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    J. Alexander's

    4.1 (169 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    Redfish tacos
    Molly F.

    The food was incredible. Lots of flavor and well put together! I'm weird about fish and the redfish was flavored to perfection. Their French fries are my favorite! Shoe string but still tender and crispy on the outside! We took our 20month old daughter for the first time and weren't sure if they had a kids menu but our wonderful server let us know they did and even offered to bring hers out as soon as it was ready so she could start eating! We love this location and will be back!

    Parmesan and crusted trout couscous
    Mary M.

    Parmesan crusted trout is delicious and cooked just right. Sides of season vegetables. The NY steaks are so delicious and juicy cooked just how we wanted. The service is outstanding with the waiter staff we have

    Salmon on Alex's salad
    Mike D.

    Big entre salads ! Nice cocktails and finish with the famously good carrot cake ! My wife's chicken salad would be even better with only half as many corn tortillas strips in it . My Alex's salad with salmon was perfect. Happy hour food n drinks only if seated at the bar 4-6 pm m-F . See pic . Upscale bar environment ! Excellent service. The artichoke app was interesting but not worth repeating..

    Can you hear it moo?
    Amelia M.

    BLUF: CHECK YOUR MOBILE ORDERS. Raw food. Sour food. I really remember when I first came here and the food was consistently delicious. At one point, I was spending well over $50 at least twice a week at this establishment. As time has passed, I have seen the managers come and go here and while they are kind, and the more recent times, I'm not sure what is going on, but seems like Their job has become more trying. Soy Yen was one of the most kindest, compassionate hostesses. She was one of the reasons that I continued to come back and spend my money here, in addition to the very kind and hard-working managers and waitresses/waiters that I was able to experience. I'm not sure what has specifically happened logistically, but these days, the orders are more inconsistent when doing takeouts. The last couple of times I sat in the restaurant, it was OK, there were some things I had to send back as well, but I will say they were fixed. More recently, I ordered a couple of things and received a completely raw burger that look like it just came off of the cow. My potato was so acidic and bitter, it was sour. I quickly called and management quickly handled and reimbursed me for my burger. I was really honestly not Sure why the entire order could not be reimbursed. This experience came short after I had another order previously and it took 45 minutes for me to receive bread on my to go order. I could go into a rabbit hole with that experience, but I'll leave it there. What I was told was that three hours before closing, the workers had thrown out the remainder of the bread and had to bake fresh bread. The inconsistencies are too often. Not really sure how long it will be before I return, but it's very unfortunate because I truly love this place. Just asking others to ensure that they check their mobile orders before they pick up and takeoff. And for a manager to express that there must've been a mixup and that is why my burger was completely raw, as I'm sure he is very overwhelmed with a full packed house, that was probably not the best solution to the issue.

    Steak and fries ($32)
    Bailey B.

