Slappys Chowder House

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My first time here. A friend said they got great Mexican food. We had their chicken Asad combo…read moreplate. Great tasting chicken, salsa. Coming back to try their El Pastor taco

This used to be a favorite spot to grab tacos but the prices have continued to climb while quality…read morearguably went down. They do not have the prices listed anywhere. I got rang up for 2 regular burritos and 4 tacos and the bill was $49. At $14 a burrito which doesn't have any sour cream, or guac and is mostly rice and beans, this is quite steep. The meat was chewy and very salty. The chicken burrito was slightly better but still over salted. I would only order a taco from here in the future. The biggest bummer was that I didn't notice that they didn't give me a single salsa with my order to go.

Pastor grill

2 Pastor Tacos with a Pastor Tostada

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Grilled chicken torta!

Taqueria San Miguel

4.1(89 reviews)

Taqueria San Miguel took over what used to be one of my favorite spots for Tacos and Burritos in…read morethe 5 City's area..Juanita's Mexican Food. I thought It would not be easy for the Taqueria San Miguel to live up to Juanita's quality and flavors but I was wrong. Taqueria San Miguel is straight fire. Asada tortas and chicken tortas are delicious. Chille relleno and refied bean burrito is amazing. Great tasting food and decent prices. I love this place.It's a must stop for good grub.

Terrible Restaurant. I ordered only 2 tacos there was no other costumers there.Two people walk up…read moreand take their order. I'm waiting and they both get their food before me. Only 2 tacos... I waited for 20 minutes. Very disappointed.

Asada burrito

Birria Tacos

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Hours, phone number and breakfast hours

Morenos Taqueria

4.5(282 reviews)

2.5 mi

If you're in Pismo Beach and craving great Mexican food, Morenos Taqueria is a must-visit! A total…read morehidden gem! The food is flavorful, and consistently delicious, you can't go wrong with anything on the menu. It's fast and efficient too!. Even when it's busy! The staff is friendly, and the overall vibe is laid-back Easily some of the best Mexican food in Pismo Beach. Highly recommend!

Eek! This place changed owners a while back and I took my cousins and their kids here from out of…read moretown... Definitely a different experience than when the previous owners were here. Hopefully they've improved, but they messed up a good portion of our orders (about half of 8 orders) and I felt so bad that some were not eating while others had food. Unfortunately the service was pretty poor too, in that they were completely unaware and unapologetic. The ambiance was nice at least and the bathrooms kept up too. In a pinch, I may give them another try in the future.

Sitting area

The Famous Pambazo

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Chicken enchilada

Tacos De Acapulco

4.0(309 reviews)

0.9 mi

Staying at a campground near here and found it on yelp. Saw it was in the middle of a neighborhood…read moreand not on the main drag so I figured it was supported by locals rather than tourists. This turned out to be very true. Half the customers seemed to know each other. Anyway, the ambiance is pretty thin. Not much to look at and all the food is served in paper or styrofoam containers. Help yourself to some plastic cutlery if needed. However, the food was very tasty. Certainly above average for a basic Mexican place. I ordered the carnitas plate and a chile relleno à la carte. I like to test Mexican restaurants by trying the chile relleno. That was the best part of the meal. Took a few minutes for my order because the relleno was obviously freshly made. Very well roasted poblano with just a little bite to it. Well breaded, fried, and sauced. Carnitas were very tasty as well. Service was a bit odd as they call your number and then stand there and ask you if you want everything on it and then slap it on top in front of you.

I eat here frequently as it is very close to home and you control what goes into your food as they…read morefix it in front of you unless it is fish or fajitas, which are done in the kitchen. They are always busy but they are fast! You can eat in or get your food to go. Prices have gone up but, not as much as other restaurants. Chips are extra and honestly, they give you so much food, you won't need them. The Chile Rellenos are really good. There's a reason this place is so busy, the locals love it!!

Spartan ambiance.

Supreme Nachos

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Efren's Deli

3.9(356 reviews)

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We came in for breakfast this morning while staying nearby. This place is a hidden treasure. Plenty…read moreof dining space. The staff is very friendly and the interior is clean as is the small patio. Food is delicious and We absolutely loved everything. Prices are reasonable and we plan on returning on our next trip.

The food was average, the service was good. The restaurant was decorated and clean. They had a nice…read moreselection of drinks and desserts.

