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Last night my beau and I made our first voyage to Alexander's, and while I'm sure the fare and the minutiae of our dining experience will sweetly linger in my memory, I don't want miss any of the amazing details by delaying the write up of this review.
Do I start with the first-class service, or the delectable cuisine, or the ambiance provided by the beautiful entrance and bar - cue fire place, leather sofas and mounds on top of mounds of dry-aged steak in your view as you enter...
My beau and I decided to arrive early to have a cocktail at the bar; give us a chance to breathe in the surroundings. The bartender was on point - he came out to greet us at the lounge table before we had even sat. My Belvedere dirty martini was made to perfection, and my beau's scotch was a generous pour. Macallan 30 year... maybe net time. ;)
We had an 8pm reservation but me, being the picky person that I am, and us being in no rush, waited it out till about 8:15pm, as I really preferred a booth. That being said, the hostess was amazingly accommodating; she informed us of the wait for the booth and continuously updated us on our options... it was worth the wait. Being in a booth, for me, is like the cherry on top of a sundae - it just completes the experience.
Our server Kathleen was just fabulous! Not only was she very knowledgeable of the menu and provided insight when requested, but she was also fun and witty and just an absolute pleasure. We started our dining experience with a white tuna amuse bouche that was incredibly tasty. We followed that up with the hamachi shots (that everyone seems to love) and the popcorn crab. Both we really phenomenal - the popcorn crab was very light and the sriracha mayonnaise for the dipping was a perfect complement, the hamachi shots with the truffle oil and red jalapeno... mouthwatering, simply amazing! I would come back just for those beautiful little mouth gifts! Both appetizers were nicely balanced with my french chardonnay.
For dinner we decided on the filet and dry-aged New York, and for our sides the truffle fries and the saffron risotto... I can still taste them both! The filet was like butter... so tender and cooked to absolute perfection! The new york was so hearty and flavorful - the brandy peppercorn sauce was such a yum-tastic addition to the extraordinary steak. I am a french fry fanatic and I think I can 100% agree with Kathleen, that I can never go back to regular fries again! I have had truffle fries on a handful of previous occasions, but never executed this well. The saffron risotto with chorizo, peas, lobster... my beau will be dreaming about that for years to come. It was so tasty and complex, I mean, there are some big personalities in the dish, but somehow they come together remarkably well, and not incredibly heavy either.
Now, I must jump back a step... let's talk wine, shall we? BIG thanks to Roland, the sommelier. Roland was extremely valuable; my beau wanted to enjoy an Italian wine, as a nod to our planned Italian honeymoon next year, and Roland recommended for us a superb Brunello that complemented our meals flawlessly.
To finish things up... chocolate of course. :) At this point, we were in heaven, but you can't leave without dessert, right? Kathleen described the differences and her preferences between the two chocolate desserts we were eyeing. The menu online is a little different and I don't remember the name, but we had the chocolate cake with the chocolate coating that is melted with the raspberry coulis, accompanied by vanilla bean ice cream. Presentation was almost as amazing as the dessert itself - very cool.
You know when you have an experience that you know you won't forget? Well, many of mine have been food related (sad right?! lol), and this is why I don't mind paying a bit extra for an experience that will forever be a fond memory and make me yearn for more. Speaking of...I'm off to the fridge - last nights doggie bag is calling my name!
I feel truly jipped by Alexander's Steakhouse.
Call me high maintenance but my 2nd time here was nothing like my 1st time. Entirely different experience!
First and foremost, a tip for all you yelpers:
Initially, the server will ask you if you're there for a special occasion: ALWAYS SAY THAT YOU ARE. Make up some excuse: anniversary, survived cancer, new job, expecting a child, just got married, recent sex change, etc. Just say something. That way, you will get a free complimentary dessert at the end so you can save about $14 on some dessert on their crappy dessert menu. Unfortunately, we weren't there for any special reason, just to enjoy good food with good company and I didn't tell him any good reason.
So make it up.
Setting:
+ Beautifully decorated, modern, clean and lively. Very loud, almost too loud to hear each other's conversation. Dimly lit but this worked in my favor since I get really pink when I drink :)
Service:
+ David N. was courteous and friendly.
- But something about him rubbed me the wrong way. Perhaps it was his chipmunk-on-crack like personality or the fact that he gave us another bottle of sparkling water when we didn't even ask for it. An extra $10 tacked onto our bill. Or maybe it was the fact that he probably asked us 3 times in the matter of 10 minutes if we decided on what we wanted to order. I felt very rushed; I didn't appreciate that at all.
Food:
+ big portions for all appetizers we got.
+ Truffle Oil Fries: very good! We wanted these as our side order for our steaks but they came out immediately.
- Popcorn Crab: rip off. I can tell you how to make this right now: crab (lightly battered and fried) and Japanese mayo with Sriracha sauce. Bam. Save yourself $22.
+/- i Hamachi Shots: Good but there was too many flavors going on to me. They added truffle oil but it would have tasted much better with ponzu sauce, in my opinion.
- Filet Mignon (10 oz) with Foie Gras (supplement): Foie Gras itself deserves 5 stars. Portions are huge! Loved it. What I didn't like was my filet mignon. I couldn't cut through my steak and realized there were a few obvious, tough veins in my filet mignon. For nearly $50, you would expect a flawless piece. I was pretty disappointed. So much so, I asked them to take it back and wash it off and take it togo so I can give it to my dog.
- Melange Trois: I tried the steak tartare and it was too salty, too peppery and the texture was disgusting and it looked like puke.
Conclusion: I think I just got unlucky this time and got a bad cut of steak. However, the next time I go here, I'll probably skip most of the appetizers and just stick with the steaks and foie gras.
2 stars (2009), which averages out to be 3.5 stars.
I went here last night for my anniversary with my bf who loves fast food and lobster from Red… Read more »
When I drive past this place I still get irritated I wasted $350 on a birthday dinner for 2. That was a complete waste!!
This place is totally over hyped. The meat was good, but not THAT good. How can people feel good about spending that kind of money on a meal in this troubled economy? Is everyone using company expense accounts to eat here?
Normal people can not afford this. And is it worth it? HELL no! I bloated up like a puffer fish from all the damn salt in the sides!
A good steak should not be covered in crap like butter and truffles and stuff. I spent $60 on a filet Mignon. My buddy had a comparable priced steak. We only order 2 drinks each.
The bill was $350!!
Do you know haw many worth while things I could have bought for that? Don't regret your decision like me, this place is not worth it. You can get a GREAT quality meal and steak at so many other places for a fraction of the cost.
The service was great, but for that price I expect a happy ending.
Never again. Well not on my dime anyway..
