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- MKMichaelKCalifornia Central Coast •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoThe waitstaff was friendly and helpful and the food was top quality and well prepared. The noise level was a bit high, but acceptable. A pleasurable evening.More infoCafe Roma - San Luis Obispo$$$$• Italian• San Luis Obispo•4.8
- RSReinaSLos Angeles •3 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoWe went for happy hour and what an amazing deal! The food is so good. I live in Los Angeles and I have yet to find Peruvian food as good and inventive as MisturaMore infoMistura$$$$• Peruvian• San Luis Obispo•4.7
- KKennyCalifornia Central Coast •1 review5.0Dined on Jan 2, 2023Went for our anniversary and was exceptional. They seated us early before our appt time and even switched tables so we could get a booth table. Server and food was great.More infoAlex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn$$$$• Steakhouse• San Luis Obispo•4.7
- GGGailGvipCalifornia Central Coast •102 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 2, 2023Excellent food and exquisite service from JeremiahMore infoMama's Meatball$$$$• Italian• San Luis Obispo•4.5
- TBTBrightSan Francisco Bay Area •2 reviews5.0Dined on Jan 1, 2023We had a wonderful time at breakfast. The server was wonderful and the atmosphere was lovely. Although some of the food was a little on the overcooked side, it was still very good. We will be back for sure! Thankful OpenTable could help us with a reservation on a holiday too!More infoCopper Café and Bakery, at Madonna Inn$$$$• American• San Luis Obispo•4.4
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The California Central Coast is home to beautiful beaches, and it is also a major source of fresh seafood for local restaurants. Enjoy a locally caught Cajun-style Albacore tuna steak, panko-crusted and topped with wasabi coleslaw and sliced avocado. Elsewhere, you may prefer the halibut, which is in season year-round in the area and guaranteed to be fresh. Order it lightly cooked in lemon and butter, sauteed in wine, butter, garlic, and capers and served over pasta or with potatoes. The coast has more than seafood, as residents and visitors can relish a California beet salad made with sliced beets over butter lettuce and liberally sprinkled goat cheese dressed with balsamic vinegar and olive oil.
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The best reviewed restaurant in Central Coast is Alma Rosa Private Estate Experience
The best vegan restaurants in Central Coast are Stonehouse at San Ysidro Ranch, Convivo and Oliver's
The restaurants with the best service in Central Coast are Alma Rosa Private Estate Experience, McClain Cellars - Solvang and Al Lago Wines
The restaurants with the best ambiance in Central Coast are Alma Rosa Private Estate Experience, McClain Cellars - Solvang and The 'O' Bar + Kitchen at The Ritz-Carlton Bacara, Santa Barbara
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