Restaurants in Pismo Beach

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

“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.”

“Some of the best middle eastern food you'll find and uniquely inside a liquor store. They understand vegan and can make their vegetarian dishes into vegan meals. The service was fast and we are outside on one of their picnic tables. Highly recommend for a delicious meal fun experience.”

“We came in today from NCounty to check it out. All the IG posts make my mouth water! We got two shaved ice, an ube/Taro smoothie and a spam musubi. Everything was so so so good but the customer service was even better. Very sweet and welcoming staff running this place. Will absolutely be back!”

“great micro brews delicious food, and warm company. if you are rolling past Pismo or spending time in the area, highly recommend spending some time here.”

“The staff at Ada's was very friendly and accommodating. They were able to make adjustments to dishes if requested. Ada's clam chowder was different from other places I have ordered clam chowder (comparing with Ivars and Moe's); added fresh chives, gave the broth more flavor than usual. The potatoes in the chowder were the right consistency. Creamy soup without seeming like gravy nor thin. The portion was about 1.75 cups. Ample side sourdough bread. The crust was soft and not dried out. The staff was accommodating, providing peppermint tea and plenty of hot water in a teapot, which I found charming. Parking is an issue, but welcome to costal CA. Everyone has consisdered the limits of possible parking and made diagrams in compensation. The indoor dining room tables are fairly close proximity, so be prepared to possibly know the topic of your neighbor's conversation.”

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

“Service 10/10 food 10/10 atmosphere 10/10 lol. This place was so dang good. The garlic cheese bread was so good focaccia like bread! The pizza was also great and the chicken parm jeez i will come to this area just for this place again forsure!”

“My husband and I absolutely love this place! The food is consistently fresh and delicious, and the staff is always welcoming and friendly. Omar, in particular, goes above and beyond — he’s incredibly helpful with recommendations and always makes sure everything is perfect. YNot has truly earned our trust and has become a go-to staple for us!”

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

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

“this is my happy place! staff always go above and beyond to make our stays great. they are friendly and i love how every time you walk thru the lobby they greet you with good morning...welcome back ..etc. the restaurant is absolutely to die for. the rooms are amazing and the views breathtaking. we visit at least twice a year and always celebrate our anniversary here ! January cant come soon enough.”

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

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

“The bakery and sandwiches (including the bread and rolls) are made on site daily. Very fresh and well made with quality ingredients. Types of sandwiches rotate daily. They seem to all disappear by lunch time. Highly recommend picking one up with your coffee or tea.”

“We love coming here. We stop every time we are close. It’s always busy and the cinnamon rolls are always fresh.”

“I had the absolute pleasure of working with Jess today. From the moment I walked in, I was greeted with the biggest, most welcoming smile. Throughout my entire visit, she was polite, kind, and genuinely funny. Jess is truly customer-driven and makes the experience unforgettable. Because of her, this will be the store I choose to visit again and again. Jess deserves every bit of recognition, and I’m proud to give this store my business because of her outstanding service.”

“We discovered this place during a weekend trip to pismo beach from the Bay Area. Fast forward a few months and we had to stop here again on our way to Santa Barbara just because of that memory of great food we had here. The food is so exceptional - you can just tell that it’s high quality ingredients made in the most authentic way possible. My only concern is that this is now this is one of our all time favorite restaurants but we live in Bay Area 😭”

“The best pizza we’ve had in years, what a gem!”

“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.”

“Love the ambiance of this restaurant! And the food was excellent. We got fresh fish tacos and a tuna sandwich. I love that the fish is fresh and local. Great spot, and easy walk from the pier.”

“Great place right on Shell Beach Road in the Village. Sandwiches are awesome. Highly recommend!”

“I got a caterpillar roll, which is the one with the avocado spread on the top with no sesame seed and my husband got a Washington roll. The dinning area is very clean. I was very happy with my sushi roll we both were. Thank you 🙃”

“Puffer's is the place to be!! 🍷🎶🍷🎶🍷🎶🍷🎶🍷🎶🍷🎶🍷🎶”

“I've been to Breezeway Cafe once, and the folks who run the place are sweethearts. My partner spilled his Americano, and they remade it for him, which they didn't have to do. Their portions are enormous. A side of bacon and biscuits with gravy will last you, or at least me, two meals. The Strawberry Dream was great, perfect amount of ice cream, strawberries, and breading. My only feedback is both the gravy and breading could use a little more salt, but I'm sure I could ask for that next time. I wish they weren't 300 miles away from where I live”

“My wife and I had brunch at Vista Steak and Seafood Restaurant. I had the chilaquiles with 2 over easy eggs on top and my wife had the chorizo with eggs. Food was great so was the service I can't forget the view was beautiful.”

“This is my first time hanging out in Pismo Beach, and I'm really thrilled with the Sea Crest hotel and this place.

