Visited my hometown and a server came highly requested. I heard great things about this restaurant…read moreand a friend of mind recommended it. I asked for the suggestion server and this made the experience "Top Tier". Once we arrived her section was full so we waited, once seated, we were greeting and offered a few of their specialties. My mom and I chose the Fish Entree, I got Coleslaw and she chose mashed potatoes. We also got a house salad on the side. It was my mom's birthday and the server blessed her with an Ice Cream Sunday. The food, lifting, soft music and service quality was top tier, haven't seen that in a while in a restaurant. What a phenomenal experience, over and beyond! 10/10, will try this place again.

It started off by waiting to be seated for 5 minutes when there was like 10 people in the whole…read moreplace. Then we waited about a half hour for our food, when once again, the place was empty. Luckily they have the Cheddar Bay Biscuits going for them, they are the only bread starter to rival the Texas Roadhouse rolls. Now once we got the food, everyone was hysterically laughing at how bad it was. My Shrimp Linguini Alfredo was the best by far and I'd give it a 7. I was asked to include that the Lobster Flatbread was REPULSIVE. Luckily the server was a great guy, and the biscuits saved it from a one star. The place was dirty, awkwardly quiet, brutally understaffed, and just not good.

Huge burger Excellent!…read moreHot fresh . Grilled chicken sandwich, with hot sauce, Very good

Best burger in town. I had a bad experience with some staff in the past and have been back multiple…read moretimes since; everyone has been great. Great prices too.

I enjoyed Roosters recently with a large group and had a good experience. The service was…read moreexcellent. For my meal, I ordered the chicken bacon ranch sandwich. It was tasty but the ranch sauce used was a little spicy for me. But I've always enjoyed all the other menu items I've ordered. They also have a nice patio.

Another good experience at Roosters. We were starving and happy Roosters stays open late. We…read moreordered Parmesan garlic wings, pizza, dumpster wedges and fried mushrooms. Everything was fresh out kitchen. The mushrooms were good, it needs a dipping sauce. The staff was quick and friendly even though we came in somewhat late. The only negative was the fish sandwich. It was not seasoned. Overall; great experience

I love Slim Chickens. The chicken and waffles are to die for--and I don't even like waffles. The…read morecayenne ranch is hands down the best sauce, in my opinion. That said, the price feels steep for what you get, especially since the tenders are pretty small, which is disappointing. I will definitely go back... but not to this location. Unfortunately, the drive-thru employee was extremely rude and unpleasant for no reason, which really took away from the experience."

Fast service, a few TV's to watch, & blues playing on the intercom!…read moreMy hunny got a Buffalo Mac bowl, I got a HUNGRY meal (1/2 went home ) with buffalo sauce. Both meals were delicious & we will definitely be back for more. The homemade desserts were simply amazing!!

Solid food great lunch prices. The Sirloin and cheeseburger are great options for $13read more

Took over half an hour to get seated and took just as long to get service and food was very…read moreexpensive and just took for evvvvvvvvvvvvvver to get service it was so long and stupid and people who had the same amount or more people who showed up after got seated before us

My wife and I always try to stop by Columbia Steakhouse when we're in town. Today, I'm sure glad we…read moredid. As usual, we both got their Nighthawk special which is a large steak floating in garlic butter, a huge baked potato and a Diego salad. Though my first steak came out a bit overcooked and I had to have them remake it, the final result was fantastic. Both steaks were thick, hot and flavorfu, just as I remember. The potato was not only hot, it came with a quarter stick of butter on the side and a large cup of sour cream on the side - both of which made the very flaky potatoe heavenly. They also have very good rolls which were not real hot today but were still very good. The decor continues to be on the used side with the seats being lumpy, but the food could not have been better. I hope the return again and again to the Columbia Steakhouse.

