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    The Arthur J

    4.3 (971 reviews)
    Ultra High-EndSteakhouses, Cocktail Bars
    Closed 10:00 am - 9:45 pm
    Updated 1 month ago

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    What's the vibe?
    Moderate noise
    Classy
    Upscale
    Dressy

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    Jennifer B.

    Hubbers and I have been eyeing this place for years, but we both agreed it's gotta be a special occasion for us to come through. Welp... there isn't a better reason to come through than to celebrate his birthday! Made reservations for 9 (my one year one grand niece included.) At first I was told it might be a tight squeeze but it'll work. A few hours before our reservation time, I got a call from them asking if it's okay to move us from the main floor to a private room. I took it as a pleasant surprise and it was an absolute YES! My entire party pretty much rolled in within 15 minutes of our reserved time. We were all actually glad we got moved to a private room because the main floor was a little too loud for our taste. And it gave my grandniece the chance to run around freely! So it was perfect! We were welcomed by our main server, Jay who was a delight the whole night. He had a couple of other people helping him out given the size of our party. He went over the menu thoroughly and made a few suggestions, some we went for. ONE DOZEN OYSTERS: Fresh and shucked clean. Not a hint of leftover shell on the ones I had. Added a teenee splash of lemon which added to flavor, BEEF TOAST: This, we were impressed with! There was a lot going on here, flavor wise, but all came together with each bite. Seasoning was perfect. Recommending! EMMENTAL POPOVERS: A must try. Good as is but better with strawberry butter. Crispy outside layer, soft inside. ROASTED BONE MARROW TOAST: This was disappointing. There was barely any marrow on the bones. We're talking 90% bone (not exaggerating) and the rest, marrow and what little of it on there. I'd recommend to skip this. Not worth the price. (SIDE STORY: I happen to have 2 half slices frozen at home, made it the next day, and they were far better AND CHEAPER than the ones they offer here.) Skip this. FRENCH ONION SOUP: Delivered hot hot hot! Broth had depth, good flavor. I felt it was missing something, though, but I can't quite put my finger on it. It was good, but could be better. PAN SEARED DIVER SCALLOPS: The scallops were cooked perfect and delicious. However, I felt all the extras took away its main essence. There was too much going on here, and with 4pcs per order? Meh. BIGEYE TUNA TARTARE: This was perfect! Good seasoning, crispy chips, there was nothing wrong with this EXCEPT it could use more chips. (We asked for more, and they quickly obliged, although it took awhile before it got to us.) THE ARTHUR J STEAK SAMPLER: My main. I almost skipped it since I knew it was going to be too much, but when my Auntie GodMother said she'd split it with me, went for it. Asked for them medium rare. The kitchen split the plate in two which we appreciated. They were all perfect, and black truffle butter elevated the flavor. I'd recommend this to share with another. GRASSHOPPER SUNDAE: Ohhhh, this was a good and refreshing finish! And they give plenty enough for two. Recommending! FOOD: 4. SERVICE: 3.75. There were a few (enough) times servers weren't available when needed. I figure they were also working the main floor maybe? But otherwise above par. VALUE: 2. I felt everything was overpriced. I had to (naturally) compare this place to the many other steakhouses I've been to, but this one tops it cost-wise. But I get it: the location alone is enough to justify it. So if you feel like spoiling yourself a lot, this might just be the place. PARKING: Street only. They don't offer valet. An absolute challenge especially during the dinner rush on weekends. OVERALL: 3.25. Hubbers had a wonderful time as did everyone else in our party. Now as for coming back? I'd have to give it some thought... the one thing pulling me back is the overall cost. Not saying their food isn't good, I just didn't feel it was worth the price point. But I'm not ruling them out altogether. I might just try their brunch menu someday. Will update this review then!

    12 oz. R and R Ranch Filet Mignon
    Maylee W.

    Fabulous steakhouse in the heart of Manhattan Beach! Our server Jason was excellent and recommended the prime rib for the Saturday night special. Our very first visit to Arthur J and they gave us the tuna tartar with shrimp chips as appetizer. We ordered filet mignons, pork chop ( huge!), broccolini and Mac and cheese. It was a birthday celebration and they gave us a complimentary birthday sundae- delicious! Service was exemplary! Ambiance- we had a great corner booth and was able to hear our conversation- it's very crowded and loud at the restaurant. Great dining experience- looking forward to returning!

    Arthur E.

