Hunter Steakhouse - Oceanside

Name: Hunter Steakhouse - Oceanside
Address: 1221 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA, United States, 92054
Telephone: (760) 433-2633
Price range: $30 and under
Rating: 4.4

4.4

777 Reviews

$30 and under

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Welcome to Hunter Steakhouse "serving the best Prime Rib in Town". We embrace our 40 year tradition as a classic steakhouse while continually renewing our commitment to small town hospitality. whether you visit us in the heart of Mission Valley or the City of Oceanside, our staff looks forward to serving you with a smile. We know that you'll find our award winning Prime Rib, hand carved steaks and chops, fresh seafood, and many other home made dishes to your liking. From our table side salad bar to our home made soups and sauces we take a great deal of pride in offering you only the freshest ingredients. We're truly honored to have you as our guests. You're family, You're invited.

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 18, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(760) 433-2633

Additional information

Dining style
Casual Dining
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Steak
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 9:30 am–1:30 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–9:30 pm
Phone number
(760) 433-2633
Website
http://www.huntersteakhouse.com/
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Dress code
Casual Dress
Catering
Whether it's a small intimate gathering or a large corporate event off site, Hunter Steakhouse catering will assist in making your celebration memorable. Choose from an array of menu options including our traditional "Santa Maria Style" BBQ. This very popular choice consists of tri-tip sirloin and & chicken slowly cooked over red oak on one of our old fashioned buckboard barbecue pits. If you can imagine it we can create it. If you would prefer to build your own menu, we would be happy to accommodate any requests you make. Hunter Steakhouse looks forward to serving you.
Private party facilities
Our unique "log cabin" inspired buildings allow us to have a wide selection of different rooms and options for your next large gathering. From small to large parties we have an abundance of different private rooms available to host your next great event. Let us help you make your next dinner party memorable.
Private party contact
Janell Roberts: (760) 433-2633

Location
1221 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92054
Neighborhood
Oceanside
Cross street
Stewart St.
Parking details
Our lot is directly in front of the restaurant as well as on the East side of the restaurant.
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Popular dishes

New England Clam Chowder$5.00
Soup of the Day$4.00
Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms$11.00
lump crabmeat stuffing, topped with Monterey Jack cheese
Hot & Spicy Shrimp$14.00
a half dozen large shrimp sautéed in Cajun pepper sauce with garlic toast
Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$11.00
with cocktail sauce
Ahi$14.00
sushi grade ahi seared with Cajun spices & sesame seeds & served with a wasabi cream sauce
Artichoke Dip$8.00
hearts blended with cream cheese, Parmesan & Monterey Jack, served with toast points
Potato Skins$8.00
crispy skins topped with melted Monterey Jack & Cheddar cheese, bacon bits & scallions
Chipotle Mac & Cheese$10.00
Gruyere & Monterey Jack cheeses with a chipotle adobe sauce
Calamari Fritti$12.00
lightly fried with sweet red peppers & onions, drizzled with ancho chili mayonnaise
Gouda Croquets$8.00
Gouda & Parmesan rolled with shredded potatoes & drizzled with ancho chili sauce
Cajun Lamb Chops$15.00
four chops dusted with Cajun spice and grilled
Appetizer Sampler$13.00
lump crabmeat-stuffed mushrooms, potato skins & calamari
Hunter Trio$14.00
skewers of BBQ chicken, tender teriyaki steak and grilled shrimp

Salads

House Spinach, Caesar, or Tossed Greens$6.00
Soup & Salad$9.00
bowl of our soup of the day with your choice of Spinach, Caesar or Tossed Greens
Spinach with Smoked Turkey$11.00
spinach tossed with honey mustard, apples, almonds, & cranberries
Oriental Chicken$13.00
greens tossed with carrots, peanuts, red peppers, wontons & Thai peanut dressing
Traditional Cobb$13.00
grilled chicken, bacon, Bleu cheese, egg, scallions & tomatoes
Crispy Chicken$12.00
fried chicken tenders with chilled greens, tomatoes, carrots & hardboiled egg
Southwest Chicken$13.00
greens tossed in zesty ranch, with blackened chicken, wontons & a corn salsa
Caesar$10.00
crisp romaine tossed with Caesar dressing & croutons, topped with Parmesan cheese
- With Grilled Chicken$13.00
- With Grilled Beef Tenderloin Tips$14.00
- With Grilled Shrimp$14.00
- With Grilled Salmon$15.00
Ahi$15.00
spring mix tossed with cucumber ribbons, shredded carrots & our orange teriyaki dressing

