This is a quiet elegant place where you can have a superb meal, outstanding service and an impressive wine list. I was surprised to find it as full as it was on a Monday night. Salads are perfect. My husband ordered thick bacon as an appetizer, shades of Peter Luger, but so much better. Our steaks au poivre were perfect as was our dessert. It has a men's club vibe but is not pretentious. You can wear jeans and feel comfortable and at home. It's my favorite steak house in the city. Perhaps it's that they use an iron skillet to char the meat. read more

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My friend and I made a reservation for a weekday evening. Most of the restaurant was empty around the time we came, and the servers were attentive to our orders and needs. Buttermilk Fried Calamari: This was a crispy dish that came with two delicious side sauces. The portion size was decent for its price and good starting appetizer! Broccolini: I enjoyed the seasoning of these vegetables with crispy toppings. New York Steak Dried Age: I loved the juiciness of this cut, and it was well-seasoned. New York Pepper Steak Au Poivre: This was unfortunately too peppery for my taste. While I could appreciate the quality of the meat, the pepper was seasoning was too strong and the only thing I could taste. read more

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Saturdate well spent here . We started with their grilled octopus which was very tasty, flavor just exploded in my mouth and the octopus was very tender We shared the 45oz tomahawk and had a side of broccolini and potato au gratin, perfect portion for two people A nice bottle of red wine to pair nicely. For dessert we had the cheese cake . Our service was excellent!! He was very nice, attentive and friendly, even the hostess was very polite and offered to check in my coat. Beautiful atmosphere, very cozy and comfortable black leather chairs. Parking could be a challenge but there is a paid car garage next door . Highly recommended! read more

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We had a great anniversary dinner at Osso. Daniel was our server and he was super friendly and attentive. We shared the house bread, tomahawk steak, broccolini, and chocolate hazelnut crunch cake. All delicious. Everything is à la carte so it can add up to a pretty penny but worth it if you're celebrating a special occasion. read more

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Such an amazing experience we had at OSSO Steakhouse on Friday night after traveling to San Francisco to celebrate our wedding anniversary. Wow walking into the restaurant I felt like I was transported to the Deco era. The service was impeccable and so attentive. We ordered the dry aged ribeye that was made perfectly with a baked potato with all the fixings. We also had the Cesar salad and broccolini bit so good! They brought out 2 glasses of champagne to help us celebrate and that was so thoughtful! The restaurant is so well decorated and fabulous. I definitely recommend this restaurant I know you won't disappointed! read more

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Food was ok but not great for the price. I got a thick filet mignon and asked for medium rare, but they gave me mostly rare and bloody. The creamed spinach was too watery and the mashed potatoes had a layer of oil on top. Broccolini was very good. The crème brûlée was slightly overcooked. Also the bathroom was very old and very dirty, and you have to go down these old creaky elevators and step over a bunch of dirty towels where the roof was leaking to get to them. Also a bit dark, no one around, and scary. Not what you'd expect from a "fine dining" establishment. The service was great, though. Ambiance was nice in the restaurant, just don't go to the bathrooms. read more

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the best steak. never fails !! and amazing customer service. staff is so nice great drinks and happy hour prices. i recommend steak frites and the drink Lucy Blossom read more

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Love the burgers and steaks. Prices are high but they give you a lot of food and it's top-quality in an upscale setting and location (the bottom of a Nob Hill condominium next to the Masonic, so it's good to see a show at.) Fries are very good and steaks are juicy. Best burger in SF IMO and it's 2 meals! I love the art deco theme. There's an excellent happy hour at the bar or in the lounge from 5-6pm daily. $8 cocktails and drinks and also steak frites or sandwich for under $30! Service is excellent. I love Eddie and Riley at the bar! I come back and I bring friends. More people should go to Osso for date night, special occasions, a night cap, before or after shows, or just because! read more

