Location: Paso Robles
Top Things to do in Paso Robles
Things to do in Paso Robles, California (CA): The Best Nightlife
Located in the coastal mountain range of central California, Paso Robles, or "Pass of the Oaks," is close to mountains, beaches and deserts. The area has an ideal climate for wine-making; grape growing in the region began in 1797. There are now more than 170 wineries, 26,000 vineyard acres and 40 varietals of wine. Visit the thermal springs, which are said to have healing powers, or one of the more modern spring resorts in the area.
Restaurants in Paso Robles
1. Dark Star Cellars
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 21 reviews
Dark Star was established in 1994. We are conveniently located just two miles west of the 101, just off of the 46 on Anderson Road. Dark Star makes small lots of premium, hand-crafted wines, including traditional Bordeaux and Rhône styles, creative California blends, and some things not everyone has: Montepulciano, Tempranillo, Viognier, Roussanne, Rosé of Grenache and a Port. Our menu presently includes about twenty different varietals and blends. Drop by and visit our spacious indoor tasting room and outdoor patio, both with comfortable seating. Bring your own picnic and enjoy wine by the glass, or Dark Star snacks if it is your lucky day. Dark Star is pet and family friendly. Check out our observation beehive, ax throwing pitch, free-range chickens and winery cats. Taste eight-ish wines for a fifteen-dollar tasting fee, waived with a bottle purchase. Check the darkstarcellars.com "events" page for our regular music events and parties.
Reviewed By CarpeDiem0212 - Cypress Gardens, United States
My wife and I were visiting Paso Robles and its unique wineries. The hotel staff mentioned to us that they had heard good things about Dark Star Cellars. They encouraged us to check it out. I am glad they did. We were most impressed with the winery and the quality of the wines. The winery consist of three red main buildings. The wine tasting room was open and had a positive, relaxed atmosphere. The tasting room had a closed bee hive on the inside, a black kitty and even some food. They also had a covered outdoor picnic area. Mike greeted us and started serving us some wine samples. He told us about the winery and each of the varieties of wines they make. In between samples, we cleared our palate with crackers and/or chocolate chips. It was all Fun! Dark Star makes a great variety of different wines from Rhone wines, Bordeaux wines and California red wines. Each is distinctive and tasty. We liked almost all of their wines. After we had finished our sampling, Dave took a small group of us for a winery tour of their facilities. It was wonderful. My wife even got to taste a sample of red wine that was almost ready for bottling. It was a small and intimate tour which we loved. Afterward, we bought a bottle of their red wine and brought it home to drink at a later date. We truly enjoyed visiting the Dark Star Cellars winery. It was a great visit of a winery who is committed to quality and good taste in wine. We encourage everyone to check them out.
2. Gary Kramer Guitar Cellars
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 7 reviews
Reviewed By Me_Llamo-Jefe
We visited Gary Kramer Guitar Cellars in September for a private engagement and were blown away by how cool the tasting room is and that Gary Kramer was there too. Mr. Kramer was very humble and down to earth. I wish I could listen to more of his stories about the guitars and the artists. The wines were great, the staff was fantastic and the atmosphere is amazing. If you like music and wine, go to Gary Kramer Guitar Cellars. Mr. Kramer gave me a tour of the back concert area which I can only imagine will have some amazing musicians at very soon. Unfortunately for us, the intimate venue was not finished and the stage looks as though it had just finished being built. We will definitely go back and hopefully to watch some live music too.
3. Bushong Vintage Company
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 3 reviews
Micro-craft wine tasting room in downtown Paso Robles. Choose a vinyl record to spin from the collection while sipping on excellent wines.
Reviewed By Q3351ZBleeg - Lake Elsinore, United States
The atmosphere lives up to the vintage names. It was great being served be Jason the winemaker. The selection of wines was great! The sherry is wonderful. If you like wine visit here!
4. Eleven Twenty-Two
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 8 reviews
Enjoy an upscale cocktail experience where you can find golden age cocktails with a modern twist.
Reviewed By 677halj - San Francisco, United States
This is a must-try spot for drinks. The staff were knowledgeable and friendly, the bar is well stocked, and the atmosphere itself is worth the price of a drink. So the artisanal ingredients and quality booze are just icing on the cake. They do a very nice job of the Prohibition-era speakeasy vibe. Be prepared to stand in line on a busy night: it's not a big place. Consider going mid-week.
5. Tetto at The Piccolo
Overall Ratings
5.0 based on 2 reviews
Tetto, The Piccolo's 1,500-square-foot rooftop bar, is the first and only one of its kind in downtown Paso Robles. Tetto features a full craft cocktail bar, alfresco bar seating, comfortable lounge areas, and inviting fire pits - all tucked beneath the shade of a covered trellis. Open to the public.
6. Pine Street Saloon
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 21 reviews
Reviewed By traveltarot
Live music this Thursday night, the 6 of us enjoyed the tunes, cheap beer and people watching. Pool tables, small dance floor- Everything and dive bar could want.
7. Taste in the Alley, Paso Robles
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 22 reviews
Sister location to Tastes of the Valleys, Pismo Beach, chosen as one of TOP WINE BARS IN AMERICAS by Wine Enthusiast Magazine. Taste in the Alley, Paso Robles continues the tradition of offering any bottle in the house by the glass. With over 350 choices, it's easy to find your next favorite. We also offer wine tasting flights of six one ounce pours to your satisfaction. By a bottle or ship a case. We do it all. CHECK WEBSITE FOR HOLIDAY HOURS.
Reviewed By WendAir
Love the wine selections and the bottle price break versus just a glass. We will return next time we are in town. Also we loved the flexibility on music selection. Truly a great time.
8. Rava Wines
Overall Ratings
4.5 based on 13 reviews
Experience Rava Located in the El Pomar AVA in the heart of Paso Robles Wine Country, Rava Wines + Events is the place for celebrations and live entertainment. The Rava’s, a third-generation farming family, has taken their expertise into the cellar crafting sparkling wines in the traditional méthode champenoise style. Experience Rava’s intimate wine country venue and discover a blend of modern hospitality, fine wines and your place for celebrations.
Reviewed By 663dickc
Absolutely beautiful winery and property. Situated on 82 acres this former Arabian Horse Ranch is definitely a showplace. The wines are all delicious and the friendly tasting room staff make you feel at home. This is a must visit when you are in San Luis Obispo County The show auditorium is as nice as you see in Vegas. What a terrific combination of winery property, delicious wines and entertainment. This is a must see.
9. Pony Club Wine Bar
Overall Ratings
4.0 based on 28 reviews
The Pony Club, Hotel Cheval's wine, beer & champagne bar, is located just off the hotel lobby and Open to the Public (21 & Over). With an understated equestrian theme, the Pony Club features a traditional French zinc-topped, horseshoe-shaped bar and a gorgeous outdoor patio. Serving premium Central Coast Wines, appetizers and small plates, the Pony Club is the perfect spot to rub elbows with the locals, listen to some live music, and enjoy some of Paso Robles finest wines.
Reviewed By funflowertrips - Corona del Mar, United States
What an inviting atmosphere the outdoor patio has. All the best to enjoy a glass of wine or brew along with some delicious flatbread.