Over two years since my initial review and many more since I first started going to this institution, Alexander's Steakhouse continues to occupy a special place in my heart. After going to countless restaurants in the Bay Area, checking multitudes more on Hot on Yelp, and even drinking the Michelin-starred kool-aid, I can wholeheartedly say that Alexander's Steakhouse is MY favorite restaurant in the Bay Area.
Admittedly, I'm a carnivore through and through and steakhouses are not everybody's cup of tea. But Alexander's Steakhouse is so much more. With an Asian flair that doesn't border on gimmicky, fantastic meat and seafood entrees, and a high class ambiance that belies its Cupertino and Vallco location, Alexander's succeeds most in its attention to the details, especially with regards to service.
Case in point: At my most recent visit, we arrived an hour early on a Sunday and were surprised to find the restaurant busy. As we waited patiently at the bar, the bartender engaged us with friendly dialogue and when noticing we were watching him make a huckleberry-infused mojito, happily made one on the house for us. When other patrons were curious what huckleberries tasted like, he produced a plate, three spoons, and generously scooped huckleberries for the interested parties to taste. Small gestures, yes. But they make a difference.
I've celebrated every imaginable occasion at Alexander's from birthdays to new jobs to engagement to out-of-town guests. The experience has always been spot-on. I've never been upsold or pressured on any of the menu items and the little details they stress make the night memorable; whether they be complimentary champagne, a guided tour of the kitchen to make cotton candy (after a simple question about the cotton candy making process), or packing all my leftovers in separate boxes with plenty of au jus sauce.
Despite going to Alexander's over a dozen times (usually 1-2/year) and trying a diverse selection of their menu (2 lb ribeye, porterhouse, filet mignon), I always keep coming back to a select group of favorites which are always present, despite the menu changes and that occur every few months. I wholeheartedly recommend you these as well:
Hamachi shots ($24) - the first restaurant to serve these unique and tasty treats, these "shots" consist of ultra-fresh hamachi, ponzu sauce, white truffle oil, sprouts, and a touch of chili pepper. Absolutely delicious. An order comes with 6 shots. I can finish one by myself, but then I couldn't eat dinner.
Mac and cheese (w/ lobster) ($18) - a petite-size version of a dish famous at Donovan's Steakhouse in San Diego. Truffle oil, macaroni cheese, and tender/perfectly done chunks of lobster.
Truffle oil french fries ($8) - a nice appetizer or snack, the truffle oil will permeate your senses and the freshly cut deep fried potatoes will leave you grabbing for more.
Prime Rib ($34) - I've had prime rib at almost everyplace you can: HOPR, San Mateo Prime, Burlingame Prime, Outback, every buffet, etc. Alexander's is the best and I consider the ribeye to be the tastiest and most delicious cut of meat. It's perfect here, with a nice salty crust and a cool medium-rare center perfect with au jus sauce.
Alexander's serves much higher-end offerings including caviar, Australian F1, Wagyu A5, and even an Iron Chef-inspired menu. But while I've celebrated many an occasion here, I've not quite splurged for any of these AND I still think Alexander's is tops.
Maybe for my next major occasion (winning the lottery maybe?), I'll indulge in such delights, but I can guarantee you that, whatever the occcasion, I'll be first in line to dine at Alexander's. It's my favorite restaurant and has been for many years...
Alexander's Steakhouse happily accepts American Express.
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What's needed
1) Meat
2) Fire
When the steak is over cooked, under cooked, over seasoned, and I take that first bite, it's like going to Disneyland and someone shoots Mickey.
You don't need to have the right kind of fennel from France in season or hand churned butter milk from the teet of an Nepalese goat, or five pots reducing 50 ingredients into the perfect sauce.
Meat, fire, and the ability to do it right. If you are of the cost and caliber of an Alexander's, that should be every time, no exceptions.
Steak. Yay. I'd get into detail, but it might start sounding dirty.... porn dirty.
BEST MEAL OF MY LIFE.
I think I died and went to heaven.
My dad treated me, the BF and my friend for my birthday. Happy birthday to us! =P
First off, our waiter, Francois, was outstanding. He was super knowledgeable of the menu and super friendly. When I come back I would totally request him as my waiter. Besides, everything just sounds that much cooler with a French accent. =P
My table started off with a plethora of appetizers...
Hamachi Shots: Everything great about Japanese in a convenient little cup! The shots are almost borderline too big to be bite size, but it's absolutely fantastic. I could eat a dozen shots! This is a MUST HAVE if you love sashimi.
Foie Gras With Black Truffles: This was my very first time eating foie gras. I was a little scared at first, thinking the flavor was going to be too much. But... I LOVE IT. Especially with the black truffles... amazing! All you need to eat it with is some baguette and it's perfect.
Tuna Tatare: I've eaten many tuna tartares and this was unique with the olive foam. The tuna by itself could be a little plain, but the foam gave it a nice taste.
Oysters: A little twist on classic raw oysters. Instead of squeezing lemon on them, you scoop some ponzu (Japanese lemon) foam on it. The ponzu foam is a little more tart than I prefer, but made the dish unique.
Tempura Fried Monkfish Liver: I didn't think I would like this but this was melt in your mouth goodness! The liver was creamy on the inside and lightly crisp on the outside. It was like an eggroll with a paper thin wrapper.
After getting stuffed from our appetizers, it was time for the main course (after a complimentary palette cleanser)! I wanted to try a little bit of everything so I went for the New York Trio. At a whopping $155 it's definitely not for those on a budget. But it was GREAT. You get three different types of New York cut steak: American dry aged, Austrailian kobe and Japanese wagyu. They even give you chalk so you can write on the platter your guess on which one is which (totally obvious). Get the Trio if you want variety but...
NO STEAK COMPARES TO ANYTHING WAGYU. *DROOOOL* It melts in your mouth like butter. A must have for any steak lover. I'm saving up money so I can come back and order a whole wagyu steak which range from $185 (sirloin) to $255 (filet mignon). And if you want to have this succulent meat at home, there's a butcher area where you can actually purchase fresh wagyu.
And even if you don't order anything for dessert, you get complimentary cotton candy after your meal. Something fun to munch on. =) But they also have a nice selection of unique desserts and teas to choose from if you're feeling for something different.
I'm totally in love with this place. Other steaks just taste like cardboard now. Damn you, Alexander's!
Ok. So I just went here again last night. OMG.. I was soOOoo stuffed :x
we had:
Hamachi Shots- actually much better tasting that last time..
Crab and Rice Fritters- delish, better than the corn and bacon one last time.
