St. Anselm has been on my list for years, but never got around to making it a priority. Finally got a chance to check it out with my family and everyone enjoyed it - we all ordered hanger steaks based on some other Yelp reviews. The steak was tender and flavorful. I usually prefer other cuts, but about an hour after dinner, I felt really good, like I had eaten a nice home cooked meal. So they're doing something right here. The fingerling potatoes were also very good and not greasy. I definitely will be back to try other cuts. The service was okay, not overly friendly, but that's just my preference. I want my host and servers to coddle me; I grew up a soft millennial with a hardened shell from living in NYC so I need TLC whenever I can get it. The ambiance is rustic, earthy feeling. read more

St. Anselm - Hanger steak - medium - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Walked in on a Friday night, no reservation. The wait was 45 mins for 2 at the bar, not bad for the top rated steakhouse in Brooklyn. The restaurant is small and narrow. The staff were very friendly. It took a while before the bartender came over to take our order, other than that he was great. For starters, we had the Caesar salad and the steak tartare. The salad was very good, one of the best Caesar's I've ever had. The tartare was underwhelming, not very flavorful. We went with the butchers cut, the Denver cut, and the venison which was not on the menu. The butchers cut which was a hangar steak was my favorite, the meat was very soft/melts in your mouth. The Denver cut was more flavorful and fatty. The venison rack was very tender. All of the meat was cooked to perfection and topped with a garlic butter. I wish they had more side options, we went with the pan fried mashed which was delicious, reminded me of a latke (potato pancake). Beer & wine only, expect to spend about $100pp read more

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Another favorite, if not the favorite. I remember when it opened and my friends and I would wait hours just to get it. You simply must order the hanger steak period end of story. I didn't even think I liked hanger steak and this is one of my favorite meals. Order it with scallions and have a great time. The vibes here are high. read more

Went here for christmas and it was packed! Its a very cute local restaurant with moody lights perfect for a date night or family outing. The meats were amazing, however there is almost an hour or more wait if you get the ribeye. So just be prepared. Some of the hosts force you to get an appetizer. We said no to any appetizers at first, and the guy waiter said you should get an appetizer as it's going to be a long wait. I said it was fine we can just wait, and he persisted so we got it. But I did not really appreciate him forcing us to get something we didnt need. Nonetheless the food is great and juicy and a perfect medium rare on the ribeye but still. Just be prepared for that if that happens to you too. read more

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I was contemplating writing a review because I know it negatively impacts business , and if it wasn't my husbands birthday and a regular night out I would probably have just forgotten this joint and kept living . We tried the Cesar, beef tartar, artichokes, Ax and butcher steak, mashed potatoes, fingerling potatoes, long beans and spinach. Absolutely everything was impossible to put in your mouth because of the amount of salt that was added. Not one single dish was edible, to the point that the pudding we got as dessert had salt flakes too lol I wouldn't return. Oh and we sat by the door , the draft was unbearable so we sat from 8:00-10:30 in our jackets read more

St. Anselm - Ax handle , hard pass $275 - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Amazing. All steaks come in perfect. We ordered butcher, flatiron and Denver steaks in medium rare. They cooked them just right. Love the vibes of the restaurant. The quality of meat is amazing without the price tag of famous steak houses. Service was excellent and prompt. Can't wait to go back again. Reserve ahead as it could get busy. read more

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We visited a steakhouse for my stepson's birthday. It was a lovely place, but with limited options. The food was generally salty for me. Younger guests might enjoy the rustic decor and intentionally mismatched dishes. The friendly, casual waitstaff create a welcoming atmosphere, making you feel at home--until you receive the bill. read more

