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Name: Foremost Wine Company
Address: 570 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA, United States, 93401
Telephone: (805) 439-3410
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

Foremost Wine Company

4.4

257 Reviews

$30 and under

Contemporary American

570 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

About this restaurant

Innovative
Romantic
Good for special occasions

Foremost Wine Company is a chef-driven restaurant with creative offerings prepared with thoughtfully sourced local produce and meats. The menus of chef Thomas Drahos change constantly to reflect his current inspiration and the best the season has to offer. San Luis Obispo, on the Central California Coast, offers an incredible variety of unique ingredients to inspire our chef. We are located in the charming “Creamery” complex in the heart of San Luis Obispo.

We feature an extensive international wine list as well as rare and favorite local wines and craft beer. Sharing world class food and amazing wine and beer create a memorable night to be sure. Be sure to join us in the lounge before or after dinner for that intimate glass of wine or beer.
Foremost was recently named on the list of top 100 Wine Restaurants by Wine Enthusiast Magazine.

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Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–6:30 pm
Phone number
(805) 439-3410
Website
http://foremostslo.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Executive chef
Thomas Drahos
Catering
Choose Foremost to cater your special event. We are available for weddings, birthdays, wine pick-up parties! No event is too big or too small, we cater to your needs. Let Foremost take care of it for you! Inquire today! Events@foremostwineco.com<br />805.439.3410
Private party facilities
Foremost is ready to host your next event! Our restaurant features four unique rooms equipped to best accommodate your celebration. Whether hosting a corporate event, holiday party or cocktail hour -- Foremost has you covered!

Location
570 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
Neighborhood
San Luis Obispo
Cross street
Nipomo St.
Parking details
Foremost Wine Co. is located in the Creamery Building on 570 Higuera St. There is street parking as well as a parking lot behind the building off of Nipomo Street.
Entertainment
Happy Hour is Tuesday - Saturday from 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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(6) local grassy bar, morro bay, mignonette, lemon
Stone Fruit Salad$12.00
apriums, peaches, candied spiced sesame seeds, seasonal lettuce, meyer lemon vinaigrette
Tomato and Melon Salad$12.00
fromage blanc, olive oil, basil, crispy basil
Thai Ceviche$15.00
seasonal fish, coconut milk, green curry, coconut pearls, lime
"The Latest" Beekeeper Burrata
honey, crispy honeycomb, seasonal accompaniments
- Mp
Cheese and Charcuterie$16.00
two meat, two cheese, seasonal jam, seasonal pickled veggie, whole grain mustard

Small Plates / Hot

Grilled Shishito Peppers$12.00
sherry glaze, seaweed butter, bonito flakes
Chicken Confit Empanadas$12.00
roasted salsa, cranberry mojo
Grilled Kofta$14.00
lamb and beef, tzatziki sauce, naan bread, picked red onions
Grilled Pork Shoulder$15.00
sushi rice cake, nori seaweed crisp, oyster sauce
Grilled Oysters on Toast$15.00
oyster butter, pickled shallots, fermented garlic, roasted corn relish

Mains

From the Docks
market fresh fish of the day, seasonal accompaniments
- Mp
Pan Seared Scallops$34.00
tomato beurre blanc, charred tomatoes, tomato chutney, tomato crisp
Hanger Steak$32.00
mushrooms, broccolini, potato puree, house made steak sauce
Roasted Chicken$25.00
cabbage, green onions, chines pancake, home made hoisin sauce
Summer Farro Risotto$22.00
summer squash, eggplant, heirloom tomatoes, butter, parmesan