2lb Rib Eye with Foie Gras- I shared this with three people (2 girls and one dude).. then we also shared:
Saffron Risotto- cheesy, yummy goodness
Mac N' Cheese- probably won't get this again.. we had the lobster one last time and thought without it this time, it would be better.. but it's still not good. :x tooooo creamy...
Truffle Fries.. yum- Still delish
Crimini Mushrooms- nothing spectacular, but helped with offsetting all the super rich food we were having
and lastly we had the iceberg lettuce with blue cheese dressing and candied bacon- not bad... probably won't get it again... but it was decent...
and we had three free compliments to our meals-
first was a parmasean cracker thingy, with caviar and eggplant with something else O_o super tasty
we had this palate cleanser that consisted of a jello shaped pomegranate and some other fruit flavor
and we had Grape Cottoncandy :P
oOooO and my friend had the Wagyu- $250 it was the filet mignon, and it was the ultra exclusive one.... i had a piece... the meat melted in practically 3 bites.. soOOoooo tender.. so good.. sooo.. uh.. EXPENSIVE.. I probably wouldn't order it.. but it was a fun experience. :D
Still like this place.. but still not 5 stars for me. :P
for 8 people, our bill was $1040... so bring your wallets.. with a lot of cash! :D
I thought this place was decent... :( I really wanted to enjoy this place and say it was the most… Read more »
You need to get our server Angie. She took the whole experience of Alexanders to a whole new level. I had so much fun last night! Alexanders was hopping last night. It does help I think with the Silicon Valley Eats and having a prefix menu for $35. On to the food.
Tuna Tartar- This was excellent and was very good. It had a little of everything, something crunchy with a wonderful sea water foam and it was just delish. I think I like this more than the Hamachi shots.
Truffle Fries - Oh these rock. I didn't want to order fries but someone else did but I could not resist not eating them. They are fries after all with truffle. The dipping sauce it came with was okay but I liked them just straight up.
Popcorn Crab - This was alright to me. Some pieces was over cooked but it was good and the dipping sauce made it better. Then again I am not a huge crab fan.
Hamachi shots - They are famous for these shots. It was much better than the 5A5 shots I had. Very yummy. You are not suppose to eat it with a fork but I did.
Flank Steak - It was cooked perfectly and the chimichurri sauce was very good. Then again I am not a huge meat person.
Dayboat scallops- These scallops was perfectly cooked and went well with the heirloom tomatoes. They were soft and sweet.
Uni Fried Rice - This was not bad but I am not use to Uni being slightly cooked. Kinda had a little different texture, but it went well with the rice. I would order this dish again.
Apple of my eye - A very good apple crisp. Not overly sweet and went well with the ice cream.
Paradise - Panna Cotta was excellent. I love the pear sorbet it came with, it taste like you were actually eating a pear.
Chocoholic - Flourless chocolate cake was really good. It taste more like a creamy ganache candy than a cake. Love the malt ice cream it came with.
Honestly you can't go wrong with the food at Alexanders.
Now on to the fun part. I got to make my very own Cotton Candy. Yes the kid inside of me came out. We also got a tour of the kitchen too, which was really cool. The cotton candy machine was huge and the flavor was Sizzling Lemon. First time ever using a cotton candy machine but I did very well according to Angie. My cotton candy was huge! It was big as Marge Simpson's hair and was tipping. I was very proud of my creation and thanks to the guidance of Angie I might have a new career as a cotton candy maker.
Thank you so much Angie for taking care of us and making our dining experience a wonderful one. I hope to be back soon.
Please see Walter P's review. Exactly what he said.
First off I want to thank Walter for a…
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Very nice! I was impressed this place had great service, great food and great wine and that's a combination I like. I ordered the fillet and my friend had a New York style steak both came with awesome mashed potatoes and i liked that we were served an intermezzo between our appetizers and entrees. The service was excellent I loved our server he was great. Didn't indulge in deserts since I was full they have some really good size portions at this place. The atmosphere is very nice as well although you feel special as a guest at this restaurant it doesn't feel uncomfortable and stuffy here. Afterwards hit Valco Ice Skating rink for a great first date experience
Another wonderful experience at Alexander's during restaurant week all thanks to Yuchi! My apologies for calling her Yenchi in my last review, her name is Yuchi!!
This time around I was able to bring others who haven't had the chance to experience the dining experience at Alexander's to see what makes OUR Alexander's experiences so wonderful and they too were wowed by her.
Loved the restaurant week menu, thought it was a fabulous deal and once again felt super special thanks to Yuchi's fantastic service.
Thanks, we'll be back :)
You must have Yen Chi (sp?) or Angie be your server.
She makes the experience a million times…
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ANGIE!!!! I LABBERS YOU!!!!
Excuse me ladies and gentlemen but I need to rebuke JM's last 4 star review for this place and bump it up to, yes, you better believe, 5 STARS!!! Angie from now shall be the only person I shall ever wait on me @ Alexanders. I will only go to Alexanders if I can book one of her tables. Alexanders has only her to thank for my continuing patronage. And from one woman to another woman.. she takes care of me and I take care of her.
And of course the food was great. Truffle Fries ..... as in truffle oil!!!
Popcorn crab covered with excess truffle oil! Hamachi shots - it's always better with no hands! Paradise - Panna Cotta was served with a scoop of pear gelato - each spoonful was like taking a bite out of a pear.
The next time you go there, ask for Angie and you will find a level of service that you would only expect from me.
Jezzabelle
XOXO
In honor of a certain request for my update to be more...
simply more.
*shrugs
And I'm back....…
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Alexander's has great ambiance, but sometimes it gets a little loud (not really a place where everyone just kinda murmurs) and the lighting is a tad bit darker than what I'd classify as "romantic".. well, at least in the area that we were seated. The hostess and our waiter was friendly and very attentive. I had a 6 oz. medium rare filet and also ordered a side of mashed potatoes. They gave us complimentary cotton candy at the end with our check, which was cute (and yummy).
The reason why I took off a star was because, for its price, the food was good but not completely AMAZING and didn't WOW me. I can see why people like going there, though, since its decor and ambiance are very suitable for celebratory occasions. To me personally, Alexander's is not really comparable to other steakhouses within the same price range, and I'd rather spend my money elsewhere, like at Morton's.
Ok. It officially sucks to have yelper friends, LOL. I came home from dinner and realized that 2 of my dinner companions have already yelped their hearts out about Alexander's. haha. MY turn!
I made a reservation for 8 for me and some friends for SV restaurant week. $35, prixe fixe menu. For a party of 8+, they require a credit card on file and will charge $25 per person if you cancel within 48 hours of your reservation. Good thing my friends are food crazed and can be counted on whenever there is yumminess to be consumed.
