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    Hell's Kitchen

    4.1 (1.4k reviews)
    Ultra High-EndCocktail Bars, Seafood, Salad
    Closed 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    Beef Wellington
    Laura B.

    Had a wonderful dining experience. Came with 2 friends to celebrate their birthday and we were taken care of by Alicia and she was fabulous. She was attentive and gave us the time and space to enjoy our time while ordering in stages. We were sad to see the bone marrow was no longer on the menu but we enjoyed 3 appetizers (family style) had a cocktail then we indulged on our main courses. I had the Wellington and it did not disappoint. Alicia was lovely and made sure to bring both of my girlfriends their birthday desserts and each of them loved it.

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    Jackie T.

    Came here to celebrate the husband's birthday. This place was huge and super clean. The staff were nice and attentive. Make sure to make a reservation as this place gets busy, even on the weekdays. The food here was very tasty and flavorful. The miso salmon was cooked perfectly. I like how they fired the rice to give it a little texture. My favorite was the sticky toffee pudding. Thank you Hells Kitchen for your hospitality and tasty dinner.

    Stan S.

    First time here and it did not disappoint. Came here on a weekday and it was still packed. The service was really good. All the staff were nice and knowledgeable. Our food came out quick and was good. The inside was huge and super clean. If you haven't tried this spot out, make yourself a reservation and try it out. You definitely won't be disappointed.

    Caesar salad
    Lumi V.

    I finally checked Hell's Kitchen, and let's just say... the only thing that got cooked properly was my wallet. The Highlights: * 3 scallops for $33... each one was about the size of a quarter. I wasn't sure if it was an appetizer or a game of "find the seafood." * Salmon - Honestly, it was okay. The lone survivor of the evening. * Filet mignon - Ordered a steak, received premium beef jerky. Overcooked, dry, and chewy. * Braised short ribs - I'm pretty sure they skipped the "braised" part and went straight to "dehydrated." My jaw got more of a workout than my gym membership. * Peach & heirloom tomato salad - Beautiful to look at... unfortunately, flavor wasn't invited. It desperately needed dressing and seasoning. * Caesar salad - Surprisingly, the MVP of the night. Never thought lettuce would be the star of a Gordon Ramsay restaurant. I finally checked Hell's Kitchen, and let's just say... the only thing that got cooked properly was my wallet. The Highlights: * 3 scallops for $33... each one was about the size of a quarter. I wasn't sure if it was an appetizer or a game of "find the seafood." * Salmon - Honestly, it was okay. The lone survivor of the evening. * Filet mignon - Ordered a steak, received premium beef jerky. Overcooked, dry, and chewy. * Braised short ribs - not tender, fall off the bones like I've had @ other establishments. On the contrary it was very dry- * Peach & heirloom tomato salad - Beautiful to look at... unfortunately, flavor wasn't there. It desperately needed dressing, seasoning and a whole lot more flavors * Caesar salad - Surprisingly, the MVP of the night. Never thought lettuce would be the star of a Gordon Ramsay restaurant. We also had other appetizers which wasn't that memorable - paid over $600 for mediocre food- never again!

    20 ounce prime ribeye steak
    Susan L.

    We had an amazing dinner service by our server, George. He was friendly, knowledgeable, and efficient. He checked on our table, many times to make sure that our food and drinks were to our liking. The water girl was very prompt in refilling our water glasses. We ordered our favorite Wagu meatballs with flatbread. We shared the 20 ounce prime ribeye steak and sides of polenta, mac & cheese, and green beans were delicious. The steak was cooked to perfection. The strawberry trifle cake dessert was delicious. It wasn't too sweet. We enjoyed another great dinner at Hell's Kitchen.

    A Note From Gordon cocktail.
    Veronica G.

    The food was excellent. We enjoyed everything we tried, and the best part was that we were incredibly full by the time the meal was over. Both of us ordered from the prix fixe menu. I'm at menu included an appetizer choice, a choice of one of two entrées, and the sticky toffee dessert. We ordered two side dishes as well, which were the macaroni cheese and the brussels sprouts. Everything we ate was absolutely fantastic and well prepared. We had the beef Wellington, crispy salmon, scallops appetizer, and then the sticky toffee dessert. Our server was so wonderful, attentive, and friendly! He went out of his way to ensure our 25th wedding anniversary celebration felt special. This is a modern looking restaurant. Lots of tables. I didn't see any intimate seating areas. So I would not describe this place as romantic. The food was lovely, but it wasn't as artfully presented as I would have expected. Overall, the experience met our expectations. Be prepared to drop some serious cash for your meal.

    asparagus soup
    Charlize V.

