The Meat Cellar

Restaurant · Claremont

The Meat Cellar

Restaurant · Claremont

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160 W Foothill Blvd, Claremont, CA 91711

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Hand-cut steaks, wagyu, seafood, cocktails & butcher counter  

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160 W Foothill Blvd, Claremont, CA 91711 Get directions

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160 W Foothill Blvd, Claremont, CA 91711 Get directions

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The Best Steakhouses in Los Angeles, According to Eater Editors

"Owner, chef, and butcher Anthony Villegas opened his first Meat Cellar in 2016, only to secure an additional location in San Juan Capistrano in 2024. Both spaces maintain a bright and casual feel with a hearty menu dedicated to steak lovers. Every steak is hand-cut to order, including a wagyu picanha, Tomahawk, or dry-aged ribeye. The garlic mashed potatoes and mac and cheese are excellent, as is the serrano mushroom cream sauce." - Matthew Kang, Mona Holmes

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Christina Smith

Google
The Meat Cellar in Claremont is a culinary treasure! The inviting, upscale ambiance creates a warm, cozy vibe. Service was impeccable—our server, wish I had caught Her name, was welcoming, courteous, and recommended a stellar Cabernet. The tomahawk steak was the highlight: unbelievably juicy, perfectly cooked, and bursting with rich flavor. It was a meal to remember. With generous portions and fair prices, The Meat Cellar delivers an unforgettable experience. Five stars for exceptional hospitality and cuisine!

Joseph Rodriguez

Google
Walked in seated fast had a short conversation with butcher who was genuinely nice Seated my wife two kids Waiter young guy forgot my ice tea blamed it on making a fresh batch than brought me out old tea that was very black not fresh at all Kids food came out 30 min fries are Amazing Adults food took over 1.5 hours and wasn't in my opinion the best but took way to long 3 people after us got food they had family's to might of got the wrong waiter Charcuterie board was good as well Hope this isnt everyone's experience but i probably wont return...

Tony Y.

Google
The Stagecoach and Grill Short Ribs Sandwich Combo at the Meat Cellar restaurant @themeatcellar Tender, flavorful short ribs and rib eye packed between two slices of heavenly bread. Beautiful restaurant, honest good food, and reasonable prices – a rare gem these days! Update: Visited Meat Cellar last night for dinner, the food was solid, with a reasonable quality-to-price ratio . The service was friendly and attentive when the servers had time, but they were definitely stretched thin, covering a lot of tables and also tending bar. As a result, drinks were a bit slow; my second drink didn’t make it to the table until almost the end of the meal. The place was lively and busy for a Thursday night, with a fun, relaxed vibe and a good mix of people.

Kaixin Li

Google
This restaurant is absolutely amazing! The steak is perfectly cooked—crispy on the outside and tender on the inside. The side dishes are delicious and flavorful. The service is top-notch, with friendly and attentive staff. Highly recommend!

Minh Thai

Google
Came here for the first time, and we have probably the best meat ever! We ordered the classic board which I saw other reviewer recommended it. Awesome!!! The appetizers are great too. We ordered the octopus and oysters. Both were fantastic. The place is very lively! Friendly service! Highly recommended!

Tony Tsai

Google
Casual atmosphere, great food, and high prices. All the salads were amazing, and so were the sandwiches — we got the banh mi, the burger, and the Stagecoach. Afterwards, we went to the butcher counter and bought some high quality meats to cook at home! This place is a gem, and all the service was warm and friendly.

Maggie Mulder

Google
I have traveled many places and tried a myriad of foods. This is, by far, the best wagyu that I have ever eaten. Cooked to perfection, paired with a lobster and caesar salad, this was an unforgettable experience. This restaurant will surely exceed your expectations. 100 out of 10 recommend.

AB 2

Google
Wow. Best dinner ever. Went on a Friday night at 6. Just started getting busy when we left. Busy, upbeat, casual vibe. Maybe a bit loud inside but that’s ok. Excellent beer and wine selection. Portion sizes were very good. Recommend the prawns for a starter. The beet salad was excellent. Steaks were delicious and worth every cent! Highly recommend. My new favorite restaurant in this area by far!
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Rae Ann D.

