First of all-a scolding, to myself. Why haven't you been here in so long?! Foolishness!!! Let's not make that mistake again! Now, on with the fun stuff! I stopped in on a Saturday, after working overnight and running some errands. I wanted a quick bite-a well crafted martini and some zen or charm or swagger or something, to pick me up after a long week with unexpected challenges. J Alexander's delivered on every level. Outside, it has the "out west," Frank Lloyd Wright bungalow feel. Inside, there's this cozy, wood and leather feel, with booths and tables on various levels-a large, lively bar area and an open kitchen, spotted right there in the lobby. It's cozy but vibrant, soothing but with a pulse to it, grown up and slightly elevated/upscale but approachable. That's a terrific recipe. It's a great place for date night, girls lunches, family dinners, drinks with friends or lunchtime breathers from the grind. This was a very good choice. With Rat Pack or swingin' jazz piano playing in the background and a huge martini/cocktails/mocktails and wine menu-this spot is such a vibe. I ordered the spinach con queso (with the light, warm, ribbon shaped chips) and a pear martini. Oh! Instant peace! That martini was so well crafted-ice cold and with layers of fine flavors. It comes with a mini carafe of overflow martini, kept cool in a snifter full of ice. The queso dip was creamy, rich and comforting-and my server brought a refill of chips! I so wanted to order the rattlesnake pasta or the Hyde Park chicken sandwich-but I was too full. What an awesome visit-sipping martinis, looking out the window toward Midtown. It was a great reset in a comfortable booth, with attentive service in a gorgeous setting. I'll be back with the friends and a bigger appetite-there's so much I want to try! I love that it has the same feel/ambiance since its early days! I remember when the building next door was Borders books. We'd come after work on Fridays. Time to get back into that good habit! Oh! Lots of free and easy parking-easy to get to via Dale Mabry or I-275 and fair prices. Good ac, too--yay! read more

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Mediocre and overpriced. Outback had a better cut of meat. Vegetables were mush. Potato's was what you got you one extra star. And watch those hidden fees. Manager don't respond I don't give a care and stand by my review. read more

First time here and I was impressed, it's a really nice, cozy and intimate establishment. The service started off slow, meaning we sat for about 15 minutes before we were greeted. But then it took off like a rocket. My wife had the Hawaiian steak with broccoli and it was a very good cut of meat. The portion size was huge and enough for her to take home. In my opinion it was overly sweet but my wife enjoyed it. I went with the special for the night which was a crab cake and 5oz steak with mashed potatoes. My meal was delicious and this was the most authentic crab cake I've had since my time in Maryland. There were actual chunks of crab meat inside and not fillers. My steak was tender and juicy. My wife received a birthday dessert which was carrot cake and it was very delicious and I'm not usually a fan of carrot cake. My only complaint was the noise, for this to be an intimate restaurant it was very loud. But other than that we really liked it read more

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**GOAT ALERT** Carrot Cake The reviews for J. Alexander's have been on lockdown for months. I went here way back in November, but was unable to write a review then so this one will be almost 6 months after the fact. One of my old co-workers used to always bug me about going to J. Alexander's. He knows I love going to try restaurants and especially fancy spots. He was a little dumbfounded when I told him I've never been here, but he always comes here when he drives over from Orlando. Up first, the $14 deviled eggs. Ok so my only gripe is these things are frozen so cold I dang near had frostbite in my mouth. I think I would have enjoyed them more if they were just chilled or slightly cold. I don't know if this was a mistake or they're always served like this. For my main course I had the $25 French Dip. Sadly, I was not into this French Dip. I should have gotten something else. However, after I complained about the French Dip being very average the bartender told me the best spot for one is at Bazille inside of Nordstrom at the mall. Read my review over there. He nailed that one. Best hidden gem in Tampa Bay. The $16 espresso martini was flat out bad. Wouldn't order that again either. Now, here's the show stopper and the superstar of the day: Carrot Cake!!!! I've always thought Fleming's has had the best carrot cake around. Hello J. Alexander's. I now have to bring my mom here so she can compare too. I loved the carrot cake here. 10/10. I might even make this a **GOAT ALERT**. I thought it was that good. Would seriously consider coming here just for dessert only. read more

