We had a really great dinner at Mastro's on Saturday night. The atmosphere was great, and the live music made the evening even more enjoyable. It created a nice vibe without being too loud, so it was still easy to have a conversation. We started with the bread basket, which was warm and delicious. The Ahi Tuna Tartare was probably my favorite appetizer, and the Beef Carpaccio was fresh, flavorful, and paired really well with the arugula and Parmesan. The Filet Mignon was so good that I completely forgot to take a picture before it disappeared. It was cooked exactly as ordered and incredibly tender. The cocktails were excellent too, especially the Monkey Business, easily one of the best cocktails I've had in a long time. Definitely worth ordering. The service was friendly and attentive throughout the evening, and everything came out at a good pace without feeling rushed. Overall, it was just a really enjoyable dinner. Great food, great drinks, live music, and a relaxing atmosphere. We'll definitely be back. read more

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My wife and I had a deeply disappointing experience here tonight that ultimately ruined our anniversary dinner plans. I had booked an indoor reservation for 7:15 PM, which I later modified via OpenTable to 6:45 PM. We pre-checked in at 6:38 PM and were assured a table would be ready right at our requested time. Instead, we were left standing past our reservation hour with completely absent communication from the host stand. When I finally intervened to re-verify our status at 6:52 PM, we were silently escorted to a table in the outdoor patio area. Not only was there no mention of our assigned server, but the physical setup was entirely unacceptable: a drafty outdoor space with no heaters and improperly secured curtains that left us feeling completely exposed and out of place. This was a severe departure from the premium indoor ambiance we had explicitly selected and confirmed. When we returned to the front to rectify the mistake, a manager flatly informed us that no indoor seating would open up until 8:30 PM. For an establishment closing at 10:00 PM, an 8:30 PM seating essentially guarantees a rushed service, a compromised dining pace, and zero hospitality. We chose to walk out. We dressed up, respected the establishment's standards, and expected basic operational competence. Instead, we were met with a broken reservation system, a completely indifferent management response, and a total lack of fundamental courtesy. To be treated like an afterthought on a major milestone evening is unacceptable for a restaurant of this tier. read more

Date: Saturday, April 6th, 2026 Time: 6pm Meal: Birthday Dinner Party of: 2 Reservation Made Thru: OpenTable *Bread ($6) *Sauteed Scallops ($36) *Steak Bacon ($30) *Seared Big Eye Tuna ($25) *French Fried Potatoes ($19) - Truffle Oil ($5) *Broccolini ($16) *Truffle Garlic Cauliflower ($20) *Creamed Corn ($16) *Mambo Salad ($16) *Lobster Bisque ($23) *Bone In Ribeye 22oz ($91) *Chilean Sea Bass ($58) *Ribeye Chop Chef Cut ($116) *Celebration Butter Cake ($10, but comped for bday) *Chocolate Strawberries ($15) *Basil Hayden ($23) - Old Fashioned *Cafe Latte ($7.25) *Espresso Dbl ($9) *Get Loose with Goose ($23) x2 *Penicillin ($18) *Angels Envy Rye 2oz ($28) - Old Fashioned *Lg Port Fonseca Bin 27 ($12) *Corkage Fee ($50) *Tax ($66.81) For a friend's bday, we ended up at Mastro's. We were originally a larger party, but a few friends fell out and we ended up with the final four. Tho I'm sure we made up with it in ordering. The bigger table came in handy. The server was very understanding. I was pescatarian at the time, so did not take part in all the meat offerings. But I've been to other locations and their steaks are usually pretty good. Their seafood is for a steakhouse. The sea bass was moist and slippery. The lobster bisque was creamy and decadent. One thing that's always consistent at Mastro's is their cocktails. I always get the grey goose martini and it never disappoints. Parking here is awful. I don't ever remember Valley Fair being this bad. Plus, now that you have to pay for parking, you'd think it would get better. Anyways, basically come early to give yourself enough time to find a spot. Good for a special occasion dinner since it can get pricey. REVIEW #4042 read more

