Jocko's

4.5(4,109)

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Location & Hours

Address

125 N Thompson Ave
Nipomo, CA 93444
United States

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Hours

Open • Closes Today at 9:00 PM

Monday4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Tuesday4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Wednesday4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Thursday4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Friday4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Saturday1:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Sunday1:00 PM - 9:00 PM

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Contact Information

(805) 929-3686

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About Jocko's

Longtime, laid-back steakhouse known for its generous portions of oak-grilled meats.

Price range: moderately priced

Google-sourced data last fetched on April 15, 2025.

4.5/5

Based on 4,109 reviews

Recent Reviews

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christopher perez

a week ago

Worth the detour as we made the drive up the 101 to Big Sur. Highly recommend, food was delicious. Service was great and efficient. Server and hostess were both friendly and attentive. Personally reco...

Christina Federighi

4 weeks ago

Celebrating my son’s college acceptance, my family chose Jocko’s. This restaurant is a staple for my family gatherings. Its origin, the 1800’s, full of charm, & friendly staff. For starters we had the...

Dain Vossar (ReviewJedi)

2 months ago

To Jocko’s I ventured, seeking nourishment and balance in the Force. A mixed experience, my journey proved to be. The 8-ounce Spencer, a rib-eye it was called, yet the marbling—the essence of its grea...

Suzanne Victor

3 months ago

Janessa, our waitress was awesome. Very attentive and never had to ask for refills..etc. Food was amazing. Had the Spencer (8oz ribeye), medium, baked potato, salad, dill pickles, beans, garlic bread ...

Alain Chavez

3 weeks ago

I’m giving it 5 stars because of the over all experience and service from Chris, he was awesome!! There was a crazy amount of food served, which is a value for the price. My friend got the filet mign...

What People Are Saying

Overall Experience

The dining experience is overwhelmingly positive, with customers frequently praising the delicious food and attentive service, making it a memorable occasion. Many consider it a great place for family gatherings and special occasions.

Customer Favorites

The Spencer steak (ribeye) and filet mignon are frequently mentioned as standout dishes. Other popular items include the buffalo cauliflower, armadillo eggs, beans, and the various included sides like baked potato and salad.

Atmosphere & Service

The restaurant is often described as charming with a friendly staff and attentive service. Servers like Chris, Jake, and Janessa are specifically mentioned for their excellent service.

Value & Quality

Customers appreciate the generous portion sizes and the inclusion of sides, considering it a good value for the price. The steaks are often praised for their flavor and cooking style (oak fired), although marbling can vary depending on the cut.

Areas for Improvement

One reviewer noted that the 8-ounce Spencer steak lacked the marbling they expected compared to the larger cuts.

Recent Trends

More recent reviews highlight the positive experiences and the consistently good service, with specific mentions of servers and their attentiveness. There are no substantial negative trends indicated.