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My fiance brought me here on Valentines Day and we sat at the bar. We typically like to sit at the bar because you get to interact more with the staff and other patrons. The bar is beautiful, lots of room. Even on Valentines day, it wasnt over crowded. Our food came out quickly, the staff and bartenders were friendly and super attentive. I had the prime rib and my fiancé had the ribeye, both with potatoes and we also had the crab cakes. Everything was delicious. Recommend sitting at the bar. You wont be disappointed. read more

J. Alexander's - Prime rib and ribeye steak - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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J Alexander's has become our pre Lightning game dinner spot over the last 2 seasons - so I figured I needed to update my review. After probably 20+ visits over the last year, sitting in the bar or the dining room we have had nothing but excellent quality food and fantastic service. A couple of my favs: French dip sandwich, Cypress salad with grilled chicken, grilled artichokes, and the burger. They have a great wine list and I r seen martinis served that looked amazing. read more

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Trashy, overpriced food, and now it seems that their management can be rude. I was not going to write anything about this place because It was a whatever restaurant that I might never come back because of their low quality service but after finding out about the video, everything makes sense. read more

They ask people to leave if you ask about their packaging fee. They escorted a man out of their restaurant when he asked about it, only to have the general manager trespassed him just because he asked about the fee that they never told them about. read more

J. Alexander's - The general Manager - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Friendly staff! Great food! Short wait! The prices are a bit pricy but the veggie burger I got was delicious and they were able to substitute fries with broccoli instead. The food came out quickly and our waitress checked in on us. Large parking lot so easy to park and right off the highway! read more

J. Alexander's - Veggie burger - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Let me start by saying I normally love it here. The service and atmosphere are awesome. I never stray from my usual...the French dip and the carrot cake. I did not get the carrot cake today as I'm headed to a move and needed to save room for my snack. But I did get the French dip and unfortunately it was disappointing. It was very fatty and I think the meat just wasn't cooked long enough. There was limited horse radish too. The fries were good as always and the bread was delicious. I really hope this was a one off because usually I love this sandwich. I want to continue to get it. I'm not giving up on it but I'm not sure if I'll be back for it as soon. read more

J. Alexander's - Fatty beef - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

We found J. Alexander's on Resy and decided to give it a try, glad we did! Even though it's a steakhouse, they offer a wide variety of dishes, from fish to red and white meats. I ordered the Prime Rib, which was delicious, and the large serving of mashed potatoes was a nice surprise. My fiancée had the ribs with mac and cheese plus fries, also very tasty. My only con was that the mashed potatoes could have used a bit more salt but overall delicious. One detail I really liked was how they served my dirty martini. Instead of filling the glass to the very top (which makes it easy to spill) or giving me less, they filled the glass comfortably and brought the extra in a small side cup so I could refill. Smart and thoughtful! Our server seemed a little inexperienced but still provided excellent service. Overall, I had a great experience, and I highly recommend this place. I'm excited to go back! read more

J. Alexander's - Prime Rib - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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We were sat right away. You can see them cooking the steak on the grill. I got the salmon which was perfectly cooked and a side of mashed potatoes. My husband got the steak and fries and he said the steak was good but not the best. The atmosphere was great for a business meeting. read more

Yep love this place too great espresso chocolate martinis the steak is good and cooked on wood. Fire service is always good right loaded baked potato. We love going to the bar and hanging out there for happy hour. read more

J. Alexander's - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

Needed to update as the place got WAY better! Prices are prices, but quality control came back and leadership is obviously present. Staff doesn't seem as drained any more, great work! read more

Don't eat here , if you have any questions or concerns about the food or bill the assistant manager is going to trespass you with no questions asked. Much better establishments then this read more

Food is greasy and expensive the ambiance is chaotic and uncomfortable and the worst thing is the service, the servers are unhappy and they assume. General manager with the glasses and dark hair (wouldn't give me his name) is corrupt and extremely rude has shady practices read more

