The best thing about this place is the pleasant ambiance (lots of dark wood and relaxed lighting) and pretty decent service. Actual food? Meh. "Mediterranean salad" was mostly ICEBERG LETTUCE (and not particularly fresh at that) with a sad sprinkling of cherry tomatoes, kalamata olives...and zero feta cheese. What in the ...? Sheer barbarism! The sirloin strip steak, which the server said was the most fatty and flavorful cut they offer, was fairly forgettable. Strangely, this steakhouse does not offer T-bone or ribeye, which are what I usually get. My friend's steak tips were dry and flavorless due to the fat having been disastrously trimmed off...ugh. Now I understood why the server specifically warned me against getting that when I was asking her for the fattiest, juiciest steak. My other friend's scallions were ok, as far as scallions go. I suppose if I were crazy about seafood, I'd come for that. The fact that this place is constantly packed really testifies to the sad reality of local (Arlington) palates and why I rarely eat there unless truly desperate. PS. For any beer lovers out there, if they are out of the excellent Lord Hobo Boom Sauce IPA, do *not* order the Harpoon IPA ... just as bland and flavorless as the steak tips! I could barely taste anything hoppy enough about it that would deserve being called an IPA. read more

Jimmy's was excellent the service was great sat at the bar and it was perfect. Ambience casual atmosphere with and friendly people having fun. The food was great prime rib was cooked just right the veal Parmesan was very good as well everything was great read more

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Once again, the Prime Rib here was epic. I have now progressed to a 40-ounce slab as I utilized their "secret menu" -ask for a mega slab. Great time here watching the latest Patriots victory that is sending us to The Bowl. Who needs Bob Billakraft and Brady anymore? I am now an Official Level 3 Heavy User of Jimmy's Prime Rib. Peep it out now. Thank you, Jimmy !!! :) Ask for mayo and horseradish and make your own Horsey Sauce by mixing the two. HELPUL HINT: Eat ALL of the slab. Those huge fat blobs are flavor packed and melt in your mouth. Fat is flavor! Trust... Thank you to Kimberly for wicked pissah service ! :) read more

Jimmy's Steer House - Steakhouses Near Me - Arlington, Massachusetts

I cannot believe how good the food is and how reasonable the prices are. The menu has excellent options and the atmosphere is very cozy and a great family vibe. I've only ever had immaculate service and chow here. Spot is criminally underrated. read more

Had dinner here with family since it was a good location for all that attended. My wife and I split the chicken pot pie and it was delicious. Buttery crispy crust was amazing. My son in law got the steak tips and he loved them. That's one of their specialties. read more

Jimmy's Steer House - Chicken pot pie - Steakhouses Near Me - Arlington, Massachusetts

We came here for lunch on the weekend and the place was so packed that we had to park on the street. They have great lunch specials, which is what probably brings in the crowd. We had the prime rib and steak tips. Both we well cooked but it would have been nice if the food came out a little hotter. The restaurant is fairly casual and has a bar on the side. Service was friendly but a little slow. read more

We have always gone back to Jimmy for many years since 2018 and still going! We love steak there, kid-friendly, the restaurant has a lot of seats and is very comfortable like an old American diner style which we like, and the service is excellent. We are another loyal customer! read more

Jimmy's Steer House - Steakhouses Near Me - Arlington, Massachusetts

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I work at a local AL facility, and can I just say, the staff treated us like gold. We ordered everything on the menu for lunch, and it was great, it took a little long, but guess what? Free dessert for all. Love this place, had my first legal drink there 40 years ago, with my Mom! read more

Always a great meal and very fair prices The place never disappoints. My steak was cooked perfectly and the lobster pie was excellent read more

Had a taste for steak tips and Jimmy's was the proper spot. They have their own parking lot, there was empty stools at the bar, and if I was there with more people EVERY SEAT IN THE RESTAURANT IS A BOOTH! Great service at the bar. Teriyaki tip was great. Thousand island dressing may be made in house. It was my first time at Jimmy's but I wish there more evidence of an older Jimmy's. I'm sure the bar top was not marble. Give Jimmy's a try. read more

For decades this restaurant has been the mainstay of Arlington. Generations have enjoyed the food, service and ambience of a hometown "local"! Over the years, servers have become friends. When my mom was suffering from Alzheimer's, Jimmy's was the only place we could go and she was always treated with respect and dignity! #grateful read more

