I took my wife to celebrate our 26th wedding anniversary everyone was very attentive , kind and welcoming the second we walked through the door. Our server Mary made sure we wanted for nothing very knowledgeable about everything BOA had to offer. We had the crab cake, classic Caesar salad table side mash potatoes, asparagus and Chipotle lime corn. Our main dishes were center cut filet and four sixes ribeye with tellichery peppercorn crust and herb butter with a complimentary Strawberry Sunday. Everything was absolutely perfect will definitely be going back and recommending BOA to all our friends. The ambiance was fun and warm suitable for any occasion read more

5 Stars - Amazing Food, Cocktails, and Exceptional Service! What an incredible experience at BOA Steakhouse in Santa Monica! The food was absolutely delicious, but what really made our evening special was our amazing waitress, Leanne J.! From the moment we sat down, Leanne went above and beyond. She thoroughly explained the menu, offered fantastic recommendations, and even walked us through the cocktail selections. I ordered the La Quebrada cocktail based on her recommendation, and it was amazing! My wife Michelle and I shared the Westholme Wagyu New York steak, which was absolutely delicious! We also enjoyed the mashed potatoes and the Farmers Market Broccoli, which was seriously to die for! But what truly set this experience apart was Leanne's personality. She was funny, personable, attentive, and genuinely made us feel welcome. We were dining with our good friends Brandon and Kim, and Leanne fit right in with our group! We shared plenty of laughs, a few cocktails, and some incredible food. Great food makes a restaurant memorable, but exceptional service makes you want to come back. Leanne absolutely delivered on both! Thank you, Leanne, for making our evening so enjoyable. BOA Steakhouse is lucky to have you! We will definitely be back! read more

The service was good, and the food was good as well. However, our server was not helpful and hardly checked on us throughout the evening. She was the short-haired, white female server working last night. The Hispanic gentleman was the one who packed our food and brought us our drinks. After we had already paid our bill, we needed our cake cut. At no point did our server inform us beforehand that there would be a service fee for cutting the cake. Instead, she presented us with an additional bill at the last minute, after we had already paid. Additionally, we were charged a "Sunday platform fee," which was never explained to us. I would like clarification on what this fee is for and why it was added to our bill. Customers deserve transparency regarding all charges, especially fees that are not clearly explained. Overall, it was disappointing and disrespectful that these charges were not communicated to us in advance. Any additional fees should be disclosed before the service is provided, rather than presented as a surprise afterward. Although the food was good, the lack of attentive service and transparency regarding the charges negatively impacted our overall experience. read more

Unforgettable Dinner Night at BOA Steakhouse I went to BOA Steakhouse with my friends, and if I could give it 10 stars, I absolutely would! The vibrant, upscale atmosphere and sleek, modern aesthetic set the ultimate mood for a high-energy group dinner and an unforgettable night out together. around our table was smooth, attentive, and flawless throughout the night. The steaks were phenomenal, both the juicy Center Cut Filet and the rich New York Steak were seared and seasoned to perfection, while the Marinated Skirt Steak brought incredible depth of flavor. To complete the feast, the creamy Roasted Garlic Mashed Potatoes proved to be the ultimate side dish. read more

About a few times a year when we travel to stay cay in Santa Monica (not far away from SB), I love coming to Boa for a few select items- their Wagyu meatballs, Shrimp Scampi, Delicious Scallops and their "Clean" Martini. Love the staff, always warm, welcoming and unpretentious. Relaxed and well designed space (love to sit in the outside/inside space). The steaks are a of course great but gotta have my fave dishes! Enjoy!! read more

