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Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
As Sonoma's premiere steakhouse, we specialize in artesian raised beef, USDA prime steaks, chops, and fresh seafood. Saddles martini bar offers over fourteen signature oversized martinis. Saddles wine list has earned the Wine Spectator's "Award of Excellence" the past two years. Saddles is located in our historic barn. Relax and enjoy comfortable leather sofas, original paintings and unique seating in authentic western saddles. Outdoor dining is also available on our beautiful veranda.
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71 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Rating Breakdown 71 reviews
5 stars
(24)
4 stars
(35)
3 stars
(9)
2 stars
(3)
1 star
(0)
Food
(Outstanding)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(31)
- neighborhood gem(27)
- fit for foodies(23)
- romantic(22)
- good for groups(19)
- notable wine list(13)
Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place Reviews List
Review 1 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Nice Selection
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Service for dinner was much better than breakfast. Food selection was good. Quality and presentation were nice. It did not meet all the positive reviews I had read but was better than most in Sonoma."
Dined on 5/09/2013
Special Features: great for brunch, romantic
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Review 2 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Disappointed
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Mediocre service, great surroundings. Prime rib was on the tasteless side; overcooked vegetables. Expected much more from a Sonoma restaurant."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 3 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Prime rib ,Halibut
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service is attentive and unobtrusive . Most side dishes are al carte .The prime rib is served with a big azz baked potato . And the good part is you get a tray with all the extras you can pile on .Butter , sour cream . and chunky , real bacon bits ."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, notable wine list, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wrap your lips around this !
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Real beef .Prime rib is my favorite. Service is professional but low key .Been here 8 times and go back often. Especially when I want a straight forward meal without a lot of artsy fartsy " creativity " ."
Dined on 1/21/2013
Special Features: good for groups, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 5 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
okay
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I've been to Saddles for dinner. This was the first time for lunch.
There were three other tables with diners, one of which was just leaving. The place wasn't busy at all, which I thought it would be.
The place is nice. I like the ambience.
The kitchen was rather slow, especially considering the few customers there were.
The food was good. A salmon nicoise salad was tasty -- lots of flavors happening.
Appetizer of fried shrimp and calamari was very good -- we could have had two of those.
Caesar salad and chicken Caesar were good, as was a steak quesidilla.
Lunch menu is limited, but there are enough selections to satisfy. It's a casual menu -- salads, burgers, sandwiches, one pasta dish, and some steaks."
There were three other tables with diners, one of which was just leaving. The place wasn't busy at all, which I thought it would be.
The place is nice. I like the ambience.
The kitchen was rather slow, especially considering the few customers there were.
The food was good. A salmon nicoise salad was tasty -- lots of flavors happening.
Appetizer of fried shrimp and calamari was very good -- we could have had two of those.
Caesar salad and chicken Caesar were good, as was a steak quesidilla.
Lunch menu is limited, but there are enough selections to satisfy. It's a casual menu -- salads, burgers, sandwiches, one pasta dish, and some steaks."
Dined on 4/28/2013
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Review 6 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Saddles has been a local favorite
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Saddles has been a local favorite for quite a while. I was pleasantly surprisd to find it quiet - we had the room to ourselves and very knowedgable and attentive service. especially in relation to the wines. many on the list we unfamiliar to use. We described our preferences and our server provided the perfect selection! Excellent. We will defininetly be returning....."
Dined on 04/21/2013
1999
Special Features: neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 7 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great steakhouse on a quiet
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Great steakhouse on a quiet street away from the crowds in downtown Sonoma. Would definitely go back again."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 8 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My only knock was one server,
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"My only knock was one server, (not our waiter) forgot to bring us the requested condiment with our oysters and we had to ask again from our waiter. Our waiter on the other hand delivered exceptional service.
Food was very good but not exceptional. I was satisfied that we received our monies worth. We shall return."
Food was very good but not exceptional. I was satisfied that we received our monies worth. We shall return."
Dined on 04/20/2013
2011
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 9 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Saddles was an enjoyable dinning
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Saddles was an enjoyable dinning experience. The food was delicious and moderately priced. The portions were a good sized. Overall, we were very satisfied with our entire experience."
Dined on 04/10/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch
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Review 10 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Strange service
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I love the decor of the restaurant, but the service is always strange. Our dinner entree arrived before our salads, and the entire night our meal was mixed up with the table next to us. Instead of apologizing for the mixup and moving on, she made a joke of the mixup each time she approached the table. The whole evening was very awkward. Don't think I will go back for a while."
Dined on 03/19/2013
2008
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Review 11 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We live in Sonoma my review
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We live in Sonoma my review of the restaurant has changed. It's a nice place for steaks which are good not great. their menu is priced like Redd's in Yountville, no comparison . Redd is light years ahead and menu price is the same. Just don't order the wine it will kill your welfare check.
One think nice about Saddles the corkage fee goes to charity! That's so cool. Redd's corkage is ridiculous $25 goes to their bottom line.
I think Saddles Happy Hour pricing is superb, you should try it!"
Dined on 04/06/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 12 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wonderful Birthday night!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Wonderful Birthday night! Thank you for great service and a wonderful dinner!"
Dined on 04/05/2013
2012
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, special occasion
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Review 13 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food was great, variety of
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
"Food was great, variety of salads, cheeses, fruit. The granola is the best, and I would never say that about granola. After that, oysters, shriimp, crab, mussels or prime rib. Dessert was incredible, lots of variety, the chocolate cake was very chocolaty. Crab was cracked in a way that allowed easy picking. Service was excellent, lots of mimosas went around, plates always changed. This is the way I remember Easter Brunches. I frequent Sonoma often, and have tried all the places, because my children live there, I would say Saddles it one of the very best restaurants in Sonoma."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, special occasion
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Review 14 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Yummy!!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Awesome service! Great filet mignon!"
