Cane Tiki RoomA tropical tiki bar downtown — rum, tiki cocktails, and a fun island vibe. During the hot summer, I like to hang out here for the refreshing feel of the creative cocktails, and I especially enjoy the spicy green beans and Mongolian beef to go with the island vibe.
SalinaA rooftop bar atop The Piccolo Hotel — craft cocktails, wood-fired pizza, and golden-hour views over the downtown square.
Esperanza on the RooftopThis is the nicest rooftop bar in town, atop The Ava Hotel — Baja-inspired shareable plates and agave-forward cocktails, with weekend DJ nights. Such a great atmosphere. When it's just two of us, we hang out at the bar and chat with the bartender. With a larger group, we grab a lounge area and relax while catching up. Cocktails are good, and the scene is hard to replicate.
Local Hangouts
The Crimson CueA downtown pool hall with beer on tap and a relaxed, social scene — open evenings only, so it's a natural fit after dinner.
A-Town Chop ShopAxe and knife throwing in Atascadero, plus a game lounge with shuffleboard, foosball, and arcade games. Guided sessions, local beer on tap, and karaoke on select nights.
The Pour HouseLocal beer, wine, cider, and more. I go every Tuesday for their well-orchestrated trivia night, or on weekends to watch and dance to live bands in their new extension.
Club Car BarAt Templeton Mercantile, next to Pig Iron — a western-themed lounge with regular live music, Tuesday trivia, monthly karaoke, and a heated patio with a fire pit.
Live Music & Events
Vina Robles AmphitheatreA beautiful outdoor concert venue hosting top touring acts all season — wine country's premier live-music spot.
Rava WinesA striking estate that hosts concerts and live-music events among the vines — a memorable wine-country night out.
California Mid-State FairHeld every July at the Paso Robles Event Center — a major concert lineup alongside the rodeo, carnival, and classic fair fun.