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Carvers Steaks & Chops, San Diego, CA

Carvers Steaks & Chops

4.7
4.7
2999 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steak

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7:00 PM
Booked 31 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for groups
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.

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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
  • 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.
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 2,999 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
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

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 an "upscale dining experience" with a menu featuring perfectly cooked steaks, prime rib, and lamb chops. Guests appreciate the "outstanding service" and "great value," especially during early dinner specials. Despite some noise and decor concerns, patrons return for the "delicious food" and warm, inviting atmosphere.
2,999 Reviews
  1. dan

    San Diego12 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Friendly, courteous staff. Great waitress! Food was good.

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  2. Kelli

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We had a nice evening with good friends and yummy food!

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  3. Stephen

    Los Angeles2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Carvers is my go-to restaurant when I'm in Rancho Bernardo and I share the experience with friends. The restaurant never disappoints. The menu has excellent variety, and the food is always well prepared. The value for money is outstanding because the dinner includes a salad or soup plus a side dish. The wine list is excellent and their prices reasonable. I heartily recommend Carvers for an upscale dining experience.

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  4. B

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went to Carver Steakhouse for a birthday dinner and left seriously impressed. I had the New York Strip—perfectly cooked, full of flavor. We started with the spinach and artichoke dip, and wow… it was so good, definitely a must-try. They didn’t skimp on the artichokes—actual chunks, not just a suggestion—which made all the difference. Our server was wonderful—warm, attentive, and genuinely thoughtful throughout the night. I wish I remembered her name, because she truly added something special to the experience, and we’re really grateful for that. To top it off, they brought out a complimentary bread pudding with caramel drizzle for each of us. I took it home, thinking I’d save it for later… but let’s be honest, it didn’t stand a chance once i put it in the microwave. Great atmosphere, great service—can’t wait to go back!

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  5. Adina VIP

    San Diego35 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great Earlybird dinner menu. Brendon was a fantastic server. A little noisy. But the first time in a good while that we have been on a Friday night usually go on Tuesday night.

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  6. Travis

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Service was excellent, appreciate everything that they did for us, will definitely come back again.

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  7. Pam

    San Diego6 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and service were great! No complaints. We were celebrating 2 birthdays.

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  8. Michael

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined 6 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Had the filet minion . Cooked perfectly served hot at the table. A great meal.

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  9. Deacon

    San Diego5 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 24, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very good place and has been high quality for decades. Service is exceptional and the food is also exceptional for a great price. High value for the money

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  10. Don

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 23, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Nice quaint Steakhouse. Old school style with great service.

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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 2999 OpenTable diners.

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

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Google Map for Carvers Steaks & Chops

11940 Bernardo Plaza Dr, San Diego, CA 92128

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Bernardo Center Dr & Bernardo Plaza Dr
  • Neighborhood
    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, Takeout, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
  • 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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