Castaway - Burbank

4.5

11166 Reviews

$30 and under

Steakhouse

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 197 times today

Experiences are available.

Great for scenic views
Good for special occasions
Great for outdoor dining

Castaway has curated a dining experience where everyone feels like a star, and where every seat is magic. With a floor-to-ceiling wine cellar, a charcuterie station, and breath-taking views of Los Angeles, Castaway is ready to roll out the red carpet for your next wedding, get-together, or corporate event.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Elegant
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Steakhouse
Hours of operation
Mon 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Phone number
(818) 848-6691
Website
https://www.castawayburbank.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Dress code
Smart Casual
Catering
The Castaway Burbank is proud to be part of Specialty Events, one of Southern California's leading event production companies. Castaway specializes in custom catering menus, detailed coordination and innovative design services for off-site corporate and social events. Please contact castawayburbank@srcmail.com for more details.
Private party facilities
Uniquely situated on the hills of Burbank with captivating views of the Valley and Los Angeles, Castaway is the perfect location for your next event. We offer full-service, event planning to ensure that your event is executed with excellence in our indoor and outdoor event spaces. Available year-round, our eight elegant outdoor and indoor event spaces accommodate 20-1,000 guests. Contact an event specialist today 818.843.5013 For large parties over 12, contact our special events team at castawaybcatering@srcmail.com.

Location
1250 East Harvard Road, Burbank, CA 91501
Neighborhood
Burbank
Cross street
Sunset Canyon Road and Harvard Road
Parking details
Valet
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Experiences

Thanksgiving Four-Course Brunch Experience! $98
Nov 28, 2024 only
This Thanksgiving, treat your loved ones to an unforgettable feast at Castaway! We’ll be offering a Four-Course Brunch Menu featuring appetizers, salad, and desserts to share, plus a plethora of plated entrées, including Fried Chicken & Waffles and our Thanksgiving Turkey Special. Adults $98, Children $35, Bottomless Mimosas $30. *A la carte menu not available during Brunch.
Christmas Weekend Four-Course Brunch! $105
Dec 21, 2024 - Dec 22, 2024
On Christmas Weekend, we’ll be offering a festive Four-Course Brunch Menu featuring appetizers, salad, and desserts to share, plus a plated entrée just for you, like our signature French Toast or Fried Chicken & Waffles. Adults $105, Children $35, Bottomless Mimosas $30. *A la carte menu will not be available during Brunch.
Christmas Day Four-Course Brunch Experience! $105
Dec 25, 2024 only
This Christmas, gift your loved ones a memorable get-together at Castaway! We’ll be offering a festive Four-Course Brunch Menu featuring appetizers, salad, and desserts to share, plus a plated entrée just for you, like our signature French Toast or Fried Chicken & Waffles. Adults $105, Children $35, Bottomless Mimosas $30. *A la carte menu will not be available during Brunch.

Popular dishes

Consumer Advisory: Consuming raw or undercooked meats, poultry, seafood, shellfish, or eggs may increase your risk of foodborne illness, especially if you have certain medical conditions. Consumer Information: There is a risk associated with eating raw oysters. If you have chronic illness of the liver, stomach, or blood or have immune disorders, you are at greater risk of serious illness from raw oysters and should eat oysters fully cooked. IF UNSURE OF YOUR RISK, CONSULT A PHYSICIAN.

Sip Happens

Good Morning, Mary$16.00
Titos Handmade, Secret Bloody Mix, Bacon, Tajín, Shrimp, Charcuterie
Caffeine Dream$18.00
Cazadores Café, Patrón Citrónge, Black Rifle Espresso, Cinnamon, Orange Zest
Get Toasted$19.00
Grey Goose, Toasted Brioche, Maple Syrup, Oat Milk
Liquid Picnic$16.00
Bulleit Rye, Drillaud Blueberry, Champ Vine Shrub, Rosemary Shrub, Lemon Juice, Egg White, Streusel

Bottomless Mimosas

Mix & match

Bottomless Mimosa$32.00
Priced per person. Dragon Fruit Watermelon | Fresh Cucumber Mint | Lavender Activated Charcoal Lemonade | Pineapple Jalapeno

