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Old Porte Inn

PO Box 40, Avila Beach, CA 93424
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4.0 of 5 stars 5 Reviews
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Los Angeles
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17 reviews 17 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
31 helpful votes 31 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 13 July 2010
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This authentic, friendly, old-school restaurant does it right. The setting has character, mystery, and old-world charm. It is a family-owned business, and it wears its scars proudly while doing seafood up the way it should be. Allow me to laugh at those that who doubt their ability to produce good seafood. I grew up on the Texas Gulf Coast. I... More

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Laramie, Wyoming
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19 reviews 19 reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
7 helpful votes 7 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 April 2010

I also have to say it was the best restaurant we dined at along the PCH. We would have eaten there every night while we staying in Avila and Pismo beach but we wanted to get a taste of what the area held in terms of dining. OPI was the best one, without a doubt, and when we get that... More

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London
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7 reviews 7 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 July 2009
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I couldn't disagree more with the reviews below. We drove the PCH and this was one of the best places we ate. The service was very friendly and they put us right next to the window at the end of the pier while the sun was setting. This is not a touristy restaurant on a pier like you will have... More

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san luis obispo
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3 helpful votes 3 helpful votes
1 of 5 stars Reviewed 25 April 2005
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Nothing special here...This place must make ends meet, by sucking in out-of-town tourists thinking they are in for a fresh seafood dining experience while overlooking Avila Bay. Unfortunately, once inside the restaurant the views are nothing special, the seating is on patio furniture, and the menu is very limited. The seafood entrees are lacking in flavor and presentation, service is... More

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San Luis Obispo, CA
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25 reviews 25 reviews
Reviews in 18 cities Reviews in 18 cities
131 helpful votes 131 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 22 February 2004
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Food is fine - service is lacking ans restaurant is noisy. Don't go here if you want to have a conversation with your party...

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