About
When searching for a restaurant offering elegance, artisan cuisine, and breathtaking ocean views, add Marisol at The Cliffs to your itinerary.
Marisol is part of The Cliffs resort in Avila Beach and offers indoor and outdoor dining. With a "brunch & lunch" and dinner menu, Marisol is perfect anytime during the day. It opens at 8 AM and is ideal for a hearty breakfast before exploring nearby Spyglass Beach Tide Pools.
As its website claims, Marisol at The Cliffs has "hyperlocal owners, chefs, and ingredients," with Chef Troy Tolbert leading the charge.
Chef Troy's creations reflect his passion for blending soulful touches with locally sourced produce, freshly caught seafood, and naturally raised meats and poultry.
Equally impressive is that Wine Spectator recognizes the eatery for its award-winning wine list. The list features local wines from the fertile regions stretching from Monterey to Santa Barbara County, which pair excellently with the menu's offerings.
Marisol at The Cliffs rises as one of the premier choices in Pismo Beach for exceptional cuisine, sunset vistas, and charming elegance.
Vibe
While many restaurants can boast about their views of the Pacific, many serve lackluster fare. Marisol at The Cliffs sports spectacular beach and sunset views but takes it further by promising stellar cuisine created by Chef Chef Troy Tolbert.
Whether you choose to sit on the patio in the salty breeze, perch at the softly lit bar, or gather inside at a table or booth, you'll encounter a laid-back vibe in an elegant setting.
The interior features an open concept with tiled floors, archways, and an aged-bronze tin ceiling. The earth tones throughout the room are reminiscent of a Tuscan villa.
Contemporary light fixtures dot the walls to highlight art and memorabilia, while ambient light floods the room through picture windows.
The bar area has a wrap-around counter with bar stools for solo meals or a casual dining experience. After sunset, the bar is aglow from overhead can lights, making it perfect for gathering for drinks after picking berries at Avila Valley Barn.
Whether grabbing a morning bite or arriving at dusk, the vibe is relaxing with a touch of sophistication.
Marisol at The Cliffs: Menu & Drinks
With menus spanning breakfast, lunch, and dinner, highlighting everything is impossible. Instead, we'll grab a few standouts so you get an idea of what to expect at Marsol at The Cliffs.
The Egg Benedict is a breakfast masterpiece that energizes you for a day at Eldwayen Ocean Park. Picture poached eggs atop English muffins with Canadian bacon and bathed in velvety hollandaise sauce. Add a side of potatoes and a cappuccino, and you'll be ready for whatever the day hurls at you.
Lunch options range from soups, salads, shareables, and main entrees. The Thai Chicken Lettuce Wraps is a healthy choice to invigorate the palate. Chefs grill the chicken and add it to butter lettuce cups with peanut sauce. Next, they add shredded jicama and carrots, crushed peanuts, and crispy glass noodles. They are a light and flavorful meal, perfect on hot sunny days.
For dinner, the entrees will appeal to various palates with options like the
Chipotle BBQ Trout, Lamb Shank Birria, and Roasted Chicken. A standout entree is the Chateau Top, which showcases a bacon-wrapped prime top sirloin cooked to your liking. The steak comes with whipped potatoes, wilted spinach, whole grain mustard, and house demi sauce.
To complement these culinary masterpieces, explore Marisol's specialty cocktails and classics. As mentioned, the wine list is impressive and pairs with all menu items.
Whether for lunch after visiting the Central Coast Aquarium or seeking a romantic dinner with breathtaking Pacific views, Marsol at The Cliffs is a must on your Pismo Beach vacation.
Local Tips
- Complimentary valet parking is included when dining at Marisol.
- Reservations are strongly encouraged, especially for a sunset meal.
- Ask about the daily chef specials not listed on the menu.
- Check out the banquet room when you need space for ten or more.
