The Gardens of Avila

Join us for a classic Central Coast dining experience at the Gardens of Avila Restaurant.

Awarded ‘The Most Romantic Restaurant in San Luis Obispo’, The Gardens of Avila offers an intimate setting, and features a cozy fireside lounge, elegant dining room, and a century-old stone patio. We serve a Breakfast & Lunch Menu, a Mid-Day Bar & Small Plates Menu, and an extensive Dinner Menu.

Our executive Chef, Evan Treadwell, has cooked professionally for over twenty-three years throughout Northern and Central California. His culinary style is best described as Contemporary American, presenting pure flavor, texture and design with an emphasis on healthful Mediterranean cuisine and the use of the freshest local ingredients. Creating a truly regional dining experience, Chef Treadwell’s seasonal menu items are prepared to compliment and showcase the outstanding wines of the Central Coast.

Our Dinner Menu boasts an excellent array of flavors ranging from classical dishes, to international flavors. The ‘Chef’s Health & Wellness Menu’ features refreshing, heart-smart options such as our Butternut Squash, Apple & Pecan Salad with Shallot-Thyme Vinaigrette, or our Coriander Crusted Ahi Tuna, with Steamed Baby Bok Choy, Ponzu Sauce, and Sun Spouts. This menu is designed for the light eater with a hearty appetite.

Our Wine Country Dinner Menu offers a rich, savory fare, from Seared Tolenas Farms Quail with Polenta, Pine Nuts, Gorgonzola, and Pomegranates, to Black Pepper Crusted Loin of Venison with Herb Spatzle, Autumn Vegetables, and Black Truffle.

And for our guests who crave a special dining event, we offer our ‘Chef’s Tasting Menus’. Both five-course meals can be paired with suggested local wines, and are created to engage diners in a diverse, delicious experience!

For a casual brunch, afternoon snack, or exclusive dinner occasion, The Gardens of Avila Restaurant serves up satisfying dishes to surprise and delight the palate!

  • Breakfast & Lunch: 7:30am - 2:00pm
  • Mid Day Menu: 2:00pm – 5:00pm
  • Dinner: 5:00pm - 9:00pm
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  • Hours may vary on certain holidays.
  • Reservations are strongly recommended
  • Corkage Fee waived for local wines