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We had a lovely dinner here for my husband's birthday. Our server, Val, took excellent care of us. I had made reservations for dining on the second floor. It's really nice and classy up there and not as loud as the bar area downstairs. When we were brought menus, my husband was surprised to see a birthday greeting with his name at the top of his menu. That was such a nice touch. We started off the night with some drinks and appetizers. My husband tried the Dalmore flight of whiskies and I had the Mastro margarita. We tried the sautéed scallops, French onion soup, and lobster bisque. The scallops were prepared perfectly. You get three large scallops in a savory sauce with tomatoes, garlic, and Parmesan cheese served with three long garlic toasts. My husband enjoyed his French onion soup. The lobster bisque was huge. Actually, both soups were quite large. Val topped my lobster bisque, table side, with cognac-infused cream and chives. It was creamy, rich, and delicious. I was surprised at the amount of lobster pieces in it. It was full of lobster. For our mains, my husband ordered the 23 oz dry-aged bone-in ribeye and I ordered the 14 oz bone-in filet mignon with bearnaise sauce on the side. We also ordered the 1-pound loaded baked potato and sautéed asparagus for our sides. Both our cuts of meat were prepared to a perfect medium-rare. My husband's ribeye was huge. He loved it. My bone-in filet mignon was so delicious and flavorful. It paired well with the bearnaise sauce. The asparagus was sautéed with garlic and butter. It was very flavorful and a good choice to have with the steak. The baked potato was a beast. It was so big that we could only get through half of it. The bacon they used was so smoky and crispy. It was loaded with butter, sour cream, cheddar cheese, bacon, and chives. It was perfect. At this point, we were so full. They wrapped up all our leftovers to take home. They brought my husband a birthday dessert. It was a butter cake with a scoop of vanilla ice cream with fresh fruit and a huge side plate of fresh whipped cream. I couldn't believe how big the plate was for the whipped cream. The dessert was sweet and rich and the whipped cream was sweetened just right and went perfectly with the dessert. Our experience here was excellent. Customer service was top notch. They really go above and beyond to make sure you are have the best experience. Everything was amazing and we will definitely be back soon. A special thank you to Val for all her tips and recommendations and for making my husband's birthday extra special. read more

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Visited as a party of 6 with two babies (strollers) and it was a great experience. We had reservations and were seated upstairs in a room with two other large parties. Luckily they had elevators and the restaurant itself is pretty big. We ordered the calamari and the bread basket as appetizers and both were good. The bread basket had a decent variety of breads which was nice. My husband and I got the chef's cut ribeye chop to share and it was good portion for two. It came cooked perfectly and was already cut. We ordered a bunch of sides but the gnocchi and Mac and cheese were my favorite. The French fries were also pretty good. For dessert we had the chocolate cake and butter cake. Honestly thought the butter cake wasn't as good as I last remembered it to be. The chocolate cake didn't taste like your usual cake because it's flourless which I didn't realize until I went home. Very unique but wasn't for me. Overall, service was good but they did forget an order of seabass for someone at our table. They did comp our desserts to make it up which was nice of them. I do recommend trying this spot! read more

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I love Mastro's! The food is incredible. Their bone-in ribeye is so good! Their crab legs and oysters taste fresh and delicious. The mashed potato side dish is the perfect compliment. And the butter cake dessert may make you faint from how good it is.  The ambiance makes you feel good even when you enter. The bar on the first floor with the piano/singer is elegant and fun.  The only reason I couldn't rate this 5 stars overall is because the service fell off just a bit towards the end. We finished our meals and desserts and it took quite a long time to close out the bill. But I would rank this restaurant among the top, top here in the Silicon Valley area. It also helps that it's in a lively part of San Jose, near Valley Fair Mall and Santana Row. read more

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Delicious delicious delicious!! I think their rib-eye is one of the best I've had in the bay. Straight up melts in your mouth. The calamari portion was huge and has the perfect texture and crunch to it. The lobster mash potato is the perfect balance of rich and creamy and seafoody. The tuna cappacio I feel is okay. We were recommended the wagyu roll but didn't get that this time, will definitely try it next time! They also give assorted bread, I thought it was just ok but it was an interesting assortment to try. Definitely will go back again for the ribeye and calamari!! read more

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Went here for a Saturday dinner to celebrate my brother's birthday. It was a great experience! Mastro's is located in Valley Fair so while it may take some time to enter the mall itself, parking isn't that bad. The restaurant itself is gorgeous with beautiful decor. Immediately felt like a good experience just by looking at it from the outside. The service is also excellent, as you're greeted and tended to immediately. Our server was George and he was awesome! He was kind and polite, and was very helpful with our orders. The food was absolutely delicious. You get complimentary bread which is an assortment of different flavors and textures. For our appetizer we got the calamari which were in generous sized pieces. Our main courses were the porter house and the Kansas cut, which they were able to slice ahead of time for us since we were sharing family style. We also had warm buttered plates. Our sides were the mashed potatoes and scalloped potatoes which were creamy and divine. We also got a chocolate cake for my brother with a heavy serving of whipped cream, all of which were sweet and yummy. Overall, a great place to go for a special event or even just a date. Will definitely go again! read more

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If you want to feel like money and quality, visit this place. For the first time ever I had a good plate of food! Flavors were found in every dish! Service was amazing, I believe it was the manager that was going around after people were served and he asked how we were doing, we stopped him to inform we were not a fan of a certain drink and he kindly removed it from our bill and replaced it with something else. Best place for a memorable dinner! With reservations, service was quick and top tier. P.s. come with a lot of money! It's worth it! read more

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Mastro's restaurant has a beautiful atmosphere, delicious food, and amazing service! I have been here 5 times this month and always have a wonderful experience. Most recently, I took my parents to Mastro's for dinner. Ian and Valerie took exceptional care of us! Thank you. read more

