Savage Chef Bar & Grill

Love this place. This is my go to bar restaurant. The chefs the bartenders waiters and waitresses are awesome. Can’t miss going to savage. Great place to go. Love it.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Detroit Pizza

The food was amazing!!! . Hands down the best pasta dish I have ever had. The flavors - I can’t say enough good things . The staff were so friendly, helpful, and attentive . Love the music and vibe of the restaurant. The menu- was so amazing and so was the drink menu. Both menus were so unique and so many amazing ones I wanted to try. This place is a hidden gem and now our favorite restaurant. We can’t wait to go back!!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Love this place... Perfect spot for date night. Their cavatelli is amazing!

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 4

⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️⭐️ A Vibe Like No Other!

Savage Chef Bar and Grill isn’t just a restaurant—it’s an experience! Hands down, the best-tasting food in the Southern Inland Empire. Every bite was worth every penny, and the presentation? Top-notch.

The owners personally delivered our meals to the table, adding a special touch you don’t get just anywhere. And the music? Being as old as Hip Hop, it took me way back—to a time when my knees were still good! I loved it, my children loved it, and even my 64-year-old husband was feeling the vibe.

Family, friends, and finally, some good old-fashioned fun celebrating culture, life, food, and music. If you want to escape from the chaos of the world and step into a place where how you look, talk, dress, or walk doesn’t matter—this is it.

This is my Cheers, because sometimes you just want to go where everyone knows your name… or at least makes you feel like they do.

“And if you don’t know now you know!”

Highly recommend!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Called this evening and placed a to go order of crème brûlée and they said they couldn’t do it cause it wasn’t going to look presentable in a to go box.
I said if I were to eat there and couldn’t finish my crème brûlée I couldn’t get it boxed? Nikki said no.
I’m definitely confused how I couldn’t be able to get any food boxed if I couldn’t finish it there.
Stop worrying about presentation and worry about customers who want to support your business. I care about the taste more than the presentation.

Start off by saying the staff was extremely friendly. . The food was well prepared. We had the steak, porterhouse salmon. The wings are probably the best we’ve had in the entire Temecula valley. Highly recommend anyone interested in good cuisine to come check this place out.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

As always, the food was AMAZING! We try something new every time, and it never disappoints. The mac and cheese is absolutely scrumptious! The chefs are incredibly kind and friendly, as is the entire staff. I can't say enough good things about this place—we love coming back!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Man O' War

It was our second time at Savage Chef, and oh MY!- it did not disappoint!
Our first visit, I got the Cavatelli. I don't usually order pasta dishes, because they are too often a high priced letdown, BUT not in this case. Fresh, homemade pasta AND sausage tossed on a wine butter sauce with fresh tomatoes and broccolini. My husband and son ate quite a bit of my food, even though they were enjoying theirs.
So on our second visit, I had to fight the urge to get that pasta again, but you gotta try new things! I took a real chance getting the Pork Belly Bao Buns. It's not enough to say I wasn't disappointed, I was blown away!! Perfectly cooked Pork Belly is an art.
This was THE BEST I've had.
Now, let's talk about the Tuna Tataki. Never mind, just order it! You'll thank me.
We polished off our plate and considered just ordering more and calling that our meal.

I can't wait until the next time, my hubby and son are looking forward to trying one of the steaks.
My husband sometimes has out of town colleagues and struggles to find a restaurant with both variety and an upscale atmosphere. He said he'd love to bring them to Savage Chef.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Charred Tuna Tataki

Wow!!! What a culinary delight. The location was fun, vibrant, and a great vibe. The team was fantastic and the food great! Will be back

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

If you think you know what you are ordering, ask your server. Everything was made with a bit of a twist. Everything tasted amazingly good. The chefs choices were odd but tasted so good together. The bread pudding came with cotton candy on top and cereal for a crunch. It's a very odd mix that tasted crazy good. The service was top-notch given how busy it was. The atmosphere is more like a downtown pub and bar. The decor is interesting, to say the least. It is open later than most places in the area, which is nice. A totally unexpected meal that I will be thrilled to return fir round two

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cowboy Ribeye Steak

I’ve tried three times in the last two years to dine at this establishment, but it’s been impossible. The first two attempts were on a Monday and Tuesday when Google indicated they were open, but upon arrival, the restaurant was closed. Despite what Google stated, they were not operating. On the third attempt, we went on a Saturday (today). The place was packed, but we were willing to wait the 45 minutes the host estimated for a table for two. However, after waiting over an hour and a half, we still weren’t close to being seated. We even tried to sit at the bar, but there was no availability.

The main issue is that the restaurant held tables for people who were over an hour late to their reservations. Additionally, there seemed to be no time limit for how long guests could occupy a table, so there was little to no table turnover. Unfortunately, neither the servers nor the owner made any effort to address the situation. After this third disappointing experience, I’ve decided not to return. This was my last attempt, and I won’t be coming back.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

Dylan and his crew are top notch! This is our go to for great food on a night out. Nothing in the valley even comes close.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Review for The Savage Chef Bar and Grill, Menifee, CA

If you're looking for a top-notch dining experience in Menifee, The Savage Chef Bar and Grill is a must-visit! From the moment you walk in, the friendly and welcoming staff make you feel right at home.

The menu is fantastic, but the real stars of the show are their steaks and pizza. The steaks are perfectly cooked, tender, and seasoned to perfection—truly a meat lover's dream. As for the pizza, it’s an absolute delight with a perfect crust, fresh toppings, and a flavor that keeps you coming back for more.

The atmosphere is warm and inviting, making it a great spot for a casual night out or a special occasion. Combine that with exceptional service, and it’s clear why this place stands out.

Highly recommended for anyone in the Menifee area. You won't be disappointed!

Parking: The decor is a little outdated but still nice for a great dinner experience. We will be back.

Kid-friendliness: Kids menu available.

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Cowboy Ribeye Steak

We enjoyed dinner with a large group (12 people) on a Saturday night with a reservation. We arrived and our table was ready to go when we arrived, with plates and glasses of water ready. Jose was an amazing server, always checking in, and making sure everyone had a full drink and was satisfied! For my first visit, I was thoroughly impressed with the quality of food, service, and atmosphere! As a local, I will definitely be back in the future. My buttered lobster roll was AMAZING, and I don’t order seafood when out to eat, much less at a new restaurant! Thank you to our server, Jose, and all Savage Chef Bar & Grill staff and cooks! 10/10

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Our new date night spot! Owner Dylan was great to meet and the customer service was outstanding!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5