Yelp
We went out to celebrate our 2nd year anniversary and totally found this place by accident, and it was a blessing of an accident because we loved it!! We had the amazing Bacon which was our favorite item! The fries were delicious, the oysters Rockefeller and the roasted bone marrow were delightful. There was salt on the back of the plate for the bone marrow but we only noticed it after we ate half of it so make sure you add a strong sprinkle of the salt first before putting it on the crustinis. The service was good too, Pablo was the bartender; we enjoyed dinner at the bar top. The location was very busy on a Thursday evening around 7:30pm and so that's why we chose the bar top because it's a bit intimidating when you first walk in because it's one large room. The place is decorated so cute, minimal and quaint. We will be back!!
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Dashley A.

Yelp
Last night my husband wanted to have a nice dinner for an early anniversary celebration. We ordered the bone marrow, filet mignon, braised shorts ribs (like our server Kenneth recommended) and sautéed mushrooms, with a couple drinks. We got through our drinks and bone marrow (which was amazingly delicious) when our 6 month old daughter started have an allergic reaction. We had to leave immediately but the staff was able to quickly help us get ready to leave for the hospital (she's doing more than fine after a good night's rest). Kenneth was fantastic and the host and hostesses were friendly and welcoming. I hope the other guests didn't have their meal and experience interrupted. Hopefully next time we get to enjoy our entire meal! Thank you to the entire staff at the Meat Cellar! Edit: My husband told me they didn't charge us for what we didn't get to eat! Thank you so much Meat Cellar.
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Kelly K.

Yelp
The steak is amazing and far above all other restaurants in the area. Please don't let the young impolite kids seating people scare you off. It is a casual, comfortable setting. The service is usually amazing. We had a new waiter once so he gets some grace. I haven't had a bad meal yet!!!
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Beverly M.

Yelp
I ordered the salmon and the beef sandwich. Both were fine but too salty and greasy for my liking. I would say the price was not justified considering the price. I also stood at the front door 5 minutes while a server ignored me and didn't even care to acknowledge me. Once the host who brought me my order came to the front she was extremely friendly and sweet. I can't say I'm interested in coming back considering my last experience.
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Lulu G.

Yelp
Everything was fresh, the service was impeccable, the food was delicious. The board had bone marrow, waygu and veggies. It was truly a great thing to share with the table. Def recommend the Mac and cheese as well.
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Rebecca P.

Yelp
We finally went to the Meat Cellar and I'm angry we waited so long! It was amazing. We went for dinner and caught the tail end of the Happy Hour. We ordered the lemon drop and mai tai off the Happy Hour menu and we didn't love either of them. My husband then ended up getting an Old Fashioned which he loved. We also got the fried pickles (which we loved) and truffle fries (they were heavy and a bit greasy). From the regular dinner menu we had the Caesar Salad, which was the best Caesar we have ever had. We also had the lobster Mac and cheese which was good. My favorite part of the dinner was the grilled asparagus. It was amazing!! Lastly, my husband and I shared the boneless rib eye which was super delicious. The restaurant was comfortable and we had a fantastic meal. We can't wait to go back!!
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Mary F.

Yelp
My first time here... Not sure why I've missed this local restaurant but it's definitely a good place for large family gatherings and carnivores. Ordering was a bit different. We ordered meat by the pound to accommodate our group of 8 and a few sides along with that. The Mac and cheese was my highlight, pasta wasn't overcooked and dish was not dry. It had good flavor, cheese was well balanced and it didn't drown the pasta. Our Ribeye was perfectly grilled, well seasoned, and delicious! Our server was okay, could have been better with checking on our table while we were there. The order came out pretty quick, not too much of a wait after ordering. The chairs are pretty outdated and worn. You can see the wear and tear, other than that, Restaurant is clean and has a comfortable atmosphere. Will definitely come back. *Tip: RSVP
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Marlene L.

Yelp
Loved everything from the moment we walked in. Service was beyond excellent. The appetizer was delicious & the food 10/10. Definitely will be coming back (:
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Connie G.