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I'm a sucker for a steakhouse. Osso delivered. The ambience is quite nice, albeit with a little bit of a "hip" edge as steakhouses go (mainly due to the stylish lighting on the sides of some of the booths). The service was excellent, as far as being attentive and friendly. My New York strip was delicious. The broccolini and French fries are both great sides. My son got a wedge salad, and the bacon in it looked amazing; very thick pieces. The reason I'm giving a 4 rating instead of a 5 is that the drinks, as well as the food, took a very long time to come out. I don't blame them; they were quite busy and were nice enough to accommodate our party of eight without a reservation. Additionally, one member of our party didn't get his steak with the rest of us. It seems to have been left out by accident, and so they had to rush it out. The restroom is downstairs and you must hop on an elevator to get to it. This isn't a plus, but it wasn't a big deal. read more

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Such excellent service from the moment you walk in the door. Staff were very attentive making sure we were satisfied with our seat. Our server Nico was kind and with us the whole way making sure everything was to our liking down to the temp of our tomahawk steak, which was cooked perfectly medium rare. A manager even checked in with us and chatted about our wine selection, which was nice to get that kind of attention. Dessert was divine, the crème brûlée perfectly silky and not too sweet. The cheesecake the perfect balance of tart and sweet with a light crust. Excellently done. read more

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Our party of four visited for dinner and was greeted with a very warm welcome. We were seated immediately and offered water, and our server took our drink orders right away. However, we did wait quite a while for those drinks to arrive. While the food came out in a reasonable amount of time, the quality was disappointing. I ordered the lobster tail, which was small, rubbery and overcooked. My husband's pork was also overcooked, dry, and so greasy that you could taste the frying oil. Our friends ordered a filet mignon medium-rare, but it arrived overcooked as well. Even the sides were a letdown; the baked potato and potatoes au gratin were incredibly heavy and thick--the au gratin lacked the balance you'd expect from such a dish. Given the high price point, the quality just wasn't there. To make matters worse, I ended the night with an upset stomach. Unfortunately, we won't be returning. read more

Ambiance - interesting table setup. There were a number of booths (reminiscent of a diner). I went with a group of 4 people for dinner. The restaurant was mostly empty yet we were crammed into a relatively small booth. We saw larger tables and were genuinely surprised our server placed us at the smaller table. The table height was a bit high in comparison to the very plush seats. In other words, seating was a bit awkward. Service Our sever was a bit pushy starting us off with cocktails instead of the wine we wanted. Otherwise he and the bus boys were very nice. Food We ordered a lot of food, including a tomahawk steak for the table. We asked for medium minus or medium rare plus (we were told they couldn't do that) and we received medium well much to everyone's dismay. There was sizable about of grizzle too, which was disappointing. It was OK. The au poivre sauce was very salty. The other sides were decadent and good. Everything was good, but nothing special about the meal. Overall It was an OK dinner. I am sure there are other options with a more reasonable price point in the area. read more

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I've been here a couple times and it's such a special place. The happy hour is wonderful from 5-6 daily. Yesterday I got the steak frites and sat in the bar lounge area. The first time I was here I got the filet and shared the cheese bread with friends. The interior is such a dream and the staff is warm and attentive. read more

Osso Steakhouse - Steak frites and an extra dirty Tito's martini - Steakhouses Near Me - San Francisco, California

Visited this place while visiting San Francisco and so glad I did! They made our anniversary night fantastic! I had the Cesar salad to star and halved it with my guest and it was perfect and overall good salad. Then on to the main course that was the 24 dry aged ribeye which was cooked perfectly to medium rare and had fantastic flavor. You could taste aged beef and that's a great flavor profile that I truly enjoy. The sides were great and the baked potato with large chunks of bacon was good and the best side was the broccolini. It had this tangy, crunchy and somewhat a bit of seasoning or spice that made it burst with flavor in my mouth! The ambiance is unique with the art deco theme and really sets you back to years of old. This was a five star experience. I was going to knock it a star but decided not to for the fact that I had a 24 ribeye and I cook good quality ribeyes all the time and this one had quite a bit of fat on it. II had to guess, probably an easy 4 oz of fat for sure. Overall the flavor of the steak and sides along with the great service settled it at 5 stars and will certainly be back! read more

