Disappointed. I ordered top sirloin medium cook, baked potato with butter and sour cream only and decided to try the corn fritters. My order came with a dry well done steak, the undercooked baked potato with sour cream and chives, and corn on the cob. They did bring the corn fritters after. On the other hand my husband enjoyed his steak which was actually cooked medium. 50/50 is the best I can say. read more

Came here today for lunch, to celebrate my mom's birthday. I wish I would've caught our waitress name - we got there right as they opened and she was the hostess, waitress and bartender, and didn't miss a beat! We had ordered the Argentina Steak, Filet & Peppercorn, and the Shrimp Scampi. Each one of the dishes were delicious, and plenty for leftovers! We've been local for years and somehow haven't tried this place before, but we definitely will keep coming back read more

We've become regulars since my last review and we love it. Their grilled shrimp with veggies can't be beat for us health conscious folks. The hubs loves the chile verde or rib eye and both deserve mention. Live the vibe and the servers are a joy to deal with. read more

I had high expectations for Maderas Steakhouse, but unfortunately this was one of the most disappointing dining experiences I've had in a long time. The restaurant was extremely congested. The booths are so close to the chairs behind them that when you get out of your seat, you're practically hip-to-hip with the person at the next table. There was barely enough room to move comfortably. To make matters worse, children were allowed to run around the dining room playing tag. They repeatedly bumped into our table while we were trying to eat, and no staff member stepped in to stop it. That's completely unacceptable for a restaurant at this price point. Service was slow and inattentive. Water refills were few and far between, and the pacing of the meal was terrible. Our appetizer arrived about 15 minutes after ordering, and then we sat for another 20 minutes after finishing it before our entrees finally came out. We spent more time waiting than actually eating. The food itself was incredibly underwhelming. Honestly, the best things we had were the complimentary table bread and the sweet potato fries. The $17 calamari was mostly fried crumbs with very little actual calamari. The tri-tip dip sandwich was bland and had only a couple of paper-thin slices of tri-tip on each half. The Maderas steak sandwich was equally disappointing, it was sparse on ingredients and was missing the chimichurri that was supposed to come with it along with the chipotle mayo For the prices they charge, I expected quality food, attentive service, and a comfortable dining experience. Instead, we got mediocre food, poor service, long waits, and a chaotic dining room. I won't be returning, and I wouldn't recommend it to anyone looking for a quality steakhouse experience. read more

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The food is served I'll be honest it was great. We have been there a few times and it's always great. The waitresses are fantastic. read more

First time here. We came to celebrate my husband's birthday. Our waitress was Jenn. She was welcoming, sweet, professional and efficient. The hot complimentary sour dough bread melt in your mouth. Everything we ordered was delicious. My strawberry mojito was made perfectly. It was not too sweet. I was able to taste the liquor. My husband received a complimentary strawberry cheesecake . Which was the BEST I've ever had. It tastes amazing!! It wasn't too sweet. It was very creamy, rich and decadent. Ambience is chill, dim lights, really sets the mood as grown up vibes. Live music starts at 6p.m read more

Maderas Steak & Ribs - Strawberry Mojito. - Barbeque Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

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Finally got to try this place for my boyfriend's birthday. The service and food were amazing! We both got the boneless 12 oz ribeye and both steaks came out to our preferred temp (medium rare). I enjoyed my sweet potato mash, that was something different from my usual sides. We went on a Thursday night and there was live music - not sure if that's certain days or an everyday thing but it was a nice touch to our dinner. Ended the meal with their cheesecake and that's one item I would recommend getting. They told me it's a two day process to make the cheesecake and you can taste it. The crust was moist, the cheesecake was smooth and creamy. Wish I got a picture of it but it was gone in seconds lol. Anyways, def will be back because I want to try their beef ribs next. read more

Maderas Steak & Ribs - 12 oz Boneless Ribeye, Mashed Sweet Potatoes, Roasted Spinach - Barbeque Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

So disappointing, ribs were not good, baked potato was barely warm. Green beans were good but barely warm.

