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    3.4 (433 reviews)
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    Moderate noise
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Tiffany S.

    Last weekend I took my husband for dinner for an early birthday night out since we were traveling for his birthday. I ordered the Delmonico Ribeye and he tried the blooming onion chicken. All the sides had to be had too. Mac and cheese, chili, onion petals, and loaded mash. The service was spot on and they really stepped it up. The first steak was a tough cut (which isn't always obvious before prep) and it was about 1/3 just fat and gristle. They willingly changed it out and cooked it to perfection. I order rare plus to med rare because I can never finish them in one sitting and don't like dry steak, and the execution was flawless. We enjoyed the experience and the restaurant was clean and easy to navigate. Our server Lily was so incredibly helpful and friendly. Definitely recommend as both times I've been to this location have been great!

    9 oz center-cut sirloin
    Jyrki P.

    Having visited various Outback venues, I have experienced constantly solid, very good price-quality ratio - in fact, with the investment, it is quite challenging to find much better restaurant steaks. This steakhouse chain venue is of no difference. I ordered medium sized center-cut sirloin, prepared to medium, without extra butter, and accompanied by broccols. It was absolutely fantastic, just as ordered, juicy, and flavorful. Firm texture, yet tender. The experience was complemented by a nice, australian themed decor and friendly service.

    My very undercooked sirloin steak. They did correct their issue and comped me with no problem.
    Adrienne C.

    We walked in and were immediately greeted and seated. It wasn't super busy but there quite a few tables filled when we're seated. After we sat down, it seemed to get busy. The restaurant was clean overall. Staff were observed cleaning in between seating tables. Service was slow. It took a while to get our drinks but the server came to tell us it was because they had to make a new batch of lemonade and apologized for the wait. After we received drinks, it took a while for her to come back to take our order. After we ordered, we were brought bread and butter while we waited for our food. The bread and butter were good. We got spinach dip as an appetizer. It was ok. The chips that come with it are unique because they look like tortilla chips but taste like wonton chips. They were really good. The dip itself needed seasoning. I got a 5oz sirloin steak, coconut shrimp, sweet potato, and a Cesar salad. The salad dressing had a kick, which was nice. Some of the lettuce in the salad seemed old or over saturated with dressing. I ordered my steak medium and it came out still mooing. It was purple in the middle. The waitress was apologetic and ordered a new one. The second one came out under so they refired it. It still wasn't cooked correctly but at this point, I was ready to go. They did comp me for it and apologize which I appreciated. The steak came with garlic butter and that was delicious. The coconut shrimp were humongous and delicious. The sweet potato was good too. My mom got the steak and shrimp pasta, which she enjoyed. This was our first time here. The only major issue was the cook on the steak and slow service. The staff were so sweet though and the food that was cooked right was actually good. I'd give them another try.

    Philly cheese steak very little cheese be sure order extra if you get it
    Johnny B.

    Service was good and restaurant was clean. The one thing I love about outback is the big booth not many left like that even chili is getting rid of them. Soda was great I had 3 diet cokes thanks to the good service. I saw a commercial $14.99 deal so I went to try it. I had coconut shrimp which were not bad. But not amazing either. Granted I'm comparing this to what I have had in Hawaii. Even the frozen coconut shrimp from Costco is better cooked in an air fryer. The fries were just okay maybe slightly undercooked. The plate was hot a clear sign that the problem is leaving food under a heat lamp and not serving it fresh. The coconut shrimp came with a side of ranch which was the final straw. How about some pineapple dipping sauce or something that goes with coconut shrimp. Ranch is not ideal here The salad I had with ranch no onions and it still had a weird taste I can't put my finger on it but I remember thinking the same thing last time I was here which was a few years ago. I used to love the diner salad here but at some point they changed something and do something weird. I also think the bread is weird. Maybe it's an Australian thing but if I'm eating bread I don't want whole wheat or what ever it is. I rather skip the bread because it's just not healthy why try to make it half healthy. I know this is an outback thing and it's not going to change if I don't like it.but the salad and bread are the two reasons I rarely go here

    XxFlawed L.