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I'm kind or disappointed tbh. I was really looking forward to the meal here. Starters were good (octopus salad was great) and the service was very nice. The lamb chops were okay, but only two rib chops so it didn't feel like a full portion. It came with grilled cabbage but much of it was burned, not charred but burned to the point of being inedible. Pepper steak was okay. They charge for bread service, which is crazy. It was just a normal loaf of bread. Maybe they make it in-house, but paying for bread and regular butter seems really out of touch at such an expensive place. We spent almost $300 pp (two bottles of wine) and at that price, I really expect a superior meal. This was not. I won't return, even if someone else is paying. read more

It's a shame its taken me so long to write this review! Old school vibes without being dated if that makes sense! Beautiful, classic place with incredibly friendly service! I need to come back and try the food, but the bar was amazing. Maddie got us right for the whole evening. She is a sorcereress behind that bar! Yall better go see about her! read more

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The food was disappointing where it used to be excellent. Over salted, my chicken Pot Pie had undercooked vegetables, a chunk of bone , strands of something chewy that I put aside . The chicken was shredded, it should be chunks. I ordered the Petite Filet au Poivre sauce , the amount of sauce was so small I didn't know it was even there . Service and ambience was excellent. I wonder if they got a new chef since a few years ago when I ate there . Won't eat here again . read more

From the start to finish this place is not only a beautiful elegant experience but the food is incredibly delicious! The servers and floor staff were helpful with recommendations, friendly and welcoming! The food choices were once again, incredible! Looking forward to my next visit! read more

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"Charles C." writes: The cabana booths were part of the restaurant for many years, but as part of our recent renovation we reconfigured that area to address needed repairs, ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ What repairs? You cannot make them without wrecking a signature feature of the restaurant? "Charles C." writes: improve flow throughout the dining room, ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Huh? The cabana tables were at the back of the restaurant and in no way impeded the flow. "Charles C." writes: and create additional space for larger parties. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ The ginormous south room was not enough? I suppose that in today's "New Order", every half-shekel needs to be gleaned. How many places were lost through this "Charles C." writes: While those booths are no longer there, Osso still offers 17 other booth seating options throughout the restaurant, ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ The tables are technically booths, I suppose, but offer no more privacy than a Queens diner. Google writes/wrote: "The semi-private, 1940s Art Deco "cabana" tables at Osso Steakhouse in San Francisco's Nob Hill are highly coveted seating options. Nestled at 1177 California St, these elevated, booth-style tables offer a secluded and romantic dining environment while allowing you to take in the bustling atmosphere of the restaurant and the street." Oops. "Charles C." writes: along with our semi-private wine room ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Very nice, but only for larger groups. Four to six people? Not likely to be seated. "Charles C." writes: and other intimate dining spaces. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Where? "Charles C." writes: We appreciate your support over the years and hope you'll consider joining us again in the future. ¯\_(ツ)_/¯ Not likely. Dead golden geese do not lay eggs. read more

Food and Service were great. I would however not recommend coming here on a warm day. I was literally sweating while eating my meal, unable to enjoy it as they have no air conditioning. read more

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SF birthday weekend with my two best friends, first dinner was at Osso.... Pros: super friendly service. From the moment we arrived to the time we left, everyone we interacted with was great. The cheese bread was quite delicious, a nice combination of moist garlicky bread on the inside, piping hot crunchy cheesy bread on the outside (mmmmm!). The potatoes au gratin and the crab cake also had great flavor. For dessert we ordered the crunch cake, can't go wrong with the chocolate and hazelnut combination. Lastly, they gave us 3 glasses of champagne to celebrate our birthdays which was a nice touch! Cons: this is a steak house first and foremost and our dry age ribeye was one of our least favorite things about the meal (also the most expensive part too!) both friends thought the streak could use more seasoning (i.e. salt.) The bathroom, it's a little secluded. You take the elevator down and then it's straight ahead once the door opens. It was a little scary, especially if you make the trek solo! Given the ambience of Osso, I was expecting them to clean the table with the little blade, as they traditionally do at fine steakhouses. This wasn't done, so we had lots of little crumbs or pieces of food. The mess was totally on us, but it was something that I noticed as far as room for improvement. Oh, they also charge for regular bread ($5), it's an old timey steakhouse, bread should be complimentary! One friend said it was smart marketing- if you're going to pay for bread, may as well get the cheesy one that is $9 more! I don't know, bugs me when you're paying so much for a meal (our meal was over $300!) I feel it's very nickel and dimming... not cool. We did enjoy many aspects of our meal and experience, but because the steak was what we enjoyed least, my friends and I all felt "3" was the appropriate overall rating. read more

