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wraps with organic butter lettuce, grilled ew visitors to Paso Robles wine chicken, grape tomatoes, avocado, lettuce, country would imagine that a visit to and balsamic reduction; and Kobe beef a historic monument would provide sliders with Cheddar, caramelized onions, a fine dining experience, but that’s what grilled tomato, and cayenne pepper aioli. you’ll find at the Paso Robles Inn. From its The dinner menu features: blackened beginning nearly 150-years ago, the inn halibut tacos with pepper jack cheese, has been the social hub for Paso Roblans. smoked chipotle aioli, and coriander black Adjacent to the popular Downtown Park, beans; and pulled pork sandwich with the inn features the crowd-pleasing Steakhouse, an excellent choice for dining provolone, coleslaw, and housemade barbecue sauce on sourdough baguette. at breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It’s one of House specialties will satisfy fish Paso Robles most popular restaurants aficionados who can choose: locally caught among locals, wine connoisseurs, and Morro Bay Halibut with Champagne beurre travelers who visit year round to explore blanc and jasmine rice; wild Alaskan salmon Paso Roble’s artisan farms and wineries. filet with Chardonnay sauce, and grilled Owned by the Martin Family since 1999, potato cake; or butter-roasted lobster the Paso Robles Inn has served locals and tail with choice of potato, and asparagus. travelers since 1864. It’s renowned for its There’s always a selection of Certified beautiful gardens and natural mineral Angus steaks, and combination plates. baths. This destination inn was built next Pastas include: chicken pesto penne with to the main artesian well established by roasted pine nuts and sun-dried tomatoes; Franciscan Missionary Father Junipero and vegetarian’s love the portobello Serra in 1797. The restaurant was renovated mushroom ravioli with Marsala, asparagus, to make it more inviting, comfortable, and and imported Parmesan cheese. attractive to locals and travelers.

The fireplace and The dining room is fire-pit tables surrounded contemporary yet relaxed by cozy chairs on the with comfortable over-sized Paso Robles Inn patio offer guests an booths, and huge picture Steakhouse unforgettable ambiance. windows showcasing the Guests love dining alfresco tranquil garden patio. The 1103 Spring Street under majestic oaks menus change seasonally, Paso Robles near the bubbling brook inspired by the produce the and Koi ponds. You can chef harvests at the peak of 238-2660 enjoy dinner, or graze on freshness from several organic appetizers with cocktails or gardens at the inn. Paso wine. The extensive wine Roble’s bounty of artisan farms list includes award-winning Paso Robles and ranches also supply them with freshly wines, specially selected imports, and harvested vegetables, fruit, meats, seafood, Champagne. Upstairs in the popular olive oil, almonds, and cheese year round.

Cattlemen’s Lounge there’s a full bar The seasonal cuisine is focused on a farmwith happy hour on weekdays and live to-table theme in traditional dishes with modern-twists. There’s something delicious entertainment on weekends. The second for every taste and budget on their menus. floor patio offers guests alfresco seating Delightful starters include: organic overlooking the beautiful Downtown butter leaf salad with roasted hazelnuts, Park. If you’re looking for a unique Paso Asian pears, Gorgonzola cheese, and Robles wine country dining experience, hazelnut vinaigrette; and California lettuce you’ll find it at the Steakhouse.

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specials foods from our menus, and much more.”

Popolo can handle any event, gourmet dinner for two, business retreats, or big family style weddings. who’s famous for his delicious rotisserie You can order dinner-to-go for two chicken, Santa Maria style tri-tip, people if you call early that morning or a potatoes au gratin, and unique fusion day ahead. With a catering company of cuisine. “This is the reinvention of this quality level and experience, every Popolo Rotisserie & Café. People will customer small or large can count on never forget that name and now we’re them to be there every step of the way. living the life and dream of Popolo They help you create the menu you’ve Catering.” This family owned business dreamed of, confirm the necessary that’s managed by Leon is supported contracts and permits, finalize details, by his wife Kathleen and son Kenny. and take away the stress.

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S O L A T Popolo T H Catering’s E C L upcoming I F F S projects the business on full include providing their clientele every Leon proudly says that Popolo Catering service for an upcoming event or can create the event of your dreams, wedding. Leon’s staff is training to whether it’s a small private gathering, book flights, vacations, or business an extravagant celebration, or a dreamy conferences. He will also have wedding. These professionals will professional wedding consultants happily take care of every detail for you. who arrange every small detail, from Leon explained the business has blossomed into something greater than invitations, dinners and the florist, to the it was with the new Popolo Catering, wedding cake specialist, photographer, and they’re making dreams DJ, and the minister. come true for people.

It’s not just Leon’s Still in the original Popolo expertise that keeps his Popolo Catering kitchen, they’re cooking satisfied clientele coming the great foods his regular back again and again. He’s 1255 Monterey St., customers loved at the become one of the most Suite B café. Leon and his talented popular caterers in SLO San Luis Obispo cooks make everything because he cares about from scratch. This is fine people. Weddings have 543-9543 cuisine at its most creative, special meaning for Leon, which he calls fusion, a who personally serves merge of Italian, Mexican, the bride and groom and world famous Santa Maria style their dinner and tells them: “We’re barbecue in one unforgettable dining proud to serve you your first meal experience. There’s everything from as husband and wife.” Seeing their rotisserie chicken, steaks, salmon, or a beaming faces and hearing the thanks whole pig roasted over red oak to an he gets for making their wedding day array of freshly baked breads, salads, unforgettable makes him very happy. side dishes, and elaborate desserts.

“When people say, ‘Oh my gosh that’s “People ask if I can cook their mom’s the best chicken or tri-tip I ever had in Cuban foods for their event,” Leon my life,” and when I see the smiles on noted. “I always say yes, we can do it. their faces, that’s my reward.”

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here are few wineries in the world growing regions. Recently, they bottled that produce as broad a range the first Albarino to be grown and of wine varieties as can Kenneth produced in the Santa Maria Valley.

Volk Vineyards. Where else can one Grown at Riverbench Vineyard, this enjoy wines made from Aglianico, Albarino comes from a neighboring Albarino, Blaufränkisch, Touriga vineyard across the river from KVV. A Nacional, Negrette, Cabernet Pfeffer, delicious, aromatic white grape, Albarino Torrontes, Malvasia Bianca, Verdelho, was originally grown in the Galicia region old vine Mourvédre, Zinfandel, topof northwestern Spain. shelf Burgundy and Bordeaux grape Among KVV’s newest wine releases varieties, and more at one winery? are the 2009 single-vineyard Pinot Noirs “We may not be the best at what we from the Bien Nacido, Sierra Madre, do but we are certainly the only ones and Garey Ranch Vineyards of the Santa who do what we do,” owner and director Maria Valley, and the Enz Vineyard of of winemaking, Ken Volk, said candidly.

Lime Kiln Valley. “The 2009 vintage was “I love the diversity of wine and with over a great one for Pinot Noir and each of 3,000 varieties of wine grapes it seems these wines displays the unique flavors silly that the American marketplace is and aromas of these distinguished dominated by only a handful of them. I properties,” Ken noted. really enjoy introducing people to new KVV features a scenic winery and grape varieties and flavors.” tasting room in Tepusquet Canyon, After 33 vintages of making wine on and has a second Kenneth Volk satellite the Central Coast, Ken has watched the tasting room in Paso Robles on Highway region grow from obscurity to becoming 46 West. Visitors to the Paso Robles a major player in the global tasting room can enjoy fine wine market. Starting the wines of both Kenneth with Wild Horse in Paso Volk Vineyards and Lone Kenneth Volk Robles, which he sold to Madrone in this beautiful, Vineyards establish Kenneth Volk rustic garden setting.

5230 Tepusquet Rd. Vineyards, Ken has always The friendly staff Santa Maria Valley sought out top vineyards in and intriguing wines made 938-7896 the finest regions for each at Kenneth Volk makes 2485 Hwy 46 West grape variety he produces. visiting one of its tasting Paso Robles Hardly surprising, Ken rooms an entirely enjoyable 237-7896 couldn’t imagine trying to experience for sampling make all of his wines from a both mainstream and single appellation. heirloom grape varieties.

Kenneth Volk Vineyards (KVV) is based In addition to its tasting rooms, KVV in the Santa Maria Valley where it grows offers the Cellar Door Club: the only winegrapes in its estate vineyard. Ken web-based, interactive wine club that also leases and farms the Enz Vineyard allows members to select the wines that in the Lime Kiln Valley appellation, and they want to receive versus a mandatory custom-farmed acreage at the Pomar prefix of wines. Regardless of whether Junction Vineyard in Paso Robles. it’s in the vineyard, the cellar or online, Additionally, Ken purchases fruit from KVV has always been innovative in the some of the finest vineyards throughout tradition of fine winemaking. the Central Coast’s renowned wine

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Country Kitchen has become the heart rends come and go in the world and soul of Old Orcutt. of fashion and restaurants, but Because the eatery continues to there’s one style of cooking that evolve, Kay updates the menu to keep never grows old, classic Americana. her clientele satisfied. She’s more than The epitome of that American favorite willing to mix and match foods to create is found at Kay’s Country Kitchen in the perfect meal for her customers.

Orcutt, where they’ve been keeping Besides the old favorites of combination locals happy seven days a week breakfasts, omelets, pancakes, and since 1981. After 32-years, it’s still the hearty burgers, Kay added some very favorite of locals for meeting over a popular treats: Orcutt hash, their cup of coffee or enjoying a rock solid breakfast or lunch. It’s the comfortable signature dish that’s nearly big enough for two people, features ham, linguica, kind of eatery that Santa Maria wine country visitors wish they could find for bacon, and sausage with home-fried red potatoes, topped with jack and a hearty breakfast before heading off cheddar cheeses, bacon n’ sausage to the local wine trails. gravy, and two eggs fried to order with Family owned and operated, it’s a side of toast; and the Red Dragon owned by KayLynn Flagg who bought sharp cheddar cheese melt with Welsh the popular café in 2000. Located in brown ale and mustard seeds atop a Olde Town Orcutt, it’s a great place sirloin burger with grilled red onions to start the morning before work, or and bacon served on grilled sourdough. visiting Santa Maria Valley’s popular The charismatic Kay has been wine tasting rooms which are fairly popular with her customers since close by. Kay started working there as she started waiting a part-time waitress and tables there, as have fell in love with the sweet her children who work place. She seized the Kay’s Orcutt weekends: “I’ve always opportunity to become a Country Kitchen loved coming here and I restaurateur when, “The spend my working hours gentleman who owned it 127 E. Clark Ave. doing what I love most.” offered to sell it to me.”

Orcutt She continually strives to The quaint café was tiny ensure everything from at first, and as business 934-4429 the food to the service grew she often opened and the prices meet her the door to a queue of regulars waiting for guest’s needs: “You might tables. “I’m a hometown girl, I grew pay a bit more than you would at some up here,” explained Kay. “When the of the other restaurants, but we give people next door said they’d sell me you a lot better food for the price.” their property, I expanded.” She had She also offers banquet services, and

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The Cliffs Resort offers gorgeous “I have always baked to connect with ocean views, making it the perfect people, to create joy and memories that place for vacationing families and their come with sharing good food,” says dogs, romantic wine country getaways, Hannah. “While I love to treat people to and those in search of exquisite culinary a decadent experience, I feel the pull to exploration. Case-in-point: Marisol at the eat nutritious food and to help others Cliffs, their critically acclaimed restaurant. learn more about the healthy alternatives Specializing in California fresh fare, chef de cuisine Gregg Wangard creates delicious to stuffed croissants, glazed donuts, and cupcake-like muffins that pass for breakfast menus, beautifully complemented by foods nowadays.”

Marisol’s award-winning wine list. Regularly Hoteliers know that people are seeking out scouring local farmers’ markets, Chef healthier options from the restaurants and Wangard handpicks the ripest produce resorts they choose. and the freshest seafood from Morro Bay. “The health conscious consumer wants to He also grows his own vegetables in the enjoy delicious food of very good quality restaurant’s garden and has farms deliver and well worth the splurge,” explains produce directly to the kitchen.

Kline. “We offer healthy options with fresh Executive Chef Jose Garcia oversees seafood and customized omelets with the weekend brunch brimming with Latin O P O L O choices like eggs whites, fresh peppers, American inspired dishes made from handtomatoes.” rolled tortillas and flavorful savory salads.

Hannah’s inspiration comes from her He says, even though eating healthy is the world travels. “The ingredients, scents, and latest trend, the Eggs Benedict remains the tastes I encounter when traveling are the most popular dish. kind of culinary kicks that But connoisseurs know that jumpstart my imagination. to gauge just how important When I was only five, my good food and quality Marisol at family and I visited Todos ingredients are to a restaurant, the Cliffs Santos, a small fishing village one of the most important questions is “are the pastries in Baja. I remember the scent 2757 Shell Beach Rd. and desserts created inof their baking in the hot sun Shell Beach house?” David Kline, Marisol’s -- that sticky, sweet smell of maître d’ and social director mangoes was so warm and 773-2511 answers unequivocally “yes, inviting -- just tasting one the educated consumer knows of those gorgeous fruits the difference and it says a transports me.” great deal about how much regard we have Hannah’s candy cap mushroom panna for creating magnificent food.” cotta of rosewater and dried rose petals In Marisol’s patisserie, Pastry Chef with maple pecan brittle proves her an Hannah Ingham, better known as the extraordinary talent. “I look for what is fresh Muffin Goddess, creates blissful pastries locally first and then, I try to think out of the for Marisol’s legendary brunch. To say she box.” is sugar, spice and everything nice isn’t So when you close your eyes and breathe in enough A sun-kissed, strawberry blonde the scent of roses and ripe raspberries from Photo: Steveshe E. Miller Quinn pastries, and Dave you Nichols beauty, is the personification of good Hannah’sRick heavenly may very health and good living. She reigns over the well begin to hear the celestial harps. bakery, where pure nutritious ingredients Visit Hannah’s blog at muffingoddess.com.

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Nearly all of Opolo wines are iscovering Opolo Vineyards estate vintages, meaning that they is to uncover a place where are vinted from grapes grown by the passion to create an the winery. The central operation unforgettable experience and offer comprises 98 rolling Westside acres outstanding customer service is in as idyllic a setting as the beautiful equally important as crafting wines that Paso Robles area offers. The climate continually sell out and are now being here owes a great debt to the nearby savored by thousands of wine lovers all Pacific Ocean. The cooling effect over the United States. of the marine layer accounts for The team at Opolo Vineyards – the name is from a sassy rose made on the temperature swings – the diurnal range – that can be as great as 50 Dalmatian Coast, a nod to co-owner degrees from afternoon highs to Rick Quinn’s Serbian heritage – are morning lows. The sudden drop warm, passionate and down-to-earth. in temperature at night preserves They strive to “take the snobiness” the balance of natural acids in the out of wine tasting. Intimidation is grape. The result is well balanced, unheard of and the tasting room feels appealing wines. a bit like home.

Generally about 10 degrees warmer On the weekends, the barbeque is than the Westside vineyards, Opolo going full-tilt, cranking out Opolo’s also grows wine grapes on 200 East famous Cevapcici, a special side acres in Paso. The contrast Yugoslav sausage or Pizzas from in climate and soil between their the wood fire pizza oven, made from East side and West scratch; all paired with side vineyards enables their fabulous wines.

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Paso Robles within the environment On a hilltop that it desires. With varieties commands a striking view 238-9593 from each vineyard of the surrounding hills, a www.opolo.com in Paso Robles they huge tent is erected each are provided grapes fall for the Harvest Festival. that exhibit the finest It’s an unforgettable event. characteristics of the terroir in which The air is filled with the succulent they’re grown. aroma of whole roasted lamb, taste Opolo Vineyards features an buds come alive to the nuances of

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Las Comadres Salvadorean Food .......18

Addamo Bistro & Wine Bar ...........56, 57

Lucias Wine Co. ..................................57

Adelaida Cellars...................................59

Marisol at The Cliffs Resort ...........44, 45

Ai Love Sushi........................................21

Maya Mexican Restaurant ...................22

Apple Farm Restaurant ................. 14, 15

Mitchella Vineyard & Winery ..............62

Lido at Dolphin Bay Resort ........... 12, 13 Lolo’s Mexican Restaurant ..................43 Lucas & Lewellen .................................57

Baileyana Winery .................................54

Moonstone Beach Bar & Grill .............49

Bayside Cafe ........................................50

Mother’s Tavern ..................................48

Bianchi Winery .....................................62

Natural Cafe.........................................32

Black Sheep Bar & Grill .......................27

New Frontiers Natural Foods ..............43

Blue Skye Cafe .....................................28

Ninkasi Brewing Co. ...........................17

Bon Temps ...........................................28

Off The Hook .......................................38

Brad’s Restaurant ................................20

Opolo Winery ..................................2, 59

Branch Street Deli................................29

Oso Libre Winery.................................62

Breakfast Buzz .....................................10

Pappy McGregor’s Pub & Grill ............39

Broadway Bagel ...................................25

Paso Robles Inn Steakhouse .........10, 26

Broken Earth Winery ...............55, 56, 62

Pizza La Nova .......................................14

Buffalo Pub & Grill .................................8

Pomar Junction Vineyard & Winery ....63

CA’ DEL GREVINO ........................54, 57

Popolo Catering ............................16, 32

Cal Poly Extended Education ...............8

Qupé Winery .......................................57

Calcareous Vineyard............................62

Radisson ...............................................41

Carla’s Country Kitchen.......................42

Ragged Point Inn .................................31

Cambria Pines Lodge ..........................20

The Rib Line ...........................................3

Cambria Pub & Steakhouse ................30

Rio Seco Vineyard & Winery ...............63

Castoro Cellars ........................ 58, 61, 62

Robin’s Restaurant ...............................51

Cayucos Cellars ...................................62

Rooney’s...............................................46

Central City Market .............................24

Rooster Creek Tavern ........ Cover, 11, 35

Central Coast Food Tours ...................27 Central Coast Wine Classic ...................5

San Luis Obispo County Farmers Market Association ...............51

Chop Street .........................................33

Santa Maria Fairpark ...........................19

Chronic Cellars ....................................62

Santa Maria Inn ....................................47

Core Wine Company ...........................57

Sea Venture Resort ..............................34

Creeky Tiki ...........................................37

Silver Horse Winery .............................61

Dutchman’s Seafood House ................41

Spike’s Pub ...........................................18

DB Specialty Farms .............................46

Splash Café ..........................................48

Eberle Winery ................................62, 64

Summerwood Winery..........................63

Fig Good Food ...................................36

Taco Roco Corporate ..........................30

The Gardens Restaurant at Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort & Spa .......22, 23

Talley Vineyards ...................................66

Good Tides Organic Bistro & Coffee House ...................................13

Thomas Hill Organics ............................9

Halter Ranch Vineyard .........................62 The Hitching Post ................................42 Hoppe’s Garden Bistro........................17 Il Cortile Ristorante .............................40 Izakaya Raku.........................................38

The Tea Trolley .....................................36 Treebones Resort ................................35 Twin Coyotes Winery, Inc. ..................63 Veris Cellars ...................................64, 65 Villa San-Juliette Winery ...............60, 63 Vista Del Rey Vineyards.......................63

J. Lohr Winery ................................53, 62

Wild Horse Winery & Vineyards.............. .........................................63, Back Cover

Kay’s Orcutt Country Kitchen .......29, 52

The Wine Line ......................................63

Kenneth Volk Vineyards..... 57, 62, 66, 67

Woodstock’s Pizza ...............................50

Klondike Pizza ......................................25 Koberl at Blue ....................................6, 7

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Grilled turkey breast, apple smoked bacon, red onions, tomatoes, pepper jack cheese, avocado & aioli on sliced sourdough bread. $8.95

OUR FAMOUS GRILLED PASTRAMI SANDWICH

With Swiss cheese, grilled onions, pickle wedges & mustard on a Dutch crumb roll. $9.95

SALADS NICOISE AHI SALAD

Seared ahi tuna encrusted with sesame seeds & brushed with tomato pesto, over market greens with avocado, fresh corn, tomatoes, red onion & kalamata olives with crushed black pepper citrus vinaigrette. $13.95

SPINACH & GOAT CHEESE SALAD

Goat cheese & fresh basil on toasted bread with baby green spinach, sundried tomatoes, red onions & hard egg crumbles tossed in our apple smoked bacon vinaigrette $9.95

BARBECUED SHRIMP & AVOCADO SALAD

Olive oil seared shrimp, apple smoked bacon, fresh corn, red onions, tomatoes, hard egg, fresh mushrooms & your favorite dressing $13.95

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From Our Farm To Your Table

Thomas Hill Organics is a Market Bistro and Wine Bar located in the heart of downtown Paso Robles. Our menu features fresh, organic produce grown on our farm and changes often according to availability and season. Our meat and fish come from local ranchers, butchers and fishermen. The bread comes from local bakers and artisan cheeses are made around the world. Our wine list focuses on small unique wineries from Paso Robles that practice sustainable or organic farming.

