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Sundance The Steakhouse

1921 El Camino Real, Palo Alto, CA 94306
(650) 321-6798
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Ranked #19 of 268 restaurants in Palo Alto
Price range: $31 - $40
Cuisines: American, Seafood, Steakhouse
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Good for: Romance, Bar scene, Large groups, Doing business, Special occasions, Entertaining clients
Dining options: Lunch, Dinner, Reservations, Late Night
Dining style: Casual Elegant
Cross street: Stanford Ave.
Description: Since its opening in 1974, prime steaks and martinis have never gone out of style at this Palo Alto institution. The atmosphere is very clubby with fireplaces, dark wood, sports memorabilia and plush leather booths tucked into the many nooks throughout the dining room. Famous for their slow-roasted prime rib & hand-cut U.S.D.A Prime Steaks, they also offer fresh seafood, cold water lobster tail & succulent shellfish. The 23 oz. Bone-In Rib eye Steak is the "Boss' Favorite" while the Double Cut Filet Mignon runs a close second. Sundance is respected for serving the best food money can buy coupled with value & simplicity – a welcome relief for serious food & steak aficionados. The menu is supported by an award-winning wine list that features over 400 selections focusing on highly allocated Napa Valley Cabernets & Sonoma Pinot Noirs. Exceptional ratings & numerous restaurant awards rank Sundance the Steakhouse as a true dining destination.
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London, United Kingdom
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed May 19, 2013 NEW

Excellent menu, with good variety. I'm revisiting working my way through the steaks and rest of the menu. Its all great with excellent service and great selection of wine. easy parking too.

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San Jose, California
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3 of 5 stars Reviewed May 11, 2013

I had a large (12 person) party and I wanted to have a nice location and great steak house. The food was VERY good, however the service was lousy. We needed to request almost EVERYTHING by flagging down staff. Since it was a business dinner 18% was automatically added to the bill. I did not dispute this but in hindsight... More

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Stanford, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed May 1, 2013 via mobile

Probably the title says it all. I have been here so many times and never had the food disappointed me. The steak is always good. I ordered a salmon menu this team and it does not fall short of perfection. The service this time is a bit lacking. The lady who serves us tries to rush us. When my friend... More

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 30, 2013

It is always busy and noisy and because I am ready for peace and quiet by the end of the day, I stop there for a prime rib dinner to go every trip to Palo Alto. The do excellent prime rib, good salads. They pack it to go with salad dressing on the side, too much sourdough bread and butter,... More

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Colorado
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed April 24, 2013

Good steaks, a little pricey. A very nice wine list, good service and a good restaurant for conversation, either business or one on one. Recommended for a casual, relaxing evening.

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Lansdale, Pennsylvania
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed April 20, 2013

We had a FANTASTIC dinner at Sundance! The service was great. Our waiter took care of our special requests and was very attentive!

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Paso Robles, California
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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 28, 2013

Cozy, old world atmosphere with sports memorabilia everywhere. Service was excellent, but food was a bit slow getting to us. Don't be in a rush here. We chose from the "early" menu, and the portions were perfect, with prices to match. Would go back again if ever in the area.

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4 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013

I was taken here by a business associate for dinner. I had NY Strip Steak and Wedge salad for dinner. We had great wine and food was very good. Great overall experience. Would go back again.

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3 of 5 stars Reviewed February 25, 2013 via mobile

This place is expensive , poor parking and poor lighting . I have been a few time . I really enjoy prime rib and probably will go back because the prime rib is ....ok ...until I find another place then I will not go back . The reviews are correct about the staff thinking they are MUCH better than they... More

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Mountain View, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed February 14, 2013 via mobile

Have eaten here many times in the past but having retired, this was 1 luxury we thgt we had 2 give up. It was hard bcause the food has always been delicious, the atmosphere romantic, & the servers polite. When my sister Roleen suggested going there 4 my birthday, I told here it was 2 xpensive but she said they... More

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