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Very kind staff, wonderful ambiance. Somewhat hidden restraunt. I had the New York strip and It was amazing!

Hands down one of the better steakhouses I've dined out. The hubby can grill up a mean steak, so we don't often opt to visit steakhouses, but it was a special weekend, so we decided to try a new place. I had researched so many dif steakhouses and narrowed it down to this one which was by all means, the best choice. It was July 4th weekend so it wasn't too crowded and getting a reservation was easy but my guess is on a regular weekend, it's gotta be pretty crowded. What I liked about this place was that it had the old skool vibe with a modern touch. Keeping it short and sweet......food was delicious from apps, salads, mains to dessert. We dined with a foodie friend and her problem is that dessert is never good enough (she bakes so I can see that), but here, they passed the test; dessert was really good. We corked a bottle of wine at $35 (pretty cheap for a really nice steakhouse) and had some pre dinner cocktails (they make the best dirty martini and was pretty cheap for SF/steakhouse standards). The cherry on top? Our server, Thomas! OMG! WHAT A HOOT. I've met quite a few great servers, but Thomas takes the cake. Thomas was not only good at his job and super attentive to our group, but he SINGS apparently. Ha! He and the hubby were reminiscing about concerts and bolted out verses from songs they both loved. If only every server was like Thomas! I would definitely come back again and will try to make it a regular spot. Side Note: We ubered. Didn't look like there was much parking around but really, who is trying to drive with such great cocktails served at this place. read more

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Osso Steakhouse offers a look at Nob Hill dining that Sam Spade would recognize. I love the black and white herring bone floor, classic bar and black clad staff. The jazz background music adds to the vibe. A full bar and cocktails mixed up quickly and deliciously. The menu offers a choice of classics. Steaks, chops, grilled salmon and all the side dishes, salads/soups are expertly cooked and presented. One of my favorite places in San Francisco. read more

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Just stopped by for happy hour and it ended up being one of the best experiences I've had in SF in a long time. Best steakhouse in the city. The hamachi crudo and house kennebec chips are must-orders, but the steak really put it over the top for me cooked to perfection! The hospitality is what really makes this place stand out. The staff goes above and beyond to make the experience special. Chef Josh is a master of his craft and Charlie makes you feel taken care of from the moment you walk in. Can't wait to come back. read more

Most amazing steakhouse I have experienced. I'm already planning to come here for my birthday next year. The ribeye- delectable. Amazing steak I've put in my mouth. It was tender, juicy, cooked to my standards, and honestly every bite was delicious. My boyfriend and I aren't of age to drink alcohol yet but our nonalcoholic drinks still were amazing! Loved the taste and they were refreshing. The baked potato was a star! Yummy!! I loved the interior- very old fashioned yet classy and our server was very sweet. We thought since we were the youngest while dining we would be treated differently but he was very understanding and nice! read more

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First time experience, totally loved it and everything was just perfect. Food, Service, and we sat in the cutest booth, felt very charming and old school, but not old if that makes sense. Started with appetizers - cheesy bread, then the grilled octopus, and broccolinis, plus shared entree of the huge tomahawk steak, doesn't look big in photo, but it was a really big bone. Everything was delish, cooked med rare - perfect! Great place for special occasions for sure! read more