Yelp
I'd been eyeing this spot for a while and was excited to try their charcuterie and aged steak. The staff was friendly, and the ambiance was more casual than I expected for the price point. We ordered a bottle of wine, which was good but not quite worth the nearly 2.5X markup. The charcuterie was excellent--especially the mini chorizo, which was absolutely delicious. For mains, we shared the aged tomahawk steak and ordered sides: lobster mac and cheese, mushrooms (perfectly marinated), and mashed potatoes (good but could've been smoother). The steak was underwhelming--while the flavor was good but, the quality didn't justify the price. It was overly chewy, even though we ordered it medium rare. I appreciated that we weren't rushed, but the service could have been more attentive, particularly with serving the wine and checking in during the meal. The final bill came out to nearly $400 for two, which felt steep considering we shared the steak. If the meat quality matched the pricing and the service was more polished, the experience would feel more justified.
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Mariana G.

Yelp
Can't say this was the best steak I've ever had, but it definitely wasn't bad! It was cooked perfectly, which is often not the case when you ask for medium. That said, I didn't find anything particularly flavorful. Maybe I'm just used to a buttery, garlicky steak or creamy, salty mashed potatoes, but the flavors here didn't impress me. The cornbread, though was a different story. Hands down the best cornbread and butter I've ever had. I just wish they had brought out more! Service was great, and the food came out fast. All in all, if you're looking for a solid steak meal, I'd say give this place a try.
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Su-San Y.

Yelp
We visited on a Sunday evening. It was bustling but not full house so we were seated quickly. My first impression was that this place is loud! A lot of hard furnishings so it was hard to be heard. But people looked like they were having fun! Clinton was our server. And he was great. He was very observant and we never had to look around to ask for help. While we waited for our order to arrive we had the cornbread which was delicious but would have been better warm! It was served on an iron plate so I did expect it to be hot. We ordered a steak frites and beef rib poutine. The steak was medium rare, very tender and full of flavor. Not over seasoned like how some other places do it. I think they were a little over enthusiastic with the charring though, which made it a little dry on the surface. It was served on a bed of fries which were quite greasy but I'm not fussy with fries. They serve merely as a vessel for ketchup, and these were thick hearty fries with plenty for ketchup to hold on to. The beef rib poutine was rather salty. The beef was very tender though. This was supposed to be a small plate but it was more than enough for one. It is pricey and I am not sure I would visit again regularly. Worth a try though!
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Ashley F.

Yelp
I've been here several times and the food is delicious every time. I really do love it here. The food is great, the drinks are tasty and the service is 10/10! It is also very clean inside which I love. I can't wait to go back!
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Tawnie O.

Yelp
Worse service ever! Don't eat at the bar. We asked for the salad to be served first. Didn't happen. Asked for onions on the side, didn't happen. No one checked on us until after we had to flag them down to get them to do anything. Finally after our drink was empty for 15 minutes with no inquiry we decided to leave. Female kitchen runner is the only reason we would be back.
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만듀

Yelp
Food was so great! Wagyu board was so yummm and i ordered dry aged ribeyes which was great as well. Salad was fresh too I will definitely come back
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Mohamad J.

Yelp
I must admit, I had some quite high expectations for this steakhouse, considering it is one very expensive, and two...it's an "authentic" steakhouse... Seating and service was perfectly fine for a Saturday night/evening, and our waitress was very helpful and engaging, ambiance is great and I love the colors throughout the restaurant. We ordered the 1 LB wagyu score 9, score 7, and the ribeye, two medium rare and one well done. We did wait about half an hour for our steaks to come out but ordered some appetizers. To cut it short....the steaks were not as "mouth watering" and I would have expected or hoped. Honestly they were not cooked very well at all, I felt like mine was half burnt while the other was cooked medium well. I prefer my steak well done so I wouldn't expect my $100 steak to be charred on half side. The other two score 9/7 were decent, however did not taste amazing. Overall, for three people - spending near to $420, I was very unimpressed and a bit unsatisfied. It upsets me because I am a huge steak lover and to not walk out of there very happy, I felt a bit wonky knowing we just spent this amount of money for some (what it felt like) average steaks.
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Jessica C.

