Took my husband here for his birthday. He wanted a good rib eye steak. Summit House was priced much higher than many of the steak houses around orange county, but we appreciated that this restaurant was close to home. The ambiance was very nice and the perfect spot for a wedding or shower. The food however, not the greatest. My husband ordered the cheese plate appetizer. It was not good at all. We were lucky enough that they did not charge us for that after we complained. The rib eye steak was not flavorful at all and at over $100 I would not recommend it. Upon ordering coffee, we got coffee but not offered any cream or sugar. We had to wait a long time to get someone to notice us so that we could request the cream and sugar. By then the coffee was cold. We will not return but at least we did get to see the venue itself. read more

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

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

My long-time friend and I celebrated her birthday at Summit House last night. The kind person who seated us ensured the booth worked well for our table's (disability-related) circumstances. Abby B is so incredibly excellent! She had so much patience with us! Checking on us regularly and really making us feel welcome. The best service experience I've had in an incredibly long time. Assisting her and us was Andrew Rivas who matched her excellence in kindness and attention. On top of this excellent service, the live piano music was so very wonderful! I'm sorry that I don't know the very talented pianist's name. He played such great songs, took requests, and was so very personable. Summit House offers a variety of choices; my friend and I both enjoyed our Prime Rib dinners. Bringing an enjoable beginning and ending to the experience, the person at the valet (also don't know his name) was so incredibly kind. All-around a truly excellent team that really raised the quality of the experience to priceless! Thank you, Summit House!, read more

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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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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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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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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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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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

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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

Best prime rib, steakhouse I've ever been to! Prime rib has lots of flavor and you get the opportunity to have two sides and cream corn comes as standard for the table to share. I enjoy that you don't have to make a choice between the cream of spinach or the cream corn. On Wednesdays it's prime rib Wednesdays, where a plate of their standard cut is $39. Service was great and you really do get a fine dining experience . Servers come back quickly to check on you and they really prioritize the customer experience. We were also celebrating a birthday and they give a nice hundred card and a complementary dessert which makes the dining experience much more memorable and personalized. ambience is that nice old times vibe which matches the vibe of getting a prime rib dinner. There's lots of seating available and lots of parking available as well. I enjoy the fact that you do not have to drive out so far to experience good prime rib and I'll definitely be coming back in the future read more

Summit House - Steakhouses Near Me - Fullerton, California

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

This place is way to nice to not have a dress code. This is the type of place to get dressed up and celebrate an anniversary, birthday, ect. Certain type of people show up in swimming shorts and flip flops, baseball caps and ruin the atmosphere. Us Latinos and blacks shake our head. read more

This restaurant is one of my favorites. It is so classy. I love the front door! That red just pops! We came here to celebrate my birthday! We ordered a bottle of my favorite wine: Caymus. This wine is soooooo good! For dinner, we ordered the Skuna Bay Salmon, which was oak-grilled with a sweet chili glaze. It was served with spinach and cilantro-lime rice. OMG ... to die for. Very flavorful and it was a good-sized entree! We also ordered the Roast Rack of Colorado Lamb which was their special that night. They usually do not have this on the menu. It was an oven-roasted, herb-rubbed lamb with a spicy sauce made with citrus and flavored with marigold and mint, and served with garlic mashed potatoes. I'm not a fan of lamb but omg soooooo good! Not gamy at all and super tender! I highly recommend this dish and I hope they add it to their menu. We also ordered their creamed corn because I love love love their creamed corn. To die for! For my birthday dessert .... They brought me the English Trifle. It was made with fresh strawberries, topped with Chantilly cream, toasted almonds, and a raspberry on top. Too strawberry-ish (is this a word?!) for me but nevertheless still good! There was a card at our table for me for my birthday and I found it sweet that the staff signed it. Most restaurants do not do this so this was a classy touch. I will definitely be back! Next time we will try to get a table by the windows for the view! The service here is phenomenal! They are very attentive! Thank you Summit House for making my birthday memorable! read more

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Great food and great service with amazing waitresses. Thank you for the great vibes and food!