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This was my second time here at Osso Steakhouse. I've been here previously but the experience was forgettable but tonight was extremely memorable. To start, we arrived at 6:15 pm for a 7 p.m reservation. To our luck, we were able to get seated right away. Tonight I was lucky enough to be helped by Daniel and Ramsey. Their service was some of the best I've received in all the restaurants I've ever been to. I ordered a rare steak, but when it came out, it was actually medium rare. Ramsey noticed my hesitation and reassured me to inform him if anything wasn't to my liking. With that, I ended up sending the steak back (I never send food back) and had a new one brought out in around 10 minutes. The new steak was perfectly rare to my liking and the sides/starters were all stars by themselves. The service was my favorite part of the night-- the staff checked in periodically and ensured the courses were coming out promptly (not too early, not too late). I made sure to thank Daniel and Ramsey before I left-- they're truly experts in their roles and made my night. Highly recommend swinging by for dinner, food and service are beyond!! read more

Summary: Old school steakhouse with solid food and an art deco charm. Details: Located in the Gramercy Towers, conveniently next door to The Masonic. Once inside, it's a throwback to old San Francisco with black and white herring bone floors, red leather booths/chairs, and a bustling bar. The background music was mostly jazz but I think I heard some hiphop mixed in. The bathroom is outside the restaurant and down some stairs. They are used to people coming before shows and so know how to time your meal. For us, 100 mins was perfect. On to the food... Crab cakes are excellent. They come as four "hand formed" smaller cakes placed on top of a mildly spicy remoulade. Lots of crab, very little (if any) filler. Filet (8oz) was soft and buttery, as it should be. We asked for medium and it came just a bit less than that -- as most steakhouses will. If you're unsure what to get, this is a good choice. Bone-in Ribeye (20 oz) was good but didn't live up to their claim of "best steak house in SF." Next time, I'd try the akaushi dry aged instead. The chimichurri had a nice blend of flavors and complemented the ribeye well. The sautéed cremini mushrooms were outstanding. Meaty and very lightly spiced. The creamed spinach wasn't too creamy -- we enjoyed it but didn't really need it. Somehow the fries with aioli stole the show. Hot they were amazing but even when they cooled down they were delectable. There were several tempting desserts but we didn't have any room left. The wine list is extensive if you're getting a full bottle, but more limited if you just want it by the glass. There was only one choice for champagne by the glass and it was quite good. The servers were efficient if not a bit perfunctory. Every table was taken so I assume they were more than a little busy. Osso is a reliable choice when you're on Nob Hill. read more

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Met up with another couple before a show at the Masonic. When you walk into this cool building it's surprising to see the outdated architectural features until you turn to enter the restaurant and you are drawn into the geometry, the shapes, the colors. Then to be greeted by a very friendly hostess with a great sense of humor. Service was very attentive and friendly. Steaks were delicious as were sides. Cocktails and wine also were terrific. read more

A great looking restaurant. The atmosphere is refined. Food was delicious and expertly prepared. Service on point. Strongly recommend. And they have a good happy hour read more

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Delicious food and drinks. My friends and I went here to celebrate my bachelorette party. Paola the host made our visit so special. Daniel was our server and he was amazing! I cannot wait to visit again :) read more

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We came today for happy hour before watching a Jimmy Carr show at The Masonic. We sat at the bar and received the best service. Eddie took our drink orders, this man works like a machine and made one of the best Old Fashion and Lucy Blossom I have ever tasted! Charles took our bar bites order, he was very attentive and took very good care of us. We orders the Steak Frites - cooked to perfection! Came with the best tasting fries ( i wonder if they cook it in talo). We also ordered the Crab Cake sliders, burger sliders, and the Steak Tartar, everything was amazing! We will definitely be back!!! read more

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Food was not great for value. There's was nothing special about any of the steaks ordered. Would not come again.

