Guidebook for Grover Beach & Surrounding Areas
Food Scene
Excellent Thai food! Must get there early because there's almost always a wait.
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Sister Kitchen
245 W Grand AveExcellent Thai food! Must get there early because there's almost always a wait.
Great selection, reasonable prices. If you're super hungry, go there during their all-you-can-eat hours. Well worth it!
Happy hours: Monday-Friday, 1-4PM ($1 sake, $2 beer)
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Sushi 805
460 W Grand AveGreat selection, reasonable prices. If you're super hungry, go there during their all-you-can-eat hours. Well worth it!
Happy hours: Monday-Friday, 1-4PM ($1 sake, $2 beer)
Authentic Thai food. Good alternative when Sister Kitchen is too long of a wait.
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Divine Thai
501 W Grand AveAuthentic Thai food. Good alternative when Sister Kitchen is too long of a wait.
Excellent sushi and rolls. Just few blocks walk from house.
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Pacific Umi Sushi
1319 W Grand AveExcellent sushi and rolls. Just few blocks walk from house.
Excellent burritos and tacos. Our favorites are the Cabeza (Beef Head) and Lengue (Beef Tongue) with extra spicy sauce.
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Tacos De Acapulco
1051 S 13th StExcellent burritos and tacos. Our favorites are the Cabeza (Beef Head) and Lengue (Beef Tongue) with extra spicy sauce.
The nearest In-N-Out is only a 5 minute drive away! And they're open until 1AM on Sunday-Thursday; 1:30AM on Friday and Saturday!
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In-N-Out Burger
1170 W Branch StThe nearest In-N-Out is only a 5 minute drive away! And they're open until 1AM on Sunday-Thursday; 1:30AM on Friday and Saturday!
If you want fast food that's not greasy, this popular chain is less than 1 mile away -- very easy to bike to.
Chipotle Mexican Grill
853 Higuera StIf you want fast food that's not greasy, this popular chain is less than 1 mile away -- very easy to bike to.
Great place for breakfast or brunch with a mom&pop feel. Opens at 7AM everyday!
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Lil'bits Cafe
151 N 7th StGreat place for breakfast or brunch with a mom&pop feel. Opens at 7AM everyday!
If you're a meat and BBQ lover, this is the place to be!
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AJ Spurs Saloon & Dining Hall
1760 El Camino RealIf you're a meat and BBQ lover, this is the place to be!
Place to have tasty shrimp (jumbo and bay sizes) cocktails and oyster shooters as well as fresh seafood: rock cod, red snapper, Alaskan halibut, king salmon, thresher shark, ahi tuna, ling cod, swordfish.
Also a great place to buy fresh local catches of the day: dungeness crab, halibut, ling cod, and white seabass.
Olde Port Fish & Seafood Market
1160 W Grand AvePlace to have tasty shrimp (jumbo and bay sizes) cocktails and oyster shooters as well as fresh seafood: rock cod, red snapper, Alaskan halibut, king salmon, thresher shark, ahi tuna, ling cod, swordfish.
Also a great place to buy fresh local catches of the day: dungeness crab, halibut, ling cod, and white seabass.
The Market in Downtown SLO takes place every Thursday evening from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (weather permitting and excluding major holidays) on Higuera Street between Nipomo and Osos streets. It's about 20 minutes from the house but well worth it! More info at The Market takes place every Thursday evening from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (weather permitting and excluding major holidays) on Higuera Street between Nipomo and Osos streets. More info at https://downtownslo.com/farmers-market.
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Feira Livre Downtown SLO
Higuera StreetThe Market in Downtown SLO takes place every Thursday evening from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (weather permitting and excluding major holidays) on Higuera Street between Nipomo and Osos streets. It's about 20 minutes from the house but well worth it! More info at The Market takes place every Thursday evening from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM (weather permitting and excluding major holidays) on Higuera Street between Nipomo and Osos streets. More info at https://downtownslo.com/farmers-market.
