabernet by the glass... I've only known Ember to offer it!... My son ordered a Ni Rada? Martini that tasted how I imagine a household cleaner to taste, he reluctantly sucked it down... we didn't bother to complain but we wouldn't recommend it... he later ordered a Paper Plane Martini which he liked better... After reading other reviews, I see we didn't get the initial bread w/Ricotta offering, probably for the best since we've cut down on gluten and wanted to try a pasta dish... We started with a (not pictured) POLPETTE (large meatball) and it was moist, flavorful, & yummy... alongside PAPPARDELLE RAGU, I was hesitant about it due to not being a fan of lamb... however, it was cooked perfectly without any hint of the game flavor I dislike... my only complaint is there isn't a gluten-free pasta substitute option... It may not be Michelin standard... but it would be great to have some gluten-free Ancient Harvest pasta with any of those yummy ragu/pasta sauces available for the many people with gluten sensitivities... MARY'S 1/2 CHICKEN was flavorful and yummy with the silky mashed potatoes... and the melt-in-your-mouth OSSO BUCCO and tasty polenta did not disappoint!... The atmosphere is cozy with home-style elegance... From the initial welcoming greeting, the friendly & timely food service, the "in-tune" staff that directs you to the restroom without having to ask, the constant spotting of Nate's friendly smile as he ensures his operations are running smooth and the thanks for your patronage as you leave... our experience was pleasantly memorable... This was my 2nd visit to Nate's... the first time I had the pork chop which was flavorful, tender and simply superb... We will return!“

“always GREAT! Very cool nw menu every month!“

“We were here for dinner on a recommendation from some local folks. Wow it exceeded our expectations. We were told to try the chicken and waffles, they did not disappoint, savory fried chicken on top of sour dough waffles with house made kimchi, yummmmm! We both got a cup of soup purple sweet potato puree, as pretty as it was delicious, and fresh sea food bouillabaisse equally delicious. Our only regret is that we were too full to try one of the wonderful desserts. We will definitely be back the next time we're in town.😋😋😋😋“

“Loved my experience here with friends the other day. I ordered one of their salads and it was so good and the flavors blended perfectly together! The Brussels sprouts appetizer is amazing and a must to try.“

“3 piece fish chips very small pieces over seasoned fries. Fish bite wet in mouth with oil. First time here“

“Good concept, menu could be more varied without adding more complexity…“

“First time trying this spot and we love it. definitely coming back. I recommend the double cheese burger if was amazing!!! lots of video games for the kiddos, air hockey table (watch your fingers) and alit of cool stuff to look at in the walls. The coolest things was to see all the board games up on a wall, all at the same time. thanks for your hospitality Jessica see you in August with a bigger crowd.“

“We had the bacon wrapped dates, Brussel sprouts and coconut shrimp tacos with key lime pie for dessert. Perfect amount shared by two. Every bite was delicious! Very creative drink menu, non alcoholic. Lovely outdoor seating and dog friendly.“

“MUST visit San Luis Obispo staple for breakfast, breakfast burrito, omelets, country fried steak, big ol country scramble, coffee, fruit, quick eats, to go orders and more! Do not miss out on this breakfast spot, it is maybe the best no frills breakfast in San Luis Obispo. Skip Lure and get a meal here.

Andres and Demi are both incredible staff and I have watched each of them go above and beyond for patrons literally every time I visit this location. Thank you so much for all the coffee and the incredible food. Your art with a coffee cup is appreciated and thank you Demi for the local oddity shop recommendation!

Dietary restrictions: Staff is very aware of and willing to work with any dietary restrictions

Parking: Protected, shaded and wonderful parking spots for breakfast or lunch!

Kid-friendliness: Wonderful kid menu with tons of options and a kitchen that is willing to work with kiddos complex orders lol.

Wheelchair accessibility: Property is fully ADA compliant and accessible to wheelchairs and individuals with disabilities.“

“Urbane Cafe went above and beyond my expectations with their teacher appreciation day. I enjoyed my free meal and the 1:1 attention and greeting that welcomed me to the location. It was my first visit to any Urbane Cafe and Arroyo Grande did the name and their store proud. Thank you.“

“We simply loved our first time at Kitchen & Vine today! (SLO Public Market). I enjoyed the classic breakfast. Hearty, high quality bacon! Delicious. The potatoes were awesome. I grew up on a farm, and on breakfast like this, and I love that I can find it "farm fresh" here in SLO. The sourdough bread was fantastic! It had us ask "do you make your bread or who does?" Back Porch Bakery was the response. So great. Peter said to me, "please get some." 😊 We also loved the setting, the spaciousness of the place. Really big patio and outdoor space. And, a wonderful woman took our order. She totally heard me, got us and delivered. See, my husband likes his hot food really HOT in temperature and his cold food really COLD. So when we order we always make a special request about it. She was so great AND when she brought his Carnitas Scramble out it was STEAMING. 🥰 It was also delicious. Finally, our dog Sophie was seen and appreciated. A server came by and asked if he could bring her a bowl of water. A big bowl came and she lapped it up appreciatively. We'll be back. We already know it's going to be a favorite. Wonderful energy. ❤️“

