Rooster Creek Tavern

Rooster Creek Tavern

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Hours
Sun
11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Mon
11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Tue
11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Wed
11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Thu
11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Fri
11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
Sat
11:30 AM - 10:00 PM
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Ratings and reviews
4.0
4.0 of 5 bubbles

RATINGS
Food
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Service
4.3 of 5 bubbles
Value
3.7 of 5 bubbles
Atmosphere
4.1 of 5 bubbles
Food and ambience
Local cuisine, American, Bar, Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
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CUISINES
American, Bar
Special Diets
Vegetarian friendly, Gluten free options
Meals
Lunch, Dinner, Late Night, Drinks
FEATURES
Takeout, Reservations, Outdoor Seating, Seating, Parking Available, Television, Highchairs Available, Wheelchair Accessible, Serves Alcohol, Full Bar, Table Service
4.0
4.0 of 5 bubbles360 reviews
Excellent
143
Very good
144
Average
45
Poor
19
Terrible
9

Linda T
6 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2024 friends
While visiting the Central Coast, we planned to dine at a different restaurant each night. After having such a great meal the first night at Rooster Creek, we had to come back for our last night! Good wine, good food, generous portions, and impeccable service from our server Ellen, who also provided helpful recommendations regarding local wineries. We're already looking forward to our next trip!
Written April 6, 2024
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beetrvln
2274 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2024 family
Another gem located in the village of Arroyo Grande. We ended up eating here twice during our stay in the area. The first night we were seated out on the patio which was lovely, and the second night we were inside near the bar, and both were cool. The interior is really nice and has an electric vibe, the patio is quiet and peaceful. The service was great both nights, and the servers friendly and attentive. As for the food, it was delicious. The first night, Mr. B had the tuna tartare appetizer as we were eating late and didn't want anything heavy. He absolutely loved the dish, so much so, he ordered it the second night along with a cup of the clam chowder which looked thick and creamy and he devoured it. I shared the nachos with my aunt the first night and they were really good. The second night I had the mac and cheese. The pasta was al dente, and the cheese sauce, gooey, creamy and the cheese stretched which is the sign of a great cheese sauce. It was delicious and the toasted bread crumbs on top added a nice crunchy element to the dish. Highly recommend Rooster Creek. Again, another restaurant in the village and parking can be hard, but both nights we lucked out. So give it a go, you won't be disappointed.
Written June 11, 2024
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Randee51
Port Orange93 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2022 couples
Located within walking distance of Agrarian Hotel where we stayed. The service was very good, although our order if hand cut fries came out too soon, we were served a fresh order with the rest of our apps. W weren’t very hungry, so ordered 2 appetizers. I had staked bites, which were delicious. Hubby and the Meatball appetizer which was 3 nice sized meatballs in red sauce , with garlic toast. He loved it. We had a couple local draft beer. Elliott, our server, was very good!
Written November 12, 2022
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Jay S
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Dec 2024 couples
Our server was attentive and kind, the environment was clean and warm sitting outside with heaters in the winter. Food was terrible! Boxed and/or frozen? Drinks watered down and all sugar. Will Not go back.
Written December 31, 2024
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EstebanMontalban
1 contribution
2.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2020 none
Ordered a nightly "special" of mashed potatoes, pork chop, and broccoli (I think it was broccoli). Pork chop was tiny, with the portions of spuds and veggie that amounted to a spoonful each. $25 for a meal that wouldn't fill a 5-year-old's stomach. Granted, the food was delicious, but I left the restaurant almost as hungry as when I went in. Your money would be better spent at any number of restaurants on the Central Coast.
Written May 21, 2021
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Kristi
1 contribution
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Sep 2022 family
Website deceiving. Ordered for pick up. rude customer arrive on 9/23. Burned chicken wings. The truffle fries looked like I could have paid for something at McDonald’s and threw some blobs of garlic on it! Very sad presentation! Environment was also very unpleasing and rude! 1 star only because I can’t select 0
Written September 23, 2022
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Adam D
2 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Jul 2022 none
I do realize there are great reviews about this place, however, I'm going to be completely honest about our experience here. We will Never eat here again. We go to the coast 3-4 times a year and always stay in Pismo, SLO, Cayucos or Arroyo Grande. We almost always stay 2-3 days and spend lots of hard earned money. This restaurant has a great little outside area amenable to people with pets. The waiter we had came back to check on us ONE TIME. The steak was terrible with a horrible tasting sauce. Even the fries were bad. My girlfriend had some chicken that was average. This place gets a lot of nice reviews, but there are other places in the immediate area so much better, with better food, better customer service and better experience.
