I stopped by Portabello's for a Sunday brunch and overall, I had a very nice experience. We were…read moreseated right away and provided menus promptly, which is always a good start. We ordered avocado toast, French toast, banana pecan pancake, house potatoes, and an Aperol spritzer. My avocado toast was served on a single very thick piece of bread, which had a very generous amount of avocado smash and was topped off with this delightful and fresh arugula salad. I added an over easy egg for an extra charge that was the perfect balance. The house salad was simple with butter lettuce, cherry tomatoes, radish, cucumber, with a light lemon house dressing that brought the salad together. It was refreshing. The French toast is pretty standard. Nothing that particularly stood out. The banana pecan pancake was delicious and shared with everyone at the table. The house potatoes were extra crispy on the outside but soft on the inside, which I found particularly satisfying. Overall, we had a pleasant experience and found Portabello's to be a good brunch spot in Salinas. The service was fast, the food portions were big, the food tasted fresh, and it was a nice ambiance. I would definitely return for the avocado toast and potatoes. Side note - I noticed Caesar Salad was misspelled on the menu as "Caeser"

Popped in father's Day brunch and wanted to check it out. There was a wide selection of entrées…read morethat included scrambled eggs, eggs Benedict and loco moco, French toast and pancakes as well as proteins like bacon and sausage. The service was okay as I was half way through my meal before I got coffee and ordered. Bloody Mary which was just okay with a lemon and olive on the stick...celery would have made it look prettier. The restaurant has modern feel in the courtyard area is usually the best place for an outdoor brunch.

Came here on a Friday when it wasn't too busy, and had a nice time. We enjoy their wine and the…read moreambiance of the place, and the rose especially crisp and refreshing on a nice spring day. Plus, Cass just has to stop by Cass when in town... We sat outside this time which was nicer than last time we came, and the food tasted fresher and even better. Our pizza was perfectly wood fired, and even though I'm not typically a big crab cake person, this was the best crab cake & greens I've ever had! I will be back for some rose and that crab cake alone. Not a snooty winery, and just a great vibe all around. You have to make Cass a regular Paso stop!

A genuine standout, even just for lunch. We only had time…read morefor lunch at Cass this trip, so I can't speak to the full property experience or the wine program in depth, but the food alone earns this review. The menu is incredibly well thought out, and everything we ordered delivered. The tri-tip sandwich is among the best versions of that sandwich we've had anywhere, full stop. The wood-fired oven items were all exceptional as well, every dish clearly made with real care and attention. This is a restaurant that would stand out on its own merits regardless of the winery attached to it. We will absolutely be back to properly explore the wine program and the rest of the property, but even on the strength of this one meal, Cass earns a strong recommendation. Legitimately exceeds expectations.

Visiting Paso Robles for a quick getaway so we did not make reservations ahead of time. However, we…read morecalled on our way to Paso and was able to snag a dinner reservation. They only had outdoor seating for the time we wanted to dine. Which worked out great for us. There's a heater outside so we were warm seating outside on this windy day. I think this was a better deal as the tables inside were very cramped/close together. There's just enough room to get by between tables! Out side we had a nice table and able to spread out a little. A much more comfortable option. We had a trainee waiter (Julio) and his supervisor Lalo ( I think that's his name). They had quite a list of specials the poor guy had to recite! He did a great job. The food was really good and portions were generous. We had Linguine ai muscoli di Mare e porri (withshrimp, scallops, clams and mussels) in a white wine sauce -I asked for the cream to be omitted. We also had the Orecchiette con rapine e luganega. Delicious and very generous portion We were stuffed and had to decline dessert. Definitely will come back again.

Well visiting Paso Robles for my first time. We somehow found the little gem. The salmon was…read moredelicious. Food ~ Fantastic! Service ~ Tentative! Ambiance ~ Pleasant!

Easy breasy Walked in…read more Great food Great service Great view Great drinks Great wine

Food was DELICIOUS! Crisp salmon dish was perfect! And FRESH, not frozen…read more My friend had the baby back ribs.also a winner! Service from Jose was great too. He was very knowledgeable about the menu and took time with us. Ambience was not good. They need to 1. Change the name. No one knows what a StokeHouse is. ‍ 2. Music didn't fit with the food. 3. Need a professional designer for decor. Hodgepodge of stuff on the walls and very weird. 4. Outside front entrance is not welcoming and people pass by not knowing what this is. It's a shame because the food is OUTSTANDING!!!

