I'm blown away. We expected a minimal amount of people enjoying dinner tonight which started at 3:00 PM. Arrived here at 3:45 PM & had a 30 minute wait before being seated. The best part of tonight's meal was our waitress Cassie. By far one of the best & most sociable waitresses we have ever had the pleasure of being served by. Kudos to Cassie. As usual our meals we're sensational. read more

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We came here for a work function and the service, the menu and the decor were all pretty top notch. The wife and I both loved what we had to eat as it is sometimes tough going into a steakhouse as a vegan/vegetarian but the waiter and the staff accommodated very well and made our day even though we had about 15 people in the party so as a server, that can be difficult. The only drawback is the lines to wait to get in. I know we were a larger party but there were a TON of people waiting in the waiting area but also had the ability to hit the bar and have a cocktail while waiting which makes it less lengthy. We will definitely be back to this establishment next time just the two of us to get the "date" experience. read more

I was so impressed with this place! The only thing that is touch is they don't take reservations so you have to go put your name in but they have lots of spots to sit while you wait for your table. We went around 7pm on a Saturday in the winter and we only had to wait around 25mins. We got seated and our server was great! She was quick and friendly. We got an app and it came out really fast. I thought the prices were great for the amazing food. I got the filet mignon and it was cooked perfectly. All the food was so great! I'll be back even if I have to wait a while to get in! read more

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We had a great meal here. The only thing that could have made it better was if it wasnt pouring and we could have tailgated in the parking lot while we waited!they are a well oiled machine here with lots of areas to sit while you wait to be seated. We got there at 5:10 and waited 30 mins for a table. We had a drink and met some new people. The food was really good and very inexpensive. The steak with the surf and turf is fillet tips. They were very good. Tonights vegetable was butternut squash. It was really good as was the baked beans. A fun experience which reminded me of the old Hilltop steakhouse in boston. read more

The Steakhouse - Surf and turf Lobster - Steakhouses Near Me - Wells, Maine

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Truly the most amazing experience and best service ! Ben our server went above and beyond and gave us the best experience! The food was delicious and Ben made sure that we were happy with absolutely everything. The long line at opening was worth the wait ! We will be coming back everytime we're in town :) read more

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Despite it taking time to be acknowledged at our table we had a fantastic time! Food was delicious as always. It is Simplistic which is what I appreciate. You don't have to do anything crazy with steak, keep it simple and let the cut of meat shine! Due to it being spring it was busy but not the usual crazy busy with allowed us to appreciate the dinner more. I loved that we were sat upstairs it is just so much nicer in my opinion. It is always nice to see some of the same faces, it truly speaks volumes for the restaurant to have repeat staff season after season! read more

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All was good food service and ambience. Plenty of parking Lots of people but there geared towards crowds read more

The best steak hands down! My hubby and I had steak dinners here and it was so good! Great service, great experience! The restaurant was clean and very cozy on the inside. read more

The Steakhouse - New York steak with loaded bake potato - Steakhouses Near Me - Wells, Maine

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Was coming here for my birthday meal when I realized they no longer give 2 sides with your meal, just 1. Plus the price on my chicken cordon bleu has gone way up. One of my top 5 restaurants. Disappointed. read more

I was very disappointed with my recent visit to The Steakhouse in Wells. The fact that they do not take reservations creates ridiculously long lines, which is a major turnoff. Many of their guests are older and are forced to stand outside for extended periods just to get in. Once seated, the service was no better. Our server, Ben, was unfamiliar with basic ingredients in several dishes and had to leave the table to ask someone else each time we had a question. That lack of knowledge is unacceptable in a restaurant of this type. On top of that, we had to wait more than once just to get refills, to-go boxes, and a bag, things that should be simple and prompt. Overall, the poor organization, lack of staff training, and long, inconvenient wait times left us very underwhelmed. Definitely not worth the hype. read more

We stop here every year and the food and service NEVER disappoint! This year, the food came out so hot and perfectly cooked and completely delicious! I don't know how they do it! Our waiter was a joy and we love the ambiance. This is a do not miss restaurant. There is generally a wait but it is SO worth it! read more

