We had our wedding at The Backyard on 13th, and I honestly cannot say enough wonderful things about…read moreour experience. From the moment we started working with Amy and her team, we knew we had chosen the right place to celebrate such an important day. We were the first full wedding that The Backyard on 13th had hosted. You honestly never would have known it. The amount of care, attention to detail, patience, organization, and professionalism that Amy and her team showed throughout our wedding was incredible. They handled everything with such confidence and made the entire experience feel seamless. The venue itself is absolutely beautiful and has so much character. It gave us the perfect backdrop for our ceremony, photos, and reception, and our guests had nothing but wonderful things to say about the space. We loved that it felt intimate, warm, and personal while still giving us the flexibility to bring our own vision to life. Amy and her entire team went above and beyond what was expected of them. They were incredibly attentive, patient, professional, and genuinely invested in making sure our wedding day was everything we hoped it would be. They didn't just provide us with a beautiful venue -- they made us feel cared for throughout the entire process. One of the things that meant the most to us was how incredible they were with our kids. We had several children who were an important part of our wedding, and The Backyard had a staff member specifically designated to tend to the kids during the reception. This was such an amazing and thoughtful touch. It allowed us to actually relax, enjoy our reception, and be present in the moment without constantly worrying about whether our kids were okay. Knowing they were being looked after by people who were so kind, patient, and attentive made a HUGE difference for us. Your wedding day goes by so quickly, and having a team that you can trust makes all the difference. We never felt like we were just another event on their calendar. Amy and her team made us feel like our wedding genuinely mattered to them, and that is something we will always remember. We are so grateful to The Backyard on 13th, Amy, and the entire team for helping make our wedding day so special. They played such a huge part in creating memories that we will cherish for the rest of our lives. What started as a relationship with our wedding venue turned into something so much more -- Amy and her team have truly become more like family to us, and we feel incredibly lucky that our wedding brought these amazing people into our lives. If you are considering The Backyard on 13th for your wedding or special event, DO IT! We would wholeheartedly recommend them.

a place that's leaning heavily on shortcuts in the kitchen rather than built-from-scratch…read moreexecution. Here's how your breakdown lines up: Burger (main miss) --frozen patty, no crust, unmelted cheese, weak sauce--usually means: * Pre-formed frozen beef puck (not fresh ground) * Cooked on a grill instead of a ripping-hot flat top (so no smash crust or Maillard flavor) * Cheese added too late or heat too low to melt it properly * Sauce under-portioned or used as a light spread instead of a flavor layer Result: bland, dry, and flat tasting burger Mac & cheese That "pasta + runny cheese water" texture is a classic sign of: * Pre-boiled pasta sitting in liquid * Cheese sauce broken or watered down * Very little actual cheese base (often just milk + starch + seasoning) So yeah--more "pasta dish" than mac & cheese. Salad (surprisingly the win) Good olive oil + vinaigrette can carry a salad hard. That's usually the only thing that doesn't rely on heavy kitchen execution, so it makes sense it stood out. Fries (another win) Crispy, salted fries usually come from: * Proper double fry or high-temp fry oil * Frozen fries done correctly (ironically, frozen can still be great if cooked right) Pulled pork Cheap BBQ sauce + pre-cooked pork is pretty standard for mid-tier spots. Not amazing, but at least it has flavor, unlike the burger. Beer Hard to mess up--good call there. Overall read of the place This is the vibe I'm getting: * Strengths: fryer, sauces (salad dressing), bar program * Weaknesses: grill station, mac & cheese, burger execution * Kitchen style: "assembly + reheating" more than scratch cooking