This restaurant is becoming a family favorite. My wife and I eat here for lunch usually but it's become a celebration place too. We came here my wife's birthday, my dad's birthday, and we came here Christmas Eve with my parents. My mom's a vegetarian and they have a full sized vegetarian menu you can ask for with lots of choices. Her veggie burger was massive! My dad always gets the Santa Fe which is a flat iron steak topped with manchego cheese and hatch chilis. I loved that steak too but for Xmas Eve I topped my steak with chipotle peppers and blue cheese. That was pure heavenly. My wife had the peppercorn filet mignon which she loved. Tri tip is always a safe bet. Top it with BBQ sauce and you can't go wrong. Yesterday we returned and tried their entree salads which are delicious. I really like the huge selection of side dishes too. I can't resist the corn nuggets! Drinks are cheap and service is usually really good. Only thing preventing 5 stars is the desserts are pretty bad except the ice cream and there are inconsistencies with cooking the steaks. None of us liked the cheesecake and my dad said the keylime pie is the worst he's had. My wife and I split the bananas foster which was really bad. I do love their vanilla ice cream topping with Pedro Ximinez sherry. Unique and delicious. My mom had this enormous brownie sundae. She's ordered it three times so I assume she approves. I am really glad to have rediscovered this place and cannot wait to try more stuff. The brunch menu has some tasty looking items. read more

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A wonderful place for excellent food and amazing service, which is rare these days! Ask for your steak Oscar style! The deserts are crazy good too! read more

We had the boneless ribeye. Nice casual steak house. Shannon was are server provided good service and great sense of humor. The kids loved the fresh warm bread, bake potato, fries were decent. read more

We typically go to a steak restaurant for birthday celebrations. It had been several years since going to Maderas. I settled on the prime rib, available on the weekends. The best flavored steak I've had in years. My son got a steak as well and loved it. Daughter got the ribs and couldn't have been happier. Great and very friendly service. The flourless chocolate cake put an ! mark on the meal. Casual live music set a very nice tone. read more

Wifey and I were running errands along the OC coast. We wanted to keep healthy with some protein and veggies. Well Maderas Steak and Ribs was a fabulous find ! Parking can be cramped on a busy night keep that in mind. We got there and were seated right away. Hostess and staff were very nice. The place has an upscale but local vibe. Best way to describe it's a feeling like you're going to see a good friend. The old fashioned was Ok. The margarita was also ok. The wilted spinach with garlic and feta was so good I had it as my entree and also as a side to my 14oz prime rib. The prime rib was super tender and flavorful. At first it looked less pink than I would expect medium rare to be - but no worry it was juicy tender and one of the best I have had. Oh did I mention the owner frequently stops by the tables and socializes. Total welcoming feeling. read more

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Not sure how I feel about this place. I'd been wanting to try it for a while and proposed it for lunch to a friend yesterday, who agreed. Service was friendly enough and very efficient. Restaurant seemed clean and wasn't terribly busy so we got seated right away. Food was good, not great. I had the bacon bleu cheese burger which was a bit well done for my liking and definitely could have used more bleu cheese. My friend ordered the Tri-tip dip which she said was very good. Both the burger and the sandwich were very large. I ate most of the burger (against my better judgement because I knew I'd be stuffed) because the bun started to get soggy pretty quickly. In short, I would go back and give them another shot. C+/B- overall. read more

Maderas Steak & Ribs - Lunch menu 6/29/26 - Barbeque Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

My sister and brother-in-law introduced us to Maderas Steak and Ribs, and I'm so glad they did! We had a wonderful double date and an all-around fantastic dining experience. The food was outstanding from start to finish. The steaks were delicious, the appetizers were full of flavor, and the homemade dessert was the perfect way to end the meal. Everything tasted fresh and thoughtfully prepared. What really made the experience special was the atmosphere and hospitality. The restaurant has a warm, welcoming ambiance that makes you want to sit back and enjoy your time there. The owner even stopped by our table to share some of the restaurant's history and background, which added such a personal touch to the evening. If you're looking for a unique dining experience with great food, great service, and a memorable atmosphere, Maderas Steak and Ribs is definitely worth a visit. We had an amazing time and can't wait to come back! read more

