Do yourself a favor and visit Nate's on Marsh!! We had the wild arugula salad, calamari, lunch burger, and lemon madalde. Everything was cooked to perfection! You can tell the ingredients were fresh and high quality. The surprising standout for me was the arugula salad. The fresh, quality ingredients really got to shine through. The ambiance is adorable. It's cozy and feels like you're dining inside someone's home. The weather was beautiful out so we opted to dine on the patio. My bf and I were visiting for our anniversary and our server Rick went above and beyond to make it extra special. He was very attentive and personable. We will be back next time we're in SLO! read more

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Came to Nate's on Easter Sunday which offered only a pre-fixe menu. While the menu did feature many of Nate's star dishes, it was also a lot for brunch and I honestly could have forgone dessert which was the least memorable part of the meal in my opinion. For starters, we tried both the crab bisque and the arugula salad. The salad was dressed well and fluffed nicely. The shaved fennel added a nice crunch to the salad and the beets added that nice earthy sweetness. It was a little odd the beets were just two thick slices on the bottom though...not exactly conducive to eating as a salad. As for the crab bisque, it featured a generous amount of crab meat making the soup sweet yet seafood forward. For mains, we tried the breakfast pasta and the lemon mafaldine. The mafaldine honestly blew me away. The lemon was bright with pops of freshness from the mint and the sauce was creamy but not too thick! The breakfast pasta tasted like an upgraded carbonara. The meatiness of the bacon lardon was probably my favorite part of the dish. For dessert, we went with one of each. The strawberry sorbet fit the weather better but the chocolate torte did have that fudgy richness that you just want for the weekend. But, as previously stated, if the pre-fixe menu wasn't required, we probably also could have gone without it. Servicewise, Nate's was impressive. Fountain drinks refills were swapped seamlessly, dishes were described impeccably, and I also loved the little postcard they wrote for our anniversary. Details matter, and Nate's nailed it here. read more

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I loved the pasta and I had a pasta attack and I just want to eat the pasta forever and it was so delicious that I wanted to give it five stars . . read more

If you are looking for a unique dining and cocktail bar in San Luis Obispo, Nate's On Marsh is a great option for date night, alumni and fam visit dining or girl's night. Set in a renovated home and decorated in horse/western/Ralph Lauren inspired vibes, it has a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Highly recommend the Lemon Malfalde pasta and frozen cocktail. read more

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Obsessed. Ask for a seat by the dining room window. Perf for people watching. I had the sauv blanc and chopped la scala salad for lunch. Perfect pairing and delicious! Two people next to me had birthdays and the presentation given them was so chic! My server Ella was so warm and had great recs. read more

Nate's on Marsh - New American Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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We enjoyed a terrific dinner at Nate's on Marsh in San Luis Obispo. This was our third time here in the past two years. It was as good as the last two times. Hubby had the Lamb Ragù. He hasn't tried anything else because it was so amazing the first time. I had the Lemon Mafalde with added Prawns. The pasta is house-made and so fresh. Everything was so delicious from the cocktail to the soup to the salad to the entree. Our server, Summer, was delightful and fastidious. We sat at a window table and thoroughly enjoyed it. I highly recommend this restaurant if you're in the area. read more

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Great ambiance with large and small pocketed rooms for all different types of dining experience. Service was just extraordinary and that will happen anywhere in this place, even if you are just in the lounge for a cocktail; again, outstanding service. The food has always been delicious, this visit was no different, only this time I had the opportunity to try one of their specials, Veal Osso Buco and it did not disappoint- JUST DELECTABLE! Start your dinner with a specialty cocktail- I had the VIEUX CARRE (bourbon/cognac hybrid drink that they artfully craft to perfection and serve on a single ice cube- smooth as silk!) This place is a San Luis Obispo institution and you will not want to ever miss a chance to dine here; you will see what I mean! read more

Nate's on Marsh - Veal Osso Buco, this was a special that evening! - New American Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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Been here more than a few times. What a gem. Love this place. The ambience is so unique & laid back. The drinks & food are all amazing. The servers are incredible. Can't wait to go back. read more

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Intimate setting and parking in the back. Staff is very attentive and feels high end Enjoyed the mocktails and the recommendations from our waiter were on point. Appetizers: focaccia muffin, polpo, burrata Entrees: lasagna, spicy rigatoni read more

