Great customer service! The dining experience was fantastic! The mood setting was sensational! read more

First time eating here in a very long time, but the food and service were really good, so we won't wait as long between visits moving forward. The burger I had was juicy and delicious. T's steak was cook perfectly, a beautiful medium. The fries were fine...like McDonalds but the tiny version. We both got Alex's salad to start and they make all their dressings in house. The ranch and the blue cheese dressings were excellent, and the salad itself was put together very well in a chilled salad bowl and with warm, freshly toasted croutons. A pleasant start to our meal. read more

J. Alexander's - Steak burger - Steakhouses Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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J. Alexander's has always run a close second to Houston's - VERY similar menu (think spinach artichoke dip, salmon dip, Maui ribeye, etc). Now, with Houston's gone, they are the place to go if you are craving the Houston's experience. (Jack Mahoney, you WERE the Houston's experience!) The calamari was perfectly cooked with a nice red sauce. Salmon dip is not touted as smoked salmon dip like Houston's, but it was good in its own right. The French dip sandwich was huge! I only ate half and ate the rest the next day (after midnight counts as the next day, right?) Next time I would ask for additional horseradish on the side. The cheeseburger was on a beautifully glossy brioche bun with gussied up thousand island and was also delicious. Our waiter was a good waiter, but not as polished as Houston's servers. He had the tendency to come RIGHT after the dish was brought to our table by the runner to ask how it was. ("I don't know - let me try it first and I'll let you know" is what I wanted to say lol) But he was just trying to be attentive, and he was young. No biggie. read more

Server was filthy. Food was not very fresh a the vibes were very downtrodden. Maybe we came in on a bad day but it makes me not want to to come back for a long while. I don't like leaving bad reviews but someone needs to Whip this place in shape before it's closed. Clean this place up. read more

Always a good service when dining at the bar. Great food and atmosphere. This dish has been better on other days. read more

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It was so good, the J must stand for Joe, right? And BOGO Martinis? WTF! It's like a milkshake where you get the extra bonus part in the metal container, but with delicious boozy martini remnants! So I don't recommend 3... just sayin'. Bonus refills were killer, literally! I had the tequila one, the espresso one, and the Duke (the most classic) and all were great. Service here was amazing. First, sitting at the bar and having a drink before dinner as we waited for everyone to arrive. Great, talkative and informative bartenders. Loved it! And the waiter was excellent as well and just nailed it. So friendly and attentive. We started off with the Shrimp Appetizer (Fried and spicy) and these were good. They came out quick and were woofed down by our party of 3. For dinner, I had the the crab cakes (are they native to Memphis?) and they were delicious... as were the sides of couscous and Mac-n-cheese. Double Carbs, please! Others enjoyed their meals as well (Steaks and what not) and drinks and everything. This was a great stop outside of Memphis and was worth the trip from downtown. Although I didn't pay, so I don't really know if it was worth it. But everything was great AF! I'd go back and maybe seek out this chain again in other cities. Great job! read more

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Always a great experience. Grabbed the last bar seat on Valentine's Day since they had a 1.5 hour wait and cars lined up outside the parking lot. Had the redfish and a cocktail. The vibe and food were superb as always. read more

J. Alexander's - Redfish - Steakhouses Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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We spent 12 hours on the road and needed a place to eat. Boy did we pick the right place. It was very clean. The food came hot and delicious. Our server was absolutely amazing. Very attentive! It was my wife's birthday. Our server delivered a warm slice of carrot cake, with a candle on top, that was amazing. It was perfect for her after spending her birthday in a car. Bravo, you knocked it out of the park!! read more

J. Alexander's sets itself apart with an expansive cocktail menu, consistently perfectly cooked steaks, and the best crab cakes in town. The restaurant and parking lot tend to get crowded at dinner time, but the pacing of the food and service is always quick. At night, the restaurant is dimly lit. During the day, it has ample natural lighting. The prices are rather high compared to local establishments but I go back for the consistency and the drinks. read more

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Stopped in while in town. The restaurant is well put together and refreshingly not overly loud (a welcome change from where we'd eaten the night before). Food was a mixed bag. My dining companion had the bean soup and said it was excellent. I had the rotisserie chicken, which was decent but unremarkable at $26. At that price I'd expect a bit more quality and quantity. Our server Omar was polite and attentive throughout, and offered to send us off with an iced tea for the road (a small but genuinely nice gesture). Would consider coming back to try other parts of the menu. read more

