Enable JavaScript to run this app.
Skip to main content
OpenTable logo
  1. Home
  2. United States
  3. California Central Coast

Diners' Choice: Best Ambiance restaurants in San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

Red OpenTable logo
OpenTable
Updated June 05, 2025

Looking for restaurants with the best ambiance in San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles? You’re in the right place. Each month, OpenTable analyzes nearly 2 million global diner reviews from the past four months. We sort the results by location and category to help you discover new favorite restaurants. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen...and deliver the results for all to benefit. Enjoy!


A photo of Granada Bistro restaurant
4.4
4.4 (1229)
$31 to $50
Californian
San Luis Obispo
About the restaurant
The heart and inspiration for Granada is the beloved and pre-existing Granada Bistro. This space has been renovated and re-imagined in industrial chic design, serving seasonal, farm-to-table ingredients sourced from Central Coast farmers and purveyors. Dishes inspired by Mediterranean culture, French and Spanish cuisine. Small plates, charcuterie and the freshest local seafood, meats, and produce are complemented by an eclectic wine list including Spanish and French selections, and a range of the Central Coast’s finest artisan wine producers.
Top review
Rylie
Dined 2 days ago
The cutest little patio with heaters outside. The food was excellent- I wish the menu had a little more pizzazz to the flavors and choices with a little more adventure. The service was lackluster and our waitress was a tad melancholy. Overall though I do love Granada one of my favorite in SLO
A photo of AronHill Vineyards Bistro & Tasting Room restaurant
4.8
4.8 (345)
$30 and under
Contemporary American
Templeton
About the restaurant
We are a Paso Robles area winery that offers a wonderful dining experience. At the AronHill Bistro you will enjoy fresh dishes made from seasonal and local ingredients, all paired with stunning hilltop views and even better wines.

The AronHill Bistro & Tasting Room is the Paso Robles wine country’s dining discovery, where you will enjoy fresh dishes made from seasonal and local sources, all paired with estate wines and stunning hilltop views.



Top review
HarryVIP
Dined on Jun 24, 2025
Excellent wine tasting with lunch. The KickAss Burger is amazing. And the wines are all wonderful. We are wine club members and find their wines reasonably priced.
A photo of Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn restaurant
4.6
4.6 (4647)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
San Luis Obispo
About the restaurant
Enjoy an award winning dining experience in our world-famous pink and gold Steak House - offering a comfortable and opulent dining atmosphere. Indulge in a delicious oak-pit-barbecued steak, fresh seafood, chicken, or vegetarian entrees. Featuring a superb wine list, decadent world-famous desserts and a whimsical, European atmosphere. Boutique shopping makes for a fun experience before or after you dine with us.

Top review
Jennifer
Dined 1 day ago
Delicious food, so much we could not finish it. Really wonderful service!
A photo of Japanese Restaurant Goshi restaurant
5.0
5 (551)
$30 and under
Japanese
San Luis Obispo
About the restaurant
Located in the heart of San Luis Obispo downtown, serving authentic Japanese food starting from Sushi and traditional tei-shoku. Don't forget to enjoy soothing sake and Japanese beer!
Top review
Steven
Dined on May 25, 2025
Great food and service . Always a wonderful experience
A photo of Cielo restaurant
4.7
4.7 (590)
$31 to $50
Italian
Atascadero
About the restaurant
Cielo Ristorante is an Italian-inspired concept located in the heart if Atascadero. We have curated a distinct menu showcasing Italian dishes with a modern twist. We are the perfect place to come and enjoy with your loved ones.
Top review
Joshua
Dined today
Had a wonderful birthday dinner for my girlfriend here. The food was absolutely delicious and the service was excellent. We weren’t expecting a 2.99% processing fee and a $2.00 salad split fee (nor was it asked if we wanted it split), but overall a really great experience. Definitely going back!
A photo of Bear & The Wren restaurant
4.8
4.8 (173)
$31 to $50
Pizzeria
San Luis Obispo
About the restaurant
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.

