50 Best Vegetarian Restaurants near Avila Beach

“The food and the bar tenders were amazing! Had a wonderful Mother’s Day. Thank you“

“Amazing wines and the GM was very nice and knowledgeable with the wines ! Would definitely visit next time I visit this area !“

“My husband selected Fat Cats for lunch on vacation because he used to be a regular 30+ years ago. I can't rave enough about our experience! We actually got there between the lunch and dinner rushes and were met by extremely friendly crew! The diner was pleasantly decorated and the seating was comfortable. However nothing prepared me for my meal. I ordered the ahi burger. It was perfectly seasoned, cooked, and accompanied. Definitely will stop by every visit to this part of Cali!!!“

“So fun on Christmas day. very busy but still professional“

“While I can’t speak to how this place compares to other locations as I’m fairly new to the wine scene, this place has certainly set a standard that I will be gauging future outings to. My girlfriend and I stayed at Avila for our anniversary and decided to try out this location, and I’m glad we did. I unfortunately can not recall the name of the blonde woman who served us, but she made the visit a pleasant experience. From giving us detailed descriptions of the wines, to making sure our glasses were not empty for too long, and for sweetly giving us some extra samples to taste when she learned about our anniversary, she really did make our wine tasting a great one. I hope someday in the future we will be able to stop by again!“

“Food was excellent. The standouts were the best fries and clam chowder we’d ever had. The service is fast and the atmosphere is clean and inviting. They are dog friendly and even have a menu just for dogs. Our Maltipoos shared the “Marley and Meat” and loved their meals. We all agreed that Rick’s was our favorite meal of this vacation, and we will be back next time in Avila Beach.“

“Good pizza. Nice staff quick service“

“Good food and great atmosphere“

“The best Impossible burgers!“

“Been looking for good barilla tacos. I finally I did!! Delicious, quality, portion size and price I highly recommend them“

“The food was amazing we really loved the quality and flavors. While the service wasn’t excellent and our server seemed a bit rushed, we still had a wonderful overall experience.“

“Great Burgers and Fries..nice people and very clean..love it..will make a stop next time..💓💓💓“

“Such a gem in this town. Beautiful restaurant with bright colors, great service and excellent food! There is something for everyone. No kids menu but there are many options that our kids loved. We had the bbq tempura cauliflower, empanadas, ceviche, chicken plate with fries, fish, seafood...and the drinks are spectacular! Everything was so good. Definitely coming here again.“

“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!“

“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.😋😋😋😋“

“Food was delicious and fresh!“

“We placed a large order of food for about 30 people ahead of time for an event and the Green Olive crew NAILED IT. The timing, the accuracy, and of course, the taste! Very thankful for Zach and the rest of the Green Olive crew for making our event special and tasty! We had a lot of variety but our favorite dishes were the Filet Mignon Kebabs, Chicken Kebabs, and Gyro wraps. Delicious!“

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

“Easily the freshest ingredients, friendliest service and most ideal crust (between crisp and chewy thin crust). Hands down the best pizza I've had in central coast.“

“Popped in while passing through about 20 minutes before closing which I hate to do but we were so hungry! Got the Crunchwrap supreme and it’s the best one I’ve had. Just the right amount of spice and blend of flavors! Was done quickly and out of there! It’s take out but they do have 2 tables inside. 10/10 would go here again!“

“The service was amazing. Multiple employees helped us pick the perfect sandwiches for our mood and cravings. The sandwiches were a great value for their price, mine had so much chicken it was difficult to bite. The variety was amazing, and customization options increased that even more. I was even impressed by the quality of the paper used to wrap our to go orders. I highly recommend this deli shop.“

“Holy heck this place is good... Antonia's is a hidden gem in the center of SLO. My first was the Margarita Pizza, and it was so good I didn't want it to end! Now I'm back for The Special.“

“Food made from scratch and flavorful. Loaves and buns are available for purchase. Will go again!“

“Yes, you will need a reservation, but they were kind enough to reserve a special table for us to honor our 10th anniversary! We were greeted with smiles and staff was quick to offer either still or sparkling water [nice]. Our water pourer, Maddie, was ahead of our thirst all evening and our glasses never were empty [we went through three bottles!]. Our server, Haley, was attentive and professional. She very capably poured the Justin Isosceles and went over the menu to answer any questions. My tuna tataki was exceptional...it may be an appetizer, but it was incredibly tasty and filling. The lady thoroughly enjoyed her local sablefish [first time] and its yummy accompaniments. The wine list is strong and reasonably priced. Beautiful views of Pismo Beach enhance the dining experience. The restaurant is on point, clean top notch restrooms and obvious elegance. We couldn't believe there wasn't any dress code...folks showed up looking like they just walked off the beach without a wink. Ahh...the beach life in Pismo is quite relaxing.“