My husband and I went for a dinner last night to celebrate our anniversary. And had another great experience. Our server had such a sweet disposition and provided exceptional hospitality (Bailey S.). We selected our favorites, their veggie burger with potatoes and the chicken salad. Bailey's recommendation of the peanut butter pie was spot on. So smooth, it had a hint of peanut butter and just enough sweetness, not overly sweet. Enjoyed it, thank you. read more

J. Alexander's - Peanut Butter Pie - Steakhouses Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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I haven't been here in over a decade. A friend went for her birthday celebration, so this was my chance to get back in and see what they have. I ordered the salmon, broccoli, and wild rice. Everything was delicious! I also tried the Nashville Hot chicken sandwich, and it was delicious. The service was awesome! Our server was very attentive and check in us often. The vibe is super cute and cozy. It is definitely conducive for a group outing or a date night. I am looking forward to going back again. read more

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Great service, well prepared and presented dishes but a bit on the pricey side for what it is. Don't get me wrong, there are more affordable dishes on the menu but when you are craving prime rib...you gotta have it. Nadia, our waitress was attentive and kept a smile on her face even though she was stretched thin! Note: the reservation platforms and their website state general dress code requirements but they are not enforced. Come clean and decently dressed and you'll be fine. The ambiance here is moody in a good way: low light, cozy table placement, and real candle lighting. Great for special occasions or just a great meal with friends or colleagues! read more

J. Alexander's - Trout - Steakhouses Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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We stopped here on our way to TX. I wish I had a pic of the crabcake. This is life changing. I have never had a crabcake that wasn't mostly 'fluff'. This was lightly seared and full of delicious crab. We sat in the bar and the staff is amazing. I highly recommend this spot if you are in the Memphis area. read more

I came in for a quick dinner. No waiting bar seating available. Service was quick and friendly. The ambiance was average. The food came out in a timely manner. My salad was delicious. Calamari was ok! The service team was exceptional. Great teamwork and customer service. read more

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The food was very good and the service was excellent. It is a great spot to come with friends or family after shopping for a fulfilling meal. My only complaint is that they were out of several of the things on the specialty menu like drinks and entrees. I will say that it is snowing in the city which might have delayed shipping. Ultimately, this is somewhere I would return to because of the quality food, great service, and convenient location. read more

J. Alexander's - Steak 'n' Fries (sub ceaser salad) - Steakhouses Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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We've actually never been to J. Alexander's so we decided to give it a try for dinner. We arrived around 6 pm, and there was already a 30-minute wait. No biggie since they have a nice big waiting area just outside the entrance. Our waitress was very pleasant and accommodating. I requested a red sangria since I couldn't find anything on the menu I really wanted, she accidentally brought me a white sangria instead but it was still good so I didn't mind lol! We started with the calamari, which was nicely fried and the calamari was tender. For dinner, I ordered the slow-roasted prime rib and opted for mac & cheese on the side, and my boyfriend got the NY strip. The prime rib was incredibly tender and packed with flavor, and the portion size was very generous. I tried a bite of my boyfriend's NY strip but found it a bit salty for my taste. The mac & cheese was also amazing, definitely a standout side! Overall, it was an enjoyable experience and I'd come back again! Though I wish the lighting wasn't so dark inside. read more

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Met my wife and young daughter there after work for a treat dinner out. The restaurant is clean and well kept the staff was friendly and helpful. Our server must have been new and had to make multiple trips to ask questions which is fine but most of the questions should have been easy to answer. It is disappointing when a restaurant doesn't have anything for kids and the lack of a physical child's menu and crayons seems like a weird place to try and save 25 cents. The food was mostly good, I had the filet kabobs which were undercooked and a couple of pieces sinew which I could not eat. We had a side of Mac and cheese which was awful, clearly reheated and the cheese was watery clumps. With tip dinner was pretty close to $200 for 2 adults and a toddler, so not cheap and at that price point I expect better than that. read more

J. Alexander's - Chicken Milanese was a tasty treat!! Must love garlic - Steakhouses Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

The service was great and the food was even better the waiter made sure we was good she was the best read more

