The Alchemists' Garden

We were looking for a spot to have dinner and came across this one. The menu was intriguing since it had such a wide variety of food items and a good chunk of veggie forward dishes and season items that rotate. It was a busy Saturday night but we were able to be sat at the bar right away. The decorations of the restaurant ranged from whimsical to silly, with Christmas displays up for the holiday. The menu was a little booklet that was mostly different fun "alchemist" style drinks. When we got our drink, it came in a wooden box that was opened and steamed poured out. It was difficult to decide what to order, but the seasonal item of duck prosciutto wrapped dates was mentioned and we had to get that. That was probably my favorite food item from our weekend trip! Staff was friendly and checked on us often. Food came out quickly and was beautiful presented. I would go back to try other items on the menu. Of course, if we went back on a busy weekend we'd make a reservation next time. Great place for a celebration, as it had a louder, busier vibe. But also a good place for a date and some drinks.

We had a fantastic dinner at Alchemists' Garden! The steak was cooked perfectly, and the holiday cocktails were absolutely wonderful—creative and delicious. A huge thank you to our server, Valentina, for the amazing service. She made our night extra special. Highly recommend stopping by!

Chef Andrew takes pride in this establishment and I understand why! The fresh oysters with passionfruit foam had me ready to grab the entire bucket from the back!!! Eddie and Justice were fabulous behind the bar. I love the atmosphere and must check out the speakeasy when I come back. Please make sure to visit this eye-catching restaurant and enjoy the amazing food.

Jessica, our waitress, was fantastic. Super attentive, friendly, and just great with people. Honestly, she deserves 5 stars all on her own. The food, though, was hit or miss. The pork chop was massive, but the flavor didn’t match the portion—could’ve used more seasoning to really stand out. The halibut was nicely done, but the wild rice it came with was a letdown. The deviled eggs with curry weren’t really for me (kind of tasted like cold leftovers), though others at the table enjoyed them. On the bright side, the fry wedges with all the aiolis were amazing, and the cocktails were definitely the highlight. The presentation was beautiful, and the drink itself was just as good as it looked. Overall, the service and drinks really shined, while the food left me wishing for a bit more flavor.

Tacos and fries were 5 star. The tuna appetizer was 2 stars and what lowered our rating. It did not taste very fresh, it grew in my mouth. The drinks were 5 stars. So was the waiter.

Dinner at The Alchemists' Garden with my husband was wonderful from start to finish! Our days were filled with wine tasting, so having some fun, delicious cocktails was a breath of fresh air. The drink menu is extensive, so good luck picking just one! For dinner we shared the Skirt Steak and Fries. The fries were addicting and the flavorful steak was cooked perfectly. For dessert we shared the banana split, which my husband said was one of his favorite desserts he's ever had. Matt was our server, and he was fabulous!

My wife and stopped here for dinner with our two children (1 and 4). Immediately we were offered a high chair and everyone there was so extremely helpful with our children, offering us off menu items for them, and constantly picking up toys that got tossed. The service was excellent!!! The drink and food presentation was magnificent, and we were very excited about what the menu had to offer. As people who indulge in fine dining around Los Angeles, taste fell short of the fine dining prices. I could not have been more excited for a cocoa nib infused old fashioned with crème de banane, but unfortunately it was way too sweet. My wife found the same with her gin cocktail. The himachi crudo was made with a beautiful yellowtail, but was overwhelmed in flavor by too much sesame oil. All in all the food was good but not great. We were both a bit surprised to be walking away paying $300 for essentially dinner for two plus butter pasta. I’d recommend this place if you’re in Paso but keep your expectations tempered.

Lunch date with the wifie. The place has a modern look but doesn’t feel stiff or overdone. It’s the kind of spot where you can sit and talk without feeling rushed. The menu had a good mix of familiar and interesting, and nothing felt like it was trying too hard to impress. I ordered the seasonal veggie plate and it really caught me off guard. The flavors were layered in a way that made you pay attention, and I found myself slowing down between bites without meaning to. It wasn’t overly fancy or showy, just thoughtful and well put together. Price felt fair for what we got, and it was one of those meals you talk about later without even trying.