“we absolutely loved Linnaea's Cafe. Tasty espresso, baked good and burritos. Cute establishment, Nice barista in an amazing location. We will be back!“

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

“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!“

“Just Love them, ya just can't beat them for a great breakfast! Try it you'll like it! ❤“

“Amazing flavor, generous portions, great customer service! Highly recommend! Can’t wait to go back!“

“Sam and Mariah are such exemplary and loving community members that their bread is as good as it is. And Mariah just started making the best scones on top of all the love and work she pours into bread all morning!! Her and Sam work as crazy hard as they do because they love it and we love you bread bike!!“

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

“I love Petra’s! We found this place at the beginning of Covid and have been going ever since. Last week driving from northern to southern CA we stopped for lunch(of course). I got distracted and left my purse…didn’t notice until Santa Maria. Called, of course they had my purse…AMAZING CREW AMAZING FOOD! Thank you“

“Excellent flavors Excellent service We will definitely be back“

“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“

“We had the most tasty Peruvian food in downtown San Luis Obispo at Coya in their new location at 851 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401. The chicken saltado one of the best I have ever had. The beef empanada large. The passion fruit drink, Maracuya, refreshing. All house made authentic Peruvian food. I hope you will visit Coya and enjoy the food as much as we did. The ambience beautifully decorated with traditional Peruvian products, clothing, hats, purses, dolls, cookies, coffee and lamas. Large dinning room and outdoor seating nice. We can’t wait to visit again to try More Peruvian food. Catalina the owner, very welcoming and took good care of us. Thank you 🥰“

“The food is incredible- it was an explosion of flavor and don’t hesitate to step out of your comfort zone to try something new. 5 out of 5“

“It all starts with sourcing the ingredients. This place does it better than any other. So fresh so and unique. Pair that with hand stretched dough and homemade sauce and you have the best pizza on the Central Coast. I’ve also been really impressed with their wine selection. They have some local favorites and some really awesome bottles you may not have heard of.“

“We were here for the first time, and it won't be the last! Great food & beers & service!“

“This was our first time here, and we absolutely loved the pizza—it tasted like it was made with so much love! The service was super friendly and made us feel right at home. Highly recommend checking this place out if you’re in the area!“

“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.“

“Great food in this sweet little corner restaurant. Hand made fresh tortillas are delicious.“

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

“As the PTA President that also works in our wonderful wedding industry, I knew just the right caterers for my teacher appreciation week ! Haute skillet blew away the staff and many were grabbing seconds for the next day. A great mix of food for all taste buds ! I had a mix of meat, gluten free and vegan for all my staff members needs. I’ll be booking again !“

“Great server, great food and atmosphere!“

“Now open for dinner on Friday and Saturday! We’ve eaten both breakfast and lunch here many times and it never disappoints. They now have 2 patios—the new one in front is a positive addition, and the original one is still lovely with all the garden plants. Good variety on the menu, kids menu, wine and wine cocktails as well.“

“Great atmosphere. Great food“

“The best carnitas tacos ever, beyond my imagination of off the chain, scrumptious! Wish it was where I live, just passing through & definitely something I will miss being a regular frequent taco Tuesday 2 for $5, beyond excellent 👌👌👍👍 fried crispy on the edges yet still a tender succulent bite to eat & seasoned to perfection, a must try!!! Very hospitable & the flan is to die for, the texture is between pumpkin pie & cheesecake & it tastes like custard, soooooo yummy to perfection! Definitely highly recommend this place! The people are so nice, definitely give them a try!“

“When we come to the Pismo Beach area to “glamp” Gino’s is ALWAYS a must. The pizza is delicious! The pasta dishes equally yummy. And the salads??? Outstanding. We highly recommend Gino’s. (As…Native New Yorkers. AKA Pizza Pros) . 😀😀“

“Had a really great homemade breakfast! Scones are insane! And the coffee is amazing!“

“Amazing flavor, generous portions, great customer service! Highly recommend! Can’t wait to go back!“