Dining at Artisan made for a very enjoyable evening. From the friendly reception upon entering and through the meal, service was professional and paced well by friendly experienced staff. There were four of us and each had different entrees. All of us thought their choices were top notch. My wife had the halibut and I had the wild boar tenderloin... More

Artisan is the restaurant that you wish were down the street in your home town. Not too fancy, not too plain. With the freshest ingredients direct from the farm. We ate there for lunch during the week, so the crowds were subdued and the wait staff was attentive. Our group had everything from salads to hamburgers and all had the... More

I went to Artisan Sunday night with my husband and two friends to celebrate my birthday. I ordered the flank steak and it was terrible! It was tough and over cooked even though I requested it to be cooked medium rare. Our server (the pregnant one that is due in Sept) asked us when our food was just served if... More

Since we were only spending one night in Paso Robles we were looking for a restaurant with fine dining. The innkeepers at the B & B had suggested a few restaurants and the Artisan was one of them. Once we viewed the Artisan’s website we knew that was our choice. I’m glad we made reservations because the restaurant was completely... More

I frequently go to restaurants and it has been a long while since I've been so pleasantly surprised by the food. Everything was spot on: a very clever combination of flavors and textures, the temperature at which everything was served and the presentation. Besides a very good service. They were knowledgeable about the wines and were helpful with the description... More

Food was simple, yet divine with amazing layers of flavor. We went later on a Sunday evening, avoiding any crowds. Atmosphere was inviting, upscale without being stuffy. Will definitely return!

Excellent food. A little on the trendy/nouvelle side but a good menu. We both got steak (hanger and skirt) and they were both tender and delicious. The service was excellent as well.

Excellent food, wine and service. We stop at Artisan whenever we are anywhere even close to Paso. Whatever your style there is something for you. Kale/duck salad, burger, bacon tatter tots, cheese plate, home made sorbets, wine, locally source ingredients, lunch or dinner this restaurant never disappoints. Look for their new Paso location in June 2013!

This was my third dinner, in this intimate and stylish restaurant. It has views if the kitchen and the street outside (on June 1 that outside view will be of the park, with their new location). The food is local and fresh, but also innovative. They offer wonderful wines, both bottles and by the glass, many from the central coast,... More