This was on our bucket list for quite awhile. We tried to come here for Valentine's Day, but they were booked solid a month out, so we settled for the day before Valentine's (which is fine). We were greeted by our waiter and were promptly served with fresh baked rolled to start. We went ahead and ordered a couple of apps- crispy shrimp deviled eggs and the chef's cut hanging bacon. The crispy shrimp on top of the deviled eggs was bomb! There were 3 flavors for the bacon, our favorite was the truffle honey. To be honest, we ordered it purely based on presentation, however we were also rewarded with great flavor as well! For our entrees, we both went with the steak entrees (his was New York with blue cheese and mine was steak farina).we paired it with blistered shishito peppers. My steak was cooked to perfection and the favor was on point! My boo's entree wasn't nearly as good. He asked for medium rare, but it came out a bad overcooked. He has a bit disappointed. Outside of that, the flavor was good due to the crusted blue cheese. Pros: Lively vibe Attentive wait staff Cons: Slightly overcooked steak Pricey Overall, this is a great fine dining establishment that takes great care in customer service and aesthetics. If not for the small mishap on the steak, I would have given this a 5 star rating. read more

We went here to celebrate our 22nd Anniversary. The restaurant was very elegant and I'm glad they have a dress code. We had the best service and our waiter was so helpful in making our food choices. The food was amazing especially their steaks and side dishes. We got a complimentary dessert to celebrate our Anniversary and a lovely card from management with a nice note to us. I definitely would go back. It's a little pricey but well worth it. Amazing experience at this restaurant read more

For a $900 dinner for four, the service was unacceptable. We were seated at 9:40 PM, requested house and sparkling water, the sparkling water never arrived. We then waited roughly 15 minutes without a single check-in, even after our full party was seated. I had to flag down a staff member just to confirm we had a server. Angela eventually stepped in and was attentive, but the initial neglect set the tone. Food: * Australian Wagyu Ribeye & Filet (8/10) - Quality cuts, under-seasoned. * Corn Crème Brûlée, pork belly and Crispy shrimp (10/10) - Excellent. * House Bread (1/10) - Major miss due to the popcorn flavor and mushy dough. Service matters as much as food. We won't be returning. read more

Steak 48 Del Mar - Crispy Shrimp - Steakhouses Near Me - Del Mar, California

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Came here for a birthday, I had high expectations for this restaurant after seeing the reviews on Google and Yelp, but it was a very mediocre visit. We were not greeted upon check in, the hostess gave us a weird look like we weren't dressed right for this fancy place, even though we were. We were finally seated after some time, the ambiance was nice, but it was very dark inside, as was the hall going to the bathroom, it was a very dark hall that was hard to tell if there are more bathrooms available or a utility room at the end. Our server was okay, it was hard to hear him because he spoke in low tone. When we tried to ask him anything, he would leave as we were mid sentence or ignored us. Not what I was expecting from a place like this where I planned to spend a lot. We got some honey butter bread for the table which was really popular and delicious, and reminded my of Pillsbury rolls. We then ordered a Cobb salad and an a la carte seafood tower of king crab legs, oysters and giant shrimp that tasted very fresh. For our main course we ordered the scallops and the large ribeye steak, I requested medium well but it was still raw and undercooked in some areas and then very burnt everywhere else. It was also mostly fat unfortunately and bland, so I only got a small portion for the $80 price. My dogs enjoyed the rest of the fatty steak. Besides the bread, the only other thing we enjoyed here was their key lime pie dessert that was a very shareable size and had a nice tangy taste. We were not very impressed with this restaurant, especially for the price we paid, it was very disappointing. There are better steakhouses our there, don't waste your money here. read more

