Had brunch today at Draper's with my daughter and a friend. I will start off with our server Tate. Tate was a most pleasant and professional young man. Very attentive and "Johnny on the Spot" even though he was handling several tables. 5 stars for him! Next... The food. I ordered the Crabcake Benedict and my daughter and my friend both had Steak Benedict. We all agreed that the poached eggs were cooked perfectly, the hollandaise sauce was excellent and the potatoes were served hot and tasted great. I was the only one drinking alcohol and had the spiked cherry mimosa. Started our really tart.... Ended? Well... I drank 4 of them! LOL! 'Nuff said! I did not find out until after we left the restaurant that both my daughter and my friend felt like their steaks were bit overcooked, but to the restaurants defense, neither one of them told our waiter what temperature they would like to have it cook to and so I, and they, agreed that they both had enough experience eating in steakhouses to know to ask a steak to be cooked to whatever temperature they preferred. So this is not on anybody except them. I would ask the restaurant in the future to instruct their wait staff to ask anyone ordering steak,regardless of size, what they're preferred temperature is. That being said they said that the flavor of their steak was still excellent! It was my first time here and will certainly not be the last! I am a very, very picky eater and this is one of the best meals that I've enjoyed top to bottom in a long time! read more

Wanted to visit here with family since it's fairly new and we wanted to celebrate my birthday. Reservation was easy to get for a weekday dinner at 6. Parking lot isn't super big but we were able to get a spot. We got seated immediately. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Restaurant had a nice classic look inside but the tables were a little too close together.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We tried the Pan Seared Sea Bass and the Seafood Cioppino as well as the Calamari to start. Unfortunately they did not have the ribs despite its coming at the start of dinner. The Sea Bass was cooked well but not much seasoning, mostly the lemon sauce. We were told the Seafood Cioppino was spicy but there really not much spice at all. The Calamari was solid though. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The vibe of the restaurant seemed more business so might have not been the right choice for a birthday dinner.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] No one acknowledged or asked about special occasions (I don't care since it was for me, I didn't make the reservation). The food was ok but I'm not sure I'll be dying to come back. read more

We chose Draper's Steak & Seafood to celebrate our anniversary and made a reservation in advance. Upon arrival, we checked in at the hostess stand, but no one asked if we were celebrating a special occasion or acknowledged our anniversary. [[HIGHLIGHT]]During dinner, the restaurant was noticeably warm inside, which made the dining experience less comfortable than expected.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] To drink, I ordered the French 75, made with gin, triple sec, lemon juice, honey syrup, and champagne. It was refreshing and was one of the highlights of the meal. For my entrée, I chose the Roasted Herb Chicken, a daily limited-supply special featuring half a roasted chicken finished with brown butter sauce and served with fingerling potatoes and fried brussels sprouts. The vegetable portion was generous, but overall the dish was just okay and didn't stand out. My husband ordered the 14 oz NY Strip with demi-glace, mashed potatoes, and asparagus. The steak was cooked properly but could have used more seasoning. The mashed potatoes, however, were excellent and easily the best part of his meal. While the food was decent overall, we were disappointed that the restaurant didn't acknowledge our anniversary in any way. There was no special greeting, complimentary dessert, or gesture to help make the occasion feel memorable. Draper's delivered a satisfactory meal, but for a special celebration, we expected a more polished and attentive experience. read more

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We were a group of 17. Went during their Happy hour.All drinks and food were delicious .Except mine , ordered Karen had hardly any alcohol in it. Our shrimp taco was good but the tortilla was cold .Very tasty. Loved their Birria taco, Fried Calamari, Shishito peppers , Salad , Oysters fried and raw . Bruschetta could be better . It was a bit soggy .Elle was our waitress she was excellent . Will be back again soon. read more

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Went on OpenTable looking for a nice reasonable seafood and steakhouse for my parents 40th anniversary. Found this gem. Looked at the menu and it had a variety of options. And it was not expensive. [[HIGHLIGHT]]I wanted a comfortable setting but romantic for them.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I worked with Ms Rosi there and she was amazing. The food. The ambiance. The service. Our waiter Ryan. Was all amazing. [[HIGHLIGHT]]It's not big in the inside as it is on the outside there but it's cute.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They even have outdoor seating.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The bar is very nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]The decor and interior decoration is simple black and white but it has a chic Southern appeal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] I can't wait to come back. Thank you Drapers for helping us celebrate my parents 40th wedding anniversary. We appreciate you guys so much. read more

