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Top-picked restaurants in Pismo Beach

by Emily Neumann • January 8, 2025

Pismo Beach, nestled along California’s stunning Central Coast, isn’t just a haven for surfers and sun-seekers—it’s a food lover’s paradise. Whether you’re craving fresh seafood, locally sourced ingredients, or unique culinary experiences, this beach town offers a smorgasbord of dining options. Here are our top picks for restaurants in Pismo Beach that you absolutely must…

Spooky Halloween Events in San Luis Obispo County – 2024 Edition!

by Emily Neumann • October 18, 2024

Looking for Halloween fun in San Luis Obispo County? From family-friendly festivals to spooky nighttime adventures, there’s something for everyone. Here’s your go-to guide for all the ghoulishly good happenings this October! 1. Cambria Scarecrow Festival 📅 October 1 – October 31, 2024 👻 Wander through Cambria to discover quirky, creative scarecrows that celebrate the…

Memorial Day Celebrations SLO County 2024

by Ashlea Boyer • May 17, 2024

Let the Good Times Roll! Here’s your guide to Celebrating Memorial Weekend this year in San Luis Obispo County. Get ready to kick off the summer season with a bang as San Luis Obispo County hosts a lineup of fun-filled events that promise something for everyone. From art enthusiasts to wine aficionados, music lovers to…

Dive into Deliciousness: Pono Pacific Kitchen in Grover Beach, CA

by Ashlea Boyer • May 2, 2024

Nestled in Grover Beach, California, Pono Pacific Kitchen promises a culinary adventure bursting with freshness, flavor, and good vibes. This spot isn’t just a restaurant; it’s a celebration of all things seafood, served up with a side of coastal charm. Step inside and you’re greeted with a laid-back vibe that instantly puts you at ease.…

TASTE OF PISMO 2024 — April 20, 2024 at Dinosaur Caves Park

by Ashlea Boyer • April 1, 2024

19th Annual Taste of Pismo Saturday, April 20th

Are you ready for the 19th Annual Taste of Pismo? Tickets are on sale now! The 19th Annual Taste of Pismo will be held on Saturday, April 20th from 1:00 – 4:00 pm. This annual event is the premier culinary, wine and beer event on the Central Coast. With the Pacific Ocean as your backdrop,…

Steaming Bean in Shell Beach, CA — More than Just Coffee!

by Ashlea Boyer • March 27, 2024

As a local on the Central Coast, I can’t get enough of Steaming Bean. Tucked away in the heart of our beloved Shell Beach, CA, this café is a true treasure. Sure, the coffee is fantastic—bold, aromatic, and expertly brewed—but let’s talk about the food. Oh, the food! From the moment you step inside, the…

A Taste of Italy at Trattoria Uliveto in Orcutt

by Ashlea Boyer • November 1, 2023

Nestled in the charming town of Orcutt, Trattoria Uliveto is a culinary gem that transports diners to the heart of Italy. With its inviting ambiance, warm hospitality, and a menu that boasts authentic Italian flavors, this restaurant has become a beloved dining destination for those seeking a taste of Italy on the Central Coast. I’ll…

The Garden Mediterranean Restaurant & Cafe — More Like the SECRET Garden Cafe!

by Ashlea Boyer • June 2, 2023

We recently had an opportunity to try this delicious Santa Maria staple in the heart of middle Broadway! Upon entering you are greeted with a lovely outdoor seating area in a lush tropical garden complete with water features and an open bar – very tropical vibe. Instantly the mood is set – like you are…

Back With A Bang – Arroyo Grande Harvest Festival

by Ashlea Boyer • September 15, 2022

ARROYO GRANDE HARVEST FESTIVAL IS BACK! After two years missed due to the pandemic, the Arroyo Grande Harvest Festival is back with a bang! Coming September 23rd and 24th this downtown village event is getting back on track beginning on Friday from 4:00pm with a Dinner Dance at the newly refurbished 1897 Tabernacle at Camp…

Rancho Nipomo brings “Cal-Mex” to the Central Coast!!

by Ashlea Boyer • August 4, 2022

We stumbled into this yummy pitstop during the peak of the Covid shutdown – searching for time outside in our Jeep we had just come back from some trails off of 166. We immediately were lured in with a band playing, and plenty of outdoor seating. The bar area has large doors open to the…

It’s BBQ Season! Get Your Grill On!

by Ashlea Boyer • May 31, 2022

Summer Days – Summer Glaze! Summer is among us and to me summer days means it is time for barbecues and friends! Barbecuing can be so fun and rewarding and you can do it in so many different places – the beach, the lake, your home, the park, even on the back of a tailgate…

Have You Tried HARVESTLY?

