I was told this was an excellent steakhouse, I've had better steaks at Texas Roadhouse at half the price. The server seemed like she was mad at the world. If you're looking for a good steak, look somewhere else. read more

Expecting a great steak! Have eaten here before and wanted this for a birthday celebration. Bummed, at a place like this, I expect to be able to order a potato WITHOUT garlic. Not so. I don't like them thanking everybody wants it and strong. The strawberry short cake dessert was equally great as the steak. Great experience, take a drive, enjoy the views, and have a good time. read more

This last experience here at perinis was truly amazing this sounds silly but I don't eat meat or milk product and found myself here with some family and planned on not eating and I didn't expect them to accommodate me either. I wouldn't have expected them to but the server was kind enough to suggest some ideas for me and I think a cook or manager came out just to tell me about some of the options they have I could do on my next experience also. They just went out of their way to make me feel extremely comfortable and I did have some Cajun zucchini and mushrooms/onions which was awesome. Besides that the whole family was happy. Everything was on point. read more

All i can say is HOLY $h!t. This is the best steak i have ever eaten in my life. The salads are good, bread is great, but the steak is excellent! This place would be worth the drive, too bad its in the middle of nowhere, but you can order it online to be delived to your house. This is a 5 star! read more

We had a ranch hamburger and a fried chicken sandwich! Both were really good. We only wanted lunch. But the steaks at the next table looked incredible. My only complaint was, you can not substitute a veggie for the chips. I'm not a chip eater so they were a waste. read more

Hands down the best steak I have ever had bar none! I've travel the world, UK, Europe, Spain, Canada, even Portugal. There is no steak better period! read more

I can honestly say I've never had a bad meal here and last night was no exception. I went with two friends who had never been before, but had been wanting to go here. We had jalapeño poppers for starters with Shiner Bocks. Both were very good. My friends really liked the laid back feel of the restaurant. The salad is nothing fancy, however everything in it tasted fresh. We then had two peppered strips and the prime rib. All were cooked to taste and tasted delicious. We didn't order any sides, so as to save room for dessert. I thought I was going to be disappointed in the bread pudding, because our waitress informed us that it didn't come with Jack Daniel sauce any more. However, the Makers Mark sauce is a fantastic replacement. Our waitress was very educated on all items on the menu and went above and beyond to keep everyone's glasses full. I'm already looking forward to my next visit. read more

I had family visiting Abilene and we found this place when we were looking for a traditional style Texas steakhouse. I read the previous reviews and decided this was our best option within the area. These reviews are not hype, its true! This is the best place to get an amazing steak. This has to be the best rib eye steak I have had. If you want to save money and are ok with mediocre chain steak house restaurants, you could just stay in Abilene. If you want the full experience of a quality TX steak then get in the car/truck and get over to Buffalo Gap. I could use a bunch of fancy adjectives to describe my experience but several other reviews, magazines, and other media have already done this for me. Try it! read more

Steaks and meats are top notch. The sides on the other hand leave something to be desired.

My boyfriend and I went there on Saturday at 12nn. Plenty of parking, but having a sedan, I feel bad for my car. When we got in there, lady welcomed us, and asked us if we have any reservations. Got scared we have to wait, but we got seats right away. I guess it's better to make reservations there, especially the restaurant isn't exactly in Abilene, and 20 minutes away from the freeway. Our server was Ashley. She was really nice, and made awesome recommendations. Saw some Yelp reviews that service here was bad, but I don't think so! We got the Quail Legs for appetizers. Never had quail, except for quail eggs. It was really, really good! We got the Cowboy Ribeye Steak (medium), with sides of Cowboy Potatoes and another thing which I can't remember right now. The steak is very, very good! Probably one of the best steaks I've ever had in my life! I also loved the Cowboy Potatoes. We got the bread pudding for appetizer. My boyfriend usually doesn't like too-sweet desserts, but he said he doesn't mind eating this. It was really good! The bill for the two of us came up to $70, excluding tip, and we shared all of the dishes (except the bread pudding), and just water for drinks. It was expensive, but it is worth it. The portions were just about the right size for us anyway. I'd definitely come back here again if we ever pass by the area again! read more

