I thought the restaurant was decorated beautifully - perfect environment - and the service was excellent, but I really wasn't impressed with the food. We started with the spinach queso - my husband thought it was excellent - I thought it tasted a lot like velveeta (which for some is great, but I've never been a fan). He got the French dip , which was pretty good. I got the pork tenderloin. The Thai sauce was okay and the smashed potatoes I read so many great things about were just okay and a little dry. I think I read such wonderful things about this place, that perhaps I got my expectations too high. I would go again, but only if a friend asked me to go, I wouldn't choose it for myself. read more

The service was amazing. Enough for us to tell the manager! The food was great and my wife and I loved the atmosphere for a Saturday date night. read more

Oh J., how you have fallen from grace. Inflation and rising food prices are a reality but they seem to have affected you a bit worse than the rest of the competition. I remember the days when the food and prices weren't suspended in an inverted relationship. You just seem to get less food for your money now- but anyway - now into it. Despite my disappointment expressed in the latter paragraph, it stems from a desire to eat more at this establishment because, well... the food is good. This is a great date spot. Lots of (consistently good) options for the pickiest, snobiest, and/or 'allergenicly' cursed partner. Choose from meat, fish, poultry, veggie meals and be pleased with any one of them. The chicke pasta soup is delicious and so are the ribs, prime rib, and burger (order with a side of honey dijon). They have a nice wine list too. I can't really doc them much on the food and the service is usually very good as well. The title of this review would be "Consistency (you know, aside from the prices and portions)" Tips for the establishment: I would love to see Stella come from a bottle again - and am not alone. Also, although your wood burning oven offers much to the impressiveness of food preparation, it does however, glaze your new light fixtures, mirrors, and copper balls with a splotchy soot film. read more

Came here before we head back to California. Met up with family who is a regular here and had a great time. Good food, service and knowledgeable servers. Thank you j Alexander for ending our vacation with a bang. Will come back again :) read more

J. Alexander's - Pork tenderloin :) - New American Near Me - Oak Brook, Illinois

This is a great place to dine if in the Oak Brook mall area but want to avoid the mall traffic. I have been here for lunch a few times. The outside looks great, the inside is stylish and sort of modern-rustic sort of feel, though a little dark if not sitting by a window during the day. The veggie burger has been mentioned a couple of times. I haven't had it before, but I have been sitting near other people that ordered it and enthusiastically gushed about it to their servers afterwards. It sounds like a real find on the menu. The salads are generously sized and fresh, though I did go with one person that thought their herb vinaigrette was a bit blah. My favorite here so far has been a grilled chicken sandwich that was so flavorful and tasty. And there are many great alternatives to fries with the sandwiches if looking for something a little lighter. read more

This is one of my favorite restaurants - The best french dip sandwich hands down. Killer carrot cake. I have had many things on the menu and have never been disappointed. Additionally I have tried the one in Lincoln Park and one in KC. Same thing - Just as good! read more

Great food with reasonable price and service was good. BUT...it's too dark inside the restaurant..... i had the steak sandwich and my friend ordered the french dip. The food are so good.....i will go back again soon! read more

Nice atmosphere and delicious food. Can't go wrong with either. The crab cakes were delicious, although I didn't too much care for the sauce that came with. Salmon was cooked to perfection. Overall it was worth every penny.. Please, please, please try the deviled eggs. And thank me later read more

J. Alexander's - The deviled eggs are "TO DIE FOR"... A must have.. Seriously!!! - New American Near Me - Oak Brook, Illinois

Came here at the recommendation of the hotel. Props to Hilton Oakbtidge which gave me a coupon for a free appetizer. Had the smoked Salmon dip and baguette crackers--wonderful. Service was lightning fast and I really enjoyed the ambience and cool jazz music. Prime Rib Sandwhich...all the PM flavor without the fat and more affordable than the sliced prime rib. So delicious. read more

J. Alexander's - Salmon dip appetizer - New American Near Me - Oak Brook, Illinois

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I am going to start with the pros, service was excellent! We had the Philly Cheese roll for appetizer, was tasty. Drinks made well. Hubby ordered the ribs with slaw and fries. Excellent!!! I ordered the Cowboy Ribeye and side of Beets. Here is the Cons. The Steak was so chewy and tough I could not eat it. My hubby even took a bite to confirm. Was a very bad steak for $38.00. I appreciate my husband sharing his Ribs with me. Upside: our server was fabulous! She took the steak off our bill and she was so sweet about it. Always smiling. Great attitude! The chocolate cake dessert was very good as well. Huge piece! We shared. I would certainly go here again. Just would not order the Steak. read more