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Get the Ax Handle Ribeye! We'll get to the star of the show but I did start with the tartare and salad which were nice starters. The tartare was fresh, though slightly under seasoned. The salad was a touch too vinegary, I missed asking for the dressing on the side like I usually do, however I still recommend it. The St. Anslem speciality is the Ax Handle Ribeye which is priced based on the weight. It is available during lunch as well, your server will have the weight availability for the day when requested. One negative is that it's not cut to order and the price will vary based on what's available. As far as the ribeye is concerned, it was perfectly charred, and medium rare as requested, with a pat of butter on top as if it needed any other accompaniments. It wasn't needed, but that butter did go well with the side of pan fried mashed potatoes. The Ribeye was definitely a splurge, not an everyday meal. The decor was rustic and the service was very attentive and friendly. They do have brunch specials that are more reasonable which I hope to come back for someday soon. read more

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Came for my husband's birthday dinner and got kitchen counter seats. It was super cool to see the chefs in action, although we were sweating up a storm from the grill! At least we got some entertainment. Our waiter was great. We originally came for the Axe Rib Eye but he steered us away since the smallest size was 61 oz and it was meant for 3-4 people. We ended up getting: -grilled halloumi cheese & summer squash -one butcher's cut -one veal chop -side of pan fried mash potatoes -side of green beans -sticky toffee pudding w/ ice cream for dessert Everything was cooked to perfection. Our waiter recommended the veal chop and said it's similar to rib eye since it has a bone too. Recommended it cooked medium. It was tasty but a bit gamey. The butchers cut was amazing, and honestly the sides and appetizer were too. We can't wait to go back with a bigger group and finally try the Axe Rib Eye! Definitely recommend this spot if you're looking for a nice date / celebration, and want something different than the usual "stuffy" steakhouse. read more

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Good, casual steakhouse in Williamsburg. Not as stuffy as some other places in the city. Actually quite lively. The space itself is a little rustic and the tables were a little too close together, though. Wine list was ok. We ordered Pinot recommended by the somm/waiter and I would venture to say nearly undrinkable We ordered a lot (I forget most of the apps). For mains and sides, we got: Butcher steak - little chewy but tons of flavor Special dairy cow - very rich. Topped with green tomatoes and cheese. Great, but I wouldn't pay a premium for it Potatoes - eh Creamed spinach - very good Shoshito peppers - very good Fair price. Would go back when in the neighborhood if I'm craving a steak read more

St. Anselm - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

I want to have good things to say about st anslem but I was just there and had major issues with the food. I had slab bacon. They serve 3 pieces. Between all 3 pieces, it was 90 percent pure fat with no meat. One piece had zero meat. How do you serve that? They continued on the same theme with the NY strip, which was at the most 4" wide which is normal but had a 1" fat piece running on one entire end. Its like an $80 steak once tax and tip are included. Again, I wish I could support them as ive had decent meals in the past but when you start saving money by doing crap like this you lose me. read more

Came for my son's 21st, he loves trying new low key places. This steak house in Williamsburg is giving casual fine dining with an open kitchen concept, and a wrap around chef counter. It's all wood and exposed brick decor almost like a sorority cabin (wasn't sure of the theme). The staff was pretty attentive, every staff member is your server but not too helpful in recommendations. Appetizers were the sourdough bread with salted butter which was fresh and delicious (we had to ask To warm it up but yes it's an app and yes it's $16) & clams ( a bit sea salty, and also had sour dough bread on it, which I feel the waiter should've mentioned. Drinks consist of beer and wine and spritzers. My son ordered the steak (prime rib) that came out to perfection and I wasn't took hungry I just ordered the giant prawn and we shared the a la cart sides (long long string beans, spinach and pan fried mashed potatoes) all very tasty and unique. Dessert selection was limited so we stuck with the vanilla ice cream and espresso. read more

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We ordered the hanger steak, potatoes, artichokes, and Caesar salad. The steak cooked medium rare was incredible, so much so i had forgotten to take a photo (or was it because i had two Baby Kitten beers with dinner ). Someone on Reddit mentioned they are heavy on the salt on the steak and that would be my only critique. Girl pictured is taken btw read more

