Looking for exceptional American dining in San Luis Obispo? Eureka! is a top-rated American restaurant known for serving bold flavors, satisfying classics, and a welcoming atmosphere that makes every meal memorable.
From hearty burgers and handcrafted appetizers to fresh salads, crispy fries, and expertly prepared comfort food favorites, Eureka! brings together the best of American cuisine with quality ingredients and a lively dining experience.
Whether you're planning a casual lunch, a relaxed dinner, or a night out with friends and family, this San Luis Obispo American restaurant delivers the flavor, comfort, and consistency locals and visitors appreciate.
To experience one of the best American restaurants in San Luis Obispo, CA, visit Eureka! and enjoy a meal crafted to satisfy every craving.
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Our Story
Welcome to a place where great food meets warm hospitality. We believe dining is more than just a meal - it's an experience to be savored and shared.
Our kitchen is dedicated to creating dishes that bring people together, using recipes that honor tradition while embracing innovation.
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A glimpse of our restaurant experience
Food & Drinks
black rice / soy sauce / guacamole / firecracker aioli / furikake / green onion / Fresno chiles / sesame ginger vinaigrette / 735 cal *Our food is cooked to order and to our guests’ temperature request. Consuming raw or undercooked meats / poultry / shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
orange chile glaze / chimichurri / almonds / 254 cal
buttermilk-battered dill pickles / garlic dijonnaise / 344 cal
Sidewinder Fries/ American Swiss Cheese/ Ribeye Steak/ gochujang aioli/ pickled onions/ cilantro/ green onions/ sesame seeds/ fresno chilies
chicken or tofu / cashews / cabbage / carrots / green onions / Gochujang sauce / iceberg lettuce
beer cheese sauce / Fresno chiles / chives / parmesan / ranch
cheese blend / refried beans / chipotle sauce / crema / jalapeños / Fresno chiles / onions / tomatoes / cilantro / 807 cal
truffle salt / Parmesan / chives / decadent white truffle cheese sauce / 864 cal
bone-in wings tossed in your choice of up to two flavors: orange chile glaze / firecracker / beer barbecue sauce / Calabrian chile sauce / Eureka! dry rub / 811-1066 cal
rarmesan / garlic croutons / 536 cal
chicken / egg / avocado / tomato / pickled onion / blue cheese / bacon / ranch / 751 cal
roasted corn / cherry tomato / black beans / red onion / cilantro / avocado / roasted red peppers / tortilla crumble / cheese mix / southwest dressing / 436 cal
goat cheese / orange / strawberry / red onion / candied pecans / ripped basil / herb vinaigrette / 493 cal
(21g protein) tofu / forbidden rice / avocado / sweet potatoes / Brussels sprouts / mushrooms / roasted peppers / cherry tomatoes / green beans / almonds / pesto / 1203 cal
beurre blanc / ripped fingerling potatoes / charred green beans / 987 cal
beer-battered cod / ripped fingerling potatoes / malt vinegar aioli / 1055 cal
8 oz. / chimichurri / signature fries / 840 cal
grilled chicken breast / roasted tomato / pesto aioli / havarti / bacon / arugula / 1058 cal
buttermilk breaded chicken / tangy coleslaw / dill pickles / firecracker aioli / 874 cal
grilled cod / pineapple / cabbage / green onions / cilantro / crema / guacamole / 492 cal
Havarti / peppers / onion / harissa aioli / 1095 cal
American Swiss / grilled onion / lettuce / tomatoes / dill pickles / special sauce / 833 cal
shoestring onions / bacon / cheddar / beer barbecue sauce / 1076 cal
garlic dijonnaise / American cheese / red onion / dill pickles / 904 cal
fig marmalade / creamy goat cheese / bacon / tomatoes / red onions / arugula / spicy porter mustard / 872 cal
charred red bell pepper / bacon-infused jalapeño jam / smoked mozzarella / whiskey caramelized onions / 932 cal
fried egg / cheddar / bacon / chipotle sauce / pickled jalapeños / 1041 cal
bone marrow shiitake butter / grilled onion / horseradish mustard aioli / roasted tomato / 898 cal
blue cheese / mushrooms / caramelized whiskey onions / arugula / Calabrian chili aioli / 1016 cal
Yellow American cheese/ bacon jalapeno jam/ caramelized whiskey onions/ red gem lettuce/ southwest ranch/
onion rings / chives / ranch dressing
green beans / butter / 116 cal
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beer cheese sauce / Fresno chiles / chives / parmesan / ranch
potatoes / garlic / salt / pepper / garlic dijonnaise / 516 cal
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truffle salt / parmesan / chives / decadent white truffle cheese sauce
candied pecans / bourbon caramel / vanilla bean ice cream / 948 cal
WhistlePig Bourbon maple whipped cream / candied pecans / 1190 cal
macerated berries / hot honey / WhistlePig Bourbon maple whipped cream / 625 cal
vanilla bean ice cream / chocolate sauce / bourbon maple whip / cherry
peanut butter / chocolate / caramel / candied pecans
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beef patty / cheddar cheese / served with a side and beverage / 777 cal
breaded chicken breast / served with a side and beverage / 595 cal
shells & house-made cheese sauce / 418 cal
flour tortilla / jack & cheddar cheese / 523 cal
vanilla bean ice cream / chocolate sauce
barq's root beer / vanilla bean ice cream
American Swiss / grilled red onion / lettuce / pickles / tomato / special sauce / served with signature fries / 1045 cal per serving // * Our food is cooked to order and to our guests’ temperature request. Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, shellfish or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness.