Tasty food (including build your own pizza), live music, and self-service beer/wine taps in Downtown SLO!
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Blast 825 Taproom
733 Higuera StTasty food (including build your own pizza), live music, and self-service beer/wine taps in Downtown SLO!
Entertainment & Activities
Lots of fun on the expansive sand dunes! Book 3 days ahead for great discounts: http://stevesatvrentals.com
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Steve's ATV Rentals
332 Pier AveLots of fun on the expansive sand dunes! Book 3 days ahead for great discounts: http://stevesatvrentals.com
Pismo Beach Golf Course
9 W Grand Ave9 hole golf course.
Discover why our distinguished spa has been voted a top global destination mineral spring resort by Spa and Spa Finder magazines. As a recipient of the prestigious “Readers Choice” award by Spa Finder and the “Silver Sage” award by Spa Magazine, our spa treatments are designed to enliven your senses while providing you with healing benefits sourced from nature.
More info at https://www.sycamoresprings.com/avila-spa-retreat
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Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort
1215 Avila Beach DrDiscover why our distinguished spa has been voted a top global destination mineral spring resort by Spa and Spa Finder magazines. As a recipient of the prestigious “Readers Choice” award by Spa Finder and the “Silver Sage” award by Spa Magazine, our spa treatments are designed to enliven your senses while providing you with healing benefits sourced from nature.
More info at https://www.sycamoresprings.com/avila-spa-retreat
Come and enjoy the 50+ elements we have to offer varying in difficulty from our lower first timer’s course to our upper black level course. Feel the rush of air and excitement on any of our 3 zip lines totaling over 1,800’, including 2 high speed zip lines that end on Vista Lago Point. Lose your stomach on The Ledge, a 45′ free fall Quick Jump. Check out our tours!
Less than 30 minutes drive from the house. Checkout their website to make a reservation ahead of time: http://vistalagoadventurepark.com/
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Vista Lago Adventure Park
6820 Lopez DrCome and enjoy the 50+ elements we have to offer varying in difficulty from our lower first timer’s course to our upper black level course. Feel the rush of air and excitement on any of our 3 zip lines totaling over 1,800’, including 2 high speed zip lines that end on Vista Lago Point. Lose your stomach on The Ledge, a 45′ free fall Quick Jump. Check out our tours!
Less than 30 minutes drive from the house. Checkout their website to make a reservation ahead of time: http://vistalagoadventurepark.com/
The Locked Inn first opened its doors in August of 2015 and provides 2 escape rooms to challenge you and guests. You can find more info and make a reservation at https://www.thelockedinn.com.
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The Locked Inn - Live Escape Room
750 Farroll RdThe Locked Inn first opened its doors in August of 2015 and provides 2 escape rooms to challenge you and guests. You can find more info and make a reservation at https://www.thelockedinn.com.
Princess Nails And Spa
1635 West Grand AvenueReasonably priced mani & pedi. Great service. Short walk from the house.
Shopping
Pismo Beach Premium Outlets
333 5 Cities DrFamous brands and good discounts.
The biggest of several thrift stores in Grover Beach. Almost always can find a bargain during every visit.
California Cool Thrift Store
737 W Grand AveThe biggest of several thrift stores in Grover Beach. Almost always can find a bargain during every visit.
Sightseeing
Bring binoculars to spot whales in the distance and seals close by! Enjoy the restaurants and eateries along the beach boardwalk.
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Avila Beach
Bring binoculars to spot whales in the distance and seals close by! Enjoy the restaurants and eateries along the beach boardwalk.
Easy 1 mile walk along the beach to Pismo Beach for more local restaurants and shops.
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Pismo Beach Bike Rentals
160 Hinds AveEasy 1 mile walk along the beach to Pismo Beach for more local restaurants and shops.
Essentials
Grocery store just a few blocks a way to stock up on food items for the rest of your stay.