SAMPLE MENU Appetizers

Lentil Tacos, Carrot Puree, Candied Jalapeños, Pickled Watermelon, Cilantro, Toasted Coconut and Cashews Ahi Tuna Tataki Style, Cucumber, Wakame, Sunflower Sprouts, Oranges, Ponzu Sauce, Green Onion & Ginger Relish Chicken Wings Confit, Sriracha Glaze Thin Crust Margherita D.O.C. Pizza– Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Olea Farms Olive Oil, Grana Padano, Basil Thin Crust Valencia Pizza – Tomato Sauce, Mozzarella, Chorizo Espanol, Roasted Bell Pepper, Peas, Roasted Potatoes, Basil

Salads and Sandwiches Black Kale Salad, Shaved Brussels Sprout, Shiitakes, Cucumbers, Wakame, Sunflower Sprouts, Sesame-Nori Vinaigrette Raw Cauliflower Salad, Blood Orange, Kumquats, Harissa Cruda, Pomegranates, Orange Cayenne Vinaigrette PC Cattle Beef Burger, Romesco, Cambozola Cheese, Applewood Smoked Bacon, Roasted Garlic Aioli, Caramelized Onions THO Garden “Burger,” Smoked Shiitake Mushrooms, Wakame, Carrots & Cucumbers, Sunflower Sprouts, Roasted Garlic Aioli Cambozola Cheese Sandwich, Macerated Strawberries, Toasted Almonds, Basil

Sunday Brunch Vietnamese Pork Belly Sandwich, Fried Egg, Carrot Sambal, Jalapeno, Cilantro, Onions, Avocado, Aioli, Field Green Salad Ricotta Pancakes, Fresh Strawberries, Vanilla Whipped Cream, Shaved Chocolate Farm Fresh Poached Eggs, Smoked Salmon, Black Lentils, Avocado, Sunflower Sprouts, Curried Créme Fraiche, Grilled Pita Bread

Entrees Pan Roasted Petrole Sole, Mango & Coconut Noodle Salad, Coconut Lime-Lemongrass Broth, Brown Rice, Mint, Basil Pan Seared Scallops, Calamari, Manila Clams, Paella Style Fideo Pasta, Aioli, Salsa Verde Grilled Natural Rib Eye Steak, Parsnip Puree, Spinach, Red Wine Butter Compound, Coco Nibs

Open For Lunch and Dinner. Sunday Brunch. Closed on Tuesdays

1305 Park St. Paso Robles (entrance in the alley) 805.226.5888 thomashillorganics.com

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Two eggs, home fried potatoes, bacon or sausage or ham, tomatoes, avocado, cheese, and sour cream wrapped in a flour tortilla.

Egg Breakfasts and Burritos Combination Omelettes and Scrams Pancakes, French Toast and Waffles Fried Egg Sandwich Biscuits and Gravy 1/3 lb Angus Burgers Sizzling Sandwiches Cold Sanwiches Salads Kids Menu Available

THE BREAKFAST BUZZ 295 Santa Rosa St. San Luis Obispo 784-0232 Open daily 7:00 am – 2:00pm

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hazelnut vinaigrette; and California lettuce ew visitors to Paso Robles wine wraps with organic butter lettuce, grilled country would imagine that a visit to chicken, grape tomatoes, avocado, lettuce, a historic monument would provide and balsamic reduction; and Kobe beef a fine dining experience, but that’s what sliders with Cheddar, caramelized onions, you’ll find at the Paso Robles Inn. From its grilled tomato, and cayenne pepper aioli. beginning nearly 150-years ago, the inn The dinner menu features: blackened has been the social hub for Paso Roblans. halibut tacos with pepper jack cheese, Adjacent to the popular Downtown Park, smoked chipotle aioli, and coriander the inn features the crowd-pleasing Steakhouse, an excellent choice for dining black beans; and pulled pork sandwich with provolone, coleslaw, and housemade at breakfast, lunch, or dinner. It’s one of barbecue sauce on sourdough Paso Robles most popular restaurants baguette. House specialties will satisfy among locals, wine connoisseurs, and fish aficionados who can choose: travelers who visit year round to explore locally caught Morro Bay Halibut with Paso Roble’s artisan farms and wineries.

Champagne beurre blanc and jasmine Owned by the Martin Family since 1999, rice; wild Alaskan salmon filet with the Paso Robles Inn has served locals and Chardonnay sauce, and grilled potato travelers since 1864. It’s renowned for its cake; or butter-roasted lobster tail with beautiful gardens and natural mineral choice of potato, and asparagus. There’s baths. This destination inn was built next always a selection of premium steaks, to the main artesian well established by and combination plates. Pastas include: Franciscan Missionary Father Junipero chicken pesto penne with roasted Serra in 1797. The restaurant was renovated pine nuts and sun-dried tomatoes; to make it more inviting, comfortable, and and vegetarian’s love the portobello attractive to locals and travelers. mushroom ravioli with The dining room is Marsala, asparagus, and contemporary yet relaxed with comfortable over-sized imported Parmesan cheese.

Paso Robles Inn booths, and huge picture The fireplace and Steakhouse windows showcasing the fire-pit tables surrounded tranquil garden patio. The by cozy chairs on the patio 1103 Spring Street menus change seasonally, offer guests an unforgettable Paso Robles inspired by the produce the ambiance. Guests love dining chef harvests at the peak alfresco under majestic oaks 238-2660 of freshness from several near the bubbling brook and organic gardens at the inn.

Koi ponds. You can enjoy Paso Roble’s bounty of dinner, or graze on appetizers artisan farms and ranches also supply with cocktails or wine. The extensive wine list them with freshly harvested vegetables, includes award-winning Paso Robles wines, fruit, meats, seafood, olive oil, almonds, specially selected imports, and Champagne. and cheese year round. The seasonal Upstairs in the popular Cattlemen’s cuisine is focused on a farm-to-table Lounge there’s a full bar with happy hour theme in traditional dishes with modernon weekdays and live entertainment on twists. There’s something delicious for weekends. The second floor patio offers every taste and budget on their menus. guests alfresco seating overlooking the Delightful starters include: organic beautiful Downtown Park. If you’re looking butter leaf salad with roasted hazelnuts, for a unique Paso Robles wine country dining Asian pears, Gorgonzola cheese, and experience, you’ll find it at the Steakhouse.

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Happy Hour Monday - Friday from 4pm - 6pm Late Night Bites from 10pm - midnight on Friday and Saturday 200 E. Branch Street in the Village of Arroyo Grande 805.489.2509 www.RoosterCreekTavern.com

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page for updates about daily specials at et alongside the rugged coastline overlooking the Pacific Ocean, Lido Facebook.com/LidoRestaurant.

For oenophiles, Lido features an at Dolphin Bay offers a casual yet extensive wine list with many varieties elegant atmosphere and contemporary available by the glass. Winner of Wine California cuisine. Heading up the Spectator's Award of Excellence, Lido's culinary team at Lido, executive chefs wine list is also updated regularly to Jacob Moss and Maegen Loring complement the seasonal menus. For collaborate to provide guests with the those who wish to enjoy a wine from finest experience whether dining at their own cellar when dining, Lido Lido, attending a special event at the offers complimentary corkage for the resort, or enjoying the selections from first two bottles. the new Off Premise Catering services.

Love to cook? Experience Cooking Lido's Off Premise Catering team will School at Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa; work with you to create a memorable a fun and unique cooking class led experience for your guests featuring

by Lido's executive chefs. Students customized menus as well as catering learn how to utilize a wide variety of services to suit your creative and seasonal ingredients with a detailed budgetary needs; whether an intimate, demonstration of how to create a new, sit-down dinner at a private home or a amazing meal at home. The evening cocktail party for five hundred guests. concludes with a multi-course meal Lido's culinary team takes pride in providing seasonal cuisine utilizing fresh paired with wine or craft beers, selected to complement the chef's presentation. produce, meat, and seafood from local Guests enrolling in a cooking class may purveyors that reflect the bounty of reserve a suite for the night at a special California's beautiful Central Coast. rate. Class themes range What's new this season? from outdoor grilling to Chef Jacob recommends cooking from the Farmer's the roasted rack of lamb Lido at Dolphin Market to oysters, and with green garlic quinoa Bay Resort more. For details visit featured on the spring TheDolphinBay.com. menu. Chef Maegen has 2727 Shell Beach Rd. As the warmer created a themed dessert Pismo Beach weather brings to mind menu, including the Aztec Tribute: a Mexican thoughts of long weekends 773-8900 molten chocolate cake and summer vacation, with horchata ice and make sure to mark your dulce de leche. To keep calendars for Lido's Red, guests and local friends wined, dined, White & Brew summer holiday series. and entertained between seasonal Hosted the weekends of Memorial Day, menu changes, Lido offers a variety Independence Day, and Labor Day, of weekly happenings and specials. enjoy red and white wine tasting from Lido's most recent addition is the $9 local wineries, craft brew tasting from Weekday Lunch Specials menu. These local breweries, live music, as well as budget-friendly, themed lunches are a fantastic selection of hors d'oeuvres available Monday through Friday. from executive chefs Maegen and Jacob.

Enjoy Lido's oceanfront setting while With so many reasons to visit, now is the indulging in a different special each perfect time to escape the ordinary with day. Be sure to check Lido's Facebook Lido at Dolphin Bay Resort & Spa.

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House made baked goods Vegan & Gluten-free choices House-made OJ · Juices · Smoothies Espresso · Cappucino Baywood’s Own Hot Cocoa

Lunch Soups & Stews Salads: Curry Mahi Mahi, Tri-Tip Chopped Salad, BBQ or Roast Chicken, Spinach & Feta Sandwiches: BBQ Chicken or Roast Garlic Chicken Sandwich or Quesadilla, Grilled Eggplant, Curry Mahi Mahi · Tri-Tip Steak, Garden Burger w/Grilled Onions, Simple BLT

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served after 5pm Vegan Layered Polenta, Roast Free Range & Organic Chicken, Mac & Cheese, Seared Mahi Mahi, Hearst Ranch Grass-fed Meatloaf

Catering We would love to be your choice for your next event. Large or small, local or regional, we can prepare a menu you’ll love.

Our restaurant is available for booking.

Pick a night, choose a menu, bring your own wine, and we’ll take care of the rest. This is an excellent way to celebrate any occasion. $2 to Deliver in Los Osos, or free for orders of $20 or more

Good Tides brings good food to Farmers Market thrice a week: SLO Farmers Market Saturday 8 to 11am at Madonna Plaza & Tuesday afternoon at the Grange Hall on Broad Street 3 to 6pm Morro Bay Farmer’s Market at Spencer’s, 2:30-5pm

Breakfast Lunch · Dinner

Open Daily 6am-8pm, Closed Thursdays 1326 2nd Street Baywood Park, Los Osos

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food photographer, he welcomes chef veryone from locals to frequent Steven, a California Culinary Academy visitors from afar consider the Apple alumnus, who spent the previous sixFarm Restaurant & Inn quintessential years cooking professionally in San San Luis Obispo. A destination since it Francisco. Steven’s enthusiasm and opened in 1976, this popular resort has many patrons who appreciate its brilliantlymodern approach with the dinner menus colored flower gardens and comfortable that change with each season made ambiance. Yet it’s the delicious farm to table him a welcome addition to the culinary cuisine that makes their regular customers team. Chef Willie is renowned for the eager to return for their modern menus quality of her hand-crafted freshly baked that change with the seasons. Dining in apple dumplings, fruit pies, multi-layered this cozy, Americana style restaurant that cakes, and tender-crumbed pastries. A serves its fine cuisine all day, their friendly SLO County local, Willie began baking staff always provides each guest a warm professionally in local restaurants at the welcome. The Apple Farm never closes age of 15. She found herself at home in between meals keeping their customers Apple Farm’s kitchen 12-years ago. Her happily sated whether they’re returning for decadent desserts provide the sweetest a full meal or a late-afternoon treat. ending to every great meal at Apple The busy kitchens at the Apple Farm are Farm. And her romantic wedding cakes, expertly managed by three very talented, as well as other special celebration cakes, professional chefs, Stephen Walls, are local favorites.

Steven Smeets, and Willette “Willie” Vey. Wine country hospitality is obvious in Their alluring menus are created almost well-chosen wine list that features some exclusively from local ingredients grown in of the Central Coast’s most renowned the bounty of farms around SLO County. wineries from Monterey to Santa They describe their cuisine as Barbara. Manager Michael farm to table which promises Langlois also brings in the freshest foods available at unique “Garagiste” brands Apple Farm breakfast, lunch, and dinner by artisan winemakers who Restaurant seven days a week. make their highly-soughtTheir menus offer an after wines in miniscule 2015 Monterey St., excellent selection of foods amounts. Each month one San Luis Obispo made from scratch daily. of their chosen wineries is There’s something for highlighted during their 544-6100 every taste whether guests Backyard Winemaker prefer prime rib, vegetarian Dinner Series. That brand dishes, eggs Benedict, a kid is offered by the glass or friendly menu, or decadent desserts. Not bottle with the month’s dinner specials. only do the chefs have a private estate Although there’s always a queue of garden flourishing with seasonal produce, customers lined up at the door, you they have connections with the best can beat the line by calling ahead or local organic farms at the daily Farmer’s making reservations at OpenTable.com.

Markets for freshly harvested ingredients Whether you’re here to enjoy your first to create mouth-watering dishes. delicious wakeup meal of the day, or Chef Stephen has had a long, an unforgettable multi-course dinner respectful history at Apple Farm, now in paired with fine local wines, you’ll savor his 20th year of preparing delicious meals every moment spent dining in this throughout the day. A superb chef and delightful, friendly restaurant.

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WEDDINGS | ANNIVERSARIES | SPECIAL EVENTS | LUNCHEONS | PICNICS FAMILY REUNIONS | BUSINESS MEETINGS | TO-GO DINNERS

Any Special Event!

Popolo Catering presents a “Fusion Cuisine Concept.” Serving the beautiful Central Coast for over 25 years allows us to claim & be well seasoned providers of A+ service and 100%+ incredibly delicious food.

We merge Italian food, Mexican food and the world famous Santa Maria Style Barbecue for our catering offerings. Popolo food creations are all made from scratch! We roast or barbecue all our chicken, meats & fish over seasoned red oak wood and bake our own variety of breads daily along with a wonderful array of salads complimented by homemade dressings.

You are the creator of your special event menu! Your choices are endless!

Create your custom menu online at popolocatering.com · 805.543.9543

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{A SAMPLING FROM OUR MENU }

Appetizers

· Clams (Cockles) Steamed in White Wine with Artichoke Pesto · Sautéed Prawns with Coconut, Thai Curry & Peanuts · Shrimp & Ahi Spring Roll, Ponzu Sauce · Cayucos Red Abalone Appetizer · Grilled Local Quail with Roasted Pears & Point Reyes Blue Cheese · Roasted Pork Belly with House-made Kimchee & Pickled Onion

Main Courses

· Seafood Bouillabaisse with Lobster, Clams, Mussels, & Shrimp & Scallops · Tower of Power Ahi, Scallops & Portabella Mushroom · Hoppe’s Surf & Turf Filet Mignon, Sautéed Prawn & Prosciutto Wrapped Scallop · Fire Roasted Lamb Chops with a Chive Mustard Glaze

HOPPE’S GARDEN BISTRO & BAKERY “All Cuisine is made in-house” Lunch & Dinner Wednesday-Saturday 11am-9pm Sunday Brunch 11am-2pm Dinner Begins at 5:00pm · Closed Monday & Tuesday Bakery Hours 8am-3pm

The Most Highly Acclaimed Restaurant in SLO County

TOTAL DOMINATION IPA • ENJOYED SINCE: 2006 ORIGINAL GRAVITY: 1065 BITTERNESS (IBUS): 65 • ALCOHOL (ABV%): 6.7

Best Cayucos Restaurant 2012

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Serving the World’s Finest Beers Since 1981

Enjoy Authentic Salvadorean Food with Traditional Pupusas & Original Dishes

munchies

35 beers on draft & over 100 beers total!

Fresh Cut French Fries Garlic Cheese Fries Basket O’Rings w/ dipping sauce.

Croquettes What’s a croquette? Just ask!

Chicken Quesadilla Cheese, chicken, onions & tomatoes.

Chicken Tenders Served w/ fresh cut french fries & ranch or bbq sauce.

Wings by the Pound Mild, Medium, Hot, Spicy, Atomic Hot, Teriyaki, Cajun, Garlic, Tequila Lime, Parmesan Pepper or Thai Asian. Served w/ celery, carrots & ranch or bleu cheese.

Buffalo Balls White chicken breast stuffed w/ bleu cheese jalapeños & celery, rolled in a light breading w/ Buffalo spice.

Served w/ dipping sauce.

Chips & Salsa Nachos Your choice of chicken or beef.

Redhook ESB Shrimp Pop-in-your mouth beer battered shrimp.

Served w/ lemon wedges.

Bulldogs Hot dog w/ mustard & cheese wrapped in a wonton & deep fried.

salads/wraps

Garden Salad Spring mix greens, tomatoes, croutons & your choice of dressing.

Spinach Salad Whole leaf spinach topped w/ fresh bacon bits, diced tomatoes & chopped egg.

Caesar Salad Greek Salad Chopped Romaine, parmesan cheese Spring mix lettuce topped with & croutons. feta cheese, Kalamata olives, diced tomatoes & cucumbers.

Taco Salad Crispy flour tortilla bowl filled with lettuce, Pasta Salad Angel hair pasta mixed with feta cheese, tomatoes, cheese, sour cream, homemade salsa & topped with seasoned ground beef. diced tomatoes, carrots, mushrooms, zucchini & balsamic vinaigrette sauce. *Any salad can be requested as a wrap.

Open Mon-Sat 10-9, Sun 9-9 202 West Main Street, Santa Maria

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Chicken & Mushroom Pasta Fresh cooked chicken breast chopped w/ portabella mushrooms, sautéed in garlic. Served over angel hair pasta & topped w/ feta cheese.

Meatball Pasta House made meatballs in a fresh tomato sauce. Served over angel hair pasta & topped w/ Parmesan cheese.

Fresh Vegetable Pasta Angel hair pasta, zucchini, carrots, mushrooms & diced tomatoes sautéed in garlic. Served w/ our house made light tomato sauce & topped w/ Parmesan cheese.

sandwiches/BURGERS

Bratwurst Sandwich Spike’s Burger Beer braised brat w/ sauerkraut.

Fresh beef patty.

Chicken Bacon Ranch Mushroom Burger Crispy chicken tenders, bacon, ranch Sautéed mushrooms. & your choice of cheese.

Ortega Burger Turkey Reuben Whole-grilled ortega chilis.

Turkey, sauerkraut, Swiss cheese, Portabella Burger & Thousand Island dressing on Vegetarian Portabella mushrooms sliced Rye bread. stuffed w/ bleu cheese.

Pulled Pork Chicken Burger Cuban pulled pork topped w/ fresh Asian cole slaw.

Western Burger Tri-Tip Bacon, onion rings & BBQ sauce.

Slow-roasted tri-tip on a French roll w/ Bacon Avocado Burger a side of Salsa or BBQ sauce.

Need we say more?

Club Sandwich Garden Burger Turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato & mayo Grilled veggie patty. on 3 pieces of Sourdough bread.

French Dip *All sandwiches are served w/ your choice of Sliced roast beef smothered in Swiss fresh cut french fries or salad. French Rolls cheese on a French roll. Served w/ Au Jus. & Hamburger Buns are baked fresh daily.

Come In And Enjoy All Of Our Delicious Menu Items!!

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At Spike’s we bake our potatoes, slice them in half, & then scoop out the inside, leaving the “Skin.” We deep fry it to a golden crisp, season it and–in most cases–load it full of all sorts of yummy & delicious morsels.

Skins American Skins-A-Doodle-Doo Loaded with cheddar cheese & Which came first: the chicken or bacon bits. “The cheeseburger” of skins! the skin? A combo of tasty chicken, Skins San Luis Jack cheese & hot sauce or BBQ sauce.

Inspired by San Luis itself. Sauteed Skins Acapulco veggies, mushrooms & Jack cheese. Seasoned ground beef, cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato & homemade salsa.

Skins Aloha Sweet Hawaiian pineapple, Skins & Salad Combo Jack cheese & bacon bits. Half-order of any skin & a green salad.

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Beef Stew Made w/ Guiness beer & served in a bread bowl or cup House Made Clam Chowder Served in a bread bowl or cup *All pastas are served with a side of garlic bread

OPEN: Mon-Wed at 3pm Thurs-Sun at 11am we deliver!

570 Higuera Street, SLO | 544-7157 | SpikesPub.com

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26th Annual Santa Maria Valley

Strawberry Festival April 26-28

Daily Shows + Free Attractions | Carnival & Rides | Go Cart Racing

Fun wholesome environment for the entire family!

Gates open at 11am, Festival closes at 10pm, Carnival is open until midnight!

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Family owned since 1954

Your Event at Cambria Pines Lodge— as elegant or casual as you want it to be.

• Gorgeous gardens, ballroom, and intimate spaces for the perfect wedding and reception • On-site catering for 15-250 guests—serving the best fresh meats, seafood, and veggies • Competitively priced group menus for every occasion • 11,000 sq ft of meeting and breakout space

• Outdoor venues for 20-220

• Indoor meeting and event space for 15-250

Our experienced sales and catering team will work closely with you to assure that your event goes just the way you want it to.

We serve Lunch and Dinner daily in a casual, relaxing lodge environment with beautiful garden views

A 59 year old Pismo Beach tradition that lives on!

Our Story:

Brad & Helen Phillips bought “The Hut,” a small hamburger stand in 1953. “The Hut” burned down in 1955, & the new “Brad’s” restaurant was built in 1956. In 1973, the family purchased the lot adjacent to the restaurant for use as a parking lot.

After 20 fruitful years Brad & Helen retired in 1976, leasing the restaurant outside the family.

Following Brad’s death in 1979, the family began talking about re-opening the restaurant. In 1981, Helen Phillips, with the help & support of her daughters & grandchildren, opened the third edition of Brad’s restaurant.

The parking lot turned into a patio in 1983, & forever changed the business. Formerly known as a coffee shop, with a strong breakfast trade, Brad’s became a full-fledged restaurant, with a growing reputation for Seafood, Clam Chowder & Barbecue.

Helen Phillips died on Christmas Day in 1990, & the restaurant passed to her daughters, MaryAnn Becker, Sharlene Bryant, & Gerry Graham. Brad’s has always been managed by a family member & has always been known for delicious home cooking & “member of the family” service.

Award Winning Clam Chowder · Indoor Oak Pit BBQ Voted Best BBQ Tri-Tip Sandwiches in San Luis Obispo County!

BBQ Buffalo Clams as featured by Bobby Flay on the Food Network Breakfast ‘til 11am featuring our mouth-watering seafood omelette Dine Inside or Outside on the lovely Heated Outdoor Patio

We feature entertainment nightly in our Fireside Lounge.

