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Sundance The Steakhouse, Palo Alto, CA

Sundance The Steakhouse

4.8
4.8
5511 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 98 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Charming
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 5,511 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 offers an "exceptional" dining experience with "fantastic food" and "outstanding service." Known for its prime rib and steaks, patrons rave about the "clubby atmosphere" and "welcoming staff." Despite some noise complaints, the restaurant is a favorite for special occasions and celebrations, promising a memorable visit.

5,511 Reviews
  1. William

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The experience was as expected, which was excellent. Friendly service, good food, good portions, and water with ice. Not only was the meat good, but also the seafood, soup, and salad. More food than we could take in, but for me that is a positive.

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  2. Josh

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding evening and dinner with party of four-- sat at the bar with Brandon the bartender and service, food, ambience were all great!!!

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  3. Richardk

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our server Thomas was outstanding; very knowledgeable and professional.

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  4. Boots

    VIP

    San Francisco

    221 reviews

    1.0

    221 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 1
    The noise level was excruciating. One day later my ears are still ringing and I have complete laryngitis. The food is basic but well executed. Lost my appetite over the noise level. It was a back-to-the-50s experience without the smoke-filled rooms. I had roast beef with mashed potatoes and a salad. All was good but very old school. Photos of by-gone celebrities who had eaten there (mostly sports figures) papered the walls. There was zero parking available in the tiny lot and we had to park several blocks away. There was 25 minute wait for a table, so others do not share my displeasure. This was a friend’s pick. I will not return.

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  5. Jillian

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 1
    This was a disaster. The only reason I gave this place even 1 star is because our waiter was very nice. Everything else was terrible. First, we made reservations and still had to wait 30 minutes for our table. When I made the reservation I indicated it was for my husband's birthday. This restaurant has many romantic booths and seating spaces but we got sat at the literal crappiest table in the whole place. It was tiny and my seat backed up to the alcove with all the silverware. Non-stop metal clinking the whole time and since there were servers in and out of the alcove I had to be very careful because my seat was practically in the walkway. We ordered our food and then the table next to us was seated. To our surprise their food came out first. They had more people than us and basically ordered the same thing we did. We waited an hour for our food. They did nothing to rectify this. The food was ok but way overpriced. You could go to more upscale restaurants like Morton's, Alexander's or Flemings and get better service, updated decor and way better food for the same price. Who serves Prime rib without the rib cap?!?! For a place that's known for its prime rib, it was pretty flavorless. The other table in our area was so loud and obnoxious that the table next to them complained on their way out. I will never come back here. It's very dated and the menu feels like it hasn't changed since the 1970s. Do yourself a favor and don't come here.

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  6. RODNEY

    VIP

    San Francisco

    208 reviews

    4.0

    208 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Sundance never disappoints. Great food and good service in a dimly lit and atmospheric dining room make for a great evening out. Our waiter Cash was efficient and pleasant, we appreciated his service.

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  7. Kristen

    VIP

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing food and service - always a wonderful experience.

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  8. Chip

    VIP

    Tahoe

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Another fantastic meal at Sundance Steakhouse. Delicious food, a terrific wine selection, and excellent service.

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The dessert was just as delicious as all the entrees and sides. Everything was perfect!!! A great place to celebrate birthdays!!!

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  10. Sam

    VIP

    San Francisco

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had lunch at Sundance, I usually eat dinner. There’s definitely more parking. I ordered the Seabass special, which was really excellent . The other diner had prime rib, which is also quite good. We made a couple of changes to the usual order and that was accommodated. A shout out to our server, Allan A who was very good and very, very friendly. Great choice for lunch or dinner..

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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 5511 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 98 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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