    Your typical steakhouse vibes, but with a location near the beach. Went on a Friday evening for a birthday dinner. Parking was pretty tough - found a parking lot a few blocks away. Had reservations and were sat immediately. Was a very lively place and was pretty loud. Felt better for a group vs a date night with how loud it was. The server gave us several nice recommendations for wine and drinks, and was very attentive. Had a few glasses of wine and and old fashioned - all were delicious. Ended up ordering a Kansas City strip bone-in (I believe - it's been a few weeks). Also had the Waldorf salad, asparagus, and some mac and cheese. Everything was pretty good. Had some dessert as well (was like a sticky toffee pudding type thing - was good). Overall - was a good time and good food! Not sure the steak was as delicious as say ... Maestro's, but the overall experience was great (though may have been the company haha).

    Mac and Cheese
    Felicia C.

    Came here on two separate occasions, and to be honest, I wasn't super impressed by the food. However, the service is amazing. I came here the second time with my husband and my friend (who has the same birthday) on their birthday's! The waiter was super sweet and comped ALL 3 desserts we got! I truly wish I could give it a higher rating, but the food just doesn't stand out for the price you're paying. Asparagus - Pretty standard. It had some sort of lemon sauce on it which tasted creamy and mild. The asparagus itself was tender. Good for sharing! Fries - They skimped on the fries. Even though it looks like a decent portion, they created a makeshift smaller cup with the paper they put the fries in, so the fries didn't actually reach the bottom. Since they were thick cut fries, it tasted a lot more potatoey and not super crispy. 16 oz Prime Ribeye - In comparison to the other prime ribeyes I get, this cut is much less marbled. In addition, it's not super flavorful by itself and honestly tastes better with a sauce (that they charge money for). Definitely wouldn't get this again. Sticky Toffee Pudding with Ice Cream - It was good , but just so sweet. I couldn't finish this with my husband even if we wanted to. Overall, I wish I liked the food here more because the service is great. Disappointing experience with the food, so I probably won't be back.

    Spring pea and green strawberry salad
    Arianna S.

    I'm back y'all -- with another review!!! So boom. You know how adult friendships go -- scheduling, rescheduling, life life-ing... and then finally you get a proper keekee with your homegirl. This spot has been on my mind for a minute, and baby... it did not disappoint. Let's start with the vibes: immaculate. The service? Great. The energy? Vibing exactly how it needed to. To kick things off, I had the classic Caesar salad, and my friend ordered the spring pea & green strawberry salad -- and when I say she was raving?? Yeah, it gave flavor. Now let's get into the main event. I ordered the 8oz petite filet mignon with fries and grilled broccolini. My girl matched my energy but upgraded to the 12oz with a loaded baked potato (as she should ). Y'all... the steak was cooked to perfection. I ordered medium rare (I think ), but whether it was medium rare or medium, it was right. The broccolini had that perfect char too -- not playing with it. The ambiance is interesting -- it's dimly lit, but don't let that fool you into thinking it's all soft whispers and romance. The bar area was cracking. It's giving best of both worlds: intimate dining on one side, and a whole vibe on the other. Safe to say, I'll definitely be back to work my way through the menu. If you're in the area, do yourself a favor and stop by. P.S. Parking might raise your blood pressure a little, but go with patience... and a prayer oh! And it's meter parking til a certain time- I can't recall tho

    16 oz. Prime Ribeye
    Ty D.

    The Arthur J is a nice high end steakhouse located in downtown MB. I had been here before and had a wonderful dining experience. Brought my friend here for her birthday. Service is always exceptional. Our server Jason was so nice and attentive. Started off with a glass of cabernet which he highly recommended. I forgot the name of the vineyard. We ordered the cheese popover which came with butter and strawberry jam. The popover was huge and warm. The butter and jam was a great compliment to the airy eggy popover. On Saturdays, prime rib is the nightly special, which comes with a fully loaded baked potato. We both decided on the prime rib and also ordered a side of the creamed spinach. The prime rib comes rare and was cooked perfectly. There was plenty of au jus around the delectable tender prime rib. Creamed horseradish came on the side. The baked potato came fully loaded with sour cream, cheese, butter and chives. The creamed spinach was topped with fried onion rings. We loved the spinach. It wasn't overly creamy, which I liked. We both really enjoyed the prime rib and the accompanying sides. My friend had a choice of desserts for her birthday. She went with the sticky toffee pudding, which was our server Jason's favorite and his recommendation. It came warm and topped with vanilla ice cream. The food and service was outstanding. If you're looking for a nice steakhouse to celebrate a special occasion, The Arthur J is a great place to come. Metered parking can be a challenge to find in the downtown MB area especially on a Friday or Saturday evening. There is a few parking structures a couple of blocks away.

    Carrot cake
    Lindsay M.

    The food was delicious. The blue cheese wedge so good, NY strip cooked perfectly with mushrooms and truffle butter flowed by carrot cake for desert. It was truly an enjoyable evening and experience with friends. It was a bit dark where we were seated but outside of that the atmosphere was fun and inviting and would be great for a date night. The service was impeccable. Everyone was so on top of things!