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The service, the space, and the cocktails were lovely. The steak was overcooked and the béarnaise was served cold and so thick that it would not pour out of the pitcher and had to be scraped out with a fork. Was also unbearably salty. read more

Really 3.5 stars - [[HIGHLIGHT]]the ambiance is gorgeous, simple but upscale[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] + the friendly efficient staff. The food was average for the prices. Honestly nothing spectacular, could have been eating at First Watch. The bottomless mimosas (blackberry) was refreshing strong - yum yum. It was V-day outing with my moms & hubs, glad we checked out but not sure if we'll return. read more

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Dinner at Draper's Steak & Seafood had its highs and a few letdowns, but overall still a nice experience. We started with the Garlic White Wine Mussels, which were honestly the standout; so flavorful and the sauce was too good. We ended up asking for extra bread just to keep dipping (definitely a must-order). For mains, we got two 14 oz NY strips; one medium with coleslaw and one medium rare with truffle mac and cheese (they also come with mashed potatoes). To be completely honest, I expected a bit more flavor from the steaks. They were cooked well, but felt like they could've used more seasoning, especially compared to how bold the appetizer was. For drinks, the house Sauvignon Blanc was solid, and the Old Fashioned was also well done. The staff was very welcoming and helpful, which definitely added to the experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance leans more on the boujee side with nice background music, so it's a good spot if you're going for that vibe.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Just a heads up, parking can be a bit tricky, so plan ahead. Overall, a good dinner with some standout moments, especially the mussels. read more

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The food was good. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The service was fantastic and the setting was great.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] We arrived as a party of six and two others joined us late to celebrate a birthday. Avery, our server, was attentive and helpful. We ordered the Baratta appetizer and that was great. One of our party arrived after we had ordered, and Avery managed to bring her dinner out within five minutes of the rest of us receiving our food. My husband had the seafood cioppino and loved it. I had grilled rockfish and it was good, but the roasted vegetables were awesome. Crab cakes (had by another in our party) were very small. Parking was a little difficult. read more

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The food here is delicious. We stopped by this location after our escape room adventure. The service was absolutely amazing. We ordered the Grilled salmon, asparagus and potatoes and the crab cake eggs Benedict dish. Both were delicious! Tons of flavor. The dessert looked amazing but we were too stuffed to order anything else. read more

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Dinner for 4. Very weak performance. Wait staff very unfamiliar with menu and did not understand diet restrictions or allergies. Service was also slow, over 30 minutes to get salads course. Then entrees arrived 5 minutes after salad and had to be sent back. Instead of making fresh entrees, they were merely warmed and tasted like day old leftovers re-heated. Server tried to bring desert menus while still eating entrees. Tried to bring check while 2 of our 4 were still eating entrees. We will never be back read more

April 18, 2026. Great food! Crab dip amazing with that amazing bread was AWESOME. New York strip with mash potatoes and asparagus was great! Bread pudding was YUMMY!!! My 1st time dining there 4 my bday and I have planned to return NEXT WEEK!! The Bartender was great! read more

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I came here with my family for my birthday dinner on a Wednesday evening so we did the half off wine bottle deal. The interior is a lot smaller than I thought however they do seem to have a couple private rooms for events. Parking is very limited so we had to park about 5 minutes away and walk over. We got 2 NY strips and a filet medium rare. We always have high expectations for steakhouses so we were a bit disappointed to see one of our steaks was closer to medium well. We also got the tuna tartar and grilled caesar. The tartar was also underwhelming considering how much avocado and how little tuna there was. Sad to say the "Steak & Seafood" portions of our meal were the most subpar. Not sure I would come back here for the food but they have great weekly drink deals. read more

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The food here never disappoints! The sauce the mussels came in is some of the best sauce I've had on mussels. I also got the burratta and prosciutto and it was so much larger than expected and delicious! The service was great and I love when they offer a to go cup to take your soda with you if you haven't finished it! read more

