Came here to celebrate my birthday! One of the best steaks I've had. And our server Michael A. was so great! Overall an amazing experience. read more

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Just went to Lou and Mickey's for the second time in 2 days. Jeff is the best waiter and will serve you the best off menu steak experience. I am here for two more days and will probably be here for lunch again. Delicious read more

Lou & Mickey's - Steakhouses Near Me - San Diego, California

Went today to have lunch with my daughter and my dad had a great experience great food exceptional service by effy our waiters was very attentive and had great customer service read more

Afternoon stroll with hubby. Lou @ Mickey's Server - Robert and Jeff, the both provided amazing service and so quick too. Fifth Avenue Haze IPA Raw Oyster : 1/2 Dozen Oly View,WA Rincon De Ballenas, MX James River, VA Wildcat, WA Kumamoto, CA Pacific Gold Reserve, CA Served with - Fresh Grated Horseradish, Cocktail Sause, Migononette and Habenero Lime Relish Teriyaki Filet Migon Tips Traditional Steak Tartare Food was all so good and my drink was refreshing. The deco, has an old fashion feel to it. Oak wood furniture and beautiful old photos. It is a must stop in read more

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We drive by this restaurant all the time. We finally decided to give them a try today. We came by for a celebratory meal in honor of our son's birthday. It's a bummer he couldn't be with us.... He could've helped me finish my food. Some of their ortions were HUGE..... What we ordered: * Octopus Piperade * Crunchy Iceberg Wedge Salad (chopped) * Filet Mignon 8oz * Side Baked Potato w/ Cheddar & Bacon Issa was our server. He was amazing.... All the staff were friendly & attentive. Our table was kept cleared at clean between each dish. Our beverages never ran dry.... We loved the decor too. Fancy vibes!! read more

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Sunday after church we a party of four had reservations at 1:15. 1 star First off let's start with finding a place to park. 5 star Waiter was very good and polite. 2 star octopus was cold and very tough and chewy 1 star I got the soup and salad and the soup was 1/2 cup and the salad needed a knife to cut into pieces that would fit in my mouth. 2 star wife got the filet and was ordered medium and was dry and tough. 2 start other two guests received wrong steaks. I would not have given this review if bill was over $400. We expected more for that amount spent for meals. Longhorn Steakhouse is way better and 1/3 the price and parking is close. read more

We came to Lou & Mickey's for our anniversary dinner and honestly left disappointed. The restaurant itself is beautiful and has that classic upscale steakhouse feel, so we were really looking forward to dinner. I ordered the 6 oz barrel-cut filet mignon and my husband had the ribeye. Both steaks were cooked perfectly, but strangely, we both tasted a hint of lemon on them. I'm not sure if that's how they're normally prepared or if something was off that night, but neither of us cared for it. It ruined the steak honestly. We shared the mashed potatoes and spinach. The potatoes were okay, but I really enjoyed the spinach. My husband didn't care for the clam chowder, and they were very nice about taking it off the bill. The bread, however, was delicious! Honestly, it was probably my favorite thing we ate. Our server Aaron was nice, and they left a signed anniversary card at our table and gave us a complimentary dessert, which was very thoughtful. Overall, the atmosphere and service were nice, but for a steakhouse at this price point, the food just didn't wow us. I'm glad we tried it, but I probably wouldn't return, I'll miss that bread! read more

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We have been wanting to come here many times. Today was the day. Boy it didn't disappoint. The service was excellent Isa our service was on point loved the fact that they split our food of everything we ordered. We started with the grilled Octopus. Which was ok but a little bit tough and covered in peppers that weren't sweet. We got the 8 oz. filet medium rare with a baked potato we also shared the Cesar wedge salad. They changed out the silverware and fresh plates and on top of keeping our beverages filled. Can't wait to comeback as we were celebrating our man childs birthday in his honor. As he still active duty military.. read more