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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Came here as a group of 5 with a reservation for dinner on Wednesday and we were seated right after we checked in! We've been here a couple times in the past and we've honestly never been disappointed! ~the food~ - Cottage cut prime rib (usually $54, but $38 on Wednesdays only!): Their prime ribs comes with their famous creamed corn, creamed spinach, and Yorkshire popover. Their creamed corn is so sweet and delicious and pairs amazingly with their Yorkshire popover. I felt that the creamed spinach was a bit too salty for my taste, but was still delicious! Their prime rib cut is very tender, and flavorful! Personally, the cottage cut is more than enough in terms of portion (I almost with they had a smaller size)! - Big rock blue cheese iceberg wedges ($16): Iceberg lettuce wedges topped with tomatoes, bacon, pecans, and their blue cheese dressing. Even though I'm not a fan of blue cheese, I really enjoyed this salad! The portion of this salad is quite big, so I recommend sharing this between 2-4 people especially as a starter. ~parking~ Parking isn't generally an issue as their restaurant has a decent sized parking lot! ~overall~ The ambiance is very nice and cozy, it truly feels like a house. The service was also great! Our server was very attentive and made our dinner a great experience. Pricing wise, I think that the because of the food quality and service, I think it's a great deal! You can tell that they use really nice quality beef for their prime ribs and so I think their pricing is super reasonable! read more

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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

I so wanted to love the Summit House based on friends' recommendations, albeit from years ago. We decided to come for our anniversary. The nice opening touches were appreciated- a signed by all staff personalized anniversary card was waiting at our table. Although we couldn't see the view, our booth was comfortable. Our server, Luke, was as attentive as he could be given the amount of tables he was responsible for. But the kitchen timing was off, and the bar could not make a basic margarita despite two tries, and I am pretty forgiving. The lobster bisque was soooo salty and I love salt. It was so bracingly salty that I could not finish half of it. My filet mignon was lukewarm to cold when it came out. My husband's prime rib was hot... we deduced it was because the large party of 12 next to us mostly had prime rib, so mine probably sat around for awhile. Since I already sent back my marg, I just gave up after 2 bites and the air fryer or microwave it will be for lunch tomorrow. They did send out a complimentary Chocolate puff pastry with choc chip ice cream, which was decadent and helped redeem my mediocre dinner. $35 corkage fee which we gladly took advance of, but then my husband opted for the $85 forty year port... guess one balanced out the other. read more

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We came here to celebrate my parents' anniversary. We had a reservation, but we decided to arrive early so we could grab a drink in the bar. I started with the French onion soup. It was so flavorful! The prime rib was cooked to a perfect medium-rare and paired perfectly with the horseradish sauce. The wait staff was really attentive and helpful. They made sure we had everything we needed. read more

Summit House - French Onion soup - Steakhouses Near Me - Fullerton, California

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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

Well, I have been very disappointed with their filet mignon steak which is about 100.00 plus. Both times (visits) the steak was under cooked and I had to return it. Once the steak was returned, it was over cook and chard. Note: First time they gave me my money back. Second time there: While my friends and family ate, I waited patiently with disappointment. Service and ambiance was good. This place would be my last choice for fine dining. Worst filet mignon ever. Also, Extremely Fatty read more

To begin with, so beautiful!! Stunning service, fireplace, seating, views and the food was excellent. Best Charred MR ribeye I have ever had. Lobster bisque was fantastic. Booths were very nice and can I say again, the service was excellent!! read more

Well whats not to love about a restaurant that sits on TOP of The World. You literally have the best views which makes the ambiance a delight. With plenty of parking you get a 360 of North Orange County upon entering you are greeted and seated. Ive popped in for their happy hour and dinner. Happy hour has a cool designed outdoor patio and playing in background. The seats are underneath their big beautiful trees. As for tye restaurant, we celebrated anniversary and bdays here. I can truly say Valentines dinner is always special because of the heart shaped steak cuts and my favorite ravioli is heart shaped Like I said,popping in for a quick casual drink is so relaxing after a 5 Mile hike. We were in our work out clothes and even then,we still felt very welcomed. Dinner with hubby we dress up,and hubby looks handsome in his suit. We are always welcomed to a great host,and fast service. I recommend this stunning restaurant for special occasions and for after work/social gatherings. Thanks to the staff and chef,they always make our visit a memorable one! read more

Came back to summit house to celebrate my fiance's birthday and they had the prime rib Wednesday deal! It's such an amazing deal. $38 for prime rib, creamed spinach, creamed corn, and Yorkshire popover. We also ordered a side of truffle fries and it was DELICIOUS! I love how crispy the shoestring fries were and the truffle flavor was everything! They make you feel so special when it's your birthday, they gave him a signed card and a free birthday dessert! Definitely will be back to celebrate more birthdays! read more

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Amazing restaurant, the charm and ambience is wonderful. The food (prime rib and John Dory) is the best in So Cal!!! Be sure to make a reservation and go on Prime Rib Wednesday. By the way, the service is great too. Thank you for a wonderful anniversary experience. read more

