Here it is. UNNECESSARILY EXPENSIVE. I went here with my gf. Service was good. But only service. Food was either too salty or too sweet. No balance. I ordered JAPANESE WAGYU. The menu stated $32. The waiter said minimum order needs to be 3ozs. So I ordered 5. What i got was 4 small "starburst" size pieces steak pieces. Got some wine, deserts. OK the bill came and the Japanese Wagyu was totaled at $160.... Our total bill was $320+$40 tip. That's about half of our total bill. So I ate 4 bite size beef for $160. So let's do some simple math here. $160/4= $40 a piece. Something is wrong here. And no explanations were given. Also they charged us for something we didn't even get. So my recommendation is DO NOT GO unless you like eating too salty or too sweet food for too much money.
Wow! You've got to get the lobster pot pie. Service was top notch, seating in the lounge was good. Looking forward to our next visit
(5)
Rachel N.
Bourbon Steak .... is such a great steak spot. The service is great, the food is amazing, the environment feels like you're in a huge dining room in some huge house. Its comfortable, cozy. Every server me and boyfriend has ever had has ALWAYS been attentive, patient, their menu knowledge is f*ckin' STELLAR, honest with their suggestions, and they're so friendly! All of them! Drinks are great, Apps/Entrees are Memorable, Desserts are easy favorites, and Service is on point! If you're a Steak Houser, be sure to pay these guys a visit! It'll definitely be a nice evening.
(5)
James Michael S.
My Favorite Chef Strikes again...I know by now I am totally coming off as a Michael Mina honk but what can I say the dude is a genius. They start you off with the Duck Fat Fry trio which is just legit...I then ordered his signature Tuna Tartare...the best! Spicy, fresh and flavorful. For the entree I ordered the Roasted organic Chicken which was prepared with truffle mac and cheese and a mini piece of fried chicken...GENIUS!! Both pieces of chicken were tender, juicy and flavorful...and the truffle mac and cheese compliments it perfectly. My wife ordered the Wagyu burger and couldn't stop eating it...the thing was the best burger she had ever ordered...Period. Save room for dessert and order the Bourbon white chocolate sundae...this final dish will bury all of your skepticism of my love for this Chef...Who brings together things you don't think go together in a dessert, 2nd guessing even ordering it until you take the first bite and then arguing as to whether you should order a second one. This is the type of restaurant you get dressed up for and wait the whole year to go to...Its a dining experience that only Michael Mina can provide.
(5)
Angie H.
The filet was amazing and the service was on point. Definitely coming back here soon!
(5)
Maika P.
My guy took me here for my birthday a couple of weeks ago. We live near the Americana and always go to Din Tai Fung. Noticed Bourbon opened last year and was always curious about trying it out. I'm glad we went on my birthday! We went to a Michael Mina restaurant in Las Vegas called Steak before and it was really delicious. The Lobster Pot Pie was TO. DIE. FOR. It was delicious! They use a whole lobster! They cook the pot pie in a pot and bring the actual pot to the table. Then they assemble the pot pie right in front of you. It's really a good enough plate to share, it's alot of food! We also ordered the 18oz Rib Eye, Truffle Mac, and Mushrooms. The rib eye was cooked perfectly. Definitely would recommend it. The truffle mac and cheese was really cheese-y and truffle-y! I also enjoyed the service alot. They were really great even though it was a busy night. Would recommend coming here for an anniversary or for a romantic date. If you park at the Americana structure, they validate parking too.
(4)
Paul C.
Some GREAT and some not so great. First and foremost, when you pay $40-50 for a steak, it had better be perfectly awesome, and better than one can make at home, right? Well, here's the good news... their steaks are good. Some better than others. Can I cook steaks at home better? Yes, absolutely, but they did a good job. Were the steaks worth $40-50 each? Not to me. I had dinner there last night with four friends. We all tasted each others dishes, and shared some sides. Here's my take. The fillet mignon, while tasty, was just a tad dry. The rib-eye cap was done perfectly and melted in my mouth. Easily the best dish of the night. The chicken, also a tad dry also for my taste. The Thai Crispy snapper was awesome and cooked to perfection. The mashed potatoes were pasty and probably the worst dish of the night. The duck fat french fries with dipping sauces were very good. The tuna tartar served table side with quail egg and toasted pine nuts was also very good, but a bit under seasoned. The creamed spinach was good, and not too rich. The black truffle mac n cheese had good flavor, but the cheese was not very creamy and rich. It was a bit mealy, or grainy.... not a big fan. The desserts were all very good, but I can't remember what they were... one was a toffee caramel something, and the others were some kind of white chocolate thing... I don't recall.. but all VERY good. The bottom line, to me, is always... would I go back? And while the food was ok, I just don't think it was worth the money considering there are so many other places in the LA area that serve better food, at better prices. Having said that, I will say that the best thing about the place is the service. It's exceptional. All the staff are friendly, caring, knowledgeable, and helpful. Five stars for the services and 2-3 stars for the food.
(2)
Charles S.
Last minute decision to reserve this place for my birthday dinner over Houston's and Ruth Chris' . friend didn't really want to go to both of the places because he thinks both places have become too pedestrian. Hence, Off to Bourbon Steak we went. Years ago I went to the original Bourbon Steak in St. Francis, SF and was quite impressed. This time, from the valet service to the end everything were smooth. Valet service actually is a plus if you don't want the hassle to park yourself at the Americana parking garage, cheap is not worth it. You just need to validate. From the start, we arrived on the dot and was seated promptly. The restaurant is about full but not as noisy as Houston's nor cramped like Ruth Chris'. Our server, Joey is courteous and promptly greeted us and wished me a birthday greeting. The appetizer is the three dips with duck fat fries, just as I remembered from my first encounter in SF and as delicious as before. Joey did mention that Monday is special half off all wines in the list. Since the main course would be steak, I chose a red, which is French Malbec which bit unusual because Malbec usually sold as wine exclusively from Argentina, while in France is usually used as a blend. The cocktail that I ordered, something called Something at the Street or something like that is really delicious. It's a blend of sweetness and a little kick from some kind of chili pepper. The Duck Spring Roll is one of the tastiest I ever tasted and they seem to have an excellent saucier, ginger sauce dip is very delicate and complement the duck. The porterhouse steak is cooked to perfection and arrived ready portion sliced so you don't have to go through struggling to cut the meat. BTW the brioche is also delicious. The wine pairs beautifully with the meat, sort of tasted like Pinot Noir with pleasant body. They really has an excellent sommelier. Coffee and dessert next. Since I wanted something light after such a hearty meal, Joey suggested the strawberry mascarpone which is delightful and at the end he brought my petit chocolate covered ice cream birthday "cake". The whole evening was really a pleasant surprise and thank you again Joey to make my celebration really special ! Decor is tastefully done and kind of remind me of New York with the busy traffic outside and quiet elegance inside.
(5)
Choo C.
Second time here and it was much better than my first experience. The restaurant itself is beautiful and the service is amazing. PJ was awesome and took great care of us. Had the petite filet mignon, truffle mac and cheese, creamed spinach, whipped potatoes, caesar salad, duck spring rolls and the chocolate peanut butter mousse. The filet was perfectly cooked, but could have been more tender. Everything else was really good, but the chocolate peanut butter mousse was my favorite of the night.
(4)
Franz T.
Celebrated my 36th birthday here with family and friends. The workers at his fine establishment not only went out of their way to take care of us, but also took the extra time to ensure that each of my party members were satisfied with their drinks, appetizers and entrees. The atmosphere, drinks and food are simply amazing! It was slightly pricey, but then again, we get what we pay for.
(5)
Sarcaswit Z.
So....dark, sophisticated, modern interior, well dressed wait staff, decanters on the tables, the place certainly looks the part, but I'm not sure if the sum of all the parts ultimately add up to anything noteworthy. I don't expect drive-through speed service when I go to a steakhouse but the neglect at this place is quite extraordinary. It took staff 10-15 minutes to come and get our drinks orders. That is too long of a wait in my book. Their complimentary appetizers, on the other hand, which consisted of various flavored fries and sauces were brought to our table more than half an hour after our arrival! It was fun to sit and look around for the first couple of minutes, try to get a sense of a new place, but after a while you begin to wonder if they've just forgotten about you. I also realize lobster or steak take a while to prepare but what was the excuse for the long wait for salad?! It made no sense and I became really disappointed with the service pretty much from the get-go. Then came the food. So based on Yelp reviews (that's right I blame you guys entirely!) I ordered the Lobster pot pie. It looked awesome but tasted just alright to me - not amazing. You get a whole lobster which is great and the pastry like bread that comes with it is pretty damn good but the sauce could have been stronger - then you just have a bunch of uninspired vegetables accompanying the lobster. The whole thing was a little on the subtle side for me - at $76 I expected more of an oomph from the dish! Their rib-eye steak was pretty good but again, not impressive to such an extent that you think wow! The mac and cheese we got on the side was very average - nothing special. We also had the bone marrow which I actually liked very much. The bread that came with it, in particular, was delicious. Caesar salad with chicken also gets thumbs up - the chicken comes on skewers and I am not sure how it was cooked exactly, but it was very tasty. Once we were completely done, Michael the manager stopped by our table to ask how things were going and if he could be of any help. We thanked him but at that stage I didn't think it'd make much sense to start complaining about the slow service so perhaps too little, too late. He did score points by making the effort though! Right when we were about to pay, I noticed there was a fly in my sparkling water. I actually fished it out of the almost empty glass and strangely it was still alive. When we mentioned this to the waitress she just said: Oh I'm sorry, is it like a fruit-fly, sorry about that, (no, it most certainly did not look like a fruit-fly!) and walked off with the credit card. She was polite but acted as if it was no big deal, which I didn't think was very cool. Other minor irritations: it was pretty loud in there - the waitress could barely understand us. The AC was blasting and annoying me as usual but that's just a perpetual personal problem that I like to whine about! This place basically went from a potential 5, okay who are we kidding, I rarely do 5's- so from a potential 4 down to a 3 within minutes of arrival due to the slow service, then it worked its way up a little bit to 3.5 during food. Then in fact it did hit the magical 4 once the manager checked in on us because it made me think they actually care, but then in the blink of an eye dropped back down to 3 again because of that damn fly and the waitress' seemingly nonchalant attitude towards it. So there you have it: a roller-coaster of emotions this one! Over $200 out of pocket for an okay experience for two, not outstanding. Perhaps if it was a little more affordable, service timelier, and the temperature more comfortable, I would return, but as it currently stands I doubt it...
(3)
Harry S.
This place can be summed up in one word: Disaster. Every possible negative experience one can have in a restaurant in 90 minutes. They could not have given us a worse dining experience if they tried. We had reservations. I guess that doesn't matter here. We arrived on time, but our table wasn't ready. "No waiting area, please feel free to sit at our bar while we get your table ready, sir." We did. And we asked for a number of drinks on the drink menu. It took four or five tries until they had something we wanted. Seemed like they were out of 80 percent of the whiskeys on their list. I paid about $25 for a shot of whiskey I would normally never have ordered. And it was bad. And, our bartender, while polite, had almost no product knowledge. Stands to reason that if you are going to charge an exorbitant price for a drink, you should at least be able to describe it. No such luck. After our Great Depression/prohibition era bar experience, off to our table. The list of shareable appetizers is embarrassing. We ended up getting sides as appetizers. I have NEVER, EVER had food so salty. EVER. Both dishes were totally inedible. It was painful. Then, our entrees arrive. Worst. Steaks. Ever. Worst. Waiter. Ever. I think they used all the salt in the restaurant on our appetizers, as there was clearly none in our entrees or sides. Flavorless. Bland. Without texture. I wouldn't have minded the horrible food as much if our waiter actually gave a bother. He disappeared after our food arrived until the bill came. We were done eating, leaving the overwhelming majority of our food untouched, and waited forever for our waiter to return. He made three trips: one to take our orders, one to deliver our food, and one to drop off our check. The fact we touched almost none of our food was too subtle a sign for this NASA engineer to figure out our food was horrible. Why two stars? The decor is nice. That's it. I have tried and tried to come up with positive things to say about this place. That's all I got. $400 for one of the worst meals I have ever had, with some of the worst service known to man. One last thing... This WAS a great place once upon a time. For a very short time. It has seen a sad decline. My last experience was like the one before it. I figured it deserves two tries before a poor review. It cost me almost a thousand bucks between my last two meals here to get to this point. Next time it will be a frozen entree from the local grocer's freezer. At least I will get what I expect. Michael Mina, I was a huge fan. Now, I just feel sorry for you. Maybe a tour of the local McDonald's kitchen and a few months flipping burgers would be a good place to rebuild a foundation in the culinary arts. For now, it looks like a whole lot of ego vomited all over a nicely decorated place that would be better occupied by a Sizzler.
(2)
Alexander R.
Awesome food Great decor Outstanding layout for its size Waiters are attentive and polite Noise level is geared towards a large group not for an intimate setting.
(5)
Samy A.
Very expensive for what you get. I had the bone-in ribeye medium rare and it was mediocre. About a quarter of the steak was uneatable because there was a lot of connective tissue that was not broken down. Also the steak was definitely unseasoned -- a little salt and pepper goes a long way. All in all, I can get the same meal at any chain steak restaurant for half the price. Not going back.
(2)
Jennifer S.
This is a great place to go if you really just want to spend money. Lots of money... Now, there are some nice things about this place. The duck fat fries are complimentary and according to my companions, quite tasty. The decor is nice, nothing super special or innovative but its a pleasant space. The service was so good that it bordered on obnoxious. I mean, attentive staff is great. All our food came out on time and we had what we asked for in a reasonable time. But I really began to feel that every other sentence was being interrupted by someone asking about or checking on something. The food was good. We went for the Dine LA and had three courses off that menu. The beet salad was by far the best thing I had. Very fresh and the cheese was smooth and creamy. My steak was properly cooked but all in all, it wasn't anything remarkable about it. The Tea and Biscuits dessert was very light and had a lovely flavor to it. Too bad there was only about a spoonful of it on the plate. So thats it. Very middle of the road. Not great but not bad. For the prices listed on the regular menu I won't be making a return trip. I can eat way better closer to home.
(2)
Scott Corey L.
Great Cap Ribeye and service by Robin was outstanding. Everything was cooked to perfection.
(5)
Jessica R.
Ok, now I was craving steak and did not want to drive to LA, so I decided to give Bourbon Steak in Glendale another chance. From the last time we were here I guess they only to do dinner now. I called in to make sure they had room for us and they did so they made a reservation. Upon entering the restaurant, the ambiance was different. The hostess was very welcoming. My son is very friendly and likes to say Hi to total strangers and she greeted him. They sat us very quickly and brought him a coloring paper and crayons . The waiter was very nice very helpful on recommending items. My son had a skirt steak and fries kids meal, husband a wagyu beef and I a petite filet mignon. We got a side of the Truffle Mac and Cheese. One of the BEST Truffle Mac we had. Everything was Perfect, nothing went back. The food was great ,the restaurant made a great transformation. Everyone was very kind. They gave comp fries which was a plus for my son. I am glad that we gave them another try. Will be coming again soon.
(4)
Cindy S.
This place was amazing! Went there for my birthday and what a great experience. Appetizers, steak (melts in your mouth), fish, drinks, desserts, staff... everything about it was good. They started us off with complimentary fries with three different dipping sauces -- super delish..especially the pickle flavored fries (don't remember the exact name amd flavor). But I think it was chipotle, parmesan, pickle seasonings and they all had their own dipping sauce paired up with them. The tuna tartar avocado mix was mixed at your table. That was the best tuna I have had. Sonething about it was different. Very fresh and tender. Hamachi and tuna poppers- topped on crispy rice. Simpky amazing. The rice has just the right anout of chewy and crispiness to it and the fish was just perfect. Beet salad was great..especially that goat cheese that comes with it. The steak my friend had was just one of those melts in your mouth kinds.. the red snapper was good too which was paired up with a curry flavored rice. We also got three sides - asparagus, jalopeno creamed corn, cailiflower dish. Clall were great, especially the creamed corn. Loved it with that jalopeno kick. The staff was really friendly. They knew it was my birthday and had a card on the table signed by staff. We started pretty late -- at 945 pm -- and were there til late too but no one rushed us out. I would definitely go again.
(5)
Shengte Y.
The decoration in this restaurant is just beautiful. Service is great, my water glass was never empty. This was for a business dinner and we started with the shell fish platter which had lobster, oysters, clam, crab legs, scallops and abalone. All of the seafood was really fresh. The duck fries was pretty good. The dinner roll was awesome, I can just eat a ton of those. After all that I had the dry aged 18oz ribeye with Brussel sprouts, truffle Mac and cheese, and the magic mushrooms. The steak was aged and cooked to perfection and seasoned perfectly. I think I could've had two of them. The Brussel sprouts were very tasty. I would pass and skip on the truffle Mac and cheese. It was runny and not cheesy at all. It lacked any deep cheese or truffle flavor. Very disappointing. The magic mushrooms were great but not magical. I was surprised that they didn't have any of the regular beers like corona, Stella. Ended up with some pilsner that was ok. I'm conflicted as to whether I'll come back again.
(4)
Martin M.
I really like coming for cocktails. Robyn is the best server/bartender very professional........
(5)
Zanku A.
First time was at daily happy hour which was both a great deal but excellent food. Burger was one of the best I've ever had. Service was excellent too. The environment isn't your typical steak house, ie it's not stuffy. Some may like the open environment others may think it's too Americana-ish. I like the environment for the bar area not sure I like that open environment for the full dining experience. Will have to try it before I can pass judgement on that.
(5)
Kirstie B.
Good food, slow service. Quality of the meat was superb, and the sides were well done: we have the cream of spinach and the Mac and cheese. Steak was cooked just right, very flavorful and was quality product. It's a good steak house; i would dine here again. Make sure you get the three steak sauce sampler to go with your meal.
(4)
Jennifer H.
I'm a little surprised at the ratings this restaurant has been getting. I don't know about everyone else but the time I went with my family not long ago was more than decent. The bone-in rib-eye steak was actually very good, tender, and well-cooked to exactly how we wanted it. We also ordered the seafood platter which I felt was a bit lacking considering the price. For a similar amount, the seafood platter at Mastros is far, far better and actually worth your money. The price is a bit on the high side and I was surprised only because I wasn't expecting a restaurant in Americana to be that pricey. When we first came in the restaurant it was empty because it was before lunch time but to our surprise, when we looked up about halfway through our meal, the restaurant had filled up quite a bit. The only other unfortunate thing is that our server who was attentive in the beginning had now forgotten about us just because there were more customers. He never came back to us and we even had to ask the bus boy to get us our check. Besides that, as far as the food goes, all our plates were cleared.
(4)
Bob K.
Great food, great atmosphere, great selection of vines. As you would expect from a fine establishment, the service was fantastic, the server was very knowledgeable. We celebrated my wife's birthday and were surprised by a small dessert with a candle. Will definitely recommend this restaurant for fine dining.
(5)
Joriel A.
My boyfriend and I came here for my (actual) birthday dinner. We had a wonderful dining experience. The service was excellent (just the way I like them), ambiance was classy and romantic. Our steak came fast and cooked just the way we asked for. I had the fillet and he got the rib cap - sooo goood! We shared a pot of asparagus, which was garlicy and tastey! Fresh oysters were good as well as their ahi tartare! We had their deconstructed cheesecake for deasert. It doesn't look anything like a cheesecake or any cake at all but sure tasted like one. They started us off with their conplimentary french fries with three flavorful dips. Sorry I don't remember them but they're good! Our overall experience was great and we will keep coming back for sure.
(5)
John A.
Took my girlfriend here last night for dinner. We had a reservation for 9:15 and we were there 15 min early but they didn't give us a problem and seated us. The place was nice, and pretty busy, I don't think i saw another open table. I don't understand why everyone complains of the jazz music here. There was really no loud music that would interfere with hearing anyone talk. It was just a guy playing the piano and I found it pretty nice, not loud...at all. I ordered a filet mignon and my girlfriend ordered a caesar salad (who gets a caesar salad at a steakhouse, right?). We also ordered the black truffle mac & cheese and half dozen oysters to start with. They brought out 2 truffle rolls (bread roll with truffle inside) and their fries sampler trio complimentary and both were very good. The steak wasn't all that. I've had better filet mignon at tons of other places. The truffle mac and cheese was pretty good too but I would still take BOA's mac and cheese over Bourbons any day. The bottom line is, the place haas a cool ambiance but I wouldn't see myself going there for dinner to enjoy a steak again. I'll probably go back next time around lunch hours and try out a burger, they look really good.
(3)
Harry T.
Our experience last night at the Bourbon Steak Restaurant over at the Glendale Americana was superior to most of our other experiences at higher-end steak houses. Besides the delicious West Coast oysters, another superb highlight was the rare offering of the "rib cap", the filet style, non fatty, non boney portion of what would otherwise by multiple rib-eye steaks. (Restaurants don't usually offer this cut because they can make more on offering the multiple rib-eyes.) More kudos goes out to the restaurant as the wife enjoyed the seared foie gras accompaniment to her filet which she enjoyed greatly! They have a comprehensive fine wine list accompanied by their tremendously helpful informative and sommelier fresh from their lauded restaurant in Las Vegas. All the service was top-notch too. Try it; you will probably like it!
(5)
Jenny Y.
Dinela Summer Edition #1: $25 lunch menu =d -Corn Veloute: Delicious and very sweet but paled in comparison to my friend's appetizer! The prawn was slighly overcooked and I guess I didn't get the memo that I was supposed to mix the whole soup before consuming. They had placed the prawn on top of a salty sauce and a slice of roasted chile. I wish they had removed a few of the seeds because it was spicy x_X Other than that, it was an enjoyable soup. -Burrata Salad: I was so jealous of my friend for ordering this. The date jam and crunchy topping made this dish fun. -Skirt Steak: I try my best not to order the same dish when I'm out with friends, because we can always try each other's dishes =d But at a steak house, I had to order a steak. Especially when it's $25 for a 3 course lunch! =d The steak was like any other. It wasn't bad but it wasn't great. The curried cauliflower with almonds and golden raisins were an interesting accompaniment to the steak. Would I order it again? Probably not, but I'm not really a fan of curry. -Vanilla Custard: Mmmmmm so creamy and milky =d Again, my friend won in the choosing game =T -Chocolate (whoopie pie?): I forgot what this was called but it was like a whoopie pie. The buttercream was waxy and not appetizing. The chocolate cookie had a bland flavor profile. I took it home and aged it for a day. Today, it was delicious and definitely a winner. So, if you crave chocolate, ask for this to go and eat it the next day =d I've also been here for their burgers and I must say, their bourbon steak burger is a darn good burger. If you come for lunch, they have a lunch special for $19 where you get choice of fries or a salad with your burger, a drink and a cookie to round out your meal. I saw the pictures of the fries that people got, mine were completely dusted with a green powder. I wonder what it was, but it was darn tasty =d Skip the bacon cheeseburger though, it was very forgettable. ps...just looked up the word "vadouvan", it's a blend of indian spices...oops!
(4)
Jackie M.
Came as a group each person ordered something individually so I got plenty to try. Ordered a steak and that was ok but not what I expected as the waiter talked it up much. The staff inside the restaurant was nice but as soon as our waiter came to us he greeted us and left us alone. Not to check to us or ask if we're ok. Lots of waiting. Great to try once but will not be back again.
(3)
Amy C.
I'll give this place way more than 5 stars if I could. I had one of the best dining experience at Bourbon Steak. Came here on a Sunday night for dinner and had a long dinner with few friends. Every server we came across (special shout out to Natasha!!) was very attentive and nice. We started off our meal with the duck fries - little salty (just the way I like it) and the truffle bun/roll (I try to stay away from those free bread, but this was too good not to gulp it down) The appetizer - tuna tare tare, octopus and the kale salad were all amazing. I especially liked the kale salad - the dressing was perfect and who doesn't like healthy kale before diving into meat heaven ;) We ordered the american wagyu (little less fatty than the Japanese Wagyu just the way I like it), Japanese wagyu, Lobster pot pie (there was a server dedicated to serving the lobster pot pie, which was pretty cool: plenty of lobster meal with perfectly seasoned stew) and the sea bass The dessert was also AMAZING - we were given a special dessert (not on the menu sadly). I would go back to Bourbon steak just for this dessert if they would make this for me again.. I can go on and on about this place! Highly recommend for nice family dinner or romantic date night.
(5)
Liza K.
Luxury dining. You get what you pay for, and it doesn't come cheap . Very filling and hearty meal. We were 2 people and the bill was $200. complimentary trio duck fat fries, A glass of wine per person, ricotta cavatelli which is amazing , a 32 oz dry aged porterhouse to share, truffle Mac and cheese( meh too much truffle oil and much too liquidy don't recommend it) and dessert. It's the next day and I'm still full. The service and ambience was my favorite part Comfortable spacious booths, great for date night, time goes by fast here. Bonus: free valet for 3 hours
(4)
J.P. B.
This fairly fancy restaurant that just opened just outside of the Americana in Glendale. It has a modern vintage feel, and their staff and service is quite excellent. They have a good selection of wine, and if you're not sure what to get, they have a sommelier on hand to help you with the food pairings. The food, the steaks are quite good, and so is the lobster. The truffle bread is MOST excellent. I like how they give you a "french fries" sampler with different sauces to choose from at the beginning of your meal. The only real 'draw back' here is the pricing. Come and expect to splurge a little when you come here and have entree and glass of wine.
(4)
Lalo R.
Just stopped by for a quick drink and ended up having a light lunch Had the duck fat fries 3 ways which are nice and crispy and full of flavor especially with the 3 dipping sauces ... Also ordered the tuna tartare.... Nice and rich with a quail egg on top...mixed table side to perfection definitely a must try... Served with white bread slightly toasted... Also had 4 drinks... A negroni with bourbon instead and slightly carbonated by the bartender.... Nice new variation that had a nice pop... Overall my bar experience had been very good the first 2 times I have been here...
(5)
Amy P.