For details about weddings, meetings, anniversaries or retreats, call Rebecca at 805-927-6114 ext. 2202.

2905 Burton Drive • 927-4200 www.CambriaPinesLodge.com

805-773-6165 | 209 Pomeroy Street, Pismo Beach

Located in the Heart of Downtown Pismo Beach, 1 Block from the Ocean

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194 Town Center East, Santa Maria

Sake Sushi #2 816 E. Grand Ave., Arroyo Grande

(805) 937-1369

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(Bradley & Clark)

Mon-Sat 11:30am–10pm Sun 11:30am–9pm

Sake Sushi (lower level next to Sears)

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ENCHILADAS MEXICANAS three chicken enchiladas smothered with our special sauce, topped with sour cream, served with our own delicious potatoes CHILE RELLENOS a house specialty- 2 fresh, long green chiles, stuffed with cheese, batter-dipped and fried golden brown, topped with special salsa and served with rice & beans COMBO GRANDE chile relleno, enchilada de carne, taco de pollo, served with rice & beans ENCHILADA SUISAS two chicken enchiladas covered with green tomatillo sauce and topped with sour cream served with rice & beans ENCHILADAS DE CAMARON two shrimp enchiladas topped with salsa, cheese and sour cream, served with rice & beans

MENUDO and POZOLE SERVED DAILY! A CENTRAL COAST TRADITION FOR 3 GENERATIONS!

O PATI NG I DINN BLE! ILA AVA

Pre-order our award winning salsa by the ½ gallon for your next family BBQ or event!

Santa Maria 110 S.Lincoln St. Ste 106

925-2841

Mon – Fri 8am-9pm

Sat & Sun 7am-9pm

Rediscover the Gardens

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With 15-years professional cooking he Sycamore Mineral Resort and experience behind him, Trester worked Spa, one of San Luis Obispo’s for renowned chefs across the nation, most popular destinations, gets its including, Norman Van Aiken, Todd name for more than its beautiful Avila English, and Mark Gold. On his menus Valley hillside setting and spa. It features Trester spotlights Central Coast farms and the Gardens, a fine dining, singular the artisans who tend them. Most of his restaurant managed by executive chef produce comes from Johnson Farms and Robert Trester who’s passionate about fresh seasonal foods. His cuisine is almost the renowned Windrose Farms in Paso exclusively locally and naturally produced Robles owned by Bill and Barbara Spencer.

Trester has purchased directly from in Central Coast ranches, fisheries, and Barbara since he was a chef in Los Angeles. organically farmed gardens. The ardent “We always arrived early at the Santa Trester insists on produce harvested at Monica Farmer’s Market to help Barbara the peak of the season, and maintains unload,” he recalled, “That way we got an organically farmed garden that’s the best of what she was selling at the just steps away from his kitchen door. market.” He still honors her on his menus, Trester’s epicurean dishes, always artfully like the new “early spring” dinner menu presented, have made the Gardens a with a salad named, “Barbara’s babies,” destination for wine connoisseurs. whole heads of tiny lettuces with roasted It’s not surprising Trester’s beets, lemon and herb cream. contemporary and classical dishes are That carefully tended produce comes focused on farm fresh cuisine. He grew up to the table in fabulous dishes like: Pan on his parent’s farm in Wisconsin, helping them farm the garden. The exacting roasted sea scallops, smoked celery root chef refuses frozen fish or anything else. purée, early spring peas and shoots, and He selects only the finest roasted organic chicken, fresh fish and prefers local crispy broccoli, housemade Gardens products like live Dungeness sausage, and jus. Another Restaurant crabs and naturally raised excellent choice is Trester’s at Sycamore meats. You’ll taste the “garden party,” a fivedifference in his Dungeness course, spontaneously Springs crab ravioli with lemon, prepared dinner that Resort & Spa smoked sesame, and brown can be ordered with 1215 Avila Beach Dr. butter sauce made from live, complementary wines.

San Luis Obispo local crabs cooked that day.

The Gardens 595-7365 The Garden’s one-acre expertly-chosen wine list fruit and vegetable garden features highly soughtis managed by professional gardener after, limited wines from local artisans.

Ralph Johnson of Johnson Farms, Avila Yet they waive the corkage fee on a Beach. Trester and Johnson are making single bottle of Central Coast wine plans to increase the garden to twocarried in. The chef’s consistency and acres flourishing with fruit, vegetables, dedication to quality quickly earned him and edible flowers. During the peak acclaim. “When you come here to dine, of summer the chef chooses from 35 it’s not going to be what it was another varieties of tomatoes, 12 varieties of time.” Trester concluded. “I want people peppers, colorful cranberry beans, corn, to leave feeling great about enjoying herbs, and edible flowers for garnishing simple, fresh ingredients during an his contemporary dishes. impeccable dining experience.”

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THE GARDENS R ESTAURANT at Sycamore Mineral Springs Resort & Spa

FARM | TO TABLE | CUISINE

Garden Inspired · Seasonal Ingredients · Locally Grown Seasonal and Spontaneous Coastal Cuisine by Executive Chef Robert Trester

Dine with us:

Open Daily | Serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner

Alfresco Dining on our Patio · Romantic Dining Room Bar & Lounge · Happy Hour Mon-Fri · Private Dining Events from 10-125 guests

Locals Special

SLO county residents save 15% off Breakfast, Lunch or Dinner Entrées With valid local ID. Excludes special menus, alcohol and happy hour. Not valid with any other discounts.

Complimentary corkage for one bottle of SLO County wine

1215 Avila Beach Drive | San Luis Obispo | 805-595-7302

www.sycamoresprings.com

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HAPPY HOURS AT THE MARKET!

Wine & Cheese does Happy Hours 5 days a week! 4-8pm

Our Happy Hours feature $5 glasses of select reds, whites, and bubbles as well as appetizers at HAPPY prices.

Need a break by mid-week?

Join us for Wine Down Wednesday and expand your local wine horizon as we sample flavors from the Santa Maria valley and Central Coast. All dine-in wine ½ off from 4 to 8pm.

BRUNCH & LUNCH SALAD

SHRIMP CAESAR 15 Grilled Jumbo Shrimp, Parmigiano Reggiano, House Garlic Croutons, Chopped Romaine CENTRAL CITY LOUIE 16 1 Lump Crab Cake, 3 Shrimp, Hard Poached Egg, Avocado, Cherry Tomato, Butter Lettuce, 1000 Island CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD 13 Grilled Chicken, Asian Greens, Shaved Carrots, Almonds, Sesame Seeds, Crispy Noodles, Soy Ginger Dressing GRILLED SALMON SALAD 15 Mixed Greens, Oven Roasted Tomato, Capers, Goat Cheese, Balsamic Vinaigrette

ENTREES

SHRIMP SCAMPI 15 Linguini Pasta Tossed with Shrimp, Tomato, Basil, Garlic & Olive Oil CHICKEN N’ BISCUITS 14 Fried Chicken Breast and Thigh, Buttermilk Biscuits, Succotash & Sweet Milk Bacon Gravy CARNITAS TOSTADA 12 Braised Pork, Pinquito Beans, Roasted Corn, Crispy Corn Tortilla, Guacamole, Chili Verde QUICHE 12 Florentine or Loraine, with House Green Salad

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CAPRESE MELT 11 Fresh Mozzarella, Tomato, Basil Pesto Aioli on Ciabatta, with Italian Pasta Salad TUSCAN HOAGIE 12 Italian Salami, Prosciutto, Provolone, Roma Tomato, Pepperoncini, Pickled Onions, Basil Aioli, on Baguette, with Italian Pasta Salad TURKEY DE PARIS 12 House Roasted Turkey, Brie, Cranberry Chutney, Wild Greens on Cracked Wheat, with Tabouli CHICKEN SALAD 10 Cranberry Curry Chicken Salad, Lettuce, Tomato, on Ciabatta, with House Green Salad BRASSERIE VEGGIE 11 Roasted Peppers, Sweet Sun Dried Tomato, Tapenade, White Bean Spread & Baby Greens on Fresh Baguette, with Spicy Couscous CITY CLUB 12 Roasted Turkey, Avocado, Bacon, Tomato, Lettuce, Bleu Cheese Dressing, on Grilled Sourdough, with Fries MARKET FRENCH DIP 14 Shaved Tri Tip, Provolone & Caramelized Onions Garlic Toasted French Roll Dipped in Au Jus, with Fries

GOOD MORNING

CRISPY CHICKEN 12 Chicken Breast, Swiss, Avocado, Lettuce, Tomato & Ham on Grilled Sourdough, with Cole Slaw

GRANOLA PARFAIT 7 House Made Granola, Vanilla Yogurt, Fresh Berries

SOUTHWEST TRI TIP 14 Smoked Tri Tip, Swiss, Ortega Chilies, Tomato, Chipotle Mayo, on Grilled Sourdough, with Mac ‘n Cheese

BREAD PUDDING FRENCH TOAST 11 Maple Syrup, Served With Crispy Bacon

ocated in the heart of California's Central Coast surrounded by the beauty of Wine Country, is the one restaurant that continues to have everyone talking; Central City Market.

As the only true Bistro on the Central Coast we provide a food experience centered on outstanding classic cuisine as well as the innovative preparations of Chef John Butler. He offers a selection of the very best classic dishes, from French onion soup to filet mignon with a red wine demi reduction. Try some of these dishes along with a bottle of wine from our extensive wine list at the most reasonable prices anywhere! Come enjoy these classics in our garden room setting for continental breakfast, lunch, dinner and Saturday/Sunday brunch.

SANDWICH

OLD SCHOOL BURGER 13 8 oz Angus Round, Lettuce, Tomato & House Made Mayonnaise on Kaiser Roll, with Fries

SALMON TARTAR 14 Chopped Smoked Salmon, Red Onion, Capers, served with Herbed Cream Cheese & Toasted Bagel CLASSIC BENEDICT 13 Canadian Bacon, Poached Eggs, Hollandaise Sauce, Served with Hash Browns

PULLED PORK PATTY MELT 12 Braised Pork, BBQ Sauce, Caramelized Onions, Aged Cheddar on Grilled Rye, with Potato Salad RUEBEN 12 House Smoked Pastrami, Bacon Braised Sauerkraut, Swiss, Homemade 1000, on Grilled Rye, with Fries

CRAB CAKE BENEDICT 16 Lump Crab, Spinach, Applewood Bacon, Hollandaise Sauce, Served with Hash Browns SOUTHWESTERN BENEDICT 13 House Smoked Pastrami, Roasted Chilies, Chipotle Hollandaise, Served with Hash Browns HUEVOS RANCHEROS 12 3 Fried Eggs, Black Beans, Spanish, Avocado, Salsa, Crema, Corn Tortillas PASTRAMI HASH 12 House Smoked Pastrami, Potatoes, Onion, Bell Pepper, Served with 2 Poached Eggs & Wheat Toast

Central City Market / Town Center Mall (First Floor, near Macy’s) / Santa Maria / 925-7766

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It is our privilege to serve you for over 17 years. We make traditional Boiled New York Style Bagels.They’re crunchy on the outside and chewy on the inside. Our variety of cream cheeses are sensational, and we create our own seasonal flavors right here. What makes us special: Drive-Thru, Espresso, fresh Salads & Sandwiches using Boar’s Head Meat. Our New York Style Bagels and homemade Cream Cheeses are the best ever made!

We’re proud to be Locally Owned!

BAGELS

Plain • Egg • Sesame • Garlic • Poppy Seed • Works • Salt Chocolate Chip • Cranberry • Banana Nut • Blueberry • Honey Oat Cinnamon Raisin • Jalapeño • Cinnamon Apple • Cinnamon Sugar Sundried Tomato • Spinach Cheddar • Wheat • Mixed Grain Sesame Wheat • Onion • Sourdough

CREAM CHEESES

Plain • Low Fat Plain • Garlic & Onion • Cinnamon Raisin • Lox Sundried Tomato • Low Fat Strawberry • Honey Walnut • Chives Low Fat Veggie • Green Olive • Jalapeño

SANDWICHES

Made with Boar’s Head Meat Turkey • New York Pastrami • Black Forest Ham Roast Beef • Salami Veggie, with Avocado and Cucumber Sandwich BLT - toasted with mayo, bacon, lettuce, and tomato

SALADS

Chicken Caesar • Chef Salad Oriental Chicken • Garden Salad

COFFEE & SPECIALTY DRINKS

Gourmet roasted, premium, flavored coffee of the highest quality.

Famous Blended Drinks Delicious All Natural Fruit Smoothies

ARROYO GRANDE

1259 East Grand Avenue (805) 473-1500

Drive-Thru Window Hours: 6am-3pm Monday - Saturday 7am-2pm Sunday

PISMO BEACH

503 Five Cities Drive, #B (805) 773-9263

Hours: 6am - 3pm Monday - Friday 6am - 4pm Saturday 7am - 4pm Sunday

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BLAC SHEEP BAR & GRILL Cocktails • Food • Patio

Chips & Salsa .............................................5.95 Calamari Rings ......................................... 9.50 Buffalo Drumsticks ...................................8.95 Jalapeño Poppers .....................................8.95 Onion Rings ..............................................8.95 Killer Nachos ................................8.95 / 12.95 Breaded Chicken Strips .............................9.95

with your choice of ranch, blue cheese, bbq or honey dijon sauce

Burgers & Sandwiches

Served with either fries, soup of the day, or salad. All burgers come with lettuce, tomatoes, onions, and thousand island. 1.00 Add ons: Swiss, cheddar, or pepper jack cheese. 1.50 Add ons: Bacon, chili, avocado, or mushrooms.

Black Sheep Guinness Burger ...................8.95

Grilled half pound burger basted in our own Guinness reduction.

“1117 Chorro” .............................................9.95

Our Guinness burger topped with cheddar cheese, sautéed mushrooms, peppers, and onions.

TASTE our passion for Central Coast Cuisine on a bite by bite, step by step tour through SLO or Paso Robles’ Historic Downtowns.

Mediterranean Turkey Burger ..................8.75

Oak Barbecued Baby Back Ribs & Fries ....9.95 Mozzarella Cheese Sticks...........................8.95

A seasoned and grilled turkey burger, with all the works.

Salads

A blend of whole grains and vegetables, served with all the works.

Garden Burger .........................................8.50

SLO TOUR:

Tri-Tip Sandwich ........................................9.75

House Salad ..............................................4.95

Oak barbecued tri-tip, on a French roll, with grilled peppers and onions.

Mama Ganache Chocolates • Jaffa • We Olive -SLO Black Sheep • Alegria • Luna Red

Baby Spinach Salad ..................................8.95

Grilled Ham & Cheese Fondue ...................9.75 Grilled ham, tomato, melted mozzarella cheese, on toasted sourdough.

PASO ROBLES TOUR:

Blue cheese crumbles, hardboiled egg, diced tomatoes, apple smoked bacon bits, and croutons.

Rotisserie Seasoned Chicken Salad .. SM 7.95 10.50

Cataneos Portuguese Linguica Sandwich .... 9.75

Choose your favorite salad dressing: Blue cheese, Ranch, Oriental honey sesame, Thousand island or Balsamic vinaigrette.

Seasoned roasted chicken, mixed greens, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, hard egg, and mushrooms.

Black Sheep Tri-Tip Salad ............SM 7.95 10.50 Oak barbecued tri-tip, mixed greens, carrots, cucumbers, tomatoes, hard egg, and mushrooms.

Cajun Blackened Shrimp & Avocado Salad ..............................SM 8.95 12.95 On mixed greens, with tomatoes, hard egg, and lemon.

Pasta

Pub Mac & Cheese ....................................9.95

Elbow macaroni with cheese and mozzarella cheese.

Served au gratin, with a salad.

Pasta Pomodore .......................................9.95 Fusilli pasta prepared with fresh basil, garlic, and tomatoes. Served with garlic bread.

with grilled chicken 13.95 ..... with shrimp 15.95

Fettuccine Alfredo .....................................9.95

Grilled chicken over fettuccine, in a creamy parmesan sauce.

Served with garlic bread. with grilled chicken 13.95 ..... with shrimp 15.95

Best SLO Bar & Best Bar Menu

On a French roll with grilled onions and jalapeño peppers.

South of the Border

Chicken Tortilla Soup .................................4.95 House Made Chili Bowl .............................5.95 With cheddar cheese, red onions, and tortilla chips.

Beef or Chicken Tacos ...............................9.95

Thomas Hill Organics • Estrella • Panolivo Paso Robles Steakhouse and Inn Pithy Little Wine Company

FOOD & WINE TOUR PARTNERS

Two corn tortillas filled with onions jalapeño peppers, cilantro, cheddar cheese, and your choice of beef or chicken. Served with house made salsa and a salad.

Two Fish Tacos .........................................10.95

Alaskan cod sautéed with tomato, onions, jalapeño peppers, and cilantro, over corn tortillas, with cheddar cheese, tartar sauce, house made salsa, and a side salad.

Pub Chicken or Beef Quesadilla ..............10.95

A green spinach flour tortilla filled with onions, peppers, melted cheddar cheese, and your choice of chicken or beef.

Served with house made salsa, and a salad.

Pescado & Chips ......................................11.95

Lightly breaded Atlantic cod filets, served with fries, tartar sauce and lemon.

WE DELIVER! View our full menu at www.blacksheepslo.com 1117 Chorro Street • San Luis Obispo • 805 544-SHEEP (7433) Open Daily 11am-2am · Daily Food Specials · HD TV’s • FREE Wi-Fi

Happy Hour 3pm-6pm Daily Pints $3.50, Well Drinks $3.50

Pint Night Monday’s 9pm

Buy a house pint glass and we’ll fill ‘em up all night long for just $2 Pabst Blue Ribbon, or $3.50 for any other draft beer.

TECATE TUESDAY ALL DAY & ALL NIGHT

$2 TECATE or PBR with your pint glass, plus save $1 off of any food item!!

ASK ABOUT OUR SPECIAL SEASONAL EVENTS AND FARM-TO-TABLE TOURS

Buy Tickets: Call 800.979.3370 or visit www.centralcoastfoodtours.com

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Blue Skye Coastal Cafe “BISTRO ON THE BAY”

Open Daily at 8AM Serving Breakfast All Day, Lunch & Dinner Menu Sampling:

Variety Of Eggs Benedicts Breakfast Specials Waf�les & Fresh Fruit Homemade Soups & Deli Style Sandwiches Steamed Clams Fish Tacos Angus Burgers Pasta Dishes

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95 ison Fondee 19

Serving Breakfast, Lunch and Dinner Open daily 7am to 9pm (closed between 2 pm & 5 pm)

Fine Cajun Cuisine Fried Catfish Po-boy Crawfish Etouffee Featuring Local Wines & Beers Local Farm Fresh Produce Fresh Local Catch Joebella’s Roasted Organic Coffees

Happy Hour 7 Days A Week From 4-6pm Live Entertainment Alfresco Dining with 18 Waterfront Tables Dog Friendly · Casual Relaxed Atmosphere

Best View On The Bay!

Jambalaya Muffalettas Seafood Gumbo Bloody Mary’s and Mimosas Beignets (weekends ‘till 2 PM) Fried Green Tomato Benedict, Eggs Sardou, Fat Tuesday Omelette, Red Beans & Grits with Poached Eggs & Hollandaise

Live Music Every Wed & Thurs nights -Fish & Chips $12.95-

-Fried Chicken $12.95-

(Wed. only)

(Thurs. only)

“Laisses Bon Temps Rouler!”

Plenty of free parking Patio Seating Take out & Catering

Breakfast served ‘til 2pm

805-544-2100 1000 Olive Street, SLO www.bontempcreolecafe.com

699 Embarcadero, Morro Bay · 805-772-8988 On the “Waterfront Walk” at Marina Square

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Located in the Historic Arroyo Grande Village since 1998

Come try out these local favorites, daily creations, & so much more!

An American Classic in Orcutt

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Country Kitchen has become the heart rends come and go in the world and soul of Old Orcutt. of fashion and restaurants, but Because the eatery continues to there’s one style of cooking that evolve, Kay updates the menu to keep never grows old, classic Americana. her clientele satisfied. She’s more than The epitome of that American favorite willing to mix and match foods to create is found at Kay’s Country Kitchen in the perfect meal for her customers.

Orcutt, where they’ve been keeping Besides the old favorites of combination locals happy seven days a week breakfasts, omelets, pancakes, and since 1981. After 32-years, it’s still the hearty burgers, Kay added some very favorite of locals for meeting over a popular treats: Orcutt hash, their cup of coffee or enjoying a rock solid breakfast or lunch. It’s the comfortable signature dish that’s nearly big enough for two people, features ham, linguica, kind of eatery that Santa Maria wine country visitors wish they could find for bacon, and sausage with home-fried red potatoes, topped with jack and a hearty breakfast before heading off cheddar cheeses, bacon n’ sausage to the local wine trails. gravy, and two eggs fried to order with Family owned and operated, it’s a side of toast; and the Red Dragon owned by KayLynn Flagg who bought sharp cheddar cheese melt with Welsh the popular café in 2000. Located in brown ale and mustard seeds atop a Olde Town Orcutt, it’s a great place sirloin burger with grilled red onions to start the morning before work, or and bacon served on grilled sourdough. visiting Santa Maria Valley’s popular The charismatic Kay has been wine tasting rooms which are fairly popular with her customers since close by. Kay started working there as she started waiting a part-time waitress and tables there, as have fell in love with the sweet her children who work place. She seized the Kay’s Orcutt weekends: “I’ve always opportunity to become a Country Kitchen loved coming here and I restaurateur when, “The spend my working hours gentleman who owned it 127 E. Clark Ave. doing what I love most.” offered to sell it to me.”