“We love it here! Very nice.“

“Friendliness & quick service“

“Well established and great reputation. Very good service.“

“I had to get my Spirit burger and sweet potato frie Fix! soooo good. But honestly the whole menu is great“

“We arrived for 5 p.m. Friday evening for patio dining and live music. Pleasantly surprised to be offered free champagne or a glass of wine (from 4-6 pm weekdays)The view was spectacular the service was great and I have recommended to my friends that we should come back on another Friday.“

“Had the absolute best experience!! Had not been in such a long time and so glad I went! Service was amazing and our waitress was so sweet and funny! Was the best start to our day we didn’t know we needed!! 10/10! This place is back in the starting line up!!“

“Amazing service and great food!!!“

“Service was outstanding! Food and beer great as well. First time there and will go back.“

“Amazing food that is very inspiring, unique and delicious. Nothing else like it in the area. A must for any foodie who appreciates well thought out dishes.“

“Wonderful place to relax and enjoy great food and cocktails.“

“The best Tri tip tacos I've ever had and super fast service and friendly courteous staff and highly recommended“

“I had their chorizo and eggs so yummy!“

“We had a delicious pizza very good, oh, and the wine was superb!“

“I had the tuna bowl and the filet Mignon with mashed potatoes. My friend had the Mushroom Alfredo pasta. Everything was delicious.“

“Cool hangout, we sampled a few of the beers and are planning on trying the food.“

“Absolutely perfect from the moment you step foot into the hotel! Favorite part has to be the views and private spa on the patio❣️“

“Beautiful ambiance. The guitar player’s music hit just the right balance of soul/jazz. The dishes were fantastic and the portions substantial.“

“Amazing Gluten free options as well as great burgers!“

“Local goto place for burgers, loaded fries and Baja fish tacos. It's got a dive bar vibe located right across from the splash cafe. Happy hour starts at 2pm!!! $7,$8 margaritis and mai tais and food costs only $7-$8! They allowed us to park our bike outside and the service was wonderful!“

“Awesome experience, great service and delicious food & drinks!“

“We are from the Bay Area, but Zorro’s is probably my top restaurant for Mexican food among all we frequent. Tastes are exquisite. A very large selection. Staff is friendly and efficient. I wish we could go there each week, but alas, we would have to travel 200 miles to do so. You will not regret this. Enjoy and savor the experience.“

“We have been to Cafe Roma a few times, and each time has been a great experience. This time, we went on a Monday night, for a birthday dinner. It was a quiet evening for the restaurant, which made it that much nicer for us! Excellent service (thanks, Tristan!), delicious food - oh, my, those escargot! - and a wine list with a wide range of choices, especially of Italian wines. Delightful! We'll be back!.“

“Absolutely our fav place to go! From being dog friendly to the awesome atmosphere with the fire outside and excellent service- it’s just great! 🍺🩵“

“Great atmosphere. Great food“

“Delicious food and a most excellent Bloody Mary.“

“Awful service!!! We needed a table for 2 and was told 5 minutes so we put our name on the list. Another server came to the next couple in line. Asked how many and the server took them straight to a table. At one point there were no servers on the floor for a solid 10 minutes. Nobody checked on us and we wanted another beer. I went to the bartender to order the beers, having to pay separately because they can't transfer the tab to the table. Not to mention that the bathrooms had ZERO toilet paper. None of the stalls. Not a good experience“

“7 of us went there after a hike. Food and service was excellent!!! Will definitely be back!“

“We had an amazing meal for my daughter's birthday and our server was great.“

“Pretty good stuff from what I saw. I was there visiting a friend.“

“Great breakfast selections! Excellent curation of ingredients to make your tummy happy!“

“We used slo provisions for a brunch for 100 people and I would hire them again! They make amazing food and they are so easy to work with. We modified the menu many times and each time they responded quickly and had thoughtful recommendations. When we needed to make adjustments based on allergies, they were quick to outline how we could best accommodate our guests. I would highly recommend them for your party.“

“Sidecar is a must here in San Luis Obispo! The staff and the owners and everything about the place will knock your socks off. I think it’s high time. You guys open a second Sidecar by me in So Cal!“

“My whole fam came and ate and it was awesome! Nachos are large, their carne asada is great! And their burritos are large!“

“My mom and I had been driving all day and pulled into Hoagies about 2 minutes before closing time. We asked CJ and Taylor if it would be possible to still order some food. They said they were happy to do so! Then we told them they we both have celiac disease and asked if they could give us something gluten free. They both went out of their way to read labels for us and even asked if we would like to have corn tortilla strips on our salads instead of croutons (which are not gluten free). They couldn’t have been nicer! As a plus, the food was delicious. Susan and Megan“

“Amazing food! I love this place, the food is sooo good, fresh and good quantity and friendly service. Today, I had one of my fav: biscuits and gravy, hash browns and a pancake!!!!!!! Can’t wait to go back“