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The Grand Oak Steakhouse and Bar Reviews List

The Grand Oak Steakhouse and Bar

Located in historic Cherry Valley, The Grand Oak Steakhouse & Bar has been a Southern California destination for over a hundred years. The Grand Oak sits on 900 scenic acres at Highland Springs Resort, Riverside County’s first historical landmark. Surrounded by 20 acres of organic farmland, evenings in the summertime offer magnificent sunsets over fields of purple lavender. The property was originally established in 1884, and had served for a time as a stage coach stop along the Bradshaw Trail. Through the 1930s and 1940s it was a popular vacation spot, particularly for Hollywood actors and actresses. The interior of the restaurant proudly emphasizes the heritage of the resort’s past, some of the antiques decorating the dining room have been present for close to a century. Chef Stefan Weck has perfected his culinary craft in numerous Michelin-starred restaurants throughout Europe. Originally from Germany, Chef Stefan has developed a refreshingly unique menu.
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22 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
(22 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 22 reviews
5 stars
(6)
4 stars
(8)
3 stars
(6)
2 stars
(1)
1 star
(1)
Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
2 / 3
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(14)
  • neighborhood gem(12)
  • romantic(12)
  • scenic view(10)
  • fit for foodies(6)
  • great for brunch(5)
The Grand Oak Steakhouse and Bar Reviews List
Review 1 for The Grand Oak Steakhouse and Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

The food is always good.

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Dined on 5/12/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This was Mothers Day Brunch. Buffet style I believe it
Was over priced.
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Dined on 5/12/2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, romantic, scenic view, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion
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Review 2 for The Grand Oak Steakhouse and Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Tried again

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was tasteless. I had the rib-eye. Very thin cut for a restaurant of this type. There should be salt and pepper on the tables so asking for them will not offend anyone. Our waitress was not very attentive and lacked personality."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: romantic
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Review 3 for The Grand Oak Steakhouse and Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The total dining experience

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The total dining experience is always fabulous at the Grand Oak. This time the main course was a bit salty. This is a restaurant my wife and I look forward to re-visiting."
Dined on 04/24/2013
 2012
Special Features: scenic view
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Review 4 for The Grand Oak Steakhouse and Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great as we've come to expect.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Among other items, had roasted sea bream and stinging nettle ravioli this time. Superb. As usual, very polite and attentive service by all staff members."
Dined on 04/10/2013
 2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 5 for The Grand Oak Steakhouse and Bar
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice outdoor view with truly

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Nice outdoor view with truly beautiful sunset overlooking fields of flowers. Our group ordered 50% vegetarian fare and 50% filet mignon- (cooked perfectly and very tender.) A banquet was in process which was noisey as was the bar with a singer that forged new definitions of cacophony. I am told usually much more quiet and less crowded.
Overall a good experience- good food and ambience except for noise level.
I will definitely go there again."
Dined on 04/05/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, scenic view
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Review 6 for The Grand Oak Steakhouse and Bar
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Lunch service was in the bar,

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Lunch service was in the bar, not the dining room. The menu was limited, I'd have appreciated the option of some "Knife and fork" entrees. Product was good, portions were small. Beef sandwich with olive and peppers, seemed to not have the olives and peppers. Probably will not return for lunch."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2010
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Review 7 for The Grand Oak Steakhouse and Bar
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Party of 4 ordered filet steak

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Party of 4 ordered filet steak (w/coupon)which included appetizer and dessert. Food and service was wonderful. When we received our check it was $90.00, (should have been under $50.000) we asked our server about it and he informed us that the steak is not included with the coupon. We would have ordered something else in these hard financial times if we had know. I fault the server for not informiung us which I'm sure he was well aware of at the time we ordered.
Please let me know your opion. We are regulard customers."
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Review 8 for The Grand Oak Steakhouse and Bar
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

As always, a fantastic dinner

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"As always, a fantastic dinner combined with a fabulous wine selection, superb dinner entree choices made to perfection along with the kind of service the way it use to be. This is the best kept secret in the Banning/Beaumont/Cherry Valley area. Don't tell anyone. Let's keep it that way!"
Dined on 02/16/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, scenic view
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Ratings-Only Reviews for The Grand Oak Steakhouse and Bar
Based on the average of (14) ratings-only reviews
Overall 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
2 out of 2 recommend this product
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
3.8 / 5
(Very Good) 3.8 / 5
Ambiance 
3.6 / 5
(Very Good) 3.6 / 5
Noise Level
2.1 / 3
Energetic