I've visited Sweetwater Chophouse a number of times for a variety of events and the food has always…read morebeen delicious and the service has always been very friendly. In the past, I've had their catered food for a private business meeting, a holiday lunch with coworkers, a family dinner, and lunch with a friend and everything has been perfect. The dining room is nicely decorated, the views of the golf course are beautiful, and it feels like a more fancy environment that is still comfortable. I live more than an hour's drive from Defiance or I would visit more frequently.

Jess in the bar handles a full bar rail with grace. Precision, and consistent excellent customer…read moreservice...appreciate her and the excellent food

Excellent Service, the staff is always spot on -the food is always incredible. Well worth the price.read more

This was my second visit to The Standard, this time for an early Holiday meal. We had reservations…read morefor two and were promptly seated in a booth as requested. I hadn't realized before that there is a large room to the right of the bar area. We were there for a somewhat early dinner at 6pm on a Saturday and the place was bustling! Definitely make a reservation. (I used Open Table online two or three weeks in advance and it was very easy.) We were greeted shortly after being seated and our server advised us of the special entrees after taking our drink orders. We decided to split the roasted beet salad which also came with herbed goat cheese. Our server brought the salad on two plates- already divided. The salad was absolutely amazing!! I am seriously still craving it and the portion was so large that I couldn't even finish my half. Our server promptly boxed it up before our entrees were served. For the main course, I ordered one of the specials- scallops with rice sauteed with spinach. My friend had pork roast with carrots, which was a large portion - no complaints and she took home leftovers for another meal. I'll speak to my scallops... They were perfectly prepared, but there were only three scallops and a plentiful serving of rice and spinach. I love spinach and this side was very well seasoned. It didn't take long to eat the three scallops and the spinach pieces in the rice. I definitely enjoyed my meal, but wished for even one more scallop. Since my entree was a special that was verbally announced, I didn't know the price until I saw the bill. While it was delicious, I found the $41 charge a bit steep. The Standard is exceptional in almost every way- service was impeccable, amazing food, lovely ambiance- but be prepared for a pricey evening. My friend and I had a very enjoyable time and I definitely recommend this restaurant. I will say, however, that it can be difficult to talk because it is so busy. That said, it's popular for a reason! Check out the photos below for a virtual experience.

This place is so worth it. The atmosphere, the food, the service were all exceptional. This would…read morebe a great place for a very romantic dinner or just a nice dinner with great friends. I was told that at the Christmas, they really go all out with the decorations. This is an absolute must if you are ever in Toledo, Ohio.

Waiter and manager lied to us multiple times …read more...... I will never eat here again. The price I paid for this meal Everything should've been perfect. Me my wife and 2 of are friends went to dinner here last night and 3 of us ordered the loaded baked potato... 45 minutes after we order our waiter comes out and tells us they are out of baked potato. And that's fine. We went with the fries. The problem is 20 minutes later the table behind us had 8 baked potatoes delivered to their table when our waitress comes back, we questioned the waitress about that because she just told us they were out of baked potatoes and standing at the table next to us was the manager the waiter proceeded to tell us they are out now and the manager turns around and says the oven stopped working at the same time ......... so which is it ?????? Why lie about something like that why not just say we forgot to put that on the order or whatever might of happened.. and then the manager tells us we will get you baked potatoes out asap another 20 minutes go by the waiter comes back and says we're just gonna take the baked potato off your bill. We're out of baked potatoes lol like we haven't heard that light tonight already !!!!we get our bill and of course the baked potatoes is not taking off our bill because it's included in the meal !!!!! So multiple lies from the manager and waiter. we paid over $500 between the four of us we will never eat here again ..... This is by far the worst experience I've ever had in a restaurant.

Serving deliciousness since 1961,,, Steaks…read more Fish Ribs Pasta Desserts Drinks Family get together Team bonding Just a quick bite on the way home!

