10/10. Love it. Shout out to Jennifer for the warm welcome and great service!! My husband and I came for our anniversary. It was our first time here and it won't be our last. Alright so there's parking at the top and valet (free but tip optional). we had a reservation and got seated promptly. Our hostess was really polite. It seemed to be pretty busy. My husband had told them it was our anniversary so when we sat down at our booth there was a card from the restaurant, super thoughtful!! Jennifer was our waitress and she was extraordinary. Super welcoming, kind, and patient as she allowed us to take our time with our drinks. We each got the filet mignon which comes with potatoes. The restaurant gives complimentary creamed corn which we devoured. We also got an additional side of bone marrow Mac and cheese. Then we got a puff pastry dessert. My taste buds were dancing all night. Everything was prepared nicely; cooked and seasoned to perfection. It was a looot of food so I would say you would be fine with less. But hey, live a little. It's a nice restaurant located at the top of the hill. Probably has nice views, I will say we didn't see that where we were seated but we got great seating. This place is a hidden gem in the area with farm to table food. read more

Summit House - Lemon drop and Sonoma-Napa Sauvignon blanc - Steakhouses Near Me - Fullerton, California

Food overall was solid and service was friendly. Only issue was the timing of when food was served, id expect some time to enjoy the bread and appetizers before tbe main course to be served but everything came out at the exact time leading to some dishes getting colder quicker resulting in the taste to be lacking read more

Summit House is of my favorite fine dining experiences tucked away from the noise of the city. With a menu that screams for over-ordering I am never disappointed by a dish ordered from here. On my most recent visit, we enjoyed an Easter lunch featuring delicious dishes like the Castle Cut Prime Rib - a massive amount of meat served with delicious au jus and the lightest creamy horseradish that I couldn't get enough of - alongside the Bone Marrow Mac 'N Cheese and Brussel Sprouts with rich flavor in every bite. I thoroughly enjoyed each bite while being able to look over the calming outdoor balcony area. Kudos to the female manager on duty for accommodating a move out of the sun on a busy holiday - I saw her doing her best to accommodate similar requests and ultimately the outdoor experience was wonderful as the sun quickly passed over to allow the umbrellas and shading outside to play their roles. Service had been up to par and standard as well - Darian is who had taken care of us if I'm remembering her name correctly. She was personable and attentive and responded well to our sense of humor, giving a bit of extra warmth to the dining experience. I highly recommend the Bread Pudding pictured as well. As someone who falls into the "not too sweet is best" clique I can say that this was a dessert I would come back for all by itself. Rich flavor and texture, with an amazing presentation and portion for sharing. I can't wait to make an excuse to come back. Thank you Summit House for being prepared on an Easter Sunday! read more

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What a great experience! Would have loved a window table for our anniversary but maybe that's a special request. Our waiter was great! Very personable and was around at all the right times. Drinks: we got Soul Mate Sour and The G&G - I LOVE guava so the g & g was 10/10 so delicious! Soul mate sour was just fitting for the occasion. For our appetizer we got the sampler since we couldn't choose but if we go back again we'd get the ahi sashimi. They had a special salad available that night and it was delicious. It was probably arugula, pear, pistachio, goat cheese, and a vinaigrette. VERY GOOD. I don't have a photo of my partners food but he got the cottage cut roast prime ribs which again, DELICIOUS. And the horseradish options?! We still think about them. I also really loved the creamed spinach it came with. His plate was wiped clean. For myself, I got the salmon which is always a risky choice because more often than not it's cooked dry. Not this time... it was buttery and soft and perfectly cooked. Overall, this was a 10/10 experience and I'd love to go back for more. read more

