Sundance The Steakhouse
650-321-6798
1921 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94306
Palo Alto, CA 94306
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This upscale, legendary steakhouse, family owned and operated for over 30 years, is a Palo Alto institution. The hand-cut, Certified Angus Beef is a real meat-lover's treat. Enjoy the slow-roasted prime rib, the specially aged New York striploin, or the tender filet mignon in their candlelit mahogany dining room. The seafood and shellfish are always fresh; savor a Western Australian lobster tail or succulently prepared scallops and gulf prawns. The cozy fireplace lounge is ideal for sipping martinis and other classic vintage cocktails. Additionally, the menu is supported by a nationally recognized wine list with over 450 global selections
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Top Sentiments among Sundance The Steakhouse Reviewers
Huge oz rib steak
Enormous well choosen wine list
Rich meal .3
Like steak medium-well
Bad Filet mignon
Amazing Old Time Steak House
Excellent New England-style clam chowder
Nice dark interior sets
Soft sour dough bread
Delicious steak dinner
Customer Reviews (43 reviews)
Benny C.
on Judys Book Dec 29, 2009For Christmas Eve dinner, Son and I ordered the Shareholders Prime Rib, medium rare. Servings were both cooked medium and tough to cut and dry. Not expected for a restaurant known for their prime rib and steaks. Wife... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Dec 23, 2009Sundance was new to 3 of the 4 of us. It was wonderful to find such a great place to have terrific prime rib. We were there for the early ... (more)
EmmaG
on Citysearch Nov 12, 2009I went here for my birthday 3 years in a row, I loved it so much. I always start off with the calamari, the sauce that goes with it is great. The clam chowder is to-die-for, and the prime rib of course is awesome! Our... (more)
Emma G.
on Judys Book Nov 12, 2009I went here for my birthday 3 years in a row, I loved it so much. I always start off with the calamari, the sauce that goes with it is great. The clam chowder is to-die-for, and the prime rib of course is awesome!Our waiters... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Oct 28, 2009I went here for my birthday 3 years in a row, I loved it so much. I always start off with the calamari, the sauce that goes with it is grea... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Sep 30, 2009This is my favorite restaurant. Every time we have a family birthday etc. everyone wants to go to the Sundance. The food is great and the s... (more)
grub
on Citysearch Apr 16, 2008This place was great. My fiancee and I dined at this restaurant this past Saturday night for our engagement dinner. The atmosphere was great with the dim lite booths, great friendly service and delicious food. The... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Mar 19, 2007Sundance is definitely the place to go if you are in the mood for a great steak dinner in an elegant, clubby atmosphere. Everything from the... (more)
jbwebs
on Citysearch Jan 07, 2007Went here last night for an anniversary dinner. To start off, the waiter didn't visit for the first 10 minutes, my girlfriend couldn't decide what size filet to order so we said come back in 1 minute... literally 15... (more)
kimchi0503
on Citysearch Jan 05, 2007Romantic, good food, good customer service....overall experience was excellent. definitely go back again. (more)
serious_foodie
on Citysearch Oct 10, 2006Good food, great service, ambiance have class. waiter was good, though made two mistakes on dishes and perhaps a little too much talking. Overall great. If you are in the area, check this place out. If you are... (more)
micheng
on Citysearch Oct 02, 2006I had inquisitively gone there to try out the place. From the outside, the heavy wood paneling were redolent with promises of delightful and luscious steaks waiting just within. I arrived early for my reservation... (more)
bbulkow
on Citysearch Aug 02, 2006I'd driven by this place thousands of times. I figured it for some kind of upscale Rustlers or Red Robbin. I couldn't have been more wrong. After a hard day laying wire under the crawlspace, I suggested Sundance for a... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jul 17, 2006Yes, the Sundance Mining Company is a very expensive restaurant, but it is a *good* expensive restaurant. The steak I had was succulent, fl... (more)
ldyfire2001
on Citysearch Jun 23, 2006A friend and I were craving a delicious steak dinner. Me, being the 'internet savvy' one, decided to do some research. After reviewing the online menu at SUNDANCE, we decided to head over and try it out. The location... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch May 03, 2006Sundance is the place to go when you are looking to have a nice piece of beef in a club atmopsphere and in this particular restaurant with a... (more)
Shannon W.
on Judys Book Mar 24, 2006Sundance has been around forever (a least in restaurant terms!). I remember going as a child for special occasions. When I got married this is where we had our rehearsal dinner. 10 years later we still enjoy a nice meal... (more)
raiderg
on Citysearch Jan 12, 2006Great place for steaks and seafood. We had a juicy and tender New York and Lobster Tail combo that was to die for. Served with a jumbo baked potato and seasoned vegetables. So much food for the money. The artichoke... (more)
Aaron C.
