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    Jack Binions Steak House

    3.5 (70 reviews)
    Closed 5:00 pm - 10:00 PM

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    Queen's cut prime rib
    Rosie N.

    First off, for being in a casino it's actually a nice place to eat. Ambience is definitely a first date feel. Super lux and the staff are very friendly. Must have reservations to eat there so check out their site for their online process. Now for the food. The prices are high but for a fancy place setting it's expected. Even though the cost is higher the portion of food is large. Their sides come in a family style so enough to feel 2-4 people on sides. Everything else such as the protein is separate. We got the queens cut prime rib, the filet mignon, and the surf and turf. The prime rib was cooked perfectly! Super tender and flavorful with the light pepper seasoning. The Au ju sauce was nice and not overly salty. The bread that came with it was lack luster and don't taste like anything so i would skip that. The filet mignon was also cooked perfect and tenderly made. Not overly seasoned. The surf and turf was not the best. The lobster tail was slightly over cooked so it was a bit more on the rubbery side rather than buttery soft and flaky. The steak was a bit overdone for our taste as well and this one turned out more salty as well. Tip: when they give the seafood the little yellow sachet is actually lemon and you do not have to unwrap it just s queen and there won't be lemon seeds getting onto your plate. Tip: they also give you a side of clarified butter on a little candle warmer for seafood. For sides we got the Brussel sprouts and the wild mushroom risotto. The brussel sprouts are a must. It was a great side. It was sweet and savory, the sprouts were cooked with a slight bite and not super mushy like most places do. So it was perfect. It has a nice salty bacon bits and the sweet honey sauce was a perfect balance of sweet and salty. The risotto was on their special for the day. It was super flavorful and had a great mushroom umami flavor. But I wouldn't say it was risotto. More so overly cooked and watered rice. Since the "risotto" pasta was actually grains of rice. Over all it was a nice place to dine and protein was nicely done for the most part.

    Bread for $5.95 with olive oil, butter, and cheese.

    We had a lot of expectations going into this. Unfortunately the experience didn't deliver. Ambiance 10/10. I will give them that. Very cozy and romantic. Customer service 4/10. The host at the front was not very friendly. The waiter was good but when we tried to talk to him, he wasnt having it and walked away. Not personable at all. Nothing comes free with the meal except water. Bread is $5.95 and comes with a teeny cup of parm cheese,olive oil and butter. Though it was good, the quantity of toppings needed to be more. They were gone after about 3 pieces of bread. 6/10. Sides are alacarte. So we tried the truffle fries. These were 10/10, the best I've ever had. I asked for ketchup and mustard for dipping, and again it came in a bigger cup than the toppings but they filled it only 1/4 of the way if that. My husband got battered shrimp and they were pretty big, so he was satisfied and said it was good. 7/10, tasty but didn't blow his mind. I got the chicken pesto pasta. I love pesto so I was excited, however I was incredibly disappointed. The portion was big but the pasta was overcooked, the sauce wasn't a sauce but a paste. No creaminess at all. It was so pastey. Every time I'd stir it would rip the pasta apart even more than it was. The chicken that came with it had a light crunchy coating but the chicken itself was the driest chicken I ever had. It was simply inedible. I tried one bite and chewed for like 10 minutes,even with water it was tough to swallow. I felt like I'd choke. 1/10 only because the flavor wasn't bad just overall not edible especially for $31 and no sides. We got 2 pieces of cheesecake and it comes with fresh berries and sauce, it was dense and good. It was just what you'd expect out of a piece if cheesecake 8/10. Overall disappointed which is a shame. Probably won't be back. It's far too expensive for possibly another inedible meal.

    a plate of food
    Mary P.