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I finally got to try this place and just in time for the OC restaurant week pre fixe menu! The food was nothing special and I'm not sure if I'll ever be back. Blue Cheese Iceberg Wedges - well balanced salad with creamy blue cheese dressing on crunchy lettuce leaves, the bacon bits and pecans added great texture and umami to the salad, tangy tomatoes complemented the rich dressing well Prime Rib Castle Cut - DONT get it. You're basically paying for bone. I got the castle cut expecting more meat but nobody lets you know that it is a bone-in cut and less meat than expected is pretty disappointing, ordered med rare but came out more medium, au jus and horseradish were good flavorful complements since the meat was on the bland side Creamed Spinach - on the salty side but complemented the weaker flavors of the prime rib Creamed Corn - very flavorful and definitely creamy, thoroughly enjoyed this one Row 503 Pinot Noir - dry enough to complement the prime rib, easy to drink and great pairing NY Style Cheesecake - dense and decadent cheesecake with tart strawberries and strawberry sauce to pair, great ending to a savory dish Besides the food, the biggest flat for me was the amount of critters during dinner. There was a big fly circling the dinner room, a crane fly hanging around our window from the inside, and a little spider crawling around the dining table. If I'm expecting to pay a little more for a classy dinner, these are things I'd never want to encounter. read more

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Came here with my family on a Friday evening and had a reservation for 5:15. Got seated pretty much right away. We ordered the OC restaurant week special and I picked the lobster bisque, 7oz prime rib, and cream puff dessert (sorry can't remember what it's called). I couldn't have wine since I'm pregnant and was hoping they'd let me sub for a non alcoholic cocktail. All they could offer me was a soft drink so I opted for sprite + lemonade. Pretty bummed about that since a glass of wine was roughly $13, which is the same price as a cocktail. The lobster bisque was delicious and kicked my meal off pretty well. I had to order the steak at Medium which definitely made a difference for me. I didn't full enjoy it but the sides were amazing! We had creamed corn, creamed spinach, and a popover. The creamed corn was probably one of the best that I've had. My dessert was also fantastic. I was insanely full but had to keep eating. It was 2 scoops of ice cream in two cream puffs and the flavors just worked so well together. I've never had a dessert like that and it was definitely one of a kind! My only gripes is the critters we kept finding. There was a fly buzzing around the table for the first portion of the meal. Then after the soup came out, a spider crawled across the table towards my son and my husband had to get it with his hands. Then; towards the middle to end of the meal, a crane fly was flying around the table. I've actually never had a problem like this before in any restaurant so it was a bit annoying. Overall; the experience was nice and the best part was the dessert. I'm not sure if we'd come back though. read more

Summit House - Lobster Bisque Soup - Bowl - Steakhouses Near Me - Fullerton, California

The ambiance is top notch whether you're inside or outside. It's my favorite spot for prime rib in the LA area. Parking can be difficult in the main lot, but they have a lower lot and valet parking Food/Drink- 4 stars Truffle fries- these were superb. definitely order Escargot- a bit disappointed by it. The snails had more bitterness than expected Prime rib- this was divine. Every slice of the prime rib was so flavorful. I love how you can request it to be cut thinly into English cuts. The creamed corn and creamed spinach were very good, and I appreciated that it wasn't overwhelmed with heavy cream, like a lot of other steakhouses. I was a bit disappointed by the Yorkshire pudding, which came out a bit dry desserts- we tried the chocolate profiteroles and strawberry cheesecake. Both were pretty good / standard steakhouse quality Service- 4 stars Our server, Matt, was excellent. My only complaint was the pacing, as we did wait a long time between our appetizers and entrees. Bottom Line The ambiance, views and prime rib were top notch. But the pacing and dryness of the Yorkshire pudding left some room for improvement read more

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Located up a private street which will lead you into their free valet parking. Loved the warm house bread served with decadent soft butter. Tried the Summit house salad which is Boston lettuce hydroponically grown, tossed with pancetta, grated Gruyère cheese, sourdough croutons, roasted pecans and black mustard seed vinaigrette. Prime rib of beef which is slow roasted and carved to order, served with au jus and creamed horseradish. For dessert, tried the mini creme brûlée and mini chocolate torte. Great experience. read more

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Came to Summit House for a Valentine's Day dinner. Everything was amazing! Restaurant- Cute english cottage restaurant. Beautiful outside, gorgeous inside. They had lots of parking, with valet option available too. Inside they had many fireplaces going and live piano music. All of the tables are facing a beautiful view. Such a beautiful ambiance. Service- Cameron was top tier. He was so sweet, helpful with questions and recommendations, and frequently checked in to see how we were doing. Our food also came out within 5-10 minutes of ordering it. We were amazed how fast the food came out! There were also kind gentlemen that came to clear our plates whenever we finished a dish. Such amazing service. Food- Food was 10/10. We tried escargot for the first time and my date loooooved it. It wasn't my cup of tea but they prepared it wonderfully. My date ordered the lamb and I ordered the John Dory fish. Both were excellent! The bread and the cream corn were wonderful too. To end our night, we got the carrot cake which was to die for. It was so moist and delicious! read more