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Our party of four visited on a Sunday evening with a reservation and were seated promptly on the second floor. The first floor appears to be more of a bar and lounge area, complete with a live piano player and singer, which created a wonderful ambiance. Our server that evening was excellent (unfortunately I didn't catch his name). He recommended sharing the tomahawk steak, porterhouse, and lobster tails, along with half portions of several sides -- French fries, grilled asparagus, mushrooms, and mac and cheese -- which worked perfectly for our group. We began with delicious cocktails and Caesar salads, and paired the steaks with a bottle of Cabernet to share. To finish the evening, we enjoyed the butter cake and chocolate cheesecake, both of which were outstanding. My friends had never been to Mastro's before, and they thoroughly enjoyed everything we ordered. We're already looking forward to returning -- perhaps next time we'll sit on the first floor near the bar to enjoy the live music. read more

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Amazing service, generous portions, and great food! Came here on a Saturday for dinner to celebrate a Birthday and really enjoyed the experience! Our server was super friendly, offered great recommendations, and went out of his way to accommodate our schedule and make us feel special. In terms of service, one point of improvement would be for the hostess stand. Even though we had a reservation at an early hour and didn't see many people, it still took us awhile to be seated. The ambiance is what you would imagine a steak house to be. Though, the table setup did feel a little crowded. In terms of food, the bone marrow is a highlight and a must try! It is one of the best I've had in the Bay Area. They pair it with sides (bread and a salad?) which made the flavor really standout. The portion size is also very generous, which was a theme of our meal. The cocktails were also amazing, and they actually give you 3x the portion other places give. It felt like having 3 drinks for the price of one, haha. We all got steaks and they were delicious and MASSIVE. One disappointment was the Brussels sprouts - I didn't taste any seasoning and it basically just tasted boiled. Dessert made up for that though! They gave us a giant slice of free chocolate cake and even the desserts we ordered were huge. We couldn't finish everything, so we packed it to go and everything literally lasted us another 3 meals. It's so rare these days to find a place that is both delicious and extremely generous with the food portions. I highly recommend this place and I'd definitely come again!! read more

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Another epic Mastro experience on their sister location outside San Francisco. . Love the outside patio tables. we ordered the Lobster Bisque with a side of Crunchy Garlic Bread. Got the pork chop and the steak . Consistently good ., read more

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1st time here to celebrate my birthday and it didn't disappoint! Everything was delicious! Highly recommended! read more

Mastro's Steakhouse - Yummy dessert - Steakhouses Near Me - Santa Clara, California

One of our favorite steakhouses for special occasions. My family and I have been here a couple times now and we always prefer to dine upstairs as the downstairs lounge tends to be more loud and hectic - either way it's a great ambiance depending on what you're into. I always order the 6oz petite filet (medium rare) which is the perfect size for me. Steaks are cooked to perfection, melts in your mouth and has great flavor. I have also tried their lobster mashed potatoes (amazinggg), Mac and cheese, asparagus, warm butter cake, and mango sorbet. Everything is delicious but the stars of the show are the filet mignon, lobster mashed potatoes and warm butter cake. In my opinion, these are must-try dishes if you're planning to stop by. Service is always great, the servers are friendly and attentive and we always leave happy, satisfied, and with a serious case of food coma. read more

Mastro's Steakhouse - Petite Filet 6oz - Steakhouses Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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My first time at Mastro's: I loved the atmosphere, but didn't love the food...from my experience I would go again but only to the bar for drinks and an appetizer, but not a sit-down dinner... PROS 1) Great service! Our waitress was a gem. 2) Beautiful interior 3) good desserts and bread 4) delicious cocktails CONS 1) the music from the downstairs lounge was really loud 2) the temperature of the food was off: cold fish, overcooked lamb chops, and so on, perhaps the food isn't getting out quickly enough or the plates are too warm or cold? Most of the food was either room temperature or cold...and this was the hot dishes 4) my carpaccio and arugula salad that came with it were both so salty it was inedible (though I did eat most of it since I paid for it, was hungry, and didn't want to be a problem and send it back). It was seriously terrible, though it looked beautiful on the plate!!!! read more

Mastro's Steakhouse - really really salty carpaccio and salad - Steakhouses Near Me - Santa Clara, California

Had a great dinner at Mastro's Steakhouse. The filet was absolutely delicious -- super buttery and melt-in-your-mouth tender. The mac and cheese was rich and creamy, and the creamed corn was honestly my favorite side of the night. The truffle cauliflower was also really good, but definitely only if you're a big truffle person. The mashed potatoes were silky smooth and perfectly seasoned. The service was attentive, friendly, and made the whole experience feel elevated without being over the top. You have to get the butter cake for dessert. Easily the perfect way to end the meal. read more

