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    1875: The Steakhouse

    3.0 (161 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSteakhouses, Cocktail Bars
    Open 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Lobster and corn risotto
    Wl G.

    I'd say the food is probably the best in the hotel. The service was a little off.... Asked for extra olives because they only give you one in the dirty martini, and then ordered a baked potato side and it never came.

    Interior seating
    Bob S.

    We were celebrating an anniversary so we travelled 3 hours from Cincinnati to French Lick Resort and had dinner at their flagship restaurant, the 1875 Steakhouse. It was a great experience from the atmosphere to the service and, of course, to the food. We split an 8 ounce filet and added grilled asparagus and a baked potato as sides. Plus some wine, of course. Everything was right on the mark and it was probably one of the best dinners we've had in a long time. Quality at this level comes with a price but we managed to get out of there for under $200 including tax and tip. On the whole, I would say it was worth it. It's a "special occasion" place but one that is sure to please.

    Roxanne F.

    The desert was the best part by far! The atmosphere was very inviting and the service was great. Although I wasn't impressed by the plating, it seemed to be rushed, and the drinks weren't "fine dining" in my opinion, I ordered an old fashion then ended up sending it back. Over all it's a very interesting story with a lot of history but it was "just okay".

    Tomato Juice, invented here
    John K.

    This is a nice steakhouse located within the French Lick Resort. They have a decent cocktail list, a few whiskeys (not as many as I would've expected), and a good wine selection. I opted for the French Lick Manhattan which uses amaretto instead of vermouth. It was pretty tasty! The service was top notch. Our servers were knowledgeable and always around. The ambiance was meh. We were sat near the kitchen and the windows caused the sun to shine directly in half our parties eyes. Not great. The food is good, probably a little overpriced, but as expected for a "resort" hotel. Would I go back, sure, so long as I wasn't paying.

    Chocolate cheesecake
    Amber S.

    Snagged a last minute reservation while visiting French Lick for a work trip. We started off at the bar with some cocktails which were okay, not fantastic. Especially given the $26 cost for an old fashioned. Once seated, we were served by Mimi, who was amazing! We were sat in the back room "wine cellar" away from the main dining room with only one other table but she made sure we were taken care of all evening. The food from the shrimp cocktail to the filet, to cheesecake all tasted delicious. This is a great option for dinner while in the area as long as you're willing to pay top dollar for a meal.

    Menu July 17, 2023
    Matthew S.

    TLDR: Entrees were great but a few small things keep this from being a 5 star experience. Seated at 9pm in the area furthest away from the kitchen. The kitchen here is pretty much an open kitchen, and when I walked to that end it was very, very noisy. There are some private dining areas over there with doors you can close, but may want to keep this in mind if you're asking for specific seats. Started with a salad that my wife and I split. It was okay, dressing had a good light anchovy taste to it. The lone crostini was not worth the plate space it took up. Some fresh croutons would have made this better. I also had a bowl of the potato and chorizo soup. Southern Indiana isn't exactly known for its spices so having this after being in the area for a couple days was a welcome change to my taste buds. Honestly this was great, and I'd order this again. I went with the pork chops and they were tasty and filling, glaze added to it while not overpowering. My wife ordered the ribeye, medium rare, and I think she ordered the better dish. The cut of her ribeye was high quality and it was cooked perfectly. Practically melts in your mouth like butter. We also ordered a side of garlic mashed potatoes. Normally with steakhouses, you order a side and its enough for two or maybe even three people. Not so much here. It was a very small portion. I don't know why they cheeped out on a dish like this, but some more potatoes would have been nice. Chocolate torte was good, but the raspberry glaze was a bit overpowering. Honestly would've been better without it. Prices were honestly on par with your typical downtown steakhouse, maybe a tad higher because you're a bit of a captive audience. Overall I think this is a solid steakhouse experience with a little bit that could push it up to 5 stars

    French Lick Manhattan
    Amy L.

    Food, drinks, service, atmosphere... outstanding. This was one of the best meals I've had in recent memory. My son and I dined here while staying at partnering hotel West Baden, and truly enjoyed the whole experience. Our server was lovely, great pacing, never made us feel rushed, capably explained the menu and answered our questions. I'm a bourbon girl, and the French Lick Manhattan with a crushed candied almond rim was delicious. We debated sharing the porterhouse, but my son likes his steak a little less done than I do. He LOVED his medium rare ribeye, declaring it perfectly cooked. My flat iron steak/shrimp surf and turf was likewise fantastic. We also shared the garlic mashed potatoes, sauteed mushrooms and horseradish butter. Between the two of us, we pretty much devoured everything. I was just sad we were too full to try a dessert - the choices looked amazing. This is a high-end, fine-dining experience for sure, but if you're staying at the hotel and in the mood for a splurge, make a reservation and ENJOY. We did. p.s. If you can visit French Lick/West Baden during the holidays, even better. They are both gorgeous when decorated accordingly.

    Two whiskeys please
    Harry B.

