Celebrated a U of O graduation for my son here at Kennedy's Steakhouse. We ordered Bone in Ribeye, Filet mignon, and the Seared sablefish. The steaks were cooked to perfection, very juicy and melted in your mouth. The grilled Sablefish had very flaky meat with crispy skin. We started off with soft bread rolls and our sides were hand cut fries, creamed corn, grilled asparagus, and brussel sprouts. All the food was amazing and the restaurant felt high class but homely at the same time. The restaurant had plenty of seating inside, both tables and booth seating. They had a very nice bar area and the staff were incredible, very attentive and personable. If you're ever in the area, come check this place out! Happy Nom Nom! read more

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We had dinner here tonight for our wedding anniversary. We got seated promptly, had a nice card on our table wishing us happy anniversary, we then had a large assortment of bread placed at our table, along with water. However, It took quite a while for our assigned wait person to get to our table, which she explained she had a large assignment. We then ordered our cocktails, which took 15-20 minutes to be delivered. It then took another 15 minutes for our wait person to come and take our food order. My wife ordered the French Onion soup and the pork chop, I ordered the spicy shrimp and the Kennedy Steak. Both of the main dishes tasted fantastic, and were filling! Hint, don't eat too much of the bread at the beginning . Overall the ambiance of the place was nice but a bit pretentious. Our wait person although sweet, and friendly was overwhelmed with her assignment. All told we didn't get our order taken for about 35-40 mins after being seated Given that, we were there for 2 1/2 hours as a result. The wait time we encountered and the steak prices are reasons I rate this place less than 5 stars, in addition to it being a bit pricey. read more

Kennedy's Steakhouse - Pork Chop topped with arugula - Steakhouses Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

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Went here for my 2 year anniversary with my boyfriend! Excellent experience! We had been saving for our anniversary trip so we could spoil ourselves and we definitely felt spoiled. The service was amazing, super fancy and beautiful place. The food was plated very beautifully and tasted amazing! I asked for medium rare and they got it spot on! The mash potatoes were very soft and buttery too! They had a couple different kinds of breads including a pretzel-like bread. Very good, once again! Lovely place if you're looking for a romantic dinner! Just as a cool fun fact, my name is also Kennedy so it felt fitting to go to Kennedy's Steakhouse. read more

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Got seated, ordered, got our food, ate and got the bill and paid it all in 40 minutes. I've never been so rushed before. I ordered the pork chop and beet salad. My son got the 8 ounce filet and french fries and his roommate got the Caesar salad. I have no idea how it tasted because me and my son and his roommate felt very rushed. Our waiter kept asking if we were done and if we needed containers. The hostess took my son's roommate Caesar salad away while he was still eating. We had reservations and they weren't busy. So what gives?!! So I had no idea why they were trying to get rid of us so fast. Note to self, when I want steak in Eugene, I'll find another Steak House and I'll make sure to tell everyone that visits my son and his roommate to go anywhere but Kennedy's. read more

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Visiting from Las Vegas, my husband wanted to take me to a nice dinner. He chose Kennedy's and I'm so glad he did! The ambiance was beautiful and cozy, our waitress Olivia was attentive and kind, and the food was spectacular! I ordered the 14oz Ribeye and my husband ordered the Kennedy steak which is a filet mignon topped with crab and shrimp. The creamed corn was some of the best I've ever had...piping hot, a little cheesy and sweet at the same time. We also ordered a baked potato and the bacon that comes on it is smoky and delicious. Glad we found this classy and impressive steakhouse. read more

Kennedy's Steakhouse - Filet with bernaise sauce, crap and shrimp. - Steakhouses Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

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it was our first time visiting Kennedy's, and we traveled all the way from California we had the most amazing time celebrating our second wedding anniversary. We had a pleasure of having Vera as our server, she was so attentive answered all of our questions and she made such amazing suggestions. not only were we greeted with a happy anniversary personalized card and complementary prosecco , when we sat down Vera made sure to take a Polaroid of me and my husband at dinner. Such an amazing atmosphere and the food was 10 out of 10 as well. I ordered the 8 ounce filet mignon medium rare and it was perfection. My husband ordered the 14 ounce ribeye and we will definitely be returning!! both of the cuts were so tender and seasoned to perfection. The outside had a nice crust with the inside being the perfect medium rare. read more

