Great breakfast with my family last weekend. Eggs Benedict was wonderful, the hollandaise was the absolute best! Thank you and love the Ash family! read more

Great prime rib filet and rib eye! We have been coming here for years a s love this place.

If I could leave zero stars I would. Let me start by saying that this was by far one of the worst experiences I have ever had while dining out. My cousin wanted to treat me to dinner yesterday as I've been having a hard week. We were planning on going to Nicks which is my go to in Pacifica but it was closed. So we ended up coming here.... The first thing I noticed when we got there are the signs posted all over the walls that stated you would be charged extra if you pay with card & Also that they prefer you tip servers in cash. Super tacky and weird. Then as we're walking by the bar this mean looking lady and 2 older women servers are all staring at us as if we don't belong there. Super uncomfortable since we were a little confused as to where the dinning area was. This older lady behind the bar shouts that the dinning area is in the back. So we keep walking until we find a table and sit ourselves. Fast forward we both order a garden salad, and the potato skin appetizer. When we received it, it was super disappointing. My cousin found a hair in the salad, which we didn't even tell the server so we wouldn't make a big deal. And the potato skins had a frozen taste to them. We returned the potato skins. For our entree I got the breaded shrimp and fries and my cousin got the shrimp pesto linguini. My shrimp had more breading than shrimp. It was soggy and tasteless. The shrimp had an after taste as if they were frozen as well. The pasta with shrimp tasted the same way. Nasty as if those shrimp were old. I returned my plate after trying one shrimp. When the check arrived I realize that they've charged us for the plate I returned and I ask the server why. She then tells me that the owner had told her to charge me for it. So I ask to speak to the owner. Now here is when things took a horrible turn. Owner comes up to the table with her mask half way off pointing her finger in my face and screaming at me that I have to pay for this food because I ate 3 shrimp. When I tried explaining myself she talked over me and continued screaming pointing her finger and accusing me of being disrespectful to her and to the server. Let me clarify that I was never rude. I actually really liked our server Erin. She was sweet. But the owner was extremely disrespectful, dismissive and a liar. Mind you, the other employees were just standing there watching her yell at me. She then threatened to CALL THE POLICE on me if I didn't pay for the plate that I did not eat. I was in shock that she went this far. When I say I was upset I mean I was in utter disbelief. I said fine call them. And upon more arguing she finally decided to take the plate off the bill. Please please please save yourself the bad experience and do not come here. This lady is absolutely crazy. We ended up paying $54 for a pasta that my cousin did not eat and a kids hotdog meal. So over priced for such low quality. Will never ever step foot into this place ever again and I urge you not too as well. read more

We came in for just a quick drink and snack. We were welcomed with very friendly and prompt service. We loved the ambiance. The place has been there forever and is an old train station. The decor is consistent with the time period and they have some great historical photos on the walls. We will definitely be back. The owner, Barbara, made us a great Gin and Tonic. And, our server Michael, was on totally on it. read more

Very nice place laid back very very friendly the food was amazing the waitress named Michael was so sweet

Just had the crab sandwich for lunch at Vallemar Station. It was excellent, enough to move it to the top of my list for the best crab sandwich in Pacifica. The fries were also perfectly cooked. My sister and I will definitely be back. My next order will be the prime rib. read more

their food at Vallemar station is just awesome. crab sandwich clam chowder, crab. Luis and their sandwiches were all fantastic.

