The food is decent but the service/ hospitality is awful. I would've liked to visit again but when I asked a question about something on the menu the manager (I think she was the manager) was extremely rude. I used to work in hospitality and even the manager seemed like she didn't know the basics of customer service. read more

This place is a great getaway. The outdoor area is awesome for me and my family. The kids can run around wild and free while my wife and I connect without any worry of distraction since there is no phone service, which is amazing. The food has always been great and beer even better. read more

I went here a few weeks ago on my home to Los Osos from AT after I taught a class there. It was early afternoon..I was hungry..and had seen a review on Facebook who had gushed about it. Beautiful new interior compared to the old dark grungy BBQ place. The place was quiet and the owners greeted me quickly. I decided to sit down at the bar. The menu is small, but took me a while to decide because it all sounded delicious. I decided to go for the Station burger with comes with french fries..twice fried according to menu. The burger and fries did not disappoint. Burger was cooked exactly how I asked..a good amount of pink in it. Flavorful meat, cheddar, lettuce, pickle and sauce..the whole experience was delicious. The fries were exactly how I like them..very thin cut..crispy due to being twice fried..perfect...and quite a pile! I sat at the counter so was able to chat up the owner..her and her husband own the place and parents helping out. Super friendly! I will definitely be back..i heard the cauliflower "wings" are fabulous.. read more

5 stars would mean I'd rather eat here than cook it myself.Been here twice, never been asked for my preference on the cook temp. Both times the burger came out medium which imo is not the best but should satisfy the majority. Other than that, the flavors are good and somewhat creative. Fun atmosphere and a casual place to meet my friends from north county. read more

I am really impressed by the food here. We ordered the bahn mi tots, fried chicken sandwich, and a kids burger. The food took quite some time to come out but it was well worth the wait. Only a few beers on tap, so best not to bring a snooty or picky beer drinker. My kid loved his burger, my husband enjoyed everything we ordered, and I really enjoyed the bahn mi tots! We will definitely be back! read more

This place is great! Love the food, good beverage selection, lovely indoor dining space and terrific outdoor area. Super good vibes.

Menu at the restaurant limited when compared to menu listed on website . Nothing extraordinary about the $16 or $17 burger. read more

There's a new kid in town, at least new to me. Seems when I've been by before, it's always been closed, but this time, luck was with me at it was open. There was lots of parking in front and on the side. You can enter through the front into a rustic open dining area. But everyone was entering using the back side gate. And for good reason. You'll find a lovely garden, full of flowers, herbs, grass, and picnic tables. It's surprisingly quiet, considering you're sitting just yards away from Hwy. 41. The regular menu includes burgers (Beyond Meat can be substituted), sandwiches, and salads. I was tempted to try the regular menu, being beckoned by things such as white cheddar, brioche, marinated portobello mushrooms. But I stood firm and opted for one of the specials, the smoked salmon platter, complete with fresh baguette, capers, cornichons, red onions, and a very airy cream cheese spread. My husband ordered the Cayucos Sausage Co. Sandwich, fresh onions, pickles, whole grain mustard, all on a lightly toasted baguette, with fries. Of course I tried his sandwich! So delicious. I was amazed by the high level of service. The staff was knowledgeable, attentive, and professional. Our food was brought to our table in under ten minutes. They even held my lime pie until after I had finished my main course. Oh, it turns out I was much too full to eat the pie, so they boxed it up to go (in a bio-degradable container). I can't wait to go back and try some of the other items. This place was a real treat. Oh, and dogs are welcome, except on the grass. read more

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Great little restaurant offering up local flavors in the beautiful Santa Lucía mountains between Morro Bay and Atascadero. Beautifully redone interior with reclaimed wood paneling. It creates a quaint space that makes it easy to relax while enjoying the food and drink. The selection of beers makes it easy for anyone to find something they like, and the food menu contains a great variety of options with interesting takes on common items. What I really like is that they pull much of their flavors from local suppliers. Many food options contain items that are locally grown or produced, and the beer was from the Central Coast (they do have wine, but I'm not much of a wine drinker). It's close to both Atascadero and Morro Bay, and would be a great place to stop in at as you travel the 41. But what makes this place great is that it is worth the short drive to experience a meal with super friendly staff in such a beautiful setting. As a local to the area, I couldn't be happier. read more