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For our 10th anniversary, we wanted to celebrate somewhere that felt just as special as the milestone itself--and Steak 48 in Del Mar was everything we hoped for and more. From the moment we walked in, the experience felt elevated yet warm. The ambiance was romantic and refined--dim lighting, elegant decor, and that subtle hum of excitement in the air that lets you know you're in for a treat. We were lucky enough to be seated in a cozy booth, perfect for soaking in the moment without feeling too tucked away. Our waiter, Bryce, absolutely made the night. Attentive without being overbearing, genuinely kind, and so knowledgeable about the menu--you could tell he really wanted to make our evening memorable. (Mission accomplished.) Just when we thought it couldn't get any better, Bryce surprised us with a beautiful anniversary dessert--the triple chocolate bombe, plated with "Happy Anniversary" written in chocolate. It was thoughtful, unexpected, and the perfect sweet ending to an incredible night. If you're looking for a place to celebrate something meaningful--or just want to feel like you're celebrating something meaningful--this is it. We walked out full, happy, and already planning our next visit once we land back in Chicago! read more

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Let me just say, I've been dying to try this restaurant out and I'm glad I was able to do so! Dark & moody, this place definitely has the vibes of classic steak restaurant. What I had - Bread Rolls - I usually don't mention the bread but this was so good! Warm & buttery, this was delicious! Chefs Cut Hanging Bacon - 4 slabs of generously cut sweet bacon can easily be shared. Torched Scallops & Caviar - Scallops were so tender! Shisito Peppers - You get quite a bit for this! Maine Lobster Escargot - There's no escargot in this dish, it's lobster that plates in an escargot platter. Perfect bite sized app. - Crème Brûlée Corn (not pictured, they served it before I can snap a pic) - Sweet & creamy, highly recommend! Brussel Sprouts - So flavorful with candied bacon mixed within. Japanese Wagyu Filet (special, off menu) - One of the best steaks I've had! Nice sear and melt in your mouth tenderness on the inside. Loved all the desserts- Peanut Butter Pie - Art in an of itself with a powerful peanut butter flavor. Red Velvet Bread Pudding - Rich & delicious, topped with vanilla ice cream. ‍Key Lime Pie - Tart & sweet, perfect spring dessert. Cookies & Cream Gelato Cake - Loved the ice cream cake because this can be shared! Donuts - The beignets on the tree were so good! This was also off menu Service was on point! They even served us the side dishes. One of my friends spilled her drink and they readily laid white napkins to cover it up so that we don't accidentally soil our sleeves. They constantly checked up on us and water glasses were constantly filled. Valet available but if there's no parking right in front, there's plenty of parking a little further out. Reservations def recommended as it was packed on a Wednesday night! read more

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We came here for my Wife's birthday and it just wasn't what I was expecting. First the bathrooms, were interesting, basically everyone door was a private stall. Which is nice, but I had to get in line and wait, behind like 8 other people I think people take allot more time reading their phone when they are in their own private bathroom. I also noticed they were out of toilet gaskets etc, and the floor was wet. The dining area was very dark, some light beams were shining through the curtains and I could see what appeared to be allot of dust in the air which was surprising. They sat us at a table and I was CONSTANTLY getting bumped by the waiters and servers walking by. Like Every time they would pass, I would get run into, and I wasn't exactly sticking out, although the person on the other side of me may have been. I ended up sitting next to my wife instead of across from her. The waiter was ok, he answered our questions fine etc, but the service was slow, the people next to us were seated much later than us, and finished before us. And I mean a significant time difference not just 10-15 minutes. I ran out of my drink / available water several times, and left thirsty. The food was over-priced. It was good, but I'm talking about $12 a shrimp, for a cold shrimp! So, 4 shrimp cocktail was $48 alone. Not $40 for 4 shrimp, $48...+ tax and tip oof. My wife's steak was overcooked, but I took a bite and it still tasted fine to me. My scallops were amazing. Still over priced for the tiny portion, but there was no sand to be found in them, and they were cooked perfectly. Maybe the best I have ever had. The bread rolls and wedge salad were pretty good too. The Key lime pie desert had finger-lime caviar on top which was a nice touch! Over all the experience was not completely bad, but I don't think I will go back. I'd rather go to other steak houses for the money. I just can't see the value vs other options. read more