Dined on 03/30/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 15 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a party of 10 that
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a party of 10 that included 2 small children. I began with a cocktail recommendation from our server, Leah, since I wanted a different martini: The Lemon Brulee Martini. Loved it! We started out with the fried Calamari--delicious! The specials were wonderful--I had the sole with spinach and just what I needed--a healthy dinner after a day of splurging at the Cheese Factory. Ambiance was perfect with fireplace lit and lighting soft. Several in our party had the salmon special. Although everyone was very full after dinner, there was room to share the yummy Baked Alaska. We had two small children with us and the server promptly brought their mac and cheese as soon as she could, but crayons and a place mat to color while waiting."
Dined on 03/25/2013
2013
Special Features: kid-friendly, special occasion
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Review 16 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Prime Rib at medium rare was
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Prime Rib at medium rare was more well done than medium rare. Overall service and quality of everything else was very good."
Dined on 03/26/2013
2010
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Review 17 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
our server Carol is always
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"our server Carol is always efficient, professional and lovely !"
Dined on 03/25/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem
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Review 18 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Prime Rib Perfection
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was our 2nd time dining at Saddles. For years I have been disappointed in the flavor, texture, quality of prime rib I ordered in various restaurants. So, I was a bit leery to try it again. Previously, I ordered the Pot Roast at Saddles and that was very good. Man, oh, man! Was I glad I gave it a try -- cooked perfectly, real meat texture (not sawdusty, rubbery) and the flavor -- absolutely perfect! The portion was very good and the meat was a nice, thick cut. Couldn't have been better! The baked potato wasn't wonderful -- next time I'll try something else but will definitely order the prime rib. It is fabulous! My husband ordered the rib steak and he loved it, too!"
Dined on 03/05/2013
2008
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 19 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Overall I was not impressed.
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Overall I was not impressed. Extremly loud. Service needed to be sharper. My husband had full dinner with a rib eye steak. I had a New York with a bake potatoe side. My husband was happy with his dinner. I however was not given a new york cut steak but something that looked like part of a rib eye. I told the waiter that it was not a new york steak and the potatoe was not cooked thoughly. Your chef needs to brush up on identifying his cuts of meats. Our dinner was served to us and we had to wait for a steak knife to even begin our meal. Four different personel walked by our table and we were finaly able to flag down someone to please bring us our utensils. We are local and have been to your resturant before and was looking foward.."
Dined on 02/23/2013
2013
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Review 20 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Loved the boots & saddles!
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Very good food with great presentation. Waiter hardly spoke English and only checked on us twice."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 21 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It was my mom's birthday and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It was my mom's birthday and they seated us in a cozy corner. The staff very attentive, without being in your face. Food was prepared perfectly, and we just had a great time."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was very good. The only
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Dined on 02/18/2013
2007
Dined on 02/18/2013
2007
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was very good. The only complaint is the Caesar salad for TWO was about a half a cup of lettuce per person, extremely small, especially when an extra leaf or two of lettuce won't break the bank."
Dined on 02/18/2013
2007
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great Steak!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Good place to eat for Valentines day! Great food... The steak was nice and tender and the drinks were great. I would go there again."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2012
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 24 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We had a lovely prixe fix
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had a lovely prixe fix Valentine's dinner here. All courses were delicious, well paced and no one rushed us!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, great for outdoor dining, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 25 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Excellent Dinner in all respects.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Excellent Dinner in all respects."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2002
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 26 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Loved the atmosphere and the
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Loved the atmosphere and the bartender was great. We had the tableside Caesar for 2, very good. I got the Filet with Mushrooms and red wine demi glace and it was great. My wife got the ribeye. It was cooked well, but infused with so much rosemary that she was still tasting it the following day.
One the service too,I'm a bit torn. The waiter was very good, checked in often enough without being overbearing. My issue was with the hostess. We showed up 15 minutes early, and while there were plenty of empty tables, we waited for 15-20 minutes while she pretended to look at a computer screen. We were then stuck at a corner table next to a large and loud party. Personally , I will not go back to Saddles, too many good alternatives."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2012
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Review 27 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
One of the best fillets I
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"One of the best fillets I have had in years!"
Dined on 02/08/2013
2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 28 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
we had a great evening - all
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"we had a great evening - all was well done !"
Dined on 02/04/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 29 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Loved the special "old time"
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Loved the special "old time" menu with tableside creations of ceasar salad and crepes."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2006
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Review 30 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Prime rib was good could have
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Prime rib was good could have been seasoned more. Rack of lamb was very good. Delicious vegetables."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2013
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Review 31 for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
From seating, to server, to
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"From seating, to server, to waitress, all were well mannered and never made us feel rushed. time to enjoy the atmosphere, especially the fireplace. Cautioned that one menue item would take longer to prepare, but that was on the menue, and again reinforced by the waitress. Both our meals were served at same time and that was appreciated. Food quality very good. The chocolate cake sinful, but why not enjoy. We asked for our picture to be taken and staff was pleasant and graciously did it for us. Entire evening was a wonderful way to celebrate our 35th wedding anniversary."
Dined on 01/19/2013
2013
Special Features: late-night find, special occasion, scenic view
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Saddles Steakhouse - MacArthur Place
Based on the average of (40) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
3 out of 3 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.2
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate