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    Ember Steakhouse

    4.2 (33 reviews)
    Open 4:00 pm - 9:00 PM

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    We had a great time at Ember and really enjoyed the food and overall experience. The atmosphere and quality were solid, and we spent over $200 for three people, so it definitely felt like a nice night out. That's why it was a little frustrating that simple side swaps felt so rigid. My daughter's meal came with fries and she wanted mashed potatoes instead, but there was a $7 upcharge just to switch it. It honestly felt a bit excessive given the price of the meal overall. It's not that we didn't enjoy the restaurant -- we did. But that kind of nickel-and-diming on something small like a side swap takes away from what should feel like a smooth, high-end dining experience. We'd probably go back, but it would be nice if there was a little more flexibility with basic substitutions, especially on kids' meals.

    Crème brûlée
    Natasha T.

    Date night with the family was set for 7pm. We were welcomed and sat. Our server introduced herself and had us set up with water. Location is big, but intimate. Lights were dim, music matched the tone. We had a blast trying 3 appetizers, and 3 main courses and 3 desserts. Everything was 10/10 and then some. Forgot to take a pic of the main course

    Ryan G.

    Eaten here at least 5 times, and 4/5 were amazing. Had some miscommunication my last time but I'll still be back. Also try the Old Fashioned, the best in SC. The service is always great too.

    Danielle P.

    Customer Service: 5 Ambience: 5 Location/ Parking: 5 Cleanliness: 5 Affordability: 3 Quality of food: 3 Reservations: Yes Overall dining experience: 3 Ember is the newest steak restaurant in Lexington. They were participating in restaurant week. Its situated on main street in Lexington, SC. The decor is a stunning mix of luxury and modernity. Many of the tables provide a clear view of the chefs working in the kitchen. Highly recommend having reservations, as this restaurant stays very busy and isn't that large to handle walk ins. The menu offers a wide variety of delicious and mouthwatering starters and main courses that will appeal to everyone. My spouse and I had their lobster soup and kale salad, their 20oz USDA prime ribeye steak ($70.00) which came with potatoe puree and local farm vegetables. They also have a full bar that offers popular cocktails, wines beers, etc. We also ordered a side of their mac and cheese ($13.00) along with a lobster pasta ($21.00), we wanted to try them as well. Our overall dining experience was just average as our ribeyes had alot of fat on them (see pic). Our steaks were cooked as requested medium well. The waitress had us verify it when they brought it to our table. The mac and cheese was watery and was not seasoned very well. The broiled lobster tail was pasta with a few pieces of lobster. We felt like it was overpriced at $21. Ember Steak House Lexington is very expensive like a Michelin Star restaurant. The cost was approximately $250 for 2 adults to dine there. I highly recommend customers preview their menu beforehand. Everything we ate was a little under seasoned. Lastly, the customer service was excellent and our waitress was very friendly and professional. She also went the extra mile to acknowledge our anniversary, by informing the restaurant manager who delivered two glasses of champagne to our table. Overall dining experience was nice, but we're hoping that the management reviews our experience and takes some considerations to a few our experience/feedback. I will them again in the near future, hopefully our experience will be a bit better. @noirvedanaturals

    Bone in Durock pork
    Allen E.

    I truly don't even know how to start....... THIS PLACE IS AMAZING!!!!!! The customer service is over the top right there I would return....... I ordered the ribeye rare and OH MY GOD!!!!! Cooked perfect with tons of flavor, you must get it with the shareable mashed potatoes and lobster and the garlic mushrooms. You literally could cut the steak with a fork it soooooooooo tender!!!!! Wife ordered the pork chop which is a heritage breed, Durock. So flavorful so juicy and tender! Our whole experience here was over the top and worth every penny!!!! Our waiter Ford, have to give him a shout out, haven't had this good of service in a long time. He was talkative and explained all of the food choices. I seriously can't wait to come back again!!!!!!!

    New York cheesecake

    Really enjoyed the food and the drinks at Ember. The place is absolutely beautiful from the front of house to the bar to the restrooms. Our waitress was absolutely great even though she was working the bar at the same time she never skipped a beat with our service. The food was a 10/10 from my dish to the other 3 the table ordered. We finished our meal and asked for coffee after even thought it was late they made fresh pressed coffee for the table. We really appreciated it. The only thing I missing was maybe a little background music. We will definitely be back very soon.

    Pork chop
    Krystal D.

    Went here for our anniversary- the food was absolutely delicious. The wait staff friendly. Cocktails were strong and the ambience of this place is really nice. We came twice once for my birthday to have a cocktail and the other time for our anniversary for a meal.. we will definitely be back

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    Lorren P.

    I absolutely loved our experience here. My husband and I went to dinner to try this new place! We ended up running into friends and enjoyed a great meal with them. The service was fantastic, Lisa our server was attentive and provided great insight with the menu. The restaurant was beautiful and elegant while feeling modern and welcoming. I absolutely loved the little touches, in the restroom there was a sugar scrub. Simple little touches make everything welcoming. I forgot to take pictures of the food but it was, melt in your mouth delicious.

    Sea bass with scallops and potato puree

    Restaurant is beautiful and staff is professional and attentive. Menu is diverse and has something for everyone. Cocktails were good -Persephone's Kiss, dirty martini, old fashioned and wine. Complimentary house made fries with aoli were delicious. Salt and pepper shrimp was not salty or peppery and was over-fried. Meatballs were ok. I think both needed improvement in presentation and accompanying sauces. We had bone in pork chop, sea bass and filet which were all delicious. The accompanying grits and potato puree were well seasoned and delicious. Mac n cheese needed a bit of seasoning but au gratin potatoes were very good. The kitchen was way behind but our server let us know ahead of time which we appreciated. Ember has great potential but they need to continue to nail down the details to be a truly upscale steak house. Before tip $350 for 3 people

    Lobster slider. It comes with two, but my husband had already eaten one.
    Lisa B.

    My husband and I went for dinner at Ember Steakhouse tonight. Wow, what a great and beautiful restaurant. Our server, Renee was outstanding! She was so attentive and gave great recommendations for our meal. She kept our tea glasses filled and was just all together, exceptional. We started with the lobster sliders, which were delicious! My husband got a ribeye and I had a filet mignon. We got the lobster mashed potatoes to share. The steaks were cooked, absolutely perfectly and full of flavor! The lobster mashed potatoes were out of this world! We decided to share a dessert. We got the New York style cheesecake with strawberries. It was very different from a normal slice of cheesecake. First of all, there was no crust, but it was more like a scoop of cheesecake on top of a strawberry purée. It was so light it almost felt like you were not eating a dessert. It was one of the most delicious things I've ever had. We decided this is our new go to restaurant for special occasions. We live across the dam in Irmo and wish that there was something this good in our part of town. We will most definitely be back!

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    Caroline M.

    Cool ambiance and great service. A very comfortable menu - a variety of choices for those who don't want steak. Overall food was really good! They seem to have an issue getting the temperature of people's steaks right but give this place a few months and it'll be up there with Halls.

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    Cork & Cleaver Steakhouse

    Cork & Cleaver Steakhouse

    3.9
    (109 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    We celebrated a Mother's Day dinner here, and it was absolutely amazing. I can see how, if they are…read morebusy, parking could be a conundrum. The atmosphere is open, friendly, and welcoming. It's spacious and clean. I also learned they have a separate event space, which is something worth keeping in mind. Customer service was outstanding. I really commend the quality of service that was provided throughout our entire dining experience. I was really impressed. They bring a very cute butterfly fruit plate for kids, which I thought was really beautiful and very on target. We tried the Japanese fried chicken appetizer with the sauce on the side. They came in chicken nugget form, and they were really good with a very subtle flavor and fairly crispy. The wedge salad was also tasty along with the garlic bread. We enjoyed the brussels sprouts as well. I ordered the flank steak with mashed potatoes and the corn. The dish was so delicious. Their fries were also really good. The food and the entire dining experience were very pleasing. I love the flavor, and everything tasted fresh. When we return we will try one of the boards.

    We've been to Cork and Cleaver a handful of times now, and while the food is good, the real reason…read morewe keep coming back is the bar experience. The cocktails are AMAZING -- seriously some of the most unique and delicious drinks in the area. They're creative, flavorful, and beautifully made. Nikki, the bartender, is an absolute gem. She is so kind, welcoming, and incredibly helpful when I'm feeling indecisive. I can tell her what flavors I'm in the mood for, and she'll make something off-menu that ends up being perfect every time. The fact that she remembers me and my boyfriend even though we've only been 3 or 4 times says so much about the level of care and attention she gives her guests. The food is pretty good overall, but for us it doesn't quite match the price point. That said, we happily sit at the bar because the drinks and service make it completely worth it. If you're going, grab a seat at the bar and let Nikki take care of you -- you won't regret it!

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    Big Tunas Kitchen and Krafts

    Big Tunas Kitchen and Krafts

    4.0
    (52 reviews)
    4.4 mi
    $$
    Family-owned & operated
    Outdoor seating

    BEST chicken I have ever had....really....ever. Baja Chicken is spatchcock chicken that is cooked…read moreto perfection. Every single part of it (I honestly think the marrow in the bones would even have flavor lol) is full of robust flavor and is juicy. You can taste the expertly balanced spices and fruit juices in the marinade and rubbed on the skin. Large portion and the sides were delightful too. The owner/chef came out and introduced himself-so warm and kind. He is very active in the community which just makes it even better. Yall this place is a gem!!! Don't pass it by. Hands down some of the very best food in Lexington. Any other "normal" chicken will never be the same. .

    Great food for such a small, local place! Our server was new but she was so pleasant and attentive…read more She did an awesome job! We ordered the garlic cheese curds as an appetizer and they were full of flavor, and not too garlicky. I had the grilled Salmon with grilled asparagus and sweet potato fries. The asparagus was perfectly seasoned, not soaked in sauce, the sweet potato fries were crispy on the outside but soft on the inside and the salmon was flaky and delicious. My husband had the fried shrimp with southwest hush puppies which were both fried to perfection. The banana cream cheesecake was the perfect takeaway dessert and it was so rich and creamy. We will definitely be back!

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    Rio Express Grill

    Rio Express Grill

    4.9
    (16 reviews)
    1.1 mi

    Great portion sizes! I ordered the steak bowl without rice. The steak was tender but fatty. The…read moresalads were great. I tried a unique eggplant salad, black beans and pico de gallo.

    Quality of food: 4 Quantity/portion of food: 3…read more Customer Service: 5 Online ordering process: 5 Parking: 5 Cleanliness: 5 Ive been to Brazil a few times, so I know quite abit about the culture and foodie scene. Brazil the country has some of the best meat and food in the world! Now on to Rio Express Grill in Lexington, SC... This new Brazilian restaurant is situated in the heart of Lexington, SC and is a great addition to the local food options. We decided to do a online lunch order. You can order online very easy thru Toast. The staff was very friendly and professional when I went inside to pickup my order. We ordered two chicken bacon wrap bowls after reading a few Google reviews. Their bowl prices are between $9.99-$17.99, and seem to be very affordable. Now the bowls were seasoned very well, and we truly enjoyed the potato salad, plantations, beats, and the proteins. The bowls seem to be full of veggies and very little meat, approx 1oz of chicken and a half strip of bacon. The disappointing part of our meals, neither bowls were well portioned. We felt that both bowls did not have no more than 1-2% of the meats, so we can't really comment on chicken with bacon. We were expecting that the main dish (chicken & bacon) to be at least 25% of the portion size. We did enjoy our lunch options, but after spending $32+ we were both still hungry. We felt like their prices to portions aren't aligned. Vegans will most definitely enjoy all the different flavors in one bowl. Im being generous with my review in hopes they listen to the customers, if they want to be successful in this town. We have Cava and other places that serve bowls close to them, that give a good portion size of protein for the same price or less.

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    Bone-Appetite

    Bone-Appetite

    3.7
    (91 reviews)
    4.7 mi

    My wife and I had our Anniversary dinner here and the food was great, but at the price point, THE…read moreSTEAK WAS AMAZING! Olivia was our attentive server who made some excellent suggestions based on our tastes, and at our request took a few pictures of us to remember the evening. There are some other steakhouses that can empty out your wallet/purse, but have a slight bit of buyers remorse after. I felt the service, portions and food were a bargain at the price point. They even offer a 10% military/veteran discount, enjoy!

    As fellow small business owners, we understand firsthand how difficult the restaurant industry can…read morebe, which is why writing this review is not something we take lightly. We just left Bone Appetit after celebrating our daughter's birthday and our 21st wedding anniversary, and unfortunately the experience did not match the occasion. There were definitely some positives. The first set of wings, the eggrolls, the salmon, and the lava cake were all enjoyable. Unfortunately, the rest of the evening became increasingly disappointing. The crab dip was advertised as sizzling hot, but both orders arrived only warm. We waited over an hour for our food on what appeared to be a fairly slow evening, and to be clear, we had no problem with the wait itself. We understand quality food can take time. The issue was waiting that long and still receiving food that was cold. The steaks were not cooked to the requested temperatures and were also cold when served. The tomahawk steak especially was disappointing because it had a noticeably gamey flavor around the bone. I'm not sure whether it was the seasoning or rub used, but the flavor was off-putting. The cheesy potatoes were the only item that actually arrived hot. The Brussels sprouts were mostly dry leaves with barely any actual sprouts. Another issue was the inconsistency from plate to plate. The second and third orders of wings were noticeably different from the first batch. We chose not to send food back because we understand food waste, kitchen pressure, and the challenges restaurants face. We simply wanted to enjoy the evening and make the best of it. Still, after such a long wait, leaving unsatisfied was disappointing. What stood out most was that the owner was nearby, aware that concerns had been brought up, yet never came over to check on the table personally. This review is not about seeking compensation or attacking a local business. It is simply honest feedback from customers who truly wanted to enjoy and support a local restaurant during an important family celebration.

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    Private Property

    Private Property

    4.3
    (364 reviews)
    0.2 mi
    $$

    A tough place to get reservations for, but after tonight, I understand why. Set in what could be a…read morehouse turn restaurant, the ambiance is pretty neutral. Jazz is playing and the servers and wait staff are super nice. Once our reservations were confirmed, we were sat shortly after. We sat and our waitress Avah, or Ava was great. We order a mojito and an eighteen elven as drinks. The pimento cheese and shrimp for appetizers. 12oz NY Strip with French fries and cream fried corn with a 16oz hand cut ribeye with mashed potatoes and string beans. We added on 3 scallops and were happy that we did. Everything was delicious, well seasoned, steaks both medium rare and the drinks were made well. No complaints, probably the most quiet dinner date, but it was for great reason. Please do yourself a favor and grab a reservation.

    Parking is tight so parked across the street at a huge church parked lot. Since it was just before…read more6pm I and I am by myself I didn't do a reservation. Well walked in and see plenty of two tops open and the hostess made me a reservation anyway. Yes and then asked me to please wait for five minutes and then she would seat me. Sure enough after five minutes almost to the dot she took me to one of the many empty tables. Several were two tops. No by the time I left many were full but still trying to force the reservation issue on a rainy, humid yucky Wednesday night is a bit much. The waitress was very nice and very professional as you would expect in a relatively upscale restaurant. She took my drink order and my she crab soup. The ole fashioned was ok. Not great and if you look at the pix it is a bit short. The she crab soup was thinner than most and had an excessive amount of shell in it. Some rather large pieces. Some shell is to be expected but this was a bit much. The bread for dipping was delicious and the soup had plenty of crab in it to go with the shells. Then came time to order main course. I have had salmon, reddish and tuna this week so opted for the scallops. I asked to swap both sides for a side salad and was told no. They don't do that. Hmmm. Usually for a small up charge yes. I have never been just told flat out no till this evening. She advised her manager said no when she went and asked so I had to choose two sides so went with the green beans and the Cajun coleslaw. The scallops were a bit small but ok. The green beans were delicious. Best part of the whole meal. The Cajun slaw was nice and creamy by a bit too spicy so it was left. The place is an old house that has been converted into a nice restaurant. It is nicely decorated and has upscale feel but it is lacking. Had high hopes but trying too hard to be something in an area with lots of restaurant choices. No is what I will say when asked if I will return next trip.

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    Reception area view from main hallway
    Private Property
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    Outback Steakhouse

    Outback Steakhouse

    3.2
    (56 reviews)
    1.0 mi

    Outback Steakhouse in Lexington, South Carolina (Sunset Blvd) really impressed me tonight. I…read morestopped in during the dinner rush right after work and was immediately greeted, seated, and welcomed by my server--all within moments. He got my drink order right away, and I was ready to place my full order, which he took and entered without delay. My salad came out quickly and was spot-on: fresh, crisp lettuce with no onion or tomato just like I requested, and the croutons were perfectly crunchy. The bread was soft, warm, and exactly what you hope for at Outback. My steak arrived cooked to perfection--medium, just like I ordered--and had that signature Outback flavor. The broccoli was fantastic, not overcooked or mushy, just fresh and well-prepared. The shrimp were also a win--definitely better than my last Outback visit elsewhere. What really stood out was the service. My server was on point all night and even offered me a to-go unsweet tea for the road, which I really appreciated. That kind of thoughtful touch speaks volumes. I also noticed great teamwork across the staff--everyone seemed to work in sync, which kept everything running smoothly despite the dinner rush. All in all, it was a solid dining experience, and this visit definitely lands in the "better Outback experiences" pile.

    Food is good but every time I order a medium rare steak it has been well done. Like over 10 times…read morethis has happened and it makes me sad

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    Halls Chophouse - Columbia

    Halls Chophouse - Columbia

    4.2
    (489 reviews)
    11.7 mi
    $$$$

    I am not sure how this restaurant 'only' has 4.2 starts! It should be 5!!…read more About 3 years ago, we tried Halls Chophouse of Charleston and was undeniably impressed by the quality of the steaks, sides, and the service. Since we were in the Columbia area, we had to come back! The service here is top-notch, and ALL high end restaurants should take note. Servers and managers are always standing around in the hallway practically waiting to help you, are there to start conversation and make you enjoy your experience. Our waitress constantly came around to check on us. Great work! In Charleston, we got the prime rib and loved it. So, as a result, we got the prime rib again AND loved it again! It was just like how we remembered it; tender and great flavor. Their sides come in large portions (shareable). They do have great mac-and-cheese. It kind of gives us like a Spanish vibe, probably because it consists of a certain spice or Jalapeños (my guess), but that does not make it spicy! All it does is adds complexity to the flavor. For dessert, we shared the cookie skillet. It comes with ice cream on top with chocolate syrup and caramel on the side. Crunchy on the outside, soft on the inside.. that's how we like it!! I highly recommend you give Halls Chophouse a try. You will not be disappointed!

