Cal Poly SLO

San Luis Obispo, California

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201 Kitchen

Restaurants

201 Kitchen is a Japanese restaurant in San Luis Obispo, California, serving the Cal Poly SLO community. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Small businesses like this are part of what gives San Luis Obispo, California its own identity, separate from every other college town. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own.

857 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 788-0889Website
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5 Star Medical

Shops

5 Star Medical brings a beauty salon to San Luis Obispo, California, just steps from Cal Poly SLO. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through San Luis Obispo know it as a regular local option near Cal Poly SLO. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring San Luis Obispo.

11545 Los Osos Valley Road, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405+1 (805) 316-1882info@5starmedicalinc.comWebsiteInstagramFacebook
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Bambu Batu

Shops

Bambu Batu is a gift shop in San Luis Obispo, California, serving the Cal Poly SLO community. Like a lot of small businesses around Cal Poly SLO, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Cal Poly SLO students and San Luis Obispo residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what San Luis Obispo has to offer. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring San Luis Obispo.

1023 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
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Bear & The Wren

Bars

Bear & The Wren keeps things simple: a pizzeria doing its own thing in San Luis Obispo, a short walk from Cal Poly SLO. Like a lot of small businesses around Cal Poly SLO, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. Regulars come back here for a drink after class or work. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own. A first visit tends to turn into a regular stop, one round at a time.

570 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 439-0326hello@bearandthewren.comWebsiteInstagramFacebook
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Beda's Biergarten

Bars

A neighborhood german bar, Beda's Biergarten serves the campus community around Cal Poly SLO in San Luis Obispo. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through San Luis Obispo know it as a regular local option near Cal Poly SLO. Cal Poly SLO students and San Luis Obispo residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Regulars come back here for a drink after class or work. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of San Luis Obispo favorites. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own.

3230 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
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Black Sheep Bar & Grill

Bars

Black Sheep Bar & Grill is a bar in San Luis Obispo, California, serving the Cal Poly SLO community. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local bar doing its thing in San Luis Obispo. Small businesses like this are part of what gives San Luis Obispo, California its own identity, separate from every other college town. Drink selection, happy hour deals, and crowd all vary spot to spot around San Luis Obispo. A first visit tends to turn into a regular stop, one round at a time. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're out near Cal Poly SLO.

1117 Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
Blackhorse Espresso & Bakery - Uptown logo

Blackhorse Espresso & Bakery - Uptown

Cafes

Located in San Luis Obispo, Blackhorse Espresso & Bakery - Uptown is a local coffee shop popular with students and residents near Cal Poly SLO. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own coffee shop in San Luis Obispo. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you need coffee near Cal Poly SLO.

1065 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
Blackhorse Espresso and Bakery logo

Blackhorse Espresso and Bakery

Cafes

In San Luis Obispo, California, Blackhorse Espresso and Bakery operates as a cafe within easy reach of Cal Poly SLO. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own cafe in San Luis Obispo. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate roaster behind this one - just a cafe doing its own thing. Regulars come back for coffee or a quick bite between classes. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of San Luis Obispo favorites. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one cup at a time.

3590 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 439-1300Website
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California Fresh Market

Shops

California Fresh Market is a supermarket in San Luis Obispo, California, serving the Cal Poly SLO community. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own supermarket in San Luis Obispo. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would.

771 Foothill Boulevard, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405Website
Capriottti's Sandwich Shop logo

Capriottti's Sandwich Shop

Restaurants

A neighborhood sandwich shop, Capriottti's Sandwich Shop serves the campus community around Cal Poly SLO in San Luis Obispo. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through San Luis Obispo know it as a regular local option near Cal Poly SLO. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Cal Poly SLO.

791 Foothill Boulevard, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405+1 (805) 439-1816Website
Cattaneo Brothers logo

Cattaneo Brothers

Shops

In San Luis Obispo, California, Cattaneo Brothers operates as a butcher shop within easy reach of Cal Poly SLO. Like a lot of small businesses around Cal Poly SLO, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. College towns like San Luis Obispo depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. It sits alongside the other independent shops that make up San Luis Obispo's retail scene near Cal Poly SLO. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Cal Poly SLO.

769 Caudill Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
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Ceremony Skate Shop

Shops

Tucked into San Luis Obispo, California, Ceremony Skate Shop is a skate shop that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Cal Poly SLO. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local skate shop doing its thing in San Luis Obispo. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Cal Poly SLO.

1235 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 439-0366WebsiteInstagramFacebook
Coastal Peaks Roasters logo

Coastal Peaks Roasters

Cafes

Coastal Peaks Roasters is a cafe in San Luis Obispo, California, serving the Cal Poly SLO community. Like a lot of small businesses around Cal Poly SLO, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Cal Poly SLO students and San Luis Obispo residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Hours at small local cafes can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own.