OH MY GOD. I almost dont have the words to say. And honestly nothing I can say would do this place justice. I would have to say this is my new Friday spot. I am in love. The atmosphere, the food, the beer. I have literally nothing to complain about. EAT HERE! You wont regret it. read more

What a gem! Great food and beer in a beautiful location halfway between Atascadero and Morro Bay where no one would expect a restaurant. The dining areas are outdoors or partially covered, with heaters. Cool wait staff, bartenders, chefs, and owners who are friendly and knowledgeable about the food, drinks, and area. Get the cheese curds! read more

Beyond doubt one of the greatest kept secrets on our community. The Halfway Station is unparalleled in both its culinary fare and service. Great job you guys!!! You seriously set the bar read more

I love Halfway. My wife and I are new to SLO County and we used to cruise by all the time (it's about halfway between Morro Bay and Atascadero on the 41) and one day decided to drop by for lunch, and now we eat here at least once a week. All the employees are super friendly and really attentive. It's never packed, they have a big yard with lots of outdoor seating and for vegetarians they have delicious Beyond Burgers, deep fried cheese curds, fries, and tots. read more

Awesome little food and bar in between Atascadero and Morro. Not too crowded on a Sunday night and great for kids! read more

Halfway Station - Inside seating with bar and a variety of tables - New American Near Me - Atascadero, California

This place is amazing! I've eaten there three times since they've had their soft opening. The food is absolutely incredible and the service is spectacular! I like the fact that it's a family run business. They making great food with good beer and wine. I highly recommend the burgers and think they are the best burgers in the county! read more

Fun place, fantastic food. First time here, noticed it last week driving by, and thought looks an interesting restaurant. Looked at the menu online and went there this week for lunch. Best beet and goat cheese salad around. The ban mi burger was fantastic. We will be back and bringing friends and family with us. read more

We drove past this place many times, usually on the way from Paso to Morro Bay for lunch, so we didn't stop for food. Finally went on my own (well, with the dog) after a day at the beach. The food menu, while not extensive, is solid and the wine and beer selection is the same. All the women working there were very friendly and attentive. It was a very hot day, so I ordered an ahi salad and a local IPA and grabbed a bench in the shade. The food came out promptly and the salad was the best ahi salad I've ever had. My dog was happy in the shade with a bowl of water, but I did notice a sign asking customers to keep dogs off the grassy area. That grassy area and the stage look very inviting and we'll be sure to head back on an evening when live music is scheduled. It's a very friendly place and customers and employees alike seemed to be having a nice day. read more

Some of the BEST FOOD on the Central Coast. You must stop and try it out the next time you're coming down the 41!! The owners are a lovely couple who make everything from scratch (hand-cut, fresh French fries with homemade curry ketchup are to die for). Meat is local- burgers from fresh beef right in Templeton, cheese is mostly central coast creamery, walnuts are from a tree right next door, desserts are homemade, and the list goes on...it's ALL fabulous! Beer & wine too read more