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One of my favorite places to get a good juicy steak with great service food and drinks the staff here is amazing.. read more

Steak 48 Del Mar - Martini - Steakhouses Near Me - Del Mar, California

8oz filet delish+ hassleback potatoes + we also ordered the chicken fried lobster.. That was pricey but fun. Loved the bartenders and ambience definitely my new go to spot;) Can't wait to try other things, everything looked good;) Oh and the toilet was heated;) Bread was delicious definitely get that ;) read more

Steak 48 Del Mar - Filet + - Steakhouses Near Me - Del Mar, California

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So I went to Steak 48... and after lunch they handed me a warm lavender-infused towel to clean my hands. Now listen... I'm used to getting towels after other activities but after a steak?! Yeah... I'm impressed. The luxury. The care. The experience. 10/10. Iykyk. read more

For this price range and perceived quality the experience was meh. Went for a private event, since we were early stopped at the bar for a cocktail. The service and quality of drinks at the bar were what I expected. Unfortunately it went downhill once we were shown into the private dining room. In summary, drinks were left without being refilled unless we asked; they had a time limit for the dining room, but were exceptionally slow in getting things out; the steaks were not prepared according to our requests, nothing special about the sides or desserts and it was a cramped space. Drinks: some ordered sodas, which were not refilled unless it was brought to their attention. Steaks: I ordered a 12 ounce bone-in filet, cooked medium. It started out, medium, proceeded to medium rare and towards the end it was so rare I could not eat it. Hubby ordered a bone-in ribeye, cooked, medium rare. It was more medium and much thinner cut than what I'd expect at a steakhouse. Other misses included asking for butter on the side twice, which was never brought out. I hate sounding like a complainer, but at this price point there are expectations and this is not our first rodeo as they say. read more

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We just celebrated our 34th wedding anniversary for dinner and it also was our first time dining at S48. Our experience could not have been better! We had the most amazing experience and were treated so well starting with our booth we were given. It was located deep within the restaurant where their 2nd bar is. We were greeted with a had written congratulatory card signed by Kris, the GM of S48. Our server Conner took outstanding care of us the entire night, as did the others who assisted with our dinner service (Darren & Derek). We loved their house bread which was hot off the oven and soo good! We followed that with their delicious Hamachi Yellowtail appetizer, before sharing their 18oz bone-in filet mignon with truffle butter, sautéed mushrooms, and shells (macaroni) & cheese. Everything was cooked to our liking and it was all mouth watering good! My wife had their walnut cocktail followed by a dark rye Basil Hayden, while I opted for a non-alcoholic Athletic "upside down" beer. To cap off the dinner, Conner suggested his favorite dessert, their key lime pie, which we savored so much, we ate just a portion so we could have more upon arriving home. One of the dining room managers, Peter, dropped by to ensure everything was to our liking. We can't believe it took so long for us to try S48 and wished we had dined here much earlier. S48's definitely in our top 2 as far as steakhouses in San Diego county! We can't brag about this restaurant enough... read more

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My husband has said it's the best steak of its life and we've had our fair share! We took my out of town brother visiting from Hawaii. And he too is a steak fanatic. He favors Born and Raised so we wanted to give him some competition. Dylan our server for the night was up for the challenge. Absolutely stellar service from him from beginning to end. He was quite funny and just made for a memorable evening. He recommended an off the menu New York strip. I don't even know how but this was one of the best steaks I've ever had. Perfectly charred but the buttery, salty flavor was perfect! Had mine medium rare and my husband's was rare plus. My brother ordered the 45 dry aged ribeye and he agreed my cut was superior. The mushrooms were a nice accompaniment. The desserts sealed the deal. The butter cake with vanilla ice cream was the best! Followed by the key lime pie and peanut butter tort. Dylan even gave us lavender wash cloths to clean our hands for a spa ambience. I love the experience at Steak 48! read more