    20 bucks for a tiny piece of meat and an old potato and some crusty bread. It's time to stop letting these people gouge us

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    Kelci S.

    We received a giftcard to Outback Steakhouse for Christmas and decided to give the one on Southern Ave a try. For starters, the service provided from one of the managers Felicia was exceptional. We had a few hiccups during our visit, but she made sure to rectify them. ALL of the food we ordered tasted great. The coconut shrimp, fantastic. The toowoomba salmon, flavorful (broccoli was steamed to perfection). However, the drinks we ordered were very inconsistent. I started off with the Aussie rum punch & it taste like syrup. My Fiancé ordered the Maker's Mate initially & raved about it, so I decided to swap my drink for it. We ended up having to get the drink re-made twice, as the drink did not taste the same at all. Felicia was very kind and ended up making the cocktail for us, which was consistent to the first one my fiancé ordered. Our server Adrianna was kind, but at some point it appears our food was never put in the system. Felicia ended up taking care of our tab, which compensated for the inconvenience. Again, the chefs were working hard behind the scenes because our food was great. Overall, this might have been a bad night for the establishment. For the team to go out of their way to rectify the issue, we would definitely be open to giving them another shot in the future!

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    Price point was fine. Steak was ok. Rice was instant and not good. Service was ok. Ambience was non existent.

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    The food came out bad I mean my chicken strips were rubbery but the service was good and the ambiance was calming

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    The food was cold maybe next time don't sit on your phone to make it get cold I do not recommend

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    Not happy they no longer have prime rib sandwich on menu. Tried replacement item-- not good. Who wants arugula on a steak Sammy?

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    The Peppermill Steakhouse - New York Strip

    The Peppermill Steakhouse

    4.2(423 reviews)
    3.2 mi
    $$$

    At the Peppermill Steakhouse in Tempe, the largest selection are the steaks. However, everything is…read moredelicious. The service is attentive and the atmosphere- warm. The cocktails are innovative. And a unique feature is the chef's whim- this surprise entree comes with no advance warning as to what is coming. If a couple both order Chef's Whim, each one will be different. Live Long and Prosper Peppermill.

    Food was delicious. Highly recommend the short ribs & I got the chef's whim: pan fried steel head…read moresalmon topped with crab meat. (I had no clue what was coming for me but grateful when salmon was served! The hamachi crùdo (appetizer) could have used a sprinkle of salt but otherwise hamachi is delicious and melt in your mouth. Short-ribs was cooked to perfection, fall off the bone and so flavorful. I ordered the chef's whim and it was the salmon on a bed of rice & veggies! Rice was perfectly cooked and seasoned and the veggies was not mushy or overcooked! Food came out hot and The plates were warm to the touch. Service: There was only one hostess/waitress but she did a great job handling the whole room. She was able to sit us at 5 instead of our 5:30 reservations which was nice. She communicated the menu well and answered our questions. She also informed us that there might be a delay in our food because of the orders ahead of us! The young man that was bussing our table was attentive, took away our dirty dishes immediately and refilled our water quite often. Utensils were removed after appetizer and had to ask for a new set. Ambience: This is a smaller restaurant in a strip mall in Tempe. Very unassuming from the outside and inside isn't fancy like some places but definitely worth the small business/ family owned yummy local business! Overall I recommend this place! It's not big but made big by their food flavors and great customer service! I hope you consider trying this place out! Make a reservation to ensure you get a table!

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    Ghost Ranch

    Ghost Ranch

    4.4(1.5k reviews)
    4.1 mi
    $$

    Always great experience with a fun, modern ranch vibe! We got there just after happy hour…read more(unfortunately), but our server, Torrance, made the meal memorable. He was incredibly kind and attentive, especially with my friend who is deaf, making sure we always had water, napkins, and plenty of chips. The margarita flight is always a must for me, so I had to order one for my friend since it was her first visit. I told her that even though neither of us are into spicy margaritas, I knew she'd love it and I was right! Every margarita was delicious. I also ordered the lavender lemonade, which was refreshing and just as good. Ghost Ranch never seems to miss when it comes to drinks. Potato tacos! Another must have My friend ordered the Aztec Cake and insisted I'd regret not getting it. She was absolutely right. It was bomb and Torrance offered us a side of chips .TY. I ordered the short rib. It was flavorful, tender, and filling, with lots of garlic and savory flavor. I'm not sure if short rib is just not my thing, but it didn't wow me the way the Aztec Cake did. I warmed it up later and it was delicious a second time so no complaints. Excellent service, delicious drinks, and a fun way to spend the Fourth. We'll definitely be back!

