Welcome to Sizzler
Sizzler is a renowned steakhouse in Lake Forest, CA, offering a range of steak combos, hand-cut steaks, and family meals for 4. With a diverse menu including seafood options, vegan, and keto choices, Sizzler caters to various dietary preferences. Customers praise the attentive service and delicious food, especially the steak, ribs, and self-serve ice cream. The all-you-can-eat salad bar, American classics like fried chicken wings, and nostalgic ambiance make Sizzler a beloved dining spot for families and individuals alike. From the modern interior to the extensive menu options, Sizzler provides a unique dining experience worth revisiting.
- 23501 El Toro Rd Lake Forest, CA 92630 Hotline: (949) 768-7340
Welcome to Sizzler, a renowned steakhouse chain located in Lake Forest, CA!
This casual dining spot offers a variety of options including steaks, seafood, and American cuisine, catering to a wide range of preferences. Whether you're looking for a hearty steak combo or a delicious family meal, Sizzler has got you covered.
- With options like Steak & Jumbo Crispy Shrimp, Steak & Italian Herb Chicken, and Classic Trio, Sizzler ensures a memorable dining experience.
- The hand-cut steaks, including Tri-Tip Sirloin, New York Strip, and Rib Eye, are cooked to perfection and offer a flavorful delight.
- Customer reviews praise the freshness and variety of the salad bar, along with the attentive and friendly service provided by the staff.
For those looking for a family-friendly dining experience or a quick and delicious meal, Sizzler is the perfect choice. Whether you're a steak lover, seafood enthusiast, or simply craving a satisfying meal, Sizzler has something for everyone.
So, come on over to Sizzler in Lake Forest and experience the flavors and hospitality that have made it a favorite dining destination for many. Don't miss out on this gem of a restaurant!

Everything is so delicious. Service was great. Front of the house think the gentleman's name is Joshua, he was amazing, great recommendations. Every server there were extremely attentive and great human beings. Especially Monica and Gabby. Another server I don't recall his name but he was wonderful as well. Some of our favorites included the steak, barbecue ribs, macaroni salad, self served tacos, soft serve ice cream(not to be missed!!!) Brings us so much happiness to eat here, a true gem of a restaurant. Cannot sing enough praises and applaud any louder with my words for this amazing place that is, Sizzler!

Cute little restaurant! Food tasted good and came out decently fast! The best part was the customer service we received. Christina was absolutely amazing and diligent, noticed when we were running low and fetched us refills before we could even noticed/could say anything. She checked in and made sure we were set and just all around was great!

Not many of these left, the one I frequented in SGV as a kid shut down years ago. Didn't realize there was once so close to me in OC. Once in a while we just feel like reliving our youth with our daughter by going to establishments that were around in the 80's & 90's. This was a great example of one. This location was clean (as clean as a restaurant at this price range could be). The experience was just like I remembered, we looked over the menu on the wall and did our best memorize it as we walked to the register and repeat it. I was glad to see they had another laminated menu there, made it much easier to order without stretching my neck and looking right. IYKYK. The steak was cooked to a medium well as I request, it was nice a smoky just like I remembered. The shrimp we got was the small fried ones, it was mostly batter with a tiny shrimp inside. The best thing at sizzler of of course the "salad" bar where it was just endless amounts of American essentials, the do it yourself tacos that would make Mexican ancestors roll over in the resting place and weird yet oddly delicious fried chicken wings where the batter puffed up 1/4 inch from the actual wing. And of course the salads with way too many dressings and topping to name. I would definitely frequent this establishment now that I know it's here. It's not the best thing you can have, but there are days where you just miss Hometown Buffett or Souplantation...or is that just me?

We called around all afternoon on Xmas day and most restaurants were closed. Someone finally answered the phones at Sizzler! We knew it would be crowded there since they are one of the few restaurants that were open but didn't realize how long the line was. Salad bar is always super fresh and good. Many choices. Several varieties of soups. They also have the taco bar but I hardly even touch it. Too much foods and usually already full by the time I finish my salad. Steak is okay. I ordered a grilled chicken club this time since we were at All that Shabu the night before with the family. Way too much eating for 2 buffets in 2 nights in a row. :)

Monica gave us excellent service. Made our visit wonderful. Super attentive very seeet

I come here once a week with my son, he loves the steak and fries. his favorite server (and mine too) is Alonso. He is the best !! and my son looks for him when we come in every time. The service here all together is 10/10. Definitely a great classic family restaurant. :)

The site: Free standing building with ample parking even on busy Friday or Saturday nights. This is without doubt the most modern Sizzler both exterior but especially the interior, bright and clean with neon light accents. Service: You peruse the large illustrated menu on the wall prior to the cashier and prepay your meal. You pick your table or booth, and the server checks your ticket, brings your drinks and cheese toast if you want (say yes to this). Food sometimes comes out quickly but slow during busy times. They also replace salad bar items regularly. They bring refills promptly most of the time. The vibe: A wide variety of people during the daytime but during weekends, noisy and crowded. lots of families with kids hanging near self serve ice cream and desserts. The clientele matches the overhead music from the 70's, 80's - and 90's. No Sza or Shaboozey here but you'll hear Earth, Wind, and Fire, and classic rock.During those decades, Sizzler was king of sit down restaurants but is still is popular here. There are a few TV screens, and mostly booths. The food: All you can eat salad bar, steaks, and seafood. Though prices have soared recently, the salad bar is still my favorite. We need to eat more fiber and whole foods to prevent diabetes and metabolic syndrome,. The prepared salads and desserts include imitation crab, cole slaw, macaroni, sliced peaches, jello, and spinach, my favorite. Some less healthy but popular options are fried chicken wings, spaghetti with turkey meatballs, tacos, and desserts. The steaks have improved since my last review, when now, even the sirloin is tender and juicy, thanks for obviously salt brining them (a technique used by all Chinese restaurants). I've grown to really like this place. As much as I like Pho, Italian, Japanese, and other foods, I love and miss the American food places. The weekend crowds make me optimistic that they''ll survive the dip in restaurant patronage. My steak came out perfectly, though sometimes they're underdone. The salad items are usually fresh. This is a monthly trek for me and worth half hour drive - just be patient if you have to drive here during rush hour or near the Irvine Spectrum.

So now that souplantation isn't much of a thing anymore, I need to get my salad bar fix elsewhere. Incoming, the next best thing, sizzler! The salad bar was fully stocked and they had a wide variety of hot food options as well. The cheese bread is also a bit too tasty. You really can make any of your favorite salad combos here. It's great. Stars from the salad bar: the chicken wings (if you like more fried breading than chicken...I did), and the potato wedges. Pricing is a bit steep when I consider sizzler style food, but if you're feeling a buffet this place ain't bad!

Sizzler was a stable for me growing up as a kid, and that was before I really appreciated salad bars. But now there are just a lot fewer Sizzlers around, and with the Souplantation chain killed by the pandemic, one does reminisce about good ol' sizzlers. And this was how we decided to come check out this location, after reading the other great reviews. I have to say, the steak tasted better (e.g. tenderer and juicer) than it looked, and the ribs were good too. The kids enjoyed the salad bar, particularly the ice cream -- though one of them had stomachache afterward and it's unclear whether it was the ice cream or not. And oh, don't forget to bring cash if you like to tip the old fashioned way of leaving tips on the table instead of adding it to the bill...