    Our party of four was fairly satisfied with our brunch. Most everyone agreed that the food and…read moreespecially the coffee could've benefited from a higher temperature. The problem with the coffee was the cream. It should probably be served around room temperature. Because the creamer was so cold several of our party had to ask for frequent warm-ups. Our server, Kristen, was very personable, pleasant and accommodating. A couple of us ordered Bellini's and mimosas. My Bellini was just OK. My standards are high, since I've had them in Venice, Italy. The Hall's Bellini was not very tasty and on the watery side. My wife tried to order the sweet potato pancakes, but they were out. So she was disappointed, and ended up with the lavender scented brioche French toast. She thought it was OK but was seeking a stronger flavor. I ordered the biscuits and sausage gravy. I don't order this very often, but there was a good portion of sausage and the flavor of the sausage was enjoyable without being too salty. Our daughter ordered crab cake Eggs Benedict which features a creole sauce. She enjoyed it, but the temperature of the dish could have been hotter. Our niece's daughter had the farmers omelette with the apple sage sausage. The apple-sage sausages were excellent (I got to sample one) and a very good deal. The ambience of Halls is always great. The service is usually quite good and the food is usually excellent. This is our second brunch at Halls and I'll have to say that our first brunch experience was a little bit better for the reasons noted above. I still rate it the best brunch in town.

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    Gorgeous view and a great lunch to celebrate after speaking to the legislators in State Congress.
    Gorgeous view and a great lunch to celebrate after speaking to the legislators in State Congress.
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    The Hollow

    The Hollow

    4.3
    (112 reviews)
    11.4 mi

    Greeted and sat immediately when walking in. This was a place my brother chose to celebrate his…read moregraduation! A unique experience of its own. The place is very well air conditioned, and the space is very intentional. Visiting from out of state the waitress seemed a bit shy/new but curious about Wisconsin she warmed up a little bit. It's really cool that you can see the chefs in their element behind a glass wall while you wait. The silverware, or should I say Goldwear was beautiful. I started out with the All American Spritz- it was good but nothing extraordinary. However when I tried the pistachio martini, I was in disbelief! I was skeptical to order it as I've never even heard of one before and was unsure how pistachio would translate into a martini. It was creamy and somehow savory and sweet at the same time, the alcohol taste was nonexistent. And the rim was coated in pistachio crumbs. Both the drinks presentation was beautiful. I personally ordered the bbq chicken sandwhich, with mac and cheese instead of fries for the side. The sandwich was smoky, I could not stop eating it! If anyone was wondering what so special about the mac and cheese, it's the name of the noodles. And yes, the waitress will sound it out with you lol! The Mac and cheese wasn't creamy, and I found it a bit bland unfortunately. There was no order the same in the group I came with. The truffle fries were on the thinner crispier side, neat that there were different color of potatoes used. The duck wings came out like their very own presentation. I tried the alligator bites, that were served with 2 sauces, I thought there were kind of chewy , and weird enough I guess I have a preference with how my alligator is served since having tried some at the Wisco State fair. I love that the menu feels curated, you know what you're there for and it's not overwhelming to pick from the options of something new. The bathroom was very cute too! And the bar area was lit up, a cool atmosphere.

    I was not impressed, but there is a lot of potential here to be impressed…read more When we first arrived, the hostess immediately let us know the kitchen would be closing soon, even though there was still an open reservation after ours. That created a slightly rushed feeling right from the start of the experience. When the food arrived, it was not served hot. The fries were seasoned but came out cold, so we had to send them back. The service also felt a bit disengaged, as though the server was ready to wrap things up, even though there was still about 30 to 45 minutes before closing time. That said, once the food was remade and served hot, it was really good. My salad, however, was not the same experience, as the lettuce had brown spots throughout, which took away from the overall quality. You can tell the kitchen has potential when the food is prepared properly, but consistency is the issue. The ambience is very cool and visually appealing. It is a bit dark for my personal preference in the evening, but I can imagine it being bright and beautiful during the daytime. The cocktail I ordered was just okay and didn't really stand out. Overall, there is definitely potential here, but improvements in consistency, service attentiveness, and food quality control would really elevate the experience.

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