St. Anselm - My girlfriend and artichokes - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Been to St.Anselm before, but this time we were blown away by Jen's commitment to curating a special evening for us. One of those meals you share with friends and will probably always look back on. She was so meticulous with the specials, made great recommendations and her attention to detail and ability to sense the moment we were in was impeccable. It was an intimate setting by the heating patio in the back. Cannot recommend coming to dine here with her enough. The food was incredible to top everything off. People don't always remember what you do, but they always remember how you made them feel. read more

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Its an okay steakhouse. Nothing here really wow'd me honestly. The apps were pretty basic but good. I liked the artichoke dish. The steak was a bit undercooked. We asked for the bone to get thrown on the grill and so much more meat came off of it. The side veggie option were helllla basic so we only ordered apps to go with the meat. 3 apps, a bottle of wine, 2 cocktails, and 4 proteins ended up being $600! Its definitely not fine dining and our experience didn't feel worth that much. Price to value was off... considering there are many other options in the city. read more

Really awesome place. Food is delicious, great servers, very cozy atmosphere. The sleeper hit was the iceberg & blue cheese salad, absolutely delicious read more

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Had the loveliest time at St. Anselm. From the moment we stepped in, you can tell it was a no-fuss steakhouse. More importantly, from the way the restaurant smelled, you knew right away that your food will be delicious. We both got steaks (of course)- the Flatiron and the NY strip, and both perfectly medium and tender and flavorful. The side of pick relish with the Flatiron was particularly delightful, the Caesar salad was honestly the best I've had in a LONG time. The spinach gratin for me was a little heavy, but my man absolutely loved it and as a carnivore, that speaks volumes. Dessert was affogato and an sticky toffee pudding. The affogato was okay, a safe choice that would be difficult to mess up. But the pudding- mm! Delightful, not too sweet, and not too heavy even though they were so generous with the whip cream. There's a hint of salt that comes through in the pudding that paired especially well with the the whip cream. So good. Service was lovely. We had to ask to be re-seated due to a cold draft, and our waiter was able to get us resettled effortlessly. Being at the chef's counter honestly made the experience more enjoyable- we loved seeing how the chefs grilled, how hard they worked while making it seemed effortless at the same time, and their banter with one another made the atmosphere even more comfortable. Great experience all around. Will definitely be back. Honestly, we had such a great time read more

St. Anselm is an affordable steak house in Brooklyn. The skirt steak was good--well cooked, juicy, and flavorful. Solid spot for a satisfying steak without breaking the bank. read more

St. Anselm - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Great service from start to finish, and the food was excellent. The wedge salad was hearty, funky, and fresh. The steaks were cooked to a perfect medium rare. The mashed and spinach complimented the meat nicely. The sticky toffee a la mode was the ideal way to end such a satisfying meal. One small note for future diners: while Resy indicates a $15-per-person cancellation fee if you cancel within 30 minutes of your reservation, the text message sent 3.5 hours beforehand states that cancellations within 24 hours will incur a $15-per-person charge. read more

Easily got myself a res for 1 at the bar on a Tuesday evening. Service was fast and nice. I got the Butcher's Steak, which I ordered medium rare but came out almost blue... but it was still delicious. The pan fried mashed potatoes were unique and tasted good. Cute restaurant with homey vibes, would be good for a cozy date night. read more

St. Anselm - Butcher's Steak - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

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Had the pleasure of hosting my friends birthday dinner here. What a gem of a place The decor, the service, the food was spectacular. I had clams which were baked to perfection. As well as an appetizer of stracchiatella with greens.. fire. My friend ordered the steak. I don't eat steak but he seemed to enjoy it. Will def go back. read more

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Love love love this place. They have a great steak + the sides/appetizers are equally delicious. The space has a fun vibe too. read more

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We got a seat at the chefs counter. Loved watching them cook the food. We got the butcher steak which was just perfect along with the spinach and pan friend mash potatoes which really brought it together . The desert was the only problem for me. Got the Pot de Crème which was really just too salty. Overall I loved the food and the atmosphere! read more

St. Anselm - Butcher's Steak - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

