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Address:
42072 5th Street, 3rd Floor
Temecula, CA 92590

Neighborhood:
Temecula

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Cuisine:
Steakhouse

Price: $30 and under

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The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon Details

Dining Style: Casual Elegant
Website: http://wwww.thegamblingcowboy.com
Email: info@thegamblingcowboy.com
Phone: (951) 699-2895
Hours of Operation: Dinner Tuesday thru Thursday 4-9pm

Friday, Saturday 4-10pm

Sunday 5-9pm

Lunch Friday, Saturday and Sunday 9am-3pm

Breakfast Saturday and Sunday 9am-3pm

Happy Hour Everyday 3-6pm

Closed Mondays
Payment Options: AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Cuisine: Steakhouse, Seafood
Executive Chef: Domonic Sanchez
Dress Code: Smart Casual
Accepts Walk-Ins: Yes
Additional Details: Bar Dining, Beer, Entertainment, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Late Night, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Personal wines welcome (corkage fee applies), Private Room, Smoking Area, Takeout, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine, Wine Bar
Private Party Contact: Rene Ehmcke (951) 699-2895
Entertainment: Now Playing; Guitarist Tim Cash, John Fotlz, Accoustic Groove, The Classics from Izon Eden and Accoustified

Getting there

Cross Street: Front Street
Parking: Private Lot

A word from The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon

The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon, located in the heart of Old Town Temecula, brings a new standard to local fine dining. Expansive views from our third floor deck and elegant turn of the century setting offer an intimate and inviting atmosphere. Our Classic Steak and Seafood menu features… only the highest quality aged Midwestern corn-fed beef along with many other sumptuous selections. We offer an impressive wine list featuring vintages from many local wineries and from the finest regions of the world. Join us for Happy Hour Tuesday through Thursdays from 3-close and Friday through Sundays from 3-6pm. Our bar features Premium Spirits, Draft Beer, Fine Wine and mouthwatering appetizers. Enjoy live music every Friday, Saturday and Sunday Nights..
1$ an ounce Prime Rib on Sundays 3-until supplies last. Join us for a casually sophisticated Breakfast, lunch or a romantic dinner and enjoy a truly distinctive dining experience! Reservations Highly Recommended Friday-Sunday. Continued

The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon

3.9

63 $30 and under restaurant

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56 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

56 Current Reviews

Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews

Overall

(Outstanding) 4 / 5

Food

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 3.7 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 3.8 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Diners classify this restaurant as:

special occasion(23)
neighborhood gem(21)
vibrant bar scene(17)

fit for foodies(14)
romantic(12)
notable wine list(10)

Current OpenTable.com Diner Reviews (56)

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Place, you'll consider

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/13/2012

2012

Dined on 04/13/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great Place, you'll consider it a great find that was well worth the effort."

Dined on 04/13/2012

2012

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion, hot spot

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had a wonderful time! Will

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/07/2012

2011

Dined on 04/07/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Had a wonderful time! Will be back ;)"

Dined on 04/07/2012

2011

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Oustanding!!! 5 stars across

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/31/2012

2009

Dined on 03/31/2012

2009

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Oustanding!!! 5 stars across the board. I never bothered to write a review before, but was compelled after receiving such excellent food and service."

Dined on 03/31/2012

2009

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We were a party of four and

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/22/2012

2012

Dined on 03/22/2012

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We were a party of four and have visited this restaurant several times. Outstanding menu, food is prepared very efficiently, service is great and the ambiance is very comfortable. Also well stocked bar and wine cellar."

Dined on 03/22/2012

2012

Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

DON'T miss out on this Temecula gem

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/23/2012

2006

Dined on 03/23/2012

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The ambiance of the restaurant is lovely and theme-oriented. Our cocktails were delicious and generous. We dined at an early hour, so we really can't comment on the "bar scene". My husband and I each enjoyed a uniquely presented and flavorful caesar salad. The bar-b-qued pork ribs were so tender and tasty. While I can't remember the exact name of the dish I LOVED, it is down on our receipt as "Sea Curry", but that is not its name on the menu. It is one of their house specials and is sooooo crazy delicious and LOADED with seafood. Yummy toasted garlic bread was there for dipping into the delectable broth. Portions were HUGE!! We are definitely going to return on our next visit to Temecula."

Dined on 03/23/2012

2006

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem

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Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

If you like steak

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/24/2012

2005

Dined on 03/24/2012

2005

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Odd access on the third floor of a 3 story building...Lobby and elevator not well maintained. Very busy on weekends, had to wait 30 minutes in standing room only bar even though we had a reservation. Service was acceptable but at times absent. Main draw is the steak...on the expensive side but worth it. Chefs first pass on a medium rare rib eye was well done, but second attempt was delicious. Portions are large and easily splitable. Wine list featured many local Temecula wines, none of which are notable."

Dined on 03/24/2012

2005

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups

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Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

We've been here several times.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/18/2012

2009

Dined on 03/18/2012

2009

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We've been here several times. What I like about this place is the live band playing on weekends. However, menu prices are on the high end. Some entrees are delicious some are not. I don't think the food is worth the price though. I've tasted better food at a lower price."

Dined on 03/18/2012

2009

Special Features: great for outdoor dining

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Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

The food was so/so. My friend

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/17/2012

2006

Dined on 03/17/2012

2006

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The food was so/so. My friend returned her steak to the kitchen, it was way too spicy and at no time did the waitress mention that this special was supposed to be spicy. The steaks seemed over priced and my rib eye was a bit rubbery. The drinks and appetizers were great but $15 for two small crab cakes seemed a bit much. The desserts were great as well. The drinks are very over priced."

Dined on 03/17/2012

2006

Special Features: special occasion

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Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

If you love steak...

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/11/2012

2011

Dined on 03/11/2012

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"My hubby and I went here and had a great time so I recommended the is place to my parents. They love steak and had a wonderful time. My dad said it was the nicest dinner he's had in a long time."