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Sundance The Steakhouse, Palo Alto, CA

Sundance The Steakhouse

4.8
4.8
5588 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
19:00
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Good for business meals
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 11:30–14:00 Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–21:30
  • 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.
  • Area
    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, Takeaway, Vegan, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 5,588 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 celebrated for its "excellent" prime rib, "fantastic" service, and a cozy, old-school ambiance. Diners regularly highlight the "amazing" food, including standout dishes like filet mignon and the "delicious" mud pie. The steakhouse is a favorite for both special occasions and regular dining, offering a memorable experience with "friendly" and attentive staff.

5,588 Reviews
  1. Ernest VIP

    San Francisco51 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Server and food delivered in a timely pace to enjoy the items ordered.

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  2. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had such a wonderful time! The food was excellent, the prices were reasonable, and everyone in our group was completely satisfied. We were especially impressed by the attention to detail in the service—it truly made our experience special. I feel bad for not remembering our server’s name, but please pass along our sincere thanks!

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  3. Julio

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best place for a business lunch! Highly recommend the ambient and specially the food.

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was awesome, ambiance was great, traditional and historical flair

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  5. Karie VIP

    San Francisco17 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    From start to finish, a top notch experience all the way. Food was delicious and the service was impeccable.

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  6. Carmen VIP

    San Francisco18 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Have at Sundance several times. ALWAYS excellent food & service. And the ambiance is wonderful. It’s always a wonderful experience coming to Sundance. Clearly the best steakhouses in the area! And they’ve been doing this for 50 years!!

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  7. Bob VIP

    San Francisco46 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    Great resaurant! We eat there monthly. Last two visits my prime rib was the 12 oz, it wasn't 12, and 5 oz was pure grissley non chewable stuff. The waiter looked at my pile of trimmings and didn't say anything knowing I had asked for the piece to be lean. If I order this again I will ask for a replacement. We truly love this restaurant. I must just be unlucky.

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  8. whiteeve

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had a great time for my daughter’s birthday. This is our first time visit and much better than expected. We will definitely visit again.

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  9. Cindy VIP

    San Francisco70 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sundance is a unique experience in this day and age. They have been around for many years and continue to have amazing food and service. We always enjoy eating there and the prime rib sandwich is to die for!

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  10. Dan VIP

    San Francisco10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 5 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service from Michelle in the bar is phenomenal. Best oysters, calamari, and prime rib in the US!

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FAQs

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

Sundance The Steakhouse is rated 4.8 stars by 5588 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

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for Sundance The Steakhouse

1921 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Stanford Ave.
  • Area
    Palo Alto
  • Hours of Operation
    Lunch Tue–Fri 11:30–14:00 Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 16:30–21:00 Fri, Sat 16:30–21:30
  • 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, Takeaway, 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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