Discover the Best Espresso Martini in SLO CAL

Shaken to create that signature froth on top, creamy espresso martinis in SLO CAL range from the traditional cocktail to served on nitro tap or with additional ingredients to achieve an extra creamy taste and mouthfeel.
 

At Cielo, their espresso martini is listed first on the specialty cocktail menu and the dessert cocktail menu, you can’t miss it. Cielo knows how to make some amazing drinks and extremely flavorful Italian food, so you won’t want to skip trying an espresso martini here.

📍 6400 El Camino Real, Atascadero, CA 93422
 

The Flatliner is the house specialty and infamous across the region at Giuseppe’s. Crafted with espresso, Bacardi, Rum 151 and their own secret blend of after dinner liqueurs. These ingredients make it particularly creamy, slightly sweeter than a traditional espresso martini and all the more tasty!

📍 891 Price Street, Pismo Beach, CA 93449
 

While at the Galley Seafood Bar & Grill, enjoying perfect views of Morro Rock paired with delicious seafood, order up a Fog Lifter. This espresso martini cocktail is rich and creamy and finished with chocolate bitters. For a day along the coast, this is the perfect accompaniment.

📍 899 Embarcadero, Morro Bay, CA 93442

Why let vodka (or rum) have all the fun? While many bars will whip you up a tequila espresso martini (or carajillo), at Feral, their Very Demure is a staple on the menu. Comprised of tequila, Licor 43, espresso and espresso bitters, this espresso martini is spirit and coffee forward and worth a try!

📍 725 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

The Kentucky Flatliner from Nate’s on Marsh keeps it simple by sticking with four ingredients (Four Roses Bourbon, bourbon cream, Frangelico and espresso). But don’t let the small ingredient list fool you, this drink excites the taste buds with a creamy and unique flavor combination for an espresso martini.

📍 450 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
 

Barley & Boar serves their espresso martini with Buffalo Trace bourbon cream and coffee infused vodka. Order from their varied and elevated food and drink menus, but don’t forget the true star: Knightly Nectar for your espresso martini kick.

📍 5925 Entrada Avenue, Atascadero, CA 93422

An espresso cocktail doesn’t taste much fresher than at a coffee shop’s bar. The Lounge at Kreuzberg slings their signature ‘spro for their espresso martini. Plus, there’s often trivia, live music and karaoke to create a night to remember.

📍 685 Higuera Street, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401
 

Alchemist Garden serves up traditional espresso martinis, but if you’re looking for a twist on a coffee cocktail, order up their frozen Irish Coffee. For true cocktail lovers, don’t miss The Remedy, an intimate cocktail lounge based in science. Want to try a smokey espresso drink? The Moscow Snow Storm is for you.

📍 1144 Pine Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446
 

Searching for a zero-proof coffee mocktail? Ember serves a bright and tasty beverage of fresh orange juice, cold brew and tonic. They also offer a more traditional espresso martini with white rum, Bailey’s, Kahlua, Frangelico and fresh espresso.

📍 1200 E Grand Avenue, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
 

Mirazur Restaurant crafts their espresso martini with Irish cream. They also offer Mexican and Irish Coffees for a warm beverage option. Don’t miss ordering something from their dessert menu to accompany your drink of choice.

📍 1365 2^nd Street, Los Osos, CA 93402
 

With seasonal, original, classic and forgotten cocktails, Eleven Twenty-Two Cocktail Lounge is always switching up the flavors and recipes of their coffee cocktails. The Distant Whisper is currently featured with lemon and lavender infused vodka, Borghetti espresso liqueur, cold brew, Thai coconut milk and coffee pearls.

📍 1122 Pine Street, Paso Robles, CA 93446