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    J. Alexander's

    3.7 (443 reviews)
    Open • 11:00 am - 10:00 pm

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    Classy
    Moderate noise
    Good for kids
    Dogs allowed

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    Orzo and Wild Rice
    Amy C.

    So I wanted to place a carry out for a work lunch meeting with five people... I started to place the order online, but was unable to make certain modifications like add cheese to a French dip sandwich & sub salmon for chicken on a salad. There also is not a comment section. I called the restaurant and they don't take phone orders, just online and in-person. Super inconvenient but since I already had the orders, I placed it without the modifications. Everything was tasty. I even ordered a couple of sides to try, the orzo pasta and Mac & cheese. When I looked at the bill, I was quite surprised to see that I was charged $6.62 for carry out containers. So my total bill for three salads, two sides and a French dip sandwich came to $124. This seems high & when prices are already high at a premium restaurant, charging for carryout containers seems ridiculous.

    Burger and fries
    Ashlyn F.

    I absolutely adore this place. The service is always so fast and great, the staff is friendly and attentive and the food is delicious. I love going here and will be back

    Key Lime cheesecake
    Zara H.

    Initially I came in here not knowing what I wanted then saw a pecan crusted fish as a special - and I was sold. They have an off the menu appetizer crab cake, which I thought came with fries but it was paired with a lemony arugula salad. Initially I was fussy - like a kid who was looking forward to French fries for lunch but then, started eating the salad, and it was just too good to stop eating lol. It was a perfect pairing and I'm thankful for the mishap after all. I got the pecan crusted trout and it was excellent. I told the waitress to kiss the chef that seasoned that fish. Coleslaw was good. Very well done dish. And for dessert - I had that Key Lime cheesecake with graham cracker crust. It was extravagant. I wanted to order another one to go but I'll have to be back soon :) I love the atmosphere here. Very comfy.

    Grilled Salmon
    Jenne E.

    Excellent cuisine and top-notch service can be expected at both of our establishments in Troy and Livonia. A highly recommended destination for a delightful family dining experience.

    Prime rib
    Bob B.

    I went here thinking it would be a high end dining experience. The only thing high end was the prices. The place was so loud it was hard to have a conversation. The crowd was another story. I would have thought that I was at a fast food location based on tank tops, short shorts, ball caps, etc. Service was mediocre at best. Although the steaks were perfectly cooked I thought the Mac and cheese was disgusting but our server never returned to the table for me to say anything until she brought the bill. $47 for NY Strip, even perfectly cooked doesn't justify that price. $41 for Prime Rib is still high. I will not return.

    Michael T.

    I got the cheeseburger and fries. I added one more Patty for an additional $7 so it was almost a $30 meal. I was expecting a very good burger and it was average at best. There was not much taste to the patties and it was quite dense which is a good thing but not when it was dry like that. The fries were not crispy, were shoe string style. There was nothing fancy about the bun. It was a very ordinary burger that did not impress me. The ambiance when I went in was quite dark with low lighting. I can't speak to the service as I just had a pick up order.

    Bread
    Aaron C.

    Five stars for the execution! J. Alexander's never misses when it comes to a solid steakhouse dinner. The steak was a 10/10--cooked to perfection and served remarkably fast. Great ambiance for a night out and the kitchen clearly knows what they're doing. Reliable, delicious, and great vibes.

    Half empty box of Mr. Jack 's Crispy Chicken Platter
    Sari G.

    Always delicious food! We love it here! Great service. Good ambiance! We love J. Alexander's.

    The lump crab soup was fine not good not great
    Rebecca R.

    I hate to say it I really do but J. Alexander's is underwhelming. We went a few days before Christmas. I was excited to have a nice meal after shopping. We had an okay meal. Everything was okay. If I were honest my money would be better spent at a good hole in the wall taco joint.

    Raquel T.

    Don't forget the artichokes! We stopped in for a lunch post pedicures at Nordstrom spa and it was exactly what we wanted. My mother, sister and I shared the wood fired artichokes as an app, always delicious especially with the aioli. For lunch, we all got the steak sandwich on special, absolutely the right move. Love their shoestring fries as well. Finally we split the carrot cake for dessert. Never forget the carrot cake.

    Destiny J.

    Saturday feb 10, 2024 my ladies and I celebrated galentines day. We loved it here. The lemon drops were amazing and strong per usual. The food was everything! The service was even better. Our waitress was such a sweetheart!

    Calamari
    Saige B.

    We started the night with the Calamari which was breaded with herbs and tasted delicious! The potatoes were so flavorful and the sauce on the side complimented the chicken very nicely. Our server Josh was amazing. He was so funny and charming, would 100% come back again!!

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    The variety of Food is really delicious as well as the friendly staff. You need to try it out!