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You know it's a celebration at Summit House. The private uphill entrance exudes exclusivity while the House on the hill provides a scenic view of the city. Make reservations because this restaurant was packed for Valentine's Day. There's private parking in the limited lot and they also have valet parking. The dining experience was superb and our server, Marissa, was very attentive. Despite being very busy, she always made sure to check on our table, snapped a great photo, and provided great detail of the menu. The Filet Mignon (7oz medium rare) was one of the most tender beef I've tasted. The chef cooked it perfectly with a seasoned crust on the outside and tender lightly red in the middle. The accompanying Béarnaise sauce elevated the dish. The creamed corn was savory with lots of corn and creamy flavorful sauce. The escargot was tender and cooked in delicious garlic butter. I used the complimentary sourdough bread to dip in the sauce which made it divine. I couldn't end dinner without dessert, which I tried the Caramel Bread Pudding. It was so good, and not too sweet. The bread had some crisp edges, which juxtaposed with the soft ice cream. The flavors melded together very well. I recommend requesting a table by the window to see the city lights or even the outside dining area. I will definitely come back for another celebration. read more

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This place is still one of our favorite steakhouses. You can't go wrong with the prime rib or rib eye or any other dish on their menu. Bread pudding was also really good! Our waitress was also super nice despite the busyness. She gave us a little card for our celebration. Very pleasant! They instituted a new policy where you have to pay for an extra plate if you buy an entree to share. They told us big groups were coming in and ordering entrees to share and taking advantage of the unlimited bread and corn. Understandable but my wife and I are on low carb diets so we don't even finish the first round of bread and corn. Why not just cap the bread and corn or establish a threshold of orders based on the party size. Anyways not a big deal but just a heads up for people who want to share. Aside from that, prices are pretty reasonable for the dishes themselves. We ordered the prime rib castle cut which I believe is 24 oz. It was under $100 and I think we will have enough leftover for days. Option to valet park or at the visitors lot down the hill if you're willing to park. Super nice view if you sit outside. read more

Summit House - Prime rib - Steakhouses Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Our server Cameron is one in 1 a million and we have Cameron twice now he never disappointments. He is spot on! He is patient. He is kind he's professional. He knows when we need something without signaling or asking for him to come to the table. He's amazing. He's a tentative, but not overly. It's just perfect the way he waits on tables. His timing is magical just like him. He is amazing so don't forget to ask for Cameron.. I do not know why I can't get a picture of Cameron on my review. read more

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Delightful! The restaurant is located at the top of a hill, hence the name. It really does look like a house from the outside which was cool. We got the arugula salad, portabello mushrooms, and the summit house cut prime rib (10 oz). The arugula salad was refreshing and light, a wonderful starter for the rest of the food. Portabello mushrooms were savory, creamy, and not too filling. Highly recommended for an appetizer! I got the prime rib medium rare and it was one of the best I've ever tried. The meat was tender and the thickness was just right. For those looking to have more appetizers or other dishes, I would recommend the cottage cut size instead (7 oz). The service was great too, they took the time to recommend a variety of dishes to our liking which was appreciated. Would recommend this place for those looking to book a special dinner / celebration ! read more

