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    J. Alexander's

    3.7 (442 reviews)
    Closed 11:00 am - 9:30 pm

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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Good for kids

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    Key Lime cheesecake
    Zara H.

    Initially I came in here not knowing what I wanted then saw a pecan crusted fish as a special - and I was sold. They have an off the menu appetizer crab cake, which I thought came with fries but it was paired with a lemony arugula salad. Initially I was fussy - like a kid who was looking forward to French fries for lunch but then, started eating the salad, and it was just too good to stop eating lol. It was a perfect pairing and I'm thankful for the mishap after all. I got the pecan crusted trout and it was excellent. I told the waitress to kiss the chef that seasoned that fish. Coleslaw was good. Very well done dish. And for dessert - I had that Key Lime cheesecake with graham cracker crust. It was extravagant. I wanted to order another one to go but I'll have to be back soon :) I love the atmosphere here. Very comfy.

    Burger and fries
    Ashlyn F.

    I absolutely adore this place. The service is always so fast and great, the staff is friendly and attentive and the food is delicious. I love going here and will be back

    Bread
    Aaron C.

    Five stars for the execution! J. Alexander's never misses when it comes to a solid steakhouse dinner. The steak was a 10/10--cooked to perfection and served remarkably fast. Great ambiance for a night out and the kitchen clearly knows what they're doing. Reliable, delicious, and great vibes.

    Grilled Salmon
    Jenne E.

    Excellent cuisine and top-notch service can be expected at both of our establishments in Troy and Livonia. A highly recommended destination for a delightful family dining experience.

    Prime rib
    Bob B.

    I went here thinking it would be a high end dining experience. The only thing high end was the prices. The place was so loud it was hard to have a conversation. The crowd was another story. I would have thought that I was at a fast food location based on tank tops, short shorts, ball caps, etc. Service was mediocre at best. Although the steaks were perfectly cooked I thought the Mac and cheese was disgusting but our server never returned to the table for me to say anything until she brought the bill. $47 for NY Strip, even perfectly cooked doesn't justify that price. $41 for Prime Rib is still high. I will not return.

    Michael T.

    I got the cheeseburger and fries. I added one more Patty for an additional $7 so it was almost a $30 meal. I was expecting a very good burger and it was average at best. There was not much taste to the patties and it was quite dense which is a good thing but not when it was dry like that. The fries were not crispy, were shoe string style. There was nothing fancy about the bun. It was a very ordinary burger that did not impress me. The ambiance when I went in was quite dark with low lighting. I can't speak to the service as I just had a pick up order.

    Half empty box of Mr. Jack 's Crispy Chicken Platter
    Sari G.

    Always delicious food! We love it here! Great service. Good ambiance! We love J. Alexander's.

    The lump crab soup was fine not good not great
    Rebecca R.

    I hate to say it I really do but J. Alexander's is underwhelming. We went a few days before Christmas. I was excited to have a nice meal after shopping. We had an okay meal. Everything was okay. If I were honest my money would be better spent at a good hole in the wall taco joint.

    Raquel T.

    Don't forget the artichokes! We stopped in for a lunch post pedicures at Nordstrom spa and it was exactly what we wanted. My mother, sister and I shared the wood fired artichokes as an app, always delicious especially with the aioli. For lunch, we all got the steak sandwich on special, absolutely the right move. Love their shoestring fries as well. Finally we split the carrot cake for dessert. Never forget the carrot cake.

    Calamari
    Saige B.

    We started the night with the Calamari which was breaded with herbs and tasted delicious! The potatoes were so flavorful and the sauce on the side complimented the chicken very nicely. Our server Josh was amazing. He was so funny and charming, would 100% come back again!!

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    The variety of Food is really delicious as well as the friendly staff. You need to try it out!

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    One of my favorite neighborhood go to! Always consistent, friendly, helpful and tasty

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    Do not try and come here with a party larger than 4. Service is honestly awful. If you actually ever get a table.