Sandwiches

Sandwiches come with your choice of French fries or homemade coleslaw

Sirloin Burger$10.00
Half pound fresh ground sirloin with lettuce, tomato, red onion & pickle. Toppings: Cheddar, Jack, Swiss, or Bleu, mushrooms, sautéed onions, BBQ sauce or bacon
Prime Rib French Dip$13.00
thinly sliced, stacked on a French roll, with Swiss cheese & sautéed onions
Steakhouse Club$12.00
toasted bread stacked with prime rib, turkey, bacon, lettuce, tomato & cheese
Smoked Turkey Reuben$11.00
sliced turkey, Swiss cheese & coleslaw on grilled rye bread
Prime Rib$16.00
served open faced with mushrooms, Monterey Jack & Parmesan cheeses
Smoked Turkey Croissant$9.00
hickory smoked turkey, bacon & Monterey Jack cheese
BBQ Chicken$10.00
flame broiled breast topped with crisp bacon, Monterey Jack & our home made BBQ sauce
Pulled Pork$10.00
stacked high on a Kaiser roll with BBQ or sweet & sour sauce
New York Steak$15.00
NY steak with lettuce, tomatoes, onions & Caesar dressing

Entrees

Served with your choice of Soup du Jour, tossed greens, Caesar or Spinach salad and French fries, Wild rice or Baked potato. We will be happy to prepare any of our hand cut dinner steaks for you. Please as k your server!

Prime Rib
our Prime Rib is an award-winning specialty! The finest Midwestern beef is herb crusted & slow roasted to ensure the most tender Prime Rib available. Served with our unique creamed horseradish and au jus
- Petite Cut$20.00
- Standard Cut$24.00
Forest Mushroom Chicken$14.00
flame broiled chicken with a rich creamy mushroom sauce
Chicken & Broccoli Linguine$13.00
served in a herb cream sauce, with sliced chicken & Parmesan cheese
Beer Battered Shrimp$14.00
five beer battered shrimp fried to a golden brown, served with cocktail sauce
Beef Tips In Whiskey Peppercorn Sauce$13.00
sautéed with mushrooms & onions, on a toasted baguette
Whiskey Peppercorn Top Sirloin$15.00
our tender sirloin served on our whiskey peppercorn sauce
BBQ Baby Back Ribs
fall off the bone tender, glazed with our classic BBQ sauce
- Half Slab$15.00
- Full Slab$23.00
Filet Mignon$23.00
7 ounces of our most tender steak flame broiled to order
Atlantic Salmon$16.00
a lightly seasoned fillet broiled & topped with a hint of garlic

What 777 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.4

4.4 based on recent ratings

4.5Food
4.5Service
4Ambience
4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