Cheese and Charcuterie Bar

Curated by the cheese store of Beverly Hills Cheese: • Black Label Cambozola - Brie-Style Pasteurized Cow's Milk Blue Cheese, Germany • Moliterno Al Tartufo - Aged Pecorino Cheese, Filled with Black Truffles, Italy • Fromager D'Affinois - Luscious, Pasteurized Cow's Milk, Double-Cream, France • Midnight Moon - Hard and Nutty Goat's Milk Cheese, Holland • Rulo "Creme Brulee" - Goat's Milk with Crème Brûlée Notes, Spain Meat: • Salame Napoli - Piccante - Roughly Ground, Lightly Spiced Pork • Coppa Senese - Lean Tuscan Salami with Aromas of Cloves, Cinnamon, Nutmeg • Ventricina Salame - Well-Defined Aromas of Cured Meat, Pepper, Paprika, Chili, Notes of Fennel • Prosciutto Di Parma - 18-month Aged Ham

Cheese and Charcuterie (Plate of 4)$31.00
Served with Chef accouterments
Cheese and Charcuterie (Plate of 7)$43.00
Available as a plate of 4 or 7 and served with Chef accouterments

Starters

Mini Cini Buns$16.00
Cinnamon Swirl Sticky Buns, Whipped Cream Cheese, Toasted Almonds
Caviar Frites$25.00
Caviar, Vodka Crème Fraîche, Crispy Yukon Gold Fries, Ranch
Roasted Tricolor Cauliflower$18.00
Hazelnut Vinaigrette, Currants, Fresno Chili
Crispy Brussels Sprouts$20.00
Thai Chili, Young Coconut
Truffle Popcorn Chicken$19.00
Harissa-Maple Dust, Sweet Chili Ketchup
Calamari$23.00
Tempura Peppers and Onions, Citrus Buffalo Aioli
Crab Cake$27.00
Lump Crab & Shrimp, Brussels Sprout Slaw with Warm Bacon Vinaigrette, Sweet Potato, Roasted Garlic & Mustard Aioli
Crushed Avocado Tartine$17.00
Grilled Rustic Country Bread, Olive Oil, Cilantro, Lime, Chili, Cured Tomato

Raw Bar

Chilled Oysters$26.00
Half Dozen, Ancho Chili Cocktail Sauce, Champagne Mignonette
Shrimp Cocktail$24.00
Citrus Poached Shrimp, Ancho Chili Cocktail Sauce

Seafood Towers

Cold
East & West Coast Oysters, Shrimp Cocktail, Snow Crab Cluster, Whole Maine Lobster, Peruvian Scallops, Jonah Crab Claws, White Soy, Salmon Poke, Wakame
- Petite (Serves 2)$105.00
- Imperial (Serves 4)$190.00
Hot$105.00
Smoked Garlic Butter, Maine Lobster, Peruvian Scallop, Shrimp, Grilled East & West Coast Oysters

Greens

Classic Caesar$17.00
Shaved Parmesan, Garlic Breadcrumbs, Crisp Capers
Smoked Tomato Salad$16.00
Heirloom Tomatoes, Toasted Quinoa, Goat Cheese, Cucumbers, Pickled Shallots, Smoked Tomato Vinaigrette
The Wedge$19.00
Ranch, Point Reyes Bay Blue Cheese, Estate Cherry Tomato, Bacon Lardon

Brunchy Types of Things

Don't Mess With My Quiche$21.00
Quiche Lorraine, Peppered Bacon, Sautéed Leeks, Gruyere Cheese, Frisee Salad
Fried Chicken and Waffle$30.00
Crispy Chicken, Honey Roasted Sriracha Glaze, Belgian Waffle, Smoked Maple Syrup
French Toast$26.00
Fluffy Thick-Cut Brioche, Cognac Roasted Golden Apples, Nutella, Cinnamon-Spiced Maple Syrup
Hangover Hash$30.00
Port Wine-Braised Short Rib, Wild Mushrooms, Roasted Potatoes, Poached Eggs
Double-Patty Smash Burger$25.00
Lettuce, Tomato, Cheddar Cheese, Caramelized Onions, Secret Sauce, Brioche Bun, Garlic Fries