Great place for a casual dining experience. Food is carefully prepared and delicious. our server Jessica was terrific, attentive , pleasant and knowledgeable.

Excellent experience here. Highly recommend the carrots. Tim, the bartender was fantastic. Danny was wonderful! Thank you!

We were looking for a place to have an early dinner in Paso Robles, and the menu looked interesting. Also, I remember seeing the name when I was looking for restaurants in Paso Robles. Since we got there around 4 pm, they were still serving the lunch menu, but mentioned that they would be switching to dinner. There were plenty of interesting selections on the lunch menu. The deviled eggs were outstanding. I really enjoyed the vegetarian banh mi as well. The waiter did mention that it was a bit light and you could add a protein if you wanted, but I was looking for a light meal, so it was perfect. I really liked the cocktail I had - the Hugo spritz. It was light and refreshing. We ate on the covered patio, which was really nice. I did notice they even have some seating that faces out to the square, which is kind of cool if you want to people watch. Service was great. I would definitely come back to try other things on the menu and additional cocktails.

Went in for an anniversary dinner and had a great experience. The Services is always top notch. Let's talk about the food . We started with some spicy shrimp served with a tziziki sauce. They were delicious. We then had the oysters, which were the the daily special. I could've eaten dozens of them. For our main, we ordered the ribeye special. This was actually the low point of our meal. The steak was extremely fatty and was served with the smallest side of asparagus and sweet mashed potatoes. The best part of our whole meal were the fries. I wish every place served fries like this. Service was outstanding and we received a complementary sparkling wine toast for our anniversary.

As food enthusiasts who have experienced a wide range of restaurants around the US and the world--from exceptional to average to truly disappointing--I found the behavior of the ownership at The Archaists' Garden quite bizarre. Yes, our meal was very poor and frankly unacceptable, but one would expect the management to respond with humility, perhaps expressing regret and hoping for a better experience next time. Instead, the individual who identifies as the "Business Owner" responds with striking rudeness and arrogance, adopting an unnecessarily combative tone. To anyone considering dining at The Archaists' Gardens, I strongly suggest reading the one-star reviews--and especially the owner's responses. They speak volumes.

We stopped by Alchemist after dinner since we were staying nearby and decided to walk over -- so glad we did! Our waiter, Danny (or Dan), was super friendly and had great drink recommendations. I started with a tequila-based cocktail (the one with the picture -- so good!), and my boyfriend got the lemon drop-style drink that came in a teacup and saucer with a hibiscus infusion -- it looked like cranberry tea and was such a fun presentation. For our second round, Danny recommended the Garden Eyes, a basil-forward cocktail that was sweet, aromatic, and beautifully balanced by the tartness of the alcohol -- absolutely delicious. To top it off, the mixologist came out to greet us and shared a bit about the history and inspiration behind the Garden Eyes, which was such a thoughtful and personal touch. Overall, cozy vibe, creative cocktails, and warm service -- definitely worth stopping by if you're in town

Came for a Paso trip and this place look3d so cute outside and inside. Once inside we just ordered drinks as we had a dinner reservation at another place. But I will definitely be back to try the food options because the drinks were delicious. The bartenders or mixologists to be more specific were outstanding! They were able to tailor a drink perfectly and they knew how to make a drink. If you are a gin lover they got you! Cannot wait to come back to Paso and stop by here! Make sure to stop by for great service and great drinks.

This place has the absolute best cocktail menu! Super fun and unique drinks and Cool atmosphere vibes. Matt was the best server for the group of 11 of us girls! He was attentive and so fun! Will def be back :)

One of the best spots we have been to. The food is very different, the drinks are impeccable, but above all the service is one of a kind. Tony is so kind and passionate. Our waitress Samantha was so knowledgeable and amazing, she was honest about her recommendation. The appetizers were great, so was the pork chops and salmon.

