Breakfast
Brunch (yes, that’s the name): https://www.brunchpaso.com//
Elevated breakfast and brunch cuisine with champagne, wine and beer available, near the downtown park. Approximate 13 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Joe’s Place: https://www.joesplace805.com/
Casual breakfast and lunch diner and locals’ favorite. Approximate 15 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Cider Creek Bakery: https://www.cidercreekbakery.com/
This bakery and deli serves up all of the traditional fresh baked goods and pastries your heart may desire, and they also have a variety of breakfast sandwiches and breakfast burritos, soups, sandwiches, and salads. Approximate 16 minute drive from the Airbnb.
The Morning After Café: https://www.facebook.com/MorningAfterCafePR/
One of the few places in Paso with bottomless mimosas, this is the place to go for a leisurely, boozey breakfast or brunch. Approximate 13 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Lunch
Papi’s Tacos and Gorditas: https://www.ubereats.com/store/papis-tacos-y-gorditas/hSEWiC08VYiozEywUNkbiA
Located at 1401 Park Street, Paso. This locals’ favorite Mexican food restaurant serves lunch and dinner daily. The ambiance is very casual, but the food makes up for it. Approximate 13 minute drive from the Airbnb.
TASTE! craft eatery: https://www.tastepasorobles.com/
Open 7 days a week for lunch and dinner (and brunch on the weekends), this restaurant features a menu of small items to be combined together for a very satisfying meal. Full beer, wine and cocktail menu. Good for dinner too. Overlooking the downtown park. Approximate 13 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Firestone Walker Brewing Company: https://www.firestonebeer.com/paso-robles-taproom/
The Taproom Restaurant is a lovely place to outside (or inside) while sipping a beer and enjoying the gastropub menu. Approximate 18 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Basil Thai Restaurant: https://www.facebook.com/people/Basil-restaurant/100063864270968/
Thai cuisine, beer and wine with a lovely ambiance overlooking the park. Great for dinner too. Approximate 13 minute drive from the Airbnb.
La Cosecha Bar + Restaurant: https://lacosechabr.com/
Latin-inspired California fusion fine dining menu—perhaps difficult to describe but definitely delicious. Great for dinner too. Overlooking the downtown park. Approximate 13 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Cello Ristorante & Bar: https://www.allegrettovineyardresort.com/the-resort/cello-ristorante-bar
This upscale yet casual Mediterranean restaurant is located in the gorgeous Allegretto Vineyard Resort. Enjoy your meal overlooking the beautiful terrace and landscaping, then take your beverage of choice with you as you meander the hallways, corridors and grounds of the estate to enjoy the myriad paintings, sculptures and topiaries. Great for dinner too. Approximate 10 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Dinner
China Gourmet Restaurant: http://www.thechinagourmet.net/
If you’re craving Chinese food, this is the place to get it in Paso. Approximate 16 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Roots on Railroad: https://www.rootsonrailroad.com/menu
This casual walkup offers smash burgers, poke bowls, lobster rolls, and more. Plus, it is connected to The Backyard beer garden, allowing you to enjoy your food alongside a draft on the patio (no indoor dining) next to a firepit, and experience live music on the weekends or trivia, bingo, and karaoke midweek (https://www.thebackyardpaso.com/). Kid-friendly. Approximate 13 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Street Side Ale House: http://www.streetsidealehouse.com/
Another casual (but elevated casual) eatery, with a great bar atmosphere that can accommodate large groups. Good for lunch too. Approximate 13 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Blast & Brew: https://blastandbrew.com/paso-robles/
The only (small) chain restaurant you’ll find on my list. This is a great place to grab a drink (with over 25 beers, ciders and wines on top), some food, and watch a sports game. Kid-friendly as well. Good for lunch too. Approximate 13 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Buona Tavola: http://btslo.com/paso-robles/
Hand-crafted northern Italian cuisine with a nice ambiance. Approximate 16 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Fish Gaucho: https://www.fishgaucho.com/
Modern Mexican-inspired cuisine and seafood with an impressive tequila and cocktail menu. Great for lunch too. Reservations strongly recommended Approximate 13 minute drive from the Airbnb.
The Hatch Rotisserie + Bar: http://www.hatchpasorobles.com/
This Michelin Guide recognized restaurant features wood-fired comfort food with a focus on chicken. Their famous fried chicken is only available Tues-Thurs. Reservations strongly recommended. Approximate 15 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Thomas Hill Organics: https://www.thomashillorganics.com/
This organic, farm-to-table restaurant and wine bar does not disappoint and has an ever-changing menu. Reservations strongly recommended. Good for lunch too. Closed on Wednesdays. https://www.thomashillorganics.com/
Six Test Kitchen: https://sixtestkitchen.com/ (and check them out on Instagram)
This intimate, Michelin-starred restaurant is located in Tin City and features an ever-changing menu based on the season and freshest ingredients available at the time. Reservations are required and should be made well in advance. Approximate 18 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Cocktail Bars
The Alchemists’ Garden: https://www.alchemistsgarden.com/
Craft cocktails taken to a whole new level. Reservations strongly recommended. Approximate 13 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Eleven Twenty Two: https://www.eleven-twentytwo.com/
A modern speakeasy with master mixologists. Approximate 13 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Tetto Rooftop Bar: https://www.thepiccolo.com/tetto
One of the only rooftop bars downtown, the ambiance is lovely and there is often live music. Approximate 14 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Cane Tikki Room: https://www.canetikiroom.com/
A tiki bar with craft cocktails. Approximate 13 minute drive from the Airbnb.
Libretto: http://librettopaso.com/
Reservations are required and only available for certain events, but this cocktail lounge and music venue hosting world-class acts is not to be missed if you can help it. Approximate 13 minute drive from the Airbnb.