Signature Bennys

Served with poached eggs, hollandaise, blistered tomatoes and roasted potatoes

Crab Cake Benedict$31.00
Lump Crab and Shrimp, Chipotle Hollandaise, Caviar
Smoked Salmon Benedict$26.00
Norwegian Salmon, Fresh Dill, Roe
Short Rib Benedict$32.00
Belgian Waffle, Pickled Shallots
Greater Omaha Filet Mignon$49.00
8oz Beef, Chimichurri, Brioche Toast, Chives
Prime Hanger Steak$39.00
8oz Corn-Fed Omaha Angus Beef, Chimichurri
New York Strip$48.00
12oz Brioche Toast

Side Piece

Garlic Fries$12.00
Parmesan, Rosemary, Parsley
Peppered Bacon$8.00
Two Fried Eggs$8.00
Roasted Potatoes$7.00
Belgian Waffle$7.00
Rustic Country Toast$6.00

What 11,166 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.5

4.5 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4.7Ambience
4.2Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

Los Angeles
Most Booked
San Fernando Valley / Valencia
Great for scenic views
San Fernando Valley / Valencia
Steakhouse
San Fernando Valley / Valencia
Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews

Castaway - Burbank offers "the best views during sunset" with "excellent food" and "amazing service." The ambiance is perfect for special occasions, with attentive staff ensuring a memorable experience. While some reviews note inconsistencies in food quality, the breathtaking views and exceptional service make it a must-visit spot.

11,166 Reviews

M
Maxwell
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
William Stevenson was our waiter—honestly, he made the whole experience so much better. He’s one of those people who’s just naturally good at what they do. Super warm, easy to talk to, and you could tell he actually cared about making sure we had a great time. He gave thoughtful recommendations without feeling pushy and checked in at just the right times. It felt more like being hosted by a friend than just “getting served.” If you’re lucky enough to have William taking care of you, you’re in for a good night. The food was great! Sides were pretty good and the fried/ crispy fish was incredible with the coconut like flavor. Tasted like some food I had in the Bahamas, which is a W for Castaway
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chris
Los Angeles
4 reviews
2.0
4 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 2
2. Food 5
3. Service 4
4. Ambience 3
requested outdoor seating days in advance. even messaged the business through the useless open table app hours before the reservation time to ensure outdoor seat but the restaurant never reads the messages until you’re standing in front of them. brought my gf for her first experience there on her bday and was massively massively let down. also open table app is garbage
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Wendy
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined today
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
We had a blast.- a celebration for my husband‘s birthday. Everything was top-notch. We were a party of six and we all just so enjoyed ourselves. The combination of the dinner followed up by the green room for dessert and drinks was just heaven. We will be back.
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Rahat
Los Angeles
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 1
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 1
Worst service I’ve experienced in a long time. Reservation at 9:15, not seated till 9:45, server didn’t see us till 10PM. Took us 30 minutes from when we sat down to get a bottle of water. First starter chicken popcorn came out raw pink chicken and as sent back. At this point we were already fed up. Salmon main was good but the mushroom pasta was way too watery. Service on the night was very poor .
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Dorian
Los Angeles
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined 1 day ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 3
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Aman the server is amazing. Had a great time. Vibes, view, and good food
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KitC
Los Angeles
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Been here many times and can recommend for party of two or a girls night out in the Green room . Overall a fantastic view, delicious food and lovely ambiance. Party of 10 got great service from the staff.Thank you for making my Moms birthday very special tonight .
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tracy
Los Angeles
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
1. Overall 5
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 5
Always a great time! Food was incredible and Mario our server was amazing
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Harut
Los Angeles
4 reviews
3.0
4 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
1. Overall 3
2. Food 2
3. Service 2
4. Ambience 5
Food was not good at all. We had the ribeye steak, brussel sprouts and kids cheeseburger and they were sub par. The vanilla ice cream was decent. The server was terrible, we had to ask several times for items and drinks, seems like she would forget every time. The only thing enjoyable was the view. Everything else was beta.
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Jen
Cincinnati
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 1
2. Food 3
3. Service 1
4. Ambience 2
I’m just going to leave it at not great services. Also of waiting around on a non busy night.
Castaway - BurbankResponded 2 days ago
Dear Jen, Thank you for your review. I’m sorry to hear you had a disappointing experience, and I really appreciate you bringing these issues to our attention. We strive to deliver a great experience for our guests, especially when it comes to service and hospitality, and we are gutted when we don’t meet expectations. We appreciate you choosing Castaway to celebrate your friend's birthday and are deeply apologetic that we could not deliver. We dropped the ball and would love the chance to make up for it. Your feedback is appreciated, and we will do better in the future. Please email us and we will set up your next reservation and see to it that you have an enjoyable experience from start to finish. I look forward to hearing from you!
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Patricia
San Diego
1 review
4.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
1. Overall 4
2. Food 5
3. Service 5
4. Ambience 4
Good restaurant. But I was expected a better cake for my husband birthday surprise. Thanks for the good food and nice view.
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FAQs

Castaway - Burbank offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (818) 848-6691.

