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9927 Maine Avenue
Lakeside, CA 92040
(619)390-9063
By Sierra Robinson
June 12, 2012 (Lakeside)—Savoring flame-broiled, 100% Angus beef burgers at Steers, an Australian-based eatery that opened its first American restaurant in Lakeside last weekend, I predict that Steers will soon be rounding up a herd of loyal new customers.
After opening outlets in Australia and South Africa, the owners moved to La Jolla and scouted out an ideal location for their first U.S. venture. The site of the former Lakeside Steak House has been fully remodeled, serving up juicy burgers, espetadas (a shish-kabob like creation) and coming soon, steaks sizzling on the barbie.
Although we visited on the third day it was open, the restaurant was already serving several families, attracting people off the sidewalk with its cheery music and staff, who greeted every customer with a welcoming smile.
Espetadas, the house specialties, resemble shish-kabobs served with red peppers and either chicken or beef, both with the special house marinade. It’s also served on the side with the burgers—along with a variety of custom-made sauces, from BBQ to bleu cheese.
When we asked what was in the secret sauce, an employee told us the owner hadn’t even told the servers.
“If he told us, he’d have to kill us,” she joked, so the marinade remains a delicious mystery.
My companion and I both sampled burgers, one a bacon and cheese, and the other an Aussie burger which came with beets, an interesting and tasty addition, plus bleu cheese. All the burgers are made of 100% Angus beef, and flame-broiled to perfection. (Note: burgers came grilled to a juicy medium; be sure to ask if youprefer yours well done.)
Every burger is served with a side of either regular or sweet potato fries, and although we were told they were delicious, the restaurant ran out of the latter just before we arrived. We will be sure to arrive earlier next time to be able to try them for ourselves.
The decor mixes contemporary with western elements. A corrugated metal bar, modern metal tables and chairs and bright rust-hued paint melds with horseshoes on the walls and country-style music in the background.
Yes, there is a free lunch—or dinner! Just fill out a card to receive a free meal on your birthday, up to a $10 value.
Steers has applied for a liquor license to serve beer and wine. They also plan to expand their menu in the near future, adding steaks to the list of options.
Based on the tasty burgers with portions ample enough for Crocodile Dundee, we look forward to returning to try out some more beefy menu items soon.
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