We came here for our friend's birthday. Honestly, I really wanted to like this place, but was disappointed with my steak - ordered the Wagyu Ribeye and came out medium - medium well-ish vs the requested medium rare. Service was great, we had the back private room and the place is definitely a vibe. Maybe it was just an off day! Will update if I ever end up coming back. read more

ALC Steaks - Steakhouses Near Me - Austin, Texas

Came to ALC for Happy Hour at 5:30. It's a small bar space and a bit loud. All 6 tables were full as were all the seats at the bar but they put us on the wait list for the next table. Get here before 5 if you want a table. After a 35 minute wait we found seats at the bar. I had a house chardonnay ($8 HH price) and companions had a house cab ($8) and a Manhattan ($10). I had a burger ($9) which they allowed me to order med rare and it was tasty. Steakfries ($2.75) were hot and crispy. Others had the Chicken sandwich ($9.50) and Fish and Chips ($10). Onion rings are not on the menu but they have them and they are delicious. Food came out within 15 minutes and we were just able to make our theater time. The waitstaff do a great job here and the food is good. This place seems to have a loyal following and is a nice old school place with solid food and service. read more

Wanted to try a new steakhouse for dinner in Austin, found ALC on instagram and made reservations a month out. Food was great, restaurant was a little out of date. For what we paid would have liked a better dining area. Food and service was on point, which is why they get 5 stars. Worth a try! read more

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This was a solid steak house and one I feel like flies under the radar a bit or at least for me it did but no longer! It is at one of the bigger names so the waitlist was minimal and got a good table at a good time on short notice. The steak was solid, service was above and beyond and atmospheric atmosphere was great for date night with the wife! read more

ALC Steaks - Legit dinner special!! - Steakhouses Near Me - Austin, Texas

I visited ALC Steaks during an a bachelor party trip to Austin. The restaurant accommodated our group of seven quickly and efficiently. Our waiter was quick to take our drink order (we got a couple of bottles of wine) and take our orders. We didn't wait long for anything and we were super impressed with the food. I can honestly say this might be the best steak I've ever had. I cleaned my plate easily. The wine was excellent too. So, why only 4 stars? There's nothing wrong with the restaurant really, but it didn't feel like an upscale place. Maybe, being from the northeast, my expectations are off, steakhouses up here are typically upscale. In Texas I imagine a trip to a steakhouse is more common, so maybe the decor here is normal for the area. Again, it's not bad at all, just much more casual than I'd have expected. read more

ALC Steaks - I've got nothing left... yeah, it was phenomenal. - Steakhouses Near Me - Austin, Texas

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This was my first time at a steakhouse in Texas. The aesthetic was very laid back, with the expectation that you would come dressed in relatively formal attire. Our waiter was very attentive and knew exactly how to split our bill amongst three people. The food was excellent, with a wide variety of options, for a restaurant specializing in preparing choices of meat. A good selection of drinks, and dessert options, round out an excellent dining experience. read more

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I am so disappointed to write this review since we've been told for years to do a full dinner here. Pros: Good service, old school steakhouse, excellent wine recommendation, roasted vegetables, mashed potatoes were fine. Cons: All other food. I had the chicken (my stomach doesn't handle steak & I wasnt in the mood for fish) and my husband had the pork chop. I understand not ordering steak at a steakhouse isn't the greatest idea, but I at least expected a good meal (especially for the prices at ALC). I assumed I would get a chicken breast with a nice sauce, but instead received two overcooked hockey pucks of chicken with their sauce in the side. I tried to drown the chicken with the sauce to make it edible but even the sauce was terrible (maybe this is just a personal taste thing), and nothing can fix overcooked shards of chicken. My husband's pork chop was equally overcooked and inedible. We never send food back at a restaurant, but even our waiter seemed to notice we hadn't taken but maybe 3 bites off our plates. He very kindly offered to remake our food but, to be honest, my appetite was gone and I didn't want anything else from the kitchen. He insisted on bringing us a steak sampler since we had wine left on the table. Unfortunately, the steak sampler was even worse than our initial plates. We asked for medium rare and it came out extremely rare. I took four bites and spit out two of them because it was so chewy I couldn't swallow it. Seeing the steak still on the plate when we asked for the tab, our waiter offered us dessert, but I just wanted to get out of there. They did comp our food, which I expect is because we didn't eat any of it except for the vegetables & some potatoes. I'm not sure if we just went when the kitchen was having an off night, or if we have too high of expectations for pricey steakhouses, or if this place is on the cusp of going downhill. Whatever the case, I wouldn't recommend coming here for a special night out. read more