This past summer was our second visit to The Steakhouse. Crazy wait times, but solid food. I started with the French onion soup, which was flavorful and filling. I had the ribeye with the "house potato" and mixed veggies. I wasn't really a fan of the house potato. I can't really explain it. Sort of like a twice baked potato, but pretty bland. Veggies were nice and steaks were cooked to our liking. Wait time for food was also pretty long, but the place was packed and I give the servers alot of credit as there is a whole second floor of seating that they need to carry the food up to. They must be exhausted at the end of their shifts. We will continue to visit when we are in the area. read more

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I don't understand the 3.5 stars overall score. I have dined here throughout the years and am always treated well. Service is outstanding. Value for the food is off the charts both meat and seafood. Are people actually ticked off you may have to wait a bit to be seated? Sit down, enjoy your company and have a drink. We come to the area every year and never miss coming here. Bravo Steakhouse! read more

For our last dinner during our Ogunquit vacation, we went to The Steakhouse after hearing it was one of the top 10 steakhouses in New England and number 1 in Maine. We waited about an hour to be seated, but once we got to the table, the food came out quickly and our server took great care of us. I was really craving cheese for an appetizer, so I had the mozzarella sticks, and the marinara sauce was pretty basic, but I wouldn't expect that to be the speciality of a steakhouse. My husband enjoyed his French onion soup and the A5 Wagyu Ribeye special, and since I had already done a steak dinner earlier on the vacation, I opted for the unique chicken scampi. Everything was tasty, including our house salads and rolls. I would definitely be curious to come back and try a steak dinner myself, but I can see why it's such a busy place! Really cool vibe in an antique barn setting. read more

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On Saturday Sept 27 my wife stopped in for dinner. My steak was tough and barely able to chew it. When our server finally showed back at our table to see how we were doing 20 minutes after delivering our dinners. I told her about my dissatisfaction with the steak. I asked her to try to cut it she refused . She took it back to the manager, he said he could cut it and I had to pay for it, which I did and tipped the server. Long wait to be seated, slow service and a bad meal. This was my last time patronizing this establishment. read more

The Steakhouse is our favorite restaurant in Wells. Their speciality is steak of course, yet they also serve exceptional seafood, chicken and ribs, too. My husband had the steak tips with stuffed shrimp and I dined on the steak tips with a stuffed lobster tail. Our steaks were prepared as requested and the Gorgonzola butter that accompanied the steak was melt in your mouth good. The shrimp and lobster tail were perfectly prepared and complimented our steaks beautifully. There are several side offerings to choose from. My husband and I both ordered a tossed salad and the cottage cheese with a pear half. They are generous with their side portions and are made with high quality ingredients. Our entire meals were fantastic and our server Ben was polite, professional, and provided outstanding service. Always a pleasure to dine at the Steakhouse. read more

If I could give 10 stars I would literally give 10 stars. There will be a line, especially if you're trying to go right on time to avoid the crowd, you're going to run into a crowd. However, once you get in it goes pretty quickly and they sit you down very quickly once you wait. While you are outside, there are games like connect four and cornhole for your kids. Our service was absolutely outstanding and I made sure to tell her that. She knew it was our first time and she was very friendly. She gave us all her recommendations and she was super nice to my kids. She knew every answer to every question. The place is absolutely gorgeous and makes you feel like You are at a barn wedding which I love. It's nice lighting and the whole place is just gorgeous and runs like a really well oil machine. Going to the food. I think I ate so much food. I got the fried mushrooms and they were delicious. Perfectly crisp and good inside. I also had virgin mudslides which was my favorite. I love their mocktail options. More places should have that. My son got chicken fingers and fries which were delicious. I got the teriyaki steak. It was a little overdone. That was the only complaint I had because it was a little char on the outside however it was still very delicious. My mom had the country steak and she thought it was delicious with the gravy. I got the baked potato which was very good too. My mom loved her french onion soup and said it was perfect. We couldnt get dessert because our belly was full I would definitely be back over and over again! read more

