This spot has a good selection on the menu and the portions are large. Nope, scratch that not just large.. HUGE. The flavor of everything was tasty, the only drawback was that the sweet potato fries were a little on the crispy side, if you know what I mean. They have a nice little outside patio area overlooking the 101 which is nice to sit on and watch the cars go by. This is a no-frills, stick to your bones kind of restaurant, which is right up my alley. read more

When visiting the area I always plan a trip to Jose's Country Kitchen for breakfast. Being a creature of habit I usually order something that includes their delicious Chile Verde though any of the generously portioned breakfast plates is a great choice. While Jose's has a fairly large menu of lunch and dinner items never got past the breakfast menu. Today I went off program because one of my friends who lives in San Miguel sent me a picture of The Big Rig Burger that I just had to see up close and personal. This massive burger is built on a hubcap sized toasted sesame seed bun and stuffed with a one pound beef patty, bacon, jack cheese, mushrooms, avocado, strips of roasted green chiles, onions (grilled at my request), lettuce and tomato. This beast was well prepared, not super juicy but not dry and overall it was delicious. I treated it like a food challenge but in the end I lost. I am looking forward to the rematch. If you're a burger fan or you want to challenge a buddy to an eating contest I recommend you try The Big Rig Burger at Jose's Country Kitchen. read more

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Wanting to try a new breakfast place, and based on other reviews, we went to Jose's. What we got was a very mixed bag. Upon entering we were quickly directed to a table - that hadn't been cleaned properly. After it was, I went to wash my hands in their bathroom - which also needed cleaning. Not good. We both had Francisco omelets, which were surprisingly bland and devoid of seasoning (but I did love the variety of fruit they gave me instead of potatoes). Sadly, the coffee, which can be a mediocre meal's saving grace, wasn't very good either. However, our waitress was wonderful. So... the 3-star rating is based on: Cleanliness: 1 star Food: 2 stars Coffee: 2 stars Fruit: 5 stars Service: 5 stars See what I mean? Perhaps we caught them on a bad day or at a bad time, but with the exception of our lovely waitress and the yummy fruit, we were unimpressed, a little put off, and probably will not return. read more

Super solid diner with an amazing cook. Can't beat the prices with a stick! All the Mexican dishes are "bonito grande!". read more

Thanks to Rebecca for her amazing service! Our first time eating here, we were a party of 12 and Rebecca provided excellent service! The food was outstanding as well! We'll be back:) read more

We stopped by this place after a long drive, haven't had proper food for over 8hours and were starving. Fortunately for us, this was a gold mine. The food was great and this is not just my hungry stomach talking. This place has traditional diner food with mix of mexican style additions to it. It is a cozy little place and it seemed like there was only one person waiting tables but it definitely did not affect the service. We were well attended to and the food arrived quick. Totally going back again. It is right off 101 which makes it perfect for a food stop on road trips. read more

Jose's Country Kitchen - Machacha - American Near Me - Paso Robles, California

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Great place tucked behind a truck stop. Excellent cheeseburgers and fresh cut fries. A real hidden diner gem, you won't be disappointed.

Truck stop and Paso/San Miguel locals place. Hashbrowns were not quite cooked through. Good biscuits and gravy. Both omelets were large. Machaca was ok. Green chili lacked flavor. Can't really recommend. read more

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Right off the freeway for some quick eat and go grub. Road trip stop. I make the drive from Vegas to Monterey regularly, so something that isn't fast food and convenient is ideal. Jose's is very no frills, and like others have mentioned very truck stoppish. But the service is friendly, and the food was good. I had the Jose's Burger with a huge roasted pepper in it and it was delicious. A no nonsense burger with fresh veg, well seasoned meat, and a side of onion rings that were not frozen.. yum. Can you find a better meal? Probably, but for the money and the convenience if your road trippin it then it may be perfect for you. read more

Great little restaurant right on the 101. Huge Truck Parking area also. The restaurant has an old fashioned counter to sit at like the good old days. The food is very good, homestyle with a blend of American and Mexican dishes. The staff is super friendly also. I highly recommend this place for travelers and truck drivers. Stop and end dinner, sleep in the parking lot and have breakfast before you head back out read more

I've had take out from here a couple of times. No frills, but the food is good! I definitely recommend it.