A fun goal for me is to eventually try all the great steak restaurants around Austin. I'm a little late to the game, but ALC Steak's reputation can't be ignored. On a cold Sunday night, we arrived to the small shopping center on North Lamar. Parking was abundant and quick. The restaurant was small, relatively quiet, and had a nice causal atmosphere given their price point. Our meal started out with their complimentary bread. Prepare your jaw muscles; the bread was delicious and hot, but you definitely have to chew it a bit to get it down. No matter, I gladly devoured a couple rolls. For appetizers, we were curious about their Prime Beef Sashimi. The presentation of the dish was fantastic, and the beef came out in thin slices, marinated in Asian sauces. The flavor of the beef itself was nice, but all the marinade kind of overpowered it. Made for a nice experience, but probably wouldn't order it again. We were here for their Sunday Prime Rib, and they looked amazing! The lights were a bit dim, but you can tell they were cooked perfectly, medium rare for us. The meat was nicely red from the middle of the steak to the outside edges and tender all the way through. The jalapeno horseradish was a bit too strong for my taste, but the garlic au jus sauce was pretty good. But honestly, I would've been perfectly content eating it without a sauce at all. One of the best prime ribs I've had, especially at their price of $32/$38. For my side, I tried their Flash Fried Spinach. It was essentially eating kale chips on a plate with a fork. Nice for a snack, but I would've preferred regular sauteed spinach for this meal. Service was excellent and while the prime ribs were fantastic, the other dishes were just alright. read more

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Loved this steakhouse. The food was incredible and the steaks were made to perfection. My favorite side was the truffle bacon Mac and cheese! The setting is casual and nothing too special. I recommend coming to this restaurant if you have a special event. read more

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ALC Steaks has been serving Austin for about 30 years and that should be "nuff said." There's a reason why they continue to have such great success over such a long time, despite the ever growing "chain" sceen in ATX. ALC is a fantastic spot to sit for a full meal of hand cut, aged beef and wonderful sides (they also offer fish, veg, and other entrée choices). Great for a date night or an evening with friends. Pick your steak (other entrée your desire), and be sure to NOT skip on the crispy, wedge cut potatoes (so good!). The flash fried kale with parm is a fav of mine too. Sitting in the lounge and ordering from the bar menu is just as delightful. ALC has one of the best steakhouse burgers in town imho and getting the 3 steak sampler plate is a must (sirloin, tenderloin, and ribeye; comes with choice of sauce - I highly recommend the gorgonzola butter or chimichurri). The wings and spicy fried chicken sandie are also both stellar choices. Visit Monday through Friday from 4-7pm for discounted bar menu prices. It's quite a deal! Three things that keep me coming back: the steaks are always cooked to absolute perfection! fantastic customer service! and, uh yeah, keep supporting local! Thanks ALC for being a longtime friend. Cheers! read more

This has been an austin institution for a while and it was my first time there! I went for HH and it was a great deal. Be prepared for very dim lighting but the great martinis make up for lack of natural light. We tried the wings, veggie burger, fries, and steak sampler and would recommend any of them on HH! I'm not sure I loved the steak or sauces enough to try for dinner but would definitely go back for HH. read more

ALC Steaks - Steakhouses Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Doesn't have the poshy vibe of Perry's or Capital Grille. It's all about the meat here. But I could argue you shouldn't be going to a steakhouse anyways for the atmosphere... maybe if you were trying to impress a hinge date. Anyways, we got the sweet potato clam chowder as a starter. The first few bites were delicious but the dish quickly wore out its welcome as it became a little too rich. I ordered a manhattan cocktail off menu as well and I think it paired great with meat. For the main, my GF and I actually shared the monster 30z porterhouse, which is more like 22-24 ounces of meat once you factor in the bone weight. It was absolutely delicious and definitely satisfied the steak craving that had been consuming me for some time now. My only complaint was the steak was slightly undercooked for medium rare, definitely closer to rare, especially on the strip side. I know many people have strong opinions on putting sauce on quality steak, but f it. I do what I want lol. We ordered the sauce sampler and got to try 4 homemade sauces: the red chimichurri, alc sauce, Bernaise and Makers Mark bourbon. The chimichurri was probably my favorite. For sides we got the asparagus and added the truffled bacon Mac and cheese as an extra side. The steak came with one side, which is nice because I don't like how other steakhouses just give you the meat with nothing else on the plate unless you pay extra. Like come on, I want a complete meal if I'm paying ~$60. Overall, I'd say this was good steakhouse if you're only focus is on the food. read more