The food is amazing. I got the fried chicken with mashed potatoes and grilled vegetables. The chicken was super moist. I have never had such tender fried chicken breast before in my life. Portion size was amazing. Literally received half a chicken for 18.99. Highly recommend the food. Plus the service was great. Everyone was really friendly and attentive. I was sad that not many people were there. This place definitely deserves more recognition. The decor is a little dated but it's a cute old school vibe. read more

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There's never a cook!!! I have called over ten times and there's never a cook!!! "Call back after 3 or after 4" it's always the cook is not in or they don't have what you want! Seriously I don't know how this place stays open read more

Wonderful family atmosphere! The staff did a great job treating us to a wonderful dinner and experience. Menu had a lot of choices and the historical display and family history was very enjoyable. read more

A wonderful little restaurant here. It's nothing fancy and I can see why some say it needs to be updated but if you don't care about outdated things and are more interested in good food and good service this is a good stop. The chicken was excellent! read more

Service was great and food was tasty. I was in Pacifica for business and on my way home I decided to get a bite. This local place looked inviting and I wanted to check it out. Several locals were watching football game on two large TVs and I decided to eat by the bar. Bartender was very friendly, answered all my questions about the food. I ordered fired calamari- they were fresh and not greasy (good sign!). Perfect local place to have a drink, watch a game and share food with your friends. read more

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I've been eating here my whole life, as far as I know. Ive always loved it here. Family dinners, karaoke nights, breakfast, etc. today made me give my review. Also made me happy dance as I ate. The rumors are true! The crab sandwich is better than the famous competitor down the road. I just died and went to sandwich heaven today. Sad to be moving away, but so happy I know the places to go when I come back! read more

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Not the best dining experience, as server brought me the wrong order; however, server did offer a replacement meal but I didn't want to wait any longer, so he graciously offered to pack it to-go. That made up for my disappointment in receiving the wrong meal. The clam chowder was pretty good and the veal scallopini was okay, no palate excitement. Perhaps because I didn't get the meal I really wanted. I'll have to give this another chance, just to be fair. read more

Vallemar Station - Steakhouses Near Me - Pacifica, California

This is one of my favorite restaurants in Pacifica. On Friday, Saturday and Sunday they have Prime Rib on the menu. They give you a nice thick and very large portion with the rib attached. Easily two meals worth, unless you are absolutely famished to begin with. I also love their Calamari Dore. Very friendly staff too. During the winter or on foggy days in Pacifica, their fireplace in the bar is very inviting. read more

I hate to leave not good reviews for restaurants, but this was just not the best experience. There was a misunderstanding when we first got to our seat. Our eventual waitress was very kind, but the waitress who was supposed to be ours (Cheryl) was very rude, especially to the other servers. Cheryl was verbally abusing other servers in front of customers, yelling at younger servers and even cussing at them. The fried chicken was the highlight of the meal, but the fish and chips were not good at all. The fries had a fishy taste to them. I had the garlic pasta and prawns. The pasta was okay but the prawns lacked any seasoning or flavor. Not worth it for the price. And to the owners of this restaurant, fire Cheryl immediately!! read more

Was hesitant to try this place because of mixed reviews but after a day at the beach, I wanted some seafood. Place looks iffy from the outside but I guess that's part of the charm. Place is old but charming. Our waitress was amazing with my family and checked on us sufficient. I had the cioppino which was amazing. My wife had the Cajun catfish and loved it. Potato skins as an appetizer was also excellent. Overall, we had 0 issues and felt welcomed. This is a place to come back for sure! read more

3.5 stars. I was craving clam chowder and found this place in Pacifica. Upon arrival, this came across as a local spot that's got the charm of an older restaurant with a feeling of yesteryears. You walk through the bar to get to the hostess stand. By 6:30PM, the main dining room was already 80% occupied with a couple of tables blocked off as reserved. Hubby and I were seated at the last open table. We opted to order a bowl of clam chowder, the cioppino over linguini and 1/2 spaghetti & meatballs and 1/2 ravioli combo. We were immediately served complimentary bread which was tasty and not stale or out-of-the-fridge cold like I've had at other places. The clam chowder was really yummy!! It was exactly how I like it - not too watery, not too thick, just right and hit the spot! The cioppino over linguini arrived in a generous bowl and filled to the rim with plenty of seafood - scallop, shrimp, fish, clams, etc. all in a tasty broth. It was well worth the price. I liked the ravioli more than the spaghetti and meatballs. It was tasty but nothing extraordinary. The wait staff were all friendly and helpful and we walked away very full with leftovers. I would be back for their clam chowder for sure and maybe try some of their other dishes. read more