Nate's on Marsh - Spicy rigatoni - New American Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

If you can snag a reservation for Nate's on Marsh.. don't hesitate! Some locals told us they are close to being Michelin star recognized so it's about to be even busier. Nate's is a super unique restaurant inside of a cottage style home. It has a cowboy ranch / Ralph Lauren type style which was so cool. We scheduled an anniversary dinner here and they made us a little welcome card! To start, we had the rosemary focaccia muffins and the caesar salad. Both were absolutely delicious... the caesar is an absolute must... I didn't want it to end. I got the spicy rigatoni vodka which was also really good. It definitely lives up to the "spicy" and is not for spice sensitive folk. My boyfriend who loves spice even said it was a bit much for him. Overall a really really cool restaurant and an absolute must if you're in the area. read more

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Nate's deserves its Michelin rating. It is really fantastic, and by far the best restaurant in SLO. From the service to the food to the atmosphere, it is top notch. read more

Nate's on Marsh - Front sign - New American Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

Our first time at Nate's on Marsh. It was busy and deservedly so. The food and service were terrific. All four of us had perfectly prepared meals, and we were willing to share, but we didn't really want to. The key lime dessert was definitely not shared; it was too good, and everyone had to get their own. We will be back. Loved it. read more

What a wonderful experience on the patio. Audrey went out of her way to accommodate my family with medical concerns. She made sure that we have the exterior patio, and everything here was absolutely perfect. We had a beautiful dinner to celebrate family and Thanksgiving. Thank you all so much. I can't wait to come back. read more

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This is a great special occasion restaurant. I found the food seasoned and cooked well. The octopus was my favorite of the night. Definitely on the Pricey side. It's an intimate setting so it can get loud. There was a table with a very loud lady who ruined the vibe for us. read more

We have eaten at Nate's before and looked forward to this visit with company. We had reservations and were seated promptly. Our server was informative and friendly. We first ordered the lobster bisque, which was smooth and flavorful. The focaccia muffins were delicious, but there was not enough seasoned butter for our double order. For wine, we chose the Nate's and Herman Story special red, which was superb. We ordered the grilled octopus, but unfortunately, it was not grilled. When you grill something, it is to get a char on the outside and soft on the inside. This is my expectation. The octopus was cooked properly but not grilled. We all got the special filet, cooked to perfection, but it ended there. The meat was tender but not seasoned--no salt and pepper, nothing. A filet is a delicious cut of meat, but with little fat, it needs seasoning. The sauce appeared to be added after it was cooked and just sat on top, doing nothing for the seasonless filet. For dessert, we had a very good tiramisu and grasshopper. We were greatly disappointed with the three filets. Hopefully, it was just a mistake, since everything but the octopus was very good. read more

Quite possibly the best salmon dish I ever had (the top was perfectly crispy, the inside cooked to perfection) a nice light lemony orzo and asparagus; it was such a delight. Love the ambience, easy parking and the service was top notch. Not a single thing needing improvement! read more

Nate's on Marsh - Chocolate gelato and Paloma Spritz - New American Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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This restaurant is located close to downtown and has parking in the back. There's also paid parking in the street. The establishment is a converted house so there are different dining rooms and a bar. We arrived on a Sunday at 5:45 and the restaurant was already busy. Reservations are recommended if you want to be seated in a short time. I ordered the Caesar salad, which is big enough for two people. The salmon picatta was my entree. The salad had the right amount of dressing and a lot of tasty Parmesan on top. My salmon was cooked perfectly and I enjoyed the sides as well. Dinner lasted about 2 hours due to the amount of time it took to receive our food. I also noticed they didn't have bussers so our waiter was busy taking plates, filling waters and giving out to go containers. If you're planning on going somewhere afterwards or don't enjoy a leisurely meal, skip this restaurant. read more

Nate's on Marsh - Salmon Picatta - New American Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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The service here was quite nice, but there was some faults the steak and the broccoli tasted burnt and over salted. The Bolognese was rich and very good other than that maybe if they try different things. Better food in SLO read more

