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Bull & Bourbon Steakhouse, El Cajon, CA

Bull & Bourbon Steakhouse

4.6
4.6
1705 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Romantic
Bull & Bourbon is a cut above other steakhouses – literally. Our innovative approach to classic steakhouse cuisine makes for a multi-sensory experience. Enjoy steaks prepared on our custom wood burning grill paired with our extensive and hand-selected bourbon menu for flavors that beautifully complement each other. Because we source local coastal California seafood, use steaks cut from our in-house butcher program, and choose select cuts from our on-site aging room, we always start with top-quality ingredients to create mouthwatering dishes. You will always know from where your food has been sourced, and our chefs approach cooking as the true art that it is.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (619) 659-3374
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Executive Chef
    Mark Wermiel
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy the innovative steakhouse cuisine of Bull & Bourbon with a private group dining experience. Our private dining room can accommodate smaller groups and is ideal for birthday parties, smaller office parties, holiday gatherings, and other special events. This room’s quiet yet spacious setting gives your group an intimate dining experience away from the general dining area. Our group dining menus offer plenty of options for parties of various sizes. Full venue buyouts are also available. The ideal venue for every occasion, including: Corporate | Social | Rehearsal Dinners | Graduations | Wedding Receptions | Birthday Celebrations | Golf Tournament Receptions | Holiday | Bourbon + Steak Tastings | Presentation Dinners
  • Area
    El Cajon / Lakeside
  • Cross Street
    Dehesa and Casino Dr
  • Parking details
    Self Park and Valet are available and are complimentary
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 1,705 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • East County

    Best Service

  • East County

    Best Ambience

  • East County

    Best Value

  • East County

    Hot spot

  • East County

    Good for special occasions

  • East County

    Lively

  • East County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Bull & Bourbon Steakhouse offers a delicious dining experience with "great food and service", making it a perfect spot for special occasions. Guests rave about the "amazing steaks", attentive staff, and inviting ambiance. Despite occasional service hiccups, the overall experience leaves diners eager to return.

1,705 Reviews
  1. Matt

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    4.0

    8 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    We had a very nice dinner, I had a cup of baked potato soup and my wife had a side salad. My wife had the 8 oz filet and I had the 18 oz ribeye, both were very good. We shared a twice baked potato for a side dish which was great and plenty big enough for us to share.

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  2. Kevin

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great meal from start to finish, Isaiah our server was spot on with recommendations and pairings, hostess was prompt, drinks were great and the steak was cooked to perfection. We’ll be back - so much so that as we left we made follow on reservations! The place was just a little noisy only because there was live music going on and it did not distract from the atmosphere.
    Bull & Bourbon SteakhouseResponded today
    We appreciate you taking the time to leave a review for your experience with us, Kevin. We will certainly pass along your thanks and regards to Isaiah – he will be delighted to hear your kind words. We are also pleased to know that our hostess was prompt, the drinks were great, and the steak was cooked to perfection. We look forward to welcoming you back soon, and we are delighted that you made follow-on reservations as you left. Thank you again for your feedback and for choosing to dine with us.

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  3. Matthew

    VIP

    San Diego

    5 reviews

    4.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    We frequent Bull and Bourbon regularly. Our server was not B&B trained and normally works at Suerte, which is a much different ambiance. We will be there again very soon and be sure to request a booth in Daniel’s section. Otherwise, the food was excellent as always.

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  4. karen

    San Diego

    10 reviews

    5.0

    10 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great food even greater price for a complete meal steak lobster soup or salad vegetable and mashed potatoes and cake for dessert and great server Is Isaiah

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  5. Sarah

    San Diego

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    What an amazing night. Dinner was fantastic. Had the bacon wrapped shrimp, French onion soup , and a chicken piccata. What a great night to spend my husband birthday 
    Bull & Bourbon SteakhouseResponded on 8 February 2025
    Thank you for sharing your wonderful experience with us Sarah! We're delighted to hear that you had an amazing night celebrating your husband's birthday and enjoyed our bacon-wrapped shrimp, French onion soup, and chicken piccata. Your kind words mean a lot to us, and we look forward to welcoming you back for more memorable occasions.

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  6. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 3
    90 minutes to be served was bewildering. 45 minutes to be informed appetizer wasn’t available. Lobster served with pasta was over cooked and entree was overly salty, sent back to chef. The manager and waiters efforts far exceeded the overpriced food.

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  7. Joseph

    VIP

    San Diego

    44 reviews

    2.0

    44 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    The potato soup was mediocre, tasted like watered down mashed potatoes. The rack of lamb was good as were the mushrooms. My wife ordered a well-done steak, and it was not well done and too pink. The server was excellent and very personable and attentive.
    Bull & Bourbon SteakhouseResponded on 8 February 2025
    Thank you for taking the time to share your dining experience with us Joseph. We sincerely apologize that the potato soup and the steak did not meet your expectations. Your feedback is invaluable, and we will address these issues with our kitchen team to ensure improvements are made. We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed the rack of lamb and mushrooms, and that our server provided excellent, personable, and attentive service. We strive to offer a well-rounded dining experience, and your positive comments about the service and certain dishes are greatly appreciated. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back and provide a more consistent and enjoyable meal. Please let us know if there’s anything specific we can do to make your next visit exceptional.

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  8. Nicholas

    VIP

    San Diego

    30 reviews

    2.0

    30 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    Definitely better steak houses in San Diego. Steak was tough and experience was just ok.

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  9. Carlos

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 8 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great steakhouse, convenient to those staying, playing, and/or attending an event.
    Bull & Bourbon SteakhouseResponded on 8 February 2025
    Thank you for your kind words about our steakhouse Carlos! We're delighted to hear that you found it convenient and enjoyable, whether you're staying with us, playing, or attending an event. We look forward to welcoming you back soon for another great dining experience.

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  10. david

    VIP

    San Diego

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 7 February 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    One of the best steakhouses in San Diego County. Love this place.
    Bull & Bourbon SteakhouseResponded on 7 February 2025
    Thank you so much for your kind words David. We really appreciate you taking the time to share your experience with us. We count ourselves lucky for guests like you. We look forward to having you again in the future! 

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Bull & Bourbon Steakhouse is rated 4.6 stars by 1705 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 15 times today
Google Map for Bull & Bourbon Steakhouse

5469 Casino Way, El Cajon, CA 92019

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Dehesa and Casino Dr
  • Area
    El Cajon / Lakeside
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed–Sun 5:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Bar / Lounge / Bottle Service, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Self Park and Valet are available and are complimentary
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Mark Wermiel
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (619) 659-3374
  • Private party facilities
    Enjoy the innovative steakhouse cuisine of Bull & Bourbon with a private group dining experience. Our private dining room can accommodate smaller groups and is ideal for birthday parties, smaller office parties, holiday gatherings, and other special events. This room’s quiet yet spacious setting gives your group an intimate dining experience away from the general dining area. Our group dining menus offer plenty of options for parties of various sizes. Full venue buyouts are also available. The ideal venue for every occasion, including: Corporate | Social | Rehearsal Dinners | Graduations | Wedding Receptions | Birthday Celebrations | Golf Tournament Receptions | Holiday | Bourbon + Steak Tastings | Presentation Dinners
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