San Diego's Best Steak 2008

USDA prime beef, elegant tableside service and mammoth martinis.

Reviews:

• “Did not live up to expectations”
• “Good Prime Rib”
• “Rates right next to Lawrys Beverly Hills”

Tips: Rare means rare: If you don’t want a cool, red center, move to medium.

Morton’s – The Steakhouse or email Morton’s – The Steakhouse

Prime beef, a comfortable atmosphere and an extensive, user-friendly wine list are the signatures of this upscale steakhouse.

Reviews:

• “BEST of the steakhouses”
• “Best Steakhouse I have been to in San Diego, or any where for that matter "

Tips: The wine list has 100 selections, all available by the glass. Wine flights—-three two-ounce glasses of different wines—-allow for experimentation. A reserve wine list has more than 80 selections available by the bottle.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar or email Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

Prime beef, a comfortable atmosphere and an extensive, user-friendly wine list are the signatures of this upscale steakhouse.

Reviews:

• “Great service and great food.”
• “Excellent steaks; great atmosphere”

Tips: The wine list has 100 selections, all available by the glass. Wine flights—-three two-ounce glasses of different wines—-allow for experimentation. A reserve wine list has more than 80 selections available by the bottle.

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar or email Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

Downtown steakhouse continues to pack special occasion crowds with luxurious atmosphere and familiar menu

Reviews:

• “Not Worth the Hype”
• “Wonderful food and such warm and attentive service”
• “Worst place to eat in San Diego”
• “Best Steak I have had in San Diego”
• “TERRIBLE EXPERIENCE ..Better food and service at Marie Calendars or Mimi’s – OUTRAGEOUS and ARROGANT service”

Tips: The Wine Vault and the East Room have private tables sequestered in the wine cellar. Call to reserve.

Rainwaters on Kettner

Gaslamp institution impresses with a prime corner location, prime steakhouse fare and lots of it.

Reviews:

• “Steak with a flare…”

Tips: For all the downtown dwellers, look for the Cohn Card in your local phone book for a two-for-one entree coupon at all the Cohn Restauarnts in the 92101.

Dakota’s

From fajita hot spot to upscale steakhouse, the recent menu expansion adds even more sizzle to an oceanfront meal.

Reviews:

• “a view but that’s about it. just don’t go”
• “Terrible service”
• “Great view, but slow service. Food was average. Very small portions.”

Tips:
Crowds return again and again for award winning shaker margaritas made from fresh squeezed juices.

Epazote’s Del Mar

Slow-smoked meats in a rustic San Marcos restaurant.

Reviews:

• “Amazing Chocolate Cake”

Tips: Snack on half-priced apps and $3 drinks during the afternoon happy hours on the patio.-

Old California Mining Co

Adult crowds enjoy the thrill of the grill and some sizzling, interactive dining in the hip Gaslamp District.

Reviews:

• “Excellent restaurant! "
• “Fun, Casual, Great Value”
• “Somewhat expensive, but fun for a large group.”
• “Not your average Steakhouse!”

Tips: This is a 21 and up dinner club, no exceptions.

Gaslamp Strip Club

The Cohn Group strikes again, creating a so-San Diego setting where locals enjoy upscale food that’s both familiar and inventive.

Reviews:

• “Amazing filet mignon”
• “Horrible all around. Stay away.”
• “Christmas Paradise Lost aka Have you seen my server?”
• “Great Views”

Tips: Check out the adjacent C-Level lounge (also a Cohn Group establishment) that has a less-expensive menu and lots of fun cocktails.

Island Prime

Bustling Steakhouse sizzles with nostalgic clubhouse vibe on swanky Sixth Avenue.

Reviews:

• “Steak was terrible.”

Tips: Valet is free for lunch during the week and located right at the doorstep.

The Palm Restaurant of San Diego

Standout steak and chop house serves USDA Prime aged beef in cosmopolitan, special- occasion atmosphere.

Reviews:

• “Mediocre Food, Snooty Service”
• “overpriced; inconsistent experiences”
• “Leave the kids at home, filet…so-so, prime rib…ok.”
• “Good steak but not consistent”
• “There are better steak houses in San Diego”

Tips: The importance of top quality ingredients shines through in drinks such as Mojitos and the specialty pomegranate martini.

Donovan’s Steak & Chop House

Part restaurant, part bar, part butcher shop: East Village’s Texas-sized compond brings the wild West downtown.

Tips: Sure, it’s a Western-themed bar/restaurant, but it’s also perched amid the hipster haven corner of 10th and Market. Dirty wranglers will definitely stand out (and not in a good way). Cute jeans, cute shoes, ladies, and you’re set.

Cowboy Star

Authentic Argentinean steakhouse offers a full bar, jubilant atmosphere and live music Wednesday-Saturday evenings

Tips: Try Entrana, the Argentinean version of fajitas. It’s large enough for two people to share and arrives at your table sizling on a hibachi grill.

Puerto La Boca

Sizzling steaks and songs at the piano bar under the Lafayette Hotel in North Park.

Tips: Find a perch at the bar for a full view of the piano bar action.

Red Fox Steak House

An award-winning chef, savory French-California cuisine, and fresh veggies grown on-site are a winning combination.

Reviews:

• “Best food, most unpredictable sevice! "

Tips: Heart-healthy dishes are available for those seeking French fare without heavy sauces.

Vincent’s

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