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Boa is a must go! I can't believe they even had a happy hour menu! We ate by the bar to see their happy hour menu but only end up getting the tuna tacos, which were delish but miniature to our appetite. Fresh tuna all gone in one bite. We end up ordering the bone marrow with short rib, hamachi crudo, Wagyu meatball. It was perfect portions of food for both of us. The bone marrow with short rib is nothing to skip! Omgoodnesss that bone marrow was seasoned well and on point. Best bone marrow I've had in a long time! Short rib was so tender and went so well with the bone marrow and mini crostini bread. We definitely killed this. No one should ever miss out on this in any Boa. We even had this in Vegas and it's really their signature dish. The Wagyu meatball was also delish. Nice fatty flavor. Hamachi crudo was light, fresh, and tasty. The ultimate star of the end of the show was this sticky toffee pudding cake with salted caramel ice cream. I've had sticky toffee pudding in other steakhouses and restaurants. The best I've had was at Hell's Kitchen; however that was put to shame after having this here at Boa! The bartenders were saying that the English chef used his family recipe on this one. By GOLLY WIZ, it was absolutely exquisite! The cake was super fluffy, warm, and not dense like others I've had. It wasn't too sweet and it went so well with the salted caramel ice cream. Absolutely heavenly. This will take #1 in my book. Service here was amazing! Ryan and Mark at the bar were so nice and always checking up on us. Great customer service and very welcoming! I love how the menu had nonalcoholic options. I got the margarita nonalcoholic which actually tasted pretty decent!! Without the extra calories and sugar. Ambiance is casual/dressy. Happy hour is 5-6pm. Great options. Random Tip of etiquette: Don't ask the waiter to order off the happy hour menu for your friends coming late when it's passed 15min after happy hour. It's so tacky in a higher end restaurant. I can't believe locals do this. Don't go to high end restaurants than if you plan to be cheap. Just saying. read more

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Went here for their Mother's Day Brunch and everything was fantastic! Great selection of food and desserts (including ice cream)! Seafood which I love! We were greeted and seated immediately since we had a reservation. They gifted each mother with a little succulent! The mimosa cart lady was a whole vibe! She looked out for us! Since this is an all-you-can-eat buffet - don't wear spanks! Sorry I did not take more pictures but I wanted to be present for the occasion since we were celebrating my 1st Mother's Day! (I'm a dog mom) read more

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Went to Boa with my friend for a girls night! We really enjoyed the atmosphere. We got seated at a round booth which was comfy and cute. My friend is vegan which was a major reason we wanted to try this spot due to Boa having a vegan steak on the menu. Our waiter mentioned it had gotten taken off the menu then re added so if you're going for the vegan steak I would definitely call to make sure it's still on the menu when you're trying to go. I got the NY strip steak cooked medium. It was good but I wasn't WOW'd. I do think I had high expectations with all of the hype around Boa. Mashed potatoes were soooooo good and I enjoyed the tempura cauliflower. There's a paid parking outdoor lot right next to the restaurant. read more

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Our waiter from Rhode Island was terrific! He made a birthday a big delicious celebration!!! The view of the sunset on the patio booth and the service and the food were spectacular! read more

My family went to Boa to celebrate my brother's graduation and we had a wonderful time! Let's start with service. Everyone was so kind and efficient, but hats off to our waitress, Leanne! She truly went above and beyond to make my brother feel special and celebrated. She brought out little virgin piña colada flutes for us to toast his achievement, and she even surprised him with a complimentary dessert to mark the occasion. Leanne was incredibly welcoming and attentive throughout the entire meal, and it was so lovely that other staff members also took the time to check in on us and chat with my brother about his graduation. The food was just as amazing as the service. The tableside Caesar salad was a really cool experience, and our steaks were cooked perfectly--everything was seasoned and flavorful. We finished the night with the cookie dessert, which was absolutely incredible. The overall vibe was really relaxed. We sat outdoors so we had ocean views and the weather was perfect. They had heaters on in the evening. Indoors was pretty packed as we were leaving but the ambiance was great. The restaurant was buzzing with conversation and people were watching the game by the bar while eating dinner. Overall, it was an amazing experience from start to finish. I can't go back fast enough! read more

