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Cowboy Star, San Diego, CA
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Cowboy Star

$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 41 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Fancy
  • Great for creative cocktails
Located in the heart of the East Village neighborhood of San Diego, Cowboy Star is dedicated to providing an unmatched attention to detail and a level of service that immediately sets us apart. Cowboy Star guests are the number one priority and guest satisfaction is the base upon which our entire concept is built.

Our level of service is only matched by our celebration of regional American heirloom recipes offered with genuine neighborly hospitality. We are committed to supporting local and regional farmers, fishers and producers by cooking food that recaptures the simple and pure tastes found in locally grown, natural and organic ingredients. We strive to raise awareness of a more sustainable food future, while helping to restore a sense of community that brings us back to a more homegrown time.

The Cowboy Star Menu features the finest in select natural products including Niman Ranch all natural beef from the nation's leading Certified Humane Angus herd.

Why they're an Icon

Executive chef: Victor Jimenez

From the OpenTable editors: The award-winning, ride-’em-cowboy digs—hello, indoor fire pits—are one reason to dine at this long-standing East Village steakhouse. But so is the meaty food. Executive chef Victor H. Jimenez serves world-class New American fare like New York-style Hokkaido wagyu (flown in from Japan) and smoked garlic mac and cheese.

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking is readily available before 6pm. We invite evening dining guests to park in several public lots located within easy walking distance of Cowboy Star. These lots include garage parking located on 7th and Market and a surface lot located a block away from Cowboy Star on the east side of 11th and Market.<br /><br />
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa

What 4,855 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

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

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.8Service
  • 4.8Ambience
  • 4.6Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Steakhouse

  • San Diego

    Steakhouse

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
Cowboy Star is a standout in San Diego's dining scene, celebrated for its "amazing steaks" and "spectacular" service. Its cozy atmosphere and attentive staff make it ideal for special occasions, with highlights including "perfectly cooked" steaks and delightful desserts like banana pudding. Many patrons appreciate the personal touches, making it a "go-to" place for celebrations.

4,855 Reviews
  1. Allyn

    Houston2 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was excellent! Mac and cheese, banana pudding are a must get. Service was exceptional, especially during late hours. Will recommend this restaurant to anyone visiting the San Diego area.

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  2. Kevin VIP

    Orange County1 review

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great ambience and steak dinner. So hot right now.

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  3. Chikako

    San Diego20 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Excellent food quality and service. It’s a little pricey and the ambiance is very casual for the price point but excellent food quality. It’s worth a try.

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  4. Kevin

    Western NC4 reviews

    5.0

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    1st rate food and experience. This place is a must do for a great meal while in San Diego

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  5. Vickie VIP

    San Diego3 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 3, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was amazing. Had a reservation for 4PM and they got us seated right away. Told them it was my birthday and they brought me a special menu. I ordered an aged ribeye and braised short rib which is probably my favorite. The steak came with green beans and mash. The food came out in a timely manner and they were very attentive. I also ordered the banana pudding for dessert which was also amazing. I would recommend this place.

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    Hawaii1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time dining at cowboy star and it was amazing. Already planning to come back

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  7. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego1 review

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First time there, the servers were very nice and professional. The food was outstanding overall great experience will be back for another dinner.

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  8. Greg

    San Diego7 reviews

    5.0

    Dined on March 1, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a favorite. We had an excellent time with the wagyu carpaccio. Oh my god! First time having it and I’ll be ordering it every time from now on. Shrimp cocktail was on point. Wagyu skirt steak, bone in dry aged rib eye and of course the pork chop! Boom! Delish!

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  9. OpenTable Diner

    Edmonton1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Very accommodating staff, great service and food quality was fantastic for price. I would recommend for any steak lover.

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  10. Alan

    Unspecified1 review

    5.0

    Dined on February 27, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We were greeted with a smile by 3 the folks who checked us in. Seated immediately. Our server Adam walked us through the menu and specials for the day, we ordered a beverage and tried to choose from the extensive menu. A mile long list of dry aged meats and awesome sides. While we were looking over the menu they brought out a little tasty bite from the chef, pretty cool! Well we couldn’t pass up a great aged steak, my wife ordered the fillet and I ordered a ribeye. When the food arrived it was on a hot plate which is always preferred. They served the steak with mashed potatoes and green beans that must have been picked that morning. We topped everything off with a brandy and an almond cake. Also, on the app, I was able to share it was my wife’s birthday, on the dessert plate they wrote happy birthday in chocolate! A wonderful evening!!

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Cowboy Star is rated 4.8 stars by 4855 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 41 times today
Google Map for Cowboy Star

640 10th Ave, San Diego, CA 92101

Additional information

  • Phone number
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Contemporary American
  • Hours of Operation
    Happy Hour Mon–Fri 3:00 pm–6:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 5:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Dress code
    Smart Casual
  • Parking details
    Street parking is readily available before 6pm. We invite evening dining guests to park in several public lots located within easy walking distance of Cowboy Star. These lots include garage parking located on 7th and Market and a surface lot located a block away from Cowboy Star on the east side of 11th and Market.<br /><br />
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
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