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Mastro's Steakhouse

4.0 (4.4k reviews)
Ultra High-EndSteakhouses
Closed • 5:00 pm - 9:00 PM
Updated 1 month ago

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MASTRO'S STEAKHOUSE ATMOSPHERE

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Moderate noise
Classy
Upscale
Good for groups

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Ambar C.

Great experience at Mastro's! We ordered the chef's cut ribeye, more like chef's kiss! Service was amazing! There was a bit of inconsistency with service, it was great at moments and then they don't bring your drink for a long time you check in, they said it's coming and we wait about 5 more minutes, no- for a sprite... The restroom is upstairs, so if you're in heels... it's definitely a workout. Besides my few cons, the meal was delightful. They have a parking garage close by which they do validate for.

Side car cocktail
Melissa V.

We've been coming here since it first opened and it has always been the best experience. The service is top notch from the moment you pull up to valet, to the front host desk, to the restroom attendants and of course throughout my dining. Drew is our favorite server and he never disappoints. Him and the team are attentive, polite, and accommodating. The cocktails are delicious. The steaks are hands down the best I've ever had. Mastros is and always will be our go to place for all our celebrations.

dessert spread
Alexis V.

Overall, my experience at Mastros fell flat. For the price tag, I wasn't wowed or left feeling like this is the best steak house I've been to. At the end of our meal, we unfortunately began hearing racist remarks from the table behind us, I will address that later. I do have to say, food was good here not great, service was spectacular, and i did enjoy the ambiance and the moody lighting. They had an extensive lists of cocktails and wines and I enjoyed the recommendations made to me by my server. As far as my steak, i ordered a 16 oz bone in ribeye, medium. When it came out it was rare and we had to wait some time for that to be remedied and the 300 degree hot plate we were given for our steak became cold. We had already waited over 40 minutes for this steak to come out, I was disappointed. When it returned, the steak was closer to a medium. I'm sure they expected that the plate we were going to be eating on would cook it a little more but it took a long time for the steak to return so that did not happen. For the sides, none of them stood out to me sadly, the mac and cheese was okay, mash was okay, broccolini was probably my favorite. I did enjoy the dessert presentation for the birthday girl. It had all their popular desserts, the chocolate cake, the crème brûlée, and the pound cake. I am a huge dessert person and none of these sweets left me wanting more. I was very sad, usually steakhouses have killer desserts but Mastros fell short for me. Towards the end of our meal, several times different people at our table heard the term "wet backs" from the table directly behind us. Not wanting to ruin the dinner or feed into stereotypes, we did not confront the table behind us and instead let our server know as we were leaving. What left me even more disappointed was that our server confirmed he had also heard the same words and did not address it, not wanting to believe or assume that is what the table was saying. Mastros is not a steakhouse I would return to on my own accord. Although our service was phenomenal, the sides and the desserts were not my preference at all.

Chris D.

2009 had a mediocre experience. 2017 came back and had a horrible experience. So bad in fact the manager was going to give me a large sum of credit to return but I refused. 2026 for some reason I wanted to try again. I finally experienced the 5 star Mastro experience people rave about. Tonight was pure perfection start to finish. Our waiter Antony was a true professional as was Reuben. My wife and I both ordered filet mignon. My 2017 filet was garbage. My filet tonight you could cut with a fork and was heavenly. Our sides of roasted mushrooms and truffled cauliflower were outstanding and we couldn't stop saying how good they were. Paired perfectly with a glass of French Syrah our waiter recommended. My wife cannot drink alcohol anymore and was surprised by a whole selection of very creative mocktails. She really loved her drink. The butter cake can't be beat. That was one good thing from 2009 and I have never found one that compares. It's still just as gut busting and indulgent as it was back then. The waiter kept asking "it's your birthday riiiiiiiight?" I finally agreed. This not only discounted the giant butter cake by $7 but added a slice of chocolate cake! Plus ice cream and whipped cream!!!! We could only get through half and felt our bodies shutting down but it was soooo good. I'm really glad I gave this place a 3rd try. It took almost 20 years but now I am finally a believer!

Seafood tower
Matt H.