3566 South Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
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Debonair Eyes

Shops

Debonair Eyes is one of San Luis Obispo's local shops, located near Cal Poly SLO. Like a lot of small businesses around Cal Poly SLO, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. College towns like San Luis Obispo depend on independently owned shops like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would.

3840 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 787-0182WebsiteInstagramFacebook
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Eureka! Burger

Restaurants

Eureka! Burger is a burger joint in San Luis Obispo, California, serving the Cal Poly SLO community. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through San Luis Obispo know it as a regular local option near Cal Poly SLO. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Cal Poly SLO.

1141 Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 903-1141Website
Firestone Grill logo

Firestone Grill

Restaurants

Firestone Grill keeps things simple: a barbecue joint doing its own thing in San Luis Obispo, a short walk from Cal Poly SLO. Around Cal Poly SLO, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up San Luis Obispo's everyday scene. Small businesses like this are part of what gives San Luis Obispo, California its own identity, separate from every other college town. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own.

1001 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
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Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica

Restaurants

In San Luis Obispo, California, Giuseppe's Cucina Rustica operates as an Italian restaurant within easy reach of Cal Poly SLO. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through San Luis Obispo know it as a regular local option near Cal Poly SLO. Small businesses like this are part of what gives San Luis Obispo, California its own identity, separate from every other college town. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Cal Poly SLO. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo.

849 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
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Glossy Nail Bar

Shops

Tucked into San Luis Obispo, California, Glossy Nail Bar is a beauty salon that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Cal Poly SLO. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local beauty salon doing its thing in San Luis Obispo. Cal Poly SLO students and San Luis Obispo residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what San Luis Obispo has to offer. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Cal Poly SLO. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would.

795 Ste B Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405+1 (805) 439-0586Website
Hands Gallery logo

Hands Gallery

Shops

Located in San Luis Obispo, Hands Gallery is a local gift shop popular with students and residents near Cal Poly SLO. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. Cal Poly SLO students and San Luis Obispo residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo.

777 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
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High St Deli

Restaurants

In San Luis Obispo, California, High St Deli operates as a sandwich shop within easy reach of Cal Poly SLO. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local sandwich shop doing its thing in San Luis Obispo. Small businesses like this are part of what gives San Luis Obispo, California its own identity, separate from every other college town. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Cal Poly SLO. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of San Luis Obispo favorites.

350 High Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
Honey Belly logo

Honey Belly

Restaurants

Located in San Luis Obispo, Honey Belly is a local Korean restaurant popular with students and residents near Cal Poly SLO. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. College towns like San Luis Obispo depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of San Luis Obispo favorites. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

1127 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 439-4629WebsiteInstagramFacebook
Joebella Coffee Roasters logo

Joebella Coffee Roasters

Cafes

Joebella Coffee Roasters brings a coffee shop to San Luis Obispo, California, just steps from Cal Poly SLO. Around Cal Poly SLO, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up San Luis Obispo's everyday scene. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. It sits alongside the other cafes and coffee shops that make up San Luis Obispo's daytime scene near Cal Poly SLO. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of San Luis Obispo favorites.

311 Higuera, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401WebsiteInstagram
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Mama's Meatball

Restaurants

Located in San Luis Obispo, Mama's Meatball is a local Italian restaurant popular with students and residents near Cal Poly SLO. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own Italian restaurant in San Luis Obispo. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of San Luis Obispo favorites.

570 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 544-0861WebsiteInstagramFacebook
Mareh Cuture logo

Mareh Cuture

Shops

A neighborhood clothing store, Mareh Cuture serves the campus community around Cal Poly SLO in San Luis Obispo. Like a lot of small businesses around Cal Poly SLO, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. It sits alongside the other independent shops that make up San Luis Obispo's retail scene near Cal Poly SLO. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo.

778 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 458-7544yes@marehcouture.comWebsiteInstagramFacebook
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Mistura

Restaurants

Mistura is one of San Luis Obispo's local restaurants, located near Cal Poly SLO. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local peruvian restaurant doing its thing in San Luis Obispo. Cal Poly SLO students and San Luis Obispo residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Cal Poly SLO.

570 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 439-3292info@misturarestaurants.comWebsite
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Moe's Mediterranean

Restaurants

Moe's Mediterranean is one of San Luis Obispo's local restaurants, located near Cal Poly SLO. Owned and run locally, not by a chain headquartered somewhere else entirely. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of San Luis Obispo favorites. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own.