Hamachi shots were the best thing on the SV restaurant week menu, by far. A bit spicy, salty, so flavorful. I loved the Hamachi Carpaccio at Gochi but oh my gosh, these hamachi shots were the best I've ever had. Not surprisingly, it was also the only item on the restaurant week menu that is on the normal menu. To me, this indicates that while restaurant week is a great deal, the menu items they offer may not be up to the standard of their normal menu items. http://www.yelp.com/us...
As for the flank steak with chimichurri sauce, it was really tender and juicy and just the right amount of bloodiness. I was a little surprised that the waiter had to actually encourage people to order the steak meidum rare. How else would you want your steak? I was a little shocked that some people around the table looked like they needed to get talked into it. http://www.yelp.com/us...
I really loved the artistic presentation of the desserts. I am a huge fan of art so when my chocolate cake came on a paint pallete, I was completely and happily surprised. To top it off, the chocolate sauce was painted on the pallete, a delicious stroke of an artist's brush. http://www.yelp.com/us...
While I enjoyed my meal at Alexander's, it didn't completely meet my expectations of the mind blowing amazingness that I anticipated. However, restaurant week did do its job...whetting our appetites to want to come back again and again to sample all the other yumminess that Alexander's has to offer. Afterall, if the hamachi shots were the only thing on the real menu and it was SO amazing and far above the rest of the meal, then I see that as a good sign.
I've always sung praises about the top 2 steakhouses that have brought inexplicable joy to my life - Morton's & Harris Ranch. Up until today, these establishments were placed on a pedestal for serving the juiciest and most tender pieces of meat known to (wo)man. Up until today, my mouth would salivate as I closed my eyes and imagined taking a whiff of all the invigorating spices used for such marvelous flavor. Up until today, I didn't think I could ever find such bliss in devouring a slab of steak. Up until today...when I dined at Alexander's.
Thank goodness SIlicon Valley Restaurant Week was able to join forces with Alexander's to create an affordable prix-fixe menu. Though I was fully intrigued by their Omakase and Iron Chef tasting menu, I couldn't pull myself together to fork out over a bill and a half for such an exquisite dining experience. (Though, one day...I WILL make it happen.) For now, I was content with my $35 3-course meal consisting of 2 hamachi shooters, flank steak, and an Apple Of My Eye to end the evening.
Warning: Do not attempt to take the hamachi shooters like an actual shot. You will fail. All kidding aside, these little suckers were truly orgasmic! The truffle ponzu sauce was the perfect marinade. The sweet and succulent slices of hamachi just slithered down my throat and left a very pleasing non-fishy after taste. That rarely happens when I eat raw fish.
Our server was kind enough to let us know the flank steak is cooked to medium rare by chef's standard and even asked if we had any objections. Good to know that the chef's standard is also my standard, The bloodier, the better. When our dishes were set down, all I could do was "oooh" and "ahhh" at how perfectly cooked my steak was - a crisp brown shell filled with pink to deep pink layers. I knew this was going to be good. The chimichuri marinade accompanied by a thick garlic and cilantro pesto puree stirred up quite a commotion amongst our dinner party as everyone smothered their slices of steak across this plate of deliciousness. We smothered until we could smother no more. Huey K. wins for having the cleanest plate of the evening. Literally looked like it was licked spotless. They definitely need to put this on the regular menu!!
The only course where everyone ordered something different was dessert. I decided to go with the Apple Of My Eye (apple galette w/ brown butter ice cream and miso caramel sauce topped with an apple chip). Though it was difficult cutting the pastry down with my spoon, I managed to leave no scraps behind. Highlight of the dish definitely goes to the ice cream.
We also received a small shot of some kind of cream of cauliflower soup, compliments of the chef, and it was very tasty and comforting. Just when I thought our scrumptious meal had come to an end, in walks our server with complimentary cotton candy! At first glance, I noticed it was yellow rather than the typical pink. Curious of what flavor it would be, I reached in, pulled off a puffball of this mystery treat, and as it melted in my mouth, it hit me - BANANA!! First time having banana flavored cotton candy, and I surely hope it's not my last.
Prices here can be a bit outrageous, but if you're as big a meat-lover as I am, know that it's worth every last penny.
Last night, a few girlfriend's and I came here for Silicon Valley Restaurant Week.
Flank Steak - 4 stars. I am not a fan of rosemary.
Hamachi Shots were amazing! There were so many flavors in one little shot. - 5 stars
Seared fois gras - 5 stars!
Mac n Cheese - 5 stars!
There was a tiny appetizer that came out on thinly sliced toast with some sort of jam and cheese. (I know I'm butchering it - I'm not fancy enough to remember what it was exactly) It was delicious!
Lastly, there was cotton candy - very cute.
The dessert that was on the pre-fix menu that I ordered was a ginger peach sorbet and it was really light and I love the subtle ginger taste. My friend had the chocolate something - but I preferred the fruity dessert.
Excellent service and good food! However, i've really had better steak elsewhere. I find that the steak is not as good as Ruth Chris, and definitely nowhere near as good as Wolfgang's or Peter Luger's.
What's hot:
Hamachi shots - Yum.
Foie Gras - Mmm!
What's not:
Rib eye - It's decent but, I really enjoyed steaks elsewhere more. Still way better than Morton's though. Luger is still the best.
They're really quite fantastic for service, atmosphere is nice, menu is varied. Their japanese seems better than their american though I like it, but for the same cost i'd rather be at another steakhouse. Even Ruth Chris.
I got Tomahawked by Alexander's 3lbs+ Ribeye special called... The Tomahawk!
I would give this 3.5 stars because the Tomahawk is a one big beef on a giant bone. It lacked flavor and Ive managed to soak in all the juice on the platter before I decided to call it quits. Little fat is okay but fat everywhere is just too much work.
As always, the mac n cheese, the french fries, iceberg salad, tuna tartare and hamachi shots were all delicious.
For the first time, I enjoyed a free complimentary dinner paid for by dad as a bday gift.
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We (party of 4) hit Alexander's on Sunday night during SV Restaurant Week -- great fixed price menu: (a) all went with the hamachi shooters for the appetizer (great flavor combo -- hit perfectly) -- other options were caesar salad or a soup (uh -- ok, I guess - why?); (b) entree -- a mix on the table -- two went with the flank steak (expertly prepared -- perfect), one went with the scallops (great!), and one went with the lamb sausage with ragout (yummy!); and (c) dessert -- apple crisp was good (not a knock-out), pear sorbet (the definite winner of the night!), and chocolate lava cake (good, but standard).
Even though we had the prix fixe menu -- we got the cream of cauliflower amuse bouche -- great flavor & nice touch to start off the evening.