Love the food here, and I often bring takeout to my friend in Arlington who is long-time fan. I am Gluten free and as much as I enjoy a good salad, and Burger-(without a bun???), I would love another Gluten-free option. ...Celiac Family read more

Food as always AMAZING doesn't matter what you get every time it's consistently delicious

We have had many visits here and it's always lovely but today we decided to do a spontaneous visit with a party of 12. I did not think to call ahead to prep them and they managed to set up a comfortable space for our large party quickly. Service was phenomenal, the food was excellent and always and they made a special day even more wonderful. Thank you read more

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Lamb rack , medium rare, came out medium well done. Service fair, rushed. Very comfortable and clean.

so so sooooooo good delicious in my belly nom nom i had wonderful american dish on interesting round bowl

If you want good food in a nice restaurant that is not too fancy but fancy enough to enjoy, then Jimmy's is a must! They have good food at reasonable prices. In their menu you can have chicken, steak, seafood, hamburgers, salads. They offer appetizers and desserts. Drinks are offered as well . I used to enjoy them at the Burlington Mall. So glad they are still around in Arlington, and Saugus. If you never been, you have to try it now. If you have bern one, you will be a regular customer. read more

Apps standard Chix and Shrimp. Odd lamb shank w many bones. Salmon I had was way over cooked, thin and small. Mashed potatoes very good. Waitress happy, competent and present. Too noisy and packed. Too many better places. read more

Excellent food and service! I do however miss the half chicken dinner. The salad with the feta cheese is always a good choice.

Jimmy's has been in Arlington over 45 years and I'm so glad they are still around! We've been coming here for years. This restaurant is a classic, comfortable steakhouse and yes they have other fabulous food as well. Their steaks, chops, prime rib and tips are all super tender and perfectly cooked to order. They offer a large menu of items as well - chicken, seafood dishes, lots of Italian specialties, surf & turf, sandwiches, salads, appetizers, and yummy desserts. All at a very reasonable price point. There's a good size bar with seating as you walk in to the left. A nice wine and beer list with some fun specialty cocktails. Also plenty of parking in their lot next to the restaurant. It's one of our go to places for a great meal, efficient friendly service (recently by Kimberly W) in a relaxing atmosphere! I can't imagine anyone being disappointed. read more

By far the WORST steak I have ever (tried to eat)! I asked the waitress if the kitchen could make it rare+. She assured me they could. she brought back a medium steak. I told her just try medium-rare, and lean toward the rarer side. She brought back a medium steak a second time. I tried to eat it, but it was awful--not just overcooked (I could eat that)--but poor quality flavorless meat! I asked for plain veggies. They twice brought out butter-soaked that were under-cooked. You would be INFINITELY better going to Outback or Longhorn. Honestly, a local diner could make a better steak. ZERO STARS! read more

Hands down the best steak tips I've had in a while! Went here with family before a local show in Arlington at the Regent Theater. Got the steak tips with the special spinach rice and it was out of this world. The bread that comes with dinner is delicious. Ask for more bread and you shall receive. My mom enjoyed the scallops. Very, very good meal. Waitresses were really nice too and attentive. read more

Jimmy's Steer House - Steak tips (teriyaki) with spinach rice - Steakhouses Near Me - Arlington, Massachusetts

I've visited many times....I love this welcoming, consistent,and delicious restaurant. The selections don't change much, but all are very fresh and well cooked comfort food. The mixed drinks are delicious too. The waitstaff are experienced and attentive. The prices, especially at lunch are fair and affordable. the booths are big and allow private conversation. What a local treasure that I hope never changes! Hooray for Jimmy's... read more

We have visited this restaurant many times in the past. Service is excellent. Full bar area adjacent to one side of the restaurant. Food is well prepared and I recommend the steak and seafood items, especially the steak tips. It is a very popular restaurant for families and well behaved children. It can be very busy on Sundays and evenings. Ambiance is casual and prices are moderate for a family restaurant of this type. read more

Excellent food, drinks and atmosphere without breaking the bank. I know Jimmys has been around a long time but that speaks to quality food and excellent service. read more