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Celebratd 15th anniversary and the service accommodated so well it almost felt like I had the entire dinner revolve around us. Absolutely love it, I've been to 48 in Beverly Hills and I'm shocked Del Mar lived up the name. Thanks everyone! read more

Amazing steakhouse in Del Mar! Located in the Del Mar Highlands shopping center. There is plenty of parking but they have valet services too. The restaurant is absolutely gorgeous! Dimly lit, romantic, great for special occasions & large parties. The restaurant layout is kind of a maze & the walkways are narrow, but we got a nice tour where we saw displays of their desserts, seafood & wine selection. Our server was lovely! He was so friendly, gave fantastic recommendations & checked in on us frequently. All the workers we encountered were nice & professional. Stone Fruit Martini: One of the best martinis I have ever had! Sweet & refreshing, all the ingredients meshed perfectly. & they gave the shaker too so I was able to enjoy another glass! Bread: Complimentary. Buttery, flaky. Crispy Shrimp: Super flavorful, sweet & slightly spicy. It was crisped perfectly too. Filet Mignon: Sautéed Bleu Cheese. Incredibly tender & juicy. King Crab, Shrimp, Shells & Cheese: So, so creamy & they are generous with the crab & shrimp. Chef Daniel's Au Gratin Potatoes: I am not really an Au Gratin Potatoes gal, but this was good. 45 Day Dry Aged Bone-In Ribeye: My husband loved this & could not stop gushing about how perfect it was & I agree. Ultimate Warm Vanilla Caramel Cake: The best way to end a savory meal. Not overly sweet. Delicious! We are so looking forward to going back! read more

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First time dining here. Sis and bro in law took me out. My go to steak spot in SD is usually Born and Raised - for those steak aficionados, you know what I'm talking about. Ambiance - 5/5 Service - 5/5 Food - 5/5 Upscale and elegant ambiance. Has that modern vibe to it. We came on a Wednesday night; made a reservation but can probably walk in and dine at the bar for a party of 3. The complimentary bread is damn good. To me, it's like a buttery croissant! We ordered the recommended Gold Tier NY Strip, which was off the menu as well as the 45 day dry aged bone-in rib eye. Gold Tier NY STRIP was like butter. It did not disappoint. 45 day dry aged ribe eye was very good as well. However, the Gold Tier NY was better IMO. Drinks were as expected for this tier of fine dining. Desserts were great. Tried peanut butter pie, the ultimate, and key lime pie. All we're good! If you like dessert, highly recommend any one of these. Last but not least, service was excellent. Shout out to Dylan! Thank you for making our dining experience wonderful. I'll have to bring wifey here next time. read more

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Steak 48 is a favorite of my boyfriend and I. We have been doing our anniversary dinners here for 2 years in a row. Both times received excellent service and food. We were sat in a little secluded booth with great ambiance. This most recent time we decided to go all out and get some off menu items. Drinks were yummy and strong I got the Paloma and he got the margarita. We got the burrata as an appetizer and it was delicious and fresh. Potatoes au gratin were a nice pairing, mushroom side was okay. I got the rack of lamb and I love lamb so safe to say I was blown away by the flavor and cook. My boyfriend got the 12 ounce gold grade New York strip and that was genuinely the best steak either of us have ever had in our lives. Our server Bryan O'Malley was beyond excellent, very knowledgeable, and made our night. Also shoutout to server Jayden for also stopping by for a chat. Highly recommend for a dinner you will not forget!! read more