Starting with Carlos, who brought bread and opened up the service, he was the epitome of efficiency and sociology.

Justin was attentive and gave us plenty of space when we weren't ready.

The food was great, the atmosphere was fun, and there was something about the pizza where the crust seemed both light and filling.

We are eager to come back on our next trip here.”

“Great food,fast act employees overall awesome service!😋”

“Great atmosphere. Great food”

“Best meditritan food......if you going to a place like pismo beach & you are hungry & craving something with rice then do go there....luv their chicken swarma n also the kabob wrap.....there is no wait line n the chefs are super fast....& you can choose your own drinks....plenty varieties to find. Luv ❤️ this place.”

“Staying at SeaVenture Beach Hotel was an amazing experience from start to finish. The location is absolutely perfect, right on the beach, with stunning ocean views that make every moment special. Watching the sunset from the balcony was one of the most relaxing and beautiful experiences.

The rooms are spacious, stylish, and very comfortable, with thoughtful details that make you feel right at home. Having a private balcony and enjoying the fresh ocean breeze made the stay even more memorable.

The staff was welcoming, friendly, and always ready to help with anything we needed. If you're looking for a peaceful beach escape with great views and excellent service, SeaVenture Beach Hotel is definitely the place to stay. I would happily come back again!”

“Always awesome with great food and good drinks.”

“Great food, drinks & vibe!💕”

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

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

“First time at this place yesterday. Went in to get a coffee for my tired husband, I don’t drink coffee, but the barista was super friendly, showed me the specialty drinks. And then made a good suggestion on how much espresso it should have. I got the caramel vanilla latte. He loved it!

Definitely coming back!”

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

“Went on farmers market night !! Wanted to sit down .. all the food was fabulous .. garlic fries.. tri tip salad.. pulled pork sandwich House wine was fine ❤️”

“Great food and drinks! First time there def won’t be the last!”

“Wonderful staff and service! The food is fresh and delicious, and the cocktails too. We love coming here for happy hour to catch the beautiful sunsets.”

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“Friendliness & quick service”

“We love serving our own yogurt and picking from all the yummy topping choices!”

“Excellent service snd food and Million dollar view! We will be back! Jenn was great!”

“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”

“Love this coffee shop! I was very impressed with their customer service direct from the owner herself when I was in there today. Thank you for being an amazing local spot I can take my little family to 🤍”

“Nice wines to choose from and the staff was extremely knowledgeable and friendly.”

“Absolutely delicious! We had two different kinds, both super tasty. This place has real fruits and berries and nothing artificial. Very friendly staff. Highly recommend!”

“Had been craving ice cream after a rough day and this hit the spot. Thanks guys! 🍦”

“Friendly, excellent service, food, parking, *****+”

“We got into the area kind of late and wanted a good pizza for the kids. I went and ordered carry out and had a beer while I waited. The staff was super friendly and the pizza was some of the best we’ve had! We got a half supreme and half bacon/sausage. Definitely recommend!”

“We enjoyed our meal here. I think that they may have been understaffed at they seemed to struggle to keep up with so the tables they were taking care of. The food was great with dinner unique options available. The restaurant theming was nice as well, had a bit of a Disney feel to it.”

“Great patio , great food and a friendly staff 💜”

“10/10, I’m from Pittsburgh Pa, and travel all over the US for work. This is my absolute favorite restaurant, hands down. It doesn’t get any better than this place. Excellent food every time. I make sure to visit every time I’m in town.”

“Rosa’s is one of my very favorite restaurant. Wonderful service and wonderful food. We have shared many wonderful memories 🌺 Thank you🎉 #birthdaydinnerwithfamily”

“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.”

“I just had to share about this fantastic place I stumbled upon recently – it’s truly a hidden gem! From the moment I walked in, I was struck by the incredibly welcoming vibe; it’s got this wonderfully relaxed atmosphere that just makes you want to settle in.

The team working there was absolutely delightful too – so warm and genuinely friendly, they really made the whole experience even better. And let’s talk about their beer menu! They have such an impressive and diverse selection, you’re bound to find something you love.

But seriously, if you go, you absolutely must try their soft pretzels. They’re ridiculously good! And trust me on this: grab a Roadster Red to go with them, especially if it’s a sunny day. That combo is pure perfection – honestly, it was the highlight of my afternoon.”

“Amazing customer service. They stayed open just a few minutes longer for us and packed the cups full of delicious ice cream. Made for a very enjoyable stroll on the Pismo pier after and a perfect end of the evening.

Will definitely be back!!”

