Press & Awards

Voted Best Steakhouse in San Diego!

The search for the best steakhouse and wine list in San Diego is over! Greystone has been recognized by various specialized magazines as the Best Steakhouse in San Diego and California (SD Entertainer & Best Things California), Best Fine Dining Award (Gaslamp Quarter), and Best Wine List (Wine Spectator). Our staff work tirelessly everyday to build and deliver the best meals for our guests, including Miyazaki Prefecture Wagyu Beef and an award-winning wine list. If you are looking for a magical and unforgettable night, then come to Greystone and take your taste buds on a ‘once-in-a-lifetime’ rollercoaster ride.

Recent Press

Dave Scott kicks off Restaurant Week 2018

SAN DIEGO (KUSI) – With over 180 restaurants participating in this year’s Restaurant Week, KUSI’s Dave Scott and crew made their way downtown to Greystone Steakhouse.

Proudly Serving since 1999, Greystone has received multiple awards and reviews not only from our guest but local and national bloggers, magazines and accredited websites. Recently winning best steakhouse by Thrillist.com for 2016, A-List, Trip Advisor and OpenTable.com. Not only does our world-class service, vibrant atmosphere, and trend setting cuisine speak for ourselves, our guest do as well.

With Greystone we offer our guest the experience to have their steak and eat it too as we pair our Wine Spectator award of excellence since 1999. Serving 498 wines from California to old and new world wines, perfect for any palate.

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Voted By San Diego Magazine as Best Steakhouse with Patio Dining in San Diego

SAN DIEGO (SAN DIEGO MAGAZINE) October 1, 2020- Greystone truly goes beyond by offering three different wagyu options, from Australia, Japan, and the US. As if that weren’t enough, they also feature an eclectic variety of proteins, including elk, wild boar, bison, locally caught ahi, Chilean sea bass, and live Maine lobster. Top it all off with Greystone’s infamous Bloody Truffle, a bloody mary concocted with their house-made truffle mix and topped with freshly shaved truffle dust.

SD's Best Bloody Mary's

Oh you fancy huh? Probably the most elegant bloody mary I’ve ever had; Greystone Steakhouse’s infamous Bloody Truffle is truly a one of a kind. Bloody Truffle is made with Gresytone’s house-made truffle mix and topped with freshly shaved truffle dust. Truly an experience in itself the Bloody Truffle will tantalize your taste buds and expand your bloody mary horizons!

5 of San Diego’s Most Sizzling Steakhouses

This city may be known for fish tacos, but there are plenty of steak aficionados—and talented chefs—who wholeheartedly embrace sizzling slabs.

The only place in the Gaslamp that serves not just one, but THREE difference types of Wagyu Beef!
-ManTripping

This menu boasts everything from pasta preparations of his native Italy to poultry and exotic game cooked to emphasize their natural goodness.
-SanDiegoRestaurants.com

Greystone Steakhouse just recently celebrated 15 years of operation here and after the amazing dinner we enjoyed, I can see why it’s been able to survive so long and I am sure they will continue to have great success for many more years to come!
-ManTripping

Best Steak Dinners in San Diego

From old-fashioned meat joints sporting red leather booths to modern chophouses that serve globally-inspired fare, these steakhouses that have made the cut all have one thing in common: great steak.

San Diego Steakhouses

Though most wouldn’t suspect it, San Diego steakhouses are some of the best on the west coast, sharing both American and international flavors. San Diego is one of the top destination for tourists in the US, host to a variety of historical and cultural attractions and a favorable mild year-round climate. Located on the west coast of the US, San Diego has many things to offer to the tourists. Geographically, it’s diverse with beautiful mountains, hills, lovely valleys, scenic canyons, deserts, and extensive beaches. In the city you’ll find attractions like the world famous San Diego Zoo, vintage theatres, operas, museums, and fine dining places. And where there is fine cuisine, you are sure to find excellent, quality steak dinners.

Fresh Seafood In San Diego

San Diego’s enviable beachside location spoils us with fresh seafood in San Diego, and since October marks National Seafood Month, there’s no better way to celebrate than seeking out the most savory and succulent seafood dishes around the city.