Parmesan / garlic croutons // 182 cal per portion
Hear from our valued guests
Grilled cheese (added bacon) with tomato soup was superb! Pork belly was also very tasty. Staff was sweet and lovely. Other non-food related notes: music selection was on-point with a fun selection of mashups. The only small complaint was that the music was a little too loud and made it hard to talk. Also whatever brand of paper straws they use here was surprising that it did not get soggy - so that was much appreciated. Anyway, all around great experience and would recommend!
I love Eureka! Every location I've been to, the food is consistently delicious. Great craft beer selection. Yummy cocktails, tons of different whiskey. Sports on multiple TVs. I've only ever sat at the bar at this location; the bartenders have always been quick and attentive. My favorite it the Fresno Fig Burger: goat cheese, bacon, fig jam, arugula. So good!
Just came on here to give the biggest kudos to the bartender Caleb. Me and my sister came here for some cocktails and Caleb made me one of the BEST old fashions I've ever had. I definitely recommend the Campfire cocktail. Service was great, the staff were all friendly and the atmosphere was good as well. I can't speak on behalf of the food, but the fries we ordered to munch on with our drinks were delicious.
Love going here for the Steak Frites. The wings are very good and they have a high variety of drinks. Good and reliable place I like going to.
I went with a friend for the late night happy hour and it did not disappoint! The drinks were nice and strong and the food Delicious and portion size was very nice. The happy hour menu is not very big but, they have great options and great quality for the price. Definitely give this place a try.
Awesome food, great ambience and very friendly staff.. celebrated our son's bday.. had a great time👍👌
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Johanna is absolutely AMAZING!!! She made me the best spicy margarita I’ve ever had — perfectly balanced, just the right kick, and so smooth. You can tell she really knows what she’s doing behind the bar. On top of that, the food was WOW. Everything was fresh, flavorful, and came out perfectly. The whole experience was top tier. If you go, ask for Johanna — you will not be disappointed! 🍹🔥✨
Honestly, the cheeseburger I got totally hit the spot and the sweet potato fries Extra crispy were so so good. Definitely a quintessential burger if you’re looking for a good burger in the area, I will say the vibes were OK. Upstairs was a little bit dark but if you can get seated downstairs, there’s cool windows you can look out and people watch.
I’ve been to Eureka in SLO twice. Once for lunch and once for dinner on Friday. Staff has always been welcoming and helpful. Both times I sat at the bar and all the bar tenders were great. Cocktail selection is pretty good for a burger place. Large tap beer selection. I got an old fashioned which was fine. Then I got one of their signature drinks the “wild child”. This drink was fantastic, I could drink like 5 of these and be happy. Vodka, watermelon, mint, lemon, aloe and habanero salt. Complex refreshing and light. Highly recommend it. I also ordered the Fresno fig burger. Cooked to perfection, figs, bacon and goat cheese, you can’t go wrong. Fantastic burger. They also have a decent happy hour menu. Great stuff and I’ll definitely be back.
We went for lunch today and sat at the bar. My friend is in a wheelchair but is able to stand and likes the tall seats. She got a bloody Mary. It was too spicy for her but tasted sooo good when I tasted it. She got some tomato juice to calm it down so she could drink it. I was driving so I was on water. She ordered a smash burger and fries and loved it. I ordered a chicken sandwich with street corn on the side. It was so good. The atmosphere was mellow we were there at lunch time. The bartender Yohanna was wonderful she took good care of us. We also had a couple of other employees check on us as well. I will definitely go back. I enjoyed it very much.
Common questions about Eureka!
Eureka! is located at 1141 Chorro St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401, United States, San Luis Obispo, CA, United States.
You can reach Eureka! by calling +1 805-903-1141.
Eureka! has a rating of 4.5 out of 5 based on 1515 customer reviews.
Eureka! features the following accessibility: Wheelchair-accessible entrance, Wheelchair-accessible seating, Wheelchair-accessible toilet, Assistive hearing loop, Wheelchair-accessible car park.
Eureka! features the following from the business: Identifies as women-owned.
Eureka! features the following service options: Delivery, On-site services, Takeaway, Dine-in.
Eureka! features the following highlights: Fast service, Great beer selection, Great cocktails, Serves local specialty, Sport.
Eureka! features the following popular for: Solo dining.
Eureka! features the following offerings: Alcohol, Beer, Cocktails, Coffee, Comfort food, Happy-hour drinks, Healthy options, Small plates, Spirits, Vegetarian options, Wine.
Eureka! features the following dining options: Dessert, Table service.
Eureka! features the following amenities: Wi-Fi, Free Wi-Fi, Restroom.
Eureka! features the following atmosphere: Casual, Trendy.
Eureka! features the following crowd: Family friendly, Groups, Tourists, University students.
Eureka! features the following planning: Accepts reservations.
Eureka! features the following payments: Credit cards, Debit cards.
Eureka! features the following children: Kids' menu.
Eureka! features the following parking: Paid parking lot, Paid street parking, Somewhat difficult to find a space.
Eureka! features the following pets: Dogs allowed.
Business Features
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