I came here for a friend's bachelorette dinner and we were not disappointed! The servers were so friendly and accommodating of our large group. We ordered a large variety of items from the menu and every thing tasted absolutely amazing (food and cocktails!). It's a shame I don't live in the area; I would definitely be a frequent customer.

We've now been to the Alchemist's Garden four or five times in the past 12 months as we've been doing a lot of travel between the Bay Area and the San Gabriel Valley area of LA. We actually do our trip planning to best hit Paso Robles on the right day and time when we can. In those five times we had one single issue and they made it right. The seasonal menus (well, actually changes are done each equinox) means new delights. DO NOT SKIP THE FRIES! And you have to chose the Goat Cheese Ranch. Just do it, you will thank me. Veggie Lasagna - Like ratatouille at a next level. Pork Chop? HUGE - share, make friends with the people in your family you don't like. Salads, crazy good. Don't skip the desert!. Oh, and I asked for a coffee to go as I still had more than a few hours to drive - Delivered with a smile in a to go cup. We have at least three to four more trips planned before the end of the year. We will be sure to hit them up at least three more times!

Danny was an awesome server/ bartender!! He made our visit fun, interesting, and full of laughter! The atmosphere has a hipster vibe with good tunes and delicious, unique cocktails. I highly recommend the espresso martini!!

This place is something special. The outside of the restaurant is so beautiful, then you go inside and find more beauty with the decor and plants hanging on the wall. They have a great menu with a lot of variety. We ended up ordering the sashimi special as an app, followed by duck pasta and the pork chop. The duck pasta was beautifully balanced with thick spaghetti noodles. The pork chop was the star of the show though- butterflied, fried and served with a delicious lemon sauce and arugula. I could eat that meal every day. Now, let's talk about the service. If you get lucky like we did, Samantha will be your server and you will be in the best hands. Samantha's approach and energy matched us every step of the way. She has great food suggestions and between ordering, we shared stories and laughed like we had known each other for years. I HIGHLY recommend this gem of a spot in downtown Paso.

If you're heading to this cocktail bar for tiki drinks, do yourself a favor and pray you get Matt -- the man, the myth, the tropical legend (for me...) the other girls ordered other things! Our group of 11 girls descended like a small, thirsty army, and Matt handled us with absolute grace under fire. He knew the menu inside and out, gave spot-on recommendations, and somehow kept every drink, detail, and personality in check without breaking a sweat. Matt didn't just serve us -- he elevated the whole night!

Matt was amazing at accommodating our large party on the patio!!! The service was amazing!! Thanks Matt!!!!

Matt and the garden were amazing! Excellent service, delicious drinks and all together great experience.

A light and airy atmosphere to grab a bite before some serious wine tasting. The location is perfect with us staying at The Paso Robles Inn. The ONLY suggestion would be to have a table top fan to keep that pesky fly away that is hovering right now as I write this review.

The Alchemists' Garden is the place to go for the best eats and best drinks in the Paso area. Nick is FANTASTIC, giving all the ins and outs of the best drinks, and is extremely knowledgeable of the menu and what makes what the go to for the best bite and drink. Thank you to Nick to making our experience that much more enjoyable and for providing us with an experience we won't forget. Come here for a good time, a beautiful night, and a moment you won't forget.

Spent the weekend in Paso Robles for my husband's birthday and chose Alchemist Garden for his birthday dinner-- we had a wonderful experience! Just a heads up, parking can be tough on the weekends in downtown Paso, so definitely plan to arrive early. We were glad we made a reservation too-- there was a line out the door when we arrived. The restaurant is super cute and aesthetic, with lots of plants and simple decor. Our server was friendly and helpful from the start. For drinks, my husband ordered the Alchemist Gold, which came in a smoky box--it was a cool presentation! I told our server I liked piña coladas, and he brought me the perfect tropical drink. We shared the bone marrow and the prime rib special (double the usual portion) with a side of potatoes. The bone marrow was rich and flavorful, and the prime rib was cooked perfectly--we were absolutely stuffed by the end! A couple of small downsides: - Everything is a bit pricey, which we expected for a special night out, but just something to keep in mind. - The tables are pretty close together. The group next to us kept chatting with us for whatever reason-- it wasn't a huge deal, but it did take away from the intimate birthday dinner vibe a bit. - Not necessarily a negative but we were a little surprised that nothing special was offered or noted for my husband's birthday--not even a small dessert or mention--which would've been a nice gesture. All that said, we had a great time overall and would definitely come back for another date night or celebration if we're ever in the area!

