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    Hunter Steakhouse

    3.5 (830 reviews)
    Closed 9:30 am - 9:30 pm

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    Casual
    Moderate noise
    Dogs allowed
    Good for groups

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    Blackened Sirloin Steak
    Ann V.

    I was really impressed with my 4 course meal...sooo reasonably priced too. Everrrything was deeelish! The staff and customers were super friendly... such a welcoming environment especially for my first time. They made feel at home in this place built around the 1970s. "Rooted in Tradition, Served with Heart" is the motto. I looove anything vintage. I felt like I literally went back in time...pretty pretty cool. I highly recommend Hunter Steakhouse to the Yelp Community :-)

    Amy R.

    We've been here a few times and some dishes are better than others, but I do think it deserves more stars than it has here. The prices are reasonable, the service is friendly and food, and I love the table side salad service! Gives old steakhouse vibes. This last visit my husband and I split the wagyu and really enjoyed it! We got the scalloped potatoes with it, which my husband loved but it has onions in it (didn't say so on the menu) so I couldn't eat it. Great martinis and decent wine. I'm definitely going back for that wagyu again.

    Steak
    Arin M.

    Prime rib was pretty good. Prices have increased more than anticipated but meat quality was decent. The frozen veg sides need to go though... Ignore the decor and run down feel and order a good cut of meat

    New York Fromage  with Baked Potato
    Orlando P.

    Established in 1970, Hunter's Steakhouse comes from an era of where a Steakhouse was a place of refuge to enjoy a hearty meal with family and friends. And often will be a place where longtime friends meet to reminisce and celebrate their lives together while enjoying their favorite entrees. Laughter and love emanate from tables and gentle whispers from booths where all enjoy the aura of the restaurant. Upon entering, we were greeted by a friendly hostess and brought us to a "well-used" booth (my wife positioned herself so that she didn't sink into a "divet" in the middle of the bench seat), with a single lamp illuminating our table and a flickering LED candle creating an intimate atmosphere for us. Adrian, our very hospitable and attentive waiter, and dressed like a waiter, greeted us and welcomed us to Hunter's Steakhouse. Throughout our meal he diligently ensured that we were well cared for our every needs. Without a hesitation, we ordered from the "Monday, Tuesday, Wednesday Only Four Course Entrees" menu. This would explain why there were so many groups and families enjoying a meal here at at Hunter's!!! -Potato Wedges 10/10, not overcooked, cheese still gooey, delicious, nice and hot -3 Shrimp cocktail 8/10, plate was too big making the shrimp seem small, however, was good -Caesar Salad 7/10, large portion, need more lemon and anchovy flavor -Clam Chowder 7/10, nice flavor and lots of minced clams, nice and hot -New York Fromage Steak 8/10, large 10 oz steak, about 1/2" thick, cooked to medium rare, was more on the medium side with light dry pink middle, overwhelming amount of bleu cheese with onions topping which was very flavorful, the steak was flavorful as well, the baked potato perfect with butter and sour cream -Stroganoff with Linguine 6/10, a very LARGE portion served (enough for two), with the tasty beef stroganoff tender, on the salty side, over perfectly cooked linguine noodles, needing the dollop of sour cream to cut the saltiness of the stroganoff, and wasn't able to touch the vegetables or baked potato because the entree was just too much -Desserts taken home...too full -Meal Price: $88.77 with hot tea. We were not disappointed at all and pleased with the meals, the service and the ambiance. I hope that Hunter's Steakhouse be around for generations upon generations. We definitely will be back!!! I know that you will enjoy a meal here at Hunter's Steakhouse!!! FYI: Easily accessible at the end of HWY 78 with lots of parking. If you have any tall friends, maybe bring a hard hat because the front entrance has a very low clearance, typical of steakhouses of this era. Even the trees surrounding the restaurant is so reminiscent of times past.

    petite cut prime rib plate at a perfect medium rare as requested.
    Cathy G.

    Wow! I hadn't been here in maybe 25 years! When I was a kid it was my grandmother's favorite and we went for many a family event! It really hasn't changed much. Don't expect a slick modern steakhouse, but do expect quality prime rib and decent value. (They have a special 4 course dinner M-W for $43.00) I went for the basic petite cut (8oz.) of prime rib. It was the right temp and had great flavor. It's a complete meal--soup or salad (tableside salad bar), steamed fresh veggies, and choice of potato. $39.00. The ambiance is old school and extremely nostalgic for me, a child of the '70's. They deserve a better score than what they currently have. FYI they appear to have a special prime rib lunch advertised on site-- worth a try the next time I'm up there.

    Coolest salad bar
    Ericka B.