We made a reservation for 6, but unfortunately, they seated us by the door, which wasn't ideal since it was snowing and a lot of people were coming in and out, making it pretty cold. If you're planning to order the Ax Handle Ribeye, be sure to request it early--it takes about 30 minutes to prepare, and they charge by the ounce. Overall, the food was delicious, and the atmosphere was relaxed, making it a great spot for a casual meal with friends. read more

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My last night in Williamsburg and I happened upon St. Anselm for an early dinner. Sat at the bar solo and have to say that both the staff and my meal were impeccable. I ordered the skirt steak, creamed spinach and a special appetizer along with an aperitif and wine from the samples that the bartender provided. Loved the vibe and my fabulous meal! read more

St. Anselm is one of my restaurant lists I have to go. I didn't have a chance to come here yet because the place always packed, either long waiting line or reservation ahead. The menu has all my husband and I want. We both have different craving of food, so he loves steak, but I love seafood, so this restaurant has everything. During long weekend I decided to hop up this place. We got a parking right in front of the place which is impossible for regular time. Walking in without line and getting seat right away, Great!. When NYC is empty, we are king! we have........... - Lobster Tail for start and it was perfectly cooked. - Beef Tartare: good amount if you are not hungry and only want to hang out and enjoy drinks - Butcher's steak: only steak and need to order side dish if you want some vegetables. But steak itself taste super delicious. Even my husband order medium but they still give him medium rare but the meat is very soft and juicy, so he is ok with that. - Pot ce Creme is good but...... - Basque Cheesecake is better! I only eat half and the rest of it my hubby took it and I have to tell him that is my dessert so he has to stop taking my food. Service is good and very friendly. We definitely will come back to try more menu. I'm not sure we will have the same excellent experience when the place going to regular busy service time but because of their delicious food. I hope my husband will still enjoy this place and coming back often. read more

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A group of friends and I decided to stop by here for lunch on a Sunday - we had reservations for 12 pm and they were really nice about us being late (we did call in advance to let them know that we will likely be late). For the weekends - they do have special items on the lunch menu which we appreciate. The menu itself is not too big; focusing on a few key items. They are a wine and beer place so if you are a cocktail fan this likely isn't the place for you. It was very rustic vibes with really nice staff. The majority of us got the steak and eggs which was absolutely delicious. The meat was super tender and the potatos were nicely seasoned. For sides we got the Spinach Gratin which was nice and creamy and also the pan fried mash potatos which were also delicious - so crispy and hot. For dessert we all got the affogato - they used regular ice cream instead of gelato but it was still delicious nontheless. Overall good food and really nice staff here; would recommend checking this place out if you are in the neighborhood and in the mood for steak! read more

The food is overall pretty good. The grilled vegetable and seafood options were much more interesting though than the steaks. The steak offerings are not bad and some would consider that "bargains" for what the prices in NY are these days. Nonetheless, there are much better steakhouses in NY. The service is friendly and on point. The only thing that bothered me a bit was how there were a lot of staff members simply making smalltalk or trying out a new beer, etc. The "cool, hip, laid back vibe" that's so Brooklyn is fine but sometimes it becomes a bit too much especially when you are sitting at the countertop staring at the chefs and staff members as they make smalltalk. read more

Brick-walled institution in the heart of Williamsburg, Brooklyn serving up spectacular steak and seafood. Incredible old world ambience and can't say enough of their impeccable service. Overall just an incredible spot to dine in. St. Anselm is most famously known for their signature Angus Butcher's Steak so if it's your first visit, this is the absolute must on the menu. read more

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Went here for the first time this weekend and really loved it! We sat outside which I recommend. It was perfect for a beautiful day. We got the prawn appetizer, gem salad, butcher steak, and flat iron steak. All the food was simply done in the best way, they really just highlight the ingredients which I love. My husband said the butcher steak may be one of his favorite steak experiences in the city so far. Our server was great and walked through the menu with us, she was always on top of things! We will definitely be back! read more