Castaway - Burbank is rated 4.5 stars by 11166 OpenTable diners.

Castaway - Burbank does offer gift cards which you can purchase here.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people

Nov 24, 2024

7:00 PM

Booked 197 times today

Experiences are available.

Order delivery or takeout

1250 East Harvard Road, Burbank, CA 91501

Additional information

Cross street
Sunset Canyon Road and Harvard Road
Neighborhood
Burbank
Hours of operation
Mon 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Thu, Sun 11:00 am–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 11:00 am–10:00 pm
Price
$30 and under
Cuisines
Steakhouse
Dining style
Casual Elegant
Dress code
Smart Casual
Parking details
Valet
Payment options
AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
https://www.castawayburbank.com/
Phone number
(818) 848-6691
Catering
The Castaway Burbank is proud to be part of Specialty Events, one of Southern California's leading event production companies. Castaway specializes in custom catering menus, detailed coordination and innovative design services for off-site corporate and social events. Please contact castawayburbank@srcmail.com for more details.
Private party facilities
Uniquely situated on the hills of Burbank with captivating views of the Valley and Los Angeles, Castaway is the perfect location for your next event. We offer full-service, event planning to ensure that your event is executed with excellence in our indoor and outdoor event spaces. Available year-round, our eight elegant outdoor and indoor event spaces accommodate 20-1,000 guests. Contact an event specialist today 818.843.5013 For large parties over 12, contact our special events team at castawaybcatering@srcmail.com.

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Castaway - Burbank

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

Gift card

Thanksgiving Four-Course Brunch Experience! $98

Christmas Weekend Four-Course Brunch! $105

Christmas Day Four-Course Brunch Experience! $105

Filet Mignon

Crispy Brussels Sprouts

Roasted Tricolor Cauliflower

Sip Happens

Good Morning, Mary$16.00

Caffeine Dream$18.00

Get Toasted$19.00

Liquid Picnic$16.00

Bottomless Mimosas

Bottomless Mimosa$32.00

Cheese and Charcuterie Bar

Cheese and Charcuterie (Plate of 4)$31.00

Cheese and Charcuterie (Plate of 7)$43.00

Starters

Mini Cini Buns$16.00

Caviar Frites$25.00

Roasted Tricolor Cauliflower$18.00

Crispy Brussels Sprouts$20.00

Truffle Popcorn Chicken$19.00

Calamari$23.00

Crab Cake$27.00

Crushed Avocado Tartine$17.00

Raw Bar

Chilled Oysters$26.00

Shrimp Cocktail$24.00

Seafood Towers

Cold

Hot$105.00

Greens

Classic Caesar$17.00

Smoked Tomato Salad$16.00

The Wedge$19.00

Brunchy Types of Things

Don't Mess With My Quiche$21.00

Fried Chicken and Waffle$30.00

French Toast$26.00

Hangover Hash$30.00

Double-Patty Smash Burger$25.00

Signature Bennys

Crab Cake Benedict$31.00

Smoked Salmon Benedict$26.00

Short Rib Benedict$32.00

Greater Omaha Filet Mignon$49.00

Prime Hanger Steak$39.00

New York Strip$48.00

Side Piece

Garlic Fries$12.00

Peppered Bacon$8.00

Two Fried Eggs$8.00

Roasted Potatoes$7.00

Belgian Waffle$7.00

Rustic Country Toast$6.00

Overall ratings and reviews

Loved For

Review summary

FAQs

Does Castaway - Burbank offer delivery through OpenTable or takeout?

How is Castaway - Burbank restaurant rated?

Does Castaway - Burbank offer gift cards?

Is Castaway - Burbank currently accepting reservations?

Make a reservation

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

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