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Cowboy Star, San Diego, CA
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Cowboy Star

$50 and over
Steakhouse
640 10th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 58 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Great for fine wines
Located in the heart of the East Village neighborhood of San Diego, Cowboy Star is dedicated to providing an unmatched attention to detail and a level of service that immediately sets us apart. Cowboy Star guests are the number one priority and guest satisfaction is the base upon which our entire concept is built.

Our level of service is only matched by our celebration of regional American heirloom recipes offered with genuine neighborly hospitality. We are committed to supporting local and regional farmers, fishers and producers by cooking food that recaptures the simple and pure tastes found in locally grown, natural and organic ingredients. We strive to raise awareness of a more sustainable food future, while helping to restore a sense of community that brings us back to a more homegrown time.

The Cowboy Star Menu features the finest in select natural products including Niman Ranch all natural beef from the nation's leading Certified Humane Angus herd.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Victor Jimenez

From the OpenTable editors: The award-winning, ride-’em-cowboy digs—hello, indoor fire pits—are one reason to dine at this long-standing East Village steakhouse. But so is the meaty food. Executive chef Victor H. Jimenez serves world-class New American fare like New York-style Hokkaido wagyu (flown in from Japan) and smoked garlic mac and cheese.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Contemporary American
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Cross street
    Market and G Street
  • Parking details
    Street parking is readily available before 6pm. We invite evening dining guests to park in several public lots located within easy walking distance of Cowboy Star. These lots include garage parking located on 7th and Market and a surface lot located a block away from Cowboy Star on the east side of 11th and Market.<br /><br />
  • Public transit
    San Diego Trolley Blue Line and Orange Line: exit "Park and Market"Public Buses 5, 901, and 929 stop half a block from our front door on 10th Avenue.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 4,973 people are saying

Cowboy Star reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.9
4.9 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Steakhouse

  • San Diego

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cowboy Star delights with "world class food" and "outstanding service." A premium steakhouse experience, it offers perfectly cooked steaks and standout sides like mac and cheese and banana pudding. The "fun atmosphere" and attentive staff enhance celebrations with personalized touches. A top choice for a memorable dining experience in San Diego.
4,973 Reviews
  1. Wilson VIP

    Los Angeles5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Sat at the chef’s counter. It’s a well run, clean, drama free kitchen — restaurant was full on a Monday night and they were really pumping out the food. Great staff and management. John the waiter was terrific. Food was impeccable. Amuse buche and a sorbet palate cleanser included in the experience. Overall, a great experience and not at all over-priced.

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  2. Winston

    Philadelphia County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent our server Jon was great would highly recommend.

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  3. Rick

    Las Vegas1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food was fantastic! Steak was perfect. Cowboys music a little loud

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  4. Daysie

    Phoenix / Arizona1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Never disappointed here! Cowboy hits the spot every single time; Savory, Sweet, and delicious!! Steak phenomenal, Banana dessert is to die for! Carrot dish and buttery bread is the perfect pairing.

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  5. Laura

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Everything here we've ever ordered has been delicious! The cocktails are spot on, the ambiance is really a cool, upscale country lodge feel. It's one of our favorite special occasion places to dine. I think it's the best steak you can get!

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  6. Jay VIP

    San Diego94 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This is a great steakhouse with a fun atmosphere, world class food and a very good wait staff. If you are looking for a premium dining experience, choose Cowboy Star.

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  7. Arturo

    Indiana1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was a pleasure all of it! Excellent food, all we needed was more stomach to order more things! We will have to go again and again to try it all🥰

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  8. Brandon VIP

    Washington, D.C. Area11 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great steak and sides. Service was outstanding as well!!

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  9. jeff

    Palm Springs / Palm Desert Cities5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent service outstanding food. None better keep up the good work.

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  10. Carlo VIP

    San Diego13 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 10, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service and ambience were excellent—attentive and well-executed. The restaurant has a strong reputation, and while the atmosphere delivered, the food fell slightly short. The meats were over-seasoned, with too much black pepper overpowering the natural flavor. The A5 wagyu had richness, but lacked depth. Dessert was the highlight. Overall, a good experience, but not quite what I expected at this level.

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 58 times today
Google Map for Cowboy Star

640 10th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Market and G Street
  • Neighborhood
    Downtown
  • Hours of operation
    Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Thu 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Contemporary American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking is readily available before 6pm. We invite evening dining guests to park in several public lots located within easy walking distance of Cowboy Star. These lots include garage parking located on 7th and Market and a surface lot located a block away from Cowboy Star on the east side of 11th and Market.<br /><br />
  • Public transit
    San Diego Trolley Blue Line and Orange Line: exit "Park and Market"Public Buses 5, 901, and 929 stop half a block from our front door on 10th Avenue.
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Chef's Table, Corkage Fee, Counter Seating, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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