Ridiculous package fee on a takeout order. Never mentioned when ordering food. But boy it sure does show up when the bill comes due. What a scam.!!! avoid this place like the plague. Dishonest dealings. Hopefully they got new management. read more

I had driven by J. Alexander's multiple times but decided to give it a try after seeing it on Resy platform. I had a full rack of ribs with fries and Mac and cheese. The food was really tasty and I enjoyed the thin crispy fries. My Fiance really enjoyed his prime rib also. The ambiance is nice and upscale. read more

J. Alexander's - Ribs with fries and Mac and cheese - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

No need for menu, prime rib and dirty martinis with blue cheese olives. Always consistent, try it! read more

J. Alexander's - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

We had a most delightful dining experience at J Alexander's in Tampa! Made a reservation for two at 5:30 on a Thursday evening and were seated on time. My birthday was acknowledged by the hostess, which was lovely, and then we met Randy who would serve us for the evening. He was in a word... Amazing. Very attentive, friendly. He really made the evening so relaxing and comfortable for us. My husband ordered prime rib, rare, and it was cooked perfectly. I ordered filet mignon also cooked perfectly for me at medium. The deviled egg starter was delicious - wrapped up the meal with the incredible warm carrot cake... Randy said people just come to get the carrot cake and I totally understand why... Though I would come back for a great steak as well! Plenty of on-site parking. read more

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Wow this place is disgustingly awful. Other than horrible food and service they try to charge an undisclosed "packing fee" to customers. I saw someone gently question this and was very rudely asked to leave the establishment before the police were called and this man was trespassed. It was disgusting behavior on the part of the restaurant. AVOID this place at all costs. We also had undercooked food and was given push back about it when we asked for it to be cooked longer. Overall terrible experience. Chicken should not be oozing and deep pink in color. read more

Hello Yelpers!!! OMG, where do I start? As soon as you park in the lot, the smell of wood fired steak grilling hits you and the drool begins! When you walk in the front door, you see the flames rising up from the grill as the steak and ribs are being grilled to perfection. I can just stand there and watch all day! ( warning: my mouth's watering lol) We sat at our table, party of 5 extremely hungry after just landing at Tampa airport flying in from Islip NY. Tyler our waiter greeted us right away and got right to it. He took our drink order, explained some of the dishes and guided us to some perfect selections. We started with the char grilled artichokes! Why? Because while I was checking the reviews, everyone was going nuts over them. So, I said.... Why not! Man they were amazing, never had them that way, but will now!!! (Being an Italian from NY, we always stuffed them) For dinner, 3 of us ordered the amazing FULL rack of baby back ribs!!!! They were totally delicious and the meat...... as a New Yorker says was "Off Da Bone" delicious. And then.... Let's talk about the sides! I had the "loaded" baked potato and the unbelievable Mac n cheese. All I can say was unbelievable. I ended up taking home most of my potato and half my Mac n cheese. I knew that I will enjoy them the next day just as much! The other dinners were the grilled chicken (all dark meat on request) and the filet mignon! These were both enjoyed as much as we enjoyed the ribs! (But wait, there's more.......Marissa Tomei my cousin Vinnie). Desert! I forced myself into the chocolate friggin fudge cake and vanilla ice cream which totally put me into a good coma for the night. Also order on Tyler's recommendation was the carrot cake which he raved about. He hit that right as well. Tyler's presence, personality and service was truly amazing and on point. He made our night when that much better.... Thanks Tyler! (Good luck with the upcoming birth of your child) Tip him well folks! read more

