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Sundance The Steakhouse, Palo Alto, CA

Sundance The Steakhouse

4.8
4.8
5602 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
  • 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.
  • Delivery & takeout
  • 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 5,602 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 a "fantastic dining experience" with "delicious food" and "excellent service." Known for its prime rib, "Chilean Sea Bass" and "lobster bisque," the ambiance is "beautiful and unique," making it perfect for special occasions. Despite some noise complaints, many patrons "love Sundance" and return frequently.
5,602 Reviews
  1. Sonia VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always good. Great steakhouse atmosphere. Expensive, but worth it.

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  2. Cherie

    San Francisco26 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything worked out well, Everyone enjoyed their food - no complaints!! The complimentary dessert for the birthday was amazing,

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  3. Peter

    San Francisco3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were there for a special occasion and the staff made us feel the love. The drinks were the best I've ever had; the perfect Vodka Martini. Food was amazing! Overall it was even better than our expectations. True classic steakhouse.

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  4. Kevin VIP

    New York City13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    My wife, son and I were excited for dinner at Sundance. Unfortunately, it was only okay. The service started slow waiting about 10 minutes for our drink order and did not improve much. The fried calamari was cooked well, but was oily. My wife’s NY strip was very good, but my son’s double-cut filet was rare when he requested medium. The server took the plate and they recooked the same piece. For $75 I expected better. My prime rib was very good.

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  5. william VIP

    San Francisco15 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was Michelle and she was knowledgeable and very professional. Attentive but not overly so. The bar service was very quick with our cocktails. We love the Sundance.

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  6. John

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always my go to place for a special occasion for a great steak or prime rib. Great service, amazing food and super ambiance. Nothing but good things to say!

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  7. Derinda

    San Francisco1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Outstanding Chilean Sea Bass. Great espresso martini. Very nice ambiance and low noise level. Perfect low level background music. Excellent service. The entire experience exceeded my expectations.

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  8. Robb VIP

    San Francisco25 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My wife and I had lunch in the bar area the food and service was amazing. Thank you for a great lunch

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  9. LisaB VIP

    Phoenix23 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 24 March 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service were both good. I enjoyed my sea bass and my dining companions enjoyed the prime rib. My only gripe is that my special occasion request was not acknowledged. Please don’t ask for occasion or special request if you aren’t going to acknowledge it.

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  10. Yvonne VIP

    San Francisco11 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 24 March 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Sundance never disappoints! Delicious food, great service, beautiful ambiance, what more can one ask for?!

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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 5602 OpenTable diners.

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

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2 people
19:00
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
  • Delivery & takeout
  • Phone number
  • 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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