    The war with hunger rages on, but set aside for now. Tonight was all about our anniversary. A pause in our sometimes hectic lives, but not a pause for wanting good food and a memorable experience. 1875 took us back to a time where service and food both shined. And it was an experience to remember. I went back and forth between 4 and 5 and here is why. First Alex our waiter was a standout in service and only led what seemed to be an all star cast. The service team from Lily at the front to everyone else made sure it was a great experience. Next and this was key, the steak at a steak house was cooked to perfection. We got exactly what we asked for, medium rare. And Alex was around shortly after cutting in to make sure it was as it should be. I got a gorgonzola sauce, only complaint is there should have been more. Wife got the filet and it was done to perfection as well. We also ordered a side of garlic mash which were pretty good, nothing outstanding until you add the gorgonzola sauce and whamo! Should be on there all the time. The only other negative was the bar. They had a new guy there and well.. the asst mgr as well teaching him. Just took too long, not rinsing shakers, didn't acknowledge some guest and it wasn't busy. But hey new guy and all, I'm sure with how great everything else was the bar will be stellar next trip. So you tell me should this be a five star rating? I have been to five star places. And what really defines that? For me the service, food, and over all ambiance need to be there. So though I started this as a 4 star and being on the fence, looking back over the last two years I think this may be the new five star. I mean it was great. So this is why I gave it 5. My first in a while. As I continue my war on my hunger and fight to find new food worthy experiences I will reevaluate my ratings as well as how I few the new food scene. Nom nom... happy food journey all. And I appreciate your feedback.

    Anniversary dinner Delicious and great service
    Pam R.

    Great food, service and atmosphere! Recommend for any special occasion and weekend getaway.

    Creamed spinach and artichokes
    Kimberly A.

    Dinner was delicious! Our waiter was knowledgeable and efficient. I really appreciate good service- I can prepare a pretty good meal at home, so I am hyper critical of food and the overall experience is important to me. I really like taking the night off! The shrimp cocktail was delicious- truly giant prawns! The cocktail sauce was just spicy enough without ruining your tastebuds for the meal. It was enough for 3 people to each have a giant shrimp. My husband had the sirloin special and said it was very good- high praise because 1) he isn't really a steak fan and 2) he orders it well done (there's one in every group. SMH) my friend and I both had the ribeye. Perfectly cooked MR and rare to our tastes. The Henry Bain's like glaze is pretty good. The baked potato was really big enough for 3 people. We also had the creamed spinach and artichoke. I thought it was very similar to the KT's s&a dip from years ago. I really wouldn't have served it as a side, but maybe added crostini and moved it to appetizer status- it was still good. The event of the evening though is the bananas foster and cherries jubilee. They are prepared table side and it quite the production! The ice cream used in the dish comes from a local creamery and is just fabulous- has the really vanilla flavor I remember from my childhood. I've been here twice and both times the food was good, the service was impeccable and we felt as if we'd stepped back in time for a bit. Love the cloth tablecloths. The quieter dining with a lack of screaming children (I get it- I had one once as well, but it's nice to go somewhere sometimes that's not a chicken nugget and Mac n cheese place), comfortable seating and such a grand entrance with valet parking is a nice experience. Add a carriage ride, or take the free trolley, to the West Baden hotel for a night cap and listen to the piano in the dome. All in all I find it romantic in a Titanic sort of way. Definitely worth a drive from Louisville on a beautiful day.

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    The food was very bland and overpriced for what we received. The steak was over cooked and under seasoned.

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    Not cheap, of course, but we had an excellent meal here. Top notch service as well.

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    My brother had a delicious sandwich and so did my husband. My nephew ordered the wagyu burger…read moremedium and it came out well done! dry! He could not eat it. An astute wait staff would have asked how his burger was and if she looked at it, it was well done, no red, or pink. My brother's dessert was excellent. We have eaten at Sinclair several times and it was better because of the food was done as requested and waitstaff was attendant.

    Perhaps I'm a bit jaded, but I didn't expect much from this place, situated in a tourist…read moredestination. After navigating the charming but challenging rural byways-- which included horse-drawn buggies and flooded out roads--tourists from the north deserve a good meal when they arrive, and they will get one. My lunch companion chose a Reuben, which was served on delicious dark rye bread, along with a cup of fresh fruit. Yes fresh, not commercially prepared. I chose the 1/2 soup and sandwich. Flavorful tomato basil soup and half of a club on focacia? I believe. That was a little difficult to eat, but it tasted good. I chose French fries with mine, which were hot and plentiful. We both had iced tea which was fresh and good but we were never offered a refill. Service was efficient but not super attentive. The snack mix that arrived with water when we sat down was a nice touch. Oh, and did I mention the atmosphere in which we dined? Only the 8th wonder of the world. See it for yourself. Although this hotel seemed less popular than its nearby sister hotel, French Lick Springs, West Baden hotel was a better experience for a day visitor. We had a lovely day; well worth the trip.

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