Thought we'd give this place another try. Unfortunately, the ribeye was the same as our last visit. Tasteless. It wasn't terrible, but it was definitely nothing to write home about. Service was good and the vibe is always great. My husband got the ribeye, and I actually got their southwestern chicken fettuccine. It was really good! Prime Rib was also pretty tasty. So all in all, we had a nice time. I think I'll stick to other items besides steaks on the menu so I won't be disappointed ;) read more

Definitely going back to try the prime rib i got a full rack of baby back ribs with the Mac and cheese with the garlic green beans large portions plus our server was amazing and very attentive Definitely made date night that more enjoyable read more

This is such a wonderful place to have a date. The ambiance is romantic yet lively. The bartenders are so friendly, as well as the servers. The food is out of this world delicious. My husband and I have been coming here for years to celebrate special occasions. We recently celebrated our 16 year "together " anniversary, and knew this would be the perfect spot. My husband loves the ribs, Mac and cheese, and green beans. He orders the same thing every time. I usually get tri tip, but this time I got the sirloin. It is AMAZING! By far one of the best sirloin steaks I have ever had. The inside was a perfect medium rare, and the outside had a nice char. I added the seared blue cheese crust and it was absolutely fabulous. I got cole slaw, which I also always get. I tried the dirty rice for the first time and it was so delicious. I will always get that from now on. I love a good rice pilaf, dirty rice and this one was top notch. The bread that is complimentary is delicious. Its a lovely sourdough roll. The cheesecake is also the best around! I have yet to try a better cheesecake. The wine selection is great, and the martinis are glorious. I recommend the cucumber martini. Its very refreshing. The live music is always a hit and we look forward to celebrating here. read more

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We made reservations for 7pm on a Friday night. We were treated very well by the beautiful hostess. The restaurant was busy with live music. My husband order the prime rib & I ordered the enchiladas suizas. The bread arrived warm & I might say was delish. We were not prepared for what came next.., The prime rib was a hug piece & very tender, moister & melted in your mouth. The vegetables were a great accompaniment to the meal cooked to perfection! My enchiladas were to another level!!! I have not tasted enchiladas suizas like these EVER! The quality & the sauce took my tasted palette to another level! The cheese topping & smashed black beans accompanied by the Mexican rice just melted in your mouth. I was surprised to be served 3 enchiladas (normally restaurants serve you only two). The quality of the food was to another level! The presentation & the flavors were absolutely delicious! WHAT AN EXPERIENCE!!! We highly recommend this place & I might say that THIS IS OUR FAVORITE meal we have ever had! It was nice to meet the owner & talk to him. A Very welcoming experience & I must say a total delight! This beat Morton's steak house & Del Rae in Pico Rivera by far!!! Plus all the left overs we couldn't finish! A 10 plus !!!! A total delight! read more

Best steakhouse I've ever been to! We went for another birthday dinner for mom (she's getting a few) with my aunt and uncle. Oh my WOW!! The food was incredible...everyone's plate was exquisite! Service was quick and friendly! They brought mom cheesecake for her birthday...so thoughtful! Easy parking and great bathrooms! We will for sure be back! This from a girl who doesn't love steak and I ate all of mine read more

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Old school steak house ambiance with separate Vegan / vegetarian menu. Owners/managers were super nice & will visit each table and greet new faces. Did not expect a separate menu for vegans & it was delicious!! Full bar & great wines. Friendly service all around. Has live music on some nights. read more

