Rare Society
$$$$ • Bars, Pet Friendly, Steakhouses Book a table: 7:00 PM 7:15 PM 7:30 PM MoreAbout Rare Society
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So many things I enjoyed about my first experience at this place. The only thing I wished was different is how loud it was inside. The bacon pork belly dish was the best I've ever had it was amazing. The sauce with it and how you could cut it with a fork was so surprising. I had the filet mignon with their homemade steak sauce. I only used a little bit of it because their steak was so good on its own. I did the pickled onion rings just cuz I have never had that before. I ended...read full review
Went to Rare Society for the first time to celebrate a special occasion with my family, and we all walked away talking about it as one of the best meals we’ve had in a long time.
Our group went hard - ordered 10-11 things for three people and every bite was sincerely phenomenal. The Caesar salad, ricotta ravioli, fettuccine alfredo sopped up by Parker House rolls, butter cake, and brookie tart were standouts.
Our table wasn’t the greatest - right next...read full review
Excellent across the board.
-burger with truffle fries: happy hour price of $21 is an absolute steal. Considering the quality of ingredients, the flavor and the fact that we live in San Diego… I’ve had many a burger in my life so when my friend offered me to try a bite I almost declined. Damn. This was the best burger I’ve ever had in my life. The meat was tender without being greasy and the caramelized onion jam gave a depth of flavor that I’m still...read full review
Hours
| Monday | 4 - 9PM |
| Tuesday | Closed |
| Wednesday | 4 - 9PM |
| Thursday | 4 - 9PM |
| Friday | 4 - 10PM |
| Saturday | 4 - 10PM |
| Sunday | 4 - 9PM |
Rare Society is a restaurant known for its top-notch food, ambiance, and customer service. The establishment offers a variety of delicious dishes, such as Parker House Rolls, Filet Mignon, Tri Tip, Ravioli Bolognese, and Mashed Potatoes. Their bar serves a Coronado Brewing Company IPA and Spicy Margaritas. The restaurant is suitable for special occasions, as they pay attention to details, such as providing birthday cards and comping desserts for birthdays. The service is exceptional, with hosts providing a warm welcome, servers offering menu explanations and spot-on suggestions, and staff providing attentive service throughout the meal.
Easily one of the best steakhouses in San Diego, Rare Society has a classy and hip 1920s to 30s vibe. The menu is large, filled with great options, but they’re most famous for steak, like the Cedar River Prime Bullseye Ribeye, which has rich and deep flavors. Guests also love the Steak Tartar with salt and vinegar chips, fried chicken, and sides like au gratin potatoes, pickled onion rings, and broccolini with sumac yogurt. For dessert, the butter cake with sour cream ice cream and bananas foster cheesecake are must-tries.
The restaurant offers a great Happy Hour, where the shrimp cocktail with old bay seasoning was praised for its fresh, delicious shrimp and impressive presentation. The burger and onion marmalade were standout favorites, and the service during Happy Hour was impeccable, with attentive bartenders. Many guests enjoyed the bacon, which is highly recommended, and appreciated the friendly, engaging service from staff like Rocky. The steak is cooked perfectly, and the sides such as carrots and potatoes are well-liked. The ahi tartare was noted as fresh and tasty. The banana foster cheesecake is a must-try, described as an unforgettable dessert experience.
Though pricey, the quality and taste make it worth it. The service is polite, and everything comes out fast. Parking is easy, and the atmosphere remains quiet even when fully booked. Rare Society is a special place for dinner, perfect for family gatherings or road trips, leaving guests speechless and eager to return.