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    4.5 (864 reviews)
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    White chocolate bread pudding.  It looks like a lot going on but trust me, everything blends well perfectly!
    Mathryn E.

    Recommended to make reservations ahead of time... and there's a reason why. This place is absolutely off the hook. The chef personally comes out to greet you, brings out dishes himself, and explains everything with so much passion and love... and you can truly taste it in the food. Everything we had was delicious and cooked perfectly. The vibe is amazing, the music is great, and the whole atmosphere just feels cool and welcoming. We ordered the beef carpaccio and WOW... packed with flavor. Soooo good. The steak was perfectly done, the truffle mac and cheese was incredible, and the white chocolate dessert completely hit the spot. You can tell the chef genuinely takes pride in his work and cares about the experience he gives his guests. We will definitely be back. Honestly, one of the best places in Menifee - maybe even the best around here if you ask me.

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    Cerena P.

    Oh my gosh was this place great! Super packed and busy make sure to make a reservation! We booked a last minute reservation for dinner and they were able to get us in, as it seemed like the nicest restaurant in the proximity to our Airbnb. Service was phenomenal the entire time they even gave us a private room unknowingly that we were there celebrating my bachelorette party. We were super happy, the area was cozy and private, perfect for our small group. They offer a bunch of different options on espresso martinis, you can custom different liquors and flavors. We all tried different combinations and they were all wonderful. Onto the food, we were blown away! Couldn't believe that finding this place last minute gave us such an incredible experience. The food was top notch and delicious. The Mac and cheese was soooo creamy and flavorful. The steak was cooked perfect and they have several dipping sauces to choose from. The salmon was a hit and the risotto went really well with it. I wouldn't be surprised if this place had a Michelin star, it was THAT GOOD. We were frequently checked up on and had a wonderful last night experience on our vacation. This is the kinda spot that looks like a hole in the wall in a strip mall but it's a hidden gem!!

    Chaselynn F.

    Savage Chef Bar and Grill is absolutely amazing! The food is incredible--every dish hits perfectly. The atmosphere is fun, cool, and just a great place to hang out. Chef Mario always kills it--he's talented, kind, and so easy to chat with. The owner, Dylan, is also fantastic, making the whole experience welcoming and enjoyable. Whether you're coming for the food, the vibes, or just a great night out, Savage Chef Bar and Grill delivers on every level. Highly recommend!

    Mindy R.

    This is our second time! We loved it! Father's Day/World cup weekend and we got prime seating with a TV and GREAT service!! Spoke with both Chef's both are amazing! Food was AWESOME! Great drinks! Our son loved the smores set up!!! HAVE SO MUCH FUN AT THE USA GAME! Next visit cant wait to hear about it!!!

    Mike E.

    What a great experience came in for my first time yesterday for our anniversary and let me tell you the food blows you away. Everything is cooked. Gourmet style and prepared perfectly from appetizers to dessert. You can't go wrong here. The chef himself is amazing and we'll come out to the table and explain to you and your kids how everything's prepared amazing spot. Can't wait to come back!!

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    Sergey L.

    They throw a Brunchin' Behaviour buffet style party every second Saturday of the month. Nice music, great vibes and great people with awesome food. Savage Chef represents the best of Menifee! Stop by and enjoy. But get tix ahead of time coz they'll run out.

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    Susan R.

    Found this gem on my work travels and wow, so glad I did! For dinner, I couldn't decide on one thing so I ordered SIX sides and starters! Plenty to eat here and take home. Every dish was carefully prepared, well appointed and delicious. I don't have a favorite yet here's a few worth mentioning. Charred tuna tataki has just the right amount of kick with the garlic ponzu and the shishito sesame relish. So yummy! Shishito peppers were fabulous, truffle salt and Parmesan make the perfect combination Can you tell I like a little kick? You don't have to get kick, they've got plenty of other options. Amazing service from Jose at the bar, he knows the menu inside and out and has great suggestions. The vibe here is lively, the restaurant is clean, the service and food are spot on. I'll be back!

    Eggs over easy with potatoes and 8 oz. Filet Mignon.
    Michael M.