Mastro's Steakhouse - Petite Filet 6oz, mashed potatoes, creamed corn, truffle cauliflower, and mac & cheese - Steakhouses Near Me - Santa Clara, California

We always enjoy our visits to Mastro's. Sitting at the low top tables is our favorite. You have privacy, but can enjoy the piano bar and all that's happening up at the bar. This visit was to celebrate my partners birthday. They make these occasions extra special with the small details. Special birthday menus - such an awesome keepsake. And they brought a dessert of choice to end the evening. We had a huge delicious meal and can't complain. If you have the opportunity to sit with Brittany, do it. She is super sweet and makes sure everything is attended to. And don't skip on the lemon drops!! It's an experience not to miss. read more

Mastro's Steakhouse - Mastro's Signature Warm Butter Cake - Steakhouses Near Me - Santa Clara, California

A solid 4/5 stars for Mastro's. The food was delicious. We ordered the bone in ribeye, white cheddar mac and cheese, bread basket, cream spinach, iceberg wedge, and baked potato. The portion sizes were generous and definitely meant for sharing. The higlight was the steak. It was cooked to perfection. The salad was very soggy, so I wouldn't order it again and the mac and cheese had a weird rubbery texture. It wasn't creamy at all. It was just odd - but the flavor was good! The service was top notch and very good. The entire staff was attentive and incredibly nice. The ambience was a bit too loud for my liking, but that's just preference. The music was too loud which I think made other guest have to speak louder. I did find it weird that when they called to confirm our reservation, they heavily emphasized a strict dress code, however, upon arriving for dinner, it was the complete opposite. They had men in atheltic hats, t-shirts, and several guests in athletic wear. And this was for dinner service, so I expected people to be a little more dressed up. I'm not expecting a ball gown and suits, but if you're gonna call to remind me about the dress code- please enforce it. Overall, great food and great service. read more

Mastro's Steakhouse, a restaurant that I've had fond memories going to since my first taste of it at their location in Costa Mesa. Now living in the bay of course I had to come and check it out. We came in at a busy night with reservations and we were in luck. There was a pianist singing and performing in the first floor of the restaurant. The look inside Mastro's is an emphasis of their signature color of black and white to decorate and when we got seated, we were close to the window. The seats and table were well made topped off with a tablecloth, something typical that you'll see in a fine dining environment. Here's what we ordered: Sautéed Sea Scallops - 5 out of 5 The scallops were huge, while there were about 3 of them they were complimented with pizza flavored bread on the side. The sauce underneath seems to be a mix of butter and some form of seafood sauce. This dish was delicious to say the least! Mastro's House Salad - 4 out of 5 The salad portion is big and is mixed in with some cheese, lettuce, sliced eggs, fetta, shrimp, tomato with dressings well blended throughout. A great choice for the whole family but in terms of specialness, not so much. However, if you're like me and has to have greens this is a great choice. American Waygu Fillet (7 oz) - 5 out of 5 There's really nothing you can go wrong with Waygu meat in general right? This small but thick slice of fillet mignon is got a nice chew to it. I had it cooked medium rare and it hit the spot just right. Chilean Sea Bass - 5 out of 5 My wife loves it, so 5 out of 5 from me. Sides (mushrooms & corn) - 4 out of 5 The mushrooms were slightly overcooked but the cream corn tasted great. A great add-on for any meat at any time. Service - 4 out of 5 Our waitress was fine. She wasn't the most friendly and wasn't as attentive as I hoped she would be but she comped us for a cappuccino I wanted. The live music really was a nice surprise to our dinner. The singer was great, although she took breaks we couldn't get enough of her singing. If you are looking for fine dining and want consistency along with class, Mastro's would be a great choice to put in your list to go. One thing that sucked for me was that they didn't have gums/candies/cologne inside their men's bathroom. What happened to the bathroom attendant they had in the Costa Mesa branch here anyway? BOOOO! read more

Mastro's Steakhouse - American Waygu Fillet (7 oz) - Steakhouses Near Me - Santa Clara, California

My first experience at this Mastro's location at Valley Fair was nothing short of amazing. We had planned to go for my mom's birthday, and honestly, it kicked it out of the ballpark. What we were most thrown off by was the customized menu that was made specifically for my mom, and the ambience was just a good vibe overall. We had quite a bit of food at Mastro's -- as one would expect at a fancy restaurant like this. We got a pretty varied bread basket, with tons of appetizers, a crab feast, and speciality drinks (which, if you're trying to stay away from alcohol like I am -- they have speciality drinks for that occasion as well!). The food was cooked and seasoned in a fancy and formidable fashion, as well as the desserts. The 18oz lamb chop was just like what my preference was when I was up front with them -- medium rare. Made just perfectly the way I wanted it (and like most other people as well). Another thing was the whipped cream -- that threw me out of the ballpark. I wasn't expecting THAT much whip cream for a simple creme brulee recipe. Then again, I'm not complaining. The hospitality was honestly very top notch, very professional, and it definitely made us feel very at home and comfortable. We'll definitely be back for future graduations, anniversaries, and more! :) read more

