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LB Steak Menlo Park
LB Steak, led by acclaimed Chef-Owner Roland Passot, is a casually elegant modern American steakhouse reflecting the distinctive charm of its surroundings and neighbors.
Chef de Cuisine Brendy Monsada's seasonal menu showcases naturally raised meats, line-caught fish, only the freshest, local, and organically grown produce, handcrafted cocktails, artisan beers, and an array of domestic and imported wines.
We are best known for our diverse selection of 10 Prime steaks, including our signature 32 oz. "Tomahawk Chop." Located in the vibrant neighborhood of Menlo Park, our restaurant is where people gather to relax, socialize, and enjoy food and drink of exceptional quality. Let's Meat!
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Chef de Cuisine Brendy Monsada's seasonal menu showcases naturally raised meats, line-caught fish, only the freshest, local, and organically grown produce, handcrafted cocktails, artisan beers, and an array of domestic and imported wines.
We are best known for our diverse selection of 10 Prime steaks, including our signature 32 oz. "Tomahawk Chop." Located in the vibrant neighborhood of Menlo Park, our restaurant is where people gather to relax, socialize, and enjoy food and drink of exceptional quality. Let's Meat!
96 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Rating Breakdown 96 reviews
5 stars
(33)
4 stars
(32)
3 stars
(14)
2 stars
(11)
1 star
(6)
Food
(Very Good)
3.9
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
3.8
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- fit for foodies(40)
- special occasion(39)
- neighborhood gem(33)
- romantic(27)
- notable wine list(26)
- good for groups(17)
LB Steak Menlo Park Reviews List
Review 1 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Delectable Dining
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I went to LB Steak with my brother and his girlfriend for her birthday dinner and we had a fantastic time. The manager Chris helped us choose a great bottle of wine to go with our food. The chef sent out the pork belly on brioche with a sunny side egg on top; it was like breakfast for dinner and it was perfect! For dinner I had a delicious filet, my brother had the lamb shank and his girlfriend got the beef medallions. My filet came with two sides so I was plenty full by the time we headed out (hint: get the onion rings *drool*). Low noise level so we could have a great intimate dinner and I could definitely see myself coming here for a nice dinner for two."
Dined on 4/23/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 2 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Greg's 15th Birthday
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a great evening celebrating our son's birthday. Service was excellent, change in table setting was swift, friendly and courteous. The steaks were fabulous, although my tomohawk was a bit overdone for medium. Nonetheless, a nice evening."
Dined on 5/14/2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 3 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
delictable, delightful, deliciousD3
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"split the risotto as an app
we went with Gruner Verliner by the glass
finally had the iceberg wedge (with a nice amount of bacon!)
She had the short ribs
I had a bone in porterhouse
Side of asparagus & croguette (nneded a hint more leek)
Bottle of Clark Claudon CAb
everyone was pleasant, service was crisp, food was D-cubed
Now you get your choice of sides inclusive, I like that they keep making subtle changes
listening to the guests
We are going to stop in for the Preakness cocktail and race"
we went with Gruner Verliner by the glass
finally had the iceberg wedge (with a nice amount of bacon!)
She had the short ribs
I had a bone in porterhouse
Side of asparagus & croguette (nneded a hint more leek)
Bottle of Clark Claudon CAb
everyone was pleasant, service was crisp, food was D-cubed
Now you get your choice of sides inclusive, I like that they keep making subtle changes
listening to the guests
We are going to stop in for the Preakness cocktail and race"
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, kid-friendly, romantic, neighborhood gem
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Review 4 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Lovely place for party of any size
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went there fore my husband's birthday, and they reserved a nice room for us. Service was top notch. Food was to die for. We have a great time! Will definitely plan more future parties there!"
Dined on 5/08/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, romantic, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion, kid-friendly
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Review 5 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Dont dine early at LB
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"If you want a peaceful dinner avoid early hour at LB. the restaurant was loud due to screaming children which detracted a lot from an otherwise very nice dinner. Steaks, cocktails, and service were excellent"
Dined on 5/05/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 6 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Steaks and much more!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Creative menu with special items added to a great core steak offering. Many options to customize the food the way you want it.
Great location with easy parking and access. A staff that wants to please and a very pleasant dinning environment!
