Such a great local staple! This place has such a cozy atmosphere it honestly feels like you're dining in someone's home in the best way possible. The food is consistently fantastic, and the cocktails are always perfectly done. We've been back several times now and have never been disappointed. It's the perfect spot for a Friday night dinner, date night, or celebration with friends. And whatever you do, don't skip the French onion soup it's a must-order every time! read more

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At my most recent visit, I did two things that I have never done at Moussalli's. First, I sat at table instead of the bar and second thing is that I did not order a steak. It was a special night, a group of foodie friends got together after not seeing each other for a while. It was a group of 11 and the accommodations and service couldn't have been better. Our server was extremely professional and didn't mind that it was 6 different checks. As our server was telling us the Daily Specials and the Catch of the Day, I immediately knew what I wanted. Whenever I hear, Pan Seared Sea Scallops or anything with Scallops, I'm sold. My scallops (4) were huge and the Risotto that they were served on was moist and flavorful. I also learned that they offer half bottles of wine and one of them is my favorite. I love, Quilt Cabernet Sauvignon. I'm probably going to wine hell because I paired it with my seafood instead of a white wine. Also, I want to give a shout out for their, Crab Stuffed Mushrooms. I've been known to stop by and have them and a Martini and call it a meal. When: February 19, 2026 Why: Meeting up with friends read more

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We have been coming here since they opened. many great date nights, birthdays, and friend group dinners. Always excellent service. The bourbon selection and drink menu is amazing. I come for the steak & lobster but everything i've tried is exceptional! Side note I've been getting the oysters now and are always fresh! read more

Moussalli’s Prime - Filet Mignon, Lobster, & baked potato - Steakhouses Near Me - Edwardsville, Illinois

My wife and I made 4:00 pm reservations for Moussalli's Prime for our 35th wedding anniversary. Neither one of us had been there before but saw it had high reviews. All I can say is WOW! We asked for the back enclosed outdoor room. Started off with fresh bread, which was delicious. Next I had oysters Rockefeller which was fantastic! Next I had French onion soup which was also to die for, then prime rib with a loaded baked potato. My wife had a filet and mixed veggies which she thought were cooked perfectly. When the meal was complete our waitress brought out a piece of ooey gooey cake with apples and a caramel sauce for our anniversary. I recommend this place highly and am trying to figure out how to get back there soon . read more

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Let me just say it: Moussalli's Prime in Edwardsville is that girl when it comes to Midwest steakhouses. Family-owned, tucked into a charming converted home, and absolutely serving five-star energy without the downtown drama--this place is a whole vibe. From the moment you walk in, the service is warm, the ambiance is elegant without being stuffy, and the food? Pure magic. Their steaks are Niman Ranch Certified Angus Beef Prime, and it shows. I had the ribeye (chef's kiss), and I'm still thinking about those crab-stuffed mushrooms. The sides are far from an afterthought, and if you're a seafood fan, they've got creamy, flavorful dishes that hold their own next to the steak. And let's talk cocktails: strong, balanced, and crafted with care. Whether you're sipping something classic or trying a house special, the bar at Moussalli's is not here to play. If you're celebrating something special--or just want a night out that feels like a celebration--this place delivers every time. Highly recommend, and yes, I'm already planning my next visit. Follow me for more local recs and hidden gems you'll be mad you didn't know about sooner. #EdwardsvilleEats #SteakDoneRight #CocktailsAndCrabStuffedDreams #MoussallisPrime read more

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The food was amazing, and so was the atmosphere! It was classy, and not stuffy. The drinks were consistent upon ordering a second. My server was very friendly and b happy to answer my questions. My 16-oz ribeye was cooked perfectly medium rare!! Melt-in-my-mouth delicious!! read more

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I discovered this wonderfully remodeled staple of southern Illinois steak houses about a couple years ago. Serving Niman ranch steaks aged for 6 weeks before serving it's as good a steak as you will find anywhere even near St. Louis. Always a great place for an exceptional occasion, but also a for daily dining experience. They have a great day to day menu and specials. Staff, food and drinks are all exceptional, and a Moussalli brother stops at each table to make sure your meal is to their standards. read more