The Steakhouse - Teriyaki steak - Steakhouses Near Me - Wells, Maine

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Waited 2 hours to be seated* but it was WORTH IT. *Large party on a holiday weekend, and we were told the wait would be 90min - 2hr so not a surprise. We've been several times and The Steakhouse always delivers. First come, first serve and no reservations so be ready to wait but they have 2 1/2 bars to keep you limber. French onion soup and caesar salad are solid starters. So much parmesan! Onion rings are unreasonably good. Excellent batter & fry, you'd think you were at a fried seafood place. Sirloin is good. Filet is always a safe bet. Boneless ribeye was meh but their "chef signature cut" rotating selection bone-in ribeye was phenomenal. Perfecf mid rare cook, nice crust. Best steak I've ever had that wasn't $75+ Always go surf and turf. Baked stuff shrimp was also unexpectedly good. BBQ beans side are loaded with meat and delicious. Apple sauce is straight up apple pie filling. Picking only 2 sides is IMPOSSIBLE. Even the duck, you can't go wrong (except maybe the spaghetti and meat sauce...) Best of all? Steak is marked as MKT price but it's always reasonably priced. Maybe not the fanciest or most sophisticated restaurant in the Wells/Ogunquit area but definitely one of the best. read more

The food was good, the staff was good. The stairs were not so good free stair workout with every meal. I'd probably come back again because the food was that good. read more

Wow! The WORST customer service I've ever had! I was served rubbery lobster in MAINE.. what?!?! Yes people. I was shocked. I took one bite couldn't chew it, pit it out told the waitress. Gave her my Rubber lobster . I said I want a new lazy lobster. Idk how much it is I want it done RIGHT. The chef AND the owner/ manager were approached. She was rude states "I ate most of the tail meat." Are you insinuating I wanted a free meal?!? She took only $20.00 off ?!? I literally ate ONE BITE. I said I couldn't eat it. She said they "steam the lobster for the same amount of time they do for everyone. " I told her I literally spit it out, I still have it stuck in my teeth. so , no they won't remake it. 40.99 for over Cooked rubber!! Well people as you can see from other reviews, I'm not the only one complaining about it. The waitress even had the balls to ask if we wanted dessert.. really!!? Is it frozen and reheated? Soo unprofessional, no customer service or support. I'm just shocked this is the first time I have been treated soo poorly in Maine. Unapologetic. I have had better lobster in land locked states. Soo my friends what ever you do go to Robert's or the Clam Shack. Stay away from this place, horrible service . And even WORSE FOOD!! read more

I've been coming here for years, they open around 4:00 and there's always a line of people, once you try it, you'll definitely come back. It's one of our favorite restaurants. read more

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The food was freaking amazing. The service was excellent. I went with the special. If this is the special I could only imagine what the regular is. I'll be back. The room was a little cold but nothing to be upset about. If you're in Wells you need to go!!! read more

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Had a great birthday dinner last night at the Steakhouse in Wells! The barn like dining room was cozy and Tiffany, our alert waitperson was attentive, friendly, and spot on with timing. The rolls were appropriate dinner rolls served hot with butter. Then followed the salads, which were on the larger side and the homemade blue cheese dressing was full of blue cheese flavor and not too vinegar-y. The steaks, a ribeye and filet mignon, were juicy and cooked a perfect medium rare. My husband's ribeye was very flavorful and my filet mignon tender and delicious. The blue cheese butter for the steaks was yummy and a fun addition, but not required because the steaks themselves were as mentioned, flavorful. The baked potatoes with butter and sour cream were as they should be, hot and tasty. We polished the dinner off splitting a bread pudding served with a sauce and beautifully dense whipped cream. The price was in line, and all in all, it was a very satisfying meal and experience. read more

This is by a long shot one of the worst restaurant experiences I've ever had. The hospitality here is non-existent and the food is mediocre.

Service was good. Food was great. We don't usually have dessert but since we were celebrating our anniversary, we decided to splurge. Our waitress even put a candle in my peanut butter pie for our anniversary. The steak was cooked perfect, my husband said it was the best chopped steak he's ever had, and my asparagus was probably the best I've ever had. Believe the hype, if you like steak, this place is a must! There is always a wait, but it's for good reason. Tonight we arrived around 5:30 and had a half hour wait. Be forewarned you may have to climb a lot of stairs, though. There is handicap accessibility for those who need it. Lighting is good and it had traditional steakhouse decor. read more

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This restaurant (which has a casual feel) was highly recommended and it didn't disappoint. The salads, potatoes and steaks were delicious. The price was right and, more importantly, the filet mignons were cooked to perfection. The only reason I didn't give it a 5 star is that their system for obtaining a seat or table in the lower level was not very good. We waited for approximately a half hour which was understandable but another couple came in after us and went directly to the bar and sat down. To the managers credit, he made sure that we got a seat at the bar immediately. The service was adequate as it was a very busy time. read more

