Diners' Choice: Good for groups restaurants in San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

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Updated November 05, 2026

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Edna

4.9

4.9 (24)

$31 to $50

Contemporary American

San Luis Obispo

About the restaurant

Edna is a premier culinary destination on California’s Central Coast. Offering a tasting room, daytime market, distillery, as well as full-service dining at the Restaurant at Edna. The Restaurant at Edna is guided by Partner and Culinary Director Jeremy Fox’s longstanding culinary ethos of sustainability and seasonality, while Executive Chef Matthew Schaler leads the kitchen at the Restaurant at Edna. Highlighting local agriculture, regional wines, and a focus on craft.

Edna provides a warm and welcoming space for guests to come and linger against the beautiful backdrop of the San Luis Obispo Valley.

While here, discover the craftsmanship of celebrated SLO Coast producers Dunites, Greengate and Vestre in our tasting room. Together, we pour small‑production wines rooted in integrity and balance, each a genuine reflection of the land and season that shaped it.

Top review

Gonzalo

Dined 6 days ago

Excellent ambience where you can really enjoy good wine.

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The Tasting Room: Indoor Wine Tasting Experience

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The Restaurant: November Dinner

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The Restaurant: December Dinner

Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn

4.7

4.7 (4880)

$31 to $50

Steakhouse

San Luis Obispo

About the restaurant

Enjoy an award winning dining experience in our world-famous pink and gold Steak House - offering a comfortable and opulent dining atmosphere. Indulge in a delicious oak-pit-barbecued steak, fresh seafood, chicken, or vegetarian entrees. Featuring a superb wine list, decadent world-famous desserts and a whimsical, European atmosphere. Boutique shopping makes for a fun experience before or after you dine with us.

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ChristopherGold

Dined 2 days ago

Absolutely incredible. Wonderful service. Delicious food. And a bonus live jazz ensemble was playing in the semi private area. They were wonderful as well

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Cafe Roma - San Luis Obispo

4.7

4.7 (1918)

$31 to $50

Italian

San Luis Obispo

About the restaurant

For over four decades, the Rizzo family has been serving authentic Italian cuisine in San Luis Obispo. At Café Roma, you can indulge in homemade pastas, wood-fired pizza, and fresh seafood. Don't miss classic dishes like Osso Buco with Saffron Risotto, shortrib pappardelle, and Bistecca alla Fiorentina.

Inside Café Roma and you'll feel like you've been transported to Italy. From the vintage Italian bike hanging above the bar to the Murano glass chandeliers and Tuscan murals, every detail has been thoughtfully curated to celebrate Italian culture.

Pair your meal with one of the many wines on Café Roma's extensive list, which changes monthly to include new and exciting Central Coast and Italian finds.

Café Roma is a popular destination for locals, vintners, families, travelers, and professionals alike. Whether you're looking for a romantic date night spot or a gathering place for friends and family, you'll find it here.

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Tom

Dined on Oct 28, 2026

20 years and still one of our favorite restaurants! Marco and the staff are great! Always neat and clean and great food. Mama runs a tight ship. Just wish they had gelato. Highly recommend!!! Tom and Judy.

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Martini Monday

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Raid the Wine Cellar Tuesdays

Mistura

4.7

4.7 (1894)

$31 to $50

Peruvian

San Luis Obispo

About the restaurant

The word Mistura brings together the essence of Peru, a vision of its people and cuisine, a wondrous blend of cultures of priceless heritage. Our Mistura is a modern Peruvian restaurant that is as lively as the country and biodiversity it celebrates. Mistura captures the multicultural spirit of Peru, combining its native Incan and Pre-Columbian culinary heritage with the Italian, Spanish, Japanese, and Chinese influences that embody the country's flavorful cuisine. Mistura is an authentic tribute to the diversity of Peruvian food, proposing familiar yet unexpected and adventurous flavors.

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sheryl

Dined 6 days ago

Delicious meal! Everything we ate was fresh, seasoned well and the Senor Romo with steak that was so tender and yummy!

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Chef's Table 5-Course

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Chef's Table 7-Course

La Locanda

4.7

4.7 (105)

$31 to $50

Italian

San Luis Obispo

About the restaurant

La Locanda—meaning “the Inn”—is an intimate, welcoming space where guests are invited to eat, drink, and stay awhile. Since opening in 2013, our mission has been to blend the authentic flavors of traditional Abruzzi cuisine with thoughtful, contemporary culinary touches.

Our ambiance is warm and inviting, complemented by a knowledgeable and friendly staff dedicated to creating a memorable dining experience. Handmade from scratch each day, every dish reflects our commitment to craftsmanship, using fresh, locally sourced ingredients that bring out the true essence of Northern Italian cooking.

La Locanda is also an ideal setting for private parties and intimate gatherings. Whether you join us for a quiet dinner or a special celebration, we take pride in offering a place where guests can savor genuine Italian hospitality and feel like part of our family.

