Our Suggestions for Paso Robles
Food scene
So many choices, but make reservations, as restaurants book up!
Perfect for an amazing lunch in the vineyards while wine tasting! This is my favorite place to go when we want a relaxing lunch in a beautiful setting. I love to sit outside and enjoy the vineyard setting, but they also have inside seating if the weather is not cooperating.
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Cass Winery
7350 Linne RdPerfect for an amazing lunch in the vineyards while wine tasting! This is my favorite place to go when we want a relaxing lunch in a beautiful setting. I love to sit outside and enjoy the vineyard setting, but they also have inside seating if the weather is not cooperating.
Jeffry’s Wine Country BBQ(819 12th St. Suite B) is a great spot to try tri-tip, the Central Coast barbecue specialty, along with various smoked and grilled meats served as tacos instead of sandwiches (though you can certainly order classic BBQ plates and sandwiches). We vote this the Best Gourmet BBQ and great set up in the downtown square!
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Jeffry's Wine Country BBQ
819 12th StreetJeffry’s Wine Country BBQ(819 12th St. Suite B) is a great spot to try tri-tip, the Central Coast barbecue specialty, along with various smoked and grilled meats served as tacos instead of sandwiches (though you can certainly order classic BBQ plates and sandwiches). We vote this the Best Gourmet BBQ and great set up in the downtown square!
If you are in Paso Robles, you may not know that the small western town of Templeton is just 4 miles to the South. Chef Ian McPhee will not disappoint with his years of experience pleasing all the locals. By FAR, our favorite choice for dinner every time!
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McPhee's Grill
416 S Main StIf you are in Paso Robles, you may not know that the small western town of Templeton is just 4 miles to the South. Chef Ian McPhee will not disappoint with his years of experience pleasing all the locals. By FAR, our favorite choice for dinner every time!
Paso Robles’ most iconic farm-to-table restaurant turns 13 this year. The black lentil tacos, cured smoked salmon, and avocado toast are must-order menu standbys (this author has been enjoying those on SF-LA road trips for over a decade), but almost everything else on the menu changes frequently with what’s bountiful at nearby farms and markets. The plant-filled courtyard patio is straight out of a “California Good Life” travel magazine, and take note: it’s one of the few sit-down restaurants in town that is open for lunch on most weekdays.
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Thomas Hill Organics Bistro & Wine Bar
1313 Park StPaso Robles’ most iconic farm-to-table restaurant turns 13 this year. The black lentil tacos, cured smoked salmon, and avocado toast are must-order menu standbys (this author has been enjoying those on SF-LA road trips for over a decade), but almost everything else on the menu changes frequently with what’s bountiful at nearby farms and markets. The plant-filled courtyard patio is straight out of a “California Good Life” travel magazine, and take note: it’s one of the few sit-down restaurants in town that is open for lunch on most weekdays.
Great food, but even better CRAFT COCKTAILS!!! Book ahead, as they are small and their waiting list is long...
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The Hatch Rotisserie & Bar
835 13th StGreat food, but even better CRAFT COCKTAILS!!! Book ahead, as they are small and their waiting list is long...
There’s an irresistible sense of whimsy and fun when you step in this posh yet relaxed restaurant right by Downtown City Park. Its name translates to “the little rascals,” an ode to owners Courtney and Julien Asseo’s three kids, and there’s a true sense of joie de vivre at the bustling bar or a table in striking distance of the glass-enclosed wine cellar. Julien is the son of one of Paso Robles’ most celebrated winemakers (Stephan Asseo of L’ Aventure), but he opted for the culinary route, learning his craft in Paris and Las Vegas under legends like Guy Savoy and Joel Robuchon. At “LPC,” he perfects classic French dishes (the tarte flambée is exemplary), while deftly sending bistro standards into fresh, captivating directions like Burgundy escargot risotto. It’s only a matter of time before he’s winning James Beard awards.
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Les Petites Canailles
1215 Spring StThere’s an irresistible sense of whimsy and fun when you step in this posh yet relaxed restaurant right by Downtown City Park. Its name translates to “the little rascals,” an ode to owners Courtney and Julien Asseo’s three kids, and there’s a true sense of joie de vivre at the bustling bar or a table in striking distance of the glass-enclosed wine cellar. Julien is the son of one of Paso Robles’ most celebrated winemakers (Stephan Asseo of L’ Aventure), but he opted for the culinary route, learning his craft in Paris and Las Vegas under legends like Guy Savoy and Joel Robuchon. At “LPC,” he perfects classic French dishes (the tarte flambée is exemplary), while deftly sending bistro standards into fresh, captivating directions like Burgundy escargot risotto. It’s only a matter of time before he’s winning James Beard awards.