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The food was great, I had the New York strip but it was very big. They gave us free cake too! ( because of an anniversary ) good food. read more

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Ok simply put: Good food and better drinks. We were impressed with the English martini. Well balanced and delicious. The wine and beer selections are limited. The entrees we had were good, not exceptional. The steak maui was very delicious. Steak Brazzo was ok. The portions seemed modest considering the price. The room is lively and borderline too loud. People like this place and it's a bit more casual than I expected (dress wise). read more

J. Alexander's - Them: "Welcome to J. Alexander's" me: " WHAT???" - New American Near Me - Oak Brook, Illinois

I can't believe I never knew about this place, because it was fantastic! From the prime rib to the carrot cake it was absolutely delicious. The icing on the cake was the outstanding service! Prices were extremely reasonable. We had a party of 7, had appetizers, steaks, desserts, cappuccinos for $50 per person out the door. read more

Good food - hostess staff + good waiting staff = Good place. Host/Hostesses can be moody af. It's really a turn off, however if you straighten them out you will be alright. read more

The ribs were amazing. Fall of the bone and the waitstaff was incredible. We really enjoyed our celebration dinner here. Also tried the grilled artichoke. Felt they were small and over salted but that's the only hiccup. Desserts are a home run. read more

Stopped in when staying in the area, ended up there every day of my trip because I was so impressed. The burger is simple but done perfectly. The half chicken is delicious, and the desserts are delectable. The large bar has a very nice and relaxed atmosphere and friendly service. I will definitely make a point of going back. read more

My family and I go to Alexanders on a weekly basis. They have excellent food at a great price! The service is always great! read more

Out for an occasional dinner and drinks with a couple of friends. Outstanding. We started out at the bar with a couple of cocktails. The bartender was both friendly and knowledgeable. Even on a Thursday night the restaurant was on a wait (just goes to show you how good it is). Once we were seated, no less than four different people waited on us. Our waitress (I think- Amelia) was super! All three of us had Prime Rib and it was fantastic. The service was both friendly and fast. Well worth the money. read more

Loved the atmosphere! Everything went perfectly with the theme, except for the tropical curtains... Which looked like old motel curtains ( weird I know). ANYWAYS, The food there is usually good, but this time my filet was pretty bland.. read more

J. Alexander's - Filet mingion... Good, but not the best I've had. - New American Near Me - Oak Brook, Illinois

For my first time going there we had a wonderful time. We had the best waitress ever. I believe her name was Christia or something like that. She came back and check on us on a regular and made sure everyone was on. We had a group of nine so everybody needed different things but she always there and will to help. No attitudes nothing and I always rate on my experience and this was a great one. Now the food oh my was greatttt. I had the prime rib grilled with a loaded potato. I'm just going to say I could come eat every day there it was so good. Just want to say thanks for making our experience a rememberable one. read more

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The meal itself was great, the Long Island Ice Tea was subpar but the pomegranate martini was great. Service was not up to standards with poor interactions and lack of attentiveness. The filet medallions were amazing as was the prime rib. read more

How much, we look forward to coming here! My partner and I, fell in love with this establishment, three years ago. Since then, every year, we dutifully celebrate birthdays at this restaurant. And, the dining experience, is simply delightful... How delightful it is, to indulge in prime rib roast. Truly, the way in which it is made here, is the standard, by which we judge all other prime rib roasts. The melt in your mouth quality, is most marvelous. Marvelous too, are all of the appetizers and sides, from calamari to coleslaw to the loaded potato . But Most Marvelous, Is The Carrot Cake--quite unlike any other, served molten, and oozing with spice and sweetness. Also sweet, have been "some of the servers," we have had, most being accommodating--minus our very first server, who charged us for birthday cake. However, our last few servers, have provided birthday cake, free of charge. Hence, service for the most part, is above average... The experience altogether, is much above average. As we revel in the darkly rich, wood interior, and relish the very rich, stick to your ribs, hearty American fare. Therefore, each cozy and comforting dining visit, becomes more and more memorable, with time... We often tell each other that: We wish this place were closer to home, and that we should be dining here, more often. "So Please, J. Alexander's, Don't Ever Change.." Thus, our rating: Is Four Fabulous Stars ... read more

