It's been a minute since we've been to Jake's, but tonight was a great reminder of why it's such a staple. They're obviously famous for their steaks, but for the first time ever, we actually skipped the red meat because we were just craving other things--and honestly, the kitchen killed it. The Atmosphere & Energy1 We got there for an early dinner around 5:30 PM. It wasn't super crowded yet, but it still had a great energy with plenty of people there for happy hour. By the time we left, though, the place was totally filled up with couples and families, and the bar downstairs was absolutely packed. We love a good, lively ambiance, and that buzz in the room made the whole night feel like an event. The Views- We were sitting on the top floor, and even on a gray, misty Friday at dusk, the views of Van Cortlandt were so nice. There's something really relaxing about just watching the world pass by outside while you're tucked away with a good meal and a great crowd. The Food- The Swordfish was perfect--super fresh, meaty, and seasoned just right. It's a solid move if you want something heavy-hitting but not as intense as a ribeye. The Mac & Cheese is total comfort food (rich, creamy, with that golden crust), and the loaded baked potato was huge and hit the spot. Also, don't skip the bread basket--they serve it warmed up with soft butter, which is such a nice touch. The Service- The hospitality really made the night. We had great service tonight; the staff was on point and made our return visit feel special. Service was exceptional, and they made sure everything was smooth from start to finish. Such a great Friday night spot! read more

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One of the most reprehensible and disturbing dining experiences of my life, I met for a family dinner with my grandmother for my elderly great uncle's birthday. When I arrived the entire lower level was empty. When I found them, they were halfway up a steep 4 flights of stairs despite my uncle requiring a walker and my grandmother a cane-the hostess had apparently told them they must sit upstairs as the lower level was 'reserved'. Not only did they make no gesture to accommodate them in any other way, this is an EXTREME ADA violation, and could have very well been a lawsuit. The manager, Jimmy, sat and watched as both my grandmother and great uncle struggled to take the stairs, no hand of assistance. When I approached him, I was told 'what's the big deal, so you had to take some stairs'. I told him my uncle fell last year and was hospitalized for 6 months, if you see someone in a walker, why would you do this? His response 'I don't know what you want me to do, buy you a drink?'. Not only was their overall service awful and food barely edible, this is one of the most unaccommodating, disrespectful, and genuinely unsafe establishments I've ever been to. read more

Terrible unfortunately. This is the second time I've come here in six months and BOTH times my meat was undercooked. The last time I ordered a New York strip medium and it came back rare. This time I ordered a simple burger medium and it too came back from the kitchen RARE. The service by the waitress was great and she was very apologetic and it's not her fault but for the prices charged at Jake's the kitchen has to do better. This place was really good years ago but they have definitely gone down hill food wise. I absolutely won't be back. read more

Jake's Steakhouse - Bronx - Ordered my burger MEDIUM and it came back RARE. The second time this has happened in last two visits here - Steakhouses Near Me - Bronx, New York

Valet parking is key and makes all the difference. Lovely establishment that made 25 years in an industry that turn over is high. Beautifully kept and nice crowd. Drinks are potent staff is exceptionally friendly.was the food delicious yes unfortunately or main courses were cold ; the only one that was hot was my daughter's seems like an entree was forgotten and rushed. Our appetizers were on point so this was disappointing. We were hungry and didn't want to have everything recooked so we made due. It was a shame because the flavor and quality is there. read more

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I went here last night with my dad and I have to say this was a great dining experience. We had a 7pm reservation but we showed up at 6:15 and they seated us. We were seated upstairs. I don't remember the name of our server(sorry) but he was excellent. We had the calamari appetizer and the Caesar salad,both of which were great. For our dinners, I had the special grilled boneless prime rib. I substituted the potatoes croquettes with creamed spinach. My father had the lamb chops with a side of lobster Mac and cheese. I really enjoyed my food. The creamed spinach tasted like there was a sharp cheese in there, which was great. My father really enjoyed his lamb chops and Mac and cheese. For our desserts, I had another special:apple caramel cheese cake and my dad had the tiramisu. No complaints from with of us. It was great. It's nice to treat yourself every once in a while, and if you feel like treating yourself, go to Jake's. read more

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I went to Jake's a few days ago for large co worker gathering for dinner. The location is on the main thoroughfare. We found parking around the corner which had no meters, otherwise it's not that easy to find a parking spot, but the offer valet. The restaurant had a nice ambiance to it. We went to the top floor which had the most seating since my party was over 30 people. The wait staff was excellent. I had the surf and turf which was pretty good, we ordered plenty of sides, cream spinach, thick cut bacon etc. which was also good. The price of the steak was fairly pricey when compared to the likes of keens steaks in nyc etc. I enjoyed my dinner and have no complaints. read more