    I kind of hate to leave 2 stars because the food was okay, but...considering everything else, I just don't think I can justify a 3. I arrived for a late lunch last Wednesday. I'd had a long and challenging couple of weeks but felt I'd triumphed; I was in the area, finished with work, and thought why not reward myself with something special? This upscale restaurant is located near enough to the Trash Pandas stadium that you can hear the music/announcements from the spacious parking lot. Wonder if that would be disruptive during an outdoor meal? Idk, I sat inside. The restaurant looks even larger on the inside than the outside. It's pretty, modern, and clean, but perhaps a little generic looking and, I feel, a tiny bit on the casual-side -- at least in comparison to the price point. I'm not usually so critical about this kind of stuff, but...well, I'll get there. The hosts are stationed to your right as you walk in. They weren't super busy but it took them a moment or two to acknowledge me. Once greeted, they suggested I could sit at the bar since I was dining solo, or I could have a booth. I requested a booth and they seemed veryyyy slightly miffed, but took me to one anyway. One thing I noticed while perusing the menu is the restaurant is LOUD. They were maybe at like 15% capacity and it wasn't the quiet, intimate affair I expect of fancier restaurants. Perhaps it feels more romantic/decadent at night with candles lit, but it felt once again pretty generic and informal during the daylight. My waitress was...very lackluster. Not rude, but distinctly curt and didn't seem super interested in ensuring I had a pleasant visit. I had to wait for my meal to be delivered just so I could ask for a straw for my drink. She never once asked if I liked my food, needed anything else, wanted a dessert, etc. Only machine-like delivery of beverage and entree. Worse, I was very thirsty and drained my tea quite quickly; no refill was forthcoming until I'd all but finished my meal, despite her making eye contact with me at least twice. Again, I swear I'm usually not a jerk or even very particular about lackluster service; I understand the industry is difficult and unforgiving and I try to be as patient and generous as I can. But...this price point really feels like more attention should be warranted. One big complaint for me is that there's no lunch menu here; all full-dinner prices all the time. Still, I was determined to get the complete experience because I didn't know if I'd come back or not, so I ordered the steak and fries with a sweet tea to drink. I enjoyed my tea except for my inability to get a timely refill. My food arrived quickly and was clearly cooked fresh. The steak was slightly closer to a medium-well than the medium I ordered, which I honestly thought was pretty funny given their dogged insistence that they won't cook well-done steaks. The fries were crispy and plentiful. The steak was tender enough but not remarkably so; the most notable thing about it was that it was quite salty -- probably from the maitre d butter they used to finish it. Again -- it was not intolerably salty -- but paired with the fries, it only further increased my need for more tea. Overall, I'd say the food was good. I enjoyed it. But it was maybe only 15% better than a good Outback steak experience, at far more than double the price. My meal -- entree and non-alcoholic beverage only + 18% tip -- was only just shy of $50. For lunch. For one person. Again, there was nothing overtly bad about my experience. But if I'm really going to pay ~$50 for a meal (at lunch!!), it really, really needs to WOW on all fronts. And I can't say that J. Alexander's did. It's unlikely I'll find my way back here again, given the infrequency at which I do ~fancy~, but perhaps others will have a more positive experience than me.

    Side house salad
    Ashley S.

    We went here for my birthday dinner. This was my first time at this restaurant chain. One note: for some dumb reason they do not allow any kind of balloons in the restaurant. My husband had gotten a balloon centerpiece for my birthday and they confiscated it. They did accommodate him dropping off a cake ahead of time and brought it out after we were done eating. The food was excellent. I got the deviled eggs and steak braze special. The proportions were huge. I had a side salad that was large enough to be an entree. My friends ordered the queso appetizer and it was fantastic! Everyone's food was great. I would definitely come back, but disappointing about the balloons.

    Lita G.

    Gotta say, I rarely order a full steak when eating out, I enjoy them occasionally but only because I don't like making them at home. Still, this place left me underwhelmed. I joined a friend for her birthday dinner, and had a great time with friends, service was good, and the menu had a decent selection to choose from. We were happy to try this place for the first time, and I think everyone really loved their food, and mine was fine but that's about it. The place looks nice, and it's very dark, but it didn't really feel as upscale as others have mentioned. It's a lovely place, but not uppity enough to call it upscale, but it's Huntsville, nothing here is truly upscale. I ordered the steak Maui, which is a marinated ribeye, cooked medium rare. It had a decent flavor in the marinade, but it was a bit chewy, and even had a big chunk of cartilage not noticeable because of the sauce initially. I have had ribeye before, so even as not a steak person, I am familiar with this cut. The "smashed" (mashed) potatoes were good but average. The food was alright, but for $44 for the entree alone I wouldn't return. The non steak options sounded great but being a steakhouse I felt I had to try the steak, and it didn't wow me.

    John M.

    Thos particular location of J. Alexander's is in the trendy Madison entertainment area. I am continuously amazed at the insanely rapid growth of this area and now they have a J. Alexander's. The vibe here is attractive and upscale in a laid-back kind of way. The staff here is attentive, friendly and professional. The food here is very good (but it is priced a but high). All in all, UT is a good option and definitely reflective of the positive direction of the growth of Madison, Alabama.

