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Tanner Jacks

2796 S Halcyon Rd, Arroyo Grande, CA 93420
(805) 473-8485
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Ranked #25 of 57 restaurants in Arroyo Grande
Price range: 10 AUD - 31 AUD
Cuisines: American, Barbecue, Dessert, Hamburgers
Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
Restaurant details
Good for: Child-friendly, Bar Scene
Dining options: Breakfast/Brunch, Lunch Spot, Dinner, Reservations
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Los Angeles, California
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9 reviews 9 reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
13 helpful votes 13 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 May 2013

There are very few decent restaurants in Arroyo Grande, so this was a find. Not fancy, but liked the atmosphere and decor and the food was good too. Service excellent. Near Cypress Ridge if you're hungry after playing golf.

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New York City, New York
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4 reviews 4 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 1 May 2013

just driving and getting hungry. Stop at the red light. Decide to look at this restaurant (we didn't have breakfast and it was noon already). So turn right. Enter. Asking for breakfast. They have just lunch. But we are so hungry, so do not complain, sit down and choose. I live in US for three years, so I know what... More

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Los Osos, California
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36 reviews 36 reviews
11 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 8 April 2013

We came across this restaurant after hearing about it from a friend. They have the best Tri-Tip steak I have ever had. This cut of steak is a coastal California style, you have to try it. My husband and I split the dinner because of how large the portions are. It worth noting they also own the pizza place across... More

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Grover Beach, California
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30 reviews 30 reviews
18 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 20 cities Reviews in 20 cities
6 helpful votes 6 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 11 March 2013

Visited here this past week with another couple . It's been a few years since we've been here so we wanted to try it again . It was a Thursday night around 5pm and it wasn't crowded at all .. So no distractions and the service was great . I had the pork chops which were very good . Someone... More

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Santa Maria, California
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6 reviews 6 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 4 cities Reviews in 4 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 23 February 2013

Tanner Jacks has been earning a reputation as being one of the best "smoked" tri-tip, ribs, chicken BBQ restaurant on the central coast. We've been going there for about 6 years and still continue to call it our favorite BBQ restaurant from San Luis Obispo County to Santa Maria. What really sets this place apart from other steakhouses is that... More

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Hartsville, South Carolina, United States
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65 reviews 65 reviews
50 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 23 cities Reviews in 23 cities
26 helpful votes 26 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 7 February 2013

Our family of 4 ate there tonight and we have mixed reviews. The cook is apparently afraid of salt: even the drawn butter was salt-free. The dinner rolls were tasteless and served with a weird bbq flavored butter. The normal salad (the "Wedge") is a wedge of iceburg lettuce with a sprinkling of carrots. Substitute the mixed veggie salad, it's... More

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Nipomo, California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 February 2013

When I moved here 4 years ago, it was very good and the prices were medium-High range. NOW, VERY DISAPPOINTED! They changed the menu, they dont have burgers at nite anymore and is very expensive for what it is. They use to have great dinner rolls with dipping sauces, now the rolls are dry and you only get butter that... More

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San Luis Obispo, California
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34 reviews 34 reviews
17 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 24 cities Reviews in 24 cities
16 helpful votes 16 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 January 2013

After an afternoon hike to Point Sal, we were hungry and wanted to eat before going home. House Burger with one side order was $11.99. Mango Margarita was $10. Small Trip-Tip and a small Ground Sirloin both with garlic mashed potato and corn were $8.99 each. January 2013. Watched other customers eat salads that appeared to be a head of... More

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arroyo grande
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27 reviews 27 reviews
13 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 15 cities Reviews in 15 cities
15 helpful votes 15 helpful votes
2 of 5 stars Reviewed 27 December 2012

Tanner Jacks is a quaint cowboy style restaurant on the Mesa, near Arroyo Grande and Pismo Beach. The decor is strictly "Old West" and very enjoyable, and their food is nicely prepared. The menu, however, is challenging. They offer a number of side dishes grouped in a special place on the menu, all priced at 3.99 each. The menu says... More

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Central Coast California
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11 reviews 11 reviews
3 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 9 cities Reviews in 9 cities
4 helpful votes 4 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 December 2012

We eat here regularly. The food is very good and the service friendly and timely. The fish and chips is the best in the US!!

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