We went on a Friday night, easily got a table. The drinks were delicious and festive. Our food was flavorful and a healthy portion. The pricing was reasonable for the area. It was a little bright in the room we were in. Lower lighting would have been nice. Overall it is a nice place that we'd return to. read more

Chops Grille - Steakhouses Near Me - Kingston, New York

Ate here for Father's Day and it was outstanding! Appetizers were delicious and Shrimp were some of the largest I've ever seen in a restaurant! My entree steak was so tender and melted! Denny the owner is very nice and checks on the customers and makes you feel like family read more

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Exceeded our expectations. My dining companion had heard of it and we were all in. We shared the wedge salad which was served with croutons and red onion slices on the side. They had the seafood pasta and I had the NY strip and scallops, garlic mashed potatoes and sautéed spinach. We shared chocolate cheese cake. Wow... read more

Fantastic! Great steak. Great chocolate cake for desert. In the heart of Kingston it was a fabulous experience for road weary travellers. We needed a simple good meal. Such a lovely, kind hostess, waiters, and owner. Highly recommended. read more

Chops Grille - the entrance to the restaurant - Steakhouses Near Me - Kingston, New York

Chops does excellently on the gluten free front: they understand the issue and are sincere with people who ask questions. On top of that the food is impeccable, their service and presentation are old school, and they honor the privacy of their customers. Also: there is an elevator and wheelchair access for those who cannot make the climb up six steps of the front entrance. So if you're worried about access, worry no more -- there's easy access and lots of space. read more

Chops Grille - Steakhouses Near Me - Kingston, New York

Went for Valentine's Day and it was ok. My medium steak was a bit rare but did taste good. Service took some time and ambience was a little lacking, but mainly it was distracting because a mouse was running around the dining room. Apparently some roadwork had driven him inside! read more

Solid. Cool old building in up and coming Kingston. Solid drink - good pour and well made Old Fashion. We kept it simple - salad and burger Good fresh salad - large enough for two. Excellent perfectly fired burger. Finished with a well prepared dessert. Pleasant welcoming appreciative staff. read more

Great steak and excellent martinis. Was there on a Sunday night and we had the whole place to ourselves. Decor is a bit dated.

Service was ok noisy kids around appetizer was good wine was good. I wore a New York steak, medium rare it was cooked perfect, but it was very tough and I sent it back read more

Just ate at Chops. Service was very good, food not so much. My wife had a "Kobe" beef burger. Problem was there was no Kobe (Japanese or US) beef in the burger. They charged $21 for a regular (probably 80/20 select grade beef) frozen beef patty that I could have bought from any grocery store. The order was for a medium burger, it came out well done. Staff was great, took it back and we suggested maybe they cook it medium rare this time, came out rare. Well, third time a charm, problem was NO Kobe beef anyplace near our table. The manager and owner ought to be ashamed. Seems illegal to advertise and charge for something that is not provided. Giving 2 stars for the staff who did their best, however I would have given 1 star for my dinner as well as the fake kobe. read more

A friend and I went here for dinner tonight based upon a recommendation from someone. We arrived at 5:45pm and was promptly seated, noticing there was only one other table of customers, but it was a large party of ten. We ordered pretty quickly and then the wait began. It took nearly an hour for our food to arrive ... one chicken and one buttermilk fried chicken dinner. My friend loved his chicken with vegetables and mashed potatoes and finished it. My buttermilk fried chicken was overcooked with a very dark brown look to it. Upon biting into the first piece, it was very crunchy (again, overcooked), greasy and tasted like the oil needed to be changed days ago. The vegetables and mashed potatoes were good, but I couldn't eat two of the four pieces. When it came time to pay, we were told that if we paid with a Visa or Mastercard, there was a 4% service fee. If we paid with a debit card or Amex, there wouldn't be a service fee. By the way, for two chicken dinners each with vegetables and mashed potatoes, one cup of soup and two beverages (iced tea and Diet Pepsi) the bill was $81! An hour wait for food (in a nearly empty restaurant), burnt fried chicken and a 4% service fee was all I needed to insure that I can't recommend this restaurant nor would I ever go back. read more