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J. Alexander's is one of my favorite spots! I stop by the bar every once in a while for a dirty martini--it's the only time I actually enjoy blue cheese, and they do it perfectly. The service is always excellent, whether I'm at the bar or dining in. I've had dinner here plenty of times, and the prime rib is consistently great. The salads are always fresh and delicious too. Highly recommend for a drink, a meal, or both! read more

J. Alexander's - Dirty martini - Steakhouses Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

Tonight the wife and I celebrated 30 yrs of marriage (I know, crazy being with one person that long ;) ). So I made reservations for the evening. That specific process was very easy, no hoops to jump thru so thanks for that. We were promptly seated and our server, Nathan, came over introduced himself and chatted with us about the specials. Er started with thw avocado bomb, a beautifully constructed avocado shell thinly sliced hiding a delectable crab salad, ahi tuna. The picture doesnt do it justice, because we started eating it before taking the photo. Think of it as 'deconstructed'.The wife decided on the steak brazzo in a Madeira sauce. The meat was cooked perfectly, the sauce had a smokiness to it delicious. I had the filet mignon with lemon and reggiano broccoli. The cook on the steak was melt in your mouth perfection, the reggiano sauce was lemony, tart, a perfect accompaniment to the broccoli. Paired with a bottle of Flowers Pinot Noir making the dinner complete. We topped it off with a slice of Key lime pie for dessert, compliments of the house. The evening was a success, dinner was divine, the service was grand. Well done J Alexander staff! read more

Service was great. Interesting to see waiters shining lights under tables to ensure cleanliness! Followed up by a supervisor. Our server was really nice. Food was all very good and quality and portion size were what you would expect. read more

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Ordered DoorDash for a "grilled" chicken salad. Salad was ok except the chicken was cold sliced deli meat you cheap }%{^}^

Other than the decent service, the food was atrocious. The smoked salmon dip was oddly sweet. We had some hope for avocado bomb, but the crab mix was gag-worthy and the tuna they're using is like a jam. We ordered the ribeye Maui entree, which wasn't our first choice as they ran out of the filet mignon. Preferred cut aside, the sauce they drench this steak in is so overwhelming, that I could hardly taste the steak itself.And I'm no wine snob, but my Malbec should not have been refrigerated. read more

Stopped by J. Alexander's for lunch while finishing up Christmas shopping with my mother. Excuse the pictures, the lighting was pretty dim inside. Even though the restaurant was very crowded, I didn't feel like that impacted the service and casual ambiance. The hostess was welcoming and gave us an accurate wait time. We were told it'd be a 30min wait and I believe we were sitting at our tables within 25min. Our waitress, Taylor R., was also hospitable and attentive. When my mother asked if she could get a green tea cocktail (not listed on their menu), Taylor didn't hesitate to go by the bar and ask if they could make it, rather than shooting her down. Luckily, they were able to make it and it was delicious! For the food, we ordered the Spinach con Queso as an appetizer, Chicken tenders with double broccoli and the Grilled salmon with a loaded baked potato and broccoli (grilled shrimp added). There was great timing between getting the appetizer and our main entrees. The food was hot and very flavorful. We ended with the Key Lime pie. I'm not a fan of citrusy desserts but it is my mother's favorite. Highly recommend this restaurant/location. read more

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When we arrived our table was ready. We were served immediately after seated. We were so amazed with how fast the food was coming out the kitchen. We ordered and within 10 minutes we had our appetizers at the table and main course ordered. We really value a restaurant that respects the guests time. Also the food was good. Out of everything we ate, the calamari and Hong Kong shrimp were the best. We will return and look forward to trying something different. The only poor interaction we had was the hostess was not friendly, she was very short with us. Also our server was not attentive and very short with us. Other than those two women everyone else was attentive when they came around to refill our water glasses or deliver our food. The ambiance was great, low dim lighting perfect for a family dinner or date night. The food was also reasonably priced for the quantity of the food we received. read more

J. Alexander's - Seafood market - swordfish couscous with fried shrimp and roast tomatoes - Steakhouses Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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The food is always consistent. The Mac and cheese is the best thing on the menu easily! It was a little hot in the area we were sitting at. We enjoyed the ambience. Took a little while longer than we wanted for drinks, but overall it was a great experience! read more

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We visit this restaurant 1-2 times a year. The service and food are always on point. This time we had another great experience. The food was excellent as well as the service. The wait staff always makes you feel special and is very attentive. We will be back! read more

Always a go to when we visit the kiddos s. Can always count on a yummy meal. Will visit again next time.