Somm’s Kitchen (849 13th St.). is the 14-seat culinary showcase of chef/sommelier Ian Adamo, where guests enjoy a true food AND wine experience with at least nine courses for $145. By the time you leave your (several hour) experience, you will feel like Ian is an old friend!
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Somm's Kitchen
849 13th StSomm’s Kitchen (849 13th St.). is the 14-seat culinary showcase of chef/sommelier Ian Adamo, where guests enjoy a true food AND wine experience with at least nine courses for $145. By the time you leave your (several hour) experience, you will feel like Ian is an old friend!
With a Michelin Star, it can be difficult to get reservations, but it is worth the effort! Six Test Kitchen (3075 Blue Rock Rd. Unit B) in Tin City features a dozen imaginative dishes (plus more small bites) in a $205 tasting menu for a lucky dozen diners at a counter overlooking the kitchen. Chef Ricky Odbert is an absolute food artist. You will remember this dinner for years to come!
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Six Test Kitchen
3075 Blue Rock RdWith a Michelin Star, it can be difficult to get reservations, but it is worth the effort! Six Test Kitchen (3075 Blue Rock Rd. Unit B) in Tin City features a dozen imaginative dishes (plus more small bites) in a $205 tasting menu for a lucky dozen diners at a counter overlooking the kitchen. Chef Ricky Odbert is an absolute food artist. You will remember this dinner for years to come!
WINERIES
Turley Cellars
2900 Vineyard DrOUR favorite place for amazing Zinfandel!
Le Cuvier Winery
3333 Vine Hill LnOutstanding wine maker! Perfect wine and views!
Fun place to visit and wine to die for! Casual hangout and family run winery.
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Graveyard Vineyards
6990 Estrella RdFun place to visit and wine to die for! Casual hangout and family run winery.
A major playmaker in the world of cabernet sauvignon, Austin Hope is a branch of the third-generation family-owned and -operated Hope Family Wines. Chuck Hope came to Paso Robles to farm grapes in 1978 and helped to establish the region’s AVA five years later before launching Hope Family Wines. Son Austin joined the team in 1996 and a now-legendary California wine label was born. Austin Hope pulls from the best grapes across the districts that are most defining of cabernet sauvignon in the region that has received countless accolades, notably as the #7 bottle in Wine Enthusiast's The Enthusiast 100 in 2020.
The Austin Hope & Treana Tasting Cellar is designed to create casual, accessible experiences for its luxury wines. There are lounges and cabanas to enjoy different types of tastings daily, and reservations are required. You can also participate in virtual tastings to enjoy a taste of Paso Robles from wherever you are in the world. Try the 2020 Austin Hope cabernet sauvignon ($56), which is the label’s most popular and highest-rated wine.
Secluded tastings with a vineyard view! One of our favorite tasting experiences.
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Austin Hope Winery
1585 Live Oak RdA major playmaker in the world of cabernet sauvignon, Austin Hope is a branch of the third-generation family-owned and -operated Hope Family Wines. Chuck Hope came to Paso Robles to farm grapes in 1978 and helped to establish the region’s AVA five years later before launching Hope Family Wines. Son Austin joined the team in 1996 and a now-legendary California wine label was born. Austin Hope pulls from the best grapes across the districts that are most defining of cabernet sauvignon in the region that has received countless accolades, notably as the #7 bottle in Wine Enthusiast's The Enthusiast 100 in 2020.
The Austin Hope & Treana Tasting Cellar is designed to create casual, accessible experiences for its luxury wines. There are lounges and cabanas to enjoy different types of tastings daily, and reservations are required. You can also participate in virtual tastings to enjoy a taste of Paso Robles from wherever you are in the world. Try the 2020 Austin Hope cabernet sauvignon ($56), which is the label’s most popular and highest-rated wine.
Secluded tastings with a vineyard view! One of our favorite tasting experiences.
