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Owl Grill & Saloon

134 Mill Street, Grass Valley, CA 95945
530-274-1144
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Ranked #6 of 53 restaurants in Grass Valley
Cuisines: American
Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
Restaurant details
Good for: Romantic, Bar Scene, Local cuisine, Special Occasion Dining
Dining options: Dinner, Reservations
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Puerto Vallarta
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61 reviews 61 reviews
33 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 30 cities Reviews in 30 cities
46 helpful votes 46 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 12 June 2013

One other reviewer said The Owl has gone downhill since new owners took over. Maybe it was a bit rough on the edges at first but our experience has been that The Owl has come back stronger and better than ever. The service is excellent, attentive but not overbearing, and they allow you to relax while dining. Next, the food... More

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Sacramento, California, Usa
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3 reviews 3 reviews
Reviews in 2 cities Reviews in 2 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 28 May 2013

Decent environment and a menu with lots of choices. My wife had the terriyaki prwns and I had one of the specials of the day which was proscuitto wrapped halibut. It was excellent as was the clam chowder that day.

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Modesto, Ca
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29 reviews 29 reviews
15 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 17 cities Reviews in 17 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 May 2013 via mobile

Picked the Owl Restaurant after our hotel recommended it. Service was slow however the food was excellent. Had the New York strip. Very tasty and cooked just the way I asked for. The baked potatoe was to die for. Hot, with real bacon bits on the sour cream. Yum.

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Penn Yan, New York
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 May 2013

It was wonderful and delicious!!!! My husband had Ahi Tuna plate and was amazing. I had grill swordfish marinated with delicious spices and it was superb!!! the only thing is that I found the onion soup a little bit salty... The Chef, our server and ambience was very pleasant!!! Great job!

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Penn Valley
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35 reviews 35 reviews
24 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 14 cities Reviews in 14 cities
11 helpful votes 11 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 26 April 2013

If you like history (the bar back is from the 1800's), check out the Owl Grill & Saloon after a show or for lunch. The ambience is great although the food was a little uneven and the very pleasant server forgot part of our order twice. Try to get a booth at the back of the bar area. I think... More

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Auburn, California
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47 reviews 47 reviews
32 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 28 cities Reviews in 28 cities
9 helpful votes 9 helpful votes
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 31 March 2013 via mobile

We have eaten here several times and always have great food. Try the blue cheese bread. It is amazing.

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Sierra Foothills
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16 reviews 16 reviews
7 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 11 cities Reviews in 11 cities
8 helpful votes 8 helpful votes
3 of 5 stars Reviewed 30 March 2013

Since the change in ownership, I have noticed that things are not quite what they used to be. At first, the new owner kept things pretty much the same, but that has changed. The first to slide downward was the stroganoff. I thought maybe it was an "off' night so tried again...this time the filet was not up to par.... More

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Grass Valley, CA
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47 reviews 47 reviews
35 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 13 cities Reviews in 13 cities
10 helpful votes 10 helpful votes
5 of 5 stars Reviewed 24 March 2013

The place has recently changed hands but I think it's the same chef. We have been eating at this restaurant for about 20 years and the quality is consistent. Good steaks and seafood.

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Nevada City, California
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11 reviews 11 reviews
5 restaurant reviews
Reviews in 6 cities Reviews in 6 cities
1 helpful vote 1 helpful vote
4 of 5 stars Reviewed 17 March 2013

We made reservations for the table by the fireplace and we were seated there as soon as we walked in the door. Our server was attentive; drinks and bread were refilled when needed. My husband's steak was not as hot as it could have been but my Halibut was delicious and we enjoyed our meal. I would would go back!

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Grass Valley, California
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5 of 5 stars Reviewed 2 March 2013

We hadn't been to The Owl in years and were too tired to drive to Roseville, so decided to eat in town. We are so glad we did. Everything about our experience was fantastic. Our waiter, Tyler, was extremely friendly, knowledgable about the menu, answered all our questions, and was attentive to detail without hovering over us. The food itself... More

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