Restaurants near Holiday Inn Hotel & Suites Santa Maria

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1. Jocko's Steakhouse

4.7

Exceptional(1971)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Steakhouse • Nipomo

Booked 42 times today

Jocko’s Steakhouse is family owned and a longtime Central Coast favorite. Our family’shospitality roots date back to 1925, or so the story goes. Jocko’s is legendary for hand cut agedsteaks grilled over an open fire of red oak coals. A style of cooking native to the area that datesto the Spanish Rancheros. We offer an extensive dinner menu serving a variety of steak cuts,ribs, pork chops, chicken, seafood, steak burgers, specialty sandwiches and more. Jocko’s offers an extensive wine list, a broad assortment of cocktails and both draft and bottled beers. The specific brands and serving costs are available at the restaurant. To learn more about Jocko’s menus and history visit www.jockossteakhouse.comor call (805) 929-3686 for reservations.ONLINE ORDERING: https://order.toasttab.com/online/jocko-s-steak-house-125-n-thompson-ave

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2. Red Lobster - Santa Maria

4.1

Excellent(20)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Seafood • Orcutt / Santa Maria

Booked 1 time today

Elevate your day at Red Lobster, where fun meets fancy and every meal is a celebration. Whether you’re marking a special occasion or treating yourself or your crew, Red Lobster is the perfect place to enjoy all your seafood favorites. Dive into our signature shrimp, wild caught lobster and crab, and more. Plus, a variety of fish and popular non-seafood items like our Cajun Chicken Linguini Alfredo. Looking for a showstopper? Create Your Own Ultimate Feast or select a Live Maine Lobster straight from the tank. Or explore our Daily Deals with a different special available each weekday at a price you’ll love. Toast the day with Signature Cocktails including Lobster Punch and Main Deck Margarita Flights to make any moment feel festive. You won’t want to miss our newest menu items or special promotions like Lobsterfest and Crabfest. Reserve online today. Group Dining, To Go, or Catering options. For parties of 11+, please call.

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3. Far Western Tavern

4.7

Exceptional(1187)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Steakhouse • Orcutt / Santa Maria

Booked 9 times today

Welcome to the Far Western Tavern—California ranch cuisine inspired by local traditions.Our restaurant is recognized as a landmark of Santa Maria Style Barbecue, a renowned regional fare rooted in native ingredients and methods that were first popularized by 19th century rancheros.Our menu blends this local barbecue style with other dishes that reflect our family’s heritage in the Santa Maria Valley’s Swiss-Italian ranching community, all prepared with fresh flavors from nearby farms, ranches and vineyards.

4. Adelina's Bistro

4.7

Exceptional(1193)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Californian • Nipomo

Booked 6 times today

The contemporary yet relaxed Adelina’s Bistro is where you’ll enjoy regional cuisine made fresh daily using the best local, organic produce. Given our location, you can also expect a hand-picked selection of superb Central Coast wines. The sophisticated and fun atmosphere encourages new friendships and lively conversation, and the food will delight all palates.

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5. Vista Steak and Seafood

4.7

Exceptional(1821)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pismo Beach

Booked 39 times today

Vista Steak and Seafood is located on the bluffs in Pismo Beach overlooking the Pacific Ocean. Featuring all natural hormone free steaks and fresh seafood, this coastal dining one of a kind restaurant has something that will sure to please everyone. Reservations are highly recommended. We gladly accept reservations for parties of 6 or less via Open Table. Please call the restaurant directly for parties of 7 or more ~ 805-556-9000. We will do our best to accommodate seating requests however we can not guarantee a specific table. Vista has no outdoor seating so please leave your fur babies at home.

6. Ventana Grill

4.6

Exceptional(3242)

$$$$Price: Moderate

• Latin American • Pismo Beach

Booked 50 times today

Discover the cool, coastal world of Ventana Grill.With an atmosphere that channels the four elements, Ventana Grill in Pismo Beach immerses guests in the enchanting pleasures of the natural world. Dine surrounded by the rhythmic serenade of waves crashing on the beach below. The stylish dining room sits perched on a coastal bluff, treating guests to an endless view of azure blue and rich red sunsets.