Best views in Paso (this is a high end winery, so be prepared to pay higher wine prices and tasting fees)
DAOU Vineyards was born out of a desire to find the best terroir in California. Aspiring winemakers Georges and Daniel Daou found it in Paso Robles at a breathtaking site in the Adelaida District now called DAOU Mountain. The Daous were the first to bring cabernet clones from the most iconic regions around the world to Paso Robles and dreamed of making the region known for incredible cabernet and Bordeaux varietals in a land of zinfandel and Rhone-style wines. DAOU Vineyards has since produced the highest-rated cabernet sauvignon in the Central Coast region and nearly 60% of Paso Robles grapes are cabernet sauvignon or Bordeaux varietals.
You’ll need to be thoughtful about a visit to DAOU Vineyards, as it is advised to book your desired experience six weeks in advance. From guided walking tours around DAOU Mountain and off-roading adventures to elegant tastings with panoramic views of the vineyards, there’s something for every type of oenophile to experience here. Those new to the DAOU portfolio should try the 2019 Estate Soul of a Lion ($170), which boasts a 97+ rating from Robert Parker and is a brilliant showcase of DAOU Mountain’s unique terroir.
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DAOU Vineyards & Winery
Hidden Mountain RdBest views in Paso (this is a high end winery, so be prepared to pay higher wine prices and tasting fees)
DAOU Vineyards was born out of a desire to find the best terroir in California. Aspiring winemakers Georges and Daniel Daou found it in Paso Robles at a breathtaking site in the Adelaida District now called DAOU Mountain. The Daous were the first to bring cabernet clones from the most iconic regions around the world to Paso Robles and dreamed of making the region known for incredible cabernet and Bordeaux varietals in a land of zinfandel and Rhone-style wines. DAOU Vineyards has since produced the highest-rated cabernet sauvignon in the Central Coast region and nearly 60% of Paso Robles grapes are cabernet sauvignon or Bordeaux varietals.
You’ll need to be thoughtful about a visit to DAOU Vineyards, as it is advised to book your desired experience six weeks in advance. From guided walking tours around DAOU Mountain and off-roading adventures to elegant tastings with panoramic views of the vineyards, there’s something for every type of oenophile to experience here. Those new to the DAOU portfolio should try the 2019 Estate Soul of a Lion ($170), which boasts a 97+ rating from Robert Parker and is a brilliant showcase of DAOU Mountain’s unique terroir.
This winery was bought out by one of the big guys, but now it offers so much more than wine tasting... Halter Ranch Defender Picnic & Pairing: If you want to get off your feet but still enjoy a wiking-adjacent experience, the popular Defender Picnic and Pairing tour at Halter Ranch lets you experience the ambiance and adventure without breaking a sweat. These private estate tours and wine pairings are available for groups of four to six people ($200 per person) by reservation. 8910 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles
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Halter Ranch Vineyard
8910 Adelaida RdThis winery was bought out by one of the big guys, but now it offers so much more than wine tasting... Halter Ranch Defender Picnic & Pairing: If you want to get off your feet but still enjoy a wiking-adjacent experience, the popular Defender Picnic and Pairing tour at Halter Ranch lets you experience the ambiance and adventure without breaking a sweat. These private estate tours and wine pairings are available for groups of four to six people ($200 per person) by reservation. 8910 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles
Located in West Paso Robles, Booker Wines was founded by winemaker and farmer Eric Jensen, and his wife, Lisa. After working with other acclaimed wineries in the region, inclduding Saxum and L’Aventure, Jensen released his first vintage in 2005 and has become renowned for his Rhone-style wines, as well as his passion project, My Favorite Neighbor. Booker Wines is a CCOF-certified, solar-powered farm that’s as passionate about what isn’t going into its wine bottles as it is about what does.
Eric and Lisa opened up a new visitors space in 2021 with a design that mirrors the estate’s growing principles. Inspired by California minimalism, the estate is full of indoor-outdoor entertaining spaces that offer terraces for tranquil tastings and bocce fields for those looking to make an afternoon out of a trip to Booker. Check out the label’s 2019 Fracture ($98) which is Booker’s estate-exclusive flagship wine.
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Booker Vineyards
2644 Anderson RdLocated in West Paso Robles, Booker Wines was founded by winemaker and farmer Eric Jensen, and his wife, Lisa. After working with other acclaimed wineries in the region, inclduding Saxum and L’Aventure, Jensen released his first vintage in 2005 and has become renowned for his Rhone-style wines, as well as his passion project, My Favorite Neighbor. Booker Wines is a CCOF-certified, solar-powered farm that’s as passionate about what isn’t going into its wine bottles as it is about what does.