This was my first visit to Summit house. I am part of a Meetup group that has dinner here every November. I will definitely plan to attend next year's dinner as well. The parking was separated into two or three lots. I chose to park myself instead of having a valet. There is a beautiful walkway between the parking lot and the restaurant itself. The interior is cozy and reminds me of Rothchild's in Corona Del Mar. As I sat at the dinner table, I felt like I was in a Hallmark holiday movie. It felt so warm and family like. I wasn't particularly hungry that night, as my earlier lunch stayed with me, and I decided to eat lighter than normal for dinner. Instead of ordering prime rib, which would have been my GoTo meal, I ordered the rotisserie chicken instead. The server was on the ball, and his service was very good, considering we had a large party. The Support staff was on the ball as well. Everyone at my table seem to be happy and some were regulars at Summit house. I would have ordered dessert, but I was stuffed and will have to make a return visit with a date. read more

What a gorgeous restaurant. We celebrated my husband's birthday here last week and had a fantastic time. The service was wonderful. Our server was named Dakota and he really made us feel welcomed. The food was top notch. The caesar salad is incredible, especially paired with the bread. My husband and I split the 10 Oz filet. It was delicious. The scalloped potato was a nice touch. We also loved the creamed corn and creamed spinach. We brought a bottle of wine for a corkage fee, and also had additional drinks. My husband was given a complimentary birthday card and dessert. His parents enjoyed their entrees. My grandpa is a light eater, so he just had a bowl of French onion soup and he loved it. We will definitely be back. read more

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Kids liked the spaghettis. The cheesecake and carrot cake for dessert were excellent. Princess rib good, they offer English style. Spinach and corn were good as well. Service was great. read more

this popular steakhouse in fullerton sit on the top of a hill. it has a beautiful view of the suburban lights and the restaurant interior is very homey and classic. this was my first visit and i was surprised to enjoy it as much as i did! we went for my birthday and so they gave us a free dessert with a little card signed by all of the staff. it's definitely a pricey spot, but they give some complimentary items so you could fill up without breaking the bank if you wanted to. Hokkaido Scallops 2 giant scallops wrapped in prosciutto and sitting in a cheesy cranberry apple pecan chutney. the sauce with the pecan and cranberry mixed together so well and complimented the scallops. such an interesting dish and so good! Bone Marrow Mac n' Cheese for a side dish this was HUGE. i love mac n' cheese but honestly this was not my favorite. i felt like it didn't have too much flavor and felt very overly fatty to me (more than normal mac n cheese for some reason). it does come with some chili flakes that add a nice little kick. French Onion Soup Gratinee this soup was amazing. it was savory and just slightly sweet from the onions without being overwhelming. the giant chunks of bread were soft yet crispy and deliciously soaked up the broth. the melted cheese tied it altogether nicely as well. this was a win for me. Lamb Chop w/ Risotto this was a seasonal dish and tbh i didn't care for it as much as i thought i would. the meat was tender and good but the cheesy risotto lacked character for me and the honey chimichurri sauce was too sweet for my liking. Roast Prime Ribs of Beef Cottage Cut i don't like beef much but if i go back i'd order this instead. this plate was loaded and the meat was tender, the yorkshire popover was soft and crispy, and it comes with unlimited horseradish sauce and creamed corn. Complimentary Bread i would fill up on this sourdough bread if i could... read more

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Wow. Came here to celebrate graduating and finishing the semester with friends, everything is top tier: service, food, drinks, and ambiance was perfect. Live piano music on a Sunday night. Ordered: Truffle Fries: 10/10 appetizer finger food, perfectly crispy and seasoned shoestring fries, debated ordering when we emptied the basket, but needed to save my stomach for the main dish. Summit House Prime Rib: 1000/10 my camera does not do this plate justice, I got it medium, perfectly cooked soft and juicy and au jus is a MUST. Creamed spinach wasn't too salty, was my first time trying a popover and loved it!! Saw all the reviews about the creamed corn and didn't think much until I actually tried it, had probably half the dish by myself. Lavender Lemon Drop: 10/10 drink went by too quickly, but as someone who hates the taste of alcohol this was a fun tasty drink! My friends ordered the Moscow Mule and the Chai Espresso Martini, both solid options as well. Spicy Pomegranate Paloma changed my life for the better 100/10 for the DDs of your group. Experience and food was worth the price tag, we were celebrating and wanted to enjoy the food and each others company, will be repeat customers after this amazing first time experience thank you to the staff for taking good care of us! read more