Round up 3.5 stars to 4 Stepping into Draper's Steak & Seafood in Old Town Fairfax, one is greeted with the promise of classic steakhouse warmth and an ambitious seafood program. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The space strikes a cozy, date-night cordially vibe, bolstered by attentive service that many locals appreciate.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The calamari arrives tender and reasonably well-executed, paired with a medley of crisp vegetables; however, its sauce leans conspicuously toward heat over nuance, leaving the dish enjoyable but not memorable. The clam chowder, by contrast, is genuinely noteworthy: creamy, rich, and evoking the heritage of New England's best--comforting and well-balanced. As for rockfish, while competently grilled, lacked that distinctive spark that would elevate it beyond an everyday entrée. The cioppino follows a similar theme: shrimp impress with their freshness and delicate texture, while squid and the broth itself settle into the realm of satisfactory rather than standout. [[HIGHLIGHT]]In sum, Draper's offers moments of genuine pleasure--most notably with its chowder and the freshness of its seafood--set within an inviting setting.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Yet a few of the plates hover at "pleasantly average," read more

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Drapers offers a great brunch and happy hour specials. For brunch - they have a lot of your standard brunch dishes at very reasonable prices. The portions were good and they also have a great mimosa special where you pay $9 for the first and $1 for each subsequent one. The staff was great! They were really friendly, fun, and attentive. Drapers has a large bar on the inside and patio seating. It's got its own parking and is walkable to many other great spots. We' are going to be regulars! read more

The parking lot is small. The food is very mediocre for the price point. The prices for the steak were kind of wild for what it was. The cocktails were cute and good, but pricey. The food came out cold. We got the Fried Calamari, Ribeye and Chicken marsala. Calamari was basic. The rings were huge and the breading didn't stick onto Calamari. You were left with naked rings. It was also mixed with fried carrot sticks and zucchini and there was way too much compared to the calamari. The chicken marsala was too salty. The noodles were bland and watery and there was no " marsala" sauce. The Ribeye had no flavor. The butter was basic. They didnt have chimichurri and they forgot to bring out the gorgonzola butter and steak knives...we had to wait like 15 mins to get someone to bring it, by that time food was even more cold. Our waiter disappeared at the end. This place feels like its cosplaying as a steakhouse. It really does not have the quality food and quality service of a real steak house/seafood spot. I am convinced they just need a new chef/cook and train the staff better. [[HIGHLIGHT]]Pros: cute inside, outdoor patio for when it is warm.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

The crab dip was out of this world, I'll be dreaming of it all night! The New York Strip was a little under cooked, but for the most part it was outstanding with the Gorgonzola butter sauce! [[HIGHLIGHT]]Draper's was upscale, but not too upscale for an average Joe wanting to grab a nightcap and a good meal.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Parking isn't great, but there are lots you can park and walk though. The manager was great, made sure the restaurant was top notch. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The music playlist/set was awesome too![[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] read more

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The interior of Draper's is bright, modern, and inviting. It often compels me to go back against my better judgment. My advice is to go to Draper's on a full stomach. The bar is nice, the clientele is typically friendly, and I've had a good overall experience with the bartenders. They also have one of the better happy hours in town - $6 house wines, $6 draft beer, and $8 cocktails. On top of that, happy hour runs from open to close on Monday and Tuesday night. I have yet to figure out what is going on with the food. During my last trip, I got birria tacos with mozzarella cheese (?!) and no dipping sauce and four oysters that, if fused together, might form one normal sized oyster. They lacked brininess and overall flavor. It's admittedly been a while sense I've had a steak at Draper's, apparently one of their specialties, but I've had two bad experiences with the filet and they NY strip. Overcooked, overseasoned, underwhelming cuts of meat. I would likely be forgiving if the steaks didn't range from $49-$75 (though in fairness they come with two sides and sauce). read more

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Came here for Saturday brunch with family! We were seated right away. I love the decor and finishes throughout the restaurant. The staff was super pleasant and our server was very attentive. I ordered the huevos rancheros with scrambled eggs. AMAZING, prob one of the best I've ever had. Everything tasted super fresh and hot! I later ordered their salmon entree for dinner through door dash. The fish didn't taste very fresh... hoping I caught them on bad evening but the brunch is enough for me to return! read more