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Love this venerable Austin steak house. Friendly Hostess that seems to enjoy being there at the restaurant. Impeccable waiter with long time tenure before the Frost Bank Building & this PA transplant is an avid Hockey guy that knows his menu up & down. Great drink menu that my lovely wife enjoyed for date night. My Porterhouse Steak was worth the expense & I stayed in my keto diet guidelines with the asparagus with delicious chimichurri sauce. Awesome date night dining! Ps patrons put a jacket on & dress up just a touch to match the awesome cuisine. This is an Austin business with the local feel. read more

ALC Steaks - Cesar Salad - Steakhouses Near Me - Austin, Texas

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Our visit to ALC was outstanding as usual. A reservation was easy to book and we were seated immediatly upon arrival. While the house was pretty full, we recieved excellent and prompt service from Brian. He has helped us on previous visits and really knows how to take care of folks We both enjoyed filet ALC style with Carrots, Asparagus and the Mac & Cheese. They have so many wonderful accompaniments its difficult to choose. I do highly recommend trying one or more of the scratch made steak sauces. ALC is located just outside of downtown with plenty of easy access parking. Its one of our favorite upscale dining options in Austin. read more

A good, solid steakhouse. I would recommend this spot for someone who loves the food of a steakhouse but hates the hoity-toity pretentiousness of most chains. ALC Steaks is MUCH more laid back and down-to-earth but you still get top-notch food and drinks. Really gives off a hometown atmosphere. We ordered the potato clam chowder, New York strip, Mac and cheese, potatoes, asparagus, glazed carrots, martini, and brownie pie....truly every was solid. Service was great too. read more

My husband and I came here to celebrate selling our home recently. We knew it was an older establishment (there is popcorn on the walls, etc.) and not to expect the frills of newer Austin dining places. We enjoyed our steaks. He got a New York Strip, and I got a Ribeye. I was pleasantly surprised by how much I liked the sides. I couldn't get enough of the garlic mashed potatoes and also enjoyed the baked potato and the side rolls. We stopped by for an early dinner at 5pm and it was quite empty. We had a reservation, but I didn't see a need to be honest. We did notice that around 6pm the weekend dinner crowd began to come in and the place got busy. There was a small parking lot up front that filled up quickly but seemed to provide some parking. I don't feel a need to come back but if it did I would love to try their happy hour steak sampler that is offered at the bar. The bar seemed quite small though. read more

ALC Steaks - Ribeye with garlic mashed potatoes - Steakhouses Near Me - Austin, Texas

Looking for a killer steak in Austin? Look no further. I wasn't expecting much from the outside looks of this restaurant, but they definitely delivered on quality and flavor for the appetizers, entrees, and cocktails. I tried the crab cake appetizer along with the shrimp cocktail and a "bee sting" tequila based cocktail. Very tequila forward but it packed a punch. The filet mignon was the main event, and it was melt-in-your-mouth good. I ordered the fried brussel sprouts as a side and they were cooked to perfection. Try this place out if you are in the mood for great steak! read more

ALC Steaks - Filet Mignon and Fried Brussel Sprouts - Steakhouses Near Me - Austin, Texas

Many people said this was a must try, but for me it wasn't anything spectacular. I had very good service, but my bone in ribeye had a lot of very tough sinew. I prefer rare beef, but knowing ribeye needs a little more cooking to render the additional fat I ordered medium rare, but it actually was rare. The flavor was just ok. It was a very large cut, which was great. My son enjoyed his porterhouse. He really liked everything about it. For me, I still prefer Ruth's Chris. I wouldn't not recommend this place, but for me I wouldn't have the bone in ribeye there. read more

I posted review on the Facebook page but forgot to do it here also. My seafood meal was delicious, will be returning. All my coworkers also enjoyed their meals. I met many regulars that night & they all raved about the delicious food. Says a lot about restaurant when they have so many regulars read more

Brought my boyfriend here for his birthday after recommendations from several service industry friends and was not disappointed! Our server, John, was amazing and gave great recommendations on wine, spirits, and food. We loved everything we had and the overall vibe was nice. read more