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Absolutely the best!!!! Have dined in and now getting take out because of the quarantine! Both are fantastic! We've had the prime rib which is unbelievable! (See pic!). Available Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights. Sunday fried chicken and pot roast specials are equally wonderful and so generous! Thank you Vallemar Station for being there for us! Can't wait to work our way through the menu! read more

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I rarely write a review but felt compelled because we rarely go to a restaurant where my husband, myself and both my kiddos love the food and scrape our plates clean. We've driven by the place so many times and finally just decided to pop in for lunch after a hike and were all so satisfied by the delicious food and kind waitress. The crab is amazing, the clam chowder is uniquely yummy, my 7 and 9 year old ate up two Ceazar salads, and the sweet potato fries were great. The workers are just good authentic people from the community and I appreciate their service. read more

I honestly never write bad reviews but here we go. Me and my friends went out and we all payed for our own meal. When we asked the waitress to split the payment she literally started yelling at us. Given the services wasn't even that good in the first place we all decided not to leave a tip. There was a back exit so we went through there. As we all were getting in the car to leave the waitress was literally running to our car and started banging on the window. I rolled down the window and she started screaming at me "why didn't you guys leave a tip." A processed just to be respectful and just gave her a very vague answer. "Then she rwply the bill was a big bill you owe me a tip." Me and my friends just pulled away. 1. It doesn't matter what the bill is, it matters about the customer service. 2. You never ask people why they did not leave a tip. You do not know their financial situation. I would not recommend this place. read more

The food was delicious. Tasted homemade. The service was very good and our waitress Denise was very knowledgeable on the places and sights to see in the area. If your in Pacifica, check them out. read more

There is something about this place that has the "good ole day" vibe and I love it!! When you walk in, you are immediately in the bar. If coming for a drink grab a seat at the bar top or have at seat in the lounge. If you are coming to grub on some tasty home cooked delicious-ness, well then, walk down just past the end of the bar and you will see the hostess stand. The hostess will escort you to their small, 36 person occupancy, dining room. They will deliver fresh french bread and butter and take your drink order. I like for my bread to be warm and they are happy to accommodate that. We have pretty much had everything on their menu and my favorites are the Coconut Petrale and Rack of Lamb. On our most recent visit we wanted to try a couple new dishes and went for Panko Crusted Orange Roughy, the Ribeye Steak (MR), and Chicken Tuscano pasta. While I was initially worried that the pasta dish would be too heavy, the sauce it was in was lighter than anticipated ... in a good way. Not like a scampi, not an Alfredo, but something in between. All dishes were cooked just as requested and the homemade creamed spinach was totally worth the extra calories. As a matter of fact, it was so delicious I could have eaten another serving. Their homemade salad dressings are delicious. The Italian mixed with blue cheese = super yummy! Service is pretty good. We have always been greeted with a smile and promptly been taken care of. Service can be slow on their busy nights/hours, but the bus boy, Antonio, helps so we have never been left waiting for anything. Definitely a little more than just a fan! read more

