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Sundance The Steakhouse, Palo Alto, CA

Sundance The Steakhouse

4.8
4.8
5503 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 78 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Great for fine wines
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 5,503 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 "classic steakhouse vibe" with consistently excellent food and service. Regular patrons rave about its "best prime rib," delectable sides, and welcoming ambiance. Perfect for special occasions or a romantic night out, the restaurant's attentive staff ensures a memorable dining experience. While occasional missteps are noted, the overall experience remains highly recommended.

5,504 Reviews
  1. Chip

    VIP

    Tahoe

    33 reviews

    5.0

    33 reviews

    Dined today

    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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  2. OpenTable Diner

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    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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  3. Sam

    VIP

    San Francisco

    44 reviews

    5.0

    44 reviews

    Dined 2 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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  4. LaVonne

    San Francisco

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    excellent filet minion excellent attentive service. seating selection honored.

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  5. Dave

    San Francisco

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Was there for a very special anniversary dinner. Originally was taken to a table crowded between many other tables and a very noisy part of the restaurant. I was surprised a table was placed there because it was not easy to walk between the tables to get to this table. The hostess saw our shocked faces for the table and quickly took us to another table in a quieter part of the restaurant where a there was no worry of backing a chair into another party. We’ve sat at better tables in the past, more private, but this was ok.

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  6. evi

    VIP

    San Francisco

    49 reviews

    2.0

    49 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    I was looking forward to dine at this renowned restaurant in Palo Alto only to be disappointed by average food and a very limited menu. The restaurant has a mix of nostalgia and personal stories that make it very interesting and inviting. The food was nothing to talk about or a reason to go back. Tasteless appetisers a lot of broccoli and carrots as part of your entree and a few other dishes that were not appealing. The restaurant is expensive, I wish the food would do justice to the expectations.

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  7. David

    San Francisco

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    As is always the case, our dinner last night at Sundance was exceptional!!

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  8. Mike

    San Francisco

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Fantastic food & service overall. We LOVE Sundance!!!

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  9. Robb

    VIP

    San Francisco

    18 reviews

    5.0

    18 reviews

    Dined on January 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was in the bar area for lunch . Food and service was outstanding. Thank you

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  10. Jordan

    VIP

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    5.0

    17 reviews

    Dined on December 31, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place, they never disappoint. Prime rib is always my go to. Drinks are always great

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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 5503 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 78 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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