Best Steakhouses in San Diego’s Gaslamp Quarter

I love downtown San Diego. The vibe is happy and fun in this part of the city, and it’s a great California vacation spot for people of all ages.

I especially like the Gaslamp Quarter because it has so many great steakhouses – not that it doesn’t also have terrific sushi restaurants and other dining options, but the happy, festive atmosphere in San Diego’s top steakhouses really sets it apart.

Pacific Magazine

Greystone Steakhouse is featured in Pacific Magazine’s February 2019 Issue about romance. Featured along with sister restaurant Route 29.

Labor Day Dining Specials

Nothing hits the spot for Labor Day weekend quite like a juicy steak! Celebrate the long weekend with an upscale dining experience at Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood, a landmark of the Gaslamp Quarter for nearly 20 years. In addition to their legendary menu, Greystone will be offering a Pittsburg-Style New York Strip, charred to perfection and seared blue-rare with a topping of bacon blue cheese butter, apple smoked bacon, and aged gorgonzola cheese for only $39.

High Stakes Competition

During an exclusive hard-hat tour in October of the then soon-to-be-opened $10 million Del Frisco’s Double Eagle Steakhouse at the InterContinental San Diego hotel in downtown, general manager Michael Manoocheri stated: “There are steakhouses in every corner in this area, but, we hope to stand out by the ambience we’ve created…

San Diego Steakhouses

If you are looking for the best steaks in San Diego, look no futher.

Labor Day Weekend Specials 2018

Labor Day is a day for being with family, relaxing, and endless happy hours. San Diego is ready to help you embrace your day off with endless eats and a variety of daily specials from your favorite restaurants and bars.

Luxurious Dining at Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood

When it comes to fine cuisine, Greystone is without a doubt a cut above the rest among San Diego’s culinary scene. Proudly serving the Gaslamp Quarter since 1999, Greystone is a local legend that has become a top destination for San Diego residents.

Where To Shuck, Slurp And Celebrate National Oyster Day On August 5

It’s time to shuck, slurp and find your finest pearls — National Oyster Day is just around the corner on Sunday, August 5th! Whether your preference is on the half-shell, raw or fried, here are a few of the best places in San Diego to enjoy oysters.

Longtime Steakhouse Still Going Strong In The Gaslamp

Independently owned, and having been a part of the Gaslamp Quarter community for nearly 20 years, Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood is one of the oldest steakhouses in downtown San Diego.

Finding Lobster

It’s okay to be a little shellfish sometimes. Commemorating one of America’s strangest rags-to-riches stories, September 25th marks National Lobster Day! Once seen as cheap food for servants in New England, the mighty lobster is now considered a fine delicacy throughout the world, with the industry bringing in $1 billion in the state of Maine alone!

Gushing Over Greystone

Greystone has stolen my heart and become the best steakhouse I’ve ever had the pleasure of dining at. Yes, that is quite a bold statement I know, but the high touch service, menu selection, ambiance, and damn good food allow for me to say so. As a man who enjoys his whiskey I opted for an Old Fashionioned to start the evening off. Out comes this beautiful closed crystal glass with Maker’s 46 smoked inside and glass with the most perfectly cubed ice. As the Maker’s hit the ice you can begin to smell it really open up and the first sip was magnificent. The chef orchestrated the most delectable of plates from appetizers all the way to the main course.

Where To Celebrate National Vodka Day In San Diego

October marks the start of the holiday season we all know and love. From Halloween countdowns to turkey dinners and presents under the tree, it’s impossible not to get swept up in that familiar sense of holiday spirit. So, what better way to start the season off than with your favorite spirit of all, vodka? Celebrate National Vodka Day on October 4th with a tour of San Diego’s delicious cocktail destinations.

Get A Taste of Napa Valley

September marks California Wine Month, a celebration of the Western variations of wine from the famous regions of Napa Valley, Mendocino, Paso Robles, Temecula and more. Spend the month sipping some of the finest vino that San Diego has to offer with Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood’s enticing month-long special, an Elite Tasting of Napa Valley.

