EMRE invites you to indulge in an extraordinary culinary journey, where bold, innovative flavors meet the artistry of timeless techniques. Featuring locally sourced ingredients inspired by the vibrant Mediterranean coastline, our menu is thoughtfully crafted to delight the senses. Each dish is paired with world-class wines, handcrafted cocktails, and aperitifs, curated to enhance every bite.Join us for dinner, available five nights a week, or savor our exquisite weekend brunch. Our full-service bar offers carry-out during regular hours of operation. Reservations are highly recommended to ensure the best experience.
Hours
| Saturday | 5–10 PM |
| Sunday | 10 AM–2 PM |
| Monday | Closed |
| Tuesday | 5–9 PM |
| Wednesday | 5–9 PM |
| Thursday | 5–9 PM |
| Friday | 5–10 PM |
Address and Contact Information
Address: 944 Pine St, Paso Robles, CA 93446
Phone: (805) 400-6090
Website: https://www.emrepasorobles.com/
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Order and Reservations
Reservations: emrepasorobles.com
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Reviews
Ethan Ray
I have dined here multiple times since they opened and it has instantly become a top-tier favorite dining experience anywhere. Their dining room itself is beautiful and comfortable, and the open concept to the kitchen is really cool, especially to be able to sit at the bar there and be near the action is very enjoyable. The food and drinks are fantastic, everything shows high talent and attention to detail in the execution and presentation, and it’s wonderful to go to a high-end and elegant restaurant like this, where you not only get a worthwhile experience in both food and service, but you can also feel comfortable and welcome with an approachable menu and staff. This is a wonderful dining experience that is very exciting, welcome and important for our area.
… moreLaura S
Amazing dinner! We were 1/3 local and 2/3 out of towners looking for high quality and healthy leaning dinner! This was the perfect spot! The salad was large and full of different flavors (feta, olives, radish, pomegranate, pistachios) and absolutely delicious! The hummus was incredible and I’m a bit snobby with hummus, since I make my own. Pita to go with it was warm and delicious and crudités were crispy and fresh. Octopus appetizer was delicious. Falafel was light and crispy and not overly dense. Carrots were lightly sweet and spicy and full of flavor. Potatoes were incredible with that delicious garlic tume. Cabbage vegetarian dish was wonderful, though a tad salty. Fettuccine with crab was also delicious. Everything was wonderful and I would order it all again. Large servings that are definitely good for sharing. Maisie was a wonderful server and really helped us with our choices and took great care of us! They were very accommodating to our dietary restrictions! We will definitely be back!
… moreJessica Otter
We LOVE a restaurant that is unique yet still hits the mark when it comes to taste and service. This is not your typical faire and each dish is well prepared and presented well. The atmosphere is chic and fun, fancy but not snobby! The drinks are OFF THE HOOK (bartender Jillian is a master crafter!) and the wine list is impressive. The service is impeccible. If you are a person who appreciates the little details you will love this experience! Everything from how they serve the beverages and food, to caring for your utensils and napkins- its above and beyond. This is a place that strives for unreasobale hospitality and we will be back! Thank you to all the staff we had tonight, Kerby, Bella, and Jillian!
… moreRon
Enjoyed EMRE last nite for the first time. The Atmosphere, wine and most of the food was outstanding. The exception was the Etto Lump Crab pasta…..it was one of the worst dishes I’ve had. First, there was little if any crab meat and second its taste was of old dish-water. I immediately sent it back thinking it would be removed from my bill…..wrong on my part to assume, because it wasn’t. It’s my fault that I didn’t review the bill until this morning. In addition, it being our first time their I would have thought our server (who was very polite) would have guided us in the amount of food we should order. We had the Roasted Baby Beet salad (the best I’ve ever had), the Prawn Souvlakis (amazing), then the catch of the day (delicious) and the Etto Fettuccini Lump Crab pasta. Before our server submitted the order, we asked if we had ordered properly and was it too much? They responded, no….well it was enough food to serve 6 to 8 vs. just the two of us. Would I be back, yes…..
… moreDan Penkauskas
We went to Emre at The Ava Hotel for the first time last night, New Year’s Eve, and had an outstanding experience. All four of us loved everything. (Background note: Both couples moved to Paso over ten years ago specifically for its rural location and the wine country vibe, so this type of restaurant is right in our wheelhouse).
Firstly, the hotel and restaurant are beautiful in a elegant and spare style, not fussy or ostentatiously ornate. The large lobby was packed with folks out on the town for New Year’s Eve – too bad the rain put a damper on the bonfire in the park.
We were quickly seated and our drinks arrived in only moments. We had both a server and an assistant server wait on us. Both were charming and very knowledgeable about the food choices and the amount to order. This was helpful due to the abundance small plates and food for the table that may have otherwise been confusing.
