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    SeaVenture Restaurant

    4.1 (727 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids
    Outdoor seating

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    Fran S.

    Updating my review because most of my pictures didn't download.... Great meal and well priced. Friendly fast service....meal was well paced ...not rushed. Cute seating indoors and outside. Charming booth and window seating with great ocean views. Big bar with Tapas.

    Pismo Beach and the Pacific over our shoulders.
    Ric N.

    Hard to find any issue at SeaVenture Restaurant. Celebrating my wife's birthday, we requested a window table and got it. Ordered a lovely bottle of local Paso Robles wine (Dusi, and we're able to bring the left over home). Dined on a split Caesar salad, the surf & turf entree (with mashers, grilled asparagus, a side of sauteed mushrooms), everything prepared to perfection. Service was light, friendly and just right. Lovely for couples or foursomes. All made for a wonderful evening.

    Down in basement with elevator waiting the trip to the elevator
    Lon H.

    In the central area of California lies the perfect stay away vacation. You can get away for a few days by driving on the reliable 101 freeway and stay in the three small towns of Pismo Beach, Avila Beach, and Aroyyo Grande. No airport to hassle with mostly friendly people from all walks of life. This review is all in on the splendid Sea Adventure Hotel in Pismo Beach.In the heart of Pismo you park in an expansive free parking lot. A quick jaunt across the beach town street and into the Sea Adventure hotel. Up the elevator to the third floor you see the outdoor sitting to the left with many tables in the middle for the pleasure of looking off the wonderful sight of liquid gold. My lady and I were greeted by the very pleasant server named Jordan. He turned out to be a very helpful young man with a lot of information about this community. Mostly where to eat and what to do. My Lady and I started out with the hearty New England soup thick and superbly flavoured with the combination of sweet and a touch spicy. My lady had 3 beef sliders and two coconut tacos that were delicious . I had to try the large portion serving of a well marbled Prime ribeye so tender to the appreciative taste buds. A large baked potatoe with the works seemed appropriate and well worth the addition. Started out with a French 75 a smooth effervescent cocktail. My lady had a mock strawberry drink that was much to her liking. We decided to just have a scoop of vanilla bean ice cream with a ladled raspberry jam added. Oh for just fun. After a brief stroll on the beach we took a quick drive back to our hotel. The entire area is a three pointed triangle with plenty of room to travel all three during a brief visit. We really enjoy this community. We will be back very soon

    Geoff M.

    Let's start with the positives, the views are great and It was nice to have dinner at sunset. The bread and butter was delicious and so was the loaded baked potato. However the meat skewers appetizer were terrible and we didn't even finish them, between the flavor and texture not even the sauces could make them better. The steak was terrible. The flavor and texture were just so bad I had to ask for steak sauce to try and make it palatable. It helped but not much. Plus there was a lot of sneaky hard gristle on it. If the food was better I'd recommend this place for the views or maybe order something other than what we did.

    Clam Chowder
    Danny N.

    This place is amazing! The service was extremely fast, friendly, and they were all super efficient. They offer both indoor and outdoor seating, plus bar top seating. The best part? No matter where you are at, the view is absolutely breathtaking. We opted in for the surf and turf for two and the clam chowder. The chowder was to die for and the dinner plates were delicious as well. This was a dinner we will remember, that is for sure.

    Erika S.

    First time at this restaurant. It's hidden above the hotel, or in the hotel? Super fancy. I wasn't a fan of parking, they didn't seem to have a lot of spaces, or maybe I didn't see that they had more. I'm not sure. I ended up parking on the street. The restaurant has outdoor seating, a bar, and an amazing view. Unfortunately it was a foggy evening. My boyfriend's uncle is a regular there and knows the waiter so we had excellent service. The price is high but the food looked good. Small portions, but it is a fancy restaurant so that's expected. If you're a bougie seafood loving person, then this is the place to go.

    Lava cake
    Stephanie W.

    Sweet views of the sunset sitting on the patio. Killer service. Elevated and fun takes of classic American food. The whole menu looked great. I had the vol au vent because the baked puff pastry with lobster and shrimp sounded unique. The sauce was great. It didn't even need the potato's which took away from the pastry. The lobster and shrimp were well cooked. My friend enjoyed the pan seared filet mignon which was cooked perfectly. We wish both dishes had more sauce because they both were so enjoyable. Lava cake was fresh, hot, gooey I should've ordered 10. Can't wait to visit again!

    Hot Peppermint Patty
    Kevin L.

