Pico Los Alamos

S C

2024-04

This was one of the only restaurants open when the rest of the town was closed on a random Wednesday- and we were so happy with our experience.Something happened to our server so we ended up getting helped by someone who ordinarily does other work busing tables etc and he was AMAZING!! He definitely should be promoted to server. He was so attentive, always approaching with a big smile and all three of us adored him! He also knew all about the food and drinks and had great recommendations.All of the food was amazing- next level! It was so good we even grappled over it lol.Obviously be prepared to spend a lot for small portion sizes but this was expected given the type of restaurant it is.There’s indoor and outdoor seating with heating. Both are equally charming.

Rebekah Alexander

2023-12

Pico was one of the best, if not the best, dining experience. Our server Misty was so sweet and server assistant Danny was on top of everything. Chef John was an artist. He was also very attentive and accommodating to our diet restrictions. Also, wine expert Kase was very helpful with helping us find exactly what we were looking for. Thank you everyone for making our night so special!Dietary restrictions: Vegan

Joseph Kowalski

2024-04

My wife and I ate dinner at Pico. Our cocktails were both excellent. Using a clear ice cube would bring the quality up a notch however. All of the food we had was also very good and worth the price. In particular, the cauliflower appetizer was outstanding. The service on this night was lacking. I wonder if our waiter was new. He was clearly not knowledgeable/confident in his description of the food when reviewing the menu and specials. Courses did not come out correctly spaced. When we asked for the check, the waiter had to come back to ask us which glasses of wine we had previously ordered. Overall, I would return.

Sal FromCal

2023-05

Having been here before for dinner and enjoying our experience, we tried brunch on a warm late October Sunday. My wife had the mimosa that had watermelon juice replacing the orange juice (the juice used varies weekly) while I had a Michelada which for me a bit under spiced through tasted okay. For starters we ordered the cinnamon rolls which were straight from the oven and very tasty.My wife had the special for the day which was a brioche covered with smoked bacon, shallots, a cream sauce all which were very good. Others at our table had the Spanish tortilla which came with a salad and though it tasted good the portion of the tortilla was on the smaller size. I went for the steak and eggs and while the steak was very well seasoned and cooked perfectly the frites ended up as waffle fries which were okay. Service was good and we appreciated her cheerful personality. While nice to have another local option for brunch wouldn't be high on our list due to the pricing though we will continue to come for dinner.

Karen Beene

2024-04

Pico was one of the best dining experiences we've had on the central coast. We compared the menus of all the dining options in Los Alamos and thought Pico's was what we were looking for that evening.The ambiance was lovely- not too loud, music just the right volume, perfect lighting. The food was excellent. I love a restaurant that can take a humble vegetable and turn it into something delectable. The winter risotto was out of this world.All the wait staff were wonderful- so professional, kind and attentive. We will definitely be returning!

Nate Wooding

2023-09

This place was solid- creative menu and good service. I will say the structure of the menu is a bit confusing- it's split up into three different sections (uno, dos, and tres). Uno and dos kind of both fall into the appetizer category- it just seems unnecessary.Big fan of how most of the plants out back are harvested and used in the food. The waitress was nice but she used my full name from the credit card receipt- kind of off putting.

swaroop krishna

2023-05

Ambience was good and cozy . We did one dos i.e grilled shrimp this was average nothing special but was decent and 2 Tres they are duck breast which was soft and yummy and whole branzino, am personally not a fish liking person but I enjoyed eating this recipe . The fish was cooked properly and decent seasoning so could taste the fish with little chopped onions and lime tasted delicious

Matthis Pluska

2024-02

Everything was delicious and we were here for restaurant week was very affordable prices and delicious meal! The service was attentive, and the ambience was beautiful and historical. The menu was just diverse enough to tickle your senses, and hold me enough to give you a taste of something you would like on any menu. Highly recommend, even though you may feel that you are entering a dustbowl era it is very much a gem.

Carla Mead

2023-05

We made reservations at Pico for 3 pm on a Saturday and everything was phenomenal.Our server, Kerry (sp?), was fabulous and made the experience SO personal for us. She recommended items on the menu, explained the dishes to us, and make us feel like we were VIPs!The vodka and gin cocktails were DELICIOUS and definitely had a vintage-vibe to them. We had the olives which were in this olive oil that was so good, I sopped it all up with the bread provided. Then, we moved onto the beef tartar, which was my husband's favorite. After than, we had the steak frites - the steak was perfect and the horseradish sauce was perfect! We also had the beet salad...and lemme tell you, I'm still thinking about it! It was beets on a smoked cheese base with pistachios. (see pic) Just WOW.For dessert, we had the blueberry "hand pie" with a dollop of vanilla ice cream.What a gem!!! And the chickens meandering around didn't hurt either - they were SO CUTE!!! The restaurant is gorgeous, but the outside is just a slice of heaven. Definitely recommend!!

