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What Makes A Great Steak House? Here Are The 10 Most Talked About Steak Restaurants In IE

When it comes to the best steak, look no further than these Inland Empire restaurants. What makes them great? Here's what diners are saying.

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Patch found the Inland Empire's best steak restaurants to sink your teeth into.
Patch found the Inland Empire's best steak restaurants to sink your teeth into. (David Allen/Patch)

OAK GLEN, CA — The only thing tougher than finding a good steak house is trying to chew through a dry steak. With the help of the reservation site Open Table, Patch found ten of the Inland Empire's best restaurants to order a steak that will "melt in your mouth," according to reviews.

Open Table shared its top Diners' Choice Best Steak Restaurants for the Inland Empire based on reader reviews and the most mentioned menu items this month. Patch added a few local favorites to round out the top 10 steak houses around.

The online restaurant reservations site regularly analyzes more than 400,000 new diner reviews to determine what people are eating and how they like the service. This month, they found the most-visited steak houses were in Oak Glen, Palm Springs, Rancho Cucamonga, Redlands, Riverside, Temecula and Yucaipa.

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"We sort the results by category to help you discover new favorites. It's a great partnership: you reserve, eat, and review. We listen," Open Table boasts.

Open Table's top steakhouses for the Inland Empire include:

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  • Hickory Ranch Steakhouse, Yucaipa — Known for a choice of steak, ribs, chicken and seafood, this is a great place for large parties. Meals are $30 and under, and reviewers love the prime rib, rib eye steak and Swiss steak. Many call this is a neighborhood gem for group gatherings and special occasions.
  • The Sycamore Inn Prime Steak House- Rancho Cucamonga: The historic Sycamore Inn Prime Steakhouse has been a "landmark of hospitality on the legendary Route 66 since 1848. Guests love the restaurant for special occasions and fine wines. The favorite menu items include the prime rib, creamed spinach and chocolate souffle for dessert...with a dessert wine, or course."
  • Cask n' Cleaver - Rancho Cucamonga: If you're in the mood for steak, seafood, burgers or salad, head to the Cask. Over 1,000 Open Table reviewers say this is a place for serious steak and wine lovers. The favorite menu options include the steak kabob, the little salad and, for fish lovers, the salmon. Not considered "fine dining," reviewers say this is a "go-to, casual dining place with the best salad bar hands down."
  • JD Mission Steakhouse - Riverside: The Mission Steakhouse is a favorite for brunch, according to reviewers. For casual dining, many call this a neighborhood ideal for business meals. Meals run between $31 to $50 per plate.
    "The food was great and it was a family atmosphere," one reviewer said. "The steaks were excellent, cooked perfectly and practically melted in your mouth."
  • Duane's Prime Steaks & Seafood Restaurant - Riverside: This AAA-Four Diamond Award-winning restaurant has detailed wine lists worthy of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence. Their USDA Prime steak and fresh seafood make this ideal for special occasions. Over 2,000 reviewers say Duane's is "fancy" and "romantic" with favored menu items including the rib eye steak, bone-in rib eye steak, and lobster bisque. Expect to spend more than $50 per plate.
  • Texas De Brazil - Rancho Cucamonga: This is not just a restaurant but an experience with endless servings of flame-grilled beef, lamb, pork, chicken and Brazilian sausage as well as a vast salad area.
    More than 1,500 OpenTable users have reviewed this casual, elegant restaurant with a "lively" atmosphere. Guests say that you can expect to spend between $31 and $50 per person at this restaurant good for special occasions and groups.
  • Greensleeves- Redlands: This is a new, modern steakhouse that features steak and seafood in an elegant atmosphere. "Our upstairs lounge serves hand-crafted cocktails and premium craft beer, along with the full menu," for diners who choose to sit beyond the dining room, the restaurant boasts.
    More than 1,000 reviewers say this restaurant is charming — a neighborhood favorite for special occasions. Here, diners love the filet Mignon, wedge salad and vanilla custard creme brulee for dessert.
  • Oak Glen Steak House & Saloon - Oak Glen: This neighborhood gem is ideal for special occasions in the Pass Area, and great for scenic views while you eat.
    Reviewers love the service, as well as the presentation of the food. "Terrific service and quality food," said one Los Angeles area diner. Many reviewers commented on excellent service. Diners can expect to spend between $31 and $50 per entree.
  • LG's Prime Steakhouse- Palm Springs: Celebrating 30 years of business, this establishment serves prime-only steaks. They also are known for their Australian lobster tail and King crab legs. More than 2,000 reviewers say this is a great place in Palm Springs for special occasions, and, in season, it's fantastic for outdoor dining. OpenTable reviewers love the filet mignon, crab cakes and French onion soup. When you go, expect to spend over $50 per person.
  • Gambling Cowboy Chophouse and Saloon - Temecula: This third-story steakhouse in the heart of Old Town Temecula kicks up casual dining a notch. They serve steak and seafood, with an extensive local wine list. Residents also call this restaurant a neighborhood gem, good for special occasions thanks to its charming atmosphere.
    Diners love the steak and fries—an 8 oz prime top sirloin, served with julienne parmesan fries — as well as the steak and eggs. When you go, expect to spend $50 or more per person.

    • What do you think, Patch readers? Did OpenTable get it right, or is your favorite steakhouse missing from the list? Tell us in the comments below!

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