They had a vision..

Salt Creek Grille was founded by partners Tim McCune and Pete Truxaw, who left management positions with a successful regional restaurant company to open the concept of their dreams: a classic American grille serving fabulous food, distinctive wines, a casual warm ambiance, live entertainment, spectacular locations and a loyal team of service professionals. Their vision was to create the most comfortable and inviting restaurant in the area that is “the place to go”.

The award winning Salt Creek Grille restaurants are upscale yet casual specialty dinnerhouses featuring mesquite-grilled fresh fish, aged steaks, and the best chops imaginable. An extensive wine list complements the classic American fare.

Enjoy a distinctive dining experience in one of our beautiful structures built in our own unique yet traditional "craftsman" style architecture. The rich wood buildings and natural settings lend tribute to Frank Lloyd Wright’s turn of the century buildings. Outdoor patios, a comfortable porch with fireplace, and a combination of wood tables and large booths provide plenty of room and seating versatility for dining and entertainment. We invite you to come and visit one of our Salt Creek Grille restaurants that is the “talk of the town.”

The first location opened in Dana Point, California in the summer of 1996. The restaurant is nestled on the corner of Pacific Coast Highway and Crown Valley Parkway, just a few blocks north of the Ritz-Carlton Hotel and St. Regis Hotel, south of the exclusive Montage Resort & Spa. Salt Creek Grille Dana Point is a recent recipient of the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005.

The second location opened on the picturesque shores of the Navesink River next to the Oceanic Bridge in Rumson, New Jersey in April 1998. With spectacular views of the Navesink River and located 5 minutes from the hip Red Bank, this beautiful waterfront setting was the prior home of the Fisherman’s Wharf Restaurant and the Rumson Inn. Guests enjoy the friendly ambiance for dinner and cocktails at the popular full service bar. Salt Creek Grille Rumson was recently Voted “Best Steak in Central NJ” by the NJ Monthly Magazine as well as awarded the highly coveted Wine Spectator Award of Excellence for 2002, 2003, 2004 and 2005

The third location opened in June 1999 in Valencia, California. The site is part of the Valencia Town Center, a new and upcoming shopping mecca in Valencia. This commanding location is adjacent to the Edwards Theater and the Hyatt Hotel and Conference Center. Salt Creek Grille Valencia was recently voted “Best Brunch in Santa Clarita” as well as “Best American Grille” by Santa Clarita Living Magazine.

Salt Creek Grille is a company committed to excellence and to consistently exceeding the guest’s expectations. Enjoy a distinctive dining experience at one of our award-winning upscale, yet casual specialty dinnerhouses