Nate's on Marsh - New American Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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If I had one word to describe Nate's, it would be decadent! At least that's the direction I went on my visit there. My boyfriend and I took a trip to Arroyo Grande for a super quick getaway and decided to try Nate's on Marsh based on all the great reviews. We got a reservation for right when it opened at 4:30. The restaurant is a classy, very green, and a fun place to just have drinks or have a meal. The bar area was already pretty lively when we arrived. It was a cold and windy day so I went for lobster bisque to start and my boyfriend got a Caesar salad. The lobster bisque had big chunks of lobster and was very thick and rich. The salad had a very healthy serving of cheese with huge croutons. Both were delightful. For my main dish, I got spicy vodka rigatoni. I love spicy pasta and this dish did not disappoint. Spicy enough with a rich vodka sauce. My bf got the spaghetti pesto which was good but did not have a strong pesto flavor. It was very mild and a bit disappointing for a pesto lover like him. We shared tiramisu to end the meal and it had a lovely orange flavor from the Grand Marnier. Aside from the spaghetti pesto, everything was 10/10, including the service. Well done, Nate's! read more

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Had a birthday lunch here it was delicious. I went with two other girlfriends for our birthdays. It was wonderful. I have heard that the brunch here is fantastic. I would love to try that very soon. read more

This place is amazing!!! I planned a birthday trip to SLO with my partner and decided on Nate's for my birthday dinner, and I'm so happy that I did! The food was everything I wanted and more, plus it not only ended up being my birthday dinner but engagement as well! It was all happy vibes for us, they set up a little birthday sign on the table and welcomed us with complimentary champagne. For food, we ordered the polpette (meatball) and shrimp cocktail as appetizers. The polpette is a must and the shrimp was meaty and big so I was a fan. We shared the chopped la scala salad, spicy vodka rigatoni and ribeye as our entrees and this was filling for the two us. They were all really good, I would order each thing again. Plus they have complimentary bread and butter that went perfectly with the polpette. This place exceeded expectations for me and now it'll always be special since it was our first dinner as an engaged couple. Thanks Nate's on Marsh for helping make the night so memorable! read more

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My friends and I had a super experience at this little gem of a restaurant. We were there at 11:30 am (opening time) for an early lunch. We sat outside on the patio next to Marsh st. We were all very pleased with our lunch choices and the lime ice tea was so refreshing! My friend is a vegan, so we try to choose a place that will have several choices for her as well. She says she really appreciates Nate! Thanks. read more

My family takes a yearly trip out to SLO, and we're always looking for good spots to eat in town while we're here. We first visited Nate's on Marsh last year, and had a pretty good experience. We really wanted to try out more of their menu and decided to return this trip to see how we'd like it compared to last time. Starting off with the strongest thing about this spot, the location and overall aesthetic of the space. Imagine a cozy, stylishly decorated home that also just happens to be a restaurant. It's casual but also a little upscale, perfect for date nights or a gathering. The restaurant has tons of charm, as long as you can deal with it feeling a bit crowded on the inside. This spot is busy and from my impression, you'll definitely need reservations on a weekend night. We visited on a Saturday and waited a bit even with our booking. After waiting we were seated at the wrong table, and while we didn't mind either way, we did have to get up and move after being seated since another reservation quite literally had the table we were at. Luckily our correct table was ready for us, but given the popularity of the spot don't expect any last minute changes or accommodations on a busy night. Additionally, expect a bit of a wait for your food and drinks. We didn't get our main entrees til almost an hour after being sat. This seems to be mainly on the kitchen and bar, as our server was amazing at her job and frequently checked in on us. Food wise Nate's is a little bit of a mixed bag. Our starters, the rosemary biscuits and wild arugula salad were highlights. Both items were fresh, and tasted amazing. The main entrees were a bit of a stumble however. They were completely out of our original selections (the burger and pork chop) so we settled on pastas for the table. None really stood out. My spaghetti pesto was missing the pesto flavor, and unfortunately just took on a strong flavor of the greens it was cooked with. It wasn't particularly a bad dish, but it's not a good pesto pasta either. The other two pasta dishes my table ordered were tasty, but nothing special. When we visited last year we were also unimpressed with our entree choices (we ordered steaks last year that came to our table overcooked), so it was a bit disappointing to see more of the main dishes let us down. Aside from that we enjoyed all the cocktails we ordered and still managed to enjoy our meal overall. You definitely are not gonna have the best meal of your life here, but you will have a very pretty space to eat in and friendly service. You'll also have a pretty pricey bill. I think this spot is a little more style than substance, but it's still absolutely worth a visit if you want a nice dinner in SLO. read more