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My wife and I went to Draper's Steak & Seafood for Valtine's Day and really enjoyed our dinner. We shared the flash fried shishito peppers to start and found them to be light and flavorful. I'm usually not a fan of aioli but the aioli that came with the peppers wasn't overpowering (warning: the aioli comes on top of the peppers rather than on the side like we expected). They also bring out freshly baked bread and whipped butter if you ask! We both ordered the sea bass which was cooked to perfection with a crispy outside and fork tender inside. Our server was attentive and prompt throughout the evening. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They do a nice job of separating the dining area from the bar, creating unique but equally inviting atmospheres.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Will definitely be going back! read more

Draper's Steak & Seafood - Pan seared sea bass with garlic mashed potatoes and asparagus - Salad Near Me - Fairfax, Virginia

Outstanding! Everything is amazing! Great parking lot, the inside of the restaurant is well decorated and inviting, the service was fantastic! And the food and drinks were delicious! Loved the smoky taste on the fried oysters, and the crab dip was great with lumps of crabmeat and the Sangria was excellent. The Marsala sauce on the pork chop was tasty. Plan to try the chicken Marsala the next time. Shared the bread pudding with my mom, and for the first there was no dessert left over. We will definitely go again. read more

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Visited this restaurant for lunch and started off with some crab dip and a grilled Caesar salad. Both appetizers were good as I've never had a grilled Caesar before. The crab dip wasn't too salty. My friend ordered the half chicken which came with lots of potatoes and Brussel sprouts (a massive portion) and I ordered the creamy mushroom penne. The chicken dish was tasty and so was the penne but there was a lot of sauce that came with the pasta that almost resembled a soup. Overall, the service was friendly and attentive and were not at all invasive! For a smaller restaurant, the atmosphere is vibey and I will be coming back here to try different menu items! read more

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Came here for my birthday celebration, and the food was amazing. I ordered the sea bass and my boyfriend got the 16oz ribeye. Our server, Jackson, was also incredibly accommodating, informative, and made us feel welcome. [[HIGHLIGHT]]We enjoyed the classy and warm atmosphere with 2 person booths.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Looking forward to our next visit :) read more

The service was satisfactory, with the exception of requiring an additional straw, which I requested. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The ambiance was quite pleasant, and the music selection was enjoyable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] However, the culinary offerings could be enhanced, particularly the flavor profile of the fries. read more

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I came here with family for a holiday get together on a Sunday after Christmas, so there weren't many people in the restaurant. For whatever reason, our waitress was slow; perhaps because they were short staffed, but I had to go to the bar three times to put out an APB for her location. I ordered calamari, which was very disappointing. They include veggie fries in their recipe, which consumed half the portion. My entree was rockfish with veggies, which was good, but very very salty. I had to drink close to a gallon of water to cleanse my system after I left here. Our party pretty much agreed that we won't be coming back. I've read good reviews here, and hope we just had a bad night, read more

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In town for a few days to see some sights, and gave Drapers a try. From start to finish we received excellent service from start to finish from Maurice! Attentive, helpful and professional. I had the NY strip and the wife had the filet, with the chimichurri sauce and they were excellent and well prepared, along other the perfectly cooked asparagus! Chef Omar checked in on us and treated us to some of the bread pudding which is my wife's favorite dessert. It was done perfectly, and the caramel sauce adds a special touch to it. If you are in the area, I highly recommend you stop in and give them a try, I know we will be back when in town for business or pleasure! read more

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I recently celebrated my birthday on 11/15 at Draper's Steak and Seafood, and I can confidently say it was an exceptional experience from beginning to end. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The atmosphere was warm and welcoming[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]], the food was phenomenal, and the service was truly top-tier. My steak was cooked to absolute perfection--tender, flavorful, and seasoned just right. My guests raved about their meals as well, noting how fresh and delicious everything tasted. Each dish was plated beautifully and somehow managed to taste even better than it looked. I want to give a very special shout-out to Oscar. When I reached out with questions about a large-party reservation, he responded right away and assured me every detail would be handled--and he delivered. His professionalism, attentiveness, and genuine hospitality elevated the entire evening. It's rare to experience that level of service these days. Draper's Steak and Seafood has officially moved to the top of my list, and I will absolutely be returning. Highly, highly recommend! Helpful Tips: * Parking is a bit limited, but there's a convenient garage at the library directly across the street. * If you're dining with a large group -- reach out to Oscar. He's the best! read more

