Inaugural event brings together Cattlemens teams, local law enforcement, Special Olympics athletes and communities across Northern California.

August 2026 — Cattlemens Steakhouse is proud to announce that its inaugural Tip-A-Cop fundraiser raised more than $38,000 for Special Olympics Northern California, thanks to the generosity of guests, local law enforcement partners, Special Olympics athletes and Cattlemens teams across eight locations.

Held on August 11, Tip-A-Cop brought local law enforcement officers and Special Olympics athletes into Cattlemens restaurants to volunteer alongside restaurant teams while raising funds and awareness for Special Olympics Northern California.

In addition to donations collected throughout the campaign and during the event, Cattlemens hosted a Dine & Donate, contributing 20% of qualifying food and beverage purchases from guests who participated in the fundraiser.

The response from the communities surrounding each Cattlemens location was tremendous, with restaurants welcoming thousands of guests throughout the evening. Photos, videos and stories from participating law enforcement agencies, community partners, guests and restaurant teams continued to be shared online following the event.

“We were blown away by the way our communities showed up for this event,” said Miranda Smith, Director of Marketing & Communications for Cattlemens Steakhouse. “Seeing our teams working alongside law enforcement and Special Olympics athletes, and watching our guests rally around such a meaningful cause, made the evening really special. We are so grateful to everyone who helped make our first Tip-A-Cop such a success, and especially proud that together we raised more than $38,000 for Special Olympics Northern California.”

Cattlemens extends its sincere thanks to Special Olympics Northern California, participating athletes, local law enforcement agencies, restaurant teams and every guest who dined, donated or helped spread the word.

The success of the inaugural event reflects Cattlemens’ continued commitment to supporting the communities it has proudly served for more than 55 years.

More than $38,000 raised. Eight Cattlemens locations. One very special night for Special Olympics Northern California.

November 11th, 2025:
In honor of Veterans Day, Cattlemens Steakhouse continued its long-standing tradition of welcoming all active, inactive, and retired military personnel for a complimentary Sirloin Steak dinner across all eight locations.

“For fourteen years, we have looked forward to this day. Serving those who have served our country is an honor, and this dinner is our way of showing real appreciation for their service and sacrifice,” said Miranda Smith, Director of Marketing and Communications at Cattlemens.

Since the program began, Cattlemens has served more than 31,000 Veterans Day dinners. This year, more than 3,900 guests joined us on November 11th, including over 1,500 current or former military members.

November 11th, 2024: In Honor of Veterans Day Monday, November 11th, Cattlemens Steakhouse continued the tradition of inviting all active, inactive, and retired military personnel to enjoy a complimentary Sirloin Steak dinner at all eight locations in Dixon, Livermore, Petaluma, Rancho Cordova, Redding, Roseville, Rohnert Park, and Selma. “For thirteen years, we’ve had the privilege of serving those who have served our nation. This tradition is more than just a meal – it’s our way of expressing our deepest gratitude,” said Miranda Smith, Marketing Manager at Cattlemens. Since beginning this tradition, Cattlemens has served almost 28,000 veterans day dinners. In all, 3,300 guests dined at Cattlemens this Veterans Day, including almost 900 current or former military members.

Cattlemens Steakhouse Serves Veterans a Sirloin Steak Dinner in Honor of Service. 

Santa Rosa, CA, November 11th, 2022:  In Honor of Veterans Day Friday, November 11th, Cattlemens Steakhouse continued the tradition of inviting all active, inactive, and retired military personnel to enjoy a complimentary 8 oz. Sirloin Steak dinner.  “It was Cattlemens’ way of proudly serving those who have served our Country and has become a tradition.” said Miranda Smith, Marketing Manager at Cattlemens.  “In the past ten years we have served almost 24,000 Veterans. Our staff has enjoyed sharing in the many stories and are honored to support Veterans.”  In all, over 4,960 guests dined at Cattlemens this Veterans Day, including over 1,000 current or former military members.  

Launches refreshed brand identity and new menu designs

The family-owned Western-style steakhouse chain Cattlemens kicked off their 50th year in business on March 7 with a celebratory event at their Santa Rosa restaurant location in Montgomery Village Shopping Center.

The evening was a time for reflection on the longevity of the brand: “Over the past 50 years Cattlemens has crafted a unique and distinctive approach to hospitality and has served up our exceptional quality dining experience to millions of guests. We have hosted friends and family gatherings and celebrations down through generations. We take pride in being part of those traditions and memories, and enjoy bringing people together for great steaks and Cattlemens’ Western hospitality.” said Wayne Holloway, Cattlemens’ President.

Looking back to the heritage of Cattlemens and how its legacy endures, John Frenzel, Director of Marketing notes: “On any evening, walk into any of our restaurants and you’ll meet guests who’ve been dining with us for 30 or 40 years. Many of them came as kids and now bring their families. It’s that relationship and emotional connection we have with our guests that Cattlemens’ success is owed to, and, is certainly one of the main reasons our brand will continue to thrive.”

With over 100 managers and staff in attendance at the event, refreshed logos and menus were unveiled. The streamlined, updated brand identity was introduced — from logos to dinner, saloon, and specialty menus — reinforcing Cattlemens’ Western theme.

The company also announced the celebration will continue with its 600+ employees. Each will receive a custom keychain/50th memento which will entitle them to special meals at the restaurants. The 50th Anniversary milestone is in large part testament to the hard work, dedication, and contributions of Cattlemens employees. They helped shape Cattlemens’ history, contributed to who Cattlemens is today, and will continue to play a vital role in upholding the future of the brand.

 

 

Cattlemens partnered up with Froggy 92.9,  Santa Rosa’s Montgomery Village, and Harris Ranch for the 4th Annual Country Summer Concert Series at the Sonoma County Fairgrounds. The Country Summer Concert Festival is Sonoma County’s Biggest Party.  From June 18th-18 Cattlemens entertained ya’ll at our interactive Swag and Guest Booth (Corn Hole Toss Deluxe!) and serving up the VIP area along side Harris Ranch with the Best Steaks in the West! Perhaps best of all, The Bean Girls were BACK! They were out in the crowd, meeting so many wonderful fans.

We were there kickin’ our  boots up with you all, and it was so great to meet so many of you while listening to Country’s finest! In its fourth year as a concert series, Country Summer saw it’s crowd grow to over 267,000 fans for the three day period. With 14 of the biggest name in County, Cattlemens was proud to be a part of such an epic Event!

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Cattlemens Steakhouse Donates to Special Needs School in Honor of Award Winning Employee

Cattlemens Steakhouse donated $2,500 to Odyssey Learning Center in honor of the Pete Gillham Sr. “Changing People’s Lives” Award” 2015-2016 recipient Miranda Smith. The Cattlemens “Changing People’s Lives” award is named after Pete Gillham Senior, founder of Cattlemens, and awarded annually to an outstanding Cattlemens employee that has shown extraordinary compassion, action and community service on the job.  In recognition of this accomplishment, Cattlemens donated to the charity of Miranda’s choice- Odyssey Learning Center.  Odyssey Learning Center is an all autistic, non-profit school based in Orangevale, CA.  It serves 86 students on the autism spectrum that are low-functioning with great needs. Odyssey’s learning environment is personalized curriculum with a 2:1 teacher to student ratio; the only non-profit school of it’s kind in the greater Sacramento area. Doug Nordby, Odyssey Learning Center’s director stated, “We are so very grateful to Cattlemens and Miranda for this donation, our school does not get many private donations as we rely solely on limited school district funding. We will be assessing the greatest need that this donation will impact. 100% of this money will benefit students and teachers.”