We LOVE Bill's!! We…read morehave been here several times and most recently came here for my son's birthday request! We travel about 45 mins to get to Bill's but what a fun experience! Bill's is very much out in the middle of nowhere land! ;) It's not at all a "fancy" establishment but does what they do VERY well! Bill's has a sweet family feel, with booths and tables scattered about multiple rooms. We ordered multiple steaks, including the XXL porterhouse, ribeye, and filet! Everyone commented on how tasty their steaks were! My filet was perfection! So tender and cooked just how I asked! The sides are basic but delicious! The only thing we didn't care for were the mashed potatoes with gravy. We also had an order of chicken fingers with the brew-city fries, YUM! And a side of the walleye, fried. Also delicious! My ONLY "complaint" and it's not even a complaint, just something I wish was different... they no longer serve bread/rolls! I asked the waitress about this, as we haven't been to Bills in a few years, she said they ended their bread service after the pandemic, to keep costs low. :( Good bread feels like a staple to a steakhouse, but even without it we will most certainly still be back! The drink menu brings great selection! Our cocktail was great as well as a craft beer! We've always had top notch service here! Very kind! Very attentive! Very helpful if you have questions or concerns! They had people constantly checking for clean up needs! Looking for a great, fresh steak experience? (Plus so many other great options!) Give Bill's a try! Enjoy a lovely car-ride with country scenery and a delicious meal, all in one! :)

Service and vibe is great. I think it's the nicest restaurant in town. The menu is inventive and…read moreinteresting. There were a few items I wanted to try. I landed on the ribeye special of the day. Dry-aged 10oz with mushrooms and two sides. Bread is delicious as well as the honey mustard salad dressing they make in-house. What wasn't amazing was the steak. Dry-aged doesn't mean the steak in the back of the cooler that got dried out. It was so tough it was hard to cut and unable to chew. The waitress just kept saying oh no and it took her a minute of watching me hit the steak with my fork and it not giving at all. At medium rare, it was ridiculously hard with the ends dried out. It was cooked perfectly but dry aging breaks down muscle fibers and removes moisture for a nutty funky flavor. This one was a miss. There was nothing tender about it. She replaced it was chicken Marsala. I already had my sides so it was just a chicken breast on a big plate with a mushroom gravy. They forget the cream. The chicken was cheap chicken breast that has that funky texture like it's raw but it is clearly fully cooked. Chicken was flavorless. Sauce was good but could have been better with some cream. In laws we're treating us so I didn't send this one back too. They love this place and wanted to bring us here. We went early on a Saturday about 5pm. It was getting very busy as we left. Burgers are excellent, I hear.

Phenomenal food. Wonderful service, VERY attentive. My dad and I got lunch/dinner at 3:30pm so it…read morewas pretty empty. A bit more on the expensive side, but if your looking for a nice meal, this is the place. Our waitress was fantastic. I drink a lot of water and she came over and refilled my cup every few minutes. And she was very kind and welcoming. Our food came out quickly and was just absolutely delicious. I got the Honey Ginger Mahi Mahi and a side of the chef's soup of the day (which I think was steak and potato soup or something of that sort) and sweet potato fries. My dad got a 12 oz NY strip with house salad and mashed potatoes. 10 out of 10 all around. Wonderful

Excellent service, cocktails and food. My husband and I shared a salad and a sandwich - both were…read moresplit in half back in the kitchen which was greatly appreciated and less work for the consumer! They make an excellent old fashioned and for desert we had the bananas foster...yummy! This is a hidden gem of Toledo! We will be back.

Good food and fair price. We got takeout and had no problems and enjoyed a nice meal at homeread more