Draper's Steak & Seafood is a good place for social at their bar or small group of family or friends for dinner. Nice bar area and the restaurant tables are connected to the bar separated by a half wall so the noise of the bar travels of it's busy. Noise level is not bad in the table area when the bar is moderately busy. Ambiance is ok. Good bar with a good selection of alcohol. Restaurant table area is limited for seats. Tables and chairs and booth are a little worn, but not too bad. Food is good. I had their 16 oz ribeye with shrimp added. Flavor was ok as it was under flavored for my taste. I used the salt and pepper at the table to help out the taste on the steak. The shrimp had very good flavor and texture. The steak was disappointing. It wasn't as flavorful as I expect a ribeye; it lacked a good lip, more connective tissue than I like, and the cut seemed under 16 oz. A fellow customer said to get their 14 oz strip as it is a better option, which I'll try when I go back. Overall ok place. Looks like a variety of good food, some better than others. It's nice to have a local restaurant so glad they are there. read more

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Review based on happy hour. Good variety of drinks and food was enough to get full. Pictured was one of everything under food. In particular we liked the birria tacos! read more

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we went for an early dinner, and [[HIGHLIGHT]]the ambience was quite nice.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Was disappointed that two of the entrées we were interested in were unavailable. Also, ordered a New York strip and topping, the steak itself was fine, but they brought it to the table without the ordered topping and told us that they we're out of the requested topping. It was a nice enough meal, but for the price point I don't know that we will try it again. read more

Went to the bar for a cocktail! My drink was delicious... but pricey! I think it was $18 which seems a little much in my opinion. The bartender was friendly and attentive. The restaurant is nice, but I wish it had a little more character. I will come back to try a dinner and see how that goes. read more

I came here for a happy hour and dinner after having a meeting nearby. Since I frequent Morton's steakhouse for their happy hours, I came to Draper's expecting a similar level of steakhouse HH experience. When their host took me to the bar to be seated, I wasn't too thrilled with the bartender asking "What can I do for you?": not exactly what I'd expect from a restaurant of this caliber. I was also surprised that he didn't know how to make a Manhattan properly either (not pictured). My main purpose for coming here was to fulfill my pork chop craving and they delivered: it was pretty delish! So was their New England clam chowder. Their happy hour bruschetta and cheeseburger slider, not so much. The bartender's overall service was pretty attentive and I appreciated that he offered me a complimentary dessert after confirming that it was my first time dining there. Overall, not sure that I would rush to return there any time soon when I have other options closer to me. read more

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My mother-in-law, my daughter, and I went to Draper's for lunch yesterday afternoon, and it was such a lovely experience. [[HIGHLIGHT]]From the cozy atmosphere to the warm greeting from the hostess who seated us right away, everything started off perfectly.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Our waiter, Tate, provided impeccable service and truly made us feel welcome. [[HIGHLIGHT]]The food was wonderful, and the music made the experience even more special.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] [[HIGHLIGHT]]They played great throwbacks from the early '90s and 2000s -- when "What's Up" by 4 Non Blondes came on, our table and even the guests next to us started singing along! We also heard a hit from Avril Lavigne and even an '80s jam by Lisa Lisa and The Cult Jam.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] Overall, it was a fantastic afternoon, and I'm already looking forward to going back. read more

So first off, the service was beyond amazeballs! Elka was our server's name and she is top notch! Thank You Elka. 5 stars goes to Elka! The drinks were awesome and the food tasted so good. Hats off to the chef and barkeep! The bar area is so comfy and easy to get service. read more

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So close to being 5 stars. We arrived and had a 6:30 reservation - but there were no tables available. They did the right thing and gave us a free appetizer - that was then included on the bill. The food was good - but not hot. My husband's fish was very over cooked. It's really loud and the loud music doesn't help. Now - pros are that our waitress was lovely and attentive. The atmosphere is beautiful. The drinks are good. This place has a lot of potential. It just needs a few tweaks. read more