Wine was a wonderful find -- Mayo Family Winery of Sonoma's Petite Syrah -- a $40 +/- bottle for $72.
Service was wonderful -- Angie (coincidence?) was great -- ok with us taking our time -- good info re: menu choices.
Favorite was the pina colada flavored cotton candy -- just fun!
We returned to Alexander's last night for the SV Restaurant Week. We sat at a different part of the restaurant this time. I didn't realize how huge the restaurant was since last time wasn't as crowded. For a Mon evening, it was packed!
For $35, the 3-course meal was worth trying out the restaurant for newbies. However, it didn't showcase their specialty - aged meat (for obvious reasons). I started off with a Caesar salad, which I loved since the dressing had plenty of anchovies (yum!). Very rich tasting dressing.
They brought out the bread between the appetizer and entree, which I thought was strange. The nutty bread was delicious - soft, chewy on the outside, and most importantly, warm. The basket also had cheese and pieces of small baguette (sourdough?). The butter was soft with an option to add coarse sea salt.
I chose the scallops with arugula and tomato salad for entree. I didn't think the scallops were nearly seared enough on the outside to balance the soft, more-rare inside. Seasoning wasn't quite there for the scallops, so my husband ended up eating most of it. I loved my husband's flank steak with chimichurri sauce, though.
I'm really glad we ordered sides of green beans w/ bacon in soysauce and creamed spinach. Initially, I thought it would be too much food after I noticed how big the sides were. Our waiter encouraged us to order sides since our entrees didn't come with sides. However, I'm glad we ordered because I ended up eating more sides than my own entree. (I think I just chose wrong or it's my change in palate from pregnancy since I typically love scallops.)
While we waited for our dessert, they brought out an orange-flavored cotton candy. It was nicely presented, but I didn't think it went with what we ate. Every table had one, but we wasted ours since we filled our quota of sugar with our dessert.
I chose the apple pastry dessert with ice cream. It was plated with a slate of caramel sauce. The pastry with the ice cream (forgot the flavor) was light and refreshing. I love any apple desserts, so I have to give this dessert my 2-thumbs up. The decaf coffee was rich and fresh.
We ordered sparkling water, and they brought out Voss - premium water. What was strange was that they brought out a second bottle when we were done without asking us if we wanted more and charged us. Out of all the nice restaurants I've been to, this was my first. I thought it was weird, but maybe he assumed that we would never drink straight water. I don't like waiters making assumptions, but it was a busy night.
What was interesting was that we ran into our friends who ordered off the menu and only had 1 person order off the prixe fixe. They received complimentary plates like palate cleansers and another dish (I have to check their facebook). I guess the $35 was too good of a value. That would have to be my only complaint was that they really tried to get us to spend more $ beyond the $35 with the sides, drinks, etc. Before we received our dessert, they had us reconsider our choice so that we can order off their menu.
If not for couple of these things, I would've given them 5-stars. I won't take off 2 stars, because perhaps I should expect this from a premium restaurant. Maybe they're resentful that we didn't order wine (duh... 7 months pregnant) and off their normal menu (I do want to return again for aged meat).
I would return again, but I probably won't order as many things since their specialty (besides their delicious salad) is meat.
It was good to visit Alexander's once again. This is still my go-to-spot for celebrating. I've had my birthdays, anniversaries, Dad's birthday, and "just because" dinners here and it never gets boring.
I recently came for the Silicon Valley Restaurant Week but did not opt for their special menu (3 courses for $35). Instead, I was talked into (not by our server but actually my dinner date) overindulging. I mean, who can resist a 20oz prime rib? I certainly can't.
We started off with champagne followed by a lovely bottle of Sauvignon Blanc (although with all the meat I wish I went for a red). The mint julep was very strong! My date let me finish his because he couldn't handle it (haha.. okay well he was driving).
My favorite was the popcorn crab. If you want the ultimate fried but sophisticated (or excuse that it's okay since it's healthy seafood) indulgence then get this. I found it amusing the sauce was explained plain and simple as mayonnaise and siracha, instead of it being played off as something fancy like aioli.
We also had ...
eggplant amuse bouche, not that great
palate cleanser of pineapple something. similar to a softer pineapple jelly/gummy.
iceberg wedge salads - Cute with more gourmet toppings.. but alas, just a salad imo.
beef tartar - I shouldn't complain about too much beef but there was barely any crostini type bread to go with it. I ended up eating a spoonful of beef.
20oz slow roasted prime rib- No complaints! (except darn I had to share)
filet mignon- Mmm, as usual, way better than any other places I've had
braised? short ribs- tender and yummy (at this point I was overwhelmed by meat..)
truffle mac&cheese - Did you know that a serving of this is about 3 thousand calories? Too rich for me but definitely worth a couple of spoonfuls.
crimini mushrooms - My saving grace. Despite the massive amount of food I was eating, I justified it with my "healthy" mushrooms..
dessert was complimentary. They really know how to push you over the edge.
I did realize I'm not in love with their fancy bread basket anymore but everything else is fantastic!
Keep in mind the menu is slightly different from what is available online. Often times, better than you expected if you're a weirdo like me and look at the menu beforehand.
I finally remembered my favorite server's name (it's Scott) although we actually didn't have him. He was sweet and even put my coat on for me as I was leaving. Great service.
Need to go back soon. I'll just do Bikram Yoga every day and eat here once a month. Haha.
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I saw this place being reviewed on tv and finally got a chance to try it with their dine - in special for the week. I was so excited!!!! but unfortunately was so disapointed with their tasting menu on the main entree of the flank steak!That steak was not tasty and dry, sooo sorry to say. Their regular meat is probably awesome, but did not get it with that flank steak!
However, I give this place 4 star , but of their hamachi shots and truffled fries. Totally awesome! even though pricey. They also have an incredible wine menu! and service was effecient and accomdating! Even though
so disappointed with the flank steak, I want to come back here and try their regular stuff.
Came here for Silicon Valley Restaurant week. I think they seriously skimped on the quality of meat for that menu. I ordered the flank steak and it was one of the worst steak's I've ever had. Tough, stringy, and rubbery....and the portion was tiny. I'm okay with tiny portions if the food is quality and tastes good, but this meat was horrendous.
My bf didn't order off the restaurant week menu - he got the prime rib. It was good, but nothing spectacular. I've never had a bad prime rib so can't really say much based off this entree.
Hamachi shots are not my cup o' tea, but if you're into that sort of things, they were probably good. I wanted to barf after I ate mine :) The flourless chocolate cake was a nice ending for a serious sweet tooth like myself. And the cotton candy is a fun extra.