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    One of my favorite neighborhood go to! Always consistent, friendly, helpful and tasty

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    Do not try and come here with a party larger than 4. Service is honestly awful. If you actually ever get a table.

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    Seasons 52 - Wood-Grilled Filet Mignon served with broccolini, Yukon mash, red wine and mushroom sauce.

    Seasons 52

    4.2(559 reviews)
    0.9 mi
    •$$

    I returned to this location because of family wishing to eat here. The restaurant seriously…read moreredeemed themselves this visit. From our server Quinn to the amazingly prepared and fresh tasting food, it was back to what I originally thought of this chain. It was a Monday night so it was not busy and there were 7 of us so we were seated right away. Our food arrived very quickly after we ordered and looked amazing. I love that they offer seasonal menus so you are almost always going to find something new on the menu. Additionally, the summer menu is all under 600 calories. That's a bonus! I ordered the Grilled Corn Flatbread, hubby had the Avocado Toast, and my niece got the Filet Mignon. I didn't take a pic of every person's orders - just those flanking me. The Flatbread was excellent - it had cheese and spiced bacon as well as sour cream so the taste combination was excellent. Hubby said his Avocado Toast was the best he had ever had. I had a taste and it was very good. My niece said her Filet was perfectly cooked and not dry or tough. I'll be back again - thank you, Quinn, for how personable and helpful you were to our family.

    Pros: Great service at the bar…read moreWatermelon margarita! Pretty outdoor patio Good happy hour prices Cons: Parking is a mess - shares a small lot with Yard House Happy hour prices are good because the plates are tiny. Steak lettuce wraps were comically miniature. If you are really hungry, suggest ordering off the regular menu.

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    Seasons 52 - Caramelized Grilled Sea Scallops served with broccolini and mascarpone risotto.

    Caramelized Grilled Sea Scallops served with broccolini and mascarpone risotto.

    Seasons 52 - Cedar Plank-roasted Salmon with seasonal vegetables, marble potatoes and dill-mustard sauce

    Cedar Plank-roasted Salmon with seasonal vegetables, marble potatoes and dill-mustard sauce

    Seasons 52 - Seasons 52 has a wide selection of varietals on our wine menu

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    Seasons 52 has a wide selection of varietals on our wine menu

    Yard House - Tap in to great food, classic rock and 100+ craft & local beers.

    Yard House

    3.5(579 reviews)
    0.9 mi
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    World Cup soccer was event. France vs Norway was the…read moredancers. Yard House is a great spot to come and watch sports of all kind. If it's something big come early cause it definitely gets packed pretty quick. I had the boneless wings with the Korean sauce and it was shockingly good. Boneless wings are a low expectation food for me, so when a sauce or the crisp really comes out excellent, I'm always genuinely surprised. The sauce was really the highlight, cause it balances flavor and heat perfectly, while also having some sweetness without being too sticky. What I really like about this spot is that they have around 110 draft beers on tap so it's really a craft beer lovers paradise. They also have some basic beers for those who don't have the love for crafts along with a full bar and curated cocktail list. So if you like the idea of an elevated sports bar, with solid food choices, and amazing beer list this is the spot for you.

    AARON.... was phenomenal first off, I'm coming for Chicago…read moreand I expect Chicago service and it actually was up to par, we went for happy hour menu :.. great times...,,,... I would definitely will return when back in town..

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    Yard House - Lobster Garlic Noodles - Maine lobster, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, spinach and parmesan.

    Lobster Garlic Noodles - Maine lobster, shrimp, shiitake mushrooms, spinach and parmesan.

    Yard House - Enjoy a variety of appetizers, like our Chicken Nachos, while watching your favorite sports games.

    Enjoy a variety of appetizers, like our Chicken Nachos, while watching your favorite sports games.

    Yard House - Mac + Cheese]² - With white truffle, bacon, chicken, crimini, shiitake & oyster mushrooms, parmesan and panko cheddar crust.

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    Mac + Cheese]² - With white truffle, bacon, chicken, crimini, shiitake & oyster mushrooms, parmesan and panko cheddar crust.

    Hazel's - FRIED CHICKEN DINNER

    Hazel's

    4.3(452 reviews)
    1.8 mi•Downtown Birmingham
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    One of my besties & I dropped by Hazel's Seafood for weekend brunch! This was a perfect spot to…read moresecure a pocket of happiness with great conversation, great food & great service. Jeff as our server was a delight! He took good care of us. We stuck around long enough that we hated to see him moving on to the room for a party celebration. We even tried to order a second meal but they had to make way for reservations! We will be back! Our food was soooo good! I had the B-Fast Sandy and one pancake. My bestie had the shrimp & grits plus three different flapjacks! The pancakes/flap jacks are huge. This was a perfect location to celebrate Woman's History Month since this is an award winning restaurant, owned by a woman.