Wanting to enjoy a nice evening outdoors, we recently visited Moussalli's Prime and opted for a table on their patio. It was the perfect setting for a relaxed dining experience. We started with a few oysters that set the tone for the meal. I went with a ribeye while my wife chose the salmon, which was well-prepared. The food was solid across the board and clearly made with care. Service throughout the evening was attentive and friendly. The staff made sure we were well taken care of,. What stands out most is the variety on the menu. In addition to classic steakhouse offerings, there were several rotating dishes and specials, which keeps things interesting for return visits. Overall, a good experience and a great option for a local night out, especially when patio weather is cooperating. read more

We were eager to try a new place in Edwardsville, but (perhaps snow related) we found it to be closed on a Friday night. Scanning options on Yelp (of course!) we thought maybe we could sneak into a couple of bar seats at Moussalli's. Hey, a guy can dream... Indeed, it was absolutely packed. However, we were so impressed with the hostess- she amazingly found us a table after a short wait. Service was excellent (attentive but not pushy, knowledgeable, courteous). We both had a glass of nice red tailored to our meals (NY strip for me, beef fettuccine for my wife). Really the whole experience was wonderful- service, food, ambience all top notch. We've been to all the steak places around the metro east and this is hands down our favorite. Will be back (soon!) and with a reservation haha:) read more

The food was good but absolutely does not justify the price. My wife and I agreed that we have had steaks at other restaurants for less than half the price that were just as good... some even better. Service was good. Wine selection was also wayyy overpriced for the selection offered. We will go elsewhere. read more

"Prime" is the highest grade of beef, and is what you're going to get at Moussalli's. I've been here three times and the meals are consistently exceptional. The filet mignon is the best I've ever had; even a nudge better than Annie Gunns (thought I'd never say that!). This place is always busy, nonetheless service is excellent and accommodating. There is an area where there are televisions for those requiring additional entertainment. I highly recommend. read more

We stopped there for dinner on our way to a work event. So glad we did! Very nice restaurant, with indoor and outdoor (covered / heated) seating. Family owned (3 brothers) - great service from the host to the waitress to the buss boy as well as one of the owner who took us to our table. Food was great, and this was probably one of the best burgers I had in a very long time! Lots of food though so I regrettably had to leave most of my fries, but I was very sad about it because they were delicious! Live music for part of the meal. A bit too loud in my opinion but at least the band was pretty good. Would definitely come back if I am ever in this area again! read more

Moussalli’s Prime - Prime Cheeseburger with garlic fries - Steakhouses Near Me - Edwardsville, Illinois

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For the price this restaurant charges, the food should be more elevated and the waiters shouldn't all be teenagers.

Fabulous!!! My husband had the 16 ox remembering b eye steak, French onion soup and their Parmesan garlic fries. I on the other hand has the Saffron Risotto with shrimp, crab and topped with halibut, Greek salad. Being my birthday I was presented a slice of their fantastic flourless chocolate cake. It was served with fresh fruit, whipped cream and a chocolate Happy Birthday !!!! Service is well above great. The ambiance: makes you feel in someone's home, fireplace and paintings. From the outside it's someone's home you have been invited to dinner! It's a favorite and suggest you try a lovely family owned and operated restaurant. read more

Great experience. Food served promptly. Wonderful taste. We will be going back regularly!

My husband and I enjoy going to Moussalli's - our favorite place to sit is in the bar area. There is a two top at the end of the bar that is perfect for us, but if that isn't available, any table in the bar will do. We have been twice in the last two weeks and have been waited on by Danielle - she's great!! Zach the bartender made some killer old fashioned's with Moussalli's Yellowstone Barrel pick bourbon!! Thursday's is Thai Fried Rice night; we've tried the beef and the shrimp, both delicious! And you can never miss with any of their Niman Ranch cuts of steak. Highly recommend!! read more

The Superior flavored food was off the chart great! Quality service provided by our server Collin. Fun young guy!! The entire staff was very hospitable. The atmosphere completed the environment, giving a feeling of great value overall! Great thanks to the owner Christian Moussali for stopping by our table to say hello and thank you!! They made my guest feel special by wishing her happy birthday and presented her with a chocolate torte. Great job!!! read more