I'll definitely return as will my co-dinners..."
Great location with easy parking and access. A staff that wants to please and a very pleasant dinning environment!
I'll definitely return as will my co-dinners..."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for lunch
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Review 7 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Wanted to like...
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Ate at LB Steak last week and felt like it was "opening night." Waiter was EAGER, busboys were new, food arrived wrong temperature though handled quickly.... And the prices for steaks, even for downtown Menlo, are very high. I would like the management to go have dinner at Town and then come back and revisit their offering...."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2002
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Review 8 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was our second visit
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our second visit to LB's Sunday roast beef special. Excellent food at an incredible bargain price."
Dined on 04/21/2013
2003
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Our club for excellent steaks
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We certainly love this place, it is a real findTry the selection of Bourbons and Rye's, a really great selectionHappy Hour appetizers at $5.00 (wifey was late)Anyway, oysters and beet salad to startSplit the very large 32 oz delicious 'Tomahawk Chop' with side of spinach and asparagusWas suprised on the popcorn pannacotta dessert, but it was very tastyThe manager came by and poured some dessert wine, gratis, just to make an introduction, a very classy moveBTW, love the decor and the subtle changes that have been initiatedWe will be back againT"
Dined on 04/17/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
A Disappointing Experience
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I expected so much more from this restuarant. We are big fans of Left Bank. I presumed LB Steak would be an upscale steakhouse of high quality. The service was uncoordinated ( brought our salad dressing on the side 5-10 min after we got our salad.... Given there was a runny egg on the salad we did not realize it had no dressing until the waiter came with the dressing and we were 3/4 the way through eating our salad). We ordered the most expensive 12oz. Steak on the menu. It was actaully about 8 oz., and 3-4 oz of that was fat. Marbeled is one thing, but 1 inch of fat is fat, not marbeling. The bread they served was cold, not something i expect at a high end restaurant. They also served cookies as a parting treat. It was nice, but cold"
Dined on 04/19/2013
2003
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Review 11 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
very good experience, food
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"very good experience, food is excellent, had some bad luck with menue choices not being available"
Dined on 04/13/2013
2012
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 12 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best food in downtown Menlo
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've been here nearly 10 times, and this was the best.
The food was outstanding and the service was great."
Dined on 04/13/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 13 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Amazing Find
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"One of the best kept secrets in the area. Amazing food and service right here in sleepy Menlo Park. Skip a night out to Palo Alto and treat yourself to this neighborhood gem. Everything on the menu is amazing, especially the dry aged Porterhouse and all of the deserts. Will rival if not beat any of your area favorites, I can promise you that."
Dined on 04/06/2013
2010
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 14 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
The steak was very nice, but
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The steak was very nice, but the Caesar salad was quite bland. The bread would be better if served warm."
Dined on 04/02/2013
2006
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 15 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The Sunday prime rib meal
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The Sunday prime rib meal is wonderful. Salad, vegetable, potatoe and dessert included for $30! The meat is exceptional."
Dined on 03/31/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was the second time my
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This was the second time my husband and I had been to LB Steak. As with the first time, the food was delicious. The steaks were incredibly tender, the onion rings were sweet and crunchy, and the desserts were scrumptious. The one disappointment was the beef tartare, which tasted like it had catsup in it and was unpleasantly sweet."
Dined on 03/23/2013
2004
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Review 17 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Service is lacking
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Service was very poor. We were a group of 8 and consumed 3 bottles of wine. They had the bottles on a nearby side table. Only once did they refill our glasses - we had to get up to retrieve the bottles and pour it ourselves. They delievered the 2 hot starters to 2 diners, then the cold oysters 5 minutes later. Our hot starters were cold by the time the oysters arrived for the rest of the table. My friend ordered a steak done black and blue. It was medium well. He returned it and got the replacement steak when the rest of the table was finishing up. The waiter never offered any descriptions nor advise - he just arived with his notepad and asked if we were ready to order."
Dined on 03/20/2013
2003
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Review 18 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Dined here on Monday, and
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Dined here on Monday, and had a wonderful experience. My mother in law and I each had filets and shared a few sides. Both were cooked perfectly and all the food was delicious. Our server Beki was wonderful. Very knowledgeable and attentive. I will certainly recommend Lb Steak and revisit very soon."