    We celebrated my birthday at this fine establishment and we were not disappointed! It was Brunch on Sunday and we made reservations for 11:00 am. We were seated immediately and our server, Elison brought water. I ordered the Steak and eggs and a Bloody Mary. The steak was an 8 oz Filet Mignon, the eggs were over easy and the plate came with small potatoes. Everything was delicious! For desert we were brought S'mores and a flame pot to cook them. To finish my meal I ordered a glass of Chardonnay. The background music was epic and the noise level very low although the place was packed. One of only two 5 star restaurants in Menifee and you really need to try it!

    Leslie M.

    Service is friendly and knowledgeable! Alejandro Is an amazing bartender. The surroundings tell the chefs journey and love story that lead to them open the restaurant. The pasta was delicious, however the star of the show by far was the panna cotta it had all the creamy textures I miss from Europe with a sweet American flair.

    Cavatelli was delicious so much flavor! Cooked to perfection.
    Lopez 7.

    The ambiance was very nice I enjoyed my food, service was nice and friendly, I would go back it was definitely worth it.

    Filet with house steak sauce
    Breanna G.

    Came across current establishment due to hubby and daughter wanting steak. Very cute place. Great music I will say back in the 90s. Staff is friendly and seated right away with reservation. We had the steak flatbread as an appetizer which we all truly enjoyed. The crust was so crunchy and the cheese melted in your mouth. Amazing! Ordered a filet, daughter ordered a filet, ordered the kids steak for my youngest and hubby ordered ribeye. Sides we had the truffle Mac and cheese, mashed potatoes and French fries. Hubby enjoyed his steak, cooked a bit over but said it was still very delicious/juicy. Daughter had her steak perfect and she devoured it. My steak was a bit over done as well. Ordered medium, cooked medium well, I did send back and staff were nice. The second steak was a bit better but over done. I will say, it was delicious and juicy still, I did enjoy it! The best side for us was the truffle Mac and cheese. OMG that was amazing! Fries were delicious! Mashed potatoes were good too but favorite for sure was the truffle Mac and cheese. Would go back just for that! We did get 2 desserts. We tried the toffee cake and the chocolate. The chocolate was very rich but adding vanilla ice cream recommended by our waitress did help with the richness, delicious! Fresh berries as well helped. The toffee cake, hubby enjoyed and finished and I enjoyed both. Overall, we would recommend to try and will be back. Thank you!

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    Daniel O.

    I really do love this place. Reservations are key if you're dining in, but my usual move is ordering online and picking up. I live close enough, and they always pack the food right, still hot, still fresh. Now, I mean this with full respect: the pizza hits like those glory days of a personal pan Pizza Hut. Iykyk Also, don't sleep on the steak , they do it right. Drinks are good and don't forget to ask for the special. The vegan Caesar is also great bites. Feels good knowing our little town has a spot like this.

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    Came here last week the food was fire. Servers were great. Coming back for more to try their dishes. I definitely recommend this place

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    Delicious food and amazing drinks. The people working there are very friendly as well. Great atmosphere I loved the ambiance.

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    Food and service were great!! Walked in a bit early for our reservation but was sat promptly. Must try their octopus!!

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    Ask the Community - Savage Chef Bar & Grill

    Do they play good music on the weekdays?

    Are they open Christmas Day?

    Can we bring our own wine bottles? Corkage fee?

    I believe you can bring your own wine and believe their corkage fee is $25. But call them to confirm.

    Better to sit standard or hi-top table?

    Personally I recommend sitting at the bar. The bartenders are great and we always meet someone new and interesting. If you want to keep it a private affair then either will be… Read more

    What time does the kitchen close?

    During the week ten pm and Friday and Saturday at twelve am

    What's the address? And what's the cross street?

    Antelope and Newport off the 215 freeway

    Is there a happy hour or taco tuesday specials?

    Yes, Happy Hours are Tuesday and Thursdays from 3 to 5 pm. There is not a Taco Tuesday.

    Is brunch served all week? Or just weekends?

    To my knowledge Brunch at the Savage Chef is only on Sundays

    Do you have gift cards?

    Yes, they do!

    Is it kid-friendly?

    It's more of an adult restaurant High end food and drinks Very much attractive to the 30-45 age group Although I've seen kids there I would think it's more get a baby sitter and enjoy a night out

    Do you take reservations?

    Yes they do. We booked ours with Google Assistant.