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We were able to easily make a reservation for two on OpenTable to celebrate our anniversary. I really appreciated that they called both before our visit and the day after to make sure everything went smoothly, added a thoughtful touch. We started with a basket of bread, which was only $5 and very reasonable compared to other steakhouses. The assortment was solid and a great way to begin the meal. For an appetizer, we wanted something unique and opted for the maple-glazed bacon steak. It was on the fattier side but packed with flavor. For our main, we shared the dry-aged bone-in ribeye along with creamed spinach and white cheddar mac and cheese. Our plates arrived piping hot, and even after they portioned everything out, the food stayed sizzling. I also enjoyed a cocktail that had the perfect balance of alcohol and mixers. Quick tip: The dress code is strictly enforced, and parking can be a bit difficult to find so plan to arrive early to allow extra time. read more

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This is my second visit to Mastros ( since they first opened this location) and it was phenomenal! We booked dinner reservations on NYE and everything was outstanding. There was live music by Melissa who sang great covers the entire night. The service was extremely attentive! Overall the food was delicious, we had the Hamachi, rib eye, filet, scalloped potatoes, green beans, and sea bass. Note: The only dish that didn't shine was the sea bass my family member mentioned it was very bland. For dessert we had the Mastros butter cake and chocolate cake. Both good and rich. I will definitely be returning here again. read more

Mastro's Steakhouse - Outdoor - Steakhouses Near Me - Santa Clara, California

#taste - 5/5 #portion size - 5/5 #service - 4.5/5 #value - 4/5 #recommendation(s) - I liked the bread. you need to pay for bread but it's priced relatively reasonably compared to what I'd expect steakhouses to charge and the variety is not bad. #tip - don't forget to mention the event you're celebrating so they customize your menu for you. #like - I like the portion size of the entrees and sides. I love that the medium rare is truly a medium rare. We had the bone in ribeye and it was really flavorful. The creamed spinach had lots of spinach which I appreciated because other places are more cream. The cheddar mac and cheese was realllll cheesy which is delicious. #suggestion - The menu items I feel are pretty heavy for the most part which I personally don't mind, but I ate with others who wanted a bit more variety with dishes that were less rich and heavy. read more

Mastro's Steakhouse - Mastro's Bread Basket, Maple Bacon Steak, Bone-In Ribeye 22oz, White Cheddar Mac & Cheese, Creamed Spinach - Steakhouses Near Me - Santa Clara, California

A great dog-friendly place to celebrate birthdays! We made a reservation in advance for outdoor dining due to having our dog with us to celebrate a birthday. They had personalized menus for the birthday boy (which they rolled up and gave to us as memoir) which was such a nice and thoughtful touch. We could hear the live singing through the speakers that were outdoors. Although they gave some heat lamps on the top, their outdoor dining area is shaped like a wind tunnel and gets extremely windy and chilly. Maybe they could consider placing a screen on one end so it's not as windy? Service was very friendly but at times spotty, likely due to being outside. They didn't walk by as often, and it took a while to catch their attention at times. We even saw the couple seated next to us leave after several minutes passed without anyone coming to take their order. However, our server did everything she could to make sure we were taken care of! Food was prepared how everyone liked. Brussel sprouts and lobster mashed potatoes were delicious as well. They brought out a dessert for the birthday boy. All in all, a great place to go for a treat-yourself meal with good company! read more