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    3 years ago

    Cocktails and fish are great. Service is always good. The bread is good too. Salads on point.

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    Service was excellent, our server was so friendly and knowledgeable about the menu. Food was great!

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    The food is good . Try the deviled eggs. The strip is my favorite steak that they have. The key lime pie is delicious

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    3 years ago

    Food, services and ambiance were good. Great area with a wide variety of wines and deserts.

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    3 years ago

    Salads and steaks are awesome. Has become one of our favorites. Try the tuna appetizer and you will be sold immediately.

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    3 years ago

    Overpriced American food. You pay for the ambiance, not the food. Ordinary cooking with elevated service.

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    3 years ago

    Great place !! Food is Great!! Service is great! Review needs to be 85 Characters... dame it!!

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    3 years ago

    This is one of my favorite restaurants. Salmon dip is no longer on the menu but they sometimes have it if you ask for it. Love it!

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    3 years ago

    Parmesan crusted trout is delicious and cooked just right. Sides of season vegetables awes

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    Great food. Exceptional service. Extensive menu selections that will suit most palates.

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    Had a great dinner with the hubby today. Jazzmine provided excellent recommendations and service.

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    First and last time, service was terrible and food was disappointing. I do not recommend this restaurant.

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    4 years ago

    Great atmosphere and good food. Our server was a pleasure. My husband had the pork chop and he was blown away

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    Ask the Community - J. Alexander's

    Is there a happy hour deal?

    I do not know. Perhaps you can call J Alexanders directly.

    Do they have a pizza oven?

    Nope no pizza 🍕

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    Chuck’s Fish - Yellowtail tuna Sashimi

    Chuck’s Fish

    4.0(62 reviews)
    5.1 mi

    I like to look down on people who look down on things and it's with no small amount of humility…read morethat I confess to sitting at the new Grimaldis eating pizza with my wife laughing at the restaurant across the street called Chuck's Fish. We'd never heard of it and having recently returned from the gulf I was feeling rather smug about seafood. What could this Chuck know about it all? Feeling adventurous, we decided to walk over and check it out after eating an entire pizza. Pizza was pretty good. Chuck's Fish was epic. I love that there's no TV at the bar. I love the decor. I love the fact that the namesake was a civil rights attorney. I love the fact that I can get incredible sashimi and order our daughter a pizza that is just as good as the joint across the street. Chuck I apologize. I promised the bar staff I'd Yelp you up after the first visit but once bitten twice shy so I gave it another go. I'm at your bar now. Trudy is helping me out. She's a pro. So was the team here on Saturday. That's why I'm back in fact. The people. Also. The food. Can go on about the food. But. Y'all. Just come and experience it. This social media stuff is only good for so much. A nudge. A hint. An inkling. Hamachi ponzu with fresh jalapeño. Yes. Get that. Goyza with one perfectly crisped side? Yeah. Two of those. Catch of the day? Either way is gonna be good. Tks Charles!!!! You got two new regulars. Hopefully many many more.

    My wife and I really enjoyed our dinner. As we often do in a new place, we had a couple of…read moreappetizers and a couple of entrées with the full intention of carrying food home. We had to try the snapper throats and the kimchi Brussels. Both were excellent. She opted for the red snapper with artichoke hearts, and I had the chorizo and shrimp rigatoni. We could've fed both of us on either entrée but brought food home instead. The menu is quite large, so I see this becoming a common date night destination. I wouldn't normally include this in a restaurant review, but the restrooms are remarkably small given the size of the venue. Given the popularity, I recommend reservations. We made them and were seated upon arrival.

