Restaurants in Pismo Beach, California

Restaurants in Pismo Beach, California

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Pismo Beach is a popular vacation destination on California's beautiful Pacific coastline, with features such as scuba diving, tide pools and a monarch butterfly cove. Most of the small town is located within two blocks of the ocean, so any restaurant you choose will allow for a true beach town experience. With restaurants ranging from casual to fine dining, you'll find a range of price options and food types--but be ready for seafood-heavy menus.

Cracked Crab

Serving fine food in a casual setting, the Cracked Crab serves local seafood, but can accommodate meat eaters or vegetarians. It uses no trans fats in its meals, and tries to use mainly local ingredients. The menu is updated daily, depending on what ingredients are available and what the chef's choice is. The Cracked Crab opened in 1999 and continues to serve one block away from the San Luis Obispo Bay coastline.

Cracked Crab
751 Price St.
Pismo Beach, CA
805-773-2722
crackedcrab.com

Splash Cafe

The Splash Cafe has been open in Pismo Beach since 1989. Its funky, mural walls and surfing theme make it a great choice after a day on the beach. It serves 15,000 gallons of clam chowder a year, but its menu also includes sandwiches, tacos, salads, burgers and breakfast foods. The Splash Cafe is located a stone's throw from the beach, so get some food to go and eat it while sunbathing.

Splash Cafe
197 Pomeroy
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
805-773-4653
splashcafe.com

Rosa's Restaurant

Complete with a wine shop and available for banquet groups up to 60 people, Rosa's is an ideal restaurant for classic Italian dining. Manicotti or pizza, there's something for everyone. On top of a full bar and menu, events such as the Martini Competition dot its calender. The family owned and operated establishment earned the Pismo Beach Business of the Year Award in 1998 and again in 2008.

Rosa's Restaurant
491 Price Street
Pismo Beach, CA 93449
805-773-0551
rosasrestaurant.com

Thai Talay

With chefs hailing from Thailand, Australia and Southern California, Thai Talay offers traditional Thai food, including Thai barbecue, noodles and fried rice, as well as an array of vegetarian and vegan options. Thai Talay never uses MSG in its food. It is located between the beach and Route 101, allowing guests to relax over dinner before continuing their travels or stopping at the beach. Takeout and delivery are available.

Thai Talay
601 Price St.
Pismo Beach, CA
(805) 773-6162
thaitalay.com

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