Most restaurants feature the same menu 365 days a year.  This approach is contrary to nature and contrary to a local, sustainable food system.  Fortunately, there are many chefs along the Central Coast who are committed to supporting our local farmers and using the freshest, local ingredients for their changing menus.  The following chefs are listed because of this committment to supporting our local food shed.  Check out the following listings to find delicious local food that you can feel good about eating!

Trumpet Vine Catering

Owner - Jennie Sturgeon
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PO Box 2411
Paso Robles, CA

www.trumpetvinecatering.com

Trumpet Vine Catering has established a reputation for creating innovative menues, unique presentation and exceptional service on the Central Coast since 2000. Our seasonally inspired menus emphasize the use of fresh, organic and locally sourced ingredients.

Big Sky Cafe

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1121 Broad Street
San Luis Obispo, CA

805-545-5401

www.bigskycafe.com

Big Sky Cafe has featured local food and farms since it started serving "fresh market cuisine" in downtown SLO fifteen years ago.  It's a bustling, casual, urban cafe combined with a gallery for local artists and a wine bar featuring 20 premium local wines by the glass.  Recently chosen "where to eat in SLO" by the Wall Street Journal, Big Sky Cafe has been a locals favorite for years.  

The Black Cat

Chef/Owner Deborah Scarborough

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(805)927-1600

www.blackcatbistro.com  

Open since July 4th, 2002, The Black Cat features American cuisine with a Global Bistro influence, resulting in a comforting, delectable and unique experience.  Chef/owner Deborah Scarborough shows her enthusiasm, creativity and talent in each and every dish.  The menu changes to some extent daily as The Back Cat consistently strives to present fare that is reflective of seasonal, local produce and organically raised or sustainable product.  The food is expecially cognizant of wine pairings to electrify the palate. 

The Back Cat is small with 45 seats, which is part of what makes it such an intimate dining experience.  The service is attentive, unpretentious and refined.  The dining rooms are decorated in soothing colors and fabrics.  Down pillowed benches frame the edges of two of the three rooms.  Candle light adorns the tables covered with white linen.  Food is served on white china and wine in crystal Riedal stemware. 

The Black Cat is open Thursday through Monday at 5pm for dinner, and is closed on Tuesdays and Wednesdays. 

 The Cass Restaurant

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Grace Lorenzen (GM, contact)
Jensen Lorenzen (Chef)

805.995.3669

www.casshouseinn.com

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The restaurant at the historic Cass House features a daily changing, seasonally driven and locally sourced menu. Chef Jensen Lorenzen works closely with local farmers to ensure that the menu always represents the best the season has to offer. As part of this pledge, the Cass House has its own garden that produces a wide array of organically grown fruits, vegetables, herbs andmore.

“The central coast is one of California’s richest, most diverse areas when it comes to the breadth of food we are able to harvest year-round,” says Chef Lorenzen. “Our menu isbuilt on this local bounty, allowing you to experience all of the fantastic natural colors and flavors of the food.”


The Cass House serves dinner Thursday through Monday from 5 to 9pm. Diners can choose three courses for $48 or four courses for $56.

Full of Life Flatbread

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225 West Bell Street

Los Alamos, CA

(805)344-4400

www.fulloflifefoods.com

Every Friday, Saturday and Sunday evenings we convert our production bakery space into a restaurant and invite our neighbors and the community to gather around our stone hearth and enjoy freshly prepared flatbreads. Each week we shop at the area's farmers markets and talk with growers, farmers and artisan food producers so that we can offer our restaurant guests the freshest seasonal ingredients possible. Our menu reflects a proven selection of Flatbread favorites. Each week, we also produce two "Special Flatbreads" and "Market Specials" that feature the bounty of our wonderous and fertile surroundings.

From local soil into local hands to our hearth, food remembers the acts of the hands and hearts.

Inn at Morro Bay, Orchid Restaurant

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60 State Park Rd. 

Morro Bay, CA 93442

(805)772-5651

www.innatmorrobay.com

Our California Coastal dining room at the Inn at Morro Bay, Orchid Restaurant, features sustainable seafood, Hearst Ranch grass fed beef and the best produce from local growers.  Chef Anthony Reeves is dedicated to supporting the local economy by sourcing products locally and creating innovative preparations with a contemporary French inspired flair.  The Bay Club lounge offers signiture cocktails, inventive appetizers and an exciting live music program.  Sunset Happy Hour with complimentary appetizers and drink specials is available Monday through Friday from 4pm to 6pm. 

Inn Paradiso

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975 mojave Road

Paso Robles, CA

(805)239-2800

www.innparadiso.com

As a very small family owned and operated business we are truly committed to using only the finest locally grown ingredients for our guests at the Inn and in all of our menus for our catering company.  We are firm believers in the 100 mile diet (preferably less), using only locally grown, seasonal foods on our menus and are proud to focus on ingredients that are good for us and our local farmers.  We believe that chefs can be catalysts for positive change in the food industry on a local and worldwide level. 

Here at the Inn, Rochelle's creations are sure to delight the taste-buds.  She is not only the inn-keeper, but an award winning chef whose dedication and committment to fabulous food and wines of the region culminate in culinary excellence at every turn.

Be sure to think of us next time you are recommneding a unique place to stay for visitors of the Central Coast!  

Madeline's Restaurant

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788 Main St.