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Nator
San Diego
22 reviews
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 2 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
The table side salad bar is super cool. We were all happy with our meals, they were delicious! We will definitely come back again soon!
M
Monty
Phoenix
22 reviews
vip
5.0
22 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall5food4service5ambience5
We always have a great experience when we go to Hunter Steakhouse. Our waiter Laurie did a great job and our steak and prime rib were cooked perfectly.
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Lobo
Orange County
300 reviews
vip
4.0
300 reviews
Dined 3 days ago
overall4food4service5ambience4
Food is always consistent! If you are in the mood for Prime Rib, this is your to-go place. Service excellent.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Las Vegas
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined 4 days ago
overall5food5service5ambience4
Overall good experience and value
LM
LarryM
Los Angeles
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined 4 days ago
overall4food5service5ambience4
Excellent food and service. Parking good, took us right on time at 7:30. Only issue was with the table. It's surfaced felt a little sticky. Table looked clean but felt like it needed a tablecloth. Other than that, everything was excellent.
KL
KLD21
San Francisco
1 review
vip
2.0
1 review
Dined on August 7, 2022
overall2food4service1ambience1
Food was basic, but good. The service was horrible!
OT
OpenTable Diner
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on August 7, 2022
overall3food2service4ambience3
The rooms are somewhat dark and feels old and silverware knives looks disgusting. Our server was very attentive. We had the table salad bar, very good. I had ordered the sirloin steak cooked to medium, it came out well done and was like sawing wood to cut, it was tough and quite a disappointment. My wife had the tritip cooked to medium. It was cooked as requested, very tender with good flavorful. 3 stars and I cannot recommend. First and last visit, very disappointing.
MM
MichaelM
Seattle
22 reviews
4.0
22 reviews
Dined on August 2, 2022
overall4food3service5ambience3
Old style steakhouse! Reasonably priced steaks and other entrees! OK wine list. Pretty solid! Been in biz over 40 years!
RL
RalphL
Orlando
3 reviews
3.0
3 reviews
Dined on July 31, 2022
overall3food3service3ambience2
Very average everything, to be honest. 3rd time here and won't be returning. Not terrible - just no reason to return.
LT
LisaT
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Old school steakhouse that I went to as a child. Had a couple appetizers and we all had different entrees and everything was very good. Steaks were excellent quality, portions good and loved that table side salad bar. Server was attentive despite a full dining room . Wrapped the evening with the famous mud pie so good! Great experience
TB
TennisBuff
Los Angeles
12 reviews
5.0
12 reviews
Dined on July 26, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
All meals were hot and prepared as asked.
KR
KeithR
Hawaii
1 review
3.0
1 review
Dined on July 25, 2022
overall3food5service5ambience3
Unfortuately, there was a large drunk group that probably ruined it for everyone in the resturant because of the unruly group. The staff did nothing to control the loud noise, we were very disappointed with the amount of alcohol they were allowed to consume. Been years since we visited and won't be back in the near future, disappointed..
BI
BILLO
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We have been telling all our friends and neighbors Abut your restaurant. The food was wonderful. We have eaten there before and it just gets better and better. Thank you and our waitress for making our 64th Anniversary an evening to remember'
RM
RichardM
San Diego
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience5
I love the relaxed feel of this place – like a comfortable dining room in a friends home. I definitely would return to try more dishes.
OT
OpenTable Diner
Los Angeles
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 16, 2022
overall5food4service5ambience4
It was good.. not bad for the price
RC
RogerC
Los Angeles
5 reviews
4.0
5 reviews
Dined on July 13, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience4
The food was great. Drinks were standard but pricey. It may have just been our server but it appeared she was bored and didn't want to be there. We had to ask for bread...knife..and at the end a bag to carry out leftovers. It kind of given us a chill on a special night we were celebrating. Had much better experience at the Hunters in Bakersfield.
AW
AllanW
Denver
8 reviews
5.0
8 reviews
Dined on July 9, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We were visiting the area and had a few awkward meals at open table reserved restaurants. This was a highlight of the trip.
LD
LocalDiner
Orlando
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on July 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Love this restaurant! I’ve been here tons of times and I’ve never had a bad meal! Jeanine is a great server! Champagne Brunch is my absolute favorite!
OT
OpenTable Diner
Hawaii
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on July 3, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Great service, great food and great value! Must check out if in the area!
R
Ringo
San Diego
50 reviews
5.0
50 reviews
Dined on July 1, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
What a surprise. The food was excellent and the service matched! The music was low so you could actually talk without having to scream! It was everything a old school steakhouse should be and more!
M
Maggie
San Diego
45 reviews
5.0
45 reviews
Dined on June 23, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Hunters is a great place to eat. Food is always good, service is good. Been going there for years.
T
Todd
San Diego