My husband and I came into town for the weekend (Friday - Sunday). We were looking for a covid-safe, dog friendly place to eat Friday night before we checked into our lodging. I'm vegan and my husband is an omnivorous chef, so there is always a lot of intention around our dining experiences. Unfortunately, it's hard to find a place in the Paso area that can accommodate both of us AND truly impress our palates. I'm happy to report that Halfway Station succeeded! After loving our meal so much Friday night, we decided to grab lunch on our way out of town Sunday. The cauliflower wing appetizer is INSANE (flavor & texture) and I'm kind of a connoisseur lol. We put in a second order as soon as we took our first bites (it's a small order and we were super hungry). We got ahead of ourselves and ended up eating the last couple wings hours later and they were STILL crispy, which says everything you need to know. For our entrees I had the veganized portobello burger which was a little heavy on the vegan cheese (daiya mozz) for my taste, but overall delicious. My husband had the fried green tomato special with shrimp, which he loved. On Sunday, we obviously got more cauliflower wings, I had the portobello tacos with avocado (very well-marinated & really glad I added the avo) and my husband really wanted the J&R bratwurst, but they were out, so he ended up with the burger and was not disappointed. The fries are double fried by default, which makes them pretty perfect. We're biannual Paso visitors so this will definitely be a go-to for us. Great service, family and dog friendly, beautiful no frills outdoor dining area, quality wine & beer menu.... Even if it's out of your way, GO! *My fellow vegans: they can sub Beyond burgers for regular burgers and they have Daiya, as well as vegan menu options that don't require modifications, so you will be well taken care of here (not much of a salad menu though). Cheers! read more

We're new to SLO County, but had heard about Halfway Station from several different people we've met. This place is the perfect balance between casual dining and truly terrific farm to table food. One of our diners is gluten free and another is vegan. Both had many options. The spicy Korean cauliflower wings were out of this world, as were the burgers and weekly specials. Terrific beer and wine list too. Covid protocols in place made us feel totally comfortable. The owner Autumn and her team provided friendly and attentive service too. We went back twice in four days. All in all, we had a great time at Halfway Station. Hope you do too! read more

Awesome spot to get craft beer, sit at a picnic table outside, and eat some hipster food. Ambiance is awesome, they even have a cat that comes by to say hello. They post their specials on their website, so check it out to see what's new! Their gumbo special is one of my faves. read more

Finally an amazing place that serves the best burger on the central coast. The mushroom tacos are also delicious. I have tried almost everything on the menu and have been extremely happy. The staff/owners are super nice and the decor and atmosphere are wonderful inside and out. I'm so excited to have a local place to go for an excellent meal every time. I have also taken out of town guests here and they say they would make the trip just to eat there. Yay read more

We had read he Yelp ratings and decided that we had to try this place. We had eaten there under prior ownership and loved the location. Well, put simply the Yelp ratings were correct. We loved this place. They were COVID safe, had a nice outside eating area, and the girl working was really sweet. The food was great. Healthy and very tasty. We had Korean Cauliflower wings, Portobello Mushroom Tacos, and the sausage special. Soooo good. Lots of other things to try-which we will! Highly recommend. read more

One of the best Cuban sandwiches off the 41! Super friendly service too, with a great atmosphere

Perfectly cooked garlicky balsamic chicken breast on a brioche bun with fresh basil pesto! I enjoyed every bite. Feels like the middle of nowhere yet only 12 minutes from my house in Atascadero. Be prepared to put your phone away since cell service was out of range--that's a plus in my book. Taking my husband back tomorrow since I was out and about on my own today. read more

By far my most favorite place to dine outside at on the Centeral Coast! Food is just as good now as it ever was, no loss in quality with to go. Staff are so professional and friendly. Their outdoor area is everything you want sitting outside clean open areas green grass and shaded areas. read more

So I've lived in the area my whole life. I'm a foodie and this was my first time to the Half away Station. We had girls night here and I was very surprised at how amazing the food was. Everything was super hot, fresh and tasted amazing! We got the cauliflower wings, fish and chips, cheese curds, beet and goat cheese salad and the portobello mushroom tacos. Highly recommend it all. Everything was above our expectations! I love that they have vegetarian/vegan options and I can't wait to go back with my family! read more

I love what the current owners have done to the place, such a difference from precious owners. Great locally sourced food.