I came here for a business event. It was my first time dining here. Overall, the experience was amazing. The valet parking was quick and painless, the old fashion drink was top notch. My favorite was the seafood tower. The oysters were fresh, the king prawns and Alaska king crab was amazing. The crab legs were so densely packed with meat and they were so easy to eat! I could literally fork it massive chunks of crab meat. The ribeye was sizzling hot and tasted wonderful but I was so stuffed by then, I took most of it home. When I ate the steak the next day, I noticed it needed a bit of salt. The service was excellent and the ambiance of the outdoor patio was perfect for the business event. The indoor private dining room was a special treat.

Dry Aged Ribeye
Cody P.

I took my sister to Mastro's to celebrate her 18th birthday. The reservation was made through the OpenTable app about a week beforehand. Parking is valet. We arrived a bit early for reservation, so we waited at a high top in the bar area (she wasn't old enough to actually sit at the bar). I enjoyed a Monkey Business cocktail while I waited - whisky with banana puree and pineapple juice. When our table was ready, a hostess came to escort us to the main dining room. The atmosphere felt very refined and classy. I really liked the dark, brooding ambiance. Our server was Josh, who took incredible care of us the entire night. He was very professional and knew the menu extremely well. A very cool detail is that the menus were customized with a birthday greeting for my sister! Oddly enough, the bread basket was not complimentary, but included a delicious variety of breads such as pretzel rolls and parmesan crisps. My sister's favorite was the parmesan crisp while mine was the onion bread. For our starter, we shared the jumbo lump crab cakes, served with a creamy and tangy remoulade. They were absolutely scrumptious. The crab tasted fresh, and the patties were hearty. At this point, I asked Josh if the bar could make me a pornstar martini. I quickly relayed the ingredients to him, vanilla vodka, passionfruit liqueur, lime, simple, and a side of prosecco, and he went to check if the bar could accommodate my request. As it turns out, they could. According to Josh, they knew exactly what it was from the name and didn't need any further details. Not only was the cocktail delicious, Josh even provided me with the shaker filled with additional cocktail inside. What amazing customer service! For my entree, at Josh's recommendation, I had the dry aged ribeye. We also got one of the specials, the Alaskan king crab and black truffle gnocchi, per his recommendation. This meal was incredible. That ribeye was magnificent. The crust was perfect, and the inside was so incredibly juicy and tender. The gnocchi was divine. The flavors were so indulgent - creamy, rich, and laden with chunks of luxurious Alaskan king crab. My mouth is watering as I think back on this dish. This was one of the best meals I've ever had in my life. For dessert, we had a slice of rich chocolate cake on the house, accompanied by raspberries, a chocolate and caramel drizzle, and a silver platter of whipped cream. We had an amazing experience at Mastro's. A special thanks to Josh taking such good care of us the entire night. I am already anticipating my next visit.

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Dennis T.

Although Diane and I had been to a Mastro's Ocean Club several times, we had never before dined at a Mastro's Steakhouse. We found them to be very comparable: classy, sophisticated, and praiseworthy for both food and service. Celebrating Mother's Day for two mothers, and my granddaughter's 14th birthday, we began with a nice assortment of bread products, Shrimp Cocktail, and Bigeye Ahi Tartare. The shrimps were large, and the tuna melt-in-your-mouth delicious. I could not finish a large crock of French Onion Soup, and only ate half of Mastro's House Salad, which was riddled with shrimp. The part left behind sufficed nicely as an entire lunch for me the next day. While I selected flaky Chilean Sea Bass for my main, Diane splurged on a Jumbo 14 oz. Lobster Tail, and my daughter and granddaughter both opted for a 16 oz. New York Strip Steak adorned with Truffle Butter. For sides, Diane liked her large loaded Baked Potato, and I was fond of the ceamy white Scalloped Potatoes. For dessert the birthday girl enjoyed s slice of complimentary Special Occasion Cake, while Diane tried a dense slice of Pecan Pie, and my daughter and I shared an order of Chocolate Covered Strawberries. Service by Anony was five stars all the way, and so was our entire experience here.

Chopped salad - could've better without the blue cheese
Lyle O.