We came here for a family birthday dinner rather than our usual beloved Morton's. That was a mistake. We paid nearly as much for food that was quite ordinary and for service that was handled by what looked like the junior varsity team. (Was our waiter really old enough to serve us wine?) Portions were skimpy, place was super noisy, service was S L O W and not worthy of the price point charged. Won't be back. Morton's: we won't be unfaithful to you again, we promise! read more

Very nice place, wood fire cooking. Open kitchen adds to the classic feel. Staff if dealt with was great. Had the prime rib was very tasty.

I just had lunch here yesterday. I know that the staff has been trained to be attentive, but sometimes the attentiveness turns into harassment. If people are having a business meeting, give them a little space to talk. The main reason for coming to the restaurant is business, the second reason is lunch. Please remember that. I ordered a rotisserie chicken salad with dressing on the side. The dressing was all over the salad when it came to the table. It is very disappointing when your guest is served hot food and she feels as though she has to wait and let her food get cold while an order is remade. Having said that, the salad was remade and tasted great. My guest enjoyed her chicken sandwich with coleslaw. read more

This was my family's first time eating here. The staff was friendly and helpful. Our server had recommendations and helped with options. Our appetizers came very quickly. Our meal was not far behind, hot and delicious! We all ended up tasting each others dishes and everything was so amazing. read more

The food was delicious and the service was exceptional. I met a friend there who I haven't seen in a year. We stayed for two hours and never felt rushed. We ordered the salmon dip for an appetizer and it was supposed to come out with toast. They sent it out with tortilla chips with a promise to send out the toast as soon as it was done. Both the manager and chef came to our table to apologize which honestly wasn't expected because it didn't bother us. They comped our dessert at the end of the meal. Our waitress was attentive but didn't hover. The steak my friend had was huge and cooked to perfection. I would highly recommend this place based on the service and hospitality alone. read more

This restaurant is a beautiful facility, and the service was excellent. However, the food was not as good as I remember it from the last time I was here, about ten years ago. Portions were much smaller, which is alright, but my salmon was not that good, and my mashed potatoes were on the cool side. I just feel like the food should be better for what you pay, as it used to be. read more

Really enjoy this whole dining experience. If you haven't tried the artichoke appetizer you really should. The salt and pepper mixture on top just makes the artichoke pop. Try the Thai salad. Absolutely big enough for 2 to share. The ribs are great to. Ambience semi casual. Service is always great. read more

This review is for a visit on July 29, 2017 My husband and I were going to the theater and decided to try J. Alexander's for a late lunch, early dinner. Location was tucked away behind the mall area. Lots of parking. Hubby made reservations, but probably didn't need them. We received a friendly welcome and were taken to our table immediately. Emily our waitress came to our table quickly and brought us some glasses of water. Very nice simple menu, not too large of a selection and does change with the seasons. We ordered a bottle of Felluga Pinot Grigio as we initially thought we were going to be having fish. My hubby and I ended up ordering steak Maui with haricot verts and a prime rib with brussel sprouts. OMG these were both great choices and I couldn't find anything to complain about. From the atmosphere, to the service, to the amazing flavors everything was perfect! We had two people taking care of us, Emily our waitress and Cyrus was our Sommelier (but seemed to be the primary at the table). My husband even sent his compliments to the chef, which is a rare thing these days, and the executive chef, Brad, came out to greet us and talk about the methods and routines they use in the kitchen. How they cut their own meat and fix one of every dish every day to assure quality. We decided to order a dessert to share and as we were eating Ryan the (assistant?) general manager came out to greet us and actually compliment us on being such nice customers. That has never happened in my entire life and I have been to many high end restaurants throughout my life. We will definitely be coming back here on a regular basis and worth the drive out. read more

Great mashed potatoes, and the steak was good, but way too expensive. I've had steak just as good at a few other places in Oak Brook, Elmhurst, etc. Nice food, not really worth the price. read more

We have gone to J. Alexander's several times and the food is generally good, but had our first bad experience last night. The service was unbelievably slow and unattentive. Not typical of J. Alexander's. Also, part of my entree was old n' cold - the fries were stale, but the steak was good It's generally pretty decent - the ambience is nice and the service is normally good. They must have been having an off night last night as the food and service were not up to their norm. read more

