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Old Hickory Steakhouse
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Gaylord National Resort and Convention Center201 Waterfront Street
Fort Washington, MD 20745
(301) 965-4000
- Price Range:
-
$$$
- Accepts Credit Cards:
- Yes
- Attire:
- Dressy
- Good for Groups:
- Yes
- Good for Kids:
- No
- Takes Reservations:
- Yes
- Delivery:
- Yes
- Take-out:
- No
- Waiter Service:
- Yes
- Wheelchair Accessible:
- Yes
- Outdoor Seating:
- Yes
- Alcohol:
- Full Bar
6 reviews for Old Hickory Steakhouse
While my taste buds did not really enjoy the grass fed tenderloin (in all fairness our *AMAZING* server Steve told me it was an acquired taste), I felt I had a wonderful dining experience. It could (again, going back to Steve) the incredible service we had, but overall the dining experience and food was great.
WHAT TO TRY: The truffle fries, beet salad and white Sambuca (a drink). The truffle fries are the best I've ever eaten and the beet salad had just enough cheese it in to not over power the taste. As for the white sambuca, our waiter was superb in preparing it. He literally coated the glass then caught it on fire. Worth the extra 5 minutes.
As for the truffle mac and cheese... egh, I've had better at Bookbinders.
I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone wanting to enjoy fine dining with a unique menu that's not your average steakhouse.
I was definitely dissapointed. When a meal for two costs almost twice as much as Ruth's Chris, it should be stellar. Expect to spend at least $325.
Both my steak and my boyfriend's steak were cooked incorrectly. He ordered medium and it came out medium rare. I ordered mine medium rare and it came out medium well. I ordered the grassfed tenderloin, which was so succulent. It would have melted in my mouth like butter if it had been cooked the right way.
Another problem - The valet was not clearly marked and couldn't find any valet guys anywhere. Had to park in the parking garage. Normally I wouldn't mind however, it was thunderstorming.
If you can get over the steak and valet issue, there were several things that were particularly good, which brings it from my rating of two stars to three.
Pros:
The view (particularly awesome)
Cheese plate (great taste and good portions)
Truffle mac and cheese (very rich)
They serve grass fed tenderloin (cows aren't meant to eat grains!)
The decor
Great area
They also have a cigar terrace with a Spanish cedar humidor. We didn't get to try this out after dinner. The weather wasn't too good and we were stuffed and wanted to get home.
This was my first time at the National Harbor. I will definitely go back to the area to check out some of the other restaurants.
This dining establishment at the Gaylord Resort is as fine as it gets with Epicurean delights. The steaks are aged prime and the seafood cocktail as fresh as an early morning catch. The ambiance of it's coziness is in the Lounge Bar with dim lighting accentuated by a beautiful "nautical themed" Art Deco bar and cozy white leather settees.
I recently spent time here with some friends and we really enjoyed ourselves. I love top shelf establishments, such as this one. Just the respite that I need when away from home or when I'm not in the Big Apple.
A-list approved, this is the place to be!
Excellent food, excellent service, excellent atmosphere. It is beautifully decorated, very modern looking. You get what you pay for here (it is VERY pricey), but everything we had here was just excellent. The view from our table was gorgeous, overlooking the harbor.
We ordered the cheese appetizer - a lady rolls a large cart of cheeses to the table and explains each cheese in detail. We had the choice of either choosing our own or having her put together a plate for us. They even age some of the cheeses on site (fancy!) I ordered short ribs, which was very tender, and it was served over starchy vegetables which were cooked perfectly. I didnt have room for dessert, but next time I come, I would love to try one.
I would recommend this place for a special or romantic occasion. I will definitely come back!
This is a serious surprise among typical in-a-hotel steakhouses. Everything we tried was fantastic from the appetizers to the steaks to the lamb chops to the desserts. The menu is almost cookie cutter, looking like any steak house, but the execution is unique and the results are totally delicious. It is expensive but not out of line with anything in the DC area. At least you'll have a wonderful time with great good. Highly, highly recommend this place.
I whole-heartedly agree with the previous poster. I recently stayed at the hotel with my husband. (Please see my review of the hotel too.) We were there for his technology conference.
Our dinner at Old Hickory was the highlight of the visit. Talk about an amazing dinner! The restaurant is stunning. Ask for a table in the "Riverview Room." If you are there during the right time, you will be delighted to watch the breathtaking sunset over the Potomac River. It was so romantic!
The food is an epicurean delight. My steak - a grass-fed prime tenderloin - was so tender I cut it with a butter knife. My husband had the NY strip. He raved about how good it was from start to finish. Try the truffled fries and roasted asparagus as your side dishes - they are heavenly! So is the cheese course. I couldn't believe that the cheese expert wheels her little cart right next to your table and gives you a full tour of these amazing cheeses from around the world. They are not just any cheese, but "artisanal" cheeses. The presentation is entertaining, educational and tantalizing all at the same time.
The service was outstanding as well. My server was gentleman from New York who knew the menu backwards and forwards. He explained everything in such great detail and pleasantly took the time to answer all our questions. He was there when we needed him to be, and yet, did not "hover" like some fine restaurant servers do.
I'm giving this place 5 stars because it deserves it!!!
I highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for something special.
