We came back here for my birthday dinner and I was quite pleased with it. I started with the Lobster Bisque, it was rich and had a lot of lobster in it...very nice!! Hubby just enjoyed the bread service, he couldn't get enough of it...LOL! We both had Filet Mignon...both medium...I added a Bordelaise sauce, which took mine over the top. We split the Brussel Sprouts side...it had tart cherries, bacon and a maple glaze...lovely!! Now, here's why it's a 4 instead of a 5--for dessert, I was so looking forward to their Bananas Foster (it's my favorite), but they no longer have it! NOOOOO!! I was obviously disappointed, but chose to have their Chocolate Cake. The cake was way too dense, but the ganache was decadent and so good. I ended up just scraping the ganache off...hey, it was my birthday!!!!! We'll still come back, the service is always nice and their steaks are delicious!! I'll keep my fingers crossed that somehow they'll put the Bananas Foster back on their menu. read more

Steakhouse inside Desert Diamond west Valley. Spendy but deliish. We kept to the apps and there was ample! Crab cake was excellent! read more

I have to be honest here; we've been to nineteen 86 now three times. The first couple times was a long while back and thought give it. Another try and see if it was an alternative to the other restaurant we frequent. It's not going to be on our list! Wait staff was great! The atmosphere was stiff, being its suppose to be not as formal as our formal. Had the prime rib special and were suppose to be 12 oz. ( a bit larger) (NO COMPLAINTS THERE) Tough, cooked properly. Flavor was good! The potato skins were gritty and just were not that exciting! The desert was complimentary and who would complain (it was cold in the center). It was the bread pudding! The Mediterranean Salad wasn't as expected it was a medley of cut vegetables in oil. (No lettuce) The atmosphere was understated. It was a Birthday dinner and they brought a table tent after the seating for Happy Birthday! (Why indicate on the reservation) kind of took away from the event! Okay a bit disjointed with the comments. While not the greatest evening it was quiet and peaceful. (I did share with staff that the bread pudding was cold). I hope you have a great experience! read more

Nineteen 86 Steakhouse - Potatoes - Steakhouses Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

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What an incredible dining experience! This restaurant is truly top-notch, and Kenneth, our server, was by far the best we have ever had. Dining isn't just about a meal, it's about the entire experience, and Kenneth exceeded every expectation. His food suggestions were spot-on, and each entrée was absolutely delicious. We came in to celebrate my mom's birthday, and everything from the service to the atmosphere made it so memorable. I ordered a French 75 and a Death & Taxes Smoked cocktail both were outstanding. I will definitely return. If you come in ask for Ken you won't regret it he's part of the dinning experience read more

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Sat at the bar, Matt was bartending, he was so friendly made a legit perfect lemon drop martini, the manhattan was also excellent. We ordered some poutine fries, crab cake, house meatballs, all the food was amazing, we met the chef he stopped by to say Hi, the whole experience was wonderful. They have a happy hour menu with some deals. My favorite part was the rolling carts of food! Perfect date night spot! read more

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We went to Nineteen 86 to celebrate a friend's birthday. We were in a group of 7. April was our server. Every single thing was just wonderful!! Our friend was treated like a queen by everyone there! The food was excellent! Service was outstanding. This is our 4th time visiting in the last few months and it won't be our last. It was a first experience for all our friends and everyone said they would return!! Great job!! read more

I have been to Nineteen 86 3 times in the last month and each time it gets better. The food there is as good as it gets! I have tried the Wagyu filet, Wagyu rib cap and the Wagyu NY and they melt in your mouth. The lobster potato skins and the lobster mac are amazing and the king crab legs are the deal of the century!! On top of that, our server Kenneth is a 10/10. Very knowledgeable about the restaurants history and gave us numerous off menu suggestions to enhance our meal. I would recommend anyone who likes a good steakhouse to give this place a shot!! read more

I took Joanna to the Nineteen 86 Steakhouse at the Desert Diamond Casino owned by the Tohono O'odham Nation last night. I had a perfect Caesar salad and the dry aged 22 ounce bone-in ribeye. The steak was tender and delicious. I had the thermador tater skins, which were amazing! Joanna had the 8 ounce Waygu filet, medium rare. Her filet was tender, juicy, delicious and perfect. Joanna loved it! She also had buttered whipped potatoes. Our server, April, was excellent and she patiently answered our questions: "What is dry aged; what does Waygu mean; what is the significance of the name Nineteen 86?" Joanna loved the ambiance, the service and the food. read more

Nineteen 86 Steakhouse - Dinner - Steakhouses Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

Everything went food was good. Prices were good. Drinks were good. I think that's the night. I won at Casino.