2 reviews
5.0
2 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Fairly large party of 7 was handled quite efficiently. Took us in early, table set fine and waitress was friendly, professional and efficient. Thanks Hunter!
OL
OliviaL
Central Coast
1 review
1.0
1 review
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
We showed for our 1:30 pm reservation and we’re seated. No one came to take our drink orders after being there for 45 minutes. There were servers at tables seated after us. It was a real bummer. My husbands Father’s Day meal was not had due to everywhere else being packed. Which is why I made a reservation to begin with. I understand it being a holiday but watching servers at tables around us after we had been seated prior to them proved it was not about the busyness and more so about the staff not acknowledging our party. Real bummer
KB
KB22
San Diego
17 reviews
4.0
17 reviews
Dined on June 19, 2022
overall4food4service4ambience4
We went for Father’s Day. It had a nice steakhouse feeling and the service was good. We did go earlier than we usually do. We will definitely go back for future celebrations. All of the staff was friendly. The food service was prompt and we did not wait long for a table.
K
Kathy
San Diego
34 reviews
vip
1.0
34 reviews
Dined on June 17, 2022
overall1food1service1ambience1
We had a reservation. We were seated shortly after arriving by a pleasant hostess. We waited 15 minutes without seeing a server, or a bus boy. Not even a glass of water. We got up and left, and no employee even cared. Another guest who noticed, said “sorry.” The restaurant is very dark and dated, and obviously doesn’t care about customer service.
HB
HarveyB
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on June 11, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience3
Very good food. Best calamari I ever had. I will be back.
CC
CarolC
San Diego
3 reviews
5.0
3 reviews
Dined on June 2, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We had a wonderful birthday dinner for my brother. This is always the place to go for both our birthdays. Our waitress Jeanine was so good to us. Always serving all our requests quickly and exactly what we wanted. I want to come back for my birthday Sept 4th. We love this place so much and so glad they are back to normal after pandemic. Thank you Hunter!!
SF
StevenF
New York Area
34 reviews
vip
5.0
34 reviews
Dined on May 27, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Superb salads served table side. Excellent steaks. Reasonable prices.
KT
KathleenT
Central Coast
10 reviews
5.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 24, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
We arrived about an hour early but they were so accommodating! The waitress was great the service stellar and the prime rib perfect! We have found a new favorite:)
BE
BonnieE
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 21, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Was great but the noise was up a little a baby crying but food was wonderful and the price was good. Will come back.
O
Olivia
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 20, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Great food! Wonderful staff! I would recommend to all of my family and friends! Salad is my absolute favorite there!
SM
ShannonM
San Diego
20 reviews
vip
5.0
20 reviews
Dined on May 17, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Both of our steaks were cooked perfectly. Our server Kristin was very friendly and hustled for all her tables. We will go back soon.
A
Annie
San Diego
11 reviews
5.0
11 reviews
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
We keep coming back - what does that tell you? I love the Old English atmosphere and setting. It's great for special occassions as well a a nice evening out. We usually sit in the dining room but the bar is fun for lunch or a quick dinner. Lately, we've been going for brunch on Sunday - Outstanding. Not a buffet - which is what I like as buffets make me eat way too much. It's very reasonable too. I highly recommend the Hunter. Oh! I love their tqbleside saladbar.
MC
MichaelC
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on May 15, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience4
Rib eye and shrimp were great. Service was great. Would have been perfect if I hadn't had to listen to some jerk, 40 foot from my table, run his mouth for the first 40 minutes.It was like he was sitting in the booth next to mine.
M
Mark
Las Vegas
10 reviews
3.0
10 reviews
Dined on May 13, 2022
overall3food3service5ambience3
Tenderloin steak was not so tender. Service was great. Place smells like an old museum. Prices were great but we would not go back.
T
Tommy
San Diego
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 12, 2022
overall4food5service3ambience3
The food was great. It's one of my favorite places for lunch. It was my brother's birthday. Unfortunately the service was a bit lacking. We had to ask for bread. We ordered sauteed mushrooms. Had to request them several times. I'll be back, but when you spend $200 on a meal you expect a little better.
M
Maggie
San Diego
46 reviews
5.0
46 reviews
Dined on May 5, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Always a great place to eat. We have been going here for years.
D
Delmartian
Minneapolis
2 reviews
4.0
2 reviews
Dined on May 4, 2022
overall4food5service5ambience3
Old fashioned cozy place. Great place for a classic steak.
SJ
SueJ
New Mexico
57 reviews
vip
5.0
57 reviews
Dined on April 30, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
It’s been 3 years since our last visit here. We have always enjoyed the good food and service here. Jeanine was our server and we appreciated her knowledge of the menu and Sufi. Great prime rib, etc.
OT
OpenTable Diner
San Diego
1 review
5.0
1 review
Dined on April 28, 2022
overall5food5service5ambience5
Very wonderful experience. Food was incredible and server was very attentive. Definitely will be back

