Vail Ranch Steak House is a Classic Steak House featuring In-House,Prime Dry Aged Beef, Fresh Seafood and Signature dishes. We offer an extensive Wine List, Hand Crafted Beer, Cocktails and Live piano music nightly.. Happy Hour in the bar and lounge: 4:00am – 6:00pm. $5 Martinis, Discounted Cocktails, Wine By the Glass.

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(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

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5 stars

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4 stars

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3 stars

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2 stars

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1 star

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Food

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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vibrant bar scene(14)

Vail Ranch Steakhouse Reviews List

Review 1 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Setting the stage

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/20/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"It's a great place to celebrate a special occasion."

Dined on 5/20/2013

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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Review 2 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great Ambiance

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/16/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Lovely, quiet restaurant with soft live piano music at the bar. Service was good and we found a new wine on the wine list we will try to find again. My husband had a terrific shrimp cocktail. He wanted to lap up the sauce it was so good. My filet was perfect, but my husband's dry aged New York unfortunately was tough. It was replaced, no problem, with a filet and the manager did apologize. Good creme brulee for dessert a little softer than normal but very tasty."

Dined on 5/16/2013

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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Review 3 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Piano Bar

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Our waitress is one of the best servers. Ask for Kristi. The food is always good. There is never a rush. They have a pianist that plays throughout the afternoon and a three piece jazz band that plays Friday and Saturday nights."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, romantic, special occasion

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Review 4 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Very Good not great

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The service was outstanding extremely accommodating and the waitress was very personable. My steak was very good and enjoyed the Oscar !"

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: special occasion

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Review 5 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best Steakhouse in town!

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The prime rib was amazing! Ask for it cut right off the roast and not "flashed", so tender and flavorful. The 12 oz gives a great portion. The filet was also spectacular, best served rare. The wedge is so good, bacon,hard boiled egg, cucumbers and tomatoes with house made blue cheese dressing, thick with chunks of blue cheese. Whipped potatoes and au gratin are both excellent. Great wine list excellent, nicely paced, unhurried service from Eric and Sasha. We'll be back!"

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 6 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Just ok

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The four of us selected this restaurant because we wanted a good steak. Can't say we were glad we did.
It wasn't that it was bad, it was just " O.K." The filet was aged so a bit strong and needed a topping. The one on the side was so garlicy none of us could eat it. One had prime rib which was pretty bland- We all used his horseraddish on our filets. Au Gratins were so so. Asparagas was good. Rolls came immediately, good, but no seconds offered.
The service efficient but bland. A man we assume was the manager stopped & asked if all was o.k. but did not give the impression he really cared- just performing a function. No real friendliness or greeting at all. The best part was the live piano music but not a reason to go back."

Dined on 5/04/2013

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Review 7 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Love Vail Ranch!

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/02/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We have been visiting this resturant since it was hungry hunter. My husband and I choose to dine here for the outstanding Chef and mouth watering Beef. We always order the Crab cakes as well. We also enjoy the ambiance of Vail and the devine piano player is a treat. I definatly love what the owner has done with the resturant, it is now our favorite fine dining spot. We Love Vail Ranch!"

Dined on 5/02/2013

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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Review 8 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent steaks.

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/01/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Never had dry-aged beef before. Tender and tasty. Nice menu choices. Friendly, helpful service. It was our anniversary and we enjoyed the quiet table section. Overall, a lovely restaurant. We are from outside this area. I was glad to find your attractive website and menu choices online. ."

Dined on 5/01/2013

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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Review 9 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

awesome beef!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/27/2013

2008

Dined on 04/27/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Always a phenomenal experience! We started with Belvedere martinis and the wedge salad which we're crisp and refreshing! The filet and baked potato for hubby and the prime rib with whipped potatoes for me were superb! Prime rib is only served on the weekend, but it's worth the wait. If you like your prime rib rare or medium rare, make sure to ask for a slice from a fresh roast, otherwise it will be closer to medium, although the quality of the meat is very good. Steaks are aged and always properly charred. Sides are all excellent, especially the creamed spinach. Desserts are great, we love the chocolate cake, creme brulee' and tira misu."

Dined on 04/27/2013

2008

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 10 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best kept secret in Temecula!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 04/05/2013

2008

Dined on 04/05/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great birthday celebration dinner! The free appetizer we selected, the crab-stuffed mushrooms were to die for! The rack of lamb and prime rib are amazing (so are the sides)! The chocolate molten lava cake was soooo good! We love this restaurant, they make you feel at home and like family!"

Dined on 04/05/2013

2008

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 11 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great service and fantastic

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/22/2013

2011

Dined on 03/22/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great service and fantastic meal!! Will visit again on our next trip to Temecula."

Dined on 03/22/2013

2011

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 12 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best prime rib in town!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/15/2013

2008

Dined on 03/15/2013

2008

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The best prime rib ever!!! And the sides, especially the creamed spinach is to die for! Always a joy to dine at Vail Ranch!"

Dined on 03/15/2013

2008

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot

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Review 13 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Missed BIG!