(Overall: A+) - I found Alchemist's Garden to be a spot that hits all the right notes; every single dish uses a culmination of flavors from various cultures that truly embrace the California fusion cuisine done well with those fresh, bright, and complex flavors. The ambience is alluring, being very spacious and painting this interior garden-in-a-castle type vibe. The staff are very knowledgable about the menu, sophisticated in word choice to describe each dish, and most importantly kind and attentive. The restaurant runs a bit pricey for the plates, but not the drinks; highly recommend for those in the central coast! (Taurus: A+) - Love the intricate complexities with this drink -- starts with a classic citrus-forward Japanese whiskey style cocktail, then elevated with some earthy umami notes coming from the truffle oil and truffle salt to embrace that mushroom cup design; this is a cocktail that keeps on giving! (Baby Carrots: A) - Quite a pricey plate of carrots at $18, but the seasoning game is on point! Love the usage of maple to give it that earthy sweetness, which pairs texturally and flavorfully well with the toasted almonds and sprinkle of chili. (Harissa Prawns: A) - Beautifully presented and well thought out dish to serve the prawns halved and easy to peel. I like the lightness of all components, with mild garlic sauce to pair with the light harissa spice coating. I think the pickled cucumber could've benefitted from a stronger pickle in both sugar and salt though as it tastes quite watery. (Skirt Steak: B) - The flavors are conceptually interesting with a coffee rub paired with a chimichurri, but I would've liked to see more of both of those components foe the bitterness and acidity to balance the multiple components of sweet potato. Steak is impressively tender. Food: +1 Presentation: +1 Price: E Atmosphere: +1 Service: +1 Menu: +2 Overall: A+ Insta/Beli/TikTok: @amei_eats

Atmosphere is fun! Their specialty cocktails are a treat. Definitely check this place out if you're in paso!

Stopped in over the weekend for a late afternoon lunch and got the cheese plate, chichettis trio, and bucatini alla olio parmesan to share. The cheese plate was the star of the show, the rest of the items were very average/borderline bad. The ambience of the place is cool and relaxing and service was fast!

The food here was great. We had ordered their steak, pasta, and signature drinks. Portion sizes are good to share with 2 people. The steak special was good to share with 3-4 people. Our staff was friendly and food came out in a reasonable time. The restaurant has some cool decorations that makes it fun to eat inside

Food was amazing and Jessica was the best. Top notch service, drinks and ambiance. Thank you and kudos again to Jessica.

Our group stopped by Alchemists' Garden for a late night dinner after visiting Sensorio. We had reservations and upon arrival, we were promptly seated. The restaurant was busy, but it wasn't too crowded. We ordered a little bit of everything and it was all good. The drinks were definitely the highlights though. All in all, Alchemists' Garden was a good spot late night spot in Paso.

This place is such a vibe. We sat outside on the patio and we had the pleasure of enjoying the smell of the jasmines to ourselves for some time before the other tables started to fill up. We tried a few cocktails and ordered dinner. We had the duck pasta and the pork chop. The pasta lacked the taste of duck and the noodles were too denti for me. The pork chop however was so tasty and juicy. The service was great and we were checked on often throughout our meal. Such a treat- it almost felt like we had the patio all to ourselves.

