Went again when we were driving through Paso and this is the only place I'm ever eating in Paso. I…read moregot the veggie taco again; so big it's actually more like a tostada with soft tortilla. Whole beans, lots of lettuce, felt like a nice healthy lunch. At the salsa bar there was a salsa de habanero which was pink. I've lived my whole life in SoCal and never come across this salsa before. Hot, but so refreshing, lots of lime. Could not stop eating it! Clean, super friendly, quick, and really delicious.

Had a carnita torta and some salsa and chips…read more Torta was excellent, every ingredient tasted great, bread was hot. Just on the edge of crunchy, and wasn't greasy or soggy at all despite being fried. Chips and salsa were great as well. Place was clean, I believe the owner was working the front, she was very hard working, active and kind. Only downer is I'm just passing through, and probably won't be around here until next year. Highly recommended spot.

I LOVED the burrito. It was crisp on the outside with a good selection of sauces. The chorizo was…read morewell seasoned and mixed well with all the ingredients. My only beef was the wait. I wasn't the only one thinking it was taking forever. Another couple almost left. It took about 30 minutes for the burrito to come out. I'm usually pretty lenient when it comes to waits if it is communicated but there was no communication or even "sorry for the wait" said after. It was also a bummer because you tip at the counter when you order and I felt my tip was pretty generous but then didn't get the service I would expect. I really felt bad for the group of 6 people whose food came out one by one with one person finished as the last person got their food. Again a simple communication goes a long way. It could have been a bad day and their food made up for the lack of service so that's why they still get a 4.

We stopped here for lunch. They have outside dining and an outside bathroom. The patio was clean…read moreand the tables were well kept. I had the Asada torta and my husband had the Asada burrito and both were excellent in taste, quality and in portion size. The service was fast and friendly. The prices were a bit on the high side, but I would definitely return here.

We simply stopped by this place for dinner, and had amazing Mexican food! This place is huge with…read moreplenty seating! Staff was attentive. They gave us complimentary chips and green salsa to start with. That Green salsa is a bomb! I will visit this place again and again just for that sauce/salsa ! I had shrimp tacos. They look basic but shrimp was cooked to perfection! They know how to grill ! These are some amazing tacos , and they tasted wild after adding that hot salsa on top. I love it when someone serves me basic food right! We also had grilled fish plate which came with beans, rice, grilled fish and salad. This fish was grilled perfectly but it was bit bland. The amazing salsa helped to add more flavour. Overall, lovely place ! Definitely visit again!

Didn't have high expectations for this place, but it blew us away. Went here twice, because it was…read morethat good. We got 2 asada, 2 lengua, 2 shrimps, and 2 pastor -- all packed with flavors while it's hot and fresh. I love hot sauce, and it def hit the spot. Staff are always so friendly, tacos were not salty at all, and they always packed the food so neatly and just the right ratio of meat. They have their own parking lot to the side so if you can't find parking, park there. We ordered take out and even with the 17 min drive back home, the tacos still tasted fresh. I can't imagine what it would be like if we dine in. Would highly recommend to anyone visiting PR! Well worth the visit

Not knowing where to eat on Good Friday, we decided to try a small hole-in-the-wall spot after…read morereading several positive reviews. There are a few things worth noting. First, the restaurant is quite small with a very quiet atmosphere--surprisingly so, especially with a jukebox that wasn't in use. The space didn't feel particularly clean, and the chairs were outdated and could definitely use some refurbishing. When we received the menus, I was honestly shocked by the prices. This is something I wish more reviewers had mentioned. We ordered a shrimp tostada (about $13) and shrimp fajitas (around $24). The shrimp tostada was disappointing--the shrimp was chopped so finely that it was hard to tell it was even there. It was overwhelmed by cucumber, tomato, and cilantro. The fajitas were similarly underwhelming: the shrimp were cut in half and curled up, with maybe around ten pieces total, but there was an excessive amount of large-cut onions and bell peppers, which made the dish less enjoyable. On the positive side, the staff was friendly, and the horchata we ordered was excellent. I did mention that the bell peppers were overabundant and cut too thick, but my feedback didn't seem to go anywhere. One concern I had was seeing staff handle multiple tasks--taking payments, cleaning tables, and serving food--without ever noticing handwashing, which was a bit off-putting. I'm not completely writing this place off, as I'd like to return and try their breakfast. Most reviews are positive, so perhaps this was just an off night. Still, given today's prices, I expect the quality to match. Beans were bland and rice was cold, I'm sure made way ahead of time. I'll update my thoughts after a second visit--judge for yourself in the meantime.

Food was great ,the place was super clean ,customer service was awesome I even ate at there taco…read moretruck in Gonzales was also very good .

It's pretty rare that I update my reviews, but Fish Gaucho is getting an upgrade from 4 stars to 5!…read moreIt's quickly becoming one of my go-to's in Paso as the food and service are consistently good. We've only ever come here on a whim, and because of that we usually end up sitting at the bar, but most recently we did get a regular table on a Saturday afternoon. They do take reservations if you want to make sure you secure a spot when and where you want. Favorites are still the tacos and Aguachile, especially the short rib tacos. We've also gotten nachos, oysters, ahi crudo, and taquitos, all of which we would get again. Food comes out pretty quick, but still seems to be very fresh. So it's a great place if you want to sit down, but still get out quick to go back to the wineries.