    Tartare
    Jason L.

    I've always been meaning to check out Arthur J and finally got around to it. It's a cozy spot nestled in Manhattan Beach that's pretty unassuming. When you think of Manhattan Beach, you typically don't think of a steakhouse but the Arthur J delivers. We came for a private party and had a whole dining room to ourselves. The service was superb and very attentive. Immaculate vibes! The food was delicious. The seafood tower is a must and tasted super fresh. The steak tartare was terrific and the filet mignon was fantastic - super tender. The sides were great too - I would highly recommend the mashed potatoes. The only thing that this place needs is a parking lot but given the limited real estate in MB, that's understandable. If you don't want to do valet, you'll have to either find street parking or a public lot nearby.

    As tasty as it is beautiful!
    Frank M.

    Yet another great night and meal - we LOVE the veal parm! A great marg - and spinach so tasty even with our special request - the turtle dessert just ok - tasted weird - and it was FREEZING at our table - but outside of that another A+ delicious night! Nicole, our server also A+ great!

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    Jenny K.

    Heard so many good things about Arthur J that we had to check it out. We made a reservation for a Thursday night and we were surprised how packed the restaurant was. We got their filet mignon, ribeye and three side dishes to share. Fries, broccolini, and sautéed mushrooms. All the sides were good but the steak was a bit of a disappointment. The filet mignon did not come out hot at all. They burnt the top and the steak itself was not warm. It was as if it was left out for a while? The ribeye was okay. We called our server over and explained about the steak and he was really nice and said he would take it back and make a fresh one. It was not too long after (not even 5 min) the steak was brought back out and it was the same steak just buttered up on top with minced something (I swear it's to hide the burnt steak top) and warmed up. Little disappointed but it is what it is. Our server was nice and took care of us well. Maybe we caught them on a bad day but sad about the first experience there

    16 oz. Prime Ribeye
    Tu-Quyen P.

    A decent steak spot with some delicious accompaniments. We got a really hard to cut wagyu steak that was great flavor but hard to eat. We got a NY strip that was fine but the dipping sauces weren't that good so I'd go bearnaise next time. The star was the prime rib in horseradish sauce, would definitely get that again!!! The popovers, mashed potatoes and brussel sprouts were excellent. I'd skip the beef fat fries and mushrooms though. Loved the desserts! Will come back again. Service was so friendly and attentive.

    Best Burger South Bay nominee
    Robert D.

    I've been to Arthur J's several times over the years with mixed experiences. Recently, though, my girlfriend and I were on a mission for a great hamburger. She suggested MB Post--same ownership--because she swore their burgers were top tier. Unfortunately, they weren't offering it on the dinner menu that night. Not yet realizing both restaurants were part of Simms Restaurants, we called ahead to Arthur J's, confirmed they had burgers, and headed over. We were warmly greeted by the hostess, to whom I stated, "We're here about the burgers." She laughed and asked about our seating preference. We chose the bar--Thursday night, cocktails already flowing--and lucked out with two stools right next to the service station. (Pro tip: best spot if you want the bartender's attention.) In my opinion, personnel and attitude make or break a place. You can have great food, a beautiful space, and all the ambiance in the world, but without the right people, the experience falls flat. Fortunately, Kua, our bartender/server, was exceptional--knowledgeable, attentive, warm, and genuinely friendly. A skilled mixologist and great company. He introduced us to two fantastic cocktails: Brannigan's Boots (Rye) and the Infante (Tequila). We also had the chance to chat with the GM, Aaron--again, people make the place. And yes--the burger delivered. It was excellent and is officially my new "go-to."

    Arlene M.

    Prices are undeniably on the higher side, so it's the sort of place you go when you want dinner to feel special. But between the ambiance, the execution, and the sense of occasion, The Arthur J makes a strong case that great steak is worth lingering over. I understand the 90 min time limit on a busy night. However when I went it wasn't that busy. I felt kind of rushed to order my drinks, appetizer and my main course, so I wasn't able to check out everything on the menu. Overall, it's a sophisticated but welcoming spot--ideal for celebrations, date nights, or anyone who believes a perfectly cooked steak is a small work of art. My husband and I will be back soon.

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    Ask the Community - The Arthur J

    Do you have any beef that is corn fed or is it all grass fed? Secondly, why is this place so ridiculously expensive? I could buy half a cow in Iowa for the price of one of these steaks.

    Food is definitely worth the price. Luv all their food selection and drinks

    Can you bring your own cake?

    Yes you can.

    Do you allow outside wine ? What's the cork fee?

    Not sure about the fee but before Covid they allowed your own wine

    Are there private rooms?

    They do have private dining rooms! They opened in 2023.

    Are there private wine rooms?