Taco Bell Debuts Fine Dining Concept For Comic Con

The Taco Bell of the future is…. fine dining? That’s right, for the 25th anniversary of Demolition Man, in which Taco Bell has “won the franchise wars,” Taco Bell popped up their first fine dining concept in the Gaslamp Quarter of San Diego, California yesterday. Taco Bell took over Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood for Comic Con weekend serving up a 4 course meal, served by suited waiters and accompanied by the soft sounds of a pianist.

Where To Eat & Drink During Comic Con!

Comic–Con is almost upon us (July 19 – July 23). Here are some of the best food & drink specials in San Diego for everyone’s favorite comic convention!

National Wine and Cheese Day

July 25th marks National Wine and Cheese Day, a celebration of the ultimate pairing for winos and cheesemongers alike! Since the dawn of culture, this sophisticated combination has shared a beautiful bond, adding an elegance to the everyday and building on the interaction of flavors. Cheers to this excuse to enjoy a time-honored tradition of wine and cheese around San Diego!

Greystone Steakhouse Restaurant w/ Private Dining Room

The welcoming Greystone Steakhouse is my downtown San Diego go-to streakhouse when I’m in the mood for steak, wild game, seafood, and avant-garde libations. I was on the hunt for some proper cusine when Greystone’s menu jumped out at me on a google search. And in the mood to relax and not necessarily engage in a formal dress code establishment where it seems too fancy to be joyful. You couldn’t ask for better fine dining customer service.

Shuck your way through National Oyster Day

Whether you slurp, chew, take them straight or douse the slippery molluscs in lemon and cocktail sauce, the gender-bending oyster is the stuff of foodie addiction. With over 100 species and historically revered as an aphrodisiac, the sea-salty bivalve has been featured in art, literature and music for centuries.

Dive into fruit-forward cocktails this summer

When summer rolls around, the tastebuds (and waistline) crave a lighter, more vibrant cocktail to pair with those beach days and warm, breezy evenings. Bartenders around San Diego County have created inventive and delicious fruit-based cocktails to answer the siren call of summer.

Dive into fruit-forward cocktails this summer

When summer rolls around, the tastebuds (and waistline) crave a lighter, more vibrant cocktail to pair with those beach days and warm, breezy evenings. Bartenders around San Diego County have created inventive and delicious fruit-based cocktails to answer the siren call of summer.

Best Hotspots for Wine Deals

What was once relished only by those in the wine industry, has become a mainstream social staple and expected beverage among everyday restaurant-goers across the United States. Wine sales have spiked since millennials have entered the vino scene, and with that, a bounty of options now stock the very watering holes they frequent. That said, wine deals have become a monumental happy hour addition for wine-lovers of all backgrounds, so grab your fellow winos, and head to these San Diego hotspots serving up the best vino deals in town!

Taco Bell Demolition Man Experience

What do you get when you serve a taco on a silver platter? There’s a new dynamic duo crashing into Comic-Con this year! Taco Bell is teaming up with local fine dining spot Greystone Steakhouse & Seafood to fuel hungry convention-goers all weekend in honor of Demolition Man’s 25th anniversary.

Where To Celebrate the 4th of July

San Diego is the spot to celebrate 4th of July! With sunny skies, coastal views and ample spots to watch the fireworks, there couldn’t be a more ideal location to raise a glass and toast to Independence Day. Check out the below locations to decide where you and your friends and family should celebrate and commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776!

HungryOnes Review

I’ve finally found it! I knew that San Diego had to have a restaurant that was equally good at ambiance as it is in service, preparation, and presentation. Earlier this month Heather and I were invited to have dinner and check out Greystone Steakhouse – one of the older restaurants here in…

Cant-Miss June Events In San Diego

Avid wine aficionados and appreciators, you’re cordially invited to an elegant and cultured winemakers dinner! Reserve your seat on June 30th for Greystone Prime Steakhouse & Seafood’s First Annual Duckhorn Winemakers Dinner, featuring leading Duckhorn and Goldeneye wines and an exclusive tasting of the 1983 Duckhorn Estate by certified sommelier Nemanja Pejcic.