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First time here and it felt like being a part of an old school dinner party hosted by someone's fancy great-aunt. Warm wood accents, a charming assortment of chairs, and a grand stone fireplace as the centerpiece were all elements that gave the space character, warmth, and a bit of elegance. THE FOOD. - Sourdough Bread (Complimentary). Warm, tangy, and pleasantly chewy. - Locally Grown Brussels Sprouts. Sweetly glazed with bits of bacon for savoriness. - Lobster Bisque. Silky and rich, with tender lobster bits and crunchy croutons adding contrast. Meanwhile, the bisque delivered deep buttery sweetness, a touch of brininess, and a velvety finish. Highly recommend. - French Onion Soup. The broth was deeply savory and the thick, melty cheese blanket on top gave it that perfect comfort-food finish. Highly recommend. - Prime Rib: Cottage Cut (Medium Rare). Incredibly tender and flavorful, the prime rib melted with each bite. The au jus added savoriness, while the horseradish was mild and airy. The sides (creamed corn, creamed spinach, Yorkshire pudding) made excellent accompaniments to this entrée. Highly recommend. THE DRINKS. - Espresso Martini. Strong coffee with a kick; bold, smooth, and easily addictive. Highly recommend. - G&G. A sweet guava & gin combo that was bright & tropical. - Downtown Brown, Lost Coast. Malty rich with a smooth finish. THE PARKING. Parking wasn't bad; we luckily found a spot right away, but it was a tight squeeze. I'd recommend valet parking to skip the hunt and preserve your sanity. THE VERDICT. It's one of those classic steakhouses that delivers on both food and old school ambiance. Reservations are pretty much mandatory to ensure getting seated right away. Pro tip: The bar opens up before the main dining room, so grab a drink while you wait! read more

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The food was good, the service was professional. The place is clean and definitely recommend this place for family and all occasions! read more

Summit House - Summit Cut Roast Prime Ribs of Beef - Steakhouses Near Me - Fullerton, California

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I love this place! Great food, my favorite were the sides: mac and cheese, creamed corn, and scalloped potatoes. Their desserts were amazing! Wait, almost forgot the bread basket and popover. Service was great. Ambiance just right! read more

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ALWAYS a pleasure coming here (ESPECIALLY during Christmas time, but the views are always great- unsure if you can see Disneyland fireworks from here?) Pro tip: ask for fresh horseradish (I LOVE spicy). I went with a party of 6 and it was so nice getting to try different things. I had a sea bass and most had the prime Rib, but my fiancé got the filet and loved it. The escargot is soooo buttery and comes out sizzling. Julian, our server -HE WAS AWESOME- recommended the trifle for dessert, so of course we were game. Yes, valet is offered, but I'm not sure how much it is, because we were able to find parking easily #WINNING read more

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Summit House is like Lawry's on steroids with a view--elevated, scenic, and every bit as indulgent. The only downside? Parking. It's quite a challenge, and honestly, a bit of a mission. But once you finally make it inside and get seated, you realize instantly: it's worth every stressful turn in the lot. The prime rib here is exceptional--beautifully roasted, tender, and rich with that signature jus that soaks right into the meat. But the real star for me was the ribeye. Perfectly marbled, incredibly juicy, and seared with that deep, savory crust that only comes from a properly hot grill. Each bite was buttery, flavorful, and full of that classic ribeye richness without being overly fatty. It's the kind of steak that reminds you why ribeye is king. Their wine list is extensive and thoughtfully curated, with options that pair effortlessly with heavier cuts of beef. Add in the warm, polished service--attentive without hovering--and the cozy, classic ambiance, and you've got a dinner experience that feels special from start to finish. Great food, great service, stunning atmosphere. Despite the parking battle, Summit House delivers a top-tier steakhouse experience that's absolutely worth the effort. read more

If you love prime rib, you will know two main places in the Southern California area: Lawrys and Summit House. Summit House is literally like a lawrys, but some (including myself) may even say it is better or a very close competitor. Alongside some of the shareables, the primary distinction I've noticed between the two places, is that Lawrys has their prime rib in a serving cart, carved table side. This doesn't always means it's the best. Summit house has theirs in the kitchen, and is brought to you. I prefer Summit House because when you have the Prime Rib sitting in the cart and open air is exposed, the prime rib cools down very quick and you are almost served a cold prime rib. At summit house, it is hot (at least mine was)! The horseraddish sauce, sides, all spectacular. The prime rib excellent. Service is top tier, incredibly professional and friendly waiters. We started off the night with some lovely cocktails: G&G, chai espresso martini, margarita, which were all delicious. For the main entrees drinks, we brought a couple of beautiful wines from home. Corkage ($35) is expected, but what was odd is they capped you at a limit of bottles you could bring. You could only bring two (2) bottles of wine for the whole night! Appetizers: Escargot ($19) - very delicious, 8/10 Seaside Sampler ($64) - two plates of crabcakes, prawns, ahi sashimi, 7/10 Lobster Bisque Soup ($15) - delicious, 9/10 Main entrees: Summit House Cut ($68) - comes with corn, creamed spinach, Yorkshire popover, 10/10 Sides: Truffle fries ($12) - huge portion, VERY good and addicting, 10/10 We were STUFFED at the end of the night, and honestly it was so difficult to finish everything. Though we did have a lot of food and drinks to fill the stomach. What a splendid night. They also offer a complimentary birthday dessert! What was really neat was the staff signed a birthday card, which is really cute. Would I come back? Absolutely. 100% I'll be back soon! Can't wait as I write this review. Parking is readily available in their lot. read more