Written July 25, 2022
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Joseph G
5 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2024 couples
I've lived in SLO County for 37+ years, and this was our first visit to Rooster Creek Tavern. I was very impressed with the food. Well prepared and very tasty. The bottled beer was deeply cold, and that is important to me. We were promptly seated. The service was excellent. I enjoyed the sporting events on the TVs, and the spirit of the place was very good. I would return again.
Written June 2, 2024
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Dennis K
Encinitas73 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Nov 2022 none
This is one of those places you just always go back. We have family there, we eat at a few other great nearby restaurants, and yet we ALWAYS come back. Food is good, TV's are solid, and they take good care of us. Our last visit, cold outside yet we had to be there due to God blessing us with an amazing 80 lb. Bernedoodle. The area was warm from the ceiling heaters and we were very comfortable. Food is solid. Pastrami is my go-to, so good. Others had the Macaroni & Cheese, Chicken Pot Pie and the Tri-tip Dip. All very good! James our server was amazing! A true professional who knew how to serve our large group. Got the feeling he must of had some pervious experience in a more demanding venue because he saw things long before we needed them. He was a great part of our enjoying our time there.
Written December 1, 2022
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Kendu24
254 contributions
3.0 of 5 bubbles
Mar 2020 friends
My friend and I went here after testing golf clubs nearby. Cool set up with hight top tables and a bar inside with dining as well outside. I had the meatball appetizer along with a side of mac and cheese. My friend had the steak nachos. The meatballs were Angus beef which was good, but the marinara sauce on top lacked flavor. The mac and cheese was runny and had zero flavor. Hard to imagine with mac and cheese. My friends nachos were a little over cooked, with burnt chips and not enough steak. The beer selection was something to be desired, both on tap and in bottles. Maybe we didnt order their best dishes but the place has promise if the food had a little more to be desired and the beer menu was more diverse.
Written March 10, 2020
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Randolph N
Arroyo Grande134 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Aug 2021 none
We live nearby and used to go to Rooster twice a month as they had the best happy hour in all the five cities. About a year ago and they raised all the prices on happy hour items, but was still a good deal. While they still offer discounts on drinks during the happy hour time now, there are no food specials. We did order a plate of Nachos and it was huge and delicious. Food was good and the service was wonderful. We will return, but maybe once every couple of months. They do have a great outdoor eating area.
Written August 18, 2021
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607happytraveler
Oxnard63 contributions
4.0 of 5 bubbles
Jan 2020 none
We went to this town to find the "Swinging Bridge" and the roaming roosters, but also found the Rooster Creek Tavern. This is one of the few swinging bridges you will find and there is even a little one room schoolhouse at the one end of it. BEAUTIFUL roosters live below the bridge and roam around the vicinity of the bridge. Such a fun area to visit. The restaurant was closed during our first visit and so we made a repeat appearance. Although the food is "pricey", it is plentiful and enough to share. We had the pastrami sandwich and very much enjoyed it. The staff was very friendly and efficient and the food came out of the kitchen very quickly. We watched as other plates were being served and it all looked delicious.
Written January 15, 2020
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jillleann69
Ventura2 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
May 2021 business
Very much enjoyed the service and food. The atmosphere was relaxing. I dont like that almost everywhere is dog friendly bc not all are dog lovers. When they sit and beg for your meal or bark or even see the hair flying in the air it’s an appetite killer. I can’t take my child anywhere bc she is allergic to them. Also the waitress was touching and petting it then taking orders and delivering food😱I’m shook.
Written May 6, 2021
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SKSA
162 contributions
5.0 of 5 bubbles
Feb 2020 none
Excellent variety of food and gluten free options, including pizza crust made with cauliflower. (Fabulous!). No problems with special requests for picky eaters, as well. Food was amazing and beautifully presented. Service was excellent. Amazing Happy Hour menu and prices 4-6pm, and easier to get in then. They do not take reservations.
Written February 9, 2020
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lindacarolm
3 contributions
1.0 of 5 bubbles
Jun 2020 none
Food was ok. If you like listening to white hate music while in the bathroom, this is your place. Literally, cuss words and everything, stating white people are trust fund babies etc etc. Will not go back there again. PS. Not a trust fund baby.
Written June 22, 2020
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