A little dark and intimate dining with my wife celebrating our 17yrs together, couldn't have asked for a more pleasant dining experience. Thank you to everyone at Mastro's who made our special day memorable. Sara our waitress was excellent. Welcomed us and congratulated us on our special day and showed extra care explaining the drink and dining menus. We ordered 6oz & 8oz filets, garlic mashed potatoes and brussel sprouts. The bread basket was an excellent variety of breads (a must order). Everything was delicious. I forgot to mention the hostess was very nice and welcoming as well. We were greeted and exited with nice pleasantries. Valet parking $10.00 for those who are wondering.

Wagyu certification. The meat was excellent.
Lisa L.

Mastro's doesn't feel special anymore, or at least it didn't last night. The service was more like a Denny's. We arrived early and had a drink at the bar. When the hostess came to get us she told us to cash out and then we followed her and carried our own drinks thru the busy place as they sloshed around. She put the two of us at a table for four with screaming kids at the table next to us. I asked to be moved to a table for two. She looked like a deer in the headlights. When the waiter came by he shoved four menus at us and walked away, never introducing himself. When we eventually ordered, I asked him how the chef suggests cooking the Japanese wagyu and he said, "however you want", I asked again same answer. We asked for a recommendation for a glass of wine to go with the steak, he didn't give one just said the entire list has been sampled so if you don't like it just tell me. Huh? The food was great. The service was not. And this Maestro's location felt completely off brand. This was not fine dining. I expect more from Mastro's. We have been to many other locations for our anniversary dinners as that's our tradition but I would not return to the one in Costa Mesa. We had better service earlier that day at Mi Casa!

Serena L.

Came for the Mother's Day brunch at $150/person and left disappointed. Half the spread was standard breakfast stuff: eggs, bacon, sausage, potatoes. The quality was one step above a complimentary hotel breakfast, and nothing that tasted special enough to justify the price. The seafood tower was tucked at the very end of the buffet line with one person in charge of passing things out, so you had to wait through the already long line just to get to it. Also, it felt dishonest for them to advertise a "seafood tower" on the menu and not actually give out a seafood tower for the table when people are paying $150/pp. There was ONE carving station for the entire restaurant which meant you'd have to endure a 15+ minute wait just to get a plate, and some people waited even longer. And they only offered one complimentary drink (including coffee) per guest. And if you wanted a soda, you'd have to pay $5 more. Insane and stingy for the price. Our group ended up over $1,100 all in and it was a total rip off. Disappointing experience coming from Mastros - totally felt like a cash grab.

the cutest desserts platter (best of 3)
Mindy V.

I can't believe I haven't had the chance to review this place, Mastro's steakhouse is by far my favorite steak spot ever! i've been to many locations in the past (including the ocean club and in LA) but I'm local to OC and Costa Mesa location does not disappoint! Came here to celebrate my birthday on 7/23/26 with my husband, Mastros was my pick for the night to enjoy and indulge! I had the best time and couldn't be happier. Food: I am obsessed with their bone in ribeye and lobster mashed potatoes, if there's one thing you need to try-- its these items from the menu! I've always gotten a ribeye here because I love their flavors and you can sense the quality of prep they put into these dishes; lobster potatoes are also a top contender because its just so buttery and flavorful with plentiful of lobster bits inside. I got these two delicious items along with an appetizer of meat balls and main salad for my husband. Parking: valet only, tips suggested after leaving (optional) Ambiance: perfect for a celebration, date night, or any outing (can dress up or semi casual) Service: absolutely amazing, our main server was Kevin and he was just wonderful; he was so attentive and so kind, always checking in to make sure we were doing well and made sure our experience was going well. I loved that the desserts platter had my name beautifully written and personalized for my birthday! This was probably the highlight of my night and made it all the more special. Thank you Mastros for always giving me such amazing memories and celebrating another year of life!

Jeiny R.