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This was such a nice experience. The staff was so friendly and attentive. This is not a cheap dinner place so be prepared to spend. Party of 4 our bill was over $500. Food was delicious. The wine was some of the best I've ever had. My one complaint would be they offer a suggestion to enhance your milk but don't tell you there is an additional cost for that suggestion. Other than that we had a beautiful dinner. I would definitely come back for a special occasion read more

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The food was decent but not worth the price in my opinion. The staff and ambiance were amazing though! read more

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We have been coming to BOA for years. They have had vegan options for awhile thankfully but now they have recently added a vegan steak plate with fries which is so good! Right now they have a couple vegan options such as the cauliflower tempura, Thai curry, beyond steak, and smashed broccoli. Other steakhouses should learn from BOA and have some vegan options so we all can enjoy the food together. The service is always amazing here as well. Love that the dress code is not as strict as the West Hollywood location. It's nice to just walk around the beach in athletic shoes and come eat here after. read more

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It's never happened to me! I swear, please believe me! I've heard that it can happen to some guys from time to time but never to me. However, it did happen to me, in front of my beautiful date. She said that it was ok and that it can happen to any guy but it did not quell my embarrassment or shame. It lead me to asking questions like, "Am I really a man or just a boy?" The day started off perfectly enough, I took my lovely lady friend to BOA and we planned on eating a medieval portion of food, while gazing at the beach from our patio seats. I ordered a vodka martini for myself and a diet coke for my guest and went right ahead into ordering the food. We ordered like people who had not seen food in a while, it started with the Truffle Mac N Cheese, Roasted Bone Marrow, Ceviche, Mashed Potatoes, Roasted Peppers, The Bone-In Kansas City Filet, and Ribeye along with a Lobster Tail to share. While we waited for our food, we drank, we laughed, we flirted and we drank some more, martinis for me and diet coke's for my lady of that day. When the food arrived both of us beamed at all the deliciousness in front of us and were sure that we would need to-go boxes at the end of our meal. We ate and drank like war heroes returning from battle and as the conversation continued to flow, the manager of the restaurant started to approach the table ominously. Once he had arrived he delivered some surprising news to me, when he said, "Sir, unfortunately we're going to have to cut you off." Surprised I responded, "Cut me off from what?" The answer to that question my friends, was martinis. Apparently I had drank 6 martinis in a span of 60 minutes and they would not serve me a 7th. Sure I was perfectly behaved and that manager wasn't my mother but I was put on the naughty list, just because the bartender makes weak drinks. Slightly embarrassed but without a buzz we decided to pay our bill and take a walk on the beach, where I had buried a flask of whiskey in the sand. I'm sure the beach won't cut me off, although the lifeguards and police officers might be able to. The good news is that alcohol makes you hungry and everything at BOA was delicious, so there was no food left over to take home after our meal. Keep ordering your drinks from different waiters and having a sense of humor my friends... read more

One of the best birthday celebrations ever! My daughter, Juana and I had a memorable evening. Our reservation found us at a charming corner table just adjacent to the lounge. We sat side by side with full people watching view. Vinny, I believe the floor captain greeted me by my first name. He was so kind and hospitable. Following behind was an our beautiful and fabulous server, Christian. Our dinner. Caviar Cones (2) Filet with bone-in Ribeye with bone-in Grill Asparagus Baked Potato and Dinner Rolls. Add my birthday Toffee Pudding topped with ice cream! Perhaps the best steak dinner ever! read more

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As others have mentioned, the food was out of this world but the service was lacking. Or waitress was great but the intervals in between check-ins were sparce. There were multiple times I had to flag someone down for something. Again, the staff is extremely friendly but they could do a little more to follow up. You're not bugging us, I promise. That said, it still didn't affect my rating. 5 stars all the way. Everything was delicious, we can't wait to go back. The Mac and Cheese, out to go order was spectacular. The corn .... yeah, the chipotle lime corn was the stuff of dreams. Now I know why everyone complained when they took it off the menu. Our Porterhouse was perfect, it came on an iron skillet and kept it warm the entire time we were there. Sliced and ready to go, none of this cutting it yourself nonsense, haha. Given it's location to us though, Mortons is so much closer and what I thought a steakhouse should be but Boa was something to remember. We can't wait to go back!! read more