    Parking can be a bit tight in this plaza, but I usually find a spot near the nail salon on the…read moreother size of the building. Been waiting to check this place out for Happy Hour and finally got around to it with friends. Happy Hour is daily with $3 off all appetizers (not just selected as the menu says) in addition to drink specials. We ordered a few apps to share and had: - Chips with Guacamole and Salsa: solid - Queso Fundido: I was excited for this as friends have said they liked it, but the cheese harden within minutes and it wasn't as nice - Street Style Esquites: I was expecting more corn rather than mixed in another cheese dip and likewise, the cheese harden quickly. - Shrimp cocktail: it was pretty heavy on the liquid rather than thicken, but good - 3 potato tacos: okay, wasn't expected it to be fried so it was a bit greasy but loved the slaw it came with - Southwest egg roll: not bad, was a crowd's favorite and I liked the sauce it came with We didn't realize most of the apps came with tortilla chips otherwise we may have ordered differently. I got the frozen margarita and it was a bit sweet, but nice for the summer evening. Our server wasn't super attentive, but was nice whenever they came around. There's a sampler entree platter I'd like to try, but of all the appetizers we tried, the best was probably the chips with guacamole and salsa.

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    Steak 44 - https://steak44.com/menus/dinner/

    Steak 44

    4.5(2.4k reviews)
    9.2 mi
    $$$$

    Steak 44 was amazing!…read more We were lucky enough to get a same day reservation after stumbling upon the great reviews. The service was tremendous and food was outstanding. The rock shrimp was one of the best if not the best rock shrimp we've ever had

    This was a true dining EXPERIENCE!!! We were treated like Royalty!!! This will be my favorite…read morereview to ever write and although my photos don't let this dining experience shine, let me tell you, it was a SHINNING EXPERIENCE!! I checked us in for our reservation and the hostess welcomed us in, then promptly took us to the table that had been beautifully prepared for our dining experience. She asked if the lighting was too dim, but it was perfect. Every staff member was dressed neatly and welcomed us as we walked by. No staff members were running around frantically, and I could tell they are staffed amazingly well. So organized and kind, genuinely smiling at us. I could tell that anyone would be willing to help us, if we needed them! Our waiter, Daniel, came over and again, welcomed us. He let us know the specials of the night and how dinner will be served. Let us know not to touch the 500 degree plates when they arrived. He took out drink orders and answered any question we had. He promptly came back with drinks and fresh, hot rolls!! Daniel took our dinner orders. We all sat and visited while waiting, enjoying our drinks and the hot rolls. Dinner was served on, as promised, hot plates!! Then, they served each of us the crème brûlée corn. All of us that ordered meat, asked for medium rare and we were not disappointed!! Our meats were spot on!!! Perfection!!! The petite filet mignon were very juicy and delicious, as was the New York strip. The Crispy Hasselback Potatoes were so good, especially with the topping. The Crispy Shrimp Deviled Eggs were so good!!! I feel like our meals were simple yet divine!! After we enjoyed dinner, we were served the Ultimate Warm Vanilla Caramel Cake, on the house!! What a nice touch!! So yummy and it felt guilty eating such a fabulous dessert!! We all shared it! All in all, I wish I could give 10/10 stars!! Such a wonderful dinner experience!! I can't wait to go back!!!!

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    The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Tempe - Prime rib and sautéd vegetables.