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Where do I begin?! Beautiful. quaint, family owned and operated restaurant. One of THE BEST steak dinners that I have ever had in my life. The desserts were phenomenal, our group tried them all. Service was top-notch and one of the owners made our day by welcoming us and spending time at the table sharing the family's legacy at Moussalli's. It was a great experience, I totally recommend it. We will be back again soon! I will be dreaming of the delicious food and that chocolate torte until then. The icing on the cake, is supporting such a hardworking and dedicated family! Chef's Kiss and Bon Appetit! Bring out the James Beard Award! read more

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Excellent experience! The steak and baked potato were cooked to perfection, the service was super, the ambiance was clean, warm and inviting. read more

What a great restaurant. We sat out on the patio and it was a beautiful night for a nice relaxing dinner. We probably spent 2 1/2 hours there with friends eating and talking. We had reservations and we were immediately seated. They immediately gave us waters and some bread for the table. The waiter then took our drink order. They have a really good drink and wine list. I started with the Amalfi Coast drink and loved it. Once we had our drinks he asked about appetizers. We got the Pesto Arrancini and they were good. Not too much pesto. We munch on those awhile and never felt rushed. After that we got our dinner. The main dishes come with a salad/soup and a side. I got the filet and it was delicious!!! I got the French Onion soup and it was really good too. And if you like fries you have to get them. Overall a really good experience. We will go back even though it is a 30 minute drive to get there. read more

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Tonight I had the pleasure of dining at Moussalli's for the first time and let me say that we will definitely be back!! From the service, to food, to atmosphere, everything was way beyond our expectations. We had the pleasure of Christian serving us and he was extremely helpful, attentive, kind, and well knowledgeable in the menu! Despite it being clearly very busy we didn't lack in service at all. The food was wonderful including my vegetarian meal that they customize to your liking (probably one of the best I've had at any restaurant!) I was nervous not being a meat eater that I was going to a steakhouse with my family but I would go again just for that. Oh and don't even get me started on the oysters Rockefeller (I eat seafood once in awhile) they were AMAZING.... So much so that one order was not enough and we had to stop the bidder to ask our server to ring in more... I could come back and eat 12 of those on my own lol. Every part of the dinner was simply delicious and I can't wait to come back time and time again! read more

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My husband and I had dinner for my birthday. First time and the food, ambiance, and service was exceptional. The owner visited our table a few times to greet us and answer any questions we might have. We also noticed that the chef visited a few tables. They really care about the food and service that's provided. I look forward to visiting soon... read more

I used to work with the owners wife and let me tell you- we've been wanting to go here since Moussalli's opened! I wish we wouldn't have waited so long. It was amazing! We love a good steakhouse and Twisted Tree is probably our favorite. This place has matched their quality and energy. Atmosphere is casual and chill or classy and dressy. Their chicken wings were FIRE. Steak was on point and the seasoning and cook was perfection. We will be back and we won't be waiting so long. If you're in the Lou, make the drive. Worth every penny! read more

We just left the restaurant, food was good. Our server, Garrett, was awesome. We left our leftover medallion at the table and he ran out to the parking lot to bring it to us. Wonderful service, thanks Garrett!!! read more

Our favorite go to Friday night spot! We love it so much we are there every other week. Their filet is so good I can't get steak anywhere else, it just doesn't compare. Service is top notch, drinks are fantastic and the owners are the nicest people. Their attention to detail is top notch too. They definitely give you the bang for your buck! read more

The steak is incredible, service outstanding and the atmosphere is spot on for our date night.

Ambience is nice and the food selection was different but very good. The waitress was super pleasant and prompt.