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    Interior

    Chuck’s Fish - Fish dip with chips

    Fish dip with chips

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    Bacon wrapped crab stuffed shrimp

    Stoney River  - Bistro Chicken with baked potato

    Stoney River

    3.9(102 reviews)
    5.1 mi
    $$$

    Early in the week, I made online reservations for Friday at 7pm. I got text confirmation of that…read morereservation. Something came up making Friday a bad choice, so I made another reservation for Saturday and cancelled the on for Friday. Once again I got a text message for both the Friday cancellation and Saturday booking. The automated replies made it convenient. We arrived a few minutes before or reservation and were seated right away. They were quick to respect my request for a nearby booth, as I have a disability walking. We ordered the steak appetizer roles that were outstanding! My wife ordered a Caesar salad that was huge, along with the filet with a baked potato. When I looked at the menu days prior, I was eyeing the shrimp and grits, but after seeing nearby tables entrees, I quickly ordered the ribeye. Our server, Jesstina was off the wall spectacular! Our appetizer came out quick, and our main course came out soon after we were done enjoying our appetizers. She made sure our every need was taken care of, and her attitude was as if we were her long time friends. We were there to celebrate our wedding anniversary of 23 years, and the dining experience was perfect! Spectacular service, an outstanding food selection and a 10 out of 10! This was our first time at this Stoney River, but it won't be the last! And you can rest assured, we'll make sure Jesstina will be our requested server!

    Stoney River delivers solid flavor and quality, and the ambiance makes the experience even better…read more The atmosphere is classy, dimly lit, and upscale without feeling overly formal. It is a great spot for a date night or a special evening out. We started with the crab cake. It was definitely good, flavorful, and nicely prepared, but at 18 dollars for a single crab cake, it felt a little steep. The standout of the night was the Wild Mushroom Meatloaf. It was hearty, well seasoned, and something I would absolutely reorder. We paired it with asparagus and Parmesan fries. The asparagus was fresh and succulently seasoned, cooked just right. The Parmesan fries were crispy and flavorful and made a great complement to the meal. I ordered the London Dip, which had good flavor overall, especially paired with the roasted wild mushrooms. That combination worked well together. However, for the price point, I think next time I might try something else on the menu. It was good, just not quite as memorable as the meatloaf. We also tried the smoked gouda mac and cheese, which was rich and tasty and definitely a solid side option. Overall, Stoney River offers good quality dishes with strong flavors in a classy setting that makes it perfect for date night. A few items feel priced on the higher side, but I would return, especially for that meatloaf.

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    Stoney River  - Interior and kitchen

    Interior and kitchen

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    Crab Cake $18

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    Char Restaurant - Appetizer- Spinach crisp with grilled shrimp

    Char Restaurant

    4.3(368 reviews)
    7.8 mi
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    4 stars because it's Mother's Day and we waited for our food a little longer than expected..BUT…read morewhen it came out it was correct, delicious and HOT..For some odd reason a lot of restaurants in the Huntsville area serve cold food..(my experience) AND I will also say that this is ABSOLUTELY NOT a restaurant for small children..someone's kid was running full force through the restaurant with his dad chasing him and our server had to step in and catch him!..Now on to the reason behind the review..Because I eat out A LOT I've had my fair share of rude and condescending waitstaff in the HUNTSVILLE/MADISON area..So when you go ask for T.K. SHE'S AWESOME!!..We gave her an extra tip jst for being so professional & for NOT calling us "BUBBA" & "HUN"..(yes I'm serious)..Honestly I'm surprised at so many younger servers who want to give customers condescending "PET" names..WHAT HAPPENED TO MA'AM AND SIR? I'M NOT YOUR GIRL/ DARLING/SWEETHEART/BOO/ SWEET PEA/LOVE/BUBBA (my husband was in a suit and tie when a server kept calling him"BUBBA") OR THE INFAMOUS "HUN".She treated us with dignity and respect when addressing us!..I really appreciated her for that!..THANK YOU T.K!!!!!!!!

    The no filler crab cakes are amazing and a good value on the happy hour menu…read more The NOLA BBQ shrimp is also recommended

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    Char Restaurant - Shrimp

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    Char Restaurant - House Salad with "Comeback" dressing. "Comeback" dressing was described to me as 'a mildly spicy thousand island-ish' dressing'

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    House Salad with "Comeback" dressing. "Comeback" dressing was described to me as 'a mildly spicy thousand island-ish' dressing'

    J. Alexander's - newamerican - Updated June 2026

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