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A photo of Red Lobster - Santa Maria restaurant
4.0
Excellent(14)
$$$$
• Seafood • Orcutt / Santa Maria
Booked 1 time today
Red Lobster welcomes you by offering PRIORITY SEATING to reduce your wait time in the restaurant, so you can spend more time doing the things you love. Or, come enjoy a drink at our bar and a Tasting Plate while you wait. Red Lobster is the world's largest and most loved seafood restaurant company, offering high quality, freshly-prepared seafood, sourced in a way that is traceable, sustainable and responsible. We offer lunch and dinner daily, featuring classics like our Ultimate Feast®, Garlic Shrimp Scampi and Parrot Isle Jumbo Coconut Shrimp, and feature limited time flavors and preparations during events like Lobsterfest®, Crabfest® and Endless Shrimp®. And, who can resist our famous warm and cheesy Cheddar Bay Biscuits®? To learn more visit www.redlobster.com
A photo of Far Western Tavern restaurant
4.7
Exceptional(1078)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Orcutt / Santa Maria
Booked 1 time today
Welcome to the Far Western Tavern—California ranch cuisine inspired by local traditions.Our restaurant is recognized as a landmark of Santa Maria Style Barbecue, a renowned regional fare rooted in native ingredients and methods that were first popularized by 19th century rancheros.Our menu blends this local barbecue style with other dishes that reflect our family’s heritage in the Santa Maria Valley’s Swiss-Italian ranching community, all prepared with fresh flavors from nearby farms, ranches and vineyards.
A photo of Jocko's Steakhouse restaurant
4.4
Awesome(1074)
$$$$
• Steakhouse • Nipomo
Booked 45 times today
Jocko’s Steakhouse is family owned and a longtime Central Coast favorite. Our family’shospitality roots date back to 1925, or so the story goes. Jocko’s is legendary for hand cut agedsteaks grilled over an open fire of red oak coals. A style of cooking native to the area that datesto the Spanish Rancheros. We offer an extensive dinner menu serving a variety of steak cuts,ribs, pork chops, chicken, seafood, steak burgers, specialty sandwiches and more. Our Saloon includes a full compliment of your favorite spirits, tap beers and a large selection of Central Coast wines. To learn more about Jocko’s menus and history visit www.jockossteakhouse.comor call (805) 929-3686 for reservations.ONLINE ORDERING: jockossteakhouse.alohaorderonline
A photo of Adelina's Bistro restaurant
4.6
Exceptional(1026)
$$$$
• Californian • Nipomo
Booked 7 times today
The contemporary yet relaxed Adelina’s Bistro is where you’ll enjoy regional cuisine made fresh daily using the best local, organic produce. Given our location, you can also expect a hand-picked selection of superb Central Coast wines. The sophisticated and fun atmosphere encourages new friendships and lively conversation, and the food will delight all palates.

Discover Santa Maria Valley

In California's Santa Maria Valley, you'll find a number of cozy American restaurants tucked away. If you like steak, the area hosts a number of classic American establishments that offer Santa Maria-style barbecue. You'll also find country-style breakfast and lunch places that serve everything from omelets to biscuits and gravy. A number of other breakfast places are known for their bacon, sausage, and egg concoctions as well as fluffy pancakes. Some of the local steakhouses come equipped with bars that offer a selection of beers and cocktails. In addition to the wide selection of local American-style restaurants, you'll find chains of Italian restaurants and Chinese take-out joints.

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