1035 Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 439-2341Website
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My Friend Mike's

Restaurants

My Friend Mike's is a pizzeria in San Luis Obispo, California, serving the Cal Poly SLO community. Like a lot of small businesses around Cal Poly SLO, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Cal Poly SLO students and San Luis Obispo residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. It sits alongside the other bars, restaurants, and shops that make up San Luis Obispo's dining scene near Cal Poly SLO. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of San Luis Obispo favorites. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own.

2324 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 464-6438Website
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New Earth Superfoods

Restaurants

New Earth Superfoods brings a restaurant to San Luis Obispo, California, just steps from Cal Poly SLO. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through San Luis Obispo know it as a regular local option near Cal Poly SLO. Small businesses like this are part of what gives San Luis Obispo, California its own identity, separate from every other college town. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

942 Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
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Nite Creamery

Cafes

A neighborhood ice cream shop, Nite Creamery serves the campus community around Cal Poly SLO in San Luis Obispo. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local ice cream shop doing its thing in San Luis Obispo. College towns like San Luis Obispo depend on independently owned cafes like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Regulars come back for coffee or a quick bite between classes. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one cup at a time. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo.

570 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401operations@nitecreamery.comWebsiteInstagram
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Old San Luis BBQ Co

Restaurants

Old San Luis BBQ Co keeps things simple: a barbecue joint doing its own thing in San Luis Obispo, a short walk from Cal Poly SLO. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local barbecue joint doing its thing in San Luis Obispo. Cal Poly SLO students and San Luis Obispo residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're hungry near Cal Poly SLO. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo.

3870 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
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Ox & Anchor

Restaurants

A neighborhood steakhouse, Ox & Anchor serves the campus community around Cal Poly SLO in San Luis Obispo. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own steakhouse in San Luis Obispo. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. Portions, prices, and specials vary spot to spot around San Luis Obispo, which is part of the fun of trying them. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own.

877 Palm Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
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Pancho's Mexican Food

Restaurants

Tucked into San Luis Obispo, California, Pancho's Mexican Food is a Mexican restaurant that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Cal Poly SLO. Like a lot of small businesses around Cal Poly SLO, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. Expect a casual, low-key atmosphere rather than a big chain experience. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of San Luis Obispo favorites.

1231 Johnson Avenue, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 545-0994Website
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Pardon My French

Shops

Pardon My French brings a bakery to San Luis Obispo, California, just steps from Cal Poly SLO. Around Cal Poly SLO, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up San Luis Obispo's everyday scene. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Cal Poly SLO. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo.

871 Froom Ranch Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405+1 (805) 481-3255info@pardonmyfrenchslo.comWebsite
Paso Robles Brewing Co. logo

Paso Robles Brewing Co.

Bars

Located in San Luis Obispo, Paso Robles Brewing Co. is a local pub popular with students and residents near Cal Poly SLO. Around Cal Poly SLO, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up San Luis Obispo's everyday scene. Cal Poly SLO students and San Luis Obispo residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. It sits alongside the other bars and restaurants that make up San Luis Obispo's nightlife near Cal Poly SLO. A first visit tends to turn into a regular stop, one round at a time. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own.

801 Froom Ranch Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405WebsiteInstagram
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Petra Mediterranean Pizza & Grill

Restaurants

Located in San Luis Obispo, Petra Mediterranean Pizza & Grill is a local Mediterranean restaurant popular with students and residents near Cal Poly SLO. Like a lot of small businesses around Cal Poly SLO, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. College towns like San Luis Obispo depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of San Luis Obispo favorites. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own.

1210 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 439-1999WebsiteInstagramFacebook
Proof & Gather Baking Company logo

Proof & Gather Baking Company

Shops

Tucked into San Luis Obispo, California, Proof & Gather Baking Company is a bakery that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Cal Poly SLO. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own bakery in San Luis Obispo. Small businesses like this are part of what gives San Luis Obispo, California its own identity, separate from every other college town. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Cal Poly SLO.

778 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 439-3661orders@proofandgather.comWebsiteInstagram
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Quesadilla Gorilla

Restaurants

In San Luis Obispo, California, Quesadilla Gorilla operates as a Mexican restaurant within easy reach of Cal Poly SLO. Around Cal Poly SLO, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up San Luis Obispo's everyday scene. Cal Poly SLO students and San Luis Obispo residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Menus and hours at small local restaurants can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

570 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 439-3300info@quesadillagorilla.comWebsiteInstagramFacebook
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Sanctuary Tobacco Shop

Shops

Located in San Luis Obispo, Sanctuary Tobacco Shop is a local tobacco shop popular with students and residents near Cal Poly SLO. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through San Luis Obispo know it as a regular local option near Cal Poly SLO. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring San Luis Obispo. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo.