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Vons
1758 W Grand AveGrocery store just a few blocks a way to stock up on food items for the rest of your stay.
Not walking/biking distance away like Von's, but worth the short 6 minute drive if you want higher quality food items and reasonable prices.
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Trader Joe's
955 Rancho PkwyNot walking/biking distance away like Von's, but worth the short 6 minute drive if you want higher quality food items and reasonable prices.
If you're a Costco member, this is just 15 minute drive north of Grover Beach. Get snacks and food in bulk (if you're having a lengthy stay) as well as low priced gas.
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Costco Wholesale
1540 Froom Ranch WayIf you're a Costco member, this is just 15 minute drive north of Grover Beach. Get snacks and food in bulk (if you're having a lengthy stay) as well as low priced gas.
Parks & Nature
Nice quiet park to walk dogs to -- just 5 short blocks away. Check Grover Beach's Calendar of Events for special activities at the park: https://www.grover.org/gallery.aspx?PID=17 and http://www.grover.org/index.aspx?NID=239
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Ramona Garden Park
993 Ramona AveNice quiet park to walk dogs to -- just 5 short blocks away. Check Grover Beach's Calendar of Events for special activities at the park: https://www.grover.org/gallery.aspx?PID=17 and http://www.grover.org/index.aspx?NID=239
See up to 25,000 beautiful Monarch butterflies! The Monarch Butterfly Grove is located half a mile south of Pismo Beach just off Hwy 1. The grove is open from late October through the month of February from 10 am to 4 pm with docents providing daily talks at 11 am and 2 pm. More info at http://www.monarchbutterfly.org
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Monarch Butterfly Grove
400 South Dolliver StreetSee up to 25,000 beautiful Monarch butterflies! The Monarch Butterfly Grove is located half a mile south of Pismo Beach just off Hwy 1. The grove is open from late October through the month of February from 10 am to 4 pm with docents providing daily talks at 11 am and 2 pm. More info at http://www.monarchbutterfly.org
Our old-fashioned 20' x 20' therapeutic hot mineral soaking pool is approximately 2 ft. deep and 104 degrees and draws it's constant flow up from the natural artesian well beneath Avila Hot Springs.
Avila Hot Springs' source of mineral water is a geothermal spring emanating from deep within the earth's mantle, brought to the surface by our artesian well, which allows the precious water to flow up to us without pumping at about 130-135 degrees, where it is cooled with a little fresh water to about 104 degrees in our hot pool. The flow of our spring has remained constant for over 100 years.
More info at https://www.avilahotsprings.com
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Avila Hot Springs
250 Avila Beach DrOur old-fashioned 20' x 20' therapeutic hot mineral soaking pool is approximately 2 ft. deep and 104 degrees and draws it's constant flow up from the natural artesian well beneath Avila Hot Springs.
Avila Hot Springs' source of mineral water is a geothermal spring emanating from deep within the earth's mantle, brought to the surface by our artesian well, which allows the precious water to flow up to us without pumping at about 130-135 degrees, where it is cooled with a little fresh water to about 104 degrees in our hot pool. The flow of our spring has remained constant for over 100 years.
More info at https://www.avilahotsprings.com
Just 30 minutes drive north of Grover Beach.
Morro Bay State Park features lagoon and natural bay habitat. The bay's most prominent landmark is Morro Rock. The park has opportunities for sailing, fishing, hiking, and bird watching. The park museum has exhibits that cover natural features and cultural history, Native American life, geology, and oceanography. The park also has a colorful marina and an 18-hole public golf course. On the bay's northeast edge is a pristine saltwater marsh that supports a thriving bird population.
More info at http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=594
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Parque Estadual de Morro Bay
60 State Park RdJust 30 minutes drive north of Grover Beach.
Morro Bay State Park features lagoon and natural bay habitat. The bay's most prominent landmark is Morro Rock. The park has opportunities for sailing, fishing, hiking, and bird watching. The park museum has exhibits that cover natural features and cultural history, Native American life, geology, and oceanography. The park also has a colorful marina and an 18-hole public golf course. On the bay's northeast edge is a pristine saltwater marsh that supports a thriving bird population.
