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McPhee's Grill
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About
Features
CUISINES
American, Steakhouse
Meal types
Dinner
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
FEATURES
Accepts Credit Cards
Free off-street parking
Highchairs Available
Non-smoking restaurants
Parking Available
Reservations
Seating
Street Parking
Table Service
Takeout
Wheelchair Accessible
Wine and Beer
Location
Free off-street parking, Parking Available, Street Parking
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Hours
Closed today
Sunday
5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Monday
Closed
Tuesday
Closed
Wednesday
5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Thursday
5:00 pm - 8:30 pm
Friday
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
Saturday
5:00 pm - 9:00 pm
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4.5
456 reviews
Excellent
309
Very good
100
Average
34
Poor
9
Terrible
4
William F
Templeton137 contributions
Mar 2025 • couples
Great food, service, drinks, atmosphere. Open doors exactly at 5 PM, no earlier. 2 drinks, one chicken dinner, one steak dinner, split a salad, bread basket came to 160 dollars. Steak cooked exactly perfect.
Written 2 March 2025
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ROBERT B
14 contributions
Aug 2023 • solo
It’s an amazing place. I love chatting with Frank the bartender, who never forgets my name or where I live (even after I’ve been away for years). I ordered the USDA Prime Sirloin, and it was cooked a perfect medium rare and paired it with a local Zinfandel. I always love the relaxed ambience here.
Written 18 August 2023
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jassrr
Camarillo60 contributions
Feb 2023 • none
Every time we visit the Paso are we find our way to McPhees for dinner. It is consistently good in all aspects of dining. Atmosphere, service, selection, and food quality. Good selection of local wines at reasonable prices just adds to the enjoyment. It represents what Central Coast dining should be about……capturing the essence of the area.
Written 5 February 2023
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Albert Norman
Regina56 contributions
Feb 2024 • couples
Heard the double cut pork chop was a good dish. That was to say the least. It was great. Two bone on pork chops cooked thoroughly, juicy, whit a tastey sauce. You are actually getting a small roast. It may not be available every night but if you can, order this dish. You won't regret it.
Written 5 March 2024
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sfcvacations
Walnut Creek77 contributions
Jul 2024 • couples
Had dinner last evening. The Salmon turning the rice was dry. The $16 dollar artichoke was pretty good.the cheese cake dessert was a complete joke. Very overpriced. Really not good
Written 1 July 2024
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a-travelin-foodie
United States1067 contributions
Aug 2023 • couples
Went on the advice of a winemaker. When we arrived, we were a bit nervous because of the plastic tablecloths, but no need to be. Truly, one of the most tender and flavorful porkchops we've had in forever; certainly better than mine! Because of the size of that, we also shared what we thought would be a smaller dish, the mushroom ravioli, which was also cooked perfectly and nice flavor combos. We had started with the artichoke (typical steamed and flash grilled for that char flavor), and of course the basket of tasty breads came as a starter, so we had ravioli leftover. Way too full for desert. Love that they have local wines for reasonable prices. Our waitress was wonderful - friendly and helpful. Plenty of tables inside, though reservations were pretty booked up, so don't wait to decide when you'll go. Limited parking directly adjacent.
Written 6 August 2023
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Selder-Travel
Huntington Beach93 contributions
Mar 2022 • none
Came back to McPhee's on our first night in Cambria last week. An excellent experience from start to finish... We weren't starving, so ordered a chicken tortilla soup, a shrimp salad and a salmon entree, and they were so nice & split it all on two plates for us! And Templeton is a cute, small town with that giant grain elevator. Very cool.
Written 12 March 2022
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Mike Post
132 contributions
Nov 2023 • family
Casual dining in an excellent atmosphere. Ian McPhee, the chef, is a long time fixture in the SLO area and his menu here does not disappoint. Mainstream items but eclectic prepared with great presentations and taste. Great and unique salads. I had the best swordfish steak ever here.
