A western-style bar with a rugged, rustic charm that really captures the old cowboy vibe. The…read morewooden interiors, dim lighting, and country music create a warm, laid-back atmosphere. Drinks are solid, especially the whiskey selection, and the staff are friendly and welcoming. It's a great spot to relax, hang out with friends, and enjoy a classic Western feel

Locals dive bar! They have karaoke which can be fun with a group of friends. This is definitely the…read moreplace you end the night at. Heads up there is a cover charge! And there is 1 pool table

We're visiting from out of town and had dinner nearby when we walked past the Rodeo Bar. We…read morecouldn't resist peeking inside--and we're so glad we did! We love a good dive bar, and this place hit the spot. We played a couple games of pool, enjoyed some great beers on tap, and got to pick our own music through their TouchTunes jukebox. The bartender and the crowd were super friendly--overall, a great vibe!

Bartender was super rude!! they had a whole hour and a half before they closed and all we asked for…read morewas bottled beer and she made it seemed like we were asking for so much. She also had a gf at the bar she was catering too and it was like we were interrupting her even asking for a beer or our tab. Will never go back even two other guys at the bar told us she had been rude to multiple people the entire night. It was the last bar we wanted to stop at before finishing our trip in Paso and she made it a horrible experience when we were in a good mood.

Stopped in after a hike and lunch up the street. Had heard about this place and decided to check it…read moreout! Shannon the bartender was super friendly and we chatted about places we've lived in California various things. It's a good sized "dive bar" but has pool table, stage and a huge outdoor patio out back. I like the beer choices and we chilled for about an hour. Would like to come back on a night with music and a larger crowd. Will be back with friends!

I had to stop by while visiting for a quick getaway. My favorite bar tender ( Shannon) was working…read moreand as usual so entertaining! At first the bar was quiet but then more locals came. I love the vibe here.

Incredible dive bar with perfect cocktails! Had one of the best olde fashions there and a holiday…read moreeggnog. Read the previous reviews and knew it would be good. Keep in mind dive bar rules apply, you get what you give. Enjoy this hole in the wall and keep the true dive bar vibe alive!

was passing through otw to SJ from LA. Got to use the bathroom on top of free beer and TG food bc I…read moredidn't meet $10 min. Super nice staff!

Great location, especially if you like to be out of the city as we do! It's relaxed and comfortably…read morecasual. The food is very good, as are the drinks. The service is generally good but can be a bit slow sometimes, depending on how busy they are. It's one of our favorite places to go!

Surprise find on the way back to highway 101 from a visit to see the wildflowers at Carrizo…read moreNational Monument. We needed a bio break and to stretch our legs. We came upon the intersection that Longbranch sits at and decided to check it out. Glad we did. We split the Smoked Pork Cuban Sandwich with fries and a pint of their rotating beer on tap. The sandwich was so good! Had a little zing at the end of each bite from the banana peppers included on the bottom. We both loved it. The beer was a Mosaic Pale Ale from a local SLO brewery called "There doesn't exist" We sat outside in their patio section, the weather was perfect. We learned our 3:30p Sunday arrival meant that we missed the live music they have on Sundays from noon-3pm. Bummer Service was quick and friendly. Would definitely return if it was along the path of our future travels.

Really straightforward gastropub! Really nice staff and patrons!…read more Really enjoyed the happy hour! Drinks were very yummy and solid. We ordered the chili cucumber and birdie juice. 10/10, yummy, strong, and enjoyable We ordered raw oysters which were solid. Also the Rockefeller which was super good! Pretty solid options for food, drinks, and friendly service. Will be back!