    Loved this place. In town for a wedding and my friend and I were craving meat. So we swung by this place. Entered through a little side door that takes you down to the bar and a seating area. Cozy. Warm. Old school salad bar steak house feel. We had Lily as our bartender. She was the best! Attentive and knowledgeable. Her dirty martini was delicious. I would go back just for those. I ordered the rib eye. Good price and delicious. The amount of sides was crazy! I got a baked potato, vegetable, steak and salad. I went for the Cesar but was tempted to get the garden salad because of the unique style. Like a salad bar but they make it for you. I would definitely recommend this place!! Go go go Thank you to Lily too for an enjoyable evening.

    Lobby
    Hazel B.

    I made a reservation for 7:30pm on a Saturday night, and even though we arrived about 15 minutes early, we were seated right away. The dining room wasn't packed, but it had a steady crowd. It was our first visit, and the interior had a cozy, cabin-style vibe. We were seated upstairs near the window, with a large fireplace nearby--though it wasn't lit. For appetizers, we tried the sampler platter, which included potato skins, crab-stuffed mushrooms, and calamari. Everything was tasty. I wasn't a fan of the mushrooms personally, but the rest of my group really enjoyed them. I ordered the table-side salad with my meal, and it was a delightful experience. Our server brought out an array of fresh ingredients right to our table, allowing us to customize our salad exactly to our liking. The selection included crisp lettuce, vibrant carrots, crunchy cabbage, savory cheese, and a variety of toppings like green onions, croutons, sunflower seeds, juicy tomatoes, pepperoncini, garbanzo beans, and cucumbers. Each ingredient tasted incredibly fresh, making the salad not only delicious but also a fun and interactive part of the meal. For my entrée, I ordered the petite prime rib cooked medium, with au gratin potatoes. It came with mixed vegetables, au jus, and horseradish. The meat was tender and juicy, though I felt it could've used a bit more seasoning. The others in my party ordered the whiskey peppercorn top sirloin, the regular top sirloin, and the stuffed top sirloin. They all said their steaks were flavorful and cooked well. We finished with the crème brûlée for dessert, and it was incredible--one of the best I've had. The crisp caramelized top paired perfectly with the fresh strawberries and blueberries. Our server, Christian, mentioned it was only his third day waiting tables, and he did a great job. The restaurant has a rich history, and our first visit left a great impression. We were all glad we decided to stop in.

    Entrance sign to the parking lot.
    Jeff H.

    I made reservations for dinner at Hunter Steakhouse to celebrate Mother's Day. My wife and I both started off our dinner with a glass of wine and fresh bread with butter...we both chose the salad wheel, and selected the 7 oz filet mignon with sautéed mushrooms. I had the loaded baked potato and my wife chose their mashed potatoes. Everything was cooked to order. It was Perfect! I would like to extend my sincere appreciation to the staff/team members who worked to make Mother's Day so enjoyable for all of us patrons. Thank you!

    Tri Tip Sandwich
    Joriene M.

    Food (4/5 stars): I finally tried the Oceanside Sunset Market and was blown away by this foodie paradise. The Tri Tip Sandwich at Hunter's Steakhouse was calling my name as soon as I could smell the BBQ. This was a bang for your buck meal because they loaded the sandwich with meat. They also smothered the meat with their sweet and tangy BBQ sauce, which added nice flavor. I wished the meat had a stronger marinade or dry rub because it lacked a little flavor and the BBQ sauce would've been even better if it were spicier. Experience (4/5 stars): * Price: a little pricey * Wait Time: minimal * Service: good * Parking: I recommend the free parking garage just a few blocks away from the market

    Perfect ribeye.
    Monica R.

    This is my absolute favorite place to celebrate my birthday and special occasions. My mom took me since I was 7 years old and shortly after covid the Hunter Steakhouse in Mission Valley closed. So one day driving south from Anaheim I saw the Hunter sign from the freeway. For our anniversary my spouse agreed to take me to this special place. EVERYTHING was perfect, it was like a time capsule back to my childhood and it was wonderful. My dream come true, the perfect salad from the lazy Susan was identical to all salads I have ever had from Hunter. The ribeye steak was perfection. Great flavor for my medium rare steak. Our server was excellent. She was so helpful, attentive and extremely knowledgeable about the history of Hunter Steakhouse. If you want nostalgia and a great steak then go to Hunter.

    Complimentary Birthday Mudd Pie with  sparkling candle.
    JenJen J.

    We celebrated my husband's birthday at Hunter's Steak House and had a fantastic experience. We made a 6:30 pm reservation on Saturday, 2/7/26, and I'm so glad we did--the restaurant was packed. Despite that, we were seated right away. Our server was wonderful: very friendly, attentive, and courteous. Our appetizer came out quickly, and our steaks were cooked exactly to our liking. Even though I ordered my prime rib well done, it was still tender, juicy, and absolutely delicious. To top it all off, they surprised my husband with a complimentary Mud Pie and a huge sparkling candle, which made his birthday feel extra special. It was a great first-time experience for me, and we will definitely be back!

