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The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon, Temecula, CA

The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon

4.7 (1892)
$50 and over
Steakhouse
42072 5th Street, 3rd Floor, Temecula, CA 92590

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 70 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighborhood gem
The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon is located in the heart of Old Town Temecula and brings a new standard to local casual fine dining. Expansive views from our third floor veranda and elegant turn of the century setting offers 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. Our bar features Premium Spirits, Draft Beer, Fine Wine and mouthwatering appetizers. Enjoy live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday Nights. Join us for a casually sophisticated Brunch on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Closed on Mondays. Always a romantic Dinner and truly distinctive dining experience! Parties over 4 are considered large parties please call to check availability & please do not double book. 2 hour table limit on all reservations

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private banquet room or we offer our private veranda over looking Old Town Temecula. Our veranda is enclosed and temperature controlled.
  • Neighborhood
    Temecula
  • Cross street
    Front Street
  • Parking details
    Friday-Sunday Valet Parking Offered
  • Entertainment
    Now Playing; Guitarist Tim Cash, The Classics from Izon Eden, Alex Drizos...
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 1,892 people are saying

The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

Overall ratings and reviews

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4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Steakhouse

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Overall

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Food

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Service

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Ambiance

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Value

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Good for special occasions

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon is a charming steakhouse in Temecula offering "delicious food" and a "fun atmosphere." Guests enjoy "generous portions" at "affordable prices" with "excellent service." The menu features standout dishes like "chicken fried rib eye" and "12 oz filet mignon," making it ideal for special occasions.
1,892 Reviews
  1. Joe

    Sacramento / Sacramento Valley6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Our favorite meal is always our go-to chicken fried rib eye! Delicious!

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  2. David

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    High end steakhouse food, not necessarily the high end prices. So good, every time. I recommend it to everyone.

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  3. Howard

    Los Angeles1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This restaurant has a very unique style and ambiance that is a wonderful experience. The service is excellent, and special kudos to Jessie and Alyssa for making our eveining so memorable. (i'll be asking for them next time, too.) we had the prome rib, but everythin on the plate was fantastic, and every plate that went by our table was equally tantalizing. The portions are huge, so my wife and I split a 12 ounce prime rib, and STILL had leftovers! The meal was simply delicious, and yet at a surprisingly affordable price. We will be back!!

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  4. Telis

    San Diego12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. Beautiful cowboy environment

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  5. Rhonda

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    My husband and I were there to celebrate our 30th anniversary. The food was delicious we had the burrata appetizer, split the caesar salad. My husband had the halibut special and I had the filet. I brought with me a bottle of 2019 Montepulciano Reserve from Bottaia Winery in the Temecula Valley. Our waitress was friendly and efficient. Perfect Night!

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  6. Pat

    San Diego34 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great experience!! Haven't been to the Gambling Cowboy for a while. Really enjoyed listening to live music in the private dining room. Acoustics were perfect and the overall atmosphere allowed everyone to enjoy chatting, a leisurely dinner and especially enjoying the very talented musician, Travis Guilliams. Service was outstanding.

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  7. Rory VIP

    Phoenix / Arizona5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 9, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Really great atmosphere and a delicious cut of prime rib - like really good!

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  8. Charles

    Orange County4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 8, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food with decent prices. Large portions. A must try.

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  9. Derek

    San Diego5 reviews

    3.0

    Dined on June 5, 2025

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 5
    The server was a bit strange when inquiring about my sons age for a cocktail. Just ask for an id and skip the awkwardness! Plus she didn’t ask us for dessert and it was my wife’s birthday. She just provided us a chocolate mousse free, thanks, unfortunately my wife isn’t a chocolate fan and would have ordered something she liked. The food was good. The cowboy ribeye had way too much fat for a signature plate. And I like fat! Cocktails were amazing as always. Charming place but has slipped somewhat in service and food. Maybe it was just a bad week. Thanks anyways, you gave us a story to talk about with other steak lovers about.

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  10. Vance

    San Diego2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on June 4, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food as always, all the appetizers are amazing and always want to order them all can’t go wrong with any item on the menu and the drinks are phenomenal. Will be back soon!

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The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon is rated 4.7 stars by 1892 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
11:00 PM
Booked 70 times today
Google Map for The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon

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

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Front Street
  • Neighborhood
    Temecula
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Friday-Sunday Valet Parking Offered
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Now Playing; Guitarist Tim Cash, The Classics from Izon Eden, Alex Drizos...
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private banquet room or we offer our private veranda over looking Old Town Temecula. Our veranda is enclosed and temperature controlled.
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