Hands down my favorite place in Edwardsville! Family owned and farm to table style! Loved everything I have ever had here so it's hard to mention just one! The service is very educated on the menu and offers nice pairings for wine. Can't wait to go back! read more

Moussalli’s Prime - Steakhouses Near Me - Edwardsville, Illinois

Moussalli's Prime quickly became my favorite restaurant on the IL side and with very good reason! I'm actually shocked that I somehow haven't written a review. Complete blasphemy! Where do I even start? Their salads are a gift from the Heavens. The garden salad has preserved lemons and homemade ranch- so good. I'm not a big Caesar salad fan, but their's is beyond. But, the best salad there is asking them to mix the feta salad with the Caesar to create a dreamy, creamy, salty amazing beauty of a salad! I literally crave this salad on a weekly basis and order it every single time I visit. Next up, the best burger I've ever tasted. The beef is divine, the crispy havarti cheese goes perfectly, and the garlic Mayo is superb. When I had my first bite, I about died at how good it was and literally told everyone I knew and now they are also obsessed. Their garlic parmesan fries are also crispy, garlicky perfection. I dip them in the garlic Mayo. Their lettuce wraps are the bomb and such a welcome lighter alternative for lunch with so much flavor! For appetizers, I have had the crab meat in butter (insanely delicious), crab stuffed mushrooms, pork belly, and fried pickles and all are great! My fave would be the crab stuffed mushrooms if I had to choose one. Now, onto dinner. I have had the ribeye several times and it is divine! Amazingly seasoned, perfectly marbled as a ribeye should be, and the seasoning is perfection. Cannot recommend it enough and it can easily be shared with two people. I highly recommend it. I have also had scallops here and they were also fantastic! You seriously can't go wrong. Finally, their cocktails should not be missed. They have tiki cocktails including a painkiller that is so refreshing, delicious, and fun to look at! They also make a mean dirty martini with blue cheese stuffed olives and they have an entire menu dedicated to hand crafted cocktails. For special occasions they bring out a chocolate torte and it is so luxurious and smooth. Such a nice and yummy touch. The service is always upstanding as well. We haven't been disappointed. If you can't tell, I highly recommend Moussalli's and I even recommend driving over from STL to have an amazing meal here! read more

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Mousalli's Prime is a unique atmosphere, as its location is a house nestled by a wooded area, feeling private and well kept. There is inside and outside dining (has heating and is enclosed in the winter, like when we went). Parking is easily close to the building in any direction as it surrounds all areas of the restaurant. As you walk in the front doors, you are greeted by friendly staff, however, you do walk past kitchen/prep areas to get to the seating where we sat, close to bar area, but nicely nestled where it felt private. It over looked the outdoor seating so we could still see outside, or as in my husband's side, he could see the bar TV's. Our waitress quickly greeted us with a friendly face, advising us of drink options and stating she would have waters and bread right back with her. She did just this, asking if we were ready, or needed more time. In the meantime, she advised us of specials, appetizer options and her favorite picks. We appreciated her expertise and giving us the space and time we needed to decide. Their menu features Coke products to drink and a large selection of wine, cocktails and beer. Choices for everyone. Bread that is brought to the table is a soft style, focaccia (which neither of us are big on) with fancy styled butter. My husband and I both chose steak options. I ordered an 8oz filet mignon, with baked potato and French onion soup. He ordered a 16oz ribeye, baked potato and tai curry chicken soup (a suggestion from the waitress with a spicy kick). I also ordered their garlic parmesan fries because I couldn't choose between the options. When the soups were brought out, again we were asked if everything was well and if we needed anything. The attention to detail on service was on point through our whole experience. Now back to the food...the French onion soup was OUTSTANDING, some of the best we've both ever had! It comes with two cheesy crostini's on top which just added to the delectableness. It has a creamy, delicious, not over powering onion flavor like some can have. Definitely worth trying, even if you aren't a French onion soup gal like myself. My husband has the pallet for the spice, I do not, thus he had the tai curry chicken soup. So his credit for that one is, good flavor, enjoyable traditional tai flavors. Spice scale was a 3/5. Our meal came out hot and huge. Their baked potatoes are ginormous! My husband and I's steaks were both cooked to our liking. He ordered a medium well and I, a well done steak. I know that seams terrifying to some, but I always state, if it's a steakhouse that knows how to cook, then it'll be wonderful! I can attest that the cooks know just how to make a well done steak to perfection. It was still tender and juicy with a beautiful char. All our food was brought out hot and beautifully plated. Soon after we started the owner came out to check on us and our food. My husband and I both agree, this is where you really see the beauty in this establishment. It says a lot when an owner comes out to check on you and your experience. Sadly, he approached me moments after I tried the first bite, so I wasn't quite sure how I felt yet. He could see something was off and asked again if everything was okay. My husband said it was good. My only negative was my seasoning for the steak, it just didn't have as much flavor as expected. Now, saying even more for the care and compassion this restaurant has is that the owner came over again, checking to make sure my food was good. This time I was open and made my statement. He was very thoughtful to apologize and was sincere in taking that criticism. Not that I'm any kind of high and mighty. It was just my personal preference. BUT, he came back, he checked again, and he truly wanted us to enjoy our food and evening and this means a lot to us. Literally the entire time we felt care for and welcome. The service is top notch! More on the steaks, the texture and quality of the beef is excellent! In all sincerity, it was good, just less flavorful in seasoning than I prefer. It was the same for the garlic parmesan fries, just not much to them. The baked potato was great though. As I talked with the owner, I asked about the glaze over my steak, he said this is a 24hr process of creating a veal bone, French style Demi glaze. This was heavy for my taste but I could see others enjoying this touch. Overall, we'd give the steak and sides a 6.5/10 in comparison to other steak houses we've tried local and STL region. It is worth a visit for the overall experience, with very attentive service and care for preparing your food and creating a custom ambiance. read more

