The Gambling Cowboy

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Rustic-yet-elegant steakhouse featuring filet mignon, lobster mac 'n cheese & Maine lobster tail.

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Rustic-yet-elegant steakhouse featuring filet mignon, lobster mac 'n cheese & Maine lobster tail.

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(951) 699-2895

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My wife and I were really excited to visit this restaurant. I made reservations for her birthday to try it For the 1st time. I showed up a little late, But they still allowed us to get seated quickly, which was nice. It took our waitress a little bit to get to us as they were at capacity, but she was very nice and attentive once she arrived. She took our drink orders and all the drinks were really good. I had a watermelon mojito and my wife had a fruit sangria. Where things started to fall apart was the wait time. It took a long time to get food to us. She even miss-recommended splitting a wedge salad. I asked if it was big enough to share and she said, yes, it was a good size. When it came to us it was probably the smallest salad I have ever eaten. Definitely not big enough to share. It was delicious and had I had a full order, it would have been perfect. We started with the appetizers which my son and I had shrimp cocktail. That was really good except for they hide all the cocktail sauce in lettuce in a cup and it makes it very difficult to dip the shrimp in lettuce mixed with cocktail sauce. The next course we got was was clam chowder for me and my wife ordered French onion soup. My wife's French onion soup was absolutely fantastic. Probably the best I've ever had flavor-wise. The only issue was the temp of the soupbwas not hot enough. As if it had sat a good while before coming out. My clam chowder was one of the worst I've ever had. It was very chocky and full of large lumps of flour. Due to the small salad size and my lack of taste for the soup, I opted to order a steak Burger for the next day or if I was still hungry at the end of our dinner. For her entree my wife ordered a filet mignon with French fries. She felt it was slightly overcooked but I thought it looked about what she ordered. By that point we had shared enough food that we were both fairly full and had just enough room for dessert. For dessert I ordered bread pudding and she had the creme Brule. Both were really good and my son opted to share my bread pudding with me so I had a few bites and shared the creme brule with my wife. Overall it was a good meal and good experience it's not likely we'll go back. Although my wife's soup was phenomenal it came out a little hotter than room temperature and that kind of put her off even though the taste was very flavourful. The service was excellent and the hostess and staff were all very nice, but the prices were prices were 5 star dining prices and I would give this restaurant roughly 3 and a 1/2 stars or maaaaybe 4. If they made small tweaks it would be a solid 4. Maybe we came on amnoff day. Who knows. If we do return it would be for appetizers and for sure the French onion soup and drinks. Side note, when I got home I checked my steak Burger and they got it wrong and gave me a steak and fries instead. Almost forgot my son, he ordered Mac and cheese and it was absolutely phenomenal as well so that was a plus. Sorry for the half eaten food pics. I generally try and remember to take pics but I was distracted by my beautiful wife lol.

Solomon Rodgers JrSolomon Rodgers Jr

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We went there to celebrate my daughter's 18th, her choice, and she's a Vegetarian. The decor is rustic cowboyish. The lighting is fairly dim during the evening. We had reservations, so we didn't have to wait long. Although cordial, the hostess was not very sincere. Our waitress, Ellen, and her helper Jose were spot on! Both very attentive and helpful. We ordered only appetizers, as no one wanted to commit to full meals. My daughter had the mac n cheese, very saucy and a large serving. I would recommend sharing it with someone. My wife had the French Onion Soup, it was very cheesy on the top, full of onions and a fairly thick broth. It too can be shared. I had a cup of the New England Clams chowder, it was nice n thick, the way I like it. There was no need for additional salt, pepper, nor hot sauce, which I would normally add. We split the raspberry Brie thingy, well my wife and daughter did. It's not a wheel just so you know. It's 3 puff pastries filled with brie, and the sauce drizzled on the plate with blackberries and raspberries. Attractive looking. The ladies were pleased with it, just not what they were expecting. We also split the jumbo bacon wrapped scallops. I enjoyed this dish very much. The only negative thing is that you only get 3. They must have a thing with 3's. They bring good sourdough bread and flavored whipped butter to the table. So why only a 4? It was the Hostess fault. I thought it was only our table, but I observed her sit several tables. There was no sincerity about her nor enthusiastic about her job. She's the first face we as patron's see and interact with, and the interaction was sub par. That's a shame. I read other reviews and others had said the same. I'd go back again, no doubt. It's a kinda spendy restaurant but not outrageous, be prepared to drop at least $150.00 for appetizers and a full meal and gratuity. Like I said, I'd go back and order a full meal, I'd just split it.