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    Arrived Saturday at around 5:30. Restaurant was full, there were 2 tables of 2 open and 1 table for…read more4. A party of 4 were waiting in front of us, and we were next. They seated the party of 4 and immediately sat us at one of the 2 seated tables. Interior was clean, well lit, cool decor and although the place was packed (which I'm sure always is) was not overly loud or noisy. It's quiet enough to converse with each other but loud enough to have an intimate conversation with your partner and not be be overheard. Loved the vibe! We shared the wedge, it was just ok. Hubby had steak frites and I had bolognese with pappardelle, came with a beautiful Texas toast style bread. Geeze! Everything was absolutely perfect! We honestly said, have not been satisfied with a meal like this in such a long time! Dinner was so amazingly awesome, had to get dessert. Talk about a phenomenal way to end an amazing dinner, this was IT! Each bite was the perfect bite! Sweet mixed with savory perfection on a plate! Bits of savory crunch, soft buttery cake and smooth ice cream, couldn't be happier! The only sad part was it took us 3 years of living here to find this amazing piece of heaven! Well now that we've found you, we are definitely going to make up for lost time! Can't wait to go back! Thanks for a memorable dinner, will see you again soon!

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    Food: 5 Service: 5…read moreAmbiance: 5 Hidden gem alert! Tucked into an unassuming strip mall, you would never guess such a sexy, sophisticated spot is sitting right in the middle of it all. From the moment we walked into Fugghedabout, we were stunned. The space is dark, sultry, lightly dimmed, and incredibly chic, something you'd never expect here. It has a very grown up, intimate vibe (21+ only), perfect for date night or a night out with friends. We were lucky enough to visit on a night with live music (they have it Tuesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays), and it completely set the mood. Even though it wasn't very busy, the energy was wonderful and the music was excellent. Service was top notch. Meghan was fantastic, friendly, attentive, accommodating, and so helpful throughout the meal. Faith, the owner, also stopped by several times to check on us, which earned major points. Such a sweet touch and much appreciated. Now the food... wow. We started with the seared scallop special topped with caviar, and it was outstanding, perfectly cooked, with the caviar adding just the right touch of saltiness. Honestly, we wanted to order more. The hot goat cheese with hot honey appetizer was delicious and so comforting. Definitely get extra bread, you'll want it. Since it was Taco Tuesday, we tried the taco trio with chicken, steak, and shrimp. The steak and shrimp were standouts. The chicken was slightly dry, but overall we really enjoyed them. And the biggest surprise of the night was the shrimp and sausage skillet. Absolutely incredible. So flavorful and rich, and again we needed more bread to soak up every bit of that delicious sauce. We also ordered the crème brûlée for dessert, which was good. The sugar topping was slightly thick, and I'll admit I'm a bit of a dessert snob, so while we enjoyed it, the meal itself was really the shining star of the night. I'm already dreaming about my next visit. I was genuinely impressed by everything, service, ambiance, food, and live music. This place is a whole vibe. Five stars all the way. Highly recommend for anyone looking for amazing food in a sultry, intimate setting. I've already recommended it to several friends. Thank you Meghan and Faith for such a great night. We'll definitely be back!

    Fuhgeddaboudit! But my visit was so memorable that I will never forget about it!…read more Faith (owner) really has something special in Windomar, CA., just off of the Clinton Keith exit of Interstate 15. Imagine an elegant Wine Bar with dim lighting, an Old Skool atmosphere, and a wine list and menu of entrees and appetizers that will challenge any palate, compliments of Chef Orquedea. It was our first visit, arriving just as they opened, and having the whole romantic, classy speakeasy all to ourselves, our server Megan, made us feel right at home. Ensuring we received a little history about the establishment, the day's specials, and what some of their customers' favorites. To begin the experience, we received complimentary glasses of sparkling wine in celebration of their one-year anniversary, which was a nice touch. After a brief moment, we settled on sausage and three-cheese skillet appetizers with a house baguette. The two dishes arrived piping hot, gooey, and enticing! Amazingly delicious to say the least! Kudos to their place settings, glassware, and cloth napkins. Our selected wine was excellent as well, and the selection is very worldly and admirable. THIS is my favorite date place in the area!!! Chill, fashionable, comfortable seating, gorgeous bar, soft music in the background allowing for conversation, and the restroom provides a pleasant surprise as well. Hours of operation hover around Happy Hour and dinner, closing at 9 PM on weekdays and 10 pm on Friday and Saturday. Looking forward to enjoying their live entertainment and themed events in the future, at which time I will follow up on this review. Thank you, Faith, Megan & Orquedea for a wonderful time.--

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