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Maybe a bit pricey for an average day, but priced right if you're looking for a special occasion! For my dinner; the French onion soup was not overly cheesy or onion-y with the flavors well balanced. The prime rib was tender & cooked perfectly. The gnocchi is the softest & BEST I've ever had (After my out loud exclamation of "Oh wow", my husband & son begged for a taste!) Our waiter was attentive & didn't miss a beat with the bread nor the drinks....The only thing I would say can be improved is the entrance. There is a long driveway & the restaurant (what looks like a house) is to the right. Once you get closer it is a little difficult to pin-point exactly how to enter. We arrived early (just before 4pm) & had it not been for the patio doors being open we would not have known where to park nor how to enter (I'm still not sure if that was correct) We were first & everyone arriving after us followed our lead, parked next to us & also entered through the patio. Once we finally got inside & were seated, the ambiance was calm & inviting. We aren't from the area but I will say the quality of food is worth the drive & priced right for the quality! And next time, hopefully we can figure out the entrance situation read more

Moussalli’s Prime - prime rib and gnocchi (a few gnocchi missing Couldn't wait to try some lol!) - Steakhouses Near Me - Edwardsville, Illinois

Headed to Edwardsville anytime soon? Definitely plan on making a stop here. This was my first time and it was so nice. Sat on the enclosed patio and watched the frigid cold snow blowing outside. Perfect place for our impromptu family gift exchange before everyone scatters. We put our presents under the tree and enjoyed the large fireplace on the wall (tv screen..but still added ambience). Owner Christian stopped by a couple times to meet & check on us. Loved the personal touches all around. Will definitely be back for more sampling. Merry Christmas ! read more

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This place is worth the drive. Tucked back in almost a residential area, you say "where the heck am I going?" before you see it. It feels like you're eating at your grandparents house. The wait staff was VERY attentive and kind. I had a medium-rare ribeye. It was cooked perfectly. It came with a side of some of the best tasting fries I've ever had. I was jealous of the people in my party who had the special prime rib. That's going to be a next time thing. My wife had the New York strip. The piece is snagged from her was great. Our table apps to start the meal where: shrimp Alexander, cocktail shrimp, the stuffed mushrooms and toasted ravioli. The t-ravs were my favorite barely beating out the shrimp Alexander (Who would hate bacon wrapped shrimp? Nobody I want to be friends with.) So much food. Got to take some steak home for steak and eggs the next morning. Cocktails were good. Zero complaints about my meal. read more