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I wanted to take my boyfriend to somewhere special for his birthday and he picked Summit House. It was definitely beautiful with the Christmas decorations and a wonderful touch with carolers greeting the guest as we walked in and waited. We were seated outdoors that overlook the city views. It was not too cold because they had heaters above us, and it was actually really nice outside with the fresh air and less noise. We were quickly created by our wonderful server, Linda. She was really warm and ran through the menu with us. We started with a Diet Coke and Smoke & Honey cocktail for the birthday boy. We ordered: - Crab Cakes - 2 Castle Cut Prime Rib - Mac & Cheese with bone marrow - Truffle Fries I have to say, I usually don't like crab cake in most places, but I'm really glad I got to try their crab cake. It was really good with lots of crab. We especially like the vegetable that came with it, not quite sure what it was, but it was delicious with the crab cake. We ordered their castle cut prime rib, and oh my goodness, it was definitely a generous cut. It came with a side of pop over, cream spinach, and cream corn. We also ordered their mac & cheese with bone marrow and truffle fries. Everything was really really good. Very generous portions with everything. I think next time, we will share a castle cut instead of ordering individually because we had so much leftover. The service and vibe was awesome. We even had carolers come by and sing happy birthday and a Christmas song to my boyfriend. The service was Linda was great. This place is definitely worth coming to for a nice dinner or a special occasion. Make sure to add it on your bookmark. read more

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The summit house has been a beautiful and delicious institution in the heart of Fullerton for decades! The restaurant is beautiful with the piano player, the lively atmosphere and the great service you can't go wrong. On this particular evening, my friends and I sat at the bar in the lounge. The French onion soup and escargot were delicious as was the rack of lamb my friends had. The bartender served us and he was awesome. If you haven't booked yourself for the holidays, don't bother you won't get in. We'll have to wait till January after the further dies down to go back. read more

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We experienced discrimination during our visit, and overall it was a very unpleasant time for us. We were aware of the no-alcohol policy; however, we were still charged additional fees related to it. We brought three insulated bottles, and it is true that we had alcohol in them. However, the staff took our bottles, held them, and then threw them away without proper communication or handling. We paid $5,000 for this event, yet the experience was extremely disappointing. The staff's attitude was unprofessional and did not meet the level of service we expected. We hope you take this matter seriously and provide an appropriate explanation. read more

My baby sister had her wedding reception here and we are happy with how everything turned out. The mocktails were inconsistent. Some would come out extra sweet, which no one liked. Not sure how all the alcoholic ones were, but I was told the lemondrop and pineapple tea(?) were not very good. The food was good, but I wish they asked how we wanted our meat done. Everyone's came out on the rare side, which was not something all would have wanted. The staff was great though and my baby sister and baby bro in law had a wonderful time. That's what matters most! I definitely would recommend this restaurant for events and weddings! read more

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Had reservations on a Wednesday night for their prime rib deal. The cottage cut was perfect for me. The meat quality imo was way better than lawrys. I ordered mine rare and it was perfectly tender and juicy. Their horse radish cream perfectly balances the rich meat. My bf and I were both surprised by the complementary sourdough bread basket ugh their butter is so good. Next time we would skip on the bone marrow Mac and cheese which was not cheesy enough. Service was amazing and quick. Our prime rib was out within 10 mins of ordering. We ran 30 mins late to our reservation but we were still accommodated. The interior is cozy and romantic for a special evening. I will 1000% be back read more

Summit House - Cottage Cut Roast Prime Ribs of Beef - Steakhouses Near Me - Fullerton, California