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Front entrance street side

Taqueria El Guero

4.5(82 reviews)

1.2 mi

Just Go! Everything is super delicious. The service is amazing! Vibes are on point! Chicken…read moreburrito, light rice , light beans , avocado, cilantro and onions with red sauce!! Enormous and delicious! Support this local spot!!!

Had their breakfast burrito, was amazing! The best in SLO county! My son had one bite an was in…read moreheaven, ended up ordering him his own bc he was obsessed! All their food is amazing, can not go wrong with eating here.

Birria tacos!

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The Taco Plate $14 - 3 Asada Tacos

Taqueria El Guero

4.4(230 reviews)

2.5 mi

loved the food wow i loved it so so much id love to come back so much and gave me nice serviceread more

If you want real Mexican food in Pismo Beach, come here! Sure, you will find plenty of tacos and…read moreburritos at nearby restaurants, but Taqueria el Guero's tortillas are handmade, while others use packaged Mission tortillas and the meat is seasoned to perfection. Everything is fresh, made to order and 10 times more flavorful with varying levels of salsa. I came here for lunch twice during my 3-day stay here and loved every taco I had (fish, birria, carne asada and al pastor). Tuesdays- $2.50 tacos with a purchase of an agua fresca! I got the horchata and it was creamy, cinnamony and not too sweet! Order at the register and they give you a buzzer to let you know when your order is ready. The food comes out within minutes! The place is spacious with plenty of tables too. No outdoor seating. The other location is in SLO.

Entry and front counter

Burrito vegetarian

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Carne Asada Torta

Ada’s Fish House

4.5(2k reviews)

2.5 mi

If you're looking for great seafood in the Pismo area, Ada's does a great job with a variety of…read morepreparations. Even during the off-season, they can get busy for dinners so make a reservation, especially if you have a larger group. The patio is dog friendly and they have a private parking lot. We started the meal with a half dozen fresh oysters which were cleaned well and served with some Tabasco, an herby vinegar, and lemons. Fresh warm bread and butter were also provided to start the meal. We got the steamed clams which were absolutely delicious. Done with a classic garlicky white sauce, the clams were fresh with no unpleasant fishy smells or tastes. The seafood pasta is the reason we return to Ada's year after year. There's a huge assortment of seafood included and all of the individual ingredients are well cooked unlike most seafood pastas. The mussels were small and very mild in flavor, almost tasting like clams. A flaky white fish as well as a more meaty fish were also included and weren't overcooked. The creamy rose sauce is flavorful and rich without overwhelming the various ingredients Service is friendly and they have a wide selection of drinks available.

It was pretty busy on a Friday night but we were able to grab seats at the bar without waiting. But…read moreI would suggest making a reservation or giving yourself extra time. I got the lobster roll which had large chunks of meat but I would have like some old bay seasoning or something on it We got the artichoke appetizer which was huge and delicious

Lobster Roll ($32)

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Lobster Mac & Cheese ($32)

La Tapatia Markets & Deli

4.3(41 reviews)

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Im a little confused, it said burritos were 5.59 each. I got two and it came to 21.38. gave him $22…read moreand got 2 cents back. Did i get the gringo upcharge ?

Fantastic first visit! Will be back! Al Pastor tacos are delicious, and looking forward for the…read moreafternoon specials during the weekdays to get our family of three lunch for under $20! Did I mention the tortillas are homemade?!?!

Outside business sign

Had to try em all

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Weekday lunch specials

La Parrilla Taqueria

4.6(206 reviews)

1.7 mi

Our favorite Mexican places to eat They never miss…read more Quality of food is always top tier!

Updated 3/24/26:…read more We're back in AG for a 3 week dog-sit and knew exactly where to go for Taco Tuesday! This time we brought the dog with us and sat on the patio, which was clean, shady and comfortable. Shout out to the server who came outside to check on us and make sure we liked our food. This time we had: (Taco Tuesday priced @ $2.50 each) Al Pastor and Carnitas tacos - the al pastor was SO good, served piping hot and had a good "scald" on it. The carnitas, unfortunately were dry this time. Like they'd been cooked earlier and were sitting under a heat lamp drying out. No worries. We ate most of it and shared with the dog, which she loved! (Regular priced at $5.25 and 6.25 respectively) Fish Taco - seasoned and grilled to perfection Veggie Taco - rice, beans, lettuce and tomato with a delicious sauce on top. Both of these tacos are bigger than the meat tacos. Very filling. Do not pass up the fresh tortilla chips and salsa bar. The watermelon habanero was hot enough to get your attention. My favorite is the roasted salsa. Seriously, I could drink that stuff.