The service here is six stars! Ron and Savanah were working the front of the house by themselves and they did a phenomenal job making sure food was delivered in a timely manner and that everyone had what they needed. We shared a French dip sandwich with sliced house made prime rib and house made au jus sum delish onion rings and an enormous beet salad. It was very lightly dressed with lots of beets, cheese and was a light accompaniment to the French dip. read more

We met some friends here for dinner on a Friday night. The place was busy (always a good sign). We started with the zucchini fries. So good! They were fine before I could get a picture. I did not expect to find a dish like the one I got. Halibut on a bed of risotto, with veggies and a blueberry bur Blanc sauce! It was very good. The risotto was amazing. The fish was good but a tad overcooked (dry). Great place to stop at while in the road. read more

Cork & Plough - Wine Bars Near Me - King City, California

We stopped by here on our way up 101, it's pretty close to the highway. Service was fast and attentive at 6pm on a Sunday and we were sat and ordered pretty quickly. I got a farmhouse burger at medium well and it was actually medium well! I tend to find that most places when I order a medium well burger it's closer to the medium or medium rare range. Overall solid burger, tasty with pickles and mayonnaise to complement the patty. The bacon was also really crispy, not soggy at all. The arugula doesn't stand out too much, it would be nice to have more arugula in it but It was overall really enjoyable. It's quite big for one person, I did not fully finish it. My partner got a prime rib french dip with onion rings. He liked it decently and also liked the onion rings, they were crispy and done well. It's a bit pricey for two burgers and fries but the serving size makes up for it, you just gotta remember to eat your leftovers! read more

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We stopped into the Cork and Plough on our way back home. It's a hidden gem in sleepy little King City. We were seated right away and had a knowledgeable server who told us the specials. We saw all the beers and excellent wines on the list, but because we were driving, we had to pass. Hubs ordered the prime rib French dip. It came served on toasted ciabatta bread. He said it was shaved prime rib (house made), caramelized onions, melted cheese, and aioli. It was very tender. It was served with au jus, which he said he thought was flavorful on its own and if it wasn't house made, it was a good fake. Also, came with a side salad, which he enjoyed. I ordered the roasted beet salad with chicken breast. It was HUGE! It was beautiful, too. Came with an enormous chicken breast atop many roasted beets, feta cheese, and candied walnuts. It was dressed in a balsamic vinaigrette. Outstanding! It was Sunday evening after 7 pm and the place was over 3/4 full and a few to-go orders came in, too. Hmmm. People know this is a good spot. I will remember the Cork and Plough and try to return. read more

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5 of us came here for lunch. One of our friends had been here several times and had raved about how good the food was. We all had really great meals. 3 of us had salads, one order the sliders and one ordered a French dip. The service was really great and the woman who waited on us was the only person working the tables and the bar. She did a fabulous job and we never waited. She got a good tip from all of us. This is a part of King City that has changed, for the good, in the last few years. The Merchants have come in and really changed this neighborhood. Also, easy to find parking. We will definitely come back here again. (Pictures did not come out.) read more

Just passing through with a friend and decided to stop by. From the moment we walked in felts like a great atmosphere and it was. Our server was on point with always checking in on us. I didn't take pictures of the food because we were so hungry! I ended up getting the chicken Alfredo which was delicious. The chicken was very tasty ! My friend ended up getting the pot pie and was very impressed! Overall good spot and recommend if you're in the area. read more

The food was served hot and fresh with a smile. We ordered the burger, pasta, sausage sandwich, clam chowder, drinks and other items. The facilities are clean and hospitable. Staff is friendly but lacks in communication. Party of 6 has an extra service charge that was not communicated. Resulting in over tipping. Price point for the food in my opinion is about 15% over fair value, I do recommend the location and food just make sure you check the bill. read more

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Edited: this is the first post I've made after however long Yelps been around...After reading reviews we stopped on a drive from central coast to Bay Area on Sunday afternoon for lunch. I wish I could remember young man's name that helped us. Service was great. We had BBQ pork sliders and the cow & pork burger. Perfectly cooked hand shaped patty. This was def not a frozen patty. Fries were crunchy and the ranch tasted homemade. We would stop in again for sure. A big plus was the spotless bathrooms! read more