Mastro's Steakhouse - Steakhouses Near Me - Santa Clara, California

#1. The experience: I want to start this review by saying that I am being more critical in this review as this establishment presents itself as a high class place to dine. And thus this review reflects that. Wifey and I came here for our 30th anniversary. Our reservation was for 5 pm. We arrived about 5 minutes early and were seated immediately. Our waitress came by and introduced herself to us and handed us both menus which said (happy 30th anniversary) at the top. "Such a nice touch" 5 stars so far. Our waitress asked if we wanted anything to drink and explained that they have both alcoholic and nonalcoholic cocktails, as well as an extensive wine list. We both said we needed some time and would like water with lemon to start. She said no problem and asked if we would like bread service at our table "we both said no" She said ok and said that she would come back and check back in with us. I must say that her timing throughout the whole night was beyond impressive and impeccable. I mean she would be no where in sight and as soon as our water glass was half full she would magically reappear and pour us more water! She also took her time to answer all our questions about portions etc. We were at Mastro's for about 2 hours and 20 minutes and never once felt rushed by our servers or the staff, they were engaging but not overbearing (on the contrary they made us feel relaxed and just made our experience that much better. :-) (Again 5 STARS) The NOT good: "mistakes or misleading" As I stated earlier our waitress asked us if we wanted bread, we both replied " in unison" NO. However after we had eaten our fried calamari and Caesar salad. A male server came to our table and dropped off bread and butter, said something and walked away. At the end of the night when we got our bill the bread was charged on the bill?!? I didn't say anything, though I should have however it was only an extra $5 charge. But still was this just a mistake by our waitress or something they do here on purpose? #2. At the end of our meal our waitress told us that we would be getting their signature warm butter cake for our anniversary and that we could not substitute anything else for it. "Wifey said that she wanted the Key Lime pie" so I told the waitress that I would love to have the warm butter cake and to add a key lime pie as well to our order for wifey. Again there must be some confusion because when I got the bill she charged us for both the warm butter cake and the key lime pie?!? Why would you say we that you can only have this one item for our anniversary then charge us for it?!? Again I didn't say anything as I would have still ordered them both but I left there feeling like there was some kind of hustle or bait and switch switch going on. Wifey and order: #1. Fried Calamari for an appetizer #2. Caesar salad split in 2, per our waitress recommendation. #3. We each ordered a 6 oz. Filet mignon. #4. The white cheddar lobster mac & cheese. #5. Mastro's signature warm butter cake and their Keylime pie. The Food: #1. The Fried calamari: freaking amazing! Lightly battered, perfectly cooked and not chewy at all. They put a drizzle of sauce over it and they give you a small bowl of their house made sweet-and-sour, which also was very amazing. 5 Stars!! #2. Caesar salad.: Again freaking amazing! The cheese was wonderful, it had a very light taste of anchovy and the croutons had a wonderful smokey flavor. (Hands-down the best Caesar salad I've ever had.) simply wonderful! 5 Stars. #3. Filet mignon: We both ordered them medium rare, they were cooked to perfection! They use their special secret blend of spices which was very tasty. At first I thought it was too salty but as I ate I noticed that the salt blended in with the steak and gave it the perfect bite of saltines as you continue to eat. The steak itself was also very tender, definitely a good cut of steak. " I'm not sure, but if I would have to guess I would say that it's Prime" 5 stars. #4. Lobster Mac and Cheese: Was quite delicious however the lobster was definitely chewy. My recommendation (and I am by no means a chef) is to put the lobster in at the last minute while cooking it to order so as to not overcook the lobster. 3 Stars #5. Mastros signature warm butter cake and their Key Lime pie: The warm butter cake was Buttery, perfect density, served with ice cream on top with strawberries and tangerines around the plate. The Key Lime pie was HUGE!! with super thick walls of graham crackers crust, the key lime filling was creamy & decadent to say the least with a perfect gentle flavor that makes a key lime pie so wonderful. 5 stars!! "Note with our desserts they gave us a huge "and I mean huge" bowl of their fluffy homemade whipped cream which was also out of this world good. 5 Stars. read more

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It's absolutely wonderful - if you order well. Which we did. Right at the start they'll offer you a bread basket with a few varieties of bread, for a nominal fee. Which will strike you as petty for charging at all or generous for being affordably priced for the assortment. Let me save you the time: just order the focaccia which is the tastiest and lightest of the included items by far. Of course if you're a curious diner you'll just get the basket. Another power tip: their sides and appetizers are shown with full portions and full prices, but many (perhaps all?) are available as "small" half portions at nearly half price. We got the "half" bone marrow - and it was massive and perfect. Our server later told us the kitchen sometimes misses the "small" indication. A nice "whoops." We also got the crab gnocchi which was spectacular. I don't know what a dish like this is supposed to cost, but even at $45 it almost seemed like a value given the size and the amount of crab. We also got a "small" lobster mac and cheese which was again huge and delicious. It's a shame lobster is expensive, because every mac n cheese should be this good. But the main reason we were here was of course the steak. They offer "standard" domestic steaks (I think their bone-in ribeye is popular?) but also a few very different options for wagyu. Depending on your ability to do algebra and judge marbling, this is fortunate or unfortunate. Since I'm a wagyu fan, I asked to see the uncooked options before making a decision. They didn't have a display case or a cart / platter ready to go to show the options but they brought some out on a wood platter and showed the others via a photo. I'm glad I requested this, because it instantly revealed that (1) The American and Australian hybrid wagyu options were more like prime steaks and had nowhere near the marbling of the two Japanese wagyu options (2) both Japanese options were in the same ballpark on marbling - though one was much more expensive than the other. This made it easy to choose the second priciest (per oz) wagyu option. Curiously, their minimum portion is 4 oz, but experienced diners will know even 4 oz of meat this fatty is too much for one person in one sitting. Nobu's minimum is 2 oz and that portion size is just right if the steak is part of a complete dinner. We asked for a red wine to pair with the steak and the server brought out tastes of two options almost immediately. (This was awesome.) One of them was perfect, the Austin Hope cab or cab blend, and we ordered a glass. Oh! Almost forgot the cocktails. We ordered two early on (Fire&Mango and Monkey Business), one of which wasn't supposed to be too sweet. Both were in fact crazy sweet, which reminded us that maybe this place is targeting a younger demo than we thought. (Oh, and the multiple reminders ahead of the reservation about the dress code hammered home this possibility.) Having said that the sweetness of the Monkey Business grew on me and I was able to finish it. Given the large portions (and the excessive minimum wagyu steak order) we didn't come close to finishing the meal and didn't order their famous butter cake. But they comped us one anyway. It was tasty but honestly I couldn't say I loved it possibly because we were full. We absolutely got takeaway bags for the expensive leftovers - which lasted a full weekend. And the leftover wagyu made for what was without a doubt the best reheated brunch meat I've had in my life. This reminds me: they actually undercooked it a bit (given it was ordered medium rare) but this made reheating easy and safe. Not cheap but worth it for a special occasion. read more