When a business trip brought my wife and me to Lexington, Kentucky, we needed a restaurant that…read morecould deliver both efficiency and quality--somewhere we could enjoy an excellent meal without lingering for hours. Columbia Steakhouse proved to be exactly what we were looking for, and then some. Located in the heart of Lexington, Columbia Steakhouse exudes an understated elegance that's perfect for business travelers. The atmosphere strikes that ideal balance: upscale enough to feel special, but relaxed enough that you're not overly formal. The lighting is warm and sophisticated, and the noise level allows for easy conversation--a detail that business diners always appreciate. Our server immediately understood our time constraints and moved things along seamlessly without making us feel rushed. This kind of professional service is rare and deeply appreciated when you're on a tight schedule. I ordered the 14-ounce ribeye, cooked medium-rare, and it was a masterclass in steakhouse execution. The exterior had a beautiful char that provided a subtle smoky flavor, while the interior was perfectly pink and remarkably tender. The marbling throughout ensured every bite was rich and flavorful. What impressed me most was the quality of the beef itself--you could tell this was prime cut meat, properly aged and prepared by someone who knows their craft. The steak came with their signature steak butter, a compound butter with herbs that melted luxuriously over the hot meat, adding another layer of richness without overwhelming the beef's natural flavor. My sides were equally impressive: a loaded baked potato with all the fixings, cooked until the skin was crispy and the interior fluffy, and their grilled asparagus, which had a perfect char and snap to it. My wife chose the filet mignon paired with a lobster tail, and from her first bite, I knew she'd made the right choice. The filet was butter-tender--the kind of cut that practically melts on your tongue. Cooked to a perfect medium, it had that delicate, almost velvety texture that only a properly prepared filet can achieve. The peppercorn sauce she added complemented the beef beautifully without overpowering its subtle flavor. The lobster tail was equally outstanding. Perfectly cooked (no easy feat, as lobster can go from perfect to rubbery in seconds), it was sweet, succulent, and generously portioned. It arrived already butterflied and brushed with drawn butter, making it easy to enjoy. She paired her entrée with the garlic mashed potatoes, which were creamy and indulgent, and the Caesar salad, which featured crisp romaine, house-made dressing, and fresh parmesan. Columbia Steakhouse understands that business travelers value efficiency. From appetizer to dessert, our meal was perfectly paced--we never felt rushed, but we also never experienced those frustrating gaps where you're waiting unnecessarily. Despite being on a schedule, we took advantage of their bourbon selection (we were in Kentucky, after all), and the staff provided excellent recommendations. The bread service deserves special mention--warm, crusty rolls with whipped butter arrived promptly and were outstanding. Small touches like this set great steakhouses apart from good ones. While we were focused on our entrées given our time constraints, we couldn't resist sharing their chocolate lava cake for dessert. It arrived warm with a molten center, accompanied by vanilla ice cream--a perfect sweet ending to an exceptional meal. The Bottom Line Columbia Steakhouse demonstrated why it's a Lexington institution. The quality of both our meals was outstanding, the service was professional and attentive, and the restaurant accommodated our business travel timeline without compromising the experience. The prices reflect the premium quality--this is not a budget option--but for a special business dinner or important client meeting, the investment is absolutely worth it. Whether you're a local or just passing through on business, Columbia Steakhouse delivers on every front. We left satisfied, impressed, and already planning a return visit the next time work brings us to the Bluegrass State. Highly recommended for business travelers, special occasions, or anyone who appreciates expertly prepared steak in a refined yet welcoming atmosphere.

Need some protein before going to a museum. This was a good stop. Service was efficient. Tables…read morewere clean. It was easy to get inside and enjoy some good strips.

10 out of 10 super hot fresh and delicious I wish I had taken some pictures I got a 4 piece tender…read morechicken and they were awesome

This chain is new to Lexington and we really enjoyed it! We have now been there 3 times and they…read morehave gotten better in service and execution. It's still new. The food that I have tried has been good and tonight I had the Prime Rib Sliders and they are amazing!! Next time I will get 2 orders because there are only 2 of them and the happy hour price isn't bad @ $11.75 for 2. We also had the Chicken Nachos which were a steal at the happy hour price of $6.75 and the dish is very unique and different and worth every penny. My wife and I both loved them!! I would bet they are much lower in fat than traditional nachos but you don't sacrifice any flavor! I highly recommend both of these!

First time here -- been to the Charlotte location a few times for work…read more Heads up: this place isn't budget-friendly, and you won't just walk in and get a table unless you snag a bar seat. They're running a 2-hour wait right now since most people are reserving online. I got lucky and grabbed bar seats as others left -- there wasn't really a walk-in crowd, since anyone who asked about a table without a reservation just left once they heard the wait. I ordered the smokehouse burger with fries (~$20) and a Coke ($4). Meals come with bread and butter, but they don't bring it out until after you order. The fries were the first letdown -- I could count them just glancing at the plate, and it was noticeably less than what I saw on other tables nearby. I asked the waitress if that was a standard portion and she said yes, so I let it go. To be fair, the fries that I did get were excellent -- just wish there'd been more, especially for a first visit to a new spot. The burger was the bigger issue -- it came out nearly raw. I ate about half before catching it. The server agreed and sent it back, but it came back looking identical, just cut in half and now well-done -- no fresh fries, no apology from anyone. I ate it anyway. The second half tasted better, but the whole thing was soured by the raw start and the lack of acknowledgment beyond the server. My friend's burger looked way better than mine but was also undercooked -- he just didn't say anything and ate it. I guess the question I have is it even proper health procedure to take a burger after I've ate half of it and put it back on the grill with other customers food? Seems like that would be a possible issue. You would think a high end newly opened place wouldn't allow it. When something like this happened similarly they refreshed the side which in case fries and remade the whole burger. On the plus side, my server was attentive and pleasant, especially keeping my drinks filled. Bottom line: Probably won't be back with this group anytime soon. My friends said the pricing -- $4 drinks, $24+ entrées -- is more than they want to pay for pretty basic food, and honestly I don't disagree, even though I liked trying somewhere new. Your mileage may vary, but for a new "upscale" spot, I'd expect a stronger effort to impress.