Glendale was starving for a good steakhouse and I'm happy to report that Bourbon Steak has filled that void - classic yet modern, quality ingredients, a comfortable yet streamlined setting, and the perfection of service and taste that Michael Mina absolutely requires. This classic steakhouse (reimagined) offers nostalgic renderings, such as his signature lobster corn dog, fresh chilled shellfish platters, caviar presentation, truffle mac and cheese and his playful root beer float to name just a few. You can also get what classic dishes MM does best like his famous lobster pot pie prepared tableside as well as his delicious tuna tartare with Asian pear and sesame oil...mmmm... The steaks are wood-grilled and the temperature has been perfect all 3 times I visited the restaurant. The service is warm, yet professional and never overbearing. Before your meal begins, you are served a trio of duck fat French fries all with different seasonings accompanied by 3 different house-made dipping sauces. Fries are my weakness and these are salty, crispy, a little meaty and brilliantly genius. As for the side veggies, the asparagus and the mushrooms were delicious. I love their Iceberg wedge salad as well. Ohhh...and the drinks...if you're into whisky, try the Japanese whisky presentation served with ice flown in from Japan with torch-charred caramelized pear prepared tableside....what a delightful presentation and experience! I'm so happy that the restaurant opened. It's a perfect respite while shopping at the Americana and something that the area desperately needed. Yay!
(5)
Sonig M.
Came to Bourbon Steak with my boyfriend for date night. What a great experience! I don't eat red meat so at first I was a little hesitant, but I know how much my boyfriend loves his steak so I thought that there had to be at least one item on the menu that I can have. I had the roasted chicken with truffle Mac n Cheese. WOW was it delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly, juicy and fresh and the Mac n Cheese was the perfect addition. I am a huge fan of Mac n Cheese and usually get it if it's on a menu. Having it come with my meal AND taste great was a big plus! Our server gave us complimentary french fries (3 kinds) each with their own dipping sauce. We devoured them! So good! Besides the food being great, the service was amazing! We had made reservations and got seated as soon as we walked in. The employees are very attentive and always asked if we needed anything. They were very sweet and made our experience an amazing one. We couldn't stop talking about how great their customer service was when we left the restaurant. The place is beautiful, clean and very classy. It is a romantic place and perfect for date night. It is conveniently located at the Americana so after dinner you can walk around, have some coffee, or catch a movie. We will definitely be visiting again. :)
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Natalia P.
Ambiance: 5 stars Asian male host: 5 stars Food/ drinks: 4 stars Waitress: 2 stars Price: $$$$ 2 stars Amazing feel just walking in to this decadent looking restaurant. We were just shopping at Americana and decided to dine here on a whim since they just opened. The restaurant was packed on a Sunday night. We had to dine at the bar lounge but was still very impressed with the decor. We received trio duck fat fries on the house (not sure if this is just for grand opening or a normal thing), and it was excellent. We ordered: Lobster corn dog $16: Don't get this. It could have been mashed tiny shrimp and you don't even know. Either way, it wasn't tasty. Extremely salty. I couldn't even finish one. 0 star. English Peas Agnolotti $15: Don't get this either. Pasta texture was too al dente: Chewy and gummy. It was like a much smaller ravioli. Very forgettable. The sauce was not captivating. This is not an Italian restaurant so don't order Italian food. 1 star. Garden kale salad $12: It was the better of the three. It was good not great. Very simple ingredients. 3.5 stars. Filet mignon 8 oz. $41: Asked for medium well. Received medium rare. 3.5 stars Garlic bourbon sirloin 8 oz. $28: Asked for medium rare. Receive medium well. This was probably due to our very ditzy waitress. However, this cheaper cut was so much more flavorful and delicious than the filet mignon. We mainly shared this steak all night. 5 stars. Lobster mash side $9: GET this! Super yummy and delicious. The cheapest smitchen of lobster meat, but the mash was unbelievably delicious!!! 5 stars Truffle Mac an cheese side $9: DON'T get this! Suck. Too al dente chewy and gummy. Again, they can't cook pasta here. Sauce was bland. 1 star. Whiskey: First time I had whiskey so I can't rate it, but I know I don't like it. However, this place just makes you want to get one. Overall verdict: I will come back because the ambiance is gorgeous! There are a few good dishes...Probably stay away from the appetizers as they are not well thought out. I don't mind paying this price, I just feel like the portion doesn't justify the price since most of it was not really good. They are kind of an underdog in LA Metropolis of celebrity steakhouses, so they shouldn't charge top dollar for just being decent. For example, our bill was close to 200 tax and tip. For that price, Mastros or Osteria Mozza would be a better choice for taste and service. 4 stars for garlic bourbon steak, lobster mash, and free fries. Waitress: Seriously, they need to train better or hire new service. Our waitress was clueless, ditzy, and too casual for this price point. 0 star.
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Asa B.
Great Steak House. Just what you expect from Mr. Mina. Started with the comp fries then to steak and some sides. Did not get the top of the line but it was great. Don't know why I cheapend out as I was delighted to be there but next time will go to the top. Please note that the Angus steak I had was very good. Special point out to Justin Yu the Asst. GM. Was on the floor making sure everything was done right. Came by each table to make sure. Service above and beyond. A guy who really cares about the place he runs. Giant cudos. Cheers all from the Napa Valley
(5)
Fred A.
Great experience. My wife took me here for my birthday dinner as we always go to fine dining restaurant on this occasion. I had the scotch flight with tuna tar tar and filet. My wife had the chicken. They gave us complimentary fries and butternut squash soup. Overall the food was excellent and the service was impeccable. The entire staff was very attentive and knowledgeable without being overbearing. Our waiter just had a way about him that was inviting and relaxing. They even printed out a personalized menu with "happy birthday fred" across the top. Every staff member that came to the table engaged us in a discussion and wished me a happy birthday. If you are looking for an overall fine dining experience with fine dining prices this is an excellent choice.
(5)
Aileen P.
This is our second time to visit Bourbon Steak. Our first time was in Aug 2014 for brunch and tonight for dinner. Our experience has been very good on both occasions. The entire staff is excellent. From the receptionist to the wait staff. Joey, our server is magnificent. He is very attentive and courteous. He made us feel very important. He is knowledgable of the menu and gave clarifications on our inquiries about the dishes. The food excellent as well. We will recommend this place to our friends and family. We will definitely be back since there are a lot of dishes we would like to try.
(5)
John D.
I'm kind of late on my review, I came there with my girlfriend and we weren't like other guests we were in regular clothes, but I must say the steak was fantastic I was greeted by a manager which was nice at my table, I don't drink alcohol neither does my girlfriend so we got the 2 amazing steaks and a duck fried French fries, ill be returning soon but a like I said a little bit of time has passed hopefully I'll have the same waiter as last time and hopefully he remembers the tip I left :) Great service deserves a great tip great food also
(5)
Jarrod M.
Absolutely amazing service and staff, and food was delicious!! I Ordered the lobster pot pie and it was nothing like I have had before, absolutely fantastic. I highly recommend going! Prices are on the higher side, but absolutely worth it.
(5)
John Q.
I had really been looking forward to this fine establishment( the title alone had me). My sister had recommended this place to me since I am a huge steak lover and an alcoholic for old fashions and manhattans. Unfortunately, my date and I had to wait about 30 minutes for a table but the whole seating area in the back was actually empty. They were sitting people only in the two front areas and not allowing anyone to sit on the patio. I get it, we're not supermodels and we be cramping your style but please let us sit somewhere in the back first without waiting 30 min. Then it happened, we were seated way in the back where servers could easily miss us. We had a s server who said she was going to get a pen and than she will be right back but instead a totally different server decided to take our menu and asked us for our drinks again. Guess our previous server thought we had cooties... Weird thing is that they took the wine glasses from the table but the bus boy had just put them on a few minutes ago. Funny.. I was going to order a whole bottle for celebrating since I just got a job promotion. This night outing was seriously ruining my festivities. On top of that our food took very long to come out and the New York steak was not even all that I had hoped for. It was mediocre at best. The flavor was just not there. I feel sorry for the cow that was murdered just to be served as Denny's steak special. The signature dessert: white chocolate sundae- type 2 diabetes in a glass. The sales pitch of the cocktails was very strange and tacky ( you took away our wine glasses) That is where I would hit 2 stars because of the food delay due to bad communication amongst staff for the multiple delays. Maybe it was an off day where not the best staff was there, it was a Wednesday. The silver lining to this place was the duck fat fries. But you can't mess that up.
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Constance H.
Michael Mina restaurants are usually a hit or miss, but I'm a fan of Bourbon Steak in Glendale. The wine list is quite extensive as well as the bourbon selection :) I love the decor, ambiance and service. Favorites: - Oysters - Lobster Pot Pie - Dry Aged Porterhouse - Japanese Waygu (Kagoshima A5 Rib Eye) - Mirin & Soy-Glazed 'Magical Mushrooms - Black Truffle Mac & Cheese - Macallan 12 Butter Scotch Pudding - Michael Mina's Signature Root Beer Float
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Renata G.
First time trying out Bourbon in LA. I recently tried the one in Miami and it was pretty great. I have to start my review with the star of my night. Kristen!! Such fancy places are expected to have great service but Kristen really tops the charts. She puts her entire being into excelling in her job. I told her she needs to stop serving and open her own consulting business to train servers!!! She really gives you great service with personality. I was surprised to see that apart from a few key items the menu is completely different than Miami. On Mondays the bottles of wine are 50% off. Yay! Michael's Tuna Tare Tare- A signature dish, and very delicious. I love the raw egg mixed in. Gives it a unique flavor to a common dish. Chilled Gulf Shrimp- Yummy large shrimp. Definitely recommend for anyone wanting a steakhouse in Glendale. Be sure to ask to sit in Kristen's section!
(5)
Michelle A.
Bourbon Steak has a great HH menu with select cocktails around $7.00. Had the ahi tuna tartare and cheese platter along with my Manhattan on the rocks.
(5)
Oshin P.
When your in this place , you don't feel as if your in Glendale anymore . Service is gray, a very nice variety of house specialty cocktails , and the manager was awesome and very welcoming . They honestly surprised me, with their food quality and presentation . Not to mention the house cut steak (rib cap cut) which is a cross between a rib eye and a filet . Will definitely be stopping by this place again
(5)
Stevo O.
Just got back from a great 1st anniversary party at Bourbon Steak (thanks Stephanie!). Caruso Rewards helped sponsor the event which included free cocktails, appetizers, champagne, and amuse bouche. Each of the different appetizers (8) were amazing, but my favorite was the tuna with sesame on a cracker. Our server was Lindsey, and she had great information to provide concerning each dish. Since we had all the alcohol and appetizers before dinner, we were kind of stuffed and did not go for the steaks (doesn't that always happen?). We ended up with chicken and fish; I know you're supposed to order steak at a steakhouse... I don't think we made a bad decision with our choices, especially with the Chicken, which comes with their famous mac n' cheese. My salmon was ordered with the stuffed baked potato and I was hoping they had some tartar sauce, but alas, the purist does not spoil a fine fish with tartar sauce; I guess there's no ketchup in the place either... All in all, we were able to have a great happy hour for free, and a meal that was delicious and fresh. The table duck fries were a little too salty, but I can't say much, since they were complimentary. If you are on a budget, get there for happy hour between 4-6, when every snack is half off. You can probably get full for under $20.00! Be sure to get validation or sneak into Nordstrom's for 3 hours free.
(5)
Arpi G.
Although I was in great company and celebrating a really special night, my overall dinning experience was disappointing. I had high hopes for this place. Needless to say, I won't be returning and I wouldn't recommend it. No doubt about it, the decor is highly stylized and done so tastefully but that's not enough to warrant more than one star. Here is why... Various items on the drink menu were either running low (below serving size) or out completely. That should never be the case at a place like this. One would think for the price, the quality of food and service would be excellent. It was sub-par at best. Our absentee server was...well just that...absentee! The food was inconsistent. The taste ranged from too salty (barely eatable) to bland and tasteless. Once everyone stops being fooled by the attractive facade and realize they are being ripped off for bad service and bad food, it will be "lights off" here for good.
Overall: Overall, when you reflect back on dinner at the Bourbon Steak there is a feeling of satisfaction and pampering. As though you have been bathed in caramel if you're into that sort of thing. Service: Service was on par with what is to be expected for a Michael Mina location but also it exceeds expectations in a very special way. PJ was a fine server with excellent suggestions for wines and dessert. Food: The St Geron white was excellent and the sundae melts in your mouth. We started with a dozen west coast oysters and the smoked octopus. The oysters were alright not the best and octopus was perfectly paired with the sauce, red peppers and eggplant. We had the filet which was cooked to perfection, the organic chicken was fresh with a lovely and crispy crust. Ambiance: The decor is beautiful. The cutlery, the napkin rings, the lighting, the table plant, every detail counts. The elegant steampunk design of the restrooms even. Makes for a beautiful and romantic evening.
(5)
Marjorie U.
Service is top notch. They have a very extensive wine list. The Halibut I ordered was a bit fishy and it's not as moist. My friend ordered the Organic Roasted chicken and its quite good. Their signature dessert was yummy. I like the texture and its not overly sweet. Our server, Kristen Radziecki knows her wine and what to pair the dish with. She's friendly and I enjoyed her sense of humor. She even recommended a wine for me to try, Dr. Loosen "Dr. L" Be prepared to pay quite a bit. For 2 people it will definitely cost you about $150 if you order a glass of wine each.
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Andy L.
Came here to celebrate my girlfriend's birthday. We have eaten at majority of the restaurant in Americana Glendale; girlfriend and I have been meaning to try this place out. We figured it would be a great time to visit the restaurant for her birthday. When we first got in, we were greeted warmly by the host. Our waitress was very helpful in recommending different things to try on their menu and explained in full detail the uniqueness in each dish. After looking at the menu over and over again, girlfriend and I decided on the following dishes: Grilled octopus - the octopus was sous vide and was really soft, tender and just melts right in your mouth when you eat it Ribeye steak - the ribeye steak was delicious and paired extremely well with the truffle butter
(4)
Chevy K.
Proceed with caution. This company pays Yelp a lot of money. Keep a menu close by and double check every item on your bill! My last post got deleted! So be careful!!! This is not an imaginary review. Based on incident at the restaurant. I want future patrons to be careful. The restaurant is beautiful and the food is tasty. Very expensive. But charging more than menu price is not acceptable. Also, very pushy staff. Do your own research and do not be pushed around. They are PUSHY! Speaking from experience. They are deceptive for deleting my past post. This is what Yelp is all about. Putting the power of communication and saving other people from hardship.
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Vic C.
Last Wednesday, my husband and I came to Bourbon Steak for our anniversary dinner. Since we had such a terrible experience celebrating our anniversity at another restaurant, I thought it would be nice to try another restaurant. A few days before hand, I made a reservation through opentable.com and made a mention in the notes that we are going to be celebrating our anniversary. Upon checking in w/ the hostess, she told us "happy anniversary" and lead us to our table that had a reserved sign and a card written with the words "happy anniversary" on the envelope. I thought it was a nice touch. Anyways, our server, Joey, and bus boy (unsure of his position) was very attentive in refilling our water glasses and taking away our dirty dishes and replenishing clean ones. When we first met Joey and a few other employees who passed our table, wished us a happy anniversary. This is what we ordered: Trio of duck fat fries- complementary and a nice different take on the complementary bread. The duck fat fries (each a different flavor) came with 3 different dipping sauces (2 that are ketchup based and one that was a pickle dill that I loved the best). Michael's Tuna Tartare ($19 prior to tax)- An employee came rolling out a cart and wished us a happy anniversary and showed us the ingredients (Asian pear, pine nuts, scotch bonnet peppers, mint, sesame) that will be used for this appetizer and then started to mix and prepare it right in front of us. I liked this appetizer, as it had different layers of flavor that included sweet, savory and refreshing. Surprisingly it was not too spicy for me, even though peppers were in this. Pureed Mushroom soup with fig- This was a special complementary soup made especially just for us made by the chef. According to our server, not everyone get theses. This soup had a real nice savory flavor and really was quite elegant and simplistic in the small cappuccino cup it was served in. Black Cod ($36 prior to tax)- Our server told us that their fish is quite unique, as it is prepared in their wood oven, which provides that nice smokey, woodsy flavor that I really liked. Portion wise, it is on the smaller size for my husband (but was a good size for me). The small salad side was nice and the dressing was refreshing. Roasted Organic Chicken ($27 prior to tax)- Liked the mix of textures of this dish (fried= crunchy, tender= soft/ roasted) and moist flavor. Also a small portion, but perfect size for me. This came with a small side of truffle mac & cheese that was quiet heavy but cheesy good. Chinese Long Beans w/ 5 Treasures ($10 prior to tax)- This dish was a bit on the salty side, so we did not finish all of it. But I did like the black bean sauce though. Complementary Dessert (for our anniversary)- This dessert was a wonderful ending to our meal, especially since we were both full, we were glad this was small. The dessert had ice cream, a chocolate shell and peanut or hazel nut, all of which makes for a successful sweet ending. At the very end of our meal, our server brought us a piece of one of their in house made candy, petit fours that are individually wrapped. We still have not tried it yet, but I am sure it taste great. Too bad we were too full to get anything from their delicious looking dessert cart (something to look forward to the 2nd visit). ---------------------------- Total= $100.28, prior to tip When we left, other employees that passed us wished us a happy anniversary. Again, it truly was the nice touches and details that made this restaurant earn their 5 stars. They really did make our anniversary celebration special. Everyone truly went above and beyond. The food was excellent and the restaurant had a nice atmosphere (They had live music playing while we were there). I also liked their restrooms, which are individual rooms that are a good size and with those fancy towels that are close to cloth texture. You truly get what you pay for... so a place that is quite pricey (4 dollar signs for a reason), this is the place that lives up to everything you would expect a high end steak house would be. By the way, they do validate parking and there is no free wifi (but now you have less distractions from your meal).
(5)
Natalie E.
My husband and I were looking for a romantic spot for dinner so we decided to try the Bourbon Steakhouse. We enjoy bourbon and steak, so we decided to give this spot a try. It also gave us an excuse to try a Michael Mina restaurant. First off, our server Kristen was the best. Her knowledge of the drinks, as well as food was first class. She was conversational when needed and not too pushy. We'd return just to be served by her. Secondly, the food was great. The duck-fat fry trio to start was perfect. It was not too heavy yet fun flavors, I'm seriously craving the dill fries already!! Our steaks were cooked perfectly. We also had the scallops and the bone marrow, which melted in our mouths. The Bourbon tasting has different flavors infused into the glassware to compliment each drink. The Black & Yellow cocktail tasted like a fine cigar. It was lovely! The only thing I would have changed was to not include the Templeton Rye on their Bourbon tasting cart. Yes it's been around forever, but with the controversy over it, leave it off! For dessert we had the Bourbon White Chocolate Sundae which was the perfect end to the meal. My husband and I joked about fighting over the last couple bites. The decor is clean and beautiful. They offer white and black napkins. It is a bit spendy, but you are paying for quality. It was worth it in my book!
(5)
Tom D.
Wow! What a great night we had! :-)). Our food was very good but this review is primarily for the first-class service we received from the staff and our amazing server/host, "Giuseppe." It's not often that you encounter top-shelf service at a restaurant, even a fine dining establishment. But last night we were treated wonderfully by Mr. Giuseppe and the accompanying staff at the restaurant. His service exemplified how a guest should be treated. In terms of the food, it was very good. The highlight of our anniversary meal was the tomahawk rib eye. Huge, perfectly cooked, and exceptionally tender. The price tag was a bit much but it was a great steak notwithstanding. The lobster mashed potatoes were also good--smooth and velvety. The cream of spinach we ordered as our other side was also quite tasty. It was well-seasoned and the spinach still retained its flavor and integrity, meaning it was not mushy. And finally, hats off to the bartenders for crafting some delicious cocktails. I took a drink of my gf's sangria, which was quite possibly the best I've ever tasted! Thank you all for a great experience!
(5)
Arthur Q.
I have eaten at many high end wonderful restaurants including Las Vegas for over 40 years and have never been charged sooooo much for a meal. When I saw a Rib eye at $54 I thought is was a typo. And that includes nothing else! You will pay a minimum $10 for a single side. For that kind of money, there should be live entertainment, and a view of the San Francisco Bay! After looking at the menu for a bit, we ended up getting the Lobster pot pie for $69.00 , and we split it. It was just ok , but not worth it. They must be paying exorbant rent to charge so much. I also noticed there were about 5 empty tables in the center of the room at 8:30 on Saturday night. Be prepared.
Amazing experience!!!! If I could rate them a 5+ star I would!!!! We had originally made reservations for the dine LA menu but we decided to go ahead and go with the regular menu. The customer service was out of this world. From the minute we got there to getting seated at our table and leaving the restaurant. Our waiter explained every thing on the menu thoroughly. We also ordered a bottle of wine which we received help from deciding which bottle to get. The food in general was amazing definitely get the steak done medium. They give out complementary fries while you decide what to get to eat. They have a full cart with bottle of drinks. You could mix and match to your choice of drink. They also have delicious dessert.
If I needed to just review the service, 100% I would give it 5 stars as well. The staff was SO attentive and professional, we absolutely appreciated it. The food was also delicious, and our waiter made sure we understood everything before ordering. I ordered a glass of wine as well, and the server from the bar made sure I liked it by having me taste it first. I mean, how great are they? Overall my boyfriend and I had a lovely dinner, and the ambiance is just great. You forget you're in Glendale.
(5)
Miguel R.
Bourbon Steak is classy and tasty with great service to boot! Why it has only 3.5 stars is not a mystery. There are too many people out there that feel food should always be cheap and in huge portions. Why they even come here in the first place - well, that is a mystery. The Lobster Pot Pie is listed as MP or Market Price on the menu. It cost us $75. If that seems obscene to you, well, then go to the Red Lobster! My BF brought me here for my birthday a couple of days ago! The hostess recognized me and asked where she had seen me before. I told her that it must have been the Yelp event I had attended a while back! Nice! We started of with the complimentary fries that they serve. If I am not mistaken, they are duck fat fries. They come with three different dipping sauces. I preferred the aioli oneover the other two which looked like ketchup. Next we had Octopus a la Plancha which was really good. Too many places over or undercook their octopus. Not here! Mind you the portions were small. Just two large tentacles. I ordered a mezcal drink and even though they did not have one on the menu they said they would create one for me. They asked me if I wanted it tart or sweet and I asked for it sweet. It was quite good and strong! My BF asked for a Tlaquepaque which has tequila. He wanted it infused with jalapenyo so it would be spicy and they did that for him! It was quite good! It was however, seriously spicy! The salad we asked for was quite tasty as well. It was a kale salad. It was very well tossed! Our entrees were a dream! We had the Lobster Pot Pie and Porterhouse Steak! The Lobster Pot Pie is quite an event. They cut the pastry of the top of the pot and then place it on the dish. On top of that they place the lobster and filling. They arrange the lobster on the plate quite nicely! The sauce is just heavenly! The pastry is great! Delicious! The Porterhouse Steak was huge so we shared it! It impressed my BF who is used to really good steak at Mastro's so that says a lot about the steak here. I told him about the Bavette Steak I had tried here at the Yelp event and said it was really good. That is one of the reasons he decided to bring me here for my birthday! We had a really fabulous Bread Pudding at the end of it all! It was so good! The night was not over when we had finished our dessert. The waitress brought us a cart with desserts on it and she gave us a bunch of complimentary treats: a doughnut, macaron, and two chocolate treats! Service here is gracious! They fold your napkin for you when you leave the table and they are always coming around to see if you need anything. They even gave me a handwritten birthday card signed by some of the staff! That was so sweet of them! You need to make use of the valet service here unless you park at the structure in the Americana which is not free. Of course, you can park at the structure in the Glendale Galeria for free and it is not too far away! I highly recommend Bourbon Steak! It is well worth the price you pay! You can't get such quality ambience, service and food at many other places!
(5)
Lu Lu S.
Let me just start by my excitement about the Butterscotch Mcallan dessert! AMAZING! I'm not known to like dessert much but the waitress, Robyn, recommended this cup of goodness and WOW!!! It's a great balance of textures, smooth, silky, cold, sweet, tangy and crunch all in the same bite...hard to do but delicious! My raving about this dessert certainly shouldn't take away from the entire meal and the bourbon tasting that proceeded our meal. We got a dirty booth as our first impression of the restaurant but I'm glad we stayed and gave the food a try...definitely coming back.
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Eric C.
I've always wanted to try Michael Mina's steakhouse. After I found out there was one that's newly opened in Los Angeles, naturally, BF and I decided to come here for our anniversary celebration, what a treat it was!! First of all, the ambiance is jet impeccable. The service they offered was immaculate and personal!! From the moment we checked in, every staff members greeted us with "Happy Anniversary," BF and I were pleasantly surprised to received a signed happy anniversary card from all the staffs. Our server PJ was extremely attentive and knowledgable, he made all the wonderful suggestions about the appetizer, drinks, main course/meat selections, and desserts. Now, for the drinks, we ordered: Buck (Bourbon Steak's version of the Russian Mule, it's so light and refreshing,) Bourbon Cart (BF is a big fan of "Old Fashion," I suggested him to try their bourbons and even I was impressed with the three variations they served us.) Pinot Noir (oh my god, thanks to PJ's suggestion, this wine was so good! It went well with the lobster, steak, and the (bone marrow side dish.) For Appetizer, to my surprise, my BF ordered the $180 caviar. I was a bit apprehensive at first, my only experience with caviar was simply just saltiness. But the caviar was served with tiny little cakes, cream, finely chopped egg yolk/white, chives, and onion, all in the side. It was truly the best delicacy I've ever tasted! I don't know how the chemistry works, but the combination of the ingredients listed above really made my taste buds felt the richness and the creaminess of the caviar, it has to be tasted to believed! As for the entrees, we went for the Lobster Pot Pie (I don't understand how there can be any negative reviews about this dish, it's to die for: the presentation, the freshness, the creamy sauce, and more importantly, it was presented to us by a server who literally gets the plates setup fresh out of the pot onto your table!!!), Dry-Aged Rib Eye 18 Oz (it's deboned and sliced up, I ordinarily don't care for steaks, but seriously, even an amateur like me, can tell you this is awesome meat!!) and the Bone Marrow (this dish was actually prepared twice, because the chef wasn't happy with the first plate he cooked, so he prepped another plate for us. PERFECTION!!) For desserts, we went for Devil's Food (move away Susina, this peanut butter chocolate piece of heaven totally got yours beat!) and Pastry Case Bread Pudding (ice cream on top of caramelized banana and buttery rum sauce!!!) I truly feel bad for those who claimed they did not enjoy their visit of this fine dining experience. Other than what we had ordered, PJ brought us the complimentary duck fat fries and truffle rolls, each were equally unique and delicious. I strongly recommend you give Bourbon Steak a chance and come for a visit and you'll enjoy the greatness of this fine restaurant :)
(5)
Spotless T.
