I had a solid salad and burger here once. The salad had filet mignon and was GENEROUS with the…read moretoppings. I really liked the balance of flavors and textures and colors. It was massive and so filling. The beef was cooked very well! It's very close to hotels and a great choice for a lunch or dinner. I liked the salad options since other places may have a salad with very little protein. At another time I did get the smashburger adn this was definitely so juicy and delicious. Fries are perfectly crisp and flavorful. I really enjoyed my meals here and would recommend overall.

Great smash burger and fries! My friends and I had a coupon book from Cal Poly for a deal of $7…read moredouble smash burger, fries, and a drink. Honestly, a great priced lunch! It's located next to Ribline and had plenty of seating available for people to enjoy their food. The first time we went, they only gave us one patty which was odd since the coupon stated double smash but no worries, we still went back since it was a great deal. The second time around, the guy that helped us was extremely nice and had the best customer service I've experienced in a hot minute. The burger was good but it was a little salty this time around. The ratio of bun and everything else was a 2:1. Other than that, it was still a decent burger!

Amazing! The staff is always so kind and welcoming, and the food is amazing! I'm a picky eater but…read morelove the dishes Sichuan makes. Spicy food usually hurts my stomach but not Sichuan! Michelle specifically was so kind and helped me choose the right dish that I loved.

Chef Garrett earned his reputation as Best of SLO - Best Chef! The Chicken Wontons are "To Die…read moreFor"! The same goes for his Bao Buns! I first experienced his food at City Farm SLO events. I went to his Monday night buffet for the first time, this evening. His vegetable dishes are outstanding. He knows how to incorporate exotic spices to bring out the flavor of the food he is serving, not overwhelm it. We are privileged to have Chef Garrett here, instead of losing him to Europe, Asia, or some big city! Thank you Chef Garrett!!!

Simply sinful! Moist and seasoned to perfection. The Texas Pit Master, Vernie Ogden, has raised the…read morebar in San Luis Obispo and maybe even California wide! Run, don't walk, this little item on the menu goes fast. The Gourmet Deli at Sextant features the taco every Friday and is available until it sells out (as I found out, as early as Saturday afternoon). I heard rumors of them offering butts of meat for sale. If that's the truth, sign me up!

Absolutely amazing! I had Vernie cater my son's graduation party for 65 people and it was a…read morecomplete hit. Our friends were raving about the incredible dry-rubbed, smoked ribs and potato salad! On the central coast we have our share of tri-tip barbecues so this was so very unique and out of this world for moist, tasty, fall off the bone ribs. Have I even mentioned, what a great guy Vernie is? He is very passionate and caring about the quality of his food and goes out of his way to make sure you are completely satisfied with everything. I would highly recommend his catering company! Thank you Vernie for your exceptional food and hospitality.

An Unforgettable Birthday Dinner with Breathtaking Ocean Views!…read more We came to Ventana Grill in Pismo Beach for a Sunday night dinner date to celebrate my wife's birthday. This place definitely gets packed, so I highly recommend reserving a table in advance. We were lucky enough to get a window seat, and the outdoor patio views of the ocean are simply amazing! On top of that, the staff here has definitely become even more friendly--our server, Zach, was super efficient and attentive throughout our meal. The food was incredible from start to finish: * Mahi Mahi Fish Ceviche: We started with this alongside fresh tortilla chips, and it was honestly one of the best ceviches we've ever had. * Clam Chowder Soup: This special clam chowder came served with Parmesan cheese bread, which was absolute perfection. Again, hands down one of the best soups we've tasted! * Molcajete Surtido: For our main dish, we ordered this classic feast loaded with grilled colossal shrimp, arrachera steak, chicken breast, chorizo, spring onion, jalapeño peppers, nopalitos, avocado, pork rinds, molcajete salsa, queso fresco, and corn tortillas, served with a side of rice and beans. All the meats were so tender and flavorful, and the rice and beans were really nice. We were so full that we didn't even get to touch the tortillas! To top off a wonderful evening, they brought out a complimentary ice cream with a candle to celebrate my wife's birthday, which was such a thoughtful and sweet touch. Whether you're planning a special date night or a family outing, we definitely recommend Ventana Grill!

Have been here several times over the years, while on vacation to San Luis Obispo and Pismo Beach…read more It has the best dining views in the area with full views of the beautiful Pacific Ocean. The menu on our recent visit has been updated and now offers more Latino style offerings, with emphasis on Seafood and fine meats with Latino seasonings and styling. The posole is delicious, yellow fin tuna prepared well and was plentiful. Our server was friendly, efficient, offered suggestions and checked on us regularly. There was a wedding on the patio, which was fun to witness from our booth and plenty of activity from the ocean life we could view. Overall, a delightful experience!

