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Sundance The Steakhouse, Palo Alto, CA

Sundance The Steakhouse

4.8
4.8
5628 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse
1921 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 45 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Good for business meals
  • Neighborhood gem
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.

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
  • 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
  • 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

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What 5,628 people are saying

Sundance The Steakhouse 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

4.8
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 delivers a "wonderful dining experience" with "amazing food and service." Renowned for its "spectacular prime rib," this Palo Alto landmark offers a "traditional ambiance" with a nostalgic flair. Consistent "excellent service" and "beautiful atmosphere" make it a favorite for celebrations and special occasions.

5,628 Reviews
  1. Kerry

    Unspecified1 review

    4.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Went for my partner’s birthday. We arrived a bit early (-15 minutes before our reservation) but the hostess said our table was ready. The interior was nicely decorated. We passed by luscious booths, and then were unfortunately seated a wobbly 2 person table crammed up against the wall. There were 2 other parties of 2 seated at 4 person tables, so that was bit confusing. But the food and drinks more than made up for the seating. I had the Peartini and it was sweet and refreshing. My partner had the bourbon cocktail and enjoyed the smokiness and tart cherries. He ordered his medium prime rib and garlic mashed potatoes, while I opted for the filet with the Cabernet sauce and the Idaho potato (huge!) We completed the meal with some Chimney Rock Cabernet and it was perfection! They brought out the coffee ice cream mud pie for his birthday dessert. That was the perfect finish to the night.

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  2. Jack VIP

    San Francisco8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have dined here for decades, and we've never been disappointed. The quality is superb, and it is consistently so. Lots of choices from the kitchen, and the servers are great!

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  3. Amanda VIP

    San Francisco4 reviews

    3.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We ordered tempura prawns (it tastes good but not really Japanese style tempura), it looks more like a coconut shrimp but used prawn. Scallops - it tasted a bit too creamy (it can be just not our taste). We also had prime rib and ribeye. Both are a little more cooked than we expected. We had previous experiences with Sundance and loved it.

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  4. Richard

    San Francisco10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The service was excellent due to the attentiveness of the staff. And the food was cooked well.

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  5. peg VIP

    San Francisco10 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always delicious with friendly, knowledgeable servers. I go with friends on many Fridays and have never had a bad experience

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  6. LORENA VIP

    San Francisco2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on May 2, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We always celebrate birthdays at Sundance and no regrets—definitely worth it.

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  7. Carol VIP

    San Francisco47 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 30, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Took my husband there for his birthday. We love Sundance and always look forward to going. Great dinner for my hubby, his favorite Fillet steak with all of the trimmings. They even brought him their scrumptious mud pie , on the house and Ozzie, the friendly bartender made his perfect martinis for us!

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  8. Ben

    Unspecified1 review

    3.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Service was very good. It felt like we were filed away in the back room. $84 ribeye steak was very disappointing. Don’t mind the price but definitely want the quality for the price. Chicken marsala was average.

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  9. Liz VIP

    Washington DC8 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Enjoyed my birthday celebration at Sundance! Overall 5-Star experience! Celebrated my birthday here last year and it was great then as well. See you next year!

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  10. Robert

    San Francisco5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on April 28, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great staff, great food. A wonderful place for a special occasion.

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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 5628 OpenTable diners.

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

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Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 45 times today
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
  • 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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