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Bob's Steak & Chop House - Steakhouse in Carlsbad, California

Bob's Steak & Chop House

4.4 (308 reviews)

2100 Costa Del Mar Rd, Carlsbad, CA 92009

Steak house
American restaurant
Bar
Fine dining restaurant
Restaurant
Seafood restaurant
Wine bar

About Bob's Steak & Chop House - steak house in Carlsbad, California

Texas-born chain serving big slabs of beef, seafood & a large wine list in a classy atmosphere.

Customer Review Summary

Bob's Steak & Chop House in La Costa offers an unforgettable steakhouse experience with phenomenal steaks that are perfectly cooked and full of flavor. Highlights include an incredible carrot dish and over-the-top desserts, complemented by outstanding service from attentive and knowledgeable staff. The ambiance is charming, especially during special occasions like New Year's Eve, with a festive atmosphere that enhances the dining experience. However, some reviews noted inconsistent service, with delays in food delivery causing frustration during busy times. The food generally receives praise, including clam chowder and seafood, although some diners felt the steaks did not consistently meet expectations. Overall, Bob's is recommended for special occasions and is noted for its pleasant ambiance and quality food, despite some concerns about pricing and service timing.

Key Features

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • Curbside pickup
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fireplace
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list

Popular for

  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Hard liquor
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Cozy
  • Romantic
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Tourists
  • Transgender safespace

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards

Children

  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Valet parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.4 out of 5
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14
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12
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21
Based on 308 reviews

Rynoe Rust

2 weeks ago

If you’re looking for an unforgettable steakhouse experience, Bob’s Chophouse in La Costa is the place to go. The steak? Absolutely phenomenal—easily the best I’ve ever had. Perfectly cooked, full of flavor, and melt-in-your-mouth tender. And let’s talk about that carrot—oh my God, incredible. It tastes like Thanksgiving in the best way possible, rich and perfectly seasoned. If you somehow still have room, the dessert is completely over the top and worth every bite. On top of the amazing food, the service was outstanding. Nikki was hands down one of the best servers I’ve ever had—attentive, knowledgeable, and truly made the experience top-notch. Overall, Bob’s Chophouse isn’t just a 5-star spot—it’s a 10 out of 5. If you’re in La Costa and love a great steak, this place is a must-visit.

Sahar Meshksar

2 months ago

We celebrated New Year's Eve at this charming steakhouse located in a chic and beautifully designed hotel, and the experience was a mix of highs and a slight miss. Opting for outdoor seating was a fantastic choice—it was magical dining beside a beautifully decorated Christmas tree, with the festive ambiance adding to the evening's charm. The staff were wonderful—friendly, attentive, and quick to accommodate any requests. Their warmth definitely enhanced the overall experience. Food-wise, the clam chowder was the star of the meal—creamy, flavorful, and perfectly seasoned. It’s definitely something we’d come back for. However, the steak, unfortunately, didn’t live up to the same standard. It wasn’t bad, but it lacked the “wow” factor you’d expect from a steakhouse. In the end, the stunning atmosphere and excellent service made it a memorable evening, even if the steak fell short of expectations. A great spot for a special occasion, especially if you're looking to soak in the festive vibes.

Roger Van Duzer

Took party of six for dinner last night - celebration of wife's birthday. Seated promptly at time of reservation - 6:30pm. Ordered drinks, appetizers and entrees at same time. Warm bread was delicious. Within half hour had drinks and 3 of 4 appetizers delivered. About 15minute delay for last 2 appetizers to be delivered - after I complained to our waiter.. We became very concerned over the delay in being served our entrees. Half of my party reached a point of no longer feeling hungry and suggesting we leave. No update from our server on when our dinners were to be expected. Entrees received at 8pm ! This was 90 minutes after being seated - and, again we ordered entrees promptly, not after eating appetizers. On positive side, the food tasted good and steaks were cooked as ordered. Overall the spotty service and delay in being served the entrees was a major annoyance for a special occasion. The value was definitely not there.

Richard Warrington

1 year ago

Walking up to Bob's was like walking into a movie. During the holiday season it's very picturesque and the atmosphere was awesome. Greeted at the door with smiles and cheer, the restaurant itself has an old world feel to it. The staff were great, they seemed genuinely happy to be there. The food was what you would expect from a place such as Bob's. Well prepared, presents nicely, not flashy and delicious. My filet was perfectly pink and the glazed whole carrot was delicious as were the mashed potatoes. It can be tricky getting to the restaurant and parking is limited unless you want to walk a bit. Highly recommend the valet and get your ticket checked at the restaurant.

Maria I Rodriguez

2 years ago

Wonderful dinner at Bob’s steak & chop house! Located in the Omni La Costa Resort and is definitely top notch. Our server was amazing and made great recommendations for items on the menu. They are known for their steaks but the seafood was delicious as well! If you are looking for a new steak house try this place out!

Bennett Smith (Umami Haven)

1 year ago

Delicious food, fantastic service (Antonio was knowledgeable and friendly). Would recommend it. The only downside is the price point - other places offer the same quality for less.

Luis Turrubiartes

4 years ago

Good steak, but wasn’t wowed with much else than the company and ambiance. Service was courteous and welcoming. Noise level was good even though it was packed by the time we left the restaurant. Highly recommend making reservations.

Two Fat Meatballs

7 years ago

Thankful for Bob’s this Thanksgiving! We were a party of 8 for Thanksgiving dinner. Service was excellent and food is consistently good. We love the pickles on the table and warm bread. Steaks are cooked to perfection and come with a side dish. Seafood plates however do not come with a side. We are thinking about coming back for Christmas. Happy Thanksgiving from Bob’s!

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 5–8:30 PM
Monday Closed
Saturday 5–8:30 PM
Sunday Closed
Thursday 5–8 PM
Tuesday 5–8 PM
Wednesday 5–8 PM

Price Range

$100+