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5 star all the way! Visiting from out of town and found this when googling "steakhouse near me". My wife and I were so impressed with the food, service, and vibe of this restaurant. My filet was cooked perfect and she said her ribeye was delicious. Also has a nice bar area if you wanted to sit and have a drink before dinner. Our server Olivia was great also. read more

Kennedy's Steakhouse - Kennedy steak, baked potato and creamed corn. All delicious. - Steakhouses Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

I am so disappointed with this place. that being said, it was not all bad! We stared off with the pretzel in the bread basket, that was great, our drinks were good. We ordered ceasar salad , filet mignon, the Kennedy steak, New York steak, asparagus, Mac-n-cheese, the corn, and the lobster mashed potatoes. The salad was really lemony, the lettuce was cut in to big a size, and there were an intense amount of bread crumbs on it (not the greatest but eatable) the filet was great 10/10. The Kennedy steak was to sweet with the sauce on it, on that plate we enjoyed the shrimp the best 6/10. The New York steak was good but unremarkable, 5/10. The asparagus had a woody stock on it, not acceptable for a steak house! 0/10. Mac-n-cheese was okay, nothing special 5/10. The corn my whole family enjoyed, creamy but not drenched is sauce, don't expect it to blow your mind, we enjoy corn 8/10. I also ordered the Lobster mashed potatoes, this was just fraught up bad, it tasted fishy, I bit into a shell and it was just BAD! 0/10 Now we also had the butter cake... that was great 8/10! Not too sweet and a nice warm treat to end a disappointing night on a high note. Some other observations opinions... The restaurant was frizzing cold when we were seated! We had to flag our server down for everything we needed, I stop short of saying she was bad because I think she had 10 or so tables maybe the restaurant is understaffed...??? I thought the restaurant was nice on the inside. I expected a lot more from this steakhouse, I think our experience with our server brought the experience down too... would rather buy a steak and cook it at home... read more

Went in to celebrate my birthday! The food was phenomenal but the service was even better! Sophie was our server & she was fantastic, very friendly & checked in on us....we will definitely be back based on our experience! read more

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This is my second review of Kennedy's in Eugene...and I continue to stand by first review...this is hands down the best steakhouse/steak in Eugene and one of the best in Oregon..I put this place ahead of Ringside located in my home town of Portland. With the exception of one bad visit (been here about 5 times)...the service is usually exceptional. The food is also fantastic..this last visit I had their special which was Waygu filet -- that was one of the top 5 steaks I had ever had (and I eat a lot of steak all across the nation!). The side of mash was amazing and the bread is always so good...the cheesecake for desert was heavenly! If you are in Eugene please give it a try...worth the time!! read more

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We had such a wonderful time here at Kennedy's! The location is great and the restaurant itself is tastefully decorated. We made reservations via OpenTable. Arrived about 5 minutes before our time and were immediately seated. The waitstaff were professional and very friendly. We ordered drinks, an appetizer, steak and two sides. The beef tar tar was amazing and had great flavor. The temperature it was served at was perfect. Steak was phenomenal and had a beautiful crust. For our sides we decided on the asparagus and corn. I like the asparagus but loved the corn! Definitely give this place a try, we were not disappointed and will be back if ever in the area again. 5 stars all around! read more

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Top notch service, outstanding food, knowledgeable staff. The atmosphere is st for an enchanting evening with a special someone.