Back to BOA. My fave steak house in Santa Monica. Celebrated my birthday and I got free dessert, cookies and ice cream. Love it. The staffs are friendly and very attentive, they don't get into your nerves. Keeping the table clean when dishes are empty. Bone Marrow was delish. read more

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We flew down to LA just to try BOA Steakhouse for my mom's birthday after hearing so many amazing reviews--and it beyond exceeded our expectations. We started with the Boa Fusion cocktail, which was sweet, strong, and sooo good. Then we ordered the table Caesar salad, and even for three people it was more than enough. For the main course we got the Australian Wagyu ribeye with sautéed mushrooms, paired with the Boa "boujee" twice-baked potato and Brussels sprouts. The steak was melt-in-your-mouth good--tender, flavorful, and honestly exceeded my expectations for steak anywhere. The boujee potato had caviar and crème fraîche, which I had never even thought about putting on a potato before... but now I feel like all my potatoes need to be made like this. After getting completely stuffed from dinner, we finished with the Valrhona chocolate crémeux. It was absolutely to die for--pure chocolate heaven. Start to finish everything was amazing. Service: 10/10 Food: Top tier The whole dinner really knocked it out of the park and made my mom's birthday feel special. Flying down just to eat here might sound crazy, but after this experience it was 100% worth it. I would definitely come back. read more

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Wow! The food and drinks here are unbelievable. Obviously amazing. The service is the best - Thea was so sweet and very personable.True professional with making cocktails The best Espresso Martini ever read more

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Food-Service-Wednesday half price wine by the bottle. Going there tonight is nothing but unsurpassed pleasure. Imbibe, chomp and start over again. Jovial staff and patrons just enhance the experience. Ron H Five read more

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Love! The staff and the view was beautiful. Took the family here for my daughter's birthday, would definitely recommend if you are visiting the pier. read more

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Celebrating an anniversary and Boa did not disappoint. It is obvious that Boa cares about the customer's experience. Food, service, ambiance is top notch! It was a great way to celebrate! read more

Just went to BOA Malibu had Chris what a guy. Made our whole time amazing. Thank you for a great time.. read more

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This is truly quality steakhouse!! Great venue and service. The only thing I would suggest is for them to let customers know the prawns we order is not really prawn but 4 small shrimps. Other than that it's a 5 star steakhouse. I love it of course great ambiance right on ocean Avenue. Beautiful setting. read more

My in-laws were staying in Santa Monica a few weeks ago so my wife and I went and got dinner with them. This was my first time going to a BOA Steakhouse location and it didn't take long to win me over. This place is absolutely beautiful inside and had an extremely friendly and attentive staff to go with it. The menu is pretty much what you expect from a steakhouse, offering a decent selection of steak cuts, some chicken and pork options, lots of sides, appetizers, and of course a few deserts to top you off at the end. I tried a decent amount of things so let's just break it down. Lobster Mac N' Cheese- This was definitely some of the best lobster Mac N' Cheese I remember having. The lobster itself had such a good flavour while the cheese and noodles didn't taste like generic steakhouse cheese, it had it's own distinct flavour that was absolutely delicious. Corn (Don't remember the technical name, it was seasonal)- The corn was served piping hot with a lemon and tasted very, very, very good. Original Mashed Potatoes- I'm a sucker for some good mashed potatoes and these ones absolutely did the job. Very light, Very good flavour, top notch. Centercut Filet Steak- Very solid piece of beef, cooked medium rare and had great flavour. Sticky Toffee Pudding- It's been too long since I had one of these and the wait was more than worth it. This thing was was absolutely amazing, so much flavour, and looked oh so nice. Overall, BOA Steakhouse gets a 5/5 in my book. I loved everything I ate, the staff was great, and the dark/calm environment made for a nice atmosphere. If you need a nice steak while passing through Santa Monica, BOA is the place to go. read more