Orcutt She continually strives to The quaint café was tiny ensure everything from at first, and as business 934-4429 the food to the service grew she often opened and the prices meet her the door to a queue of regulars waiting for guest’s needs: “You might tables. “I’m a hometown girl, I grew pay a bit more than you would at some up here,” explained Kay. “When the of the other restaurants, but we give people next door said they’d sell me you a lot better food for the price.” their property, I expanded.” She had She also offers banquet services, and the building restored to its original thanks to moderate temperatures décor, era 1904. “It’s a hometown nearly year round there’s patio dining. restaurant with mid-Western flair. The Kay concluded, “We want to make restaurant has continued to flourish sure your experience is going to and it has been a sweet love affair for make you think you don’t want to dine me.” Under the direction of Kay, the anywhere else.”

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Vegetarian

Garden Burger

Hummus, Avocado, Swiss Cheese, A Garden Meatless Patty, Swiss Cheese, Cucumber, Tomato, Lettuce, Sprouts.

Avocado, Cucumber, Carmelized Served on Hearty Wheat Bread.

Onion, Tomatoes, & Sprouts. $7.25 Regular $5.95 Half $4.50

Turkey Burger

Godfather Ham, Turkey, Salami & Provolone Cheese. Served on a Fresh French Roll. Regular $6.75 Half $4.50

Homemade topped with Avocado, Blue Cheese, Sprouts, Tomatoes, Carmelized Onions & Mayo. $6.95

Deli Salad

Strips of Smoked Turkey Breast, Pastrami & Swiss Lean Ham, Jack & Cheddar Cheeses.

Lean Pastrami Thinly Sliced with Crisp Romaine Lettuce, Tomatoes, Melted Swiss Cheese, Dijon Mustard Cucumbers, Green Peppers, Red Onions, & Ranch Dressing. Served on a Garbanzo Beans, Carrots, Black Olives, Grilled French Roll. $6.95 Croutons & Pepperoncinis. Served with Buttermilk Ranch Dressing. $7.50 Baja Chicken

Bacon Wrap Grilled Chicken Breast Strips, Melted Monterey Jack Cheese, Bacon, Crisp Romaine Lettuce & Tomatoes. Topped with Ranch Dressing. Wrapped in a Flour Tortilla. $6.50

Mex Burger 1/2 lb. burger topped with Melted Pepper Jack Cheese, Ortega Chilies, Tomatoes, Carmelized Onions, Salsa, Mayo & Lettuce. $6.95

Happy Hour Saturdays 4:30-6:30 Drink & App Specials

Summer Music Series Beginning May 31st!

Friday Nights 5:30-8:30 on the patio

Join Us For These FUN Events...

May 11th

ANNUAL BIKE FEST!

Partnered with SLO County Bike Coalition

July 6th

RUNNING OF THE BEERS Annual Craft Beer Festival

Branch Street Deli Caters!

203 East Branch Street, Arroyo Grande www.branchstreetdeli.com · 489-9099

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Chicken Fresca Salad PUB MENU Appetizers

Beer Battered Chicken Strips – Chicken breasts hand-dipped in locally brewed Firestone DBA beer, panko crusted & deep fried. Served with our house-made dipping sauces $6.95 Sliders – Three little tastes of our popular Pub Burger with lettuce, tomato, dill pickle, red onion, our special sauce, & served on a grilled soft brioche bun.

Cheese upon request $9.95

Specialties Shepherd’s Pie – A traditional shepherd’s pie made with beef, chicken, or veggies & topped with fresh creamy mashed potatoes $11.95 Macaroni & Cheese – Our house-made four-cheese macaroni & cheese topped with parmesan panko breadcrumbs $9.95

Chicken Fajitas

STEAKHOUSE MENU Entrèes

Served with fresh seasonal vegetables & your choice of a twice baked potato, mashed potatoes, french fries, sweet potato fries, or basmati rice Shrimp Cocktail – Jumbo shrimp Pork Chop – A thick cut bone-in pork served with our house-made cocktail chop char grilled & served with sautéed sauce & fresh lemon $12.95 apples $24.95 Baby Back Ribs – Tender baby back ribs Sashimi Plate – Thinly sliced sashimi char grilled with our house rub & finished grade ahi tuna served with wasabi with our house made BBQ sauce $27.95 mayonnaise & soy $12.95 Grilled Chicken – Half chicken seasoned Salads & Soups with our house rub & char grilled. Served with hickory smoked BBQ sauce $24.95 Traditional Cobb – Fresh lettuce, tomato, Fish of the Day – Fresh local fish cooked bleu cheese, olives, cucumber, grilled chicken, bacon & hard-boiled egg. Served to perfection. Market Price with fresh bread & choice of dressing $12 Stuffed Portabella Mushroom – A meaty portabella mushroom stuffed with Cowboy Cobb – Fresh lettuce, tomato, blue grilled vegetables, fresh bread crumbs, & cheese, olives, cucumber, char grilled beef, Parmesan cheese $18.95 bacon & hard-boiled egg. Served with fresh Harris Ranch Angus Steaks bread & choice of dressing $14 Choose your favorite steak & we will char grill it just the way you like it, & pair it Sandwiches with your choice of sautéed mushrooms, Served with your choice of French fries, caramelized onions, blue cheese, sweet potato fries, or a dinner salad. béarnaise sauce, or any combo you’d like!

Cheese choices include cheddar, swiss, 20oz. Bone-In Cowboy Cut provolone, pepper jack, & American Ribeye Steak $39.95 10oz. Angus Filet Mignon* $37.95 The Pub Burger – One-Half pound burger topped with lettuce, tomato, dill pickle, 14oz. New York Strip $31.95 red onion, & special sauce, served on a 5oz. Bacon Wrapped Petite Filet $24.95 grilled soft brioche bun. Choice of melted 8oz. Top Sirloin - Baseball Cut $22 cheese upon request $9.95 * If you order the filet medium well or well done, it will be butterflied.

The Cambrian Burger – Start with our delicious Pub Burger & add bacon & Add 4 Grilled Jumbo Prawns fresh avocado $11.95 to any steak for $9.95

Breakfast Omelette Meat Nachos Supreme Burrito Roco 7 Locations To Serve You! Taco Roco Santa Rosa

281 Santa Rosa St. San Luis Obispo, Ca Phone: 784-0502 Fax: 784-0503

Taco Roco Broad Taco Roco Express 3230 Broad Street, Ste 100 San Luis Obispo, Ca (805)543-2810

Taco Roco Central

4090 Burton Drive • Cambria, CA. • (805) 927-0782 TheCambriaPub.com • Lunch & Dinner • Closed Wednesdays

129 W. Central St. Lompoc, Ca Phone: 737-0255

2021 S. Broadway Santa Maria, Ca Phone: 739-8887

Taco Roco Lompoc

1140 N. “H” Street Lompoc, Ca Phone: 737-3830

Taco Roco Solvang

614 Alamo Pintado Rd. Solvang, Ca Phone: 686-1901

Taco Roco Buellton

245 Avenue of Flags Buellton, Ca Phone: 693-0939

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Serving Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner A Sample of Our Menu

Ragged Point offers beautiful

Starters

California Crab Cakes-Dungeness crab meat with rice, peppers, onions and seasonings, lightly breaded and fried golden brown. Served over fresh greens tossed with balsamic vinaigrette and a spicy chipotle aioli Stuffed MushroomsFresh mushrooms, filled with our special herb cheese and baked in sherry and garlic lemon butter, then broiled and topped with aged Parmesan cheese Tempura Shrimp-Plump black prawns tiger, lightly coated in tempura batter and fried golden brown. Served over wasabi-ginger cole slaw with a spicy peanut sauce

From The Sea -

Served with your choice of mixed green salad or homemade soup and home-baked bread Ask about our Daily Fish Specials Cajun Fish Tacos- Today’s catch, sprinkled with Cajun spices, served in a soft corn tortilla, and topped with Monterey jack and cheddar cheese, cabbage, and a chipotlesour cream sauce Cilantro Lime Shrimp or ScallopsYour choice of plump Mexican prawns, fat juicy scallops, or both, sautéed with shallots, garlic, lime juice, cilantro, and butter.

Entrees

Western Rib Eye- 12 ounce all-natural black Angus beef, coated with a spicy cowboy seasoning blend, char-grilled, and served with our own zesty steak sauce. With our house potatoes and steamed fresh vegetables Vegetarian Stir-Fry- Seasonal fresh vegetables and tofu in a spicy garlicginger sauce with jasmine rice Apple Celery Salad- Granny Smith and red delicious apples with celery, walnuts, and raisons, tossed with a creamy yogurt dressing Ragged Point Stuffed Chicken Breast Grill-roasted chicken breast, marinated with fresh rosemary and stuffed with herb cheese. Served with our house potatoes and steamed fresh vegetables Grilled Pork Chops Pacific Rim Short Ribs Hearst Ranch Top Sirloin Black Bean Burger Rosemary Pasta-Fresh Roma and sun-dried tomatoes, green onions, cayenne, garlic, and sweet basil, tossed with rotelle pasta and fresh rosemary cream sauce. Add chicken, sea scallops, shrimp or sea scallop & shrimp combo Pasta Del Sur- Mussels, Clams, and Andouille sausage, simmered with fresh Roma tomatoes, peppers, onions, garlic, cilantro, and white wine, on a bed of linguine. Topped with aged parmesan cheese Grilled Marinated EggplantSesame-ginger marinated eggplant, char-grilled and topped with a spicy peanut sauce with Jasmine Rice Seafood Salad- Black tiger prawns, sea scallops, calamari, and Dungeness crab, tossed with fresh greens, cabbage, sweet peppers, onions, Roma tomatoes, and our chipotlecilantro-lime dressing Ragged Point Burger- Charbroiled hand-packed, choice Angus Hearst Ranch Beef patty, with lettuce, tomato, pickles, onions, and our honey-jalapeno sauce. Served with fries. Add cheese, avocado or bacon

private accommodations and creative gourmet dining in an unparalleled garden environment while treating its guests with that “Million Dollar View” overlooking the dramatic coastline of the gateway to Big Sur. It has also become a popular location for special occasions such as weddings, receptions, meetings, seminars and parties.

Reservations 805-927-5708 www.raggedpointinn.com Breakfast Served 8am-11am Lunch Served 11:30-4:30pm Dinner Served 5pm-9pm, please call for winter hours Check out our new room accommodations The Cliff House with stunning views.

Hotel Reservations 927-4502

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FRESH JUICE BAR SHAKES & SMOOTHIES KIDS MENU AVAILABLE

Sample of Menu Mr. Natural $7.99 Fresh seasonal vegetables, steamed over short grain brown rice.

Add cheese $.60 Tahini-ginger sauce $.60 Sauteed tofu $9.99 Grilled chicken $9.99 Veggie Stir Fry 8.59 Fresh seasonal veggies stir fried in a ginger-soy sauce served over steaming brown rice.

Add sautÊed tofu $9.99 Tempeh Tacos $6.99 Ground soy tempeh in a zesty red sauce on corn tortillas with cheese topped with shredded SALADS With lemon herb,tofu dill, italian, ranch or tahini lettuce and sprouts. Sub beans and rice $1.50 Natural Salad $6.99 Half Salad $4.59 Stuffed Veggie Quesadilla $8.59 Red leaf, green leaf and romaine lettuce served Whole wheat tortilla stued with sauteed with carrots, red onions, jicama, red cabbage, veggies and cheese topped with guacamole, tomato and sprouts. salsa and sour cream. With salad garnish.

Old Town Salad $7.59 Buddha Burrito $8.99 Mixed greens topped with short grain Sauteed veggies, pinto beans and rice wrapped brown rice, carrots, feta cheese, tomato and in a whole wheat tortilla topped with ranchero guacamole. sauce, cheese, sour cream and guacamole. With salad garnish.

APPETIZERS

Natural Soups cup $3.00 bowl $3.99 Made fresh in our kitchen every morning. Served with 9-grain bread.

Nachos Grande $6.99 Blue corn chips topped with black beans, rice, olives, red onions, cheese, salsa, guacamole, sour cream.

Vegetarian Chili cup $3.55 bowl $4.79 Topped with cheese & onions with a side of corn bread & honey butter.

Hummus w/Pita $5.29 Garbanzo tahini puree with wedges of whole wheat pita bread.

PASTA

Pasta Special After 5pm Market Price Chef’s choice of pasta with homemade sauce served with garlic bread and salad.

Primo Pesto $8.49 Pasta of the day tossed with fresh homemade pesto sauce and feta cheese, served with a salad garnish and garlic bread.

Veggie Lasagna $8.99 Spinach pasta covered with ricotta cheese, fresh vegetables and marinara sauce with garlic bread.

Grilled Veggie Sandwich $6.99 Fresh seasonal veggies lightly grilled, served on 9-grain bread with lettuce, sprouts, tomato and garlic mayonnaise.

Grilled Eggplant $6.99 Char-broiled eggplant and red peppers, with feta cheese, pesto and sprouts on 9-grain bread.

Portobella Mushroom $7.29 Marinated, grilled portobello mushroom with jack cheese, grilled onions, tomato, sprouts and pesto and garlic mayo, on 9-grain bread.

The Local Favorite $6.55 Avocado with lettuce, sprouts, tomato, red onion on 9-grain bread with garlic mayo.

Roasted Turkey $6.55 Fresh turkey breast with lettuce, sprouts, tomato, red onion on 9-grain bread with dijon mustard and garlic mayo.

Albacore $6.55 Chunk albacore tuna mixed with mayo, pickle relish and onions with lettuce, sprouts, tomato on 9-grain bread with dijon mustard.

Melt with cheese $.75

CHICKEN & FISH

Mt. Fuji Stir Fry $9.99 Marinated chicken stir fried with fresh seasonal vegetables in a ginger-soy sauce served over steamed brown rice.

Cabo Fish Tacos $8.29 Spiritual Spinach Salad $7.59 Halibut sauteed in chunky salsa on corn tortillas Topped with carrots, olives, artichoke hearts, with cheese topped with shredded carrot, cabSANDWICHES feta cheese, veggie-bacon bits and sprouts. bage and lime. Sub beans & rice $1.50 Grilled Chicken Caesar $9.29 Served with blue corn chips and Chicken Tacos $7.59 The Natural Caesar topped with grilled chicken homemade salsa.

Good Karma Burger $6.99 Chicken in a mild taco sauce on corn tortillas tenders in a light marinade.

Tempeh veggie patty served on a whole wheat with cheese topped with shredded lettuce and Natural Cobb Salad $8.99 bun with lettuce, tomato, sprouts and garlic sprouts. Sub beans & rice $1.50 A variety of chopped greens topped with feta mayo. Add cheese $.75 cheese, vegetarian baco-bits, turkey, tomatoes, Zen Burger $6.99 avocado and sprouts.

Unique blend of whole grain Tostada Salad $7.99 and vegetable patty served Baked whole wheat tortilla topped with black on a whole wheat bun with beans, rice, mixed greens, carrots, jicama, salsa, lettuce, tomato, sprouts and sour cream and guacamole. garlic mayo. Add cheese $.75 East Beach Salad $8.99 Gobbler Burger $6.99 Seasonal veggies lightly marinated and grilled, Ground turkey patty charserved over a bed of baby-leaf greens with broiled, topped with grilled carrot, tomato and jicama. red onion, lettuce, tomato, sprouts, served on a whole Add-Ons to any salad Grilled Chicken $2.29 wheat bun with 1000 island Chunk Albacore $2.00 Sauteed Tofu $2.29 dressing. Add cheese $.75

VEGETARIAN

Santa Barbara Veggie Grill $7.99 Fresh seasonal vegetables grilled, served over short grain brown rice. Add sauteed tofu $9.99 grilled chicken $9.99

Falafel Pita $6.99 Falafel balls with hummus, tomato, sprouts and shredded carrots with tahini-ginger sauce in a whole wheat pita.

Grilled Chicken Pita $6.99 Fresh natural chicken tenders in a light marinade with lettuce, tomato, sprouts, and red onion in a whole wheat pita with dijon mustard.

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Baja Burrito $8.99 Chicken in a ranchero sauce, pinto beans and rice wrapped in a whole wheat tortilla topped with ranchero sauce, cheese, guacamole, and sour cream. With salad garnish.

Chicken Enchiladas $8.99 Corn tortillas stued with ranchero chicken, black beans, rice and cheese topped with spicy enchilada sauce, sour cream and guacamole.

With salad garnish.

Fish Special After 5pm Market Price Fresh catch of the day with rice and steamed vegetables.

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specials foods from our menus, and e’re still here and still much more.â€? available,â€? said the warmPopolo can handle any event, hearted chef and owner gourmet dinner for two, business of Popolo Catering, Leon Castillo, retreats, or big family style weddings. who’s famous for his delicious rotisserie You can order dinner-to-go for two chicken, Santa Maria style tri-tip, people if you call early that morning or a potatoes au gratin, and unique fusion day ahead. With a catering company of cuisine. “This is the reinvention of this quality level and experience, every Popolo Rotisserie & CafĂŠ. People will customer small or large can count on never forget that name and now we’re them to be there every step of the way. living the life and dream of Popolo They help you create the menu you’ve Catering.â€? This family owned business dreamed of, confirm the necessary that’s managed by Leon is supported contracts and permits, finalize details, by his wife Kathleen and son Kenny. and take away the stress.

It’s busier than ever since he focused Popolo Catering’s upcoming projects the business on full service catering. include providing their clientele every Leon proudly says that Popolo Catering service for an upcoming event or can create the event of your dreams, wedding. Leon’s staff is training to whether it’s a small private gathering, book flights, vacations, or business an extravagant celebration, or a dreamy conferences. He will also have wedding. These professionals will professional wedding consultants happily take care of every detail for you. who arrange every small detail, from Leon explained the business has blossomed into something greater than invitations, dinners and the florist, to the it was with the new Popolo Catering, wedding cake specialist, photographer, and they’re making dreams DJ, and the minister. come true for people.

It’s not just Leon’s Still in the original Popolo expertise that keeps his Popolo Catering kitchen, they’re cooking satisfied clientele coming the great foods his regular back again and again. He’s 1255 Monterey St., customers loved at the become one of the most Suite B cafĂŠ. Leon and his talented popular caterers in SLO San Luis Obispo cooks make everything because he cares about from scratch. This is fine people. Weddings have 543-9543 cuisine at its most creative, special meaning for Leon, which he calls fusion, a who personally serves merge of Italian, Mexican, the bride and groom and world famous Santa Maria style their dinner and tells them: “We’re barbecue in one unforgettable dining proud to serve you your first meal experience. There’s everything from as husband and wife.â€? Seeing their rotisserie chicken, steaks, salmon, or a beaming faces and hearing the thanks whole pig roasted over red oak to an he gets for making their wedding day array of freshly baked breads, salads, unforgettable makes him very happy. side dishes, and elaborate desserts. “When people say, ‘Oh my gosh that’s “People ask if I can cook their mom’s the best chicken or tri-tip I ever had in Cuban foods for their event,â€? Leon my life,â€? and when I see the smiles on noted. “I always say yes, we can do it. their faces, that’s my reward.â€?