This place never misses. The prime rib is always tender and flavorful, and I have to get the truffle fries every single time. They're addictively crispy, thin-cut, and drizzled with just the right amount of truffle oil. So salty, so umami, so dangerous. I could easily crush the entire basket myself, and the portion is super generous too. The bone marrow mac & cheese is solid. Not my favorite, but I still order it sometimes because the presentation and cheese pull are on point. It's just a bit on the oily side. Even the complimentary bread is worth mentioning. It's soft, warm, and perfect with butter. The restaurant has such a cozy vibe, and for the portion sizes and quality, the prices are honestly really fair. Plus, you get unlimited creamed corn and spinach, which feels like such a rare and underrated perk. read more

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Summit House is one of those classic spots that we keep coming back to for the atmosphere alone. It's super cozy, especially at night, and always feels like the perfect place to settle in with a good cocktail and a proper dinner. The valet makes it even easier, which is a big plus when it's busy. The prime rib is the main reason to order here and when it's on point, it's really on point. Great cut, tender, and satisfying. The only thing is the seasoning can be a little inconsistent. Sometimes it's perfectly balanced and other times it leans a bit too salty, but it's never been bad enough to stop us from coming back. Their cocktails are always solid and make the whole experience feel like a night out rather than just dinner. Service and pacing have generally been smooth, and the overall vibe is warm and inviting. Even with the small inconsistency on the salt level, it's still one of our go to spots for prime rib, drinks, and that classic, comfortable setting. read more

Overall, a great experience at Summit House! Service was friendly and attentive, the views were beautiful, and the food came out surprisingly fast. Our only odd gripe -- the seating. Our group had a random mix of chairs: some cushioned and comfy, others hard table chairs that sat higher. Not a huge deal, but definitely gave off a mismatched vibe. We started with the seafood platter (crab cakes, sashimi, shrimp) and the charcuterie board. Both were okay -- fresh, but nothing special. Honestly, the appetizers were a little underwhelming. The soups and salads were a pleasant surprise, though! Everyone enjoyed theirs. I had the wedge salad -- super tasty and crisp, just wish it was a little lighter on the dressing. For mains, we got the prime rib, rack of lamb, ribeye, and filet. Everyone was happy with their meals and portions were generous. I tried a bite of the ribeye -- easily my favorite, even better than the prime rib IMO. Sides were decent overall, and the bone marrow mac and cheese was the standout -- rich, creamy, and delicious. We finished with the assorted desserts, which were perfect for sharing. My top picks were the cheesecake and crème brûlée. Least favorite was the chocolate ganache, but we also had a slice of carrot cake that looked amazing (wish I had room to try it!). All in all, Summit House delivered a solid meal with great service and views. It reminded me a bit of House of Prime Rib but with more variety, which I liked. Nothing was so special that I'm rushing back soon, but I'd definitely return again for another nice night out. read more

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We dined at Summit House to celebrate a 50th wedding anniversary. I made a reservation for a Saturday evening for a party of 5 and we were seated promptly upon arrival. Our table was near a window with a beautiful view of the city and the skyline/sunset as well as a pretty area with grass and benches and trees. Our waitress was Daisy which was super informative, knowledgeable, attentive, and sweet. The Chai Espresso Martini was delicious, loved it!, I ordered the Cottage Cut Prime Rib. I asked to substitute the creamed spinach with the au gratin potatoes and I asked for an end piece of the prime rib. Everything was perfect and delicious. The meat was moist and flavorful, the creamed corn and potatoes were loaded with flavor and delicious as well. We also ordered the bone marrow Mac and cheese and it was great! What stood out to me was the what I'd describe as sharp cheddar taste/flavor was perfect! Our dinner was a 5 out of 5. I was very pleased, I'm bummed we didn't try Summit House a lot sooner as it's so close to home. We will definitely be back! read more

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We come here every year for our anniversary since we had our wedding reception here but I had to make another review in honor of our server Julian. He just went above and beyond the service we have ever had coming here. We had our three young children with us, despite our circus he made us feel so welcome and was so accommodating. We really enjoyed sitting in the patio enjoying the view and the kids were able to play in the grass while we had some alone time. He suggested the best drinks for us to have with our meals and even had recommendations to make our meal stand out even more!! My husband said everything he suggested was spot on! He just truly had the best demeanor and personality that added to our whole experience! read more

Summit House - Hubs fully enjoying his old fashioned - Steakhouses Near Me - Fullerton, California