We just had a lovely anniversary dinner there tonight. I'd made the reservation via Yelp just an hour or so before. The process was smooth when we arrived; we waited just a few minutes for a table. We even received a personalized 'Happy 25 th Anniversary' notice on the top of the daily specials menu. The food was very good; service was, too. Our college- age daughter was with us, as it's her spring break. Friends of ours who knew we were heading there called in and ordered champagne for us, and, knowing our daughter was not yet 21, the server was thoughtful enough to bring her a non- alcoholic drink in a champagne flute, so that she could toast with us. A very special night! read more

I visit many restaurants, though I can neither call myself a restaurant connoisseur nor food aficionado...In fact I am severely picky when it comes to trying new foods. With that said, I am thrilled to say that I have never had a dish at J Alexander's in Oakbrook that I did not absolutely love. I usually have the Grilled Scottish Salmon and I highly recommend it to everyone who visits... Don't care for salmon? That's okay. Just try another entree...They are all sooooo good! read more

This restaurant is an excellent example of what a true American Dinner Establishment should be like. Everything from the atmosphere to the service was just great. Our family has been to this restaurant plenty of times (Dine-In, Carry Out, etc.) and we are always happy about the service, food & experience. The employees & waiters/waitresses are always friendly and are always trying to make the experience better. If there are any issues, they go out-of-their way to try and fix it and also reward you with some type of bonus (free appetizer, dessert, etc.) for the problem. Couldn't give this place 5 stars if the food wasn't at that level either, not only do they have so many options to eat, but I have yet to try something bad on their menu! If you are going to go to this place, you MUST try their Steak Maui. It has got to be the best steak I have ever had in my life. Just typing about it makes me want to go back. You need to stop reading this and go ahead and make a reservation because, as my witness, you will not be disappointed. Enjoy read more

The prime rip was cooked perfect. Wasnt rubber nor dry. It was perfect. Will return to try other thing son the menu. read more

J. Alexander's - Nice dark place to enjoy one on one dinner. - New American Near Me - Oak Brook, Illinois

I've been to this place a couple of times in the last year. The location is nice because parking is easy. There's a big lot just for the restaurant. The food is pretty good. I get the Hyde park sandwich every time. The portion is average sized to large. When other people get fish dishes, they do say the fish does not have a lot of seasoning. The atmosphere is nice. It's loud enough you don't hear what people are talking about around you, but quiet enough you can hear what people are saying at your table. The dress is casual, but a lot of people dress up when they go to dinner here. There aren't a lot of kids that go here, but there is a kids menu available. Overall, I always have a good experience here and the service has always been good as well! read more

J. Alexander's - Hyde park sandwich - New American Near Me - Oak Brook, Illinois

Searched for reasonably priced, good ole American food after picking someone up from the airport. Found it at J. Alexander's!!! Our party of four ordered a bottle of Zinfandel, Calamari, Alex's Salad, Caesar Salad, Steak Maui, Filet Mignon with Bearnaise, Grilled Pork Tenderloin, Mr. Jack's Crispy Chicken Platter, Chocolate Bundt Cake, and Carrot Cake, ...and everyone thoroughly enjoyed their meal. Everything was perfectly cooked from the accurately temperatured meats and tenderly fried calamari to the warm/moist carrot cake. The transition from appetizer to main meal to dessert was perfectly timed and all of our utensils were replaced at each stage. To top it off, our waitress was absolutely friendly and very attentive -- even though she was handling multiple tables. read more

Once again, disappointing. Had a good glass of red wine, husband had a good cocktail (happily, no problem with the bar), but the supposedly rare ahi tuna steak was a waste. I wasn't even sure it was tuna, since the color was a pale, sickly pink rather than proper red inside. The seasoning was blah, and our "veggie" was a sad salted tomato. It wasn't inedible but we certainly learned our lesson and will chose somewhere else next time. read more

The atmosphere of this restaurant is great. All of the staff that I got the chance to interact with were all super friendly and welcoming. I got the fish tacos and they were filling and delicious. The portion sizes are great if you are looking to indulge in a nice meal. I have never ordered something from here that I did not like. I would definitely recommend this place to anyone who is having second thoughts about trying it. read more