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SPRING 2013 Signature Salads & Wraps Carnivore Santa Maria Style romaine, red leaf, tri-tip, pinquito beans, roasted garlic, tomato, green chilis, garlic croutons, bbq ranch Spicy Tuna arugula, romaine, red leaf, sesame encrusted ahi tuna, edamame slaw, avocado, sunflower sprouts, won ton crunch, cucumber wasabi vinaigrette El Ranchero romaine, red leaf, tri-tip, chicken, bacon, corn and tomato salsa, cotija, tortilla crunch, chipotle ranch All American romaine, iceberg, spring mix, ground beef, tomato, pickled onion, smoked cheddar bacon ketchup, buttermilk ranch

Omnivore SXSW romaine, iceberg, red leaf, sunflower sprouts, coffee encrusted ground beef, corn and black bean salsa, white cheddar, red wine vinaigrette Banh Mi arugula, spinach, spring mix, braised pork belly, daikon, pickled asian slaw, sriracha aioli, yuzu vinaigrette Chicken Caprese romaine, pesto chicken, Italian salsa, ciabatta croutons, balsamic vinaigrette Caesar romaine, chicken, parmesan, pecorino, tear drop tomatoes, focaccia croutons, classic Caesar Mt. Olympus romaine, spinach, chicken, greek relish, quinoa, feta, marcona almond, lemon oregano vinaigrette

Spa Hale to Kale black kale, red leaf, spinach, sunflower sprouts, radish and kumquat salsa, nutritional yeast, apple cider vinaigrette Market Vegetable spring mix, romaine, arugula, market fresh vegetables, apples, grapes, roasted beets, goat cheese, spiced pumpkin seeds, apple cider vinaigrette The Detox spinach, black kale, sunflower sprouts, broccoli, cabbage, apples, roasted beets, dried cranberries, marcona almonds, cayenne citrus vinaigrette • Soups are made from scratch daily • Wraps served in artisan flat bread

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custom built wraps & salads MADE to order Open Daily 11am - 8pm 779 Price Street, Downtown Pismo Beach, California 93449

(805) 295-6497

WWW.CHOPST.COM

INFO@CHOPST.COM

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Let Chop Street Cater Your Office Meeting, Party, or Family Gathering

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ENTREES

OYSTERS ROCKEFELLER

DOUBLE CHICKEN BREAST

Air line chicken breast with spinach, ar�choke hearts, roasted tomatoes and goat cheese with four cheese macaroni, broccolini and marsala

Our all �me favorite, baked blue point oysters with a melt of spinach, bacon and parmesan

CALAMARI

Breaded to order, fried, with horseradish cocktail sauce and lemon aioli

PISTACHIO AHI TUNA

Warm cous cous salad with bell peppers, green onions, cucumber, mango and a spicy Thai chili sauce finished with wasabi

SHRIMP COCKTAIL

Poached large Pacific �ger prawns, house made horseradish cocktail sauce and lemon & lime wedges

PAN SEARED FILET MIGNON

TUNA POKE

With pommes macaire, bacon wrapped asparagus and red wine reduc�on

Tossed in a Hawaiian marinade with avocado, cucumber salad, crispy wontons, jalapeno oil and wasabi cream

LOBSTER TAIL

roasted heirloom potatoes and seasonal vegetables with drawn bu�er and lemon

DECONSTRUCTED BRUSCHETTA

Roasted tomato, fire roasted bell peppers, elephant garlic, and goat cheese with grilled bague�e

PORTERHOUSE PORK CHOP

Pan-fried chop with loaded mashed potatoes, haricot vert, French fried onions and garlic cream sauce

CHEESE, FRUIT & NUT PLATE

Chef ’s selec�on of fine cheeses from around the world with accoutrements & a selec�on of crackers

FRUITS DE MER

MARGHERITA FLAT BREAD

Prawns, scallops, mussels and clams with roma tomatoes and pappardelle noodles,tossed in a creamy ar�choke & spinach pesto garnished with crispy pance�a

Mozzarella, basil, sliced tomatoes and balsamic

DUCK FLAT BREAD

Duck confit, goat cheese, bacon jam and caramelized onions

COUPLES FILET & LOBSTER

Each of you will experience a pe�te filet mignon with red wine sauce, half a lobster tail with drawn bu�er and lemon, roasted heirloom potatoes & seasonal vegetables

BACON WRAPPED SCALLOPS Fried Brussel sprouts, avocado, goat cheese and lemon aioli

HERB GOAT CHEESE LASAGNA

BEEF CARPACCIO

Thinly sliced uncooked filet mignon with cream of horseradish, grated parmesan, capers, lemon and cros�nis

CLAM CHOWDER

MIXED FIELD GREENS

Green and red grapes, sliced apple, candied pecans, feta and a Devil Dog vinaigre�e

SHRIMP & LOBSTER VOL-EN-VENT

LIVE MUSIC Wednesdays 6 to 9pm Sundays on the Deck 3 to 6pm

SNAPPER DIABLO

DINNER Sunday-Thursday 5 to 9:30pm Friday & Saturday 5 to 10pm

GRILLED SCOTTISH SALMON On a potato cake with broccolini and a lemon caper beurre blanc

CHOPPED WARM SHRIMP SALAD

Mixed field greens tossed with avocado, red onion, bacon, asparagus, corn, roma tomatoes, s�lton blue cheese crumbles & honey cilantro Dijon vinaigre�e

TOP SIRLOIN

Topped with sautéed mushrooms and shallots, with garlic roasted mashed potatoes, mixed baby vegetables and a black peppercorn sauce

CLASSIC CAESAR SALAD

Garlic croutons, shaved parmesan, tomatoes, kalamata olives with house made Caesar dressing

PACIFIC TRIO

Sautéed shrimp, scallops and a pan fried riso�o crab cake, Brussel sprouts tossed with pance�a and a roasted red pepper sauce

ASIAN DUCK SALAD

Confit of duck, mixed field greens, shredded vegetables, toasted coconut, spicy walnuts with a cucumber wasbabi dressing

“THE SEA VENTURE”

SPINACH, GOAT CHEESE & BEET SALAD

Our signature dish of shrimp, scallops, clams, mussels, fish and spicy sausage with saffron riso�o, aroma�c tomato fume with grilled bague�e

Baby spinach, oven-roasted beets with applewood smoked bacon, roma tomato, red onion, warm almond crusted herb goat cheese and roasted tomato vinaigre�e

VENUE

HAPPY HOUR Daily 4 to 6pm

Sautéed with orange juice and guajillo chilli sauce, with Arborio rice, roasted corn, black beans, pearl onions and mango pineapple salsa

Pismo Beach Clam Fes�val Winner

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Lasagna filled with mushrooms, leeks, spinach, and roasted peppers with a marinara sauce Sauteed shrimp and lobster with fingerling potatoes and asparagus with a lobster bu�er sauce

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DRINKS, SMALL PLATES, APPETIZERS Monday-Friday 4pm to close Saturday-Sunday 2pm to close

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SUNDAY BREAKFAST & LUNCH 10am to 2pm

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Treebones Resort in South Big Sur Unique Yurt Lodging and Two Restaurants

“Taste another world nearby”

30 min. drive North of Hearst Castle on Hwy 1

A Family Favorite

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They are open daily for lunch and pen since Januar y 2012, dinner from 11:30 a.m. until 10 Rooster Creek Tavern is the p.m. Happy Hour with food and newest option for dining drink specials is from 4 p.m. until 6 in the Village of Arroyo Grande. p.m. weekdays, and on Friday and The founding par tners had a Saturday nights they of fer “Late hunch that locals would welcome Night Bites,” ser ving piz zas from 10 the kind of place they themselves p.m. until midnight. were seeking close to home. They Owned by partners Daryl and created a neighborhood restaurant Yvette Cope, Ron and Mercedes where people could consistently enjoy freshly made food and drinks, Meier, Bill Hales, Frank and Debbie Schiro, and Meygan Hales, it’s and pay reasonable prices. Since managed daily by Daryl Cope and opening they’ve been packed with loyal, local patrons. The Debbie Schiro. Nonetheless, all of the comfor table, friendly ambience partners are involved in the operation satisfies ever y need. There are of Rooster Creek. Everything from several flat screen televisions for bartending to accounting keeps the spor ting events making it a fun whole team busy. place for a fine meal with the entire With private par t y space for up family. Or, enjoy a romantic date to 50 people, it’s a per fec t place night dining alfresco on the heated for special occasions. Debbie patio where you will be serenaded Schiro handles large groups and by the not-so-distant crow of the events. Whether you’re having roosters who make the banks of the a business meeting or hosting a Arroyo Grande Creek their home. wedding rehearsal dinner, she will Dining at Rooster help you with the finest Creek is wine countr y details to ensure that Rooster Creek casual, where nearly your event is festive and Tavern ever y thing is made from memorable. Rooster scratch. The seasonal Creek also hosts 200 East Branch St. menu of fers delicious special events with Arroyo Grande tavern favorites like local winemakers and in the Village of burgers, wings and area breweries. These Arroyo Grande nachos, along with events are a great house specialties like way for guests to gain 489-2509 the Cane Rum Salmon, knowledge about the or the rib-eye steak, wines and beers that cooked to per fec tion on their oak are craf ted right here in our region. grill. Their signature ar tisan piz zas The tavern was created to are hand-tossed, topped with fresh embrace ever y thing we locals local ingredients and baked in a love about living in wine countr y. wood-fired piz za oven. Daily food “We always listen to our clientele and soup specials keep the options to keep the menu constantly interesting for regular customers. evolving,” said Dar yl Cope.

The full bar provides an excellent “We want it to be a place where selec tion of local wines, a dozen ever yone feels welcome, and we beers on tap, plus the tavern’s treat them like family.” unique list of specialt y cock tails.

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Lunch Daily 12noon - 2pm

Dinners Nightly 6pm-8:30pm

Offering farm to table cuisine with greens and vegetables harvested daily from our on site garden.

Also, Sunset Sushi Bar Serving the freshest, most exquisite sushi within a 60 mile radius.

6 nights a week, 5pm - 9pm

Dinner Reservations recommended.

Call Front Desk 805.927.2390 Call to confirm winter hours of sushi bar 71895 Hwy 1 Big Sur, CA 93920 1-877-424-4787 · www.treebonesresort.com

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“A tiny place serving up big flavors.”

Wine Country Catering Available SALADS

(805)460-9900

Add Pulled Chicken $2 Add Blue Cheese Crumbles $1 Add Goat Cheese $2

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a sampling of our delicious menu:

Homemade Soup of the Day

served with French bread & whipped butter

SANDWICHES

accompanied with our own Waldorf Salad & choice of bread

The “Stevenage”

Roasted breast of turkey with tomato, jack cheese, & crisp lettuce

The “Torquay” Vegetarian

Pepper jack cheese, tomato, cucumber, red onion, & crisp lettuce

The “Lands End”

Albacore tuna & crisp lettuce

ENGLISH TEA SANDWICHES

Salmon & Cucumber · Egg salad Cream Cheese & Cucumber Tomato, Cucumber, & Cream Cheese TEA TIME

Choice of Homemade Scones, Toasted Crumpets, Cream Tea, or The Queen’s Tea

A special place where family and friends gather.

Thurs-Fri 11:30am-3:30pm · Sat 11:30am-4:00pm

(805) 461-9025 5932 Entrada Atascadero

CAESAR Romaine, Grated Parmesan, Tomato, Croutons, Classic Dressing Sm $5 Lrg $10 MARKET GREEN Seasonal Vegetables, Fruit, Fig Vinaigrette Or Homemade Buttermilk Dressing $11 HOUSE GREEN Mixed Greens, Carrot, Tomato, Microbloom Peashoots Sm $4 Lrg $8 POACHED PEAR Mixed Greens, Toasted Pecans, Blue Cheese, Sherry Vinaigrette $10 PERUVIAN CHICKEN SALAD Roasted Banana Aioli, Toasted Almonds, Tomato, Greens $9.50

SANDWICHES With House Salad

FRENCHIE Fig Chutney, Brie, Greens, Focaccia - $9 CUBAN PULLED PORK Cumin-Citrus Braised Pork, Home-Apple Slaw, Fresh Baked Roll - $10 RATATOUILLE White Bean Mash, Goat Cheese, Focaccia - $9 CHIMICHURRI ROAST BEEF Rotisserie Sirloin, Melted White Cheddar, Chimichurri Aioli, Lettuce, Tomato, Herbed Focaccia - $10.50 TUSCAN Sun Dried Tomato & Olive Tapenade, Pulled Chicken, Melted Provolone, Lettuce, Tomato, Fresh Baked Roll - $9.50

FRESH PASTA

ROTISSERIE

Marinara $11 Alfredo $12 Pesto $13 ADD MEATBALLS $3

1/2 $9 1/2 with side $14 whole $15 whole with two sides $22 lamb, pork loin, top sirloin dinners rotate nightly

with garlic bread

citrus glazed

SIDES & LIGHT MEALS: small $4

medium $8 qt $16 GREEK COUSCOUS Grilled Artichoke hearts, feta, lemon BROWN RICE & VEGGIE SAUTE leafy greens, hint of wine SPICY ROASTED VEGETABLES cauliflower, heirloom roots MOROCCAN CHICKPEA LENTIL STEW with quinoa RATATOUILLE roasted eggplant, squash, onions, sweet red bell pepper, tomato, olive oil, fresh thyme OVEN ROASTED ROSEMARY POTATOES

HOMEMADE SOUP: cup $5 bowl $7 qt $14

QUALITY MEALS FROM SCRATCH! 5945 TRAFFIC WAY, ATASCADERO, CA 93422 VIEW OUR COMPLETE MENU FIGGOODFOOD.COM

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Tiki Snacks Fresh Ahi Poke

Ahi Tuna, cusabi marinade, red bell pepper, diced red onion, avocado & macadamia nuts over baby lettuce, mandarin orange –topped w/green onion.

C hef Ryan Hernandez (formerly of Thomas Hill Organics)

Island Burger or Island Chicken

Slow braised pork belly, house made sriracha aioli, avocado, macerated onion, cilantro

Caprese Burger

Living lettuce, crispy chicken breast strips tossed in house made Hot Damn sauce, avocado, macerated onions & sriracha.

Grass fed local ground beef, basil pesto, mozzarella cheese, fresh tomato

Garlic Asiago Cheese Twists

Coconut and curry marinated chicken breast, fresh tomato, baby arugula, double smoked bacon, mozzarella cheese, roasted garlic aioli

Buttery & delicious

Tiki Chicken Strips / Onion Rings Sweet Potato or Shoestring Fries

Tiki Salads

Seared Ahi Mango

Seared sesame crusted Ahi Tuna, fresh mango, cucumbers, mandarin oranges, red bell peppers, baby arugula, macadamia nuts in sesame vinaigrette

Grilled Flank Steak

Marinated and grilled flank steak over baby lettuces, udon noodles, red bell peppers, green onions, almonds, mandarin oranges in a toasted sesame vinaigrette.

Fresh Strawberry & Macadamia Nut

Fresh strawberries, lychees, bell peppers, toasted macadamia nuts, baby lettuces, in a citrus vinaigrette

Beet & Goat Cheese

Roasted beets, fresh goat cheese, mandarin oranges, candied walnuts, baby arugula, citrus vinaigrette, balsamic glaze

Tiki Sandwiches

Our bread & buns are baked locally & fresh daily

Tiki Cheeseburger

Grass fed local ground beef, smoked cheddar, fresh tomato, baby lettuce & garlic aioli sauce

Braised Pork Belly Sandwich

Grass fed local ground beef or curry marinated chicken breast, double smoked bacon, smoked cheddar, onion ring, grilled pineapple, BBQ sauce.

Tiki Chicken Wings (10)

Fried golden brown wings seasoned & tossed in a sweet soy ginger sriracha sauce

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Grilled Chicken Sandwich

Roasted Salmon Sandwich

Fresh pan roasted salmon, sriracha ailoi, avocado, macerated onions, toasted almonds, cilantro

Ginger Pulled Pork Sandwich

Grilled pineapple, macerated onions, cilantro, cucumber wasabi sauce and sriracha

Tiki Specialties Tuna on Fire

Seared Ahi Tuna, on a bed of white rice, sesame sauce, Asian slaw, avocado, sriracha & green onion SPICY!

Tiki Bowl

Hot Damn Wraps

Pizzas

Our dough & sauce is made in house, fresh daily

The Tiki

Jerk marinated chicken, sweet chili sauce, mozzarella, red & yellow bell peppers, onions, smokey bacon, spicy peppers

Hawaiian Supreme

Shaved ham, smokey bacon, tomatoes, pineapple, sweet Thai chili sauce, fresh scallions

Kitchen Sink

Salami, pepperoni, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, olives, sausage, linguica

Chicken Sicilian

Creamy white sauce, grilled chicken breast, chopped garlic, mushrooms, tomatoes & scallions

Butcher’s Block

Wahoo fillet or ginger pulled pork (Tiki Style) over white rice, toasted sesame sauce, Asian slaw, macerated onions, cilantro, mango salsa

Pepperoni, salami, sausage, linguica meatballs, bacon

Grilled Fish or Chicken

BBQ sauce, grilled chicken, red onions, cilantro, mozzarella

Grilled Wahoo or our curry marinated chicken breast, on a fresh baked flour tortilla or lettuce wrap, cabbage, red bell pepper, macerated onions, cilantro & chipotle sauce

Grilled Shrimp Tacos

Marinated shrimp, fresh cabbage, macerated onions, house made creme fraiche, cilantro

BBQ Chicken Margarita

Tomato & basil

Veggie

Creamy white sauce, mushrooms, bell peppers, onions, tomatoes, chopped garlic and artichokes

Pepperoni & Cheese / Three Cheese

Planning a Fundraiser, special event or just want to have a party?

C reeky Tiki caters on site or off including full bar service.

544.2200 · 782 Higuera St. San Luis Obispo · Visit us on Facebook and www.creekytiki.com

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SIGNATURE DISHES HOUSE MADE DUNGENESS CRAB CAKES Panko Crusted Dungeness & Lump Crab served over a Chipotle Soy Aioli OFF THE HOOK MACARONI & CHEESE DUNGENESS Dungeness & Lump Crab with Cavatappi noodles au gratin

Enjoy our large variety of Sushi, Rolls, Ramen, Teriyaki, & Japanese Tapas.

OFF THE HOOK BURGER ½ Pound Burger with Bacon, Shitake Mushroom, Jack Cheese, and a sweet teriyaki glaze served with Sweet Potato Fries.

PAN SEARED PACIFIC RED SNAPPER Served on a Bed of Shellfish Rissotto with Mussells and Asparagus.

LOBSTER PAPPERDELLE Homemade Papperdelle pasta in a Lobster and Clam Cream sauce topped with a crispy Soft Shell Crab. Served with Garlic Bread.

OFF THE HOOK CIOPPINO Crab, Prawns, Scallops, Clams, Black Mussel, and Pacific Red Snapper, in a rich Sambal and Ginger infused seafood and Vegetable broth.

ROLLS OF THE COAST Alaskan King Roll IN: Spicy Krab, Salmon & Asparagus OUT: King Salmon, Jkura, Avocado, and Spicy mayo Hawaiian Sweet Roll IN: Ahi tuna & pineapple OUT: Ono with eel sauce Texas Gulf Roll IN: Tempura Prawn & Asparagus OUT: Cajun New York Steak, spicy Mayo Finish your meal with one of our delectable desserts including…

CHOCOLATE FONDUE FOR TWO Served with Sponge cake, Berries, Marshmallows and Seasonal Fruit

To view our menu, visit our website:

DOG FRIENDLY PATIO BEGINNING MAY!

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833 EMBARCADERO | MORRO BAY

(805) 474-9962 | 953 W Grand Ave. Grover Beach, CA

772-1048

Monday - Sunday 11:00 am–2:15 pm, 5:00 pm–9:00 pm

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Dining Alfresco

Paso Robles Fine Dining Italian Restaurant DINNER MENU ANTIPASTI CALDI

Grilled octopus with fresh vegetable marinati in a spicy vinaigrette Capesante Seared scallops on a bed of celery root puree, finished with a yellow tomato, caper and basil sauce Lingua di vitello ~ braised veal tongue in a tonnato sauce Uovo in camicia con tartufo ~ poached egg in a fontina fonduta with shaved black truffles Pan roasted quail with prosciutto filled tortellini in a sweet wine reduction Minestra del giorno

FREDDI

Insalata tre colori with balsamic vinaigrette and shaved parmigiano Braseola ~ cured beef topped with baby wild arugula with a light citrus dressing and shaved parmigiano

MOZZARELLA

Crostini con burrata, carmelized fennel and pancetta in a balsamic reduction Mozzarella Tasting - Fresh burrata, mozzarella di bufala and mozzarella di gioia del colle with crostini and olive oil Parma prosciutto with burrata with a drizzle of truffle balsamic Piatto di formaggio ~ Cheese plate with a variety of imported Italian cheeses

PRIMI

All our pastas are homemade Pappardelle al cinghiale Homemade pappardelle with wild boar Tagliatelle di coniglio Tagliatelle with slow roasted rabbit in a white wine herb sauce Beef cheeks tortelloni Tortelloni made with roasted, seasoned beef cheeks in a sweet wine reduction finished with white truffle oil Tortellini parma cotto Tortellini filled with imported parma cotto prosciutto in a creamy truffle sauce Ravioli di asparagi Ravioli made with asparagus and fresh ricotta in a white wine sauce Spaghetti di gamberetti Spaghetti with black tiger prawns in a light tomato sauce finished with a spicy lobster oil Risotto di pesce Risotto with black mussels, calamari, clams and shrimp Risotto del giorno ~ Risotto of the day

SECONDI Filetto al pepe verde ~ Filet mignon with a green peppercorn sauce Costate di agnello ~ Rack of lamb roasted in a aromatic herb sauce Vitello ai funghi porcini ~ Veal chop with porcini mushroom sauce, finished with truffle oil Filetto di salmone ~ Grilled salmon with fresh olive oil, lemon and herbs All Secondi entrees are accompanied with fresh vegetables in season

SIDES Fresh vegetable of the day Pasta Parmesan risotto

BEVERAGES Sparkling water Flat water Orangina Limonata Iced Tea Espresso Cappuccino Caffé latte Caffé Americano $20 corkage / Two bottles limit please ~ For parties of 8 or more, a 20% gratuity will be added ~ $2 Split charge

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Dinner 7 nights a week | 608 12th Street | Paso Robles CA | 805.226.0300

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Fresh Oysters

Unbeatable

Fish & Chips

Dutch Style Mussels Shrimp or Crab with Dijon Cream Sauce Louie Cioppino Clam Chowder Seared Albacore Steak & Salad Burgers

FRESH OFF THE DOCK Served Daily

HAPPY HOUR 3-6pm M-F

701 Embarcadero, Morro Bay 805-772-2269 www.dutchmansseafoodhouse.com

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Carla’s

Country Kitchen Great “Down Home” Cooking

in Casmalia RESTAURANT & CATERING Celebrating over 60 years!

STEAKS Top Sirloin

7oz. $25 · 1Ooz. $30 · 15oz. $35

New York Strip

Come see what the locals are talking about!

1Ooz. $39 · 15oz. $44

Filet Mignon

5oz. $29 · 8oz. $37 · 12oz. $45

T-Bone

22oz. $46

Ribeye

12oz. $42 *Extra large cuts available upon request

COMBINATIONS

Generous portions and friendly service.

Don’t forget to try the famous ‘Pooney’ Scramble!

Steak & Shrimp $35 Filet Mignon & Quail $36 Steak & Scallops $36 Steak & Lobster $75

“Breakfast Served All Day”

OpenD ailyf rom6:30-2 Kid’s Menu Outdoor Seating Free WiFi Dog Friendly Patio

Made from Scratch Dishes

Pancakes, Benedicts, Omelettes, Vegetarian Selections and more!

