If you are really hungry for a chunk of meat this is the place. If you are looking for atmosphere and good service, keep looking. The treatment is a bit like the cattle that you are having for dinner. It's crowded, noisy, and the staff couldn't care less if your were there or not. LONG wait to get in.

My husband and I ate at Jocko's today. We chanced it with no reservations for Mother's Day. The hostess, Joan, could not have been nicer, especially with the number of people she was assisting. At first we were told it would be a one hour wait. Knowing the food is wonderful, we decided to wait. We were pleasantly surprised when... More

Became addicted to Santa Maria Tri-tip BBQ about 30 years ago while on a great western bicycle rally there. Never miss out on the stuff while there or passing through. Discovered Jocko's while camping near there and always go back for more because they are the best of the one's that I tried in the Area. Had one of their... More

Last night I took my husband to Jocko's to celebrate his birthday. I made a reservation for 7:45 P.M. We arrive a little early. For a Saturday, the parking lot looked a little empty. We asked how long after our reserved time had passed. We were told another 30-45 minutes. Well 60 minutes after our reservation we still had not... More

This is the best steak restaurant around. The Lamb chops are to die for! I love my Lamb charred medium rare and thats they way its served, perfection. Husband had the Spencer steak (Ribeye) and he said you cant one any better. The prices are so reasonable we dont see how they do it. You get salad, anitpasto, huge pieces... More

Jocko's serves fabulous steaks. The side dishes (baked potatoes, coleslaw, etc.) are pretty boring, but the steak is as good as it gets. You can see the steak cooking over the oak fire, through the glass wall. Service is friendly, the place is usually crowded, and the seating a little cramped, but the steak is worth the inconvenience. Not cheap,... More

If you want a steak you have to go to Jocko's. You will never regret it. Meats are cooked outside on a mesquite grill. Steaks look like roasts! They also offer porkchops that are 4 fingers thick. We have gone for lunch and dinner. Never disappointed. Flavor is just awesome

Incredible Steaks that are cooked to order; everything else is so-so. The wine is dirt cheap, $6 for a half liter. Meals include salad, sides, steak and desert. Service is slow; Ambiance non-existent. Yet this saloon has amazing steaks. Crowded even on a Monday night; It's worth the trip!

Friends at work have recommended Jocko's for several years. We finally got a chance to try it on our last trip down to San Luis Obispo. The menu is large and has a big selection of steaks along with ribs, chops, etc. Like other reviews the dinner includes all the sides along with dessert. The portions are large, the small... More