    The Keg Steakhouse + Bar - Tempe

    3.9(725 reviews)
    2.7 mi
    $$$

    Our family visited this location on Friday, July 24, just before 6:00 PM. They offer a Happy Hour…read morefrom 4:00-6:00 PM with select appetizers and drinks, available on a first-come, first-served basis in the bar seating area (not the main dining room). For our meal, we ordered the Prime Rib Sandwich with fries, Keg Burger with fries, the Lobster Roll with fries from the summer menu, and the Prime Rib Dinner. We also learned that there is a larger cut of prime rib available that isn't listed on the menu. It can be ordered with one side, or you can add an additional side for an extra charge. One thing that caught us off guard was that the lobster roll was served with a salad. With the recent produce recalls, we were a little hesitant. In the future, we'll likely request a different side instead. Unfortunately, the Lobster Roll was the biggest disappointment of the evening. While the flavor was good, the portion size was much smaller than it appears on the menu. It was more like a sampler-sized sandwich than a full entrée, and for that reason, we probably wouldn't order it again. We hope the restaurant considers increasing the portion size to better match guests' expectations. The Prime Rib Dinner is usually one of our favorites, but this visit it arrived only warm, while the rest of our food was served hot. It wasn't a major issue, but we would have preferred the prime rib to be served at the same temperature as the rest of the meal. On a positive note, our server was excellent. He took our entire order without writing anything down and was attentive throughout our visit. The only minor issue was that one of our Happy Hour items did not ring up correctly on the bill. It was quickly corrected without any problems, but it's always a good reminder to review your receipt before paying, as simple mistakes can happen anywhere. Overall, we continue to enjoy dining at this location. The service is consistently outstanding, and we appreciate the quality of the food. Our only suggestions would be to increase the size of the lobster roll and ensure that all entrées--especially the signature prime rib--are served hot. Despite those minor issues, we had a great family dinner and look forward to visiting again.

    This location in Tempe is one of my GOTO fine dinning places to hit up. I always get the Prime Rib…read morewhich is always outstanding. I usually get mashed potatoes and a glass of Chardonnay to was everything down. I always sit at the bar and the service is always top shelf. If you are in the Tempe Marketplace area check the them out.

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    Stockyards Restaurant - Filet mignon with mashed potatoes. Next time I'll try the loaded baked potato!

    Stockyards Restaurant

    4.1(911 reviews)
    5.2 mi
    $$$

    This place is honestly such a hidden gem, it is in between a lot of industrial businesses which is…read morean odd place for it to be, but there is an amazing story behind that! They have their own farm with their animals and they actually have a slaughterhouse up the street as well so everything is always fresh! This place has been there since before any of the industrial stuff went up. That's why it is kind of the oddball out in this area! It is extremely large inside the decorations in there are very fitting for a steakhouse! Fun fact John Wayne used to eat there. They have his booth with his pictures up, so that's a pretty cool fact to know! The staff was absolutely amazing so informative. The waiter was probably one of the best I've ever had. He suggested different items on the menu, He told us about the restaurant, and was so helpful and so friendly all the employees were great! Timely on refilling your water and taking the food plates that were empty. It was nice how quickly they took care of everything. They had some amazing jalapeño corn cornbread the 8 ounce sirloin with the Parmesan potatoes and the 8 ounce fillet with Parmesan potatoes were divine! My husband got the house salad that he liked, I got their soup of the day, which was the hatch green chili and chicken soup, which was so hearty and delicious full of flavor. Everything about this restaurant was great. I would highly recommend going here.

    I very much wanted to give the restaurant a 5 star rating due to the exceptional service our waiter…read more"Tom" provided. However we ordered the prime rib for 2 and the meat left much to be desired. It was not as tender as a steak restaurant would usually serve.The portion was very generous for the price but some areas of the serving were hard to cut through. Maybe I'm just spoiled with the quality of the prime rib served at Lawry's. In any event I plan on returning to Stockyards to sample some of the steaks served there.

