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The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon, Temecula, CA

The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon

4.7
4.7
1773 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon is located in the heart of Old Town Temecula and brings a new standard to local casual fine dining. Expansive views from our third floor veranda and elegant turn of the century setting offers an intimate and inviting atmosphere. Our Classic Steak and Seafood menu features only the highest quality aged Midwestern corn-fed beef along with many other sumptuous selections. We offer an impressive wine list featuring vintages from many local wineries and from the finest regions of the world. Our bar features Premium Spirits, Draft Beer, Fine Wine and mouthwatering appetizers. Enjoy live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday Nights. Join us for a casually sophisticated Brunch on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Closed on Mondays. Always a romantic Dinner and truly distinctive dining experience! Parties over 4 are considered large parties please call to check availability & please do not double book. 2 hour table limit on all reservations

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (951) 699-2895
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private banquet room or we offer our private veranda over looking Old Town Temecula. Our veranda is enclosed and temperature controlled.
  • Area
    Temecula
  • Cross Street
    Front Street
  • Parking details
    Friday-Sunday Valet Parking Offered
  • Entertainment
    Now Playing; Guitarist Tim Cash, The Classics from Izon Eden, Alex Drizos...
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining

What 1,773 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.7
4.7 based on recent ratings
  • 4.7Food
  • 4.7Service
  • 4.6Ambience
  • 4.3Value

NoiseModerate

Diners' Choice Awards

  • San Diego

    Steakhouse

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Overall

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Food

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Service

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Ambience

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Value

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Neighbourhood gem

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Good for special occasions

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Lively

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon in Temecula is a beloved local gem known for its "exceptional steakhouse" experience. Diners rave about the perfectly cooked steaks, generous portions, and reasonable prices. The warm, welcoming atmosphere and attentive service make it a popular choice for special occasions. While parking can be challenging, the "delicious meals" and "great service" ensure a memorable dining experience.

1,773 Reviews
  1. Jay

    Los Angeles

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great place to get a a top notch steak. Service was on point never felt neglected nor over serviced. Worth every penny.

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  2. John

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    4.0

    3 reviews

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Server was good. Calamari appetizer was very good. They list the description of how the steaks will be cooked depending on what you pick but one of our steaks was SEVERALLY undercooked. Food took a while for 4 pm reservation but overall, a good experience and good food. Only upscale steakhouse I know that includes sides with each steak, that was a bonus.

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  3. Earle

    San Francisco

    17 reviews

    3.0

    17 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 2
    Our reservation was for 7pm. We waited over a half hour for our table. Seated at 7:38pm. Our server could have been better. No smile. Just there for the money. It was extremely hard to hear a conversation due to the loud dining guests surrounding us. We have been going to the GC for 10 plus years. This was the worst time dining at the GC. It was my wife Bday and sitting for over a half hour for our reserved table was unacceptable

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  4. Michele

    VIP

    Orange County

    95 reviews

    5.0

    95 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food and service. We really enjoyed the entire meal

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  5. Warren

    Austin

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Great food and wonderful service. We had the creamy clam chowder, filet steak tips appetizer and the mushroom side dish. All were excellent

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  6. Kim

    VIP

    San Diego

    30 reviews

    5.0

    30 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Food and service was great. It's pretty noisy in here but everything was great.

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  7. Linda

    Los Angeles

    6 reviews

    4.0

    6 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    The food was excellent however took an hour to get to the table. Had to remind the waitress a couple of times we were celebrating a birthday. Enjoyed sitting on the patio in the evening with the heaters going.

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  8. Robert

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow meow

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  9. melanie

    San Diego

    31 reviews

    5.0

    31 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Huge portions, delicious food and great selection. Very fun ambience, kitschy decor and very festive at the holidays. We always have the nicest servers. It's always busy, so make a reservation.

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  10. Gilbert

    Atlanta Metro

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    This was our first visit to this restaurant. We had no idea Old Town Temecula had such a gem of a restaurant! We will surely return.

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The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon is rated 4.7 stars by 1773 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
19:00
Booked 29 times today
Google Map for The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon

42072 5th Street, 3rd Floor, Temecula, CA 92590

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Front Street
  • Area
    Temecula
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Friday-Sunday Valet Parking Offered
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Now Playing; Guitarist Tim Cash, The Classics from Izon Eden, Alex Drizos...
  • Additional
    Patio/Outdoor Dining
  • Phone number
    (951) 699-2895
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private banquet room or we offer our private veranda over looking Old Town Temecula. Our veranda is enclosed and temperature controlled.
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