Reflecting a blend of tradition and innovation, Executive Chef David McWilliam supports local sustainable agriculture and offers dishes that are mindfully prepared, artfully served, and delicious. The Gardens approachable and seasonally prepared cuisine features Angus beef, line-caught wild fish, free-range chicken, artisanal cheeses as well as locally sourced, organic and/or pesticide-free produce whenever possible.
Reservations are strongly recommended ~ (805) 595-7365
Dinner: Bistro Menu – Monday-Wednesday: 5:00-9:00 pm
Hours may vary on certain holidays.
Corkage fee waived for 1 bottle of local San Luis Obispo county wine. $15 for each additional bottle of wine
Menu items and prices are subject to change
The Nightly Events are subject to change without notice, please call to confirm.
Dining Room
Awarded 'The Most Romantic Restaurant in San Luis Obispo', The Gardens of Avila offers an intimate setting over looking our century old stone patio in a garden setting and can accommodate small or large parties up to 10. For a unique dining experience try our exclusive Romance Dining Package.
Bar and Lounge Our Bar and Lounge features a cozy fireplace and mahogany bar. Recently voted ‘Best Happy Hour Hot Spot’ by Central Coast Magazine, our lounge features unique cocktails and an outstanding wine list that highlights the finest local wines from our world-class San Luis Obispo County region. Happy Hours and specials are offered daily.
Garden View Room Our Garden View is the perfect setting for a small meeting or large party up to 12 people. It is located next to our dining room and is available breakfast, lunch or dinner. It has a beautiful view of our century old stone patio and has glass doors to offer a more private and quite setting for you and your guests. Reservations required. There is no fee to use this room when you order from our dining menu.
Outdoor Patios
The Gardens of Avila offers two beautiful patios for your dining pleasure. Our century old stone patio outside of our dining room is in a secluded stone and garden setting and can seat up to 32 people. Our bar and lounge patio is very open and bright and can seat up to 10 people. With the beautiful weather the Avila Valley offers our patios are open all year around and are equipped with outdoor heaters.