Where shall I begin.... We were acknowledged immediately upon arriving and seated right away. Our server, Peter, greeted me by name and was extremely courteous and knowledgeable with everything on the menu. Peter took us through most of the menu and made everything sound delicious. They actually offer Waygu beef from Japan and Australia! All meats are hormone free. I ordered the a rare bone in rib eye and it was cooked to perfection. My accompaniment was herb roasted bone marrow and crispy apple glazed Brussel sprouts that were to die for. At the end, Justin, the manager, came by to check in on us and provided us with additional information on what makes this restaurant unique. If you want to feel special and pampered while enjoying fresh seasonal delicious dishes, look no further! This is the place to be!!!
(5)
Benjamin S.
The wife and I came here for our anniversary dinner this year. The reviews were pretty mixed for Bourbon, but I really felt like indulging and so we came. As many have said, the restaurant is extremely pleasing to the eye. The gentle colors, refined wall mouldings, and lighting really set a pleasant dining atmosphere. It is a bit loud and we had to ask our server to repeat what he said a few times and I don't think he ever heard what my soft spoken wife said the first time. They had live music for part of the evening and this enhanced our dining experience so much that we were sad when they took a break and they put the psuedo lounge/new wave dance music back on. Not as charming as the jazz ensemble. Service was pretty amazing. I think roughly 15 people took care of us and waited on us hand and foot. Neat thing they've got going on with the bathrooms too. The food. They brought out the complimentary duck fat fries many have commented on and they were really good with the different dipping sauces. The truffle bun was also packed with flavor and so was our kale salad appetizer. The amuse bouche soup they brought out (I think potato and leek?) was served room temperature and was a good palate cleanser. The steak and asparagus were next and here's where I got a little sad. I didn't think the steak had much flavor. The texture was buttery and they cooked it to perfection, but the taste seemed absent. I ate about half of it as I was already pretty full and really wanted dessert. I opted for the pineapple coconut parfait and that was outstanding! I left feeling like we had a pleasant dinner, but still felt sad about the steak considering this was a steak house. The next day, I had my steak leftovers which usually steak doesn't carry over well the next day. Big surprise, this steak carried over very well, infact, I enjoyed it more the next day than I did at the restaurant. How could that be? I think what happened here, and judging from many reviews I've read, all the food you receive prior to the steak is so heavily flavored that it takes away from the steak. Had I not had the fries or the truffle bun, I think my tastebuds would have picked up more of the steak flavors. There are many dishes I'd like to come back and try so this will not be my only visit to Bourbon.
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Francine L.
I have been wanting to try this place out for a long time and I am soo disappointed that i even came here yesterday on Friday July 19,2014. I have to write this review immediately because I am just not sure if what had happened to me is normal or is this the style that they are using. Bourbon Steak looks like such a modern place with the furniture and the look. Right off the bat we had to wait 30 minutes for a table but when you look inside the whole seating area in the back was actually empty. They were sitting people only in the two front areas and not allowing anyone to sit on the patio which is super strange. The entrance way there aren't any chairs while you are waiting. So people are just standing and blocking the entrance way...ISNT this a FIREHAZARD?? Ok to our meal the server said she was going to get a pen and than she will be right back but instead a totally different server decided to take our menu and asked us for our drinks again. Sadly this was just a no go for me. After we ordered we asked our server if there was a DINE LA menu she said yes...but she still didn't give us one so we just freaking ordered from the regular menu. They took the wine glasses from the table but the bus boy had just put them on a few minutes ago. Service was just seriously not there. Our food took soo long I was honestly wondering if they had to kill the cow and start it from that point. When we got out steaks let me tell you they weren't at all good. The flavor was just not there and by the way the sauces are extra charge. The only thing good or semi alright about this place was the duck fat fries...but SERIOUSLY I will never go to this place again. Maybe I shouldn't have tried it for dinner but honestly this place is just plain not organized. The music switched from classical to crazy pumpin music every 45 minutes. I was starting to wonder if that person was just seriously on drugs.
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Christine T.
My girlfriends and I arrived for an early happy hour and while we had a very slow start, the service quickly turned excellent. We sat down for dinner and dove into the delicious warm rolls (was that a hint of sea salt on top?) and ordered another round of cocktails. Our server, PJ, was sweet and attentive. He helped us order a plethora of things: salads, hamburgers, filet, mac & cheese, crispy potatoes and broccoli. While my girlfriends thoroughly liked (not loved) their wedge salads, I adored my kale salad tossed in a greek yogurt dressing. My favorite side dish was the crispy potatoes and my favorite entree was the hamburger (I'm so into them right now!). The service was beyond perfect and not only met, but exceeded our expectations. Thank you to the chef who took it upon himself to send a replacement hamburger after he decided the one that was sent out wasn't the exact temperature we ordered!! We had not even noticed and to be honest, they were both delicious. Thank you Bourbon Steak and see you soon.
(5)
Adrienne W.
Excellent service with excellent food. The food was beyond tasty-I can't wait to go back. We celebrated our anniversary and even got free dessert! We got free valet, free fries, free bread and free dessert! I'm coming back for sure!!
(5)
Judy S.
Great food Outstanding service Wonderful dinner for tonight Highly recommend for dating and gathering Want to try their foie gras next time
********************* 1218 ********************** Who doesn't know who chef Michael Mina is, and more importantly his amazing team that has opened every single new restaurants for him the last few years. If you are a fan like me, dine at 95% of all his restaurants nationwide. You will get to see many familiar faces here at Bourbon Steak LA. Bourbon Steak LA is a modern American steakhouse, offers some classic dishes, utilizing the finest ingredients; dry aged beefs, Wagyu cuts, and some of fans favorites such as Truffle Mac & Cheese, Bone-in Rib Eye as well as chef Michael Mina's signature dishes such as Maine Lobster Pot Pie, table side Tuna Tartare, and a few more dishes with Asian influence. The 182-seats is bathed in dark leathers, rosewood, and lots of brushed metal, classic, elegant, contemporary and comfortable. The Patisserie is serving fresh pastries and Lamill coffee, the Piano Bar is a nice touch to this beautiful place, and the glamorous dining room offers tableside services including Japanese Whisky service, a shellfish cart , and a Dessert trolley. WINES: The wines list is beautifully crafted by Rtajat Parr, you will find a fine selectionof grand cru Burgundies and First Growth Bordeaux for the connoisseurs, with 20 plus wines by the glass. The cocktail list was smaller but juices are hand-squeezed daily, all spirit infusions are created by bartenders, all syrups & garnishes are prepared in house, that's amazing. HAPPY HOUR: 4-6 PM at the bar and lounge only, all items half-priced on the Bar & Lounge Menu. COCKTAILS: - LUCKY LINDY DOUBLE CROSS VODKA, ORANGE, APEROL KAFFIR LIME-HONEY, LIME - try this refreshing drink. - TABLESIDE BOURBON FLIGHT - enjoy a trio of America's own spirit, individually smoked table-side to accentuate each one's particular flavor profiles. FOOD: - MICHAEL'S TUNA TARTARE* ASIAN PEAR, PINE NUTS, SCOTCH BONNET, MINT, SESAME - table side service, always 1 of my favorites. - DUCK SPRING ROLLS GINGER-CHILI DIPPING SAUCE, MINT, CILANTRO - CERTIFIED BLACK ANGUS - PETITE FILET, perfectly cooked to perfection. - BLACK TRUFFLE MAC AND CHEESE - Bourbon Steak's signature dish. - NORTHERN PACIFIC BLACK COD - delicious as beautiful plating. - PAN CAKE - Similar to Vietnamese Banh Xeo - pancake stuffing with lobster, Uni and pork belly, so good. - MAINE LOBSTER POT PIE BRANDIED LOBSTER CREAM, MARKET VEGETABLES - chef Michael Mina's signature dish, a MUST ORDER! - DEVIL'S FOOD - DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT BUTTER, CHOCOLATE CREAM, for chocolate lover, this is a MUST TRY! - CANDY CART - DELECTABLE CANDIES & CONFECTIONS - you just have to order something for this cart because it's mouthwatering delicious. It's always good to take some to go with you right? Service was impeccable from the moment we arrived till we left. The staff was very attentive but not intrusive at all. The food brought out perfect timing between the dishes. We had a great time here. We also got lucky to see Ninja corporate chef Gary LaMorte in the kitchen, it's just simply awesome. My broski was over the moon to take a photo with chef. Thank you chef and GM Michael Main for taken good care of my family, as always. Bourbon Steak LA is a perfect spot to stop in between your shopping, happy hour, get together with your friends, special occasion or just for a date night. Congrats chef Michael Mina again and the opening team for an amazing job well done. See you real soon!
(4)
Athena W.
Let's start off with the service.... I felt like a Hollywood celebrity!! Absolutely stellar service!!! The executive chief came to our table and inquired about our meals!! I have been to many 4 and 5 star restaurants and this is not a normal thing! The atmosphere was so comfortable and classy without that snobby feel. And the food... Heavenly... From the thick cut bacon on the Iceberg wedge to the truffle Mac my mouth was throughly entertained! We had the Lobster Pot Pie, an absolute must, the presentation rivals a Vegas show and the taste better than any lobster I've had. I ordered the filet, it was perfectly cooked and seasoned correctly! Every review that complained about the steak not being anything special must have been an Outback regular. If you appreciate quality and cut then you understand how it should be properly prepared! The Truffle Mac could easily be its own main dish, my grandmother may kill me for saying this, but it was the best Mac I have had in my entire life! Dessert was phenomenal, I highly recommend trying ANY of them!! Over all five stars is not enough for this fabulous restaurant!!
(5)
Yun L.
Slam dunk on the lamb burger. It's a draw to have $20 lunch deal on weekday. The octopus appetizer and the lobster pot pie are to die for. Good interior design with solid customer service.
(5)
Diana M.
what I ate: duck rolls, truffle donuts, goat cheese pasta app, rib eye medium rare, truffle Mac n cheese. what I thought: food was delicious, not too heavy on sauces, steak cooked perfectly, sommelier recommended a beautiful Bordeaux style red ( I forgot the name of it!) with our meal. I love going to new restaurants and this place already has all of their ducks in a row. The general manager, Mike came over to introduce himself and check on us and he was extremely professional and knowledgeable as was the rest of the staff. This place will quickly become a go-to for elegant dining ( special occasions or business meals) complete with a well run kitchen/bar, great wine selection, top of the line decor, and excellent staff.
(5)
R C.
The food was alright. Definitely overpriced. For its price it should've been more spectacular. But it was just very....alright. The waiters and waitresses are nice; however, the service is very slow. VERY slow. For my friend's appetizer, it took more than 40 minutes to show. My mac & cheese, never came. My other friend's drink also never showed up. The waitress later apologized for that when I brought it up, but nothing more was done. They also didn't know who ordered what, when bringing the food over. It is kind of expected for this expensive restaurant. Please get better.
(2)
Jon S.
Great service, nice ambiance, food was mediocre. For $$400 (with tip) for a party of four ( we did have about 6 drinks), I would have expected the food to be phenomenal. The skirt steak I got was sent back (tasted old, under-seasoned, and poor sear) but it was replaced by a rib-eye for no charge (good service). The rib eye was good, but NOT melt-in-your-mouth good, like most $50 steaks would be. We ordered a donut for desert that was the texture and taste of a wetzel pretzel. In fact, I think they used pretzel dough. The Mac and cheese was good, but overcooked pasta. Overall, they may still be working out the kinks, but I probably wouldn't go back.
(3)
Patrick M.
I consistently cook far better steaks at home than the $60 banquet hall steak I got at this place, the second star is only for the decent service and drinks, food was a joke.
(2)
Michelle N.
Their happy hour is great. M-F until 6pm. Their truffle mac n cheese is crazy good! The bartender is a sweetheart and mixes great cocktails.
(4)
Dan K.
Food was ok. Service was nice. Portions are a joke. 38$ filet a 4 year old would leave hungry. Sorry but I will stick to Houston's.
(2)
Tu N.
complimentary duck fat fries and truffle bun amuse bouche were good. we shelled out $200 (including tip) for a birthday dinner, and they didn't even comp us a dessert or anything. we each had two cocktails. cocktails were very good. steaks (ribeye and the garlic sirloin) were good. creamed spinach and truffle mac and cheese were good. but nothing was "omg to die for" and for the price we paid, i would have expected more. service was great - they weren't too busy on a late saturday night. i'll probably only come back for happy hour, since that seems reasonably priced.
(3)
Andrea K.
One of the best dining experiences I've had in a really long time!! From the amazing drinks to the amazing food, I just couldn't get enough!!! The staff was amazing and treated us like queens! Cannot wait to go back!
(5)
Stephanie S.
So this place gets 4 stars for the food only. We were there last night, as an impromptu dinner. I know we weren't dressed for a steakhouse (just came from being out in the sun all day), but I didn't expect that level of service. It seems like everyone that wasn't dressed up was placed in the bar area while people "better looking" were put into the dinning room. It was interesting to watch this happen. Our waitress seemed bothered and depressed. For $130 dinner for two I expected a little service and smile?! This resulted in 10% tip only. This lady needs to learn that just because someone is dressed down doesn't mean they can't afford the food. The food was the only good part of the night.
(4)
Lelean B.
Loved the ambiance! The food was delicious, staff was super friendly and the drinks were amazing. Would definitely recommend!
This is hands down the best Steak House in the LA area. I drove all the way from Santa Barbara to celebrate my five year anniversary and I was looking for a restaurant that can keep up with my high expectations, where I could feel pampered and taste some real good food. Chef Mina and his talented team did not disappoint at all. Justin the Manager was fantastic; he has very gracious manners with his guests and understands the importance of being an elegant yet not stiff in the room, he is frendly, with exceptional knowledge of the restaurant and great ambassador of Chef Mina. Being inside the room, feels like being inside a swiss watch, every person (server, busser, manager, sommelier ) walk around with a purpose and they all look very confident of their job. The food portion of this experience reminded me of a very important concept, use only the very best ingredients and do not choose second quality ingredients; here you can find every type of wagyu from Japan to Australia, the Michael Mina Lobster Pot Pie, even a simple tomato salad tasted like a millions bucks tomato salad. It is easy to notice that they only use nothing but the best ingredient only!!! I swear I would pay that tomato salad $ 50.00 if I have to, as long as it is made Michael Mina style! It was absolutely the very best I had and being Italian that says a lot about my knowledge of tomatoes! If you are passionate about food and understand very good food, do yourself a favour an visit this restaurant, it is worth every penny. Go Go Burbon Steak Team!!!
(5)
Gary G.
This is my first review. We had such an amazing time at Bourbon Steak, I figured this would be a good time to start sharing my experiences. We were seated pretty quickly. The service is phenomenal! Our server was extremely attentive to our needs and went out of her way to check on how we were doing. We started with the Tuna Tartare and the Duck Spring Rolls. The tuna tartare was amazing. The presentation is so beautiful and the tuna and the sauce come together really well. The rolls had that perfect crunch and sauce made the rolls much more enjoyable. I had the dry aged ribeye. Asked for medium rare, as I like a lot of red inside, and it was cooked to perfection. So tender and so flavorful. We also ordered the Crispy red snapper with coconut. To die for! The creamed spinach was really good, but can only make it number two on my list of creamed spinach experiences. HAHA While I am not a fan of mushrooms, she ordered the mushroom risotto. Risotto is something that can be bad if made incorrectly and she loved it. I even tried a taste and like it. Of course, the highlight was the bone marrow. Plenty of marrow, that is seasoned, soft, and easy to remove. I demand complete silence when eating marrow as I do not want to be distracted in any way. Overall, a great experience. Give it a try you won't regret it.
(5)
Peter V.
My Wife and I went here for our 3 year anniversary. First of all the service was Five Stars all the way. Every staff member was helpful and kind. Our Server Giuseppe treated us with so much care and respect. And the food was EXQUISITE! I would like to say Thank You to the Staff at Bourbon Steak Los Angeles (Glendale) for a Perfect Evening and Experience.
(5)
Gibson B.
We will definitely come back for drinks and appetizer. Our server was very helpful and knowledgeable.
(4)
Mary-anne N.
Horrible experience. Waited 35mins for our main course to arrive then to our surprise the food they served us was cold. My husband could only eat a couple of bites from his steak and gave up. Our server was trying to cover up and offer to take care of our appetizers but told her I need to talk to her supervisor. Will never go back!!!!
(1)
Mary K.
Tried this place for the first time, finally! Okay so this was our experience: tried the baby scallops and grilled octopus as appetizers- they were "okay" the grilled octopus was a bit too rubbery and not grilled enough. I wouldn't recommend the baby scallops they weren't very flavorful. So for the main course we got the lobster pot pie to share. I'm glad we shared cuz it was a big portion. Honestly it tasted good but the cream was heavy and bit salty for me. I probably wouldn't order it again. Prices are what u would expect from a place like this. So now for the service part- it was good. At first the waitress was like "oh we are out of this and this and that" I was like "oh great the one night we wanna try this place you are out of everything". Then she accidentally dropped the dirty fork (had cream on it) on my sweater and she apologized. I was hoping she would at least comp my tea or dessert for that but she didn't. All in all it was a good place but won't be returning for a while.
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Aelita A.
Very elegant dining place and a very fancy place! I love their new york strip steak! It is amazing and delicious! Wonderful place to have dinner with your family!
(5)
Teri G.
I give this restaurant a less than "ok" because it was fine. But for the price, fine is not good enough. This is not a steak house. If you want a great steak, I would go elsewhere. Both my husband and I love a great steak, he ordered the NY and I had the Filet. Seasoning on the filet was just okay, there was no good char that makes a steak scrumptious. No sizzling steak or hot plate that I expect. The NY was chewy and had fat along the side. The sauce that came w/the Filet was delicious. The bread was a simple roll that was okay but not even close to what other steak houses give you. We were given "free" french fries at the beginning but they were simply fries, nothing special. I would not return. They may do the special dinners better, but steaks were a disappointment.
(2)
Mark R.
Not only was it the best steak I have ever eaten, but it ranks in the top 5 of restaurant meals I have ever eaten. Flawless service, great cocktails and ohhh that steak, Australian wagyu strip steak. Amazing flavor and perfectly cooked. It is truly a money be damned, maybe once in a lifetime splurge but it is so worth it.
(5)
John K.
Went to Bourbon for my birthday after many months of anticipation as we are fans of Michael Mina and loved the fact that he was opening a premium steakhouse so close to our home in Glendale. Our anticipation was tempered somewhat by all of the mixed reviews we read about the service as well as the food, but some reviews were complaints about how their medium-well ribeye came out well done (you lose credibility with me if you go buy a $60 steak at a prime steakhouse and ask to have it cooked medium-well). So we went in with an open mind, hoping but not expecting to be wowed. Pros: Seated fairly promptly with our week in advance reservation in hand. Con: Despite a week in advance reservation and a note that it was a birthday celebration, we were seated in the cramped enclosed patio area near the entrance by the coffee bar. To be fair, we did not ask to be re-seated and I don't know if they would have accommodated. But given that in this cramped area there was a spilled drink on a patron at another table, a dropped tray and a re-shuffling of chairs required to have them perform their bourbon flight service, it was extremely cramped there. Big Con: At 8pm on a Saturday night, they were all out of the Australian Wagyu Tomahawk ribeye for two. Which was pretty much the primary piece we were planning our meal around for days. The waitress said she was "pretty sure" they were out. Had to ask her to go confirm, which she did, and they were. She tried to explain how the Porterhouse for two was very similar to the Wagyu Tomahawk ribeye and I didn't bother to explain that a Wagyu ribeye and domestic porterhouse are way different steaks. We were disappointed, but not bitter about this. We had to rethink our order so we asked for a couple minutes and placed our appetizer and drink order first. Pro: The appetizers and drinks came out in good time and they had tasty cocktails. The Asian manager tended to the bourbon flight which was very ceremonious and interesting. He also gave a reasonable explanation as to why the Tomahawk ribeye was out so early in the service. Evidently, these steaks are so rare, each of Mina's restaurants are only able to get about 10 per evening. So they sell out fast. In which case, maybe it should be featured as a special instead of a main menu item? Anyway, had the waitress given that explanation, it would have been appreciated. Con: Having finished our cocktails and appetizers, it occurred to us that our waitress never came back to check in or take our dinner order. Had to flag her down to do so. Pro: The complimentary duck fat fries were good. The Hamachi Poppers were pretty good. Chopped yellowtail on top of crispy rice, though the tuna ones were not as good. The Kushi Oysters were good and properly shucked (except for one, which was still connected to the shell) and the cocktail/mignonette sauces were good. Lobster Pot Pie, was very good. Nice presentation. Whole cut up lobster inside the pie. Pro/Con: For our steak, we ordered the porterhouse for two, asked for it medium rare, but closer to rare (I say that to ensure that if they err on the temperature, we'd rather they erred on the under than over). Usually don't have to do this at a true steakhouse, but we were spooked by the reviews we had read. The steak came out more rare than medium-rare, which is what we instructed, so they know how to cook a steak to the right temp. But it was really under-seasoned and bland. We had to ask for salt. The Lobster potato puree was pretty good, but super (too??) lobstery without very much lobster meat. I liked the jalapeno creamed corn. The truffle roll was very buttery and good, but I did not taste any hint of truffle there. Cons: A lot of informal chit-chatting among the wait staff and assistant managers in and around the patrons in the seating area. Not a big deal, but it reminded me of a Cheesecake Factory. Overheard our waitress explaining to another table how the NY Strip and ribeye were similar steaks (they are not). They were nice enough to give me a signed card wishing me a happy birthday when I sat down, but it was the first time I've ever been denied some kind of birthday sweet at this level of restaurant (even a cookie or a scoop of ice-cream at the end of dinner would have been a nice gesture). Based on our waitress's performance that night, it could have simply been an oversight. Overall, Bourbon tries to provide a high-end steakhouse experience, but the service is not at that level yet and the food is only adequate, but not exceptional. That is OK if you are a $30 steakhouse, but not when you are charging the premium they do. Very sad to say, not worth the money here. We had to find out for ourselves hoping for the best, but can't justify spending that kind of money there when there are so many other places that do it right at that price. They might get there someday, but not there yet.
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Emily B.
The word that best describes my experience dining at Bourbon Steak last night is art. My family, best friend, and I had a reservation for 7:30 that evening, to celebrate my mother's birthday. We arrived a few minutes early and the cheerful hostess, Janell (sp?) seated us promptly. Then the show really started. We were seated at a table near the middle of the dining room. As we sat down, our waitress asked if we wanted black napkins or if the white was fine. We all agreed the white napkins were fine, which she then placed folded in our laps. This was unexpected and something I found to be incredibly classy. Then the whiskey tasting came. My goodness, this was a beautiful presentation given by one of their sommeliers, Will. He poured three different bourbons, but then infused smoke of cinnamon, orange peel, and a sugar cube; one for each of the different liquors. If you can, I recommend you do the bourbon cart, it is as delicious as well as highly impressive, especially if you like bourbon! During the bourbon cart presentation, our waitress brought our table their three flavors of duck fat french fries: pickle spice, parmesan, and pastrami, with three distinct dipping sauces. These were delicious! They offered cocktails, which were also wonderful! My sister had a watermelon drink, which is apparently a new addition to their menu. My best friend got a dirty martini, and I got their LA Sour. All of which were enjoyed and delicious! My father had had a sazerac when we had gone to New Orleans, but did not like it. When Michael the GM asked my father if he would like to try theirs, my father told him his experience in NOLA, Michael convinced my father to try their and it was delicious, and no we were not charged for that either, which was incredibly generous. At this time we also indulged in some of their bread. You do have to ask for it, but it is fired in the oven before being brought to the table. Everyone at the table got their own roll. The bread was very soft, buttery, and was the perfect balance of yeast to truffle ratio. Delicious! We ended up getting some oyster shooters as well as their shrimp, the tuna tartare and their impressive lobster pot pie. The seafood was incredibly prepared, very flavorful, clean, and delicious. The tuna tartare is prepared table side, which was fun! It was also very flavorful and delicious. The lobster pot pie is a must get as well. They use a philo crust instead of the traditional pie crust. The presentation was flawless and incredibly impressive. You must experience it yourself! Words, video, and pictures don't do it justice! At this point, Will had come back and made a wine suggestion, which was phemonenal with our meals! Then came the main event. My best friend got the chicken, my sister got the burger, my father got the rib cap, my mother got the filet minion, and I got the bevet steak. Wow. This was such an incredible meal! All of our meals were cooked just as we had asked for them to be, plus we ended up trying all of their side dishes too. If you get one of their steaks, you should definitely get at least one side to share. The vegetables were cooked impeccably, which not many places are able to do very well it would seem, the lobster mashed potatoes were creamy, smooth and rich, the truffle mac and cheese was quite good, the cheese sauce is on the thiner side, but you can taste the truffle and it is heavenly. Now for dessert! They've got a nice, simple dessert menu that is delicious. We all split the toffee dessert (the name escapes me at the moment), and the bread pudding. Also we did get a crunch bar and a few coconut macaroons from their "treat trolley". So delicious! We also indulged in their coffee, which is smooth and excellent as well. This is an exceptional place. If you are looking for a place to have a relaxing, elegant, but not stuffy, delicious evening, go here! The staff is wonderful. Despite other reviews our experience was so pleasant. Despite our being seated at a table, it really felt like we were in our own little bubble, and hardly noticed the other guests. We were not rushed, items were brought out in a timely, professional manner. The food was artfully displayed, plated, and prepared to an almost perfect state. The service staff was polite, quick, and attentive to our needs and didn't hover or rush us. The management is excellent. They too are polite, delightful, and personable. I sincerely cannot wait to come back to Bourbon Steak. It was an incredible experience, and well worth the price. The quality is wonderful! Make a reservation now!
