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    Rudy's Steakhouse

    4.1 (709 reviews)

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    What's the vibe?
    Quiet
    Outdoor seating
    Good for groups
    Happy hour specials

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    Happy Hour Wedge Salad $12
    Christina S.

    GNO started with happy hour on the patio at Rudy's. The weather was perfect, the atmosphere on the patio was nice with the linen table clothes and sound of water from a nearby fountain, our server was efficient and friendly and the food was bomb! From the happy hour menu I ordered the steak bites (Santa Fe) $14 the wedge salad $12 and a side of fries $4 (just to try them!). The steak bites were in a delicious gravy, the wedge salad was fresh and delicious and the fries were just okay. No big deal. Wouldn't order those again. The restaurant serves bread and butter to the table so that was also a nice addition to the meal. I highly recommend Rudy's happy hour! The menu is extensive and you get a flavor of one of Salem's finest restaurants at a decent price.

    Wine list in full effect
    Gynelle M.

    Ambiance: awesome-- so cozy upon entrance. Fire places and candles were the flavor of the restaurant-- cute. Service: the service was great! Everyone was fantastically charming and appeared to be genuine. Our waiter had lots of personality, demonstrated knowledge, and offered the exact amount of concern for our table; he couldn't have been better. Food: the food is the only reason I'm holding back the fifth star. I didn't have any appetizers so I don't have those to rate; however, I did have the salmon, and it was cooked exactly how I like it, nonetheless, I asked for double the veggies vs the potatoes, and the plate was a tad small in portion. On the other hand, my hubs and coworker enjoyed the stuffed salmon, and they mentioned that "it was nothing to write home about and it all could've been hotter. Word was that the mashed potatoes were room temperature and just okay. Lastly was the clam chowder--again, not hot and a tad stiffer than preferred. Rudy's is a place that I'd most likely visit again if I were in town because 1) there's not a whole lot in Salem, 2) great overall experience. However, they just need to tighten up the kitchen or get runners to bring the food out as soon as it's ready. The question is, should you try them out? Yes. They have a nice menu, good wine, and quaint ambiance. The food has potential as well, just needs a tiny tweaking. Happy eating!

    Chicken Marsala w/ Roasted Brussel Sprouts
    Terrence M.

    Order: Chicken Marsala w/ Roasted Brussel Sprouts Pros: the place is really nice and the location is perfect. The Brussel sprouts were good but I hated the fact they added blue cheese crumbles (yuck). I scraped them off. Cons: the food took over an hour to come to us over lunch. Additionally, the chicken marsala had a sweet taste to I was not a fan of. I wished they would of had a mashed potato to pair with the chicken rather than the rice.

    Calamari
    John Y.

    Very nice place the service was excellent We will keep on coming here.our order came in fast and love the place and service

    Sidecar, delicious
    Lawrence C.

    Excellent from start to finish. Arrived at 6:20 for our 6:30 reservation, and was seated within 5 minutes. There were many people waiting for a table who didn't have a booking. Our server was cheerful throughout the evening. Gorgeous bar and pleasant dining room. Food was delicious and generous portions. Prices were fair. Service was attentive. I'd come back!!

    Cheesy bread Cheese Bread
    Sophi B.

    The steak was outstanding. The pasta not so much. The calamari cooked to perfection. Asparagus tasted like the grill. Golden potatoes were ok. Toasted cheese bread similar to an elementary school lunch. Chocolate cake dry. Marionberry cobbler ok. Service was attentive and kind. We spent $258 for a family of 4. Would I go again? Meh...oh and let's not forget the cobwebs above the table on the skylight windows. Ambiance They were given a generous 3 for the staff - they were a 5!

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    1 year ago

    We were headed from Portland to catch Rudy's happy hours when we were alerted to pick another place- yup, closed, bummer!

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    I have yet to have a bad meal in this place. When I want a great steak I always come here.

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    Food was good and so was the service. Definitely suggest reservations. Also sitting indoors would be suggested.

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    Update: how did I not like the chili!? It's my favorite chili now! I can't remember. Or liking the chili. How weird!

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    Is this a 21+ establishment?

    No, all ages are welcomed here. The bar area is separated from the main dining area. They are also semi- private areas for larger groups. One is off to the side of the main dining area, and the other is an outdoor dining area, where most of the… Read more

    There are no menu prices? What is the range on entrees?

    The prices do range depending on what you get. I think the rib eye I had was 75... Tomahawk was 150ish. Other steaks I think ranged from 35 and up. Appetizers 10 and up.

    What time is happy hour on Saturday's? Online it says 11-5pm, but it says it doesn't even open until 3 pm on Saturday's above that.

    Our Happy Hour is served daily from 3 PM-5 PM and from 9 PM-close. Thanks for inquiring!

    Will be in town next week, haven't been to this location yet. Are kids allowed here, please say no?

    Per Yelp, children are allowed. I did not see any children present, however you can always ask to be seated away from any tables with a family present.🤷🏻‍♀️

    Do you need to make reservations to dine here?

    You don't have to Lisa, but it is always recommended as we book up frequently! if you want to make reservations, give us a call at (503) 399-0449!

    When is happy hour?

    According to their website, it's weekdays: 3 PM - 6 PM & 9 PM - Close, and weekends: Open - 5 PM & 9 PM - Close.

    Older kids fine.?

    absolutely!

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