Dawson's Steakhouse
4.6
1853 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse
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2 people
3 Mar 2025
19:00
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Experiences are available.
- Good for special occasions
- Fancy
- Great for creative cocktails
Private dining
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Additional information
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Price$50 and over
- CuisinesSteakhouse, Wine Bar, Farm-to-table
- Hours of OperationDinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:30
- Phone number(916) 321-3600 ext. 0
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- Executive ChefAlexis Gutierrez
- Private party facilitiesOur private/semi-private upper area of Dawson's restaurant can be curtained off and accommodates up to 14 guests comfortably. In our Vines restaurant located next to Dawson's we do offer private dining for up to 40 guests. Please call the restaurant for more information.
- Private party contactJordan Krishna: (916) 321-3606
- AreaSacramento
- Cross Street12th and L Street
- Parking detailsComplimentary 3 hour self parking with ticket validation and $5 valet parking with validation.
- Public transitHalf block away from the K and 12th Lightrail station
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
Experiences
Far Niente Wine Dinner
US$175.00 per person
25 Apr 2025 onlySip and savor outstanding wines from Far Niente, paired with a regionally inspired five course dinner on Friday, April 25th. Guests will be seated at large communal tables with other guests for the dining experience. Representatives from the winery and Chef's culinary team will walk guests through the wine pairing process, menu writing process, cooking techniques, and also cover the wine making philosophy behind the featured winery. Seating is limited. $175 per person. Valet parking is complimentary. Advanced notice on any dietary restrictions required for accommodation. Reception with hors d'oeuvres and sparkling wine begins at 6:30 PM.
Hall Wine Dinner
US$175.00 per person
7 Nov 2025 onlySip and savor outstanding wines from Hall, paired with a regionally inspired five course dinner on Friday, November 7th. Guests will be seated at large communal tables with other guests for the dining experience. Representatives from the winery and Chef's culinary team will walk guests through the wine pairing process, menu writing process, cooking techniques, and also cover the wine making philosophy behind the featured winery. Seating is limited. $175 per person. Valet parking is complimentary. Advanced notice on any dietary restrictions required for accommodation. Reception with hors d'oeuvres and sparkling wine begins at 6:30 PM.
Silver Oak Wine Dinner
US$175.00 per person
11 Jul 2025 onlySip and savor outstanding wines from Silver Oak, paired with a regionally inspired five course dinner on Friday, July 11th. Guests will be seated at large communal tables with other guests for the dining experience. Representatives from the winery and Chef's culinary team will walk guests through the wine pairing process, menu writing process, cooking techniques, and also cover the wine making philosophy behind the featured winery. Seating is limited. $175 per person. Valet parking is complimentary. Advanced notice on any dietary restrictions required for accommodation. Reception with hors d'oeuvres and sparkling wine begins at 6:30 PM.
What 1,853 people are saying
Overall ratings and reviews
Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant
4.6
- 4.6Food
- 4.7Service
- 4.7Ambience
- 4.3Value
Noise • Moderate
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Sacramento / Sacramento Valley
Steakhouse
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Steakhouse
Review summary
AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Dawson's Steakhouse impresses with its "excellent service," "great food," and "wonderful ambiance." The restaurant's inviting atmosphere and attentive staff make it a favorite for special occasions. Diners rave about the flavorful steaks and the expertly paired wine selections. Despite some mixed experiences, many patrons eagerly recommend Dawson's for a memorable dining experience.
1,853 Reviews
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Susan
VIPSacramento
87 reviews
5.087 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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John
VIPSan Francisco
14 reviews
5.014 reviews
Dined on 22 February 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Karen
Sacramento
1 review
4.01 review
Dined on 21 February 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 2
- Ambience 4
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Michael
VIPSacramento
77 reviews
2.077 reviews
Dined on 20 February 2025
- Overall 2
- Food 2
- Service 2
- Ambience 2
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Bobby
VIPTahoe
6 reviews
5.06 reviews
Dined on 20 February 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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James
Tahoe
2 reviews
4.02 reviews
Dined on 20 February 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 4
- Service 4
- Ambience 4
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Jenifer
Sacramento
6 reviews
5.06 reviews
Dined on 16 February 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 4
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Gina
VIPSacramento
2 reviews
5.02 reviews
Dined on 16 February 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Wesley
Central Coast
4 reviews
4.04 reviews
Dined on 15 February 2025
- Overall 4
- Food 3
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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Byron
VIPTahoe
24 reviews
5.024 reviews
Dined on 15 February 2025
- Overall 5
- Food 5
- Service 5
- Ambience 5
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FAQs
Dawson's Steakhouse offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (916) 321-3600 ext. 0.
Dawson's Steakhouse is rated 4.6 stars by 1853 OpenTable diners.
Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.
Make a booking
2 people
3 Mar 2025
19:00
Select a time
Experiences are available.
Order delivery or takeout
1209 L Street, Sacramento, CA 95814
Additional information
- Cross Street12th and L Street
- AreaSacramento
- Hours of OperationDinner Tue–Sat 17:00–21:30
- Price$50 and over
- CuisinesSteakhouse, Wine Bar, Farm-to-table
- Dining styleCasual Elegant
- Dress codeBusiness Casual
- Parking detailsComplimentary 3 hour self parking with ticket validation and $5 valet parking with validation.
- Public transitHalf block away from the K and 12th Lightrail station
- Payment OptionsAMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
- Executive ChefAlexis Gutierrez
- AdditionalBar/Lounge, Beer, Chef's Table, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Non-Smoking, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
- Phone number(916) 321-3600 ext. 0
- Private party facilitiesOur private/semi-private upper area of Dawson's restaurant can be curtained off and accommodates up to 14 guests comfortably. In our Vines restaurant located next to Dawson's we do offer private dining for up to 40 guests. Please call the restaurant for more information.
- Private party contactJordan Krishna: (916) 321-3606