We got married here a year ago, came back for our 1st anniversary dinner. This restaurant is totally for boomers and I mean that complimentarily. The ambience is just so gorgeous, especially at sunset where the colors of the night sky permeate the cozy 'hunting lodge' through large, stately windows Crab cakes Lobster bisque French onion soup Castle cut prime rib Cowboy ribeye Prime rib was so good. We did not finish... not even close. Soups and crab cakes lean little salty. The lemon had a cheesecloth wrap on it, so nice. Creamed corn addicting. read more

Summit House - Prime rib - Steakhouses Near Me - Fullerton, California

Best prime rib in Orange County. Love this place, my go to spot every time I'm in town. Beautiful restaurant with the most breathtaking views and intimate dining rooms. Attentive staff and impeccable service. My must haves are the wedge salad, escargot, truffle fries, and the caramel bread pudding. Always a memorable dining experience and I look forward to coming back every time. read more

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I've been a fan of Summit House for years, drawn back time and again by the elegant ambiance, stunning hilltop views, and what used to be reliably outstanding prime rib. The creamed corn and Yorkshire pudding are still highlights that bring fond memories, and the overall vibe makes it a great spot for special occasions. But my most recent visit was a letdown that tempered those good feelings. Our waiter, Branden, started off okay but quickly adopted a bit of an attitude--short responses and a vibe that made us feel like we were bothering him. When our prime rib arrived, two out of the four cuts looked off: the meat was separated and falling apart, not at all like the juicy, intact slices you see in photos or on the menu. It almost seemed like we'd gotten the rotten or poorly handled end of the cut--definitely abnormal compared to what we expected. We pointed it out politely, but Branden insisted that's just how it should look. Meanwhile, glancing around, every other table had those picture-perfect, uniform slices that matched the hype. After some back-and-forth, he eventually offered to replace them, but not without a degrading eye-roll that made the whole interaction uncomfortable. The new slices definitely looked much better in terms of appearance, but cutting in, our medium rare and medium orders were still overcooked--more like medium and medium well--and the centers were oddly cold, which killed the enjoyment. To top it off, Branden didn't even offer us dessert, skipping that part of the service entirely. We almost felt like we were being discriminated against, given how attentive he seemed to other tables. It's a shame because I've had flawless experiences here in the past, but this time felt rushed, subpar, and unwelcoming. I'd would recommend Summit House for its classics and atmosphere, but quality control and service need a lot of tightening. Hopefully, this was just an off night. read more

Summit House - better one of the Cottage Cut Roast Prime Ribs of Beef - Steakhouses Near Me - Fullerton, California

Tried their Happy Hour in the bar area. Not a large bar area but they do have a few table/chairs in addition to the bar counter top. Good selection HH drinks and foods, and you can still order from the regular menu. Our highlights were the Lavender Lemon Drop, French Onion Soup, and the charcuterie board. I could probably have several of the lavender drops and the charcuterie board had a god selection of meats, cheeses, nuts, grapes, honey, and crackers. Very good Happy Hour and highly recommend. read more

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Father's Day was celebrated here and the service is always great! It feels like your grandmother's house with the giant fireplace and family style seating. It's such a cute place, I love coming here. To start, we ordered the seaside sampler: crab cakes, Mexican prawns, and ahi sashimi. This appetizer was delicious and consumed entirely by our party of 5! For our entrees: prime rib that included creamed corn, creamed spinach, and the infamous Yorkshire popover! The French onion soup was incredible, filet mignon with au gratin potatoes my daughter ate her entire plate up. We tried the bone marrow Mac and cheese and this was rich and filling. For dessert, we decided on the caramel bread pudding with Haagen Dazs vanilla ice cream, hot caramel sauce, anddddd salted roast pecans! It was so good :) This is a great option for large parties or if you want to dress up a bit. I think it's even okay if you wanna go more casual. People wear whatever the heck they want these days anyway lol. Summit house will always have my heart, and stomach! read more