I expected the food to be overrated but I was wrong. My bf brought me for my birthday and I loved it. Everything was delicious. Can't wait to come back! Bread service: 9/10 must get! Calamari: 9/10 Chef's cut ribeye 33oz: 1000/10 ordered medium rare and it was cooked to perfection. We got a side of truffle butter to go with the steak. It was yummy but tbh the steak was good all on its own. Garlic mashed potatoes: 10/10 Broccolini: 8/10 Butter cake: 6/10 it was okay but I expected more from all the hype it gets. I wouldn't order it again. Chocolate cake: 10/10 it was so rich! Best chocolate cake I've had so far. I'm not a sweets person but it's not too overly sweet. Ambience is upscale, luxurious and lively. Their lighting is very warm and dim that gives it a classic steakhouse elegance. Our server was awesome and a professional. Although he was busy he kept checking up on us.

Dungeness Crab Cocktail - Delish, I love crab!!!
Danielle A.

Came here last night for our anniversary dinner. 5 starts for the food & service. Our server Drew was fantastic and really wanted to make sure we had a good time and that we got everything we wanted and more. He offered to take pictures for our anniversary and was genuinely happy to help us for the evening. He was so friendly, personable and attentive. We've been to Mastros before in multiple locations and this was by far the best experience we've had. THANK YOU DREW ! Honestly surpassed all of our expectations (and set the bar even higher for our next visit lol) ! For the food we had the delicious bread basket, the Dungeness crab cocktail, steak, crab cakes, Mac and cheese, spinach and cauliflower. They blessed us with a decadent chocolate cake and we ordered the butter cake of course!

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How is the patio seating here?

It's ok but it's overlooking a parking lot. Not exactly the greatest view

Can I use a Landry's giftcard here?

Gift cards I believe so, but sadly, no to the acceptance of Landry's rewards, nor do you earn points here. As of Dec 2025

Does anyone know if they have EV chargers when you valet?

Unfortunately, they do not

Can you wear see through dress to Mastro's?

Mastro's enforces a strict upscale dress code. We do not allow beachwear, gym attire including sweatpants, sweatshirts or hoodies. Athletic apparel, jerseys, hats, beanies, bandanas, ball caps, oversized or baggy clothing, tank tops, and sleeveless… 

Is there a dress codes? I was wondering if kids could wear shorts.

I didn't see any small kids there. I would say it is more a place for 13 and up. From the restaurant:… 

Good place to for family night out? We have a 5y/o boy?

Def not discouraged, he will be fine. He may be bored though.

How much should I expect to pay for a dinner for two?

Depends of you want leftovers. For myself I got a steak, 2 sides, 1 cocktail and paid 140 not including tip, but I had plenty of food left over

Are nice jeans acceptable attire?

For sure

Does the bread service come with refills?

It used to pre Covid. They charge for the bread basket and for refills.

What's the difference between "standard seating" and "high top seating" and which is preferred?

Standard seating is in the dinning room, high top seating is in the bar/lounge, where there is live music and a better party type atmosphere.

Does maestro's offer cork fee?

I just called today and the woman said $50 per regular bottle. 😱

Is a reservation required for bar area?

No.

Is live music still happening on weekends & what kind of music?

Hi Jacqueline, we have live music every night. Our artist varies depending on the night. Thank you.

Is it Baby friendly?

I do not recommend bringing your baby to this restaurant. There is usually live music and it is too loud for a baby.

How do i request a personalized menu?

What do you mean personalized? As in a happy birthday menu? Just request it when you make a reservation. If you want a personalized meal that would be a bit more complex that you would have to work with the restaurant manager

What nights of the week have live music?

Sunday - Thursday: 6:00 PM - 10:00 PM Friday - Saturday: 6:30PM - 10:30 PM

Do they allow you to bring your child?

Yes.

Do you have outdoor dining in this Costa Mesa location?

There is a covered patio you can request, but most of the seating is indoor

Which location do you recommend for 1st time to take my husband out for his Birthday coming from Riverside during the week?

Costa Mesa. Don't forget to order the butter cake!

What is your current corkage fee?

50 dolllars

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We came here to celebrate a Life "Level up" with drinks, dinner, and dancing. The food is very…read moregood. The pork chop and Wagyu were particular standouts. I had the west cliff salad and it was very satisfying. We also ordered a pumpkin tart to share. I love pumpkin and this tart was delicious. Service is great. Full bar. Plentiful parking in back lot. Please come and create your own adventure.