Dining at the Nineteen 86 Steakhouse inside the casino proved to be a perplexing experience--an evening full of inconsistencies that, while not disastrous, left the table unsettled and underwhelmed. Service & Atmosphere The evening began with an unusual lull: nearly ten minutes passed before anyone approached to take drink orders. Bread followed another ten minutes later, though curiously, a basket sized for only two diners was brought to a table of four. A larger basket eventually arrived, but the initial misstep set the tone--minor oversights adding up to a disjointed rhythm. Service throughout the evening was polite but lacked attentiveness, leaving guests to navigate awkward plating mishaps on their own. Starters The French onion soup carried good flavor but missed the depth that comes from a proper wine base; the broth felt thin, and the cheese topper leaned heavy and imbalanced. The lobster bisque arrived blisteringly hot--so much so that tasting it immediately was nearly impossible. While capped with an attractive pastry dome, the excessive heat muted enjoyment. Escargot brought another oddity: the flavors were there, but the breadcrumb-heavy presentation strayed from tradition and distracted more than it delighted. Entrées Steakhouse fundamentals are where one hopes for redemption, yet execution here was mixed. An 18-ounce ribeye arrived unexpectedly bone-in, explained as "the standard presentation," though this wasn't communicated on the menu. The rib cap, a cut typically presented with a signature swirl, was instead plated like a strip steak. Cooked properly to medium-rare and flavorful, yes, but visually at odds with expectations. A far stranger misstep came when king crab legs ordered by another guest were mistakenly plated beneath the ribeye--requiring diners to awkwardly separate surf from turf without staff intervention. Such oversights undermine the polish one expects from a prime steakhouse. Sides The lobster mac & cheese, delivered after entrées were already served, highlighted timing issues in the kitchen. Generous in lobster but hindered by dense, stringy cheese and slightly underdone pasta, the dish felt more clumsy than indulgent. Verdict Nineteen 86 Steakhouse is not without merit--the steaks were cooked correctly, the bread was satisfying, and certain flavors showed promise. Yet the evening was marred by inconsistent pacing, atypical and sometimes confusing presentations, and service lapses that placed the burden on the guests. This is not the worst steakhouse experience by any means, but at this level and setting, expectations are higher. In short: a jerky, uneven dinner service with flashes of quality that never coalesced into a refined whole. read more

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The steak was on point! The service was great and Philip our sever was the best, good jokes, good time, good vibe! Rich So CA read more

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Update (5 years later): Still exceptional. We returned to Nineteen86 Steakhouse on Christmas Day around 5:45 PM as a party of four, and once again, this place absolutely delivered. When we arrived, there was a small hiccup with our OpenTable reservation. It showed three guests on the restaurant end even though we had added a fourth beforehand on OpenTable. Our host explained that the update never reached their system, but she handled it immediately and graciously accommodated all four of us without hesitation. This was impressive on a busy holiday. I wish I had caught the names of our servers because they truly deserve recognition. Our main server and a female server who stepped in midway through our courses worked seamlessly together, very much in tandem. Both were attentive, patient, and incredibly detail-oriented. Water was always available, timing between courses was spot-on, and check-ins felt thoughtful. They were also wonderful about explaining the Christmas set menu, which was new for my daughter, and made her feel completely comfortable asking questions. The food was outstanding. The prime rib was melt-in-your-mouth tender, the maple bacon pecan tart appetizer ( I think that was the name) was rich and delicious, and the cheesecake completely won my daughter over. By the time we finished our meal, we were so full we had to take some home. Even as leftovers, the quality absolutely held up. Re-warmed with the au jus, the prime rib was still incredibly flavorful and tender, which speaks volumes about the care and technique behind the dish. Holidays or special occasions, we happily drive out of Sierra Vista to dine here, and this Christmas visit reminded us exactly why. Consistency like this (in both food and service) is rare. Thank you to the entire team for making our Christmas dinner so special. We'll absolutely be back. read more

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Service was great. Seated promptly and food arrived timely. 8oz fillet was good, cooked per desired temperature. Side of asparagus were good and plenty to share with the table. Server was knowledgeable in gluten free items. I tried to order broccolini but was advised it was battered. I appreciated the insight. This is a quaint private space for dining. Casual dressy. read more

One of the best ribeye steaks; Cesar salad very fresh; service was great; location good.