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/09/2013

2007

Dined on 03/09/2013

2007

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Not a bad place, but not "great". See here in the land of OK..Seemed like it was super overpriced for a quality of meat on par with Black Angus. The meat and potato for $43 without the sald is a concept that is even barely acceptable to me at a 5 star steakhouse, when it's at a middle of the road steakhouse, it sure seems to amplify their steaks weakness. I had a rib eye that was actually cooked perfectly, had awesome marbeling, but also a ton of gristle (which the server should have noticed had he checked on us more than once while we were eating). Bottom line: Dont expect the quality or service of Ruth's Chris, Morton's or Donovan's...but expect to pay almost as much."

Dined on 03/09/2013

2007

Special Features: kid-friendly

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Review 14 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good, but doesn't justify the price

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 03/02/2013

2006

Dined on 03/02/2013

2006

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"First time here, for a birthday. For the area, this is a pretty high-end steakhouse, but it doesn't quite have that "wow" factor that could justify the prices. The piano was a tad loud, but they lowered it, which we appreciated. The entrees were just good, not great. My filet looked burned on the outside, but the inside was perfect. The asparagus was excellent, as were the salads and desserts, but it was a disappointment that the steaks were the low-light of the meal. Not terrible by any stretch, but a $40 steak should be excellent. Staff was attentive, but again, not "wow". I would go again only if there were a special price/gift card/coupon, in which case I would really enjoy it."

Dined on 03/02/2013

2006

Special Features: special occasion

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Review 15 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Third visit and the food was

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/23/2013

2013

Dined on 02/23/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Third visit and the food was just as good as the first visit. We enjoy the place and visit when we are in the Temecula area which is only about once per year."

Dined on 02/23/2013

2013

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 16 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Bottom line: Vail Ranch continues

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/23/2013

2007

Dined on 02/23/2013

2007

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Bottom line: Vail Ranch continues to deliver (for a price).

Vail Ranch Steakhouse has superb cuts of meat that have been dry or wet aged to (almost) perfection. You will pay for the privilege of enjoying this beef, but it's probably worth it - at least once (though I'm a repeat customer). Try your cut 'Black and Bleu' style for a nice treat."

Dined on 02/23/2013

2007

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Review 17 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

None of the above apply. We

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/23/2013

2013

Dined on 02/23/2013

2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"None of the above apply. We made a reservation and drove approx. 40 miles to go to this restaurant. At about 7:30 on a Sat. night the waitress announced that they were out of Prime Rib. This is a Restaurant that features Prime Rib on their web-site. We ordered ny strip and filet mignon instead and both were ordinary at best. The drinks were skimpy, not much more than an ounce (pour). The web-site advertises Jazz from 7-11 on Fri and Sat. Guess what? No Jazz. Manager did comp. dessert. Most of the desserts were home made ice cream. No pies, cakes etc. The place has gone cheap and skimpy. As we left at about 9:15, the bar area was empty. Would not return or recommend to anyone else."

Dined on 02/23/2013

2013

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Review 18 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent spot!! It's definitely

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/22/2013

2012

Dined on 02/22/2013

2012

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Excellent spot!! It's definitely on the pricey side, but we had the best time! And the food...oh...the food, che bella!!!"

Dined on 02/22/2013

2012

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 19 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

If this is helpfull for both

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/14/2013

2010

Dined on 02/14/2013

2010

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"If this is helpfull for both the Restaurant and friends and everybody outher looking for a good stake house or even better grat srvice needles to say great food prepare to perfection, higly recomend it."

Dined on 02/14/2013

2010

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, romantic, special occasion, great for lunch, hot spot

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Review 20 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Restaurant or sports bar?

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/16/2013

2007

Dined on 02/16/2013

2007

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Had a wonderful live piano player, but he was flanked on either side by big screen tvs with basketball?!? All the "nice" restaurants in this are seem to suffer from an identity crisis. The food was great, but the tvs were a HUGE turnoff. The food was all very tasty, but my bisque had a film on top like it had been sitting out for a while."

Dined on 02/16/2013

2007

Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion

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Review 21 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Aside from top quality food

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/17/2013

2013

Dined on 02/17/2013

2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Aside from top quality food and service the ambiance is special! From the hostess to the new-hire waiter/waitress, the pleasant demeanor, warm welcome and constant timely service is second to none. Knowledge of the menu and wine list by the staff is always a special plus. And, of course, having the manager stop by to chat adds to the pleasantness of the evening. For a special occasion with a friend or friends, this is the place."

Dined on 02/17/2013

2013

Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 22 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

not impressed

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/03/2013

2012

Dined on 02/03/2013

2012

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"overpriced. the steak was not impressive given the price range. Service was quite slow for an empty restaraunt."

Dined on 02/03/2013

2012

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Review 23 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Birthday celebration

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 02/02/2013

2009

Dined on 02/02/2013

2009

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We got a table by the fireplace. This made for a great ambiance."

Dined on 02/02/2013

2009

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Review 24 for Vail Ranch Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a delightful evening.

OpenTable Diner Since

Dined on 01/31/2013

2011

Dined on 01/31/2013

2011

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"We had a delightful evening. The piano music was enchanting as was the meal. I had the Chilian Sea Bass which was cooked perfectly and my wife had her favorate Ahi to which she was very satisfied. The restaurant was almost empty and our servers were very attentive. We had been traveling all day by auto and the Vail Ranch Steakhouse was an Oasis."

Dined on 01/31/2013

2011

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