I had a solid salad and burger here once. The salad had filet mignon and was GENEROUS with the…read moretoppings. I really liked the balance of flavors and textures and colors. It was massive and so filling. The beef was cooked very well! It's very close to hotels and a great choice for a lunch or dinner. I liked the salad options since other places may have a salad with very little protein. At another time I did get the smashburger adn this was definitely so juicy and delicious. Fries are perfectly crisp and flavorful. I really enjoyed my meals here and would recommend overall.

Great smash burger and fries! My friends and I had a coupon book from Cal Poly for a deal of $7…read moredouble smash burger, fries, and a drink. Honestly, a great priced lunch! It's located next to Ribline and had plenty of seating available for people to enjoy their food. The first time we went, they only gave us one patty which was odd since the coupon stated double smash but no worries, we still went back since it was a great deal. The second time around, the guy that helped us was extremely nice and had the best customer service I've experienced in a hot minute. The burger was good but it was a little salty this time around. The ratio of bun and everything else was a 2:1. Other than that, it was still a decent burger!

Chef Garrett earned his reputation as Best of SLO - Best Chef! The Chicken Wontons are "To Die…read moreFor"! The same goes for his Bao Buns! I first experienced his food at City Farm SLO events. I went to his Monday night buffet for the first time, this evening. His vegetable dishes are outstanding. He knows how to incorporate exotic spices to bring out the flavor of the food he is serving, not overwhelm it. We are privileged to have Chef Garrett here, instead of losing him to Europe, Asia, or some big city! Thank you Chef Garrett!!!

Sichuan Kitchen is hands down the best and most authentic Chinese food in SLO. Every dish is deeply…read moreflavorful and incredibly satisfying. I first became a fan when they hosted Monday evening buffets at the Myndful Meals kitchen off Foothill Blvd, and their permanent location on Parker St. is even better. I especially love the addition of their Noodle Nights on Wednesday, Friday, and Saturday -- perfect for enjoying comforting Sichuan dishes in the evening. Their handmade noodles and wontons are also available at the Thursday night Farmers' Market, which is a fantastic bonus. Kudos to Chef Garrett Morris and his partner Coco for bringing such exceptional Sichuan cuisine to our community. You are raising the bar :-)

Simply sinful! Moist and seasoned to perfection. The Texas Pit Master, Vernie Ogden, has raised the…read morebar in San Luis Obispo and maybe even California wide! Run, don't walk, this little item on the menu goes fast. The Gourmet Deli at Sextant features the taco every Friday and is available until it sells out (as I found out, as early as Saturday afternoon). I heard rumors of them offering butts of meat for sale. If that's the truth, sign me up!

Absolutely amazing! I had Vernie cater my son's graduation party for 65 people and it was a…read morecomplete hit. Our friends were raving about the incredible dry-rubbed, smoked ribs and potato salad! On the central coast we have our share of tri-tip barbecues so this was so very unique and out of this world for moist, tasty, fall off the bone ribs. Have I even mentioned, what a great guy Vernie is? He is very passionate and caring about the quality of his food and goes out of his way to make sure you are completely satisfied with everything. I would highly recommend his catering company! Thank you Vernie for your exceptional food and hospitality.

Great food. Great bartenders but the music is terrible. They need to rethink their play list…read more Puts me to sleep . Makes me want to leave for a more livelier place.

An Unforgettable Birthday Dinner with Breathtaking Ocean Views!…read more We came to Ventana Grill in Pismo Beach for a Sunday night dinner date to celebrate my wife's birthday. This place definitely gets packed, so I highly recommend reserving a table in advance. We were lucky enough to get a window seat, and the outdoor patio views of the ocean are simply amazing! On top of that, the staff here has definitely become even more friendly--our server, Zach, was super efficient and attentive throughout our meal. The food was incredible from start to finish: * Mahi Mahi Fish Ceviche: We started with this alongside fresh tortilla chips, and it was honestly one of the best ceviches we've ever had. * Clam Chowder Soup: This special clam chowder came served with Parmesan cheese bread, which was absolute perfection. Again, hands down one of the best soups we've tasted! * Molcajete Surtido: For our main dish, we ordered this classic feast loaded with grilled colossal shrimp, arrachera steak, chicken breast, chorizo, spring onion, jalapeño peppers, nopalitos, avocado, pork rinds, molcajete salsa, queso fresco, and corn tortillas, served with a side of rice and beans. All the meats were so tender and flavorful, and the rice and beans were really nice. We were so full that we didn't even get to touch the tortillas! To top off a wonderful evening, they brought out a complimentary ice cream with a candle to celebrate my wife's birthday, which was such a thoughtful and sweet touch. Whether you're planning a special date night or a family outing, we definitely recommend Ventana Grill!

