The Steakhouse & Lodge

We catered out a dinner for a corporate retreat just South of Hayward. Peggy went above and beyond while also making sure to cover our dietary needs as well as delivered on time. The food was excellent and we will be utilizing them again in the future.

We had an incredible experience at this gem in Hayward! Karen, our bartender, was an absolute rockstar mixologist, whipping up drinks like a well-oiled machine behind the bar—each cocktail was pure perfection. Our waitress, Rita, was equally impressive, guiding us through the menu with spot-on recommendations and impressive knowledge. The bluegill and rib tip appetizers were mouthwateringly delicious, stealing the show. This place is a must-visit, and we can’t wait to return. Highly recommend for anyone passing through Hayward

We wanted to treat our friends to a special evening as a way to thank them for their hospitality, but unfortunately, the experience fell way short.|Our server was friendly, but she admitted she usually works as a receptionist/greeter and only knows the appetizer section. That might be fine in a casual setting, but when you’re paying $45 for a steak, you expect knowledgeable service. She couldn’t suggest a steak cut, took our order incorrectly, and seemed unsure throughout the night.|The food itself was disappointing. The French onion soup tasted off, almost like drinking a giant crouton, and the first steak served to me came out medium-well with burnt edges (like from a dirty grill), instead of the Rare+1 I ordered. The potato was hard, and the cheese on top was cold and congealed.|By that

Great service, the gal we talked to ok the phone to reserve our room was great. Rooms were clean and the hospitality was amazing. Will be back!

Disappointing Experience at Our Wedding Reception We had our wedding here and while the venue itself has potential, the experience was incredibly disappointing due to how we and our guests were treated — especially by the owner. Things started off promising. We were told we’d be given a complimentary hotel room for our wedding night, which seemed like a kind gesture — until that, too, was taken away without any explanation. We had the entire hotel completely booked out for ourselves and our wedding guests, yet just two days before the wedding, we were suddenly informed they only had 140 chairs available for the ceremony. Our confirmed guest list was 230. This kind of last-minute oversight created a lot of unnecessary stress. During the reception, things got even worse. The owner was ri