on Judys Book Jan 10, 2006Let me be honest by saying that the owners are good friends, but I recently had a business dinner at Sundance and was reminded that this truly is the best steakhouse in Silicon Valley.During my recent dinner, I arrived... (more)
qwery001
on Citysearch Jan 04, 2006I was there a while back and my steak, which is supposedly their specialty, was served cold. I sent it back and 15 minutes later it came back cold again. That's totally unacceptable. I think they try to serve you slowly... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jun 21, 2005I've only had the Prime Rib here, but I've had it three times now and had the same reaction each time: The food is certainly delicious, but ... (more)
djlynch
on Citysearch Dec 29, 2004Good food, but I could do as well at home... This is an institution, but I just don't get why. The food is good, drinks are great, but you pay through the nose. You can get as good, if not better food at a better price just... (more)
macallan
on Citysearch Oct 30, 2004Sundance is what most restaurant try to achieve but always fall short - being an institution. I have been a Sundance patron for several years and their secret to success is the total package. Location, Food, Wine,... (more)
sterling5
on Citysearch Jun 09, 2004While entertaining 3 clients at Sundance I must say that my experience was exceptional. Service was polished and friendly, the management was knowledgeable on wine selections and my food was of the highest... (more)
jmonroe
on Citysearch Mar 12, 2004We live in Palo Alto and have been to Sundance many times over the years. Their staff has always been chalked full of attitude, but in recent years their quality of food has drasticly declined!!! The last time we were... (more)
sierra1411
on Citysearch Nov 05, 2003Just a simple note to say that Sundance The Steakhouse lives up to all the hype. From the jumbo icy martinis to the incredible wine list to the professional service, Sundance is all that. Great location coupled with... (more)
annek85925
on Citysearch Jan 20, 2003We went to Sundance right when it opened and so crowds weren't an issue. After a drink in the bar we sat down to a wonderful dinner. The service was impeccable and cheerful and the food fantastic! I'd go again in a... (more)
brendaspeakman
on Citysearch Dec 19, 2002I loved the ambiance, very intimate. The food was wanderful and presented very artistically. A dinner reservation one night had us waiting but it was worth it to see a celebrity from Stanford.... (more)
potluck
on Citysearch Dec 19, 2002We dined at Sundance for a birthday celebration and found it to be very disappointing. Service was bad and the food was horrible. the meats were not anything to what they should have been and the waiter was very rude.... (more)
Sierra9
on Citysearch Dec 17, 2002We had dinner at Sundance last night & let me tell you, the food and service were wonderful. The attention to detail of every aspect of our dining experience made a lasting impression. From the beautiful decor to the... (more)
SanJoseSteakhousesucks
on Citysearch Dec 04, 2002I was not impressed by taste. Steaks are refrigerated to long and tast was bland. Fresh steaks is not here (more)
boltnut55
on Citysearch Oct 02, 2002The service was excellent: accommodating over the phone, server was friendly & efficient, & they seem to work in a team, helping each other out. We ordered a bowl of chowder for my daughter but got a cup instead. She... (more)
jackie6969
on Citysearch Sep 20, 2002We are local residents of an upscale town in the Silicon Valley and have eaten here before, but the last two times we attempted to eat at The Sundance (Sundowner) they were very unaccommidating. The hostess was busy... (more)
condry
on Citysearch Sep 14, 2002Well its not fair to rate Sundance when I have not been to all the others recently. However, I lived in the Bay Area for 12 years and this is one of the best steak houses in the area. I see Outback is on the list. Its an ok... (more)
ohcimoan
on Citysearch Sep 06, 2002This is a good restaurant with good food and good service. You can dine here for business, for a romantic date, or the whole family. The only thing about this place is that the lighting makes it a bit dark.... (more)
suhnshine
on Citysearch Sep 02, 2002Excellent Salmon and Chicken Marsala too. Very romantic restaurant with excellent service and food, but make a reservation for Friday and Saturday night. (more)
lakota
on Citysearch Aug 25, 2002my grandaughter took our family here before she went away for college. we had a wonderful time and felt really comfortable from our entrance. it was like being back in japan when the ahi sashimi arrived at the table. my... (more)
mika22
on Citysearch Aug 25, 2002I brought my grandparents to Sundance for a pre-college goodbye dinner. We all had such an incredible time that night. The comforting atmosphere allowed us to really enjoy each other's company while dining on the... (more)
lincoln17
on Citysearch Aug 25, 2002Great bar scene for pre-dinner cocktails! They have nice Sony TV's so you can catch a little sports as you pound your shaken martini.(not too many places have a separate bar like Sundance). The prime rib melts in your... (more)