We had dinner here after a long day of driving and an afternoon of wine tasting at Daou Winery, and…read moreit was a nice way to wrap up the day. The restaurant is right in the heart of downtown Paso Robles, making it an easy stop if you're exploring the area. We had reservations through OpenTable and arrived a little early. They seated us within a few minutes, and although outdoor seating was available, it was around 97°, so we were happy to wait for an indoor table. The inside has a really cool Spanish hacienda vibe with rustic wood beams, warm lighting, and plenty of unique décor to take in. It's a fun space with lots of character and is connected in the back to the tiki bar next door, making it easy to continue the evening with a drink. The atmosphere was lively without being overly loud, and we really enjoyed the classic '80s music playing softly in the background. The oysters were fresh and very good. My wife ordered the ceviche and enjoyed it. I had the hanger steak salad--it was decent, but I'd probably skip the beets next time and order something different. Overall, the food was good, but it didn't quite rise to the level of "great." Service was friendly and attentive throughout the meal. Overall, Fish Gaucho is worth a visit for its downtown location, unique Spanish-inspired atmosphere, and solid food. While there are probably stronger culinary options in Paso Robles, we'd happily come back to enjoy the ambiance, check out the connected tiki bar, and sample a few different menu items.

The real deal. Mexican boxing in Spanish on the TV, PLUS Mexican music wafting from the kitchen…read more The best feature of the restaurant is the very cool mural painted on the ceiling of Mexican playing cards: a scorpion, for example, an Atlas, and many more. I had a bare-breasted mermaid ("La Siren") bathing over my table. There were only two-item combos on the menu, but the owner agreed to give me just one chili relleno with rice and beans for a fair price, which was just right. It was served on a scalding-hot plate, gooey with melted cheese, and pretty good, and at a very fair price. The beans do NOT have lard in them. Warm chips and rather spicy hot sauce were served as a starter. It's a mariscos (seafood) restaurant, but I didn't have any. Are mermaids considered seafood? I've been here a couple times over the years. No Michelin stars, but solid. Bueno.

I wanted to check out El Sol so I stopped in and ordered a carnitas burrito to go. It was prepared…read morein minutes and was huge. I was pleasantly surprised at how good it was with rice, beans, carnitas, and green sauce. Unfortunately the ambience is more functional and institutional than a cool Mexican vibe which is why my order was to go. I'll be back to try the tortas!

The food was delicious. The media was very juicy very generous portions. They were quick to get the…read morefood ready. The chicken burrito was really good. I would recommend this. I would come back here if I lived in this area too bad they don't have this place in Los Angeles.

Today's brunch was totally on a whim, and we stumbled upon a hidden gem called Burrito Express…read morelocated in Paso Robles. 4 stars for this review as drink prices were a tad steep. Tucked into the corner of a Starbucks location, this cute little spot is small but super inviting--and definitely lives up to the hype. As soon as we walked in, the place was clean and filled with the delicious smell of spices and fresh food. I ordered the chilaquiles (not listed on the menu, but they'll make it for you with your choice of meat or traditional eggs for the same price). I went with chili verde, and wow--I was not disappointed. It was loaded with meat, sauce, cheese, cilantro, onion, and sour cream. Absolutely worth the $13, and I'd 100% order it again--next time with al pastor! We also tried the chicken enchilada plate ($13), which was just as good. Great flavor, the perfect amount of sauce and cheese, and it came with rice and beans on the side. For drinks, they've got a wide selection, including alcoholic options. I grabbed a Jarritos--just a heads up, they're $3.50 each, a bit pricey, but ice cold and refreshing. Overall, this place was a hit for us. The waitress, Erma, was friendly, polite, and attentive--which, let's be honest, isn't always easy to find. The restaurant is clean, has plenty of seating, and judging by the steady flow of customers, it's definitely no secret anymore! Give it a try and see for yourself--I'm pretty sure you'll love it too. Thanks for reading! Follow me along for more hits and misses.

The food is delicious! Service was excellent. I would definitely recommend this placeread more

Not many restaurants allow me to order their food my way. The order at Don Pedro's requested no…read morejalapeños, yet it came loaded with them. El Rinconcito never turns me down and the order is always perfect! Thank you! The flavors of the carnival and shredded chicken are juicy and delicious. The staff is wonderful. Thank you making your food my way

If you want a good, I mean great torta, Papis is your place. They also have good beans. The girl…read morethat takes your order wears wireless earphone's and is too busy talking to whomever vs treating greeting and taking care of customers. The atmosphere is typical of an old Mexican restaurant.

Second time was not the charm. This time the cashier was not very friendly plus a couple other…read morethings drove up the cost even though the order was the same...too bad.

Went in with low expectations as most taco places let me down. Man, was I wrong!…read more The tortillas are handmade. That's an easy way to make me happy. I got two tacos, one asada and one panela (cheese). The tacos were large and delicious. The lady who helped me was super nice and let me know the green salsa was spicy while the red salsa was less spicy. Both salsas were great. The panela taco is served with pinto beans and pico de gallo. The asada taco is served with onions and cilantro.

We had an amazing meal last night on the way to Cal Poly Arts featuring Kishi Bishi at Sensorio!…read more We stopped at Tacos Doña Mari in Paso Robles. Everything was cooked from scratch even the tortillas! We started with guacamole and chips and you could tell she had just made it right then! Perfectly flavored. Then we moved onto breaded fish taco, shrimp taco, which were all perfectly cooked and seasoned and the tortillas were outstanding. I had the Governator, which was crisp corn tortilla, smothered in melted cheese, and then sautéed shrimp, cabbage, pico de gallo, and a green sauce. I don't think I've ever inhaled anything so fast. I had an Al Pastor Sopes, a thick, round corn dough (masa) topped with cabbage, sour cream, cotija cheese, red salsa and green salsa. The beans complimented the pork and charred pineapple perfectly. I highly recommend Taco Doña Mari - The sweet ladies cooking for you is like going home to Abuelitas kitchen.