Yelp
We've been here a couple times now and the food is always excellent!!! The service is amazing, all the staff is great. I can't tell you what my favorite thing I've had here is but we've tried probably half the stuff on the menu and not a single item has been just ok, it's all been very flavorful
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Sara O.

Yelp
Amazing food!! Amazing service!!! Kenneth/ Duke and the team behind the bar were amazing!! Started with an A5 old fashion and a No Money/ No Honey. Food was amazing and we will definitely be back!!!
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Loren H.

Yelp
What I had: - Sweater weather ($15) - Boss lady ($15) - Shortrib grilled cheese ($16) - Pork Bahn Mi ($16) - Mac and cheese ($13) How it tasted: - The absolute star was the short rib grilled cheese. The drinks were also quite tasty, but I definitely think of that lunch shortrib dish (dinner one is solid too). Why did I give it a four? - Staff have always been super friendly and accommodating. The food comes out within reasonable time and has never disappointed my palate. Verdict? - Give it a go if you're in Claremont.
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Rafeek Y.

Yelp
Ambiance - 5/5 From the butcher counter to the open kitchen to the bar everything was well thought out. Food - 5/5 The steak amazing and the Brussels sprouts were great. I would definitely order those again. The salad was ok. I would probably try another salad next time. The portions were huge. Between the wife and I we didn't finish any of the sides. Service - 5/5 Alex was our server and he was top notch. He was very knowledgeable and provided a bunch of great recommendations. We will definitely be back.
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Jeffry C.

Yelp
The meat cellar is for sure a place to check out. The biscuits , delicious. The burger was good , I did ask for medium rare and it came out well done . Oh well. It was still juicy. Ok, so the fries , soggy. Way too greasy. A lil bit of a disappointment because I love the fries here . The steak wedge was a hit , for sure super yummy. My friends loved the bone and marrow and they were saying "omg soooo good" I gave it a try , just. It my thing . The drinks , WOW! Amazing! Both were great choices. I will say that the feel of the place is very nice but at the same time casual dining. Our server Clinton was phenomenal. Always attentive and super sweet ... just great, great service. For sure will be coming back here .
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Phillip V.

Yelp
The Service here was outstanding, pair that up with a nine score wagu ribeye accompanied by bacon brussels sprouts to die for made an experience unlike no other. The flavors that came out of the ribeye were delightful, if you ever are in the area and have the urge for steak, this is the place to visit. The restaurant has a very classic/vintage vibe that goes perfect with the way they provide Service and food.
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Irai R.

Yelp
Location: Off of foothill & Indian Hill Parking: On the smaller side but if you're lucky it won't be much of a fight. Food: DELICIOUS! DELICIOUS! DELICIOUS! Tomahawk was everything and more! The flaky salt & pepper on the side made even better. Nothing worse than table salt on a fine cut of steak. It's so delicious no sauce or butter needed. Perfectly cooked medium. Broccolini was so good, flavorful and kick of spice, hint of lemon and salt. Hot with still a bite to it. Great side if you're low carb. -Lobster Mac N Cheese- Seriously, can life get any better. This Mac and cheese had big chunks of lobster. Not even Mastros compares. These chunks are big enough for me a low-carber to pick out and eat. Soooo good and affordable! -The tuna tartare is by far the best in the area, no raw egg to ruin it either, nor capers. It's plain, flavorful and the quality just speaks for itself. Side note I just wish there was more mustard as it really compliments the dish. - Drinks are alcohol heavy and worth every penny. Service: Top notch, our server was amazing. He went all out for us. He was checking on us often but not overbearing. Ambience: Good background music that allowed tables to talk without yelling. We always thought this was a fancy place and upon entering we realized it's more laid back than expected and I loved that. Can't wait to come back.

John M.

Yelp
Went to the Meat Cellar last weekend for a Birthday Celebration - food was excellent - a little pricey, but you get what you pay for - service was great - lots of check-ins and drinks were refilled promptly - dining area is very open and the noise levels did get up there as more people came in, not the beat place to have a 'quiet' dinner - will be going back again
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LP M.