213 Beach Street Morro Bay 772-9051

Dinners Include: Fresh Vegetable Tray, Bay Shrimp Cocktail, Fresh Green Salad, Garlic Bread, Choice of Baked Potato, Homemade French Fries, or Grilled Vegetables; coffee or tea, ice cream or sherbet

PORK, POULTRY & LAMB Pork Baby Back Ribs Half Rack $26 Full Rack $31 Chicken Breast 8-10oz. $24 Quail (two 4oz. birds) $27 Half Chicken (Sunday only) $23 Natural Pork Chop 14oz. $27 New Zealand Rack of Lamb $38

SEAFOOD

Shrimp $32 Grilled Halibut $28 Grilled Scallops $33 Lobster Tail $60 *Prices Subject to Change

www.HitchingPost1.com Reservations Recommended (805) 937-6151

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Since 1985

MEXICAN RESTAURANT Call for Take out

805-772-5686

OPEN 10am-9pm 7 days a week

New Frontiers Deli Salad Bar the best in town

Daily Specials

Hot Soups

breakfast, lunch and dinner

Specialties BREAKFAST QUESADILLA: A large tortilla filled with two scrambled eggs, cheese, chipotle chile, your choice of ham or bacon. Grilled and topped with guacamole & sour cream.................................................................................................................8.25 BREAKFAST BURRITO: A large tortilla filled with two scrambled eggs, potatoes, salsa, cheese and your choice of bacon or ham. Topped with sour cream and cilantro ...........................................................................................................................................6.75

made fresh daily

Sandwiches Panini Hot Wok

build your own stir-fry

Pizza

POLLO ASADO SALAD: Fresh greens topped with charbroiled chicken breast (or shrimp), cheese, olives and tomatoes. Served with choice of dressing .....9.50

By the slice or take-and-bake

PASTA VERDE: A large bowl of penne pasta sautéed in garlic butter and cilantro. Topped with Chile Verde (pork), Jack cheese and fresh mushrooms ....... 9.95

Sushi

Made fresh on site

STEAK DIABLO: 8 oz. New York steak charbroiled and topped with Ancho chile and Pico de Gallo ...................................................................................................................14.95 SALMON with MANGO SALSA: Fresh salmon charbroiled and served atop fresh cabbage, topped with delicious mango salsa .............................................................15.50 ENCHILADA VERDES: Two chicken enchiladas topped with our green enchilada sauce and Jack cheese, served with rice and beans .......................................11.95 NICK’S MAHI MAHI TACOS: Two Mahi Mahi fish (wild caught) soft tacos simmered in tomatillo salsa and spices. Served with black beans, rice, guacamole, fresh cabbage & lime .......................................................................................................................13.95 CARNITAS TACOS: Two soft corn tortillas filled with seasoned chunks of lean pork and tangy tomatillo salsa. Served with guacamole, rice and beans ..................10.50

Gelato Fresh Juice & Smoothies Coffee &Espresso #ERTIlED ORGANIC SHADE GROWN AND fair-traded coffees

Fresh Baked Goodies Reservations Welcome Patio Dining Catering and Gift Certificates Available 2848 North Main Street Morro Bay CA

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Heavenly Muffin Goddess

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yield flavorful creations pleasing to both the erched atop the bluffs of Shell Beach, eye and palate.

The Cliffs Resort offers gorgeous “I have always baked to connect with ocean views, making it the perfect people, to create joy and memories that place for vacationing families and their come with sharing good food,” says dogs, romantic wine country getaways, Hannah. “While I love to treat people to and those in search of exquisite culinary a decadent experience, I feel the pull to exploration. Case-in-point: Marisol at the eat nutritious food and to help others Cliffs, their critically acclaimed restaurant. learn more about the healthy alternatives Specializing in California fresh fare, chef de cuisine Gregg Wangard creates delicious to stuffed croissants, glazed donuts, and cupcake-like muffins that pass for breakfast menus, beautifully complemented by foods nowadays.”

Marisol’s award-winning wine list. Regularly Hoteliers know that people are seeking out scouring local farmers’ markets, Chef healthier options from the restaurants and Wangard handpicks the ripest produce resorts they choose. and the freshest seafood from Morro Bay. “The health conscious consumer wants to He also grows his own vegetables in the enjoy delicious food of very good quality restaurant’s garden and has farms deliver and well worth the splurge,” explains produce directly to the kitchen.

Kline. “We offer healthy options with fresh Executive Chef Jose Garcia oversees seafood and customized omelets with the weekend brunch brimming with Latin choices like eggs whites, fresh peppers, American inspired dishes made from handtomatoes.” rolled tortillas and flavorful savory salads.

Hannah’s inspiration comes from her He says, even though eating healthy is the world travels. “The ingredients, scents, and latest trend, the Eggs Benedict remains the tastes I encounter when traveling are the most popular dish. kind of culinary kicks that But connoisseurs know that jumpstart my imagination. to gauge just how important When I was only five, my good food and quality Marisol at family and I visited Todos ingredients are to a restaurant, the Cliffs Santos, a small fishing village one of the most important questions is “are the pastries in Baja. I remember the scent 2757 Shell Beach Rd. and desserts created inof their baking in the hot sun Shell Beach house?” David Kline, Marisol’s -- that sticky, sweet smell of maître d’ and social director mangoes was so warm and 773-2511 answers unequivocally “yes, inviting -- just tasting one the educated consumer knows of those gorgeous fruits the difference and it says a transports me.” great deal about how much regard we have Hannah’s candy cap mushroom panna for creating magnificent food.” cotta of rosewater and dried rose petals In Marisol’s patisserie, Pastry Chef with maple pecan brittle proves her an Hannah Ingham, better known as the extraordinary talent. “I look for what is fresh Muffin Goddess, creates blissful pastries locally first and then, I try to think out of the for Marisol’s legendary brunch. To say she box.” is sugar, spice and everything nice isn’t So when you close your eyes and breathe in enough A sun-kissed, strawberry blonde the scent of roses and ripe raspberries from beauty, she is the personification of good Hannah’s heavenly pastries, you may very health and good living. She reigns over the well begin to hear the celestial harps. bakery, where pure nutritious ingredients Visit Hannah’s blog at muffingoddess.com.

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THE SWEETEST FACE OF MARISOL

Hannah Ingham Pastry Chef The Cliffs Resort & Marisol

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Fresh from the Field

1 block East of Hwy 101 on Betteravia Rd Santa Maria

(805) 937-8000

www.darensberries.com

MON-THURS 10-7PM · FRI, SAT & SUN 9-7PM

241 S. Broadway Street, Old Town Orcutt (805) 934-3777 www.rooneysirishpub.net

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WELCOME AMIGOS!

Las Cazuelas has been serving fresh family recipes for three Generations.

Enjoy our Inviting décor, fine patio dining, and a full tequila bar.

We appreciate our loyal community. Thank you for your continued support.

– Silvano & Mariana Luna –

APERITIVOS

Taquitos, Quesadilla, Cocktel de Camarones, Nachos, Aquacate con Camarones, & Fiesta Platter

SOPAS Y ENSALADAS

Dinner Salad, Ensalada De Pollo, Ensalada de Camaron, Menudo, Pozole

MARISCOS

Pescado Empanizado, Pescado a la Parrilla, Pescado a la Diabla, Pescado Papillote, Camarones Empanizados, Camarones Naturales, Camarones Al Mojo de Ajo, Camarones Provensal, Enchiladas de Camaron

ESPECIALIDADES LAS CAZUELAS

CARNES

Tampiqueña, Steak Ranchero, Cazuelas Steak Pollo, Carne, Camarones

Chile Colorado, Chile Verde, Chile Rellenos, Tamales, Flour Flauta, Enjitomatadas, Combo Grande, Tostada Supremea, Burrito Grande

ESPECIALIDA DES MEXICANAS

Taco, Tamale, Enchilada, Chile Relleno

FAJITAS

MINI COMBINACIONES

Las Cazuelas Burrito, Tostaditas, Soft Tacos, Soft Taco Dinner, Sope, Enchiladas Mexicanas, Enchiladas Suisas

A LA CARTE

Enchiladas, Tacos Dorados, Flautas, Burritos, Tostadas

HAPPY HO UR DRINKSSP&ECIALS, AP Mon-Fri 2 PETIZERS -5pm DAILY SPE CIALS 5-9 pm FULL TEQU ILA BAR!

OLDE TOWN CENTER • 131 W. DANA ST. #A NIPOMO

929-9030

Hours: M-Sat 11am – 9pm · Sun 10am – 9pm

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APPETIZERS

BEER BATTERED FRIES PARM GARLIC TRUFFLE FRIES w/ parmesan, white truffle oil, fresh parsley SWEET POTATO FRIES w/ honey aioli ONION RINGS beer battered & golden delicious WARM ROASTED RED PEPPER HUMMUS topped w/ feta cheese, toasted pine nuts, & extra virgin olive oil w/ grilled naan bread SPINACH ARTICHOKE DIP fresh baby spinach & artichoke hearts w/ a four cheese blend, baked w/ a parmesan crust w/ house made tortilla chips SWEET CHILI WINGS tossed in our own sweet & spicy chile sauce w/ blue cheese dressing & celery strings BUFFALO WINGS tossed in buffalo style sauce w/ blue cheese dressing & celery strings STEAMED MUSSELS in a spicy bacon infused herbed tomato broth w/ toasted french bread MO|TAV NACHOS grilled chicken (or beef), jalapeños, 3 cheeses, crispy shallots, guacamole, 1,000 island, sour cream BURGER SHOTS 3 Angus beef sliders topped w/ caramelized onion w/ garlic aioli PASTRAMI SWISS BURGER SHOTS 3 Angus beef sliders topped w/ pastrami, swiss, pickles & honey mustard COWBOY QUESADILLA our signature bbq pulled pork, smoked gouda, grilled onions, fresh jalapeños w/ guacamole & spicy aioli BLACKENED CHICKEN QUESADILLA blackened chicken breast, jack cheese, roasted red peppers w/guacamole & sour cream HOUSE MADE GUACAMOLE & CHIPS made daily from fresh ingredients CHICKEN SUPREMES hand breaded, deep fried chicken tenders w/ fries

SOUPS & SALADS

GARDEN SALAD mixed greens, tomato, cucumber & red onion CAESAR SALAD house made caesar dressing, romaine, croutons, parmesan cheese, cherry tomatoes WARM SPINACH SALAD sherry vinaigrette, feta, roasted bell peppers, pinenuts GRILLED CHICKEN COBB grilled chicken, blue cheese dressing, romaine lettuce, tomato, avocado, gorgonzola cheese, egg, honey cured bacon ROASTED BEET SALAD sherry vinaigrette, roasted red & golden beets, chevre, green apples, toasted walnuts, baby arugula PACIFIC RIM SALAD grilled chicken breast, mixed greens, cucumber, pineapple, red onion & crispy wonton strips w/ sesame ginger dressing EDNA VALLEY SALAD mixed greens, red & green grapes, gorgonzola, avocado, green apples, & toasted walnuts served w/ raspberry vinaigrette on the side FIESTA TACO SALAD mixed greens, romaine, black beans, corn, pico de gallo, jalapeños, red onions, shredded cheese & tortilla chips. Choice of dressing HOME MADE SOUP our selection of house made from scratch soups!

SANDWICHES

MOTHER’S FRENCH DIP thinly sliced oak bbq’d tri tip & swiss cheese on a toasted french roll w/ our house made au-jus & horseradish cream BBQ PULLED PORK tangy BBQ pulled pork, smoked gouda, bacon & beer battered onion rings on a toasted french roll REUBEN Angus beef pastrami, swiss cheese, sauerkraut, 1000 island, grilled artisan rye bread PORTABELLA SANDWICH portabella mushroom, feta, grilled eggplant, bell peppers, basil, tomato aioli, ciabatta SLO ROASTED TURKEY MELT sliced grilled smoked turkey, cucumber, avocado, sprouts, tomato, & pesto aioli on grilled artisan rye bread w/ cheddar cheese

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Mon-Fri 11:30-2:30

BLT garlic aioli, honey cured bacon, lettuce, tomato on toasted sourdough NOT YOUR MOM’S TUNA SANDO seared ahi tuna, grilled pineapple, avocado, cucumber, pea sprouts w/ spicy aioli on ciabatta SPICY CHICKEN CRUNCH WRAP crispy chicken tenders, spicy wing sauce, romaine lettuce, tomato & cucumber w/ ranch in a warm sun dried tomato flour tortilla

BURGERS Handcrafted w/ 100% Angus Beef. We

are strong supporters of local farming communities. We believe in buying & serving the highest quality ingredients available from abundant populations & take responsibility for our role in preserving a lasting diverse supply on ingredients MO|TAV BURGER Angus beef patty, mozzarella, pancetta, arugula, onion compote, tomato aioli, garlic bread OLD FASHION angus beef patty, aged cheddar, lettuce, tomato, onions, pickles, garlic aioli WESTERN Angus beef patty, aged cheddar, honey cured bacon, onion rings, bbq sauce, ranch THE KAANAPALI EXPRESS Angus beef patty, swiss cheese, mixed greens, grilled pineapple, red onion, teriyaki THE GREEK lamb patty, arugula, feta, rosemary aioli, on ciabatta SHROOMER Angus beef patty, swiss, portabella mushrooms, arugula, garlic aioli, on ciabatta CAPRESE natural chicken breast, mozzarella, tomato, basil leaves, garlic aioli, on ciabatta POLLY DOLLY grilled chicken breast, avocado, sprouts, bbq, lettuce, cucumber, pepper jack, on whole wheat bun “SCHWARTZ” BE w/ YOU Angus beef patty, goat cheese, jalapeño, onion rings, spinach, honey mustard, garlic bread BLACK & BLUE blackened Angus beef patty, caramelized onions, stilton blue cheese, garlic aioli GARDEN ST. veggie patty, spinach, sautéed mushrooms, feta, roasted peppers, sprouts, cilantro aioli, on sourdough PASTRAMI BURGER Angus beef patty, Angus beef pastrami, aged cheddar, pickles, honey mustard CALIFORNIA LOVE turkey burger, pepper jack, fried egg, tomato, guacamole, fries, cilantro aioli, on whole wheat bun GRILLED CHICKEN grilled chicken breast, swiss cheese, mixed greens, bell peppers, cilantro pesto COW TIPPER 2 Angus beef patties, double aged cheddar, double honey cured bacon, lettuce, tomato, red onion, tomato aioli SANTA FE GOBBLER turkey burger, jalapeño poppers, avocado, pepper jack, mixed greens, red onion & spicy aioli

TAVERN CLASSICS

TURF N’ SURF marinated flat iron steak & grilled shrimp w/ rosemary jus, garlic mashed potatoes WILD SALMON pan seared, served over roasted corn & black bean salsa w/ avocado cream MO|TAV JAMBALAYA tiger shrimp, andouille sausage, grilled chicken, & cajun dirty rice served in a spicy tomato bacon broth, served w/ toasted french bread CHICKEN SAN LUIS grilled chicken breast served over our loaded vegetable rice pilaf, w/ toasted french bread HOUSE MADE FISH N’ CHIPS beer battered sea bass, fries, house made tartar sauce SEARED AHI TACOS ahi seared rare, red & green cabbage, pico de gallo & warm flour tortillas served w/tortilla chips, wasabi cream & spicy aioli on the side LOADED MAC & CHEESE elbow macaroni, Angus beef, bacon, jalapeños, cherry tomatoes, & Sriracha w/ pepper jack, cheddar, & jack cheeses topped w/ crispy shallots TRUFFLED MAC & CHEESE elbow macaroni, white truffle oil, parmesan, cheddar, & jack cheese w/a panko parmesan crust

S.L.O.’S BEST HAPPY HOUR Mon-Fri 4-6:30

Serving Breakfast · Lunch · Dinner Featuring our Award Winning Clam Chowder

A Sampling of our Menu

• Artisan Breads • • Handcrafted Chocolates • Baguettes Ciabatta Focaccia Sourdough

Truffles Chocolate Bars Gift Boxes Wedding Favors

• Party Platter Catering Available • Special Bakery Orders Welcome • Breakfast •

Egg Sandwiches, French Toast, Omelets, Pastries, Burritos

• Chowder & Chili •

Famous Clam Chowder in Sourdough Bread Bowls

• Seafood & Chips •

Fish & Chips, Oysters, Calamari, Scallops

• Steamed Clams • • Seafood Sandwiches •

Fish Sandwich - Cod, Grilled or Smoked Salmon, Grilled Ahi Tuna, Grilled Calamari

• Seafood Tacos •

Fish Taco, Grilled or Smoked Salmon, Grilled Ahi Tuna, Grilled Shrimp

• Burgers & Dogs • • Chicken •

Chicken Strips & Chips, Chicken Sandwich, Chicken Taco, Chicken Salad

• Sun Pizzas •

Fresh Tomato & Cheese, Grilled Shrimp, Smoked Salmon Pepperoni, Veggie

• Deli Sandwiches • • Salads •

Fresh Seafood Salads, Garden Salads

• Beer & Wine Available • • Pastries & Desserts •

Sun Tarts, Pastries, Cookies, Pies, Cakes, etc.

Take Out / Phone In Available

1491 Monterey Street • SLO (805) 544-7567

Order ONLINE for pickup or delivery at splashcafe.com, splashbakery.com or menuclub.com Visit Our Original Location

197 Pomeroy • Pismo Beach (805)773-4653

725 HIGUERA ST. DOWNTOWN SLO • 541-8733 WWW.MOTHERSTAVERN.COM • KID-FRIENDLY DINING

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OCEAN FRONT DINING

Sit Back. Relax. Enjoy.

This is a small sampling of our menus.

Brunch Served Sunday 9am to 3pm

Lunch

Dinner

Cove Benedict

Ranch Grilled Chicken Salad

Grilled Sea Bass

A fresh twist on the traditional; poached eggs with the best of the season’s vegetables topped with Hollandaise sauce on a flaky butter croissant.

Served with country taters. $14.95

Mixed greens, cabbage, carrots, Jack cheese, Cheddar cheese, home-style croutons, and bacon bits tossed in a creamy ranch dressing then topped with grilled chicken and shoestring onion rings. $14.95

Hang Town Fry Omelette

Moonstone Fish Fry Platter

Seafood Omelette

Smoked Cheddar Cheeseburger

Three egg omelette filled with shrimp and scallops sauteed in a mustard cream with onions and tarragon. $16.95 Three egg omelette filled with shrimp and scallops sauteed in a mustard cream with onions and tarragon. $16.95

Crab Salad Sandwich

Hearty amounts of crab salad served with lettuce and tomatoes on grilled sourdough bread. $17.95

Fried oysters, clams and Alaskan cod all served with French fries and our homemade coleslaw. $16.95 USDA Choice Angus sirloin topped with smokey cheddar cheese, lettuce, tomato, and onions on a gourmet Asiago sesame seed bun slathered with a sweet and tangy mayonnaise. $13.95

Served with a Mandarin orange ginger sauce.$26.95

Cioppino

Crab legs and assorted shellfish sautéed in a spicy herb marinara sauce. A house favorite! $26.95

New York Steak

A 10 oz juicy USDA Choice Angus strip loin served with a Cabernet demi-glace, new potatoes topped with roasted garlic cream and fresh vegetables. $28.95

Italian Pork Shank

Meaty pork shank slow cooked in a hearty tomato broth. Served with creamed corn polenta and fresh vegetables. $22.95

Cajun Shrimp Tacos

Corn tortillas stuffed with shrimp sautéed in a spicy Cajun sauce served over shredded cabbage topped with cheese, onion and cilantro. $15.95

Sunday Champagne Brunch Served 9am to 3pm

moonstonebeach.com Monday thru Saturday 11am-9pm, Sunday 9am-9pm 6550 Moonstone Beach Drive in Cambria, CA

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LUNCH

Crab Cake Sandwich - Rock crab

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cake on a whole wheat bun

“Catch of the Day” Sandwich -

brother tom’s salad

greek salad

Charbroiled filet of fish on a wheat bun Tri-Tip Beef Sub - On a French roll Club Sandwich - Ham, turkey, bacon on toasted whole wheat bread Tuna Sandwich - Dawn’s tuna salad on wheat bread

B.L.T - Served on toasted whole wheat.

Fish & Chips - Beer battered & crispy.

Clam Strips - Breaded deep fried clams Calamari Strips -Squid strips in seasoned breading

Burritos, Tacos, & Tostadas

DINNER

Charbroiled Salmon - Served with rice pilaf & vegetables.

Slipper Tail Lobster Scampi - Capers, lemon, garlic, tomatoes, green onions, with white wine butter & a dash of cream tossed with linguine.

Seafood Pasta -

Scallops, ,clams shrimp, slippertail lobster & assorted fresh

fish in light mushroom basil cream sauce. Tossed with linguine.

Coquilles St. Jacque -

Puff pastry topped with mushrooms & large scallops sauteed in sherry & cream. Served with rice pilaf.

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Achiote Chicken -

Achiote marinated chicken breast on butternut squash, corn, sundried tomatoes, pasilla chiles.

Chicken Marsala -

8 oz. boneless chicken breast topped with marsala mushroom cream sauce served with garlic mashed potatoes & vegetables.

Tender Slow Roasted Tri-Tip -

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vegetables & creamed horseradish sauce.

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Apple CinnaBread Chocolate caramel Pie ™

Pan seared served with ancho cream sauce, garlic mashed potatoes & vegetables.

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A Sample of Our Spring Menu - starters -

CRISPY VIETNAMESE SPRING ROLLS

vegetarian spring rolls, kim-chee, chili oil, sweet chili sauce

LUMP BLUE CRAB CAKES curry–lime aioli, jicama, parsley oil

BLOOMSDALE SPINACH

dried cranberries, ricotta salata, toasted pecans, honey-balsamic vinaigrette

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TABBOULEH CHICKEN

grilled all natural chicken breast, quinoa tabbouleh, feta, sundried tomato, mixed greens, kalamatas, balsamic vinaigrette

CERTIFIED ANGUS BEEF BURGER (100% natural) vine ripe tomatoes, grilled sweet onions, white cheddar, house sweet pickles, aioli

CHICKEN CLUB

chipotle aioli, applewood smoked bacon, roasted Anaheim’s, avocado, vine-ripe tomato, ciabatta bun

PORTOBELLO CAPRESE SANDWICH

vine-ripe tomato, arugula, fresh mozzarella, pesto, housemade foccacia

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TEMPEH KORMA

Farmers markets: A healthy and friendly lifestyle enjoyed by thousands of weekly shoppers.

The atmosphere is abuzz with health minded shoppers talking with friends and farmers.

Farmers present large colorful displays of just picked, vine ripened, best tasting veggies and fruits.

Discover varieties not found in stores We would love to have you join us!