by Ashlea Boyer • March 23, 2022

In our household it is a rarity for my husband and I to disagree on things. However, our weekly conversations on what food to buy and meals to make, occasionally are a heated topic. While I am the kind of person who would be fine on a diet of mostly veggies, my other half doesn’t…

Top 5 Valentine’s Date Spots In and Around Pismo Beach

by Ashlea Boyer • February 12, 2022

Oyster Loft with Executive Chef, Jared Hurst Dinner with a view of The Pismo Pier! Listen to the waves crashing while sipping one of their amazing specialty drinks. Last week I enjoyed a delicious tequila-based cocktail with a hibiscus “bubble”, then watched as it popped with a beautiful puff of smoke sprinkling magic all over…

Pumpkin Patch Adventures Await at Tar Creek Ranch in Arroyo Grande

by Ashlea Boyer • October 20, 2021

Fall has always been my favorite time of year. Not only does the weather transition from warm to cool but the color of the trees’ leaves transition from green to auburn and yellow. It’s a reminder that the year will soon be over with the ramping up for the holiday season about to begin. My…

Back to School – Back to Life – Tips for Organizing Your Family!

by Jordan Hamm • August 24, 2021

With the end of summer finally here, I’m actually feeling thankful for the routines and schedules to start flooding my life. We sure have had fun vacationing and making memories, but after almost two years of us working and schooling from home, this school year is bringing welcomed change to our lives. I’m having to…

Great Eats in Los Osos – The Olde Ale House

by Ashlea Boyer • July 19, 2021

If you are ready to grab a great bite out and try somewhere new to eat, check out the Olde Ale House in Los Osos! Located next to Rexall’s on Los Osos Valley Road on the way to Montana De Oro State Park, this is the perfect stop for a local beer after a long…

Wine 4 Paws – Drink Wine and Support Homeless Pups!

by Ashlea Boyer • March 31, 2021

Spring is here! The weather is changing, and it’s about time to enjoy the outdoors. Want an opportunity to drink wine and help Woods Humane Society? Well now’s your chance! On April 10-11 you can help the animals at our local shelter either online, or in person by wine tasting while also supporting over 75…

Meal Prep Steps to Impress!

by Ashlea Boyer • January 28, 2021

What! Can you believe that we already in February 2021!?! How are your New Year’s Resolutions going? Don’t give up, I’m here to help…. One of my secret weapons and biggest time savers has been meal prepping. If I don’t meal prep, I do not stay on track. When it comes to what you eat…

Let’s Support our Local Businesses this Holiday Season!

by Ashlea Boyer • December 21, 2020

Dinner? Check. Gifts? Check. Table Décor? Check Check Check! While the Pismo Beach Homes Team is grateful to be experiencing a successful year due to a robust market, we feel compelled to make sure to support the community that supports us – and hopefully ensure that our favorite restaurants and small businesses survive this last…

Meet Brooke Town, Owner of the Spoon Trade

by Ashlea Boyer • August 28, 2020

Living in Pismo Beach, where we connect you with some of our favorite people who live and work on the Central Coast. Those community and business leaders who make living on the Coast such a unique and diverse experience. Episode #17 Brooke Town owner of the spoon trade Brooke Town owner of the spoon…

Meet Michelle Berrera, Owner of Enjoyslo.com

by Ashlea Boyer • August 21, 2020

Living in Pismo Beach, where we connect you with some of our favorite people who live and work on the Central Coast. Those community and business leaders who make living on the Coast such a unique and diverse experience. Episode #16 Michelle Berrera, the Owner of Enjoyslo.com Michelle Berrera, the Owner of Enjoyslo.com, joins…

Ada’s Fish House in Pismo Beach

by Ashlea Boyer • May 15, 2020

A word that has been frequently thrown about since that fateful week in mid-March when California shut down to flatten the curve is “pivot”. Business owners are encouraged to embrace the new normal, shift their practices and “pivot” to a new direction embracing the current “situation” and restrictions. Watching our favorite business owners grapple with…

Pismo Beach Chamber of Commerce Valentine’s Wine Walk!

by Ashlea Boyer • February 11, 2020

The annual Valentine’s Day Wine Walk is back and better than ever! With Valentine’s falling on a Friday this year, the Pismo Beach Chamber folks have redesigned the Wine Walk for the weekend! No need to agonize over expensive and elaborate plans for your Valentine! Unlike previous Wine Walks hosted by the Pismo Beach Chamber…

SLO COUNTY RESTAURANT MONTH

by Ashlea Boyer • January 21, 2020

CALLING ALL FOODIES! Sound the alarm! There are just two weeks left to take advantage of SLO County’s “Restaurant Month!” This is a fantastic opportunity to enjoy a three-course fixed menu at many participating restaurants around the county for the low, low price of $30 per person! Plus, many restaurants also offer a wine pairing…