Had a wonderful dining experience! Doug was a phenomenal server. Well educated and informative but didn't over step. Very personable as well. The food was AMAZING. highly recommend the veggie lasagna and I'm a meat eater. 10/10 would recommend

I had a super excellent meal here. Would definitely come back. Dessert was particularly excellent.

Danny was a great server and made great recommendations. Tie duck carnitas poutine was unique and killer.. as was the skirt steak portion for my mom

Real rating is a hard 3.5 but I can't pop a full 4. Everything we had was just increasingly average. It's definitely built to be a "scene", and the quality of the food and the drinks are not taking as seriously as the atmosphere. Went there on Taco Tuesday, the steak taco was definitely the best thing I ate. The duck taco, the duck chalupa, the duck pasta, I guess we had a lot of duck, and it was all okay, nothing popping off. Also had the burrata, which is always good, and deviled eggs which I would definitely skip. The cocktails were good enough for sure and the atmosphere really was awesome. If you're looking to have a good time with good people you probably won't be disappointed!

Been here twice, last time with the family and forgot I even came here before. The food isn't meant for families with small kids, can't do many removals for the items. They had fries so we got like 3 bunches bc that's mostly what we were gonna eat. The menu is pretty set and very very specific. You would def need to spend some time asking questions to your waitress to understand everything. For the area it seems like the only good option. Waitress was helpful and well as other staff. We were pleased with the food, but for more options and variety i would go somewhere else.

This is a cute little spot. The vibe great. The service was pretty good. Our server Jacob was very nice and attentive. The drinks were a hit. The Alchemists Gold came out in a cool, smoking case. It tasted very smooth. Other drinks we tried were the Nicolas Flamel and Meetings with Faustus, all very good. The food was pretty good. I had the pork chops which were quite generous and tasty. We also had the Skirt Steak, which was also tasty and tender. The Deviled Eggs and Wild Prawns were excellent as well. We enjoyed the food, although we thought it was a little pricey.

My boyfriend and I went for dinner and drinks on Valentine's Weekend... the food was delicious, the drinks were amazing and the service was very cool! We had a great time! We will definitely be coming back here when we are in Paso Robles. I love the red rose touch for Valentine's.

Girls dinner was so fun!! We happened to have the prefixed menu for Valentines day which was so incredibly fun and interactive. Nick was our server and Tony was our bartender/sommelier. We added the wine pairing with the dinner and it was so perfect except a few of the pours seemed a little on the light side even though the expectation was 2 oz pours. There were a few things that kept it from being a 5 star experience like our tiger prawns were overcooked, a few of us experienced shell/dirt in our oyster so it felt like they weren't well prepped.

BEWARE: Do not make a reservation unless you are 100% certain you can be there on time! I made a reservation in anticipation of traveling to Paso for a wedding, but when I checked historic traffic patterns, realized we might not make it on time. I called and asked the restaurant: "Can I still cancel without being charged?" They said, "Yes, not a problem, we will cancel it for you!" And then the next day I was charged a cancellation fee. I called the restaurant to discuss and they said they would not do anything for me but that I could email the owner. I emailed and received no reply. My friends and I did go over to the restaurant once we arrived that evening and there was a 1.5 hour wait to get in, so clearly they were not hurt in any way by our cancelling. It's really disappointing to see a restaurant like this offer such poor customer service.

My partner and I were visiting Paso for the first time and stumbled across this place on yelp. We are so glad we did. The food was delicious. Highly recommend the tiger prawns. And our cocktails were delicious. You could tell they put a lot of thought into the cocktails like works of art. OC and Jacob took care of us all night and were very friendly and knowledgeable. Great recommendations. Would definitely come back!