Yelp
I liked all the food so much! Flavorful, fresh, hearty!!! I got the filet minon with asparagus and potatoes and the potatoes were so good! A bit loud for conversation but i like the environment anyway and thought I'd like to come back for a date night. My plate was $65 but it was clearly an excellent steak so I think that's about what I would expect! Service was good, it was a big group and we all got our food with zero issues
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Jennifer P.

Yelp
Came here for my birthday and I'm so glad that I did. We made a reservation so we didn't have to wait in line but the place was packed so glad that we did. You know that when your tap free water is bomb everything after will be bomb. Best tap water. After they give the table these corn bread muffins with pieces of corn. They are to die for. We ordered the rib eye and wagyu piccania, oysters, bacon appetizer and some pecan dessert. Every meat that we got was well seasoned and perfectly cooked. Everything was so delicious. I can't wait to come back and try more. They also have a section of the resturant to buy meat to cook at home.
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Esther M.

Yelp
The ambiance was good but I'm not sure if it gave me a high-end steakhouse vibe. The service was pretty slow considering there were only 4 tables when my friend and I got there. It took awhile for the server to take our order, bring out our wine, and food. We ordered the salad, brussels sprouts, steak, and glass of wine each. TBH, we were not full lol. The plating for the steak was alright lol. It just looked very plain and small. Everything tasted pretty good but it was definitely not worth the price considering the portion and the slow service. Not sure if I would come back again.
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Jessica D.

Yelp
One of my favorite places to go to go for a special occasion. The meat is probably one of the best quality I've had. The sides are amazing and the drink our crafted. The service has always been great and the ambiance is warm and inviting. They are pretty pricey BUT it's worth it. Looking for cocktail recommendations Try the boss lady or the no money no honey 10/10
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Will Y.

Yelp
If you are looking for a modern steakhouse to go out for a special occasion in the Ontario/Upland/Claremont, I would highly recommend checking out Meat Cellar! LOCATION: on Foothill in the top of Claremont, hard to miss on the main road. It's on building and decent amount of parking spaces. Small parking lot to the left of the building and a couple of street parking. SERVICE: We had Clinton as our serve and he was friendly, professional, and honest with any recommendations! If you get Clinton, say hi to him! Great service overall. The front host was accommodating for seats and other seating we preferred. Clinton was helpful with recommendations and his own honest opinion not just the highest priced item. FOOD: The free Cornbread was a nice touch and the butter was delicious. The oysters were flavorful and tasty and great appetizer option. We loved the pork belly with the grits sauce underneath, highly recommend that one. The beef tartar was ok. The dry-aged tomahawk was delicious and the lobster and wagyu combo was a great special option at a discounted rate. Full plates and the we were definitely full and satisfied! It is pricey for the meats higher than most other places.
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Tim J.

Yelp
I love this place. I got a gift card from my daughter for Father's Day. And I just found it in my things. So I went on over for a late lunch. Steak, Fritts and an old-fashioned. You can't go wrong the place is super clean. The staff is always friendly. Ryan and Emily took great care of me thank you
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Frank M.

Yelp
Was a long time customer and used to love coming here, but my last visit changed everything. The service was short answered and rude. When we first walked in it seemed like we weren't wanted there. We came in really early and they sat us near the kitchen/wash station in the back. When we asked to be moved they had to make sure it was allowed, even though no one was practically there. After that we ordered the pricey Japanese wagyu cut. I know my steaks, and that tasted like a cheap cut from the local supermarket. We left feeling very angry and ripped off. Never coming back again.
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Jeanie L.

Yelp
Came here for dinner and was pretty impressed with the meat. Quality was really good and I was so full afterwards. We ordered a prime tomahawk, charred octopus, caesar salad, brussel sprouts, and fries. I would definitely order all of these again because they were super delicious. However, I'm giving 4 stars because even though I had a reservation made, they wouldn't let me sit down when I arrived 15 minutes early. They said my whole party had to be here before they seated me. This rule would make sense to me if the restaurant was full, but the restaurant was pretty empty when I arrived. I originally wanted to sit down and order a drink while waiting but since they didn't give me a table, I ended up just sitting in the waiting area.