Top review
Vanessa
Dined 3 days ago
Young woman who helped us was very nice. Pizza was good.
A photo of Il Cortile Ristorante restaurant
4.9
4.9 (4300)
$50 and over
Italian
Paso Robles
About the restaurant
Welcome to Il Cortile Ristorante, Downtown Paso Robles' newest fine dining Italian restaurant. We invite you to join us to enjoy our seasonal menus created with the freshest ingredients available sourced by our surrounding local and regional landscapes by Executive Chef Santos MacDonal, providing a melody of exceptional homemade pastas, fresh seafood, top quality meats and antipasti. A top destination for exquisite wines, picturesque landscapes and beautiful weather, Paso Robles provides the perfect pairing for Il Cortile's rustic Italian fine dining.
Top review
MICHAELVIP
Dined 5 days ago
Outstanding experience with great food and tremendous care from all the staff. Thanks again to the Il Cortile crew👍🎉🙏
A photo of Parchetto restaurant
4.7
4.7 (225)
$50 and over
Californian
Paso Robles
About the restaurant
Nestled in the heart of Paso Robles, CA, Parchetto (pronounced Par-kett-o) offers an exquisite dining experience, blending the elegance of fine dining with the ambiance of casual cuisine. From the moment you step into this charming environment, you will be welcomed by a warm inviting, atmosphere that harkens back to a different time. The décor combines elements that were restored from a century ago with contemporary touches that exude elegance without pretense.

At Parchetto, impeccable service and sumptuous cuisine come together to create a dining experience that is both sophisticated and comfortably relaxed.

Top review
OpenTable Diner
Dined 4 days ago
Great food and attentive service. Very cool space too.
A photo of Gardens of Avila Restaurant restaurant
4.4
4.4 (991)
$31 to $50
Californian
San Luis Obispo
About the restaurant
The Gardens Restaurant at Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort, a favorite spot for locals as well as travelers, is situated in a beautiful garden setting in the Avila Valley. Savor the flavors of the award-winning contemporary California cuisine inspired by the surrounding local wine country.
Top review
ChristopherVIP
Dined 3 days ago
Fantastic food and friendly service. Portions are on the larger side, so come hungry.
A photo of Cafe Roma - San Luis Obispo restaurant
4.8
4.8 (1787)
$31 to $50
Italian
San Luis Obispo
About the restaurant
For over four decades, the Rizzo family has been serving authentic Italian cuisine in San Luis Obispo. At Café Roma, you can indulge in homemade pastas, wood-fired pizza, and fresh seafood. Don't miss classic dishes like Osso Buco with Saffron Risotto, shortrib pappardelle, and Bistecca alla Fiorentina.

Inside Café Roma and you'll feel like you've been transported to Italy. From the vintage Italian bike hanging above the bar to the Murano glass chandeliers and Tuscan murals, every detail has been thoughtfully curated to celebrate Italian culture.

Pair your meal with one of the many wines on Café Roma's extensive list, which changes monthly to include new and exciting Central Coast and Italian finds.

Café Roma is a popular destination for locals, vintners, families, travelers, and professionals alike. Whether you're looking for a romantic date night spot or a gathering place for friends and family, you'll find it here.

Top review
Patrick
Dined on Jun 24, 2025
Amazing service and great food! Owner is awesome get the Negroni!
Explore Diners' Choice best of San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles
OpenTable
  • About Us
  • Blog
  • Careers
  • Press
More
Businesses
  • Restaurant Management Solutions
  • Restaurant Reservation Software
  • Restaurant Marketing Software
  • Restaurant Event Software
  • OpenTable For Restaurants
  • OpenTable For Restaurant Groups
  • Restaurant Resources
  • OpenTable Pricing & Plans
Join us on
  • Privacy Policy
  • Terms of Use
  • Cookies and Interest-Based Ads
  • Do Not Sell or Share My Personal Information
  • Cookie Preferences
Copyright © 2025 OpenTable, Inc. 1 Montgomery St Ste 500, San Francisco CA 94104 - All rights reserved.
OpenTable is part of Booking Holdings, the world leader in online travel and related services.
Booking Logo
Priceline Logo
KAYAK Logo
Agoda Logo
OpenTable Logo