    This place was great starting with the view. The staff were great as well. Super attentive. As for the food, the calamari appetizer tasted fresh and not rubbery. The vol au vent with the puff pastry was excellent. The gravy on it made the dish and wasn't too rich. The halibut with shrimp and lobster risotto was very good but rich. All of their drinks were made to perfection. All in all, this place was great!

    Karla Z.

    Omg so good!!! Food was absolutely incredible, so tasty and quick to come out. While service was a little bit slow with our server, we understood as she seemed super busy. Our drinks were fantastic- i definitely need to go back for another key lime martini! You don't need to stay at the hotel to dine but I would definitely make a reservation at the restaurant just to be safe! The views are amazing- definitely ask to sit outside. They have heaters so you'll be okay. This is definitely getting added to my go to places in pismo! Food and drinks were 10/10

    Food is excellent and varied. Service is impeccable. View is the best in Pismo. Prices are even reasonable! Great place for a party/banquet. We recently held our 50th wedding anniversary celebration and Simon, the manager could not have done a better job. A wonderful experience.

    Ceviche Tostadas
    Nalleli P.

    My favorite breakfast spot in Pismo. View is beautiful. Service took a while but our waiter was attentive on checking on us regularly and brining more water.

    Gf ahi salad and pismettes
    Brooke K.

    We LOVE dining here. There's a plethora of gluten free options. Clam chowder without croutons is delicious. Sesame lettuce wraps minus wontons. Pismettes , coconut shrimp tacos, beef tips, Mexican shrimp cocktail, the wedge salad, ahi salad without wontons, they have a lot of other options howevthose are my favorites. They have a clearly labeled menu with all GF or GFO which is amazing.

    Calamari and Prime Rib Sliders

    Went to the Sea Venture for dinner and drinks. It was on point, as always. We started out with a couple cocktails, which Craig made fantastically. Then moved on to the bar menu and tried the Steak Nachos. Steve smothered those in cheese and the filet on the top was so melt in your mouth wonderful. After that we had the Sliders, which hubby just loves, and the calamari. I enjoyed that they fried a few jalapeño chips in there, although it required a beer to cook down my mouth. Overall, the Sea Venture is wonderful with great food, drinks and impeccable views

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    Absolutely disgusting. Flavorless, over cooked, poorly prepared. Run as fast as you can away from this place.

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    Is it Dog friendly?

    I'm not sure about this restaurant's policy regarding dogs. The main dining area is on the third floor, and they do have a nice patio for food service also on the third floor.… 

    What's the corkage fee?

    None if slo county wine. Otherwise i think 15

    Is the brunch they offer only on Sundays?

    Both Saturday and Sunday

    Do they have chicken options for the dinner menu?

    Yes

    Do they have a privet parking lot or do we have to park on the street somewhere and walk?

    They allow parking in their parking structure.

    Is there a kids menu?

    For dining in, I did not see one on the regular menu. It may be available on a separate menu upon request.

    Best dinner/seafood dishes and price range? Thanks for the recommendations.

    Coconut Shrimp tacos 14.00, Seared Scallops 29.00.

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    4.1
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    Absolutely amazing! We came here for the incredible ocean views, and Ventana Grill did not…read moredisappoint. The scenery alone is worth the visit. Watching the waves while enjoying dinner made for an unforgettable experience. The food was fresh, flavorful, and beautifully presented. The service was friendly, attentive, and made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in. If you're anywhere near Pismo Beach or San Luis Obispo, this is a must-visit. Great food, outstanding service, and some of the best views on the Central Coast. We'll definitely be back!

    This restaurant has a beautiful beachfront location with gorgeous ocean views, making it a great…read morespot to enjoy a meal with family. We had a reservation for a birthday dinner and arrived about 30 minutes early. We were told we'd be seated closer to our reservation time, which was completely understandable. However, as we waited, we watched several groups (including walk-ins without reservations) get seated before us. Even after our reservation time had passed, we had to check in with the host again before we were finally seated, despite there being plenty of empty tables. The service at the front definitely could have been handled better. The food, on the other hand, was very good with a great variety of options. I loved that they start you off with freshly made tortillas, cinnamon butter, and salsa to share. I ordered the Campechana de Mariscos, which was fresh, generously portioned, and perfect for sharing. We also had the Molcajete, and it was delicious! It came with a great mix of steak, chicken, chorizo, jumbo shrimp, nopal, and cheese. The portion was generous and easily enough for two people. Other dishes we ordered also included the pozole, chicken nachos, and lobster mac and cheese. Everything was delicious as well! The mac and cheese especially. For drinks, I tried the Golden Hour nonalcoholic cocktail, and unfortunately, I wouldn't recommend it. It tasted like watered-down ginger beer with no carbonation and only the faintest hint of pineapple. It was more on the bitter taste. Overall, this is a great restaurant for the ocean views and flavorful food. The portions are generous, and there's something for everyone on the menu. The only downside was the host service and the unnecessary wait despite having a reservation. I'd still come back for the food and the scenery.