(5)
Rachel M.
The decor is nice, the chairs are nice, and the staff is nice. The food is good but I was not impressed. I got the filet mignon, medium rare and it was definitely tender but i feel that it was overcooked for medium rare at a nice steakhouse. It did have a nice sear on it though. I also got the creamed spinach - they were pretty good but not the best i've tasted. Both the filet and the spinach were just under room temperature so i felt that they should have been served a little warmer. i tried my friend's lobster mashed potatoes and it was disgusting. it was cold and mealy and i couldnt bare to take another bite to even figure out how to describe it any better. The wine was good and the waiter made great suggestions - definitely did his job on upselling. My friend got the black truffle mac and cheese and she said it was overly salty, and 2 other friends commented on how their food was over salted - we were a group of 9. I feel that this is trying to be a nice steakhouse but their food isnt on par with the prices that they charge. i would much rather go to Morton's, Flemming's, or Mastro's Yes they were expensive but that is expected for a steakhouse - i just wish the food wow'ed me. 2 of my friends who were with us greatly enjoyed their meals though
(2)
Bb M.
From the moment the duck fat fries are placed on your table it's nothing in short of amazing. The fries are cooked to perfection. Each set of fries paired with its own special sauce. We started off with the freshest oysters you can find and of course you can't go wrong with the MM tuna tartar. The tuna, Asian pear, pine nuts and sesame perfectly mixed together to just melt in your mouth. For our entrees the dry aged ribeye cooked to a perfect medium rare and the red snapper a must if you prefer fish. For our sides Jesse recommended the asparagus, mushrooms and the mac n cheese. I'm not a fan of mac n cheese so was hesitant but once I had a taste I couldn't get enough. The hint of truffle and cheese was so light yet so flavorful. I can't explain the amazing flavors from the mushrooms that just enhanced the entire meal. Asparagus was also cooked to the perfect crunchiness and seasoned just right. We're huge dessert fans so we ordered one of everything. Strawberry cheesecake, carrot cake (this was my favorite), salted caramel tart and a selection of cookies. Amazing way to end the meal.
(5)
Elfa M.
I would of given this place 5 stars cuz the filet mignon was one of the best steaks I've ever had but the reason for my 3 stars is that the customer service was slow.. Our waitress wouldn't come check on us we had to literally waive our hands or somehow get her attention which was pretty annoying ... I'll probably go back and give them another chance and who know just maybe we might get a better waiter this this .. Oh and I forgot to mention they validate for valet which is a bonus.
(3)
B.P. R.
Not great at all, Come on Michael Mina, get on top of things!! 240.00 for 4 people and the steaks tasted and looked like Ralph's Market?? Anyway, the side dish had enough SALT, that you could salt 20 more dishes with it, and then we ask for Steak sauce and they bring a spoon-full cup of some lousy sauce for $2.00, come on guys!!!! And the best part, every time a host pasted behind us, they would throw cutlery into a holding area by the front door, not very professional!!!
(1)
E T.
Finally. A wonderful, first-class steakhouse right in our own neighborfood! No need to make that drive to Mastro's, CUT or Boa. Bourbon Steak is superior. Everything was perfect, from the stunning interior, the impeccable service, the dramatic meal presentation, and -- more importantly, to the the food. We ordered the prime ribeye and flat iron steak, both of which were impressive, flavorful and came out perfectly medium rare. Our sides of asparagus and morel mushrooms were well-seasoned and went so well with our steaks. It was all so filling, we just didn't have room for dessert. However, we'll be back many, many more times. After all, it's just a ten minute drive from our home. :) Grade=A++
(5)
Mariana M.
I dislike giving a restaurant 3 or less stars, but here is why... We had reservations at Bourbon 7:30 and arrived there at 7:27 and were seated after five minutes. My husband and I both decided on two appetizers: the Baby wedge lettuce salad and the shabu shabu. The salad was good which appeared 20 minutes after we ordered it and then until 830 we were waiting for our second appetizer. I mean we waited 55 minutes from the time that we placed out order of both appetizers. Already being disappointed how slow everything was, and I mean not 10 to 15 minutes but with almost an hour delay, we told our server to cancel the order since we were already supposed to receive our entrees (wagyu burgers) but she insisted on bringing it out right away. Sure they wouldn't want to lose a 2 ounce order of an appetizer which came out to be 58 dollars approximately. That's not the issue though, the broth was super salty which almost burned my lips from saltiness. Then after 10 minutes we finally got our entrees, which my husband barely had room to finish since with so many delays you get full off of even tiny finger foods. Our server probably felt bad offering us to go dessert, but I'm sorry a restaurant like that should have no doubt an impeccable service at all times. In fact it was nt even a weekend for me to somewhat understand, it wasn't that busy and they had no reason to bring an appetizer 55 minutes after we placed the order. Will I be back? Probably not after having experienced restaurants with incredible food and outstanding service. I wonder if we got a tasting menu how long of an experience would that be, I would assume about 5 to 6 hours. Good luck!
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Jonathan I.
My wife and I went here rather spontaneously, on a rare Saturday night we had a babysitter. As an LA native, I should know better than to wander in to a place like bourbon steak at 8:30 without reservations hoping to be seated right away. The bar however was full menu, open seating, and had ample space for the two of us. They started us with a complimentary truffle bun and duck fat fries with three different dipping sauces which were all quite tasty. I ordered the Skirt steak cooked medium (which came medium rare) and my wife ordered the roast chicken. Both were delicious. The star of the meal for me was the Chinese long beans with 5 treasures. This side dish is a stir fry mix of green beans, fermented black beans, mushrooms, eggplant, peppers?, and something else. It was amazing. The service was top notch and I would describe the ambiance as upscale rustic. The piano player was also quite enjoyable. All in all it was an expensive meal but an enjoyable experience.
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G K.
Food was ok. The drinks were great. I would go back for their happy hour. The happy hour menu sounded pretty good.
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Janet G.
In short, this is a great new restaurant to throw in your bucket list! Michael Mina does it again! Went with several friends over the weekend and enjoyed a wonderful array of tasty and well-presented dishes. We shared several dishes and swooned over the duck fat fries, truffle mac and chees, shrimp with asparagus, roasted eggplant with avocado dip, and the bourbon steak dry aged cote de boeuf! Lots of pictures on the page already, so take a look! Staff was curtious, well-presented, knowledgable, friendly and very classy. Mike, I think one of the managers, came by to check on us several times and introduce us to their lovely specialties. Very accomodating and overall helpful on recommendations. Great ambiance! Must try, and will certainly be visiting again! Make reservations, or eat at the bar! A little bit of a splurge, but well worth it!
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Louie S.
Amazing restaurant, by far the best ever to be in Glendale. Came to a tasting last week and had the lobster corn dogs, ahi tuna tartare, and bacon cheeseburger. Finished it off with a selection of desserts and I'll definitely be back soon.
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Karolin S.
I know this place just opened but there is no excuse for the bad experience we had since they have other restaurant and locations of this steakhouse. Once we seat down it took someone 15 minutes to give our menu and then another 15 minutes to take our order. We get that at a steakhouse you probably end up spending about 2 hours dinning which is fine. We were at that point just trying to enjoy the atmosphere given the place had a nice decor and live music, which was nice. But that is where the good stuff ended. We ordered different items to try. When our food arrived, my filet was the worst I have ever eaten or not eaten since I returned it. I am a huge steak fan and have eaten at a lot of steakhouses, but to say that this steak tasted like an old dirty sock would be close to the horrible taste in my mouth from the first and last bit I took. The only thing good was the fries and the oysters. Besides that my husband's steak was fair at best. Salad and sides nothing special. The bartender also does not know how to make drinks since we ordered a dirty martini and what we got was nothing but, so that had to go back. For our great dinning experience at the Bourbon Steak I ended up having oysters and fries. Needless to say I went home hungry and that never happens at a steakhouse. Now if you want a great new hot spot that also just recently opened try Rare by Drai now that is a steakhouse with great food, drinks and atmosphere.
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Kyle R.
Time for the annual birthday steak dinner for my husband. I was originally going to go somewhere else when a coworker mentioned to me that there were new restaurants at the Americana at Brand. A quick Google revealed that famed chef Michael Mina had just opened a branch of his Bourbon Steak chain at the mall, and with a name like that, how could I pass it up! Plus I've heard great things about Michael Mina, so this would be a good opportunity to give him a try. For our appetizer we decided to go with the tuna tartare which is assembled tableside traditionally with a quail egg; however, quail is a "forbidden food" so we asked our server to substitute with a chicken egg. It might have changed the taste a little, but I'm not sure how. The plate comes with the diced tuna shaped in a circle and the accouterments on the side, but before you know it, its all mixed together and then shaped like a heart. It took me a second to remember that the diced white pieces were pear and not onion, as that would have been overwhelming. The dish was perfect and was served with the right amount of toast points. One of the unique aspects of Bourbon Steak is their bourbon cart. The sommelier comes by and serves a trio of bourbons smoked tableside to accentuate ones particular flavor profiles. When I first read that description I thought the smoking was particular to the individual diner, but its more about finding a flavor that will accentuate the bourbon. Each flavor accentuator is smoked into the glass before the ounce of bourbon is added. Tonight's trio were Rittenhouse Rye with Cinnamon, Elijah Craig with Star Anise, and Larceny with Orange and Lemon Peel. As the drinks were for my husband, I can only tell you what he said which was that it was amazing how the smoke had accentuated the flavor of the bourbon, but he wasn't sure that it made enough of a difference. Honestly, I think he was just excited to get to try three other bourbons. For our salad course my husband selected the beets. I got an opportunity to taste a golden beet, and it was as good as it should be. I went with the garden kale salad, which is traditionally served with blue cheese, but I asked to be served without as blue cheese does not like me. I'm honestly not sure what the chips on top were. The salad was good, but honestly too large as I found myself tiring of eating kale. I wasn't sure what to order as I wasn't in the mood for steak and our server made the lamb sound so tasty, I couldn't refuse. She said it was actually the dish that she recommends to foodies. The dish is made up of two lamb chops, a lamb cigar, and lamb tongue. The tongue was interesting, and I think, quite possibly, the first tongue I have ever eaten. It was small, but I shared it with my husband. The lamb cigar was heavenly. It was, I believe, lamb shank rolled in a phyllo dough and fried. And, of course, the lamb chops were heavenly, though I had to bring the bones home in order to get all of the goodness off the bone instead of embarrassing my husband in the restaurant. One of the specials that night was an American Wagyu Rib Cap. My husband has loved this cut of meat ever since he first experienced it at Gordon Ramsay's Steak at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas. He said it was exceptional. For sides my husband selected the lobster whipped potato. This picture was taken after my husband served himself a spoonful. I'm not sure if it was intentional or not, but the whipped potato was looser than one would expect. It was quite gloopy which you can sort of tell from the aftermath of a serving in the picture below. Also, I didn't notice much lobster. The flavor was good, but not what I would think of when ordering whipped potatoes. For the vegetable he selected the Delta Asparagus, I think because he was curious what the seven treasures were. He said the seasoning reminded him of something he would have gotten out of the freezer section of the grocery store. I have to disagree with him as I thought it was fantastic. One of the seven treasures is I believe a Chinese sausage cut thinly, but honestly I'm not certain. Dessert was a difficult decision to make, but ultimately we selected the bread pudding. The bananas didn't seem very caramelized, but I'm not complaining. The bread pudding was the perfect consistency, and not very sweet, making the buttered rum sauce the perfect compliment. Bourbon Steak was the perfect restaurant for my husband's birthday dinner, and I can't wait to go back again and this time, try the steak myself! More reviews at count4food.blogspot.com
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Wulf D K.
We went there with four people and the whole experience was amazing! Great atmosphere, friendly and very attentive personnel and every single dish was outstanding!!! Oysters and heirloom tomato salad absolutely fresh and delicious, porterhouse steak and Australian Wagyu steaks stunning and prepared to the point. Very creative desserts - savory!! Great wine list and competent advice from the sommellieuse. OK, it's pricey - but everything was first class!!! We are definitely coming back!
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Sam W.
If I could, I would give them a .5 because according to the reviews their food is good. But I didn't even get a chance to try it. We had reservations for dinner and the people in the front really don't know what they're doing. They were acting like we owed them something instead of being gracious we were about to spend 500 dollars on dinner. So we left. Someone send me a message when they change their whole front staff.
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Via I.
I'm sad to say this but I am noticing inconsistencies with the dining experience. The first time I visited Bourbon Steak, I remember the food and the service was better. Now I see where some of the bad reviews were coming from. The service can be slow, the next time that we came back we hardly saw our waiter, you see a lot of busy bodies but most of them are not doing their tasks effectively. I had to ask different people for ice/ refills because there were a lot of people hustling about and we couldn't find our waiter. I was sure that I was handed the wrong kind of steak because I ordered the bourbon garlic sirloin before and I even had pictures to prove it. The food runner had to double check with the chef, the waiter wasn't sure whether I got the right kind of steak. I told him that the steak that I ordered before did not have any bone to it. I guess my point is, some of the staff don't even know their menu! I understand that good food takes a while to cook but every little delay in certain things like getting your check, waiting for your credit card back etc... adds up to your time there. It's a hit or miss for this spot. As I said in my previous review, I don't mind paying for good food and service as long as I am happy. To be honest, this place hasn't really made my dining experience happy lately.
(3)
Eternal B.
Stopped in on Saturday afternoon, our bartender, Theo was more than knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. We had the Steak Burger, which was very good and accompanied by Duck Fat fries. Both were very rich. The 2 Star rating comes from Michael Mina's signature dish, the Tuna Tartar. This dish should be removed from the menu. With all of the different flavors that are presented on the plate, not a single one of them had any flavor at all. The couple sitting next to us also ordered it and looked at us to share blank stares and amazement at how pathetic this fish was. Also, the pickle was bad. For $75 including tip, this restaurant is a joke.
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Joselle D.
great food, great service.
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Ron P.
best on an expense account - you won't think too much about it and just enjoy the decadence and the spurge. the room is lovely and well appointed. the ridiculously good cuts of meat are perfect and pricy
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Jess G.
I love this place! Awesome food, awesome drinks, awesome ambiance! Had the tuna and hamachi poppers and they were amazing!! Oh and the spicy drink was my favorite!
(5)
Shaun W.
This wasn't a bad place. Just a total rip-off. I'm down with paying for good food and leaving hungry ... But this place was underwhelming. The tuna tartare was $19 and was not that good. I've had much better at the local peasant for half the price. We also ordered the red snapper and the fish sucked. It was dry, over-cooked and very very small. The shrimp fried rice was good but it was over in two bites. $35 for two bites of dry fish. We did order a tuna popper situation. That was really good ... But not worth the $19 for a small piece of rice with spicy tuna. You could do better at any sushi restaurant almost. Bottom line this place really takes advantage of the fact that it's the only "high end" steakhouse in the glendale area and is a total rip. You could go to any Beverly Hills steak house pay less or just as much and get awesome food. What a disappointment.
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Rayma H.
Expectations were high, but left very disappointed! Food quality good, but everything needed more seasoning and was not up to par! For example, the wedge salad had one feeble little cube of bacon, was light on blue cheese and salad dressing...tuna sashimi a little fishy and lacked the punch of sashimi in a good sushi Restaurant! Our filet mignon was a wonderfully tender, but really needed salt or something We left feeling quite underwhelmed and our bill was over $300... However, the service was excellent and the restaurant was elegant!
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Jolie B.
Couldn't wait to try this place! I went for lunch and tried the kale salad, duck spring rolls, and the steak burger. The salad and spring rolls were very good. The steak burger which came highly recommended by the waitress was just ok. What a let down. The restaurant is absolutely gorgeous. I do want to come back and have a steak. Oh and the desserts in the case looked amazing. The service was good. Side note for mothers with young children, if you need to change a diaper you'd have to leave the restaurant. Not a big deal because I wasn't expecting a place like this to have a changing station, but Americana really prides itself on being a baby friendly place. Would it kill you to install a changing station in the handicap stall? I mean, you offer booster chairs and high chairs. I'm tempted to just put the baby on an empty table and changing him there next time.
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Elliott D.
Ordered my NYS medium rare, and it came well done (similar to my friend's filet). We sent them both back, and his came back rare/MR and mine came back well done.
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Larry B.
You know how once in a while you have a meal you keep thinking about. This was one of those. Had a fish that was potato crusted sea bass (something close to that) it was amazing. The entrees are things you've never heard but everything was fantastic. Even had a butterscotch desert that I posted a picture of because it was so good. We had about 5 people waiting on us and we drank and eat way too much, but what a nice meal. I would say pricey but really worth it.
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Ben G.
Went here for the first time last Easter Sunday, the food was great , we had a good and very attentive server.. The place overall needs more life , It felt like I'm not in a supposedly high-end place. It needs color, it seems like I'm only seeing black and white. I'll be back for sure maybe to try dinner next time .
(4)
Sev S.
There was so much hype about this place. Unfortunately it did not deliver. It has a good atmosphere but the price is seriously outrageous for the quality you get. I go to steakhouses often; some around Glendale and Burbank and some in more posh places like Beverly Hills, and even those posh places have lower prices and much better quality of meat than this spot. The best tasting dish I got here were the fries. That tells you something. Lower prices or drastically increase quality and tenderness is my suggestion.
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CM S.
I was drawn to Bourbon Steak because a Rundown article mentioned the restaurant would have piano players nightly and when I checked it out they did not disappoint! I went on a Saturday night when the Loston Harris Trio was there and the atmosphere was absolutely perfect. Exactly what I miss from the jazzy Bay Area piano bars and completely romantic for a date you want to impress. On top of that our waitress was top notch-- friendly, funny and knowledgeable about the menu, food preparation and the restaurant and she stopped by just enough to ensure we didn't feel abandoned. I also described the kind of wine I like to her and asked for a recommendation and the sommelier picked something that I absolutely loved. Kudos on the service! The food was great as well. We were surprised with two complimentary "treats" (1) a trio of fries and dipping sauces and (2) truffle rolls. Both treats were a nice yummy surprise. For dinner I had the skirt steak and the black truffle mac & cheese. The steak was delicious and was prepared perfectly. However, the mac & cheese was super salty. I could only eat a few bites because the salt was so overwhelming. My friend had the crispy-skin red snapper and she said it was very delicious. We split a chocolate devils food cake (can't remember what it was called) for dessert that was both moist and rich. We also had the house coffee which was just meh. Overall I really enjoyed my dining experience at Bourbon Steak and look forward to going back again soon.
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Jalal T.
Overall the food was good and the service was fine, though the waiter never smiled, but very disappointed they didn't tell you that sodas were not on free refill. Every time my drink will get lo the waiter would ask would like a new one never mentioning that I am going to get charged $3.5 per small glass. End of the dine I got charged $20 for drinking sodas my wife and I. Felt like I was abused. Probably won't go back.
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Sarah H.
We wen there with group of friends, very cool place. Our waiter was very nice and took his time to answer our questions and our orders came exactly the way we wanted. Wait time was a little longer than we expected but we had fun and had time to talk to each other before our food was ready. They are a little pricey but once in a while doesn't hurt to indulge :)!
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M E.
after a week of thinking about my experience, I am downgrading to 2 starts. It just wasn't that good. Sorry guys. Hmmmmm, not sure what to think after my business lunch. Aesthetic and vibe very nice. I like the decor, it looks and feels high end and fun. Great looking bar area and a piano for evening music clearly. I would have a drink if I some how ended up in Glendale again but I think only with my boys, not my wife. Food, it was okay. Not great, not bad. Just okay. Truth be told I was kind of hungry 30 minutes later and had a bag of chocolate chip cookies from my office. Is that a good sign? Not sure.... Server: he was okay, nothing special. in a high end restaurant should my waiter have on two huge fake diamond earrings on? seems kind of low brow to me, would I see that at Mastro's????I don't recall. Neither here nor there but it stuck in my mind. Clientele, this is where I am having a bit of a hard time. As we were getting ready to pay the bill an interesting group of individuals walked in, please allow me to paint the picture. Mean or miserable (can't tell) looking men, all decked out in super tight V neck shirts, sweat pants (like for the gym), white socks and flip flops, one smelled heavy of cigarettes enough for me pay attention despite him being about 5 feet from me. I don't care mind you as everyone has the right to wear what they want however hard for me to consider this a fine dining experience with that type of clientele. I think this is where I am having a bit of a hard time. I would have definitely smelled this guy from my table had I still been eating my lunch which is nasty All in all, okay, maybe even good but just not great. Sorry guys, love your spots in San Francisco.
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Adriana A.
Service was good. Steaks were gross. Fat fat fat. Food was way too rich and I expected much better for the amount they charge. There are much better steak houses in LA.
This place is so empty when we went there Saturday around 2pm for lunch, when we got there, they said they only have brunch available, but the selections are very limited, so we ordered Turkey burger and the bourbon steak burger (we wanted the lamb burger but they don't have it on the Brunch menu). We waited 30 mins for our food, and they have only 1-2 tables there and we heard all of them asking for lunch, clearly no one is interested in the Brunch menu. For the food, I can only say that I have had much better food with cheaper price, the bourbon steak burger was alright, but the turkey burger they recommended was too spicy, I wished they would tell me before since I cant eat really spicy food. We were gonna wait till happy hour to order mac n cheese, but for the happy hour menu, i think they took out some items like the duck fat trio fries (which I want to try), so we decided to leave without trying other food with two extremely unsatisfied tummy. Overall, I am disappointed and had a bad experience, maybe I have really high expectations for this restaurant, but we really want to try the good stuff and they just dont offer it, advice? dont go there over the weekends for lunch.
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Juliette F.
Thought it was a great restaurant with great food and ambience.The piano is also a very nice touch.It was surprisingly delightful considering it's next to a mall,I will definitely recommend and go back again:)!
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Dao C.
I went here yesterday to celebrate my roomie's birthday. I had made reservations online via YELP! for 8 pm. When we got there, our table wasn't ready, but it was quickly prepared. Seeing that it was only a Wednesday, it wasn't packed at all. The dinner menu was small, which is kinda good because I wasn't overwhelmed with choices. I got the halibut, black truffle mac & cheese, and a glass of Riesling white wine. My roomie got the lamb shank and a baked potato. While waiting for our food, they surprised us with free fries. Three options; all delicious. When we finished the fries, they brought out sea-salt butter biscuits. They were equally as delicious. After go devoured the bread, our food came. My halibut plate was kinda dinky, but meh, I was there to celebrate someone else's birthday. My mac & cheese was more filling. My roomie's lamb shank was quite the feat. He awed at the fact that the meat fell right off the bone! His baked potato tasted like a bougie bag of chips. When we finished the food, I flat out said it was his birthday and we got free dessert. BOOM! The service was excellent. Our waitress knew exactly what she was doing. She was very informative of the menu and wine selection. The other staff was very attentive as well. When I got the check, I wasn't surprised to see that it was about $150 for the two of us. Not bad for a steak house. I would only come here for special occasions though.
(5)
Paul H.
The service, food and ambiance are top notch!! I really cannot think of one thing that was not excellent and I was so impressed by the professionalism of the staff.
(5)
Lisa H.
Went here on my birthday with family so it was a party of 6 for lunch. Did not need reservation and was quickly seated. Restaurant had nice decor and I thought we were in for a treat. At first I thought it was strange that the waiters were all taking pictures and selfies of themselves on their phone. For an upscale restaurant, it seemed odd. The food was ok. I ordered the market vegetables/fruit for my daughter and it was just a cup of fruit salad. The hamburger I ordered was pimped as the "Best burger in LA" but you can probably get the same at Outback steakhouse or The Corner. The service was mediocre throughout but I was very surprised at the end. We left a 15% tip in cash but the waiter ran out of the restaurant after my brother saying that he forgot his copy of the receipt. My brother said that he didn't need it but the waiter stared my brother down and said ARE YOU SURE? What the heck? Did another waiter or cashier steal the tip? Why was this guy so bonkers? Too bad so sad. Took me awhile to shake off the bad experience. Will not be going back and have contemplated about calling the manager to complain. What a weird and unpleasant dining experience.
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Sung Y.
This place is legit. It doesn't beat Mastros, but really, who does right? Everything I tried was pretty good and the entire staff couldn't be any more nice and professional. They run a very tight ship. My only beef is that they don't have a TV at the bar. I would love to be having one of their steaks, enjoying a good game. But I get it. It's an upscale place so it's understandable. It's also a great place to bring clients during the day, which I did this past week. A great addition to the Americana and Glendale. We definitely needed a place like this.
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Melissa R.
Beautiful restaurant. Not too loud. Service is excellent. Lots of staff always available. Food is very good. Red snapper was slightly dry but overall very good. French fries, creamed corn and creamed spinach were all excellent. Beet salad was outstanding. Many gluten free choices with great care to accommodate food allergies. I would suggest this restaurant!
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scott m.
Don't waste your time. I don't always yelp restaurants before I go but I should have done for this restaurant. I honest don't give a crap about the decor or any other stuff in the restaurant besides the food . Only good thing was the service. Ooo and also the free fries. Basically long story short the appetizer and the main course were cold, no flavor at all, and lacked everything a steak house should be. My rib eye streak was freakin bloody as he'll. I asked for medium well and I got a streak they just butchered and put on my plate. Don't waste your time ppl. Not worth your time, money, or your stomach aches.
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r. f.