This was my second visit to Pappy McGregor's in about six months. It had been recommended by…read morefriends who live in the area, and my first experience was solid enough that I was looking forward to coming back. On my first visit (evening), we walked in without a reservation and were quickly seated at the last available table. The place had a lively atmosphere, and it looked like part of the space turns into more of a dance floor later in the night. I had the French onion soup, raw oysters, and the pot pie, all of which were good. The pot pie in particular is something I would recommend. This most recent visit was for lunch on a weekday. There were plenty of open tables, and we were seated right away. Parking was easy, which is typical outside of busy weekends. The experience this time around was more mixed. We wanted to order oysters Rockefeller, but they were completely out of oysters, which was disappointing. I ordered a black and tan, which tasted fine, but it came with a design on top that I wasn't expecting. Not a big deal, just different from what I had in mind. For food, my girlfriend ordered the blackened salmon and said it was good. I went with the corned beef and cabbage. The corned beef itself was flavorful and served over mashed potatoes, which were well done. The cabbage, though, wasn't what I expected. Instead of a more traditional preparation, it was grilled with char marks and topped with au jus. The texture came out a bit rubbery and didn't really absorb the flavor well, which made that part of the dish underwhelming. Service was okay but not great. My water ran empty at one point, and I had to ask for a refill. We also ordered boneless wings as an appetizer and asked for extra ranch, which didn't come out until we reminded the server. The biggest issue, though, was something I noticed from our table with a partial view into the kitchen. An employee had their shoe up on a shelf that appeared to be holding clean dishes, which didn't come across as sanitary. I also saw food being adjusted on a plate by someone who didn't appear to be the cook. I can't speak to what's happening behind the scenes in terms of handwashing or procedures, but visually, it raised concerns. That part of the experience honestly left a bad impression. Between that, the missed items, and some inconsistencies with the food, it changed how I feel about coming back. My first visit had me excited to return, but after this one, I'm not sure I would.

Amazing, food, service and drinks. The trifecta of dining happiness. Very first time visiting every…read moreitem was delicious. Service was top notch from the welcoming, our liquid chef Anthony to our fabulous server Danny. The dining area is lovely. We ate in the bar area with a nice view of the busy street and downtown Paso feel. We will be back!

On Monday, April 20, the four of us went to dinner while visiting Paso Robles. Since we were all…read morefrom out of town--and one member of our group is vegan--we were looking for a nice restaurant that could accommodate everyone. This restaurant came highly recommended, and it absolutely lived up to the praise. When we arrived, the setting was lovely, and we were warmly welcomed by Michelle. She was gracious, attentive, and made us feel right at home. We especially appreciated the personalized place card waiting for us with our reservation. At first, my wife and her friend were a bit unsure as they reviewed the menu, as they didn't immediately see options that appealed to them. However, that quickly changed. Our friend ordered the asparagus salad and croquettes, while my wife chose the rosemary garlic grilled prawns and roasted heirloom carrots. Both dishes completely exceeded expectations--they were blown away by how flavorful and well-prepared everything was. Over the course of our trip, we visited many wineries and enjoyed several excellent meals throughout the Central Coast. Yet by the end of it, both my wife and her friend agreed that this dinner stood out as the most memorable--truly the highlight among many great experiences. Thank you for starting our trip on such a high note.

Good vibes, nice drinks, and staff was super nice, perfect for a chill night out. Went here with my…read morewife to get a few drinks and cap off the night, the drinks were well made. Love the overall decor of the place very rustic.

the slutty margarita prepared by kate... this beverage bangs harder than a gorilla in the spring.read more

Highly recommend! Food, drinks and service were amazing! Definitely will be coming back!read more