    I had went to "Hazels" on the corner of Maple and Woodward in Birmingham after leaving my doctor's…read moreoffice and getting some sobering news! I've been there several times with my son and always had a good experience. However, today I walked in and it was like nobody saw me and I stood there at the entrance and I stood there. Two gentlemen came in behind me and the girl saw them and she seated them and then she saw me and she said 'are you here to eat' I said, "of course I'll take the seat by the window facing Maple" and she said "OK go ahead and I'll bring you a menu"! She never did. Eventually, the Server who was working that table. She saw me and she was training another person today and she says I'll be right with you! Well, a minute turned into another minute and another minute and several other people came in and then she came to me and said "what are you having?" I said "I don't know. I don't have a menu!" "Oh" she said "She didn't give you a menu!" I said, No, She didn't give me anything"! So the Server and her trainee went and got me a menu and a glass of water, silverware and napkin! After waiting and waiting for my server and her trainee to return and more people to be seated, my server returned and took my order! Lobster bisque and halibut with green beans no potatoes! Then, for more waiting! And I waited and waited and waiting! They brought my lobster bisque! I tell you! They just do not know how to make a lobster bisque in Birmingham thus far! Not up to par. It was orange and not a bit of lobster in it! Nor the smell of lobster was nowhere near it! I don't know what these restaurants think lobster bisque is. Did not even return to remove my bowl or replenish my water! Never saw them again! Then, I waited another long time until they brought out my main course which was pathetic and the sauce with it was so salty that I couldn't even use it so I did sprinkle some lemon on the fish and try to eat it. The best thing about the meal was the green beans! I ate part of the fish, but it was more or less tasteless! Not one time did my server come to check on me to see if everything was OK and as she was bringing me my check, she poured me some more water, that was really good. The only time she checked on me! The water. Did I tip her? Hummm NO! Oh no oh no! I'm a very good tipper for good service! What could improve? Everything!

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    Hazel's - Portholes in the vestibule.

    Portholes in the vestibule.

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    Hazel's - Onion rings and Connecticut lobster roll

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    Onion rings and Connecticut lobster roll

    Stoney River

    Stoney River

    3.7(447 reviews)
    1.7 mi
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    Stopped by Stoney River in Troy Sunday evening around 6 PM and grabbed a seat at the bar. The place…read morewas relatively quiet and not too packed. I was pretty hungry so I decided to do something I usually don't do. I usually steer clear of meatloaf at restaurants. It's one of those classic, "home-cooked" comfort foods that rarely translates well to a commercial kitchen. Too often, it's just a bland, dry block of meat hidden under a pile of ketchup or gravy. However, a friend insisted I try it here, so I decided to give it a whirl. I'm glad I did. It was actually pretty darn good. The meatloaf was flavorful and well-prepared, served with a rich, mushroom-laden gravy that really elevated the dish. It came with a solid side of mashed potatoes and broccoli to round it out. I'd also be completely remiss if I didn't mention the bread basket. It single-handedly ruined my calorie count for the day, but in the most pleasing way possible. It fell somewhere between a dinner roll and a doughnut, especially after adding the semi-sweet butter. All in all good meal. My tummy was pleased . If you're looking for a solid meal in a nice atmosphere, this place is worth a visit.

    I'm leaving this review because Stoney River had an opportunity to address my concerns privately…read moreand failed to do so. Our party of 15 had a 7:30 PM reservation on Sunday, August 23rd. Later that evening, I stepped outside at approximately 9:32 PM. When I attempted to return inside around 9:35 PM, I was unable to get back into the restaurant. I remained outside until approximately 9:42 PM trying to get someone's attention. The restaurant had been closed for approximately 40 minutes at that point, but seven people from our party were still inside. I completely understand that restaurants close and employees need to leave. That isn't my complaint. My concern is that I was a member of a party that was still inside the restaurant, and there was no reasonable communication or assistance when I attempted to return. What really made this experience worse, however, was what happened afterward. Rather than immediately leaving a negative review, I contacted Stoney River directly through the website and submitted a formal complaint. I gave management the opportunity to hear what happened, provide an explanation, and hopefully make the situation right. No one ever responded. No phone call. No email. No acknowledgment. Nothing. That is incredibly disappointing, especially considering this was a large party of 15 people who had made a reservation and spent their money at the establishment. Customer service isn't just about how you're treated when everything goes perfectly. It's also about how a business responds when a customer has a legitimate concern. I was willing to give Stoney River the benefit of the doubt and allow management to address the situation privately. They chose not to. So here we are. The original incident was disappointing. Being completely ignored after formally bringing it to management's attention is what earned this review. I hope Stoney River takes customer complaints more seriously in the future.

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