Donovan’s Steak and Chop House 570 K Street, San Diego, CA 92101 619.237.9700 | www.donovanssteakhouse.com You’re sure to catch a glimpse of someone important here. Donovan’s, a long-time local favorite based out of San Diego, sees Padres, Chargers, congressmen and other local political figures on a weekly basis. If it’s not the top-notch service, it’s the award-winning steaks and chops. Ok, maybe the stiff martinis. Whatever lures these “somebodys” in here, though, must be good, because they keep comin’ back for more! This traditional steakhouse serves USDA prime cuts of all sizes. In fact, it’s the only establishment in San Diego that serves “USD prime all the time,” General Manager Michael Koda tells us. Unlike other steakhouses, extra sides are not
an up-charge. Thanks for the greens, Chef! During our visit, Executive Chef Arturo Mejia prepared a fresh piece of halibut, lightly seared and finished in the oven, topped with sautéed spinach, sundried tomatoes, and shoestring onions with lemon buerre blanc and capers, paired with a citrusy, full-bodied Hess Chardonnay. He also fired up a bone-in ribeye, served with potatoes au gratin, thinly sliced and layered with Gruyere cheese and seasonal veggies. He paired this with Lagier Meredith, a small production wine out of Napa. Whether you’re in the mood for something light or just a good thick cut of prime beef, Donovan’s menu offers a wide variety for the discerning palate.
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You may think Donovan’s is the surname of the family-owned business, but it’s actually a combo of a few of the owners’ names: Don and Devan. Become the ultimate VIP: If you’re a “regular,” you can earn your nameplate on the bar or at a table. Just what makes you a “regular?” Dining with them at least twelve times a year or until they know you
by face and name. Make sure you ask for “off the menu” specials, like a bone-in New York, the Chef’s fish selection, oysters on the half shell, fresh Seafood, crab legs, Australian rock lobster tail or a signature seafood tower appetizer. “Off the menu” really could be its own menu here...
You don’t want to miss Donovan’s Happy Hour: Every day (yes, that means Saturdays and Sundays, too) from 4-6 pm, Chef serves up complimentary filet mini burritos and Philly cheesesteak sandwiches - all USDA choice beef. At the bar, you’ll find $6 beers, $9 martinis and signature cocktails and $8 glasses of wine.
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