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Ciao Papi Poolside Restaurant + Bar at River Lodge - Ciao Papi, Paso Robles, CA

Ciao Papi

4.7 (69)
$30 and under
American
1955 Theatre Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446-9651

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today

About this restaurant

  • Great for outdoor dining
  • Charming
  • Innovative
Drenched in sunshine and style, Ciao Papi is a poolside restaurant + cocktail bar at the swankified River Lodge hotel in Paso Robles wine country. The California-Italian kitchen serves up craft eats + drinks designed by the culinary team behind the beloved Bistro + Nightcap at Granada Hotel in San Luis Obispo.

Always al-fresco. Open to the public.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Italian, Cocktail Bar
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    Daniel Horn

Offers

  • Margherita Mondays

    Multiple dates available
    Mon - 5:00 PM - 8:45 PM
    A deal that makes Mondays double the fun! Every Monday at Ciao Papi, enjoy: $12 Margaritas — classic lime, guava, passionfruit, spicy jalapeño, or strawberry $18 Margherita Pizzas - housemade 36-hour sourdough crust with vodka sauce, fresh mozzarella, roma tomatoes, basil, and chili honey drizzle

    Margherita Mondays Photo
  • Steak Florentine Dinner Special

    Multiple dates available
    Thu - 5:00 PM - 8:45 PM
    Every Thursday, treat yourself and someone special to a traditional Tuscan staple — Steak Florentine. Ciao Papi’s $85 meal serves two and includes a 16oz Ribeye with two signature sides.

    Steak Florentine Dinner Special Photo

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What 69 people are saying

Ciao Papi reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.6Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.9Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Great for brunch

  • California Central Coast

    Kid-friendly

  • California Central Coast

    Hot spot

  • California Central Coast

    Great for outdoor dining

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Ambiance

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Innovative

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Good for groups

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Hot spot

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Great for outdoor dining

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Lively

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Ciao Papi offers a "unique setting near the spectacular pool," with "amazing drinks" and "wonderful food." Guests praise the "attentive service" and delightful atmosphere, enhanced by a "70s retro feel" and poolside dining. The "pizza crust is delicious," and the staff ensures a memorable dining experience.
69 Reviews
  1. Tom

    San Francisco Bay Area7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 20, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Unique setting near the spectacular pool, amazing drinks, wonderful food, and attentive service!

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  2. Teresa

    California Central Coast11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on July 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Afternoon noshes on a beautiful day. We were a party of three. Ate mostly from the starters menu but also shared a pizza (pig and fig). Everything was delicious. We all had non-alcoholic beverages (sans spritz were delicious) and were able to sit and chat without feeling rushed.

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  3. Barbara VIP

    Los Angeles10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on July 5, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing place! Great food and beautiful location. Very exotic, our experience was wonderful. Will go back.

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  4. Melanie

    San Francisco Bay Area12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our birthday lunch was delightful! Our waitress was attentive, the drinks from the bar were delicious and the food was spectacular. I can't wait to return!!!

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  5. Nicole

    Fresno / San Joaquin Valley1 review

    4.0

    Dined on June 28, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The cocktails and burger were great but the lettuce wraps were a disappointment, no flavor at all. The pool is pretty cool and the restaurant itself is a fun vibe! The service was quick and friendly. Seems like it just needs a little more time for the restaurant to get traction and they’ll do well.

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  6. sharon

    Las Vegas5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I love the outdoor ambiance by the pool. I met a friend for lunch we both said we would come back.

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  7. Amy

    New York City1 review

    5.0

    Dined on June 15, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    EDIT: At the invitation of the management, I returned for a second pool and music experience this weekend and was very impressed by the improvement in only a few short weeks. The service was on point - I was checked on frequently and served with speed and friendliness. My meal - the burger - was also very good, cooked perfectly on delicious ciabatta. Their fries are more like potato wedges and seasoned just right. Just as last time, the ambiance was perfect; the DJ music added nicely to the afternoon, and it was an excellent way to spend a Saturday during the 4th of July weekend without the crowds. I came for the first pool and music experience that River Lodge and Ciao Papi hosted this past Sunday. I have dined here multiple times in the past and have always appreciated the ambience and the food. I think for a first attempt at a new experience, this event was an overall success. The musician was lovely and the ambience around the pool is always perfect. Unfortunately, the service left a lot to be desired. My order was forgotten, and then lost, and wasn’t noticed until I inquired about it nearly an hour later. I was really excited to get the pesto sandwich again, but sadly it had been taken off the menu, so I ordered the chicken Caesar salad, which was made in haste once they forgot about it and was very subpar – all lettuce and chicken with a few bits of cheese at the bottom. And I was double charged, by accident of course, for my pool pass and meal, a charge which is still hanging on my account 4 days later. I will definitely be returning, but I think I will wait until they dial in their poolside experience a little bit better.

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  8. Michelle

    California Central Coast6 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service. We had a very nice and attentive waitress. Food was good but not wow. We were there for a 50th bday celebration and they offered a free birthday dessert.

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  9. Mike VIP

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 6, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Delicious food !! Service is top level ! Drinks perfectly made

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  10. Janet VIP

    San Francisco Bay Area13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The food and atmosphere was outstanding. Their pizza crust is delicious. Love the poolside dining. Cute remodel of an old motel location.

    1 person found this helpful

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Ciao Papi is rated 4.7 stars by 69 OpenTable diners.

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  2. United States
  3. California Central Coast
  4. San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles
  5. Paso Robles

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 4 times today
Google Map for Ciao Papi

1955 Theatre Dr, Paso Robles, CA 93446-9651

Additional information

  • Neighborhood
    Paso Robles
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Fri 11:00 am–5:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 5:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    American, Italian, Cocktail Bar
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Hotel Parking
  • Executive chef
    Daniel Horn
  • Additional
    Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Weekend Brunch, Wine
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