Crab cake might have been frozen and then deep fried. The Mac and cheese was dry. Carrots were cold. Ordered a filet and an $85 ribeye RARE... they both came out well done. We sent them back and after 25 more minutes of waiting to receive new ones we had to wave down a different staff member to cancel them. About 10 minutes after that the manager finally came up and said that she was sorry we felt the way we did, asked if we wanted the steaks to go. We replied no and she said "well it's coming out shortly and you won't have to pay for it just take it". ??? " We declined she said "well why not... what about the next time you come" we said there won't be a next time. She tried to argue that we stay and we kept saying no we are ready to leave We then left. DO NOT RECOMMEND. Explains why it was empty on a Saturday evening. read more

Love this place! The service is great, the food is delicious and the ambience is perfect for a special night. Philip is attentive and entertaining. I would definitely recommend. read more

We went there for our 50th Anniversary on a Thursday night. Three had the special steak and lobster, 2 had filets and one had Chilean sea bass, all were excellent. Our waitress was fantastic.. read more

Service was awesome Food was awful Spent $200 for a sale and 5 bites of meat Mashed potatoes were so greasy with the butter and was thick. Asparagus had no taste. Meat was half rare and half well with no taste Will never go back again Manager even came over and we explained the problem. That's it. No I'm sorry. We got the check and left. No discount for the food was offered. We didn't even get our two deserts. read more

Nineteen 86 Steakhouse - Itemized bill - Steakhouses Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

Best Ceasar Salad I have ever had. I was not pleased with the half chicken. It was more like a Cornish hen. The gravy/sauce that is served with it was EXTREMELY salty. They honored my request to remove the gravy and gave me another order. That was worse. Absolutely no flavor. Not even in the rice it was stuffed with........ HOWEVER......THE BRUSSEL SPROUTS ARE AMAZING!!! I will return for more of those. read more

Were looking for food to eat randomly on a casino night & noticed this spot was open so a friend & I decided to try it prior to some gambling. Service was quick, atmosphere was pleasant & couldn't hear any of the casino "noise" while inside. Food was great, tried the king salmon with potatoes & a smoke whiskey which presentation was on point. read more

The Food court has better service than this steak house. Sat at the bar for over 20 Minutes waiting on the bread I asked for it never showed up. Asked for an item on the menu was told it was unavailable. The look on the bartenders face make you want to cry. They're miserable and unpleasant. 3rd Chance for this fake steakhouse. I've officially given up. They're horrible absolutely horrible and not worth the money at all. read more

Loved the ambiance! We've been 4 times now. Each time we have had excellent service and delicious food!

The first time my husband and I went in December we had a wonderful experience the food was phenomenal the service amazing Tonight was completely different the service was horrible. First the dish both my husband and I wanted was not available and the prime ribs was pushed. I watched as 5 other tables that were sat after us get bread and drinks and the server told us "I put in for bread service let me check" I hen we did not see her for about another 20 to 30 minutes we finally get bread and our drink and our food comes out less than 5 minutes later. The prime rib was like warm the potatoes on the plate were cold and our shared sides were barely warm and no one brought us steak knives until we had sat with the food for over 10 minutes. The prime rib was tasteless the only thing on it was salt. We took it home for our dogs that is how bad it was. We are the type of people who will tip well if effort was made, no effort was made and we just wanted to leave and I didn't have exact change so the waitress ended up with a $5 tip. If I would have had exact change she would have received nothing that is how poor the service was. I was thinking of going back for my birthday but if your establishment screwed up and ignored us on just a run of the mill date night then I definitely don't want to come back to be upset and disappointed on a special occasion read more

The restaurant is inside a casino and is very clean with super friendly service! Came in made a last minute reservation and the restaurant was empty. The waiter told us the specials and gave us very useful recommendations. The steaks were cooked as we liked and the 4 pound lobster was fantastic. I would definitely come back here as it is close to our usual hotels in Glendale. read more

Nineteen 86 Steakhouse - Dry Aged New York and Dry Aged Rib Eye with 4 Pound Lobster - Steakhouses Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