I happened to love my steaks charred black on the outside and close to raw in the inside. This is the perfect place for that. I had the famous lobster pot pie -- lots of bourbon in it too. You will not be disappointed. The mashed potatoes are amazing as well as the mac 'n cheese. Really pricey - hey, it's Michael Mina! The wagyu is $32 an OZ!!!! For the price though.... I won't be back. The service and staff is outstanding. I love the interior.
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Ambrie E.
Heard about this place from a friend since I hadn't been to the Americana in awhile. To celebrate our birthdays, my husband and I were looking for a new steak place to try since we usually go to Ruth's Chris. I believed that no steak would ever taste better than Ruth's Chris. I checked out the menu before going and was super excited to try it. It did not disappoint!! First they give you a complimentary trio of 3 different french fries with dipping sauces and a truffle bread roll! They were sooo yummy! Then we had the caeser salad that was good, just not $16 good. But the steak was amazing! I hated to admit that I almost loved mine as much as Ruth's Chris. I am a filet mignon girl but the server recommended a special which was the ribeye cap. It was juicy and tender and perfectly cooked! I seriously could have just had that by itself but had to try the lobster whipped potato puree and jalapeno cream corn which were equally to die for! This is definitely a splurge of a restaurant but for a special treat you should try it out!
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Allan Christine T.
Food is really yummy! Fully enjoyed myself! But the reason for the three stars is the service! We had a party of 20 for a birthday party in April. The waitress we had apparently had other sections to attend to which we don't normally mind & completely understand but we were fully unattended to for long long long periods of time. The servers brought all our food at once. We had to wait 15 minutes for the waitress came back and check on our party of 20 people to see if the food was correct and if we had everything we needed. We didn't! We told her of the missing sides, in correct orders, etc. After those were taken care of, we literally never saw her again. I had to even get up from my seat and look for other waiters and bussers to ask where our waitress was or they brought what we needed. I understand being busy but fully being unattended to is definitely not ok. Granted, I don't think this is her fault. She was ok. But if management gave her these assignments it's their fault! Why on earth would you give a waitress who is taking care of a large party a whole bunch of other tables with no help or other waiter! It doesn't make sense and made for really long and annoying waits. Food was good but outweighed by service. It's really unfortunate. As first timers, the waitress also did not explain the menu... And we all had a bunch of questions like what's this, what's that etc. Overall experience left something to be desired. Disappointing.
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Ross P.
We arrived on time at 7:00 p.m. and after a brief wait, we were seated at our table. The ambience is wonderful. After 30 minutes a live jazz band started playing which was a nice unexpected touch. The service was excellent. They were very attentive. We really enjoyed the food. We ordered both sea food as well as steaks and several sides and appetizers. We will most definitely come back to this restaurant.
(5)
Terri M.
Good meal and service at Bourbon, a bit over priced for the food and the wine was significantly over priced. Nice ambiance and overall a positive experience. The servers were very knowledgeable and courteous. I would return for a special occasion.
(4)
Nancy O.
Food and wine were amazing!!!! Can't say enough! The decor was very nice as well, the service excellent, staff very knowledgeable and nice. A bit pricey, but well worth it!
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Diane D.
My boyfriend and I decided to try this new restaurant after seeing a full page ad in our local neighborhood newpaper. We were very disappointed with just about everything at Bourbon Steakhouse. First, the food. We ordered the Ceasar salad, which had a fishy taste with no hint of garlic or lemon. It was gross and we sent it back. For my entree, I had the crusted red snapper. It was literally about 2 oz of fish. It tasted okay, but it was miniscule, and it cost $34!!! It was served with a side of shrimp fried rice, which was delicious, but again, about 1/4 cup. The dish was served in a bowl with a mediocre curry sauce covering the bottom, which made it impossible to put any sides on the same plate. My boyfriend ordered a Porterhouse steak medium rare. It was cooked medium. It tasted ok, but nothing I couldn't make at home. Nothing compared to Ruths Chris or Flemings, but just as expensive. We got the asparagus as a side. It was chopped into pieces and had an Asian flare, which was fine, but not explained on the menu and not what we were expecting. It also had these strange pieces of meat which tasted like Chinese sweet BBQ pork. Not a good accompaniment to the asparagus, and again not explained in the menu....SURPRISE VEGETARIANS! Next, the wait staff......TERRIBLE!! There didn't seem to be one person who had ever worked professionally in a restaurant. There were a bunch of tall, good-looking guys in suits meandering around with a scowl on their face....very scary looking, like the secret service or somehting. Definitely NOT hospitable. Our waitress had no waiting skills whatsoever. She was hesitant and unsure of herself, uncomfortable with the menu (didn't know the difference between types of steaks), and was not attentive. Looking around, it did not seem that any of the other wait staff was any better...but they were being closely watched by the "secret service" guys...especially the girl who was dressed more like a hooker than a hostess/waitress. It was hard to tell what anyone's role actually was. Lastly, the decor was cool, but over the top. Just too much decoration everywhere. It did not look sophisticated, it looked more gimicky. I am amazed that a prominent chef could open a new restaurant in such disarray. Not sure who was in charge of hiring, but they failed miserably. The prices are not comensurate with the food or service. I will be sticking with Ruths Chris or Fleming's.
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Angie F.
We were meeting our good friend Julio for dinner at our usual place the C Factory in Glendale Americana and in the spur of the moment he suggested bourbon Steak. Intrigued we headed down and found a new restaurant nearly empty (it was early). It was a little more upscale than we anticipated but we wanted to give it a whirl. The food was spectacular the only reason we gave it 4 stars was the price was a little high ( $150 for 3 w/o wine). When we sat down they brought us complimentary gourmet French fries / very tasty but we avoid fried so we only had a couple. Next we ordered kale salad and something called 7 hidden treasures which was an Asian salad of sorts both exceptional appetizers. The dinner roll was incredibly good w a muffin appearance but very light biscuit texture w garlic oil and black truffle shavings!! Seriously most meals aren't prepared w as much care as this bread. Finally we decided on splitting a branzini style sea bass 3 ways - it was huge at 17 oz. The fish is cooked whole and filleted table side - extra tasty and perfectly seasoned a truly delicious meal. The deserts looked great but we were too full to enjoy them so we passed. Special shout out to the service and maître d staff. They were young, knowledgeable, friendly and the service was nothing short of perfect. The night mgr delivered the bill and was very nice. We can't wait to go back for the brunch. if you're on a budget you might want to wait for a special occasion but if food is your passion and money is not an issue bourbon Steak is the place to be!
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Justin B.
I went for my two year anniversary and everything was absolutely PERFECT. From the amazing creations from Chef Mina (the cripsy baked potato was beyond amazing...and I don't know where to begin about the porterhouse just to name a few dishes) to the extrodinary service (shoutout to Scott our server! ) to the live jazz trio and the soothing romantic atmosphere...My girlfriend and I have an absolute new favorite restaurant. Can't wait to go back! You must check this place out...in all honesty the best dining experience I've been fortunate enough to have.
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Gina P.
I just dined at Bourbon last night with a small group of family and friends. I would definitely be a repeat customer if I lived in the area. The ambiance was lovely and the trio of musicians playing was delightful surprise that added a special feeling to the dining room. We were all able to hear ourselves speak and hardly noticed other goings on around our table. The food was delicious. I shared the porter house steak, oysters, asparagus side, and the special baked potato. I am very particular about how steak is cooked and served and I truly enjoyed this meal. I would recommend this restaurant for special occasions, business meetings, impressive date nights, or just to satisfy an urge for a really expertly cooked meal be it fish or beef.
(5)
Adrine K.
Food was ok but service is very bad waitress was very unprofessional and need a lot of improvement. I regret going.
Great Restaurant. Love the complimentary fries in the beginning. Service was okay still a new restaurant so it will take time. Food took longer than expected to come out. But overall I would go back.
(4)
Angela F.
The Americana has needed a fine dining establishment for a while and they got it right with Michael Mina's Bourbon. We'd made reservations for our party of 6 at 6:30 but weren't seated until 7. Hopefully this is just a new opening glitch. Our server was attentive and knowledgable about the menu and the support staff were also fantastic. They bring fries and various dipping sauces to your table as an appetizer and they were amazing! They then brought us some rolls that looked extremely promising, with the glimmer of warm butter and herbs sprinkled on top. Unfortunately, they were extremely dry. I'd suggest a rework on this dish. As expected of this kind of restaurant, the steaks were delicious. However, I'd have to say my favorite dish was the organic chicken. The fried chicken is so flavorful and moist! (Plus, it doesn't hurt that it's served with truffle Mac and Cheese!) The desserts were ok. I had high hopes for the caramel cream tart but it tasted strongly of coffee instead of how the menu described it. Two things that were disappointing: it's a Bourbon restaurant and they don't serve Pappy. But, we talked to the manager and it looks like it'll be a future offering. My biggest complaint - the live band music made it impossible to carry on a conversation. Please, stop them or mute them!!
(4)
sylvia m.
I went to Bourbon steak on grand opening night. The restaurant itself is gorgeous with plenty of attention to details. We ordered appetizers which were very good. Unfortunately, the steak was disappointing. We ordered the Bourbon garlic sirloin cut and they were very chewy. The signature mina sauce is delicious, but the steaks definietly were not top cut with little to no seasoninig. We waited quite some time to get our check and service was fair. We were also overcharged not once but twice. We split the bill three ways and still have to contact them to get it all figured out. Ill definitely give it another shot, the restaurant has so much potential.
(3)
Rania Y.
So they just opened three weeks ago. First thing the hostess said after we asked about how it's going was "were starting to get all our kinks out so hopefully you will enjoy your dinner." That should have been our first warning. So we sat down and looked at the wine menu. Cheapest red wine was $108/ and not anything that's familiar. So the earring was nice and they started us with a taster of fries and dips from the chef which were pretty good. I had a red snapper which was a good dish, but the portions was not $35 worth. My husband and our friend ordered fillets. One was over and one was way under! Our other friend ordered a t-bone and it tasted like lighter fluid! (Agreed and tasted by all of us!) so when we complained they have us an excuse again about how the chef is getting used to the kitchen and grills still... Not an excuse at all and even if it was it should not have been told to us that way. So after getting two steaks comped we had three house wines, two salads a fish entree and a steak entree we paid $200. If they are blaming the kinks and getting used to the space if wait a while til u try this place... We will not give it another chance.
(2)
R B.
When you pay this much it's either 1 or 5 stars. No in between for me. Many problems with this experience. Similar to what others have said. Food is ok at best. Had better for half the price. But the attention to detail is a problem too. Forgot our rolls after we asked numerous times. They came out cold. Seemed microwaved. Gave us the wrong sides and seemed confused when we said they weren't ours. My steak was undercooked and they told me it was cooked a certain way and I said I didn't order that and then 3 people later finally just said that was how i ordered it. The wine pours were really skimpy. REALLY SKIMPY. Nice places like this don't measure the pours for their fine spirits either. After a really expensive dinner we all walked away really disappointed. Others may have a good experience but for the money this place costs save yourself time and money and go to sizzler or a real steakhouse.
(1)
A M A.
To be fair, I knew I was in the wrong place the minute I looked at the menu - way out of my price range, and am trying to do protein and greens with no sauces - but someone else chose the place and I was too embarrassed to speak up - although even if I had, they couldn't hear me because the most crass fake hip music was blasting overhead. But to the food - since they have the gall to charge and brag so much about their signature dishes, here goes - the Tuna Tartare app - a shy, very sweet guy came to the table with a tiny portion - it was an eighth of an inch high and about an inch and a half in diameter when it should be a much higher stack or spread thinly across the plate but no. It didn't matter though because I couldn't eat it. Guy gave me no option as he proceeded to mush it up and drown all tuna taste out with a sesame sauce and paste it on to the plate with stale white toast to scoop with. I order this dish often as a treat and this was the worst iteration of it I have ever tried. The garlic sirloin (only ordered it 'cos it was the cheapest steak at $28) was stringy, chewy - not worth eating so I stopped on that also. The Caesar salad was drowned in dressing using the iceberg leaf as a kind of bowl. I couldn't eat all that creamy sauce, but there was no option in how it was served, so I left that also. After a ridiculously expensive meal (for my budget) the only thing that tasted ok was the complimentary fries served - at least the single one I tasted was good. Why didn't I speak up? Because after we sat down I asked our server for something specific on the cocktail and she made a big deal out of it, botched it and then got all snippy. I just wanted to get out fast, pay and never come back. I can think of ten better restaurants within three miles that are a fraction of the price and far more fun.
(1)
Margaret D.
I was here with a friend and we will not be returning. We ordered off the Dine LA menu for lunch. Prawn soup, so named because of the single prawn on top of a layer of chili on top of cream of chicken soup. I had a really weird salad with tomatoes, bacon and something sweet and creamy that didn't go well with the rest of the salad. We both had burgers. Neither burger was adequately cooked to order. Both were ordered medium well and both were medium with lots of pink. The beef was flavorful. The toppings again crossed over into the weird range. Sweet onions and a very weird cheese on top. The fries overly seasoned. The vanilla custard had a crunchy topping it could have done without. The custard itself was fine but just ordinary. The waitress needs to wash her dress or shower, she reeked of sweat. Not a pleasant experience. Would not recommend. Getting sick later in the day just made it over the top. If I could give it a 0 star rating I would.
(1)
Brittany G.
Amazing place! I came in with some friends and were greeted right away by the hostess who was very friendly. Our table wasn't ready yet so we decided to go to the bar and grab a drink before. When we got to the bar, we were instantly acknowledged by the bartender-Robin I think was her name. She started a conversation with us rather than be a boring order taker. She was super friendly and outgoing and was constantly smiling. She gave recommendations on drinks and they turned out so amazing! We had the sling, the buck, a yummy spicy mescal strawberry margarita and a flip. We decided to stay and eat at the bar and the service was just as good, if not better than eating in the dining room! We had the tuna appetizer, duck spring rolls, porterhouse steak (the best I've had) and side dishes like the delicious Mac and cheese, asparagus and mushrooms. All of these were recommended by the bartender. Seriously, if you like great service, a great pianist, and delicious food and drinks, go to Bourbon Steak! Robin was so nice and gave us little caramels to take home since we couldn't fit dessert in. Wonderful staff! Will be coming back to see her and try more of the food and drinks! Highly highly recommended!
(5)
Randall M.
i can truly say i had perhaps the best steak i've ever had in los angeles at bourbon steak. i went for the rib eye, fantastic ! i got a huge baked potato with caramelized bacon and butter as my side, perfect as well. my server hillary was lovely as well. she explained everything perfectly and recommended the root beer float for dessert. what a great way to end such a decadent meal. i'll be back again soon !
(5)
Daniella G.
We came here for my birthday dinner with 2 other couples. The staff was great and highly attentive to our party. I ordered the filet mignon and had to order it well done since I'm pregnant. When I got it back, It was still a little too pink inside and they quickly took it back and cooked it more thoroughly. Now mind you, Pre-pregnancy I would have scoffed at the idea of well done meat. The server took it back without question and made sure that it was to my liking when they brought it back. I know other restaurants would have looked at me like I was out of my mind for sending the steak back. Our party ordered the truffle Mac n cheese (amazing) and it took more time than expected to come out so the server took it off the bill. We were also impressed by the attentiveness of the sommelier, he always came out to make sure the table had enough wine. I'm very happy this restaurant opened in Glendale. Now we don't have to travel to DTLA or Beverly Hills for a swanky dinner :)
(5)
Pamir R.
It seems when you get too much good reviews your staff starts taking the customers as granted... The whole staff was super busy doing things instead of taking their time to give us a menu ... And there were only 2 tables in total ... Adios!
(1)
Dorothy Y.
Yet another trip searching for the ultimate steak. This place delivered. Dinner was a 12oz Kobe steak, with baked potatoes. Everything was outstanding. Our server Giuseppe was superb, start to finish-a must try hummus with avocado dip and the bone marrow. We love it so much that we dined there consecutively 2 straight nights!
The one star is not for food as I've never eaten here. I probably never will. I've called several times today only to hear the phone ring 20 times. When I finally got someone on the phone, they immediately put me on hold. After ten minutes, I hung up. NO food is THAT good.
(1)
Alex A.
The place looks great. The service was better then most. We were seated promptly, they presented bread and fries as compliments from the chief. The wines are ridiculously priced, corking fee is 40 dollars. Ordered a Cab Franc which was bland and then a Pinot which did not impress for the price. The salads were very good. the main course was okay, but the price warranted more. If you charge over 100 dollars a person for a meal you better make it memorable. I would not recommend the Bourbon Steak, for the price. I wish this place was awesome... *sigh
(2)
Sean B.
I have mixed feelings, so I'm going to be right up front with my thoughts on Bourbon Steak. It was good, we were treated well, and I enjoyed the experience. However, at this point for me, a nearly $300 dinner for two needs to include more than good food and nice service to really make me stand up and applaud. That's what you want to do after getting that check. And believe me, I've done it. I love knowing that I dropped $400 on a meal that I will never forget. Not so much when my dinner the following night at Gladstones was just as good, and a quarter of the cost. So maybe the idea here is that, yes its good, but its not quite worth the price. Or, perhaps its that something was missing. And know that it was not for a lack of trying. We ordered a starter, I had oysters, we split a whiskey tasting that was smoked with essence pairings tableside, we spoke with two different sommeliers (wine and spirits). I ordered two different cocktails (sending the first back), my wife had two different glasses of wine. I feel that we gave the menu and the restaurant as a whole a great chance to dazzle, to amaze, to impress. Maybe its the steak house theme, which is a narrow and maybe even tired genre. Again, everything was nice, the food was good, the servers and other staff were very nice. But I'm not racing back there anytime soon.
(4)
Arlyn A.
Good place good service had a great waiter classy decor nice ambiance but did not stand out for the rest
Finally! Fine Dining in Glendale! We have been here twice and had a lovely dinner with our friends last Friday night. The restaurant is beautiful inside and the service is excellent. Most importantly, the food is amazing! I have lived in Glendale for over 20 years and we usually have to drive to Pasadena or Beverly Hills for upscale dining. The steaks are very good and we loved the desserts and cheese course. I recommend they work on their creamed spinach though, that was the only part of our long and leisurely dinner that we didn't care for. Otherwise, yum!!
(5)
Mary A.
After so much anticipation that Michael Mina is opening up a restaurant in Los Angeles, None other than in Glendale. I couldn't count the days faster & faster. Sadly there are still too many kinks that need to be worked on here. The pricing is totally outrageous for the quality. I know what your thinking its Michael Mina, his brand, the Americana high rent, tourist trap, etc.. Still no excuse. I am a fine dining snobette & was highly disappointed with this particular place. I really hate to be mean but the truth must be told. I love me a good Ribeye steak & Bourbon did not deliver. For a large dry aged ribeye that was not stated prime on the menu what we received was a sub-par under seasoned flavorless piece of meat. Usually dry aged beef develops a nice deep flavor & this one just wasn't there. We did enjoy the fabulous duck fat fried complimentary fries with a trio of dipping sauces. Parmesan was my favorite along with the BBQ. We also got the lobster corn dogs. Absolutely misleading. What it was, was a pressed & ground up mystery meat inside with tiny bits of lobster here & there mostly filler though. Fried up & lost it's appeal after 3 bites. Totally not worth it! We ordered the truffle mac & cheese since we both love Truffles & anything cheesy. Sadly yet again major disappointment with this. No trace of truffle flavor what so ever & needed salt the flavor fell flat. Instead of having that hint or pungent truffle essence & ooey gooey cheesy goodness it should have it didn't not even close. The savior of the entire meal was our Complimentary truffle butter roll, those duck fat fried fries, dessert & our bourbon salted caramel candy wrapped in gold foil. That roll let me tell you about it. It was insanely buttery, clearly it was a laminated dough, with layers of dough & buttery, bits of truffle running through it. Oh my gawd! To end our meal we got the Bourbon salted caramel tart made in-house topped with coca nibs. This was spectacular. The center was runny & rich. The crust was crunchy & buttery with flavor topped with just enough cacao nibs to counter balance the sweet & saltiness. Will I return? I would give them as many chances I can. I do come back for other items on the menu besides their steaks. For steaks I can stick to Maestros & Ruth's Chris for the same price for better quality & flavor on my Ribeye's even the sides!
(3)
Armen A.
There's just something about a steakhouse of this caliber in Glendale that just doesn't feel right... It's a Michael Mina so the consistency factor is there. I had the 8 oz filet at medium rare and it was delicious. The lobster mash was quite delicious as well. The pricing was on point for the product and the drinks were very unique but weird. The ambiance is nice with the live piano but the the overall music does not go with the restaurant mood. It's still new so we have to give it time to settle and get on it's feet.
(4)
Bob Q.
Dinner on a Saturday night at 6PM for 4. Seated promptly. Service: Natasha Friendly, attentive, and not pretentious Appetizers: Tuna tartar - Mediocre at best, do not order it. The lobster pot-pie - A pleasant surprise. The sauce wasn't overwhelming and the lobster was fresh Entrees: Kansas City Strip (Australian Wagyu) Ribeye Cap Hangar steak (American Wagyu) Mexican seabass (special, $45!) *All of these items were disappointing. I would not recommend any of them. Dessert: Lemon olive oil cake - great Pastry case bread pudding - good Conclusion: I do not plan on returning and I would not recommend it when there are so many good steakhouses in L.A.
(2)
Autumn Y.
Finally Michael Mina returns to the LA area! I am so excited the Mina group has returned and with a vengeance I must say! This new addition is welcomed with open arms to the Glendale area. Bourbon Steak meets all expectations for a perfect dining experience. The ambiance is sexy and vibrant. It is the perfect setting for an after work cocktail, date or even a girls night out. I came here with a few friends shortly after the opening and we had an incredible time. I have been to a few Michael Mina restaurants including a few other Bourbon Steaks so thought I knew what to expect, but this restaurant is pretty unique. For starters they have live piano music as you dine and an amazing cocktail list. I have to say I am always impressed with Mina's cocktail lists. They are always different in each restaurant. They are inspiring and unique and pack so many creative flavors. This BS also has a bourbon cart that goes around, which is something I have not seen in his other Bourbon Steak restaurants. I am not a huge bourbon fan but my friend is and truly enjoyed this added touch. When we arrived we were promptly greeted and seated at our table. Just like the other Mina establishments the hostess staff was welcoming and warm. Once seated we each started with a cocktail and ordered the shellfish platter to share. The platter was unbelievable. It was very fresh and the presentation was beautiful. For my starter I had the heirloom beet salad and for my entree I had the filet with gulf prawns on top. The salad was nothing short of amazing. It was very light and fresh. The combination of pistachio and goat blended perfectly together. The steak was cooked perfectly and melted in my mouth. For sides we ordered the truffle mac and cheese, lobster whipped potatoes and roasted cauliflower. The mac and cheese is a staple, a must whenever I dine at a Mina restaurant- it is the best mac and cheese by far. The lobster whipped potatoes were very special. MELT IN YOUR MOUTH AMAZING. I could literally eat the entire side by myself. The service was also impeccable. Our server was very knowledgeable on the menu and gave us his recommendations on all the courses. The presentation was terrific and each course was brought out together for the table, which I truly appreciate. It kills me when the entire table is not served at the same time. We weren't able to try dessert because we were so full but I will for sure be back next time I am in the area. In fact, I may have to make a special trip out when I am back in California. I am very happy the Mina group decided to return to the area and can't wait to come back in to try more of the inspiring and creative dishes they serve. Bravo you did it again Michael Mina!
(5)
Peach D.
Very extremely small portions, not much to choose from on the menu, over priced, too dark, dirty utensils (visible even in that darkness), etc. I Will never ever ever go back!!! Even though their fries were delish (it finished before i could say "yummy")
(1)
B L.
Bourbon Steak is no Mastro's.. But it will do given the location. FINALLY a classy restaurant with great ambiance in the Glendale area. It's like getting Beverly Hills treatment without the traffic/drive/and parking. GIven I came as they were still new, surely you can count on them to make mistakes. Lots of mistakes actually... 1) waited 40+ minutes for our steaks 2) undercooked steak 3) overcharged on bill 4) overcharged AGAIN on bill BUT.. The staff at Bourbon Steak tried their very best to make the experience worth while and as positive as possible after each mistake. -1/2 dozen Oysters ($18)- delicious, fresh, pretty standard oysters. -Fries (complimentary)- 3 flavors of fries and 3 dipping sauces. Mmm I wish I caught the name of each one, but it was good. However, I was a bit "fried" out and wished they had a bread basket instead. Try to opt out of getting more potato related side dishes later because thats a lot of potato. - Truffle bread roll (complimentary)- the server brought over one roll each. I guess it's limited.. it is black truffle after all. Delicious -Rib "eye" w/ lobster add on- The rib eye was ok.. Nothing too special. It tasted rather regular for an american wagyu.. I would've expected more. I think this may have been due to it being slightly more cooked than I would have liked. I wanted medium rare, but it was more of just medium. The lobster add on was disppointing. The smallest tail I have ever seen for almost $30. I could've gotten two from Lawry's or Mastro's. -Flat Iron steak w/ Bone Marrow add on- The flat iron initially came out undercooked, but once it they brought it back out, it was perfect melt in your mouth meaty goodness. The bone marrow wasn't worth it though. -Asparagus- I don't think I've been more excited about asparagus in my life.. It has a touch of Asian flavors. It was delicious. -Truffle Mac and Cheese- I was worried it would be too cheesey, but it was just right. And you can taste the truffle oil. -Truffle Donuts- OMG what is this? Incredibly soft, fluffy truffle infused pieces of dough. Mmm.. -Pureed potatoes (3 flavors)- worth getting if you LOVE potatoes like I do. It allows you to sample different flavors. Not your regular mashed potatoes. Overall, they did make mistakes.. But that flat iron steak, asparagus, pureed potatoes and truffle donuts were enough for me to want to come back. I'm very happy with the location as well. Fine dining and treatment without the distance.
(4)
Narek K.