Wasn't sure what to expect. Last time I was in the building it was a steelhead brewpub, now it's a delightful steakhouse. It was our anniversary and we wanted to try something new. We were greeted and seated quickly (we did have a reservation, which I would suggest). We were greeted at the table by Stacy our server and she was lovely. We ordered the sriracha shrimp appetizer (no photo, sorry) it was delicious. The bread that arrived was a fun mix of things. I ordered a dirty martini and it was prepared table-side by Canyon, who was also super friendly and fun. Our dinner arrived, delivered by Jelani, also a super friendly and fun fellow! The Kennedy's steak is an 8oz fillet mignon Oscar style with crab AND shrimp. It was cooked perfectly and tasted amazing. The beet salad was, by my wife's account, fresh and delicious. Marcos and Alejandro (brothers) kept our waters full and our table neat, both of them were delightful. The restaurant has a nice feel to it, including lights on the table that you can adjust to one of three settings to set the mood the way you like. It isn't cheap, but the food was fresh and fabulous and this may have been one of the friendliest restaurants I've ever visited. We finished the meal with a cheesecake and an Irish coffee... the cheesecake was lucious and the coffee was just right. Excellent experience. We will visit again! read more

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We decided to celebrate our one year wedding anniversary at this popular Eugene steakhouse and it could not have been a better choice. We arrived early and enjoyed a drink at the bar before being seated quickly. We ordered the candied bacon, filet 8 oz, and the bone in filet 10 oz which were cooked to absolute perfection, exactly what you would hope for at a steakhouse. The brussels sprouts and mashed potatoes were equally delicious. Service was flawless and truly a 10/10. Multiple staff members congratulated us on our anniversary and the complimentary touches from the house made us feel extra special. The atmosphere is upscale so dress to impress. Prices are on the higher side but for this level of food and service it is worth every penny. This is exactly what you expect from a proper steakhouse and we will definitely be back. read more

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Wow! I had been letting Kennedy's sit on my list of places to "eventually" try for a while and now that I have I'm sad I waited so long! We came for a date night and enjoyed such a great meal with wonderful service. They make a great dirty martini and my partner enjoyed his drinks too. The bread basket was generous and delicious, the ribeye steak was cooked to perfection even when having it requested to be served sliced, the baked potato was lovely, and the three extra shrimp we ordered on the side were some of the best we've ever had. Dessert was tasty too but the savory courses were what stood out for me. I hope this place succeeds and doesn't change anything! read more

We came to Kennedy's for the first time celebrating a birthday and it is safe to say we made the right choice! Everything we ordered was absolutely delicious. The complimentary bread and butter was so good. The steak melted in your mouth and was seasoned perfectly. Savannah was taking care of us and she was excellent! The staff were so attentive, warm, and welcoming, making sure all our needs were met and our water was never empty. The chef also sent the table a complimentary dessert (cheesecake or butter cake) after hearing we were celebrating a birthday. We chose the cheesecake and it was rich, creamy, and silky smooth. The acoustics of the restaurant were good and the dim lighting made the meal very intimate. When ordering, it is important to note that the steaks are à la carte and the sides are for the table. Kennedy's treats their guests like family and would be a great place to celebrate a special occasion. read more

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I really wanted to like this place. I went for my birthday and my steak was overcooked (medium rare became well done) and the macaroni and cheese I got tasted like it came from a box. When I said something to the waiter, I was told, "Well, I didn't recommend it" - but he didn't _not_ recommend it! The butter cake was overcooked and not good. It was disappointing, especially for the price of the meal. I came back a second time, thinking that maybe it was a fluke because I had sat at the bar. This time, the waitress was very kind, but the steak came out medium well. When you're paying $70+ for a steak and at a restaurant that claims to be a steakhouse, you expect the steak to be cooked right. Twice, months apart? I won't be back. The brussel sprouts were okay. read more

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Went to Kennedy's while in town to visit our son and his wife. We had a 7:30 reservation and everything was ready when we arrived. Our server was Jillian who did a wonderful job throughout the meal. We started with some drinks and a pork belly appetizer. I had a smoky old fashioned and my wife a cosmo. Both were very good. For dinner we ordered 14 ounce rib eyes and a strip. They were cooked perfectly. My wife got hers Pittsburgh style which was the best. My son ordered the 8 ounce filet. We each ordered a side that easily fed all four of us. We ended the meal with the butter cake which was delicious and a great way to end the meal. Everything about Kennedy's was first class. A great family dining experience. read more