Walked in to this place around 8/9PM and we didn't wait long! The place was pretty spacious, but me and my friend got seated in the backyard area which was super cute and had a nice vibe. There were heaters so it wasn't cold at all. The service here was really nice! The waiters were super nice and gave us recs for drinks, and checked up on us a good amount of times, and refilled our waters. Something that's really unique about this cocktail spot is that they make a drink for each star sign when it's the season! I'm a Capricorn so of course i had to order the Capricorn drink! It was really good!! (Especially for being bourbon which I'm normally not a fan of) it was kind of spiced, and tasted "warm" if u no what i mean LOL. It was iced tho. And It came with a really cute Capricorn card! I forgot what cocktail my friend got but it was equally as tasty! The bone marrow was DELICIOUS. Def expensive but i just love bone marrow so i had to have it. I'd say my only complaint is there were too many cranberries on top, but it was still really good! Overall great vibe and service, and had a good time here :) would def visit again if I were in the area!

The food, drinks, service, and ambiance were amazing!!!! Matt, you were the BEST! The espresso martini was delish.

For cocktails, they are five star. We were impressed with each one we tried and the belladonna was a spectacular sight. The service was excellent and we enjoyed our bar table. Make reservations if you want to ensure seating. Some of the food was terrific, like the green bean salad and some was less good. Ok, the fries were delicious too. The carrots were okay but we would have preferred some char on them. Sadly, our pork chop was overdone. It could have been terrific. The brûléed banana split was good but I wish the banana had been riper to bring out its sweetness to contrast with the brûlée. That said, we'd still recommend and return to this restaurant.

Flavorful food. Flavorful drinks. Friendly staff. We ordered some fries to share which comes with goat cheese ranch. The alchemist Caesar salad is turned up a notch with that Black Sea salt and do add any protein to it. I added shrimp and they were juicy juicy. The pesto veggie lasagna is also hearty and creamy. Everything was GOOD. Do get the Bruleed Banana Split for dessert: salted caramel sauce, chocolate, peanut butter mousse, hazelnut gelato & luxardo cherries They have a drink special based on the current zodiac sign, so this time it was the Aquarius drink. A cute fun idea! This place is a must when visiting Paso Robles!

Beautiful menu design with unique drink recipes. It is great that they list the family of cocktails from which the drink is based. Will definitely try next time. Our servers were so helpful in setting the adventurous tone and guiding us through their favorite recommendations. Bunch of Fries were great. Loved that they were super flat which made them extra crispy and flavorful and easy to lie on the dips and sauces. Fondue and goat cheese ranch dip were both tasty. Croquettes were nicely fried. A little more sauce for each would have been great. Cheese platter was fine. I really liked the arugula based toppings for the pork chop. It was crunchy. I like my chops thicker and a little less well done. The duck pasta sauce was really good. But again, I just like my proteins with shorter cooking times. Will ask next time if that is possible.

First time at The Alchemists Garden and what a great experience! They truly have an eclectic menu, great vibe and awesome service staff. Nick was our server. He was so kind, very knowledgeable about the menu, and had great recommendations. We tried the popcorn, bread and butter, duck Chalupa, duck pasta, and the croquettes as well as the shrimp. Can't wait for our next visit!

I'm a bit obsessed with The Alchemist's Garden. They serve some of the most creative cocktails in town within an enchanting atmosphere. All the greenery in the bar and back patio makes you feel like you're in a vibrant forest. The host and servers are incredibly kind and the service has been quick. Each drink is thoughtfully crafted with a twist on classic cocktails, elevating flavors and complexity. Alchemist's Gold: much like an old fashioned but with crème de banana and cinnamon 7.7.7: similar to a Cosmo, but with cardamom, orange & angostura bitters, and egg whites When Faustus Met Mateo: sun dried tomato & olive oil gin, apple & tarragon shrub mediterranean tonic Nicolas Flamel: chipotle infused tequila, fresh lime juice, lapsang, souchong tea, and agave During my last visit, I had the Turmeric Deviled Eggs, Alchemist Caesar Salad, Mushroom Medley and Bone Marrow. Everything was flavorful and delicious. I'd order all these again. Love that you don't need reservations here. Just give the host your name and number (if there's a wait) and the wait usually isn't long either.

Matt was an amazing server! He was so kind and attentive! Gave great recommendations!

