11/07/09

Fabulous for lunch or dinner

by johnq8496

Definitely can't understand the couple few who had a negative experience eating at Uncle Jack's Steakhouse in midtown (unclejacks,com). I eat there all the time for many of the reasons people who enjoyed their experience talked about. Uncle Jack's is definitely first class all the way. From the time you walk through the door to the time you leave, I genuinely feel that the wait staff does there best to give you the ultimate high-end steakhouse experience. Whether for lunch or dinner, you can definitely meet your budget, especially if you stick to prix fix ($40 can nab you beautiful filet mignon as part of your four course meal) or go on Tuesdays for half priced wine (off a list with over 100 wines at priced to suit any and all comers). All in all Uncle Jack's is just as delicious and enjoyable a dining experience as some of the other big name steak joints in NYC, difference is Uncle Jack's caters to a lower budget. All while treating you with the same respect and attention. Often busy though, I would definitely recommend a reservation, especially for dinner!

• Pros: top notch service and food without huge $$$
• Cons: can be crowded, make reservation if possible!

07/20/09

Overpriced, pretentious -- pass it by!

by steakdiner

I read some of the reviews before going and one thing is clear to me: the over the top rave reviews look like and must be "shills." Funny how they read just like the ones for the other location! The meal itself is one of the biggest ripoffs for a NY steakhouse; there's no shortage of NY steakhouses, and there's absolutely no reason to put this one on the list. The service staff? where to begin? You'd think in this day and age they'd be grateful for someone coming in and laying down siginificant money to eat. But no, the waiters have huge attitude, and the silly flourishes they put on only underscore their disdain for the patrons. Frankly, I find it kind of amazing the place stays in business!

• Pros: none
• Cons: obnoxious service; mediocre steaks;

07/09/09

Bring your appetite!

by CSMobileUser

My husband and I stopped in for a quick bite for lunch. We both purchased a lunch special and got portions that certainly filled us. I've never eaten a burger that big and delicious before.