Antique Shops in California: Top SLO CAL Destinations to Explore

The City of San Luis Obispo offers a variety of activities and adventure to fit anyone's interest, including the shoppers in your group! From old school record stores, to curated resale, thrift shops and consignment stores, San Luis Obispo can scratch any antiquing itch. 

SLO Consignment Furniture

1599 Monterey St. San Luis Obispo, CA 93401

Although officially a consignment shop, this outpost takes an honorable mention for an excellent curated array of antique furniture in different styles at great prices. Come visit for home furnishings to cozy up your nest and accent any space. There are definitely some distinctly vintage finds from floor to ceiling such as lamps, mirrors, paintings and carpets.

The Village of Arroyo Grande feels like a step back in time, so it's no wonder that this quaint town is home to some great antique shops, that are sure worth a visit. Discover exactly what you're looking for, and something you never expected at these Arroyo Grande staples.

A Glance into the Past

410 E Branch St, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

With 5,000 square feet of wonders, this barn is a great spot in southern SLO CAL to spend time wandering into the past. Thirty dealers with more than 20-years in the business will keep you busy rummaging through collectibles, pottery, jewelry, swords, gold and silver for hours. The friendly staff is also great at giving appraisals so bring your treasures down and experience your own Antiques Roadshow.

Branch Street Antiques

126 E Branch St, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420

In the heart of the quaint village of Arroyo Grande, this shop has been capturing collectors for years and they keep coming back because the great prices keep the merchandise moving. Beautiful jewelry from vintage estates as well as high-end costume pieces are some favorites in this curated, lower-level trove of wonders. Breeze in for a stroll through the past for small collectibles and accent pieces galore.

Shop the trendy and the antique shops in Pismo Beach before continuing to explore this classic California beach town. 

Pismo Pickers

537 Five Cities Drive, Pismo Beach CA

Located one block from the Pismo Beach Outlets in the Pismo Coast Shopping Plaza which makes for a great day of something old and something new, dealers feature retro clothing, vintage fishing gear, fireman memorabilia, furniture and toys. Pickers is especially known for its huge collection of vinyl records and unique jewelry selection.

Surrounded by nature, Morro Bay embraces the ethos of reuse and upcycling. Come see for yourself at the local Morro Bay antique storefronts and then you won't want to miss the annual city-wide yard sale for every more treasure hunting! 

HWY 41 Antique Emporium

520 Atascadero Rd., Morro Bay, CA 93442

A huge mall of 12,000 sq feet always feels spacious and is able to accommodate some large pieces. There are dealers with true antiques and some with vintage and retro items, consignment, local art and thrift as well so it’s usually easy to find something you want. They also have a great collection of estate jewelry, dishes and furniture. Make sure to visit their upstairs and garden court before you head to your next store. 

 

Tara Lee’s Antiques

248 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442

A consignment shop with antique flair and thrifty finds, this clean and bright shop has lots (and we mean LOTS) of clothes and shoes, toys, kitchenware and art. Fit yourself in every era of vintage clothing or find some vintage bling to sparkle yourself with. There's something for everyone here, so bring the family and have some fun perusing around this shop. ’80s and '90s kids will feel right at home.

 

Treasures Antique Mall

475 Morro Bay Blvd., Morro Bay, CA 93442

This cute main street mall features vendors with a plethora of unique antiques and vintage finds like books, vinyl and coins. This is the place to find that vintage dress and a pair of shoes (or boots) to match! Maybe take away some decor flair for your home, too.

Come for the beach and small town charm, stay for the unexpected antique stores of Cayucos along Highway 1. 

Remember When

152 N Ocean Ave. Cayucos, CA 93430

This flagship store boasts three whole floors of different vendors in a building nearly as old as the merchandise, which adds to the experience. Be prepared to lose yourself in the nostalgic details of the past, you may just temporarily forget the beach is across the street. You’ll find a hodgepodge of vintage clothing and collectibles here. Come in for dolls, vintage jewelry, art, clothing, tools, books, toys, records and musical instruments, as well as garden art and one-of-a-kind curios. This shop and its sister store just down the block will enchant you for hours. 

 

Remember When Too

36 N Ocean Ave., Cayucos, CA 93430

The not so little sister of Remember When, this large warehouse has different dealers than Remember When, and sells fabulous vintage objet d’arts and lots of tomorrow's antiques. Make it a two-stop day to browse this collection of collectibles and tchotchkes.

In Cambria even the antique shops lean artistic. Fine some of the best collections of fine art and architectural pieces, along with unique finds and small tchotchkes. 