I am a regular at the bar. Rarely sit in the dining room because I am usually solo. Edwina and Matt go above and beyond in terms of service and accommodating despite the ineptness of the General Manager - Rana- I would always give it 5 out of 5 stars because of the staff and food/service. For the manager I would only fine her 1 star l. I would give Matt and Edwina a pay raise as well because I see on a regular basis the stress they are put under due to the inconsistency/u professionalism of the General Manager - consistently berating them in front of customers, not being consistent in the application of policy, and overall lack of knowledge how to handle a high end restaurant. I will continue to come in only because of the professional and positive service I get from Edwina and Matt !!! read more

Dined here when I was in Phoenix. I sat at the bar since I was alone. Service was good. I ordered the French Onion Soup and Bacon aka Pork Belly. Both dishes were delicious and hit the spot. I wasn't too hungry. On my next visit, I'll try a steak. read more

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A first impression is a lasting impression and a special Thanksgiving dinner at $85.00 P/P should be served hot, NOT lukewarm at best. They certainly have lost any repeat business from this fellow!! read more

We dined here tonight to celebrate my mom and dad's 50th anniversary. Now the only bad thing was when we first got there the hostess didn't even greet us. She didn't even look up or ask me to wait a minute when I walked up just quietly punching in info on the her little computer thingy. Then all she said was what name is the reservation under and looked it up, grabbed menus and asked us to follow her. Luckily the service was great after that. We had a wonderful waitress named Anna from Cincinnati. She was the best! She helped my brother and I make our parent's anniversary special and she was so much fun. She even brought us a special dessert on the house that wasn't even on the menu. She was fabulous! Now it took awhile for the food to come out but it was so delicious. My brother and I split the tomahawk steak. We had them slice it for us and it was cooked perfectly. So juicy and flavorful. My mom ordered the salmon which was cooked nicely and it was melt in your mouth delicious. My dad got the pork chop and it was also cooked perfectly and so juicy and tasty. Everyone was happy with what they ordered. For our sides we got the mashed potatoes which were so buttery and creamy, green beans and asparagus which were tasty and cooked nicely. Not soggy and still has some crunch. And we also got some sautéed corn. Best tasting corn I've had in awhile. So good! Everything was delicious! For dessert our waitress brought out a special treat. It was a chocolate mousse cake and it was sinfully delicious, so decadent and rich. Really nice decor, fancy but not over the top and we loved that it's casual attire and not dressy. It is pricey but for a steakhouse it's on the lower end and not too over the top. I've been to other steakhouses where it's crazy high. All in all we had a great experience aside from first walking in and not even being greeted with a simple hello. read more

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Pro tip: If a server spends more time telling you how new they are, cut your losses and bail. My last serving gig I shadowed a full five shifts before I earned a section. I have no clue how this kid was let loose on the floor. Friday night, 60 percent capacity total, maybe he's got three tables and we sat for an hour and a half. People came in and were eating all around us. A kind server took mercy and brought me a drink & we ate the entire breadbasket. He told us he had to split a check, for another table, and he's new at that! And he definitely placed our order! I'll never know because at that point it was too much and I wanted to leave because my being nice was getting so thin. This is a beautiful spot, close by, I love steak and I am so so disappointed we didn't get to try it. I was also sad the carpaccio was taken off the menu but) It's a beautiful looking dining room. At this price point it's not really the game. read more

We have had many great meals at this restaurant but our last two visits just haven't been up to par and so we have removed it from our list of go to restaurants. We used to enjoy the escargot and when it was still on the menu, the second to the last time we were there, the chef make the decision to make the escargot with Sambuca...yuck! It was not only disgusting but when we asked for an order without the Sambuca we were told that the chef had already prepped all of the escargot in Sambuca....what a disappointment! Were they trying to mask something? Just sayin' After about a year we decided to give this restaurant another try. Our server greeted us and told us that they had a new chef so we were excited at the prospects! Unfortunately, escargot was no longer on the menu. We ordered raw oysters instead which were good. I ordered the rib-eye and considering the cost I had high expectations. When our entres were served I was unpleasantly surprised at how thin the rib eye was. It looked and tasted like a cheap piece of meat and was not worth the price we were charged. We rarely saw our server and our water glasses were never refilled. About half way through our meal my husband ordered a second beer from our server. The beer never game and he wasn't too disappointed because he was really on the fence about having another beer but when we got our bill the second was on it. After bringing it to the attention of our server they apologized and said they didn't realize the beer was never served. The reason for the rating is that this is not an upscale restaurant as they are presenting themselves to be and their prices should be adjusted accordingly. read more