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I wanted to like this place so bad but after dinning here for dinner I was left dissatisfied to say the least. I've lived in the BOV for 17+ years and pass this place up every single day. Friday night I'm lazy and want something close by. I call and make reservations for 6 since I'm not familiar with how busy this place gets. We had no issue with parking which is always a plus! We walk in and first thing I got was ALL EYES ON ME! I know I'm an attractive person (lol) but DAMN the stares were like daggers! We were seated right away next to a party of 6 loud ass foul mouthed disrespectful idiots! I dined with my family including my children ages 6 and 8. The dinning area felt like a old school Dennys and not much wiggle room, I felt cramped and too close to the next table. I noticed other ppl who came AFTER us were being served drinks and bread. We had to wait a little longer for a "hello" and menus. I realize we are the only brown ppl (aside from the bus boys) but a water would be nice. Our server finally stopped by in a hurry to take our drink order. We order our food and some appetizers to start with. We all enjoyed the potato skins and will pass on the deep fried mushrooms. Something about the batter I didn't like. I ordered the fish and asked that my garlic sauce come on the side. Mom ordered fried prawns, brother ordered fish and chips, kids ordered pasta and chicken strips. Nothing fancy... Food comes and the first thing I notice is the garlic sauce poured all over my fish. Moms prawns were WAY over cooked and my brothers fish and chips looked as if they left it in the fryer too long. Pasta came out with a BIG ASS scoop of butter which I thought was weird and the chicken strips were fried to the crisp. The whole time we're enduring the reckless behavior around us. The lack of consideration didn't surprise me at all. The fact that ppl smoke outside knowing the door is open made for an uncomfortable experience. I felt like an outcast and tried to ignore the fact that my party wasn't receiving the same attentive service as all the other tables. It's no wonder I drive past this place and never stop by...been there done that never again! read more

Vallemar Station - Fish sitting in a puddle of garlic sauce. You can see the scoop of butter on my child's pasta plate. Fries were over cooked and hard to eat! - Steakhouses Near Me - Pacifica, California

It had been a while but we decided to come back for dinner here. There's nothing like Vallemar Station -- a restaurant and bar located in a historic train station for the San Francisco originating Ocean Shore Railroad line that faded away in the early days of Prohibition. After starting with garlic bread that arrived piping hot, my friend had the Chicken Toscano and I had the Salmon Piccata. The Chicken Toscano included a nice-sized portion of chicken pounded thin along with asparagus, artichokes, zucchini, and mushrooms in a light cream sauce over angel hair pasta. The Salmon Piccata was perfectly cooked with a crisscross grill char on top and was served with al dente veggies (zucchini, carrots, bok choy) and large baked potato. Like the garlic bread, both dishes arrived hot and we thoroughly enjoyed the meal. The white wine by the glass we drank was tasty and great quality. Both our server and busser were friendly and professional and made us feel welcome. We didn't have room for desert but look forward to having some next time. We'll be back again soon for dinner or weekend brunch. Head over to the coastside sometime and check it out! read more

Went in on a Wednesday night for a quiet dinner for 2. The fried pickles were excellent, and the service was both kind & fast. The atmosphere was great and the menu had tons of options. I usually order out for burgers from this restaurant because they're always a hit, but I think I'll be coming in for a meal more often! read more

We fell in love with this place when we first visited Pacifica and visit every time we are in town. We like the old school feel of the place and the service is always great! Food is a mixture of steak, seafood, pasta and weekend brunch and nightly specials. All of it is good and I always have left overs to take home. Fried chicken on Sunday's is good (you get 1/2 a chicken!) Prime rib is huge! Clam chowder is delicious Plus can't go wrong with bread basket and an assortment of desserts read more

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Excellent place if you don't mine sandwiches with Wonder Bread. I understand profit margins, but this place took it too fare searching BLT with Wonder Bread for ~$11 read more

Chances are a local will be your portal to this place. Driving by for years, I thought this lodgelike building was some kind of train museum... (there is a caboose next door that sells handmade jewelry). Actually, inside, there is a model of the train stop that used to be there... just trying to keep Pacificans aware of their rich Bay Area history. This puts a +1 for solidarity on an otherwise 2 star rating. I am from the other side of P-town... the side with no ties to my neighborhood history. The bar is great for waiting for your party to arrive. Small cocktail glasses, but poured with a heavy hand... just the way i like them! Again, the Maxx machine was a great addition to the bar. I don't know if it's because I'm an outsider, but the food is mediocre, and the locals just keep on coming, so I'm assuming there are not alot of places in the locale that offer the affordability and a common gathering place for elder locals to gussy up a bit for a nice dinner and bump into each other to share news about each others' children. Just kidding. Sort of. The waiters are upbeat and jocular... the last one that served us looked like he wanted to give me a nugie but instead playfully fake-punched my shoulder. Ask them to repeat their choice of salad dressing... extra points if they can do it twice without messing up. What good sports. read more