More info at http://www.parks.ca.gov/?page_id=594
Tranquil park with miles of sand dunes & beach access offers fishing, hiking & picnicking. About 30 minutes drive from the house, but well worth it!
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Reserva de Dunas de Rancho Guadalupe
6999 W Main StTranquil park with miles of sand dunes & beach access offers fishing, hiking & picnicking. About 30 minutes drive from the house, but well worth it!
Secluded beach. Amazing views on your way there. Park at either Cave Landing Trail Parking (just 5 spaces) or Pirates Cove Lookout (30+ spaces) and then hike in.
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Pirates Cove Beach
Cave Landing RoadSecluded beach. Amazing views on your way there. Park at either Cave Landing Trail Parking (just 5 spaces) or Pirates Cove Lookout (30+ spaces) and then hike in.
Panoramic view of San Luis Obispo Bay from Point San Luis to the north to Rancho Guadalupe Dunes Preserve to the south. Park at either Cave Landing Trail Parking (just 5 spaces) or Pirates Cove Lookout (30+ spaces) and then hike in and up. The loop is about 2 miles and has a fairly steep (up to 40 degrees) northern section, so wear non-slip shoes.
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Ontario Ridge Trail
Ontario Ridge TrailPanoramic view of San Luis Obispo Bay from Point San Luis to the north to Rancho Guadalupe Dunes Preserve to the south. Park at either Cave Landing Trail Parking (just 5 spaces) or Pirates Cove Lookout (30+ spaces) and then hike in and up. The loop is about 2 miles and has a fairly steep (up to 40 degrees) northern section, so wear non-slip shoes.
Drinks & Nightlife
Excellent craft beer though open only until 10PM on Sunday-Thursday; 11PM on Friday and Saturday. More info at http://www.figmtnbrew.com
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Figueroa Mountain Brewing Co.
1462 E Grand AveExcellent craft beer though open only until 10PM on Sunday-Thursday; 11PM on Friday and Saturday. More info at http://www.figmtnbrew.com
Lively joint opens until 2AM every night. Check out their events calendar at http://mongossaloon.com/entertainment
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Mongo's Saloon
359 W Grand AveLively joint opens until 2AM every night. Check out their events calendar at http://mongossaloon.com/entertainment
Brewery for the popular "805" craft beer. FYI, 805 is the phone area code for the Central Coast. Located within 45 minutes drive north of Grover Beach, so if you're coming down from the north, definitely make a stop at this place.
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Firestone Walker Brewing Company
1400 Ramada DrBrewery for the popular "805" craft beer. FYI, 805 is the phone area code for the Central Coast. Located within 45 minutes drive north of Grover Beach, so if you're coming down from the north, definitely make a stop at this place.
The closest of more than ten local wineries within just a 15-20 minute drive north of Grover Beach.
Claiborne & Churchill is a small, family owned and operated winery, founded in 1983 and located in the heart of the Edna Valley, just outside San Luis Obispo, California. Inspired by the wines of Alsace, we specialize in premium dry wines made from Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris grapes, as well as handcrafted Pinot Noirs and Syrahs from several vineyards here in the Edna Valley. We also produce small lots of other wines, including a Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Dry Rosé, and a Port-style wine.
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Claiborne & Churchill Winery
2649 Carpenter Canyon RdThe closest of more than ten local wineries within just a 15-20 minute drive north of Grover Beach.
Claiborne & Churchill is a small, family owned and operated winery, founded in 1983 and located in the heart of the Edna Valley, just outside San Luis Obispo, California. Inspired by the wines of Alsace, we specialize in premium dry wines made from Riesling, Gewürztraminer, and Pinot Gris grapes, as well as handcrafted Pinot Noirs and Syrahs from several vineyards here in the Edna Valley. We also produce small lots of other wines, including a Pinot Blanc, Chardonnay, Dry Rosé, and a Port-style wine.