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An amazing dining experience. I try to make it once a month with my significant other. The steaks…read moreare ALWAYS top tier. The filet mignon is fantastic, my favorite is the porcini rubbed balsamic glazed bone in ribeye. One of the best steaks I've ever had in my life and consistently cooked to perfection. The manager visits each table and ensures that every experience is to your liking. Cody, our server the last time we went, is the reason I took the time to write out this review. The service is always impeccable they go above and beyond and their product knowledge is impressive. Additional items on the menu I recommend, the coconut cream pie is their best desert, followed by the cheesecake. The lobster Mac and cheese is phenomenal.

CRAB CAKES!!! If you've been here you know nothing more needs to be said. Was here for lunch today…read more Before today I had only been here for dinner. Hamburgers rocked. 2 people had the wagyu lunch special burgers, 1 had the steak frites. I had the regular menu Hamburger. While lunch at Capitol Grille is very good, dinner is even better. Never leave without having the crab cakes! I do recommend asking for some extra sauce that they put under them.

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The Capital Grille - Lobster Mac 'N' Cheese – Made with freshly poached lobster and topped with a Grana Padano crust.

Lobster Mac 'N' Cheese – Made with freshly poached lobster and topped with a Grana Padano crust.

The Capital Grille - Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail served with housemade mustard sauce.

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4.7(337 reviews)
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If you are looking for a hidden gem in Costa Mesa, this spot is an absolute must-visit. From the…read moremoment you step inside, you are greeted by an adorable interior and decor that cleverly and beautifully matches the restaurant's theme. ​ ​Every single item we ordered from the menu was exceptional: ​Beet Salad & Bone Marrow: Both made for fantastic starters, setting a high bar for the meal. ​Beef Tartare: Served with house-made potato chips that are a masterclass in texture--thin, fried, airy, and crispy all at the same time. ​Steak and Fries: Classic execution and wonderfully prepared. ​Duck Confit: Superb. The pairing of the rich mole sauce and sweet potato puree takes the dish to an entirely different level, complementing each other effortlessly. ​Baklava Cheesecake: A creative and delicious twist on a classic. The cream cheese filling is light rather than dense, and instead of a traditional graham cracker crust, it features a fantastic baklava crust. It is nicely balanced and not overly sweet, though you will definitely want to pair it with a cup of coffee to finish it off. ​ ​Service: The staff is exceptionally friendly, highly attentive, and organized, making you feel well cared for throughout the meal. ​Portions: Portions are slightly on the smaller side. My husband and I ordered three appetizers and two main entrees to share, and we were still quite hungry by the end--so you may want to order an extra dish or side if you have a hearty appetite! ​Overall, a wonderful dining experience with incredible flavors and charming ambiance. Highly recommended!

Very cute restaurant serving fusion cuisine, sort of a mix between Spanish and traditional…read moreSteakhouse fare. Our server was very talkative and did a good job at suggesting dishes. We had the Duck and Steak frites. The duck was my personal favorite of the two. One duck leg set in a flavorful mole sauce that made the dish incredibly delicious. The steak was cooked perfectly to my liking although it was a bit tough. The French fries were addictive. Seasoned well and oh so crispy! They were some of the best I've had!

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Lemon & Thyme - Peaches and burrata salad (seasonal)

Peaches and burrata salad (seasonal)

Lemon & Thyme - Peaches and burrata (seasonal)

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4.5(804 reviews)
4.4 mi
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Oak & Coal was an excellent experience from start to finish! The atmosphere is stylish, welcoming,…read moreand has a unique vibe that makes it stand out from other restaurants. It's the kind of place that feels perfect for a date night, a special occasion, or just getting together with friends for a great meal. The attention to detail throughout the restaurant really adds to the overall experience, and the ambiance makes it easy to relax and enjoy your time there. The food was delicious, beautifully presented, and well worth coming back for. The service also helped make the experience even better, with a welcoming environment that made the visit feel special. I always appreciate a restaurant that puts effort into both the quality of the food and the overall atmosphere, and Oak & Coal definitely delivers on both. If you're looking for a place with great food, a memorable atmosphere, and a great setting for a night out, I would absolutely recommend giving Oak & Coal a try. Definitely a five-star experience, and I'm looking forward to coming back again!

