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Hunter Steakhouse - Oceanside

4.3 (1118)
$30 and under
Steakhouse
1221 Vista Way, Oceanside, CA 92054

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Hunter Steakhouse - Oceanside

4.3
$30 and under
Steakhouse
Oceanside

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 22 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Welcome to Hunter Steakhouse "serving the best Prime Rib in Town". We embrace our 40 year tradition as a classic steakhouse while continually renewing our commitment to small town hospitality. when you visit us in the City of Oceanside, our staff looks forward to serving you with a smile. We know that you'll find our award winning Prime Rib, hand carved steaks and chops, fresh seafood, and many other home made dishes to your liking. From our table side salad bar to our home made soups and sauces we take a great deal of pride in offering you only the freshest ingredients. We're truly honored to have you as our guests. You're family, You're invited.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Whether it's a small intimate gathering or a large corporate event off site, Hunter Steakhouse catering will assist in making your celebration memorable. Choose from an array of menu options including our traditional "Santa Maria Style" BBQ. This very popular choice consists of tri-tip sirloin and & chicken slowly cooked over red oak on one of our old fashioned buckboard barbecue pits. If you can imagine it we can create it. If you would prefer to build your own menu, we would be happy to accommodate any requests you make. Hunter Steakhouse looks forward to serving you.
  • Private party facilities
    Our unique "log cabin" inspired buildings allow us to have a wide selection of different rooms and options for your next large gathering. From small to large parties we have an abundance of different private rooms available to host your next great event. Let us help you make your next dinner party memorable.
  • Area
    Oceanside
  • Cross street
    Stewart St.
  • Parking Details
    Our lot is directly in front of the restaurant as well as on the East side of the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Reviews

OpenTable reviews from verified diners

Reviews from people who have dined at Hunter Steakhouse - Oceanside.

4.3

4.3
(1118)
  • 4.4Food
  • 4.4Service
  • 4.1Ambience
  • 4.3Value

Noise • Moderate

Loved For

  • North San Diego

    Romantic

  • North San Diego

    Good for special occasions

  • North San Diego

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Hunter Steakhouse in Oceanside offers a classic steakhouse experience with a nostalgic vibe, "great food" and "impeccable service." Regular patrons praise servers like Adrian and Jeanine for their attentive service. The restaurant features "delicious prime rib" and hearty portions. Despite some mixed reviews on food quality, it's a local favorite for special occasions.
1,118 Reviews
  1. KEN Gold

    San Diego118 reviews

    4.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Always plenty of good food. Rustic ambience and interesting clientele.

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  2. Joan

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    1.0

    Dined on 27 October 2026

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 1
    The food was subpar. Mashed potatoes that had no milk or salt in them at all, overcooked vegetables and a skinny little steak for $42. A waitress who spoke so fast you could barely understand her and didn’t seem to wanna make your dining experience anything special. Would not go back here.

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  3. Roger

    Los Angeles13 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 26 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Not our first time here. As long as your not in a rush to get in and out this is a great place to have a great dinner. The food was great and the drinks were top notch. Parking is tight but free. We shall return

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  4. KEN Gold

    San Diego118 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 25 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Adrian was an excellent waiter as usual. Our guests loved it food and all.

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  5. Julia Gold

    San Diego3 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 21 October 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    The Monday Tuesday Wednesday dinner specials were a good value.

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  6. S . Conrad Gold

    Calgary / Southern Alberta3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 13 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Hunter Steakhouse in Oceanside is a great spot for a classic steakhouse dinner. The atmosphere is comfortable and welcoming, making it a nice place to enjoy a meal with family or friends. A solid local choice for a night out.

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  7. William

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on 7 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Beautiful meal at a place I haven't been to in over 30 years. The dinner special with Prime Rib was perfect. My wife lived the lamb and her chocolate birthday cake. Adrian was a great server. Definitely a must visit of you haven't been there.

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  8. KEN Gold

    San Diego118 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on 7 October 2026

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Adrian is an amazing waiter. He always remembers my wife’s drink and when we order which is after about 10 minutes. Food always good and plentiful.

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  9. Carolyn

    Los Angeles9 reviews

    2.0

    Dined on 4 October 2026

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 3
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 4
    Disappointed with the food, both my steak and my spouses were not cooked to right temperature/preference. other food was alright but it felt over priced for what was received. Probably wouldn’t dine here again.

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  10. Chris

    San Diego16 reviews

    4.0

    Dined on 30 September 2026

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We really like this place, the last one in the San Diego area. We live an hour away from it. We go here for a special dinner. Each time it has been great. This time was different. The service was great but too quick. We usually have a break between appetizers, salad and the main meal. It was really quick. Started on apps and then the salad came then the meal. The wife's steak was supposed to be medium rare but was more medium. The veggies were not cooked enough and the carrots were hard and I mean hard, almost not cooked. The dessert was super and I got an extra piece of cake I guess for the hard veggies. Anyway we always get a lighted sparkle on special occasions but didn't this time. This was our 45th wedding anniversary. The waiter said they only do it for birthdays, but we told him we got one last year on our anniversary. I had also listed in the reservation comments too. Well, he said he would do it for sure next year. We will see. Otherwise a nice dinner place to go to.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Dining
  • Price
    $30 and under
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:30 am–2:00 pm Lunch Daily 11:30 am–3:30 pm Dinner Mon–Thu, Sun 3:30 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:30 pm–9:30 pm
  • Phone number
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Catering
    Whether it's a small intimate gathering or a large corporate event off site, Hunter Steakhouse catering will assist in making your celebration memorable. Choose from an array of menu options including our traditional "Santa Maria Style" BBQ. This very popular choice consists of tri-tip sirloin and & chicken slowly cooked over red oak on one of our old fashioned buckboard barbecue pits. If you can imagine it we can create it. If you would prefer to build your own menu, we would be happy to accommodate any requests you make. Hunter Steakhouse looks forward to serving you.
  • Private party facilities
    Our unique "log cabin" inspired buildings allow us to have a wide selection of different rooms and options for your next large gathering. From small to large parties we have an abundance of different private rooms available to host your next great event. Let us help you make your next dinner party memorable.
  • Area
    Oceanside
  • Cross street
    Stewart St.
  • Parking Details
    Our lot is directly in front of the restaurant as well as on the East side of the restaurant.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

FAQs

Yes, Hunter Steakhouse suits special evenings: guests have celebrated anniversaries there and praise its cozy, fireplace-accented dining and memorable anniversary dinners.

Portions are described as plentiful, guests regularly call the steaks and meals generous, with several noting large, satisfying prime-rib and steak servings.

Sunday brunch is a guest favorite, Hunter's weekend brunch (Sat–Sun 9:30 am–2:00 pm) gets repeated praise, while the Monday–Wednesday four-course dinner is also frequently enjoyed.

Hunter Steakhouse tends to fill up for evening service, guests report busy Saturday and Tuesday evenings, while weekday mid‑afternoons (around 2:30–5:00 PM) have been described as quiet and relaxed.

Casual dress, comfortable, informal attire is appropriate; nothing formal is required.

Yes, families frequently dine and celebrate here, with guests reporting family birthday dinners and children’s options like mac-and-cheese on kids’ plates.

For a quieter visit, try Tuesday mid‑afternoon (about 2:30–5:00 pm); many guests also call Sunday “the best day, ” and lunch, especially the prime‑rib lunch deal, draws happy diners.

Yes, guests report the staff will accommodate seating requests, for example placing a small party on the main level to avoid stairs when asked.

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Hunter Steakhouse - Oceanside

4.3
$30 and under
Steakhouse
Oceanside

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 22 times today
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