Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
- 4.8Food
- 4.7Service
- 4.2Ambience
- 4.5Value
Noise • Moderate
hospitality roots date back to 1925, or so the story goes. Jocko’s is legendary for hand cut aged
steaks grilled over an open fire of red oak coals. A style of cooking native to the area that dates
to the Spanish Rancheros. We offer an extensive dinner menu serving a variety of steak cuts,
ribs, pork chops, chicken, seafood, steak burgers, specialty sandwiches and more. Jocko’s offers an extensive wine list, a broad assortment of cocktails and both draft and bottled beers. The specific brands and serving costs are available at the restaurant.
To learn more about Jocko’s menus and history visit www.jockossteakhouse.com
or call (805) 929-3686 for reservations.
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California Central Coast
Good for groups
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California Central Coast
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Jocko's Steakhouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (805) 929-3686.
Jocko's Steakhouse is rated 4.8 stars by 2017 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
125 N Thompson Ave, Nipomo, CA 93444-9072