Stopped by for lunch and all 3 generations loved the menu options, from main dish salads to pastas. The staff was great and even had a sense of humor! Will be back. read more

I had the ribeye. It was excellent! Cooked perfectly, tender, juicy! The waitress was amazing. I was alone and she was very accommodating! Will go back again for sure! read more

My cousin's niece graduated high school so to celebrate, we took them out for lunch. We've never been in King City so we decided to look up on Yelp a spot that looked good. Cork & Plough looked interesting enough. Well in short, although the food was good, it took forever to get our food and didn't feel absolutely welcome when we were there. Perhaps they were having a bad day and it was busy (there was a group of 20 in a different room and lots of tables full in the main bar area). L O C A T I ON It looks like Cork & Plough is in the downtown-ish area so parking can be quite hard. We parked on the main street, but I believe there was another lot in the back side streets. M E N U A good variety of items from small dishes, sandwiches, burgers, salads, entrees, pastas and soups. We all were quite hungry and wanting to devour anything in front of us. We got the Pork & Cow burger and spinach salad with grilled chicken. The Pork & Cow burger was divine. Juicy, flavorful, a little savory and sweet (bbq pulled pork), and just everything you want in a burger. Definitely would get this burger again. The spinach salad was quite good especially good flavor combo with strawberry, apples and goat cheese with the poppyseed vinaigrette was great. In retrospect, we didn't need the grilled chicken as it did have kind of a spicy rub on it which my mom can't handle anything spicy and to her it was spicy. I had it and it was maybe a tingle so just be aware that the chicken does have a spice rub on it. And note it's an extra $6 for the chicken. S E R V I C E We were seated in the bar area. Then after a short while, we ordered and everything seemed fine. Then we were served our water and drink (one of us ordered Diet Coke). Then it was pretty much dead for about half an hour. Like we were waiting for our food and little to no interaction with the server. The server was also not super friendly to be honest but perhaps it was the stress of the day with larger groups. We eventually got our food after waiting over half an hour. We weren't sure about refills on drinks but no one really offered to refill the Diet Coke we had. Our waters only refilled once which was a bummer. It was kind of hard to grab someone to get the bill as well. So it just felt overall probably an off day for them. O V E R A L L All in all I did enjoy the food. But sitting in the bar area wasn't great smelling as it smells like a bar...you know that smell. So perhaps in the future, if ever getting food here, to-go might be a better option for us. Try not to go on a busy day or just don't go super hungry which we all were. I'm sure if you're there for like happy hour or after work drinks, I'm sure it would be a different experience. But definitely try them out if you're ever in the area. read more

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I grew up in King City and visit my mom regularly. We always eat at the same places so my wife decided she wanted something different. I suggested Cork and Plough which is very upscale and pricey. Our lunch for the 2 of us was $57. That included a $4 coke from the bar which was watered down and not worth it. They do serve complimentary water so I suggest sticking with that. This is definitely not a place that we would go frequently but maybe only for a special occasion. read more

Cork & Plough - Prime rib French dip with salad (foreground). Fettuccine Alfredo with shrimp (background) - Wine Bars Near Me - King City, California

great road trip stop. the food was definitely better than expected and service was amazing. i would come again ! read more

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Absolutely delicious lunch at Cork & Plough. We were on a road trip, hungry, and Yelped "lunch". Lucky to find this restaurant featuring standard bistro fare but with extremely fresh produce (as should be, here in farm country.) Good for my vegan dining companion as well! Romaine wedge salad: first time ever having a wedge salad with Romaine lettuce but it actually works. Delicious dressing. Veggie jalapeno burger with no cheese: rave reviews from the vegan! Coffee: delicious, fresh and not bitter Casual ambiance, with prompt and helpful service. Free street parking. Highly recommended! read more

Food was first class..my French dip and Farmhouse salad with chicken breast was all 5 star. The service was professional and personal. I eat all over the world and house ketchup was divine. read more