Staff wasn't very friendly especially the host and check out lady. Food was pretty good but very rich so be cautious and there is a sharing fee that they don't tell you about read more

This place tries to be the old Hilltop Steakhouse in Saugus, MA in the 1970s and 1980s glory days. All the steaks are already cooked to medium rare. If you want it medium or higher, they throw it back on the grill. The prices are very high for what you get, the service is spotty and with an attitude. The lines are unreasonably long for no good reason. Go eat somewhere else and get more for your money and don't waste your time in line. read more

Being a southern Maine regular for decades, this was our first time here. Service was excellent Ambiance is very nice - cozy, rustic, comfortable Be advised that there are a lot of stairs so if stairs are an issue, this may not be the place for you. Waiting area is lovely with many tables, access to a bar and a tv. We had a lovely meal - four of us, including one that ordered a kid's meal that was quite large. My only complaint (which we knew in advance) is SO much of this menu is "market price." Not just seafood, but most of the steaks as well. I don't care for that and have never been to a steakhouse, no matter how upscale, that had SO many items listed as "market price." Those prices are never divulged and noted day to day. I'm sure if we asked for prices, they would have told us. But asking felt tacky and not knowing just bothered me. Perhaps they assume that, if you're dining at a steakhouse, that price is no object. But I find it distasteful to not keep your guests in the know. IMO, they should offer a daily market price menu (just one per table). FWIW, the BEST sweet potato fries I have ever had in my life and their aioli for dipping was amazing! Salad and Italian house dressing was top notch, too. read more

Omg. Great. Place delicious meals. Love it!! Great food and drinks. Do it !! Go and enjoy!!! read more

Did you ever go to The Hilltop Steakhouse in Saugus, MA? No worries if not, but if you had, this would be their northern sister (as a perhaps helpful reference)! On my way from Boston to Portland, this place is only a couple miles off 95, just before Saco, ME. Very sizable, with a large parking lot, I heard this place gets packed quick, and can confirm! Strolled in at 4:30pm on a random Wednesday night, and shortly after we arrived, the wait began. We were greeted & seated promptly, and our waitress stopped by within minutes. We had perused the menu ahead of time, and mostly knew what we wanted. We started with a French Onion soup, which was good. My wife ordered the Teriyaki steak tips, which was strip steak cut up; they had good flavor, but a different texture/consistency than I think of for steak tips. I ordered the ribeye - nice thick cut, plenty of marbling. Not as tender as ribeye often is, but good "home cooking" style/cut. We finished with the flourless chocolate torte, and a small bowl of sea-salt caramel gelato. Service was great, couldn't have asked for a better waitress. Service was timed perfectly, a few minutes between each course. They have a large menu, with options to suit nearly everyone. We both enjoyed the soup starter and mains, as well as desert. Prices were reasonable. I had heard really great things about this place, so it fell a bit short of expectations as a result, but still a great local steakhouse, worth trying if you're in the area, right as they open (or if ya don't mind waiting); I'm not sure it'd be worth waiting an hour+ during peak times though. read more

Have been going to the steakhouse for years, tried to charge me for a plate sharing when all I was doing was cutting up chicken for my son who has autism which I didn't even have a bite of, waitress was very rude when it was discussed with her. Won't be going back. read more

I'm immensely disappointed in this. We went here because everyone raced about it and how good it is. We got there early to wait in line which is fine cause it filled up fast. We got seated and the waitress was super nice and made the experience a lot better . I started off with a cup of lobster soup. It had a lot of lobster in it but the broth was literally the butter you would dip it in with some cream. One person got the lobster pie and it just tasted bad. The wine sauce was not cooked enough and tasted like white wine. And was cold. The seafood pie was bland. I got a steak which was cooked well . I also ordered a margarita and it just tasted like juice . In the end the hype was not worth it. Seems like the place is just for old people and nostalgia read more

The Steakhouse - Steakhouses Near Me - Wells, Maine

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Inconsiderate and rude managerial staff. Was told to leave due to my 1 year old smiling and having a good time. We had a party of 16 and had been going to the Steak House for 35 years. Sadly, we wont be going anymore due to their opinion of young children enjoying the atmosphere from a high chair. Family restaurant? My rear. read more