The butter garlic flank steak flavor was to die for, loved that it was tender, but I didn't like that it was very fatty. They were very accommodating. Mandi was our amazing waitress. My friends enjoyed the ribs wings that they had on the appetizer menu, it satisfied their desire for barbecue ribs. I usually don't like salmon when I eat out, but theirs was not dry nor was it flavorless. I would definitely recommend this restaurant. read more

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I dropped in this weekend for the first time. I got a filet mignon with veggies and garlic mashed potatoes. My dinner was DELICIOUS. I like my steak medium, and it came out perfect. The side salad dressing was sooo good. The dinner also came with hummus and pita. I left very full and happy. I would definitely go back! read more

Good food that came though in a pinch as most places were closed on New Year's Day. The service was excellent. Very polite and attentive. The restaurant itself was immaculate. The food was solid. It's not going to amaze you like some other places would. It's a solid place with a nice, clean setting and good service. Bonus for the Bomb Juice IPA on tap too! read more

Came here for my wife's birthday heard about it through Yelp saw they had great reviews on Yelp and Google, very nice old building. Our waitress Yvonne was very friendly and knowledgeable the owner was very friendly. The atmosphere was quiet on a Monday the bar is really nice we ordered bang bang shrimp which was delicious I ordered the 20 oz Ny strip which was delicious my wife had the grilled salmon she loved it. We met a lovely couple who we shared a good conversation and a lot of laughs with that it was just a perfect night from beginning to end finished off with the delicious chocolate cake and coffee and Baileys. I would highly recommend Chops for a quiet dinner or a group, we plan on going back. Thank you read more

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Steak was great, the french fries were awesome, the Caesar salad was solid And the bartender Steve was the best! NY Strip - 4.5 Caesar salad - 4.0 Service - 5.0. read more

Decided to try Chops Grille after being left standing at the front door by the hostess at Front Street Tavern. She ignored us for a few minutes and finally said I'll be right back. She disappeared for at least ten minutes with no explanation and never came back. We got impatient and left. We were grateful that fate brought us to Chops Grille, a charming family owned place down the street. The restaurants owner, Denny greeted us at the door. We were promptly seated and well taken care of by a friendly professional staff for the duration of the meal. The food was delicious and the portions were enormous! The owner came by several times throughout the meal to make sure that everything was to our satisfaction! We could not have been more pleased! If you are ever in Kingston. NY be sure to try the place out! read more

We've been here twice for dinner and everything was fabulous both times. The food is amazing. Most recently we had the cream of mushroom soup, which was sheer perfection. The cod and pork chops were delicious and we loved the warm pita and homemade humus spread instead of bread read more

I had Easter dinner last Sunday at chops Grille with my sister and a friend. I had the leg of lamb and it was cooked to perfection and served with a delicious and savory thyme infused Demi glaze. My sister had the salmon which was exquisitely broiled with a rich glaze with a touch of sweetness. I highly recommend this uptown Kingston restaurant!!! read more

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Great atmosphere! Greeted warmly upon entering. Lots of friendly interaction and patient since we didn't order right away. When we did order our food, the portions were huge!!!! And cooked perfectly. The fries were a 10++ Highly recommend! read more

One of the best restaurants in Kingston for American or continental food. Very good quality in food, service, and decent ambiance.

Great experience! We ordered the lamb chops and grilled seafood salad. Amazing portions and super flavorful. Staff was so accommodating and took great care of our needs. Denny was awesome! Totally recommend for friends and family! read more

Just left eating there with my sister. I live in the city and came to Kingston to visit her. We stumbled on Chops Grille and I have already texted all my friends that this restaurant is where they need to go to eat when they come to Kingston. We ordered the Meatballs to start which we ended up fighting over who should eat the last meatball because it just tastes sooooooooo delicious. I had the rack of lamb with potato and vegetables and I am in love. The food there is so good. The service was great as well. Amilia I think was my waitress and she was so nice. We met Danny who also was nice to us and both kept checking on us to make sure everything was okay. There were what looked to us, regulars sitting at the bar and they gave my sister and I much entertainment. I really enjoy the food, service and wine. COMPLETELY RECOMMEND!. read more

A few nights ago we had the pleasure of eating at Chops Grille on the corner of Fair and John Street in Kingston! We ordered the pasta with mussels, shrimp and scallops! This dish was amazing --- with all fresh seafood. The mussels were so tender they melted in your mouth! Shrimp were large and scallops were tender! We had such a generous portion that we had the leftovers tonite! So good! If you are in the area you must try it out. You won't be disappointed! read more