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Wooooow! One of the best meals I've ever had! If you want the same experience I had, order the 45 day dry-aged bone-in ribeye, the crispy appetizer shrimp, au gratin potatoes, and the ice cream sandwich for dessert....just trust me gosh dang it! Somewhat oddly located in a strip mall, is a magnificent steakhouse with some of the best fried shrimp I've ever laid my lips on. They were so good, our table ordered another round. If you don't get the crispy Thai shrimp, you're already taking your first L. Started off this special birthday with a walnut old fashioned, $22; it was the perfect start to the evening. What you need to know: Steaks are where it's at Prices are ~$80-$100 for a steak, ~$22 a drink, ~$18 for a shareable side dish, ~18 for a shareable dessert. My dear friend recommended this place and boy, he did not disappoint. The food was really good, but I wasn't super impressed by all of the sides. The corn creme brulee was a bit of a let down, good but not ~$18 corn magical. The praline sweet potato was good, but I expected a bit more punch of flavor. The mash were tasty mash, the asparagus was perfect, and the au gratin was excellent!! I'd definitely get the au gratin, and possibly the sweet potato or asparagus. Just a heads up, if you're in a group, the server should ask if you're sharing sides. When your food arrives, the servers will dish out the sides to each diner. That style might not be for everyone, but we greatly appreciated it. The staff were so gracious, pacing our meal like true professionals. The birthday card, the next day follow-up phone call, the valet offering us waters while we waited for our rideshare.... incredible!!! Both of our birthday desserts were kindly complimentary. You MUST GET THE OREO COOKIE ICE CRWAM SANDWICH! Unfortunately, the warm vanilla cake dessert, wasn't really warm and was easily out least favorite of the night. If it were up to me, I'd replace it on the menu altogether. With this level of food, service, and attention to detail, I will gladly return to Steak 48 time and time again. Thank you to every single person that makes this place as it is. Each of you truly made my birthday as special one. THANK YOU! read more

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This is hands down one of the best and most chic steakhouses I've dined at in San Diego. The inside is gorgeous, the staff is incredibly attentive, and the food is next level. Literally 0 room for improvement in my dining experience. I ordered the calamari for the table, filet, broccoli, mashed potatoes, and arguably the star of the show.... The ULTIMATE WARM VANILLA CARAMEL CAKE. If I can influence you to order anything it would be this vanilla caramel cake. You may be thinking to yourself, "Meh I'm more of a chocolate person...Not so into vanilla/caramel", and honestly me too. But this was the best dessert I've had in a long time. Granted I was almost too full from my delicious meal to enjoy all of it, but the several bites I did have were amazing. Steak was also cooked perfectly and other menu items were delicious as well. Obviously this is a hefty bill but a great dining option for an extra special occasion. read more

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A wonderful experience. It was my baby's birthday and let me tell you the customer service was on point special thanks to Armen, Daniel, Aldo and of course blaze. I can't tell you what a great experience we had and how happy we were with such quality of food and such quality of service. read more

We went on a weeknight to celebrate two birthdays with a party of seven. Steaks were cooked to perfection; lobster roll was a poor choice. We enjoyed all of the side dishes, ordering one of each. The restaurant is so large that it felt like a factory and although the server was attentive and helpful, the general experience was cold and crowded. I doubt that we will go back as the price was out of line with the full experience. read more

We celebrated my birthday at Steak 48 in Del Mar and it was an incredible experience from start to finish. We had the NY Strip, Filet, and Scallops for our main course, all cooked perfectly. Before that, we started with the Hamachi Crudo and Wedge Salad, both excellent choices. To top it off, they surprised us with an entire block of decadent chocolate mousse cake to take home. We had a private enclosed table right by the kitchen, which gave us a front-row view of the energy and precision of the staff. We paired everything with an outstanding California Pinot Noir that tied the whole evening together. The ambiance was second to none, modern, intimate, and vibrant without being too loud. Service was top-notch, though admittedly a bit pushy to get our order in early, but after that, it was flawless. What really stood out was that they called the next day to make sure we had a great experience. Who does that anymore? Highly recommend for any special occasion. Prices are definitely on the luxury side, but the quality, atmosphere, and service make it absolutely worth it. read more

