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Nate's on Marsh, San Luis Obispo, CA

Nate's on Marsh

4.8 (333)
$31 to $50
American
450 Marsh St, San Luis Obispo, CA 93401-3823

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Nate's on Marsh

4.8
$31 to $50
American
San Luis Obispo

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 50 times today
Experiences are available.

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
An intimate restaurant on the edge of downtown San Luis Obispo, serving Michelin mentioned dishes, equipped with a full bar, and a California-focused wine list. Nathan Long founded Nate's on Marsh to share the ultimate in Central Coast hospitality with only the best comforting dishes worth craving.

For private dinning experiences, please visit www.natesonmarsh.com site and navigate to the "Events" tab.

Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon, Thu–Sun 11:30–14:00 Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 16:30–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual

Experiences

  • Christmas Eve at Nate’s on Marsh

    US$95.00 per person

    1 - 6 people

    Multiple dates available
    Christmas Eve Dinner at Nate’s on Marsh Enjoy a four-course prix fixe menu Thursday, December 24th, 2026 Dinner service begins at 4:00 PM | Last seating at 7:30 PM 450 Marsh Street, San Luis Obispo There’s no place like Nate’s for the holidays. Gather with loved ones for an intimate Christmas Eve in the warmth of our historic home. Our carefully curated prix fixe menu, created exclusively for the evening, sets the table for a memorable celebration with the people who mean the most. We look forward to welcoming you into our home for the holiday. Our Christmas Eve prix fixe menu will be the only menu offered for the evening.

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Nate's on Marsh.

4.8

4.8
(333)
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

Noise • Moderate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • California Central Coast

    American

  • California Central Coast

    Most Booked

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Overall

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Food

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Service

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Ambience

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Best Value

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Neighbourhood gem

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Romantic

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Good for special occasions

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Lively

  • San Luis Obispo / Paso Robles

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Nate's on Marsh offers a "great ambiance" and "fantastic service," with standout dishes like the citrus and butter lettuce salad and spaghetti pomodoro. Guests enjoy the "beautiful setting" and "delicious food," though noise levels can be high. The restaurant is praised for "amazing service" and "exceptional dining experiences."
333 Reviews
  1. Mike

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and good. We arrived early and the manager took our drink order and served us some great cocktails while we waited. Waiter (tall blonde kid) was working hard and really took great care of us. His support team was all over it and engaged. Parking in rear makes it very convenient as SLO weekend evening parking can be challenging, especially with all the construction that’s going on in DT SLO. Artwork is exceptional. Looking forward to our next dinner at Nate’s.

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  2. john Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area58 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely service and delicious food in a beautiful setting.

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  3. Mark Gold

    Dallas - Fort Worth13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 27 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was great and the food excellent. Will visit again.

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  4. elizabeth Gold

    Los Angeles25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    great ambiance, vibe, setting, and meal, overall it was an 11 out of 10!

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  5. Tommy Gold

    San Francisco Bay Area3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I loved the pesto pasta of the month, and the salmon side was so good and juicy and crispy

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  6. Kim

    San Francisco Bay Area1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 18 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our service was amazing. Jack took care of us all! The appetizers were so delicious and the entrees were outstanding. Thank you, we will definitely be returning soon.

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  7. Lara Gold

    Hawaii3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic service, really nice ambiance, unique to SLO. Prices were very fair. There was no ac on a day that hit 97, but it's an older Victorian and that's part of the charm. The noise level is pretty high.

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  8. antonio Gold

    Seattle / Eastern Washington2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    It’s 90+ degree’s outside and they have the AC off. Over prices and small portions.

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  9. Pam

    California Central Coast15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    We had a lovely dinner in the bar at Nate's last Friday evening. We always love the citrus and butter lettuce salad, which is plenty for two of us. My husband had the special Beef filet entree, and I enjoyed the Spaghetti Pomodoro, which were both excellent! And the martinis are dry and delicious!

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  10. CASSANDRA Gold

    Dallas - Fort Worth25 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 17 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Wonderful patio dining experience with top notch service

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Dining areas

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    American
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Mon, Thu–Sun 11:30–14:00 Dinner Mon, Thu–Sun 16:30–21:00
  • Phone number
  • Dress Code
    Business Casual

FAQs

For a calmer visit try lunch or an early dinner (around the 4:30pm opening); weekend nights, especially Saturday, tend to be busiest, and Martini Monday draws a lively crowd for $10 martinis.

Guests frequently note generous portions, several reviews call the servings generous and single out good‑sized salads and hearty dishes.

Yes, Nate's on Marsh is a popular choice for date nights and special evenings, with a cozy, carefully restored bungalow setting and many guests celebrating anniversaries and birthdays.

Nate’s on Marsh fills up at peak times, weekend nights (guests report waits on Saturdays), while some visits feel peaceful and the patio is often noted as the quieter option.

Yes, Nate’s offers outdoor seating: guests mention a patio, a covered patio, and a lovely garden patio that’s used when the weather permits.

Nate’s on Marsh feels like a cozy, carefully restored bungalow with eclectic, tasteful decor, warm and welcoming, with intimate rooms, a lively bar, and a pleasant garden patio.

Business casual is the guide, aim for neat, polished attire without formalwear; many guests note Nate’s is a popular spot for anniversaries and special‑occasion dinners.

Monday is a standout, Martini Monday is a popular draw, with guests calling it the best and noting $10 martinis all day.

Yes, guests report using reservation notes and the team calls to confirm bookings, and staff have helped with celebration details like storing and setting up a brought‑in cake.

Yes, families do dine here: reviewers mention dining with children (including infants and teens) and several families report enjoyable meals and repeat visits.

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A photo of Nate's on Marsh restaurant

Nate's on Marsh

4.8
$31 to $50
American
San Luis Obispo

Make a booking

2 people
19:00
Booked 50 times today
Experiences are available.
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