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The service was phenomenal. All the staff were so welcoming and once they found out it was our first time then went on with their personal recommendations. The menu is straight forward and of course we went for the steaks, I'm due in 3 weeks so I unfortunately had to order my filet mignon medium well instead of rare ... but it still tasted DELICIOUS. it was buttery and full of flavor. My husband got the ribeye medium rare which was also so delicious but mine had much more flavor. The mashed potatoes were so yummy, possibly some of my favorite at a steak house. And asparagus were cooked to perfection. We also enjoyed the vibe, it was still a mellow steak house feel but a little more casual than most. read more

Lou & Mickey's - Filet Mignon, Prime Rib-eye Steak, Grilled Jumbo Asparagus, Garlic Mashed Potatoes - Steakhouses Near Me - San Diego, California

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Walked by this place after leaving The Shout House and decided to come back the next night. We were glad we did! We made reservations for 6:30 and seated right away. It was a pretty full house considering there was a Padre game earlier in the day. Loved the upscale dim and cozy atmosphere. Our waiter Whitney was great about walking us through the menu since this was our first time here. The overall service was on point throughout the night. For drinks, Mickey's Mojito for me and Margarita Verde for the hubby, which he liked so much he ordered another. Our friends went with the house Pinot and Cabernet. For starters, we shared the Butter Grilled Parker House Rolls with whipped quince and goat cheese, which is a must and a half dozen Kumamoto oysters. The oysters were so good I immediately regretted not ordering more, but I had to remind myself we were there for the main course. For dinner: I had the Linguine with Manila Clams, which was one of the best I have ever had. The sauce was flavorful and had just a little kick to it. Just be prepared to do some work getting the clams out of the shells. Hubby went with the 34 oz, 45 day Ribeye cooked perfectly to a medium rare with chimichurri on the side. The option to have them cut it for you was a plus. Looked so good I had to get my share. In the end, our fur baby was getting a special treat the next day. Our friends went with the filet and Chilean Sea Bass. The menu states the sides were for 2 or more and when Whitney reminded us it was made for sharing, he wasn't kidding. So we went for the Mac & Cheese and Mashed Potatoes with Garlic and Parmesan. The mashed potatoes had just enough garlic and the Mac & cheese could've been a meal in itself. As if we weren't already in a food coma, I decided I still had room for dessert, because dessert stomach, hello, so I went with my favorite, Vanilla Creme Brûlée. Hubby opted for a dessert cocktail called the Carajillo. This was not a cheap endeavor by any means and our tab definitely reflected that, but, between the food, drinks and atmosphere it was worth the splurge and it was a great way to end our staycation for our friend's birthday. Already talking about coming back. read more

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Oysters were delicious and fresh. Steak was cooked to medium rare and salted well. Bearnaise sauce was also good, although the garlic spinach was on the salty side. Ambiance was fine, I sat at a hightop and the patio was open, so there was good airflow and sunlight coming in. Service was a bit slow. It's a busier time since this weekend is ComicCon, but it still took over 45 minutes for just myself to be seated at 4pm, so make sure you call ahead and reserve if possible. read more

Lou & Mickey's - Oyster half dozen sampler - Steakhouses Near Me - San Diego, California

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Before the first pitch at Petco Park- Go Dodgers!: we perched up to the bar to have lunch at Lou & Mickey's. Inside the bar and restaurant you immediately get the feel of an old-steak house mood. The exterior of the restaurant is modern looking, but once you enter, it has an elegant, classic steakhouse vibe. At the bar, I ordered the Wild Jumbo Mexican Shrimp "Louie" with 1000 Island in the side. The salad plate included fresh lettuce leaves, a ripe tomato slice, a nicely seasoned and halved deviled egg, sliced avocado, crispy cut bacon strip, celery, and five pieces of delicious shrimp. The shrimp salad is excellent. The service at the bar area is attentive, even on a busy baseball Saturday - afternoon- Go Dodgers! The bar area is lively, and the people watching is epic. Needless to say, I enjoyed my lunch at Lou & Mickey's. read more

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Went to Lou & Mickey's for my brother's birthday while in San Diego. Service was excellent and our waiter was very attentive and knew what to recommend and and very helpful which made our experience dope. We ordered the bread, prime ribeye, macaroni & cheese , mashed potatoes, asparagus & BBQ shrimp along with a cup of clam chowder. Everything we ordered was good as would most def recommend. They even talked my bro into getting a piece of cheesecake to celebrate his birthday and he enjoyed it. If u are in the gaslamp district and want a good steak I would highly recommend the restaurant read more

