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A Delicious New Steakhouse in Bakersfield!
I recently enjoyed a fantastic dinner at a new steakhouse on the east side of Being a long time veteran of the restaurant industry (I worked for the Olive Garden for the better part of a decade before starting my career as a teacher—a superb, well run restaurant in its own right) I have enough experience to tell good from bad in a restaurant. And the Canyon Steakhouse rates very highly in my opinion! The Canyon Steakhouse has fair selection of steaks and entrees to entice meat lovers of every persuasion. I am a prime rib man myself, and cautiously ordered the smaller offering of said delicacy. I was surprised with the incredible portion for the small portion filled half my dinner plate! Cooked to mouth-watering perfection, (cut the horns off as I say—I like to hear the moo as I bite in!) the cut was delicious to the last bite. I spared nothing to take home. In addition, the baked potato was served with a selection of toppings in a soufflé cup, so I had plenty of sour cream and other toppings, which I was free to add according to my taste. Beverages were served from Mason jars, a trend in the steakhouse industry, which ensures the waiter needs come by a little less to keep your glass filled, and you have plenty to quench your thirst. Especially tasty were the veggie appetizers that included strips of carrots, olives, and pickled peppers, that provided a local, and different introduction to the meal. The bar area has facilities for a band, dancing, several screens to watch the big game, and other devices of entertainment, including pool tables, a darts, air hockey, and video games. It’s going to be a lot harder to complain about boredom on the east side of town now the Canyon Steakhouse is open! I suggest we bloggers make a point of meeting there sometime soon, as a chance to shake hands and put faces to name. And most importantly, to enjoy a fantastic steak dinner, which we all deserve and the Canyon Steakhouse is so good at serving up! The Canyon Steakhouse is located next to the old Mesa Marin site, on 178 near the intersection with Marshall Neal 15 comments from 12 users
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posted by
randomfactor
on Nov 29, 2006 at 09:44 AM
Thanks for the tip, Marsh. That's my area, I may have to visit soon...
posted by
jasonsperber
on Nov 29, 2006 at 09:52 AM
Sounds great, Marsh. I know you have little ones--is it family friendly?
posted by
marsh
on Nov 29, 2006 at 10:10 AM
Yes, it's family friendly. The bar area is separated from the restaurant, and it doesn't look to attract the rough and rowdy crowd. In fact, I found the patrons to appear rather upscale, not surprising given the well-off developments in the area.
posted by
mattloch
on Nov 29, 2006 at 10:15 AM
Is it anything like McGees, or even Maxwell's? McGees has great, flavorful aged meat and excellent sides, and the best steak I ever had was one that Terry had handled that literally melted in my mouth like butter. For steaks beyond reproach I go to those two. I may have to put in a visit to the Canyon just to see how they stack up against the others. Thanks for the heads up.
posted by
dusty1215
on Nov 29, 2006 at 10:40 AM
I love a good piece of prime rib as rare as it can be. Thanks Marsh!
posted by
anonymous
on Nov 29, 2006 at 01:35 PM
I was put off by being served a beverage in a jar. For the price you pay for meals there, you should at least get a glass! The owner use to run a convenient store so he has the convenient store mind set........less for more money. Lets see if this business lasts. That building has a history of bad vibes and failure.
posted by
marsh
on Nov 29, 2006 at 02:27 PM
The jar is consistent with the atmosphere, and is typical fare for a steakhouse. And with the building up of the area, the business is now poised to succeed, where others failed before.
posted by
NancyII
on Nov 30, 2006 at 06:25 AM
The old steakhouse/night club failed because it was just too far out of town. The east side hadn't grown enough and it was a journey for folks on the south side. That was a long stretch of road for anyone who had a couple of drinks and a great set up for cops. I had a friend who worked there and I used to go sit with her on teen night while she took money at the door. Now THAT was an experience! My daughter worked there when the nightclub was first open and popular..it just didn't last. Marsh is right about the jars for drinks. You get the same typle of thing in a lot of rustic steakhouses. You just fit the threads to the grooves on your mouth and drink Any goold ole okie who grew up drinking from mason jars knows that.
My guess is this steakhouse will do a lot better then the ones in the past because of the growth in that area. Still, it's pretty specialized and peple do like diversity. I wish them luck. Of all the businesses you can get into, restaurants have one of the highest rates of failure. It's not easy to make it in that business. posted by
parke4
on Nov 30, 2006 at 07:25 AM
"I was put off by being served a beverage in a jar. For the price you pay for meals there, you should at least get a glass! The owner use to run a convenient store so he has the convenient store mind set........less for more money. Lets see if this business lasts. That building has a history of bad vibes and failure." In response to this anonymous quote; the owner had been in the restaurant business for many years prior to his as the blogger put conenient store mind set. He was my roommate and best-man in my wedding and knows a thing or two about cooking and restaurants. This has been his dream for many years and has now been realized. My wife and I used to go there when it was The Cadillac Ranch and yes it was a long drive out there, but worth it. I am sure this will be the same. posted by
NancyII
on Nov 30, 2006 at 07:49 AM
If someone is put off by drinks served in a jar when the food is outstanding, they must not care as much about the food as they do in being hoity toity. ;-)
posted by
Glocker
on Nov 30, 2006 at 08:04 AM
Haven't been there yet, but if the steaks are good as say............Jockos in Nipomo, I don't care if the drinks are in a dixie cup and the food is served on paper plates.
posted by
anonymous
on Dec 4, 2006 at 06:49 PM
My son uses plastic soda bottles for his chew. Very rarely misses, - - - posted by
Ongky
on Dec 6, 2006 at 08:35 AM
hey, do you know what time it opens and closes? and what's the average price for the food there?
posted by
anonymous
on Dec 28, 2006 at 07:35 PM
Opens at 4pm...
posted by
penrod
on Dec 28, 2006 at 07:46 PM
Tittle was right on with the pork ribs. they were "smokey", tender and great. My wife had the Lobster. We arrived at 4:03 and had expected to wait until they got set up. Servers were still arriving, however the owner seated us and attended to our needs. The ribs were the best I've had in years, my wives lobster brought a big smile. The white Zin ask very good, smooth,and cold. The salad was good, cold and crisp, and very good blu cheese with crumbles topped it off well. The chocolate cake was warm, and topped with vanilla ice cream. Well worth the price, close by for us in the N.E. VERY good dining establishment - Oh NO - plain water glass, and nice wine glass.... Oh Well . . . . RLP
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