Written 9 November 2023
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Don W
Paso Robles127 contributions
Jan 2020 • none
McPhee's is a longtime locals' favorite for excellently prepared dining, drink and a fun, family friendly environment. Whether you try their famous thick and tender grilled pork chop with apricot & ancho chile glaze, juicy steaks, perfectly prepared seafood or salads, you won't regret it. And the desserts aren't bad either. With a full bar and fine local Paso Robles wines, pick your drink(s) to accompany the dining and it will be a dinner to be remembered. Prices are fairly high for the area but worth it (you can see their menu online I believe). McPhee's should not be missed if you live in the area or just visiting and wine touring,
Written 26 January 2020
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Bordeaux&castles
Santa Monica578 contributions
May 2022 • none
First time we dined here was in 2008. Went back this weekend and it was delightful and the food was delicious as I remembered. The burger was generous and juicy...I ordered the ravioli except I changed out the pasta and it was perfect with asparagus, olive oil, mushrooms and burrata cheese. We enjoyed a few glasses of wine, sat by the window and our server was friendly. Great spot if you're in the area of Templeton!
Written 23 May 2022
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Greg H
Atascadero156 contributions
Jul 2022 • couples
We debated between 2 stars and 3. We used to love this place, especially for lunch (no longer available), but tonight’s experience was not at all comparable to how McPhee’s used to be. We settled for 3 stars because the have service was good, but the food was just OK and poor value for the money. We had the macadamia-crusted salmon, which used to be superb, of the highest quality and imaginatively presented. This time: mediocre in quality - I suspect it was sockeye - and served with a dollop of mash and another dollop of coleslaw. Everything seems to be prepared with less care. Not planning to return.
Written 15 July 2022
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wineloverlisa
Boulder159 contributions
Oct 2022 • none
Our last night in the Paso area and we had failed to make reservations. Called a couple places and then remembered Maribeth at Doce Robles had recommended McPhees and they could get us in. They were very busy but could not have been nicer. Cute saloon atmosphere in a very cute little town with a huge grain elevator in the center. Every single morsel we ordered was AHmazing! We were blown away. We started with a roasted garlic goat cheese, to die for. Hubby and I split the salmon and it melted in our mouths. Slaw and Garlic mashed potatoes were equally delicious. Our friends got Jambalaya and were blown away. We all split a chocolate dessert. Will absolutely be back the next time we are in the area. I wish I had photos but we gobbled everything down too fast!
Written 18 October 2022
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Alexandra B
5 contributions
Jun 2019 • family
The best food ever. My husband and i used to come to this wonderful place every week on a date night Will never forget the wonderful food and people who work there. Ian is amazing and special as a person. And his son max. Will never forget this restaurant. It is a magical place.
Written 5 May 2020
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mjke1
Irvine131 contributions
Dec 2021 • none
It was so nice to spend Christmas Eve with friends at a restaurant that we all love.
What a special treat.
Our dinners were outstanding! Filet Mignon, Tempura Shrimp, Ribeye, Salads & of course, dessert, Creme Brulee & a Sundae. The wines were very good as well.
The presentation & attention to detail were great.
Our server was very attentive, always checking on us.
We look forward to returning in May.
Written 2 January 2022
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mjke1
Irvine131 contributions
May 2021 • none
My husband & I haven't been here in a very long time. So many restaurants to try in Paso Robles, Cambria & Templeton.
We were not disappointed. The atmosphere is nice & the staff are spot on, very attentive.
For starters, my husband had the Ian's salad of mixed greens with cocktail shrimp & a balsamic vinegar dressing. I had the Iceberg Wedge, which was out of this world. Cut into thirds so you aren't fighting the wedge, great presentation. The bread was warm & tasty.
For dinner, my husband had the ribeye, mashed potatoes & vegetables. I had the ravioli which was awesome! Large ravioli's stuffed with cheese & topped with spinach, mushrooms & tomatoes in a light sauce.
For dessert, we had Creme Brulee which was fantastic, not to sweet.
Our dinners were out of this world! We look forward to returning in the future.
Written 15 May 2021
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