EMRE restaurant invites you to an unforgettable culinary experience, where bold, innovative flavors meet timeless techniques. Mediterranean-inspired dishes are crafted with locally sourced ingredients and thoughtfully paired with world-class wines, craft cocktails, and aperitifs. Open five days a week for dinner and weekend brunch, EMRE also features a full-service bar and patio seating. Reservations recommended and walk-ins welcome!Local Farm Partnerships: Seed & Bucket, Babe, WindroseAward of Excellence from Wine Spectator
A kindly-crafted wood fired eatery combining modern style with an aged finish. Located at The Creamery Marketplace, tucked behind the intersection of Higuera and Nipomo Streets, we offer an experience unlike any other. Our open-concept kitchen boasts an impressive wood fired oven were we craft hand-made Neapolitan style pizzas to order. Soft lighting, low music, and a relaxed atmosphere can be found throughout our indoor dining space. Garage style doors roll up to reveal outdoor dining on our bricked patio where heaters warm up the cooler months and an upbeat, lively feeling resonates throughout the spring and summer seasons. Full service is available at the bar, seating is first come, first serve. We welcome you to join us for dinner, Tuesday-Saturday from 4-10pm.Please Note: Our seating is a mix of tall tables with barstool style seating, as well as standard height tables with traditional chairs. Our outdoor patio also includes two large tables with bench style seating.
La Locanda—meaning “the Inn”—is an intimate, welcoming space where guests are invited to eat, drink, and stay awhile. Since opening in 2013, our mission has been to blend the authentic flavors of traditional Abruzzi cuisine with thoughtful, contemporary culinary touches.Our ambiance is warm and inviting, complemented by a knowledgeable and friendly staff dedicated to creating a memorable dining experience. Handmade from scratch each day, every dish reflects our commitment to craftsmanship, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients that bring out the true essence of Northern Italian cooking.La Locanda is also an ideal setting for private parties and intimate gatherings. Whether you join us for a quiet dinner or a special celebration, we take pride in offering a place where guests can savor genuine Italian hospitality and feel like part of our family.Benvenuto—welcome to La Locanda.
Open since July 4th, 2002, Black Cat Bistro is known for serving Innovative Farm Fresh Fare. The menu changes often as Black Cat Bistro consistently strives to present fare that is reflective of seasonal, local produce and organically raised or sustainable product.The food is especially cognizant of wine pairings to electrify the palate. The Black Cat has received the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for nine years in a row.Black Cat Bistro is small with 45 seats and this is part of what makes it such an intimate dining experience. The service is attentive, unpretentious and refined. The dining rooms are decorated in soothing colors and fabrics. Down pillowed benches frame the edges of two of the three rooms. Candle light adorns the tables covered with white linen. Food is served on white china and wine in crystal Riedel stemware.
There are many Italian Restaurants in San Luis Obispo, but if you're looking for a truly authentic Italian dining experience, then you should consider Mama's Meatball Restaurant. Rated among the best San Luis Obispo restaurants, Mama's Meatball uses the freshest, quality ingredients grown locally to create some of the most outstanding dishes you could find in San Luis Obispo eateries. For your convenience, Mama's Meatball offers dine-in, takeout and delivery service. Mama's Meatball is one of the few restaurants near Mission San Luis Obispo, and a block away from hotels in downtown San Luis Obispo to offer private dining options and banquet accommodations for corporate parties and family celebrations. Click here to request a quote for your next private event.
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Located in the heart of San Luis Obispo downtown, this location is Izakaya style restaurant serving Japanese food starting from Rolls and A La Carte. Don't forget to enjoy soothing sake and Japanese beer!
Tucked away inside the vibrant San Luis Ranch Market, our speakeasy sushi bar offers an intimate, 12-seat experience designed to bring people together as a community. Inspired by the mission of the marketplace, we focus on serving high-quality food crafted with the freshest ingredients, sourcing locally whenever possible. Every visit to our hidden sushi bar is meant to feel personal, authentic, and rooted in a shared appreciation for exceptional flavors and genuine connection.
Located poolside at River Lodge, Ciao Papi is a seasonal restaurant + bar serving Italian-inspired fare, craft cocktails, and a curated selection of wines sourced from surrounding wineries and vineyards. With all al-fresco seating on a shaded patio overlooking the vibrant sundeck, Ciao Papi is the perfect spot for locals and travelers alike to unwind and soak up the best that Paso Robles has to offer: world-class wine, local-first flavors, and endless sunshine. Open Spring through Fall.