It's been here forever, though it may have changed hands a couple of times, it's a good location, parking's easy, full of locals and food is excellent for a sports bar. I don't know what the other reviewers are complaining about -- our service was over-attentive if anything when it was slow. Later, when it was busier and we returned after Gorilla BBQ, the service fell off but we just ordered drinks from the bar. If Vallemar Station has a problem I'd say it was with focus. The menu has steaks, seafood and other fancy entrees -- with prices to match. The food lives up to it, too. But the service is a little more downscale. So if you're looking for a little butt-kissing to go with your $20 steak, it isn't going to happen here. If you want traditional bar fare (wings and onion rings were great) and the Niners on a flat-screen, you'll be happy here . read more

OMG, I am an eggs benedict girl and this place is seriously no joke. This was the BEST eggs benedict I have ever had and our server was lovely and welcoming! Don't sleep on this one! read more

Great old-fashioned bar and restaurant. It has a sort of ambiance of being somewhat between a sports bar with a train decor and a formal restaurant. It just ends up being cool--sit back, relax, and enjoy! I have been here several times over the past year for dinner and breakfast and the food here is consistently great. You always see the locals coming here time and time again. It doesn't matter whether you order pancakes, hamburgers, pasta , chicken-fried steak, or seafood--this place will make you happy. The hamburger is really nice, and the pasta tastes like your Grandma works in the kitchen. I recommend getting a bottle of Jake's Fault merlot with your meal. The place is not a bargain, and if you order the lobster, expect to pay a bit. However, you WILL get what you pay for here. This is my default restaurant in Pacifica. Try it, and it may become yours too. read more

Went to eat a couple of weeks ago. Would never ever go there again. When you walk in you're a greeted with the instant sight of dis pair. There is an old woman at the bar who I am assuming is the owner. She looks about 80 and she is the bartender. I felt bad because she could barely walk. Other than the fact of me going there a couple times to an ALWAYS empty restaurant, you see her and she greets you with her rude tone. When I sat down to eat the service took no joke, about 10 minutes for the waitress to even notice that I was sitting at the table. Not only was I extremely dissatisfied with the service, I was also disappointed with how dirty the tables and walked are. There are stains and crumbs all over the walls and tables. It looks like no one even bothered to clean any of it. When the waitress finally came to me, she told me that a lot of the items on the menu are no longer available. I settled for the fried calamari. When it got to me I was very disappointed with how soggy and oily it was. The point of the fried calamari was that it's supposed to be FRIED, not soggy. I ended up just getting the calamari and leaving. I have also heard of the place having a rat problem. I have heard stories before of rats running across the dining room and thankfully I didn't see any because then there would've been an even bigger issue talked about in this review. Moral of the story is to never eat here. If you do, keep your expectations low, very low. read more

Husband and I came here for date night and arrived at 5pm on a Saturday. Restaurant didn't take reservation for party of 2 but there was no wait at 5pm. Restaurant was full by 6pm however. I had seafood carpaccio over linguini pasta and it was such a generous plate of goodness. Lots of seafood in delicious red sauce. Husband had prime rib that looked like at least 1.5 lbs and came with 2 sides. It's good enough for two people! Clam chowder was so creamy and one of the best I've had in the area. Restaurant looks a little old/dated but also charming at the same time. We are already plotting our next dinner here! read more