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My hubby and I went here yesterday for dinner to celebrate our anniversary and had an amazing experience. We started off by ordering the Summit House Margaritas, which were very refreshing and tasty. After we finished our margaritas we ordered a second round of drinks; I tried their Lavender Lemon Drop, and my husband had the Rosemary Ginger Old Fashioned. Both of these drinks were unique and tasted great! For our entrees we both ordered the Roast Prime Ribs of Beef (cooked to our preference of medium rare) in the Summit House Cut. Our entrees came with Creamed Corn au Gratin, Creamed Spinach, and a Yorkshire Popover. We also ordered a side of the Bone Marrow Mac & Cheese. As an added bonus for our anniversary, we were given a dessert of Profiteroles au Chocolate on the house. Everything was full of flavor and tasted delicious. (For the prime rib I'd recommend ordering the cottage cut, unless you're particularly hungry). This restaurant is not cheap, but you do get large portions of food. We had plenty of leftovers to take home, which was nice. Our server (I believe his name was Jacob) was very polite, attentive, and provided helpful menu recommendations. He had our food and drinks brought out to us quickly. The entire staff made us feel welcome from the moment we walked in, and even gave us a sweet anniversary card signed by everyone. Lastly, the atmosphere of the restaurant was wonderful. The interior is very spacious and beautifully decorated. There was soft piano music playing in the background, which made the ambience very pleasant and relaxing. We also had window seating with a beautiful view, and a romantic setting. :) We will definitely be coming back! read more

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I've always wanted to come here - checked it off the bucket list finally. Great spot for a fancy dinner/special occasion. Nice to dress up and enjoy the views outside. Food was definitely nice and quality. The favorites were definitely the Mac n cheese and the creamed corn - both very very very good. I think the corn just comes as a side for everyone? The cream spinach was good as well, came with the pot roast. The pot roast is like their signature dish, so that's why we got it, but I don't think I'd get it again personally. The salmon was good as well. We left very full with leftovers. Filling meal and plenty of food with the free bread too! It's obviously expensive too, so idk if I would make it a regular thing, and I don't know if it's my first choice for an expensive dinner, although I'm glad we tried it. Probably won't come again for a while, but just because we aren't eating fancy expensive dinners every week haha. Service was friendly and helpful when deciding what to order. We didn't get dessert although they looked delicious. read more

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Still the perfect place for a classic, celebratory meal. We had reservations and were seated after a few minutes wait. As much as I would've loved seating against the windows, we were still fairly close to get a view of the city lights while dining. They just started offering prime rib Wednesday after the holidays, which is a great deal. We ordered escargot, crab cakes, brussels sprouts, truffle fries, prime rib, and black cod (special). All were fantastic but maybe too much for two. We left with more than half our order to take home and thats with receiving a smaller cut of prime rib although we ordered the cottage cut. Veronica was our server and she was great but got busy when a larger group came in. Overall, still a wonderful dinner experience and still highly recommended especially at the price point. read more

Good food, and attentive and friendly service. I recommend making reservations as we came on a Monday evening and the restaurant was quite full. I ordered the Prime Rib cottage cut and found it to be filling as it was also accompanied with a popover, creamed spinach and creamed corn. The food came out in a timely manner and was enjoyable, but the real star of the show in my opinion was the Bread Pudding which we ordered for dessert. Make sure to save room as this was one of the best bread puddings I've ever had! The exterior was slightly crisp, and it had the perfect ratio of custard to bread. It comes topped with candied pecans and ice cream and as someone who isn't even a fan of pecans, I can say I thoroughly enjoyed every last bit of it! Complimentary valet and self-parking is available. Being that it's perched atop of a hill, Summit House also has a nice view of the city. read more

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Great food, great ambiance, and stellar customer service. They are known for the Roast Prime Ribs, but honestly... everything is great. I usually get the Summit House cut and it never disappoints. They serve it with cream of corn and it's delicious. We tend to start dinner with a salad, followed by scallops as appetizers and then the main dishes. Customer service never lets down. The views are spectacular by the way. Try to sit by the windows for a spectacular view of the City. read more

Summit House - Steakhouses Near Me - Fullerton, California

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Went for Mother's Day and it was not that great. Horrible service. Horrible steaks. I remember when I used to go and everything was great. But after COVID... everything changed. We kept waiting for our server to come and get our order. Then it took forever for our food to come out. We asked for medium rare, however, we got well done steaks. They never came back to check in on us. We ended up not finishing and took it home. I know it sounds bad... but.... We gave it to our dog. Pretty disappointed. Hopefully, if we go back, it's better. read more