Benvenuto—welcome to La Locanda.

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CathyGold

Dined on Oct 11, 2026

The food and service were outstanding! La Locanda did not disappoint.

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Fettuccine Funghi e Crema

Copper Café and Bakery, at Madonna Inn

4.6

4.6 (2334)

$31 to $50

American

San Luis Obispo

About the restaurant

The Copper Café is popular with tourists and locals alike for breakfast, lunch, and dinner, in a warm and charming atmosphere. Copper counters, rich Bavarian woods, and lovely natural lighting will transport you to a quaint European village. Our Madonna Inn Bakery, featuring world-famous cakes, pies, cookies, along with French and Danish pastries remains open and available for walk-in and pre-ordered items.

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Sarah

Dined on Oct 26, 2026

We had a lovely time celebrating my 14 year old's birthday. The food was tasty, the service was excellent, and the bonus candle (but no singing!) on our cake slice at the end was perfect. Would absolutely go again for another celebration meal.

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4.6

4.6 (95)

$31 to $50

Afternoon Tea

San Luis Obispo

About the restaurant

Breda is a European-inspired pasticceria and cioccolateria in the heart of San Luis Obispo, where beautiful food and thoughtful details come together.

Join us for lunch, an elegant afternoon tea, or something sweet from our pastry case. Our menu features handcrafted pastries and desserts, artisan chocolates, curated teas, and seasonal specialties—all created with an emphasis on quality, craftsmanship and presentation.

Breda is especially known for our immersive themed afternoon teas, where our pastry and culinary teams create a changing menu of sweet and savory bites inspired by each experience.

Whether you’re joining us for a leisurely lunch, celebrating a special occasion, or gathering over tea and pastries, Breda is designed to feel a little special—an everyday escape inspired by the charm of a European café.

Chef Florencia has worked in Michelin star restaurants all over the world and was recently featured on Food Network's Ultimate Baking Championship.

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AlannaGold

Dined on Oct 21, 2026

Breda is a hidden gem in San Luis Obispo. The afternoon tea service was delightful, with delicious scones, savory and sweet bites. Breda is an elegant setting with pleasant service.

Kiko Peruvian Restaurant & Pisco Bar

4.5

4.5 (31)

$30 and under

Peruvian

San Luis Obispo

About the restaurant

KIKO brings the delicious dishes that are staples of Peruvian Food to San Luis Obispo. Thanks to Peru's incredibly diverse landscapes, ingredients and cultural influences, it has become a world-renowned cuisine that we are excited to share with you!

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ShirleyGold

Dined on Oct 24, 2026

Everything about our dining experience was wonderful. Really good pisco sours and every dish was perfection! Highly attentive staff from start to finish.

EMRE

4.5

4.5 (184)

$31 to $50

Mediterranean

Paso Robles

About the restaurant

EMRE restaurant invites you to an unforgettable culinary experience, where bold, innovative flavors meet timeless techniques. Mediterranean-inspired dishes are crafted with locally sourced ingredients and thoughtfully paired with world-class wines, craft cocktails, and aperitifs. Open five days a week for dinner and weekend brunch, EMRE also features a full-service bar and patio seating. Reservations recommended and walk-ins welcome!

Local Farm Partnerships: Seed & Bucket, Babe, Windrose

Award of Excellence from Wine Spectator

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Toni jo

Dined 3 days ago

EMRE. Has really improved the quality and service sine they've opened! We had the well Prepped spicy beef kabobs and smashed potatoes. A very timely and polite server. Noise level is almost zero. Perfect for business meeting or date! Must visit this delicious restaurant

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Shuck & Sip Thursdays

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Free Corkage Wednesday

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Aperitivo Hours

Esperanza on the Rooftop

4.1

4.1 (38)

$30 and under

Regional Mexican (Baja Med)

Paso Robles

About the restaurant

Open 7 days a week, walk-ins welcome anytime, reservations available weekdays only via Open Table. Vibrant bar and lounge seating, large group friendly.

Sun-drenched days, golden Paso Robles evenings, and Baja-inspired flavors come together at Esperanza on the Rooftop. Spanning 11,000 sq. ft. atop the second floor of The Ava Hotel in downtown Paso, our open-air rooftop is the largest in the county.

From agave-forward margaritas to fresh coastal bites, Esperanza is Paso’s go-to rooftop bar and lounge for sunset gatherings, DJ nights, and unforgettable celebrations. Walkable from the town square, we welcome locals and travelers alike to savor the best of Paso Robles.

Join us Open to 10PM for delicious food and crafted cocktails, or 10PM to 11PM for just drinks to keep the party going!

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Deanna

Dined on Oct 15, 2026

Our server Sawyer was the BEST! We had a reservation for 10 but 4 of our friends joined us and Sawyer accommodated us so readily and with a smile. He gave us each our own tabs and that is huge with such a large group of women! We all had a great time!

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Tacos, Tequila and Turntables

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