Food was pretty good. Bit awkward walking through the bar to get to hostess stand. Quickly seated - I went to restroom before sitting - waitress took my husband and boys drink orders while I was gone. Within one minute of sitting down she wanted our food orders - stated I need a minute or two I just sat down so gave her my drink order "she says well then I will get that first" - well yes since I am not ready to order. Placed our order felt very rushed to make a choice. The buser brought us some bread - 3 little pieces for four of us. Soon as basket was empty he grabbed it. My son had to ask for some more bread when his cup of clam chowder arrived. Ordered Cup of Clam Chowder - pretty good flavor was very thin though Side Salad - good mix of greens but a lot of brown wilted pieces had one grape tomato, one slice of cucumber and a had full of kidney beans & chickpeas Thursday night special - Braised Short Ribs choose garlic mashed potatoes and veggies - short ribs had good flavor but sauce was very oily, veggies was mostly bok choy, mashed potatoes tasted like instant and had no season let alone garlic. (19.99) Ribeye Steak - good size cooked correct to order no seasoning on it, mashed potatoes same as above, creamed spinach good flavor had a little sweetness to sauce. (26.99) Fish & Chips - decent seasoning - pretty soggy breading was not crispy - French fries good (14.99) Philly Cheesesteak - nice sized sandwich but roll half full about 1 1/2 each end nothing but bread - full of onion and peppers more than meat (12.99) Lemonade cost same as a soda ($3.00) but you are not informed they do not give free refills on Lemonade until after they ask if you want a refill. Now for dining experience - we were ready to leave before our food arrived - it was so loud that my husband I was sitting next to could not hear me. We had to repeat ourselves to waitress a number of times. It was busy most the tables were full, it is a small dining room - but because of a guy at the corner table two tables from us was talking like he was taking to us everyone else was taking louder, two tables across from us 2 crying kids. You could not hear yourself think let alone talk to your party. Not once was anything said - but can understand when their waitress herself keep yelling across the dining from at the buser to do things. Speaking of him - twice he reached across my husband and son without even an excuse me are you done with that, would you like me to take it, just grabbed it. Nothing like armpit when your taking a bite of food. Finally couldn't take it anymore so just asked for a to go box. Was given book and 10 minutes later at an empty table cause buser had taken everything including napkins we still didn't have a check - finally ask the lady that was at hostess counter when she walked by if we could get our check ... Forget trying to read that they still use handwritten checks and it's unreadable - we could barely make out prices but sure could read total written right in the center and circled. there is a nice big tv in dining room which was nice since football game was on and was nice they had volume off so where not fight that noise too. Price for sandwich & fries and for the fish $ chips (which was 3 pieces if fish) was pretty pricy Other than the noise and feeling totally rushed through the whole meal it was ok nothing to rave about. read more

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Address Correction noted and submitted on original entry ( http://www.yelp.com/biz/vallemar-station-pacifica )since this business has not been sold or moved since 10/24/2001 according to CA State and San Mateo county business data. Need to delete this Yelp record "http://www.yelp.com/biz/vallemar-station-pacifica-2" for Vallemar Station leave the original entry in place Original: http://www.yelp.com/biz/vallemar-station-pacifica Otherwise Vallemar Station is a good place to eat along the coast. read more

Food was mediocre at best and definitely overpriced for the poor quality and even worse service. Grumpy older lady made a racist comment to my friend when we picked up our food. Steal sandwich was 25% fat and gristle. The lady then complained about a 10% tip after grabbing the receipt and looking at it. She flat out looked at the receipt and asked "are you kidding me?" To me, a 10% tip on four meals to go seems fair. Nobody waited on me. I will never eat at this place again. read more

Me and my cousin's came by to eat lunch Here It was our first time coming by I'm assuming that was the owner she was not very friendly Utensils were so dirty we asked for a straw The lady handed me coffee straw do you know the straw that you stir the coffee with that is ridiculous will not come back this place is not very friendly read more

Wonderful warm and cozy place, great food, excellent service. The people here are just as nice and friendly as they can be. This is the type of hidden gem local hangout that is really hard to find anymore. read more

Had GREAT service from denise and had amazing food. The atmosphere is nice and the drinks were amazing as well.