This was my 1st time, and I have to say I wasn't all that impressed. We started off with Jalapeno Bites--not bad. I ordered the 8 oz. filet, my husband ordered the 12 oz peppered strip--delicious! And cooked perfectly, which we all know, rarely happens. Along with our steaks, we added 3 dusted jumbo shrimp. I was sad when we received our food. I was expecting to see the shrimp grilled, not fried.... One of the sides we had was the Zucchini Perini. I didn't necessarily not like this. It just didn't seem like the best mix to go w/ a steak. I felt like I was eating a 2nd entree of some sort of baked Italian dish. I think it would've been better just being plain grilled zucchini. The dishes are also served with a fresh jalepeno. I have to wonder if they've ever considered grilling the jalapenos??? Grilled jalapenos are tasty! To end the night, we tried the famous bread pudding. Not bad at all ;) read more

This is such a great place to go for a fun night out. Our kids have been wanting to eat there every time we visit Abilene, but the past 3 times that we tried, we couldn't get a reservation. So I would suggest calling at least a week or 2 in advance if you are going on a normal weekend. If there are any special events going on in Abilene or at one of the colleges, you probably need to call earlier than that. Yes, it is expensive, but the food is so good. And really, we aren't going to eat here every weekend so splurge, and go for it. We ordered quail legs and jalapeno bites for appetizers. The family was so-so on the quail legs, but loved the jalapeno bites. We all had salads, and the bread...ahhh, the bread. 4 of the 5 of us ordered steak, and our son just had to order the hamburger because he read that it was so good. He declared it to be one of the best burgers he'd ever eaten...quite a proclamation from a 15 year old boy. The steaks were cooked perfectly. For sides, we shared hominy, zucchini, and cowboy potatoes. The hominy was the favorite. We ordered strawberry shortcake, Texas chocolate cake, and jalapeno cheesecake for desserts. All delicious! What I really appreciated was that the desserts were reasonably priced, something like $4-5, not $8-10 like so many restaurants these days. The atmosphere is very relaxed and casual. There were lots of large groups there that night which got a little noisy, but it was okay. My only complaint is that apparently in the spring when the weather is nice, they have sort of a cookout/buffet outside. No one who worked there bothered to tell us that, and we only found out when we walked out in the back to look at the outside area AFTER we had already eaten. It would have been nice if someone had told us before. read more

Great food, they know how to cook a steak. You must not leave before you've had the bread pudding. It is amazing. Make sure you make a reservation or you will be eating elsewhere, it's also a little pricey but I think it's well worth an occasional treat. read more

Very disappointed in our experience yesterday afternoon. We made reservations for a party of 6 at 3 pm and finally finished our meal after 5pm. Server was polite and friendly but service was far from exceptional. Long wait for drink refills and other than our appetizers -all other food was a long wait. It was just mediocre by the time it arrived to the table. Veggies and potatoes an add on cost -around $8/person in addition to steak cost. Not sure that I would consider this a "must do" stop for anyone looking to try something new. read more

Perfection. West Texas perfection. I've been a dozen or so times in the past 2 years, and I can't say enough about the unbelievably high standards they set and exceed at every turn. Steaks are the highest quality. Service is always above and beyond. The the West Texas authenticity makes for one of the best experiences I've had dining in my life. read more

I'll not bother with delineating how superb each menu item is. That is indisputable. We've been faithful patrons for many years and found nothing to be lacking. Ever. PR was about cowboy cooking, flavor, fire and friends. I'm grieving now that they've lost their way, victims of their own success. Now it is not dissimilar to a dude ranch. After an early evening reservation at a favorite indoor table, with tea glasses not refilled and coffee not refilled, we were asked just seconds after retiring our dessert forks to "relocate to the porch" so another guest could use our table. A faux pax even had we overstayed our welcome but we most certainly had not--we had literally just finished our dessert moments earlier. Could we at least have a (first) refill of our coffee to go? "Not sure if we can find to go cups" was the response. With appetizers and no alcohol a couple can expect to leave a Ben and a half for four courses and with that I expect a few quite moments after the dishes are cleared to visit and relax. "All about the beef," says one reviewer. I disagree. To me, how you treat me is more important than how you feed me. That's the real cowboy way, now isn't it? So we left and went by the gift shop and bought a $4 T shirt. For $16. To commemorate our last visit with an old friend. read more