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    Culinary Dropout

    Culinary Dropout

    4.1(3k reviews)
    3.1 mi
    $$
    Full bar
    Happy hour specials

    This would be my first time to this place as for my husband he had been here a handful of times…read more We came for dinner and wasn't sure if we would be able to get seating without a long wait, but we were in luck. We choose to sit indoors. The restaurant is very cozy with dimmed lighting to add to the evening ambiance. It has a casual feel but you can dress up or down. Some people were casual and some more dressed up. We were seated at the front by the stage where live music was about to start. I thought this would be nice since I do enjoy live music. Well the speakers were facing right at our table and it was noticeably loud when the entertainer began to play. We asked for another table. We could not hear ourselves talking. I ordered a cocktail, The Giddy Up Espresso Martini. That was very delicious! They do have a full bar, it's nice to have choices as far as alcoholic beverages. Our food, Fish & Chips, BBQ Nachos, Aged Manchego, Crusty Bread Garlic Oil & Balsamic, and Molinari Sopressata. Everything was absolutely delicious! The fries with the Fish were perfect. My favorite besides the Martini. was the Crusty Bread with Olive Oil and Balsamic. Our server was the best! Amiriya made sure our drinks stayed filled and asked us what we thought about the food. Even on this busy night. After our meal we walked around the outside seating and game area. This place is a fun place to meet with others especially with the outdoor/patio game area. I would love to come back when in AZ.. But, I don't have to wait until then because we have a CD restaurant in the San Diego area! Woohoo! I can't wait to try some other dishes and have another Espresso Martini. I probably would pay for a shot of Bailey's added to the drink. Restaurant parking is busy but they do have additional parking just across the way. It happened to be busy because we were up against Valentine's Day weekend.

    After a long very hot drive we were in need of some dinner. We wanted something with a good…read moreatmosphere and delicious food so our son suggested Culinary Dropout. We arrived around 8pm on a Monday night and were happy they were open and seemed to have quite a few full tables. We were seated promptly at a very comfortable table. Our server took our drink orders right away and was very helpful in answering our questions regarding the menu. I ordered the most delicious shrimp Louie for my meal. My husband ordered the club sandwich which he thoroughly enjoyed. Our son ordered a pasta dish which he loved. Even though we don't live in the Tempe area, we would definitely dine at Culinary Dropout the next time we are in the area!

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    Society

    Society

    4.3(555 reviews)
    2.2 mi
    $$
    Romantic vibe
    Kitchen open late

    I genuinely cannot WAIT to come back to this place. From the second I walked in, the atmosphere…read morefelt so classy, elegant, and elevated without being pretentious. It's the kind of restaurant that makes getting dressed up feel exciting and worth it, and I absolutely loved that about the experience. It felt like such a perfect date night spot or place to celebrate something special. The servers were also extremely attentive the entire night. Everyone was friendly, professional, and made sure we had everything we needed without ever feeling overbearing. The service honestly matched the upscale atmosphere perfectly and made the whole experience feel even more polished. And OMG... the food. SO SO SO SO SO GOOD. Like genuinely one of those meals where every single bite makes you pause for a second because it tastes that incredible. I got the chicken orzo along with the lime icebox cake for dessert, and both were absolutely amazingggg. The chicken orzo was phenomenal. The lemon flavor throughout the orzo was bright, fresh, and flavorful without being overpowering, and the tomatoes were the PERFECT addition because they balanced everything so well and added a little sweetness and freshness to the dish. But the chicken... wow. The chicken was perfectly crispy on the outside while still being super juicy and tender inside, which is honestly hard to do. Every component of the dish worked together perfectly. Magnificent is genuinely the best word for it. And the lime icebox cake was the perfect ending to the meal, refreshing, creamy, flavorful, and not too heavy after dinner. Honestly, I'm sitting here craving the food again just looking back at the pictures I took. This is definitely one of those restaurants that sticks in your mind long after you leave.

    Our waitress was very kind and knowledgeable about gluten-free options (I have celiac disease),…read morewhich I really appreciated. The restaurant itself is very cute and clearly designed for photos, which matches what I saw on their Instagram. Service overall was fantastic. The food, however, was just okay. I ordered the burrata and fig plate and was told they'd replace the bread with apple slices. I received five very small slices of apple, and when the plate was set down the waitress said she'd get more if needed. I later noticed I was charged $2 for an additional five slices, which together didn't even amount to half an apple. Ironically, the bread that comes with the dish would have been far more substantial. The burrata was fine, but nothing memorable. My friend ordered the chicken and brussels sprouts and didn't even finish it before having the plate taken away. The flourless almond cake was the star, a bit salty on its own, but with the ice cream and whipped cream it was a delightful combo which were the highlight. Overall, this is a great spot for cocktails, ambiance, and photos, but the food is fairly mediocre compared to the setting.