What 257 people are saying

Foremost Wine Company reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

4.4

4.4 based on all time ratings

4.4Food
4.3Service
4.4Ambience
3.9Value

Noise • Moderate

257 Reviews

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CareyZ
Los Angeles16 reviews
1.0
Dined on September 23, 2018
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
The restaurant closed down - cancelled our reservation without letting us know.
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ReedVanR
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 29, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We love this place. The service and the quality of the food were absolutely fantastic. It's not cheap, but you certainly get what you pay for here. If you are looking for inexpensive food dished out in massive oversized portions, this is not your place. If you value quality over quantity and like exploring new flavor profiles, then I think you will find this restaurant a fresh and pleasant surprise.
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Sheryl VIP
Greater Boston29 reviews
5.0
Dined on August 9, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Delicious dinner and the service we received from Josh was great. He was attentive and made sure we had everything we needed. The barbecue sauce on the hangar steak was delicious! The wine was good as well. Wish we lived closer because we would go there frequently. Thanks for a great dinner.
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ClaireAnnette
Los Angeles1 review
5.0
Dined on July 28, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
My husband and I enjoyed another wonderful dinner at Foremost. The waitstaff was attentive but not intrusive and shared details about all the offering on the menu. If forbidden rice is on the menu order it!!! The chef came and talked with us after dinner. We had a great experience and are looking forward to going back soon.
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BobD
San Francisco12 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 22, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
The food was unique and superb. Who would have guessed to pair jalapeño with tuna? Yet, they pulled it off with aplomb! The caprese was great even though tomato season hasn’t really hit stride. SLO, you better support this place because it competes with the best Nor Cal wine country cuisine!
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OpenTable Diner
Central Coast1 review
3.0
Dined on July 12, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
The waiter did not come to the table until after our appetizers arrived. Fortunately the host brought us drinks & put in the appetizer order (after we sat there for 10 minutes). The appetizers were quite good - stone fruit salad & oysters on toast- but the entrees were mediocre - overcooked halibut. The waiter had a very difficult time understanding we wanted no starches just extra veggies with the entrees. The 2nd drinks arrived toward the end of the meal. Come on - there were only three other parties dining there that night. Our entrees were served to another table causing another delay. Service really needs to be improved. The ambiance is charming. Wine list was pleasing.
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Cwildo
Central Coast4 reviews
3.0
Dined on July 12, 2018
1. Overall 3
2. Food 3
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 4
Good if you are looking for a wide wine list. The food took forever considering we were the only ones in the place. I ordered the steak and the first bite was pure gristle and fat. They replaced the entire steak. The empanadas were delicious. The waiter didn't know anything about the 2 ciders they carried. Came here with a gift certificate and I wouldn't return. If I had paid for the meal myself I would have been very disappointed and upset. Not all that. Definitely needs work on their food. Fancy but not worth the price or wait.
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cyndih
San Francisco1 review
5.0
Dined on July 8, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Great food, great service and super fresh food. We had a great experience!
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JenniferT VIP
San Francisco44 reviews
5.0
Dined on July 8, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Fantastic meal. Hadn't been here in years and it was a marked improvement. New chef is amazing.
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OpenTable Diner VIP
San Francisco2 reviews
5.0
Dined on June 17, 2018
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a Graduation dinner there and the service was phenomenal, food was phenomenal and ambience was phenomenal!!. I would rate this one, if not the best restaurant in SLO
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570 Higuera St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Additional information

Cross street
Nipomo St.
Neighborhood
San Luis Obispo
Hours of operation
Dinner Tue–Thu 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Happy Hour Tue–Sat 5:00 pm–6:30 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Contemporary American, Wine Bar, Tapas / Small Plates
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Foremost Wine Co. is located in the Creamery Building on 570 Higuera St. There is street parking as well as a parking lot behind the building off of Nipomo Street.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Executive chef
Thomas Drahos
Entertainment
Happy Hour is Tuesday - Saturday from 5:00pm - 6:30pm
Additional
Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://foremostslo.com/
Phone number
(805) 439-3410
Catering
Choose Foremost to cater your special event. We are available for weddings, birthdays, wine pick-up parties! No event is too big or too small, we cater to your needs. Let Foremost take care of it for you! Inquire today! Events@foremostwineco.com<br />805.439.3410
Private party facilities
Foremost is ready to host your next event! Our restaurant features four unique rooms equipped to best accommodate your celebration. Whether hosting a corporate event, holiday party or cocktail hour -- Foremost has you covered!

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Foremost Wine Company

About this restaurant

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Menu

Small Plates / Cold

Oyster on the Half Shell$17.00

Stone Fruit Salad$12.00

Tomato and Melon Salad$12.00

Thai Ceviche$15.00

"The Latest" Beekeeper Burrata

Cheese and Charcuterie$16.00

Small Plates / Hot

Grilled Shishito Peppers$12.00

Chicken Confit Empanadas$12.00

Grilled Kofta$14.00

Grilled Pork Shoulder$15.00

Grilled Oysters on Toast$15.00

Mains

From the Docks

Pan Seared Scallops$34.00

Hanger Steak$32.00

Roasted Chicken$25.00

Summer Farro Risotto$22.00

What 257 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

FAQs

How is Foremost Wine Company restaurant rated?

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Additional information

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