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    View of the lounge
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    Salsa and chips with guacamole
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    My first time here and our server, Riley was wonderful in suggesting cocktails for us to have . We…read moreordered the fried green tomatoes as our appetizer and then had the mushroom sausage pizza. The fried green tomatoes were wonderful with the shrimp on top and the pizza was generous and we were able to bring home leftovers to enjoy the next day. We also ordered the apricot tart for dessert which was light and creamy! The only negative thing was we were dining inside and it happened to be on a warm day so there wasn't much cross breeze inside and it was a bit warm, but other than that food and service was excellent.

    With Ember being on the Michelin guide as a recommended restaurant, I went in with high…read moreexpectations. And boy did they deliver. Rarely do I walk away from a dining experience where the quality of service and quality of food fight to outshine one another, but this was one of those spots. Our server, a German gentleman, was the consummate professional- always friendly, never overstepping, and added such a warm dimension to our meal. The fried green tomatoes and the white beet appetizers were standouts. I especially loved the vinegary dressing on the greens of the beet dish. For mains, we got the leek olive potato pizza, the ribeye, and the wood fire poached halibut. The avocado chimichurri that accompanied the ribeye was the perfect balance, and the sautéed greens under the fish were savory with the right amount of bite. I also liked their selection of mocktails; the pink pony club was a particular standout. All this for $200 was a better price tag than I was expecting, but most importantly, it got the stamp of approval from my notoriously picky grandmother and uncle. This spot is worth the drive.

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    Kitchen, where "the magic" happens...
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    Honeymoon Cafe

    3.9
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    0.4 mi
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    We really enjoyed this breakfast hidden gem! I live how everything is sourced locally and made with…read morefresh, quality ingredients. The menu has a bunch of fun breakfasts that was a nice change of pace from the omelettes and pancakes that other places are making. I ordered the sunrise tacos and they were pretty good. The corn tortillas were solid, and I would say everything blended really well together flavor wise. And everything was cooked perfectly. The rest of the family felt maybe a little more neutral toward their breakfasts but I very much enjoyed my meal. Seating is limited inside so you might be left with just outdoor seating, but turnover rate it pretty decent. Overall, fair prices and quality food that J enjoyed. Probably my favorite breakfast place so far in pismo

    This experience involved me getting my food to go. As I was waiting on my food I noticed that…read moreeveryone in and out of the kitchen did not have their hair covered or pulled back. The individual working the register has bakery items on a rack that is eye level to her. She is constantly flopping her hair back and forth. In addition I noticed that when a server came out to clean tables and dirty dishes, they would put them in the sink and then just to grab food items to serve. They didn't even wash their hands! After I noticed that I had been waiting for a long time, I asked the person at the register about my food. She looked over to the rack and my food was just sitting there for an ample amount of time. All she could say was (very awkwardly) sorry. I decided to keep my cool and hoped the food was going to be okay, but when I got home there was hair in my plate.

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    Iced latte, croissant sandwich, chia pudding
    Iced latte, croissant sandwich, chia pudding
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    Cracked Crab

    Cracked Crab

    4.1
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    My wife and I had a great lunch today. The Host and Waiter were friendly and attentive. They both…read morecame over at some point to ask how everything was. I told them it was "Delicious!" I heard the other Waiters as they served the clients. They were very friendly, professional and served the customers with a smile. The location is on a busy street so as you dine and you look out the window you get to see all the people driving and walking by. It's great if you love to people watch. Some of the plates coming out looked AMAZING. We had the Crab Dip, House Salad, Crab Louis Salad and Clam Chowder. Everything was delicious and satisfying. We even took home a slice of Key Lime Pie. We'll be going back again.

    The Cracked Crab is a well established restaurant on Price street serving yummy food for many years…read morenow. Cute and casual restaurant displaying many lovely beach murals and specializing in seafood. DJ was our fantastic server today. He was Friendly & attentive. We ordered 2 buckets with crab & shrimp. Our order came out steamy & tasty very quickly. The buckets include a choice of crab, shrimp, mussels & clams. It includes corn, potatoes, sausage & your seafood choices. They have many seafood options besides the buckets. DJ was so accommodating throughout our meal. We dined early around 5pm, but if you go during peak hours, lunch or dinner you may have a wait. They do not take reservations. They are moderately priced and portions are good. For a fun beach y experience definitely drop in for a meal.