My Boyfriend and I came here for our Anniversary dinner. We had an amazing time. We did the Prixe fix menu and it did not disappoint. Mac and cheese which is on the regular menu we did for an appetizer and it was delicious. Our server was very kind and the aesthetic was great. We so look forward to coming here again. read more

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The ambiance was just right. Not pretentious. The steak was cooked perfectly. The marquee old fashioned wasn't available or I would have probably rated Jake's a 5. Looking forward to returning. read more

The food is great and it's been great for years! Classic spot, great service. You can sit at the bar, catch a game and some bites, or do a more classic table cloth dinner. Always happy to visit. read more

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I dined here the other day and was disappointed. The ambiance is very nice. But my food did not rise to the same level. I ordered calamari. It was tough and rubbery. My entrée was skirt steak, mashed potatoes and assorted vegetables. My whole plate was room temperature. Bordering on cold. Yes I could have sent it back but, that's always scary AND I was famished. The wedge salad was the star. Blue cheese, bacon crumbles and crisp lettuce. Delish. For desert I had their bread pudding. Nope. It was more like a cute slice of almost raisin bread that was dunked long enough to soak up flavored liquid (bread pudding juice). Shaking my head. No bueño. The ice cream that accompanied it was good though. On a scale of 1-5 I'll give my meal a 2. Staff deserved better. They get a 5. I planned to take my nieces there for our luncheon but, I have to find another venue. read more

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A bit surprised over the negative ratings here. I would assume they would have much better ratings! I've been here several times, and the place is great. The steaks are amazing, I love the mac and cheese. I've brought my daughter here a few times, and we both love it. The service is quick, never any problems. It's a relaxing spot, has a good night time feel to it. The food is just amazing. Looking forward to coming back. read more

First time going to this location. Reminded me of a colonial building with the wooden staircases. All the guests were enjoying themselves and having lively conversations when we reached the top floor of the restaurant. Now to the food...I had the mussels marinara it was OK. The marinara did not have any seasoning and the mussels seemed as though they were overcooked. It was hard to get a full mussel in its shell. I thoroughly enjoyed the wedge salad and the onion soup was very good. The brownie was good as well. My sister loved her meal , which was the shrimp scampi and the bread pudding for dessert. Another friend loved the Chilean Seabass, unfortunately she did not like the house salad. She said the leaves were wilted. She enjoyed the cheesecake. We all had the coffee and it was very good, nice and strong. read more

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Normally the service is excellent but tonight for some reason it wasn't. We had to stay on the bar level as I am handicapped and can't climb stairs. Which I am surprised they don't have alternative measures. They had no seats upstairs anyway and we had. Reservation. The server that was on the bar level was not the best tonight and I was shocked cause normally it's fantastic the service. The food was amazing as always. This is the second Friday night on the past few months that the service was not good. We will no longer be coming on Friday nights we will have to change the day up. read more

I've never had such a horrible experience as I just had at Jake's Steakhouse. There is no way that the general manager, Jim Downey, should act. Your hostess, first took us to the wrong table and then got upset after we asked to sit elsewhere than where she wanted to sit us which was where other people would've been standing over us. We were accommodated. The general manager thrn came yo out table and scolded us, pointing his finger in our faces because the hostess was crying. We weren't mean to her. He said we were no longer welcome to come back. We walked out. Plain and simple. There are lots of other places to spend our hard earned money. Who comes up to a seated table and start yelling. Disrespectful and uncalled for. You should get the full story before you yell at good paying customers. Will never go back again. read more

Great spot with plenty of seating. This place has and upstairs and downstairs. As well as a bar area. Came here a whiel ago for a quick dinner for two. The service was great very attentive. My partner and I got the steak for two and we got a side of veggies as well as an order of shrimp. The shrimp was good. The steak although it was juicy and tender my partner felt the steak wasn't as seasoned as he would have liked it to be. The cocktail was good. I can see this being a great family spot for a group Or an intimate dinner. I would probably go back to try other stuff on the menu. read more

