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    Lewnes' Steakhouse

    4.3 (552 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    LEWNES' STEAKHOUSE ATMOSPHERE

    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Intimate
    Classy
    Good for groups

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    Cowboy steak
    Rob C.

    YUM! Let's start there. This steak was so good. This was the first steak that I took my time with. Normally I am of the mindset of let me eat this steak before it cools off. This steak is so good, let me scarf it down. Not this time. As I ate this steak, I often thought... How? How did they get this to be consistently tender? While writing this, I stared at the image of that steak and my mouth watered and I again wondered... How? I was definitely full after eating this and all the other food that came with it which was also very, very good. I don't remember but I'm pretty sure this wasn't our first choice but I'm glad we ended up here. There was something that I missed out on but I forget and this is why you should write your reviews immediately. There was some option that I didn't know existed but by the time I heard the waiter explain it to the table across from us, our food was on the way out so I couldn't change. I was very happy with my meal so it didn't matter too much especially since I can't be upset for something I didn't have. The vibe is a premium steakhouse vibe. They may only have booths and the booths were slightly odd. they were bigger than a 2 person booth but I'm not sure 4 would sit there comfortably. Especially not 4 ppl my size :-). It wasn't noisy at all. We were able to have a decent conversation and not feel like we were straining to be loud enough to hear each other but soft enough that others aren't in our conversation.

    Denise M.

    Sent my parents here to celebrate their 40th wedding anniversary and they were extremely pleased. They said the service was great, the place they sat was very quiet and personal. The food was beyond cooked to perfection!

    Old Fashioned. | Angel's Envy, bitters, orange twist.
    Kris P.

    Lewnes Steakhouse came in class for a dinner celebration. Accommodating due to delays caused by the storm, Schelle met us at the hostess stand with care and welcome. She made sure we arrived fine and parked in a safe space, she quickly checked us in and seated us herself. As others have mentioned, Lewnes's ambiance is cozy, softly lit, and white table classic. We were greeted immediately by our server Jeff. Absolutely friendly, he took our cocktail order, our dinner selections, and made sure everything was to our liking. Truly attentive and outstanding service. My Old Fashioned was made with Angel's Envy. Traditional and tones of caramel sweet. We were served an onion boule with a block of fresh butter and it was a wonderful bridge to our mains. The seafood bisque is so rich, prominent smokiness of the paparika, and the flavors luscious. Not salty and take some of that boule to polish it off. I am particular about my ribeye and Lewnes satisfied in every morsel. Tender melt in your mouth excellent char in the ends. Yes, ratio of butter was on point. Parking is limited in the area, plan ahead. Having had Prime Rib, Born & Raised, Peter Lugers, Old Homestead, and Capa, Lewnes has been added to my tops. Highly recommend.

    Creamed Spinach French Fried Potatoes Lyonnaise Potatoes

    I searched up what the best steakhouse in Maryland is and this place popped up. I did extensive research into the menu before visiting to get the best dishes. I'm not sure if my taste is just different, but the creamed spinach and lyonnaise potatoes were just okay. The French fried potatoes were good, it's a hybrid between a chip and a fry, very unique. The thick cut bacon just tasted like salty ham, however it was still good. The crab balls were DELICIOUS, absolutely packed with meat. All the reviews here are very contrasting, but if you had to get one side, I recommend getting the crab balls. Everything else is honestly not that worth it. For the main entree we chose the tomahawk ribeye medium rare, and it was very rare when it came out, however it was still very smooth and easy to chew. It was only disappointing because the steak was rather cold, and lacked flavor. Do not come to this steakhouse expecting flavor in every dish. It truly just tastes like the ingredients, nothing insane.

    Bread
    Nicolas P.

    This was a very old school-esque steakhouse; dark ambiance, wood paneling, white table cloths. They had a great wine-by-the-glass menu and a massive bottle list. The only downside was both of our steaks were overcooked; mine came medium instead of medium rare and hers came medium well instead of medium. Other than that, everything was perfect. Favorites were definitely the mashed potatoes and our brownie a La mode dessert which was incredibly fudgy and warm. Would love to come back next time we're in Annapolis!

    Half portion (split) wedge salad
    Kati S.