    Took Dad here for his 83rd birthday. Spent over 230 for 3 people. Now, my steak for the price, was not as tender as I expected. The "Oscar" on top of my steak was just basically flaked crab, hard stalks of asparagus and absolutely did not see nor taste any Bearnaise sauce at all. The Yorkshire pudding, (basically a hollow pastry that you add liquid to, to pretend it's a pudding," with the prime rib, was a cheap addition to justify the price of the smaller cut of prime rib, which was even smaller than the pastry, and since I worked in many places that served prime rib, both as a cook and a server, and I understand the weight is "before" it is cooked my guess is that it is 10 oz, not 12 oz, before cook time, that both my father and my brother got. The pastry was as large as the meat and is worthless in the scheme of trying to look fancier. (Felt like Tiny Tim was behind Dad, saying "God bless us everyone," when throwing something that sounds great but obviously was used to feed people in poverty). Bread was extra, and it was tough and chewy, and not worth the $ 5.95 bucks we were charged for it, so don't get it! The menu boasts the hashbrowns, and yet they said something had been recalled so they didn't have them? At 6 pm. Which makes me wonder The Brussel sprouts and the asparagus, which we asked to please cook longer, and I mean it was emphasized to the waiter, when we first ordered so that dad, who at his age, has a tough time with, could at least chew them, had to be taken back when we got them. Which I know wasn't either told to the cooks, or they ignored the request. But what really interested me was the mashed potatoes being in a smaller bowl which was to be family sized verses the Brussel sprouts bowl, which of course the bowl wasn't full with the sprouts. The mashed potatoes were the one really good thing, so when comparing the bowl it seemed as if we were cheated by putting something that makes no sense when as someone who worked in a restaurant, potatoes in the scheme of things are by far one of the cheapest things to make, and yet, smaller bowl? For 9.95 extra? (And please don't justify that the Brussel sprouts and asparagus were 12.95 each, when we all know the price of both are more costly than the potato is. And to have mashed but not hashbrowns. Sincerely, it's not tough to shred potatoes. The waiter seemed put out to go get Dad a dish of ice cream to celebrate his birthday. You know, like everyone lives to be 83? When he brought it out, he said, "Well this is all you get," cheapening a day that should have been special for Dad, like because it was the only complementary thing, it was such a hardship or a waste of time and energy, to do it. Dad and I have eaten at other ala-carte places, including other casinos. But this was the first time, we really felt the place verses what was advertised, and what we got, just wasn't worth it. And sincerely, I believe Jack Binion's in this case, cut corners, while professing to be something special. Hope Dad lives to be 84 so we can find a better place to eat. The only way I would recommend this place to anyone, is if comps help pay for it and I mean most of it. All in all, it was not at all, what I expected for the price. And we are not hard to please people, but someone needs to ask some questions about the cutting corners and claiming to be one of the best. I would have rather seen a full 12 oz prime rib on Dad's plate without the pitiful pastry, than what he got there. By the way, the few potatoes we split between the three of us, were added to Dad's plate. If you click on the picture you can see the comparison to the fork that Dad is holding. Update**** Talked to the manager today, His name was Chris. He asked why we didn't address the issue there at the restaurant. He said that staff shortages were requiring them to take shortcuts, including getting already peeled potatoes delivered that are cryo packed. Yeah, let's call that fresh shall we. By the way between 6 and the time we left, never saw hair nor hyde of "Chris", walking by the tables asking how service was. They weren't busy at all last night, so where was the manager at all? I understand staffing shortages. I was a manager of a full service restaurant. I tried to explain, it was Dad's birthday, he picked the place, and I didn't want to make Dad upset by over complaining, And he asked me why I didn't call out the lack of Bearnaise sauce on my steak. Well Chris, we were already sending stuff back. It should have been an immediate hint that things weren't right. So, if we really wanted to address it all, it would have been ALL OUR DISHES. The less than 12 ounce prime ribs, the lack of sauce on my steak and the vegetables. The hard bread, which leaves only the mashed potatoes that turns out are not as fresh as people want to profess. Should have just left the food where it sat and just left!

    Christine S.

    We had a fantastic experience. We were celebrating gram's birthday and everyone loved their dinner. They start you off with a delicious selection of warm bread with fresh whipped butter. We then opted to share the cheese platter which was very nice but it is served with ritz like crackers so you may want to use the fresh bread. Everyone enjoyed their steaks which were cooked perfectly. I had the crab cakes as my dinner and loved them. They are some of the best I've had in the Midwest. They were made with fresh lump crabmeat. They brought gram her own little personal cheese cake with candle! We will definitely be back!

    Amuse Bouche w Pineapple Tomatillo hybrid, honey and edible flower.
    Sarah G.

    Dining at Binion's for restaurant week was a real treat. Look out for the wobbly water glasses though (these will apparently be replaced soon and may even have been by the time of this writing). That being the only misstep though - nothing was spilled even with that challenge - everything else was pitch perfect. From the service to the grub. Started out with an amuse bouche and the wagu carpaccio, with citrus aioli, onion marmalade and an aged parmesan. Good clean flavors on both. The amuse bouche was very unique and I always welcome the opportunity to eat flowers! The chicken fried lobster was crazy good. Unfortunately it was also really hard to capture the majesty and magnitude of this dish in photos! Just imagine... two fried lobster tails delicately balanced atop a sturdy structure of quartered potato wedges - also fried to perfection - with crispy exterior and soft supple potato interior. But back to the lobster... it was FRIED LOBSTER. No need for butter here. Seasoned to perfection and left me wanting more. Though I was already stuffed at this point. So much so that I couldn't finish what I imagine was another whole potato's worth of steak fries. Then the dessert came (cue the Hallelujah singers and clouds opening!) This was hands down one of the most top notch desserts I've had ever. And it was just a sample of what they're capable of? Sign me up for more of that. All in all, this was a real quality meal. Given the fact that Jack Binion's is in Council Bluffs doesn't bode well for our immediate return, but the amazing food and friendly manager might make up for that deficiency!

    Beet salad
    Suzy W.

    I have eaten at Jack Binions several times, and it seems like it's hit or miss. Sometimes mistakes happen done as requested, and sometimes overcooked. Also, the seafood there has not been impressive, although I always say that I should order a steak while eating at a steakhouse. For starters, I ordered the crab bisque. It is so rich and creamy with a little kick of spice. This time, I ordered the fillet, and it was cooked the way that I requested. I was going to order the seasonal side, but even the waiter talked me out of it, stating it wasn't very popular. The hash browns are good, but they needed some seasoning. The sides are all for sharing, so don't order one for each person. For appetizers, we ordered the shrimp cocktail and bacon, which were both delicious. The dessert that I always order is the pralines, and they never disappoint. It's a crisp wafer with chocolate and raspberry sauce.