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After hearing friends raving about Summit House, hubby was eager to go that weekend! Concerned that outdoor seating was the only option, it turned out to be a blessing, as we were privileged to be personally seated by their manager to our table, fabulously located offering great views! The outdoor dining area is appealingly open & airy, with the tables comfortably spaced apart. We were also fortunate to be served by Jen(nifer), who was fun-&-personable, knowledgeable on the restaurant's history and the menu, and offered fabulous service, which was comfortably attentive, yet completely unrushed -- and who I'd later discovered happened to be our friends' server during their visit. A complimentary loaf of warm sourdough bread served with a ramekin of softened butter was a tasty accompaniment with our preprandial martini cocktails -- respectively, vodka and gin ($19 each). We started with their Summit House salad, split ($15), followed by Roast Prime Ribs of Beef - Castle cut, split, ($94.50); our split entrees were attractively presented; the prime rib extremely generous in size (more than I could consume) and beautifully prepared; their horseradish is a nice balance between chunky and creamy. Given the theme (English inn and prime rib), I chose their English Trifle ($15) as the finale to our meal; however, we didn't enjoy the dessert -- took just a couple of bites; it was not what I'd expected in presentation or taste (the strawberries were not the texture I'd imagined and were too sweet for my preference). Apart from the selected dessert, it was a lovely and memorable evening. Their receipt notes, "Your Special Occasion Place"; indeed, I agree, and shall be among our go-to places for a celebration... or as it was for this first experience, a fun-&-special date night. Limited self and complimentary valet parking is available in front of the restaurant; with a full lot, we found parking in the Vista Park lot below, making a fun uphill walk to dinner and a nice downhill walk along the trail after our meal (surprisingly, the path was not lit at night). Looking forward to returning to experience more of their menu items -- and their bar, as well. read more

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Do yourself a favor and come here if you get a chance. This place is SPECIAL! The service is tailored to each customer and very prompt. The inside reminds you of an old cabin of yesteryear. Came for our 1 year wedding anniversary and so glad we did. I ordered the castle cut prime rib and my wife ordered the summit cut. Both were absolutely to die for. We also ordered French onion soup and the Cesar salad. The French onion soups flavors were deep and rich, one of the best I've had. The Cesar salad was also really good, The bone marrow Mac and cheese was exquisite, Our cocktails were both top notch and it was worth every penny we spent. They topped it off with a free dessert for our first anniversary. What an experience. read more

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An iconic place in Orange County tucked away in the hills of Fullerton with an incredible view. The staff are warm, welcoming, and professional. Great place for formal dining and come early and enjoy the view. We met a nice lady who was our server and she let me in on a secret refreshing drink called the Arnold Schwarzenegger... it's Summit House's take on the classic Arnold Palmer. Visited the other night had the rib-eye and it lived up to expectations. Also added the charcuterie board and bacon wrapped scallops.... Hats off to the chef and the staff! Our experience was unforgettable read more

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Came for prime rib Wednesday and it was such a deal! The Caesar salad, prime rib, and crème brûlée were all delicious. Our waitress was superb and very friendly when it came to answering all our questions about ordering. Ambiance inside is great as well as it's a nicer restaurant and has views from the top of the hill. Give this place a try if you're craving a nice dinner! read more

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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

Loved everything about our visit to Summit House! We went on a Wednesday for their prime rib deal--such an amazing value. We got there early enough to catch happy hour, and it was totally worth it. The drinks were great, especially the espresso martini--highly recommend coming early to take full advantage. The prime rib was a 5/5--tender, flavorful, a must-order. The bone marrow mac and cheese was a bit of a miss for me--2/5. It lacked flavor and the bone marrow felt more like a gimmick than a real addition. The Brussels sprouts had great flavor--solid 4/5--but could've been crispier. The fries were perfect--crispy, hot, and delicious. 5/5. The creamed corn was also a standout--5/5 and love that it's complimentary! Not a fan of their creamed spinach, but to be fair, I usually don't like that dish anywhere. The ambiance is cozy and charming--it really does feel like you're dining in a house, which fits the name perfectly. If you get seated by the window, the view is amazing. The vibe is classy but relaxed--you don't have to dress up too fancy, casual is totally fine here. To top it off, the staff was incredibly sweet and even surprised us with a free dessert for our anniversary--such a thoughtful touch. Phenomenal experience overall. This is a perfect spot for a special occasion or just a great dinner out. Only downside: parking isn't the best. We had to park in the lower lot and walk a bit, but valet is available if you'd rather not deal with that. Highly recommend read more

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Everything from appetizers to dessert it was really delicious! It did not disappoint us! This is our second time coming to this restaurant the first was when I took my husband for his birthday as the decor and ambiance was great for a romantic dinner and also for an old fashion dinning experience! We both had a wonderful time so we decided to come and introduce it to our friends and spend his birthday here with his wife! And they loved it! The service was great our waiter Leo was wonderful to have so positive and Josiah the manager at that time was also pleasant! We brought our own wine too, although the corkage was a little bit expensive given the fact that they didn't have the proper opener and also the proper wine glasses... Overall we all had a great time with delicious food! We will for sure be back with more friends and maybe plan a wine dinner soon!!! read more

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