We went here for my birthday and it was a perfect choice. Nice ambiance, good service and the food…read morewas amazing!! We ate inside rather than on the heated patio on a very chilly night. My husband never orders chicken out, but on the recommendation of our waiter, he ordered it and was delighted. Best chicken in a restaurant ever. We also had the delicious bacon-wrapped dates and two wonderful salads -- the burrata and the pear and pecan. My main was the mushrooms and scallops pasta. SO good. The waiter recommended a local Chardonnay, so nice that I bought 2 bottles before leaving town. The owner-chef also spent about 15 minutes chatting with us as we were one of the last diners. It was one of my best birthday dinners ever! We will go back to Paso Robles just to dine here.

Tonight's meal was a disappointing experience. My husband and I were seated on the patio. It was a…read morechilly evening and despite the heaters I never felt comfortable. Of note, we were never given an option for indoor seating when making our reservation nor when we were seated. After ordering, we received our starter (shishito peppers) within 10 minutes. However once we finished the starter we waited an additional 30-40 minutes for our entrees. There was no communication from the wait staff at all, no refills on water, nothing. In fact in the patio dining area I saw three plates of food (including our peppers) delivered to tables in the hour we had been sitting there. Interestingly the wait staff all seemed very busy and moved around the restaurant but not much appeared to get done. Having worked in hospitality previously I have a lot of empathy for the staff as they seemed to lack direction and management support. My husband ordered the mushroom and scallop pasta. It was okay. Overpriced, but was tasty. I ordered the chile relleno and steak. The chile relleno was filled with a large amount of corn that tasted freezer burnt. My steak was thin and grey and overcooked. It was nearly all grey inside with a couple spots of pink. It wasn't seasoned either. The sauces on the plate were good. Our server was polite and did take it off the menu. However, no manager ever came by to check on us or any other table on the patio in the time we were there. I had high hopes for this place based on the reviews. It was a real let down to have a lackluster food and service experience at "one of the nicest places" in Paso.

Parchetto was at the top of our list during a recent wine tasting weekend in Paso Robles, and it…read moreabsolutely delivered. I had my eye on the lamb shank ahead of time, and it turned out to be perfection--easily the standout dish of the night. I've dined at many great restaurants, and they truly executed it beautifully. Everything else we ordered was just as impressive: well-balanced, flavorful, and clearly crafted with care. The restaurant itself is gorgeous, with thoughtful decor and a warm, inviting atmosphere (something I always pay attention to). Service was excellent--attentive without being overbearing. It's now at the top of my Paso Robles restaurant list, and we'll definitely be back. We belong to a couple of wine clubs in the area, so this will be a regular stop for us--especially for that lamb shank. Parking was easy, it wasn't too busy during our visit, and reservations can be made online without hassle. Coming from the Bay Area and being used to dining in both SF and LA, I can confidently say Parchetto holds its own. High-quality food and a great overall experience. Kudos to the team.

Parchetto -- you're up! I've had friends that have gone, and had wonderful food and experiences --…read moresome for the Sunday brunch, some for dinner. Also, same owners of Il Cortile, one of our favorites. The Sunday brunch is nice, eggs stuff, sandwiches, a burger. It had a Jazz trio that was a really nice touch. And, although our food, (me) pulled pork sandwich (awesome) and (the gf) pastrami (she loved) -- our server was so minimal that we complained and discussed with the manager (who was wonderful). I think we'll come back for dinner. Supposed to have amazing steaks and fish. Decor is very nice, modern, with a lovely long bar and great lighting. Yep, we'll be back.

Surprise find on the way back to highway 101 from a visit to see the wildflowers at Carrizo…read moreNational Monument. We needed a bio break and to stretch our legs. We came upon the intersection that Longbranch sits at and decided to check it out. Glad we did. We split the Smoked Pork Cuban Sandwich with fries and a pint of their rotating beer on tap. The sandwich was so good! Had a little zing at the end of each bite from the banana peppers included on the bottom. We both loved it. The beer was a Mosaic Pale Ale from a local SLO brewery called "There doesn't exist" We sat outside in their patio section, the weather was perfect. We learned our 3:30p Sunday arrival meant that we missed the live music they have on Sundays from noon-3pm. Bummer Service was quick and friendly. Would definitely return if it was along the path of our future travels.

