Dal Rae Restaurant

I'd heard of the famous Dal Rae and finally took a chance on it for date night before my man left for deployment. My ultimate assessment is that it's a destination for a nostalgic 1950s dinning experience more than it is fine dinning. To start, I had researched the menu beforehand and wanted to start with the fried goat cheese salad. However, our server told us that they would be making a Cesar salad table side, so I got excited about that. Sadly, the salad never happened (service felt a bit rushed) and we moved right into Rockefeller oysters which the server also recommended. Sadly, the taste of oyster itself was lost under this giant glob of baked cheese and the spinach under was runny. My partner and I both were trying to describe the taste, and said "Pizza!" at the same time. It was pretty funny, but honestly, I don't think an oyster should ever remind you of a cheese pizza. Next, the scallops: As you can see the sear could have been more gentle and way more even. They were served on the cold side, not nearly hot as I would have liked them. Not sure if it's the type of scallop or the cook on it, but it was more chewy and rubbery than soft. The lamb on the other hand was cooked better and had more seasoning/ a nice crust but the side of Jello served with the entree threw me off. Maybe i'm missing something lol. Desert was fine. Finally, the tables were so close together it was difficult to go to and from the bathroom. The tables are so close and servers are bustling around with giant trays, I feel less tables across the dinning room would make for a more refined, upscale experience without being pressed up against neighboring patrons. Also staff should not use the dinning room exit to go on breaks because it was blowing cold air in throughout the service. Ultimately, I think this spot is a local/historical sensation with a social reputation. It is a place to socialize, to see and be seen, it carries an air of 1950's upper middle class nostalgia. The food certainly has more of an old country club vibe to it. We enjoyed our date night nonetheless, as I do love quirky/vintage gems, but I think the food needs to be much more elevated.

I'd heard of the famous Dal Rae and finally took a chance on it for date night before my man left for deployment. My ultimate assessment is that it's a destination for a nostalgic 1950s dinning experience more than it is fine dinning. To start, I had researched the menu beforehand and wanted to start with the fried goat cheese salad. However, our server told us that they would be making a Cesar salad table side, so I got excited about that. Sadly, the salad never happened (service felt a bit rushed) and we moved right into Rockefeller oysters which the server also recommended. Sadly, the taste of oyster itself was lost under this giant glob of baked cheese and the spinach under was runny. My partner and I both were trying to describe the taste, and said "Pizza!" at the same time. It was pretty funny, but honestly, I don't think an oyster should ever remind you of a cheese pizza. Next, the scallops: As you can see the sear could have been more gentle and way more even. They were served on the cold side, not nearly hot as I would have liked them. Not sure if it's the type of scallop or the cook on it, but it was more chewy and rubbery than soft. The lamb on the other hand was cooked better and had more seasoning/ a nice crust but the side of Jello served with the entree threw me off. Maybe i'm missing something lol. Desert was fine. Finally, the tables were so close together it was difficult to go to and from the bathroom. The tables are so close and servers are bustling around with giant trays, I feel less tables across the dinning room would make for a more refined, upscale experience without being pressed up against neighboring patrons. Also staff should not use the dinning room exit to go on breaks because it was blowing cold air in throughout the service. Ultimately, I think this spot is a local/historical sensation with a social reputation. It is a place to socialize, to see and be seen, it carries an air of 1950's upper middle class nostalgia. The food certainly has more of an old country club vibe to it. We enjoyed our date night nonetheless, as I do love quirky/vintage gems, but I think the food needs to be much more elevated.

The best service I have ever received except while in the Maldives. The staff makes you feel like you are a Star. The food was off the chart with so much flavor. Hats off to the Chef 👨‍🍳 I definitely will be coming back!!!

The best service I have ever received except while in the Maldives. The staff makes you feel like you are a Star. The food was off the chart with so much flavor. Hats off to the Chef 👨‍🍳 I definitely will be coming back!!!

Looked at reviews found this gem. It didnt disappoint. Our host Carrie was so wonderful, attentive, so pleasant as were ALL the other wait person who attended to us, wish I got all their names. One is our salad master who prepared our Cesar salad to perfection. Our food served were perfectly time (appetizer salad entree and dessert) temperature was perfect an all were perfectly cooked an delicious. Will definitely return next time in town. Much Mahalo to your staff for the great service you do.