We love Nineteen 86! It's inside the Desert Diamond casino in Glendale, AZ. If you're at the bar ask for Matthew and if you're in the dining room, Amy's your girl! They offer seafood towers, bread service , prime steaks and other signature entrees. We have been many times over the last few years and they recently got a new chef earlier this year, who was on the "Beat Bobby Flay" show on Food Network. Her contribution to the steakhouse has been a noticeable and positive change. They have consistent offerings, offer fine dining without the strict dress code and friendly staff! And if you gamble at the casino, you can use your players card to collect or redeem points/comp dollars. Win win all around, highly reccomend! read more

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Our meal surprised us. We definitely didn't have high expectations given this was inside of a casino. I was very happy with the service and the food was beyond what we expected. Everything was cooked as requested and the old fashioned was top notch. The dessert was good as well. The ambiance was nice, clean, and didn't look too shabby. I think this place would really benefit from being updated into something a little more western given the name. It reminded me of a large dining hall and didn't feel too cozy. I'd recommend this place to any steak house lover as the price point was very fair and we had a great dining experience. read more

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Such a great steakhouse. The service is always great. Servers know the menu well and are able to offer recommendations. The steak, seafood and sides are equally amazing. I've never had anything that I didn't like here. Great place to go when celebrating any special occasions. The restaurant is setup very nice. I love that it's never too loud so you can actually converse with people. read more

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Came here for a special birthday. Ken, you made this an luxurious experience! So polite and attentive! Our table of 4 did not have to ask for a thing, our server made sure we had everything and more. The food was 5 stars! We started our meal with the crab cakes (it was on a bed of sauce that was flinger licking!) The blueberry lemontini and raspberry cocktail were so refreshing! Our main courses consisted of lobster, baked chicken, mashed potatoes and, Mac and cheese! Literally would order this whole dinner again and again. Haven't left the restaurant and already thinking about coming back. What a wonderful night& one for the books! AGAIN, THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVICE KEN!!!! read more

I give the service 5 stars. Very attentive wait staff. Some of the best service I have ever received. Very good deal on Thursday nights. Also great wine selection. Where they lost me a little was the clientele, no dress code...Ruins the experience. The butter cake was not worth the calories and the filet was not the best cut. Other than that I was extremely pleased. I would go back as they had a great wine selection. Next time I would try something different however. read more

Nineteen 86 Steakhouse - Buttercake - Steakhouses Near Me - Glendale, Arizona

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Food and service excellent. Music a little loud and the reservation got a little mixed up. Ken was cordial and wasn't able to provide their over the top service like our last anniversary. But we'll go again read more

9/4-around 5:15 pm: We sat down at the bar to wait for our table to be ready and immediately after we sat at the high top, the male bartender came over and scolded us for sitting at a dirty table. It was clear he was very busy and frustrated by his tone, however, it was our first impression and it was very off putting. Not even a hello, how are you, apologies, let me get this wiped down for you. It was very abrupt and rude. We left and had a drink at the casino instead. The dining experience was very different. We had a wonderful time and the staff was incredible. I will say that the steak and lobster were both overcooked. Reading the reviews, it seems like the lobster constantly gets this feedback so if you're a lobster fan, I'd suggest to not try it here. read more

We were here on Wednesday for a farewell dinner and then Saturday for a Birthday celebration. Our server Amy was so awesome we requested her for Saturday's dinner. She was a great attentive server. Amy knows her menu and her wine knowledge is excellent. Our meals were wonderful. We split the potato and salad they were super big. The guys loved the oysters and the wrap up for our meal was the phenomenal chocolate cake! Five of us shared this cake it was layers of Devine chocolate. Thanks to Amy and her team everything was perfect. read more

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We come here every year for my husband's birthday dinner. Service is always amazing as well as the food. I love their crab cake and the steaks are always perfect. Definitely look forward to eating here every year. read more

1986 Steakhouse always delivers an exceptional dining experience. The ambience is so beautiful and comfortable. The food top notch and servers are kind and genuine and make great suggestions. Try the poutine with lobster for a starter! Phenomenal! We celebrated a birthday last night and ended meal with their butter cake - highly recommend. read more

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