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Carvers Steaks & Chops, San Diego, CA

Carvers Steaks & Chops

4.7
4.7
2985 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steak

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 43 times today

About this restaurant

  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighbourhood gem
  • Charming
Welcome to Carvers Steaks and Chops - a San Diego restaurant committed to the tradition of the big-city steakhouse without the big-city price or the big-city drive.

Located in the community of Rancho Bernardo, Carvers is the perfect destination for whatever mood you're in. Whether it's stopping in to enjoy a hand-shaken martini after work or bringing the family in to sample some of our award-winning prime rib, choice steaks, seafood options, and meals for the kids, we will cater to your every need.

Visit us and experience our array of dining options, live entertainment, and top-notch service. Carvers Steaks & Chops - voted North San Diego County's Finest Steakhouse twenty two years running.

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
  • Phone number
    (858) 485-1262
  • Website
    http://carverssteak.com/
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Victor Cisneros
  • Catering
    Traditional buckboard catering with items cooked over red oak, our classic items prepared in house, and served on site.
  • Private party facilities
    Two private dining rooms available holding up to 38 and 70 guests each.
  • Location
    11940 Bernardo Plaza Dr, San Diego, CA 92128
  • Area
    Poway / Rancho Bernardo
  • Cross Street
    Bernardo Center Dr & Bernardo Plaza Dr
  • Parking details
    Wrap around parking with additional parking available in the nearby shopping center.
  • Entertainment
    Classic Rock and Roll every Friday and Saturday evening in our lounge (8pm-12am). Small dance floor.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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Menu

Carvers Steaks & Chops's menu was last updated 2023-09-08.

Main

  • Gooey Brownie a la ModeUSD 7.95

    A rich Chocolate Flourless Brownie served warm & topped with vanilla bean ice cream

    • Mississippi Mudd PieUSD 7.95

      Oreo cookie crumbs, coffee ice cream, and a thin layer of fudge and slivered almonds

      • Crème BruleeUSD 7.95

        Fresh vanilla custard topped with caramelized sugar-in-the-raw

        • Apple Cinnamon Bread PuddingUSD 6.50

          Bread mixed with custard and sliced apples. Baked to perfection and served with powdered sugar and caramel sauce

          • White Chocolate Raspberry CheesecakeUSD 7.95

            Sweet cream cheese with white chocolate, with raspberry puree in a graham cracker crust

            • Creamy Ice CreamUSD 5.95

              Rich, creamy ice cream; chocolate, salted caramel, or vanilla bean. Served plain or topped with fudge, caramel, or raspberry glace

              • SorbetUSD 5.50

                Flavor varies from week to week. Please ask your server

                Last updated: 29 August 2023

                What 2,985 people are saying

                Carvers Steaks & Chops reviews from people who’ve dined at this restaurant. Based on recent rating.

                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
                • 4.8Service
                • 4.6Ambience
                • 4.6Value

                Noise • Moderate

                Loved For

                • San Diego

                  Steak

                • North San Diego

                  Best Value

                • North San Diego

                  Steak

                Review summary

                AI-generated from verified diner reviews
                Carvers Steaks & Chops offers a classic steakhouse experience with "fantastic service," "wonderful food," and a "great atmosphere." It delights guests with perfectly cooked steaks and a diverse menu, complemented by a welcoming staff. The early dining menu is a "fantastic value." Despite occasional noise, it's a "favorite for special occasions."

                2,985 Reviews

                1. Nick VIP

                  San Diego40 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined today

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Always nice, always great service, always great food, always a great evening. The five of us are here once a month: does that tell you anything?

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                2. RicS

                  San Diego1 review

                  3.0

                  Dined 1 day ago

                  1. Overall 3
                  2. Food 2
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 1
                  First time to Carvers. The exterior and interior were well worn and maintenance of it was negligible. The front entrance was dirty, the inside was old and neglected. The bricks in the fireplace had fallen off the sides and just laying around broken, not pretty. The outdoor canopy is old and deteriorated and very unattractive. For a $250 dinner, I expected more and overall disappointed. The best thing we ate was the cheesy garlic bread, everything else just ok.

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                3. Skip VIP

                  San Diego87 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined 2 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 4
                  4. Ambience 5
                  The food was wonderful and the restaurant had a great ambiance. Their Tuesday specials are very reasonably priced! I will definitely recommend this restaurant.

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                4. OpenTable Diner

                  Orange County1 review

                  3.0

                  Dined 4 days ago

                  1. Overall 3
                  2. Food 3
                  3. Service 4
                  4. Ambience 3
                  Food was so-so… forgot to bring out appetizer and also the sauce for my Oscar style steak. Asked for medium steak, was well done…

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                5. gloria

                  San Diego11 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined 4 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  We had a great time at Carvers . Old school great service and amazing food. The sever was friendly and knew all about the food. We really enjoyed ourselves. .

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                6. Denis

                  San Diego35 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined 5 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 4
                  We wanted a steak and baked potato....it was perfect! First place that came to mind when I wanted a piece of beef!

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                7. CFandTF

                  San Diego8 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined 6 days ago

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Our server, Ashley, was wonderful and the food was great

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                8. Luv2trysomethingnew VIP

                  San Diego6 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined on 12 March 2025

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 4
                  Great place for quality food at a reasonable price with outstanding service

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                9. Michael

                  San Diego3 reviews

                  5.0

                  Dined on 12 March 2025

                  1. Overall 5
                  2. Food 5
                  3. Service 5
                  4. Ambience 5
                  Unaware of Tuesday Night Specials so that was a big surprise. Eat here frequently and the food is always outstanding, and the service is exceptional.

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                10. Pat

                  San Diego5 reviews

                  1.0

                  Dined on 8 March 2025

                  1. Overall 1
                  2. Food 1
                  3. Service 3
                  4. Ambience 1
                  The overall experience felt overrated, from ambience to the food quality. It could have been a bad night but I was extremely disappointed.

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                FAQs

                Carvers Steaks & Chops offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (858) 485-1262.

                Carvers Steaks & Chops is rated 4.7 stars by 2985 OpenTable diners.

                Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

                Make a booking

                2 people
                7:00 pm
                Booked 43 times today
                Google Map for Carvers Steaks & Chops

                11940 Bernardo Plaza Dr, San Diego, CA 92128

                Additional information

                • Cross Street
                  Bernardo Center Dr & Bernardo Plaza Dr
                • Area
                  Poway / Rancho Bernardo
                • Hours of Operation
                  Dinner Tue–Sun 4:00 pm–8:30 pm
                • Price
                  $31 to $50
                • Cuisines
                  Steak, Seafood, American
                • Dining style
                  Casual Elegant
                • Dress code
                  Casual Dress
                • Parking details
                  Wrap around parking with additional parking available in the nearby shopping center.
                • Payment Options
                  AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
                • Executive Chef
                  Victor Cisneros
                • Entertainment
                  Classic Rock and Roll every Friday and Saturday evening in our lounge (8pm-12am). Small dance floor.
                • Additional
                  Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
                • Website
                  http://carverssteak.com/
                • Phone number
                  (858) 485-1262
                • Catering
                  Traditional buckboard catering with items cooked over red oak, our classic items prepared in house, and served on site.
                • Private party facilities
                  Two private dining rooms available holding up to 38 and 70 guests each.

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