Service was very good, but the food was not good enough to make me want to go back. I guess if I had ordered one of the $100+ steaks, it may have been better. But guess what, I didn't have to do that at Fleming's, Ruth Chris, or Morton's and I still enjoyed an delicious steak dinner!
Bottom line up front: Everything on the SV Restaurant Menu is good, but doesn't come together to create a great, satisfying meal. Nevertheless, I'd like to try the regular menu sometime.
Bread: Good variety, the cheese cracker-ish item was delicious. It's quite the temptation for a low-carber.
Pre-Appetizer: Cauliflower soup shots. These were creamy and not too salty.
Appetizer: Two Hamachi shots. These were awesome... salty, spicy, fishy.
In-between: A little spoon with a rectangle of ginger + half an acidic blueberry to cleanse one's palate.
Main Course: Flank Steak in Chimichurri sauce. This comes medium rare, which I'd recommend since flank steak can get tough when cooked too long. The chimichurri sauce is great if you love garlic, and everyone finished theirs... it looked like I licked my plate. It's good, but I was expecting something amazing.
Dessert: Flourless chocolate cake with malted milk ice cream and chocolate sauce. Also very good.
It's like a film that's simply a collection of great scenes, but doesn't quite come together. A minor issue was the slow service, which only served to make us hungrier. The biggest issue was portion size -- you know it's not enough food when everyone's talking about going to Q-Cup after to get fried chicken.
I guess you have to blow some serious cash to feel full.
Review #777 for Alexander's Steakhouse!!!
(7 is my lucky number too!)
The entire dining experience was simply PHENOMENAL!!! Food was awesome!!! Service was spectacular!!!
My only beef, no pun intended, was that when the server asked if we were there for a special occasion, I told her it was my birthday and she even said, " Oh, Happy Birthday!" So I figured cool, maybe I'd get a special birthday dessert with all that fancy writing. But nope...I never got it...and I had my iPhone on my lap ready to take a pic immediately after finishing our meal. :(
For that, I'm subtracting .25 of a star off due to the server missing the key element of the occasion. It's a very minor subtraction due to the fact that she and the entire dining room staff were 150% attentive otherwise.
Overall, with as pricey as Alexander's might be, it's truly worth your time and the money spent. Remember, you get what you pay for!
I came to Alexander's a little over a week ago with some good friends. This was actually my first time coming here after seeing it many times whenever I would leave TGI Fridays across the street. The service, food, and atmosphere are all excellent and top notch. This is a formal Steakhouse with a touch of Asian flair and the prices on some of the dishes do get expensive.
Let's start off with the food. I ended up ordering:
-Hamachi Shots (http://static.px.yelp....)
-Dry Aged Bone-In New York (http://static.px.yelp....)
-Baked Potato (http://static.px.yelp....)
The Food: The highlight of my night came from the Hamachi Shots, which just completely blew me away and fascinated my taste buds. Packed inside each shot glass contains fresh hamachi, truffled ponzu sauce, chili, avocado, frizzled ginger, and cilantro greens. The hamachi with the combination of the other ingredients blended perfectly together, giving you a taste of pure ecstasy in your mouth and is just to die for! I could have ordered this as my main meal (maybe 2 orders) and been on cloud nine for the whole night. Seriously, this was love at first shot!
For my main course I had such a hard time choosing what to order, with so many delicious and mouth watering dishes to choose from. My eyes kept staring at the New York Trio but the price tag made my eyes wander to other items. After much consideration between a few items I finally elected for the Dry Aged Bone-In New York. This 26 oz. of steak was covered in Brandy-peppercorn sauce with a small side of mushroom dexelle. My steak didn't disappoint, but at the same time didn't wow or impress me too much either. It was very juicy and quite filling. Honestly, I think I was still on a buzz from the hamachi shots! :) I tried a small piece of my friend's filet mignon, and found it more tender and tasty.
Service: Impeccable and premier service here at Alexander's. Our server, Sean A. was very friendly and incredibly helpful. Sean was very knowledgeable with the various kinds of steaks and cuts. He was extremely attentive to our needs as well as the details. +1 Star for the service!
Summary (4.5 Stars): You MUST order the Hamachi Shots! It's been over a week and I am still buzzing about them. =P
Food - 2 stars. The quality of their meats is good, however, their execution lacks. For our table, 1 of the steaks was well over cooked. And the fusion sauces and condiments they put on these otherwise beautiful steaks definitely takes away from the flavor. On my particular ribeye, there was a cloying, overly sweet bbq sauce. This place is not for the purist, nor those looking for a well executed steak. Such a waste of quality cuts of beef.
Service - 1 star. Upsell Upsell Upsell. Is this a restaurant or a used car dealership. Our waitress would not shut up about their priciest menu items like the Ny Trio $155.... "Want to share a steak? Don't get the 2+ ribeye for $55, get the surf and turf for $120!" "Want the ribeye for $55, why not the Tomahawk for $65?"
"Everything must go!"
And despite her annoying and UNSOLICITED sales pitch, she was deliberately misleading about the meats, telling us that a Tomahawk was "fattier and juicier" than a Ribeye. Outright lie.
Verdict: Save your dollars. Alexander's is a place is for those who can't escape Silicon Valley. Drive up to the City and go to Harris' or Bobo's or Lark Creek, or House of Prime Rib.
I seriously had one of the best times here eating at this restaurant!
We did a double date here to celebrate my birthday as well as my friend's birthday. Our boys were paying and it happened to be Restaurant Week, so we figured it would be a good time to check out Alexander's because we'll never be able to afford it again. ;)
The fixed menu was pretty impressive and included appetizers like their creamy mushroom soup, hamachi shots, or a caesar salad. But sadly, I'm allergic to hamachi and couldn't order the shots. FAIL. Instead, I had their mushroom soup and it was DELISH! Went very well with some of the bread that came to our table.
The main dish choices all seemed tantalizing but I decided to choose what Alexander's known for - their beef. I had their flank steak and it was SO GOOD. Wow, I could've pissed in my pants right then and there. Heck, I wouldn't even remember if I had pissed in my pants or not because they happened to give us free champagne on the house for our birthdays, and I was a happy lil' skipper.
To this day, I wish I ordered that pear dessert that everyone keeps raving about. GAH. But I had their chocoholic cake instead and it was okay. Nothing to make a fuss about. We also received birthday desserts, which were pretty good! What amazed me the most was the chocolate syrup handwriting on the plate. It. was. amazing.
Overall, this place was great. The service was great, the food was great, the mac and cheese with truffle oil was orgasmic, and I could've died at that table and carried a little bit of heaven to... heaven. Anyway, I'd definitely come back again next year if they participate in Restaurant Week again.