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Outstanding food and ambiance. We sat in a cozy corner and our server attention to our requests enabled us to go outside our comfort zone and tried their soup and martinis and dang, they did not disappointed. Highly recommended. read more

Nate's on Marsh - Great place for a date night. - New American Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

My boyfriend and I tried this place for the first time and it was great. I loved the muffin starters, overall very average pasta. Service was average l, there was nothing about the place was special. Would want to come back during happy hour and give it one more chance. read more

Nate's on Marsh - New American Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

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Quality/Quantity - After a FULL day at the wineries, we tried to come here for a light meal. But ended up leaving so SO full! We finished everything except the complimentary bread. Butter Leaf Salad - Home run with my wife. She really enjoyed this salad. Pappardelle Ragu - My dish. It was good, but it did not taste like the pasta was made in house. Mushroom Carbonara - My daughter's dish. She is a huge mushroom fan and enjoyed her meal. No room for dessert. Atmosphere - A house converted to a restaurant. Maze like. Clean, organized, cool decor. Indoor and outdoor dining available, but tonight was just indoor. Clean and good size bathrooms in the rear of the building. Small full bar. Open 5 days a week from 11:30am to 9pm, closed Tuesdays and Wednesdays. Plenty of free street parking. I believe they have a small parking lot in the back of the building. Service - We walked in today, no reservations. The hostess said it would be a half an hour wait until we would be able to get a table. But within 10 minutes, she called us in. Travis did a good job. Professional. There was a very small issue with the check (different price charged versus the price on the menu) and he corrected it without hesitation. Price - $75 + tip. Owner Comment - Congrats on your success in SLO since 2021. read more

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Nate's on Marsh is a stand alone bungalow right outside of the downtown area. Both the facade and interior are very cute. We started with the skillet sausage ($25). It is an alle pia pork sausage coil on a bed of polenta topped with veal bordelaise and mild peppers. Of all the things we ordered, this was my least favorite only because the flavors tasted very muted. I didn't love the soft texture of the sausage and peppers were also mild if that is indicative of the dish. The entrees, on the other hand, were stellar. At the suggestion of our waiter, I ordered the lemon mafalde ($24) with chicken (+$8.00) which is something I normally wouldn't have gravitated toward, but no regrets here. Mafalde are wide flat pasta ribbons with scalloped edges. These are dressed in lemon beurre fondue and topped with English peas, ricotta, croutons crumble + fresh mint. The lemon beurre sauce tasted bright and delicately coated the pasta ribbons. This dish was unexpectedly so good. We also ordered the house lasagna ($22) for good measure. The version here deviates from the traditional way of lasagna layering and instead piles hand cut sheet pasta into a tightly woven stack. It's cooked in a beef, pork, and veal bolognese, Gorgonzola béchamel, mozzarella, and lemon-basil pesto. Absolutely delish. The hand cut sheet pasta are thinly cut and stacked to make a little lasagna slice. The space, ambiance, food - a 10 out of 10. And the service? Perfection. Bookmark this place for your next SLO trip. read more

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We had a wonderful dinner at Nate's on Marsh. The soup of the day was warm and flavorful, perfect with the toasted bread. The La Scala chopped salad was fresh and creamy with delicious burrata on top. For the main dishes, the pappardelle lamb ragù was rich and comforting, with tender pasta and great flavor. The Niman Ranch ribeye was juicy and perfectly cooked, paired nicely with the broccolini and peppercorn sauce. Beautiful food, great service, and a lovely atmosphere. read more