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One of the best Steak Houses I've been to. The service was very good. Adam was personable, friendly, and very knowledgeable. He was present, but not intrusive. My wife had a prime filet, Oscar style and she portion size of the crab was impressive. I had a 45 day dry-aged ribeye that was cooked to perfection. The horseradish sauce on the side was absolutely amazing - the depth of flavor was impressive. The quince and goat cheese spread for the bread, along with the cultured butter was very good. For dessert, we shared a cheesecake. It was maybe the best cheesecake I've ever had! read more

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Have been to L&M's a couple of times and have had some exceptional drinks and of course steaks. However service-wise, mainly the hostesses, were a little off putting. It went like this: They texted and said our table was ready a little early, great! So we headed there, only about a 10 minute walk from where I live, I gave them an eta. Made it there in 8 minutes however they gave away our table. I asked her why and she was like, please wait over there. Nearly 20 minutes another table was ready for us. Pretty irritating and zero apology. Anyways, I grabbed a manhattan for the wait which made me feel a little better. A word of the wise, go early. The reason for this is that their smaller daily cuts sell out quickly. I ordered a 16oz bone-in Ribeye however about 25 minutes later I was informed that they only had a 30 or 32 oz left. I accepted however my dining mates steaks started coming out shortly there after. Again, anyways. Steak finally come out and was amazing. However My friends were nearly done eating so I asked for a to-go container. This was a while ago and we haven't been back since. Though while I still have wonderful memories of our first dinner here after moving to San Diego, the follow-up dinner while good was marred with service issues. With so many steakhouses downtown, I might wait on this one for a while longer for another visit. read more

The steaks were absolutely delicious and cooked to perfection! While the ambiance was lovely and the service was good, the sides could use a bit of improvement. Specifically, the mac and cheese was quite bland and needed more seasoning. Overall, it was a good first experience. read more

Last Friday after a Padres game with family, we decided last minute to grab a bite to eat before heading home. I am not super familiar with the area but someone in our party suggested Lou & Mickey's having been there before, and after circling the block and checking out the other nearby offerings, we ended up here mostly due to the curb appeal of its lowly-lit, classy but cozy old-timey vibe. We rolled in quite late in the evening, but the hostess said she'd check with the manager to see if they had any availability for our party of 6, and we were seated quickly thereafter. We were brought menus - I asked whether there was a kid's menu for our 6-year-old but was informed it would be provided verbally - and our server, Adam, arrived shortly after. We placed drink orders, asked Adam questions about the menu, received some recommendations and took a few minutes to settle in and decide. We all chose something different so there were lots of options for the table - to start, we ordered a half dozen oysters (two different kinds, however I forget what they were), and the butcher's bread with the Vermont butter and whipped quince & goat cheese. Note, I am not typically a goat cheese fan but Adam assured me it wouldn't be too "goat-y" and he was absolutely correct, it was delicious. For mains we had the Chilean sea bass with an added side of the asparagus, the barrel-cut petite filet mignon (6oz) with the peppercorn sauce, a New York strip with a horseradish sauce, the teriyaki filet mignon tips, a French onion soup, a macaroni and cheese and a kid's pasta (with the spicy red sauce on the side per Adam's recommendation, as it was indeed a little spicy for the kiddo!). The petite filet mignon was the absolute star of the show for me - it was cooked perfectly and I could've (and almost did) devour the peppercorn sauce with a spoon, which was the perfect spicy, peppery accompaniment to the steak. I will say the actual plating and presentation of the petite filet was lacking, as it arrived all on its own with its little cup of sauce on a long, narrow white plate. A garnish or something else to at least add interest would've gone a long way. The asparagus we ordered for the table was also delicious, perfectly al dente, seasoned well and sprinkled with gremolata. No one loves a wilty, tough spear of asparagus so these really hit the spot. The macaroni and cheese was the weak link for me personally - it was a bit dry and underseasoned, just nothing to write home about. During our meal Adam checked in on us appropriately, ensuring we were enjoying everything, taking additional drink orders as needed, and sharing the options for dessert when our dinner was drawing to a close. He was a truly pleasant server, participating in friendly banter with our table throughout the evening, and he even helped me when I came barreling back in a short while after we'd already left to track down my glasses I'd left behind. So thanks, Adam, for ensuring our family had a great dining experience, and thank you Lou & Mickey's! We will definitely be back again. read more