Safety precautions

Cleaning & sanitizing
- Surfaces sanitized between seatings
- Digital, disposable or sanitized menu provided
- Common areas deep-cleaned daily
- Sanitizer or wipes provided for customers
Physical distancing
- Limited number of seated diners
- Distancing maintained in common areas
- Extra space between tables

Protective equipment
- Waitstaff wear masks
- Diners must wear masks unless eating or drinking
Screening
- Sick staff prohibited in the workplace

FAQs

Hunter Steakhouse - Oceanside offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (760) 433-2633.

Hunter Steakhouse - Oceanside is rated 4.4 stars by 777 OpenTable diners.

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

Make a reservation

Party Size

2 people

DateTime

Aug 18, 2022

7:00 PM

Booked 8 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

(760) 433-2633

Google Map for Hunter Steakhouse - Oceanside

1221 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92054

Additional information

Cross street
Stewart St.
Neighborhood
Oceanside
Hours of operation
Brunch Sun 9:30 am–1:30 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–9:30 pm
Cuisines
Steakhouse, Steak
Dining style
Casual Dining
Dress code
Casual Dress
Parking details
Our lot is directly in front of the restaurant as well as on the East side of the restaurant.
Payment options
AMEX, Discover, MasterCard, Visa
Additional
Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

Website
http://www.huntersteakhouse.com/
Phone number
(760) 433-2633
Catering
Whether it's a small intimate gathering or a large corporate event off site, Hunter Steakhouse catering will assist in making your celebration memorable. Choose from an array of menu options including our traditional "Santa Maria Style" BBQ. This very popular choice consists of tri-tip sirloin and & chicken slowly cooked over red oak on one of our old fashioned buckboard barbecue pits. If you can imagine it we can create it. If you would prefer to build your own menu, we would be happy to accommodate any requests you make. Hunter Steakhouse looks forward to serving you.
Private party facilities
Our unique "log cabin" inspired buildings allow us to have a wide selection of different rooms and options for your next large gathering. From small to large parties we have an abundance of different private rooms available to host your next great event. Let us help you make your next dinner party memorable.
Private party contact
Janell Roberts: (760) 433-2633

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Hunter Steakhouse - Oceanside

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Order delivery or takeout

Takeout

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Prime Rib

Steak Neil

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Starters

New England Clam Chowder$5.00

Soup of the Day$4.00

Crab-Stuffed Mushrooms$11.00

Hot & Spicy Shrimp$14.00

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail$11.00

Ahi$14.00

Artichoke Dip$8.00

Potato Skins$8.00

Chipotle Mac & Cheese$10.00

Calamari Fritti$12.00

Gouda Croquets$8.00

Cajun Lamb Chops$15.00

Appetizer Sampler$13.00

Hunter Trio$14.00

Salads

House Spinach, Caesar, or Tossed Greens$6.00

Soup & Salad$9.00

Spinach with Smoked Turkey$11.00

Oriental Chicken$13.00

Traditional Cobb$13.00

Crispy Chicken$12.00

Southwest Chicken$13.00

Caesar$10.00

Ahi$15.00

Sandwiches

Sirloin Burger$10.00

Prime Rib French Dip$13.00

Steakhouse Club$12.00

Smoked Turkey Reuben$11.00

Prime Rib$16.00

Smoked Turkey Croissant$9.00

BBQ Chicken$10.00

Pulled Pork$10.00

New York Steak$15.00

Entrees

Prime Rib

Forest Mushroom Chicken$14.00

Chicken & Broccoli Linguine$13.00

Beer Battered Shrimp$14.00

Beef Tips In Whiskey Peppercorn Sauce$13.00

Whiskey Peppercorn Top Sirloin$15.00

BBQ Baby Back Ribs

Filet Mignon$23.00

Atlantic Salmon$16.00

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