We've dined at Steak 48 several times, but this visit truly stood out thanks to Brian Meyers. He took incredible care of us from start to finish--patient, attentive, and genuinely friendly. He made us laugh throughout the night and created such a fun, welcoming experience. Brian was especially helpful when it came to choosing wine--very knowledgeable and guided us to a perfect selection. His service really elevated the entire evening. We even made sure to tell manager Justin that Brian deserves high marks for how well he treated us. As always, the food was phenomenal. The dry-aged ribeye was cooked perfectly, and we highly recommend the crispy shrimp and the corn crème brûlée. The crab enhancement was also superb, and the bread remains one of our favorite parts of the meal. We'll definitely be coming back--and we'll be asking for Brian every time! read more

Steak48 never fails to amaze me. My husband and I visited San Diego to have dinner. We are from LA so we usually visit the BH location. Everything was great; the food, the service, the valet, and the ambiance made for an unforgettable evening. From the perfectly cooked steaks to the attentive staff, every detail contributed to a truly exceptional dining experience. read more

Steak 48 Del Mar - Chilean Sea Bass - Steakhouses Near Me - Del Mar, California

The service was excellent. The appetizers were delicious we enjoyed the salads . The bone in ribeye and the bone in KC strip along with the fillet were cooked perfectly and delicious. The desserts key lime and popcorn sundae were superb. This meal was expensive and worth it. Highly recommend read more

What can I say but yummy and delicious. The drinks were delicious and the right amount of liquor! The food was sooo good and options were perfect. The restaurant was beautiful inside and out. The service and servers are on point! Aa great place for a celebration! read more

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What can I say a great place for steak! Had the New York steak medium well and sides to share were the entourage. Service was excellent by Allan our server. Felt right at home. Great place for a date or small family gathering. Thanks again Steak 48! read more

I had dinner here on Saturday night, and my server, Phillip, was fantastic. He checked on me regularly to make sure I had everything I needed. The deviled eggs were delicious, the rolls were fresh and warm, and the steak was cooked perfectly. Everything hit the spot. To top it off, I received a follow-up call the very next day to check on my experience. I highly recommend this restaurant, guys--it was excellent from start to finish. read more

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Went for my Birthday 9/27 . Made reservations that day which is last minute for me because on my birthday I usually know what I want to do. Everything went excellent! Ambiance always amazing, Service excellent!! Trevor was awesome!! Food great as usual!!! Love STEAK 48 you guys are always consistent with great customer service all the staff everyone greets you when you walk in & when your leaving out everyone is always nice. I always have a great experience and I'm so glad I spent my birthday here last night. Great Team!! I love the consistency and I love these new cool napkins you guys have. Trevor is so great! Funny! So nice he definitely made my birthday dinner amazing!! Steak 48 in Del Mar San Diego the BEST!!! Love it here!!! definitely a 10!! Thanks so much Trevor awesome guy!!! hope he see this or someone tell him. Excellent!! Excellent!! read more

I have to be in the SD area so I decided to eat here at this beautiful location. I had been to the location in BH and Ocean 48 in NB, might as well try this location since I'm in the area. I crave for a juicy filet and I know Steak 48 won't disappoint me. Everything about the food, the steak, and the drink were perfect. The service was on point. I love the location, it's in a big beautiful busy plaza with a lot of parking (maybe depending on time of the day). Everything was just how I expected. I can't wait to go back. Steak48 is one of my top choice for steak next to The Cut BH. read more