This place has so many good reviews, my friend and I decided to try it. There was already a small…read moreline before they opened. We got seated pretty quickly once they opened and they ask you if you would like to sit in the main dining area or the oak room. The food was delicious, specifically their wagyu and unagi skewers. My problem was the service. In the whole hour we were there, our server checked in on us once to refill our water. We didn't get our unagi skewers until 30 mins after everything else. We thought he forget to place our order. We were gonna place more food orders but we didn't want to wait. Our server was busy helping all the tables in the main dining room. They seemed to have two other people working but only running food and bussing tables. I would imagine a place that charges so much for food would have better service.

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Steamed Chicken Lemongrass Dumplings

ARC Restaurant Food & Libations - Duck Taco

ARC Restaurant Food & Libations

3.9(1.9k reviews)
2.5 mi
•$$

Really enjoyed my meal at Arc Libations! The potatoes were SO good, and the sauce paired with them…read moreperfectly. The steak was also cooked perfectly and had great flavor. The drinks are handcrafted and definitely worth trying. My favorite was the one that reminded me of a Lemon Drop. The Brussels sprouts were unfortunately way too salty for my taste. Service was decent and friendly, although not overly attentive. Overall, I really enjoyed the food and drinks and would come back to try more of their menu!

I honestly struggled on this, whether to give a three or a four and I really want to be fair which…read moreI will do in my review. I think based on the reputation, atmosphere and vibe I was expecting something different. The food was good. The service was good. Comfort was good. Not excellent...not very good...good. The Tart Flambe, Wedge Salad and Mama's Casserole were all good and well prepared, but I didn't think any of the items were outstanding in my opinion. Service was good and certainly adequate but again not outstanding atmosphere was comfortable, but they have those small metal chairs that have no back and it was basically just like sitting on a metal folding chair. I realize that the steaks and specialty cocktails are the star of the show here, but I think the supporting cast could be a bit better.

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ARC Restaurant Food & Libations - Indoor Christmas time

Indoor Christmas time

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ARC Restaurant Food & Libations - CIGARETTES & COFFEE - rye, smoke, coffee

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CIGARETTES & COFFEE - rye, smoke, coffee

SET Steak & Sushi

SET Steak & Sushi

4.0(960 reviews)
4.8 mi
•$$$

I've been here a couple times. And it's a wonderful place to celebrate…read more If you like to enjoy a more slow pace dinner? This is not for you lol. SET, is very lively. It's inside the pendry Hotel (so you know it's going to be good) This place gets extremely busy. So I highly recommend making a reservation. I made one, and boom, that easy. (I did come on a Tuesday at 7 and the patio was packed. But not so much inside) They have outdoor seating. Which, is actually really nice at night time They offer valet parking The previous times I've been here, service was just ok. It's always been extremely busy and the staff is always trying their best. However, this time they knocked it out of the park. We checked in and our table was immediately ready. (Normally, there's a wait. And my party and I just hang out at the lobby / lounge area right outside the entrance to SET. They have some comfortable chairs) -bonus points for their restroom being extremely clean as well When we got seated they first tried putting us on the patio. This is a little warning! I was wearing very skinny D&G heels, and mine got completely stuck on the wood patio between the wooden cracks. I'm talking completely stuck... I had to take my heels off and bend down to YANK them out of the patio. This is not a casual place. So, ladies! Be very careful with your heels if you decide to sit outside. Again, it is beautiful out there, they are playing the best music (from the early 2000s while we were there) they have nice lighting outside and they have nice heaters Alton, was our waiter. He was very attentive. He had a few tables and yet he did a good job at taking care of all of us. He answered allllll the questions I had. And my friend had a bunch since she was a first timer. We wanted a larger steak to share. Alton even gave us some suggestions like a chocolate steak (a wagyu and the cattle is fed chocolate to give it a certain sweet taste) which I thought was so interesting. I guess I am not cultured enough for this because I've never heard of it We went with -24oz Holstein Bone-In Ribeye, a dry-aged specialty beef cut sourced from cattle raised in Brawley, California (We did not order any sides with this. However, I was craving the vodka pasta and we ordered it as it comes as an entree and shared it with the steak) -SPICY RIGATONI ALLA VODKA Calabrian Chili, Parmesan, Spicy Vodka Cream Sauce Ambiance was beautiful Staff was friendly and always there if you needed anything When it came to dessert, we asked a waitress walking by which one she suggested (bring back the carrot cake. Alton said they haven't had it here for a long time) We went with -WARM CHOCOLATE PUDDING CAKE Graham crunch, caramel, vanilla bean gelato The only downfall was? The dessert took about 20 minutes to come out (could have been longer) it wasn't just our table, it was 3 that we could see. So they might have had to bake them freshly? Alton, did apologize (we never asked him what took so long or made a fuss) but he did take it off the bill because he said we had to wait so long If you are craving steak and are tired of going to Mastros or ocean 48. I highly recommend switching it up and coming here