You will not find a better place to eat. Burgers and BBQ. This place is a little spendy, and kind of out in the middle of nowhere, but if you have a chance to eat there, I wouldn't pass it up! read more

LOVEEE this place! Had dinner here for the first time for my birthday a couple of weeks ago. The staff was so friendly and made sure to wish me a happy birthday - much appreciated! My husband and I went with another couple - we all split the jalapeno poppers as an appetizer (thanks to much friend's suggestion) and they were delicious! My husband and I heard great things about their burgers and decided to split one - plenty of food for each of us! Not going to lie, probably the best burger I've ever had (loved the green chiles on it). After dinner we had strawberry shortcake (which they make with their homemade biscuits) and bread pudding! I'll definitely be going back - wanted to go back for Valentine's Day, but they were booked out weeks in advance. Looking forward to taking my parents when they come visit us sometime this spring! read more

I just finished the most amazing steak I've ever had. It is no surprise Perini Ranch is a winner of the James Beard award. The filet was unbelievably tender, the green beans tasted like the came out of the garden! And the Mesquite-A-Rita was superb! Make a reservation! Eat here!!! read more

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I did not like anything about the ribeye:( A bit over cooked for medium rare. The grilled chicken also lacked flavor. The service was not great. Waitress was a nice girl, but she kept forgetting things..like bringing out the salad before main course, etc. We sat outside on a warm day, and iced tea came out with hardly any ice. This was my second time at the place. I did enjoy the atmosphere and the outdor area. Personally, I have had much better ribeyes at chain restaurants. read more

Often considered the best steakhouse in the state, I'm blessed to live less than a mile from a wonderful dining experience. Tom Perini knows how to cook a slab of meat! read more

Tom Perini has a real steak house here. The meat was tender and prepared as requested. The service was exemplary, very attentive.

My wife and i love this place, always good service and the food is delicious. The bacon wrapped jalapeños are my favorite appetizer and the Homeade bread pudding is to die for. Definitely give this place a shot if you have the money to spend. read more

Big fan! My boyfriend and I went on a date over the holidays this year and made a quick, last minute reservation for two and we were having dinner an hour later. Not bad! The steak was great, loved the potatoes and green chili hominy. I had my eye on the burger on our neighbor's plate, that will be my selection next time. Not a huge fan of the fried catfish, but that's just not my favorite fish, not a reflection on how it was prepared. The venue is super cute as well, so we were very pleased. read more

We (my husband & I) came here for lunch on a Saturday afternoon & it wasn't busy at all (I hear dinner time is crazy busy & they recommend reservations.) Perini has a great wine selection & a good lunch menu. I had the Chicken sandwich & my husband had the cheeseburger, both very good! They serve homemade potato chips with the sandwich & they are so yummy! We'll be back for dinner to try their steak! read more

Best steak in Texas. Service is outstanding. Everyone always remembers us when we walk in the door. Moderately good wine selection and a full service bar. The menu is limited but every item on it is absolutely fabulous. Jack Daniel's bread pudding will change your life one bite at a time. read more

I LOVE Perini's! Came here on my first date, with my now husband of 30+ years. It was the perfect steakhouse then, and still is today. The service is top notch! Knowledgeable, quick, and always down home friendly. The staff know their menu, and can make reliable suggestions. The bar does not water down the drinks, so one cocktail should do you. Desserts are a must! The bread pudding is famous for a reason, and the jalapeño cheese cake is not hot, just smoky and sweet. You must give it a try. read more

