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    Nineteen 86 Steakhouse

    3.7 (234 reviews)
    Closed 4:00 pm - 10:00 PM
    Updated over 3 months ago

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    Glow S.

    What an incredible dining experience! This restaurant is truly top-notch, and Kenneth, our server, was by far the best we have ever had. Dining isn't just about a meal, it's about the entire experience, and Kenneth exceeded every expectation. His food suggestions were spot-on, and each entrée was absolutely delicious. We came in to celebrate my mom's birthday, and everything from the service to the atmosphere made it so memorable. I ordered a French 75 and a Death & Taxes Smoked cocktail both were outstanding. I will definitely return. If you come in ask for Ken you won't regret it he's part of the dinning experience

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    Kelly D.

    Sat at the bar, Matt was bartending, he was so friendly made a legit perfect lemon drop martini, the manhattan was also excellent. We ordered some poutine fries, crab cake, house meatballs, all the food was amazing, we met the chef he stopped by to say Hi, the whole experience was wonderful. They have a happy hour menu with some deals. My favorite part was the rolling carts of food! Perfect date night spot!

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    I have to be honest here; we've been to nineteen 86 now three times. The first couple times was a long while back and thought give it. Another try and see if it was an alternative to the other restaurant we frequent. It's not going to be on our list! Wait staff was great! The atmosphere was stiff, being its suppose to be not as formal as our formal. Had the prime rib special and were suppose to be 12 oz. ( a bit larger) (NO COMPLAINTS THERE) Tough, cooked properly. Flavor was good! The potato skins were gritty and just were not that exciting! The desert was complimentary and who would complain (it was cold in the center). It was the bread pudding! The Mediterranean Salad wasn't as expected it was a medley of cut vegetables in oil. (No lettuce) The atmosphere was understated. It was a Birthday dinner and they brought a table tent after the seating for Happy Birthday! (Why indicate on the reservation) kind of took away from the event! Okay a bit disjointed with the comments. While not the greatest evening it was quiet and peaceful. (I did share with staff that the bread pudding was cold). I hope you have a great experience!

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    I took Joanna to the Nineteen 86 Steakhouse at the Desert Diamond Casino owned by the Tohono O'odham Nation last night. I had a perfect Caesar salad and the dry aged 22 ounce bone-in ribeye. The steak was tender and delicious. I had the thermador tater skins, which were amazing! Joanna had the 8 ounce Waygu filet, medium rare. Her filet was tender, juicy, delicious and perfect. Joanna loved it! She also had buttered whipped potatoes. Our server, April, was excellent and she patiently answered our questions: "What is dry aged; what does Waygu mean; what is the significance of the name Nineteen 86?" Joanna loved the ambiance, the service and the food.

    Peter F.

    Dining at the Nineteen 86 Steakhouse inside the casino proved to be a perplexing experience--an evening full of inconsistencies that, while not disastrous, left the table unsettled and underwhelmed. Service & Atmosphere The evening began with an unusual lull: nearly ten minutes passed before anyone approached to take drink orders. Bread followed another ten minutes later, though curiously, a basket sized for only two diners was brought to a table of four. A larger basket eventually arrived, but the initial misstep set the tone--minor oversights adding up to a disjointed rhythm. Service throughout the evening was polite but lacked attentiveness, leaving guests to navigate awkward plating mishaps on their own. Starters The French onion soup carried good flavor but missed the depth that comes from a proper wine base; the broth felt thin, and the cheese topper leaned heavy and imbalanced. The lobster bisque arrived blisteringly hot--so much so that tasting it immediately was nearly impossible. While capped with an attractive pastry dome, the excessive heat muted enjoyment. Escargot brought another oddity: the flavors were there, but the breadcrumb-heavy presentation strayed from tradition and distracted more than it delighted. Entrées Steakhouse fundamentals are where one hopes for redemption, yet execution here was mixed. An 18-ounce ribeye arrived unexpectedly bone-in, explained as "the standard presentation," though this wasn't communicated on the menu. The rib cap, a cut typically presented with a signature swirl, was instead plated like a strip steak. Cooked properly to medium-rare and flavorful, yes, but visually at odds with expectations. A far stranger misstep came when king crab legs ordered by another guest were mistakenly plated beneath the ribeye--requiring diners to awkwardly separate surf from turf without staff intervention. Such oversights undermine the polish one expects from a prime steakhouse. Sides The lobster mac & cheese, delivered after entrées were already served, highlighted timing issues in the kitchen. Generous in lobster but hindered by dense, stringy cheese and slightly underdone pasta, the dish felt more clumsy than indulgent. Verdict Nineteen 86 Steakhouse is not without merit--the steaks were cooked correctly, the bread was satisfying, and certain flavors showed promise. Yet the evening was marred by inconsistent pacing, atypical and sometimes confusing presentations, and service lapses that placed the burden on the guests. This is not the worst steakhouse experience by any means, but at this level and setting, expectations are higher. In short: a jerky, uneven dinner service with flashes of quality that never coalesced into a refined whole.

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    Richard I.

    The steak was on point! The service was great and Philip our sever was the best, good jokes, good time, good vibe! Rich So CA

    Shrimp Scampi

    Update (5 years later): Still exceptional. We returned to Nineteen86 Steakhouse on Christmas Day around 5:45 PM as a party of four, and once again, this place absolutely delivered. When we arrived, there was a small hiccup with our OpenTable reservation. It showed three guests on the restaurant end even though we had added a fourth beforehand on OpenTable. Our host explained that the update never reached their system, but she handled it immediately and graciously accommodated all four of us without hesitation. This was impressive on a busy holiday. I wish I had caught the names of our servers because they truly deserve recognition. Our main server and a female server who stepped in midway through our courses worked seamlessly together, very much in tandem. Both were attentive, patient, and incredibly detail-oriented. Water was always available, timing between courses was spot-on, and check-ins felt thoughtful. They were also wonderful about explaining the Christmas set menu, which was new for my daughter, and made her feel completely comfortable asking questions. The food was outstanding. The prime rib was melt-in-your-mouth tender, the maple bacon pecan tart appetizer ( I think that was the name) was rich and delicious, and the cheesecake completely won my daughter over. By the time we finished our meal, we were so full we had to take some home. Even as leftovers, the quality absolutely held up. Re-warmed with the au jus, the prime rib was still incredibly flavorful and tender, which speaks volumes about the care and technique behind the dish. Holidays or special occasions, we happily drive out of Sierra Vista to dine here, and this Christmas visit reminded us exactly why. Consistency like this (in both food and service) is rare. Thank you to the entire team for making our Christmas dinner so special. We'll absolutely be back.

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    Amazing food and service. This steakhouse is fantastic. A little pricey but you do get what you pay for. Excellent.

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    Mouth watering dishes!!! The service is amazing & the ambiance is perfect!!! I can't wait to go again!!

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    Good destination for true PRIME filet Mignon. Thursday special is our day. Upscale dining.

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    Ask the Community - Nineteen 86 Steakhouse

    Can children dine here?

    Most certainly, however there is not a kids menu.

    Are reservations required?

    We made a reservation which were recommended but when we walked in on a Friday night they were taking people on standby who were able to wait in the bar.

    Is Happy Hour at the bar area only?

    Hi Carrie, thank you for your question. Yes, Happy Hour is only allowed at the bar.

    Does restaurant require reservations on the weekend?

    Yes 👍

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