This place is fantastic! It has a great vibe, and the people are super friendly. They are open for outdoor dining and takeout during COVID. The patio tables are spaces appropriately, and food is served in take out containers. They are doing everything they can to make it as safe as possible. Now down to the good stuff - the food! ABSOLUTELY DELICIOUS!!! I can't say enough good things. The menu is small but diverse. There are options for vegetarians and meat lovers. We shared the cauliflower wings, the ahi appetizer, the roasted beet salad, and the portabella tacos. We finished the meal with the peanut butter pie. The cauliflower wings were so good! They were gone before I thought to take a picture. Fair amount of spice and the creamy cilantro sauce was not overpowering but offered enough coolness to balance it. The seared ahi was fresh and clean with a significant amount of flavor. The chopped corn nuts on top were great! Just the perfect crunch!! The portablella tacos were excellent. Loads of flavor and texture! (The Roasted beet salad was not given a fair shot because we were pretty full by then. It stood up well for leftovers. I particularly liked the dressing that came with it) We saved just enough room for the peanut butter pie. I cannot stress this enough. SAVE ROOM FOR DESSERT. You will thank me. It was divine. Smooth and silky with a great chocolate graham cracker crust. The perfect amount of sweetness to peanut butter ratio and the crunchy pretzel topping was sooo nice with it. It really topped off the pie! You can't go wrong with anything you order! read more

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First time here. FOOD IS... BANGING! Definitely kicking myself for all the meals wasted on something else. Back soon.

Love the Halfway station. The food is fabulous , the staff super nice and attentive. If you pass this place up and down the 41 STOP! You will be happy you did! read more

Halfway Station - Awesome food! Love the Korean cauliflower wings, station burger, the specials are amazing! Good atmosphere and lovely staff and owners. - New American Near Me - Atascadero, California

I have been there a few times and every time it has been fabulous. The Cubano is one of the best I've had. The wine and ciders are a perfect compliment to the food. The service is always excellent - friendly and safe. read more

Awesome ambiance ambiance and food! Always great to stop to or from the beach and get a burger and a glass of wine.

We went to Halfway station after reading their Yelp reviews. All I can think is that they must be friends or family because the food was absolutely terrible. They have a very tiny and very odd menu. But again, they had five stars so it must be good, right? We both tried one bite of the Asian style fried cauliflower and the cheese curds before pushing it away. Then the $16 burger came and it was to our surprise, tiny. It too was burnt and bland. The place was empty and really it should be. Their prices for everything was just far too high for the quantity and definitely for the quality. The venue could be awesome and we loved their outdoor space but the food...we paid the bill but left without eating. read more

Delicious food! Halfway Station has the best restaurant food that I've tasted in awhile. And it's peaceful yard is the perfect place to enjoy a meal at a social distance. read more

Family owned and absolutely charming. Had great food with a definite spin on the taste.. my daughters and I are vegitarian. We ordered the cauliflower wings, cheese platter, and vegitarian street tacos made with mushroom. All of it was absolutely fabulous. My 18 year old hates mushrooms and was hesitant to try the vegitarian tacos, but when she did, she wanted more. She couldnt believe how much she loved them.. My husband, the only meat eater, had the station burger with fries and said the fries resembled a fresher tastier in and out fry and he said the burger was juicy and very tasty.. When we find ourselves in the area we will 100% come back for more read more

Beautiful location, wonderful ambience, great food and drinks, and good service. Love the outdoor seating area and they have a small stage for music as well. Perfect place to hang out with friends. read more

A small group of us celebrated my birthday here over the weekend and every single one of us LOVED it. The food was delicious, service was great, and don't even get me started on the cheesecake. I've been dreaming about it ever since. I drove by there today and seriously thought about ordering a whole one to take home (lol). No but really... The back patio had heaters for each table and I didn't even notice the chilly weather until we left. The bocce ball was great for the kids (although I know it's more of a grown ups game.) My family lives on the coast and I live in Atascadero, so this place truly will be our HALFWAY meeting point from now on. Highly recommend. Great job to the new owners, the place looks great. read more

This is an excellent family run restaurant that utilizes local ingredients and fresh products. The service is just lovely and food tastes really good. Highway 41 has been in need of a business like this for decades and finally we have it. I look forward to bringing my family and friends here as much as possible. read more

Great food, great service, great location! The burgers taste wonderful. The french fries are perfectly cooked. It all comes at a reasonable price point. I will definitely be back next time around read more