John M.

Yelp
So here's the good. They have a very nice wine list at affordable prices. We were greeted and immediately presented with some corn muffins, which were nice. The meat is clearly top-notch no complaints about that. But the service seemed a little haphazard. We had told them it was a wedding anniversary, but they did not aknowledge that. That's OK if that's not their thing. The timing of the service of various courses just didn't seem quite right. There were several servers and managers around, and we would be asked how things were three or four times within two minutes, and then no one would come by for 10 minutes. We ordered raw oysters. These came fresh and well presented. The waiter had told us ahead of time there were three kinds to try, but no one explained which one was which. There was no little spoon to put the mignonette onto the oysters. This was one of the times when no one came by. Everything seemed over seasoned and too salty. Especially the sauces and sides. I'm glad this restaurant is in Claremont. They need a little more attention to detail and a little less salt and it would be fabulous. In the meantime for an anniversary steak dinner, you are probably better off at Tuti Mangia.
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Barnabas P.

Yelp
This was our third attempt in approximately 3 years. Definitely not a charm. In summary, I found the restaurant pretentious, and the food mediocre at best, though perhaps not quite as bad as the previous visit where the waiter attempted to pawn off an indistinguishable slab of meat as Prime Rib. Both my wife and I opted for the Filet - mine medium rare, hers medium. I could have overlooked the rushed manner of service, getting the plates mixed then dropping them on the table, but not the surprisingly large hunks of meat. The texture was rubbery, chewy and somewhat devoid of flavor. The sauce helped a little but not enough. We both took home about 50% of the leftover meat but the next day was worse than the previous evening. The neighbors dog ate it though. The vegetables were so salty to be inedible for my wife. I at them but used quite a bit of wine to down it. Perhaps that was the intent. The reason for "pretentious"? I'm glad you asked. We live in Claremont - I have for 42 years - and we sometimes have a running joke about Claremont-ites. But there is much to be proud of in this city. The colleges - other than their fascist clampdown on the freedom of speech - are gorgeous and world-renown, there is art, a fabulous Sunday Farmer's Market, and lots of trees - though the City Council now finds many intrusive and are gearing up to cut down thousands. And some very fine restaurants. Unfortunately, this is a flop. By the way, maybe try cloth napkins? and if you are too cheap for that at least hand out a paper napkin with your refreshments. Geez!
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Janet R.

Yelp
Came to have a nice dinner for Valentine's Day . The food was so delicious, we had drinks as well . Service was excellent Clinton our server was very helpful and very friendly. His recommendation was on point . The ambience was very nice , lots of tables no long waits .
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Jessica A.

Yelp
Food was delicious. Best steak! The Surf & Turf was delicious. Salad was fresh, lobster so juicy.
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Jessica A.

Yelp
My coworkers had been raving about this place so we finally made time to stop by. The restaurant itself is really cute and I love how the menu itself says there's no dress code. We started off with the poutine which was rich and delicious and more than enough for 2 people! Now, I would recommend an appetizer because the food takes forever to come out. Menu says expect half an hour per lb of meat. The hubby and I ordered the brussel sprouts and shared 1.5 lbs of the New York steak. Brussel sprouts were super tasty (think bacon and balsamic) but the steak was not impressive. It was kindof chewy and tough. Perhaps a different cut would have been better. The worst part of the whole experience was the service. The restaurant was empty but we still waited 15-20 mins to get seated. We waited another 15-20 mins just to be seen and place a drink order. It was kindof offensive. Everything was so damn slow. Our waiter was fine and nice and apologized for the wait but it's going to affect the customer satisfaction. I wouldn't come back. Def don't come in if you're hungry.
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Vivian L.

Yelp
I am so impressed with this random find in the Claremont/Upland area. I'm not much of a meat eater but I do enjoy myself a tenderized, juicy chunk of meat once in awhile. We came here one evening and it was a just what we were looking for, a modern steakhouse to celebrate a special occasion. The parking lot is small so there are limited spots. The food was delectable. Shortly after we ordered water and cornbread was brought to our table. The cornbread was warm and the butter was tasty. There is a great selection of high quality meats including wagyu. We ordered the tomahawk steak and it was melt in your mouth good. They also ask if you have a pet or dog that would enjoy the bone and can bag that up for you at the end of your meal. The sides are a la carte and are an additional charge. The service was amazing. The bartender and servers were very friendly and attentive. I would definitely return to the Meat Cellar for date night, or special event, or when feeling fancy.
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Priscilla B.

