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    Slappys Chowder House

    4.2 (125 reviews)
    Closed 9:00 am - 9:00 pm

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    TRI TIP!
    Chesney F.

    So much fun! Right off the beach, easy parking and really nice people serving AMAZING FOOD! Everything I heard about the tri tip is true, it is the BEST. Reasonable price for a big beefy sandwich

    My car being unreasonably towed

    Sooo ate here and my car got towed as I was eating and only here for 20 minutes by the way. I now have to pay $250 for my car to be put down on top of some mid clam chowder. Do not come here. Also: they gave me regular instead of Diet Pepsi.

    Fish & Chips, Fish Tacos
    Jacob R.

    Fish and chips were bomb! Very large pieces and made fresh. Service was good and its a classic beach side vibe. If you are hitting the dubes and are hungry, hit this spot up!

    Alexis C.

    Fat burritos at a fair price! The service wasn't super fast but I guess that's how you know it's fresh! Not a lot of room for dining but slaps is right next to the beach! It was the perfect burrito for my hangover!

    Onion rings
    Michael L.

    Slap me up for some good chowder anytime I am in Pismo! If you are looking for a nice chowder spot that has easy access to the dunes and off the normal busy parts of Pismo then this is a nice spot. The street outside can get busy with recreational vehicles going in and out constantly but it also adds to for great people watching. Slappys is a great place for breakfast and/or lunch. From breakfast burritos to corn dogs to chowder. All the classics done right. Warms up the foodie soul on the nice chilly Pismo beach.

    Clam chowder bread bowl
    Kristin R.

    I think there are addictive properties in the clam chowder. My sister had the tri tip chili cheese fries, and said they were amazing. The kids all had ice cream and shaved ice every day that we were there. Can't wait to go back when we go to Pismo!

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    Nancy C.

    Came here for the first time and let me tell you, the chowder here is amazing!!!! The bread was freshly toasted and perfectly paired with the clam chowder soup! We also had their tri tip sandwich sang their tri tip burrito, I think I'll favor the burrito more because I didn't want to keep dipping. For those who don't like good touching, stick with the sandwich. The guy serving us gave us great recommendations and service! This place has the perfect location! Right before the dunes entrance! Menu is easy to read and simple to choose from. Grab some food and picnic on the beach! There's a table if you wanted to eat there but really, the beach is within walking distance. Perfect stop and great CS. Will definitely return, tomorrow!

    Fries, mac & cheese, tri tip sandwich, tri tip tacos
    Julie B.

    If you're by the beach, this is a convenient place for a bite to eat or sweet treat. You order at the window and pick up after. I'd recommend their mac & cheese, loaded fries, breakfast burritos, or ice cream. The tri tip sandwich is primarily meat and bread, with bbq sauce on side.

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    3 years ago

    The food was great and very delicious! Fairly priced and the service was great! We will definitely come back

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    3 years ago

    food definitely come back here onions rings and curly frys and corn dog & tri-tip sandwiches was amazing. And service was 5 star friendly.

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    3 years ago

    The Santa Maria breakfast burrito is to die for with thinly cut smoked tritip, eggs, potatoes and bacon

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    3 years ago

    Amazing! The Santa Maria burrito was just so good and the staff was so welcoming and happy.

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    2 years ago

    Some of the very best breakfast burritos in SLO county. HUGE sizes too! Highly recommend

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    1 year ago

    delicious food. we ordered the clam chowder and i highly recommend. love that the location is so close to the beach.

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    3 years ago

    I had a surfs up breakfast burrito and I can hands down say that it is the best breakfast burrito I've ever had!

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    Food was great. Always wanted to try it and glad I did. Got the tri tip sandwich and it was amazing.

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    Amazing smoked tri tip and chowder. Location is right by the beach and Staff is friendly too.

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    2 years ago

    Sunday 9 am closed despite the hours posted.. very disappointed..................... extremely extremely disappointed...

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    2 years ago

    Great chowder bowls and churros. Did get to try the tri tip but it also looked very good!

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    3 years ago

    My husband and I Love this place! The food is so good. ! If you have bikes, the perfect place to sit outside.!

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    3 years ago

    Convenient location on the beach! The menu is huge! A lot to chose from and everything is bomb.com!!