Steakhouses aren't great places for vegetarians, so I'm not surprised my food waste great, but I wasn't expecting it to be disgusting, especially since we called ahead to be sure there were options. The ramen they prepared looked like Top Ramen and it was so salty that I couldn't eat it. I wasn't impressed with the side dishes that were vegetarian. The vegetables were overcooked and mushy and the salad dressing was very watery and lacked flavor. Only one of the steak eaters the group I went with liked their steak, the others were overcooked. The service was good, but the bar is slow to prepare cocktails. The restaurant was much louder the one would expect for a steakhouse. read more

Warm and welcoming . We had a large party so food took a while which is understandable. That being said we got our food at 9 pm with a 730 reservation but we didn't feel rushed to leave even though they close at 9. Service was great from the welcome at the door to one of the owners personally stopping by our table . I had the veg dish . The custom make a dish based on your likes . I had pasta with lots of veggies and pesto sauce . It was delicious. I saw a wide variety of items at our table and everyone looked full and happy when we left . read more

Ate on the patio. Food and service were excellent. Loved the patio! Plan to return soon. read more

The food is excellent but the main courses are overpriced and lack seasoning. The food is very rich and more so than most rich foods if that makes sense. It was just too much to have across the whole meal. There should have been some leaner things to balance it and flavors to cleanse the palate between them. There was nothing of that sort. I wish they had provided a mint garnish or glace for this, or even a side garnish of another type which would have made it more enjoyable. The owner is the best part of this. They really care and it shows. They go around and observe, greet, and ask how things are. Any and all comments are appreciated, even constructive criticism. He really wants you to be happy and enjoy everything. The waitstaff was really polite and friendly, and efficient. They also went out of their way to ensure all was good at the table an with the food thru the entire meal but not in an intrusive way. The desserts, salads seem priced well, but I think the main dishes are overpriced for this area. If this was New York or a coastal city I could see these prices due to the abundance of visitors, however, for this area I expected pricing to be less. As much as I did like the food, I can get a great tasting filet mignon meal for 6 at another restaurant for what was paid for a meal for 2 at this restaurant. Because of this, I can say this is not a place that I can become a regular. You should not have to work a whole week to afford one family meal here! It's more of a place for an annual anniversary or Valentine's day. read more

Locally owned steak house, impromptu date night and awesome food. This place is where you go for a good steak. We had the special prime rib and a ribeye with cognac cream sauce. A very good dinner! To start we had crab stuffed mushrooms and oysters Rockefeller. Both were kinda wow amazing. Dinner came with salad and a vegetable. Both were delicious. The service was spectacular! Lots of helpful information and suggestions. If you are full from dinner at least get dessert to go because it is good! Unless you want the creme brûlée, it's in house only. The wine menu is long and yummy. The dirty martini and other drinks were very good. A lot of amazing food! We will be back to this place again. We highly recommend but make a reservation first! read more

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Perfect spot for a romantic birthday dinner! My husband chose the prime rib and I had the filet. Both were prepared exactly the way we had asked. The loaded baked potatoes were fabulous as were the oysters Rockefeller! Oh, and the bread...had to get our basket refilled because it was so tasty! During our visit, one of the owners came around to the tables to introduce himself, check on customers, and invite them back which I found to be quite ingratiating. The whole experience was very friendly with a cool vibe to the place. I would definitely recommend this restaurant for a delicious meal and welcoming atmosphere.. read more

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First time at this steakhouse, nestled inside a house off Marine road in Edwardsville. Needed reservations for a 4pm Friday night dinner. Very large enclosed patio area which makes up for the smaller dinning rooms. We sat in a small room with only three tables. The ample friendly staff was attentive. While the menu options were few and pricey, they did offer several off menu "specials" which included, cream of mushroom soup, red fish, prime rib, roasted cauliflower medley, and a boozy root beer float. We split a ribeye with Béarnaise sauce. We also ordered a glass of wine, garden salad, french onion soup, and creme brûlée. The Focaccia was warm. The buttermilk salad dressing was home made. The steak was seasoned and cooked perfectly. They pay great attention to detail. They even had tiki drinks with umbrellas in specialty glasses. If you are looking for some place different with excellent food, this your place. I subtracted one star due to the high prices, BUT like they say, "you get what you pay for." Will return with my bigger wallet next time! read more

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