Eric and Lisa opened up a new visitors space in 2021 with a design that mirrors the estate’s growing principles. Inspired by California minimalism, the estate is full of indoor-outdoor entertaining spaces that offer terraces for tranquil tastings and bocce fields for those looking to make an afternoon out of a trip to Booker. Check out the label’s 2019 Fracture ($98) which is Booker’s estate-exclusive flagship wine.
Located in the Linne Valley just a few miles east of Paso Robles, Sculpterra Winery is a 135-acre estate that grows both grapes and pistachios. The estate is owned by Dr. Warren and Kathy Frankel, who moved here in 1979 and can often be found riding their horses across the property. Their son Paul, who grew up at the estate, became Sculpterra’s head winemaker in 2008. The winery produces two labels: its eponymous brand and Héroe, both of which have produced numerous award-winning wines.
Sculpterra Winery & Sculpture Garden is a must-visit for lovers of both wine and art, and walk-ins are welcome. The visitor’s center features a multi-million dollar sculpture garden that highlights an array of prominent artists. There’s always something going on at the winery, be it live music every weekend, monthly festivals, or intense table tennis matches at the winery’s “Central Park West” gaming area. Sculpterra recommends starting out with a bottle of the 2019 Figurine ($60), which is made of 50% primitivo, 40% cabernet sauvignon, and 10% merlot.
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Sculpterra Winery
5015 Linne RdLocated in the Linne Valley just a few miles east of Paso Robles, Sculpterra Winery is a 135-acre estate that grows both grapes and pistachios. The estate is owned by Dr. Warren and Kathy Frankel, who moved here in 1979 and can often be found riding their horses across the property. Their son Paul, who grew up at the estate, became Sculpterra’s head winemaker in 2008. The winery produces two labels: its eponymous brand and Héroe, both of which have produced numerous award-winning wines.
Sculpterra Winery & Sculpture Garden is a must-visit for lovers of both wine and art, and walk-ins are welcome. The visitor’s center features a multi-million dollar sculpture garden that highlights an array of prominent artists. There’s always something going on at the winery, be it live music every weekend, monthly festivals, or intense table tennis matches at the winery’s “Central Park West” gaming area. Sculpterra recommends starting out with a bottle of the 2019 Figurine ($60), which is made of 50% primitivo, 40% cabernet sauvignon, and 10% merlot.
Founded in 1981, Adelaida Vineyards & Winery is home to seven organically farmed estate vineyards in the coastal-influenced Santa Lucia Mountain range in West Paso Robles. Adelaida was one of the first 10 wineries in the AVA and quickly became the premier winery of its namesake district. While the winery started out with a sole focus on cabernet sauvignon, it has since expanded to produce chardonnay, pinot noir, and the dry-farmed zinfandel and Rhone-style wines Paso Robles is known for.
All visits to Adelaida Vineyards & Winery require a reservation to enjoy its array of tasting experiences across its wine estate vineyards, organic walnut ranch, and intentional wetlands. Tasting appointments are available Wednesdays through Mondays with three different experiences starting at $25 per person. The winery recommends introducing yourself to the portfolio with the 2019 Anna’s Red ($50), which Adelaida considers to be an ideal vintage.
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Adelaida Vineyards & Winery
5805 Adelaida RdFounded in 1981, Adelaida Vineyards & Winery is home to seven organically farmed estate vineyards in the coastal-influenced Santa Lucia Mountain range in West Paso Robles. Adelaida was one of the first 10 wineries in the AVA and quickly became the premier winery of its namesake district. While the winery started out with a sole focus on cabernet sauvignon, it has since expanded to produce chardonnay, pinot noir, and the dry-farmed zinfandel and Rhone-style wines Paso Robles is known for.
All visits to Adelaida Vineyards & Winery require a reservation to enjoy its array of tasting experiences across its wine estate vineyards, organic walnut ranch, and intentional wetlands. Tasting appointments are available Wednesdays through Mondays with three different experiences starting at $25 per person. The winery recommends introducing yourself to the portfolio with the 2019 Anna’s Red ($50), which Adelaida considers to be an ideal vintage.