I love a good dive bar and while the rustic vibe here is authentic, the food elevates the…read moreLongbranch Saloon far above your average dive bar. Folks rave about their food and they are right. Burgers are outstanding and the steak bites in chimichurri sauce rivaled higher end restaurants. I'll be back just for their food! The beer selection is good (Topa Topa Chief Peak and Level Line!). The staff is super friendly and efficient. AND they have live music which is a big bonus. Go check out the Longbranch. You will not be disappointed.

We were looking for a place to get dinner, and in talking with the rep at Derby Wine Estates…read moreearlier today, and he suggested the Junction. Tapas, wine? What's not to like? We snuck in without a reservation, and got seated immediately. A quick look at the menu indicated that this place was full Spanish as far as food. It took us a few minutes and we elected to go with the Chicken and Chorizo Paella, and an order of the Empanadas. The Empanadas come in a flight of 4, so it was two per person. They were quite tasty, and came with a small dish of a creamed hot sauce, which worked great with the empanadas. The Paella came out - it was a 30 minute cook time. The spices and the chicken and chorizo worked so well together. We had to find a wine that would work with this, and we went with a Derby Tempranillo. It was light enough to work, and cut the grease in the dish like a laser. We finished up with a Limoncello Tort, which was tasty. Ambiance is kind of mondernesque, with interesting power and gridwork overhead, and some sound deadening panels on the walls. There is a lot of art, so take some time to look around and appreciate it.

Junction brings elements of Spain to you with flavors and tapas that just hit the spot…read more The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating, they allow dogs in the back and provide them with water bowls. The restaurant has romantic and has a very rustic environment. Service was amazing, Luke was absolutely amazing and great with suggestions, he was overall just an amazing person to host us. He made sure to be check on us as often as possible he could and brought out the food in great timing. The junction paella- was very delicious, the depth of flavor was amazing and the Spanish chorizo was delicious and the chicken was really good. The rice just had these amazing flavors and had some heat as well. The mushroom empanadas were just amazing, the dough was crisp and buttery, the mushroom mix was so very delicious and the sauce they gave was such a perfect complement to the dish. The patatas bravas was my favorite to be honest... it's such a simple dish but it's just so good. The sauces and crispy textures of the potato were just delicious. Me and my wife came here at the end of our roadtrip And it's about 4 hours from where we live lol... but we enjoyed it so Much we would make the trip just to eat here again.

Truffle risotto was the special of the day and it was my favorite kind of risotto, so naturally I…read morewas thrilled. It did not disappoint. Portion size was perfect too, not so much that you're stuffed but enough that you actually feel satisfied. Service was flawless. Our server rattled off this massive list of specials completely from memory and it was honestly impressive. Only downside was our reservation put us on the outdoor patio and it was a little chilly for my taste, so I was a bit bummed we weren't seated inside. That small thing aside, I was really impressed with both the food and the service. Would absolutely go back, hopefully with a table in the dining room next time.

Menzamenz (half & half) (Italian slang): Wife and I made a…read morereservation for our Friday night date. Restaurant was packed with patrons in a very short time. It's quiet and comfortable inside. It was definitely upscale and I was able to easily park on the street. The bread they brought to the table was served with a type of spread. The waiter said they were out of olive oil tonight. We had to ask for butter. An extra basket of bread costs $5. and we had to wait for it! Our dinner was nearly done when they brought the second basket of bread to the table. Food was really good and prepared well. Dessert was good as well. They don't serve drip coffee. So, we ordered Americano instead. Service was good, too. Overall, we enjoyed the experience.

Server was very attentive. Place is very trendy and upbeat. I didn't like the serve yourself…read morebeer. Then tipping on it. Yikes. Reason for the 4 stars. Well. The food quality just isn't that great. Hard chips and cold. Dry pork. Etc. Just needs better quality. Still a fun place

OKAY, wow, the fries. Super crisp. The ranch also super yummy. Kind of reminded us of McDonald's -…read morethin, crunchy, salted well, and light.! WINGS - got all flats and loved it. Service was also great!