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Sundance The Steakhouse, Palo Alto, CA

Sundance The Steakhouse

4.8
4.8
5453 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse
A photo of Sundance The Steakhouse restaurant

Sundance The Steakhouse

4.8
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Palo Alto

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 79 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
Since its opening in 1974, prime steaks and martinis have never gone out of style at this Palo Alto institution. The atmosphere is very clubby with fireplaces, dark wood, sports memorabilia and plush leather booths tucked into the many nooks throughout the dining room. Famous for their slow-roasted prime rib & hand-cut U.S.D.A Prime Steaks, they also offer fresh seafood, cold water lobster tail & succulent shellfish. The 20 oz. Bone-In Rib eye Steak is the Boss’ Favorite while the Double Cut Filet Mignon runs a close second. Sundance is respected for serving the best food money can buy coupled with value & simplicity – a welcome relief for serious food & steak aficionados. The menu is supported by an award-winning wine list that features over 400 selections focusing on highly allocated Napa Valley Cabernets. Exceptional ratings & numerous restaurant awards rank Sundance the Steakhouse as a true dining destination.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (650) 321-6798
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Alfredo Flores
  • Private party facilities
    Sundance The Steakhouse offers three distinct dining areas that can be reserved for semi private events. Please refer to our web site for additional information and booking policies.
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Cross street
    Stanford Ave.
  • Parking details
    Additional parking is available on Stanford Avenue & across the street on the El Camino Real.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,453 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Francisco Bay Area

    Steakhouse

  • Peninsula

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Sundance The Steakhouse is renowned for its "amazing steaks" and "impeccable service." Diners rave about the "fantastic prime rib" and cozy ambiance. Though some noted occasional service hiccups, the restaurant consistently delivers a "spectacular experience" with "delicious food" perfect for "special occasions." A true Bay Area gem!

5,453 Reviews
  1. Mary

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Lovely dinner. We arrived early (5pm) and the restaurant was relatively quiet. Asked for a booth and they were able to accommodate.

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  2. Joseph

    San Francisco

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional Service! Everyone was Kind and attentive throughout our dinner!

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  3. Louie

    Los Angeles

    29 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Jason did a great job! Food was outstanding …..(thank you)

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  4. Laurel

    San Francisco

    10 reviews

    3.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    We have been to Sundance many times over the past 2 decades, it’s always been one of our favorites. Unfortunately this time was different, we were seated 30 mins late, they were very apologetic. We ordered 2 soups and a salad and 3 entrees, 2 steaks and 1 pasta. The soups came out and were told the salad was on its way, then we were told our entrees were ready without the salad being served. We passed on the salad to get our entrees. One steak was perfect, the other was very overcooked and couldn’t be eaten. We were offered a substitute, but not something we wanted. We ended up sharing the 1 steak and left full. Bottom line service was good, was not the waiters fault, but due to the holiday I think the kitchen was overwhelmed. Not sure we will go back as the last time we went there seemed to be the same issues and it was a different time of year.

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  5. Brenda

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a fabulous dinner last night and the food is simply wonderful and the service was spectacular. Of course it’s fairly expensive but I think it’s worth every penny. I will definitely be going there again in the future.

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  6. SheilaB

    San Francisco

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on December 2, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Expensive but worth every dollar paid!! We often go here for Special Celebrations Or with my 60 years husband for Date Night !

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  7. Bonnie

    San Francisco

    12 reviews

    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on December 1, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food as always. Thomas was a great server.

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  8. Tom

    San Francisco

    47 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    47 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was great as always. I recommend the wedge salad -- no one does it better than Sundance. The service was a little choppy -- I think that our waiter, however cordial, was stretched too thin.

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  9. Warren

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As I have come to expect, this is one of the most outstanding restaurants in the Bay Area. You can not go wrong dining there.

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  10. Tim

    San Francisco

    9 reviews

    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on November 28, 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good old school steakhouse. Good food and good service.

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FAQs

Sundance The Steakhouse offers delivery in partnership with Chow Now. Sundance The Steakhouse also offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (650) 321-6798.

Sundance The Steakhouse is rated 4.8 stars by 5453 OpenTable diners.

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

A photo of Sundance The Steakhouse restaurant

Sundance The Steakhouse

4.8
$50 and over
Steakhouse
Palo Alto

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 79 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sundance The Steakhouse

1921 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Stanford Ave.
  • Neighborhood
    Palo Alto
  • Hours of operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 4:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Fine Dining
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Additional parking is available on Stanford Avenue & across the street on the El Camino Real.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Alfredo Flores
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Delivery, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeout, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (650) 321-6798
  • Private party facilities
    Sundance The Steakhouse offers three distinct dining areas that can be reserved for semi private events. Please refer to our web site for additional information and booking policies.
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