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I've been to J.Alexanders many, many times and it's always been delicious! Today we decided to have a late lunch/early dinner. As we were seated our server Thomas approached and offered drinks. I absolutely love the French Dip from this restaurant. It's made with shaved prime rib. It's ALWAYS yummy. Today they had a special called Millionaire Steak Sandwich which is Grilled beef tenderloin, arugula, and creamy horseradish. The sandwich was served with French fries. I have never had this sandwich but took my server Thomas' advice and tried it. He said the difference is the meat is big chunks instead of shaved. While this sandwich was delicious, I personally wouldn't order it again. As you bite the sandwich the chunks of meat tend to fall out. For me, I'll stick with my original, the French Dip. I guess the old saying goes, if it ain't broke don't fix it! My husband had the original favorite, the French Dip. He ordered it with a side of Mac & cheese. I tasted his Mac & cheese and it was absolutely delicious. May have to get it next time! J. Alexander's also has a small patio area with a few tables in the front of the restaurant. Parking is plentiful at this location and never a problem. read more

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Added a hidden packaging fee and got upset when I asked about it. This is unacceptable please avoid.

The food was fine. The service from Ali was bad! She paid no attention to our table. Going through the motions is not good customer service. She acted like she didn't want to be there. read more

I've eaten at J Alexander's in Tampa more than 15 times over the years, and what keeps me coming back is the consistency. The food is always solid, the service is professional, and the overall experience feels reliable every single visit. The staff does a great job of taking care of guests without being overbearing, and the kitchen delivers the same quality each time, which is harder to find than people realize. Whether it's a casual dinner or meeting friends or family, it's a place I know I can count on. I also think it's a good value compared to other restaurants in the area that try to operate in the same category. You get quality food, dependable service, and a comfortable atmosphere without feeling like you overpaid. Definitely one of the more consistent restaurants in Tampa. read more

Charges you for to go packaging...no way! Food was all right but bill came and a fee for packaging was added...

The general manager is very rude and trespasses customers for asking about hidden fees being charged.

Very disappointed with my experience at J. Alexander's in Tampa. I understand that restaurants have operating costs, but adding an extra packaging fee is frustrating, especially when customers are already paying for the food and service. These additional charges should be clearly disclosed upfront rather than appearing as a surprise on the bill. For the prices they charge, I expected better transparency and customer consideration. I'll think twice before returning. read more

Our family grew up going to the one in Ft. Lauderdale and that one has always been fantastic! I'm not quite sure what it is about this one in tampa but they always miss the mark! We have given it numerous chances and unfortunately they have just disappointed us one too many times! I've learned not to rely on getting a steak or burger cooked correctly so I opted for a chicken sandwich while the kids got grilled chicken. We got the first round after 40 mins and they were cold to the touch. Waited an additional 20 mins and still no replacement. read more

The manager is totally rude when asked about a packaging fee for take out but didn't explain and go and asked us to leave

They stole people with their hidden packages fees. We saw the viral video only where the manager trespass a client for questioning about hidden fees. I dont recommended weird practice and theives read more

They charge 6% "packing fee" on all take out orders. Then the management gets aggressive and makes threats when you ask about it.

Last night's dinner was a bit of a rollercoaster--starting with a ribeye that came in swinging with flavor but also way more fat than I bargained for (for that price, I was hoping for more steak and less trimming). That said, the cook nailed it and the flavors were solid. The real stars of the night? The artichoke appetizer (super tasty!) and a potato that deserves its own standing ovation. Seriously, that potato was everything. Would I come back? Yes--but maybe for the sides and starters next time! read more

Always recommend the warm carrot cake, perfect for any time you come visit. Service is always excellent and perfect ambiance! read more

J. Alexander's - Carrot cake - Steakhouses Near Me - Tampa, Florida

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the manager on the packaging fee vid should be fired. WE Are ALL tired of the hidden fees and mandatory tips.

We ate here with our friends. We always have a great time. We all 4 ordered the prime rib it was awesome. Our server was Eva she is amazing. She answered our questions and gave recommendations. We would definitely recommend her as a server. read more

This place charges a "packaging fee" on to go orders. Who does that? Avoid at all costs and also be sure to avoid their "assistant manager" Dwight as he is a total tool. read more

We ordered food to go from J.Alexander's and it was so good!! I ordered the spinach queso dip and my husband ordered the french dip sandwich with a side of mac & cheese. Everything was really good! read more

These idiots have a packaging fee .... ???? That's enough for me to not go there . Why would you have a fee and not tell customers there is a fee when you order to go . read more