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Jocko's Steakhouse, Nipomo, CA
Jocko's Steakhouse, Nipomo, CA

Jocko's Steakhouse

4.8 (2017)
$31 to $50
Steakhouse
125 N Thompson Ave, Nipomo, CA 93444-9072

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 48 times today

About this restaurant

  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
  • Good for special occasions
Jocko’s Steakhouse is family owned and a longtime Central Coast favorite. Our family’s
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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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Barbecue
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive chef
    PIT MASTER: Aubrey Mayo
  • Catering
    Call for take out menu<br />805-929-3686
  • Private party facilities
    Call for large party reservation805-929-3686
  • Neighborhood
    Nipomo
  • Cross street
    Thompson Ave. and Tefft Nipomo, CA.
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,017 people are saying

Jocko's Steakhouse 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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.2Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • California Central Coast

    Good for groups

  • California Central Coast

    Steakhouse

  • California Central Coast

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Jocko's Steakhouse offers an unforgettable experience with "great steaks" and a "fun atmosphere." Known for their "excellent food" and "friendly service," visitors rave about the "Spencer steaks" and "nostalgic ambiance." While reservations are advised due to popularity, the "authentic BBQ flavor" and "wonderful dining experience" make it a must-visit spot.
2,017 Reviews
  1. Christopher

    Central Coast1 review

    5.0

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food and great service! Jocko’s is the best steakhouse in America!

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  2. Terry

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We travel from Southern California each year for our anniversary. We always plan a night at Jockos. Service is always top notch. If you leave hungry that's your fault

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  3. Debbie

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service, all staff were friendly and very attentive. The food was outstanding, best steak I have eaten in this area. Would recommend you reserve a time for dinner soon.

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  4. Rod VIP

    Las Vegas15 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Just ate here the other night and it was ok. Came again tonight with my wife and son and let me first preface this with the fact that we have eaten here a lot over the years. We all ordered the 20 ounce New York medium rare and probably some of the toughest meat I have ever been served. I’m a real steak aficionado and know my meat. I order Allen Brothers Prime New York’s regularly from Chicago, some excellent meat. The steaks we got at Jocko’s, I don’t expect prime, weren’t even choice, somewhere at the low end of quality. None of us finished our steaks and don’t plan on coming back anytime soon. Some of the toughest meat I’ve ever encountered out, certainly not choice, tough to cut, full of silver skin. Salad, beans, salsa, bread all ok, but does not warrant a return trip anytime soon. Shame on you JOCKO’S for serving this crap!!!

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  5. Rod VIP

    Las Vegas15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Much much improved, obviously trying to restore their past glory, I would definitely recommend and am re-adding them back as a regular when at the Central Coast, they have the right hostesses seating and handling reservations, friendly accommodating Servers and a good kitchen!!

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  6. Robert

    Los Angeles17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Very good wood grilled steaks. We have been eating here for years.

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  7. William

    Los Angeles4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    It's not as good as it used to be. Prices are up a lot, and the house wine is not as good as it should be. The meat quality and size were less than on previous visits. I will still go if I am in the area, but I will order more carefully. It is good that they take reservations now for a shorter wait.

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  8. William VIP

    San Francisco20 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    Fabulous steaks, perfectly cooked over charcoal ... with a vast menu of many alternates and sides. The best ever Paquinto Beans. Friendly service, The atmosphere is not dressy, no tablecloths, and plain silverware ... a customer base of locals who like to eat dinner early. The parking lot is full at 5PM. Not a date night atmosphere, but great food and sports TV in the bar area. One of a kind.

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  9. Edward

    San Diego3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Entrees we’re outstanding Atmosphere ok Service was decent Very crowded and for the price expected better seats and tables Overall glad we went once but not a place we’d have to come back to

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  10. Sandy

    Central Coast1 review

    4.0

    Dined on April 26, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    well right off the back hostess was very sweet and letting us seat early because we came from up north . wanted to celebrate my husband birthday. i let the waitress know but was very passive and didnt says anything to my husband. i also let her know that it was our first time there and didnt make any attempt to welcome us.

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FAQs

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.

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 48 times today
Google Map for Jocko's Steakhouse

125 N Thompson Ave, Nipomo, CA 93444-9072

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Thompson Ave. and Tefft Nipomo, CA.
  • Neighborhood
    Nipomo
  • Hours of operation
    Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Sat, Sun 1:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Barbecue
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Public Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    PIT MASTER: Aubrey Mayo
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Outdoor Smoking Area, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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