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I'm coming back to update my review after a fantastic experience for my spouse's birthday! The drinks came quickly and the food was perfectly paced. My spouse's steak was a little overdone for their liking, the server noticed and immediately handled it by going back for a refire. She then explained that next time my spouse should order their steak blue for the doneness they like. Our server took off the dessert for the trouble, which definitely wasn't necessary but appreciated. All the food was as great as always, but I was especially impressed with our server. read more

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After a long day of fly fishing I wanted a good steak. I go a fabulous rib eye. Perfectly cooked and a tasty green peppercorn sauce. Service was excellent the bartended was on point. Really a great evening. Thank you. read more

I highly recommend this steakhouse. The menu is absolutely amazing. We have received, the best wine we've ever had that the restaurant recommended. We had the iceberg salad that was absolutely delicious, that's sourdough bread, especially made and also very delicious. I had a New York trip with Dungeness crab on top and brussels sprouts with a baked potato. Absolutely amazing all of it. My husband had the quarter house and he loved it. We also had the butter cake. Extremely delicious. Very reasonable Christ. Extremely well organized and friendly staff. I had the steak with Dungeness crab on top with brussels sprouts and baked potatoes. read more

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The service was amazing! The food wasn't good. I've had better steak elsewhere for much cheaper. My filet was tough on the outside and very chewy. Not anything like a filet should be. The bread in the beginning was the best thing we ate. Very disappointed. I'm still on the hunt to find a good steakhouse in Eugene/Springfield. Won't return here. read more

Savanna was our server and she was amazing. There is not one thing I can say badly about the evening. The appatizers, the drinks, the wine, the entree and the dessert were top shelf. If you have someone special in your life or a reason to celebrate you could not do better than this. read more

Kennedy's Steakhouse - Filet - Steakhouses Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

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Wow!! I can't say enough wonderful things about this restaurant! We went for my birthday and it was amazing! As a New York native, I can say the restaurant itself is like a high end NY Steakhouse. There was a nice card on the table when we sat down thanking us for sharing my birthday with them. Staff were sooo friendly! For drinks, I started with a Cherrywood Smoked Old Fashion and Julie went with the Tableside Martini. The drinks went down with some of the best Small Oysters I've ever had (and that's saying something). So fresh and great flavors. For dinner, we went with steaks. I had the Bone-in Ribeye which was perfectly cooked and seasoned. Julie had the Filet Mignon which was also top notch. Aside of Asparagus was another win. We had to leave early to make a show at the Hult and they just rolled with it and sent us on our way with a wrapped butter cake for us to eat later (also amazing). I strongly suggest giving these folks a try for your next special occasion. I know we'll be back! read more

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Wow. Best steak I've had in so long I can't remember. Sophia, our server, was amazing. She was personable, kind, and made the night memorable. There is not a better steak in lane county. read more

My son & I picked out Kennedy's after hearing this was a favorite spot of an excellent Ducks coach. It was an easy walk from Autzen and were happy to get out of the cold. Relaxing supper club vibe. We ordered two smoked Old Fashions that were expertly crafted. Oysters on the half shell were excellent and went well with the complimentary bread basket. We ordered a ribeye(excellent) and the double cut long bone pork chop(phenomenal). Kennedy's is a very close comparison to some of the steak joints I've been to in Vegas, LA and Dallas/FtWorth. Can't wait to return. read more