“looks lot different in the bar it's been year's since I been to Pismo Beach I meet lot nice people when I stop in I'll have come back someday”

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

“Good food and good service”

“Their lattes are superior unfortunately their espresso machine appears to always be broken :/”

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

“I was there having my bday dinner the other night. I worked in customer service for many years so I know what’s good and what’s not in service. We luckily had a server named Judah. This young man was so awesome! He was very attentive and friendly and he was overall amazing at his job! He had such a great personality too. Thank Judah for your great customer service. I hope you get a raise! You deserve it. :)”

“Got here on an early Saturday evening and got seated right away

First come first serve

We ordered 4 rolls:
DJ Roll
Garlic Chip Roll
Pismo Beach (upgraded to real crab)
Hungry Roll

Very tasty indeed.
Quick friendly service
This is a winner!”

“Mountain mikes has excellent pizza”

“The food is delicious with fresh colorful veggies. The staff is friendly and fast! Highly recommend!”

“We've been coming here for 40 years and it's always been a favorite spot for fish and chips and tri tip! The atmosphere is wonderful (patio), and it's the first place that we go for food when visiting the central coast! An absolute must!”

“The Banana bread is good. I go there everytime Im in Pismo”

“The view is pointing towards the pier. And we were seated in cabana which was a nice experience. We Went during happy hour, and was a little disappointed that the menu becomes extremely limited during this time. We came ready to EAT! But we decided on a cocktail and we shared a flatbread. I’m unsure of the name of the cocktail (it was a blood orange color with tequila and tajin on it) she loved it. We both enjoyed the flat bread.
Hope to make it for dinner menu one day. Reminder: if it’s hot out, you are in direct sunlight during the day.
I recommend giving trying them out but if you are hungry make sure to go during lunch or dinner. lol”

“Dining out and given the option of a special is always a treat and i usually go for it. one word to describe the skirt steak last night GROSS...never have i seen or been served such a horrible piece of meat. embarrassment for your chef/ kitchen and then our server. Lisa was so helpful and caring, sure it messed her up for awhile too. by the way its librarian lisa. bottom line no way should a kitchen send out such a tough piece of meat, I couldnt even cut it . it was either not prepped correctly or the supplier might needs replaced? sorry we're locals and enjoy the patio and will continue for breakfast, but the dinner menu is off limits.”

“We stayed at Vespera Resort last December for a local anniversary staycation with our two dogs, and it far exceeded our expectations. From the moment we checked in, the front desk staff made us feel so welcomed and celebrated—especially Danielle, Aiden, and several other team members whose names I can't recall, but whose kindness made a lasting impression. The little touches throughout our stay, like a surprise delivery of wine and cake to our room and genuine warmth from every staff interaction, made our celebration feel truly meaningful. Thanks to this stay, we’ve already booked a return visit for our next celebration in October. We’re so grateful to the Vespera team for making our anniversary unforgettable.”

“Where do I even begin... Just don't... Look on my page on my reels and that's not even the tip of it I have more pictures. And honestly it wasn't a many thing the only thing I wanted was the sincere apology from one of the staff like a manager. Please read and more reviews will come on multiple websites so this doesn't happen to others. I booked this hotel solely because I thought that we would be able to see the fireworks on 4th of July from the balcony (im a single mom who loves to travel). When I called on 4th of July someone answered and said yes the pool in the top would be open, When I got here with my family it was not. Also the room was late because they were cleaning it and I had to wait over 40 minutes.... So I carried on with my day and then later and later as I got into my room I started hearing some noise, It was the sync bubbling up with sewage. My 1st instinct was to call the lobby they said that they would send somebody shortly, No one came so I ran to the lobby and I showed them a picture. (I had already spoken to yet another staff member who said someone will be there and shrug me off. ) After I showed him the picture then they sent a janitor still no manager apologizing. They gave me a breakfast voucher which was OK but still no official apology nothing sincere. So for $600 almost, I didn't get access to the balcony on 4th of July even before the event, My room was late because they were cleaning it, I have sewage in my sink which I have videos of dark water boiling in my restroom sink out of nowhere. In that same restroom I had to take a shower which was mind boggling. Not one manager came to apologize they did not care. They only had very few staff on site. Then the next day that I got access to the Jacuzzi I found myself cleaning it out because it had bugs in it from the event last night which tells me they did not even clean it. I don't know how many illegalities this hotel is doing but for that price charging About $600 around there They should ensure that their service meets the price tag. I've stayed at plenty of hotels cheaper ones more pricier ones and I've never had this experience the one where people have this demeanor of not caring about their customers. Go to other hotels save your money or at least a headache. There's plenty of other beautiful resorts you don't need to go through what I went through. They did not care at all they were not kind mind you I'm a single mother traveling with 2 children they did not do anything to ensure it was a good day to apologize my son cried seeing that seek filled with dark stuff bubbling .. I didn't even care about getting my money back what I cared about was getting a sincere heart fell apology something called kindness. I will continue to make an updated video in the future of my experience here with photos and videos since I was treated so poorly. Just don't do it.”