Let me preference this review by saying with a change in attitude of the staff, this meal could easily have been a 4.5. Arrived this past Saturday night to a packed parking lot, was expecting the worst, pleasantly surprised to have been immediately seated in a comfortable booth. Barely had time to sit, when server came over, "what can I get you to drink," in the way of a greeting....not hello,my name is welcome to Jimmy's...letting you know up front you're being served by someone who'd rather be anywhere else.. We politely asked for a few minutes to review cocktail menu, placed drink and dinner orders. Cocktails arrived,and like any good steakhouse, strong and well prepared. Barely had time to enjoy a sip when salads were brought out. House salads with a yummy blue cheese dressing. Would have appreciated time to enjoy our cocktails first, but..... Had enough time to enjoy less than 1/2 of the salads when the entries arrived...literally 8 minutes after we were initially seated ( note salads and main courses were not brought to the table by the server, she remains her station the whole evening with her back to the table. Did come over once to ask how everything was, literally before we took our first bite!!!After that totally invisible, hiding at the station. Dining companion and I had the stuffed shrimp ( absolutely delicious, cooked perfectly, yummy stuffing, taste of sherry) and prime rib..cooked perfectly, minimal fat, as good as any steakhouse, unfortunately mine was COLD. ( I like the end cut so I imagine it had been sitting out for quite a while) Couldn't send it back, server was MIA. It was still delicious, but could have been SO much better. My baked potato definitely could have been cooked longer, companion had Jimmy's "famous," rice pilaf which definitely loves up to its name and reputation. Come on guys, I've eaten at several of your restaurants, this was the worst service of all, and had the potential of being the best meal. In reviewing the quality of the meat and the preparation, I'm willing to come back and give you a second try...the potential for greatness is really there. Reheated my left over prime rib for lunch, remained juicy and when hot, it was delicious. read more

Everyone loves Jimmy's! There is never a Saturday night when they're not packed, yet they make it work. Good prices, big portions, nice old school feel. The food is generally good. No complaints with the seafood and beef. I've had better Italian, but it's still good for what it is. Very nice family friendly spot. read more

Never had a bad meal at Jimmys. My Go to meal is the teriyaki steak with stuffed shrimp. Always quick service and a lively atmosphere. Been going regularly for years. read more

I used to rank Jimmy's Steer House at 5-Stars, but now, just a decent 4-Star rating. The food is terrific, and the service is very attentive, which is well appreciated (decent tips). But . . . they lost a great waitress (Laurie), with with the true energetic attentiveness to the customers. Those were common 5* ratings from the appreciative customers. And the younger staff could learn. It's gonna be a while for them to catch up. I don't sense the same energy amongst the staff, now that Laurie is away. [V.Good Parking; enough for all the people.] read more

Whoever gives this less than five stars, Should be punished and converted to a vegan. we went there on July 4th. if you've seen my reviews, you know I have had a lot of problems when ordering a steak the way I want, which is rare. so I ordered the prime rib, RARE and it came perfectly done. while I did use a steak knife, I probably could've cut it with a butter knife. It was so tender and tasty with perfect seasoning. . read more

Jimmy's Steer House - The primest of rib - Steakhouses Near Me - Arlington, Massachusetts

We really enjoyed the food. Husband had the prime rib and I had the steak teriyaki tips. Both were quite good. We sat at the bar and the bartender was very pleasant and attentive. Will definitely go back. read more

Food was excellent and good prices I can't say enough as the waitress was so patient with me and we were never rushed

I've been coming here for years. On more than one occasion I've had to send back my steak. This past Sunday September 7, 2025I ordered take out. I ordered the Large Steak Teriyaki Medium Rare (which is usually quite tasty)... What I got when I got home was the most dried out over cooked piece of Leather I have ever had the displeasure of cutting into. It was Terrible! I immediately called the Restaurant and spoke with the manager who graciously told me the next time I ordered they would have me on the list credited for a new meal. That's fine but, I really had had a long day and was looking forward to my dinner that cost around $30 bucks and I didn't have much else in the fridge I wanted to eat. I know good kitchen staff is hard to come by but I really think the cooks who can't properly cook a Steak should be FIRED. I'm writing this because it isn't the first time. If I were sitting at a table it could have been addressed then and there but to send a customer out the door with something that can't be fixed is insufferable. Another comment on this Restaurant is that they don't have any delivery services like Grub Hub or Uber Eats or Door Dash. C'mon this is 2025. Get your S**t together. read more

Great food, amazing service (thanks Sarah!). This place is a jewel that everyone should visit.

