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Il Cortile Ristorante, Paso Robles, CA

Il Cortile Ristorante

4.8
4.8
4217 Reviews
$50 and over
Italian

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 13 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
Welcome to Il Cortile Ristorante, Downtown Paso Robles' newest fine dining Italian restaurant. We invite you to join us to enjoy our seasonal menus created with the freshest ingredients available sourced by our surrounding local and regional landscapes by Executive Chef Santos MacDonal, providing a melody of exceptional homemade pastas, fresh seafood, top quality meats and antipasti. A top destination for exquisite wines, picturesque landscapes and beautiful weather, Paso Robles provides the perfect pairing for Il Cortile's rustic Italian fine dining.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (805) 226-0300
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Santos MacDonal
  • Private party facilities
    We offer seating for private parties in our courtyard.
  • Area
    Paso Robles
  • Cross Street
    Spring Street
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,217 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Italian

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Overall

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Food

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Service

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Ambience

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Value

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Innovative

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Neighbourhood gem

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Great for fine wines

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Romantic

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Good for special occasions

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Il Cortile Ristorante offers an exceptional dining experience in Paso Robles, renowned for its "amazing food" and "impeccable service." Guests rave about dishes like the osso buco, truffle risotto, and beef carpaccio. The elegant ambiance and knowledgeable staff create a memorable visit. "A must if you are in Paso Robles."

4,217 Reviews
  1. Angela

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    2.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    Had reservations for 2 mos, for special occasions. They set us at a table tat was almost IN THE KITCHEN. They acted like we were putting them out. Took forever to get service. Server had add...totally distracted. Special was Cilean Seabass. Horrible. First food I'd EVER sent back. Never offered an option. Was totally put out by us. Was so disappointed. Use to love them. Don't was your money.

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  2. Z

    Tampa3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food and amazing service. Really a lovely experience.

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  3. Mike

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Everything was well prepared and was very tasty. We were very satisfied by the food and service.

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  4. Saundra VIP

    Baltimore33 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything was delicious. Service was excellent. Will definitely come back.

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  5. MattH

    Tucson22 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic all around. Food from appetizer to dessert was excellent.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    El Paso1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and service. We had the lamb chops, branzino fish and ravioli that were very good. The best was the caprese salad!

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  7. Kimberley VIP

    Central Coast25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a wonderful restaurant & we have always enjoyed our experiences here.

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  8. Lynelle

    Sacramento30 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We eat here every time we come to Paso. Fantastic food - delicious taste and unique flavors. Wonderful service with superb attention to detail. Fabulous wine list.

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  9. Janet VIP

    Palm Springs166 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We brought our friends for a new experience. The veal chop was cooked to perfection with amazing sauce. The lamb ribs were by far the best I have had. Succulent, flavorful and cooked perfectly. All perfect.

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  10. Mark VIP

    Los Angeles51 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 2 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    IL Cortile is always excellent and this visit was no exception. The food, the service and atmosphere are all perfect. It’s my favorite restaurant in Paso!

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Il Cortile Ristorante is rated 4.8 stars by 4217 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 13 times today
Google Map for Il Cortile Ristorante

608 12th St., Paso Robles, CA 93446

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Spring Street
  • Area
    Paso Robles
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Italian
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Street Parking
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Santos MacDonal
  • Additional
    Beer, Corkage Fee, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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