Dined on 03/11/2013
2008
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Review 19 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
It is our understanding that
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"It is our understanding that they brought in a Chef from a different restaurant at the Holidays. Our food was really quite wonderful, and try the Old Fashioned with the cow stencil, very cool, and as she says, cute
Split the Lobster Bisque, so rich and so delicious
She Popcorn Shrimp Salad
He Beet Salad
She Braised Beef Ribs and Mac & Cheese
He Bone in Filet Mignon and root vegetable
All the food was cooked properly, served timely, and augmented with a beautiful KKenndedy Cabernet Sauv
Will be back to try the Prime Rib Sunday, as the inlaws rave about the price and flavor value."
Split the Lobster Bisque, so rich and so delicious
She Popcorn Shrimp Salad
He Beet Salad
She Braised Beef Ribs and Mac & Cheese
He Bone in Filet Mignon and root vegetable
All the food was cooked properly, served timely, and augmented with a beautiful KKenndedy Cabernet Sauv
Will be back to try the Prime Rib Sunday, as the inlaws rave about the price and flavor value."
Dined on 02/27/2013
2005
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, kid-friendly, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 20 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Might not be long for here...
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"LB Menlo Park is not much... Been to Santana Row's spot a few times and enjoyed it on a hit & miss basis. This operation does not have the 'Row' to encourage people to overspend on product that is not @ par with their pricing much less what you would expect from this steak house. There are other places in this area I would rather choose and enjoy!"
Dined on 03/10/2013
2003
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Review 21 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Bad service, bad food. Risotto
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Bad service, bad food. Risotto was salty as heck. Prime Rib "medium" was raw on the inside but painted a pleasing brown color on the outside. Flavorless and tough. The creamed spinach with a sous vide poached egg on top was nice and was the highlight of the meal."
Dined on 03/10/2013
2001
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Review 22 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A Sure Thinkg.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Fantastic restaurant in Menlo Park - I am glad they opened up here. While the steak is fantastic, this restaurant will make even a vegetarian happy - fantastic salads, plenty of non-steak dishes and of course, awesome steaks. The bar is a great place to meet before dinner or just for drinks. Cannot speak highly enough of our experience here."
Dined on 03/07/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 23 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
the private room for 8 was
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"the private room for 8 was lovely. the service was horrible. the food was just fair."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2010
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 24 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
This was a first time visit
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was a first time visit to LB in Menlo Park (have been to the Santana Row location) and I must say I was impressed. The reviews on open table gave me some what of a skeptical feeling, but I went ahead and made a reservation to cure both my curiosity as well as my craving for a good steak without having to drive too far from home.
I tend to dine a little late but I did show up a bit early for our reservation and we were politely greeted by a smiling young hostes who had us seated right away. The restaurant did seem a bit busy so I do apreciate us not having to wait to be seated.
The portions were were great. We each had our own entree, I had halibut, and she had the filet. Shared a couple sides and were stuffed. We will be back."
Dined on 03/09/2013
2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, hot spot
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Review 25 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
OVER-RATED! First and LAST visit.
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"local dining spot new to Menlo Park, I've walked by and wanted to try it. My daughter had been to the one on Santana Row and RAVED about it.
I ordered the "special" pepper steak @ $45. What I got was a whole LOT of FAT and gristle! I kept having to pull pieces out of my mouth and spit it back on the plate. I was wholly disappointed. My mother ordered lobster which she had to wrestle out of the shell. It was hard and over-cooked!
We told the waiter who gave us a dessert. Was going to tell the chef but didn't and since the Manager was NOT very friendly.
Not sure how they will do in Marche's place, but I will not be returning....EVER! If you want a good steak, hit Izzy's in San Carlos. You cannot go wrong there."
Dined on 03/08/2013
2007
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Review 26 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We will be back!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was my second time at LB Steak, the first time was good but last nights experience was WONDERFUL. I was greeted by 2 smiling faces and promptly sat in a beautiful booth facing the windows. The server was professional and curtious without a hint of pretention, which is always to nice!
My husband was unable to make up his mind and asked the server for a drink recommendation, without blinking she described a "barrel aged negroni" which was some kind of gin drink which they aged in a barrel...awesome! I had a rather nice glass of Cabernet.
