Best restaurants near me in Pismo Beach, CA

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A photo of Vista Steak and Seafood restaurant

1. Vista Steak and Seafood

4.7

Exceptional(1637)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pismo Beach

Booked 40 times today

Vista Steak and Seafood is located on the bluffs in Pismo Beach overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Featuring all natural hormone free steaks and fresh seafood, this coastal dining one of a kind restaurant has something that will sure to please everyone. Reservations are highly recommended. We gladly accept reservations for parties of 6 or less via Open Table. Please call the restaurant directly for parties of 7 or more ~ 805-556-9000. We will do our best to accommodate seating requests however we can not guarantee a specific table. Vista has no outdoor seating so please leave your fur babies at home.

2. Oyster Loft

4.8

Exceptional(3587)

Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pismo Beach

Booked 35 times today

More than a restaurant, Oyster Loft is an experience, where the excellent service is rivaled only by the flavor and beauty of our dishes, upscale cuisine and regional seafood dishes artfully prepared. Dine with sparkling views of Pismo Beach, and enjoy appetizers, seasonal main courses and indulgent sweets.Oyster Loft boasts a menu rich with fresh fish. Our raw bar features a variety of oysters shucked on the half shell from both the east and west coasts. The menu also includes seafood dishes, shellfish preparations and a selection of meat to round out the offerings. The range of the menu offers you the opportunity to choose your dining experience.

3. Ada's Fish House

4.7

Exceptional(205)

Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Pismo Beach

Booked 25 times today

Ada's Fish House is a family owned and operated establishment, boasting fresh fish and seafood in a relaxed atmosphere. Ada's offers classic coastal dishes with an East Coast influence such as crab cakes and lobster rolls with mouth watering specialties of Pacific Coast Halibut, local snapper, and seafood pasta. Ada's sources fresh seafood daily in order to provide the highest quality product to their customers. Executive Chef and owner, Douglas MacMillan, is always introducing new and exciting dishes - simple and fresh. A mostly local wine list and full bar await your arrival.

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4. Cypress Beach House

3.6

Very Good(25)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary Italian • Pismo Beach

Booked 2 times today

Our Cal-Italian rooftop restaurant concept transports guests from Pismo Beach to the heart of the Italian Riviera. Fusing contemporary Californian cooking with comforting Italian favorites, in a laidback, yet sophisticated setting at the rooftop at Inn at the Pier. Discover a vibrant gathering place where familiar favorites and a robust scratch beverage program are elevated from the norm. The lively, polished rooftop set against a sweeping Pacific ocean view allows guests and locals alike to instantly slip into the seaside holiday mindset.

5. Ventana Grill

4.6

Exceptional(3164)

Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Pismo Beach

Booked 45 times today

Discover the cool, coastal world of Ventana Grill.With an atmosphere that channels the four elements, Ventana Grill in Pismo Beach immerses guests in the enchanting pleasures of the natural world. Dine surrounded by the rhythmic serenade of waves crashing on the beach below. The stylish dining room sits perched on a coastal bluff, treating guests to an endless view of azure blue and rich red sunsets.

6. Sea Venture

4.7

Exceptional(2364)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Pismo Beach

Booked 10 times today

The SeaVenture Restaurant located on the beach in California Central Coast wine country, the third floor Restaurant allows you to take in breathtaking sunsets and panoramic beach and ocean views from large picture windows and outdoor decks. Chef Eddie Ruiz contemporary coastal cuisine is inspired by the surrounding local wine country. Our seasonal menu is prepared with locally farmed vegetables, premium pork and beef and the highest quality fish and seafood. All desserts are made in house from scratch.

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7. Pono Pacific Kitchen

4.8

Exceptional(593)

Price: Expensive

• Pacific Rim • Pismo Beach

Booked 19 times today

Pono Pacific Kitchen offers Pacific Rim cuisine that focuses on local favorites with a style of cooking and presenting dishes that combines ingredients, influences and techniques from not only Hawaii but also Asia, California and Mexico and the western coasts in general.

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8. Marisol at the Cliffs Hotel and Spa

4.7

Exceptional(1346)

Price: Moderate

• Contemporary American • Pismo Beach

Booked 13 times today

Marisol translates to The Sun and the Sea; and no where is this more evident than through the flavors of the food. The menu at Marisol has been developed as New Spanish- American Cuisine. As the premier choice of Pismo Beach restaurants, all of the dishes at Marisol are prepared with a soulful touch by Chef Ashley Black and Pastry Chef Derek Brown, featuring produce from fields of local farmers, seafood fresh off the boats of local fishermen, and naturally raised meats and poultry. The wine list for Marisol is awarded by Wine Spectator and has an amazing Selection of wines by the glass page with many local wines from Monterey to Santa Barbara County. For the finest oceanfront dining experience, try our award-winning Pismo Beach California restaurant Marisol at the Cliffs Hotel and Spa. For hotel information, please visit https://cliffshotelandspa.com/

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9. F. McLintocks Saloon & Dining House

4.3

Awesome(1492)

Price: Moderate

• Steak • Pismo Beach

Booked 14 times today

F. McLintocks Saloon & Dining House offers the best authentic ranch style cooking and atmosphere teamed up with high spirited service and genuine western hospitality. Ocean view dining, private banquet hall, and Bruce's private saloon on our ocean view deck! Live music every Friday and Saturday in our saloon with a cozy fire place. A dining experience that will leave life time memories!

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10. Pequin Coastal Cocina

3.9

Excellent(252)

Price: Expensive

• Mexican • Pismo Beach

Booked 2 times today

Pequín offers whimsical Baja Coastal selections highlighting local ingredients accompanied by a tequila-inspired cocktail program. Named for a spicy little chili pepper, breakfast, brunch, lunch, and dinner comes with an unexpected twist. Join us for Happy Hour Monday - Friday from 3 - 6 PM for discounted signature drinks, wines by the glass, and Firestone Walker beers alongside tasty bites like guac & chips, taquitos, tacos, and more2 hours of Free Valet Parking when you show a dining receipt from Pequín.