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Chris was exceptional!!! The food and drinks were superb!!!! We were there celebrating a birthday and I brought my own dessert and the manager and Chris made it so special! Thank you for such an amazing experience. read more

The food was delicious and the plates were big / delicious. The service was okay, our server just seemed out of it and not very attentive. It's a great romantic spot very intimate, but the service could have been a little better for the price of the food. read more

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Boa has always been one of my favorite steakhouses, and my recent visit was made even better thanks to Courtland, the host. On my way out, she did a very thoughtful gesture for me, which I truly appreciated, and I wanted to leave her a nice review for it. If you're visiting Boa, definitely say hi to Courtland--she goes above and beyond to make guests feel valued and well taken care of. I would give this visit 5 stars, but they had run out of crab, which was all my significant other was craving that night, so he was a little bummed. That said, we will definitely be back again. read more

While the tables around us received amazing service, with staff being kind and attentive, our experience unfortunately fell short. Our waiter was friendly and pleasant, but the level of service we received didn't match what was being provided to nearby parties. My steak was overly charred, and no one came by to check on our meals. By the time we managed to flag down our server, we simply asked for the check. It was disappointing that dessert wasn't even offered. Overall, I had high expectations that weren't met. That said, I would highly recommend the macaroni and cheese and the spinach--they were the highlight of the meal. read more

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First off, they offer valet parking next door by the Blue Oyster Plate for $17 with validation. I ended up parking about a block away at the parking structure. I ended up paying $5 for about 4 hours or so. The parking lot right behind the restaurant was charging $27 maximum if I remember correctly. Walked in and informed them we were her for their all night Happy Hour. Was seated immediately as the restaurant was not busy at all due to the 4th and everybody was probably at an event to watch the fireworks. Their HH menu was kind of limited and in all honesty, didn't have much that I wanted to try. Even their drinks were just ok. We did end up ordering the Thai chili boneless wings. It had good flavor and kind of reminded me of orange chicken a little bit, but the meat was dry. I thought the drinks were just ok, but for $9, you really can't complain. We ended up ordering a 14oz ribeye and this was a very good piece of meat. Just salt and pepper and it came with a peppercorn sauce that was not really needed as the steak was seasoned perfectly. The service here was great and so was the steak, I just wished their HH menu had better offerings. read more

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Great selection of steaks and cocktails, but be prepared to Spend some money. Party of three and our bill was over $700 but well worth it. They also have a great selection of seafood. read more

Yum! We came to Boa for a work dinner and I'm so so very happy we did. Our server was a lot of fun and very informative about the foods, especially because we had a food allergy in the party. I got the petite filet with the roasted onion butter and we ordered the chipotle lime corn, sauteed mushrooms, and broccoli sides for the table. My steak was so good! I order mine medium well because I don't like it bloody, but it's still tender. It was delicious! I'd never had onion butter before and it did not disappoint. If you like onions, go for it. The sides were also great! Service was top notch here and we had a lovely time! If you can swing it, you need to try this place at least once. The dress code isn't super strict and we didn't have a reservation when we walked in (Monday when the opened). read more

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Gorgeous restaurant when you enter, love their plush seats. The server we had went above and beyond at every turn, we absolutely adored him. Had a bunch of appetizers and a steak, so good. Cocktails were also delicious. Definitely a great spot to go to! read more

Exceeded high expectations. + The dry-aged ribeye was exceptional -- perfectly cooked, clearly handled with care. + Sides and cocktails were equally well-executed. + Service was standout. Joe was attentive, professional, and added real value to the experience. This is a serious steakhouse that delivers. I'll be returning. read more

BOA Steakhouse - Ribeye, rolls Mac and Cheese, Brussels Sprouts and Bacon, NY Strip - Steakhouses Near Me - Santa Monica, California

Honestly, the food was really good. I really enjoyed that the petite filet mignon was perfectly medium rare just how I like it the mashed potatoes or something. You definitely should try and if you have a sweet tooth, the cookie is so soft and so warm when it's served, it should be illegal! I would've given it five stars, but unfortunately, our server was just not the friendliest. read more