All of our food was also wonderful! we got a beet salad and a ceasar, and then two dry aged steaks that were cooked to prefection. Its so nice to go out and have a great meal, we will be back a"
Dined on 03/07/2013
2009
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 27 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Prime rib eye was the smallest
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Prime rib eye was the smallest steak I'd seen served in a long time, and the thinnest. My 13 oz rib eye was smaller than my friend's 8 oz filet."
Dined on 03/04/2013
2005
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Review 28 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The burger for $9.99 with
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The burger for $9.99 with fries is the best I have ever had."
Dined on 03/01/2013
2003
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, neighborhood gem
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Review 29 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
BadOpenTableRestaurantCommunication
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"This was a poorly managed Open-Table/Restaurant experience. Even though I booked months in advance and confirmed with the restaurant, there was an issue with the reservation. Apparently OpenTable overbooked the restaurant resulting in a nearly 45min wait for an already late 8:30pm reservation and were starving by the time we sat down. I had requested a special table with the restaurant (ignored) and we were seated in the back by the kitchens entrance and the emergency exit door. We noticed other customers getting higher levels of service (corkage fee waved, salad comp'd) because they had to wait 20min, and here we had to wait twice that. We asked to speak with the manager who was not to be found and eventually left."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
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Review 30 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Great food, Poor lighting
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"For some reason, the lights were cranked up half-way through our meal, and there was a light directly on me, which was super annoying. I'm suspicious that they did it based on another customer request, but regardless, they should have a policy against cranking up the lights (negatively influencing other diners) because of one needy/pushy customer. I usually wouldn't mention such a thing, but it was legitimately blinding, unnecessary, and the lights were fine before they turned them up (WAY up). I've sat at the same table before with no issues.
Other than that, the food was great and the service was prompt and courteous."
Dined on 02/22/2013
2010
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Review 31 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Still working out the kinks
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"They seemed a bit overwhelmed (we were there on Valentine's day), and they ran out of many items on the menu.
Service was a mixed bag; some great, some below average.
Food was ok. There's a lot of potential there, but at least on the night we were there, they didn't live up to it."
Service was a mixed bag; some great, some below average.
Food was ok. There's a lot of potential there, but at least on the night we were there, they didn't live up to it."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2006
Special Features: romantic
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Review 32 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Slow service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The aged rib eye was the delicious but it took us 2 hours and a half just for a salad, intermezzo, steak and dessert. The service was sooo slow and at 8 pm they already ran out of filet!"
Dined on 02/14/2013
2008
Special Features: neighborhood gem
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Review 33 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I was disappointed with LB
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I was disappointed with LB Steak. For the quality of the service and the food, it is over priced. The steak was good, but not great. My wife's steak was overdone. I am not likely to go back."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2005
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Review 34 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
OK, not great
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Sandwiched between Sundance in Palo Alto and Town in San Carlos is LB Steak. I hoped for something on par with both of those benchmarks. Alas, it was not the case. The food is fair at best. Some odd things on the menu - Caesar salad was overly fishy, the creamed spinach with poached egg was...not good at all (tasted bad, presented even worse). Steaks were good, but factor in price and no sides, it's just fair. Also, dry aged usually gives beef a depth of flavor. Mine was less flavorful that I would expect. Service was good, hostess/manager very nice, inviting. Fair overall because of price, if was a less expensive, would be a good value."
Dined on 02/13/2013
2006
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, hot spot
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Review 35 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Valentine's Day dinner was
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Valentine's Day dinner was their best ever since they opened."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 36 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Skip it!
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Poor)
1
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"My husband and I recently went to LB Steak for the first time on Valentines Day. Unfortunately, we sat in the middle of a very sterile back room with a speaker above our heads blasting rock music, it felt like we were at a concert. When we asked the waiter if we could fet the music turned down he agreed that it was loud but it took some time to fix necause he refused to leave his "area" of the reataurant to talk to the manager. The overall atmosphere was sterile and the food was mediocre for a steak house. There are so many others in the area that do such a better job on both foodand ambience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2004
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Review 37 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Small but cozy spot. Overall
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Small but cozy spot. Overall a good ambiance and great customer service. Food was good but not for the premium price."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 38 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
5 stars- enough said!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was my second time eating here. I came for a special quiet dinner with someone and we had an amazing time. We sat and talked for hours. The waiter knew when to come and interject, he made recommendations only when asked, and he was professional and attentive to our progress on meals."
