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Paseo's enjoyably old-fashioned nature is further cemented by servers who take the time to assess guests and meet them where they are, providing warm conversation and helpful recommendations for those looking for either, and space for parties who are doing just fine on their own. No matter the approach, attentiveness is a hallmark of a staff that knows how to monitor water glasses and bread baskets (complimentary bread service, oh how I've missed thee) without intrusive hovering. At Paseo, there's no reinvention of the wheel, no need to stay in lockstep with (or even pay attention to) trends, no artisanal anything. e revamped restaurant is a reliable mainstay thrust back into the spotlight care of a new owner who understands and honors what she and the Ranch appreciate about the longstanding local eatery. e business and the community it calls home are all the better for her stewardship. 858.756.1221, paseorsf.com INTRO Paseo's welcoming interiors feature glass chandeliers and rattan light fixtures OPPOSITE LEFT Chicken Milanese CENTER Paseo Chopped Salad LEFT Paseo owner Jennifer Fields and daughter Emma Fields BELOW Affogato Golden Forks Service: Timeliness: Ambience: Culinary Innovation: Food Quality: Wine List: Value: @ranchandcoast RANCH & COAST MAGAZINE MARCH 2026 71