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I'd been in Santa Monica for a show which got out at 9 p.m. and I was dying for some steak. I was familiar with the BOA Steakhouse location in West Hollywood, which I've both gone to in person and also ordered delivery from, so I thought the Santa Monica location would be a sure thing. Location 5 Stars. It's right across from the ocean and it's very centrally located to lots of shopping, bars, etc. Service 5 Stars. I was greeted and seated at the bar right away, and the bartender took good care of me. Food 3 stars. It should've been a lot better. I ordered the petite filet without any extra butters or sauces ("just cow," I said), but that was a mistake -- because the outside of the steak was SO dry and crispy, not the normal good char of a steak, that it needed something to make it wet. The inside of the cut was much better but it was really cooked medium (light pink throughout) and not medium rare as I requested. It also doesn't come with any sides, just a sad little round hunk of beef in the middle of a white plate. So, I ordered a side -- all of which are meant for sharing, but I knew I could bring it home and reheat it as leftovers. I chose the mashed broccoli instead of the mashed potatoes because it was listed as gluten-free (not sure what would've been contaminated in potatoes, which don't contain gluten, but better safe than sorry). Honestly, this dish was kind of gross -- just a chunky, green glob that was only partially smashed and had a very pungent broccoli flavor with not much other seasoning. (I added a lot of salt and pepper but it didn't seem to help.) It got worse when I tried to eat it as leftovers the next day, so I ended up throwing the remaining portion out. The exception was the dessert that the bartender recommended as a gluten-free option: the s'mores, which was excellent. I loved the toasted marshmallow and the flourless chocolate cake. Great presentation and really yummy. Drinks 4 stars. I love that they have blue cheese olives but my dirty martini wasn't really dirty at all. I might go back for a drink or dessert, but I won't splurge on dinner here again. read more

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Last night I walked and was seated, being told that a reservation is necessary but the table was in a bad location very uncomfortable to sit. Management should have known this and not put a table in front of the patio entrance. However they did sit us a better table. Unfortunately that's when everything went bad. They switched servers and the accommodations were subpar. My appetizer was bad. That burrata was not from Italy. I've had real Italian burrata from N10 in Beverly Hills. If you don't have heirloom tomatoes don't serve me tasteless tomatoes. Tell me we don't have tomatoes shame. I was told we don't have the 6666 steak but than they had it. But the worst part was the time it took for the food to arrive. 35 minutes for two simple appetizers the table next to us got it in 10 minutes of sitting down. The 6666 steak was not worth the price. Very bland flavor and very little marbling. The presentation of the food very mediocre. Won't be returning. read more

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From the moment we walked into this restaurant, we felt welcome. The lighting, attentive staff l, and more than amazing food/wine made for fun Monday night. Our favorites were the Hamachi Crudo, Caviar Cones, Tableside Caesar Salad, Brooklyn Style Porterhouse Medium-Rare of course, and you must get dessert. The chocolate ice cream with toppings alongside the sticky toffee pudding is pure heaven. We paired it all with a nice 1L bottle of Caymus Napa Cabernet Sauvignon. Thank you to Clay and Edward for the top notch service! We will be back very soon. read more

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I come here often and food & service are always superb never any complaints. Last night I had a new server by the name of Leanne and she was nothing short of exceptional and I personally had to give her a 5 star review! Thanks again for the great food and service read more