• SLO Saturday morning* 8:00-10:45 World Market/Embassy Suites parking lot

• Arroyo Grande Saturday 12:00-2:30 Village City Hall parking lot

Indian coconut curry of market vegetables, toasted cashews, golden raisins, yellow dhal, chapati, seasonal fruit and cilantro-mint chutneys

• Arroyo Grande Wednesday 8:30-11:00

SLIPPER TAIL LOBSTER ENCHILADAS

• Morro Bay Thursday 2:30-5:00

cilantro crème fraiche, avocado, white cheddar, tomatillo salsa verde, cumin black beans, brown basmati rice

5-SPICE DUCK BREAST

pan seared, Chinese black rice, delicate squash, pea shoots, ginger chutney

ALL NATURAL FLAT IRON STEAK

horseradish cream spinach, heirloom carrots, crispy onions, cabernet peppercorn butter

GRILLED SCOTTISH SALMON

fingerlings, brussel sprouts, oven roasted tomatoes, mint-caper salsa verde

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Smart & Final parking lot Spencer’s Fresh Markets parking lot

• SLO Thursday 6:10-9:00 pm Higuera Street *local wineries participate only at this market the 2nd & 3rd Saturday of every month

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Omelettes

Chile Verde Omelette

Combinations

Our delicious breakfast combinations are served all day with your choice of home fries, hash browns or fruit. Your choice of toast, tortillas, homemade biscuit or muffin. Substitute cottage cheese or tomatoes for an additional cost.

Bacon & Eggs Kay's bacon is the best in the valley & keeps you coming back for more! Four slices of thick sliced bacon with two fresh eggs. $9.95 Ham & Eggs Start your morning right with an old fashioned cut of ham steak & eggs, just the way you like them. $10.95 Corned Beef Hash & Eggs Some of the best you will ever have! We serve it up nice & crispy. $10.95 Santa Maria Style Tri-Tip & Eggs A local favorite. This cut of beef is charbroiled to perfection & served with our very own homemade salsa. $10.95 Chicken Fried Steak & Eggs Lightly breaded & fried crisp, then smothered with our homemade bacon & sausage gravy. $9.95 Linguica & Eggs Locally made, this Portuguese style sausage is very rich in smoked fl avor. A breakfast favorite that complements any egg dish. $9.95 Sausage & Eggs Three juicy pork sausage patties hot off the grill. Served with two eggs. $9.95

Sandwiches

All sandwiches are served with your choice of fresh fruit, soup, potato salad or French fries.

Substitute beer-battered onion rings or a garden salad for an additional cost.

Sheena’s Cordon Bleu Fried chicken tenderloins topped with grilled thin-sliced ham, melted Swiss cheese & honey mustard dressing. Served on a grilled croissant roll. $9.95 Teriyaki Chicken Grilled chicken breast topped with melted Swiss cheese, sautéed mushrooms & crisp bacon. Smothered with our own sweet teriyaki sauce. $9.95 BLTA Kay’s famous thick sliced bacon with fresh tomatoes, crisp lettuce & sliced avocado.

Served on your choice of bread. $9.95 Old Chicago Grilled sliced ham & pastrami topped with coleslaw & thousand island dressing, then sandwiched between grilled rye bread. $9.95 Super Turkey Smoked turkey breast piled high with thick sliced bacon, avocado & melted cheddar cheese.

Served on grilled bread or a croissant roll! $10.95

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Omelettes are served all day with your choice of home fries, hash browns or fruit. Your choice of toast, tortillas, homemade biscuit or muffin. Substitute cottage cheese or tomatoes for an additional cost.

Chorizo Omelette Chorizo, onions & Ortega chiles sautéed into a light n’ fluffy omelette or scramble with melted jack & cheddar cheese. Served with avocado & sour cream on the side. $10.95 BAGS Omelette Bacon, Artichoke hearts, Garlic & Spinach are what make this a Kay’s classic. Topped with melted jack & cheddar cheese. $10.95 Kay’s Orcutt Original Diced bacon, sausage, ham, tomatoes & red onions. Topped with jack & cheddar cheese plus avocado. Served with sour cream on the side. $10.95 Chile Verde Omelette Slow-roasted pork in our homemade verde sauce.

Topped with jack & cheddar cheese. $9.95 Too Much to Drink Last Night?

It’s not that you had too much to drink, but rather if you can handle this one-of-a-kind omelette! Diced chicken fried steak & bacon sautéed into an omelette & topped with jack & cheddar cheese. Smothered with our sausage & bacon gravy. $10.95 MSA Omelette Mushroom, Spinach & Avocado topped with jack & cheddar cheese. $9.95 Bacon & Avocado Omelette A classic omelette with diced bacon. Topped with ripe avocado, jack & cheddar cheese. $10.95

Scrambles

Served all day with your choice of home fries, hash browns or fruit. Your choice of toast, tortillas, homemade biscuit or muffin. Substitute cottage cheese or tomatoes for an additional cost.

Country Club This triple-decker is layered with thick sliced bacon, smoked ham, sliced turkey breast, avocado, lettuce, tomatoes & your choice of bread. $11.95

Turkey Sausage Scramble Diced turkey sausage, tomatoes, green bell peppers, red onions, mushrooms & spinach sautéed into a scramble. Topped with jack & cheddar cheese plus avocado. $10.95 Shannon’s Scramble Diced bacon, tomatoes, green bell peppers, red onions, spinach, Ortega chiles & artichoke hearts. Topped with jack & cheddar cheese. Sliced avocado & our homemade BBQ sauce on the side. $10.95 Garden Scramble This healthy scramble is a great mixture of green bell peppers, red onions, mushrooms, tomatoes & spinach all sautéed together. Topped with avocado, jack & cheddar cheese. $10.95 Florentine Benedict Grilled sliced tomatoes with sautéed spinach on a toasted English muffi n. Topped with two poached eggs & smothered with our dillHollandaise sauce. $10.95 Traditional Eggs Benedict Thick sliced grilled ham, tri-tip, bacon or corned beef hash piled on a toasted English muffi n with two poached eggs. Topped with our incredible dill-Hollandaise sauce. $11.95 Orcutt Hash One of our signature dishes! Diced ham, bacon & sausage combined with home-fried potatoes, melted jack & cheddar cheese then smothered with our bacon & sausage gravy.

Served with two eggs on top cooked to your liking & toast on the side. $11.95 Mo’Benny Thin sliced grilled ham, two slices of bacon & chorizo piled on top of a toasted English muffi n with two poached eggs & Hollandaise sauce. $11.95

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Charbroiled Burgers

100% certified Angus ½ lb. beef patties served with lettuce, tomatoes, red onions, a pickle spear & mayonnaise on a sesame bun. Your choice of fresh fruit, soup, potato salad or French fries.

Substitute beer-battered onion rings or a garden salad for an additional cost.

Kay’s Basic ½ lb. Angus beef patty with all the trimmings. $8.95 Old Town Orcutt Burger A mouth watering burger charbroiled & topped with melted cheddar cheese, thick sliced bacon, avocado & our homemade BBQ sauce.

Served on a grilled croissant roll. $10.95 Red Hot Western Burger This is a burger with a kick! A juicy grilled patty topped with our buffalo sauce, melted blue cheese & beer-battered onion rings.

Served on a grilled sesame bun. $10.95 BBQ Bacon Burger Club We start off with a charbroiled Angus burger topped with cheddar cheese, thick sliced bacon, avocado, lettuce, tomatoes & our homemade BBQ sauce. Then we serve it as a grilled triple-decker sandwich with your choice of bread. $11.95 Red Dragon Melt What makes this patty melt so spectacular is the Red Dragon sharp cheddar cheese made with Welsh brown ale & mustard seeds. We top this sandwich off with grilled red onions & thick sliced bacon. Served on grilled sourdough. $10.95

Cakes & Things

Established 2000

Add seasonal fresh fruit as a topping for an additional cost. Sugar-free syrup available upon request.

Belgian Waffle Prepared with fresh eggs, whole milk & a dash of vanilla. Cooked light, thick & crispy with large pockets. Served with warm syrup. $6.95 Texas Style French Toast Sliced extra thick & dipped in our original batter. Grilled golden brown & served with warm syrup. $6.95 Cinnamon Raisin French Toast This wonderful bread is served with four slices dipped in our secret egg batter. Dusted with powdered sugar. $6.95 Combo Sandwich Want more than just something sweet?

Choose from Biscuits & Gravy, Belgian Waffle, French Toast or a Short Stack of Pancakes. Served with two eggs & your choice of bacon, sausage or bone-in ham steak. All served separate. $10.95 Short Stack Two large golden brown fluffy pancakes.

Served with warm syrup. $6.95 Biscuits & Gravy One of our extra large biscuits halved fresh out of the oven & topped with Kay’s signature bacon & sausage gravy. $6.95

Pesto Chicken Wrap Grilled chicken, avocado, sun dried tomatoes, feta cheese, alfalfa sprouts, cucumbers & pesto all folded into a warm tortilla wrap. $10.95

Hot Soups Salads & Wraps

We use only the freshest produce & ingredients to make our salads. French bread served on request.

All salads can be made into wraps. Dressing choices: Ranch, Thousand Island, Italian, Blue Cheese, Honey Mustard, Raspberry or Champagne Vinaigrette Chicken Goat Cheese Salad Grilled chicken breast on top of spinach greens, toasted almonds & crumbled feta goat cheese.

With blueberries & strawberries to finish off the Central Coast’s fi nest salad. $10.95 Cobby Man Salad We start off with tri-tip & chicken on top of spinach greens, bacon, avocado, diced tomatoes, olives & our signature Red Dragon ale cheddar cheese. Served with our homemade BBQ & ranch dressing. $12.95 Ms. P’s Raspberry Apple Delight Grilled chicken on top of romaine lettuce with candied walnuts, crumbled blue cheese & thin sliced apples. $10.95 California Chicken Salad Grilled succulent chicken breast on top of romaine lettuce with bacon, diced tomatoes, jack & cheddar cheese & avocado. Served with your choice of dressing on the side. $10.95

Mon-Sat 6am-2pm · Sunday 7am-2pm | 135-A East Clark Avenue, Orcutt | 805-934-4429

Soup of the Day Our soups are made fresh daily & served with grilled French bread. Please ask your server for today’s specials. $5.95 Tri-Tip & Linguica Chili This chili is made with Santa Maria style tri-tip & local linguica which is diced & added to our amazing chili beans. Topped off with cheddar cheese & onions. Served with grilled French bread. $7.95

Banquet Facilities

Are you looking for a venue for your special event? Kay’s Country Kitchen is a great place to host large groups! Our banquet room seats up to 40 people. Please call (805) 934-4429 to reserve your date.

Patio Dining

Heated outdoor patio available for a peaceful dining experience!

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A natural partnership.

From sun to soil, from vineyard to bottle,

© 2012 J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines, San Jose, CA

from our hands to your table, J. Lohr is leading the way in bringing earth-friendly practices, technologies and processes to fruition. Join us on our journey of sustainability.

J. LOHR PASO ROBLES WINE CENTER • 6169 AIRPORT ROAD, PASO ROBLES 93446 • 805.239.8900 • TASTING DAILY 10 AM – 5PM

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Picnic Area & Bocce Courts

House of Great Wines

Varietals include Dolcetto, Pinot Noir, Syrah, Grenache, Chardonnay and Reisling.

Call to schedule your event today!

805.621.5889

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OPEN DAILY 10:30 a.m. - 5:30 p.m.

FEATURING Our Estate Grown Award Winning Wines & A Unique Selection of Gourmet Foods.

Join us for our Summer Live Music Series!

Saturdays 1pm - 5pm beginning June 1st 5625 Highway 46 East Paso Robles, CA

805.239.2562 www.brokenearthwinery.com

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We also offer: Catering, Wine Dinners, Banquet Facilities, Weddings & Corporate Parties

Live Music Each Wednesday

Broken Earth Winery Winemaker Chris Cameron with Vineyard Manager Tony Domingos.

The Land of Worked Earth

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Liz Addamo, Proprietor

Herbed Crusted Salmon Salad

Filet on Mixed greens with our Addamo Chardonnay Mango Vinaigrette $11.95

Homemade Lasagna

Our famous homemade lasagna also known as “the usual,” this dish is a must-try $10.95

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400 East Clark Ave. Ste. A, Old Orcutt Voted Best Tasting Room 6 Years Straight!

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after working over 30 vintages. Committed aso Roble’s newest winery, Broken and passionate about all aspects of Earth produces all of their wines winegrowing and winemaking, Cameron from their Rancho Tierra Rejada has made wine in his native Australia, as Vineyard. The Spanish name, which well as Italy, France, Turkey, and California. translates as “land of worked earth,” He earned the award for Best Merlot was the original name of the 2,500-acre Worldwide at the International Wine & ranch when it was planted with 520-acres Spirit Competition in London, and won of grapevines in 1973. One of the first Australia’s highly respected Jimmy Watson commercial vineyards in the region, Memorial Trophy for his winemaking. A its premium winegrapes were sold believer in minimalist intervention, he to Napa Valley wineries. Today those believes wines are inherently dependent premium grapes are in the hands of an on the vineyard and should translate from internationally experienced winemaker, what’s on the vine to the bottle. His wines Chris Cameron. The vineyard, purchased accurately reflect the varietal style and the in 2006, has recently been planted region in which it’s grown. And that has with an extra 200-acres of, including earned him outstanding scores from wine Vermentino, Verdelho, Cabernet critics worldwide.

Sauvignon, and Malbec. Broken Earth There are two very unique aspects at Winery is committed to sustainable Broken Earth Winery: You can become farming and bolstering the premium a winemaker, under the guidance quality reputation of Paso Robles. of a master, and be involved in the Using small winemaking practices on winemaking process as little or as a larger scale, Cameron makes wines much as you want; or you can purchase that express true varietal definition finished wines with your own uniquely and are food friendly. Broken Earth designed label. No matter tasting room, easily found how intricate the label, be alongside Hwy. 46 East, it original art or an intricate is open daily. There you’ll Broken Earth cut that can be amazingly enjoy his wines under Winery delicate and lacey, they can several labels like his produce one, a thousand, delicious Pull Chardonnay 5625 Hwy. 46 East or more labels depending and the Quadrant Rhone Paso Robles on your need. The varietals style blend which earned offered for the personally five gold medals and 239-2562 labeled wines, from the was judged best of class. delicious Pull series, There’s a style of wine for include Cabernet, Merlot, every wine aficionado. Their Cabernet-Merlot blend, or Chardonnay. various labels, named Pull, Triptych, Only $25 per bottle, and they discount Shimmin Canyon, and Quadrant focus volume purchases. on different wine varieties or blends.

“Our philosophy is educating Despite high quality standards he everyone. We put our staff through makes wines that offer consistently technical tastings,” said Cameron, excellent quality for the price. He an experienced international wine and his wife Ursula have many plans judge. “And we conduct educational for upgrading the tasting room with food and wine tastings for the public.” renovations that are already under way.

Cameron moved to Paso Robles in 2007, All of which makes Broken Earth an experience you won’t want to miss. but he’s hardly new to the wine industry

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CA’ DEL GREVINO, meaning “House of Great Wine”, produces fine wines steeped in Italian tradition with a distinctive California style. Located just off the 101 east of Orcutt, our vineyard was planted methodically and meticulously with special varietals best suited to our terroir. We farm our vineyards sustainably, and our fruit is all hand-harvested and handsorted. By appointment, we can provide a unique experience for wine country enthusiasts. We also host weddings, receptions, dinners, and other private events on the grounds of our vineyard. Nestled in the Santa Maria Valley facing coastal mountains, CA’ DEL GREVINO has impressive panoramic views. These spectacular views and the experience of CA’ DEL GREVINO will create an event to be remembered for a lifetime.

(805) 621-5889 · www.grevino.com

CORE wine company Come meet the owner/winemakers! CORE wine company was started in 2001 by husband/wife team, Dave and Becky Corey with a focus on rhone blends featuring Mourvedre and Grenache.

They now work with 13 varietals and are producing approximately 4500 cases per year. Wines that the couple pours in their tasting room, include a wide selection from all four labels including CORE, C3, Turchi and Kuyam.

145 S. Gray St. Suite #103 · (805) 937-1600 · www.corewine.com Open: Weds - Thurs 1pm-6pm, Fri 1pm-7pm, Sat 12pm-6pm & Sun 12am-5pm (Hours subject to change)

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Kenneth Volk Vineyards Located in Santa Barbara’s Santa Maria Valley, Kenneth Volk Vineyards has one of the most diverse portfolios of wine in California. Owner and winemaker Ken Volk has been making wine on the Central Coast for over a quarter of a century. Ken produces cool climate Pinot Noir and Chardonnay from the Santa Maria Valley, Bordeaux and Rhone varieties from Paso Robles, and eclectic heirloom grape varieties from throughout the Central Coast.

Tasting room/Winery: 5230 Tepusquet Road, Santa Maria ph (805) 938-7896 · Fax 805.938-1324 · www.volkwines.com Info@volkwines.com · Open daily 10:30am to 4:30pm

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400 E. Clark Ave, Suite A, Orcutt · (805) 937-6400 www.addamos.com · We’re closed Monday.

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Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards is a small family-owned winery located in the heart of “Sideways” country in Santa Barbara County. We have 400 acres of estate grown, handpicked grapes located in 3 different microclimates. Lucas & Lewellen Vineyards was voted “The Best Tasting Room in the Santa Ynez Valley” by readers of The Santa Ynez Valley News.

1645 Copenhagen Drive in Solvang, CA. (805) 686-9336 · www.LLwine.com Open Sun-Thurs 10am-6pm - last tasting at 5:30pm, Fri-Sat 10am-8pm - last tasting at 7:30pm.

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Welcome to Old Town Orcutt and the NEW wine tasting room in the area!

Ben and Lucy Gonzales are happy to present their Santa Maria Valley wines to you at 125 E.Clark Ave. We have 4 whites and 4 reds available for tasting. We sell wine by the glass or bottle or join our wine club. Please visit us daily 12 pm to 8pm, 7 days a week. Open mic Wednesday night and Music on Friday and Saturday night.

125 E.Clark Ave., Old Town Orcutt · (805) 332-3080 www.lucias-wine-co.com

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Qupé Over the last 30 years, Qupé owner Bob Lindquist has achieved a sort of legendary status in the wine world, producing wines sourced almost exclusively from organic and bio-dynamic vineyards. The focus of Qupe has always been on producing wines that exhibit the unique terroir of Santa Barbara County with grape varieties found in the Rhone Valley of France. Bob’s elegant and balanced approach to wine making will please even the most discerning wine lover. Come in and discover the legend for yourself.

2963 Grand Ave, Los Olivos · (805) 686-4200 · www.qupe.com Open 11am to 5pm 7 days a week

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Wine tasting daily in our tasting room. Ask for a tour of the barrel room to learn more about our winemaking.

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Nearly all of Opolo wines are iscovering Opolo Vineyards estate vintages, meaning that they is to uncover a place where are vinted from grapes grown by the passion to create an the winery. The central operation unforgettable experience and offer comprises 98 rolling Westside acres outstanding customer service is in as idyllic a setting as the beautiful equally important as crafting wines that Paso Robles area offers. The climate continually sell out and are now being here owes a great debt to the nearby savored by thousands of wine lovers all Pacific Ocean. The cooling effect over the United States. of the marine layer accounts for The team at Opolo Vineyards – the name is from a sassy rose made on the temperature swings – the diurnal range – that can be as great as 50 Dalmatian Coast, a nod to co-owner degrees from afternoon highs to Rick Quinn’s Serbian heritage – are morning lows. The sudden drop warm, passionate and down-to-earth. in temperature at night preserves They strive to “take the snobiness” the balance of natural acids in the out of wine tasting. Intimidation is grape. The result is well balanced, unheard of and the tasting room feels appealing wines. a bit like home.

Generally about 10 degrees warmer On the weekends, the barbeque is than the Westside vineyards, Opolo going full-tilt, cranking out Opolo’s also grows wine grapes on 200 East famous Cevapcici, a special side acres in Paso. The contrast Yugoslav sausage or Pizzas from in climate and soil between their the wood fire pizza oven, made from East side and West scratch; all paired with side vineyards enables their fabulous wines.

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Paso Robles within the environment On a hilltop that it desires. With varieties commands a striking view 238-9593 from each vineyard of the surrounding hills, a www.opolo.com in Paso Robles they huge tent is erected each are provided grapes fall for the Harvest Festival. that exhibit the finest It’s an unforgettable event. characteristics of the terroir in which The air is filled with the succulent they’re grown. aroma of whole roasted lamb, taste Opolo Vineyards features an buds come alive to the nuances of Opolo wines, and the adventurous take exceptional lineup of single varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, off their shoes, roll up their pant legs Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, and have a go at crushing grapes “I and many others, as well as stellar Love Lucy” style.

The dedication to customer service at signature blends.

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RESERVE TASTING IN OUR GREEN ROOM Learn about our Reserve wines in the private setting of our Green Room along with barrel tasting and winery tour. Enjoy each wine paired with local provisions from the Central Coast. Two hours. By appointment.

TOUR, TASTE, AND TAILGATE IN THE VINEYARDS See first-hand the landscape, vineyard practices, and terroir that sets apart our Vineyards.

Taste our wines at the source followed by a tailgate picnic of artisanal cheese and meats in the vineyard. Transportation included. Two hours. By appointment.

UPCOMING SEMINARS TONY’S TASTING SEMINAR with Wine Educator, Tony Hermann 11AM to 1PM Sun, Apr 7, 2013 A rare opportunity to taste the component wines that make up our celebrated Version Red blend. We have assembled the 2011 vintage wines, soon to be blended and bottled. Chef prepared appetizers will be served. $45./$36 Club. Reservations required .

TONY’S TASTING SEMINAR ON FATHER’S DAY 11AM to 1PM Sun, June 16, 2013 Starting with a Vineyard tour of our acclaimed Viking Vineyard.

Followed by a “Claret’ Symposium focusing on the 21 year old estate.

A lively discussion and BBQ lunch to follow. $65/ $54 wine Club Members FOR RESERVATIONS CALL

800.676.1232 or email wines@adelaida.com www.adelaida.com

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Wine tasting daily in our tasting room. Ask for a tour of the barrel room to learn more about our winemaking.