What a pleasant surprise this little roadside cafe was. Hidden behind a truck stop but don't let that deter you. Good food (both our meals were fresh and tasty) and the service friendly. Can't say how many times we have passed by on our way down 101 but will now be on our lunch stop list on the way to the Paso wine country. read more

Really nice old fashioned food. Can't go wrong with anything on the menu. Surprised they are busier!

To expensive, for grits and 4 slice of bacon, have to pay $20 bucks, it way over priced! Thank you no more!! read more

Jose's Country Kitchen - American Near Me - Paso Robles, California

Whenever I find myself in this area, I always make a point to stop at Jose's Country Kitchen for an exceptional meal! The food here is always delicious and their portion sizes are VERY generous :-) The menu has lots of options with dishes ranging from sandwiches to burgers to Mexican cuisine to steaks. Even better - they serve breakfast all day! The prices are very reasonable, and the service is excellent too :-) read more

Just when I thought I had found the penultimate breakfast place in Templeton, I tripped over Jose's on Yelp. This place definitely has its merits and will be a place I will eagerly alternate with Joe's. Just don't tell the others that this is here, ok? While the light brew coffee was just ok, I can forgive, because I know Paso Robles has more than its share of gourmet coffee houses to feed my snobby habit. Moving on... We shared a Linguica Omelet with jack cheese, and sauteed onions, tomato, and mushrooms. Great linguica, this omelet was masterfully simple and good. I can definitely recommend this. To find this little gem, look for the 76 gas station/truck stop on the 101 Hwy north of town, in the middle of nowhere. Bad signage, there is nothing that says the name Jose's in front. And sure, this place looks divey, but this is a very good, clean one with friendly staff. And then there are the locals. A plethora of ball capped, bearded,Vietnam vets, who drive up in their pick up trucks with over sized tires. Trust me, they know good food, I would follow them anywhere. You think I'm making this up? I could not help but admire the food passing by...a massive breakfast burrito with chorizo, plump pancakes, thick, nicely done bacon, and of course, the chicken fried steak. I would definitely try this here, after tasting their food. If that is not enough, now we are talking homemade pies My disappointment was there were none. Sold out. And the lady who comes in to bake them was not due to show up for a couple of hours. They were to be made later in the day. Sob. Paso Roblans, yer lucky. read more

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Great Food, Great Portions, Great Service. My friend's phone was about to die and needed to charge (complicated issue), needed a wall outlet. Server was nice enough to help plug it in behind the counter. It wouldn't have led me to rate this place any worse if she didn't help, but that was very kind. read more

Always great food and good service. A little off the beaten path place to go when everyone else is flooding down town. Never disappoints

Worst $20 I ever spent Jesus Christ there was n taste to it. Ground beef for steak how? $4 for a medium soda l. Had to throw it away. This was the worst meal I've ever had read more

Jose's Country Kitchen - Steak Burger Steak - American Near Me - Paso Robles, California

We went on Easter on the way back from LA. The food was excellent, service was fine, prices were super reasonable (They should raise them :)). The taco shell for my taco salad was fried to perfection, it was exactly what you imagine when you think of a taco salad. The fries were class diner fries, crispy and salty. Everyone left happy. Would love to go back next time we are in the area. read more

Tasty food, clean, great service. We stop whenever we are in the area. Tons of parking and plenty of space for RVs.

Ok. This is EXACTLY the kind of place one hopes to find in a diner. Start with the waitress, Jeanine, whose warm, friendly welcome made us want to come back before we had even ordered. Plus, excellent (as in matching our) taste in music. Husband and I shared a GIGANTIC Denver omelette. Onions and peppers were perfectly grilled; ham was fine but not epic, and I would guess at least a four-egg omelette. As sides, husband picked grits and I chose corn tortillas. Vegetarian son had chiles rellenos (delicious) with rice, beans (more baked bean than Mexican bean style), corn tortillas, most of the slice of coconut cream pie and was almost full - which is kind of amazing if you know him. I ate some crust of the pie - which is rare - kind of sugar cookie-ish with a touch of cinnamon. We do this drive often and are thrilled to add a potential stop on the 101. Oh, really cheap gas too (if you pay cash). read more

My husband was craving diner food after a long drive... Came in to Jose's based on high Yelp ratings...the place has legitimately good food. My husband ordered steak and eggs...angus steak cooked nicely with over easy eggs and hash, comes with toast too! I ordered pork chops and mash, the cup of homemade chicken soup is the star! I had left overs, still tastes good the next day:) (written by husband) read more