Came here tonight as a Christmas party for my fathers job, I have never gotten better service. The owner came and sat with everyone at their tables, treated everyone as if he's known them for years. The service was out of this world, I would like to thank all employees for the most wonderful experience. Definitely gave a relaxed atmosphere, a place to hang out and have fun, being at this restaurant for 3 hours definitely made everyone forget about everything going on in the world. I am no food critic but the food was AMAZING!! Presentation was fabulous, if you have not tried this place yet, you have too. Personally I know it's a night everyone and I will never forget!! read more

We had a reservation but the owner said he couldn't seat us for ten minutes "to give the kitchen time to catch up." At least he's honest. So we went to the bar. No wines by the glass, no cocktails menu, so I ordered a drink the bartender recommended which was so-so. Not a great start. All the servers and staff were running to and fro frantically, but there was some festival going on in town, and the restaurant was packed, so I'll excuse the hectic atmosphere. After about 20 minutes, we were seated at a nice roomy table. The calamari appetizer was very good: plump, fresh, with more than enough marinara sauce in a gravy boat (whereas other places give you an inadequate amount). I ordered the oysters, but were told there were none. So, I chose the special gnocchi appetizer, which was tasty and nicely plated. His strip steak was enormous and perfectly cooked to rare. My cod was not as good -- tasted a bit fishy and not very fresh -- but the sides of spinach and roasted potatoes were fine. My glass of wine (ten bucks) was a very generous pour, but was of poor quality. I barely finished half. Our server was very good and did her best though all the staff seemed quite harried. Not the most relaxing environment, as I said. With tip, it was $150 for the two of us -- fair considering we had 2 cocktails, a glass of wine, 2 appetizers and two mains. Will definitely go again though under more regular circumstances. read more

Chops Grille holds a singular place within the pantheon of Kingston restaurants. It is a solid option both for friendly conversation while solo dining, and for a group seeking sufficient space to itself. The menu is thoughtful. The staff is dedicated. read more

I was very excited to try this place out. And maybe it was just a bad night out of its normal days BUT I was very disappointed. The staff was friendly and attentive. But the food was burnt. All of it! Lol First I had a "red" onion soup (same as a french onion which uses sweet white onions except it has red onions). The cheese on top should be perfectly oozy and melty. It was burnt to a crisp. I pushed pass this because everything I've had in Kingston has been amazing so far. Then the burgers come out. Burnt! Dry.. both burgers my partner and I had were just awful. The baled potato was good tho. Such a shame. I'll stick to my other favs in town. read more

Chops Grille - Burnt Red onion soup - Steakhouses Near Me - Kingston, New York

My family and I came to Kingston for the holiday season. While looking for a place to eat dinner, I was lucky enough to find Chops Grille on Yelp. It was less than a 5 minute walk from Front St where we parked. Upon entering, we were welcomed immediately by the owner, Denny. The restaurant is in a historic building that is decorated nicely and has good, low lighting. The TV at the bar is there for watching the game, but is not loud and doesn't dominate the space for those who don't want to watch. Our waitress (a young woman with long blond, wavy hair) was fantastic. All the staff were extremely attentive and gracious. In particular, the owner thanked us more than once for giving him our business, which is so rare and special these days. Much appreciated! I had the filet mignon, which was delicious. All the portions were quite large, so much so that we had lots of leftovers to take back to our Airbnb. You get a lot for your money here. Wonderful experience, and will definitely go back next time we're in town. read more

Absolutely delicious! We started with dirty grey goose martinis made to perfection. Iced glasses. Moved to scallops which were the special and did not disappoint. A bit strong on the pepper but the lemon cut it and made it great. Strip steak and filet were amazing! Usually when I ask for medium it's over done but this place made it almost rare. The mashed potatoes and string beans were perfection. Too stuffed for desert. Staff was amazing. Place is very nice inside. Highly recommend. read more

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This is the best restaurant in the area! Food is excellent, interesting selections, always prepared in interesting and delicious meals. Service is excellent, and the owner is always present to make sure your dining experience is the best. Last night I chose the lamb dinner special, my wife ordered a New York strip, and my son had the pasta special. Each entree was prepared perfectly. This is not to be missed. read more

