The Loading Chute Restaurant & Barn

A rustic steakhouse and event venue in the rural town of Creston, CA.

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  • About
    Just 15 minutes from Paso Robles or Atascadero, in the quaint town of Creston, The Loading Chute offers delicious food, friendly service, and a cozy atmosphere at a great price. The Loading Chute Restaurant and Barn is famous for exquisite steaks and American cuisine, grilled on our seasoned oak pit. With prime rib daily, wood-fired pizzas, fresh bread and mud pie a mile high, you'll never leave hungry! Enjoy a variety of local wines and a $10 corkage fee! Lunch and Dinner is served daily. Offering dine-in, take-out and a dog-friendly patio. The Loading Chute has been family owned and operated for over 25 years. Our Barn or Patio areas are also great for any event you need to host from weddings to birthday parties!

  • Events

    Spring Equinox Wellness Market

    Sun | Mar 22, 2026
    The Loading Chute Barn Sunday, March 22 * 11 am to 3 pm Wellness Vendors, Goods and Services. $7 mimosas, bounce house for the kids! 1pm Yoga by Lauren Shannon ($10 donation suggested, byo mat) Free entry! The... View Event Details >

    Buckin’ Blancs

    Sun | Apr 19, 2026
    Yippee yay! Join us for Buckin’ Blancs and taste white wines from local wineries! April 19, 2-4:30pm in the barn. This is a family friendly event. Bounce Houses, pony rides and mini cows! Purchase... View Event Details >

    Rose Roundup

    Sun | Jun 28, 2026
    Yippee yay! It’s a Rose Roundup! Join us and taste roses from local wineries! June 28 2-4:30pm in the barn. This is a family friendly event. Bounce Houses, ponies and lassos! Purchase EARLY BIRD... View Event Details >

    Grenache Giddy-Up

    Sun | Sep 20, 2026
    Yippee yay! It’s a Grenache Giddy Up! Join us and taste Red, White and Rose Grenache from local wineries! September 20, 2-4:30pm in the barn. This is a family friendly event. Bounce Houses, games,... View Event Details >
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    • Sep 2025 | The Loading Chute is Creston’s Old Haunt