Greystone Gets Rated top 10 by Best Things California

Greystone is San Diego takes great pride in creating a dining destination. The menu features luxurious Wagyu beef as well as an assortment of other unique items. Set in a historic theater filled with decadence…

The Ultimate Comic-Con Takeover: “Taco Bell of The Future” Pop-Up

Taco Bell in The Gaslamp is launching a restaurant takeover at Greystone Steakhouse & Seafood, in honor of the Demolition Man movie’s 25th anniversary. Taking on a futuristic look with off-menu dishes from Taco Bell during Comic-Con, the space will be unrecognizable this weekend between July 19th – 22nd. Word on the street is the Taco Bell sign went up yesterday and big things will happen overnight.

ManTripping.com Review

I’ve finally found it! I knew that San Diego had to have a restaurant that was equally good at ambiance as it is in service, preparation, and presentation. Earlier this month Heather and I were invited to have dinner and check out Greystone Steakhouse – one of the older restaurants here in…

Love Is In The Air

February isn’t the only love-centric month on the calendar – August marks Romance Awareness Month, a time for reinvigorating your relationship with spark, spontaneity, and sweet moments – not to mention surprise date nights! Whether planning a first date or celebrating 50 years together, the setting is everything for your magical evening experience. Don’t gamble on a B-rate spot – make memories with a night out at some of the finest date spots in San Diego!

Comic-Con 2018: Freebie Taco Bell to pop up in Gaslamp steakhouse

Taco Bell fans can take a free trip into the future this weekend when the “Demolition Man” experience pops up at Greystone Steakhouse & Seafood in the Gaslamp Quarter for Comic-Con weekend. From Thursday through Saturday, the no-badge-required event will temporarily turn the upscale steakhouse into a futuristic version of Taco Bell, where all of the food will be served to the public for free. The pop-up celebrates the 25th anniversary of the movie “Demolition Man.”

Summer Night Happy Hours

Summer nights are upon us in San Diego, which means it’s time to catch the entirety of a sunset, bask in the balmy breeze that sweeps the city on a nightly basis, and most importantly, indulge in the luxury of summer happy hours. Find your perfect happy hour location for resplendent summer nights and sip on a sophisticated drink or two at the end of each day at these San Diego dining destinations.

Father's Day

The saying goes, “the best way to a man’s heart is through his stomach.” Show dad how much you care by taking him out to one of San Diego’s top restaurants. We’ve rounded up some of the best Father’s Day deals, from the best drink and beer specials to non other than smoked steaks and meats. Check out who made our list for this year’s Father’s Day Celebrations.

The Nardcast Review

Vincenzo Loverso, executive chef and owner of Greystone, located in downtown San Diego, grew up with the passion for cooking…

Spectacular San Diego Fourth Of July Celebrations

San Diego is the spot to celebrate 4th of July! With sunny skies, coastal views and ample spots to watch the fireworks, there couldn’t be a more ideal location to raise a glass and toast to Independence Day! Check out the below locations to decide where you and your friends and family should celebrate and commemorate the adoption of the Declaration of Independence on July 4th, 1776!

Wine Spectator's 2018 Award of Excellence for Greystone The Steakhouse!

Greystone has won the Wine Spectator award for 2018. This is 19 consecutive Years with this WS Award as this month starts our 20th year in Business at Greystone!

WINE:
Selections: 390
Inventory: 4,000

LateKateFoodie Review

Sunday nights in the Gaslamp during the holiday season should most definitely be spent at Greystone Steakhouse! Living in San Diego for as long as I have, I had yet to step into Greystone Steakhouse. I have always wanted to to dine at Greystone and I was most lucky to be able to attend their VIP Media Holiday Party…

16 Best Gluten-Free Restaurants San Diego

In the heart of historic downtown and the Gaslamp district, you’ll find fine dining at its best at family owned and operated Greystone Steakhouse. Greystone does two things extremely well—serving the best, highest quality steak and seafood…and offering plenty of seriously delicious gluten-free options. “We take pride in serving a menu that is 90% gluten-free & 60% dairy free. We carry no flour. There’s no flour in any of our sauces.” The regular dinner menu even has legend marks that indicate celiac-friendly (CF) and dairy-free (DF).

