Rainwater's on Kettner
At B St., next to the Santa Fe depot, downtown
Cuisines: Seafood, American, French
About
Venerable, locally owned, and the power-lunch choice of more than a few downtown business types and politicians, Rainwater's breaks no new ground in the steakhouse wars; but that's one of the reasons this spot is dependable. Lunch options include expectedly robust sandwiches and burgers, but you'll also find a good selection of entree salads. The restaurant's claim to fame is as an East Coast-style chophouse. For dinner check out the big hitters: prime rib-eye, prime T-bone, and even a prime New York strip for two, all expertly chosen and grilled to your specifications. The dinner menu also includes rack of lamb, pork chops, a selection of seafood, and pasta entrees. The spectacular wine list specializes in large-bottle formats and trophy labels, but still finds room for eclectic picks under $50.