City/town information
This cute beach town is a 30 minute drive from Paso Robles and the perfect place to cool down on a hot Paso day.
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Cayucos
This cute beach town is a 30 minute drive from Paso Robles and the perfect place to cool down on a hot Paso day.
Templeton is our neighboring town, just 4 miles from the downtown. You may not realize that the South side of Hwy 46 west is Templeton and the the North side is Paso Robles. Downtown Templeton offers an old west feel with restaurants and tasting rooms.
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Templeton
Templeton is our neighboring town, just 4 miles from the downtown. You may not realize that the South side of Hwy 46 west is Templeton and the the North side is Paso Robles. Downtown Templeton offers an old west feel with restaurants and tasting rooms.
Sightseeing
This winery in Santa Margarita — a tiny town off Highway 101, just before you take the steep, swooping plunge toward San Luis Obispo — is famous for its zip and sip tours. The high-flying adventure includes six zip lines, a 300-foot suspension bridge slung across a deep gorge, two short moderate-intensity hikes and a chance to learn about sustainable wine growing, local wildlife and the dining preferences of bears. (Spoiler: They favor pinot noir grapes.) And afterward, you’ll find the winery’s tasting room in town, ready to pour flights and tempt you with small bites.
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Margarita Adventures
22719 El Camino RealThis winery in Santa Margarita — a tiny town off Highway 101, just before you take the steep, swooping plunge toward San Luis Obispo — is famous for its zip and sip tours. The high-flying adventure includes six zip lines, a 300-foot suspension bridge slung across a deep gorge, two short moderate-intensity hikes and a chance to learn about sustainable wine growing, local wildlife and the dining preferences of bears. (Spoiler: They favor pinot noir grapes.) And afterward, you’ll find the winery’s tasting room in town, ready to pour flights and tempt you with small bites.
Paso Robles was named one of the "52 Places to Go" by the New York Times. However, the main reason that the city received that honor is still as relevant today as it was in the Before Times: Bruce Munro’s flower bloom-evoking masterpiece, Sensorio. The centerpiece work of art is the stunning “Field of Light,” a lit-up meadow of brilliantly colored flowers (actually about 58,800 stemmed spheres lit by fiber optics). Almost equally impressive are the “Light Towers,” an installation made of wine bottles located beyond the field. And it’s all so surreal because not only is this world renowned artistic spectacle in a random, small valley near the airport, there isn’t even an easily visible sign at the entrance. That being said, in a few short years, Sensorio has swiftly become one of California’s signature artistic sight. It’s about double the price for the VIP Experience, but it is worth keeping in mind that the single best viewpoint of the installation really is from the VIP Terrace’s elevated perch. // 4380 Highway 46 East (Paso Robles),
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Sensorio
4380 California 46Paso Robles was named one of the "52 Places to Go" by the New York Times. However, the main reason that the city received that honor is still as relevant today as it was in the Before Times: Bruce Munro’s flower bloom-evoking masterpiece, Sensorio. The centerpiece work of art is the stunning “Field of Light,” a lit-up meadow of brilliantly colored flowers (actually about 58,800 stemmed spheres lit by fiber optics). Almost equally impressive are the “Light Towers,” an installation made of wine bottles located beyond the field. And it’s all so surreal because not only is this world renowned artistic spectacle in a random, small valley near the airport, there isn’t even an easily visible sign at the entrance. That being said, in a few short years, Sensorio has swiftly become one of California’s signature artistic sight. It’s about double the price for the VIP Experience, but it is worth keeping in mind that the single best viewpoint of the installation really is from the VIP Terrace’s elevated perch. // 4380 Highway 46 East (Paso Robles),
Shopping
If you love shoes, you’ll quickly be enamored with this superb boutique devoted largely to chic shoes. The barnyard-industrial chic store has a strong selection of women’s footware (specifically sandals and leather shoes) by labels including Seychelles, Avarcas, and Ilse Jacobsen. // 835 12th St. (Paso Robles)
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Sole Tree
835 12th StIf you love shoes, you’ll quickly be enamored with this superb boutique devoted largely to chic shoes. The barnyard-industrial chic store has a strong selection of women’s footware (specifically sandals and leather shoes) by labels including Seychelles, Avarcas, and Ilse Jacobsen. // 835 12th St. (Paso Robles)