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The Bull Pen - Steakhouse in Torrance, California

The Bull Pen

4.4 (568 reviews)

314 Ave I, Redondo Beach, CA 90277

Steak house
Bar
Restaurant

About The Bull Pen - steak house in Torrance, California

Vintage decor adds flair to this classic spot serving steaks, seafood & cocktails, with live music.

Customer Review Summary

The Bull Pen is a popular local steakhouse known for its cozy atmosphere and good quality, albeit pricy, steaks in the $40 to $50 range. The fillet medallions and homemade soups receive high praise, along with the addictive bleu cheese dressing and Buffalo wings. While many reviewers appreciate the craft cocktails and entertainment offered, some have encountered rude service from bartenders. Overall, the restaurant is favored for its nostalgic vibe and is a great spot for special occasions, highlighted by an impressive prime rib and delightful salads. Reservations are recommended due to the limited seating.

Key Features

From the business

  • Identifies as women-owned

Service options

  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Fireplace
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Live music

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • 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
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Historic
  • Romantic

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.4 out of 5
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20
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Based on 568 reviews

Keith Murphy

3 months ago

As good as it gets! One of my favorite places to frequent when I’m in the South Bay. Craft cocktails that are poured right, the salad‘s insides are to die for, and my favorite is the fillet medallions in the mushroom gravy sauce boat. if you like eclectic throwbacks in time, you must try The Bull Pen.

Phillip Bergreen

Good quality steaks in the $40 to $50 range that include soup or salad, baked potato, or fries with the meal. They offer prime rib on select days that is very good as well. Cozy atmosphere with well-made cocktails. I go with friends every few months or so, and I have not been disappointed yet. The eating area is not large, so we make reservations to ensure our spot.

Victor B

9 months ago

This is a very “old school” local strip mall steak house. I’d venture to say that most of the patrons are regulars. Start with classic martini, and a 5 piece Shrimp cocktail. The steaks are good, albeit pricy for the cut, but flavorful. The chicken/pasta and beef tournedos were possibly better options. The wine list is limited but the 1000 ml Austin Hope is the go-to move. They have entertainment most Thursday-Saturday nights! VictorB

Poppy Powers

2 years ago

This place is a great local hangout. Their homemade soups are delicious and the bleu cheese dressing is addictive. The Buffalo wings are the best. On weekends the band starts around 8:30. It's always a good time at the Bull Pen.

Milkman SD

Rude bartender, won't be back. Kept hearing good things about this place. Sat at bar, bartender was rude. Apparently they don't need new patrons. Like an idiot I ordered a drink anyway, it was the smallest double price nothing drink I'd ever had. No thanks, should have walked out right away, never again.

John Carter

I'll be honest, my fairly expensive prime rib was only ok, cooked well but tough for prime rib. But I don't really care, the atmosphere was great, the service was great, and surprisingly, my favorite thing was the salad. I would definitely return to try some other menu items.

Gladys Anleu

5 months ago

Enjoy this place very much their food is delicious and they’re entertainment is amazing love to go here Tres Hombres when they perform there

Stephanie Musquez

We had the best anniversary dinner here. The prime rib just melted in your mouth, and the salad with the beets was so tasty.

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 12 PM–1:30 AM
Monday 4–11 PM
Saturday 12 PM–1:30 AM
Sunday 4–11 PM
Thursday 4 PM–12:30 AM
Tuesday 4–11 PM
Wednesday 4–11 PM

Price Range

$30–50