I really wanted to like Draper's. The vibe is nice, the cocktails are solid, and the bar program feels thoughtfully curated. But for the price point, the food just doesn't hold up--and unfortunately, the experience overall was disappointing. I made a reservation (which you definitely need), and the service was okay--nothing memorable, but polite. I ordered the fish and chips, and honestly, it was barely edible. Super bland, oddly textured, and not what I'd expect for something that's supposed to be a safe, classic dish. I didn't want to cause a scene, so I followed up by email after the fact and never got a response, which was really disheartening. I was with three other people and everyone had the same reaction--just kind of "meh." We ended up laughing about it, but not in a good way. If you're going just for drinks, it's worth a stop. But if Draper's wants to compete at this price point, they really need to revisit the kitchen. read more

Although our server, Ellie was great and professional, this was the worst New Year's Eve dinner we have ever had in our almost 38 years of marriage. We had a reservation and were told that we had to leave prior to finishing our dessert and drink and that we needed to leave as there was another reservation. We had noticed the manager and a server watching us as they were prepping another table. He didn't speak to us but we shortly received our check. We were told, no rush but she came back to our table a few minutes later and asked if she could process our check although we had just received a fresh Old Fashion and didn't want to guzzle it. [[HIGHLIGHT]]They sat customers at two tables near us who kept staring at us, making us feel very uncomfortable.[[ENDHIGHLIGHT]] The manager never apologized but seemed to hide from us after we told Ellie that we wouldn't rush our drink. We had looked forward to a special dinner prior to bringing in the New Year and this was awful!!!! read more

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From the moment we arrived to the moment we left, everything was perfect. We arrived on time and they were ready to seat us when we walked in the door. They provided us with 2 menus, Restaurant Week and regular. This restaurant was selected because of its Restaurant week menu and before we got there, we knew what we were getting. However, when we got there and read the main menu, all of that went out the window. So many good choices, it was hard to choose. We chose different apps, the same entree and different deserts. The Roasted Herb Chicken was what we both settled on although I considered everything in the Entrees section except for the Vegetable Pasta because this man can't live on vegetables alone. I was not expecting so much food. The entree came out and I was like "Whoa". We should've picked different meals and shared especially since we just so happened to have eaten the opposite pieces of chicken. You get a half chicken. Not a whole half but you get the breast and wing and the leg (drumstick and thigh). She ate her dark meat and I ate my white meat and half the potatoes and fried brussel sprouts which were so, so good but I'm getting ahead of myself; let me go back. I ordered the mussels for an app and the white sauce was so good it made me rethink what I cook at home. My mussels are good but these were on a whole new level. I don't even want to make mussels anymore. The bread that they served with the mussels didn't really need to be dipped in the sauce because it was good on its own but with the sauce, it changed. When the sauce mixed with the flavor already on the bread it provided something different than what you experienced from the mussels. I also ordered the Smoked Old Fashioned. It was hickory smoked and it was good. I wanted to get another one but I didn't want to appear to be a lush. Another item that I often make at home but feel ashamed about what it is I was doing. Granted, I make it just for me but I have got to treat myself better than what I've been doing. I don't understand. I mean, they can't possibly put more love into it than I do for myself but that drink was hugged before it came out or something. I'm guessing they had a playlist running but that playlist was in line with the food and drink. Not only was the music good but the volume was just loud enough to hear it and hum or sing along (in your head) but not a distraction from the conversation you wanted to have. This was a 10 out 10 experience. The only bad thing about the night was that it was raining which they have no control over although I would almost swear the rain slowed down or stopped on my travel from and to my vehicle. read more

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We came here tonight for a date night dinner with a 6:15pm reservation. I'm so glad we did because it was great!! We sat at the bar, which had the most comfy bar stools!!! We gave up our reservation seats to sit at the bar. For starters, we got the mussels that were cooked well in a delicious sauce! The sauce was balanced well without too much lemon or garlic flavor. Then my husband had the NY Strip while I ordered a Chilean Sea Bass, which was the fish for the night. Both were cooked really well and delicious. So my husband enjoyed his steak, and I can say my sea bass might have been a little bland, but the galic mashed potatoes really worked well together. The dessert was my favorite! We got a white chocolate bread pudding. Sooooo yummy, and you MUST try it! The ambiance is cool with a nice big bar, bright lights, and open high ceilings. Honestly, the staff were so nice! From the greeting from the hostess to the bartenders and everyone we encountered were welcoming. As busy as they were, we got quick refills as well. If you have the money, I would definitely recommend it!! The parking stinks, but that's the worst of it. It's a nice date restaurant. I would not bring my young kids. Check it out!! read more

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