ALC Steaks - FILET MIGNON with BAKED POTATO and SPICY SIRLOIN SOUP - Steakhouses Near Me - Austin, Texas

The issue with many steakhouses is they often overlap with menus that are essentially the same - making it a tough choice on where to go specifically. When it comes to ALC Steaks there are a few differentiating factors that may help. - 12 oz. Wagyu Denver: the Denver cut of beef is up and coming and this one is well marbled, flavorful, and relatively tender. It costs $54 which, for upscale dining, is not bad at all since wagyu often retails for $90+ at other establishments I've been to. I also got the Green Chile Creamed Corn which is my favorite side here! -10 oz. New York Strip: this one is a classic, so although nothing particularly special about this one, I did get the Truffled Bacon Mac & Cheese as my side which was also pretty good and something you don't find very often. - Chicken Fried Ahi Tuna: this one is the most unique thing here. I've never heard of fried ahi tuna, but alas it exists and it's topped with jalapeño gravy and comes with an egg roll. It's certainly a different type of vibe from the steaks, but if you love a good chicken fry and a good tuna, this is for you! - New Mexico Green Chiles: who doesn't love a jalapeño popper? Well, these are unique in that they are stuffed with goat cheese rather than cream cheese and I am here for it! - Tres Leches: this is a good way to end the dinner if you want something more refreshing (thanks to the moisture of the cake) - French 75 and Raspberry Lemontini: if you're in the mood for a bubbly lemon/gin blend then the French 75 is for you. If you want something a bit more sweet, the Raspberry Lemontini which has a vodka base is for you. Most steakhouses charge you for the side dish, but here you get one included with your steak. Additionally, I like the vibe here as you can come a bit more casually for a night out with friends or you can come dressed up for an anniversary as it's not "intimidating", but rather welcoming. All in all, I give them a 3.5/5, but round up for being a good spot to come to. They have a parking lot which is also another deciding factor. If you're a steak connoisseur like me, I suggest you come try them out! read more

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The Buffalo Lamb Chops and Ribeye + Truffle Bacon Mac I ordered were all delicious, and every member of our 7 person party left feeling full and content with the portion and price ratios. Staff was great; friendly and attentive throughout our whole meal. We also walked in fairly late at night and were seated within 10 minutes. Overall very good experience here at ALC. read more

ALC Steaks - 16oz Ribeye + Truffled Bacon Mac & Cheese - Steakhouses Near Me - Austin, Texas

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It took 15 minutes for a waiter to come take our order which was kind of annoying. For our food, we ordered the ribeye, and it was pretty dry. Honestly, it was nothing spectacular, and there are definitely better steakhouses. The food truck during COVID was a 5-star experience, though. However, the steak at the restaurant was subpar. read more

My husband chose this restaurant for his birthday. He had never eaten there and we've tried a lot of steakhouses. We were intrigued by the independence (not a chain) and the extensive menu. We first visited the bar, which just didn't have the ambiance one would expect from a classy steakhouse. Not a great cocktail program here, but the martinis were good. The host/hostess did not have any information about the guitars displayed, which was disappointing. We liked the onion -- what was it called? It was like a little pizza. Delicious. Wedge was unusual and tasty. My chicken was delicious -- though I was surprised the poblano sauce served with it was cold. But all of that was more or less by the fact that my husband's ribeye was THE WORST HE HAS EVER HAD! It was super tough and gristly. And if you can't vouch for a steak at a steakhouse, then what kind of a steakhouse is it? We will not return. read more

Super atmosphere and steaks !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Yay!!!!!! Hay !!!!!!!! Make reservations early read more

We went yesterday called in a reservation for two... the place was packed we were seated at a table for two that was next to a room cut out for three tables that were all joined together to seat a large group... the group was yelling to be heard and basically drowned out anything I could say to my wife with out yelling... which I refused to do. I ordered the chicken fried steak and was very disappointed... my wife got the tuna in a bed of kale that was good but the dining experience as a whole was miserable due to the screaming folks next to us... we asked the waiter if there was any place else we could be seated but there was none... All in all it was miserable experience... the fried mushrooms were good... but Good, but not enough to change the experience... the only thing that I could see helping the situation out be to hang curtains on the walls and dividers to deaden the noise. read more

My husband & I went out for Valentines and chose ALC this year. We ordered a 6 oz filet (medium) which we used to be able to order medium rare and get it that way. My steak was rare but the waiter was no where in sight. The sides were so so, the service lacking and they got my husband's drink wrong the first time? We only go to steak restaurants 3 times a year and expect the best. The ambience was nice though. read more

Service was excellent. Food was good. I would come back but I wouldn't go to far out of my to do so.

