Recommendation List

A hand curated list of some of our favorites. Enjoy!

What to do and where to do it..

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SAY CHEESE: Black Market Cheese Co, our friends and neighbors who share our passion for local and artisanal products. Located just around the corner from Stay on the Vineyard in Paso Robles, they offer cheese tasting and farm tours that will delight your senses and enrich your knowledge. Walk or drive over and discover the secrets of their amazing cheeses, made with fresh milk from their own herd of goats and sheep. Whether you prefer a creamy brie, a tangy blue, or a sharp cheddar, you will find something to suit your taste at Black Market Cheese Co. TAP HERE to make a reservation for tasting or a tour

Sight Seeing at its best!

Bruce Munro: Light at Sensorio

The world’s largest installation of Field of Light, nestled in the beautiful hills of Paso Robles. It is accompanied by Light Towers (made from over 17,000 wine bottles).

Enjoy a unique walk-through experience with live music, food and beverage, and more!

*As a preferred partner of Sensorio, we offer our guests a discount code to book their excursion to Sensorio. You'll receive this code when booking*

Friends of the Elephant Seals Rookery
This is on HWY 1 seven miles north of San Simeon on the California Central Coast.

Hearst Castle
One of California’s premier visitor attractions and premiere historical monuments.

Wine / Beer Tasting

Reservations are recommended, each winery will have different options, so feel free to do your research

Al Lago - located in Tin City, and one of the area's premier winemakers Guillaume Fabre
- *guests receive a 2-for-1 tasting with their stay ($25 value)
Stilson Cellars - Conveniently located downtown, easy walking distance to everywhere.
- *guests receive a 2-for-1 tasting with their stay* ($20 value)
Cordant Winery
- guests receive 2 complimentary tastings ($50 value)
LXV Winery – By appointment only "Named top 10 wine experiences" it’s a must!
- *guests receive 2 complimentary spice pairings ($30 value)
Cal Coast Beer - 2-for-1 Pint included with your stay ($8 value)
Santellan Vineyards – Just 7 mins away- Santellan Vineyards welcomes you to a memorable experience on Paso Robles north end. Our family-owned & operated winery offers wine tasting, photoesque views of rolling hills, and a curated shop with a selection of tasty sourced treats with a boutique of handmade California-sourced products.
- *guests receive a 2-for-1 tasting with their stay* ($15 value)
Optio Vineyards - A micro-boutique wine label focusing on terroir-driven wines from the Paso Robles region. Troy and Michelle LaMar are the owner-operators of the LaMar Vineyard and the Optio Vineyard wines.
Copia - We invite you to experience Anita and Varinder Sahi's tireless passion for premium winemaking, cutting-edge viticulture, and warm hospitality in equal measure. Copia's Adelaida Vineyard Estate offers a lux oasis for you to enjoy a signature wine flight of premium wines with a curated culinary pairing. The 60-90 minute in-depth experience takes place in our modern Tasting Room and cozy Outdoor Patio areas (weather permitting).
Graveyard Vineyards- Don’t let the name fool you. One of the prettiest views on the East Side. Picnic friendly and no reservations required. Very close by.
TOP WINERY – by appointment, Stanley & Elena are the owners – hands down our favorite winery in Paso!
Wine Merchant – Wine Shop, Bar & Restaurant offering local and sustainably-farmed wines, farm-to-table food, artisanal cheese boards, and Paso Robles wines on Tap

Transportation:

Toast Tours - Offering social group experiences of the world-class Paso Robles wine country and the extravagant Hearst Castle, as well as private group tours throughout the California wine region. With Toast Tours you’ll enjoy digging deeper into the area and the wine, and will go home with the memory of a lifetime.

Let them put their years of tour experience and wine knowledge to work for you and create a truly exceptional and unforgettable day in Paso Robles. We look forward to toasting with you soon! (805) 400-3141

Central Coast Transportation is a luxury, boutique-style transportation company that specializes in wine tours, brewery and spirit tours, corporate transportation, airport services, and wedding transportation. Elevate the way you celebrate with Central Coast Transportation!

Phone- (805)400-5218

Restaurants:

Michelin Guide Restaurants:

In Bloom – a laid-back vibe with an energetic feel offering warm hospitality, great food and drink presented on shared plates, and rock ‘n’ roll playing on the turntable. The menu is traditional California cuisine with an emphasis on supporting local farms & farmers. The thoughtfully curated wine list, local beers, and CBD craft cocktails
The Hatch –Hatch is a simple rotisserie and bar located just off the town square in beautiful downtown Paso Robles wine country. Fueled by wood fire, small batch whiskey, and a bustling atmosphere full of mingling locals and visitors. The restaurant is intimate and indoor seating is a mix of banquettes, high wood tables, and tall backed stools at the bar for those who like front-row interaction with some of the best in the cocktail biz.
Les Petites Canailles - Courtney and Julien Asseo have named this Paso Robles restaurant in honor of their three children (the name translates to "the little rascals") but this welcoming spot with a spot-on kitchen is more head of the class than detention bound. Set smack in the heart of downtown, the space's pressed concrete floors, simple furnishings and Edison lights read contemporary. Meals begin with a warm gougère before moving on to a selection of hearty appetizers. The menu features several entrées, though most eyes land on the perfectly cooked steaks.

Need something more Paso?

Jeffrey’s Wine Country BBQ – Lunch or dinner...very casual, excellent tri-tip and beef brisket sandwiches, award-winning mac, and cheese! (10% off Gift Card included with your stay)
Dos Hermanos - Best hole-in-the-wall Mexican. (Breakfast The Best Verde Breakfast Burrito) Lunch & Dinner are served as well. A great option for pick up to enjoy on our property.
Momotara Ramen - One of the best ramen houses ever. We love the Vegetarian Ramen and add spicy ground chicken.

Brunch - Amazing breakfast place! I love their chorizo burrito and avocado toast.
Somms Kitchen
A very special and unique restaurant. Reservations are required as it is one seating, communal style per night. Chef Ian, walks the group through courses of food that are paired with wines. He explains the food, the preparation, the wine and the regions and wine-making methods. www.sommskitchen.com open most Thursdays – Sundays only.
The Range
One of our favorite steakhouses, its a little bit of a drive but worth every minute of driving. Cash or check only. Call for reservations, they will call you back. 22317 El Camino Real, Santa Margarita, CA 93453 (805) 438-4500
Fish Gaucho
VERY popular place. They do not take reservations, so it gets crowded on the weekends (noise level is high). Super fun bar as well. Theme is upscale Mexican.

Spas

River Oaks
River Oaks is a full-service spa and mineral springs. We cannot recommend this enough!

Horseback Riding

Central Coast Trail Rides
Offers many packages at either 1 hour or 1.5-hour rides through several vineyards. You meet them at the designated spot, and they provide everything, even a wine tasting!