    My husband loves going to Lewnes' for birthdays, for a good steak in Annapolis this is hands down our go to spot. The environment is intimate with small booths in an older building in Eastport, old photos lining the walls, Sinatra and Fred Astaire playing..you know the vibe. You're welcomed with warm bread in the table with a wedge of butter. The past few times we've visited we had a wedge salad to start, it's really great. I know you don't go to a steakhouse for a salad but..just get the salad. We also love the thick bacon appetizer because well it's bacon, what's not to love? This visit we split a tomahawk steak (something obscene like 40oz), chef recommended medium rare "plus" so we opted for that. The sustainably sourced their beef from US farms, they have a write up in the menu highlighting sources like 4H and Future Farmers of America which I thought was great. Our steak was cooked perfectly medium rare: great flavor. Our server perfectly timed our courses and was quick to refill drinks and checked in frequently. Overall just a great, consistent local steakhouse.

    Menu and house bread
    Kendra B.

    The ambiance at Lewnes' is cozy and dark -- it feels like the kind of place where politicians might have once gathered to make backroom deals. Even though it was founded in the '90s, it carries a historic, old-school charm. We started with the salad, which was fresh and flavorful (and surprisingly had potatoes in it!). THE BREAD. WARM AND DELICIOUS. The seafood bisque was also pretty good -- rich, flavorful, and packed with nice chunks of crabmeat. The creamed spinach was a classic, and the potato frites were different but fun -- more like homemade potato chips than typical fries. We were celebrating a birthday and decided to go big with the 40oz tomahawk steak to share. We asked for it medium rare, but it came out a bit too red for our taste. We sent it back -- twice -- and each time the staff was incredibly gracious and professional, never once showing any frustration. Their hospitality really stood out. To drink, I tried the bourbon cocktail called the "Revolver," and it was incredibly smooth -- definitely worth ordering if you're into bourbon. Between the warm service, flavorful food, and some unique touches on classic steakhouse dishes, we'd absolutely return. Great spot for a special occasion or a cozy night out!

    Rachel S.

    Best steakhouse around! Never had a bad meal here, my favorite is the creamed spinach side. Love coming here for date nights!

    Filet, spinach, mashed potatoes, mushrooms
    Tammy J.

    My partner took me for my birthday dinner as it was recommended by friends, & we weren't "blown away" like they were. Warm & intimate vibe within the restaurant, & the staff were very knowledgable & accommodating. Their wine selection was very impressive, but my ding would be for the Old Fashioned that he ordered.. wasn't very good. The steak was cooked perfectly temp wise, but overall was lacking seasoning/flavor. I'll say this though - the steak was literally almost the size of my face LOL! Mashed potatoes were silky smooth, & serving sizes were absolutely enough for two. Overall it was a nice evening, but just okay for us.

    Dessert surprise- for our special occasion!
    Tamryn H.

    If you're a steak lover, this is the place for you! We started with an order of oysters Rockefeller, the jumbo lump crab balls, and half oysters on the shell. The Rockefeller were slightly gritty but overall tasty. The crab balls were delicious- Warm and crispy on the outside.The half oysters were delightfully refreshing! Next we went for the 48oz cowboy ribeye and it was juicy, tender, and seasoned well. The creamed spinach was a surprising highlight for me ( I ate the whole bowl) and the mashed potatoes were creamy and well-salted. The drinks were a little on the stronger side, but they were mixed well. The service was lovely, our waiter was very efficient, and answered all of our questions with ease. Would highly recommend making a reservation! Lewnes is a wonderful place for a special occasion. It's romantic and feels like cozy luxury. It is on the pricier side, but it was well worth every bite! Would definitely come again.

    Grroovy G.

    This review is so long overdue! Lewnes' Steakhouse never misses. I've been coming here for years, and every meal is as flawless as the last. The creamed spinach is rich, the lyonnaise potatoes perfectly crisp, and the sirloin or porterhouse? Tender, juicy, and full of flavor--melts on your tongue every time. The service is always warm and attentive, and the atmosphere--dark, old-fashioned wood that feels like it should be stuffy but isn't--just adds to the charm. Always worth the trip and I look forward every opportunity to go.

    Pan Seared Yellowfin Tuna Steak seasoned to perfection.

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    Ask the Community - Lewnes' Steakhouse

    Please tell me the Bacon Steak isn't gone?! That is my biggest reason for choosing Lewnes!

    Nope! Still there $13

    Is there a dress code... jacket and tie?

    Not when I was there, but I would call to confirm.

    Is there a dessert menu?

    Yes!

    Is there a beer menu at all?

    Yes

    Is there any outside seating available?

    Yes

    Does anyone know if they have kid options?

    Yes

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