    Sadly this did not meet my expectations. Came here with my partner for his 2nd time and my first - he said the quality went down. We both didn't feel like the wellington was great. I felt the mac and cheese was a bit dry. I did enjoy the short rib, mocktail, and the soup though. The presentation of it being poured in front of us was enjoyable. Our server didn't really check on us throughout dinner.

    Scallops
    Vincent N.

    Can't express how great of a dining experience this was! The service was attentive and the dishes were all excellent! Everything we ordered is highly recommended! Love the ambiance and when you walk in you can see the chefs cooking on the red and blue side like the show! There's a pre-fixe menu for $110 and it comes with everything we wanted to get! - Seared Scallops - Beef Wellington - Sticky Toffee pudding We also added on the Golden beet salad. For drinks we did the Forbidden Apple and Ramsays Rage. Both were really tasty! 1. Golden beet salad: super refreshing and the cheese, I believe goat cheese or Greek yogurt was so good! I also enjoyed the crunch with the pistachios and nuts. 2. The scallops with the pea puree sauce was so good! My only and I mean only criticism out of the entire dinner was the scallops was not as soft as I would have hoped but the dish was still flavorful. 3. Beef Wellington: Been wanting to try this since I was a kid watching Hell's Kitchen on TV, this did not disappoint! The puff pastry is so buttery good, along with the potato puree. The beef I thought would be on the tougher side was actually really soft like it was braised and that au jus sauce was excellent! 4. Sticky Toffee Pudding: There are no words to how delicious this was! Just do yourself a favor and get it! Best pudding I have ever had!

    Prix five menu
    Caroline K.

    Came to Harrah's for a mini staycation and was so happy we were able to get a reservation for dinner! Everything was delicious! Evan was so helpful and quick for every request! We got the prix fixe menu with the wine and it was worth the price. My boyfriend and I were able to try basically all the things we wanted from the menu, felt full, and alittle tipsy after dinner! The restaurant was very open and it was cool being able to see the open concept kitchen!

    Interior is gorgeous.
    Craig W.

    I can't say I'm a huge Gordon Ramsay fan but I just don't give him much thought one way or another. I know he yells at people on his show but it seems like it is probably shtick for the camera. We have had the Las Vegas Hell's Kitchen restaurant on our list forever but never made it there. This location in Valley Center (or "Funner" California--really, that was the best name you could get?) is a lot closer to us so Funner it is. The restaurant interior is gorgeous. It is loud and fun and feels very Vegas-y with loud, upbeat music. If you want a little more sedate experience (and if you do, why are you here?), sit on the side of the wine wall farthest from the front entrance. Our server was excellent. She was friendly, attentive, knew the menu well, and made great recommendations. The prices are ridiculously high. And the cooking was uneven. The scallops appetizer were overcooked and rubbery. The lobster in the risotto (at $35) was outrageously overcooked. A rubber chicken would be more tender than that poor lobster. The Beef Wellington was excellent , although smearing the potatoes across the plate, while decorative, causes them to become cold quickly. The braised short rib entree was extremely tender and flavorful. The sticky toffee pudding is a wonderful dessert and is plenty for two to share. The cocktail/mocktail game here is strong. If you didn't know it before now, the Smoke on the Blvd cocktail (similar to an Old Fashioned) is served tableside in a big smoky box. Yes, people from other tables will stare at you as your server opens the box. Almost everyone gets the prix fixe. If you are going to get the Beef Wellington, you probably should get the prix fixe because the price of this entree is so absurdly high. Personally, I don't care if the chef who created this chain is famous or if the restaurant is located in a hotel on on the moon. For these prices, the cooking should be much better and definitely more consistent. Still, this place is a fun experience--in my opinion, a one and done--but be prepared to pay for it.

    Lo B.