This haven for the affluent is but a block away from whatever effluence is in the Bay that day. Enjoy the view. You'll be greeted by two affable gents at the Host Podium and then ushered to your mini table. Yes, the tables are for Lilliputians. I would be beg for a booth lest you be so close to your date, you can pick the creamed Spinach from his/her/their teeth. The decor is Steakhouse slick. Sharp angles of Charcoal, Slate Gray, and Black with violent Red accents. Nothing cold or distant wherever Host puts you as there ain't a bad seat in the House. There is a wrap around patio so you can dine closer to the throng of thong clad tourists. Think of this place as a seaside Walmart. It's quite entertaining. Once inside you are treated like Mister A-lister. The vibe is all class act. So, lean back in your booth and revel in the opulence. A micro Pina Colada with a Cymbidium bloom clinging to the rim of it's tiny little glass arrives signifying that you have arrived. A liquid Amouse Bouche. Delish that was. Menus all around and thankfully no server reading the whole thing like a liturgy from a High Mass. No tray of glistening raw meat sweating at the table's edge while a server recites a detailed explanation to which no one is listening. No monologue by the server extolling the virtues of what he/she/they likes to eat. The Staff: Efficient and an eye on everything. Cool Hand Chris resembled a cross between Steve Martin and Kevin Costner. He was smart, professional and opened with 10 minutes a "A" Material schtick. He could've warmed up a funeral to peels of laughter in seconds. He was a joyful addition to a fine dinner. The Bar: Complete and full despite being completely full. You want it, they'll have it, or create it. "Chris, what do I want?" "Bee Blossom", he buzzed. It showed up in a kitschy Bee Hive Glass. Monkey 47 Gin, Orange Blossom Honey, Egg White, and a Honey Ice Pop. That bee-st had a stinger and delightfully so. My cocktail was tangy and tart with some serious pucker power. Two sips and I looked like I got my lips caught in the elevator doors. Who's here? The Swells dining with the swollen outside looking in like Pound Puppies. There were chubby tourists with fat wallets, neighbors, regulars, and those who know a great steak when they see one and are willing to travel a bit to have one. The Food: This kitchen cooks with confidence. The table side Caesar will prove it. The Salad was spot on and hit the spot. Chilled fresh Romaine with a creamy yet traditional Dressing. It was a measured balance of greenery to Dressing. Yes, there is a Raw Egg mixed in as there should be along with a pile of Anchovies lounging in a cold Silver cup. Don't over look the house made Croutons distributed onto the Salad at the last moment to retain their crunch to the end. Then what do you do with the puddle of dressing when you're done? Should you swipe right or left? I say grab a just baked Parker House Roll and simply circle the plate sopping and mopping without stopping. This Caesar was a pleaser. How bout some Hamachi Crudo with Preserved Meyer Lemon, and a shave or two of Black Truffle with a Brunoise of Celery all doubling as a palate cleanser? Clean, light and tasty. Time for the main attraction. Brooklyn Style Porterhouse (ala Peter Luger). It came with two beefy dudes carrying the grill plate like pallbearers in Asbestos suits and gloves. The Steak cooks at 1,000 degrees and arrives on a plate heated to 500 degrees before being anointed with 1/2 a cup of melted Butter. Napkins to necks please as the Butter on the platter spatters and sputters when it hits the plate which is hotter than a Jet Engine tossing off sufficient heat to trip the Sprinkler System. Wanna impress the Waiter? Go ahead, drop your tongue on the platter to show them what you're made of. Grease in every direction so, Ladies, cover up that new Alice and Olivia Blouse and while the blouse can't be salvaged the Steak is so good, it's worth it. The Tenderloin and the Strip Steak were grilled just right and dissected table side. Accoutrements included Creamy/Raw Horseradish, Bearnnaise Sauce, Chimichurri Sauce, Peppercorn make it seem like I was dating half the Sorority. You won't want to take a break from this steak as it was hard to leave the meat alone to the bone. Sidekicks were thick crispy creamy French Fries, a deep bowl of Creamed Spinach topped with half a can of French Fried Onions. (Next morning it is perfect for breakfast with a Jammy Egg in the crater you made in the Spinach mound. The New Chef, Brandon Collins, a skilled had with a skillet added his signature dessert to the menu. Sticky Toffee Pudding. The Pud flirted with being a touch too dry. A tweak is required to make as perfect as he can make it and when he makes it, it is damn perfect. As soon as I drop the weight I just ate BOA Steak gets a re-take. read more

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