First time ever at Alexander's, and it's because of Restaurant Week. It's my first time going to a RW establishment, but the restaurant treated me quite gently.
4.5 stars
Atmosphere: very impressive, quite fancy. I would definitely come here for the food again just because of the nice environment. But of course for a celebration!
Prices: very expensive, steaks start off at $35+. There are also fancier options and whatnot, all available on the website. However, the price $35 for RW menu was not horrible. I felt satisfied based on the food and price.
Bread: they gave out sourdough, some flatbread with sprinkled cheese and fennel seeds, and a third type of bread. Had cold butter with green onions, and French sea salt. I was really tempted to be very very Asian and jack their salt, since it's supposed to be extremely expensive, and tell my mom that I got a "good deal" here, that it was "hen hua de lai".
Food: Hamachi shooters, very very very delicious, especially if you are a sashimi lover. The two shooters came on top of a plate of salt (I'm assuming also some sort of sea salt, but bigger/chunkier). Flank steak, with chimichuri sauce (pesto based), medium rare. I loved it, because it was flank (hence quite tender), but also because it was a great medium rare. Chocoholic was not too sweet yet had enough chocolate flavor. The ice cream on top made the rest of the night. Great combination.
Service: it was pretty good, though the server didn't know his beer quite well. Had the expo chef bring out our shooters and teach us how to eat them, which is a new experience for me. The server came frequently enough to ask us about our food, but was not quite trained well to make small talk.
Note: the table next to us got pretty angry at their service. This was mainly because he said that the bussers took away his plates too fast, without his consent. What ticked him off was that they took away his glass of wine, which still had some wine left, enough to get a couple of swallows. Hell, never take away a man's wine, he'll shank you for it. I think that's why our servers/bussers all asked us if we were finished with our plates, etc. so that we didn't complain about the same stuff, too.
Overall, I'd come back again, hopefully get a better, more humorous server.
Saw a bottle of magnum 1.5 mL wine for $1295. That's right yelpers, $1295. Hell automatic tip on that at 15% is easily $190. If I ever sold a bottle like that, I'd take a picture.
you know this is a serious steakhouse when you the first thing you see as you walk in are hunks of meat in a display case. the next thing you see is the kitchen and then you are presented with a warm fireplace and comfy seating in the waiting area. fortunately (or unfortunately, as might be the case), you do not have to take advantage of the waiting area as the seating is prompt with a reservation (not always the case!).
we came once during silicon valley restaurant week and had the fixed menu, consisting of an appetizer, main dish, and dessert. i went for the hamachi shots, flank steak, and chocholic dessert. i had heard about the hamachi shots, but did not realize you need to swirl/spin the glass a bit before downing the shot, otherwise you get all the ponzu sauce first, with the hamachi stuck in the glass. i'm sure this tastes even better when everything comes together. the flank steak is what you would expect, it's not bad for flank, but flank is flank. the chocohlic was great; i particularly enjoyed the ice cream they placed on top of the chocolate cake.
we had a great experience here and the service was great, with the now-famous cotton candy standard fare at the end. our server did not mention the chef's recommendation for how the meat should be done, though.
we actually came back a few days later for a friend's birthday, and decided to splurge a bit and get some of the more expensive menu items. i went for the dry-aged porterhouse and was extremely pleased with my selection. i had it done medium rare per the chef's recommendation, and this was probably the best steak i've ever had. in addition to the excellent tabasco butter sauce, the steak itself was very tender and juicy and i literally ate everything but the bone.
the server was very knowledgeable, confident, and attentive, and offered a few bonuses along the way, such as a leek soup sample. unfortunately, they ran out of the pearadise dessert, but he was able to get us souffles as replacements.
i will definitely be heading back here in the future, but may need to wait a bit until my bank account recovers. if possible, i'd rate this a 4.5 (the overall rating for this restaurant is quite accurate), but will have to settle for a 4 because of the price.
There is nothing I can say that the other reviews can't. This place is a MUST. There isn't a bad item on the menu.The staff is friendly, prompt, knowledgeable, I could go on and on. Make sure you order the truffle fries and the bone in fillet (it's a special and is big enough to share). Perfect place to celebrate any occasion (except anything involving children - I have 2 daughters and a baby on the way and this restaurant is NOT appropriate for children). Make sure to call and make a reservation.
We had wonderful service from Sean A., who was very knowledgeable not just about the wine and cava he served, but also about the dishes and pairing suggestions. We've been wine tasting a couple times, but learned more about wine and pairings the night we dined at Alexander's!
The food was outstanding, and we felt privileged to be able to try the Chefs' new pairing creations (small appetizer plate paired with a particular wine). We know that the Monkfish Liver Tempura will be popular enough to make it onto the regular menu! I wish I remembered the liver tempura chef's name so that I can keep an eye out on his future pairing creations.
We hardly dine at high-end, 5-star restaurants, but we'll definitely return to Alexander's again and again!
After a few more visits, I must bump this restaurant up to 5-stars.
Service and food are on a level uncomparable to others in its class. Special touches make the evening more than just a meal; it's an experience.
I have never been disappointed and will continue to be a fan.
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Wow i had no idea that there was such a great steakhouse in cupertino! My Girlfriend took me here for my Birthday and i was completely blown away by the service, the knowledge of the staff, the food of course, and the attention to detail throughout out our dining experience.
Its an asian fusion steakhouse but i only say that because Alexander's has the largest selection of Wagu Beef!! (japanese beef) They have a whole separate menu for just their specialty beef. Not to mention that when you walk in to the restaurant you see a huge aging refrigerator! Yes! They age their own beef!!!
Ok i digress, back to the meal. After a quick lesson in Wagu beef, we were offered a complimentary shooter of white fish gazpacho to start of the meal. It was tasty, light and refreshing. We ordered jumbo lump popcorn crab! oh man! This is to die for if 1.) you love crab and 2.) you are a fan of fried food. Therefore a perfect appetizer to start off our meal. We then got a complimentary palate cleanser in the form of passion fruit sorbet. So delicious. And then the entree's arrived!
28 oz. Porterhouse aged 23 days and perfectly cooked to perfection. My girlfriend ordered the 25oz New york Strip aged 23 days and was dressed in a peppercorn sauce that was magnificent! What made this meal was the fact that the chef came out personally to present the dishes that he had just cooked just like on Iron Chef! It made the meal so much more personal and the experience that much more memorable. We also order the lobster mac and cheese and let me warn you, that this mac and cheese was a little too rich for me. the idea of lobster and mac and cheese totally fantastic but prepare yourself. The mashed potatos were so smooth almost blissful! Every bite was just heavenly.