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Food is great! We had a lovely experience this time! See below, please read the whole review. I'll admit the first time I went to Kennedy steakhouse in March I was very underwhelmed. The food was mediocre for the price back then.... HOWEVER, we decided to try it again because my son LOVED the lobster Mac n cheese. When we went back this time the food was fantastic!!! The fries as an appetizer were SO good! I ordered the long bone pork chop with arugula, and apple slaw, it was TO DIE FOR! Perfectly cooked and the pairing of fruits and veggies was amazing! I also ordered a side of mashed potatoes and shared with my daughter. I've never really been a fan of main dishes not coming with at least one side but I did like that it was easy to share. 2 of my kids split a New York steak and it was the perfect amount of meat, it was cooked perfectly medium rare as ordered. Of course my other son ordered his old stand by of lobster Mac n cheese and loved it just as much. My husband had the seared ahi tuna. It was a lot smaller than we expected for the $$$. We are used to big Hawaii prices but with those prices you usually get a decent amount (I realize that it is easier to come by there). Our server was lovely and the atmosphere is very chic! Our kids are older (teens/ preteen) and well behaved but I don't think I would recommend this for littles. read more

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Went here for a late-night bar valentines date and it was perfect! The service was super friendly and the ambiance was lovely. We had a filet mignon, salmon, and lobster mac & cheese for dinner and we found everything to be delicious. It was our first time here and we will definitely be back! read more

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Eugene finally has a Five Star steakhouse. Kennedy's puts quality and service at the highest level. Dinner here is very very special. We shared a superbly prepared Porterhouse. Delicious. Adding creamed spinach and an order of asparagus our meal was complete. Although we did also include the seared ahi tuna appetizer. Then to top it all off an order of beignets. What a wonderfully memorable evening surrounded by super waiters and staff in a warm most comfortable atmosphere. read more

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An excellent steakhouse dining experience. It is pricey, but the service was top notch. And the steak and sides were excellent. I highly recommend the butter cake for dessert, delicious! read more

Kennedy's Steakhouse - Filet with mashed potato and Brussels sprouts. - Steakhouses Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

Excellent staff; very friendly. Nice atmosphere. Great menu. Salmon dinner was perfect. Butter cake -- superb!

My third time at Kennedy's Steakhouse and I brought out-of-town family for a birthday celebration. Dinner was delicious, the service was excellent & we enjoyed the atmosphere. And because the desserts were so good I decided to post pics of the Crème Brûlée & Butter Cake. Both were outstanding! read more

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Eugene really needed this sophisticated upscale steakhouse. The decor is eye catching upon entering with soft lighting that lends to a very warm ambiance. We ordered the Seafood Tower and the Filet Mignon with Bernaise sauce. The steak was perfect and cooked exactly as requested. Everything was carefully prepared and delicious. The service was top notch and quite literally the very best you can find for this area. The best part: we ordered martinis and we watched as they were made and served right next to our table on a bar cart. A lovely throwback to old Hollywood style of cocktail mixology. The staff proudly share the restaurant is a project of the Urban Restaurant Group and described as a tribute to Chef Kevin Kennedy. read more

Loving this old-school style steakhouse with some modern flair. Fine Dining has come to Eugene - white linens and all! Complimentary Parker House type rolls and pretzel sticks with Kerrygold butter and beautiful sea salt flakes were a welcome treat. Warm, super buttery and delicious!! 5++ stars!! Kennedy's Steak - The star of the show! Excellent quality filet mignon, perfectly prepared jumbo shrimp and Dungeness crab, and an outstanding bearnaise sauce. Highly recommend!!! 5+++++ stars!!!! Butter Lettuce Salad - yaaaassss Point Reyes blue cheese! The fresh butter leaf, smoked bacon and buttermilk ranch dressing were fantastic but that blue cheese. Mmm. 5+++ stars!! Blistered Shishito peppers - Super tasty and slightly spicy from the togarashi (plus that 1 out of 10 peppers lighting your mouth on fire!). I would had liked the lemon aioli punched up a bit more too. Very generous portion for just $8! Love this. 5++ stars! French Onion Soup - my preference would be more depth and sweet and some parm but hubby gave this one 2 thumbs up. 5 stars. Mashed Potatoes - perfect, buttery, clean and classic. 5 stars. Seafood Tower for 2 - 4 small and sweet oysters, 2 perfectly cooked jumbo shrimp, 2 mussels, a 1/4 lb Dungeness crab meat, half a lobster tail. The nicely acidic champagne mignonette, subtle mustard aioli and Horseradish-y cocktail sauce were great although the best part were the tiny Tabasco bottles! 5 stars. We loved our server Laurie and all the wait staff was courteous and attentive. We were so stuffed we lamented missing the dessert course. Butter cake we will be back for you soon!!! read more