This is my honest review, and sometimes I feel badly about the things I have to write. I was super pumped to try this place, as I've always heard wonderful things. We went early and didn't have to wait and we were seated right away, near the windows facing route one south. The waiter was wonderful and helpful and didn't miss a beat. I ordered the "dole whip" frozen beverage. The sound of it was very nice, but when I got it, it was very bland and had little to no taste. That was a bummer, frozen beverages aren't cheap. Then we ordered dinner. I got a 10oz New York strip (28.99) that said MKT on the menu. My partner got a 10 oz strip plus scallops and his meal was 50$.... It was okay but not worth 50$. The prices when you got out to eat today are outrageous. It would be one thing if it was worth it, and it actually cost them that much. As a diner I do understand that I chose to go out for dinner, I'm just saying. We then finished with a Maine blueberry cobbler. Very very good. The meal was good, but not great. Not the best steak house I've ever been to. It was not bad, just not all the hype I'd heard it to be. If you like good steak, try them out. read more

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Wow wow and more wow. Literally the last thing on my mind after returning to the Maine Coast and spending a day at the beach after COVID was going to a steakhouse. As we initially drove by my sister mentioned they had never managed to get in. We gave it a shot at 4 PM and enjoyed drinks during the less than 20 minute projected wait. The venue itself is unassuming, unimpressive and curious from the front. The parking lot, which needs a wee bit of work here and there will be full. Look for a space. The rear hosts an awesome indoor and outdoor bar with a rock solid and extensive craft beer and hand crafted drink menu. The mixed drinks are off the hook. The prices on the menu floored me. In comparison to what I'm used to paying, they were "vending machine" prices. The food was outstanding, the value and experience exceptional, and the lines that deterred my sister (she is not the wait in a long line type) and her husband from checking it out explained. All agreed following our sumptuous repast that in the future, a wait - with excellent drinks - is well worth it. An added bonus for those who remember the legendary Hilltop - the call out is only missing Sioux City - the voice, sound and feel is otherwise perfect. The food is far better than the Hilltop ever offered. The decor was spacious, buzzing, comfortable and welcoming. The excellent, friendly and competent staff more so. Starting off, the bread was excellent. The salad was fresh, crisp and exceptional because of what tasted like home made dressing. As hard as we tried not to eat it, we could not resist. The steak was flavorful and cooked to order and the baked lobster not dried out and tasting as it should. The stuffing was perfectly applied New England style. The lobster was tail only. Normally I prefer the body. Today I did not care one tiny bit that's how good the food was . All I can say is that it was excellent and such exceptional bargain. I urge you to check it out into chill out with a drink while you wait in line to get in! ! Do read more

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If you're thinking about going here - think AGAIN!! If your meal is ok then you've lucked out. However, have complaint, cant eat your meal ? You are treated like a second class citizen. They won't listen to you or grant you any compensation no matter how uneatable your meal is. Managers treat you as if you don't know what you're talking about or have no opinion. I've eaten in hundreds of restaurants and never been treated with such disrespect. DON'T EAT HERE! And, if you do pray you don't have a problem with the food because they'll make you pay for it no matter how bad it was.... They want your money but won't respect you or your opinion about their questionable food. read more

It's was fine but as Roy Kent said, "don't you dare settle for fine". Ambiance was obnoxiously loud. Food was alright. Not great just alright. Shared a steak, bone in rib eye, didn't seem like anything out of what I could do at home. Husband liked the chili, small crumbled meat and tangy chili flavor. Service was on par for beginning season Friday evening; not to bad not exceptional. It was fine but watch Ted Lasso, and you'll get that statement. Especially for their prices. read more

Great food and great service!!! we have been going to the steakhouse for years. We vacation in Kennebunk every year and make sure we eat at the steakhouse. read more

I've anticipated visiting The Steakhouse for a while. Sadly this is a one and done. I ordered the teriyaki steak expecting a small sirloin, instead I received 2 tough streak tips. When I questioned it I was curtly told it was in the description. Yes it was well buried in the description. It was inedible. Never once was I asked how my meal was even when the majority of my meal went in the trash. I decided to treat myself with dessert. I was never offered a dessert menu, simply a description of a few options. I got home to find the smallest excuse of a piece of cake I'd ever seen. I understand prices have increased but it really makes me wonder what people are raving about. Teriyaki Steak read more