    Everything about our dinner tonight was perfect. Bread service, lobster risotto, scallops, short rib, salmon, toffee, cherry blossom cheesecake, and the strawberry shortcake. Thank you so much!

    Manager didn't even try to fix the issue.

    I was really disappointed with the service at Hell's Kitchen. We had a reservation, yet we still had to wait before being seated. From our reservation time, it took 30 minutes just to get our first glass of water, which is unacceptable for a restaurant of this stature. After ordering, our food took another 45 minutes to arrive. What made it more frustrating was that our server appeared to be handling the table by herself, which seemed to contribute to the slow service. When you're spending over $200 for two people, you expect the service to match the price and reputation of the restaurant. Unfortunately, the experience fell far short of what I expected. Honestly, I've received better and faster service at Chili's. The food was decent, but the service needs significant improvement. At this price point, the overall experience should be much better.

    Our bartender Nathan
    Gabi A.

    They changed their menu last week so be prepared for things to taste different. From what I was told the kitchen needs to still figure out the flavors so maybe wait a month before coming. We come here a lot and did not love the changes. The staff is amazing as always!!

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    Brandon our waiter was fantastic and knowledgeable! We had a great time celebrating our birthdays! We'll be back again!

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    Ask the Community - Hell's Kitchen

    Are children allowed in the casino to eat at the restaurant?

    Yes

    What would a typical check look like for 4 people?

    I would say if everyone orders appetizers, drinks, an entree and desert, then I would plan to spend about $400. It was two of us and we ordered 2 appetizers, drinks, 2 entrees and 2 sides and we spent about $250.

    Last time I ate there it was very noisy. Is there a quieter area we can request?

    There was a private room in assume is reserved for large parties however there is also a dining room area offset from the main floor. I would think it is a bit quieter. I believe the concept of Hell's Kitchen is to have an open view of the kitchen… 

    Didn't expect to go to Hell's Kitchen today. I don't have dressy clothes?

    That's fine. No dress code enforcement

    Can we bring our 13 month old baby since we dont have someone to look after her on our reservation? Do they have highchair for babies?

    Yes, you can bring your 13 month old baby and Yes, we do have high chairs for them.

    Do they allow to go orders?

    I don't think so because first of all you need a reservation to dine at the restaurant

    Do you know if there's a corkage fee & if so, how much?

    $35

    I sprained my ankle and have to use crutches. Is there parking nearby? Ramps?

    Yes, there is parking nearby but for your convenience, we also have 3 entries where they can drop you off in front . We do have some ramps but we also have elevators connected to parking and hotel.… 

    Can I bring my kids? 3,5,10?

    Yes, children of all ages are welcomed.

    What is the corkage fee?

    Answer Below: 35 per bottle max of two bottles and they cant be on our wine list.… 

    I have a large party coming in and have a reservation made. Are they able to accommodate split checks?

    I think they only allow limited splits. we all paid in cash or venmoed each other. I also recommend getting food comps from the casino before you dine, they will accept those at the restaurant. Everyone gets $20 I believe.

    Can you get the Wellington well done or medium well?

    No. It seems like they made in a batch.

    Can you bring your own bottle of wine?

    Yes. However, a corkage fee is applied.

    Can you pay with reward Points?

    Mike, yes you can use your reward points!, except for alcohol beverages.

    Do they offer off menu specials like the tv show?

    Menu Specials? Featured on the show? Well, I have attached the menu for you, and you can determine what we have but I can tell you that his signature Beef Wellington is great, and the Sticky Toffee Pudding is to die for, yum!… 

    Is jeans allowed?

    yes

    If children are allowed in, Is there a children's menu?

    Children are allowed but there's no children's menu.

    Are walk-ins only seated at the bar?

    No, walk-ins are seated at tables now when requested. Hell's Kitchen hostesses have stated frequent issues with reservations, so they've allowed walk-ins for the last month. We waited roughly 15-20min to be seated. They also are extremely… 

    Is there seating at the bar? Is it first come first served?

    Yes, there is seating and it is first come first served.

    What is the best way to make reservations for 8 in December? The day is available but not the hour, you mean to tell me that a restaurant that seats 400 people is booked?

    You can always call the restaurant or go in. The hostess explained that OpenTable ran into reservation issues but they have plenty of open seating for walk-ins.

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