Great steak, service and management! I love coming here. Less expensive than some of the other steakhouses too

Big group bachelor party just spent 1k and the service sucked got charged gratuity and we didn't feel the waiter was attentive to our group. Plates not cleared drinks not refilled no one asked how our meal was. Front of house kept telling us table was ready when it was not ready. Told us to show up early for a our reservation but still waited past our reservation time. I wouldn't recommend for the money. Not professional. read more

Great food and old school atmosphere. Four of us attended a family dinner and the service was outstanding

Excellent old school steak house. Classy without being pretentious. Fast friendly service.

Fancy vibes, great drinks! My fiancé and I love this place. One thing I will mention they do take a very long time on getting your food out. We always order an appetizer to keep us patient. 10/10 recommend! read more

ALC Steaks - PAMATINI - Steakhouses Near Me - Austin, Texas

Great service! Old school steak house that can't be beat! Lamb chops! Wow! Do not forget to get those!

WOW, I'm loving the Happy Hour at ALC Steaks!! Happy Hour is Monday-Friday 4pm-7pm in the Bar area. The HH prices are really good & I totally recommend you checking out HH especially if it's your 1st time at ALC Steaks..you get to explore the menu & drinks for awesome prices..yep, you're welcome;). I mean a handmade margarita or Mexican Martini for $7...popcorn shrimp for $6..Steak Sampler for $10...ALC burger for $5...ALC Fish & chips for $7...and the portions are big!!! Another helpful tip: The HH prices are only for the bar area & the tables near the bar area so the tables & bar seating is limited & fills up fast so you may have to wait depending on the time. Stay awesome ALC Steaks until I see you next time! -Rebecca out read more

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Not a fan at all. Driving in the place was run down and dilapidated, never a good sign. They should change the name to AC steaks given that was what was blowing on me and my food the entire time. Was surprised not to see Freon as a side. Mentioned it twice, no one did a thing. Almost famous crab cake is only famous for having caused me digestive issues all night. Crab cakes are tired and these particular ones are exhausted. Caesar was very oily and almost no Parmesan. Ny steak was entirely average. Only bright spot was service although our waiter did have a full beard, something I am surprised is allowed by the health department. read more

Really enjoyed the ambiance and service. Our waiter was wonderful and attentive. All the food was good, minus my crab cakes which had corn in them The Texas pecan tart with a scoop of vanilla ice cream was delicious! Would definitely go again for a special occasion. read more

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My family and I had a wonderful meal last evening. Our server took great care of us. We ordered steaks and pork chops; all cooked as ordered. Very tasty. Rhubarb dessert was excellent! Only complaint was the veggie sides; although they were ok, the portions were small for what they charged. read more

Okay, I'm back to loving this place again! Last year we had an experience that wasn't very pleasant and I was kind of surprised that the waiter didn't do a little bit more than he did to resolve it but let's let bygones be bygones. We had a dinner reservation for two of us for our anniversary and we invited a very close friend of ours to join us. The restaurant was not too busy, and our waiter Michael was exceptional tonight. I had the 12 oz ribeye with a loaded baked potato and my husband had the 6 oz filet mignon with sliced carrots. We also shared a bottle of wine with our friends because of this special night. Everything went very well, Michael took such good care of us and we appreciated him checking on us from time to time and making sure we were having a good time. With the appetizer, Caesar salad, and the stuffed peppers, I couldn't finish my steak but I took it home and it was still good the next day. We have always loved going to this Austin restaurant tradition for several years now. And will continue to do so in the future. read more

I love the salads here. I know that's kind of an odd way to start reviewing a place primarily known for its meat, but they serve fresh produce of good quality. I'm not much a salad guy either, so it's much more impressive coming from me. I often go for the Rib Eye and regular mashed potatoes. I'd go for garlic at other places, but their regular mashed are better (you always need more garlic than you think). And I can't control my grabby hands when they bring out their bread and butter - they always crisp it for you if you ask :D I've been a longtime customer there and the owner and staff are very nice and do their best to provide great service. The ambiance is great and we often go there to just chill and take our time eating after a long day. The frozen strawberry margaritas are nice :) read more