Guidebook for Arroyo Grande
Food Scene
Not only is Kelly the friendliest person you'll ever meet, she bakes like no other! She's concocts everything from morning buns to pies with the greatest care and specialty ingredients.
19 locals recommend
Sweet Pea Bakery
1200 E Grand AveNot only is Kelly the friendliest person you'll ever meet, she bakes like no other! She's concocts everything from morning buns to pies with the greatest care and specialty ingredients.
Every day of the week you can find each city will host a Farmer's market. Fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, specialty items, pastries, smoothies, authentic salsas, and so much more can be enjoyed!
SLO county Farmers' Market- Arroyo Grande
1402 E Grand AveEvery day of the week you can find each city will host a Farmer's market. Fresh fruit, vegetables, flowers, specialty items, pastries, smoothies, authentic salsas, and so much more can be enjoyed!
This restaurant is the joy and pride of our Foodie culture. It's open kitchen, where you can see everything being prepared, bustling and exciting local vibe, and the freshest and tastiest gourmet dishes will not disappoint.
134 locals recommend
Ember Restaurant
1200 E Grand AveThis restaurant is the joy and pride of our Foodie culture. It's open kitchen, where you can see everything being prepared, bustling and exciting local vibe, and the freshest and tastiest gourmet dishes will not disappoint.
You have a view of both Pismo pier and beach from your outdoor table. It's casual beach type food: clam chowder, fish n chips, tacos, salads, sandwiches, and burgers. You order and pay at the counter, then the staff brings your food to your table.
32 locals recommend
Wooly's
101 Pomeroy AveYou have a view of both Pismo pier and beach from your outdoor table. It's casual beach type food: clam chowder, fish n chips, tacos, salads, sandwiches, and burgers. You order and pay at the counter, then the staff brings your food to your table.
Infamous Tri-Tip Sandwich should not be missed. Long lines go fast and worth the short wait.
82 locals recommend
Firestone Grill
1001 Higuera StInfamous Tri-Tip Sandwich should not be missed. Long lines go fast and worth the short wait.
Enjoy your meal on Port San Luis Pier! Soak up Avila's marine wildlife while enjoying a casual seafood experience.
39 locals recommend
Mersea's Seafood Restaurant
3985 Avila Beach DrEnjoy your meal on Port San Luis Pier! Soak up Avila's marine wildlife while enjoying a casual seafood experience.
Parks & Nature
It's waves are kid friendly. You can spot so much sea life from the shore: sea otters, dolphins, whales, harbor seals, pelicans, and more. There are nice shops, restaurants, and wineries that are easily accessible. It's a bay, so it's micro climate is the warmest of all the local beaches.
329 locals recommend
Avila Beach
It's waves are kid friendly. You can spot so much sea life from the shore: sea otters, dolphins, whales, harbor seals, pelicans, and more. There are nice shops, restaurants, and wineries that are easily accessible. It's a bay, so it's micro climate is the warmest of all the local beaches.
Its one of our last sleepy beach towns. It has that small town feel. The Rock is a favorite place to watch the waves crash on the jetty, a long walk on the beach, biking and walking trails, surf, fish, and kayak. There are boat tours of various kinds.
183 locals recommend
Morro Bay
Its one of our last sleepy beach towns. It has that small town feel. The Rock is a favorite place to watch the waves crash on the jetty, a long walk on the beach, biking and walking trails, surf, fish, and kayak. There are boat tours of various kinds.
This is a must if you like feeling like a bird. It offers views of the 7 Sister peaks. It is challenging but well worth the effort.
90 locals recommend
Bishop Peak
This is a must if you like feeling like a bird. It offers views of the 7 Sister peaks. It is challenging but well worth the effort.
Many choices of trails for hikers, bikers, and horseback riding. It's a must-do for any traveler. Birdeye views from Point Sal to Port San Luis. Beautiful oaks, vernal pools, wildlife. Many benches and picnic tables to enjoy.