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I went out with co-workers for lunch a few years back, to Jake's. We sat at the bar and i ordered a wonderful Roast beef sandwich which was to die for. This year, i decided to take my mother in Law and my wife for a nice steak dinner. My wife and mother in law both ordered ribeyes with sides and some drinks. I ordered what i was craving, that Roast beef sandwich. To my surprise upon placing our order, out waitress told me that the roast beef sandwich was available BUT, they only serve it if you are in there bar section. I figured this rule had to be so that customers just don't take up space on their tables ordering sandwiches, which was not our case. I thought surely if i spoke to the manager in charge they would see we ordered full dinners at our table, i just didn't feel like eating a steak this time around. After explaining to manager what i wanted, he doubled down and said no and referenced their policy of not allowing customers to order sandwiches at the table. . The manager stood his ground. I didn't order anything and watched my wife and mother in law eat. I cant believe they would deny customers a sandwich they usually serve one a customer is ordering full size dinner orders. I will never go back to this place because of this. read more

So we have been here before, and loved it. We felt like keeping it local, and I honestly felt like Lobster Tails. The service was excellent! We started out with drinks. I had the Crème Brûlée Martini, my husband just had a Vodka and Tonic. We then split, the Clams Oreganato, which were so Dry!! Omg think they forgot to add Butter. It was all bread crumbs. Then I had the Twin Lobster Tails, which I thought was good. Cooked perfectly. My husband had the dry aged rib eye, which was full of nerves!! For $80.00?? And we got a side of the mash potatoes that were dry as well. I took 1 fork full. We left them. We don't normally complain or throw prices into the mix, but for $250.00 with the tip for that??? Come on Jake's you can do better. read more

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Decent steakhouse they raised prices rib eye $80 much higher then some of better steakhouses ( Capital grill) ambience ok a little loud Good service friendly staff good for any other meals not as a steakhouse read more

I am commenting on a June 8 2025 experience. It was a RETIREMENT dinner/gathering with close friends and family. I remain SOUR about the following episode: I was (I am the retiree) getting hassled via the company about having a drink from one the many bottles brought me. I was well aware that favor was wrong but, company kept pushing me. We had a Private area and so, I thought th action could be done QUICK and, no staff would notice but, I was wrong. A wait staff person informed me and I agreed SHE was Right immediately but, then I was EMBARRASED in front of MY Guests BY JAKES management that I was INAPPROPIATE IN "touching" the Wait Staff person on the arm to steer her concern away from My Guests. THIS TALK s I received from the Management on Duty in front of my guests! I was then treated as a PERVERT by management as I tried to explain WHY the event happened. I finally did make my apologies(from a distance and and asked for permission to do so!) REALLY??!! I M an OLD customer and I m getting BASHED for being INAPPROPATE in trying to quell a situation whose actions took less than five(5) seconds! Not Happy; JUST EMBARRASED. JAKES has LOST A Good Customer forever! And Ever!!! read more

first time at a bronx steakhouse! the food was very salty and mids. for starters i got buffalo chicken wings and those barely had any buffalo sauce on it! i was disappointed by the wings it was not that good the french fries were very salty and not crispy as preferred. the star of the show was the garlic mashed potato's and those were an absolute hit! on the other hand, the steak was cooked medium well but it was exceptionally dry and way too salty. i was not a fan. now here's the issue for me, the ambiance was too loud and rowdy. there was a group of 10+ people being obnoxiously loud. the hostess heard the commotion and was making faces at us in dismay and she still sat us right next to that large group. there was plenty of seating downstairs and not once did she offer an alternative despite her complaining about the noise to us! make it make sense i wont come here again and would rather cook my own steak. forget the food, for the price point, the service and ambiance is not worth it. C rating 5/10 read more

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This place is delicious! My uncle had a t bone steak with creamed spinach and baked potato, I tried the Jake's filet mignon with Mac and cheese, and wifey had marinated skirt steak with mashed potatoes and creamed spinach. Everything was absolutely delicious!!! It was my first time here and it will not be my last. They have valet parking to ease any parking concerns, because it can be difficult to find parking. The restaurant is very nice, we sat all the way upstairs. I did see they have nice window seating which I hope to experience the next time I go. The service was excellent thanks to Chris our waiter! Chris was very attentive, and so sweet. He found out we were celebrating my birthday and they gave us the dessert "on the house". Which just topped off the whole experience. P.S. Please forgive my pictures the lighting was very dim and I did not want to be rude with a flash so I took the pictures without the flash and just brightened it on my photos. read more

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Solid local Steakhouse, serving amazing steak, delicious daily specials accompanied by all the usual sides beautiful prepared.The wedge salad a must ! Try the fillet mignon some of the best steak ever eaten. Perfect char, warm pink center, melts in your mouth, and If that's not good enough, the daily specials are incredible.! We were too full to have dessert, but from what I can see, they looked really sweet! Oh and service was outstanding made you feel like you were eating in your own dining room at home and huge portions. read more