Oh my goodness this steakhouse is not only amazing with the food but the ambience and the service is phenomenal and it doesn't hurt to have good music in the background while you're enjoying me all the friends or a loved one you got to go try it you won't be disappointed!!! read more

We have dined here probably 8 times in the past 4 years and we've had hit and miss experiences. We are not big fans of their steaks or prime rib. We are big fans of their burgers, BBQ items, their fresh hot dinner rolls, their deserts, and especially their New Mexico inspired menu items. We came for their small weekend brunch menu this morning that is only good from 11 - 2 pm. Their version of the green chilaquiles (El Paso style) include beef tips with melted white cheese and New Mexico green chili's is outstanding! The semi-pureed black beans has great texture and flavor and perhaps made with a little lard? A must to to get with any of their New Mexican dishes is a side of their flour tortillas shipped fresh from New Mexico. Absolutely the best I've ever had. Early meals and dining here is a better bet than evening dining in my opinion. read more

Maderas Steak & Ribs - Chilaquiles El Paso with the New Mexico green chili, beef tips, and eggs over easy. - Barbeque Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

The steak was delicious asked for it medium rare and they delivered! Service was pretty quick, spot was not that full. They brought us some bread and butter to enjoy before dinner. We also had pasta and chicken that was really tasty. Overall great experience. read more

Maderas Steak & Ribs - Steak and asparagus with some Garlic Mashed Potatoes - Barbeque Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

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This was my first time dining at this restaurant. The appetizers were excellent and definitely the highlight of the meal. The entrées were good, but nothing particularly memorable and not quite what I was expecting. Based on what I had heard, I anticipated a more upscale dining experience. Once we arrived, however, it became clear that the restaurant has a more casual and relaxed atmosphere. That's not necessarily a negative--it just wasn't what I had envisioned. Overall, the food was decent, the service was good, and now that I have a better understanding of the restaurant's style and concept, I would definitely return. My expectations were simply different going in, and I think I would enjoy the experience even more on a future visit. read more

Everything was great I can't wait to go back again Elisha was our waitress and she was top notch read more

My group came here again. This time I ordered a salad with chicken breast and a quesadilla. It was very spicy and good. I came with a group again, and we all had a good time. Service was great and so was the dinner. read more

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Our server was friendly and attentive. We ordered the Prime Rib. My order arrived with cold mashed potatoes and she got me some warm ones. The prime rib was NOT prime rib. It was tough and chewy and I was sad because I wanted this to be my new go to spot. read more

I had a good meal here with a friend several years ago. My girlfriend and I finished up a leisure activity a few blocks away so we decided to visit Maderas since I was in the mood for a good steak. The front of the restaurant looks classy with stacked stone, nice exterior molding, and wood window and door accents. They share a parking lot with a small strip mall and there is not a lot of parking. The last time I was here, I had to park on Katella a few hundred feet away from the restaurant. However, this time we arrived around 4pm on a Sunday afternoon and got a parking spot right in front. The inside has a nice warm and cozy feel and there is a good sized bar area. We ordered a wedge salad to split for a starter. Unfortunately, the bacon seemed like it was barely cooked at all and was soft and mushy. You usually expect a wedge salad to have the bacon be at least a little crispy. I asked if they could make us another one with some crispier bacon but our server said all the bacon was batch prepared so we settled for another one without the bacon which was good otherwise. For my entrée, I ordered the Sante Fe steak. I have never had a steak before with this preparation and it was really good. The flat iron steak was cooked to a perfect medium-rare and the hatch chiles and melted manchego cheese on top was a great flavor combination. The spinach was prepared perfectly, had a bold garlic flavor, and the feta cheese on top provided a nice complement. The green beans were blistered nicely and had a lighter garlic flavor than the spinach. My girlfriend had the Thai Salmon from the specials menu. The salmon was cooked well done as ordered but it was a little too drenched with sauce. She had the green beans and the garlic mashed potatoes which just had a little garlic flavor. It must have been good because the plate was empty afterwards. Our server was friendly and took good care of us. The prices are just a little bit above average. Overall, we had a good meal aside from the wedge salad, and we would probably return once in a while if in the area. read more

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Been a long time since I used to live up in the LBC, and this place had a charm all its own. Ordered the chicken and it was juicy and delicious. Drinks were on point as well read more

Great food! Our favorite is their beef ribs, all the sides are great, we love their wedge salad, calamari and we love their cheese cake. Service and ambiance = "sometimes you want to go where everybody knows your name." Really great place. read more

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Nice atmosphere, good service. Ordered the filet med rare and it came out medium well but it was still good.