I had a great experience here. Food was great and the hostess Aubrey was so sweet and welcoming…read more Will definitely be returning!

Wow, I just don't know where to start with how amazing this place is!…read more It was my birthday, and we called for a reservation last minute. When we got there, they couldn't find it, but no worries--the manager brought us to an amazing table by the window. Our waiter, Marcus, was incredible! I didn't say anything, but I've been in the industry off and on for 30 years, and he was one of the best servers I've ever had. I trained servers for 5 years, and he just knocked it out of the park! The hostess and the bussers were also so attentive. The food was heavenly! We got the grilled artichoke, the apple and endive salad, the Yukon gold potatoes, and two filets (Rare and Medium Rare). I worked for a steakhouse, and wow! Everything was cooked perfectly. My only note is just a little less salt, but I also just have a lower tolerance than most people, so I don't think it's their fault--it's my palate. The decor and the vibe were also just right on the money. The music wasn't super loud, so you could hear the person across from you, which was refreshing. This was the third place in SLO we ate at on our trip, and it was the best place to celebrate my 46th birthday! We will definitely be back in SLO and at Ox + Anchor.

Came here to enjoy some filipino food this afternoon for lunch and it was great! :)…read more I had the Lumpia Shanghai as an appetizer and the Pork Barbecue for my main. They do have lunch specials daily that lets you get rice, turon and 2 more lumpias. The Halo Halo was amazing, I saw at least 3 tables order this so you know it's an crowd fave dessert! Service was great as well, the owner was very attentive to every table and to everyone coming into get to-go orders. Very friendly and smiled the whole time ! :) If you like filipino food or want to try it for the first time I would highly recommend this place.

A welcoming family run Filipino spot where husband is the main one taking orders and serving the…read morefood. I felt a little guilty coming in at 6:30 when they close at 7pm but there was still another party that came at 6:45. I appreciate that they didn't mention anything about closing soon or that they didn't have enough time to prepare the foods. Restaurant is good size with about 10 tables that seat 4-6 people. Food was ready in 20 mins. The skewers had such a tempting sweet charred aroma on the grilled pork and chicken. Both were juicy and not dry but 8 skewers for $39 is a little steep

Highly recommend this Peruvian spot! Stumbled upon this restaurant while looking for a good date…read morenight spot on our last day in SLO and I'm so glad we did. The food was delicious and the drinks were fire! They offer various cocktails including pisco sours in different flavors. The lychee one was strong but so good! We didn't have a reservation but they were able to sit us at the bar right away. The staff there were super friendly and helpful. I had the Ravioli de Champignon with truffle oil, soo good. And my husband had the Señor Lomo (Lomo Saltado) which he also loved. It's a little pricey in my opinion but definitely worth checking out at least once.

We made a last minute reservation here for our anniversary dinner during our weekend trip. I'm so…read moreglad we ended up going by here as the food was soooo amazing! We were seated right away and received complimentary champagne for our anniversary. The cocktails were very good. I believe mine was the lychee cocktail. I ordered the lobster ravioli and oh my goodness, the ají Amarillo sauce was to die for. Such a unique flavor profile, it was savory, creamy, rich but not heavy, and just seasoned perfectly to pair with the lobster. My husband said his steak was wonderfully seasoned and cooked too. The restaurant itself is beautiful inside and works great for an upscale casual dining experience. The service was great too. No complaints, except for the fact we live over 3 hours away.

Service was prompt. The restaurant was almost empty due to the time of day. It was happy hour (we…read moreweren't aware when walking in), and we checked out the specials. Ahi crudo had such a small amount of ahi, it was questionable. Happy hour tacos were small on the protein and average on taste. The only thing we enjoyed was the jalepine cocktail. Fresh with pineapple and a touch of jalepeno and rimmed with chile and salt. Sad to visit a once special menu and find mediocrity. Yes, food prices are up but quality should not be so far down. Charge more if you must but this was disappointing. Try other spots in town. There are many with promise.

This was in my top 3 restaurants in Paso. While I like it, I got several problems with it...and…read morereally don't go often. Too expensive: ============== * It's not built for locals, it's touristic. Offer a local discount, and you'll see business up. * I do love the quac, and the chips, and salsas -- but they are very far from free The good: ======== * 250 tequilas, beautiful cocktails, and outstanding wine selections. * Wonderful service * I do love the quac, and the chips, and salsas -- but they are very far from free PS. Not much fish on the menu, it's mostly high-end Mexican food.