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Nearly all of Opolo wines are iscovering Opolo Vineyards estate vintages, meaning that they is to uncover a place where are vinted from grapes grown by the passion to create an the winery. The central operation unforgettable experience and offer comprises 98 rolling Westside acres outstanding customer service is in as idyllic a setting as the beautiful equally important as crafting wines that Paso Robles area offers. The climate continually sell out and are now being here owes a great debt to the nearby savored by thousands of wine lovers all Pacific Ocean. The cooling effect over the United States. of the marine layer accounts for The team at Opolo Vineyards – the name is from a sassy rose made on the temperature swings – the diurnal range – that can be as great as 50 Dalmatian Coast, a nod to co-owner degrees from afternoon highs to Rick Quinn’s Serbian heritage – are morning lows. The sudden drop warm, passionate and down-to-earth. in temperature at night preserves They strive to “take the snobiness” the balance of natural acids in the out of wine tasting. Intimidation is grape. The result is well balanced, unheard of and the tasting room feels appealing wines. a bit like home.

Generally about 10 degrees warmer On the weekends, the barbeque is than the Westside vineyards, Opolo going full-tilt, cranking out Opolo’s also grows wine grapes on 200 East famous Cevapcici, a special side acres in Paso. The contrast Yugoslav sausage or Pizzas from in climate and soil between their the wood fire pizza oven, made from East side and West scratch; all paired with side vineyards enables their fabulous wines.

Opolo Opolo to produce 30 Hospitality is key here, Vineyards different wines, growing and everyone thoroughly 7110 Vineyard Drive each variety of grapes enjoys a good time.

Paso Robles within the environment On a hilltop that it desires. With varieties commands a striking view 238-9593 from each vineyard of the surrounding hills, a www.opolo.com in Paso Robles they huge tent is erected each are provided grapes fall for the Harvest Festival. that exhibit the finest It’s an unforgettable event. characteristics of the terroir in which The air is filled with the succulent they’re grown. aroma of whole roasted lamb, taste Opolo Vineyards features an buds come alive to the nuances of Opolo wines, and the adventurous take exceptional lineup of single varietals such as Cabernet Sauvignon, off their shoes, roll up their pant legs Zinfandel, Petite Sirah, Petit Verdot, and have a go at crushing grapes “I and many others, as well as stellar Love Lucy” style.

The dedication to customer service at signature blends.

Opolo Vineyards is equally reflected in their wines.

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RESERVE TASTING IN OUR GREEN ROOM Learn about our Reserve wines in the private setting of our Green Room along with barrel tasting and winery tour. Enjoy each wine paired with local provisions from the Central Coast. Two hours. By appointment.

TOUR, TASTE, AND TAILGATE IN THE VINEYARDS See first-hand the landscape, vineyard practices, and terroir that sets apart our Vineyards.

Taste our wines at the source followed by a tailgate picnic of artisanal cheese and meats in the vineyard. Transportation included. Two hours. By appointment.

UPCOMING SEMINARS TONY’S TASTING SEMINAR with Wine Educator, Tony Hermann 11AM to 1PM Sun, Apr 7, 2013 A rare opportunity to taste the component wines that make up our celebrated Version Red blend. We have assembled the 2011 vintage wines, soon to be blended and bottled. Chef prepared appetizers will be served. $45./$36 Club. Reservations required .

TONY’S TASTING SEMINAR ON FATHER’S DAY 11AM to 1PM Sun, June 16, 2013 Starting with a Vineyard tour of our acclaimed Viking Vineyard.

Followed by a “Claret’ Symposium focusing on the 21 year old estate.

A lively discussion and BBQ lunch to follow. $65/ $54 wine Club Members FOR RESERVATIONS CALL

800.676.1232 or email wines@adelaida.com www.adelaida.com

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OPEN DAILY 11AM – 5PM 6385 CROSS CANYONS ROAD SAN MIGUEL, CA 93451 805.467.0014 | VILLASANJULIETTE.COM

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5:30pm – 8:30pm, $10 per guest S’orse Club Members are FREE Includes logo glass & your first glass of wine 2013 DATES:

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30 Years of Wine-Loving Peace & Music

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is something few other Paso Roble’s n honor of their 30th anniversary wineries can rival. Among a handful of Castoro Cellars has created an pioneers at the time, Niels and Berit amazing celebration, and they call “Bimmer” Udsen started making their it, “Beaverstock.” A righteous nod to fine wines in1983. Their lofty goal was Woodstock where long-haired musicians the production of the finest quality and hippies in tie-dyed attire gathered, Paso Robles grown wines. Niels, whose it was a pivotal rock and roll festival career began at the historic Estrella River in 1969 no Boomer will forget. Now winery, was hired by winemaker Tom Boomers can experience déjà vu, and Myers during the 1981 season. Together younger generations will enjoy a modern ever since, Niels and Tom produce rock festival on Labor Day weekend. classic varieties like Cabernet Sauvignon, The world-class event takes place in the Merlot, Chardonnay, and Zinfandel. The outdoor grand stand behind Castoro’s beaver logo came from Niels internship tasting room where renowned bands like in Italy’s wine regions where he was he Dave Mason, Tower of Power, and many was called “Il Castoro,” meaning the musicians will rock your world. beaver. The handle stuck and inspired It’s happening August 31st and their motto “dam fine wine.”

September 1st, only $30 for a day pass, Castoro’s people friendly winery or $50 for entry all weekend. Food trucks features a romantic, Italian style will be cooking up an array of treats for grape arbor leading the way to their purchase that you’ll enjoy with Castoro’s Mediterranean tasting room and art dam fine wines, purchased by the glass or gallery. The beautiful picnic grounds bottle. Castoro’s wine club members gain free entry to Beaverstock. Not a member? and gazebo provide a serene setting for lunch paired with Castoro wines amidst No worries, join the club any time before the lush, organically farmed or during the rock festival Cobble Creek Vineyard. and enjoy free entry. During The Udsen’s commitment to Beaverstock club members Castoro Cellars sustainability, recycling, and get privileged entry into the tasting room where alternative energy resources 1315 N. Bethel Road appetizers will be served are obvious throughout the Templeton alongside Castoro wines. For estate. Three solar arrays details visit CastoroCellars. power the winery and their (805) 238-0725 com where you can join the live concerts. In 2005, the club and receive first notice Udsen’s dropped wasteful (888) DAM-FINE of upcoming events. bottled water containers Over the past three and began providing free decades, Castoro has hosted many purified water for their guests. outdoor concerts featuring internationally Today, brothers Luke and Max Udsen acclaimed musicians. They provide their help manage the popular Castoro guests an unforgettable experience Cellars. The Udsen family’s commitment in wine, food, and music amid the to good stewardship of the environment spectacular setting of their hillside guides them in producing premium vineyards. Special events for club wines that represent the best of Paso members and the public are treats you’ll Robles. While they are serious about always find here during the annual Paso farming, the Udsen’s always provide Robles wine country festivals. unforgettable events for Castoro A celebration of 30 amazing years Cellar’s loyal wine aficionados.

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JUNE 14 - Julie & the Bad Dogs

JULY 19 - Cuesta Ridge Mtn Boys AUGUST 23 - Gypsy All Stars SEPTEMBER 13

Susan Chumley & Side Roads

OCTOBER 18 - The Tipsy Gypsies

food: $10-$15 depending on gourmet food vendor

what to bring: An Appetite, Friends & Family, Blanket/Lawn Chairs wine: For purchase by the glass and bottle

music: Featuring your favorites bands from around SLO County

for more information please call

805-467-WINE (9463)

or email greer@silverhorse.com

2995 Pleasant Road, San Miguel, CA 10 Minutes from 46 E. & 101 Interchange

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The Bianchi Tasting Room is the fulfillment of Glenn Bianchi’s dream to provide a great sensory experience for visitors to the winery and Tasting Room. For Bianchi visitors, the sweeping vineyard, coastal mountain views, and a serene lake coupled with inspired wines offer a fulfilling wine country experience. The welcoming tasting room is an architectural feast for the senses. It blends modern elements-glass, contemporary lighting, and rectilinear characteristics- altogether with earthen materials such as wood, stone and metal. A fireplace warms the tasting room in the winter, and cool breezes off the lake refresh the room in the summer. Whether enjoying our wines inside or outside, guests enjoy our relaxed, un-hurried nature. It’s how wine tasting should be!

Eberle Winery

A top ten gold medal award-winning winery in the U.S.A. Enjoy complimentary Cave Tours and Tastings. Visit us and celebrate 34 years of fine winemaking in Paso Robles! Large Gift Gallery, Custom orders to please. Monthly Guest Chef Dinners. VIP tours that the Wine Spectator calls “One of the Best Tours on the Central Coast!”

Open Daily.

Located on Hwy 46 East, 3.5 miles east of Hwy 101, Paso Robles 805-238-9607 · www.eberlewinery.com Winter hours 10am-5pm, Summer hours 10am-6pm

3380 Branch Rd, Paso Robles, CA 93446 · (805) 226-9922

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Broken Earth Winery produces unique wines that are Estate grown, harvested & bottled in Paso Robles. Winemaker Chris Cameron’s philosophy is to utilize small winemaking practices on a larger scale & deliver food-friendly wines with true varietal definition. We are a customer-focused team proudly representing Paso Robles & committed to continuing to bolster the high-quality reputation of Paso Robles wines. Open daily.

Halter Ranch Vineyard

Savor a taste of old California at our west side Paso Robles vineyard located at the corner of Vineyard Drive and Adelaida Road.

8910 Adelaida Road, Paso Robles · 805-226-9455 www.halterranch.com · Wine tasting Daily 11am-5pm

805.239.2562 · www.brokenearthwinery.com

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Calcareous Vineyard is named as a tribute to our terroir.

Our 442 acre estate begins three miles west of Paso Robles and stretches several miles west towards the Pacific Ocean.

This limestone soil and our varied microclimates allow us to produce Bordeaux, Rhone and Burgundy varietal simultaneously. Our family winery has an uncompromising commitment to quality and wines of authentic vineyard expression. We invite you to visit our panoramic views, and experience our award winning wines.

In 1988, perfect climatic conditions for Cabernet Sauvignon led Jerry Lohr to Paso Robles, where his estate vineyards now encompass over 2,300 acres of Bordeaux and Rhône reds. The J. Lohr Paso Robles Wine Center, a facility certified by the California Sustainable Winegrowing Alliance, pours daily from four award-winning tiers of estates-driven, vineyard-focused wines including J. Lohr Estates, the Vineyard Series, the Cuvée Series and the Rhône-inspired Gesture series.

Airport Road off Highway 46. 6169 Airport Road, Paso Robles, CA (805) 239-8900 · jlohr.com · Open daily 10-5pm

3430 Peachy Canyon Road, Paso Robles, CA 93446 · (805) 239-0289 www.calcareous.com · Food & Wine Pairings Sat & Sun 12-3pm

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Castoro Cellars

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Celebrating 30 years of Dam Fine Wine Castoro Cellars showcases a vast selection of both white and red varietals. The grounds include large picnic areas, an art gallery, and plenty of breathtaking views. The love of music is obvious with concerts and shows year round. Browse our gift shop for artisan food products, gifts and wine accessories. Home of Dam Fine Wine, come discover why we think so!

Cayucos Cellars

The tasting room is located across the street from Niner Winery at 2485 Highway 46 West, Paso Robles (805) 237-7896 · Open daily 10:30am-5:00pm

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Cayucos Cellars is a small winery with a family workforce located in the coastal hills above Cayucos. As the winery is on a working ranch, we felt it prudent to place the tasting room in town to prevent anyone from being flattened by a tractor. Come enjoy our fine wines at our beautiful seaside tasting room in Downtown Cayucos, and learn about why we revere the wild yeast.

Chronic Cellars Winery

The concept of Chronic Cellars came about in the midst of harvest in 2004. We had used the term “The Chronic” to describe likable objects before, but we had never considered it a suitable descriptor for wine. We sat alongside the crush pad one evening in our wine stained clothes and wet boots laughing about the idea of a wine that targeted a casual lifestyle. From dream to reality, our first wines went public in 2008. Stop by Chronic Cellars and try our handcrafted wines in a fun and casual atmosphere. Hang out in a cozy booth by the fireplace while you and your friends play some pool or picnic outside under our covered patio.

2020 Nacimiento Lake Dr., Paso Robles · (805) 237-7848 www.chroniccellars.com · Open Daily 11:30am-5:30pm

Mitchella Vineyard & Winery

Mitchella is a family owned estate vineyard and winery located on the eastside of Paso Robles, sitting a top the Huerhuero Creek Bench. Darren and Angela Mitchell are committed to making small lots of premium handcrafted Paso Robles wines and believe it starts by attentively cultivating wine in the vineyard. The tasting room, just off Mill Road, is nestled amongst the vines and offers breathtaking views of Paso Robles. “Life is an Adventure, Drink Wine”

131 N. Ocean Ave., Downtown Cayucos · (805) 995-3036 www.cayucoscellars.com Open daily 11am – 5:30pm. Closed Tuesdays.

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Kenneth Volk Vineyards

Veteran winemaker Ken Volk has returned to Paso Robles! Ken’s decades of experience working with top vineyards in Paso Robles and the Santa Maria Valley have given him a unique perspective in the production of world class wines. Come and enjoy Ken’s diverse portfolio of wines in a beautiful garden setting. Featuring rare varieties seldom encountered elsewhere.

1315 N. Bethel Road, Templeton (805) 238-0725 or (888) DAM-FINE Open daily from 10-5:30pm

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J. Lohr Vineyards & Wines

Open Thurs. - Sun., 12–5 pm · 2525 Mitchell Ranch Way, Paso Robles, CA (805) 239-8555 · www.mitchella.com

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Oso Libre Winery

Oso Libre, meaning “Free Bear” in Spanish, represents our blended family names and the spirit of the early California pioneers. Family owned and operated, the vineyards and winery are located on our 90-acre working ranch within in the acclaimed Adelaida region of Paso Robles. Oso Libre produces award winning, artisanal wines from our estate and locally grown premium grapes. Our estate labels include Cabernet Sauvignon, Zinfandel and Mourvedre bottled as traditional single varietals and in distinctive red blends. SIP Certified.

7383 Vineyard Drive, Paso Robles, CA 93446 · (805) 238-3378 Wednesday-Monday 11am-5pm

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After nearly 30 years of growing grapes for many of the finest wineries in California, ranging from ultra premium small producers, to the largest international brands, the Merrill’s decided to produce their own wines. In addition to the family estate, the finest blocks of grapes from Santa Barbara and Monterey Counties are selected from vineyards managed by a sister firm, Mesa Vineyard Management, Inc. All wines are exclusively produced and farmed by the Merrills. At Pomar Junction, they believe that controlled planting, pruning through harvest, fermentation and cellaring are critical for success. The Merrill Family’s agricultural heritage and grape growing history dates back at least 8 generations on California’s Central Coast. They believe in community and industry involvement. Come enjoy a local, family gem: Visit Pomar Junction today!

5036 S El Pomar, Templeton, CA 93465 · (805) 238-9940

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As a tiny Paso Robles vintner, we consider ourselves fortunate to be part of the New World of wine exploration. Long-time San Luis Obispo County resident and Ex-Major League Baseball Scout, Tom, his wife Carol, and daughters Cait and Emily will welcome you to taste their small production, intensely flavorful, handcrafted wines.

RIO SECO is a gathering place for fine wines and friendly people, for relaxing and enjoying beautiful Paso Robles days in wine country, for picnics in the park and for our famous Friday Fun Nite summer live music and BBQ events. Hope to see you at the winery!

Villa San-Juliette Vinyard & Winery

Villa San-Juliette is the creation of executive television producers Nigel Lythgoe and Ken Warwick, most noted for several smash-hit primetime shows including “American Idol” and “So You Think You Can Dance.” Located in the Paso Robles wine region of California, Villa San Juliette boasts 132 acres of beautiful vineyards with a spectacular array of estate-grown wines, meticulously crafted by acclaimed winemaker, Matt Ortman.

6385 Cross Canyons Rd. San Miguel, CA 93451 (805) 467-0014 · villasanjuliette.com · Tasting room hours: 11am-5pm Daily

4295 Union Road, Paso Robles · (805) 237-8884 · www.riosecowine.com

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Summerwood Winery & Inn

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Visit our boutique winery located at the gateway to the Paso Robles westside wineries. Featuring limited lots of handcrafted ultrapremium wines, exclusive to the tasting room, wines include: the Viognier, Syrah, GSM, Diosa Blanc and Diosa Rhone-wines along with our popular Cabernet Sauvignon, the majestic Sentio blend and a delicious NV Port. Enjoy a picnic on the picturesque grounds, stay at our nine guest room inn or join our Executive Chef for an Epicurean Experience.

Vista Del Rey Vineyards

Open most Sundays 11-5, special event weekends & weekdays by appointment. Get off the beaten path and experience the many styles of Zinfandel, Barbera & more, while enjoying the panoramic view of the Santa Lucia Mountains from this acclaimed dry-farmed vineyard.

Gourmet food products, barrel products, 36° olive oils & private label goodies available.

7340 Drake Road, Paso Robles · (805) 467-2138

2175 W. Arbor Rd., Paso Robles, CA 93446 · (805) 227-1365 www.summerwoodwine.com

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Twin Coyotes Winery

Twin Coyotes Winery is owned and operated by twin brothers Steve and Stu Thompson and their families. We believe in good wine, fun times, and environmental sustainability. Our wines are handmade in small batches, using hand-picked grapes that are at their fullest flavor. We sometimes work late into the night and can often hear the local coyotes howling, so, of course, we howl along with them— wine is meant to be fun. We welcome you to our tasting room in the heart of Cambria to sample our award-winning wines and join us for our fun events—we’d love to get to know you.

2020 Main Street, Cambria, CA · (805) 927-9800 www.twincoyotes.com · Fri-Sat 12-6, Sun-Mon-12-5, or by appointment.

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Wild Horse Winery and Vineyards

As champions of the Central Coast for 25 years, Wild Horse Winery & Vineyards produces a diverse selection of wines reflecting the distinct qualities of this region. A trip to the winery insures a taste of our “Four Horsemen,” including our flagship Pinot Noir along with the Merlot, Chardonnay and Cabernet Sauvignon. To add to your experience, taste the wild varietals available exclusively through the tasting room including Blaufrankisch, Verdelho and our reserve “Unbridled” selections.

1437 Wild Horse Winery Court, Templeton · (805) 434-2541 www.wildhorsewinery.com · Winery open daily 11am-5pm

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SUNDAY, MAY 12, 2013

Celebrate Mother’s Day at Eberle Winery 11:00am-2:00pm Live music on the deck.

Catering by Chef Jeff Wiesinger. $40 adults (includes wine), $15 children 6-13, children 5 and under free.

MAY 17-19, 2013

Wine Festival at Eberle Winery

Dinner in the caves featuring Chef Scott McGlinchey, sales in the tasting room, Barbeque on Sunday with live music by Ruckus

SUNDAY, JUNE 16, 2013

Father’s Day at Eberle Winery Food, music and good times for Dad! 12:00pm-2:00pm

FRIDAY, OCTOBER 18, 2013

Harvest Festival Dinner in the Caves featuring Chef Tre Wilcox, Food Network

3810 Highway 46 East Paso Robles, CA. 805-238-9607

www.eberlewinery.com

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Veris Cellars, guests are greeted with n the heart of the Paso Robles wine a friendly welcome and invited to country a special place beckons. customize their wine tasting experience.

Nestled in the renowned Templeton Gap, Veris Cellars welcomes guests with Whether that is a complimentary sampling of their JanKris brand, or a lush rose gardens, a friendly ambiance of unparalleled vineyard views, more refined experience of their Reserve exceptional wines and the most unique Ben Hogan and Nova Vita labels, which of all features, a Golf Driving Range into includes a delectable wine and cheese a Chardonnay Vineyard. pairing from Vivant Fine Cheese, their Veris Cellars, named for “Spring,” or wines will exceed all expectations. From “Produce of Spring,” is home to three a soft and approachable Cabernet delectable brands; JanKris, Nova Vita, Sauvignon to a bold and sensuous Petit and a third label, Ben Hogan, designed Verdot, and even a handful of delicious, as a tribute the late golf legend. Enter flavored Sparkling wines, Veris Cellars the Ben Hogan Chardonnay driving has wines to suit every palate. range where Veris Cellars guests are Veris Cellars hospitality does not invited to tee off into the beautiful estate stop there. With unique events such as vineyard that graces the winery property. Veris’ Famous Sunday Brunch, Twilight When owner Matthew Talbert Thursdays, which include an exciting array purchased the winery from the original of local musical talent and extended hours owners in 2008 he envisioned a “oneto 8:00pm in the Summer evenings, Movie of-a-kind” tasting experience filled with Nights on the Lawn and Seasonal Wine warm hospitality and a place where Dinners, Veris Cellars is the ultimate place guests felt at ease and wanted to “stay to be for events. For a complete list of a while.” As such, he began sweeping upcoming events, please visit their website improvements to the at www.veriscellars.com. winery estate, including You can even create a complete renovation of a memory of your own Veris Cellars the property’s historic 1892 with the property’s newest Victorian home. In addition addition, the Picnic Path 1266 N. Bethel Rd. he implemented dramatic Program (coming in May).

Paso Robles improvements to the Bring your sweetheart or a grounds including vineyard group of friends and have 434-0319 picnic areas, lush and the Veris Staff customize a extensive rose gardens and picnic basket for you from water features. There is also selections of wine, unique the new private vineyard in cheeses, salami, artisan front of the Tasting Room where wine breads, gourmet olives and more, and club members are invited to “Adoptreserve one of 8 picnic areas which are a-Vine” and share in the festivities of spread all across the stunning vineyard Harvest and the art of winemaking. estate with sweeping views of the With the assistance of a world renowned surrounding area. winemaking team, brought onboard to With so much to enjoy it isn’t hard translate Matthew’s vision of producing to see why Veris Cellars has become “world class wines,” the property’s Paso Robles’ most celebrated wine transformation was nearly complete. destination. One stop in and a return visit Today the vision has been realized. will be inevitable. Come home to artisan Upon entering the Tasting Room at wines…come home to Veris Cellars.

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