If your hesitant to come here. DONT. this place is fantastic, service is always on point and i have been here three times already. there drinks are good, think it should be stronger. Hanger steak WOW!. and there complimentary fries, soup and caramel chocolate is sooo good... The price is right. Service and food? fantastic. Many people forget to write a review about there good experiences to place, they just remember the bad. This place is awesome.
(5)
Elaine E.
Good steak... Love love their fries!! Prices were ok since I have been to more expensive places..it's a pretty quiet place, good for dates or intimate night out... It's next to movie theater and shopping mall.. Will definitely come back soon!
(4)
Dottie W.
This place is excellent in every way possible, Great food, staff, ambience, specialty drinks everything!!!!!!! We are definitely going back.
(5)
Ida C.
Stumbled upon this restaurant while shopping at the Glendale Galleria/America. We were totally underdressed and had absolutely no idea what this place was all about. Oops. Before our meal, we were given a trio of duck fat fries instead of the usual bread. That was a pleasant surprise. The pickled flavored was interesting, but the parmesan would have to be my favorite out of the three. I was not in the mood to eat a whole steak to myself, so I ordered the Wagyu beef burger. I am really happy with my choice because it was cooked to perfection and was really filling! It was also not as expensive as the other entrees so I definitely recommend this entree if you don't feel like forking out 60 bucks for a steak. Fun fact: this burger was created by Chef Michael Mina. My boyfriend ordered the prime rib medium rare, so I was able to try some of it. It was very tasty and I would not mind eating it again and again and again. The truffle mac and cheese did not impress and the lobster tail was extremely tiny for the hefty price tag (26 bucks I believe). I would probably skip those next time. I will probably return again in the future and order the Japanese Wagyu steak whenever I am feeling baller lol.
(4)
Jordan M.
This was our second time visiting bourbon steak and we couldn't have been happier with our experience either time. Our server Lindsey was super nice and very knowledgeable about all the food and drink options. I definitely recommend doing the table side bourbon flight the presentation is awesome. We ordered the 32oz porterhouse for two and it was definitely one of the best steaks I've ever had. If you get the black truffle butter with it you definitely won't be disappointed.
(5)
Jen C.
Fine dining at its best! Started dinner with a couple glasses of Malbec and the complementary trio duck fat fries, which we were not expecting at all. Being a fan of Michael Mina, trying his specialties was a must. We decided on the Maine Lobster Pot Pie, Mirin & Soy-Glazed 'Magical Mushroom' and Black Truffle Mac & Cheese. WOW, just WOW. The table side presentation of the Lobster Pot Pie was amazing! It caught the attention of everyone around us. The flavors of all the ingredients together was incredible. I did not expect the portions of side orders for the Mac & Cheese and mushrooms. There was enough to take home! I must say that from the three dishes I tried, the magic in those mushrooms definitely stole the show.
(4)
Jo F.
My Chicken and Donuts is good. Just the right size but the batter is a bit salty for my taste. Presentation is well done. Hamburgers are delicious. The garlic potatoes are also very good. A side order only but the size is big enough to share. So was the Parmesan Cream spinach and mac & cheese. We all loved the menus. We will surely come back. Service is excellent! By the way, I only had (1) review and (1) check in. The yelp app is getting weird.
(4)
Nicola T.
I was driving up through LA, moving out from San Diego to the Bay Area. I stopped in LA to meet up with dear friends Maren, Kalani, and Justin and got dinner at Bourbon to celebrate finally getting moved out. This place was amazing. Walking in, the decor is classy and sophisticated--it feels more like Vegas than a shopping mall. Piano playing in the background. We started with a round of drinks at the bar. The drink menu was a bit overwhelming at first, until we noticed a seasonal cocktail list. Perfect! I forgot what I ordered, but all the drinks were creative and delish. We sat down for dinner, and got another round of drinks. The main menu has a smoked bourbon flight. I love me some bourbon so I definitely had to get it. I figured I'd get a few different drinks to try, but instead they roll out a cart and use a little torch to smoke different aromas (cinnamon, sugar, and a third I can't remember) into the glasses, each specifically matched to the whisky. SO COOL! I've done my share of tastings and never had anything like that, but what a great way to bring out the tastes of each drink without diluting them. A round of apps followed--oysters, tuna tartare (which was prepped at the table), and spring rolls. All were excellent, but I'm still dreaming of the tuna tartare. Oh and duck fat fries. Amazing. For dinner, I shared the Australian Wagyu. This is the real deal, you can taste it, it just melts in your mouth. We got some sides as well--mac and cheese and brussels sprouts balanced out the meal. Finally, desert. I wish I remembered what we got, but somehow I had room after all that food! I'm still dreaming about that meal. I may have to make it back to LA to "visit friends" ;-).
(5)
Maren D.
For a long time, Bourbon Steak was one of those "we really should go there sometime" places that we'd see when visiting the Americana and other spots in Glendale. Two years later, we finally stepped inside. We discovered a swanky interior, strong and flavorful cocktails, and impeccable service--an LA rarity! My favorite parts of the meal were the oysters (normally I don't even like 'em!), Lucky Lindy cocktails, piano music, and the tableside bourbon tasting cart. Bourbon Steak is a perfect spot for a date or any kind of celebratory dinner. I loved our cozy, comfy booth but I also noticed a small room in the back that would work well for larger parties of about a dozen people. Given the atmosphere, delish drinks, and easy parking, I'll definitely return for happy hour or weekend brunch sometime soon.
(5)
Karen P.
Visited Bourbon for my boyfriends birthday and the staff was phenomenal with their enthusiasm and genuine happiness. Our waiter definitely talked us into various plates that we oh so thoroughly enjoyed! We particularly enjoyed the fries oddly enough it was the highlight of our dinner. The drinks are so delicious we plan on coming back for seconds very soon! We tried several desserts including the dessert cart which i still can't stop thinking about. We had the most fabulous time and we are so thankful to them for making our celebration that much more joyous! :D
(5)
Katie B.
I don't do fine dining very often. I'm of the mindset that it's only for a special occasion, but as my age starts to creep into 30-something status, I definitely understand the appeal of this masterfully choreographed culinary experience. I've lunched (no longer offered) dinnered, and happy houred at BS, and each time I was made to feel like every member of the staff was there just to ensure my time was well spent. The service is flawless. The ambiance is whatever you want it to be. Sit at the bar if you're dining/drinking solo, the back area is a little more formal and fitting for larger groups, the area in front of the bar is great for enjoying a small bite or two (though, I'm not a fan of the tables in that section - request a booth if you can), or they even have patio seating, which I imagine is delightful for brunch. Hopefully you're there when they have a live jazz band producing soothing tunes posted up next to the bar on the beautiful piano. Happy hour: A fantastic option for those with champagne wishes on a beer budget. M-F, 4-6pm at the bar, you can imbibe $6-7 cocktails (recommend: Lucky Lindy) and indulge in select snacks for $5-8 (recommend: pomegranate-glazed pork spare ribs, avocado deviled eggs) or go big with their $16 bacon cheeseburger. Dinner: A true showstopper experience. The meal kicks off with a complimentary trio of duck fat fries with dipping sauces, then you're treated to an amuse bouche to tease your tastebuds into the main event. If you're in the mood, I highly recommend ordering the tableside tuna tartare. For your mains, the lobster pot pie is something that one should at least experience once in his/her lifetime. It's a true masterpiece. As for the real reason you're there (the steak, of course), you can't go wrong with any of the decadent-sounding options. I personally love the ancho chili-marinated trip tip, but I'm sure that's just scratching the surface of what the chef does in the kitchen. I do love the variety of wagyus offered (American, Japanese, Australian). If you didn't do the lobster pot pie, you can go for a side of lobster whipped potato, but I'd suggest any of the vegetable sides instead to balance out the heartiness of the meat. Dessert: Me oh my. The candy/confections dessert is fun, but I suggest going for the butterscotch toffee pudding, the seasonal option for the evening, or the signature root beer float. It will put the soft, but glorious exclamation point on the end of your meal. As mentioned above, the service is impeccable and everyone who visited our table was as professional and friendly as the first. Absolutely making more of a habit of this kind of outing in the future.
(5)
Jenny R.
Amazing service. To the FOH AND BOH OVER THE TOP SERVICE. Joey D was our server, he was amazing and detail about the menu. The steaks were melting in the mouth so amazing good. The lobster mash is recommended
(5)
Noise424 N.
Had good service and great food. We all loved our meat choices. The filet minion & the dry aged rib eye was flavored to perfection. The cauliflower side dish is a must. As for dessert, make sure to try the Lemon Olive Oil Cake, it was unique and delicious. Make reservations ahead of time, it's a steak house after all, they get booked quickly, especially on the weekends.
This is the sexiest restaurant Glendale has ever seen! The space itself is so stunning that it's worth checking out for a drink, especially on a night when they have live music. I was invited in for a dinner and it was really lovely. They start you out with a trio of fries and custom dips. So cute and so fun. Don't fill up on these though! The warm brioche roll that comes out after you order is a thing of pure decadence. I can only imagine how much butter was used to make this warm, delicate bread, but you'll enjoy every bite. The menu is large and there is something for everyone, even non-steak eaters. We shared the tuna tartare to start and it is a great preparation. The pinenuts and mint make this version unique and give it a great zest and texture. We also tried the lobster corn dogs. Huge disclosure... I don't like corn dogs and thus didn't love these, but my friend was gaga for them! The lobster pot pie with brandied lobster cream was much more up my alley! The presentation is quite impressive and they take it out of the pot table side. Such a fun dish and so unique. We also got the smallest size possible of the Japanese Wagyu (3 ounces). It was incredible and just the right amount as it's incredibly rich. A little bummed that they didn't have any special steak sauces on hand, but to be honest, this steak needed no sauce. A side of the black tuffle mac and cheese was creamy and decadent. We were so full by this point! But what is dinner without dessert?! We had a little dessert sampler and had to be rolled out of the restaurant. What a meal. The staff is extremely professional and we even got to meet Mina himself!
(5)
Arpy M.
This is for the manager who responded to my review, then proceeded to delete his remarks. I'm assuming because he realized how unprofessional it was. Try improving your service rather than going on a full-fledged attack on consumers who are providing you with feedback. There's a reason there are multiple reviews stating the same thing. The service here sucks. Work on it.
(1)
Maggie H.
This could have been a 3.5 star review about how the food isn't bad, but instead, it'll be a one star about everything else that's wrong. My friends and I saw a banner (or some sort of ad) at the Americana for $5 Whiskey Wednesdays (see photo). I had been meaning to try this place, so I came with my brother on a Wednesday to take advantage of the promotion. First off, this place is loud. If you've been to Bottega Louie, this is a similar deal. They have high ceilings and all the chatter just stays in and never leaves. So, not conducive to conversations, romantic dates, or my server (Hilllary) hearing my orders. Whom by the way never really introduced herself to us. I half thought she was the hostess until she started to take our order. I inquire about the $5 promotion. Hillary tells me happy hour is over. I ask her to check, this is a different promo. She comes back, tells me yes, it's all day. I ask her what are the three whiskys on special. She has no idea. Leaves, comes back. She tells me three names, cannot speak to them at all in terms of origin, flavor, etc. Whatever. My brother and I each order one based on the name. She then informs us that we have to order it as a flight of three tastings. This leads me to think it's $5 for a flight. Fine, we order two flights. Food: Tuna tartar - their signature appetizer. Was okay. Has a nice kick to it. I liked the server that helped mix it all together. I think he would've made a way better waiter than Hillary.. Dry aged rib eye- Pretty good. Can't complain. Nice medium rare. Tender. Not too fatty. Truffle mac and cheese - Reminded me a bit of mac and cheese from Souplantation. I see few pieces of black truffle. there is no truffle taste though. They probably would've been better off just slathering it in truffle oil and using more variety of more flavorful cheeses on it. Lobster mashed potato - very pureed, almost like a potato soup. One small piece of lobster. No up-charge though so I didn't expect much in the lobster department. We finished our food. Hilary looks over once in a while at our completely empty plates but never comes to offer dessert menu or check. We ask for the check. $30 charge of drinks. Obviously they charged us $5 for each tasting. I ask tall Asian guy manager (?) about it. He proceeds to explain how the charges are correct. Yes they're $5 for each TASTING. I told him I tried to order just one and was shot down. Well he says, normally people order as a flight. So the promotion really should read $15 for a flight then? Have you seen the ad sir? No. So don't talk down to me like I don't know what I'm saying. Your ad is unclear/misleading OR your server failed to properly explain the promotion. Either way, just take the hit, apologize, and fix your ad. They did eventually take off one tasting from the tab, but we left with very bad tastes in our mouths. I was previously considering coming here for work functions. But definitely not anymore. There are plenty of places where you can spend $50 for a "not bad" steak and not have to suffer the poor service here.
(1)
Jeannette G.
This was the second of my DineLA 2014 stops. I came in for lunch. First, the restaurant is beautiful - bright in the day. My dishes included the bourbon salad, skirt steak with their cauliflower side and pot de creme. The individual flavors of each of these dishes was great and the combination of the flavors made the entire meal delightful. If these dishes were only a sampling of the regular menu, then I can't wait to book a reservation to sample their regular full menu.
(5)
Kay K.
I was really excited to visit Bourbon Steak on my trip back to Glendale. I was not so excited after I left. As a place that bills itself as a top steakhouse in Los Angeles, it left a lot to be asked for. I order the 10 oz Filet Mignon, medium rare, with the truffle Mac n Cheese. The steak was bland, was not cooked to its perfect temperature, and was really lacking for a $50 dollar steak. Medium rare was more like medium. My wife ordered a petit filet (6oz) for $42. She did medium well, but what came out was unquestionably very well done. Not even close to being grilled correctly. Well done to the point of dryness. Dry as a rock. The appetizers were phenomenal, but I didn't come to a Michael Mina steakhouse for Mac N Cheese. Every top steakhouse I have been to has described the 'pinkness' of the meat. These guys didn't even describe what their idea of medium rare or medium well was. As someone that lives in Phoenix, Arizona where great steakhouses are located all over the Valley, I am convinced Mina can do better. Most of the $20-25 steaks here are substantially better than Bourbon Steak. They are fresher, cooked perfectly, and the waiters command a better knowledge of the product they are serving. They are also friendlier and less uptight. My LA friends had told me this place was overpriced and the service was bad, but we decided to try it anyway- guess we should have trusted them. Oh, and we were charged $10 for a bottle of Fiji. Price isn't a problem- but we weren't told we were getting a bottle. We just wanted some water to sip on. Tl;Dr: Steak was not great. Definitely overpriced. Not cooked right. Keep looking.
(2)
Lauren L.
Michael Mena you sly little fella! As soon as I walked in, I wanted to move in. The decor is so sophisticated chic! The grey toned walls, Carrara marble, Restoration Hardware lighting and textured upholstery is exactly my style. We arrived a little before 4:30, there was already a good amount of people sitting in the lounge area enjoying their food. Our party of 4 was seated right away, and the customer service was always really attentive throughout the evening. Items ordered: 1. Avocado deviled eggs (ABSOLUTELY OBSESSED!) There is so much flavor going on with these things that I can't even deal! 4 come on a plate, and I will not share next time. 2. Truffle Mac N Cheese (yes, you can AND should do it) 3. Steak sticks with spicy sauce (good flavor) 4. Duck fat fries (ehh lots of pickled flavors) All of the items listed above are $8 during HH. Holiday drink: Jack Frost (Apple brandy, ginger, honey syrup, cinnamon, hot apple cider) One thing that wasn't so cool? They charge for refills on sodas but don't tell you. Maybe it was a computer error? But that seems a tad shady boots. Overall, a lovely little MM experience.
(5)
Henrik E.
First time and for sure it's not going to be my last, there is a great "vipe" here, you feel relaxed and ready to enjoy a good evening with your company and really good food, there duck appetizer toke us by surprise, it's a nice different and well testing dish to start with. Another cool little thing is, we got a bartender's special, a drink with strawberry and lavender, I know it sounds a little of but it's very good. What meal will ever be complete without a great little ice cream. Great place to bring your love one and enjoy your selfs
(5)
Melanie D.
This review is for happy hour. The restaurant is beautiful and tastefully appointed - it is elegant and modern. The bar is very appealing and stately. We decided to try a few drinks and their 'famous' duck fat fries. Regarding the HH cocktails, the prices are $6-7 each and they have 2 special cocktails that change daily. Regular priced cocktails are $12. The drinks were pretty good and interesting. The bartenders were nice. One of them forgot to make one of our drinks for about 10 minutes, so she comped it (thank you). I think the staff is still getting their feet wet and getting the hang of working at this new place. Regarding the duck fat fries, we were super disappointed. The fries come with 3 different seasonings and sauces but really just tasted like any other un-original fries with season salt on them. I thought the duck fat would bring a complex, rich flavor - no. Definitely not. And the portion is small, so use the $6 for another daily cocktail special. This is the only food item we tried, but based on this and the other reviews, we won't be having dinner here anytime soon.
(3)
Christine H.
They have amazing Japanese Wagu Steak! Very expensive but worth it once in your life time! It truly is the real thing at a very high price at around high 20's an ounce! Oh, my. Ours came with white truffle shavings but not sure if that was just for us or it's on the menu. THE LOBSTER POT PIE was so good. Very good sides, you can't go wrong with a few of those. An excellent meal all together.
(5)
Linet O.
I have been wanting to try this place since FOREVER and finally got to come here for dinner this past weekend. I had such a great experience! We came here for a friends birthday. We had reservations so we were seated right away. I ordered their 10oz filet mignon and a side of truffle mac n cheese. Just thinking about it makes my mouth water.The steak was very tender and just melted in my mouth. The mac n cheese was probably the best I have ever had. I got their dirty martini, which was also VERY good. They bring a roll before bringing out your dinner, which is freshly baked and also tasted wonderful. Beyond that, we were very well taken care of throughout our meal, My cup of water never got to half empty before someone rushed over to refill it. The decor of the place is very rustic, think Restoration Hardware. I absolutely loved it and I will be coming back again very soon!
(5)
Stuart C.
Pretty good food. On the pricey side. Atmosphere good. Piano player playing classic rock songs all night was a highlight.
(3)
Mesrop B.
After visiting this place several more times, I think this place is worth 5 stars strictly based on how perfectly the lobster pot pie and bone marrow are prepared.
(5)
Diana P.
Celebrated my boyfriend's birthday dinner here and it was fantastic! The servers were all so wonderful and accomodating. The restaurant itself is very cozy with a live pianist playing on the side. The food is on the pricey side but its worth it. Everything is so good, from the appetizers to desserts. I want to go back again. They do have happy hour so I'll be checking that out too. All in all, if you have money to spend on good food or celebrating a birthday or something special, I say come here at least once in your life.
(5)
Jill W.
I wanted to really like this newer steakhouse in Glendale, because Glendale doesn't have a plethora of elegant dining restaurants or celebrity chef steakhouses. I was surprised I could get a reservation for a party of four on a Saturday night at any time. Walking inside, I was impressed with the decor. The collection of tea spoons near the hostess stand is an interesting piece of art. The booths in the main dining room offer a curved bench that is alluring. I loved listening to the live piano player. Our waiter was very nice and the sommelier was chatty, yet the chef isn't preparing the Michael Mina cuisine quite up to the celebrity chef's level.I think Mina should come visit his restaurant more often. The duck spring rolls - a Mina signature dish were interesting with crisp spring rolls wrapped in butter lettuce and mint. It's served with a chili-ginger dipping sauce to give the appetizer a little zing. The tuna tartare presentation was nice as the dish is rolled to the table on a cart and prepared and mixed with a baby quail egg right before your eyes. I was disappointed that it was served with toasted white bread. Maybe they should serve it with the dough that they make their buttery and lightly salted rolls from. Those were delicious. My halibut dish was very small on my large white plate for $36. On the menu it states 7 oz. well it must have shrunk when cooked. My husband did like the flavor of his bone-in ribeye for $54. It did seem to be a true 18 oz. and we did take half of it home to enjoy the next day. He ordered the trio of sauces for $6, yet enjoyed the steak in it's natural flavor better. Our friends passed on the $75 lobster pot pie and ordered the dry-aged Porterhouse for two for $46 per person. They felt the meat was chewy and not the quality of Mastro's or Ruth Chris. If I had a Great Dane, the bone on their plate would have made an excellent treat. We ordered two sides - Magical Mushrooms and creamed spinach. I liked both, however my friends didn't think the spinach was creamy enough. Since it was my friend's birthday, the restaurant did bring a chocolate ganache cake that was a hit around the table. We also ordered the MaCallan 12 butterscotch pudding and Mascarpone cheesecake. The cheesecake arrived on a plate deconstructed with sliced strawberries, little dollops of mascapone cheese, thinly slice rhubarb and powdery pistachio crumbs. My friends didn't like it and wished there were some graham crackers on the plate. I thought it would make a nice and healthy dessert if you were on a diet. Management was kind enough to take the desserts off our bill after my husband expressed his dislike about the size of my halibut to the waiter. The restroom I visited lacked toilet paper, which should never happen at a high-end restaurant. The service was slow at times, because when we walked to the valet, we were informed we went over our three hour limit and had to pay $10 even with the Bourbon Steak validation, which by the way is all done on your cell phone. Would I go back again? Only if I hear that Mina visited his kitchen and staff to make sure the restaurant was at the level he developed it to be. Right now it needs a little tweaking.
(3)
SUZIE M.
These stars are only for the location and the decor. The food is not so good. Definitely do yourself a favor and don't order a seal at this "steakhouse". Yore better off with the burger with blue cheese (that was the only decent tasting dish I had at Bourbon. The other star is for their drinks. My favorite is the one with lavender (it tasted really good). There aren't that many place to eat in Glendale; therefor, I guess this is decent.
(3)
Lou C. H.
Went in the first two weeks, the place easily draws a crowd. Their reputation precedes them, but they haven't work out the kinks yet. For example, I received an email advertising their happy hour a few days before I checked it out. The waitress, though quite earnest and chipperoo, had no idea what was on it, and couldn't answer any questions. She thought pisco was a grape when explaining the pisco punch. It's a bad sign when the customers know way more than the wait staff because it can lead to miscommunication and bottlenecks. For example, our watiresss would disappear for what felt like a long period of just trying to find out if a drink was "sweet" or not. Whether or not there was bread. When the truffle muffin was coming. Whether we could still order the happy hour burger b/c it took so long to even get served, questions answered. It is happy hour not happy night. The duck fat fries are delicious, but salty and portions chintzy for the price. Steak is quite expensive. Atmosphere is loud. Restaurant is beautiful. Nice dark woods. The agnolotti was way too salty, too rich, and the manager stopped by and graciously apologized. The truffle muffins are sinfully delicious, like a cinnamon bun, but some plain bread to offset rich dishes would be nice. Bathrooms are clean and nice. Very good at keeping our water glasses full.
(3)
Yun D.
Bourbon Steak has the best happy hour in town! I'm a beer and occasional gin & tonic girl, usually avoiding cocktails because it's rare I find one I like enough to finish. I've tried (probably) every cocktail on BS's happy hour menu and they are all good and drinkable! I'm particularly fond of the Rickey, which tastes like what hard lemonade should taste like. I'm less fond of the happy hour food (the mac & cheese leaves much to be desired) but their fries are good, their seats are comfortable, their music doesn't suck, so overall I'm pretty fond of the spot.
(4)
Regina W.
I've always wanted to try this place and went for happy hour with my friend on a Monday night. The place is gorgeous! The furniture was modern and classy with tons of tables and booths to choose from. We sat in the bar area and ordered the truffle mac and cheese, duck spring rolls, wedge salad and a Rickey to drink. The cocktail was only ok. I thought it was a little bitter and would have preferred a hint of sweetness. The appetizers were really tasty. My favorites had to be the mac and cheese and wedge salad. I loved the cream cheese flavor and the thick cut bacon on the salad. All of the appetizers were $8 during happy hour and my cocktail was $7. The bill came and they forgot to give us the happy hour prices so that took some time to fix. All was well...until my friend and I looked at our credit card statements a few days later. Both of us were overcharged. I called the restaurant and they put me through to the accounting office. I left 2 messages on 2 separate days and never heard back. After waiting about 3 days, I just called the restaurants again and asked to speak to a manager. The manager called me back later that night and we had about 3 separate calls to try and figure out what happened. It didn't get resolved till the following week and the credit came back about 5 days after that. I loved the food and atmosphere but I will always pay cash if I come back. I expected quicker turnaround for a high end restaurant like this.
The place is wonderful and a no brainier to go if you live in Glendale ! Place is beautiful, food is superb, crowd is classy and the staff and management are great. Sossi was amazing to us and helped so much for our private event! Very helpful and accommodating! Will refer and go back no problem.
(5)
Jack G.
I was totally engaged by this beautiful and spacious establishment. From the lovely servers to the delicious looking presentation of the food. To start with we got 3 separate portions of French fries as an appetizer . We order grilled octopus and a wedge salad that satisfied all four of us prior to our ordering the main course. Asparagus and a second dish called magic mushrooms took care of the sides and the mushrooms were different and extremely tasty . But as the name implies our BFs split a 10 oz filet mignon and friend and I split a beautiful bone in ribeye. Both steaks cooked in wood fired ovens came out beautifully medium AS ORDERED and couldn't be happier ( see picture). Valet parking is free as validated by the Restaraunt ( sans tip of course) and a happy night was had by all of us.
(5)
Marilynn L.
This space is beautiful. Hands down one of the best designed restaurants I've been to, especially that front bakery area and the bathrooms (which are individual stalls but not unisex - slightly confusing upon first use). The service was a little spotty during happy hour even though they weren't really busy but the happy hour prices are great. Cocktails, wine, sangria for $7 and plenty of delicious appetizers for $7 as well. I got tuna tartare, trio of duck fat fries, duck spring rolls. I expected some more exciting flavors but I understand everything was meant to appeal to the masses. Still, good portions and well prepared dishes.
(4)
Rick R.