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    Ocean Prime

    Ocean Prime

    3.9
    (643 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$$

    Overall, a pretty high-end restaurant that lives up to expectations. when we entered, we were…read moregreeted by around four different people welcoming us. Everyone was well dressed and polite. We were quickly seated after stating our reservation time in a table that was well decorated with birthday paraphernalia. We got the Teriyaki salmon, Chilean sea bass, blackened snapper, mushrooms, calamari. While all are recommended, I think the Chilean sea bass was the best. It was a nice and well-cooked fillet that was adequately savory and fatty, but not overtly so. It paired well with a potato mash and broccolini. I would recommend it, and it was $60. The Teriyaki salmon was OK but was not amazing. It definitely was tender and had an Asian taste to it, but nothing that made it stand out for $55. The mushroom side dish was also a highlight. There were about three different types of mushrooms, and I think they use a sauce that was based in butter. It was delicious, and I would order again. The calamari was lightly fried in a sweet chili sauce, again with a hint of Asian zing to it. I quite enjoyed it, and I thought this dish was unique and worth it. Ambiance was grand, fancy, clean, dim, yet adequately lighted. Service was on point. However, we did search for our waitress a couple of times, and the meals did come out quite slowly. I would say about 20 to 25 minutes. So if you were to come here, be sure that you are not in a rush. Overall, high-end restaurant. Dollar sign is justified.

    Our server Angela B. was amazing, all of her recommendations were delicious and she's a vibe. Check…read moreher out ASAP. The attention to detail that is was my daughter's birthday was a special touch. Now onto the food....10s across the board!!!!surf and turf, Chilean sea bass, lobster Mac and truffle mac. Nothing needed seasoning or anything. Our entire table was apart of the Clean Plate Club lol . I love the option to valet park for a small fee but appreciate ample parking as well.

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    The Capital Grille

    The Capital Grille

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    Such a classy, yet unpretentious space, The Capital Grille Somerset Mall is! We quietly celebrated…read morea private event there recently. From Hostess Kierra, to Christian G & Amanda who teamed up together; we were offered a perfect experience. Kierra decorated a quiet table, away from drafts (as requested) before seating us. Christian delighted us with the day's special culinary options. Amanda teased with wishes to be made. It was gentle and fun for my buddy. The house-made Grapefruit soda was declared "wonderful" by my companion who indulged in their signature Butternut Squash Bisque. He marveled at the delicately chopped apple in the middle. Delightful. Lobster Salad came out fresh and so beautifully plated. Large lobster pieces too! I thoroughly enjoyed Mini-Tenderloin Sliders along with a side of perfectly steamed broccoli. I regretted I could not order from their diverse wine menu this time. A red would have been the perfect accompaniment. We ordered two impeccably made, decaf Espresso coffees for dessert, but then... Amanda appeared with an unexpected, delicious, diet-busting celebratory treat. Thank you Capital Grille!

    They have a gluten free menu!!!! The service was wonderful…read more A group of 12 dined comfortably at lunch on a Saturday. The staff was attentive and everyone's order was right. The manager came and check on us serval times. They were so thoughtful as to give the graduate a congratulatory dessert. Which was beautiful plate and finished our visit there with full hearts and stomachs. All of our food was delicious even the gluten free plates.

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    Lobster Mac 'N' Cheese – Made with freshly poached lobster and topped with a Grana Padano crust.
    Lobster Mac 'N' Cheese – Made with freshly poached lobster and topped with a Grana Padano crust.
    Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail served with housemade mustard sauce.
    Jumbo Lump Crab Cocktail served with housemade mustard sauce.
    14 oz Dry Aged NY Strip au Poivre finished with our housemade Courvoisier Cream for a decadent finish.

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    14 oz Dry Aged NY Strip au Poivre finished with our housemade Courvoisier Cream for a decadent finish.
    Ruth's Chris Steak House

    Ruth's Chris Steak House

    3.7
    (369 reviews)
    1.2 mi
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    SERVICE: Clean, easy parking, and staff was cool. One…read moreemployee kept bumping the light switch - thought it was the rain at first. FOOD: Steak was excellent. Moist, favorable. Also ordered crab cakes that were just ok - it's a steakhouse. Loved my bread pudding dessert and chocolate cake was good too, much but good. WELL: I guess, sure.

    It has occurred to me now that after three visits to this location in under 365 days that I need to…read moreadd Ruth's Chris to my Yelp collection. Rarely does a restaurant give me the complete urge to want to return soon. Even more rare the urge to bring someone close along with me as a testament to my opinion in the experience. Yelp gets it right when it auto-lists food, service; and ambiance as the three pillars of the dining experience. If one falters the whole thing is off. I have visited Ruth's Chris three times in 2025 with three equal and impressive experiences in the three pillars. Ambiance. This location is a classic steakhouse dining experience. Upscale feeling without exclusion. Lighting just enough to keep you, your party, and your food in focus. Music in the background but just enough to provide energy without ever forcing its way into your face. Comfortable and consistent seating areas that provide a pleasant aesthetic experience. Service. Professionally dressed, attentive, friendly, and knowledgeable servicing staff. No more needs to be said. Food. Each time I have had the filet and each time it has been absolutely perfect. At this point I think I've had ever appetizer. Caesar salad. Multiple desserts. The food is consistent and exceeds the expectations based on the cost. Every time. I reserved two seats in January for a date night for my wife and I. I don't do the reserving for my wife unless I can absolutely count on a great night out. This is it.