    What's left of the appetizers   The Hunter Trio
    Denise D.

    Ok, I had prepared to show unflattering images of this fine establishment; the charm and the beautiful service, all top notch! But I'm just going to leave it with these; some of THE BEST food ever...well amongst all others.

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    We just love this place. We usually sit in the bar. Excellent happy hour and a cool staff

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    Ask the Community - Hunter Steakhouse

    Can reservations be made for Xmas day in 2023?

    I don't see, why not, but you would have to call. I also strongly urged you not to go there because the food absolutely sucks.

    Are you open in thanksgiving ? Special menu?

    Do they take reservations?

    Yes

    Do lunch and dinner entrees include any sides?

    Yes, your choice of baked, mash or au gratin potato, or rice pilaf. Vegetables. Choose salad or soup. Their table side salad is fantastic!

    Is there a children's menu?

    I believe there is a children's menu. I've seen lots of family groups eating dinner there....and children's plates seem to be smaller. If you have not yet tried Hunter, you… Read more

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    Mission Ave Bar and Grill

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    2.0 mi
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    I had gotten an email wishing me a happy birthday and to come in for a FREE ENTREE. I was like,…read morewhat!? Yeah a lot of places give a free dessert but you almost never see a free dinner. I instantly set a reservation (didn't really need it) and we arrived around 4pm on a Tuesday and sat on the patio. Happy hour is daily from 4-6pm and if you sit on the recently renovated patio, drinks are 50% off. I ordered the Ribeye as my birthday entree and we also ordered the Fried Zucchini ($7), Popcorn Chicken ($9), Guajillo Braised Pork Shoulder ($21) and several cocktails ($7 each during HH). Everything was great honestly. No complaints. My wife REALLY loved the braised pork shoulder. My steak was excellent and even though it was free, $32 for a ribeye is the lowest you'll find anywhere. It was nice having not having to fight for a seat. Enjoying a cocktail on the patio in perfect weather is something everyone should try. Highly recommend coming to Mission Ave Bar & Grill for happy hour and to check out the new patio. Make sure to register for their mailing list to get birthday offers too!

    Mission Ave Bar and Grill is basically the type of place that says, "just one drink," and suddenly…read moreit's three hours later, you've made new friends, and you're emotionally attached to the Peanut butter stuffed french toast. From the juicy breakfast Burger to the dangerously good country benefit and spicy blood orange, everything feels a little too easy to fall in love with. The cozy atmosphere and friendly staff make it feel like your favorite neighborhood hangout -- even if it's your first time there. Honestly, if good food, great cocktails, and happy vibes had a love language... this place would be fluent. What I got: Peanut butter stuffed french toast $16 Country Benedict $17 Breakfast burger $18 Arnold Palmer Spicy blood orange $10

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    Rosewood Kitchen in Oceanside is so good. We ordered the surf & turf ramen and the dirty bird fries…read moreand both were incredible. The ramen had so much flavor and the fries were next level. Definitely one of the best meals we've had in a long time. The vibe is awesome, the art inside is beautiful, and they even have live music. The owner was super friendly and took the time to share his experience with the dishes, which made it even better. We'll definitely be back. Just wish we lived closer so we could come all the time. Highly recommend if you're in Oceanside.

    We were trying to find a place that was a midway point between Temecula and San Diego to meet up…read morewith a friend. We settled on Oceanside in hopes of finding good food, as our weekend (end of Feb) had been full of a poor results. This place came up as very well rated on Yelp, as my friend and I searched for places to eat. It was a Saturday night with great weather. The red flag I should have read into was that the lone guy working that night was a one man show. He was doing it all in the front of the house. I tried to get us a table to sit outdoors but he just couldn't get to the table to clean it. After about 20 minutes he finally came and just moved all the bowls to the empty table next to it and wiped it down. When my friends finally arrived we all sat down to sticky menus that had NO descriptions. What you see on the website is exactly what they have on the menu. We had to wait to ask the server/host what each menu item meant. It took a while to get our food from when we ordered. Thank goodness for good company, I didn't clock it. The food options were limited and keep in mind for those who have children, most of the options come with a spicy kick, you'll have to explicitly tell them "no spicy"! There was a party who had been sitting for a while before we got there and a kiddo took a bite of pizza and was crying, screaming from it being so spicy. With my ramen the portions are tiny for what you pay, with 1 piece of meat, not enough noodles. Flavor wise it was spicy and bland. We ordered a couple appetizers which were not very good. The edamame was overly salty and soaked in soy sauce and the karaage was probably the only good thing and that was a little overfried. No one in our party finished our food or took any of the leftovers home. Save yourself the trip, not worth trying the "unique foods".

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    Matcha ice cream and strawberry-filled churros. Absolutely delicious all around and the good part of the meal.

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    Matcha ice cream and strawberry-filled churros. Absolutely delicious all around and the good part of the meal.

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