Between the four of us we ordered the lamb kefka, the charred octopus, Moroccan carrots, crispy potatoes, whole branzino, and the Souvlakis with beef and prawn skewers. The only thing I didn’t personally try was the branzino, but was assured by our friends that it was excellent too.
The kefka, octopus, carrots, branzino, and Souvlakis were all grilled over a wood fire giving them a smoky charred flavor.
All the items I ate were spicy in both senses of meaning – highly seasoned with wonderful complex Middle Eastern flavors and fairly hot spicy too. This was surprising as I had not experienced hot spicy in Middle Eastern food before. I love how the chef made this rather bold choice in seasoning and hope this trend continues in the future should the menu evolve over time.
The background noise and lighting were both spot on. Even though there are lots of hard surfaces to reflect noise, you could describe it as lively and not excessive. All four of us could converse easily. The lighting was similarly dialed in properly – subdued, but no one felt the need to light up a menu with a phone.
Emre is an excellent destination for fine dining. Certainly unique in Paso Robles, I’m pretty sure nothing quite like it (food-wise) is available in either San Francisco or LA. If you like different assertive flavors, this is the place for you.
… moreFirstly, the hotel and restaurant are beautiful in a elegant and spare style, not fussy or ostentatiously ornate. The large lobby was packed with folks out on the town for New Year’s Eve – too bad the rain put a damper on the bonfire in the park.
We were quickly seated and our drinks arrived in only moments. We had both a server and an assistant server wait on us. Both were charming and very knowledgeable about the food choices and the amount to order. This was helpful due to the abundance small plates and food for the table that may have otherwise been confusing.
Between the four of us we ordered the lamb kefka, the charred octopus, Moroccan carrots, crispy potatoes, whole branzino, and the Souvlakis with beef and prawn skewers. The only thing I didn’t personally try was the branzino, but was assured by our friends that it was excellent too.
The kefka, octopus, carrots, branzino, and Souvlakis were all grilled over a wood fire giving them a smoky charred flavor.
All the items I ate were spicy in both senses of meaning – highly seasoned with wonderful complex Middle Eastern flavors and fairly hot spicy too. This was surprising as I had not experienced hot spicy in Middle Eastern food before. I love how the chef made this rather bold choice in seasoning and hope this trend continues in the future should the menu evolve over time.
The background noise and lighting were both spot on. Even though there are lots of hard surfaces to reflect noise, you could describe it as lively and not excessive. All four of us could converse easily. The lighting was similarly dialed in properly – subdued, but no one felt the need to light up a menu with a phone.
Emre is an excellent destination for fine dining. Certainly unique in Paso Robles, I’m pretty sure nothing quite like it (food-wise) is available in either San Francisco or LA. If you like different assertive flavors, this is the place for you.
C R
A great addition to Paso Robles food scene! It has a lovely ambience for dining. A great beverage selection from wines, cocktails, to mocktails. But I have to highlight the food as I’m a foodie.
So one great thing is that most of the menu is perfect for sharing, which I enjoy with a meal so you can talk about the dishes together. I think it’s a great spot for couples to groups of 6.
•Starters•
-A standout was the crudo! Oh my goodness, get the seasonal crudo. We got it when it was hamachi. I was only bummed that I had to share with the rest of the table. So well executed.
-Love any of the dips with the fluffiest, puffiest pita. The hummus & baba ghanoush are creamy and flavorful. They put crispy elements on top like chickpeas on the hummus which break up the smooth texture. Love it!
-The pea falafels are so yummy. Perfectly fried and served with a tzatziki and pickled onions.
-Crispy potatoes are perfectly done also and the harissa sauce makes you go back for more.
•Mains•
-The souvlakis are seasoned and cooked wonderfully. I love that they grill it and it’s hard to pick a favorite, but the fantastic cook on the prawns and dipping with tzatziki was a happy place.
-Beef Cheek Tagine is cozy, and a whole mood. The spices are perfect. The meat tender. And the couscous with the hint of lemon a great accompaniment.
•Dessert•
-If you save room, I loved the deconstructed cheesecake. The crispy kadaifi is such a smart idea to bring in a Mediterranean flare to the cheesecake instead of graham crackers. Also, they understand texture here and I really appreciate it.
I highly recommend giving Emre an evening of your time to enjoy some classics refreshed with culinary vision. Chef Casey stopped to talk to us and he is such a genuine person, which translates to his food.
… moreSo one great thing is that most of the menu is perfect for sharing, which I enjoy with a meal so you can talk about the dishes together. I think it’s a great spot for couples to groups of 6.
•Starters•
-A standout was the crudo! Oh my goodness, get the seasonal crudo. We got it when it was hamachi. I was only bummed that I had to share with the rest of the table. So well executed.
-Love any of the dips with the fluffiest, puffiest pita. The hummus & baba ghanoush are creamy and flavorful. They put crispy elements on top like chickpeas on the hummus which break up the smooth texture. Love it!