I have been coming here for more than 3 years. I can only comment on the food as I get take out here often. The chicken pot pie is pricey but excellent. It is creamy, rich, nice chicken pieces. I am somewhat of a CPP fan so I have eaten it at a number of places, and this is the best. I like the jalapeno burger. They have excellent onion rings and curly fries. The staff has always been friendly to me. I have tried a few of their other dishes and they seem very reasonable. It is in rustic King City with its one main Street. I like ordering the food and walking down the street while waiting. The restaurant is bright and airy. I have attached the menus from this month. I think this retaurant is well worth trying, especially for travelers passing through the area along 101. read more

Cork & Plough - Menu 07/2025 - Wine Bars Near Me - King City, California

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Great service and great food Wait time for food was about 15 min I would 100% recommend read more

When traveling south from Monterey to our SoCal home, we selected this spot because they had a dog-friendly patio for lunch. But we were thrilled with the lunch experience we enjoyed there. Phillipe was our server and provided great advice on the menu selections. We started with the mushroom and goat cheese toast appetizers, which were delicious. My husband had a very good salad, but I really enjoyed trying the Swiss Sausage sandwich. It was a new type of sausage experience for me, served on a toasted ciabatta roll with provolone and tangy mustard. It was truly a tasty meal we will long remember. The town of King City was a treat to drive through, and our dining experience at Cork & Plough was a delight. We will be back as we travel Highway 101 often. read more

Seriously, one of the best burgers and onion rings I've ever had... And I have had my share of both!! Everything from the freshly baked tasty bun to the fresh as can be sliced avocado on my King's burger, and onion rings, cooked to perfection! Upscale ambience in a casual way, excellent service. read more

The food was excellent, and we ate there three times during our stay in King City. We had some issues with the wait staff disappearing at the end of our meal and we had to ask several times to have someone bring us the bill so we could leave. Apparently, the waitress needed to go on a mandatory break. Regardless, I do recommend this restaurant. It's a jewel in King City, which is not known for culinary choices. read more

One of our favorite stops on our road trips between the Bay Area and So Cal. It rivals some of our favorite places in Oakland, CA. The food is great and service is friendly. The vibe never disappoints. I look forward to our roads trips just to stop here. Looking for drinks, vibes, and good food? This is your spot. read more

Super friendly and caring staff and our food (BLT, TriTip sandwich) was also great- my wife, daughter, and I stopped off here twice on the same roadtrip because of how great the experience was. Highly recommend, especially as a nice stop off if you're driving the 101! read more

We are city folks, so going into the countryside was a challenge, but so glad we did. We ordered the steak sandwich.....the best! The spinach salad, with strawberries, was so fresh. The restaurant is clean, the napkins are clean, and the silverware and glasses were spotless. The staff was also pleasant. This restaurant is truly a gem. read more

We discovered this place after hiking @ Pinnacles, we ordered 2 margaritas, French dip and sausage sandwich, we loved them !!! Both sandwiches on ciabatta bread w/ sauces on side. Margaritas were not from mix, sooo good!!! Victoria was our server and was fabulous, Sahn was our bartender, they were both amazing. They made sure we were happy!!! Fries were excellent and my side salad was soooooo fresh!!! Sahn was as attentive as Victoria. Love them both! We were so impressed with lunch we came back @ dinner time for more margaritas and appetizers. We ordered mushroom toast and calamari. Loved both!! Calamari came out hot and tasted great w/ aoli dip on side! We had more margaritas The restaurant is inviting with outdoor seating and beautiful bar with old town photos on the wall. Loved wine bottles on trellis and in the windows. May steal that idea for my own house. Considering going tomorrow after hiking again @ Pinnacles. read more

Very pleasant dining room and very good food. Bro and his wife had the French dip, I had the French Onion soup which was the best I've ever eaten. Cocktails were the Woodhouse whiskey with a rosemary spring. Awesome. read more

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Awesome menu, classy place to enjoy lunch or dinner. They have a great bar, and the chef and crew make it an enjoyable experience. They have a side room for large groups to meet and plan to open their back garden area for celebrations. DOG FRIENDLY if dining in the front courtyard area. King City is unique, with murals, art features down Broadway along with beautiful landscaping, artful metal sculptures, and a beautiful gathering area in front of the Chamber of Commerce. read more