Jose's Country Kitchen - Steak and eggs $15 (comes with toast too) - American Near Me - Paso Robles, California

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This place was so good! I got the basic two-egg, bacon, hash browns, and toast combo and my family got a variety of different breakfasts. I tasted my hubby's biscuits and gravy and it was super good. Would recommend this spot to anyone passing through Paso Robles! read more

Just passing thru and decided to stop in. This is a place that deserve a try. I was greeted and seated promptly and my server was very attentive and just genuinely happy and I benefited totally. I ordered enchiladas with rice, the plate was excellent. If I'm ever back in the area I'm stopping in again. *Please add green sauce to the menu!* read more

Jose's Country Kitchen - Greatness. - American Near Me - Paso Robles, California

food not bad but service is terrible. unhappy servers. dont refill coffee or water lots of flys read more

Great little restaurant tucked away in a truckstop. Don't let that put you off, the food is excellent and homemade. Thursdays is tri tip day that they roast on the grill out back. I think it's available after 11am or so. read more

Stopped here on the way down to LA, and was pleasantly surprised by the well appointed menu. Delicious food, huge portions, and fast and friendly service! read more

We went as a family, with a toddler, after a Christmas pageant. What a treasure. LOVE IT. Jeanine was so very hospitable and efficient patient and kind. Good old-fashioned comfort food and very relaxing. We'll be back!! read more

Went in with wife for lunch. Place almost empty. Sat down waited for waitress for approximately 10 minutes. No came over said hello anything. Walked by at least 3 times read more

Never have I ever eaten at a truck stop. But this place is just exactly what you need after a long drive coming down from Monterey to LA. The food is delicious and in abundance and the host is charming. Highly recommended! read more

Wow! Pleasant roadside surprise! Good-sized menus with a variety of options (including kids). Quality ingredients, cooked well, and friendly service. The veggie burger was so good! It was your standard veggie patty but cooked to perfection, topped with swiss, and served on a bakery fresh bun. My baked potato was cooked perfectly. The potato skillet was flavorful and large portion. The kid's grilled cheese was tasty served on sourdough with cheddar and fresh cut seasoned fries. My boy inhaled the quesadilla. If we're out this way again, we'll plan a stop here. read more

The food were very good coupled with friendly service. The place maybe full packed but the staff can still manage to check on each customers if everything is good. read more

One of our favorite places to go on the weekend! Great food, great service! Love sitting on the patio

Great place to stop relax inside or outside just kick back and chill. Amazing food. Huge portions and very moderate prices. Add the great service with all of the waitresses. If you haven't been there you need to go, get well fed and served read more

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Had the homemade sausage Patty, eggs & home fries with bell peppers & onions-so fresh and so delicious! Staff was very prompt and friendly. Great portion size. Hubby had chicken fried steak with b&g . Definitely recommend! 6 Oz. Homemade read more

Typical diner food with large portions. Great for those looking to bulk up but bad if you're looking to shed lbs. Was warned about the Big Rig Burger prior to ordering but I failed to heed the warnings and by golly, this was one big boy! I normally have no trouble eating four hamburgers from In-N-Out so this was not a daunting task but for those without a highly distensable stomach, be careful not to hurl after eating this. A toasted sesame bun encloses a full lb of handformed beef patty with cheese, chile verde, grilled onions, avocado, bacon, melted jack cheese. Tasty but extremely heavy! Will leave you full and then some. read more

Jose's Country Kitchen - Big rig burger the size of four McDonald's hamburgers with 1 lb beef patty - American Near Me - Paso Robles, California

This diner is a little hidden gem! My review mainly is focused on their breakfast because that's all I've eaten there before but overall this place is good. Prices are very affordable and food portion is good. They have a little bit of everything for everyone, our family enjoys going there. One of my favorite dishes is the chilaquiles and the chile verde omelette. My husband like the biscuits and gravy and the streak and eggs. Kids menu also has good food options and the portions are great! Depending on the day it can get busy and there is some wait but the staff is very friendly and they do accommodate everyone. read more

Wonderful truck stop eatery with the best enchilada and home fry potatoes around! The chicken fried and eggs is huge and tasty! Plus fuel is cheaper here than most anywhere! read more

Staff was friendly, but not COVID compliant. The food lacked flavor. The coffee was good!