The butchers steak was one of the best steaks I've had in a while. It was recommended medium but we still opted for medium rare and it was perfect. Paired with the fried mash potatoes and the most delicious salty creamed spinach. Our server was super attentive and kind. Sitting out back made the meal feel super casual and approachable. I wish they served liquor. read more

top tier steak, super good sides as well. the potatoes and spinach are insanely good. as well as the hanger steak which is really cheap. the toffee dessert is also amazing. the service was top tier, always quick and attentive. the ambiance is super nice, laid back and chill. 10/10 would go again. read more

St. Anselm - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

Flavor was amazing and tender! The steak literally melt in your mouth and the octopus was to die for read more

St. Anselm - Grill Octopus - New American Near Me - Brooklyn, New York

+.5 for service A recent search for off the beaten path steakhouses showed this result in Williamsburg. The reviews looked good, so my family decided to give this place a try during our most recent NYC trip. Ambience is kinda dark and screams hip. Feels more like a local hangout dinner spot as opposed to an institution wanting to achieve Michelin stars. My dad wasn't hungry, so we opted to share two steaks: the NY strip steak and the butcher's steak. We also added an order of coutneck clams. The butcher's steak was the best steak-price ratio I've had in a long time! For $34 you get a nice angus beef quality steak of decent size. I actually found the butcher's steak to be better than the NY strip, but that's my opinion. The clams were average, nothing too crazy in terms of taste and what was added inside. Service was excellent here. Was it the best steakhouse I've been to in NYC? That may be pushing it a bit, but that $34 butcher's steak is easily the best steak deal one can have, and I'd totally come back just for that. read more

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Best hanger steak I've ever had hands down. Their take on a lot of dishes was unique and tasty: - grilled kale caesar salad that gave the salad a bit of char flavor and softened the normally tough texture of kale, then topped with anchovies, - pan fried mashed potatoes that were crispy on the outside and still very fluffy mash underneath, - apple cake a la mode which was a nice spongy bready cake version of an apple pie Other good dishes but not necessarily noteworthy were the grilled scallions and clams. Star of the show was definitely the perfectly cooked juicy hanger steak. Would recommend overall as a date spot, though service was ok, just not that friendly or inviting. read more

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Hanger steak is really good, if not a bit small. Lobster was also very good. Went alone for my birthday on a travel day through the city and was satisfied. read more

Haven't dined alone in forever but the bar lends itself nicely to eating for one. The food and service was fantastic. I'd like to get back eventually. read more

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King Salmon Steak - nicely oiled. It was really delicious and was king size. It does not come with a side. You can order a side. Warning: the salmon has bones inside. Be careful eating it. Grilled Prawns (2 pieces) was super delicious. They were jumbo. We cut them into pieces and devoured every bite. The fingerling potatoes is hearty. They even have blue potatoes in the mix. The spinach gratin was a tad stringy and had a good amount of cream to it. It went well with the salmon. My friends enjoyed the NY Strip. They were filled from their meal. It was cooked well. read more

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This has become one of my favorite restaurants in Brooklyn and I have been here many times. We always make reservations a couple days before. First off I LOVE the butcher's steak, I've ordered this so many times, it's buttery, salty and always cooked to perfections. They have the best creamed spinach and fried potatoes over all the other famous steak houses in NYC. Any vegetable side we try is always great. Last time we got the carrots with chimichurri and they were so tangy. I tried the salmon special and the chicken on occasions and they were both very delicious. But at the end of the day, I always go back to the steak. Last but not least all their desserts are amazing, cheese cake, pineapple upside down cake, and last time was a toffee pudding that was to die for! read more

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I was able to pretty easily get a reservation here for lunch on Father's Day. I was told by friends to sit inside because during the summer (like all places in Brooklyn) there is a bit of a rat problem outdoors. So we sat inside - it's small but comfy. It feels like your everyday bar. I like the idea that it's an "anti-steakhouse steakhouse" in the sense that it's super casual but still has great steak. Everything we ordered was recommended to us by a friend and it didn't disappoint. The scallions, pan-fried mashed potatoes and rib-eye wen together so well. A good caesar never disappoints either. Will definitely be back. read more

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