Dined on 02/15/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 39 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
I had a bad experience at
Food
(Fair)
2
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"I had a bad experience at LB Steakhouse. My steak was chard and the side potato was pathetic. I had to send my entree back. When the check came, there were drinks added which I did not order. Also, despite taking my steak off the bill, they still tried to charge me for my side potato.
It seems there is a lack of quality control with the restaurant based upon reviews over the past few months. I will not eat here again as it is not worth the price. As for my experience this night, the chef ruined a good NY strip and it would have been cooked better at sizzler."
Dined on 02/16/2013
2013
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Review 40 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
We visited LB Steak on a Sunday
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We visited LB Steak on a Sunday evening for our daughter's birthday, especially for Prime Rib Sunday. Our reservations were for 7:30 pm and after being seated and ordered we were told there was no Prime Rib, while we were quite disappointed we reviewed the menu and selected different dishes. My daughter and I ordered the 4 oz filet, when it arrived, we were quite surprised, it was no more that a 2" X 2" piece of filet, not at all 4 oz! I also ordered a baked potatoe which was not fully cooked. Overall, the experience was very disappointing and we will not be returning anytime soon."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2007
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Review 41 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We were entertaining an old
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We were entertaining an old friend visiting Stanford and had only four hours to share. This was the perfect place. We all enjoy a great steak and a nice atmosphere but also wanted a place quiet enough to converse easily. The noise level was perfect for us, and the food was terrific. We shared the pork belly starter as well wa the 32 oz bone-in chop. Sunday evening's half-price deal on wines over $100 got us a very nice '06 Brunelo."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 42 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Give your review a title (optional)
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Fair)
2
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We went for prime rib, it was delicious. The service, however, was spotty."
Dined on 02/10/2013
2008
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Review 43 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Simply one of my favorites
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Simply one of my favorites in the peninsula area."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2010
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 44 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Give your review a title (optional)
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a large party (8) and had a table in the back - a bit large for 8, so it was difficult to have a conversation with everyone - clearly unfortunate. Food was a bit uneven. Beet salad and lobster bisque were delicious. Sides were under seasoned (mushrooms, green beans), baked potato was terrible - one bite was enough. Steaks were good (once mine was cooked the way I ordered it). The wine we order was wonderful. I don't know that I would rush back here. Given the cost, it just wasn't worth it. I prefer Towne."
Dined on 02/02/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 45 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
The steak I had was a disappointmen
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Poor)
1
/
5
Ambiance
(Fair)
2
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The steak I had was a disappointment. it was too thin for a $45 Ribeye, and was not very juicy for a medium rare high end steak. The waiter seemed determined to get us to buy wine, even though we brought our own bottle with us. After we declined his offer of the wine list at least twice, he brought it anyway and put it in front of the only one in our party not drinking wine....suggesting he look at their Bordeau selections. We were stunned at the audacity. We will not be back. Too bad, because we do like the location."
Dined on 01/29/2013
2013
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Review 46 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
We had a great time - our
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a great time - our first and will come back again."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2003
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 47 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Food was good. We were a
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food was good. We were a party of 3, one person had the rib eye which was excellent, the other 2 had the 8oz filet -good taste but not shaped like a traditional filet - it appeared to be end cuts of a large filet. I think food should be appealing to the eye and this was not.
Fries and onion rings were excellent. Lobster mac and cheese was dry as was the chocolate bread pudding."
Fries and onion rings were excellent. Lobster mac and cheese was dry as was the chocolate bread pudding."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2010
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 48 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best place in Menlo Park for
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Best place in Menlo Park for Steak"
Dined on 01/28/2013
2010
Special Features: late-night find
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Review 49 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
We took seven people here
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We took seven people here for my son's sixteenth birthday. They gave us a semi-private room. The service was friendly and helpful. The food was excellent. I'm going back for my birthday."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2006
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 50 for LB Steak Menlo Park
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Best steak I've had in years.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Best steak I've had in years. Going back as soon as I can."
Dined on 01/24/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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