Where To Eat & Drink During Comic Con!

Comic–Con is almost upon us (July 19 – July 23). Here are some of the best food & drink specials in San Diego for everyone’s favorite comic convention!

TheVacationGals.com Review

Wow; Greystone is an amazingly glamorous restaurant in the mostly “regular Joe” Gaslamp Quarter. The elegance of the decor and the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence indicate that this is one restaurant you may want to save for special occasions. While there are…

The Nardcast Review

Vincenzo Loverso, executive chef and owner of Greystone, located in downtown San Diego, grew up with the passion for cooking…

Best of California Review

With three major cities, countless small towns, suburbs and farm country, California is chock full of good restaurants. The Golden State is home to an immensely diverse range of cultures and people. That, paired with the state’s sheer size, makes it almost impossible…

National Fishing Week and Greystone

We are halfway through National Fishing Week (June 2 – 10), which is a time to highlight the importance of recreational fishing and boating throughout the U.S. Celebrate by taking advantage of free fishing days – which vary by state – or by indulging in delicious fish dishes at nearby hot spots.

San Diego Father’s Day Guide 2018

Crack open a cold one or treat Dad to a steak dinner with these Father’s Day deals.

A Crafty Spoonful Review

One of the best things about date night in San Diego, besides the weather, is the plethora of dinner options downtown after we head out of the theater. This past weekend our season tickets to Broadway SD took us to see Rent. It was my first time and I loved it…

Holiday Guide: Where to Celebrate Father's Day in San Diego

Choose between two prix-fixe menu options to treat fathers for their special day. Menu options include wild boar sausage, a variety of salads, buffalo tenderloin, lamb chops, New York strip, bone-in ribeye and fall-off-the-bone lamb shank. Add a pairing of award-winning Japanese whiskys for $29 or local draft beer for $16. 4-10:30 p.m. $59.99 or $69.99. 658 Fifth Ave., downtown, 619.232.0225. greystonesteakhouse.com

Featured on SoFun Media!

Internet Shifu and SoFun Media stopped by & reviewed Greystone Seafood & Steak’s new Winter Menu & Happy Hour! Click here to see their review! http://sofun.media/greystone-prime-steakhouse-seafood/

The Five Best Steakhouses in San Diego

San Diego is a cultural melting pot of many cuisines. You can find everything here from the trendiest Korean hotpots to the best Mexican taquerias. However, San Diego offers more meat than these dishes could provide. If you’re really hankering for a nice piece of steak, you’d be glad to know that San Diego is home to some pretty amazing steakhouses. The city has a variety you can choose from, but no matter where you go, you can guarantee that your iron cravings will be satisfied by the day’s end. Here are the five best steakhouses that the unlikely city of San Diego has to offer.

The Five Best Steakhouses in San Diego

San Diego is a cultural melting pot of many cuisines. You can find everything here from the trendiest Korean hotpots to the best Mexican taquerias. However, San Diego offers more meat than these dishes could provide. If you’re really hankering for a nice piece of steak, you’d be glad to know that San Diego is home to some pretty amazing steakhouses. The city has a variety you can choose from, but no matter where you go, you can guarantee that your iron cravings will be satisfied by the day’s end. Here are the five best steakhouses that the unlikely city of San Diego has to offer.

Celebrate National Martini Day in style

From James Bond’s “shaken not stirred” ethos to the electric pink Cosmopolitans of the Sex and the City ladies, the martini has enjoyed a continued success in the cocktail world, thanks to its chic appearance, sophistication and (let’s be honest) stiff character.

This Tasty Life Review

Greystone Steakhouse has an extensive steak menu! They offer Wagyu beef three different ways – Japanese, American, and Australian wagyu. Our awesome waiter, Giovanni, explained what the wagyu beef was and how it differed from the other steaks. He even explained that the Japanese cows are treated on a whole other level than the American and Australian cows and that was why…

Faye’s Fork Review

I had my Pretty Woman (the movie) moment the other night at the Gaslamp. I guess that could totally be taken the wrong way. I mean Pretty Woman in the sense that you’re told it’s a surprise dinner with a surprise event afterwards…