This review is based on my particular visit, which took place on a Monday evening, with kids. A number of odd shortcomings amounted to a less than stellar experience. If the context of our time at The Alchemists' Garden was perhaps among adults on a weekend, it might have been a different story. We were hesitant to stay given that there were no offerings available for kids, but a waiter passing by who overheard our predicament encouraged us to stay, stating that they could modify the "duck pasta" dish to make it a simple butter noodle and assured us that "..we feed kids". After some hesitation, and given his suggestion, we decided to stay. After we settled in, we were informed that the kitchen was out of lasagna, pork chops and deviled eggs, two of the three dishes we planned to order. We placed our appetizer order of croquettes and french fries, and when we proceeded to order the modified duck pasta dish to be served as a simple butter noodle for the kids, we were informed that we would have to pay the full price of $36 even given the modification. I thought this was absurd and a bit of a misleading suggestion by the waiter in the first place. The Excelsior Chardonnay I ordered had a very bad taste to me personally, adding insult to injury. The grand finale was a curly short piece of hair on the green cloth napkin on the table that I mistook for a "tablecloth." I was completely grossed out. The atmosphere was beautiful and the patrons were an eclectic mix spanning cultures and ages. There were a handful of interesting dogs in the outdoor patio seating area. The cream corn risotto dish was just ok. Definitely not worth our visit. The Skirt Steak was underwhelming. I am saddened to have to give The Alchemists' Garden such a low rating but it was surely a comedy of errors on our visit. The menu was beautiful. Weird occult vibes.

One of my highlights during our trip to Paso Robles. Our reservation was for 7:30 and we were seated immediately upon arrival. The high ceiling and plants creates a very alluring atmosphere. The waitress was very knowledgeable about the menu and had detailed recommendations ready for both the food and drinks based on our interests. I loved how the cocktail I got was unique--almost savory, quite complex. Favorites of mine were the croquettes, which were well fried, the burrata crostini, which was a reasonable portion and fresh tasting with the strawberries and the toasted hunks of bread, and the brûléed banana split dessert--so decadent and the toasted banana was delicious! A must visit here in Paso Robles.

What a unique restaurant name! My visit to Paso Robles definitely included a stop here. Loved the decor and vibe in this restaurant. The menus were so beautiful and fun to look at. The service was great. He was very attentive and gave us great recommendations on dinner.

We made a family trip to Paso to get away for the weekend, pick up some wine from various wine clubs, and go out to dinner. While Alchemists' Garden seems to be famous for their cocktails, after having a big day of wine tasting, we elected to go with water and just get food. The food overall was pretty good. The Pork Chop is what they are famous for and it was well flavored and tasty. The Tiger Prawns were also very good. We got the Corn Risotto which was OK, but not the best. The Duck Pasta was also good, but I would have liked more noodles. Everything with the food was fine except the Pork Chop. As we started cutting it closer to the bone, the food started getting more rare / raw. As we got to the thicker part by the bone, it literally looked raw. We asked out waitress if this was normal and her first reaction was the it was. Then she came back 2 min later and said she would like to show it to the chef to make sure. The chef did say that it was undercooked, and said he would like to make it again. By the point, we were a bit full, so didn't really want to eat another one. She did offer us a banana split for dessert, which was nice though. There was always room for dessert, and the the banana split was very good! Probably would have been better to just take the pork chop off the bill, but I didn't want to make a big deal about it. Ambiance for the place is nice. It's in a good location and feels like an "Alchemists' Garden"

A great late night eatery with a lot of drinks to choose from. The food is uniquely paired (ex: Duck Pasta) and is presented in a picture perfect Instagram worthy presentation. My only complaint is the "Pop corn your way". The waitress mentioned her favorite flavor is cheesy herb so that's what we got. It wasn't cheesy at all. The flavor is movie butter with some truffle oil and the herb has a very light taste. Ambience is really good.. and the host is very good at what he does. Food came out fast enough that we had a good conversation with our party but not to long that we waited forever to eat. Great for dates and hanging out with your friends who want to try different drinks.