Yelp
Love the steaks here ! They changed up the menu a bit to where you pay by the pound . The style of it is definitely low key and very laid back perfect for a quality date night . Service is ok depending on the time . When I went it did take a long time to get the steak but it was worth the wait. Definitely on the pricey end for a restaurant.

Hello Y.

Yelp
I have to agree with the review from below! I was on a hunt for grade a meat cuts. I walked in to not be greeted at all!!!! There was two gentleman talking not one said hey folks we will be right with you NOTHING!! Customer service is everything and this place ain't it!!
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Digvijay S.

Yelp
Came here for a groomsmen dinner, and it was a perfect spot to hang out to enjoy a great selection of meat and drinks. Really enjoyed the paper plane drink. Bourbon went perfectly well with amaretto. It's one of my favorite drinks so far. The wagyu tasted really rich and was very flavorful. All the steaks were delicious and cooked to perfection. Definitely will be back for more.
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Vanessa S.

Yelp
Absolutely love this stake house. Hubby and I have been enjoying this little Gem for about 4years and must share.Clinton is our man to go to with his exceptional service and his super friendly personality :). Food is always delish you can't go wrong with anything I promise ! Give it a try and soon this place will be one of your taste buds favorites!
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Stephanie D.

Yelp
This place is the place to get your steak fix! We ordered a few things. 1. The short ribs fries 2. Prime Bone in rib eye 3. Charred octopus 4. Bread pudding dessert The steak was juicy and tender and cooked to perfection. Best steak I ever had and we love meat!! The octopus was delicious too, and the presentation was nice. We had a few drinks - old fashioned and Boss Lady (Two rounds). The drinks were on point. Our server Anthony was so nice and attentive. Service was excellent. We had a few questions about the menu items and he was informative. Checked on us and made sure we were good too. Ambiance was fantastic- nice lights and wall decor and the bar was fully stocked. Everything was Decadent!

Jeff B.

Yelp
Food is waaaaaay too expensive for the quality. Owners might have other obligations because I don't see the improvement in their actions.
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Andy B.

Yelp
I had the $140 wagyu ny strip with bacon Brussels and roasted potatoes. The steak was extremely tender as expected. The Brussels were lukewarm and almost burnt. The potatoes had a weird aftertaste and were also lukewarm. The service was decent. My dining partner had the wagyu picanha with a risotto that was good and broccolini that had a strange vinegar taste. It was a one-time experience to try wagyu. Probably won't be returning as the value vs quality just wasn't there.
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Bob U.

Yelp
Second best steak of my life. No joke. I would eat here once a week for rest of my life. Service at the bar is impeccable. I just had whiskey and wine but witnessed many craft cocktails come together with skill. I'm actually regretful that I don't live here to experience this more often.
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Best Option Mortgage N.

Yelp
Nice place close to where we live! I must say their steaks are exceptionally great! Service was sub par - food made up for it - but I would keep it on my top list when taking someone new - service must be better
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Goddess A.

Yelp
One of my favorite places to go after work! The bar staff is simply the best anywhere - professional, kind, friendly and so knowledgeable and crafty with their offerings. You can see the love and artistry they put into everything they make. I look forward to my visits and have referred to many friends.
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Liz V.

Yelp
Our granddaughter requested one thing before she leaves for a month and that was to go to The Meat Cellar and have a wagyu steak. Our waiter was very helpful and helped us to order. When the food came out she was Omg. We loved every bit so delicious
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Michelle K.

Yelp
This is my second time coming here. Must try the fancy burger! It's soo delicious! The ambiance and the service were good too. We went late lunch, so plenty of parking. The previous time I was here, I had the salmon and the braised beef fries and they were good too. It was the fancy burger that called me back to this place tho*