Grab a Coffee at Kraken

by Jordan Hamm • December 3, 2019

The central coast has gained another Kraken Coffee and it is just what Pismo Beach needed! Comfortable seating and freshly roasted coffee with the bonus of ocean views gave me a refreshing start to my morning. If you need a little bit more sustenance to start your day, then they offer up delicious handmade breakfast…

Cape Cod Eatery & Taphouse

by Ashlea Boyer • November 25, 2019

Shell Beach has a brand-new restaurant you won’t want to miss — Cape Cod Eatery, located at 1127 Shell Beach Road, recently opened it’s doors and has instantly become a new hot spot! The Cape Cod Eatery & Taphouse gets its name from the building where it makes its home — previously “The Cape Cod…

Quality Coffee at Quintessa

by Ashlea Boyer • September 30, 2019

Drive down Highway One in Oceano and you will find the sweetest little coffee shop around. It is my local fav! A big change from the branded chain coffee shops, filled with advertisements, and step into Quintessa. This lovely roasting house has a warm inviting environment where you are greeted by a friendly barista, ready…

Ada’s Fish House – Coastal Cuisine in a Casual Setting

by • September 6, 2019

If you live in or have visited Pismo Beach then you have been to Rosa’s Ristorante Italiano. This cornerstone of the city restaurant scene has been at the southern entrance of Pismo for 30 years. Chef Doug MacMillan’s parents opened the restaurant – a homage to his mother, Rosa, who was born in Bonito, Italy.…

Shin’s Poke Pismo Beach

by • May 24, 2019

As I type my mouth is already watering and it’s barely past breakfast! While Poke has been a staple of the local diet in Hawaii, it has slowly made its way across the Pacific and hit our shores hard – so much so that you can find it in the supermarket! But not all Poke…

Enjoy the Strawberry Festival in Arroyo Grande

by Jordan Hamm • May 21, 2019

Memorial weekend is coming, and with it some sweet, juicy strawberries! Arroyo Grande’s 36th annual strawberry festival is here again and the event schedule sounds as delicious and entertaining as ever! If you have never been to this event that happens every year in the quaint little village of Arroyo Grande you are in for…

La Esquina in the Creamery, San Luis Obispo

by Ashlea Boyer • April 2, 2019

In California the word “taqueria” can be loosely translated into English as a restaurant that serves tacos and burritos. However, when you dine at La Esquina Taqueria in San Luis Obispo, you know you are going to be able to get classic Mexican dishes. Their take on the classics make La Esquina unique and well worth a visit as my wife and I found out on a recent Sunday night. …

Puffers of Pismo

by Ashlea Boyer • January 23, 2019

There is a sweet little spot, just blocks to the beach in Downtown Pismo Beach called Puffers of Pismo. From the moment you walk through the door, you are welcomed by friendly staff, warm tones in the décor and delicious aromas from the kitchen. Make sure to belly up to the bar and introduce yourself…

Tapas by La Bodega

by Ashlea Boyer • November 19, 2018

New to the restaurant lineup in Pismo Beach this year is La Bodega, specializing in shareable Tapas plates. An inviting environment of warm colors, luscious aromas, beautiful wines and delicious farm to table fresh food. Located in a lovely building that offers soaring ceilings and plenty of natural light. There is a small outdoor patio…

Giuseppe’s Cucina Italiana – Pismo Beach

by • August 31, 2018

It was with much anticipation and delight that we celebrated Giuseppe’s original Pismo Beach Location’s re-opening this past Spring. When fire ravaged the popular downtown restaurant we all wondered if they would return. But we were encouraged by Chef Giuseppe DiFronzo’s promises that they would be back! http://giusepperustica.wixsite.com/pismogiuseppes In the meantime, he opened a new…

Willow Pismo Beach

by Ashlea Boyer • August 31, 2018

Looking for a fun place with an excellent view in Pismo Beach? Look no further than Pismo’s newest hotspot at Willow located at 2131 Price St. This building used to be the old Marie Calendars right in front of the Sea Crest Hotel. The new owners have done a complete remodel that is so inviting…

Memorial Day Weekend Event – 35th Annual Strawberry Festival in Arroyo Grande

by Ashlea Boyer • May 22, 2018

Memorial Day weekend is typically defined by when and where you are BBQing. However, if you live on the Central Coast there is another time-honored tradition – the Annual Strawberry Festival in the Village of Arroyo Grande. For 35 years we have dedicated this weekend to celebrate our favorite local fruit – the strawberry. Once…

Cinco De Mayo Celebration at Fin’s Seafood Restaurant

by Ashlea Boyer • April 26, 2018

Want to do something fun to celebrate Cinco De Mayo and do good for the community at the same time? Fin’s Seafood Restaurant in Grover Beach is the place to be! Fiesta at Fin’s is holding its “dinner for a cause” on May 1st from 5:00pm to 9:00pm. All proceeds will be going towards Five…