It's been years since I've eaten at J. Alexander's so I decided to stop in for lunch. The parking lot was full so we expected a little bit of a wait. Surprisingly, we were seated at a table right away. We were also greeted by a server right away. We ordered the Nashville Hot Chicken Sandwich with fries and slaw and the Ribeye with a loaded baked potato. For dessert, we shared the chocolate cake with ice cream. The wait time for food was not extensive. The food was actually better than our expectations (considering we eat out a lot). The portions were huge and prices are we expected. The restaurant was busy with people but not too loud. It was also refreshing to see so many severs on duty. I am glad we made the choice to eat here today. read more

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Went for Easter lunch. It was excellent. Food, service and ambiance all a TEN! They had a nice crowd but we had reservations and we were seated immediately. We ordered drinks and queso first. I had a Lemon Drop that was fantastic. The queso was hot and fresh and the chips were warm too. I ordered crab cakes with Mac and cheese. Son ordered BBQ Salmon and wild rice/orzo and husband had Mahi. Heads up...the orzo is a cold pasta salad so if you want something hot don't order that. Our server, Sam, was very attentive and made sure we were good the whole time. We had a great experience!!! read more

J. Alexander's - Crab cakes and Mac and cheese - Steakhouses Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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The bartenders at J's are the best! Food, service, and ambiance are all amazing! 10/10 Highly recommend! read more

This place has fallen off drastically. My wife and I had a 35 minute wait on a reservation. The food was bland. The drinks has gotten smaller. People standing around like they were at the park or somewhere. Our waitress was playful and sarcastic. We will never go back to this location. The one in Franklin Tennessee was a lot better. read more

The service here was superb! Our server was knowledgeable on the menu and did awesome providing suggestions. I had the lemon drop, it was very refreshing and strong. I had the house salad with honey mustard and it was fire! For my entree, I had the ribeye Maui and loaded smashed potatoes, very fulfilling. I literally have no complaints. Definitely a treat. @MissMo2323 read more

J. Alexander's - Steakhouses Near Me - Memphis, Tennessee

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Traveling for work and wanted a delicious meal. Service was good. Food flavor was exceptional. Very rich in taste, the mushroom sauce and smashed potatoes were stellar. I ordered the Steak Brazzo and it came with broccoli & smashed potatoes. read more

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I have no idea how good the food or service was but felt compelled to write this for the benefit of other readers who have dogs. We are traveling cross country and have found it surprisingly tricky to find decent restaurants to eat outside with our dogs. A lot of Yelp listings list outdoor seating but when we got there it turned out there was not outdoor seating. Our criteria became: - filter for outdoor seating - filter for dogs allowed - check photos to confirm the presence of outdoor seating J Alexander's met those criteria and we decided to go there for lunch despite it being somewhat out of our way. When we arrived the hostess wasn't sure if dogs were allowed on the patio. She wasn't sure and called her manager and told us no. I pointed out that the Yelp listing said that Dogs were allowed. I also pointed out given the heatwave we were likely to be the only party outside. She shrugged her shoulders and said there was nothing she could do. If you have dogs, please consider avoiding this place. read more

Ordered some takeout for my Mom's birthday, and everything was great except our 2 Cypress salads were actually Alex salads. Since 1 of those was for my Ma, I called the store to get them replaced. The manager Skye (Sky) was very helpful and professional in helping the situation. She even named the cook who prepared our replacement meals. Mom was happy, so thank you for the service. read more

All was good except for steak. Ordered it medium and it came out blood red cold in center. My wife got the medallion kabobs and she said they were perfect. Service was good no issues and food brought out quickly. Probably won't be back. read more

My husband and I love this restaurant. It is our go to for birthdays and anniversaries because we both love it so much. My husband always gets the steak Maui which is a Hawaii marinated rib eye and he savors every bite. I always get the steak brazzo which is steak medallions in a mushroom Madeira sauce...so yummy. The Mac n cheese is the BOMB!!! We LOVE it! The restaurant has intimate seating, but my husband complained that it is a little to dark for him. He prefers to be able to see what he is eating. Service is always good, but of course some are more attentive than others. Highly recommend trying it if you are in the area. read more

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If you get the chance to visit J. Alexander's, you won't be disappointed! The swordfish was possibly the best meal I've eaten. Great, moody atmosphere and all the staff were so nice! read more