Nestled in the beautiful Buffalo Gap countryside, the is a Texas original and one of the greatest anywhere. Service, food and the location are worth the trip. read more

First time in the area and HAD to stop here after hearing all the rave reviews. It lived up to all the expectiations! Excellent food, atmosphere was great and very friendly service. Bread pudding was fantastic and will be back for more ;) worth the prices. read more

Kind of pricey, but well worth it for a great steak. Such a romantic place: when the weather is good, opt for the outside dining. It is so cool :) The hominy casserole is awesome and their ribeyes are outstanding. You won't find a better steakhouse in that part of Texas. Make reservations ahead of time, though, to avoid a long wait! read more

Went there for lunch today. The atmosphere, staff, and food are all good. I love the ranch setting and rustic decor. My husband ordered the ribeye medium rare it was cooked perfect and seasoned well. He said it was fattier than he expected (yes we know ribeye steaks are naturally fatty). I ordered the peppered strip it was cooked perfect no complaints. The cowboy potatoes with the garlic butter are amazing! The French bread rolls are tougher to cut open than the steaks but are chewy delicious with the butter. The green beans are good and well seasoned! The chocolate cake was delicious although it was a very small serving considering it's called Texas chocolate cake and its $4.00! Overall good experience which is why I gave 4 stars. The price for the food though is highly over rated. $75 for two people for lunch no appetizer one small dessert no alcohol not including a tip is way too over priced for the food and portions they serve. 3 stars for the food quality and 2 for food portion and price. They are Texan and Texas is known for large portions and food prices. read more

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Although the food is pretty good the hospitality can be lacking. I called to check ahead to make sure that when I brought my party of guests in, whom are all low carb columnists, that if they ordered the "Ranch Burger" they would be able to substitute a veggie for the high carb chips. I spoke to three people to get an answer. The first said they would go check and put me on hold but never came back. The second picked up my call from hold and I had to explain all over. She put me on hold to "go check with the chef." The third person, Nan or Ann, the manager, picked up and I once again explained why I was calling. She promptly responded, "Chips Are Not Substitutable." I was rather taken aback as to how quick and canned the response was. The group was already only going to order the burger with no bread and just wanted to substitute a couple slices of zucchini for chips. It was a no brainer that we all decided not to visit since we didn't feel engaged and we're definitely not enticed to each pay $13.50 plus tax for a simple hamburger patty with no side. I really wish this steakhouse would focus more on the customer experience rather than the bottom line. So I ask you, how much 1 zucchini purchased in bulk cost them anyway? 10¢ maybe? We decided to stay in town and try Lytle Land & Cattle Company, and for that we were not disappointed. read more

Both times I had a wonderful experience! I had both cat fish plates and ended both meals with the delicious bread pudding. Our waiter the 2nd time around was a very friendly guy! read more

Great food. Staff is always nice. Pricey but the taste of the food is worth it. The Texas sheet cake is amazing!

What's not to like here? The steaks are great. If you want good food, the feel of old west Texas, then just go. End of story.

If your are in the mood for a ranch style Texan experience, go to Perini Ranch Steak house. The service great, the food is the best, and the Becker Wine Cabernet Reserve was excellent. read more

My favorite steak house... Located in the heart of West Texas and deserves all the accolades Perini Ranch has received... "MUST HAVES" Ribbs appetizer, cowboy patios, and BREAD PUDDING... And any steak.... Reservations are a must... read more

Best place you will eat in all of Texas. Yes it is pricey but it is worth every penny from the appetizer to the desert every bite will blow you away. I met Tom my first time there and he was so nice and helped us order and talked to us the entire time. Best place I have ever been too read more

Simply amazing, you get what you pay for. I have never had a better meal in my life. The service is great, and they always get the order right the first time. I always bring friends and family here when showing them around town as it really shows what a steakhouse is supposed to be like. read more

Hands down the best steak I have ever had I travel for work and anytime I'm within a few hour drive up here I make it a point to go the bread pudding is also to die for read more