    They do have private dining rooms!

    Do you charge a corkage fee?

    Yes. $35 per bottle (even if it's a screw top). Limit of 2 bottles per table, regardless the number of guests.

    Do you carry and serve Creekstone farm steaks?

    No.

    What is their Corkage fee?

    $35 per bottle (even if it's a screw top). Limit 2 bottles per table, regardless the number of guests.

    How much is the tomahawk steak?

    About $150.

    To folks that have visited Arthur J in the last few weeks. Is it decorated for the holidays?

    No, there were no holiday decorations.

    Do they allow walk ins at all?

    Yes

    Do they still have the Beef Stroganoff special on Thursday nights?

    No, they do not have that on Thursdays anymore. Sunday - Prime Rib French Dip, Monday - Fried Chicken, Tuesday - Baby Back Ribs, Wednesday - Veal Parmesan, Thursday - Steak Frites, Friday - Grilled Swordfish, Saturday - Classic Prime Rib

    Is there valet?

    I believe that there is a valet service on weekends. Call the restaurant to verify.

    What is the attire for this place?

    business casual

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    Their names are Daria (nickname D) AND Rodi…read more Yelp elite Joyce T was absolutely correct (go and read her review to understand what I'm saying is to why she is correct) Here is my story I frequent the El Segundo area regularly like it was my second home, yet, I never heard of this WXYZ bar. Truth be told, I thought I knew where all the bars were especially the good ones. I realize why I never heard of this place. It is because it is in the aloft hotel. I don't normally frequent hotel bars, unless I am a guest of the hotel. And I've never stayed here at the aloft. I am Four flatscreen televisions display all the sports activity within Los Angeles as well as the nation Small bites and sandwiches available for a decent price How and why don't know this? I was compelled to find this place. OK, the jury returns with the decision that Joyce T was absolutely correct and that it shouldn't matter whether or not the lounge/bar is in a hotel lobby. Parking available right outside the lobby. If you're not a hotel guest, but you have food and beverage at WXYZ bar the front desk will validate your tickets so you can get out of the parking lot at no cost. Thank you, Yelp elite Joyce T for introducing me to a delightful and fun place for adult beverages Daria and Rodi are there to make your visit pleasant. If you're in the area go there don't say I didn't tell you.

    Ok, it's a hotel bar, but the blonde bartender/server is the star of the show. She is so personable…read moreand knowledgeable on drink creations. No silly drinks here, unless you want it that way. The seating area is in the hotel lobby and the furniture and decor is quite modern and fun looking. It made me want to sit in their chairs and couches. In and outdoor seating. There might be help-yourself popcorn to nibble on, located by the hotel check-in area. I had a wonderful evening.

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    W XYZ Bar
    W XYZ Bar - No explanation needed

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    Porterhouse - Ribeye cooked to perfection

    Porterhouse

    4.6(253 reviews)
    2.5 mi
    $$$$

    We arrived when they opened for dinner to celebrate a birthday and were excited to try the Tuesday…read morenight feature (grilled pork chop). We were notified shortly after being seated at 5:30 that there was no pork chop available, which was disappointing because we arranged the dinner on a Tuesday so that we could order the special. We ended up ordering the duck breast and sea bass, and both were very good. The chef sent us a cheesy potato dish to make up for not having the special, which was very thoughtful. We also greatly enjoyed the complimentary birthday treat at the end of the meal, and the candle was a nice touch! Our server, Stephanie, was excellent--even better than the server we had at our last visit to the restaurant. She was very warm, friendly, and attentive, and had a great smile! She provided the type of service you'd expect during a fine dining experience. Overall it was a great dinner and it's nice to see a classy steakhouse in downtown El Segundo!

    A hidden gem nestled in downtown El Segundo, Porterhouse is not only an amazing steakhouse, but an…read moreequally amazing tribute to a fallen hero Ron Porter. For starters, an Old Fashion with any one of their top shelf bourbons sets the mood, paired with the Elk Carpaccio which was simply mouth watering seasoned to perfection. Then the main course, I had the Wagyu Filet, my friend had the Wagyu New York Steak. Both were cooked med rare and served isolated on a warmed plate with a sprinkle of sea salt. Nothing else needed but we did order the Pan Roasted Mushrooms and Cheesy Potatoes sides which were great. Honestly, hands down the BEST filet and steak we've ever consumed. Excellent steaks, drinks, and service. Porterhouse will not disappoint. Thank you Ron for your service and thank you to your friends and family who came together to give us an amazing place to experience your legacy. To learn more about Ron Porter, check out https://www.porterhousela.com/ronporter

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    Porterhouse - More seating on Outdoor Patio

    More seating on Outdoor Patio

    Porterhouse - Chilean sea bass

    Chilean sea bass

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