Our group went to SET for celebrating my sister's birthday on Friday night. We were expecting a…read moreluxury dining experience but ended up with nothing but disappointment and frustration. Our table was reserved at 8:15, but to be seated at 8:45. It took 15' for us to get the menu, and another 15' to be ordered. Same with other customer that had bad experience here, we were charged 22% gratuity but the server barely checked on our table throughout the evening. Generous tip is not a big problem with us, yet the service was far from what we would expect. After the salad and a small pizza, the server cleared our plates and seemingly forgot about us. Another 15 minutes for the remaining food, and we eventually had to wait another 10' just to find a server to ask him bring us the new plates and folks. We brought a birthday cake and now I notice in my bill, the quantity of outside dessert fee is 2. Not quite understand about this. When the cake was brought out, they didn't provide a knife. We immediately asked for one and were told that the staff would cut the cake for us. Yet, we had to wait another 15 minutes before we could even get a server's attention to follow up and ask for a knife again. We never expected dinner to take this long. What should have been a special birthday celebration turned into an exhausting evening of waiting, chasing down servers, and repeatedly asking for things that should have been taken care of without us having to ask. We finally left the restaurant at 10:20 PM, much later than expected, which completely disrupted the rest of our birthday plans. Sad that my sister's birthday now become an unpleasant experience that we will remember every time we think back on her birthday.

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SET Steak & Sushi
SET Steak & Sushi
SET Steak & Sushi

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Vaca - Panza de Cerdo. Y Tetas de Mami

Vaca

3.9(2k reviews)
0.2 mi
•$$$

We came with a large group for a birthday and got to try a bunch of dishes! Everything was really…read moregood, but the paellas were my favorite. Tapas tried: - Tostada de Atun 5/5: really tender yellowfin poke on a crispy tostada. The yuzu aioli was perfect on it - Pulpo à la Gallega 5/5: really tender and flavorful octopus - Vieras à la Plancha 5/5: large tender scallops in a flavorful sauce - Gambas Al Ajillo 4/5: the shrimps were really large but it didn't stand out for me - Coliflor 4/5: solid cauliflower dish! Paellas and Steak: - Paella Valenciana 5/5: this was our favorite paella out of the 3. The chorizo added more savoriness vs just having seafood - Paella de Carne 4.5/5: very savory and flavorful with generous amount of meat. The beef cheek was sooo tender - Paella de Mariscos 4/5: solid seafood paella, but the other two with meat in it elevated the flavor of the rice - New York Strip 3.5/5: good steak but basic. Wouldn't order this again over the paella and tapas. The sauces it came with were a nice addition

We went here for dinner last night before we watched Beauty and the Beast at Segerstrom. We had…read morebeen once before years ago, and the food and drinks were delicious. We loved the vibes and were excited to come back. I highly suggest you call in advance (if you're watching a show) and book a reservation. Luckily, we arrived a little after they opened and we were able to sit at the charcuterie table. Their sangrias are still the best I've ever had. However, the paella and churros were just okay. The rice was overcooked, the churros were kind of dense, and the chocolate sauce was thick. I don't remember it tasting like that before. Maybe they changed their recipe? We'd still come back to try other items on the menu and of course, their sangrias!

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Vaca - Sat at the bar...nice.

Sat at the bar...nice.

Vaca - Seafood Paella Valenciana

Seafood Paella Valenciana

Vaca - Churro con chocolate & basque cheesecake

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Churro con chocolate & basque cheesecake

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