53 locals recommend
Pismo Preserve
80 Mattie RdMany choices of trails for hikers, bikers, and horseback riding. It's a must-do for any traveler. Birdeye views from Point Sal to Port San Luis. Beautiful oaks, vernal pools, wildlife. Many benches and picnic tables to enjoy.
Arts & Culture
Americana culture at its finest. William Randolf Hearst left his legacy and architectural treasure for the world to enjoy. It's worth a visit because it feels like a different world, a different period in history, preserved and full of beautiful art, gardens, and furniture-a look into the private life of cultural icon.
327 locals recommend
Hearst Castle
750 Hearst Castle RoadAmericana culture at its finest. William Randolf Hearst left his legacy and architectural treasure for the world to enjoy. It's worth a visit because it feels like a different world, a different period in history, preserved and full of beautiful art, gardens, and furniture-a look into the private life of cultural icon.
Essentials
Trader Joe's
955 Rancho PkwyLocated in Pismo Beach. It offers many specialty wine, beer, and food items. Can pick up just about anything both hot or cold items from the deli, bakery, coffee/smoothie bar, even sushi. Extensive selection of wine and craft beers.
80 locals recommend
California Fresh Market
771 Foothill BlvdLocated in Pismo Beach. It offers many specialty wine, beer, and food items. Can pick up just about anything both hot or cold items from the deli, bakery, coffee/smoothie bar, even sushi. Extensive selection of wine and craft beers.
Entertainment & Activities
Live theater in melodramatic form. Without a doubt you will laugh, sing, and clap for these super talented group of actors. They not only entertain you for two hours but they also serve you food and drinks during the intermission. This is a rare find and a jewel not to be missed during a visit to the Central Coast. And it's reasonably priced, not much more than a movie for live entertainment.
78 locals recommend
The Great American Melodrama & Vaudeville
1863 Front StLive theater in melodramatic form. Without a doubt you will laugh, sing, and clap for these super talented group of actors. They not only entertain you for two hours but they also serve you food and drinks during the intermission. This is a rare find and a jewel not to be missed during a visit to the Central Coast. And it's reasonably priced, not much more than a movie for live entertainment.
This is one of few remaining drive in theater left in the state. You can enjoy the snacks from the snack bar or bring your own goodies all in the comfort of your vehicle. Some people bring lawn chairs, blankets, or even sofas to watch under the stars.
49 locals recommend
Sunset Drive-In Theatre
255 Elks LnThis is one of few remaining drive in theater left in the state. You can enjoy the snacks from the snack bar or bring your own goodies all in the comfort of your vehicle. Some people bring lawn chairs, blankets, or even sofas to watch under the stars.
Sightseeing
It's in the center of downtown San Luis Obispo with the San Luis Creek running adjacent. You can observe Mass or just tour one of California's missions established by Father Serra.
107 locals recommend
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
751 Palm StIt's in the center of downtown San Luis Obispo with the San Luis Creek running adjacent. You can observe Mass or just tour one of California's missions established by Father Serra.
Historic district with a museum, garden, schoolhouse, swinging bridge, rooster galore. Clothing, jewelry, home decor, Doc Burstein Ice Cream shop, coffee shops, and lots of excellent restaurants
48 locals recommend
Village
Historic district with a museum, garden, schoolhouse, swinging bridge, rooster galore. Clothing, jewelry, home decor, Doc Burstein Ice Cream shop, coffee shops, and lots of excellent restaurants
Shopping
Lots of boutiques, bookstores, cafes, as well as chain stores like the Gap, Urban Outfitters, Limited, Banana Republic, Sephora, Victoria Secret, and much more to list! Lots of souvenirs and special treasures to be discovered.
53 locals recommend
Downtown
Lots of boutiques, bookstores, cafes, as well as chain stores like the Gap, Urban Outfitters, Limited, Banana Republic, Sephora, Victoria Secret, and much more to list! Lots of souvenirs and special treasures to be discovered.