As someone who grew up in San Diego I can confidently say this is one of the best steakhouses in downtown. I would say it's only real competition is Cowboy Star because all the others either left or fell off, Born & Raised is pretty but the food is mid. It's located in one of the busiest parts of downtown in the heart of Gaslamp right across from the convention center. Parking can be tricky however we found a metered spot on the street directly in front of the restaurant for our 7 PM dinner so we got very lucky. Otherwise they offer valet parking at the Hilton or you can choose one of the many pay lots around. Inside the restaurant is very large with many different dining areas and a full bar. It has a very classic theme to it very similar to an East Coast steakhouse. Our server was extremely polite and everything came out surprisingly fast. They have a very large menu filled with all sorts of great options on it, so it took some time to choose. I finally settled with starting the meal off with a Grilled Jumbo Artichoke which I thought was wonderful. Next came the Roasted Beet Salad, which I also really enjoyed. The Humboldt Fog blue cheese with it was a great combo. For my entrée I chose the 10oz Barrel Cut Filet Mignon and thought it was absolutely fantastic. It was one of the better ones I've had recently and I would highly recommend. Overall, this is a fantastic restaurant in a really lively part of San Diego and I would recommend to anyone. read more

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Sat in the bar area in a booth and the service was great! The atmosphere was dimly lit, cozy, and beautifully decorated. I enjoyed the surf and turf for dinner along with the octopus appetizer. The octopus was absolutely amazing, and the peppers added a delicious kick to an already flavorful dish. Everything was so good that I've officially added this place to my favorites! read more

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Wow!!! Its pricey but worth every bit! The martinis were perfect...the meat looked beautiful...the seafood tower was fresh and tasty..and our steaks were amazing!!! We will be repeat customers... read more

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Had a chance to dine here Saturday night around 9pm, restaurant was busy and the vibes were great. We had a great outdoor table with excellent views. Service outstanding, our server was great and very attentive. Food excellent, only hiccup all night was our calamari appetizer came out a little cold, they quickly swapped it out for a hot one. Overall, great experience. Bourbon selection could have been a little better but it's a great restaurant in a great location with an excellent vibe. Really looking forward to coming back here. read more

Lou & Mickey's - Blackened Cajun Ribeye and Macaroni & Cheese - Steakhouses Near Me - San Diego, California

Is in a great location right in downtown San Diego, but parking is honestly terrible. The closest and easiest option is using the valet about two blocks away through the Hilton Hotel. Good luck trying to find street parking or even parking in a nearby garage during busy hours. It would definitely be a huge plus if the restaurant offered valet service themselves. Once we got inside, we waited about 15 minutes for a table, which wasn't too bad considering how busy it was. The food was excellent, the service was great, and the staff was very friendly and attentive throughout the entire experience. Overall, despite the parking situation, we really enjoyed our visit and would come back again. read more

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Yummy food, constant service, old school vibes! Can't ask for more! Came for a work lunch and we all left full and ready to come back for more read more

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The food here is so good. I had the best clam chowder I've ever had and the best dressing on the fillet Cobb salad. Our service was good and attentive. The ambience was quiet because it was lunchtime and we were able to enjoy people watching and enjoy our delicious food without it being super loud. read more

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Phenomenal steakhouse and seafood restaurant. Stopped in for a dinner with family during our spring break. They didn't disappoint. Our server gave fantastic advice on the selections.The oysters are the absolute best! The crab cakes are delicious! And the filet mignon.....Perfection. One can also not forget, there is always room for dessert. The apple tart and key lime pie are a little piece of heaven. Looking forward to returning in the future! read more