Very nice family restaurant and the food is outstanding. Food was cooked just right, staff very friendly. Thanks! read more

We happened upon Chops while visiting from Ft. Worth, TX. When we arrived we were told they had just sat 2 large parties ( ours was a party of 7). While there was a little bit if a wait, the food and service were terrific, and worth a little bit of a wait. The menu had a variety of options . We had the pork chop, a shrimp carnivale, and the New York Strip, all if which were very good . We would eat here again. read more

Great food - great staff! My husband and I stopped here on the way to Newark airport tonight and had a very good meal and great service. It is only five minutes off the Kingston exit on the thruway, but also in a great location in the center of a nice walking town! read more

Chops Grille - Had a great meal at Chops Grille tonight - snow and all! The Cobb salad was excellent - full of avocados and perfectly seasoned chicken! - Steakhouses Near Me - Kingston, New York

We honestly had a somewhat mixed bag experience at Chops. Overall service was good, and when I ordered a Moscow Mule they did not have a ginger beer but they mixed up something generally similar and it was on the house. Very nice of them to do that. We ordered the calamari for an appetizer and it was a decent, tender, light, fresh. But the cook was very light handed on the salt which is one of those dishes that has to be salted right before it gets to the table. Still. was an enjoyable appetizer. Next up we had the shrimp in a vodka sauce which was quite good. Again way skimpy on the salt, but an overall good dish. The pasta seemed to be very fresh, large shrimp (although only a couple in a pretty large portion). Where things fell really short was the 8oz filet mignon. It was tender cut, it was cooked to the proper medium-rare doneness I had requested, but the best way I can describe it was very dry, again the salt wasn't just light handed it was simply non-existent and that is where it harmed the dish. The flavor just wasn't quite there on this dish. One odd observation was the blue track lighting where we were sitting. Blue light and food just can make the food look less appetizing. It wasn't off-putting but still something to take note of. The staff was courteous, and it is nice to have a good dining experience in Kingston, especially a steakhouse where there are few local options. read more

Definitely one of the best streaks I've ever had in my life. Came in on a quiet Sunday night and sat down with the owner at the bar. Extremely friendly staff, relaxed vibe and incredible food. Great addition to the uptown Kingston food scene read more

The menu is overpriced and the service is extremely slow. we ordered two appetizers and it took over an hour for them to arrive. Either they need to get a new chef, or they need to hire additional staff to provide food at an appropriate time. The draft beer was down and they had no beer chills in bottles. We had to wait 15 minutes for a bottle of beer to be chilled before it was served. The bathrooms are behind the curtain and they are not marked whatsoever as bathrooms. It's a good thing the owner of the restaurant walked in to let us know where the bathrooms were located. This is a must avoid restaurant!! read more

My wife and I just got home after a VERY good Mother's Day dinner. The service was friendly and attentive. We shared a very generous calamari appy that was nicely salted and not chewy at all. The drinks were, again, generously poured The steaks were perfectly seasoned and as good as any of the great steakhouses back on Long Island. The baked potato was perfectly done as well. We passed on dessert because we were stuffed from the very nice portions we were served, some of which we took home. Not the least expensive meal we've ever eaten, but worth every cent. read more

Wonderful food, great staff. Chops is a beautiful restaurant located in the caned of Kingston. It is fairly new, but the best of them all. For Valentine's Day, there was a special menu with amazing courses. The dishes were even aesthetically pleasing. They offer a wide array of options and will take food restrictions very seriously. The prices are also affordable, thank god! I went a few days after and was served by the main chef himself. I had carrot and ginger soup, which at first turned me off; but once I tried it, I was in love. I then had the lamb lollipops which were cooked to perfection with a mountain of mash potatoes and vegetables. They're also very knowledgable and cater to food allergies/etc. The staff was very welcoming and helpful, especially chef frank. I will definitely be back here when I return! read more

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I ordered burger with baked potato, they brought my French fries instead. bun was soggy. My wife ordered medium stake: it was well done. And at the end there was a surcharge on my bill for $3.5. I asked what is this surcharge is for. the answer was for credit card charges. nothing in the menu, no signs anywhere, just a surcharge. have not seen it in any restaurants anywhere. first on me. read more