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My friends took me to dinner here for my birthday the other night. I haven't been since it was Burlap but have been wanting to try it since it opened. We were greeted & sat promptly. A server brought us bread right away and that was definitely one of my favorite parts of the meal...SO good. They also gave me a little birthday note which was very much appreciated. Those little touches are so key in a higher end restaurant that will make diners feel special. The restaurant was very spacious and trendy. Loved the low lighting and modern light fixtures. We rarely ever felt we had to wait for service here as someone would always come by with refills for beverages. Our server (forgot her name but had blonde hair) made great suggestions and we loved how they spooned each side item onto our plates for us. I ordered the petite filet mignon..perfectly cooked medium-rare. The server did not that I should request medium as it will come out a bit more rare to an requested which I appreciated as I've requested medium-rare at restaurants and it would end up being more cooked/well than I'd like. Very buttery and tender...so perfect! A must! A friend of mine ordered the NY strip. While tasty, it didn't stand out to me the way the filet had. We also ordered a side of Mac & cheese, mushrooms and shishito peppers. The Mac was perfect and not too heavy, the mushrooms were tender without being mushy and loved the garlic flavor. I honestly didn't think much of the peppers...probably wouldn't order again as I felt they were a bit too greasy for my preference and could have had more flavor. The server offered me a birthday dessert of my choice and I chose the chocolate bomb. They even wrote, "happy birthday Tara" on the plate which was a nice little touch and added a candle. It was nice and light which was surprising considering the size. Loved it and would order again in the future but I definitely was eyeing the key lime and a few other dessert options as well. Overall, 10/10 experience Can't wait to come back and try more dishes! read more

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The food was amazing, the service top tier at all levels. I received a hand written birthday card from the manager, Armen (our waiter) was by far the most attentive and friendly I have had the pleasure of knowing. He made a habit of calling us by name and wished me happy birthday multiple times!!! read more

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An Incredibly remarkable evening was had at Steak 48 Del Mar! Last night, I took my mom for her birthday dinner, and from the moment we walked in, we were welcomed by the awesome hosts, service staff, and a wall of wine and knives! (Mom was already stoked) A host walked us through the different rooms and seating spaces, also giving us a view into the cold stations, seafood, and prep areas of the kitchens! We were sat in the Del Mar room, with a great view of the bar, and other patrons. Marshall was our server and damn did he deliver! His knowledge and guidance of the menus was so spot on, he convinced my mom to order the key lime pie in under 10 seconds! That being said, Marshall's personality and service truly won us over. The rest of the service staff were also fantastic, friendly and on their game. Mom ordered her Bone in Rib eye, it came out PERFECTLY medium, rich red center, divine! Marshall suaded me into the Branzino special, covered in warm spices and butter, lemon OMG. The lightly seared scallops dolloped with caviar were the perfect touch. And to the bartender, she said it was the best cosmo she had ever had in her 67 years! Hell yeah! Thank you Steak 48 team, our experience was phenomenal. read more

Steak 48 is a 10/10 hands down! From the moment we arrived, we were greeted (the kitchen you all did your thing back there , tasty), with hospitality until we left the restaurant. The food, service, music, and ambiance was everything. Big shout to our waiter Peter from the Bay Area ( ask for him, he won't disappoint), he was attentive, energy was great, smooth guy, and enjoyed him serving us. Ryan was also great and kind! Lastly, the manager Justin took time from his busy night to chat with us and we greatly appreciate you chatting and leading a phenomenal team. On top of that my brother Justin recently passed away and we felt his presence through the manager Justin, God is great! Overall, we will be back, thank you Steak 48 and to the GM thanks for the two birthday cards my brother and sister in law appreciated the card. read more

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Steak 48 Del Mar is the kind of place that quietly sets the standard--high-performance dining without the chaos. From start to finish, the experience was dialed in. Every item my colleagues and I ordered was cooked to perfection, and we genuinely enjoyed everything that hit the table. The kitchen clearly knows what it's doing, and it shows in the consistency and execution. We didn't make it to the dessert bar this time, but honestly, even watching it from nearby felt like its own experience. The presentation, the pace, the craftsmanship--everything coming out looked seriously tempting and made it obvious we'll need a round two just for that. The restaurant itself is excellent: dim lighting, a polished vibe, and--crucially--not overly loud. It felt upscale but still comfortable, like you can actually have a conversation and enjoy the moment. Overall, a wonderful experience and absolutely on my shortlist for top steak spots. I'll be back the next time I'm in town. read more