After such an amazing Yelp event here last week, I had to come back ASAP. Thankfully, ASAP turned out to be on Monday, and I could not have been more satisfied. I was a bit worried that my second experience here would be disappointing compared to my first. What Michael Main (the GM, not to be confused with Mina) and his staff put on for us last week was unreal, and would be tough to match. On Monday night, Justin Yu (Assistant Manager), Natasha (our server), Catherine (the Sommelier - not 100% sure that was her name) and the rest of the staff on hand did not miss a beat. If you take away the obvious advantages of the Yelp event (everything comped, restaurant area closed off specifically for the event, etc), my second experience here was honestly just as good. I originally made my reservations through Michael Main prior to leaving the Yelp Event on 07/29/14. I briefly mentioned to him that their food was so great, I would be switching birthday reservations over to his restaurant instead. At the time, I thought of it as nothing more than a compliment, and a small snippet of our conversation... Come Monday, when we were seated for our reservation, we found a birthday card at our table, signed by all of the staff. It was very impressive that Michael both remembered, and took the time to note, that we were going to be celebrating a birthday. The card was just one example of the many ways Bourbon Steak goes above and beyond to ensure top notch customer service. It was Michael's night off, but Justin Yu took it upon himself to welcome me back, and personally check on us multiple times throughout the night. He was friendly, professional, and every bit as accommodating and personable as Michael. Natasha ranks up there with my favorite servers of all time. My wife suggested that her accent might have something to do with it (we were both in awe), but thought her customer service was excellent nonetheless. Being that my wife missed out on the Yelp event, when it came time to order, I tried to replicate the evening as much as possible. Unfortunately, she is allergic to shell fish, so we had to stay away from the Maine Lobster Pot Pie (which I highly recommend to everyone else). The items we were able to replicate included the wine (CABERNET SAUVIGNON, LEVIATHAN, CALIFORNIA 2010), mixed drink (Lucky Lindy), duck fat fries, black truffle roll, and bone marrow. The bone marrow was prepared differently than the first time (original one was exclusive to the event), but tasted just as good. New items we were able to try included the following: - Duck Spring Rolls (GINGER-CHILE DIPPING SAUCE, MINT, CILANTRO) - Caeser Salad (CURED TOMATO, BLACK OLIVE, PARMESAN) - Dry-aged Rib Eye (18 oz) - Jalapeno Creamed Corn (side dish) - Heirloom Tomato Salad (GARLIC AIOLI, WALLA WALLA ONION RINGS, CUCUMBER) - Two delicious mushroom dishes that I cannot find on the menu (one an amuse-bouche soup, and the other a side dish to compliment our steak) -Devil's food cake (DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT BUTTER, CHOCOLATE CREAM) I did not bother noting my thoughts on each item individually, because I did not want to type the word delicious over and over and over again. Everything was amazing, and there isn't a single thing I have tasted that I would not recommend. If I had to choose a favorite or two, it would have to be the Maine Lobster Pot Pie, and the bone marrow (from either night). The Devil's food cake also would rank up there with the best of the best. The Leviathan is going to be replaced on the wine list starting immediately. Although this was disappointing to hear, it will be replaced by HG III (3), a red blend which was equally pleasing to the palate (Catherine was kind enough to provide a preview/sample). The craziest thing about my experiences here is that there is still plenty left for me to try. They offer a Bourbon Cart, which is a table side tasting of 3 different bourbons and high on my to try list. They also offer special menus, wine and whiskey tasting nights throughout the year. Bourbon Steak is truly a 5 star experience in more ways than one. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for an exemplary dining experience.
(5)
William N.
A failed attempt at trying to serve steaks like Mastro's while trying to be hip like BOA. We had a reservation for a party of 8 which we had to talk to the manager to get due to it being originally for 6 @ 8:45. The hostess Jesse said we cannot add to more people to our reservation without pushing it to 9:30. The reason behind that was because "the way the restaurant is set up, we can't add more seats". Funny how the manager was able to do it and when we got there, there was more than enough space. The experience started off good with the table ready for us as we arrived. Wine was good and then the experience started the free fall down to horrible. Our steaks did not come out for us to eat for about 1 hour or more. When we ask the waitress why it was taking so long her answer was that because there's a "flow" to the eating experience and because we did not order appetizers or salads it seem a little longer. They did give us a "on the house" Duck Spring rolls to try to help ease time but really? You are supposed to be a steakhouse. Does it really take over an hour to cook 6 steaks? So, our 50 plus dollar steaks finally arrived over an hour later. At this point we figured "OK, maybe these steak are so awesome that it was worth the wait" we were wrong. 3 of our filet mignons "ordered one medium rare and two mediums" were over cooked, one rib-eye was undercooked "ordered medium", my rib-eye was actually cooked decent but was 35% fat, not marbled but chucks of fat and no review on the last steak, a Prime rib cab because my friend was so hungry he devoured it. We did order four sides switch were ok. The Magic Mushrooms were great and their deserts are also worth mentioning. They did take off the two steaks that we complained about off our check (waitress said, "we took off the steaks you complained about, THANKS" and walked away), they did try to fix the poor performance with "on the house" deserts and the manager did come out to apologize for the wait but if we are paying top dollar for steaks you should get a well cooked and tasty steak in a timely manner. We did not go to a restaurant that specialized in deserts, appetizers or wine, we went to a STEAKHOUSE to enjoy steak switch unfortunately Bourbon Steak has seem to have forgotten. If you are into a 2 1/2 hour dinner paired with poor service than I would recommend Bourbon Steak. If you want better service and steaks for a little cheaper then I recommend Ruth Chris. It was unfair of me to even compare Bourbon to steakhouses like Mastro's or BOA because they are no way near the level of two mentioned above. I will not be coming back to this steakhouse as two of my friends that came with us told us they have been here and did not like the steaks and service, so shame on me for telling them to try it again.
(1)
Raina N.
My boyfriend and I went here during Happy Hour. I got 2 drinks, both very good. They had oysters for $1.50 each, and I ordered the Fried Chicken & Mac and Cheese... so good! Definitely want to go back.
(4)
Rachelle W.
GREAT spot... much better than the whack food offerings in the Americana. Their turkey burger is the best I've had. And french fries.... oh man. I also appreciated them letting me bring my newborn to happy hour and sit on the little front area while boozing and grubbing. Great service, great food, gorgeous space. I will be back!
(5)
S G.
Firstly, let me say I enjoy fine dining on a relatively regular basis - generally Michelin-starred restaurants, and in fact have thoroughly enjoyed a Mina restaurant previously (American Fish in Vegas - absolutely stellar), which was my primary reason for wanting to try this one blocks from my home. How thrilling it was going to be... having dining at this level so close to home, right? It tasted good going down. Not the best appetizers or steak I've EVER had, but in the top ten of steakhouses, sure. But we dined Saturday night... and I am now on day three of horrible stomach cramps every time I eat (my dining companion also having the same experience, though he seems to have recovered more quickly). A few hours after our dinner Saturday, we both awoke with horrible stomach cramps - to the point we nearly raced each other to the bathroom. We had eaten nothing together the rest of that day, so there's no doubt it was our food from Bourbon Steak. I attempted to call the restaurant - not in an effort to raise hell or be a nasty customer, but out of the reasonable assumption that the management would have genuine concern that two customers at such an establishment would have become so ill after eating there. I literally just want to prevent anyone else having this experience, my stomach is in such bad shape. No one at the restaurant seems all that bothered to look into the situation. I am absolutely floored. I would have given this experience one star, but frankly the sommelier made such an off-the-charts fantastic recommendation to pair, that the second star is solely hers. I'd been looking forward to trying this place ever since moving to Glendale, and words cannot express my thorough disappointment with the outcome. I sit here writing this review on day three with stomach still cramping, and I think my next move, sadly, is a doctor appointment. Save your $200+ and hit up any number of other fine dining establishments around LA that serve steak. Your stomach will thank you.
(2)
Ebony T.
The food was amazing! Be sure to order plenty of the delicious sides... I will be back for sure!! The ambiance is great for a date night and the wait staff was very warm and welcoming. It was nice and relaxing for a Friday night
(5)
Shery P.
I am the biggest Michael Mina fan. I love his signature restaurant in San Francisco and his steak house in Vegas. However, this meal made Outback Steakhouse look like Mastros! The wedge salad was pathetic, the filet mignon was the same quality of a steak you would by at Von's and was served as dry as a hockey puck. I ordered medium rare, by the way. The bread was also dry and served cold. If Mr. Mina wants to save his reputation, he better start showing up to his LA location and working with the so called chef. I will not be back!!! Oh...I forgot to mention that I called and left a message asking to speak with the manager. I thought that they would appreciate the feedback of a customer. The establishment never even returned the call.
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Sandra F.
I have been wanting to try this place since it opened earlier this year. I have to say it was worth the wait. The atmosphere is a little dressy, maybe because it was Saturday night. I used the yelp app to get a reservation, and we were seated immediately. Service was a little slow in bringing the menu, but not too bad. I love a good steak, but was a little confused at all the various cuts as the variety they offer is more international than I was used to seeing. Thankfully the waiter immediately explained the choices as my daughter and I were debating which one of us had to ask. Although I expected the place to be expensive I had to I laugh ( internally of course) at the appetizer suggestion of the caviar at over $100 an ounce. We decided on the wedge salad which was light and delicious. The complimentary duck fat fries with dipping sauces were very good as well. I ordered the capped ribeye (at least that's what I think it was called). My daughter ordered the filet mignon- of course. Be warned some of the steaks are priced per ounce- they had a Japanese one that was 32.00 an ounce with a three ounce minimum, so you could be surprised if you aren't paying attention. I have tried most of the steak restaurants in Los Angeles, and this has to be the best steak I have ever had... Tender, juicy, seasoned perfectly. I also ordered a baked potato as a side, and loved the accompanying side sauces and toppings. My daughter's filet was equally perfect. She had the truffle Mac and cheese with her steak. She really liked the it, I am not such a truffle person myself. We topped off our dinner with a few treats from the " candy cart" ... They were all tempting, and at only $3 a piece we ordered a few to sample. My daughters favorite was the coconut ball rolled in chocolate, my favorite was the Napoleon. We ordered a pot of hot fragrant tea to go with them and enjoyed them while listening to the lovely piano music- played at the right level to allow conversation. All in all it was a great experience. The price for the two of us ( we don't like wine so if you do your results may vary) was $174.00. A little expensive for 2 people, but not unexpected. Considering the comparable places I have been to like Pacific Dining Car and McCormick & Schmick's there is really no comparison. The ambience, and food were incredible and worth the price. If you are going to the Americana and want a great steak this is the place to go! If you want to impress a date - you can't go wrong! However, if you don't have the cash Granville's Skirt steak is a very tasty alternative at about half the price.
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Gigi R.
My husband and I decided to go to Bourbon Steak for our 1st year wedding anniversary dinner. The front desk offered their congratulations and a nice card was at our table when we sat down. We were given some tasty fries with 3 different sauces to dip from. They were delicious. We ordered our martinis and sat back and listened to their wonderful pianist and felt very relaxed. We ordered our oysters in a half shell, our salad and steak entrees. The service was awesome and we were well taken care of. The food was incredible and we thoroughly enjoyed our evening. The decor was beautiful and elegant and the vibe was relaxed. We will definitely recommend to our friends and will definitely come back!
(5)
Diane R.
We really enjoyed our dinner experience. We had a great waiter named Scott, who was very knowledgeable. The busboys were great with our glasses constantly being topped off and table being cleared. We had several drinks but did not partake in the extensive wine selection. We did enjoy our drinks but the bar was slow. We enjoyed the duck fat fries, tuna tartar & heirloom tomato onion salad before the main course. The fries came compliments of the chef. We ended up ordering a delicious pork chop along with asparagus side dish. The food was delectable. We were celebrating an anniversary & received a card along with congratulations from the staff. However, I was surprised there was no special dessert. So we ordered the pastry cart bread pudding, which was great. The music started at 8, so if you want a quieter dinner ask for a table away from the musician or finish before 8. The reason I did not give them 5 stars is the timing of the food & drinks was slow considering the restaurant was not more than 1/3 full. The servers tried to give us someone else's food which looked good. Atmosphere was very serious but noise level was loud.
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Francis S.
Looking for a steak house, drove by and decided to check it out. Very slow service. Especially for a restaurant with 20% occupancy. The dishes were complex and looked great on the menu but the textures and flavor were not there. The lobster dish was nicely plated, the crust was mushy and bland. Not impressed. Especially for $80. The croutons in the Cesar salad were chewy, not crispy. Isn't that basic? The Magic mushrooms and the Mac and cheese were cold. We asked for a warm up. They brought us a new one? The crispy potato was nothing close to crispy. If you want crispy , order the fries well done. Oh yeah, my cocktail glass was sticky. That was gross. Their saving grace was the server. She was kind and polite. Well mannered. I was surprised it was a Mina establishment. Well it's just the name used for marketing.
(3)
Janeva M.
Very impressed with this restaurant- food and service were both fantastic! I plan on returning next time I'm in LA.
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M M.
I am rating their drinks, even though this place is pricey, their drinks are one of the best that ive had. their moscow mule is really smooth, and their selection of wines is great too. Their appetizers are good as well though a pricey. I love the ambiance. I have followed Micheal Mina ever since I went to his resto RN 74 in Seattle. I LOVE their madame croquets, and the prices during happy hour.
(4)
Ryan B.
I'm a fan of this place, especially since there aren't that many great steak places around Glendale. It's expensive but worth it for a good steak. Love this place.
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Matt C.
Bourbon Steak at Americana is outstanding ... all around. Cocktails, service, and terrific food. It is not inexpensive -- in fact its expensive. But the food is terrific. Not super fancy or pretentious stuff either -- just really terrific food and the french fries, and their presentation are terrific. I went on two different occasions, had two different meals and the same great experience. Highly recommend especially for that special occasion.
(5)
Romster R.
Let me start of by saying my review is a 3 star review... There is potential for this to be a 4 or 4.5 star establishment. I want this place to do well so I hope someone reads this and reviews opportunities especially when it comes to staff. The food is actually quite good. Let me first start off with Sean or Shaun. First of all, she is a woman. I probably misspelled her name, but SHE NEEDS TO BE PART OF MANAGEMENT. She helped us with accommodating two more people in our party and while some had a can't do attitude, she said we will make it happen and she checked up on us and was SO FRIENDLY AND TOOK CONTROL. I hope she gets some recognition because her attitude is so different than some of the other people there. Future G.M. in the Making! This was an amazing start to our dinner. Other than her, I highly recommend an overhaul on staff training however. Everyone needs a quick review on what is expected of them in a restaurant of this type. When you look at the competition and the way their wait staff works and speaks to patrons, there is room for a lot of improvement. Our Server was Hillary. She was nice at times but didn't seem to want to be there. It may just be her personality, but she came off rude and her eyes seemed to roll. I say this because some people can't help it and don't mean no harm by it...But in the service industry it does not fit in correctly. We had a couple other people stop by or drop off items at our table. Was not too thrilled with how they answered questions or offered assistance. I hope these issues are addressed because as I will state below, the FOOD WAS AMAZING. NOW TO THE FOOD. Lamb Chops- the best I've had. The couscous it was paired with melted perfectly with the lamb and the sauces were on point. Duck Fat Fries- A+. This is a must order item. Crusted Red Snapper- A+. Paired with rice and a curried sauce. WOW. Lobster Whipped Potatoes- A+ as well. Best mashed potatoes I've ever eaten. Wagyu Beef Burger- I did not try this but my friend said it was great. The food is 4.5 or possibly 5 stars here. The potential is there. Michael Mina, the restaurant chef was there. I wanted to go up to him and tell him how great the food tasted but thought that would be tacky. I will be back to try their lunch menu which looks amazing. The restaurant is only a month old, perhaps the service will be on point during our next visit.
(3)
Linda T.
came here for lunch on a weekday. it was not too busy but comfortable. ambiance was cool and nice. seats were comfy. our server was friendly, trying hard to spark up conversations.. we started off with the tuna tartare with quail egg yolk on top and mixed with a few cubes of korean pear, pine nuts, seaweed, sesame oil. mixed table side and served with few slices of toasted white bread. I got the lunch filet mignon with side of cauliflower. filet was grilled to a good medium, tender, and tasty. the 6 oz was small. roasted cauliflower was good with crispy capers, but was so oily. half the plate was oil from the veges. we also got the bourbon burger and vege falafel burger. bourbon burger was a bit too salty but the falafel burger seems to be moist and satisfying (was told its michael mina's grandma's recipe). both comes with a small side of duck fat fries which were crispy and hot. overall lunch came to be about $100, mainly because my 6 oz filet was $36. burgers were better price at around $15 each. they validate parking tickets which is great.
(4)
Kako I.
I watched and waited patiently for one of my favorite chef Mina to open the Glendale location. Sadly the new Bourbon Steak was mediocre at best. I love the experience of a new restaurants, all the employees are freshly trained and everything is done as rehearsed. Unfortunately, the server we had was far from it. I sat at the table 26/1 and my server was #2040. When asked about the difference in the choices of the steak, she did not have endepth knowledge of the meat being served and the cocktail. After the food was being serviced our waitress never came back to check if we where ok. In fact we where missing the vegetable dish, the asparagus. I finally got her attention and informed her that the dish was missing. She sad oh....let me see. She resubmitted , I waited for nearly 8 minutes and flagged down the assistant manager and cancelled the dish. By then we were finished with our dinner. She never came back to our table. The check was delivered to our table by the assistant manager Mr. J.Y. With apology and dessert to go. Last nights dinner was a dry run for the dinner tonight to entertain my out of town client. I canceled my 8:30pm reservation at the Bourbon Steak and rebooked at Mastro's Beverly Hills.
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Dony P.
Burger is super legit. I would eat here again and again just for the burger. Butttttt...... The fried chicken beignet was an absolute joke portionwise. I mean it was delicious, but it was so little food, my wife and I went to ANOTHER restaurant because she was still hungry. We did this instead of staying at Bourban and ordering more expensive foods in tiny portions. Don't call it a main dish and charge $18, if you are going to be serving so little. Same goes for the fries. The fries that come with the burger are served in a shot glass. Luckily the burger portion was very sizable. It kept me satisfied. Bourban, I'd 5 star all over your face, but the portion/price ratio is not very nice.
I expected so much better. The food was definitely not on par with other great steakhouses such as Mastro's, STK, or Ruth's Chris. The filet mignon was tender, however, it was missing a lot of the flavor you get at a great steakhouse. The service was alright. Every worker I interacted with seemed very fake. Not genuine at all. For the price, I would definitely check out another steak house.
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Rose P.
I wasn't sure how I felt about going to a steakhouse that had recently opened. I thought there would be one too many operational issues abound... but I'm happy to report that the restaurant surprised and pleased us all! First off, they have a coffee bar near the welcome desk. As a caffeine fiend this was HEAVEN. And they serve Lamill coffees with Eva Solo!! Lamill is one of my favorite coffee roasters so this was such a pleasant surprise for me. Second, before we ordered, they brought out a trio of duck fat fries with 3 different dipping sauces on the house AS WELL AS black truffle rolls, completely warm and completely tasty and completely complementary. I thought this was a particular nice touch. Third, with the help of the house sommelier, we were able to pick a great wine (we went with a white Souve from Italy) which was fantastic. We opted to try a couple starters: the lobster minestrone (good, fishy broth, light, but otherwise unremarkable); the avocado and eggplant dipper with grilled pita (delicious, tasted like hummus, but we felt it needed more eggplant); and the tuna tartare. They bring the tartar comes out with several components of the tartare on the side and is mixed at the table. One of the components was garlic, for which I have an intolerance to, and the server promptly switched it out. Tartare had a good flavor, but it needed a little bit more acidity to balance it out. Maybe it would taste better with the intended garlic (something I'll never know). I got to try several dishes. We ordered the rib eye angus medium-well (I prefer medium, but my party likes their meat cooked to a higher temperature) and when I tried it, I was floored by the flavor. FANTASTIC. Well worth 52. I got the crusted snapper which was superb. Sauce was fantastic. The only disappointment was the wagyu burger which was somewhat tough and dry. But I assume it was overcooked from the initial medium-well that was ordered. Would probably be much better/juicier cooked to medium! I think my favorites of the night however were their market sides!! I know, that sounds insane but they're so incredibly flavorful (and totally cooked with an enormous amount of fat, but I still pretend its healthy because they're veggies). We ordered the asparagus, the mushroom and the artichokes. ALL WINNERS. My favorite was the asparagus for its asian flavors but the mushroom was a perfect side to the steak and the artichokes were so tender with the pearl onions. YUM. We finished by trying the lemon chiffon (TOO SWEET) dessert, the devil's cake (quite rich, but not my favorite), and the strawberry cheesecake. The cheesecake was the winning dessert, even though the strawberry was more of a jam, which I felt needed a more tart component to play off the creamy delicateness of the cheesecake. Next time I will opt for the rolling cart of treats for dessert instead! The bill was rather high but expected for such an extensive meal for 4 but we felt it was worth the money for the service and the food/drinks/dessert/coffee. Although there were some shortcomings, the added perks, decor, and caliber of the place really made up for it and I look forward to coming to Bourbon again soon!
(5)
Yvette Y.
unique. steak was 5/10 but would come back for the truffle mac and cheese, live piano, and desserts
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Jennifer O.
went here last night with my hubby for mini date night. It was amazing. Scott was our server & he was awesome, everyone else who took care of us was great as well. So for the food- I had the garlic sirloin, honey had the filet- amazing. I had the oysters & the heirloom beet salad- OH geeze it was perfect. Hubby had the Caesar and loved it. The fries and dipping sauces were great. My favorite thing might have been the lobster mashed potatoes, and the asparagus was great. They made an awesome dirty martini (I've had so many bad ones, this was wonderful) and the "Lucky Lindy" house drink was delicious. We will be back & back & back. Complaints? It's very loud, but who cares? At least then no one can hear your conversation! Beautiful restaurant & amazing food & service. Best dinner I've had all year.
(5)
Arthur C.
Extremely overrated. Nice atmosphere visually, but then the super loud and unnecessary jazz band annoys the hell outta you if you haven't exclusively come here to listen to them. Food is OK, definitely not worth the price you are paying. Steak tastes bland and cheap. Appetizers and drinks were pretty good though. Just tried it once to mark it off my bucket list. Not a place to revisit.
(3)
Amanda S.
I made an account because I felt I needed to share what my experience I had today. I went in because I was told they served LAMill coffee. (The reason i'm happy to live in Silverlake) I went to the bar to order my coffee. It took about 20 minutes to get a coffee. When asking to get the coffee to go (because it took so long) the man gave me an attitude that made me feel really terrible. He brought the coffee back to me clearly annoyed. I left extremely upset. I will never return after being treated that way. LAMill Coffee is a great brand that should not be served like this. Sad. I will stick to only going to the location. (where the people are friendly)
Despite the initial wait this place was pretty outstanding... I would have given this place 4 stars because of the service but whatever this place lacks in service its makes it up in great food.. Seriously I would be back here... Especially the cocktails tasted very good..
(5)
Matthew C.
Awesome meal, awesome service. This place is amazing. I recommend it for everyone who wants an awesome meal with great ambiance.
(5)
Tanya K.
Foods ok. Not anything special. OVERRRR priced! And service sucked! Took almost an hour to bring out our food! Will not return!
(3)
Becky B.
My husband and I visited Bourbon Steak for his 30th birthday, and we were incredibly impressed by the food, the decor and the phenomenal service. Our server Joey, as well as the hosts and sommelier, made us both feel so special all night long. Instead of bread (though there was bread later), you're treated to duck fat fries with three amazing dipping sauces. My husband had one of the skirt steaks with bleu cheese and was raving about it. I absolutely loved the scallops with bacon (like, really huge chunks of bacon!) and the candy cart was a good change of pace to normal desserts. For such a fancy place, the corkage fee of $25 isn't even that bad (considering their wine list is pretty pricey). I definitely recommend coming here for a special occasion, they really could not have provided a better night for us! We'll definitely be coming back.
(5)
Art M.
Walked our after entire parties food was served cold twice. Lol they wanted to reheat our food but it came back cold again and rubbery. Typical west coast steak house that can't match the beef quality of a Chicago steakhouse. They probably get their meet locally. Not same quality as Chicago.
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Nairi B.
Duck fat fries..there..let me start with that! This came with three sauces, completely forgot exactly what each one was, but this trio was flavorful..I ordered their filet mignon as my main, no sauce needed - sides were creamed spinach, mushrooms and peas and a baked potato which was very crispy on the outside, so good - overall I was happy with the main, sides and the free fries! I have allergies to gluten so I didn't get to try any pastries for review, but I had an earl grey tea to finish and even that was amazing. I loved the interior..I did not feel like I was in Glendale!
(5)
George W.
We ate there last night. Below average food at an expensive price. A couple of the dishes were good, but the steak was not tender and did not appear to be high quality. The side dishes were bland. The service was average. There are far better choices in Glendale and Pasadena.
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Robert V.
Went here today for a tasting. The food was delicious and the service was exceptional. Had the duck spring rolls and the lunch filet with the cucumber and tomato vegetable. My wife had the Caesar salad and hamburger with fries. Great food, great atmosphere and great service.
(5)
LW A.
New restaurant in town, soft opening theses days with a good crowd. A little difficult to get the orders correct but the Steak were delicious. From Post below... agree and quote "Fries (complimentary)- 3 flavors of fries and 3 dipping sauces. I wish I caught the name of each one, but it was good. Truffle bread roll (complimentary)- the server brought over one roll each. I guess it's limited.. it is black truffle after all. Delicious" Order your coffee early. ...takes forever to brew.
(3)
Mark K.