We were so full from dinner we passed on dessert but they still brought me a small piece of choco cake for my bday. And apparently their signature finish to every meal is homemade cotton candy!
The experience and the company is incomparable! I lvoe this place and i cant wait to come back again!
being huge fans of good steak, my baby and i went here for our two year anniversary. it was like a trip to heaven and back!!!!! the restaurant had a very open and comfortable atmosphere...it was dark but not so dark that you can't see the food in front of you. our chatty server was amazing and very attentive.
we started off with drinks- a mojito for my babe and an asian pear martini for me. the drinks were sweet and nice but not extraordinary. then we ordered the famous hamachi shots and truffle fries for appetizers and we were not disappointed!!! they were both to die for, both probably my favorite parts of this experience! the hamachi shots lived up to the hype, being soooo delicious, savory, and fun. the fries sounded unimpressive but were SO GOOOD. every time i took a bite, i was surprised all over again how incredible it tasted. YUM! it's a must to order!
in between plates we were given champagne and cute little treats. baby ordered the two pound bone-in ribeye and i ordered the filet mignon, both medium. i felt like i was in a dream while i ate my tender, juicy, buttery meat.
we both couldn't finish but we weren't about to pass up dessert! we ordered the melon panna cotta which had chilled sago and sweet melon soup and was refreshing and nice. they also bought out a chocolate cake for our anniversary and some pink vanilla cotton candy. the next day, we were already craving to go back again :)
I go to Alexander's not so much for the steak, which is pretty good by the way. I love the Japanese influenced options on the menu. The current 2009 fall menu has an Uni fried rice that qualified as one of the best rice dishes I have ever had. I am amazed by how good melted Uni tasted on fried rice.
Once I get my hands on some fresh Uni, I'll be experimenting in my kitchen!
Excellent for special occasions.
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What a steak, what a meal, what a night! lol.
This is my second time at Alexander's. After the first time, I knew I had to come back and this time take the steak-lovin' bf. We went on Thursday, with some of my cousins and a friend.
We began with a bottle of the Plumpjack, which my cousin described to me as giving you a punch, but then petting you immediately after. She was oh-so-right. It packed a full mouth of flavor, but a very smooth, quick finish.
Our server started us off with an amuse bouche, raw scallops, which were good. We moved on to our apps. We got the hamachi shots to split between the three of us. My cousins got the warm seared foie gras to split. It was all very good :) The hamachi shot were full of flavor; the hamachi, avocado, ponzu and sesame oil all worked together! The foie gras was so rich and buttery.
After apps, our server gave us some sorbet as a palate cleanser. Very light!
My bf and I split the T-bone steak, rare, and on a whim, I added the foie gras. It seemed like a good idea at the time. The steak was amazing, the foie gras buttery, rich goodness! Towards the end of the meal, I had foie gras-ed myself out and was struggling to finish.
We also had a lot of sides going on the table: lobster mac & cheese (delish!), risotto (yum!), potatoes (okay), uni fried rice ( i love!!!!).
We then finished off the meal with dessert. I got the panna cotta with melon soup and my bf got the apple pie. While both were good, I liked my panna cotta more. It was light and a great way to finish off a decadent meal!
Our server also gave us the cotton candy at the end which was a nice treat. We also asked to have the bones packed up so we could bring it back for my cousin's dog. Our server not only packed them up, but also gave us a rib bone too, which was a lot more lean and she said that her dog loved it!
Yes, it was definitely expensive, but oh so good and worth it every now and then!
Finally went here for my sister and husband's birthday. Being inside the restaurant made me forget that I was in Cupertino at Vallco, especially with the excellent service and food! Too good to be in Vallco! Hahahaha!
For appetizer, we tried the hamachi shots (which comes with 6) and truffled french fries (yum!). First thing I noticed when I looked at the steak section of the menu was that the sizes were unusually big: 24 oz., 26 oz., 28 oz., etc. It didn't seem like it was meant for 1 person. I chose the 10 oz. filet mignon since the 6 oz. seemed a little small. :P My sister and her bf shared the 28 oz. Porterhouse. Quite the piece of meat! My filet was cooked to my liking and the meat was just mouthwatering. Even my mom who doesn't eat a lot of red meat was asking me for more.
For the sides, we had mashed potatoes, creamed spinach, and mac 'n' cheese. The sides were surprisingly small compared to Morton's and Sullivan's. I would say one side is good for 2 people only.
We took a nice bottle of 2004 Rombauer Atlas Peak Cabernet Sauvignon and paid the $35 corkage fee. At the end, they brought birthday desserts for the 2 of them and bubble gum flavored cotton candy. The staff was friendly and attentive, not uptight. Overall, we enjoyed our dining experience and will definitely be back again.
We had an excellent anniversary dinner at Alexander's.
The service was very good. They provided complimentary sparkling wine, and a small serving of cake for our celebration. The food was excellent. We had a sampling of cheeses, salad, soup, and the daily special: bone-in fillet. The wine list was good, although options for wine by the glass were somewhat limited. Order a half bottle, or go with another couple and order a full sized bottle.
A good friend of mine took me here as a thank you for helping her out with her wedding.
I had the porterhouse steak. It was amazing! Everyone I was with also loved their steaks.
What was even more impressive were the sides...we had the truffle fries, the mushrooms, and the mac and cheese. I'd honestly come here again just to get the sides!
I like how they give you a cotton candy to share as dessert (on the house). They even packed some to go for me for my daughters.
I highly recommend this place to anyone who wants a good steak experience that is unique!
I have been here a total of two times and have been highly satisfied with both times.
The first time I went with my fiancee, we were very impressed. I rate it 5 stars because of the service, food, and atmosphere. The servers were attentive, but not over-bearing. The chef came out to explain how the steak was done. I ordered a flank steak with a miso pesto glaze, which done just right. She ordered the filet mignon and I was in heaven.
We also ordered sides, a soup, and a dessert. The soup and dessert came with an additional thing to try. The soup came with a small teacup of curry soup and the server asked us what they thought. I thought it was light and had just the right amount of curry flavor, so I hope to see this soup on the menu in the future. The dessert we ordered was the creme brulee and that came with a peanut butter brownie, which was off the hook.
The second time, I came with my family and was pleasantly surprised to find that the menu had changed. We tried the hamachi shooters and man they are good. The lamb riblets were also delicious. The steaks were amazing like the first time I came, but what really caught my taste buds was the white truffle oil macaroni and cheese. You don't get very much, but I cherished every bite that I did get!
All in all I would highly recommend coming here since this restaurant was excellent 2 out of 2 times even though their menu changed. The price is high, but you get what you pay for.
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