I'm in town for work and wanted a nice steak. As soon as my plane landed, I headed to mastros. I walked in by myself and sat at the bar. I ordered the kansas city strip. It was perfectly seasoned and cooked to a nice medium rare. It had a nice crust with a butter finish. Overall a well executed steak and tasted amazing. I will definitely go back to try the rib-eye! read more

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Came here for a networking event. Parking is a bit tricky. But food was awesome. We got a tailored menu with the theme of the event printed. We got a few seafood towers to share. The oysters are very fresh. I enjoyed their oysters and the shrimps. We all ordered their famous steaks. Super juicy and tender. Nice flavor. Shared a few deserts too. Solid options. Wines served were nice. Crisp and refreshing. With great hosts and nice friends to meet. It was perfect. read more

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The downstairs bar is amazing. They have live music and it's got a great vibe. The lighting is perfect. The staff is on point and the food is delicious. One of my favorite appetizers is the Hamachi with crispy onions, and they can make a solid ranch water. I've tried their espresso, martini and skinny margarita and I think they're too sweet for me, but if you like a sweeter drink, it's probably delicious. So this time I skipped those and went with my regular ranch water. read more

Mastro's Steakhouse - Hamachi with crispy onion - Steakhouses Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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The experience was flawless largely because of great teamwork between Evan, Miguel, and Julian. I really appreciated that all three introduced themselves by name and let us know they were working together. I also appreciated that Evan guided us through how many items we should order,so helpful! Food: amazing! Afterall, this is what you came for!! The steaks are brought out in hot plates and perfectly cooked. For me, the cream spinach was just right, not too heavy and the flavor did not over power the steak. We also had the cheesiest mac and cheese,and the mashed potaoes were smoooth. The lemondrop and butter cake are their signature items for good reason. Make your time enjoyable! Remember the dress business smart dress code, parking can take time, and you may be seated up stairs. read more

This was the first time I went to Mastro's Steakhouse. I had gone to other local steakhouses in the area and decided to give this a go. When you arrive, you're immediately greeted inside this gorgeous, luxurious lobby. I had reservations for this dinner and was seated promptly. The servers were super nice and smiling. As we sat a large assorted bread basket was brought to the table. The bread was so fresh and delicious, but did not want to get full on good bread. We had a shrimp cocktail platter with oysters and pork belly to start. The food was hot, delicious and flavourful. For the main, I had a filet, which was cooked perfectly and came on a súper hot plate, which kept the steak nice and warm. The side dish was lobster mashed potatoes, which were so rich and amazing! I've never had lobster mashed potatoes! The ambiance was very nice, with live music being played and a live singer. It was elegant, lively and entertaining. This is a perfect spot for a date, family dinner or just dinner! There is a gorgeous bar on the first level, which one could hang out and have drinks to hang out and chat. All the staff were super kind and attentive. I will definitely go back again and try more of the food. Price for the food is on par with a comparable steakhouse and worth every penny. Parking is available via parking structure nearby or valet out near front entrance. A must to visit if you're in south bay/Silicon Valley!! read more

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I had the best experience here for my birthday. The food is always amazing and very flavorful. Beautiful ambience, with great live music. There was a bit of a wait because it was a busy Friday night. However the service was impeccable!! Our server Brianna was extremely helpful and attentive. She gave the best food recommendations! All in all 10/10 for a special occasion. read more

First time trying Mastro's in the bay and it was an incredible dining experience. I went with my cousins and let's just say we got more than we could handle . (Each of us had a to-go bag). We got some steak, lamb, tuna, and 3 sides (lobster mash potatoes, mushroom, and cauliflower. The dry-aged steak was amazing, it was perfectly cooked, juicy, and bursting with flavor. Easily one of the most succulent steaks I've had in a long time. The only reason I gave it a 4/5 was due to some steaks came out more rare than ordered (asked for medium), but our server Veronica (special shoutout!!) handled it perfectly and fixed it right away. Her recs were all 10/10 and she was so attentive that it really made the experience even better. If you love steaks and just great service, I recommend you to go try Mastros's. We'll definitely be coming back! read more