Cambria, CA

(805)927-2354

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Madeline's joins the Central Coast Grown"Buy Local" program in order to support local businesses and provide the best product to their guests.  Madeline's is located to the North of San Luis Obispo County along the Central Coast.  Whether you come for an intimate dinner for two or for that special party we want you to know your dining needs are in safe hands with us.  Call to find out about our nights specials.  

Novo Restaurant

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726 Higuera Street

San Luis Obsipo, CA

www.novorestaurant.com

The word "NOVO" is "NEW" in Brazillian Portaguese. A fresh Global Expession representing the Ambiance and Food at Novo! Novo has a committment to using fresh, seasonal produce in their menu and is a Sister restaurant to Robin's Restaurant in Cambria. 

Set against a rich, ecclectic backdrop, Novo's international flavors are the leading ingredients in an exotic dining experience. In house roasted spices for curries, mixtures and marinades, balanced with crisp seasona vegetables and savory meats, enjoy! Novo Restaurant is located in Historic Downtown SanLuis Obispo, with spectacular, creekside Dining available.

Robin's Restaurant

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4095 Burton Dr.
Cambria, CA 93428

 www.robinsrestaurant.com

Dedicated to quality, we prepare all our dishes from scratch, using the freshest, most wholesome ingredients we can. Our commitment to quality is the reason our customers return time & time again.

Robin's has a committment to purchsing fresh local produce for their menu, and is working with CCAN to use the Central Coast Grown Logo on their Daily Specials list!

Shine Cafe

 415 Morro Bay Blvd.

Morro Bay, CA

93442

(805) 771-8344

Shine Cafe has been committed to serving fresh, local and organic ingredients for the past 10 years.  We put love, care and intention behind our food and take great care in making all our menu items from scratch.  We make fresh soups daily, seasonal specials and cater to food allergies or special requests whenever possible.  We love our customers and want to offer them healthy, nutritious cuisine that stimulates the palate and revitilizes the body.  We offer fresh vegetarian and vegan cuisine that is prepared consciously using high quality food made with seasonal produce.  We encourage all our customers to consume consciously.  

Shine Cafe is open M-F 11am-5pm, Sat 9am for breakfast and until 5pm.  Come try our raw food menu on Sunday from 11am-3pm.

Thomas Hill Organics

Joe Thomas, Owner/Farmer

1305 Park St. 

Paso Robles

(805)226-5888

www.thomashillorganics.com

Thomas Hill Organics is a market-bistro whose menu is built around whatis being harvested on our organic farm, located just outside PasoRobles, CA. Heirloom fruit and nut trees, seasonal vegetables and herbs as well asItalian wine grape varietals are the focus of Thomas Hill Farms.Neighboring farms are also featured. Our proteins come from localranchers, fish purveyors and poultry farmers. The wine list highlights unique,small, central coast producers who practice similar farming strategies.  Our menu changes weekly due to seasonal availability. Every Tuesday the bistro closes and becomes a farmer's market. Come in and taste the flavors of central coast.

Two Cooks Catering

PO Box 12824  

San Luis Obispo, CA    

93406

(805)710-2882                                                                                 

www.twocookscateringonline.com

Two Cooks Catering makes global cuisine with a conscience.  We use local ingredients including vegetables from county farmers, fish from Morro Bay and beef from Hearst Ranch.  Our core philosophy to maintain a high level of quality with everything we do is showcased in the seasonal dishes we create. 

Two Cooks Catering has been in business for almost three years now.  Heather, Director of operations tells us that they don't see any barriers to buying local, "It's what we do."

Villa Creek Restaurant

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1144 Pine Street
Paso Robles, CA

805-238-3000

www.villacreek.com

We take great care in selecting each and every ingredient that makes its way onto your plate. We strive to serve the best fresh, local, organically grown or sustainably farmed products in simple, rustic preparations. Our menu draws from the era when the Spaniards established the California missions, reflecting the seasonal abundance of produce and meats found on the Central Coast. Rancho Mission is a local, sustainable, organic and authentic regional cuisine, full of flavor and seasonally changing. Chef Tom Fundaro is honored to serve the products of Four Elements Farm, Central Coast Seafood, Niman Ranch, Olea Farms, PL Bar Beef, TD Willey, Olea Farms, Pasolivo, Rinconada Dairy and Windrose Farms. The local and international compilation of wines and premium bar selection complement the early California and Mediterranean inspired cuisine.

Open 7 Days * Dinner 5pm to 10pm * Bar 4 pm * Reservations are recommended. Villa Creek is located in the historic town of Paso Robles, midway between Los Angeles and San Francisco and is easily accessed from Highway 101. Located on the downtown city park, Villa Creek is a short walk from the local cinema, live theater, hotels and the various events that take place on the park, including the annual wine festival. Paso Robles has numerous nearby attractions including over 100 wineries, Morro Bay, Hearst Castle and Hunter Ranch Golf Course.

Wild Ginger

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2380 Main Street #G

Cambria CA 93428

805-927-1001

www.wildgingercambria.com

Located in the historic east end of the coastal village of Cambria, the Wild Ginger has been serving up innovative, creative and delicious food inspired by the flavors of the South-East Asia and the Pacific Rim. At the Wild Ginger, our passion is food - and it is all about the food - from searching for the freshest ingredients from local farmers to remaining true to the regional flavors that inspire our recipes.

We hope those who dine with us derive as much enjoyment from our food as we do in lovingly crafting each dish that leaves our kitchen.

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