Sky’s guidebook
Restaurants
Top restaurants that are highly rated by locals and enjoyed by all.
Nate's on Marsh - A NRL Food Group Restaurant
Italian restaurant just a short walk away with the finest Northern Italian cuisine. This restaurant ranks as a top favorite for me!
100 residents recomanen
Buona Tavola
1037 Monterey StItalian restaurant just a short walk away with the finest Northern Italian cuisine. This restaurant ranks as a top favorite for me!
Another local favorite, Giuseppi's offers award-winning pizza, pasta, sandwiches, wings, garden fresh salads, and a full bar with over 16 beers on tap. Happy hour runs Monday through Friday 4-6pm.
75 residents recomanen
Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica
849 Monterey StAnother local favorite, Giuseppi's offers award-winning pizza, pasta, sandwiches, wings, garden fresh salads, and a full bar with over 16 beers on tap. Happy hour runs Monday through Friday 4-6pm.
Papa's Thai Cafe
1308 Monterey StreetEatery decorated with art imported from Thailand serving curries, seafood & other specialities.
10 residents recomanen
Thai Palace
1015 Court StEatery decorated with art imported from Thailand serving curries, seafood & other specialities.
Popular spot known for its tri-tip sandwich & other BBQ dishes.
82 residents recomanen
Firestone Grill
1001 Higuera StPopular spot known for its tri-tip sandwich & other BBQ dishes.
Stylish eatery with regular live music & lounge serving globally inspired tapas, wine & cocktails.
72 residents recomanen
Luna Red
1023 Chorro StStylish eatery with regular live music & lounge serving globally inspired tapas, wine & cocktails.
Coffee Shops
Coffee shops are always buzzing in San Luis Obispo. Whether you are a black coffee person or a homemade chair fanatic, SLO's coffee shops have you covered!
Welcoming neighborhood cafe hosting musical & other performances, with window & garden seating.
18 residents recomanen
Linnaea's Cafe
1110 Garden StreetWelcoming neighborhood cafe hosting musical & other performances, with window & garden seating.
Cozy cafe serving gourmet coffee, sweet & savory baked goods & homemade chai amid local artwork.
10 residents recomanen
Ascendo Coffee
311 Higuera StreetCozy cafe serving gourmet coffee, sweet & savory baked goods & homemade chai amid local artwork.
The combination of scratch made pastries, craft roasted coffee, and curated goods in a creative space makes stepping into Scout a memorable and magical experience.
66 residents recomanen
Scout Coffee
1130 Garden StThe combination of scratch made pastries, craft roasted coffee, and curated goods in a creative space makes stepping into Scout a memorable and magical experience.
Kreuzberg California
685 Higuera StGrocery Stores
Here are grocery stores within a few miles for your cooking needs.
California Fresh Market
771 Foothill BlvdLocal grocery store with hot bar, deli, and salad bar.
Health and wellness grocery store focusing on organic and wholesome products. Hot bar and deli as well.
17 residents recomanen
Lassens Natural Foods & Vitamins SLO
896 Foothill BlvdHealth and wellness grocery store focusing on organic and wholesome products. Hot bar and deli as well.
Trader Joe's
3977 S Higuera StVons
3900 Broad StSmart & Final
1321 Johnson AveWineries
In the heart of wine country, San Luis Obispo and neighboring towns have some of the best wineries in California. Sample some wine and enjoy the picturesque views of San Luis Obispo!
Eberle Winery
3810 CA-46Baileyana, Tangent & True Myth Tasting Room
5828 Orcutt RdEdna Valley Vineyard
2585 Biddle Ranch RdDAOU Vineyards & Winery
Hidden Mountain RdPicturesque place where visitors can sample wines in an outdoor setting or take a tour of the vines.
48 residents recomanen
Chamisal Vineyards
7525 Orcutt RdPicturesque place where visitors can sample wines in an outdoor setting or take a tour of the vines.
Winery located in Edna Valley; it is nestled amongst the northwest-southeast running volcanic hills of San Luis Obispo County and is the frontier for the most complex cool-climate varietals in California, especially Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
37 residents recomanen
Tolosa
4910 Edna RdWinery located in Edna Valley; it is nestled amongst the northwest-southeast running volcanic hills of San Luis Obispo County and is the frontier for the most complex cool-climate varietals in California, especially Pinot Noir and Chardonnay.
Tasting room is situated in the heart of the picturesque Edna Valley on California’s Central Coast, surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills.
19 residents recomanen
Saucelito Canyon Tasting Room
3080 Biddle Ranch RdTasting room is situated in the heart of the picturesque Edna Valley on California’s Central Coast, surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills.
Center of Effort, where the guiding forces of skillful cultivation, artful winemaking and a passion for excellence come together and create the magic in the bottle.
Center of Effort
2195 Corbett Canyon RdCenter of Effort, where the guiding forces of skillful cultivation, artful winemaking and a passion for excellence come together and create the magic in the bottle.
Places to Visit
Here are some places to visit while visiting San Luis Obispo. From beaches to farmer's market, SLO has you covered for fun things to do!
Unique small town located right on the coast. Avila Beach has shops, restaurants, a pier, and one of the nicest beaches to enjoy what the Central Coast has to offer. There is a farmer's market that runs April thru September on Fridays 4 to 8pm.
329 residents recomanen
Avila Beach
Unique small town located right on the coast. Avila Beach has shops, restaurants, a pier, and one of the nicest beaches to enjoy what the Central Coast has to offer. There is a farmer's market that runs April thru September on Fridays 4 to 8pm.