And now to take a short break from finishing a jillion review drafts from the vacation we took in…read moreJanuary I'm still catching up from... to finish a review draft I started last *December*, on my way to visit my parents for Christmas in NorCal. (Conveniently, too, given we're driving the same route in a couple weeks - might well stop here again. It's definitely way better than the usual big-name fast food options that are your only choice for *most* of the drive.) I'd just try to make sure to get there before 1 PM - last time, we learned, we made it accidentally *just* in time for their breakfast menu, which not only means you can get a fried chicken sandwich with a fried egg, clearly making it better, but it's also several dollars *cheaper*. For 9 bucks with fries - compared to 14 for the dinner version - that's probably *cheaper* than the average fast food chicken stop, separate from the fast that it was about a thousand times tastier. Though, while the vibe of this place is very much fast food, the food *itself* isn't fast food - it took exactly as long as you'd expect, given they're making everything fresh to order, but not any longer than that. (I didn't have any complaints about the speed, but it isn't Burger King.) Anyway, we figured since they had two breakfast items (the sandwich and a breakfast burrito) and there were two of us, we'd split both of them, which I wouldn't recommend as much. The breakfast burrito was by no means bad, but it was a bit floppier and not quite as filling - great chicken obviously, being the same chicken, but we agreed, we'd had way better breakfast burritos. The breakfast chicken sandwich was absolutely bomb, though. (Though their "medium" spicy was only a *hint* spicy, in my opinion - I never go straight for the "hot", cause sometimes at hot chicken places it's *stupid* hot, that and I was sharing them with my pepper-averse spouse, but if I went back, I'd just get my own sandwich and make it a little spicier.) Is it the best hot chicken sandwich in California? Probably not... but it *is* probably the best hot chicken sandwich you can get while driving from SoCal to NorCal, so I'm glad it's there.) Also, as far as value... they give you a *lot* of fries. Possibly too many fries. The fries were good, but there was nothing particularly special about them, other than the quantity. We could absolutely have shared an amount of fries *each* of our orders came from, for the two of us. (We didn't finish all the fries.) Only minor complaint, their drinks are all super sugary, and a little pricey at $4 for fountain soda - but at least it's a more premium brand of soda... still probably more than your daily sugar per cup, but at least it *is* sugar, not high fructose corn syrup. It does feel like they're missing out by not having a license to sell beer, though. That sandwich would go *really* well with a craft beer.

We visited Nate's because I was in my anything but McDonald's mood. Nate's was a wonderful…read moresurprise for me. We ordered 2 of their Nate's sandwiches with fries. The Nashville hot chicken sandwich was good. I ordered the chicken medium since their lowest level was naked. The medium had a pretty good kick to it. The chicken sandwich was topped with cole slaw and pickles. Both my wife and I enjoyed the sandwiches. The fries that came with our sandwich were delicious. It is one of my favorites fries. The two meals came with so much fries that we eventually threw most of them away. It would be nice if Nate's could sell their sandwiches without fries. Nate's was a good choice for us to stop at.

The burgers are absolutely delicious, the fries perfect and crunchy!!and the most amazing is the…read moreservice of the employees that work there. We arrived a bit late, just minutes before they closed and they were sooooo warm and kind!! They have so many options, and they are willing to explain and recommend you everything in the menu!!! I LOVED this place, definitely comming back!! I forgot to ask for the name of the employees but I'm so happy that they were there !! Don't miss this place if you're going to Paso Robles !!! Everything was perfect !! We had the hawaian, mushroom, and Californian btw !! Psdta: don't look for any other place, this is the right choice if you're craving for a good and high quality burger (also the price is really good)

Prices are about 50c more than what's posted on their web site. Though, I am confused as to why my…read moremushroom burger combo came out as $15.07 instead of the pirates $14.49 - chicken avocado sandwich: the chicken was pretty overcooked. - mushroom burger: was intrigued by the fried mushrooms as the description but it just meant sautéed mushrooms and onions. This was OK, was very very wet though. It dripped all over. - fries: reminds me of in n out fries but dusted with some seasoning, I'm a fan of the seasoning. I think I'll order them well done next time.

Stopped in Paso Robles for gas and a quick bite on our road trip, and we were craving a good burger…read morethat wouldn't upset our stomachs for the rest of the drive. At first, all we saw were the usual fast-food chains, but then our navigation showed Bronco Burgers nearby -- and wow, are we glad we gave it a try! My guys ordered burgers and couldn't stop talking about them. Huge, flavorful patties on the softest, freshest buns -- definitely some of the best burgers we've had on the road. I decided to switch it up and ordered the tri-tip taco, and it was absolutely delicious. Fresh crisp lettuce, tender meat, cheese, and salsa... simple ingredients done perfectly. The food alone deserves 5 stars, but what really made the experience stand out was the staff. Everyone was upbeat, friendly, and smiling, which made us feel genuinely welcome after a long drive. Bronco Burgers has officially become a must-stop tradition for our family as we make trips back and forth to our son's college over the next few years. Thanks for the amazing lunch -- you guys are the BOMB!

So disappointed! I have been going to BB for years. I order 1-2 a week. The last few times have…read morebeen very disappointing! The sandwich has 1 slice of turkey on it and a mound of alpha sprouts and lettuce. When did they quit putting meat on a sandwich? Especially since the cost has gone up for the sandwich!

