Jocko's Steakhouse Restaurant Review
125 N. Thompson Ave. (Tefft St.) 
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Nipomo, CA 93444
805-929-3686
Cuisine
Open
Breakfast, Lunch & Dinner dailyFeatures
- Kid-friendly
- Full bar
- Parking lot
- Casual
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 Let’s face it---Jocko’s isn’t for everyone. There’s still an Old West atmosphere to this former late-nineteenth century saloon, and the interior is more diner-like than anything approaching a big-city steakhouse. However, the steaks are good---cooked outside, over red oak, in true Santa Maria barbecue-style fashion. Dinner starts out in retro-mode with a relish tray and an iceberg lettuce salad that we like to get with the Thousand Island dressing for the full throwback experience. From there, sides include some zesty pinquito beans, garlic bread, salsa (traditional to the Santa Maria-style) and baked potatoes with butter and chives. Jocko’s signature steak is the whopping Spencer cut, but we can also tuck nicely into the thick New York or rib-eye. Items such as ribs and chicken are also available, but why bother? Beer and local wine are served, and be prepared for a wait, especially on busy weekends, even if you have reservations. (Note: Little Jocko’s across the freeway has more of a fast-food ambience with burgers, sandwiches, fries and shakes.)
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