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Anderson Social — espresso, cocktails, and live music in San Luis Obispo

The Anderson Social storefront on Monterey Street in San Luis Obispo

Hours

Espresso + Pâtisseries

8AM - 2PM

everyday

Cocktails + Small Plates

5PM - 11PM

THU / FRI / SAT

$5 cover THU | $10 cover FRI/SAT | music starts at 7PM

5PM - 10PM

SUNDAY

$5 cover | music starts at 7PM

A diner in a suit cutting into a vinyl record with a knife and fork beside a glass of wine, captioned “Bon appétit et à bonne santé.”

the history of
the anderson

A collage of Anderson Hotel memorabilia: a matchbook for the hotel’s cocktail lounge and grill in San Luis Obispo, a pen sketch of the building, a portrait of the founder, a newspaper clipping headlined “Pioneer merchant and hotel man,” and a handwritten letter from 1929.

Before it was Anderson Social, it was the Anderson Hotel—opened in 1923 with a grand dinner dance, fresh florals in the lobby, and piano performances by the owner’s daughter-in-law. Built for the next generation, it drew in locals, out-of-towners, and anyone with a taste for elegance and entertainment. Nearly a century later, we’re bringing the story back to life—with a few new chapters of our own.

The cafes and bistros in European culture have always been more than just places to eat and drink. They are places where people from all walks of life, whether artists or writers, business people or politicians, can come and interact freely. They are social hubs, places for discussion, thought, relaxation, inspiration, and intimate time with friends. People can laugh, tell stories, share ideas, and debate in a casual, safe atmosphere that is comfortable and stress free.

We hope that Anderson Social follows in the same tradition.