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    Inside
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    Fish and Chips
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    Marisol

    Marisol

    3.4
    (844 reviews)
    3.4 mi
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    Located next to dolphin Bay, in Shell Beach, is the Cliffs Hotel and Marisol restaurant. I've been…read moregoing to Marisol for years, but never for brunch. It was awesome. The ambience can't get any better with being right on the ocean looking off a cliff. The service was good, nothing to complain about. We ordered mimosas, cappuccino's, and I ordered the eggs Benedict with homestyle fries. The mimosa was beautiful not too much orange juice, perfect balance. The cappuccino was delicious. Could've been a little hotter obviously it probably sat just for a little bit. Deep rich flavors, nice hint of cocoa and that deep rich coffee taste. And my eggs Benedict were just awesome. Perfectly cooked, with the yolk still runny, but not too runny in the middle. The hollandaise sauce was beautiful perfect consistency. Great taste. The homestyle fries/potatoes were perfectly cooked. They were cooked right to the borderline of crispiness and softness they were also perfectly seasoned. *Overall, I'm slapping myself for never coming to brunch!*

    We stayed at the Cliff's so we visited Marisol mainly for drinks each evening. The only meal we had…read morethere was for brunch on our way back to San francisco. Drinks/Ambiance: 5/5 Drinks were refreshing, cocktails were handmaid, and they all tasted delicious. The views and sunsets here are unbeatable along the pristine central coastline. Service was was top tier. I did enjoy we would have our drinks and walk around the cliffs or go outside and enjoy the impeccable grounds. Brunch: was more of a pop in and out and sit at the bar moment but I ordered the biscuits and gravy. Service was great again but the actual biscuits were a bit dry and I wish they had more gravy to make up for it. But overall, not bad. Everything else tasted great! Would recommend.

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    Marisol
    Marisol
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    Blast & Brew

    3.6
    (657 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    $$

    had the best service and some good food!! remember my server ShaniaRose she was amazing!!! she was…read moreso bright and vibrant and very accommodating! must go especially with amazing service always makes everything better

    We stopped by Blast & Brew for dinner with four people and our Goldendoodle, Bailey, and had an…read moreoverall great experience. We were seated outside immediately, and the staff even rearranged tables to comfortably accommodate our group. Our server was friendly, checked on us frequently throughout the meal, happily brought to-go boxes when we were finished, and was very accommodating to both us and Bailey. She also brought Bailey a water bowl after we asked, which we appreciated. One thing that stood out was that we weren't initially offered waters for the table. It felt a little unusual that each of us had to ask individually before receiving water, especially since that's typically one of the first things brought to the table. My mom and aunt enjoyed using the self-pour beer wall, where you load a beer card and pay by the ounce, my brother ordered a soda, and I had a cocktail. It just seemed like a missed opportunity to make a better first impression. The food was definitely the highlight. We started with the giant Bavarian pretzel, which was a great appetizer for sharing. The only thing we would have changed was having a little more cheese sauce because the pretzel is so large. My brother and I split the Cowboy Mac & Cheese, and paired with the pretzel it ended up being the perfect amount of food for both of us. My mom enjoyed her burger and fries, and my aunt's birria tacos looked incredible with the consommé for dipping. Everything we ordered was flavorful, well prepared, and generously portioned. After dinner, we loved being able to take Bailey for a walk thanks to the nearby beach access, which made for a really nice way to end the evening. My only real disappointment was the patio layout. The ocean views are mostly reserved for the indoor dining room, while the main patio faces Highway 101. There are only a couple of outdoor tables with an ocean view, but they don't have umbrellas. Since it was a warm afternoon, we had to choose between sitting in the sun with a view or sitting in the shade without one, so we opted for comfort. It feels like adding a few umbrellas to those ocean-facing tables would make a huge difference and allow more guests to actually enjoy the coastal setting. Overall, we had a great meal with friendly service, good food, and a welcoming atmosphere for Bailey. With a few small improvements to the patio and a stronger first impression by offering waters to the table, this would easily be a 5-star experience.

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    Self Pour Station
    Self Pour Station
    Blast & Brew
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    SeaVenture Restaurant - newamerican - Updated August 2026

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