1111 Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 543-1958Website
Shift Hair logo

Shift Hair

Shops

Shift Hair keeps things simple: a beauty salon doing its own thing in San Luis Obispo, a short walk from Cal Poly SLO. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own beauty salon in San Luis Obispo. Small businesses like this are part of what gives San Luis Obispo, California its own identity, separate from every other college town. Expect a smaller, more curated selection rather than a big-box experience. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring San Luis Obispo. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would.

1050 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
SLO Donut Company logo

SLO Donut Company

Restaurants

A neighborhood donut shop, SLO Donut Company serves the campus community around Cal Poly SLO in San Luis Obispo. Students, faculty, and visitors passing through San Luis Obispo know it as a regular local option near Cal Poly SLO. College towns like San Luis Obispo depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. Worth adding to the rotation if you're building a list of San Luis Obispo favorites. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own.

793 Foothill Blvd, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405+1 (805) 782-9766Website
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SLO Ranch Market & Deli

Shops

SLO Ranch Market & Deli brings a supermarket to San Luis Obispo, California, just steps from Cal Poly SLO. Like a lot of small businesses around Cal Poly SLO, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo.

851 Froom Ranch Way, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405+1 (805) 439-0210info@sloranchmarket.comWebsiteInstagram
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SLO Thrift

Shops

SLO Thrift is a thrift store in San Luis Obispo, California, serving the Cal Poly SLO community. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local thrift store doing its thing in San Luis Obispo. Cal Poly SLO students and San Luis Obispo residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. Part of the fun of a college town like San Luis Obispo is finding places like this on your own. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring San Luis Obispo.

445 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 439-4434Website
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T NAILS

Shops

T NAILS is one of San Luis Obispo's local beauty salons, located near Cal Poly SLO. Around Cal Poly SLO, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up San Luis Obispo's everyday scene. Cal Poly SLO students and San Luis Obispo residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. It sits alongside the other independent shops that make up San Luis Obispo's retail scene near Cal Poly SLO. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Cal Poly SLO.

781 Foothill Boulevard, San Luis Obispo, CA 93405Website
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Taco Roco

Restaurants

In San Luis Obispo, California, Taco Roco operates as a Mexican restaurant within easy reach of Cal Poly SLO. You won't find this one in a national ad campaign - it's just a local Mexican restaurant doing its thing in San Luis Obispo. College towns like San Luis Obispo depend on independently owned restaurants like this one to keep their main streets interesting. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

3230 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401+1 (805) 543-2810Website
Tails logo

Tails

Shops

Tucked into San Luis Obispo, California, Tails is a pet store that's become part of the everyday rhythm around Cal Poly SLO. Around Cal Poly SLO, this is one of the small, independently run spots that make up San Luis Obispo's everyday scene. Small businesses like this are part of what gives San Luis Obispo, California its own identity, separate from every other college town. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Cal Poly SLO.

745 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
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Thai Boat

Restaurants

Thai Boat is a Thai restaurant in San Luis Obispo, California, serving the Cal Poly SLO community. Like a lot of small businesses around Cal Poly SLO, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. Cal Poly SLO students and San Luis Obispo residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Regulars come back for a quick, reliable meal between classes or after work. No corporate test kitchen behind this one - just people cooking food they want to serve. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo. A first visit tends to turn into a habit around here, one meal at a time.

3212 Broad Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
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The Bladerunner

Shops

Located in San Luis Obispo, The Bladerunner is a local beauty salon popular with students and residents near Cal Poly SLO. Like a lot of small businesses around Cal Poly SLO, it's locally run, not part of some bigger chain. San Luis Obispo wouldn't feel quite like San Luis Obispo without independently owned spots like this one. Hours at small local shops can change, so it's worth checking ahead. No corporate buyer picking the inventory here - just a shop doing its own thing. No big ad budget behind this one - just word of mouth around San Luis Obispo. A little exploring pays off more here than a quick in-and-out would.

894 Monterey Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website
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The Mercantile feat. Cattaneo Brothers

Shops

The Mercantile feat. Cattaneo Brothers keeps things simple: a gift shop doing its own thing in San Luis Obispo, a short walk from Cal Poly SLO. No corporate office is calling the shots here - just someone running their own gift shop in San Luis Obispo. Cal Poly SLO students and San Luis Obispo residents pass by it on any given day, whether they stop in or not. Worth ducking into while exploring the rest of what San Luis Obispo has to offer. Nothing fancy, just a solid option next time you're shopping near Cal Poly SLO. Worth a browse next time you're nearby, if you're exploring San Luis Obispo.

950 Chorro Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401Website