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I couldn't help it, I came here 3 times while at the ESRI Conference. I LOVE the 1/2 Dungeness crab!! I hate a beet and coat cheese salad, oysters and other dishes too but my favorite was the crap! The service is awesome, super friendly and fantastic martinis! Ambience is classy, comfortable and the walls are all open to the outside so it's great to people watch. read more

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Wow! First time ever at an actual steakhouse, and I'm happy that I gave Lou and Mickeys a chance. Me and my date had took the bar seating, the open patio seating overlooking the city was beautiful as well, a great use of space. The lovely bartender tended us with intent and gratitude. I ordered me a dirty martini timpani along with some oysters thay I have ordered. The 1/2 dozen. Tge oysters are very fresh, tge ones that I have indulged in were very salty. Not like a spoiled salty, but a sea salty.. a lovely fresh oyster. My main dish was the pasta that paired along with the clams, as well as a dirty martini. The pasta was cooked to perfection as well as the sauce. Went very well with the clams. From a short trip from Los Angeles to San Diego, if I ever was to come back ago glaslamp, this restaurant is the first stop I'm going to make to indulge in my martinis and oysters! read more

Lou & Mickey's - Freshly Shucked Oyster on the 1/2 Shell - Steakhouses Near Me - San Diego, California

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I feel so lucky to have dined here! It's an old-school steakhouse with dark interiors and a meat locker! We were seated in the back of the restaurant. He ordered the margarita verde and I opted for a mocktail. Both drinks were refreshing and delicious. Complimentary bread rolls and butter was brought out. The rolls were nice and warm. We shared the artichoke as our appetizer and they were perfectly charred. For our main entree, we got the t-bone steak and mac n cheese as our side. The steak was perfectly aged and sauce was the perfect complement. We saved room for dessert too, which was a rich cheesecake. Service was very attentive and excellent. I need to back again ASAP LOL. read more

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So disappointed Walked in to a lots of open tables. I admit I didn't have a reservation. They told us 45 minutes, but when I look we were the only ones in the wait list. No way they are fully booked with reservations, it's Gaslamp. We left after 15 minutes and 5 different parties leaving with us still having a 45 minute wait. The staff really make the difference between a 1 & 5 star. read more

Lou & Mickey's - Steakhouses Near Me - San Diego, California

12/27/2025 We had dinner here since it was an easy couple minute walk from our hotel. It is located right at the west (?) end of the Gaslamp Quarter, closer to the convention center. We chose outside seating since the pouring rain finally stopped. It was also nice to people watch as we ate. Our server, Eric, was friendly and attentive. We were able to get our salad and potato split when we told him we were sharing them. Our food was pretty good. Hubby's salmon was cooked well, though it was a smaller portion than he anticipated. Luckily I had more than enough lobster tails to share with my Baked Twin Lobster Tail order. One tail was cooked really well - tender and flavorful. But for some reason the second tail just tasted okay. Parts of the second tail seemed overdone and dry. The wedge salad was ginormous! I think we each had a half of a lettuce head each. HAHAHA! The baked potato was cooked well and was almost the length of my fork. read more

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Service was good, steak was good, a bit chewy in some parts. Wagyu flight was not really worth it. read more

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One of my favorite restaurants in downtown San Diego. I don't eat as much red meat nowadays, so when I come here, I go for oysters, linguini with clams, or steamed mussels. Service is always good, and the Mojitos are awesome. read more

Lou & Mickey's - Steakhouses Near Me - San Diego, California

We were staying at the Omni hotel and were so happy to find that Lou & Mickey's was the next block over. We were able to walk in and be seated after leaving a Padres game early. The restaurant has both indoor and outdoor seating. The patio looks great for people watching. The interior gives old school classy steakhouse vibes. Christina was our server. She provided amazing service for us. I started off with the Fifth Avenue cocktail which was refreshing and light. We shared the sirloin cap which we asked to be sliced and the garlic shrimp which were huge. The steak was cooked to a perfect medium temperature and had such good flavor and seasoning that steak sauce wasn't needed. We also split the roasted broccolini which had tahini and feta cheese. Christina brought out a slice of chocolate cake for my son's birthday which was the perfect ending to our meal. A big slice of chocolate cake with gooey frosting alongside whipped cream and vanilla ice cream hit the spot after our dinner. There are so many steakhouses to dine at in the Gaslamp Quarter. Lou & Mickey's should definitely be on your list. read more