Among locals a smile forms on the face when Avila Valley Barn is mentioned. A favorite spot to stop off and buy the freshest fruit and vegetables grown locally, pick up a pie or bakery treat, stop off for lunch from our deli or get an ice cream on the way to Avila Beach.
There are hayrides, farm pets and U-Pick. Avila Valley Barn is truly a place built for the whole family in mind.
144 residents recomanen
Avila Valley Barn
560 Avila Beach DrAmong locals a smile forms on the face when Avila Valley Barn is mentioned. A favorite spot to stop off and buy the freshest fruit and vegetables grown locally, pick up a pie or bakery treat, stop off for lunch from our deli or get an ice cream on the way to Avila Beach.
There are hayrides, farm pets and U-Pick. Avila Valley Barn is truly a place built for the whole family in mind.
Pismo Beach is located right on the coast with restaurants, shops, bowling alley, and a newly renovated pier. The beach stretches for miles and even has dunes that you can visit - if you are feeling adventurous, you can even rent dune buggies and go explore them yourself!
186 residents recomanen
Pismo Beach
Pismo Beach is located right on the coast with restaurants, shops, bowling alley, and a newly renovated pier. The beach stretches for miles and even has dunes that you can visit - if you are feeling adventurous, you can even rent dune buggies and go explore them yourself!
Open-air market held every Thursday evening, with local farm stands, street food & live music.
150 residents recomanen
Downtown SLO Farmers' Market
Higuera StreetOpen-air market held every Thursday evening, with local farm stands, street food & live music.
Beautiful views if theMission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa located in the heart of downtown. This Spanish mission was founded in 1772 by Father Junípero Serra in San Luis Obispo, California. Named after Saint Louis of Anjou, the bishop of Toulouse, the mission is the namesake of San Luis Obispo.
107 residents recomanen
Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
751 Palm StBeautiful views if theMission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa located in the heart of downtown. This Spanish mission was founded in 1772 by Father Junípero Serra in San Luis Obispo, California. Named after Saint Louis of Anjou, the bishop of Toulouse, the mission is the namesake of San Luis Obispo.
Bubblegum Alley is known for its accumulation of used bubble gum on the walls of an alley. It is a 15-foot high and 70-foot long alley lined with chewed gum left by passers-by.
48 residents recomanen
Carrer Bubblegum
734 Higuera StreetBubblegum Alley is known for its accumulation of used bubble gum on the walls of an alley. It is a 15-foot high and 70-foot long alley lined with chewed gum left by passers-by.
Family-friendly, large-screen movie venue with concession stand, showing 2 new releases nightly.
49 residents recomanen
Cinema Sunset Drive-In
255 Elks LnFamily-friendly, large-screen movie venue with concession stand, showing 2 new releases nightly.
Castell de Hearst
750 Hearst Castle RoadElephant Seal Vista Point
Hikes
San Luis Obispo is well-known for the breathtaking views that our peaks have to offer. Whether you are looking for a short walk or more rigorous hike, there are many options to fill your heart with the great outdoors.
Sometimes called Bishop’s Peak, but more formally known as Bishop Peak, this mountain is the most sought after summit in San Luis Obispo that is 3.4 miles round-trip. Bishop Peak is the tallest of the Nine Sisters, the picturesque volcanic Morros stretching across San Luis Obispo. The iconic mountain has a rocky crown shaped like a bishop’s miter, which provides panoramic views over the city and nearby peaks. The single-track trail to the 1,559-foot summit is demanding and rewarding – a truly excellent hike.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/bishop-peak-trail-from-patricia-drive
90 residents recomanen
Bishop Peak
Sometimes called Bishop’s Peak, but more formally known as Bishop Peak, this mountain is the most sought after summit in San Luis Obispo that is 3.4 miles round-trip. Bishop Peak is the tallest of the Nine Sisters, the picturesque volcanic Morros stretching across San Luis Obispo. The iconic mountain has a rocky crown shaped like a bishop’s miter, which provides panoramic views over the city and nearby peaks. The single-track trail to the 1,559-foot summit is demanding and rewarding – a truly excellent hike.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/bishop-peak-trail-from-patricia-drive
Cerro San Luis Obispo Loop Trail is a 3.9 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near San Luis Obispo, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/cerro-san-luis-obispo-loop-trail
37 residents recomanen
Cerro San Luis Obispo
Cerro San Luis Obispo Loop Trail is a 3.9 mile heavily trafficked loop trail located near San Luis Obispo, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is rated as moderate. The trail offers a number of activity options and is accessible year-round.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/cerro-san-luis-obispo-loop-trail
Avila Ridge Trail, also known as Ontario Ridge Trail via Sycamore Springs, is a 4 mile out and back trail located near Avila Beach, California that offers scenic views. The trail is rated as moderate and primarily used for hiking, walking, trail running, and nature trips.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/ontario-ridge-trail
27 residents recomanen
Ontario Ridge Trail
Ontario Ridge TrailAvila Ridge Trail, also known as Ontario Ridge Trail via Sycamore Springs, is a 4 mile out and back trail located near Avila Beach, California that offers scenic views. The trail is rated as moderate and primarily used for hiking, walking, trail running, and nature trips.
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/ontario-ridge-trail
Terrace Hill is a 0.9 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near San Luis Obispo, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/terrace-hill
21 residents recomanen
Terrace Hill
Terrace Hill is a 0.9 mile moderately trafficked loop trail located near San Luis Obispo, California that features beautiful wild flowers and is good for all skill levels
https://www.alltrails.com/trail/us/california/terrace-hill