I have a bit of experience in the food service industry around here (I've cooked at a few places)…read moreand I don't do yelp but is a exception. This guy is doing it just right. He has focused on a few menu items and is making those items the best they can be every time. If you haven't had dogs made by a local butcher(from scratch all in house) I suggest you try him. I don't think he is making his dogs in house(but I could be wrong) but he is getting them from someone who does. I am a hotdog whore I've had them all. And it's been thirty plus years since I've had a dog that good. And not just once but every time it's just as good as the last one. Everything from the onions to the bread is top of the line and cooked to order(I can be sure of that). And last but not least the seal of a professional grill cook is French fries cooked in fry oil that is filtered daily and changed well before it begins to smoke. You can't shit me on this. I know when I get food cooked in oil that's beyond its prime and I have gotten it from every place that I've ever been to more than once until now. Take my advice and spend $11 and indulge in something so good I have no choice but to refer to it as "food porn".

Overpriced for what you get, the fries were super salty and the patty didn't have any seasoning on…read moreit.

We recently moved to Atascadero with our family of 3 and our 1-year-old son, and Wild Fields…read moreBrewhouse has already become a favorite. It's super family friendly, and our son loves the toddler play area. Our nieces also love the arcade games, so it's a great spot for kids and families. The beer is the best we've had in Atascadero, especially the west coast-style pale ales and IPAs like Atasca-where-o, Afraid of the Grade, Mouse Rock, and Hop Clarity. The staff has always been great, the indoor/outdoor space is awesome for groups, and having a full kitchen makes it even better. We even hosted a small lead-in gathering there the night before our son's 1st birthday party, and it was perfect. We're excited to keep coming back and becoming regulars.

First thing wife and myself noticed upon walking into Wild Fields is how it has a very similar vibe…read moreto Pizza Ports in SoCal: starting with the arcade, family friendly atmosphere, and even their beer board design. This makes total sense knowing that the owners came from San Diego and both worked for PPBC. Being familiar with Wild Fields award-winning brews we settled for the flight and then added some food later. Being a West Coast IPA couple, we were not disappointed with their draft offerings. In addition to IPAs, they have a good representaion of other styles, so there will be something for everyone-as long as they like beer. Wild Fields also puts together a home-brew competion, fuly embracing their community and craft beer roots. The winner gets to brew a batch of their recipe on the house system and this ultra low alcohol, smoked wheat beer was one of the most unique beers I've had. For the food, we had pulled pork and loaded mac-n-cheese. Pulled pork was fine, but I'd prefer more smoke flavor and aroma. For loaded mac, the protein is polish sausage-not something I've seen before. While it somewhat works, I don't think I'd order this again. They also had a ticketed comedy show, which we stayed for after the official closing time on a Saturday. It was fun and totally worth it. With their strong local connections and family atmosphere, Wild Fields in Atascadero is worth the detour from SLO and Paso destinations, especially for families.

Service is spot on. Friendly, easy to order and received my food quickly…read more I got the sexy turkey leg. Or is delicious. Cole slaw is also good. Except for the one fly that keep bothering me Had to add- I've eaten many turkey legs, but this one is the best!!!! Not dry, and was delicious. Even tried it with bbq sauce and was even tastier. Also I have to say. I rarely see beautiful Hispanic women over 30. I might come back because of her

I was in Paso Robles for the Mid-State Fair (First weekend & kid-less ) and decided to stop by…read moreBubba's. I'm glad I did. The BBQ is honestly some of the best I've had. Everything was flavorful, cooked right, and exactly what I was hoping for before the long day at the fair. The bartender was respectful, friendly, and made us feel welcome from the start. Good customer service isn't always easy to find these days, so it definitely deserves to be recognized. I've left a review a couple of years ago after another visit, and coming back this time reminded me why. It's nice to see they're still serving great food & drinks. If I'm back in town for the fair again, I'll definitely be stopping by!

Stopped in after work after hearing about it, and am happy I did. Their beer selection includes…read moreseveral locally brewed beers and ciders. Each of the beverages I ordered was at the tight temp and tasted fresh. They have bottled beverages as well. Although the menu is only one page, there are options for everyone in your party. I had the double burger that included grilled onions and my choice of cheese. Along with the burger was a delicious homemade macaroni salad. The owner shared that all their side salads are madd in house. I also ordered the chicken wings. The wings were cooked then tossed in an aromatic combination of herbs, and came with traditional Buffalo sauce and Ranch. Along with the food there are plenty of tvs for the games, a digital jukebox, and 3 pool tables. I will definitely be back to try their other offerings.

Food is great, employees are wonderful, and ambiance is great. Love it for sports, and draft beer!read more