New chef , no menu items . Better than ever !! For traditional steak and burger lovers this place is reasonably priced and just want you want . I'm a regular here and since the new chef arrived I've been here to eat 6 times !! Quality of everything has exceeded my expectations. If you haven't been here in a while make sure you get there soon !! Staff is amazing as always . Very little wait time ! read more

TLDR: Steakhouse prices of course, but this place delivers solid food and features truly first class service. This is a great Riverdale spot. As steakhouses go, this one is pretty good. Situated right on the west side of Van Cortlandt, this place is great for special occasions and casual dining alike. There are essentially 2.5 floors of seating (upstairs, downstairs, and a small space in between), making for an easy time grabbing a seat, especially during the week (we went on a Wednesday). The upstairs seating has amazing seating by the window, making for a great romantic occasion. The service here was a real standout. First, our server was on top of everything, extremely courteous, friendly, and professional. This really heightened our experience. Second, we came here around 7:45, but stayed until around 9:45, even though the restaurant technically closes at 9. They didn't rush us out, and in fact, they still offered us dessert around 9:15 or so. Mixed Vegetables - I would skip these on my next visit. They are fine for those looking for some sort of veggie, but not a lot of real flavor in these. I don't even think we finished this side. Loaded Potato Croquettes - Perfectly fried, but a little dense. I would suggest for some additional ingredients to thin them a bit and make the filling creamier (e.g. more milk/butter/cream cream). Still a pretty good side though. Jake's Filet Mignon - This was a nice steak. I really enjoyed the frizzled onions and plentiful sauce surrounding it. I ordered it medium, and thats exactly how it arrived -- great! As steaks go, this was good, but these prices were a bit high when you benchmark against other steakhouses (considering quality). Value: 3/5 Quality: 4/5 Quantity: 5/5 Service: 5/5 Atmosphere: 5/5 read more

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Great spot up by Riverdale. Had a going away dinner here for a buddy moving to Austin. The food and service did not disappoint. The porterhouse for two was perfect as were the sides. I would definitely go back again! read more

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I went to Jakes for a Christmas party back in December. I enjoy a good steak especially at a good steak house. I left hungry and dissatisfied. Portions were small (I get prices are going up, but charge me more for a regular portion). A lot of places are doing this, not just this establishment. The food was okay, nothing special that made me say that I need to come back again. Sad but true. I've been to many steak houses this one is not on a list for me to visit again. read more

One of my all-time favorite places. I grew up in the neighborhood and am still here, and Jake's has been a staple for as long as I can remember. It's a neighborhood gem, but all will enjoy no matter where you are from. In addition to Jake's classic steakhouse vibe and the really good fare - we usually get the HUGE T-bone to share, tuna tartare and the delicious carrot cake from Lloyd's Carrot Cake, just a few blocks away - (that they have on the dessert menu), the owner and staff are awesome! I have to be honest. As a person of color, I am always apprehensive when I dine out/go to other establishments because of the (bigoted) mistreatment received at some. None of that exists at Jake's. Everyone is treated with respect and dignity. Anyway - go to Jake's, eat their delicious food and enjoy being treated like royalty!! https://www.jakessteakhouse.com/ The Bronx: https://www.jakessteakhouse.com/bronx read more

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I dined at this restaurant a couple of times during the happy hour and the food was okay. I feel the prices are a bit inflated. But that's not the worst thing. I ordered a wedge salad to go. And I got a plastic container that had little containers inside of it, filled with blue cheese dressing. One had bacon bits in it. One had blue cheese crumble. There was a wedge of lettuce and four slices of a beefsteak tomato. , you would think for $20 they could have at least assembled it and cut up the tomatoes. I will never make that mistake again. read more

What's the most stars I can give? They deserve them plus 1. From the moment you cross the threshold, you are ushered into some of the finest dining in the Bronx!!! Bread baked by angels...and steak that you can cut with a spoon, but not overcooked, and dissolves without chewing. Yum!!! Amazing service....they read your mind. Enough!!! Make a reservation and meet me back here. You're welcome read more

A Great Place,great food and great staff. I will be coming back again soon. The ribs were delicious Thanks read more