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The ambiance at Lou & Mickey's is upscale yet comfortable, making it a great place for both casual dining and special occasions. The service was attentive and knowledgeable, enhancing the overall experience. If you're in San Diego, make sure to stop by Lou & Mickey's for a meal that expertly blends fresh seafood and quality cuts of meat. Whether you're enjoying oysters or a ribeye, you're in for a treat! read more

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We were downtown on a Wednesday afternoon looking for a good happy hour. We walked into Lou and Mickey's and inquired with the sweet young woman at the hostess stand. She gave us the bad news. Lou and Mickey's has no happy hour. Only a Sad Hour at Lou and Mickey's. We've been to Lou and Mickey's and have really enjoyed the food. But c'mon Lou, c'mon Mick! You can't run a special four days a week? read more

Spectacular spot! The ribeye cooked medium rare was THICK, juicy, and cooked perfectly. My friend got the chicken pasta and wowww... that sauce was chef's kiss ‍ Service was super polite and attentive, and the ambiance felt romantic but still laid back. Perfect little date night or anniversary spot. Parking isn't the easiest since it's downtown, but definitely worth it. Will absolutely be back! read more

The food is extremely delicious The service by a Asterois was perfect. He helped us with every little thing we needed five stars for him. The ambulance was fun. We will be back soon. read more

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This is a 2.5 star for me, but dropping it down to a 2 star bc of how awful and weird the service/server was, and also how insanely overpriced this place is. To be clear: most of the food was very solid. Almost nothing to complain about in that department for me, though my husband didn't love his chicken pasta. Came here for my husband's bday dinner while visiting SD. We had a group of 6 and ordered lots of booze (good martini's and overpriced wine), appetizers and various dishes. Again most of the things were good. My garlic bread with the meatballs was rock hard but beside that everything i had was good. The biggest issue was our very cranky, very odd server who acted like our table was more of an inconvenience than anything else. Didn't get his name, but 6 of us came at 7pm on Friday July 31, and sat in the back, right next to the red private room. He was older, maybe 50s? Coulda been late 40s or even 60s tbh, had a beard / goatee of sorts. Tall-ish. But man did he not like us. Food came out in quickly and everything was fine service wise besides the fact he was just not nice. Couldn't be bothered for more than 10 second stops at our table at a time. Rolled his eyes several times. Couldn't stand the fact we had questions about the menu. My Dad isn't an easy customer but this waiter could not give a shit about the quality of his service. Even my husband who is midwestern and always sees the best in people said he was rude. The weirdest part was when i paid the bill he freaked out about the pen not being in the bill holder. He snarled at me and asked where the pen was. My uncle had taken it to doodle lol. This guy was intent on getting his pen back, that's for sure. Anywho. This is an overpriced tourist destination but if the service had been even moderately Better I'd probably give it a 4 star. read more

great place for steak & seafood. We ordered the calamari, teriyaki filet mignon, chicken Cesar salad, sirloin & cocktails and were not disappointed. Service was on point, attentive and friendly. It is a bit pricey but food was superb. Cocktails were average but overall good spot. My only issue was when you sit on the patio you are going to smell the sewage which makes it difficult to enjoy the meal but the food is delicious. Ambiance is classy and upscale, very nice read more

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My buddy and I came here for a late lunch before the Deftones show on 11/1/25, and it was a perfect choice. The location is awesome, right in the heart of it all, and the place itself has a classy, old-school steakhouse vibe with great side decor and atmosphere. Our waitress, Sabina, was awesome -- kind, helpful, and genuinely personable. We started with the Teriyaki Filet Mignon Tips, which were so good they were gone before I could even take a picture. For our main course, we both ordered the 14 oz Prime New York Strip -- I had mine with vegetables, he had his with mashed potatoes -- and we both thought everything was absolutely delicious. I had an Old Fashioned and a beer, my buddy went with a Coke, and we left full and happy. I'll definitely be back to try more dishes and to have another one of those Prime steaks. Highly recommend this spot for anyone looking for a great meal in a classy setting. read more

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