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    Eddie V's Prime Seafood

    Eddie V's Prime Seafood

    4.2
    (561 reviews)
    0.4 mi
    $$$$

    As always, Eddie V's delivered an exceptional experience. We came to celebrate our religious…read moreholiday, and everything from start to finish was perfect. Our server, Derek W., truly went above and beyond--attentive, warm, and incredibly professional. We will absolutely be requesting him every time we visit. We loved our seating, which made the evening feel even more special. The food was phenomenal--starting with the calamari, tuna, and caviar. The caviar was especially outstanding... absolutely delicious. And of course, you can never go wrong with their fresh bread. For entrées, my husband had the filet mignon and loved it. The Chilean sea bass, as always, was perfection. The sides were equally impressive. Consistently a 5-star experience--Eddie V's never disappoints.

    A group of 7 of us came here for dinner. We all commented on how high the prices were. One person…read morein our group got a glass of wine at the bar and it was $16! I couldn't bear to spend the amount they charged for an entree, so I got the warm goat cheese salad, and my sister & I shared the crab fried rice. Both were delicious, but the price point was awfully high. Our server, Jessie (?) was very nice and efficient, but very, very rehearsed. I felt like she was over the top with the "Is everything tasting delicious this evening?" and other such comments. It almost seemed like she walked off a stage to be the server. But, her service was good, and she was very polite, waiting until people stopped talking before she started telling us whatever she needed to say. The young man who refilled the water and bread (I didn't catch his name) was also very efficient without being obtrusive. Overall, I did enjoy it, and I certainly liked the atmosphere. Although, it was loud and very difficult to hear our tablemates.

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    Our signature Hope Diamond Cocktail, featuring Grey Goose vodka, butterfly tea and a purple diamond ice cube
    Our signature Hope Diamond Cocktail, featuring Grey Goose vodka, butterfly tea and a purple diamond ice cube
    Our signature Bananas Foster is flambéed tableside and served with butter pecan ice cream.
    Our signature Bananas Foster is flambéed tableside and served with butter pecan ice cream.
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    Fogo de Chão

    Fogo de Chão

    3.8
    (664 reviews)
    1.6 mi
    $$$

    What a great place to have a rehearsal dinner…read more Our family was hosted in a private dining room. I wish that I would have taken names because the service was amazing! The drinks were flowing. Love the Brazilian lemonade. They also did a modified strawberry hibiscus caipirinha mocktail for me which was so delicious. I'm not a beef eater, but the family enjoyed so many delicious cuts. Picanha sirloin. Fraldinha bottom sirloin. Alcatra top sirloin. Costela beef ribs. For me, it's just lamb when I eat red meat. Lamb chops medium. Lamb picanha marinated with fresh mint, white wine and lemon then fire roasted. Yum! My favorite though is the salad market table. Slices of smoked salmon. Hearts of palm. Asparagus. Brazilian egg salad. Grilled cauliflower. Chickpea salad. I can actually skip the meat completely and be so satisfied. Try not to fill up on the pao de queijo, Brazilian cheese bread. It is so addictive!! Not sure why we needed dessert but the trio was a sweet way to end a great meal and begin a weekend filled with family and lots of love. Somehow we managed to sample the cheesecake brûlée, key lime pie and the decadent chocolate brigadeiro cake. So many delicious bites. Thanks to the staff who made this a night to remember. Obrigado!!

    Iryna and Tristan were so awesome! They took excellent care of us during a recent visit to…read morecelebrate a birthday. Highly recommend this location for any special occasion or just a delicious lunch. Ambiance and service are top notch. Excellent selection of rotating meats. Impeccable atmosphere. Overall a great churrasco experience! The crème brûlée cheesecake was an unexpected highlight and the perfect way to end the meal. Highly recommended. Seating consists of movable armless chairs that can be easily rearranged to accommodate a wheelchair. Along the dining room's outer wall, there is ample space to park a mobility device, such as a walker, without obstructing foot traffic. Free parking includes several accessible spaces directly in front of the restaurant. The restrooms are clean and easily reached via a barrier-free hallway off the main dining area.

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    J. Alexander's - newamerican - Updated July 2026

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