7. Oyster Loft

4.7

Exceptional(3667)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Seafood • Pismo Beach

Booked 32 times today

More than a restaurant, Oyster Loft is an experience, where the excellent service is rivaled only by the flavor and beauty of our dishes, upscale cuisine and regional seafood dishes artfully prepared. Dine with sparkling views of Pismo Beach, and enjoy appetizers, seasonal main courses and indulgent sweets.Oyster Loft boasts a menu rich with fresh fish. Our raw bar features a variety of oysters shucked on the half shell from both the east and west coasts. The menu also includes seafood dishes, shellfish preparations and a selection of meat to round out the offerings. The range of the menu offers you the opportunity to choose your dining experience.

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8. Pono Pacific Kitchen

4.9

Exceptional(672)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Pacific Rim • Pismo Beach

Booked 12 times today

Pono Pacific Kitchen offers Pacific Rim cuisine that focuses on local favorites with a style of cooking and presenting dishes that combines ingredients, influences and techniques from not only Hawaii but also Asia, California and Mexico and the western coasts in general.

9. Bell’s

4.9

Exceptional(35)

$$$$Price: Very Expensive

• French • Los Alamos

Booked 36 times today

Based in Los Alamos, CA, Bell’s is a French-inspired bistro from Per Se alums Daisy and Greg Ryan. Earning one Michelin Star since 2021 as well as Food & Wine Best New Chef, and Esquire’s Best New Restaurants and James Beard nominations for Best Chef California and Outstanding Restauranteurs. Bell's is a reimagined bistro fare with eclectic wine selections from independent local producers and select European estates.LUNCH is served from 11:00am - 3:00pm, Thurs - Mon.Walk-ins welcomedPRIX FIXE DINNER is reservation only, from 5:00 - 8:30pm, Thursday - Monday.Dinner is $110, menu price does not include SERVICE FEE AND TAX.On Thursdays, we will be offering L'EXPRESS DINNER MENU an abbreviated menu (salad and bread course, choice of entree, choice of dessert) for $65/pp - both menus will be offered those nights so no need to make a note, just book as you normally would.On Monday evenings all wines over $60 are half price!Please note the number below is TEXT ONLY

10. Sea Venture

4.5

Awesome(2429)

$$$$Price: Expensive

• Contemporary American • Pismo Beach

Booked 12 times today

The SeaVenture Restaurant located on the beach in California Central Coast wine country, the third floor Restaurant allows you to take in breathtaking sunsets and panoramic beach and ocean views from large picture windows and outdoor decks. Chef Eddie Ruiz contemporary coastal cuisine is inspired by the surrounding local wine country. Our seasonal menu is prepared with locally farmed vegetables, premium pork and beef and the highest quality fish and seafood. All desserts are made in house from scratch.

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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas •11 reviews
5.0
Dined today
The food was delicious and the service impeccable.
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Far Western TavernPrice: Moderate• Steakhouse• Orcutt / Santa Maria
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4.7
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JeffVIP
San Francisco Bay Area •10 reviews
5.0
Dined 3 days ago
Great meal. It’s a very casual place with friendly and efficient staff. There’s more to the menu than steaks but I didn’t make it past the 20oz filet which was perfect medium rare with slight char from the red oak. I did manage to finish the steak and baked potato but couldn’t make it as far as the included garlic bread (more like Texas toast), beans or ice cream so I can’t comment on them. It was hopping at 7p on a Monday night when we arrived but by 8p had largely cleared out. It’s a tremendous value given the size and quality of the proteins.
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Jocko's SteakhousePrice: Expensive• Steakhouse• Nipomo
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
California Central Coast •2 reviews
5.0
Dined on 2 Mar 2025
Wonderful experience, food and staff were excellent, would definitely go back!
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Pono Pacific KitchenPrice: Expensive• Pacific Rim• Pismo Beach
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4.9
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Charles VIP
San Francisco Bay Area •28 reviews
4.0
Dined on 28 Feb 2025
Even with reservations for 6pm, it wasn't until 6:18pm that we were seated. There was not enough staff to wait on the large number of diners.
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Adelina's BistroPrice: Expensive• Californian• Nipomo
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4.7
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OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas •6 reviews
5.0
Dined on 28 Feb 2025
There were four of us celebrating my dad's 92nd birthday. The food was delicious. They even sang to my dad and gave him an ice cream sundae to enjoy; he does love ice cream!
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Red Lobster - Santa MariaPrice: Moderate• Seafood• Orcutt / Santa Maria
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4.1

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