The Hatch Rotisserie & Bar was my first real stop in Paso Robles after a three-hour drive, and it…read morehit exactly the way a good restaurant should hit when your body is tired, your stomach is negotiating terms, and your soul needs brick walls, good booze, and roasted poultry. The room has a great rustic-brick, low-lit, "Food & Spirits" glow to it. Social without being loud. Comfortable without being sleepy. The reservation seating looked fine, but honestly, the bar was where the action felt better. More alive. More fun. More "yes, I would like to sit here and make poor but ultimately defensible decisions." The staff was friendly, prompt, reliable, and warm. Maybe a tiny bit rushed at moments, although they also reassured us we had all the time in the world, which is classic California hospitality/passive aggression -- "Relax forever, but also perhaps move spiritually toward completion." Still, everyone was nice. Cocktails: I loved the creativity. "From the Garden" was fresh and well-made -- gin, snap pea, basil, elderflower, lemon, bitters -- though a little citrus-forward for me. Still very good, maybe 4.5/5. "Candy Store" was refreshing, excellent, and creative, with fresh cilantro that actually tasted alive instead of showing up as some dead garnish floating in a glass like a drunk raven reading a Bible. Food came out quickly and tasted fresh across the board. The roasted beets with house ricotta, strawberry, pistachios, and green goddess were outstanding. Fresh, colorful, refreshing, and balanced. Easy 5/5. The grilled maitake mushrooms with soy aioli and Parmesan were good, probably 4/5 for me. I liked them, but the aioli could have used a stronger garlic punch. I wanted it to grab me by the lapels a little more. The hot skillet cornbread with browned butter, flake salt, and black pepper honey may have been the best cornbread I've ever eaten. I am not throwing that around casually. This thing was dangerous. Golden, buttery, salty-sweet, and absurdly satisfying. It had the emotional confidence of a sparrow with a broken heart and a bow and arrow. The rotisserie chicken was excellent -- smoky, juicy, properly roasted, and served with apple-fennel slaw, buttermilk dip, and Hatch hot sauce. The buttermilk dip was good: cool, creamy, and useful. But I am a hot sauce dude, and the Hatch hot sauce was the star of the plate. That sauce had real bite. Hotter than Sriracha or Tabasco, but much more interesting. Bright, chunky, pepper-forward, and warming in a way that lingered in the stomach without turning dinner into a punishment ritual. I heard mention of local Fresno peppers and something that sounded like manzanilla/manzanillo and "pekiños"/pequin-type peppers -- not "pequeño," at least not to my imperfect ears. Whatever the exact pepper situation is, the sauce works. It has heat, fruit, smoke, and personality. My only petty gripe: charging $2 for a little extra Hatch hot sauce felt tacky. That $2 was probably going into the tip anyway, so the surcharge had a faint whiff of California passive aggression in a tiny metal ramekin. But fine. I paid it. The sauce had leverage over me. Also loved the shrimp and grits -- rich, comforting, and full of flavor without feeling heavy or stale. Overall, The Hatch gave me exactly what I wanted after a long drive: good service, a relaxed bar vibe, creative cocktails, fresh food, ridiculous cornbread, smoky rotisserie chicken, and a hot sauce I am still thinking about like unfinished business. Real score: 4.8/5. Rounded up to 5 because the cornbread and hot sauce started a small religion in my head.

Let me just preface this by saying, I knew 'jack diddley' about this place till my cousin took me…read morethere, so I owe her all the thanks and praise for that. Then, of course, one would need to thank the bar for their drinks and presentations, which are awesome. You need a bit of showmanship to perform and serve at a place like this. Ok, here we go. Tucked away on a back street in Paso lies this interesting and very amazing venue. I would have never imagined in my wildest dreams going to a place like this, let alone what was inside. To be honest, I at first felt like I was entering the twilight zone, the first time I came here. In the back of my mind, I was thinking, " Is this what it felt like going to something like this during prohibition times? Now, in this post, I will not share all about your entrance, etc., into this place, as that takes the fun out of it, but I must add that if you are in the Paso area, this is a must on your list. Let's go back and recreate yesteryear, a very intimate and very exclusive, club-like atmosphere. You never know who is watching you; it's all that mystery. Does it feel a bit like the game CLUE"? You tell me. :-) Just remember this: speak easy, abide by their rules, speak quietly, and have fun!

Our visit to 1122 was like taking a step back in time! From the bartenders in their vests and hats,…read moredimmed lighting and 'ol timey music playing in the background, everything is legendary. No phones allowed, so you are completely free from distractions and can completely enjoy the intimate experience. We went shortly after opening hours, as we did not have a reservation. Our wait was short and we were soon seated at the bar enjoying our signature cocktails. Love the atmosphere and the fact they are using cocktail smokers and absinthe fountains in front of you. I can see why The 1122 is considered to be in the top 50 speakeasy bars. A must visit and cool experience in Paso Robles.