GEORGE BROWNGEORGE BROWN

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First off, Highly Recommend Reservations, especially on a weekend night out. 2nd, on street parking VERY limited at the restaurant, parking lot is reserved for valet services at $8.00. Now to the restaurant, you'll make your way to the 3rd floor by elevator, Where the 3rd floor is divided as you exit. Longe on your right with live music playing. Very nice longe, with bar seating, as well as table seating. The restaurant is to your left as you exit the elevator, with about enough seating in their waiting are to accommodate 8-10. We had reservations for 8pm, still had wait about 20mins. During our wait, got to explore the outside patio deck, which wraps around to the far side of the lounge. Some seating out side as well, with stairs leading down to the main entrance / parking lot, Nice views, Don't bother checking out the back side, just leads to the backside of the kitchen. Now the restaurant, very western style, very comfortable. Lightning very well done. Able to enjoy a romantic dinner with soft lighting, and able to read the menu and actually see the person your with, as well your sever. I ordered the Gambler, 24oz steak. Delicious, came right off the grille. Ordered Medium +, could have been cooked little longer but over all, very delicious. Barbra ordered the Blackened Rib eye, which she couldn't finish, so we had steak and eggs this morning as well. She said it was also delicious. The flavors of all of the side dishes absolutely delsh! Ordered bottle from local winery, very parable with the dinner. If you are looking for a caual, to dress up establishment with great steaks, great service, and plenty on your plate where you just might need to skip dessert, I highly recommend the Gambling Cowboy.

CalCal

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I was intrigued by the cowboy-style restaurant I saw during a Temecula city discovery with my friends. The restaurant was crowded, but we got a table after a short wait. The waiting area was comfortable and inviting, with unique local decorations and smooth country music playing in the background. The service was professional and attentive, and I loved how the staff was dressed in cowboy attire. Our booth was comfortable and spacious, and we were immediately served cold water and fresh baked bread and butter. We started our meal with the creamy New England clam chowder and the wedge salad. The clam chowder was rich and flavorful, and the wedge salad was fresh and crispy. For our main courses, we ordered the Gambler 24 Bone-in Ribeye and the 72-Hour Blackened Ribeye. Both steaks were cooked perfectly and were incredibly tender and flavorful. I also tried the fork-tender slow braised short rib, which was served over white cheddar mashed potatoes and finished with seasonal vegetables and chives. It was delicious. For dessert, we shared the Cowboy chocolate cake with fresh berries and vanilla ice cream. The cake was rich and decadent, and the ice cream was the perfect way to cool down. We had a wonderful experience at The Gambling Cowboy restaurant. The food was delicious, the service was professional, and the atmosphere was unique and memorable. We would definitely visit the restaurant again and I would highly recommend it to anyone looking for a special Cowboy dining experience.

Shaghayegh KazemiShaghayegh Kazemi

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This is an amazing restaurant. The staff was very welcoming, the atmosphere was pleasant, and the ambiance was spectacular. The only drawback was it is really pricey. Three drinks, an appetizer, a cup of soup, and a meal was over a hundred bucks. Now granted I did get the best of the best on the menu, so it may be more reasonable for someone else ordering cheaper items and not a 4 course plus three drinks (not all my drinks, a friend and I shared.) Oh and I didn't check the bill thoroughly so there could have been an extra charge for a split plate? Anyway the food is to die for. I got the steak tips as an appetizer and really tasted like a 5 star steak dinner. I also got the clam chowder soup which was a great cup of soup that hit the spot. Oh and the served sourdough bread and butter in the beginning that I loved! Then the steak dinner was awesome! The meat was tender, the mashed potatoes needed a little more flavor but were still good, and the roasted corn cut off the cob was to die for yum! I also ordered some asparagus on the side that was good as well. All in all had a fantastic time and look forward for a return visit. Great Job Gambling Cowboy!!!

Lisa M SommersLisa M Sommers

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Amazing place, we went because a bunch of people in our area mentioned it, and said how great the steaks are. We ended up going and getting different meals, my wife went with the fish of the day, which was a swordfish over rice, she said she loved it very much. My son and I each had different cuts of steak, i went with a rib eye, it was also a special for the day, and my son went with a traditional cut. The food was very good, no complaints, but i have had better steak, that explains the 4/5. The service from our waiter in particular was great, the only thing was that they didn't really come around for refills, so I was out of water for about 10mins before I was able to flag someone down, kinda sucked, but it wasn't the end of the world. The atmosphere at the place is super awesome, very cool inside, and it sits at the top of the building, which if the weather is good, you can get an outdoor seat and enjoy the view. This is one of the better steak places around the area,.of you're craving, I do recommend this place.The desserts were also very good, the creme brule is made in house, and the chocolate cake is brought in, but both were very good.

ricky garciaricky garcia

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