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The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon, Temecula, CA

The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon

4.7
4.7
1825 Reviews
$50 and over
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 43 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Neighbourhood gem
The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon is located in the heart of Old Town Temecula and brings a new standard to local casual fine dining. Expansive views from our third floor veranda and elegant turn of the century setting offers an intimate and inviting atmosphere. Our Classic Steak and Seafood menu features only the highest quality aged Midwestern corn-fed beef along with many other sumptuous selections. We offer an impressive wine list featuring vintages from many local wineries and from the finest regions of the world. Our bar features Premium Spirits, Draft Beer, Fine Wine and mouthwatering appetizers. Enjoy live music every Thursday, Friday and Saturday Nights. Join us for a casually sophisticated Brunch on Saturday and Sunday mornings. Closed on Mondays. Always a romantic Dinner and truly distinctive dining experience! Parties over 4 are considered large parties please call to check availability & please do not double book. 2 hour table limit on all reservations

Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (951) 699-2895
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private banquet room or we offer our private veranda over looking Old Town Temecula. Our veranda is enclosed and temperature controlled.
  • Neighbourhood
    Temecula
  • Cross Street
    Front Street
  • Parking details
    Friday-Sunday Valet Parking Offered
  • Entertainment
    Now Playing; Guitarist Tim Cash, The Classics from Izon Eden, Alex Drizos...
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,825 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
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.4Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • San Diego

    Steakhouse

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Overall

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Best Food

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Hot spot

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Good for special occasions

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Lively

  • Temecula / Wine County

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon is a beloved gem in Old Town Temecula, renowned for "great steaks" and a "fun atmosphere." Guests appreciate the "excellent service" and "delicious food," including standout dishes like the "spicy shrimp appetizer" and "berry salad." A perfect spot for special occasions or a cozy patio meal.

1,825 Reviews
  1. Penny

    Los Angeles

    38 reviews

    5.0

    38 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 5
    Love this place most food was good, broccolini was really undercooked, took forever to get drinks. Fish was fantastic and so was the baked potato and berry crumble dessert.

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  2. Karl

    VIP

    San Diego

    3 reviews

    1.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 3
    We’re regulars at this Front St steakhouse in Old Town and usually enjoy our dinner. However last evening was very disappointing. The halibut special came out with overcooked fish, cold asparagus and rice that was crunchy. The filet mignon was served medium rare instead of medium and the mushroom side dish was undercooked and therefore rubbery. While the manager had the meals replaced - you have to wonder who was managing the line and allowed the food to be served this way? Free dessert did not really satisfy us for a $200+ meal that was not what we had come to expect at this restaurant. We’ll go elsewhere for a while and hope that the chef and management figure things out.

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  3. Louis

    Los Angeles

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined 5 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Great service and food as usual. The food is always consistent and exceeds our expectation’s. Keep up the good work!

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  4. William

    San Diego

    16 reviews

    5.0

    16 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My dinning experience has always met or exceeded my expectations. Never a bad meal. One of the few bars that serves Guinness, and does it well. It’s always a pleasure on warm days/nights to eat outdoors on the patio, but it’s also noisy. Just something to remember if you’re on a business lunch.

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  5. Jesse

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 17, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    It was the best steak I ever had since Ruth Crisp Steakhouse. The ambience was awesome service was excellent and I can't wait to eat at this pleasant place again to try other dishes. The spicy shrimp appetizer and berry salad are the best pre-meal I every had in a long time.

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  6. Ravid

    Los Angeles

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 16, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food and services were great. Will definitely go go there again.

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  7. Marcia

    VIP

    San Francisco

    48 reviews

    5.0

    48 reviews

    Dined on February 14, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Do not miss the Gambling Cowboy if you love a great steakhouse with a fun atmosphere! We had a Valentine’s special of steak & lobster. It was terrific, too much food but the steak and the lobster were perfect.

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  8. Jackie

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 12, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Service and Food were fantastic. This was probably our 4 or 5th time visiting and every time we come we always have a great time. Will definitely be back.

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  9. Lonnie

    San Diego

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 10, 2025

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Exceptional experience. It was Super Bowl Sunday and I received a call asking if I wanted to change my reservation from their indoor to outdoor eating area since there would obviously be a lot of noise inside due to the football fans watching on the big screen TV inside Since I was not going there specifically to watch football I accepted that offer and it turned out great as the outdoor area had a quiet, warm atmosphere. I consider this extra concern on their part to go out of their way for our comfort was beyond the norm and much appreciated. Besides that, the food was the best.

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  10. OpenTable Diner

    San Diego

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on February 9, 2025

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 4
    Good food, cute place. Pretty pricey for the quality but good overall

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The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon is rated 4.7 stars by 1825 OpenTable diners.

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2 people
7:00 p.m.
Booked 43 times today
Google Map for The Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon

42072 5th Street, 3rd Floor, Temecula, CA 92590

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Front Street
  • Neighbourhood
    Temecula
  • Hours of Operation
    Brunch Sat, Sun 9:00 am–2:00 pm Dinner Tue–Thu, Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 3:00 pm–11:00 pm
  • Price
    $50 and over
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Friday-Sunday Valet Parking Offered
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Now Playing; Guitarist Tim Cash, The Classics from Izon Eden, Alex Drizos...
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Entertainment, Full Bar, Late Night, Non-Smoking, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Patio/Outdoor Dining, Private Room, View, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Phone number
    (951) 699-2895
  • Private party facilities
    We have a private banquet room or we offer our private veranda over looking Old Town Temecula. Our veranda is enclosed and temperature controlled.
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