Best places in San Luis Obispo

Discover the best places in San Luis Obispo, curated using our unique algorithm blending 'Top Rated' and 'Most Reviewed' establishments. Uncover the city's gems and must-visit locales for an unforgettable experience. Please note that certain places categories are intentionally excluded to ensure a refined selection. Ratings are based from 387 places in the city.

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Endoscopy Center of the Central Coast
Surgical center
👍👍 At age 73 this was my first colonoscopy after a home test result that came back positive for possible cancer. The staff here is great and super efficient, very friendly too. Everything happened in a very timely manner with minimal waiting. After the procedure, which was totally painless as I slept t...
4.90 (453 reviews) (~1.23 km from centre)
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Goshi | Japanese Restaurant
Japanese restaurant
Bustling Japanese spot with a simple decor & large selection of sushi & other traditional favorites.
$$$ $
4.80 (797 reviews) (~0.82 km from centre)
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Bishop Peak
Hiking area
👍 An easy trail to climb with an incredible view of the valley. It's definitely worth a hike if you're visiting San Luis. Things you should know: - Bring lots of water - Cell service is great - Parking will be one a steep hill, is a short walk from the trailhead, and is crowded on weekends - There's...
4.90 (406 reviews) (~3.97 km from centre)
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Performing Arts Center San Luis Obispo
Performing arts theater
Modern performance venue comprising the Christopher Cohan Center & the Alex & Faye Spanos Theatre.
4.80 (609 reviews) (~1.87 km from centre)
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SloDoCo Donuts
Donut shop
Upbeat shop offering creative donuts & locally roasted coffee 24/7, plus live music & board games.
$ $$$
4.70 (1.6K reviews) (~1.65 km from centre)
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OATS Airbrush Tanning Salon
Tanning salon
5.00 (217 reviews) (~1.16 km from centre)
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Scout Coffee Co.
Cafe
Modern haunt serving locally roasted coffee & housemade pastries in a bright, brick-accented space.
$$ $$
4.70 (761 reviews) (~0.52 km from centre)
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Sinsheimer Park
Park
Multi-use area with sports courts & fields, picnicking, disc golf, walking trails & a swimming pool.
4.70 (760 reviews) (~2.02 km from centre)
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Firestone Grill
Restaurant
Meat-centric American grill serving steak sandwiches, burgers & ribs in a sports-bar setting.
$$ $$
4.60 (4K reviews) (~0.2 km from centre)
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Beda's Biergarten
German restaurant
👍👍 One of my favorite spots on the California Central Coast. Beda is such a fantastic human and it is always a pleasure to chat with him when I stop by for a beer and brat. Everything is unique and tasty. Pretzel bun? Yes please! Where else can you find several of Germany's finest beers On Tap... few a...
$$ $$
4.70 (659 reviews) (~2.69 km from centre)
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Ziggy's
Vegan restaurant
Compact, casual locale serving plant-based tacos, burgers & milkshakes, plus gluten-free options.
$$ $$
4.80 (322 reviews) (~0.88 km from centre)
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Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica
Italian restaurant
Quaint Italian restaurant serving familiar fare, including pizza from a wood-burning oven.
$$ $$
4.60 (1.8K reviews) (~0.39 km from centre)
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Petra Mediterranean Pizza and Grill
Mediterranean restaurant
Mediterranean pizza toppings & pita bread sandwiches are offered at this sizable counter-serve spot.
$$ $$
4.60 (1.8K reviews) (~0.17 km from centre)
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Thai Boat
Thai restaurant
Small, family-owned Thai eatery serving spiced-to-order standards in basic digs.
$$ $$
4.70 (542 reviews) (~2.63 km from centre)
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Sunset Drive-In
Drive-in movie theater
Family-friendly, large-screen movie venue with concession stand, showing 2 new releases nightly.
4.60 (1.4K reviews) (~2.97 km from centre)
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Lincoln Market & Deli
Deli
👍👍 Found this place by accident when I got off the 101 south at Broad St by mistake. They make the best sandwiches anywhere and everyone is so friendly!
$$ $$
4.70 (490 reviews) (~0.85 km from centre)
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Trader Joe's
Grocery store
Grocery chain with a variety of signature items, plus produce, dairy & more (most sell wine & beer).
$$ $$
4.60 (1.3K reviews) (~4.36 km from centre)
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Novo
Restaurant
Global fare offered in a multispace eatery with intimate cellar, upstairs lounge & creekside patio.
$$ $$
4.60 (1.1K reviews) (~0.57 km from centre)
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California Polytechnic State University
Public university
This university known for engineering, business & architecture owns a sprawling 3,200-acre ranch.
4.70 (445 reviews) (~2.49 km from centre)
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Mission San Luis Obispo de Tolosa
Catholic church
Spanish mission founded by Junipero Serra in 1772, with a church, gardens, a museum & a gift shop.
4.60 (1K reviews) (~0.51 km from centre)
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