Looked at reviews found this gem. It didnt disappoint. Our host Carrie was so wonderful, attentive, so pleasant as were ALL the other wait person who attended to us, wish I got all their names. One is our salad master who prepared our Cesar salad to perfection. Our food served were perfectly time (appetizer salad entree and dessert) temperature was perfect an all were perfectly cooked an delicious. Will definitely return next time in town. Much Mahalo to your staff for the great service you do.

Went to Dal Rae's for dinner with a few co-workers. We ordered a lot of different items to be able to sample a little bit of everything. For Appetizers we had yummy Sourdough Bread, Baked Brie with Roasted Garlic, Rockefeller Oysters, Crab Cakes, Tableside Caesar Salad, Ahi Tuna Tartare, Cheesy Garlic Toast, and French Onion Soup. For Dinner I had a Ribeye with the Pepper Steak topping and Creamed Corn with Grilled Asparagus, my co-workers ordered Surf and Turf with the Chilean Sea Bass and Filete Mignon. We finished with Tableside Banana Flambe for Dessert. The service was excellent, the Atmosphere reminds you of Old Whittier Wealth with Heavy Dark Wood Paneling, and a very dark interior. It was a little cramped and made it difficult to get to and from your table for both the guests and the staff. The Food had stand outs and some just ok eats. I thought the French Onion soup and Brie were quite good as was the Banana's Flambe. My co-workers liked the crab cakes, Chilean Sea Bass and Caesar Salad. Most of us just thought the Steaks were ok...I would have preferred mine with just butter rather than the Pepper Style topping. I found it distracted from the flavor of the meat. I only ate a few bites of my steak. I really liked our Server and the Manager who did all of our Tableside treats. I will for sure be back.

Went to Dal Rae's for dinner with a few co-workers. We ordered a lot of different items to be able to sample a little bit of everything. For Appetizers we had yummy Sourdough Bread, Baked Brie with Roasted Garlic, Rockefeller Oysters, Crab Cakes, Tableside Caesar Salad, Ahi Tuna Tartare, Cheesy Garlic Toast, and French Onion Soup. For Dinner I had a Ribeye with the Pepper Steak topping and Creamed Corn with Grilled Asparagus, my co-workers ordered Surf and Turf with the Chilean Sea Bass and Filete Mignon. We finished with Tableside Banana Flambe for Dessert. The service was excellent, the Atmosphere reminds you of Old Whittier Wealth with Heavy Dark Wood Paneling, and a very dark interior. It was a little cramped and made it difficult to get to and from your table for both the guests and the staff. The Food had stand outs and some just ok eats. I thought the French Onion soup and Brie were quite good as was the Banana's Flambe. My co-workers liked the crab cakes, Chilean Sea Bass and Caesar Salad. Most of us just thought the Steaks were ok...I would have preferred mine with just butter rather than the Pepper Style topping. I found it distracted from the flavor of the meat. I only ate a few bites of my steak. I really liked our Server and the Manager who did all of our Tableside treats. I will for sure be back.

We were greeted by a delightful server who expertly guided us through the menu, making our dining experience even more enjoyable. And let me tell you, the steak was absolutely phenomenal!

We were greeted by a delightful server who expertly guided us through the menu, making our dining experience even more enjoyable. And let me tell you, the steak was absolutely phenomenal!

What a great birthday here at del ray everything was so great service the food a great fun place Managment and servers were vary pleasant loved loved the lobster shrimp scampi the pepper steak it was my birthday food looked amazing so I ate from everyone’s plate . Thank you for making my birthday fantastic

What a great birthday here at del ray everything was so great service the food a great fun place Managment and servers were vary pleasant loved loved the lobster shrimp scampi the pepper steak it was my birthday food looked amazing so I ate from everyone’s plate . Thank you for making my birthday fantastic

We go to Dal Rae Restaurant on very special occasions...it was our anniversary. The food, as always, was spectacular. We enjoyed the Artichoke Bottoms Stuffed with Crab as our appetizer, with prime rib and Chilean Sea Bass as our main course. Our server, Dawn, was amazing. She was so attentive and friendly... coming by often to refill our water and ask if we needed anything. It was a great evening.

We go to Dal Rae Restaurant on very special occasions...it was our anniversary. The food, as always, was spectacular. We enjoyed the Artichoke Bottoms Stuffed with Crab as our appetizer, with prime rib and Chilean Sea Bass as our main course. Our server, Dawn, was amazing. She was so attentive and friendly... coming by often to refill our water and ask if we needed anything. It was a great evening.