What a delightful and FUN evening!…read more First time at this steakhouse. It was a party of four celebrating my birthday. As soon as we approached the front of the restaurant, I immediately felt like living back in Chicago. As we stepped inside and I took a look around, it hit me. Walking into this steakhouse feels like stepping into a vintage Chicago steakhouse/speakeasy. The doors open to the faint, unmistakable scent of charcoal-seared prime beef, aged bourbon, and pipe tobacco. Dim, moody lighting glints off polished brass fixtures and Art Deco geometric paneling, setting an atmosphere of unmistakable luxury. It wowed me. It has been a full year since I experienced this. This steakhouse is the pinnacle of indulgent dining, characterized by impeccable hospitality, expertly crafted dishes, and an atmosphere of refined luxury. It seamlessly blends the finest cuts of premium, dry-aged beef with white-tablecloth elegance and a sophisticated, but fun ambiance. Interiors feature dark wood paneling, rich leathers, brass accents, and low, warm lighting to create an intimate and timeless setting. White-Glove Service: The waitstaff are highly trained professionals who anticipate your every need. Tables feature crisp linen, heavy silverware, and polished glasses. The Bar: The focal point of the room is often an expansive, classic bar featuring a world-class cocktail program. Signature drinks include bone-dry martinis and perfectly balanced Old Fashioneds. Reminiscent of a top-tier Chicago steakhouse! The menu selection is fantastic, and the staff is wonderfully synchronized with a keen eye for the little details. Everyone at our table was wowed and completely satisfied. The lower level cigar lounge had tremendous atmosphere and it was the perfect way to finish the night. Highly recommended you try this place. Let me tell you a bit more about La Dolce Vita & Cigar Lounge. This cigar lounge is an adjoining gourmet dessert and cigar lounge. It allows you to wrap up your evening with fine wines, single malt scotches, and hand-rolled cigars, even featuring elaborate, over-the-top desserts like their molten "Candy Bar Bomb". I will write another review soon because we will be back. I will also update the review and share all the great food and all the appetizers drinks and desserts that we had on my awesome birthday dinner! So stay tuned ;) ALSO I want to give kudos to the gal that deboned my Dover Sole, after dinner we headed down to the cigar lounge and she asked me how was my meal and she was very polite and professional it made me smile that she took the time to confirm how I felt about the Dover Sole. The details added up throughout the evening.

Lisa made our graduation celebration very memorable for our family. Congrats on the wonderful hire…read moreand the food and as exceptional...a true culinary expert. Service was impeccable.

Drove from Columbus to meet a friend for dinner. Looked at different places to meet and thought…read moreTrotters looked good. Could not have picked a better place. Amy greeted us with a great smile and a friendly attitude. By the time we left 90-minutes later we acted like old friends. We started with the Scotch eggs (after some alcohol). Really tasty with a crunchy exterior and flavorful sausage inside. Then two of us got the Irish egg rolls, one got a burger and one got a Reuben. The egg rolls were just the right amount for a dinner. Crunchy crust that held together with a nice filling. We kept stealing fries from one friend because they were so good. Amy kept our drinks filled, kept us laughing with her comments and really made us feel welcome. Place has a friendly neighborhood vibe working. Felt great. Make this a regular stop if you are in the area, you won't be disappointed.

The food, prices, service from Ainsley and the ambience all were amazing!!! We both had the Philly…read moreCheesesteak Sandwiches...OH MY GOODNESS!!! The bun was soft, the meat perfectly seasoned, the fries and chips were delicious! Definitely give them a chance!

Shorty's Steakhouse (Garrett, Indiana) - looking for a unique steakhouse, not too far outside Fort…read moreWayne? Shorty's is one of the Salvatori's Restaurant Group offerings that is located on Main Street in Garrett. Head north on 327 to the downtown area. Shorty's is set in a small and older building located on the east side of the road. You will need to park on the street - which isn't an issue in Garrett. As I said... Shorty's is a smaller venue. The building holds about 10 people at the bar and 90 inside dinners. The outdoor patio appears to seat about 50 people. Shorty's is always busy - especially on Friday/Saturday nights. So, make a reservation via their website. The larger side room can hold bigger groups of 8-14 people. Otherwise you are limited to a table of four. Upon entering the restaurant you will quickly encounter the host stand right at the door. There is no real foyer area to wait for your table. You may feel uncomfortably close to a stranger if things are backed up. The bar area is one of the first things you see. Legend has it that this bar was relocated from a Chicago area business who had it installed in around the time the 1893 World's Fair was in Chicago. The bar wood work, design and finishing are gorgeous! Very inviting. The older part of restaurant retains the decor of the old building - attractive dark wood interiors/fixtures, green plaster ceilings and hardwood floors. All are very comfortable and welcoming. The host and service team were very friendly and helpful. There was plenty of help to hustle drink orders, refills and follow up. The kitchen is very small. Food orders may take a bit of time when they are busy. So be prepared to relax, enjoy a bar drink, converse and admire the renovations. Shorty's has a decent variety to offer on their smaller food and drink menus. They are more than just steaks. In general, most items are a bit pricey...but probably normal for most area steakhouses. Here is a run down of the food we ordered: -Table Bread: nothing to special; white bread roll with a firm exterior and soft inside with basic butter; tasted like it was freshly baked -House Salad: nice sized salad with a fresh taste and ingredients; several side vegetables and cheese to dress up/accent the salad; the honey mustard dressing tasted familiar - probably not made in house -Crab Cakes: my wife loved her crab cakes; tender, full of crab and seafood tastes; nicely grilled exterior -Prime Rib & Baked Potato: delicious taste, tender and smaller amounts of fat; my medium rare request seemed to be more medium as I didn't see much pink coloring; the real horseradish lacked the usual bold kick that I except. The potato was baked perfectly and accented with the usual dollops of smooth butter and sour cream. Good steakhouse choice. Overall, Shorty's offers good food & drink selections in a unique setting. Remember, Shorty's is a very popular place and fills up quickly. Therefore, plan ahead and make a reservation. Shorty's is definitely worth a trip to Garrett to give them a try.