Brent Hronik

2024-01

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Biggs The Cat

2024-03

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Jeba Diah (Jeba Diah)

2021-05

Totally blown away by their food and wines. Everything was far better than I was expecting, and i didn't have low expectations as it's a nice place, it's a bit pricey but worth it. The wines were really good but double kudos to the chef, my goodness. Clam chowder, burger, vanilla custard gelato...om nom nom is a more honest description than excellent (which is good). Comfortable atmosphere but still elegant. Its a must in my book. With the wine yoga my wife is dying to try, hikes, and cottages we may come back from Sac area just for this. Even my dogs who were welcome outside had a hard time leaving:)

Joseph Schiro

2024-01

Apologies for not taking a picture, the food was too delicious and we forgot! Beautiful restaurant, really unique and delicious food. So many of the ingredients are fresh from the garden. Recommend getting a table outside in the garden. Even easy to get a table!Kid-friendliness: Lots of space and a good environment for the family

Heidi Helfand

2020-05

We just left “burger night”. Our conclusion is that we will definitely be back to this place. I had the garbage plate which is a nod to Rochester where chef Drew told us he was from. It was sweet and spicy and the mustard woven into the mix was a really good idea. My partner had a plain burger no bun with bacon. It was sooooo flavorful!!! I’m getting that next time. The ambiance of this place is also stellar.. books and wine everywhere. The yellow dot dried flowers on each table.. prints of old time Los alamos on the walls. Heck I even loved the soap in the bathroom. There’s also a kids hideout/cave place.. how fun. They know what they’re doing in this place.

Samuel Smith

2024-01

Just fantastic! Wonderful historic space… but so spacious and beautifully decorated. Superb service. Fabulous extensive wine list, both local and global. Take advantage of the somm, Case; his recs were very useful. And the food… delicious, creative, plentiful! Gorgeous presentation. The Spanokopita from the owner’s grandmother’s recipe was the best I’ve ever had. Light and perfectly seasoned. The rabbit carnitas were simultaneously evocative of a traditional taquito and a fancy rabbit dish. The braised short rib in polenta was cooked perfectly and SO good with the Lumen Julia’s Vineyard Pinot Noir from Santa Maria. This is a destination dining experience and worth the drive and expense!

Gregg Oelker

2021-05

Very creative menu. Delicious food. Great service! I brought a bold cab but that didn't go well with the mostly Asian themed options. (I don't eat beef which would have gone better.) I'm sorry they changed the menu that way but the food is still great

Brian Garwood

2019-05

One of my favorite restaurants of all time. Chef puts so much time and thought into each part of the meal. It's incredible how such a small ingredient has so much r and d behind it, but you can tell.

Kerri Bermudez

2022-05

Dang, this place was good. All I got was a photo of our cocktails because everything else was inhaled. we got a burger, beet ziti, brussel sprouts, the bacon wrapped dates, and the clam toast. absolutely delicious, all of it. for dessert we tried a strawberry dessert that was like a mini-waffle with strawberry sorbet and strawberry boba.. it was like eating summertime. The staff was very attentive and kind. We will definitely be back for more!

Elmar Nubbemeyer

2019-05

Great atmosphere, service and wine list. Food was a bit mixed. Some dishes were great, others arrived lukewarm (bone marrow) and/or bland (squid ink pasta). Would go again though.

Seth Kallen

2021-05

Walking past this quaint general store you’d have no idea there was a beautiful expansive garden out back with fire pits and all. The burrata with smoked plum starter was fantastic, and we especially loved the Aloha Tuna. Wine selection was fantastic, staff was friendly, and everything felt very clean and safe. Will absolutely be back to this gem of a restaurant.

Jim Ahler

2019-05

This place is amazing. The rustic setting, welcoming vibe, intriguing menu, and friendly and classy service set the stage for the main attraction - food to die for. From starters through the entree, everything was perfectly prepared, visually appealing, and tasty. We'll be back again and again. Thanks for a wonderful dining experience.

Grace Ryan

2020-05

We decided to treat ourselves as it was the last night before we head back to San Diego. It was fantastic! Wait staff were lovely. Food was great and vibe excellent. While the menu can be a little overwhelming the servers were more than happy to help with one even adjusting our table after he noticed it was wobbly. Beautiful little spot in a beautiful little town.

Devin Hirschi

2023-05

An overall incredible night. Amazing wine selection, great food and felt like we were treated like friends. Case was an outstanding SOM and we loved all the suggestions and pairings!!!

Erin Griffin

2021-05

If the clam chowder is on the menu, GET IT. The viet brussels will change your life. As will the mezcal negroni. This place is amazing.

Caryn E

2023-11

The Fig Tagliatelle was incredible and will live in my memory as on of my most favorite ever. Don’t sleep on the chance to dine at Pico whenever you’re in the SY valley. Very impressive!

Nadya Penoff

2024-01

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Kelsey Stockwell

2023-05

Honestly one of the more disappointing meals I’ve experienced. Our cut of the steak had a lot of tendon, making two slices inedible for what was already a smaller cut. Overcharged for our drinks after having to send a flat sparkling wine back. Oysters quality was questionable (understanding there was some power outages that day). Whoever created the menu, must think they are too good for standard dipping/hot sauces. They aren’t. Don’t serve extremely spicy hot sauce with oysters with no backup alternative. A little Tabasco goes a long way. For the steak frites we received an overly engineered ranch sauce, and only after asking. The longer I think about this dinner and the price I paid, the more bummed I get.

Kelly Vance

2023-10

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Morgan Stone

2020-05

This is an amazing little wine bar. The food, drinks, and service are the best. It is a must stop if you are visiting this town.

Chi Vu

2023-11

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