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We came here to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday and were so happy with everything! First off, the ambiance is beautiful. It's the perfect date night spot. Thoughtfully decorated with the perfect balance of fanciness and homeyness vibes. Service was pleasant. I didn't get our server's name but she was very kind, knowledgeable, and attentive. For food, we started off with a Cesar salad. It was covered in delicious Parmesan cheese and we couldn't stop eating it! Absolutely addictive and tasty! I ordered the mushroom carbonara which had the perfect amount of creaminess and a nice flavor. My boyfriend got the ribeye dinner which was phenomenal. The steak was perfectly cooked and melt in your mouth good! The fries were light and crispy while the broccolini was full of flavor. Everything was a 10/10! We were too full for dinner but our sweet waitress brought out a birthday gelato for my boyfriend. The gelato was so good and the perfect dessert to end our dinner. We were so happy with our visit and look forward to coming again next time we are in SLO! read more

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The wild arugula salad was large in quantity and in flavor. It included some fennel, Parmesan, pine nuts, and a salad dressing that I wish I could duplicate at home. I also had a pasta dish with lemon beurre fondue and ricotta sauce; very rich and delicious. The ambience and service were first rate. read more

We had a family style meal , food wonderful . We had lovely tastes of starters / pasta / and all 5 of us got a sweet treat to end out meal . Service is 100% Love location and old home updated to perfection. read more

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Great service. Lovely menu. Good wine list and interesting cocktails. Wish they had air conditioning. Delicious butter lettuce salad. I love anything with pistachios. The salmon was crisp. You can't miss with butter. The asparagus was overcooked. My friends had a beautiful pork chop and lemon ricotta pasta. I always wonder why they serve four pieces of bread for three people. Restaurants never take the number of people in the party into consideration. Charcuterie platter was meh. read more

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We had a great experience eating at Nate's on Marsh. We made a reservation, which we were glad we had, as it was very busy. The room was tightly packed with people. Everyone loved what they ordered! read more

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Nate's was a wonderful dining experience for our party of four. First, the warm, ranch house ambiance with green flowery wallpaper, fireplace, cool bar, and western art makes for an elegantly enjoyable place to eat. The entrees all were good-- the rich and creamy pappardelle ragu, the thick, decadent pork chop lathered in parmesan polenta and bacony greens, and the popular lemon mafalde. We also had a tasty asparagus side. They have classic and imaginative, yet not over the top cocktails, plus an ample, impressive list of wines both local and foreign. Definitely worth checking out if you're visiting SLO. read more

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Nate's is simply the best , from the charming ambiance to the exceptional food everything is perfect. Too few places in SLO do a proper brunch. There's a reason why this place oils always packed. I got the biscuit Bennie, it is not a traditional Benedict --it's better! The biscuit is so flaky and crunchy, the mortadella adds texture and savoryness. The soft boiled egg on top is decadent and the greens on the side cut through the richness. YUM! read more

Nate's on Marsh - Biscuit Bennie - New American Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

Just dined for Easter brunch and it was fantastic! Salmon piccata and the steak and egg were delicious! Cocktails are always amazing and the service top notch!! This is our go to restaurant for any occasion!! Thanks for great hospitality and consistency! read more

I don't get why this place is so popular. Service was poor and food was just okay. With so many other places around, I'm sad I wasted a meal here. -Complimentary Bread: Disgusting. How can they serve such disgusting bread? -Burrata: Lazy. Just a ball of mozzarella, very little cream/richness in the middle, topped with a compote. -Potato Leek Soup: Always delicious, of course. -Lemon Mafalde: The waiter described this dish as being different than what you would find elsewhere. Not the case, was unimpressive. I added salmon to it and I will say, they know how to cook a piece of salmon here. I'm glad it wasn't overcooked and the skin was perfectly crisp. read more

The food was fresh, beautifully presented, flavorful and outstanding. Service was thoughtful and engaged. Thoroughly enjoyed the meal and ambiance. read more

MARTINI MONDAY!!! The bar was full so my friends and I ordered inside and took our drinks to the patio outside. Martini monday is $10 martinis any way you like it. You can't go wrong if you love a martini. Food isn't allowed to be ordered outside. read more

Nate's on Marsh - lemon drop, martinis - New American Near Me - San Luis Obispo, California

Very cute setting. Mostly attentive, good service...but slow bringing drinks from the bartender. * the antipasto appetizer was BAD. Almost made me gag. I could not finish chewing nor swallow much of the meats. We ate less than half the meat on the board. Normally we would be fighting over the last piece. Overall we were disappointed and don't plan to go back. read more