Pleasant front of house, but the food was almost unilaterally mediocre and presented as if someone in the kitchen was too tired to care. My wife had onion soup (good), filet of sole with rice pilaf -- where the fish was past its prime and the pilaf might have come from a box; I had bang bang shrimp which did not go bang bang and all, more like yawn yawn. My rare filet mignon was properly rare but lacking flavor; the side dishes of sauteed broccoli and French fries were a relief because they offered color, texture, and flavor. Our sorbets for dessert were presented carelessly; the ordinary ice-cream parlor plates them better. If this sounds like carping, I assure the reader that I delight in writing positive reviews: this is the record of two disappointed diners who would surely find other restaurants in the area. Oh, $187 plus tip. AND -- while we're talking about class and tact -- Jake's is the only restaurant I've ever seen list two prices: 12 cash and 12.67 credit. Much nicer to say there would be a 4% surcharge for credit. I suspect that the diners who love Jake's have started their dining experience with a good deal of alcoholic lubricant. read more

Nothing like a black & blue Porterhouse ! Staff is friendly, drinks strong. It's close to Peter Luger. One is dry aged and the other is wet aged. read more

Overpriced. Average food. But excellent staff. Not much more to say. Except maybe go over to F&J Pine and get a wider menu, with larger portions, for the same price. read more

I've been eating here're since 2014 and this review is not based off of one experience,. I wouldn't recommend if your black or brown. Ive been here numerous times with hopes of it being better, based on a different groups experience. I can promise you management won't even attempt to listen. They do not care about your experience, only the money in. Why keep going? I try my best to spend my money locally but this is a scenario where the travel to Westchester or NYC makes sense. Too vague? Glasses will have caked up gunk because the bartenders could care less about customers and more about their friends they invite and give free drinks too. Burgers will be overcooked without fail Steak will be undercooked 100% of the time Salad is good until you look at the receipt for 3 pieces of butter lettuce and two tomatoes. This place is ran by college students texting but runs as a high end steakhouse. Don't believe me? Just walk in once. There's no quality assurance on anything, this is not a pandemic problem, just a Jake's issue as other restaurants have flourished since. Promise you the management doesn't care. read more

Food was okay, not really much of a steak person... went to try out and celebrate an event. A bit on the pricey side... the staff was very nice and polite. The food (shared a Tomahawk Steak for (2) sides Fries/Baked Potato/Brussels Sprouts.. my partner is more experience in steak eating and he said it was just okay... I thought the same thing and I'm not even an expert. I probably won't return just because I'm not crazy for steak... but I think my partner won't either due to the tasting of the food... Make sure to make reservations b/c they get pretty busy.. read more

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I FINALLY made it to this restaurant after wanting to try it for 3 years. And I will say it was not disappointed. The hostess when I arrived was very friendly and inviting. I had a reservation but opted to sit at the bar since there was ample seating. The bartenders were so nice and helpful with making drink and food selections. The drinks were really good. The food was also yummy. I will definitely be back read more

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Went to eat with a friend for Easter Sunday! The food was delicious and the service was great. The place is very much family oriented. I always get my moneys worth when I visit Jake's. read more

The sides and drinks were great. I ordered the bone in ribeye and was left underwhelmed. Wished it had more flavor. The service was excellent, Teddy our server was on point. The ambiance has a great old school bar/saloon feel read more

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Had my fingers crossed on this night looking for a memorable evening to spend with my wife celebrating my birthday. Jackpot! We were first timers to Jakes, and now have plenty of reason to return. Thank you to the staff. Our lovely and attentive waitress Mairim. Chris behind the bar making a couple of perfect Old Fashions, and Christian for keeping our water glass filled and clearing the table without feeling rushed. The food was off the charts delectable and delicious. Tuna tartare and portobello salad to begin. Tasty and light on the tummy. Then it was time for the main event I had short ribs on the brain and the kitchen did not disappoint. Just melt in your mouth good. My wife went all in with the 35 Day Dry Aged Bone-In Rib Eye(check the picture). Just Wowzaaa! Cooked to perfection, and fed us for a couple of days after. The gift that kept giving. No room left for desert. So finished off with a sambuca, a scoop of ice cream with candle and a birthday wish... that we won't wait too long before our next reservation made. Thanks Jakes, for a great start to the next chapter! read more

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It is good for carnivores or all stripes but I wish they served grass fed and grass finished meats to cut down on people's health issues caused by factory corporate farms and grain fed cattle that are naturally meant to eat grass! I think the demographics and consciousness of the neighborhood is changing and Riverdale needs to step up its game. For those neighbors who don't care then Jake's is the place for you! Great service and large portions. read more