Top rated Bars and Pubs in San Luis Obispo

Experience the best that San Luis Obispo has to offer with our curated list of top-rated places. Sorted by average review scores from venues boasting over 30 reviews, these establishments promise exceptional quality and experiences to elevate your visit in the city. This list contains 81 places from Bars and Pubs category.

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Region. SLO
Wine bar
👍👍 Great place to try a variety of different wines. The place is so cozy. Definitely worth checking out
5.00 (94 reviews)
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SLO Cider Co.
Cider bar
👍👍 SLO Cider Co. is the best cider that I have ever tasted. It is clean and refreshing. You can enjoy it straight out of the beautiful cans or mix it up with any fruit for a quick cocktail. Suffice to say that my favorite is the Tropical. Since we need to stay home right now, this is something to l...
5.00 (65 reviews)
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Two Broads Ciderworks
Cider bar
👍👍 Ciders were good, but too polished for my taste. Good if you like clean ciders.
5.00 (34 reviews)
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Rod & Hammer’s SLO Stills
Distillery
👍👍 the cocktails are so delicious, great balance and quality. indoor and outdoor space, great for date night or big group.
4.90 (92 reviews)
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Saints Barrel
Wine bar
👍👍 What a great spot! It has a really cool modern ambiance, but still remains very warm and welcoming. They also have the cutest back patio that looks out on the creek! I’m not a wino, but the staff was so friendly and knowledgeable it made for a great experience. This is the perfect spot in downtow...
4.90 (37 reviews)
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Goshi | Japanese Restaurant
Japanese restaurant
Bustling Japanese spot with a simple decor & large selection of sushi & other traditional favorites.
$$$ $
4.80 (797 reviews)
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Ziggy's
Vegan restaurant
Compact, casual locale serving plant-based tacos, burgers & milkshakes, plus gluten-free options.
$$ $$
4.80 (322 reviews)
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hellahot
Restaurant
👍👍 This new hot chicken spot was delicious! They have a great selection of sauces, and packaging was on point. Medium spiced chicken was moist and juicy!
$$ $$
4.80 (67 reviews)
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Nightcap
Bar
👍👍 Tucked away in a hotel with its own unassuming entrance is Nightcap, a cozy, intimate cocktail bar. Their bartenders are clearly knowledgeable and are skilled in the old school art of conversation. Service is attentive and cocktails are executed well. Do yourself a favor and let them freestyle some...
4.80 (49 reviews)
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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...
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4.70 (659 reviews)
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Oak and Otter Brewing Co.
Brewpub
😠 The service is efficient, but cold. Don't go to this place looking for conversation. The regulars here remind me of that Star Trek episode where everyone on the ship gots addicted to a video game...they are addicted to a different game though. Try Geeks Who Drink dot com and maybe you can figure it...
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4.70 (278 reviews)
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Nate's on Marsh - A NRL Food Group Restaurant
Restaurant
😐 Disappointing - Nate's is in a beautiful Victorian with a great layout and nicely decorated. It was a very busy, rainy evening, but we were immediately seated for our 6 pm reservation. Half-off wine night (our first time there, we did not know) so went straight for Herman Story "Nuts and bolts" -...
4.70 (232 reviews)
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Benny’s Pizza Palace and Social Club
Pizza restaurant
😐 In my opinion, I expected more from this place. I saw the photos on your page and when I got to the place the smell was amazing, but after waiting an hour the pizza had no toppings It was a Hawaiian pizza and it only had a few pieces of bacon, no more than 2 pieces per slice, the pineapple it was th...
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4.70 (210 reviews)
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Bang The Drum Brewery
Brewery
👍👍 Really cool spot, the comedy night is my favorite but they have other events all the time on their fb / website. Lots of beers, but best of all good food and kombucha by whale bird! The pot pies 🥧 were really good, some fresh baked desserts (I ate a cookie) was amazing. Pet friendly on the patio an...
4.70 (196 reviews)
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Ox and Anchor
Steak house
👍👍 When I go to steak houses I have pretty set expectations: great food, nothing terribly inventive. And Ox + Anchor doesn't disappoint! The food was fantastic. We had the goat cheese croquettes and crab cake, as well as hanger and flat iron steaks with a side of potatoes. The crab cake: the crab cake...
4.70 (185 reviews)
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Central Coast Brewing
Brewery
👍👍 If you’re looking for something fun to do nothing like taco Tuesday at this fabulous location can’t wait till the remodel is done so I can stop in at happy hour!
4.70 (144 reviews)
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Bear & The Wren
Restaurant
👍👍 Bear & the Wren in San Luis Obispo was a pleasant surprise. The pizza with hot honey was quite enjoyable, offering a unique flavor combination. Our server knew their way around the wine list, providing helpful recommendations. The management was friendly, contributing to a relaxed dining atmosphere....
4.70 (129 reviews)
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Silver Bar Cocktail Lounge
Bar
👍👍 Great place, a must stop and or stay. Dinningroom host greeted us and was able to give us a quick walk thru of the INN's amenities. Introduced us to the worlds best bartender Nancy. She definitely did not disappoint us! Beautiful Madonna Inn definitely worth the stop.
4.70 (90 reviews)
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Central Coast Wines
Wine store
👍👍 A Memorable Tasting Experience at Central Coast Wines Store in San Luis Obispo I recently had the pleasure of visiting the Central Coast Wines store for a tasting experience in the beautiful town of San Luis Obispo. As an avid wine enthusiast, I was excited to explore the renowned wines of the Cent...
4.70 (53 reviews)
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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)
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