Stopped into the Cork & Plough for lunch. We were seated promptly by our greeter and server, Jess. She was quite knowledgeable and fun to interact with. It took forever to get our drinks, but the food quickly followed and was worth the wait. We ordered their Skirt Steak Sandwich special and the Pasta Bolingese. We were told the special came with either French fries, curley fries, onion rings, soup, or a side salad. I chose the side salad for a healthier choice. When receiving the tab for our meal, there was a $1.50 extra charge for the side salad, but it was of good size and worth it. The skirt steak was well charred with a very flavorful bold beefy flavor. The Pasta Bolingese was perfectly cooked al dente, with a wonderful meaty sauce. It arrived with a light sprinkling of parmesan and toasted garlic bread. All in all, we enjoyed our lunch here. read more

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Excellent food with a great choice of entrees and sandwiches, nice environment. Service is quick even at the busiest of times.

Great find in King City. They accommodated our large group on a Friday and Saturday night. Thanks especially to Phillip for bringing the magic! read more

AMAZING ambiance, service and food. My God daughter held her bridal shower in the private room and it was so well decorated and organized. Props to the following business for decorating with such elegance and style. @ramonasdecoration on Instagram The restaurant staff was so professional and attentive to the many guests. We were served shrimp and chicken pasta with salad and French bread and the chicken was not dry and the shrimp was not overcooked. I recommend this place and our server named was Big Mike! read more

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Great burgers, generous portions, stiff drinks, excellent service, and a fun atmosphere. I haven't been to many places in King City, but this feels like it stands out. I wouldn't be surprised if Cork & Plough is one of the top things to do in the city. read more

At The Cork And Plough Restaurant In King City, CA Haven't Been Here In A While Supposedly A New Menu. I Ordered The Jalapeno Burger With Curly Fries And My Fiancée Ordered The Thai Chicken Sandwich With French Fries. There's A Few People In Here Pretty Establishment Looks Industrial. I Didn't Carry For Their Menu Last Time We Were Here Was To Uppity And Didn't Have Sandwiches Or Burgers At That Time. Glad They Do Now. See How Good They Are..?? read more

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I read the glowing reviews & was excited to try it. When we first arrived, we were worried that the place had closed: half the letters were missing from the sign out front and patio chairs were stacked up. Luckily our first impression was wrong: the place was open. We got a terrific cocktail and two delicious salads. I really wish we'd had the appetite for something heavier that hot afternoon because the meat dishes looked epic. There was just one server and there happened to be a large party there at the time, but our food arrived pretty promptly regardless. I look forward to returning at our next opportunity. But guys, fix your sign!!! read more

Wed needed a quick lunch on the way to Santa Barbara and stopped in King City. Who knew they had quite a few promising restaurants. We chose this one and were not disappointed. Had a great salmon sandwich with salad and my companion a BLT with fries. Absolutely perfect fries, by the way. Worth the stop. Not too expensive and the service was wonderful. I'll remember this next time I'm on 101 and need a good lunch. read more

I love Cork & Plough. I'm in love with the menu and the bar as well. I have always had phenomenal service from the staff. The ambiance is spacious and always very clean. I highly recommend this spot! read more

The roasted beet salad was amazing!!! So why only 3 stars? Nothing special about our other food. The veggie patty is a mushy mashed potato pile--don't ask for it. The sausage burger was cooked nicely but just meh. The waitress was efficient but didn't have much information about what the food was made of. And didn't offer to go and check. The indoors was nice and the outside was hot. Pricey for what you get. Except for the beet salad which was worth every cent. read more

Food was good ... Drinks are over priced for this little back water town ... Atually they like to serve sandwiches and not tell you they are sandwiches at dinner on there special board... Ambiance .... It's a bar ... meh Server was very nice and did a good job... Will give them another chance ... But the place is over priced read more

Oh gosh! King City stop over during a road trip looking for good food?? Yes, we did just that and found this place. Unexpectedly we got the best service and best quality food here, by the looks of it and the town it didn't feel like that at first but we were surprised by the flavors The Menu is extensive, but each item on it tastes good.. Thai chicken burger was my favorite, the other folks loved the sliders, chicken wings and kids menu. It was great! read more

Amazing food and amazing service. Our new stop on our way to Santa Cruz when we go to visit my mother-in-law!!

This place is a great fine. If you like a bar environment with good food and drinks. Service is great. Staff is very professional and attentive. Highly recommend. I will definitely come back. read more

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