-The pea falafels are so yummy. Perfectly fried and served with a tzatziki and pickled onions.
-Crispy potatoes are perfectly done also and the harissa sauce makes you go back for more.
•Mains•
-The souvlakis are seasoned and cooked wonderfully. I love that they grill it and it’s hard to pick a favorite, but the fantastic cook on the prawns and dipping with tzatziki was a happy place.
-Beef Cheek Tagine is cozy, and a whole mood. The spices are perfect. The meat tender. And the couscous with the hint of lemon a great accompaniment.
•Dessert•
-If you save room, I loved the deconstructed cheesecake. The crispy kadaifi is such a smart idea to bring in a Mediterranean flare to the cheesecake instead of graham crackers. Also, they understand texture here and I really appreciate it.
I highly recommend giving Emre an evening of your time to enjoy some classics refreshed with culinary vision. Chef Casey stopped to talk to us and he is such a genuine person, which translates to his food.
Russ Hanush
I hate leaving bad reviews, but you deserve to be warned off of this one.
Ambiance:0
Food:2
Service:-5
Prices:0
Integrity:-10
First off, the background music was so loud we couldn’t hear each other talk across a table for two.
The food was bland. My Etto pasta dish tasted like they just threw pasta on a plate straight out of the pot and slopped some butter on it. The best part was a pretty basic endive salad.
The service was horrible. The restaurant wasn’t even half full when we got there, and it was only about 60% full by the time we left. We ordered a second round of drinks just before they brought our main course, and they didn’t arrive until after we were done. Parmessan wasn’t even offered with my Etto pasta dish, and when I asked for it they acted like they’d never heard of parmessan on pasta. I didn’t want to eat my main course cold, so after waiting a while I just started eating without the parmessan. By the time they brought it I was more than 3/4 done.
The prices started out a bit high for a restaurant like this. Then, we ordered an upgrade from a single shot of well tequilla to top shelf tequilla. When the bill came, they had charged us $22 on a $12 drink just for the upgrade. There was no mention that they were going to almost TRIPLE THE PRICE for that little upgrade. They took full advantage of us without any warning.
All in all, I have to say that this is the worst restaurant experience in Paso Robles.
… moreAmbiance:0
Food:2
Service:-5
Prices:0
Integrity:-10
First off, the background music was so loud we couldn’t hear each other talk across a table for two.
The food was bland. My Etto pasta dish tasted like they just threw pasta on a plate straight out of the pot and slopped some butter on it. The best part was a pretty basic endive salad.
The service was horrible. The restaurant wasn’t even half full when we got there, and it was only about 60% full by the time we left. We ordered a second round of drinks just before they brought our main course, and they didn’t arrive until after we were done. Parmessan wasn’t even offered with my Etto pasta dish, and when I asked for it they acted like they’d never heard of parmessan on pasta. I didn’t want to eat my main course cold, so after waiting a while I just started eating without the parmessan. By the time they brought it I was more than 3/4 done.
The prices started out a bit high for a restaurant like this. Then, we ordered an upgrade from a single shot of well tequilla to top shelf tequilla. When the bill came, they had charged us $22 on a $12 drink just for the upgrade. There was no mention that they were going to almost TRIPLE THE PRICE for that little upgrade. They took full advantage of us without any warning.
All in all, I have to say that this is the worst restaurant experience in Paso Robles.
Dawn Ventura
I wanted to like this place so badly. First bad experience was when we showed up at 7:50 pm on a Saturday to have a night cap in the bar and they turned us way because they were “done serving.” What a way to leave a bad taste in a local’s mouth. They’re new though so we thought we’d give them another try with a reservation. We went on a Thursday and the food and vibes were good. Service was ok. Lighting was changing every few minutes (again, I blamed it on being new). But then, we made the massive mistake of bringing my parents and family here for Christmas Eve. Without going too far into the details, the hostess was rude, the server was rude and absent, the manager was careless and it took 2 hours to get our food. The kitchen was a disaster and putting out no food. We have two very polite and patient children who sat for hours and then their pasta with butter dish was forgotten when our food finally arrived. One of my kids fell asleep at the table because we had been waiting so long. The table next to us said it took 15 minutes to get a menu. It was a horrible experience and I don’t have any desire to go back. Save yourself hundreds of dollars on a mediocre experience with rude staff and go visit one of the 10 other wonderful downtown restaurants with servers and staff who care one bit about you.
… moreKiley Ramsum
Phenomenal dinner!!!! The food was perfect and atmosphere incredible. One of the best spots in SLO county and I go out often! We will be back often!!!
… moreDee Zee
Wonderful dinner! We had the lamb kefta hummus, carrots, jidori chicken, and the octopus. Everything was delicious. I absolutely loved the hummus! Our server Maisy was so sweet and so attentive.
… more