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    We had the Santa Maria and Surfs up breakfast burritos. They were very tasty. We will be coming back for sure!

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    4 years ago

    Right on the beach. Killer breakfast burritos, churros and soft serve. Perfect treat after riding. Will definitely be back.

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    Eek! This place changed owners a while back and I took my cousins and their kids here from out of…read moretown... Definitely a different experience than when the previous owners were here. Hopefully they've improved, but they messed up a good portion of our orders (about half of 8 orders) and I felt so bad that some were not eating while others had food. Unfortunately the service was pretty poor too, in that they were completely unaware and unapologetic. The ambiance was nice at least and the bathrooms kept up too. In a pinch, I may give them another try in the future.

    This is a hidden gem and perfect if you have "Sunday morning" cravings for menudo. The restaurant…read moreis located in a very small strip mall and next to a beef jerky store -- that initially caught my eye. Earlier during our stay, we were at the bus stop just catty-corner from this place and later decided to stop in for a final meal before moving on to our next adventure. There were absolutely no regrets! Based on the pictures -- which don't do the food nearly enough justice - the burritos were substantial! The food tasted as if your friend's mom made it for you. And, the salsas -- ohemgee! were delicious! I'm not normally a habanero person -- but this salsa added in small dollops was the perfect complement to the menudo -- not that the menudo needed much enhancement. The broth was scrumptious and well seasoned. I could tell that the broth was home-made / hand-made as I could taste the roastedness of it. The menudo was seasoned with even proportions of garlic, mild spice, and just plain good heartiness! And...what's more, is the tripe was CLEAN! There was definitely a lot to try -- but my tummy only had room for the menudo, sadly. Service was great, staff was super friendly and helpful. This place is not to be taken for granted.

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    4.0(309 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    Staying at a campground near here and found it on yelp. Saw it was in the middle of a neighborhood…read moreand not on the main drag so I figured it was supported by locals rather than tourists. This turned out to be very true. Half the customers seemed to know each other. Anyway, the ambiance is pretty thin. Not much to look at and all the food is served in paper or styrofoam containers. Help yourself to some plastic cutlery if needed. However, the food was very tasty. Certainly above average for a basic Mexican place. I ordered the carnitas plate and a chile relleno à la carte. I like to test Mexican restaurants by trying the chile relleno. That was the best part of the meal. Took a few minutes for my order because the relleno was obviously freshly made. Very well roasted poblano with just a little bite to it. Well breaded, fried, and sauced. Carnitas were very tasty as well. Service was a bit odd as they call your number and then stand there and ask you if you want everything on it and then slap it on top in front of you.

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    If you want real Mexican food in Pismo Beach, come here! Sure, you will find plenty of tacos and…read moreburritos at nearby restaurants, but Taqueria el Guero's tortillas are handmade, while others use packaged Mission tortillas and the meat is seasoned to perfection. Everything is fresh, made to order and 10 times more flavorful with varying levels of salsa. I came here for lunch twice during my 3-day stay here and loved every taco I had (fish, birria, carne asada and al pastor). Tuesdays- $2.50 tacos with a purchase of an agua fresca! I got the horchata and it was creamy, cinnamony and not too sweet! Order at the register and they give you a buzzer to let you know when your order is ready. The food comes out within minutes! The place is spacious with plenty of tables too. No outdoor seating. The other location is in SLO.

    We were really impressed by the quality of the food here--everything tasted incredibly fresh,…read morevibrant, and full of authentic flavor. The al pastor burrito was packed with perfectly seasoned meat and well-balanced ingredients, while the beef cheese quesadilla was warm, satisfying, and generously filled. You can tell they put real care into both the taste and presentation. Beyond the food, the whole experience felt elevated by the atmosphere. The space has a cool, modern vibe while still feeling welcoming, and everything was spotless--it honestly looks brand new and very well maintained. It's the kind of place where you feel comfortable lingering a bit longer and enjoying your meal. The only small downside for me was that the chips and salsa were served at the same time as the main dishes. I would have preferred to have them brought out earlier as a starter, just to enjoy them before the meal arrived. Overall, it's more than just a quick bite--it's a place we'd gladly come back to for both the food and the inviting environment.

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    Taqueria El Guero - Entry and front counter

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