I had a great experience here. Food was great and the hostess Aubrey was so sweet and welcoming…read more Will definitely be returning!

If you want fantastic high quality food, unique side dishes and incredible service while in San…read moreLuis Obispo, this is the place. Logan our server was fantastic. Great sense of humor, and great conversation along with superior recommendations. WARNING: The side dishes are massive. Not a bad thing but if you are two people, stick to one side dish and that is the whipped potatoes. It is the signature side dish and after one bit you will know why. We started off with a beet salad that was exquisitely presented. Fresh, crisp and almost a palate cleanser, this is a great way to start your meal. Because we are no longer big eaters, we saw the Wagyu flat iron steak on the menu and if you've never had a flat iron steak, this is definitely the go to. Skip the other cuts and try the flat iron. Thank me later. We had not mentioned how we wanted the flat iron cooked, and I realized as it was coming out that it's done. This may not have been to my liking because flat iron should be cooked a perfect medium rare. This was cooked perfectly and seasoned with the perfect amount of salt finish. You get four sauces to try that are included with your steak but I think sauces distracts from the beef flavor and when paying for this quality of flat iron steak, I want that pure beef flavor in every bite. We had the whipped potatoes which are not the typical whipped potatoes. Trust me. We also had the honey glazed whole fresh carrots that were amazing. The portions were so large we had another complete meal from the side left overs the next day. We stayed at the hotel where the restaurant is located which is fantastic. Eat, drink, and stroll up to the room for a food coma nap! This should be on your do not miss eating list in SLO. 5 stars

Came here to enjoy some filipino food this afternoon for lunch and it was great! :)…read more I had the Lumpia Shanghai as an appetizer and the Pork Barbecue for my main. They do have lunch specials daily that lets you get rice, turon and 2 more lumpias. The Halo Halo was amazing, I saw at least 3 tables order this so you know it's an crowd fave dessert! Service was great as well, the owner was very attentive to every table and to everyone coming into get to-go orders. Very friendly and smiled the whole time ! :) If you like filipino food or want to try it for the first time I would highly recommend this place.

A welcoming family run Filipino spot where husband is the main one taking orders and serving the…read morefood. I felt a little guilty coming in at 6:30 when they close at 7pm but there was still another party that came at 6:45. I appreciate that they didn't mention anything about closing soon or that they didn't have enough time to prepare the foods. Restaurant is good size with about 10 tables that seat 4-6 people. Food was ready in 20 mins. The skewers had such a tempting sweet charred aroma on the grilled pork and chicken. Both were juicy and not dry but 8 skewers for $39 is a little steep

Per the recommendation of a friend, my family and I came to Mistura Restaurant for some dinner. I…read morehad never tried Peruvian food so I was very excited. To drink, I got a passion fruit pisco sour. With the drinks and whilst waiting for out food, the waiter brought us a bowl of what resembled corn nuts. Very crunchy and and salty which was perfect with the drink. The cocktail itself was not too strong and not too sweet but with a good flavor. To eat, I got the Mixto ceviche. After a few moments waiting, everything came out. The ceviche was sooo good. This was my first time trying Peruvian ceviche and I was definitely very pleased! It had a different mixture of textures and flavors that contributed to a harmonious experience. Overall, I had a really good experience at Mistura. It is a tad pricey but everything I had was very good quality and very delicious. Definitely recommend!!

Highly recommend this Peruvian spot! Stumbled upon this restaurant while looking for a good date…read morenight spot on our last day in SLO and I'm so glad we did. The food was delicious and the drinks were fire! They offer various cocktails including pisco sours in different flavors. The lychee one was strong but so good! We didn't have a reservation but they were able to sit us at the bar right away. The staff there were super friendly and helpful. I had the Ravioli de Champignon with truffle oil, soo good. And my husband had the Señor Lomo (Lomo Saltado) which he also loved. It's a little pricey in my opinion but definitely worth checking out at least once.

Fish Gaucho is a nice restaurant right in the heart of downtown Paso Robles. The ambiance is great,…read morewith outdoor seating--it's a great spot to relax and enjoy the atmosphere of downtown. The service was excellent, with friendly and attentive staff throughout our visit. The food was good, with decent portions and nice flavors. That said, I felt the prices were a little on the high side for what you get, so I think the value could be better. Overall, though, it's a pleasant place with a great location, good food, and excellent service.

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.