Went to Osso for dinner. Never been but it's in my neighborhood so it was time to try. Everything was delicious. Steak and cream spinach were a classic combo, but the corn cream brûlée was the showstopper. Tom was the sweetest waiter. Please ask for Tom. It was nice and quiet inside but not too quiet. We got to sit in a nice little booth. With lots of room. Will be back! read more

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Everything was amazing. Only this I Wish I would have tried their dessert. Filet was amazing service as well. read more

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The food was delicious. The service was excellent and the ambience was perfect. I love the art deco old Hollywood 1920s theme. It's done very well. This place feels like something truly special. read more

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In the shadow of Grace Cathedral and the California Street cable car line lies a hidden gem of a timeless steakhouse called Osso where the jacketed chefs are on show through a glass window into the kitchen. You can tell the chefs are enjoying themselves in the kitchen and that joy comes out in the cooking. To begin with, we have an 80's homage to Art Deco with the decor with a touch of playfulness, smooth jazz playing in the background, rosebud carpeting Orson Welles' Citizen Kane would die for, the darkened dining room lighting conducive to a romantic meal for two or a steak-lovers feast for four or more. We had our pick of either tall-leather captain chair seating next to the kitchen or comfy leather booths, of which we chose the latter. The white linen tables and service are a special treat when you want to make a lasting impression with your date or family and friends. We had impeccable service and the friendliest and most helpful waiter ever. One of my personal pet peeves is when the busboy never comes by to refill your glass of water, but the busboy at Osso had an eagle eye to make sure my glass was always full and any crumbs were cleaned up off our table between courses. The cheese bread alone hits it out of the park: a garlicky cheese bread, overflowing with melted cheese, on a cast iron plate. I could see customers coming in just for the cheese bread. The Tomahawk steak was perfectly cooked to medium rare and sliced for easy serving. The steak melted like butter in our mouths- it was that tender and, again, perfectly seasoned with herbs. The long-stemmed broccolini with crunchy bits was a perfect pairing with the steak. They have many other sides we didn't get to try that we will save for next time. Since neither of us drink alcohol, we chose not to partake of their extensive wine and cocktails list. They do offer a few enticing mocktails that I'll have to try next time. What can I say about the wedge salad other than it was a beauty to behold and smoky chunky bits of bacon and dressing took it over the top. Wedge salads have a long history in relation to steakhouses in general but it opens the palate to all of the other savory flavors that come with the smokiness of steak. The chef has been able to give a lightness to excellent dishes that could be too rich and heavy, even with the desserts that we tried. The chocolate hazelnut crunch cake was both the perfect combination of heavy and light. The warm and rustic apple frangipane galette is served with a scoop of vanilla ice cream. The pastry was crispy and light and allowed the apple filling to shine through. Since the restaurant is located at the top of Nob Hill, which is rather steep, you might choose to ride a cable car to get there, or have a Waymo drop you off, but since we only live a few blocks away, we decided to hoof it and work up our appetite. Before or after your meal, you could enjoy the surrounding area and burn off your meal and enjoy the view. My partner and I really enjoyed his birthday meal tonight. Until next time, Bon Appetit! Bon Provecho! Itadakimas! read more

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Came here for a birthday dinner and was really impressed with the service at this establishment. Very friendly and very attentive, A+. The food was great it did not disappoint. We ordered asparagus fries, which were Parmesan crusted and fried to perfection. The asparagus was still al dente and not over cooked I highly recommend this app. I'm not a big fan of crab cakes but the ones here are really good, crisp and the remoulade paired well with them. The Mac n cheese here was surprisingly good, steakhouses usually miss with the Mac n cheese imo but the Mac n cheese here was made well, not sure what they topped it with but it added some crunch like texture and it was fire. The NY steak was cooked medium perfect and the mushroom Demi-glacé was fabulous. Paired it with some great red wine as well. Great place for a special occasion. Side note: we were the last 4 people on the restaurant and they did not make us fell that we needed to leave. Will be back here for my birthday haha read more

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The Yelp ratings had me skeptical. Highly underrated. Purchased tickets to a venue at the Masonic and didn't want to pay for parking twice so we chose this due to proximity but it didn't disappoint. Osso has thee most amazing arugula salad I've ever had and it was so filling, I'd go back just for that. The Branzino was chefs kiss! Bone-in filet and mushrooms were amazing. The service and atmosphere were great but it was early so I am not sure if it would have been different had it been later or busier. Definitely will be going back. read more

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