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    The Switch SLO {Eat+Drink}

    4.1 (100 reviews)
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    Half regular fries, half sweet potato. Crunchy goodness!
    Kevin K.

    Fantastic meal. We were looking for something quick and this place knocked it out of the park! The wife enjoyed the slushie but its a long, slow drink. Wish we could have taken it with us. Beer selection was decent. The food.... oh the food!!! The fries were plentiful and cruncy. The salad was a monster. The brisket sandwich? Oh my! Give me another! We will keep this on the short kist for great food and quick prompt friendly service.

    Avocado Toast
    Miss F.

    We enjoyed our food very much. The employees were very friendly and pleasant Nice ambiance.

    Single Smash Burger with sweet potato fries.

    First time customer. I was craving a hamb6qnd remembers this place. No wait in line maybe die to SF and Seattle game on, even when it was on TV here. Ordered the single smash burger with sweet potatoes fries. What a combination! First, the fries were cooked to perfection. Crunchy and not burned and with a light covering of salt that gave it the aweet-salty flavor. The burger was quite big. I took the top off and ate it like a stake. It had shopped up lettuce. Not sure why but it could make a mess if eaten as a burger. I worked it before hitting the burger. The burger, had caramelized onions that tasted delicious. There was a sauce, I think garlic buttery or similar. All of these flavors together with the sweet potatoes fries made it a delight one after another bite. Fries were a lot. You can share, and remember, the longer you wait the fluffier they get. All and all, I will be back to taste others.

    Menu changes all the time that's why it's called THE SWITCH.
    Robert D.

    It's call The Switch because the menu changes all the time. I got the Spicy Karaage Chicken sandwich. It was definitely SPICY, crispy, tender and delicious. I would get it again. Get it while you can before the menu changes. You order at the counter and sit in the trendy little seating area and they bring you the food. Maybe call before you go to see what's being served. They have a good selection of beers and sodas. Go check it out.

    Regina C.

    Been eyeing The Switch for so long and wow! It was so good and since we were a big group, we got multiple burgers and even tried some of their unique ones! Food Orders: - Blueberry Chicken - Mushroom Philly - Downtown Chick - Hot Chick's Friend - SLO Philly They came in record time and were devoured in a record time as well. They were delicious and have been back multiple times since then :)

    The filet and ribeye fries have been my favorite thing since I moved to the area. I order them once a week. However, within the last month it's clear whoever makes them is a different person or they've been told to make them differently. The meat is always overcooked and they are completely drenched in chipotle aioli. It may not look like it, but the sauce is even underneath the meat and literally making every fry soggy. I love the sauce, but when everything is soaked in it the food becomes inedible and I throw it away halfway through. They used to actually drizzle it over the food but I guess not anymore. I try to soak up as much sauce as I can with napkins first but that doesn't even help. I'm quite sad because this was my fav comfort meal and now I feel like it's not even worth ordering. Pretty disappointing.

    Heather L.

    Stopped here for some snacks last Saturday. It was empty which was sad but the young man at the register was so cheerful and polite. He made some recommendations. We got some snacks- sweet potato fries and onion rings for the kids. Everything was wonderful including the service. Next time I'll try the fried chicken dinner!

    Veggie burger with Fried Mushrooms
    P B.

    Good service, the filet mignon salad with blue cheese was fresh and tasty. Their veggie burger was great. So were the fried mushrooms.

    Downtown chick sandwich with Sweet Potato Fries
    Anmol L.

    The food was great! My sandwich really seemed to fill me up and the sweet potato fries tasted delicious! I love the color and size of their white tables, but I do wish the tables could be a bit of a better cleaner. The service was satisfactory. Overall, a good place to eat and I'll come back for sure!

    Crispy Chicken Caesar Wrap
    Sydney S.

    I tried the chicken Caesar wrap Saturday and went back to get it again Sunday, that's how good it was!! Very dressing heavy which i like but may not be others' preferences. Service was on the slower side (nonetheless the staff was respectful and kind) although both days were weekends so I assume that's why, and ordering ahead for pickup seems to be the move if you are in a rush. My friends have gotten the chick next door sandwich and filet mignon steak salad and raved about both. The inside isn't fancy at all, it's more of a picnic bench style seating, but the drink options are extensive and I'll definitely be back!

    Laura O.

    Yummy filet mignon Steak fries. Lots of tender juicy steak with a lovely sauce over thin crispy fries. The service was wonderful.

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    Fired chicken sandwich was great! Staff was friendly and food was quick. Highly recommend checking it out!

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    Great little cafe with counter service. Chicken Sando was delicious. Small patio, east parking.

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    Really delicious smash burger. Enjoyed a beer and French fries too! Family friendly and easy parking.

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