Absolutely Amazing I chose to enjoy my birthday dinner here and I am so happy I did. Valet was able to take our car as soon as we arrived. We were greeted with smiling faces as we entered the restaurant. Our server Trevor was so attentive, helpful and patient. I appreciated how thorough he was as he guided us through the menu. The timing of the food was great, giving us enough time to eat our bread, starters and entrees before dessert. I loved that Trevor gave me a card from the general manager thanking us for spending my birthday there. This felt very sweet and considerate. Trevor gave the best suggestions for drinks and every course of our meal. He made me feel special as "guest of honor" and continuously informed us how happy he was that we chose to spend our evening there. I loved how often he checked in and asked if we were happy. The food was sooo delicious. Every single item tasted fresh, perfectly seasoned and prepared with love. I wasn't even going to order steak until Trevor spoke so highly of the mid cut. I am so happy I trusted his suggestion because it was phenomenal! It was 3 of us and our total was about $450 so I'd definitely plan to spend about $100+ per person. The quality of food and service is totally worth it in my opinion. Side note The bathrooms were a favorite part of the night. Having individual/ private restrooms where each had their own heated toilet seats were so fun to experience. Nice clean and quiet. I will definitely be returning! read more

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The service, the food, the ambiance are all top notch! The most attentive and friendly service you can get, they can accommodate so many people but yet you don't feel crowded or feel like it's too loud, and the food I mean steak perfection. The filet was the best cut I'd ever had, the shishito peppers a light and tasty side, and the whipped potatoes with shrimp just decadent perfection. I'm not usually a dessert girl but those beignets are crispy and hot and not too sweet and the chocolate and custard sauces add the perfect touch. It's an expensive meal but worth it and perfect for a special occasion! read more

Steak 48 lives up to the hype. My partner and I went for an early Valentines dinner and had an amazing experience. I would come back for the house bread alone. We both ordered filet mignons and they were perfect. The sides were also delicious. The price is similar to other steakhouses in the area. Well worth it imo read more

Steak 48 Del Mar - Steak and Sautéed Wild Mushrooms** - Steakhouses Near Me - Del Mar, California

It was our first time here because we have heard great things! The parking lot is big and you'll be able to find parking anywhere. We walked in and had rsvp. We still had to wait a couple minutes to be seated. What I really didn't like was there was not an area to wait, while we wait to be seated(does that make sense lol). So people kept walking by us and we were like right in front of the doorway. Just felt like you were standing in everyone's way. We were seated and I noticed the lights are really dim. Also we can talk about how big the menus are! It like takes up the whole table. And that's pretty big especially if you're with a group of people. I do want to say the food was amazing and the service was great! Our food came fast and I love that they help serve the sides you order on your plate. Definitely would recommend if you're craving a good steak! read more

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This was my second time having a full on dinner at Steak48. I go to the bar frequently and enjoy a quick bite and drink. Dinner was with my family. Very different experience the second time. Service was not great. Server didn't offer specials and made it seem like it was a pain for her to tell them to us. She tried to take away our menus and leave just one even though I said no, please let us keep them. We hadn't even ordered yet. Just very odd service tonight, I couldn't figure out if she was new or training, but I didn't enjoy our time due to this. She messed up my espresso martini order and said it was the bartender's fault. Not sure what happened with that, and it was awkward. Food was always good. Pork Bellly, and the King Crab tomato app. We ordered the tomahawk pork chop, and the filet mignon and the Superfood salad which had too much balsamic glaze on it. The bread skillet was delicious as always. We had the creamed spinach and the AuGratin potatoes which was super delish. For dessert we had the Warm Vanilla Carmel Cake which was soooo delish with a mountain of whipped cream, and gelato on top of it OMG. Bathroom was so dirty, had urine all over the seat. Huge lines for bathroom, and lots of people everywhere. It was a very busy night. You couldn't even walk in the hallways. Still enjoyed ourselves but really wondering if service has declined here. read more

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