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What a fabulous steak and a memorable evening!When I made my reservation on Open Table one of the questions was something like 'Are you celebrating a special occasion?' I responded 'Happy Birthday, Al! ' as I was taking him out for his favorite food as a gift. I was blown away when we opened the menus that were provided to us to find personalized menus with a birthday greeting for Al! The steaks were the best we can ever remember eating. Done to perfection! The sides of garlic potatoes and green beans were equally as good! They made the dinner even more special for Al by providing a slice of chocolate cake with 'Happy Birthday' spelled in frosting! This one of the most memorable experiences I've had in years! Also, thanks to our server who added to the experience. Very friendly & accommodating! read more

Mastro's Steakhouse - Birthday cake! - Steakhouses Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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Mastro's is my favorite steakhouse in the South Bay! I've been here multiple times and it's always been good. I enjoy the dry aged ribeye medium rare - it's perfectly cooked and seasoned. I also love all the sides and have never had a bad one. The service here is great as well. The waiters are super attentive and they serve the sides for everyone. They also will help pack you food to-go. There's live music in the evenings on the first and the restaurant is dimly lit. There's a large upstairs and some private rooms. read more

Mastro's Steakhouse - Dry Aged Bone-In Ribeye 23oz with sides of White Cheddar Mac & Cheese, Brussel Sprouts, Creamed Corn, Garlic Mashed Potatoes, and Gnocchi - Steakhouses Near Me - Santa Clara, California

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I've been to Mastro's before for dinner and had a good experience, so this lunch was surprising and very disappointing. I wanted to come back and try a burger for lunch ordered the burger medium, but it came out extremely well done, dry, and totally inedible. I added a photo so people can judge for themselves. The shape of the patty also didn't seem fresh made and felt more like a pre-formed burger, which I really didn't expect from a place like Mastro's. Regardless, by the time the issue was addressed, my dining partner was basically done eating and I was just sitting there unable to eat mine. They did offer to remake it, but I had an important meeting to get to and waiting another 25 minutes just wasn't realistic. What bothered me most though was the interaction with the manager, Roy. He was polite, but everything felt very robotic and scripted with no real empathy or ownership of the situation. Even while I was explaining the wasted time and disappointment, the response was "hope you have a good evening," which honestly felt dismissive, canned and completely disconnected from what had just happened. For a restaurant with Mastro's reputation and pricing, I expected much better. Can't come back for dinner after this lunch. Please read to spread the knowledge within the team and as you choose where to dine. read more

Mastro's Steakhouse - Overcooked burger. Ordered "medium" and came out extra well done and inedible. - Steakhouses Near Me - Santa Clara, California

If we could rate this restaurant a ZERO, I wouldnt hesitate to. The food was inversely proportional to the amount of liquor and wine ordered. It was our anniversary so we were looking forward to a nice celebratory dinner. The service was slow...not a problem. The steak was average at best. But the ultimate slap in the face was the American Wagyu we tried. I dont what planet these crooks spawned from, but I dont remember ordering cold cuts. We're talking COLD! Yes, we could have returned it, but that would be inviting "added mysterious flavoring" to the meat. I was so fed up by then, that we got our bill, paid it and left. NEVER AGAIN! Mastros can continue to fleece non-drinking customers, but as for us, Mastros should be renamed Crooks. Sad. read more

There was emphasis on dress code on reservation confirmation calls, I made sure my kids wore button up shirt, dress with hose and non athletic shoes, I wore a cocktail dress and hubby sports jacket and def non athletic shoes, we walk in and saw so many ppl literally dressed like they just came from a basketball game and wearing caps , or women in denim shorts, many ppl in t shirts, weird that they make dress code a big deal and I'd say 50% of patrons were not compliant with dress code. Additionally dirty plate and glass, no one came right at steak arrival to verify cooked as ordered, waiters and waitresses with very visible tattoos. I just thought this place was fancier, esp for the price. As someone from Houston, a place of amazing steak houses, I was surprised this location was not up to par with the other locations. Food was overall good and there was someone at the door to open it for you, drinks were also good. read more

Mastro's Steakhouse is still my #1 favorite steakhouse. I've been also been to the SF location but San Jose's location takes the cake. Mastros is located at the Westfield Valley Fair mall. Depending on which day you go, can dictate how easy it is to find parking, as Santana Row is directly across the street. I love EVERYTHING about Mastros. When you enter, you're greeting and I love the low light setting, accents and designs within the interior and the staircase makes a great place to take photos. They do have two floors for seating and upstairs they're also have a more intimate and private room for special occasions. I've been to Mastros probably a total of 4 times and each time they've never done me wrong. I always order the steak or branzino with the lobster Mac and cheese and it's always a 5/5 stars for me. The bread is also incredibly good and addicting. Staff is nice and if you're celebrating a birthday or anniversary, let them know! They will print your name on a menu and roll it up for you to take home. They'll also write nice notes on your dessert plate for that special occasion. read more

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