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Il Cortile Ristorante
Price: Very Expensive•Italian•4.8(4,218)Welcome to Il Cortile Ristorante, Downtown Paso Robles' newest fine dining Italian restaurant. We invite you to join us to enjoy our seasonal menus created with the freshest ingredients available sourced by our surrounding local and regional landscapes by Executive Chef Santos MacDonal, providing a melody of exceptional homemade pastas, fresh seafood, top quality meats and antipasti. A top destination for exquisite wines, picturesque landscapes and beautiful weather, Paso Robles provides the perfect pairing for Il Cortile's rustic Italian fine dining.AronHill Vineyards Bistro & Tasting Room
Price: Moderate•Contemporary American•4.8(329)We are a Paso Robles area winery that offers a wonderful dining experience. At the AronHill Bistro you will enjoy fresh dishes made from seasonal and local ingredients, all paired with stunning hilltop views and even better wines.
The AronHill Bistro & Tasting Room is the Paso Robles wine country’s dining discovery, where you will enjoy fresh dishes made from seasonal and local sources, all paired with estate wines and stunning hilltop views.
Gardens of Avila Restaurant
Price: Expensive•Californian•4.8(970)The Gardens Restaurant at Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort, a favorite spot for locals as well as travelers, is situated in a beautiful garden setting in the Avila Valley. Savor the flavors of the award-winning contemporary California cuisine inspired by the surrounding local wine country.Barley & Boar
Price: Expensive•Distillery•4.7(259)Barley & Boar is a cozy boutique pub located in downtown Atascadero. We distill our own liquor, brew our own beer, and craft our own delicious fare from fresh and local ingredients. Dinner is full service, and our bar is open until midnight.
Join us monthly as we change our menu to showcase what’s in season.
Cafe Roma - San Luis Obispo
Price: Expensive•Italian•4.7(1,772)For over four decades, the Rizzo family has been serving authentic Italian cuisine in San Luis Obispo. At Café Roma, you can indulge in homemade pastas, wood-fired pizza, and fresh seafood. Don't miss classic dishes like Osso Buco with Saffron Risotto, shortrib pappardelle, and Bistecca alla Fiorentina.
Inside Café Roma and you'll feel like you've been transported to Italy. From the vintage Italian bike hanging above the bar to the Murano glass chandeliers and Tuscan murals, every detail has been thoughtfully curated to celebrate Italian culture.
Pair your meal with one of the many wines on Café Roma's extensive list, which changes monthly to include new and exciting Central Coast and Italian finds.
Café Roma is a popular destination for locals, vintners, families, travelers, and professionals alike. Whether you're looking for a romantic date night spot or a gathering place for friends and family, you'll find it here.Alex Madonna’s Gold Rush Steak House, at Madonna Inn
Price: Expensive•Steakhouse•4.6(4,597)Enjoy an award winning dining experience in our world-famous pink and gold Steak House - offering a comfortable and opulent dining atmosphere. Indulge in a delicious oak-pit-barbecued steak, fresh seafood, chicken, or vegetarian entrees. Featuring a superb wine list, decadent world-famous desserts and a whimsical, European atmosphere. Boutique shopping makes for a fun experience before or after you dine with us.
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- PPaulOrange County •2 reviews5.0Dined 1 day agoSmall restaurant. Food was very good. Quiet , which is nice for a change . Prices a bit high but not unexpected.More infoIl Cortile RistorantePrice: Very Expensive• Italian• Paso Robles•4.8
- RRolfeVIPCalifornia Central Coast •20 reviews5.0Dined 2 days agoWonderful experience and our waiter Frankie was fantastic.More infoBarley & BoarPrice: Expensive• Distillery• Atascadero•4.7
- VBVickieBCalifornia Central Coast •4 reviews5.0Dined 3 days agoGranted it was a Monday night, so not as busy as other times, so it was quiet, which we enjoyed. Loved the large round table for our group of 6. Food was delicious from start to finish and service was excellent.More infoCieloPrice: Expensive• Italian• Atascadero•4.5
- GGaryCalifornia Central Coast •1 review5.0Dined on Feb 14, 2025Employees we’re fantastic, food was excellent and very entertaining atmosphere.More infoGuest House GrillPrice: Expensive• American• Atascadero•4.7
- KKimCalifornia Central Coast •1 review4.0Dined on Dec 13, 2024Our group goes every Christmas time. Service is great, there’s a full bar fur those interested, and food was good. The menu is not large but enough variety to give lots of options.More infoUnion & VinePrice: Moderate• American• Templeton•3.9
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Paso Robles is a culinary hotbed in San Luis Obispo County, California. Packed with wineries, olive oil-producing farms, and hot springs, the food here is all about freshness and farm-to-table cuisine. Visit the local wineries for exceptional dishes that complement California wine or visit a white-tablecloth Italian eatery for fresh pasta accompanied by mussels, clams, veal, or duck. Visit a healthy bistro focusing on small plates and fresh local ingredients for chorizo, individual wood-fired pizzas, and grilled octopus. You'll find ever-changing, seasonal menus, including a cafe with its own farm for veggie fare. Vegetarian and vegan items are plentiful, and you'll have many options if you're looking for gluten-free meals or to meet other dietary needs.
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The best reviewed restaurant in San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles is CaliPaso Winery
The best vegan restaurants in San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles are Copper Café and Bakery, at Madonna Inn, Mistura and Il Cortile Ristorante
The best vegetarian restaurants in San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles are Copper Café and Bakery, at Madonna Inn, Cafe Roma - San Luis Obispo and Granada Bistro
The restaurants with the best service in San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles are Al Lago Wines, Sienna & Hope Bistro and Sculpterra Winery and Sculpture Garden
The restaurants with the best ambiance in San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles are CaliPaso Winery, Al Lago Wines and Sienna & Hope Bistro