Antiques on Main

2338 Main St. Cambria, CA 93428

This 10,000 square foot, three-story warren of treasures is easy to spot with its heavy wooden doors which lead you into the world of the past. Staircases guide you up and down from the main floor to the upper and lower floors each filled with unique finds. Leave plenty of time to browse Depression Era glass, books, dishware, furniture, vinyl, and vintage dollhouses. Walk through twice and still find new treasures while getting in your steps in this authentic shop. 
 

Cambria Archaeology

2442 Main St. Cambria, CA 93428

Two lifetimes worth of serious collecting. A father and son’s shared hobby has turned a historical home into an antique shop, reminiscent of how antique shops used to be in the ’50s and ’60s. As you enter the garden, wind your way up to the porch through a succulent garden of pots, driftwood and architectural prizes. Once inside, every room of The Shaw Steiner house (1914) is stuffed to the rafters with something for everyone: vintage advertisements, statues, Americana folk art, coins, nautical and architectural pieces. Serious collectors and daytime perusers alike will find a treasure to take home in this fabulous shop. 

 

Evans and Gerst Antiques

4111 Bridge Street, Cambria CA 93428

“By appointment” is preferable to view this crème de la crème collection painstakingly curated from museums for over 40 years. Bring your checkbook or get ready to do some serious perusing of fine art, zebra rugs and top-notch furniture. Mr. Evans learned about antiques as a boy working in the Hearst Warehouse down the road from his family ranch and has been in the business ever since. He has come home to share his lifetime collection of art, bespoke furnishings, books and architectural treasures with the Central Coast.

 

Granny Had One

780 Main St. Cambria, CA 93428

Tucked into a little prairie-style house in the west end of the cozy village of Cambria, Granny Had One is a charming shop with pieces you definitely saw at your grandmother's house and possibly your great aunt’s too. A precious collection of smalls to display when you get home.

 

Rich Man, Poor Man Antiques Main Showroom

2110 Main St Cambria, CA 93428

This rambling wonderland is stuffed to the beams on both floors and two laps may not be enough to discover secret rooms, tucked here and there, full of antiquities. Exquisite vintage diamond jewelry, antique lighting, clocks, McCoy pottery, European furniture, Native American, mid-century and Big John’s man cave of Mantiques makes this shop a top stop in SLO CAL. New merchandise daily. Tip: Don't miss out on the back garden shed or the second-floor attic shops inside! 

 

Rich Man Poor Man Annex

2084 Main St Cambria, CA 93428

A rainy day must, don't be surprised if you happily lose a few hours between these two sister shops with completely different vendors. The Annex is a deeply filled second showroom now open in the same lot of Rich Man, Poor Man. Your antique itch will surely be scratched. Like the main showroom, the Annex offers discounts for military veterans on the rarities and curios from a bygone era. 

Known for world class wine and delicious eats, don't count out great, not-to-miss, antique shops in Paso Robles and nearby! 

Great American Antique Mall

1305 Spring St. Paso Robles, CA 93446

Conveniently located on a downtown corner, this is the place to find your favorite piece of Americana in between wine tastings. From cast-iron skillets, barbershop blades, polished stones, vintage clothing and Ball jars to military memorabilia, Breyer Horses, furniture, baseballs and baseball cards this place serves up more apple pie than your grandma. Don’t miss “grandpa’s” second floor of this unique shop with more than 30 dealers.

 

Paso Robles Antiques and Vintage/Relics Mall

1329 Spring St, Paso Robles CA 93446

Tucked off the city street, find 25 dealers exhibiting in this Paso Robles purveyor spread. Chock-full of antiquities, respectable collectibles, furniture, polished stones and evening wear plenty. From French Provincial to Danish Mid Century Modern you will discover curated finds from antique dealers and designers alike. Head upstairs for the most unique collection of party garb, perfect for your themed costume party—truly a sight to behold.

 

Vineyard Antiques

2320 Ramada Dr. Paso Robles CA 93446

You may have noticed the Old West, false-front barn which leans out over Highway 101 on the border of Paso Robles and Templeton. With over 100 dealers, this beast of an antique mall is where you come for your statement piece or perhaps that antique bar pulled from an old saloon. Take one pass, two or even three in this giant metropolis, equally balanced with furniture, decor, knick-knacks, collectibles and statement pieces. From elegant Victorian dressers to farm tools and wagon wheels, you will not be disappointed to stop in on your way home. Their price points are reasonable so you won't have to choose which item to put back for next time. Don't miss the sideyard!