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Carvers Steaks & Chops, San Diego, CA

Carvers Steaks & Chops

4.7
4.7
2879 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steak

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Welcome to Carvers Steaks and Chops - a San Diego restaurant committed to the tradition of the big-city steakhouse without the big-city price or the big-city drive.

Located in the community of Rancho Bernardo, Carvers is the perfect destination for whatever mood you're in. Whether it's stopping in to enjoy a hand-shaken martini after work or bringing the family in to sample some of our award-winning prime rib, choice steaks, seafood options, and meals for the kids, we will cater to your every need.

Visit us and experience our array of dining options, live entertainment, and top-notch service. Carvers Steaks & Chops - voted North San Diego County's Finest Steakhouse twenty two years running.

Order delivery or takeout

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 16:00–20:30
  • Phone number
    (858) 485-1262
  • Website
    http://carverssteak.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Cisneros
  • Catering
    Traditional buckboard catering with items cooked over red oak, our classic items prepared in house, and served on site.
  • Private party facilities
    Two private dining rooms available holding up to 38 and 70 guests each.
  • Location
    11940 Bernardo Plaza Dr, San Diego, CA 92128
  • Area
    Poway / Rancho Bernardo
  • Cross Street
    Bernardo Center Dr & Bernardo Plaza Dr
  • Parking details
    Wrap around parking with additional parking available in the nearby shopping center.
  • Entertainment
    Classic Rock and Roll every Friday and Saturday evening in our lounge (8pm-12am). Small dance floor.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Main

  • Gooey Brownie a la ModeUS$7.95

    A rich Chocolate Flourless Brownie served warm & topped with vanilla bean ice cream

    • Mississippi Mudd PieUS$7.95

      Oreo cookie crumbs, coffee ice cream, and a thin layer of fudge and slivered almonds

      • Crème BruleeUS$7.95

        Fresh vanilla custard topped with caramelized sugar-in-the-raw

        • Apple Cinnamon Bread PuddingUS$6.50

          Bread mixed with custard and sliced apples. Baked to perfection and served with powdered sugar and caramel sauce

          • White Chocolate Raspberry CheesecakeUS$7.95

            Sweet cream cheese with white chocolate, with raspberry puree in a graham cracker crust

            • Creamy Ice CreamUS$5.95

              Rich, creamy ice cream; chocolate, salted caramel, or vanilla bean. Served plain or topped with fudge, caramel, or raspberry glace

              • SorbetUS$5.50

                Flavor varies from week to week. Please ask your server

                Last updated: 29 August 2023

                What 2,879 people are saying

                Overall ratings and reviews

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

                4.7
                4.7 based on recent ratings
                • 4.7Food
                • 4.8Service
                • 4.6Ambience
                • 4.6Value

                Noise • Moderate

                Loved For

                • San Diego

                  Steak

                • North San Diego

                  Best Value

                • North San Diego

                  Steak

                Review summary

                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                Carvers Steaks & Chops is a cherished gem in San Diego, known for its "excellent steaks" and "wonderful service." This cozy, old-school steakhouse is perfect for special occasions, offering a diverse menu with standout dishes like Whiskey Peppercorn steaks. With a "fabulous" happy hour and reasonable pricing, it never disappoints.

                2,879 Reviews

                1. OpenTable Diner

                  Minneapolis

                  1 review

                  5.0

                  1 review

                  Dined 1 day ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  What a fantastic evening through and through. On Thanksgiving night and they didn’t miss a beat. Food was great, service was even better and just a great way to finish off the holiday! Thank you for the wonderful experience

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                2. Gary

                  San Diego

                  5 reviews

                  vip
                  5.0

                  5 reviews

                  Dined 1 day ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Great Food and Experience as always! Staff always friendly and food quality is amazing!

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                3. Larry

                  San Diego

                  8 reviews

                  5.0

                  8 reviews

                  Dined 1 day ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  The food and service was great. A little noise. The price was a little high for what you get but it was Thanksgiving. It’s our go to place for Thanksgiving.

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                4. Patrick

                  San Diego

                  12 reviews

                  5.0

                  12 reviews

                  Dined 2 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  We had the Thanksgiving Turkey meal. Everything was tasty including turkey, dressing mashed potatoes, and cranberries. The bean side dish was outstanding. I had the French Onion soup, and again outstanding. And a couple of glasses of bubbly added to the enjoyment.

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                5. jeannie

                  San Diego

                  4 reviews

                  5.0

                  4 reviews

                  Dined 2 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 4
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 4
                  Well done Holiday meal. Reasonable prices and excellent service.

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                6. Pat

                  San Diego

                  1 review

                  3.0

                  1 review

                  Dined 2 days ago

                  1. Overall 3
                  2. Food 2
                  3. Service 4
                  4. Ambience 2
                  We hadn’t been to Carver’s in years and it was always excellent. Unfortunately our Thanksgiving meal was mediocre. The prime rib was chewy and the turkey was dry. Disliked the walnut halves in the dressing. Very average meal for $39!

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                7. Patricia

                  San Diego

                  12 reviews

                  4.0

                  12 reviews

                  Dined 2 days ago

                  1. Overall 4
                  2. Food 4
                  3. Service 3
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Everything was as good as usual, but they seemed understaffed for the night before Thanksgiving. Our server was so busy that my laser glass of champagne came after everyone had finished their desserts and had to wait for me. Poor timing

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                8. Debby

                  San Diego

                  6 reviews

                  5.0

                  6 reviews

                  Dined 2 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Amazing food and excellent service. It’s our go to place every few months.

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                9. Sue

                  Denver

                  19 reviews

                  5.0

                  19 reviews

                  Dined 3 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Our dinning experience was great. From the moment the host took us to our table to the end of our meal everyone was friendly and welcoming. The food was served exactly as we order it and it was delicious. We had the spinach salad, bread, filet mignon and potato au gratin.

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                10. Lynn

                  San Diego

                  40 reviews

                  vip
                  5.0

                  40 reviews

                  Dined 5 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  This is our favorite restaurant and it’s excellent every single time we go!! Love it!!👏👏👏

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                FAQs

                Carvers Steaks & Chops offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 485-1262.

                Carvers Steaks & Chops is rated 4.7 stars by 2879 OpenTable diners.

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

                Make a booking

                2 people
                19:00
                Booked 29 times today

                Order delivery or takeout

                Google Map for Carvers Steaks & Chops

                11940 Bernardo Plaza Dr, San Diego, CA 92128

                Additional information

                • Cross Street
                  Bernardo Center Dr & Bernardo Plaza Dr
                • Area
                  Poway / Rancho Bernardo
                • Hours of Operation
                  Dinner Tue–Sun 16:00–20:30
                • Price
                  $31 to $50
                • Cuisines
                  Steak, Seafood, American
                • Dining style
                  Casual Elegant
                • Dress code
                  Casual Dress
                • Parking details
                  Wrap around parking with additional parking available in the nearby shopping center.
                • Payment Options
                  AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                • Executive Chef
                  Victor Cisneros
                • Entertainment
                  Classic Rock and Roll every Friday and Saturday evening in our lounge (8pm-12am). Small dance floor.
                • Additional
                  Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                • Website
                  http://carverssteak.com/
                • Phone number
                  (858) 485-1262
                • Catering
                  Traditional buckboard catering with items cooked over red oak, our classic items prepared in house, and served on site.
                • Private party facilities
                  Two private dining rooms available holding up to 38 and 70 guests each.

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