The food scene in the Paso area is thriving

Local cuisine ranges from comfort food and crowd pleasers to innovative takes on classic Californian wine-country fare and does a great job marrying food & drink in deliciousness. With 2 restaurants recently receiving Michelin Stars, the area’s reputation is growing.

Paso Robles

  • Il Cortile

    Consistently the best upscale Italian eatery in the area. Photo Credit: Il Cortile

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  • Firestone Walker Taproom Restaurant

    Home to 805 beer and a great brew pub with a dog-friendly patio. Photo Credit: Firestone Walker

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  • Pappy McGregor's

    Irish pub with a menu loaded with comfort food and local beer and wine. Right on the main square downtown Paso with a small dog-friendly patio. Photo Credit: Pappy McGregor’s

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  • Tin City

    Lovely food and drink scene home to a Michelin star restaurant, pasta bar, wineries, brewery, cidery, and more! Photo Credit: Paso Robles City News

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  • Etto Pasta Bar

    Located in Tin City, this is an excellent option for quality pastas in a casual setting. Also don’t miss their Italian market next door. Photo Credit: R. Poker

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  • Paso Market Walk

    Small food market with restaurants featuring burgers, ramen, pizza, baked goods and more! Nice outdoor dog-friendly eating area. Photo Credit: Paso Market Walk

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  • Momotaro Ramen

    Located in Paso Market Walk, one of the few decent places for Asian cuisine in the Paso area. Photo Credit: R. Poker

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  • Fish Gaucho

    Great tacos and margaritas. Photo Credit: Fish Gaucho

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  • The Hatch Rotisserie & Bar

    Don’t miss their fried chicken special on Tuesdays. Photo Credit: The Hatch

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  • Street Side Ale House

    Extensive menu with something for everyone right on the main square downtown Paso with a small dog-friendly patio. Photo Credit: Street Side Ale House

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  • TASTE! Craft Eatery

    Mix and match sandwiches, salads, macaronis, and other sides. Lots of options, so something for everyone. Photo Credit: Taste! Craft Eatery

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  • Jeffry’s Wine Country BBQ

    Jeffry’s is a local favorite tucked in an alley behind the Paso Robles main square. Photo Credit: Jeffry’s Wine Country BBQ

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  • La Cosecha Bar and Restaurant

    One of the more consistently reputable spots in town. Featuring Spanish & Latin fare, including tapas and craft cocktails. Nice spot for brunch. Owned by the same purveyors as Il Cortile. Photo Credit: La Cosecha

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  • The Restaurant at Justin's

    Farther out in wine country (Adelaida). One of Paso’s two Michelin starred restaurants. Photo Credit: Justin’s

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  • Basil Thai

    Excellent Thai food. One of the best, most authentic pad thais I’ve had in awhile. Photo Credit: R. Poker

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  • Sunrise Cafe

    Small and always packed with locals. Great for breakfast. They have a small patio with a few tables, friendly for dogs.

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  • Cider Creek Bakery & Deli

    Excellent pies. Photo Credit: Cider Creek

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  • Red Scooter Deli

    Great spot right on the main square if you’re in the mood for a sandwich. Photo Credit: San Luis Obispo Guide

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  • Paso Robles Farmer's Market

    Tuesdays 9-11am

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Templeton & Atascadero

  • McPhee's Grill

    Long-standing restaurant for the finest dining Templeton offers. Excellent classic steak house that’s a favorite with locals. Photo Credit: McPhee’s Grill

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  • Kitchenette

    Quaint cafe in Templeton. Great spot for brunch with a small, dog-friendly patio. Photo Credit: Kitchenette

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  • Ike's Love and Sandwiches

    Our favorite sandwich shop, originally opened in The Castro, which is expanded around California. Known for their eclectic toppings and excellent composition as well as their (now off-menu) giant sandwiches made on a whole roll, or double the normal size. Photo Credit: R. Poker

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  • Jack's Bar and Grill

    Large portion sizes and comfort food takes me back to my Midwest roots. Owned by the same purveyors as Street Side Alehouse. Photo Credit: Jack’s Bar and Grill

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  • Wild Field's Brewhouse

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  • Ancient Owl Beer Garden & Bottle Shop

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  • Templeton Farmer's Market

    Saturdays 9-12:30

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  • Atascadero Farmer's Market

    Wednesdays 3-6

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Broader SLO County

  • Louisa's Place

    Excellent breakfast. Skip the hot apple cider and go for the bottomless hot cocoa. Photo Credit: Louisa’s Place

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  • Tognazzini's Dockside Restaurant

    Some of the best fish and chips in town. They have Dockside, Dockside Too, and Dockside 3 restaurants. Photo Credit: morrobay.org

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  • Bayside Cafe

    Excellent clam chowder. Photo Credit: Bayside Cafe

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  • Rose's Bar and Grill

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  • Dorn's Breakers Cafe

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