I've been wanting to go to this place for years and this last past weekend my wife and I went to celebrate our birthdays. The service was phenomenal! Our waitress recommended some things and answered all our questions. When the food came out (which was pretty quick!) everything was delicious! The streaks were cooked to perfection and the sauces WERE EVERYTHING!! To finish the meal, they brought out the new york cheesecake and it hit all the taste buds! This place is legit and will be coming back to celebrate all my life achievements! read more

Staff was terrible not attentive at all. Food was just OK and the owner is a piece of work. Don't try this place. It's garbage..

It was a busy night for a dinner date, Valentine weekend. I had a different expectation of a steak house not realising a lot of factors had played into it. Maderas is a local steak place in Los Alamitos and the locals love it. So, I have to give it a try on this special night when an hour and half was the normal wait time. The place was buzzing like more of a bar than a romantic steak place. Fast forward to our table, our steak was divine. I believe the owner/manager checked on us making sure we have the best service and enjoyed the food. Yes we did and we will come back hopefully on a less busy weekend, just a night out on the town to enjoy the slow moments and let my steak melt on my mouth. read more

Ambiance- aesthetically the restaurant is welcoming a bit busy but it's enjoyable and fun.good place to come with family and or friends and enjoy a great meal . Food - the food was good not stellar just good . The steak was perfectly cooked and ribs were on point. All sides were great except the Mac and cheese it's like it came out of a box. The potato soup and tomato bisk soup were really good . If you're looking for a restaurant that is fun to come hang out with family or friend have a decent meal then this is it . read more

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I absolutely love this place. Been taking the family here for years. My go to is the ribeye or the beef ribs. Very nice ambience inside and out. And did I mention live music! read more

Maderas Steak & Ribs - Full Bone-In Ribeye - Barbeque Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

We tried this place because a friend recommended it. It was our first time here. There is not alot of parking we found a place on the street a block away. It is a small steak house and busy most of the time. The service was ok took a while to get a server after the guy put our waters down. I ordered filet mignon and my husband french rib eye cut. We both got spinach for our side and I got ranch beans for my other side and my husband a baked potato. My husband's bake potato was so cold the butter didn't melt. By the time our server came around we were almost done with our meal. Basically he felt his whole plate sat before it got served. Food temp was less than warm. My food was delicious and temp ok. The server didn't come and ask how everything was otherwise we would have sent his plate back. This is a pricey place the service should up their game. We noticed too as we got a bank notification that the tip was $10 more dollars than what we put down. read more

Maderas Steak & Ribs - Ranch beans filet mignon and roasted spinach. - Barbeque Near Me - Los Alamitos, California

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Food is great. Service is welcoming and not hovering. Gets busy, especially weekends do make a reservation if you can. Drinks are a little pricey and not consistent in presentation for the value. Food is seasoned and prepared with a variety of sauces. Great to share a couple of plates and sides. read more

We dined in, ordered baby back ribs, St. Louis ribs, corn on the cob and beans. It was shocking to see the ribs were burnt on the bottom side facing the plate, corn on the cob was old. The entire meal excluding the beans looked and tasted like it was from a prior day and had been rewarmed with sauce added. We have not experienced this in the past at Madera's however the dismay of being served "old" food was enough to keep us from going back. Also the darkness inside the restaurant makes me uneasy, I want to be able to have a good look at my food. read more