First time to Shortys and everything was stellar!!! Great price point, nice environment, friendly…read moreservice. We made reservations for a busy Friday night and we are very pleased. Good came out quickly and it was all so delicious. The tuna tartare special was fantastic! Might be one of the best tuna dishes I've ever had. The prime rib was flavorful and the horsey sauce good. We will definitely be back.

Sullivans was so good we went back for dinner after eating there at lunch! We tried a pasta dish,…read morethe French onion soup, the Reuben, and a steak... and a twist on their brownie/ice cream dessert! Everything was great! (I'm normally a 4 star reviewer unless the place knocks me out of my shoes, and this one did...TWICE!) We really enjoyed the waitstaff there as well. Everything there was really good. The atmosphere was very upscale/classy... but not stuffy! Definitely a great option!!

Update to my below review!! The below review was prior to me realizing that I had forgotten my…read moredebit card at Sullivan's the next day. Unfortunately they were closed on Sunday so I had to call into my bank and cancel my card. While reviewing the transactions, I realized the amount they had authorized to my card was $10 more than our bill+tip. I used to be a server and worked at a bank so I know how authorizations work so I patiently waited until it cleared. My worst fears were confirmed! Not only did she not return my debit card after payment, apparently she was upset with her 12% tip and added a 1 to my tip to make it +$10! I called pretty upset on Monday afternoon and talked to a manager named Collin who seemed to not care about the issue. No apologies, only to promise to talk to the owner to see if they could do something for me since I lived out of state. I waited until Friday to call them back and was told by the hostess that Natalie would be calling me back later as she was on a call. She did call back about 1 1/2 hours later and said she had already refunded my card for the $10 and that she had looked at the receipt and it appeared I had issues writing with the pen so she could see how the server (Caitlyn) could have thought the tip was $16. 25! I let her know I had no issues with the pen and anything other than my 6.25 on the receipt was added by her server. I told her I was worried for all of the other tables where she had given bad service to and she had done the same thing. She said the server already gave the store back the $10 and apologized for the confusion. Sorry, there was no confusion here! I do truly appreciate Natalie with apologizing for the issue and refunding the money but I would never go to this place and if you do, I would make sure your server wasn't named Natalie. I changed my rating from a 4 to a 1 due to this fiasco. This one was hard to rate. Wish Yelp let me do somewhere around 3.5-3.8. What was good? We walked in and only had to wait about 10 minutes on a Saturday night the weekend of Mother's Day. Our server started off really bad. Didn't introduce herself and she started talking when we weren't even looking at her not realizing she had made it to the table. Her service didn't get much better from there. No mention of the specials. No offer of adult beverages. Bad. Just... What do you want to drink? I used to be a server so I know what they are told to do. We started off with cheese curds and they were pretty good. A little burnt tasting which it felt like was due to older oil that they were fried in. Other than that, they were pretty good. My wife got the Balsamic Chicken Breasts and she absolutely loved hers! She took half of it home so it felt like a pretty good value. I got the Sully Burger and had high hopes. It was good, don't get me wrong. But was it amazing? Nah. The burger was completely overdone and dry. Also didn't love the fried potatoes on it as much as I thought I would. Unfortunately, I was most excited about the horseradish sauce on the burger and it was non-existent. But... All this being said, it was a good burger. Not great. The ambiance of the place was pretty cool and we did really enjoy ourself. So.. I rated it on here at a 4 but probably not quite that good considering the horrible service. She also took forever to come check on us and bring us our check. Probably 20 minutes once we were done (and 20 min after we told her we were done!)