Owners Chris and Michael Kobayashi, Artisan restaurant, Paso Robles. Copyright Chuck Place.
More than one winemaker recommended the stylish American bistro Artisan to us during our stay in Paso Robles. A joint venture of brothers Michael and Chris Kobayashi, the restaurant has a minimalist yet comfortable interior, and excellent contemporary cooking. To start, I tucked into a rich, tasty abalone tostada, served with avocado and pork-belly carnitas. And for my main, I tried the satisfying lamb chop with braised shank, carrots and a feta salsa verde. The wine list offers 26 by-the-glass choices.
ARTISAN 1401 Park Street, Paso Robles. Tel. (805) 237-8084.
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1 (800) 375-4685
Open M-F 8:30AM-5:30PM CT