Wait line is typically out the door. I suggest getting there 30-60 minutes before you want to eat. It doesn't matter if you get there before 5, you will still wait because the customers are typically elderly. Which I'm guessing is why the prices are so reasonable. So it's a great place to get a meal that's not overpriced. The atmosphere and decor is old and dark. Not very well lit. The staff all seem to be hopping busy and work well together. The food was mediocre but portions were good. It's one of the few places that still serves bread and salad. Our waitress who was a middle aged pretty blonde was not nice. She seemed to have an attitude which she directed towards my 12 year old daughter. She approached our table to take our order with an attitude and nasty tone which made my daughter and me very uncomfortable. My daughter asked me to order for her and this woman didn't appreciate that and directly instructed my daughter to look at her and order for herself. I was infuriated but didn't want to make a scene and make my daughter feel worse. She was already hiding her head in her menu. I simply intervened and ordered for her and tried explaining that my daughter was just shy. This woman could've cared less. She was not pleased with us, and before we could order dessert, she was giving us the check. She couldn't wait to get rid of us. The whole experience was unpleasant. Not sure what her issue was, but I suggest she not try to reprimand other people's kids. Maybe if she came over with a smile and introduced herself and was a bit personable my daughter wouldn't have been intimidated by her. read more

A no-frills old-fashioned steakhouse adorned with burgundy-maroon and dark green-blue hues throughout the interior, Jimmy's Steer House offers everything traditional from what you'd expect from a steakhouse. All patrons get a booth and a coat tree rack. Parking is at an attached adjacent lot, 2-hour street parking or residential parking at your own risk. Combing through the menu, the prices were absolutely on the less expensive side. For appetizers, we ordered the seafood stuffed mushrooms and the crab cakes, where the former imparted a flavorful juiciness but not much seafood flavor came through and the latter had sufficient crab meat but leaned towards the drier side though the sauce somewhat saved it. For entrées, we couldn't avoid the ribeye and filet mignon and we had to say that they were both cooked to perfection - from its crisp crust and unbelievably tender center as your teeth sank through the meat fibers and layers of doneness before your tongue wrapped around it and commenced the satisfactory chew many times over. The ribeye had minimal strips of fat which we liked since that meant more volume for consumption but the filet mignon could've benefited with more salt and would've been that much more explosive. Increasing in size for the filet from 6 oz. to 9 oz. is only $3 - well worth it! Throughout our dining experience, our waiter, Billy, was one of the most professional, calm and patient (and I emphasize PATIENT). That trait made it all the more enjoyable. If you want an affordable steakhouse meal that's not too fancy with great service, look no further than Jimmy's Steer House! read more

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Always a great meal. I take my 87 y.o. mother once a month to her favorite restaurant, Jimmy's. They're always very consistent. Good food, good sized drinks, overall great value. This last visit we had Laurie as our waitress. We've had Laurie before and we get excited when she is our waitress. I feel bad I've never written a review for Jimmy's before, but this classic restaurant deserves a shout out. Great job again and thank you Laurie. See you next month I'm sure. read more

6 of us went to Jimmy's today. I ordered the Teriyaki Steak Tips, baked potato, and salad. Ambiance: it's a nice place. Has been for the 30 years we've been going (no, not every week...lol. maybe a couple of times a year. I meet my cousins there. Service: The waitress was very good. Efficient! Came by enough to be noticed but not enough to be overbearing. Nice job. Food: mezza-mezza. The salad was fine. I found the steak tips were cooked medium but were tough to chew. Honestly, I thought they were re-heated or "chuck steak tips." Whatever they were, they were not sirloin. I was unimpressed with them. I would not buy them again. I've had their steaks before, so I know they can be good. This wasn't. The baked potato was solid. I mean, solid. You know how a well baked potato should be a little soft. If you squeeze it from end to end, the potato should crumble up... not this one. It was hot, but about 80% done. Everyone else at the table said the food was fine, only one (who got chicken) silaid it was really good. Overall, a 3 star. I will go back again, but if this happens again, I may reconsider. read more

Opened in 1973, Jimmy's hasn't changed decor or their menu is over fifty years. This could be a blessing or a curse, depending on whether you like the year 1973. We were thrilled with the chicken and eggplant parm. We were less thrilled by the steak tips and burger. The portions are big FWIW. Expect to pay $30 per person. read more