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    Society - Beautiful wall art near restrooms

    Beautiful wall art near restrooms

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    Vecina Arcadia - Guacamole - delicious, chips were perfect

    Vecina Arcadia

    4.7(455 reviews)
    7.2 mi
    $$

    Always a good choice, I recommend getting plates and sharing amongst your group so you can try more…read morethings! Favorites: White bean purée Chicken karaage Ceviche Pork belly & salmon tacos When the weather is cooler sitting on their patio is lovely! Give yourself a moment for parking!

    As my friend said, the white bean puree here is a non-negotiable. It was my FAVORITE menu item…read more Only complaint was...give me another flour tortilla - ha. We ordered a bottle of wine and went to town on: White Bean Puree * Crispy Short Rib | Herb Salad | Flour Tortilla: Karaage * Aji Amarillo | Citrus Gastrique | Togarashi | Lime Elote * Chorizo Butter | Lime Creme Fraiche | Toasted Chiles Romaine * Buttermilk Dressing | Mexican Sriracha | Parmesan | Noble Bread Breadcrumbs Gambas al Ajillo * Wild Shrimp Co. Mexican Shrimp | Paprika Garlic Butter | Serrano Cruda | Garlic Noble Bread - this was the only dish that was not my favorite. SUPER flavorful but I wanted a more.. 'traditional' tapas Gambas al Ajillo flavor aka less paprika please. Saudero tacos (a brisket confit suadero tacos with a chile jam, aguacate, serrano cruda, toasted sesame, fresnos and micro cilantro) We sat on the patio for a wonderful AZ spring evening. The service was great. I also enjoyed their extensive tequila and mezcal menu. The only downside is the parking -- it's pretty small and shared with Lou Malnati's next door!

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    Vecina Arcadia - Dining area

    Dining area

    Vecina Arcadia - Mussels - 10/10 must get. Will be returning for these

    Mussels - 10/10 must get. Will be returning for these

    Vecina Arcadia - Charred Broccoli - fun take on a veggie. Definitely worth trying

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    Charred Broccoli - fun take on a veggie. Definitely worth trying

    Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Filet Steak

    Firebirds Wood Fired Grill

    3.8(1.1k reviews)
    6.2 mi
    $$

    We had a 6:30 PM reservation on a Saturday night and it was extremely busy, so I'd definitely…read morerecommend making weekend reservations! Everything we ordered was prepared really well. I had the baby back ribs 3-course deal for $40 and honestly couldn't believe the value. A full rack of ribs with a side and fruit cup, plus a salad AND dessert for $40 is insane. Such an exceptional deal for the amount of food you get. The hot honey chicken sandwich was also delicious, and everyone at the table enjoyed their meals. Service was solid even with how busy they were. Food was kind of slow but like I said, definitely busy. The atmosphere is probably the least memorable part. The tables are pretty close together and the dining area feels a little cookie-cutter rather than unique, although the colorful bar definitely adds some personality to the space. Overall, really good food, great value, and a place I would definitely come back to!

    The food is terrible but at least it takes forever to get served! Decided to go there for my…read morebirthday with my family and really regretted it. Everything took a long time, the drinks, the bread, the food...I ordered a filet mignon medium. They brought out a well done piece of meat that looked more like a sirloin than a filet mignon. I hate sending back food but I had to cause it was over cooked. The second attempt was only slightly better. Still overdone with only a slight hint on pink. Wasn't gonna send it back again... My daughter's burger bun was burned, my son's chicken was dry, and my mom's salmon was overcooked as well. The did comp the filet and a couple of deserts but I'd rather pay for good food than have bad food comped. The waitress was really nice, hence two stars and not one but we will not be back.

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    Fireplace

    Firebirds Wood Fired Grill - Hot Honey Chicken Biscuit

    Hot Honey Chicken Biscuit

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