    Parmesan truffle fries... No dipping sauce

    Over priced and underwhelmed... We stopped in since we were at the casino. Everything was very expensive and we weren't that hungry so my husband ordered the $10 ceasar salad which was made with iceburg lettuce and their parmesan crisp looked pretty but tasted like crap. I had the crab bisque which was very tasty but I had 3 different bites where I had shell in it. And then we had the parmesan truffle fries which they just give u ketchup with. Sorry, not for me. I asked for aioli which they had some mustard aioli so I made it work. BUT on a good note: we're in town for our anniversary and they were really nice and gave us a little chocolate dessert that was very good and very rich!

    Prime rib eye! Delish!
    Eileen C.

    Awesome steak in the Council Bluffs/Omaha area! I was brought here after my coworkers raved of the food and I have to say, it well met my expectations. This is also the night after having steak the previous night at 360 steak house at Harrahs, which was okay. I would have to say Jack Binion's is my favorite steak house so far! Got the rib eye. Yummmm! Cooked medium rare as I requested perfectly with char grilled outsides... Once I bit into the 16 oz meat, I knew my mouth was no longer regretting eating another steak in 2 days. Also got the truffle Mac and cheese which I really liked. The truffle oil takes the Mac and cheese to another level and they seem to know a good balance. The legendary hash was pretty good too. Huge, but good. Service was awesome. Refilled our water frequently and checked in politely. The waiter, Cory, was very friendly.

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    NOT FAMILY FRIENDLY. Have to be 21 for this restaurant. Turned away for Christmas Dinner with reservations because one member not 21.

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    The unique establishment. Definitely a hidden gem in the city of Omaha. Stake was phenomenal!…read moreService was spot on. I must visit if your long fot a place that off the radar amd delicious.

    The Drover, a review:…read more When you pull into the parking lot the outside of the place appears very unassuming. Once you walk-in, the modest decor gets even more humbling. It's a very old school, western, and rustic type of vibe. There's a sense of rugged individualism, resilience, and Western identity. Cowboys are a big part of the theme here, hence the brand name, The Drover. Various murals of impersonations of these vaqueros plaster the walls. The lounge area gives off old mafia movie feels, as you can picture how it could be filled with clouds of cigar smoke as mafioso Capos & soldiers belly-up to the dark bar sipping on their Scotch. Once the drinks start flowing and you get relaxed then the magic starts! You won't be disappointed in the Old Fashioned, or any other type of cocktail for that matter. The fresh baked bread comes out first with a significant portion of spread butter, which is absolutely delicious! Then you realize, that this place actually still has an old school salad bar. Like as soon as I seen the salad bar with all the fixings and the homemade Thousand Island dressing, I was hooked! Finding an open buffet style salad bar these days is as rare as finding a good woman who cooks and cleans. They're like unicorns. The Drover has several cuts of meat to select from. You honestly can't go wrong with the cut that you choose. They have seafood selections as well, just in case you want to get your Surf 'N Turf on. There's one thing that you can definitely say about this place, and that's the fact that it's a no-frills type of joint. They don't waste any time with any fluff. It's strictly meat & potatoes...literally. You won't find any bartenders here doing stupid bottle tricks and begging for clicks like they do out in Vegas. Instead you'll find Tony, who just keeps the glasses full with the concoctions that you wish to imbibe on. One of the female bartenders would fit right in at home in NYC as she drops an F-bomb or two. But, I'm no Karen, so I welcome the realness. She stated, "it's so fucking hot in here", as the bar fills up and the workers get slammed! Now onto the main course: I went with the 8oz Filet and the loaded baked potato. It was delicious! Simple, tasty, and loaded with flavor. They're famous for their secret "whiskey marinade" recipe. The baked potato comes out still wrapped in its foil, which will bring back memories of when your dad would cook them on an open flame charcoal grill. Did I mention the butter? I think I ate enough butter to kill a baby cow! And, I still couldn't get enough. Overall, this place is the epitome of Midwest Steakhouses. It gets right to the point and its customers will appreciate that! One guest told the bartender that he's not from Omaha, but every time he comes into town he comes directly to The Drover to eat dinner. He stated, "I've been coming here for 28 years". Later adding, "except for the years it was burnt down". Another female bartender quickly corrected him, "it was only shutdown for 9 months". Well, when your favorite restaurant is closed for any amount of time, "it felt like years", I added, as we all got a good laugh. As one old timer who came to sit at the bar said, "this is our favorite place". Well...old cowboy, I can see why. And, just like any Old Western movie, The Drover packs a serious punch. Pro tip: they open for dinner at 5:00pm, so get here early, unless you have Reservations of course. I got there at 4:55pm, no reservation, sat at the open bar, which is first come first serve and by 5:40 the place was packed! And, this was on a Wednesday.

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