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Very nice steakhouse. Low key, Nice ambiance great downtown location. Casual dress. Bread is amazing. Ribeye and creamed corn excellent. Banana tarte for dessert was the BEST! Service was excellent and attentive. Highly recommend! read more

After hearing so many great things about this place, we decided to make a reservation for a fun date night. We were seated right away, and the atmosphere was lovely -- warm, classy, and inviting. A basket of assorted bread with butter arrived while our cocktails were being made, which was a nice touch. We both ordered the Kennedy's Steak -- a filet Oscar-style topped with crab and Béarnaise sauce -- cooked medium-rare. The Basil Gimlet was excellent, and the steaks looked beautiful when they arrived. Unfortunately, that's where things started to go downhill. Our server dropped off the plates and then disappeared. My steak was significantly overcooked, but since no one returned to check on us, I eventually just ate some of it. The asparagus, however, was delicious. We'd saved room for the butter cake, which had come highly recommended. But by the time our server finally reappeared -- as we were finishing -- it was too late to address the steak issue. He asked if everything was cooked correctly after we were nearly done, never offered another round of drinks or after-dinner coffee, and then told us they were out of the butter cake. Overall, the experience fell short of our expectations. The setting and food have so much potential, but the inattentive service really impacted the evening. We left disappointed, especially after all the glowing reviews we'd read and the high hopes we had for a special night out. read more

We move from California to Washington state, and during our move we stop here. The staff made us feel welcome. Now, It's being several time (4) we visit here from Washington (FIfe). I don't mind the travel because the food and service is great. Especially the service, my husband was happy when he is recognized by the bartender. This was the first time our kids came with us and they also love it. The best part is the chefs cook " chiles toreador" for my husband. We felt extra special. read more

Kennedy's Steakhouse - Chilitos toreados special request. - Steakhouses Near Me - Eugene, Oregon

The service at Kennedy's was amazing. The food not so much. It wasn't horrible at all. But it was ordinary. I had a rib eye steak and honestly the one I cook at home is better. I expect very good food at the prices they have. Twenty years ago I had a rib eye steak at a steak house in Scottsdale Arizona. It was the best steak I had ever had and I still talk about it 20 years later. I expect that kind of food at the prices they charge at kennedy's. read more

I have lived In Eugene for a total of 25 years and I can say without a doubt Kennedy Steakhouse was the best meal I've ever had at a restaurant in town. Celebrated my anniversary here and we were met with second to none hospitality. Marking that this dinner was an anniversary meal on the reservation let them know and it felt like they were just as excited for our day and were genuinely happy to be ones we went to, to celebrate. Ambiance is great and there is good spacing between tables. Never felt uncomfortable or crowded, just a great private dinner. We had Kris as our server and he was fantastic. Gave recommendations but wasn't pushy about anything. We went with nearly every recommendation he had and it was all incredible. Both steaks were cooked flawlessly, the candied pork belly was unbelievable. We also had the beat salad, mashed potatoes, baked potato and Brussels sprouts. I am running out of words to describe the meal but it was truly unbelievable. We had also ordered the smoked old fashion which was fanatic, and the martini which was made table side to how my wife wanted it. I am not a sweets guy but we had to give the butter cake a try and even I couldn't put the spoon down. I could go on and on, but next time you have a special meal to plan, do yourself a favor and book a table at Kennedys Steakhouse (book in advance) read more

One of the nicer restaurants in Eugene if you are willing to pay. Their cocktails and steak were amazing. Highly recommend the lavender gin cocktail and the Kennedy Steak. Be prepared to drop some $$$. Great ambience and staff. Perfect for a special night out. read more