Best American Restaurants in California Central Coast

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A photo of Copper Café and Bakery, at Madonna Inn restaurant

1. Copper Café and Bakery, at Madonna Inn

4.4

Awesome(1436)

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• American • San Luis Obispo

Booked 31 times today

Forest, our server for the night, was amazing! He had fantastic suggestions, a great attitude, and was so quick. And the food was amazing :)

A photo of Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn restaurant

2. Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn

4.5

Awesome(3722)

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• Steakhouse • San Luis Obispo

Booked 54 times today

Went 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.

3. Schoolyard

3.0

Good(3)

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• American • San Luis Obispo

We stopped by for the Executive Chefs brunch they have been advertising and it was awesome. Lots of options - fresh baked muffins, yogurt parfaits, a charcuterie board and breakfast burritos. Can’t wait to come back and check out the burgers and sandwiches!

A photo of Pono Pacific Kitchen restaurant

4. Pono Pacific Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(163)

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• Pacific Rim • Pismo Beach

Booked 8 times today

In a word - YUMMY. Good, efficient, and cheerful wait-staff; and tasty offerings for their first brunch. They will keep weekend (possibly Sunday only?) brunch going, and as it is the perfect time of day for us to have a nice meal, we'll be baaack. Just a few quibbles - they need to IMMEDIATELY invest in a plate-warming device, because some food is just better when kept warm - like . . . the Crab Benedict this morning. Also - watch the timing on the poaching - mine had rather solid yolks, not runny as they should be, so get an egg timer for the kitchen too. Also serving dark food (for example my husband's Monte Cristo delicious breakfast sandwich) is not very attractive when presented on a DARK plate. (And it could have used a bit of garnish too) Other than that this is a very nice, but somewhat expensive dining experience.

A photo of Jocko's Steakhouse restaurant

5. Jocko's Steakhouse

4.4

Awesome(1068)

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• Steakhouse • Nipomo

Booked 52 times today

We come to Jockos a lot. We love the food. But this time we had a new waitress that we’ve never had before. Felicia was the very best! She was incredibly kind, and actually was one step ahead of us on everything we wanted. Made for one of the best experiences at Jockos yet! We will definitely be requesting her when we come again!

A photo of Rooftop at Inn at the Pier restaurant

6. Rooftop at Inn at the Pier

3.7

Very Good(154)

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• Californian • Pismo Beach

Dined outside. It was cold but they had heaters. Great place for a view of the sunset. Bar service was good and the food was very good. Service was quick. I had the shrimp tacos and they were delicious and filling. I would recommend this place for something light and drinks.

7. Custom House

4.1

Excellent(3)

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• Seafood • Avila Beach

Booked 5 times today

Excellent! Local favorite! Great food, service and lively atmosphere.

8. Guest House Grill

4.5

Awesome(10)

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• American • Atascadero

Booked 4 times today

We had the Cajun Mushrooms for an appetizer, Ahi Salad and Rib Eye Steak. Was absolutely delicious! They serve delicious rolls when you sit down. Corking fee is $15. Our waitress was Kayla and she was very attentive. We noticed if anyone came in to the restaurant, they would say “welcome in”. They remodeled awhile ago and it is very nice.