The Poke Craze Has Come to Town!

by • April 24, 2018

Poke is a sushi-grade seafood dish that has long been a favorite in Hawaii and is having a surge of popularity here on the mainland. Here on the Central Coast, where we have access to high-quality, fresh seafood, it’s a given that this trendy meal has finally arrived! Poke is a great appetizer, lunch or…

Inn at the Pier – Resort at the end of the Pismo Beach Pier

by Ashlea Boyer • February 22, 2018

Pismo Beach has a new place to brag about that you don’t want to miss. The new Inn at the Pier is located at 601 Cypress Street, Pismo Beach. This gorgeous 104 guest room boutique hotel has an inviting entrance with friendly employees greeting you upon arrival. The lobby features tall ceiling which flood natural…

Virtjuice in Arroyo Grande: Locally grown, Tastefully healthy.

by Ashlea Boyer • December 14, 2017

Locally grown juice and healthy foods business in Arroyo Grande.Be prepared! Virtjuice in Arroyo Grande is not your every-day, mass-produced Juicing experience. When you visit you may meet up with “Rico Suave” hanging out by the “Matcha Machine” talking about his “Indian Summer.” Just kidding! Those are really names of just three of the many…

Brunch on Wheels

by Ashlea Boyer • May 18, 2017

Avila Beach Resorts has been offering an absolutely fun event for all ages with free admission to the public called Brunch on Wheels where you can indulge in small bites to full meals from an array of gourmet food trucks. These events are being thrown just about once per month. I have attended two…

Farmers Markets: Offering Local Fare and Fun!

by • March 13, 2017

Growing up on the Central Coast one of my favorite things to do was to go to the local farmers markets. Where else can you sample cuisine from multiple local restaurants, listen to a variety of local musicians, and get your grocery shopping done all in one place? Make it a family or friend’s…

THOMAS HILLS ORGANICS

by • January 23, 2017

It just so happens that right behind our Paso Robles office sits a gem of a restaurant – opened in 2009 by an inspired local organic farm owner, Thomas Hill Organics has become a staple of the North San Luis Obispo County restaurant scene. A restaurant with a passion for farm-to-table that was established long…

Flour House in San Luis Obispo

by Ashlea Boyer • October 7, 2016

Stroll the streets of San Luis Obispo and you’ll have so many options it is almost hard to choose! Enjoy historic architecture, shop in the wide variety of boutiques, visit the art galleries or the Mission and just in downtown you can easily fill a day of activities! And when you’ve built up an appetite…

FrutiLand El Casa del Sabor – The best flavors from Mexico City.

by • September 22, 2016

Having lived here my entire life, I can tell you that driving down Grand Avenue with one of my long-time friends can be a walk down memory lane. And sometimes old memories die hard. That place was such-in-such and that was an empty lot, etc. etc. We tend to refer to businesses by names they…

Zorro’s Café & Cantina

by • August 22, 2016

This restaurant has been featured before – but has changed so much in five years it deserves a second look. This is our favorite family weekend spot. The place where we kick off the weekend with a yum-o fresh meal to get us ready for a paddle, a bike ride or a day at the…

Happy to welcome “Hapy” to Pismo Beach

by • July 11, 2016

For the past several months I had heard whispers here and there about a new restaurant coming to Pismo Beach. It was to fill the void next to Orchard Supply, left there when a spa retailer moved on to another location. Now I’ll admit that a strip mall restaurant isn’t usually something to get super…

Some Spice in the Village! Villa Cantina.

by • June 14, 2016

In our family there is and has always been a quest to find what qualifies as “good Mexican food” for my mother. She can eat Mexican food for breakfast, lunch and dinner. She will try hole-in-the-wall Tacquerias and taco bars in the rear of grocery stores. She has even been known to purchase and eat…

Oyster Loft

by Ashlea Boyer • May 17, 2016

Downtown Pismo’s newest restaurant is a “must-visit”! Upstairs from Wooly’s at 101 Pomeroy, this upscale venue overlooks the Pismo Pier and sweeping coastline views from Vandenberg to Avila. The setting and ambiance of the Oyster Loft is beautiful with low lighting and gorgeous décor. We have visited twice since opening and were wowed each time.…

Taste of Pismo, a Premier Wine & Culinary Event

by • March 8, 2016

Pismo Beach holds their annual Taste of Pismo on Saturday April 23rd, 2016 from 12pm to 4pm. This Premier Wine & Culinary Event, celebrates Central Coast wines, artisan brews, and regional cuisine Perched on the cliffs overlooking the majestic Pacific Ocean at Dinosaur Caves Park, guests will enjoy premium beverages from local wineries and micro breweries as well as the sumptuous samplings…

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