So, you want to experience fine dining... here it is! Beautiful venue, and excellent service. Not including the hostess, we no less than 6 staff members come by our table.... each one with a different purpose (so not redundant, or overbearing), but just attentive. The pace if fine dining is an art, and this is the Picasso of a perfectly timed dinner..... 2 plus hours seems long, but it is not if you never feel neglected. Each dish stands on it's own, so it all fits with the evening. As for food... well, the trio of french fries (complimentary) to start were fun (BBQ, Parm, and Pickle (yes, pickled flavored fries...LOL) were crisp, warm, and yummy (we were also offered bread service, but did not take it)... started with Duck Spring Rolls, just a perfect light way to start.. fresh, with a little heat from the dipping sauce... then the biggie... 24oz Australian Tomahawk Rib-eye for two.... This was presented at the table after it was prepared, then taken back and sliced for easy of dining.... WOW, just amazing tenderness, and flavor (sides were perfect of basic whipped potato puree and Mirin & Soy glazed mushrooms). Dessert was the S'mores, but all the desserts looked wonderful, so just closed our eyes and loved this one (also got a perfect chocolate mouse as a extra treat for my wife's Birthday.. pretty nice touch). Thanks to all the wait staff (Giuseppe was the primary server), as well as Catherine (Sommelier), and all the other staff. A special thanks to Justin (Asst. General Manager) who not only put up with several e-mails from me leading up to our dinner, but what a great touch by not only coming by our table to say hi, wish my wife a Happy Birthday (as did all the staff), but chatted with us for a bit, and then HE took our dinner order (how classy is that).... So, as you can tell, a pretty awesome night!
(5)
shannon k.
I'm not sure why this restaurant is labeled a "no kids" joint, as they have a kids menu. Anyway, my husband and I really wanted a nice dinner, but grandma (the babysitter) got sick at the last minute. I remembered looking this place up the last time we were in the area and seeing their kids menu. So we got gussied up and took our 4 year old along. Made a reservation for right when they opened (because who wants to eat their $60 steak next to a tired and hungry 4 year old at 8:00 at night, amirite?) we were greeted and seated immediately. Our daughter was given a kids paper menu with crayons and an activity sheet on the back! Wonderful! Duck fat fries were amazing. My steak was cooked well done, just the way I wanted it (I know, I know...) my husband ordered the lobster pot pie. What a fun table side service! Said it was a tad overcooked, but he was still happy with it. He also ordered the bourbon flight, which was really entertaining. We got our daughter the kids veggie plate, as she really isn't much of a meat eater. It was perfect! Really nice to have an option for kids that don't like meat too much, in a steak house no less! The dessert cart was really fun for our daughter as well. Our server (whose name I can't recall-she was blonde) was really attentive and nice. We were genuinely impressed! It's so so nice to know we have an option for an upscale place to eat if we don't have a babysitter. I realize that all kids might not be able to sit through a 2 hour meal; but ours is pretty mellow so it was a good experience. We will definitely be coming back.
(5)
Anissa R.
Came here for my birthday and the food was really delicious. One of the servers was a bit pushy though.
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Maribel D.
We went to Bourbon Steak with high expectations and strong craving for a good steak. We arrived a few minutes past our reservation time of 8:30pm, and although the place was packed we didnt' have to wait too long to be seated. The staff appeared to be professional and attentive. The first signs of what lay ahead were revealed when our drinks took a bit too long to arrive. Luckily the Old Fashioned were worth the wait. Then came the tasty trio of fries (cooked in duck fat) with three different sauces. Delicious. That was followed by our appetizer of tuna tartare. Just average in our opinion. That was followed by dinner rolls and butter. But long after those rolls turned cold our steaks still hadn't arrived. In fact our waitress was no where to be found either. So we flagged down another server to inquire about our food. A manager then came over and said he would check on our food. When he came back he assured us our food was right behind him and on it's way out. He then disappeared and our food was still not in sight. Then it finally showed up, or at least most of it. The double cooked potatoes we missing, but before we could say anything, the serves was gone. We decided we didn't need the potatoes and cut into our steaks. Right off the bat both steaks seemed to be a bit overcooked, not the medium we ordered. But more shocking was that they were cold! Okay, maybe luke warm. The brussel sprouts were the same. Then when our waitress reappeared and asked if everything was fine, we quickly told her no. So back came the manager and offered to remake our meals. As we sat there sipping our wine we decided that we really didn't want to eat at 10:30pm (it was already a little after 10 by that time). So we told the waitress to cancel the order. The manager came back and apologized and offered to pick up our tab (for the drinks and appetizer) and even offered to give us a salad to go. We accepted the offer to pick up the tab, but declined the salad.
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Stephanie S.
I loved everything about this place. The decor, the food and the service were exceptional. We had the absolutely delicious lobster mashed potatoes and roasted brussels sprouts that were to die for. I am SO happy to have a restaurant of this caliber in Glendale. We will definitely be going back.
(5)
Maria D.
Was new to this restaurant and have really been looking forward to trying it. It definitely did not disappoint!!! My friend and I split the lobster pot pie and it was a surprisingly light, delicious, beautifully- presented entree. The service was top-notch as well. I will definitely be returning and recommend to others.
(5)
Marine P.
The food was decent, but way too overpriced for it's quality and portions. Be prepared to spend at least $70/person (not including alcohol). The duck fat fries were amazing!! And so was the black truffle MacnCheese. Our friend tried the burger and he said it sucked, so don't even try it (but then again, you should get a steak at a steakhouse). Service wasn't that great, considering it's a "high end" restaurant. It's worth a try, but not as spectacular to make you wanna go back frequently. Overall I expected more and was disappointed. For that kind of money, I rather dine at Ruth's Chris or BOA.
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Toubi C.
If I could I would say 3.5. This Bourbon is not on par with the one in San Francisco. Not bad but not the same level. The one at the St Francis in San Fran is in an amazing setting and I believe more about the food and wine. At Americana it feels more like a happy hour bar. Service is more casual and bar like. Friendly and cool but not fine dining. Fries were unbelievably salty. Almost could no eat them there was so much salt. Getting the seasoning right on frits should be basic. Bone marrow was not as creamy and some parts had pieces of tendon like textures that were not soft and buterry spreadable. Wine list and service is not close to SF. Ribeye was well prepared and flavorful which is expected. Kale Salad was a nice surprise. It's not a big knock on bourbon but at these prices and with these wines I think you should expect and a very seasoned staff and polished level of service. With wine you almost have no chance of spending less than 100 per person and with drinks and apps it's more like 150 plus. With that tab I want top notch service and less of that happy hour crowd feeling. If I want a bar scene I would go to that seriously overhyped Katsuya.
(3)
Natalie R.
I have been here many times and ive never had a problem, but this past sunday, which was Mother's Day, i had a very big problem. The beginning of brunch was perfect, we ordered the shellfish platter and we started off with mimosas for the table, we then ordered our appetizer and main course at the same. All of our appetizers came out and they were beyond delicious. After we finished our appetizers we sat and waited for our main course. Our main course literally took about an hour or more to come out, while we waited i ordered an order of fries for the table because we were waiting so long for our main course. There was a table of 6 that sat about 25-30 min after us that received their main course way before we did. I am so thankful that our amazing server Joey, noticed this and immediately went to the manager to tell him that we've been waiting for about an hour for food, but the manager didnt seem to care, he just walked to our table and apologized and said it will be out shortly. My mom walked over to him and said "i think you should find a way to make it up, maybe send a round of mimosas for the table " he then walked over to my table and acted as if it was his idea to send us the mimosas, he said eventhough your food should be out in less then 5 min i will send u mimosas. I couldnt help but laugh. It only took over an hour for food to come out, whats another 5 minutes. Anyways, the food was amazing, our server joey was amazing, the only issue i had was with the timing of the food and the how the manager handled it. I was a GM for an entertainment restaurant and i would have never let this happened and if it did, i would have handled it in a different way. So again, my 3 stars are for food and for Joey.
(3)
Suzy B.
Called to make a reservation for lunch and they told me that if we didn't show or tried to cancel our reservation 48 hours before that we would be charged $200 each for our party of 8...YEA RIGHT! We were going to come for sure, but after hearing that I couldn't do business with them! No trust in their customers is a bad sign.
(1)
Brian F.
The service was good, My food was pretty average. I had a Bone-in Rib Eye that was meh. The meat was fatty and not very thick, and just not a great cut of beef. The vegetables were fine. I recommend the bread highly.
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Evelyn B.
I was really excited for a restaurant like this to come to the area and wasn't completely disappointed however it didn't really live up to the expectations either. My husband and I went here and while we waited for our table we went to the bar and had drinks (one too many!) Bartenders are very knowledgeable and make magnificent drinks! I'm really picky about my cocktails and I had absolutely no complaints. Complimentary fries were yummy and came with 3 dipping sauces...not bad. Had crab legs to start, (one order comes with just 2 pieces), and shared a wedge salad. On other occasions I've also had their tuna tartar, shellfish platter, duck spring rolls..all are good but I wouldn't say it was anything out of the ordinary. The steaks on the other hand are a different story, I was quite disappointed. I've tried some of their more expensive and better cuts like the tomhawk rib eye, dry aged rib eye but I gotta say I was not satisfied with any of them. Having dined there a few times, I thought it might get better but unfortunately my steaks have just been dry and felt like I could get the same steak at the nearest supermarket and make it at home rather then a good quality, aged steak you purchase at higher end places. Overall, great ambience and vibe. Love the fact that there is live music...excellent bartenders, GREAT SERVICE. Fun place to go on a date or with a group. Most of the food on the menu is good, I was just disappointed by the steaks, especially since it is a steak house I had higher expectations. I will dine here again, just probably try one of their other dishes rather than a steak.
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Greg G.
I have enjoyed other Michael Mina restaurants and was excited to try this place. The atmosphere was lovely. The service a little slow. We waited 30 minutes For our main courses after we finished the salads. 2 of 3 dinners were returned to be heated. Although the Macaroni $& Cheese and Lobster Corn Dogs were special, the food was just adequate.
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Christine K.
Bourbon Steak was very good, but there's still room for improvement. Things I liked: + Nicest room in the area, with decor that reminds me of restaurants in Manhattan + Great cocktails and wines by the glass + Creative wine list + Top notch service from our waiter Scott (and all the other staff who kept our water glasses full) + Beautiful presentation The starters (agnolotti for me and hamachi & tuna poppers for the hubby) were plated nicely. The highlight of our meal was the lobster pot pie (with a 2 lb. lobster inside!), which comes in a copper pot and is "dismantled" by a waiter at your table. For dessert, the hubby picked 3 treats from the "treat trolley" (which included gorgeous pates de fruit), and I had the excellent lemon chiffon cake. We also had LAMILL coffee, which was one of the best cups I've ever had! Needs improvement: All the food was overly salted, starting with the bread and duck fat fries and running through our starters to the main course. I'm writing this two hours after I left the restaurant and am extremely thirsty. I'll be back, but I hope the food is less salty next time...
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Honest A.
Easily one of the best rib eye steaks I have ever ate. Incredible taste. Their signature Mac and Cheese def. hits the spot. My girlfriend ordered the NY strip, it did not compare to my ribeye. Dinner for two, including drinks ( 4 whiskey drinks) and 3 appetizers roughly $250 including tip. Had I not ordered the ribeye, I would probably not go back.
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Yael T.
Every once in a while I have a dining experience that is so unbelievably amazing or just a total maddening disaster. I think to myself, I have to start a yelp account and write a review. Too busy, too tired, or maybe too lazy? I never get to it...but not this time! We had a girl's night out (party of 7) and we were all feeling very steak-y and decided to give Bourbon Steak a try. Firstly and most importantly, the food! Every single item we tried was balls out delicious. I don't know what's in their dinner roll, but I could have eaten like 5 of them. My favorite appetizers were Michael's tuna tartare, the Hamachi and tuna poppers, and the heirloom beets. All super fresh, amazing! For my main, I had the Filet Mignon. I like my steak well done (I see pink, and I want to barf), I always ask for well done and I always end up with medium-well. Not here, they gave me what I wanted and I have to say, it was the juiciest, most flavorful filet I ever had. We tried a bunch of sides, all were delicious but the stand out for me was the jalapeno creamed corn. I was too full to really do dessert but a little nibble from the amazing candy cart satisfied my chocoholic ways of ending every meal. The service was impeccable, our waiter was awesome and the sommelier was very informative. Water was always refreshed, the table was scraped clean in between courses but the staff was not in your face. The wine the sommelier recommended was a perfect paring to my steak. I don't drink bourbon, but a few friends tried a flight from the bourbon cart and were basically freaking out. One last note, the restaurant is very well designed- really great atmosphere, there's even a piano man! Hello? GO!
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Genie G.
Came here on a "romantic" date with my bf lol. The service we got here was AMAZING. From the moment we walked in and went to the bar to wait for our table we were treated great. I recommend their raspberry mojito, it was so good I ended up having a few too many and didn't get to enjoy my $80 steak. I loved how our waiter..... had a waiter it was pretty funny. A little overpriced and nothing that crazy about it, but you feel like a million bucks when you walk into this place.
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P P.
Definitely 5 stars for impeccable service, but food 3 stars. Living close by I was hoping that I didn't need to drive far for a great steak but I would rather go to Ruth's Chris or Mastros. No bread basket but French Fry trio is fun a bit dry and over cooked. Sides wouldn't get the Crispy Baked Potato just greasy with no flavor. But if I had to and some friends wanted to go I'd come but would not be my 1st choice. Only one thing I would recommend would be their Hamachi Tuna Poppers.
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David A.
Underwhelmed is about the best thing I can say about you Bourbon Steak... It started with cocktails that had no noticeable trace of bourbon in them - strike 1. The steak, as nice as the cut looked, the flavor was bland at best - strike 2. The check, some how our waiter managed to pull $48 out of a $50 gift card and only show a $40 receipt pulled from the card... still miffed about this - strike 3. It leaves a really bad taste in the mouth to say the least. Steer clear...
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Tamar A.
Soooo this place isn't so great. It's expensive...but not so tasty. I started out with their most popular drink, the Lucky Lindy. I've had it here before and it's usually delicious. But tonight instead of getting the refreshing bubbly citrus drink I was hoping for, I received what tasted like concentrated cherry cool-aid syrup. I immediately sent it back and was told the "new" bartender forgot an ingredient. We had the Waldorf salad which I didn't try, but heard from my companions was great. I had the halibut and my dinner companions ordered the flat iron steak. Their steak was great. My fish was horrible. It was inedible really. It tasted like a salt-lick. It was way over salted and over-cooked. We also ordered the truffle mac n' cheese and brussel sprouts as side dishes. I'm sorry but when you are told in LA the truffle mac n' cheese is amazing, well it's usually amazing. Not at this joint. Over-salted, luke warm and in general a disappointment. The sprouts were ok, but not amazing as described by the waitress. What is so disappointing is spending over $300 for 2 steaks and a sliver of fish just to have everything be ruined by a chef with a salt fetish. The only reason they get 3 stars instead of two is because without a doubt the service is spectacular and the staff is beyond friendly and helpful. At least they got that perfected. All in all, save your money and go next door to the dumpling place Din Tai Fung. The service won't be as great but the food is excellent for a fraction of the price.
If you are on a strict salt diet, do not go there. I had french fries full of salt, and a steak full of salt after telling them at least twice not to put any salt on my food. It came salty and I would not eat it. They did make it good, but that was another 1/2 hour or longer to get the food. If you have some type of restricted diet, somehow the cooks do not follow explicit instructions from the waiters. I would never go there again. The rare porterhouse was good. We had a small bowl of string beans and that was it!!! We paid $180 for this aggravation. The food is overpriced in my humble opinion. It was my birthday, but I did not need this birthday present! They are very nice people who are the waiters and managers, but the cooks can not follow explicit instructions in writing or otherwise. Arfy
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David Y.
The place is pretty brand new so maybe they haven't gotten everything worked out when my party attended but I'd have to say that I was expecting a whole lot more. This is my 31st steakhouse in the LA area and I feel that the prices didn't properly equal the meal that was given. Prices here are a tad higher than most places by about $5, but the size of the steak, not bigger. I ordered the Dry Aged Ribeye 16 oz for $52. Though a friend ordered the same thing, he had a much bigger slab of meat than I did, so there's definitely an inconsistency when it comes to weight. My steak also had a larger bone in it, throwing the weight off as well. When it comes to cooking, it's gotta be medium rare. Both of our steaks came out medium. These rib eyes were VERY thin. Maybe the thinnest I've ever had so it's no surprise that it was overcooked. The seasoning and the char on the steak was great though so... it was hard to have them take it back. Another friend ordered the Wagyu Rib-Eye 8oz for $52 and that was a much thicker cut and cooked PERFECTLY. (it was about three times thicker than our standard rib-eye). So it seems to me that the chefs know how to prepare a thick piece of meat but don't have the slightest of what to do with the thinner steaks. There were four others in our party that ordered other steaks that all came back medium as well. One was medium well, which we returned... the one that was brought later.... was still "medium". He was tired of waiting so he ate it. The caesar salad was $16 and perfect for sharing. Complimentary before the meal was duck-fat fries, three different kinds with three different sauces to match. Our server didn't really explain the flavors at all so I can't say too much about it other than it was very tasty. There's also a complimentary roll and that was good as well. The sides are $9 each and honestly, you don't get a lot. I'm afraid nothing in the side dish category was a standout, and while I really dug the potato puree trio, especially the lobster one, it's gone in a few bites. There's a bourbon cart that goes around and for $30 you can sample a few. It's a nice touch but I didn't get the feeling that the guy knew all that much about bourbon. It was just a job and he wasn't passionate about it. That kind of stuff really disappoints me. So, I dunno. I'm giving it three stars because I know it's probably meant to be better. But when all is said and done, I don't think the prices are worth coming back for another go. I'd prefer a trek out to Mastro's or Cut instead.
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Natalie S.
Let me start off by saying this place is RIDICULOUSLY EXPENSIVE and when i asked for well done, my filet mignon was bloody and undercooked. It was gross. I don't understand why any one would want to spend so much money for how little you get and the quality is far from good. The only reason i gave 3 stars was because of their dessert, fries, and its trendy decor/atmosphere. It's very dark and intimate and everything is mostly black, white, and grey. It looks really cool and high end. The thing is i went for lunch around happy hour and had burgers with my dad before that evening when i tried the filet mignon and they were good, but not worth $17. Anyways you decide whether you want to try this place out, maybe i just had a bad experience and the next time i go it will be better. But, until then i'll stick to home cooked steak yummmmm.
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Craig H.
I'm a fan of Michael Mina's restaurants. I've been to them in Vegas, SF and LA and I was excited when I saw Bourbon Steak was opening at Americana. We went Sat night and what a complete disappointment. Service was slow (well over 30 min between appetizers and mains) and for a high-end steak house where you pay at least $50 per steak (plus sides) you'd expect great steak (like what I get every time I go to The Royce in Pasadena). Instead, we got a barely lukewarm steak, an overcooked steak and a near raw steak that had to be sent back to be re-fired. Sure, the management give us a dessert to "make up for it" and told us we should have sent our food back, but really? Get it right the first time. I cannot recommend this place at this time.
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Shreya J.
We went out to eat at Bourbon Steak last week. We were looking forward to it since it's one of the few nice steakhouses in Glendale. Here's what I thought- Cons: Long wait for food not many steak options on the lunch menu They do not validate parking, which sucks, since we ended up waiting close to 40 minutes for our food to arrive. For the record, we had only ordered 4 dishes - and this was for lunch! Pros: the food was great! I'm vegetarian and I loved their falafel burger. The prices are not as high as i'd expected them to be for a steakhouse. Plus one. The decor is gorgeous. The service could've been faster, but I am going to come back someday for their piano night and the wonderful food.
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Bethany M.
This is from a visit in mid-august. Came in for brunch and must say it was amazing! Bloody mary cart is a super simple but very nice addition to the service. Order a bloody mary and they come around with a cart and build it right in front of you. Fresh pastries, especially the piping hot monkey bread, should not be skipped! I ordered the croque madame, a favorite of mine, and the cheesiness, speck, and egg created the perfect combination. My sister had ricotta pancakes which were melt in your mouth yummy. Our server was Tony, and hats off cause our service was impeccable. This is not just at the table, I mean door to door.
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Sara M.
Had a delicious meal here with my boyfriend. He had the burger for dinner and I had filet mignon with baked potato. The complimentary duck fat fries are a nice alternative to bread and the buck cocktail was delicious. Great to have this steakhouse just a five minute drive from home.
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Richard A.
Last night, 12/28/14, my wife and I had the pleasure of dining at Bourbon Steak. This was our second time and they did not disappoint. The service, attention to detail, and food was second to none. I've never dined at a restaurant where customer satisfaction was equally as important as the food they served. Lastly, our server, Kristen, made us feel like friends and family. Always served with a smile and genuinely cared about our experience at the restaurant. Can't wait to go back!!!!!!
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eunhye c.
came here to celebrate my 26th and my sisters 21st birthday on saturday the 19th of july. oh where to start with this review =) our reservations were at 6pm maybe we shouldve done it earlier cause our family was starving lol we got seated really fast at our booth~ i have to say looking at the menu all i wanted to do was order everything that was on it because it sounded all so AMAZING!! the Trio of Duck Fries and the 3 sauces it comes with OMG it literally just melts in your mouth then came the truffle roll~ honestly im not a truffle kinda girl BUT eating the roll definitely changed my mind it just melted in your mouth which is a good thing~ then we ordered 2 glasses of wine and a The French Gentlemen which we all enjoyed~ we ordered hamachi and tuna poppers i think thats a must try!!! AMAZING then on to our food i ordered the Bourbon Garlic Sirloin medium rare i like a little bit of blood lol sister got the Roasted Organic Chicken and mom ordered Anderson Valley Lamb honestly i thought the lamb would be very dry only because my mom got it well done BUT was i wrong they were so moist and i probably ate half of hers hahaha my mom thought the 8oz steak was to small but i couldnt even finish a little bit of it and we pretty much cleaned everything off the plate which is hard to do for our family unless we really like it~ usually were to full for desserts but my mom got coffee and we shared the Pinapple Coconut Parfait i like both pineapple and coconut so that disappeared pretty fast~ our waiter was amazing and service was on TOP! definitely will be returning with my boyfriend or any other occasion~ it could get loud in the restaurant but its not something you cant tolerate~~
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Diana P.
I wasn't crazy about the food. They are famous for the stake but the stake we order was over cooked, dry, no flavore and cold. The place is beautiful, cool ambiance, the service is good but I wouldn't see myself going there for dinner to enjoy a steak again.
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Mariam B.
I don't even know where to start with this place. It is so amazing I just can't get enough of it. I love the hanger steak and truffle mac and cheese they have. Their drinks are really good and the pastry is just delicious. I can't believe they only have 3.5 star these people are tripping. Yes, it's a little pricey but hey you get what you pay for. Only negative thing is they have this one girl who just can't smile even if her life depended on it.
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Monica G.
Food was great!! I love the bone morrow . It's so delicious. Everything is very fresh and tasty. Service is good as well. Will go back again for the bone marrow dish.
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Sarkis M.
The atmosphere is great and so is the service, But wen it comes to the food it could be better. The truffle mac n cheese was a bit too salty for my taste and the lobster mashed potatoes would have been better with actual chunks of lobster like maestros but then again nobody can beat maestros. As for the NY steak which i ordered medium, was a little more on the well done side and was almost burned. Overall the food was ok nothing too great and thd place is very simple and nice. The prices are a bit overpriced in my opinion. I dont mind paying 50 for a NY strip if its aged and cooked properly and same goes for the sides which had a little perfecting that needs to be done. But overall everything was ok.
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Yali P.
Very underwhelmed for the price. We ordered the NY strip, skirt steak, mushroom and peas side dish and a mac & cheese. The NY steak was under seasoned and I asked for well done, I got medium well, I don't like any pink! The skirt steak was sent back because it had a funny/unpleasant taste to it. We got a rib eye instead and was ok. The side dishes were great. My cocktail was excellent (lucky lindy). For dessert, we ordered the strawberry doughnut and their version of an Oreo cookie. The doughnut had a pretzel dough consistency. I wanted a DOUGHNUT! And the Oreo cookie was too bitter and fell apart in your mouth. I didn't love. The service was great! But unfortunately will not return.
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Lucy M.
We came here few weeks ago to try it out. We love steaks and live in Glendale and figured we try a new place. Good think about it is that you don't need any reservations, but there is a catch as to why... The first time we went in really enjoyed our experience. We met Michael, who was fabulous with his recommendations and hospitality. So we decided to go back last night to try it again. The waitress was cold and dry and not helpful when it came to recommending a steak at a steakhouse. I got the porterhouse for us to share. I specifically requested medium well, not dry or bloody. I specified if I press my fork in I don't want to see blood spilling out. In addition, I asked her if she understood what I wanted she said yes. Of course when my entree arrived 30 minutes later, it was bloody and all pink, obviously not what I wanted. I told them I don't like it. The manager came over to talk to us and told me she will take it back and have the chef cook it more. When it arrived after 10 minutes, it was burned outside and pick inside. Again I didn't like it and it lost all the flavor. At this point the manager said she can't do anything about it except offer us something else. I told her I don't want to wait another 40 minutes to get something else and my child was tired and I lost interest. At this point she took off the bill an appetizer that my daughter loved and enjoyed. Meanwhile the waitress didn't come back to our table for the last 20 min to ask how was our food and drinks. The waitress seemed uninterested and the manager was simply rude and obnoxious not accommodating or trying to satisfy the customer. She made rude comments that were not professional. I will never go back again. We ended up paying $92 for a steak alone that was not worth it. That's why we love driving to Beverly Hills for impeccable service and great food. It's was a disappointing experience unparalleled to anything before.
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Winnie W.
This is my first time at a Michael Mina restaurant. I took the opportunity to visit there during dineLA week. I had a shrimp and corn soup, steak and vanilla custard. The soup was delicious. I almost lifted the bowl so I could lick the bottom of it. The skirt steak was good albeit a little too rare. Everyone at our table asked for medium rare steak and we all got rare steak. The vanilla custard was HEAVENLY. I would go back and pay full price for the custard! I also had a cocktail: darker and stormier. It was very 'meh' in my opinion. Too bad. The food program way surpasses their cocktail program. The service was just mediocre and very slow. I won't recommend this place if you are in a hurry. However, if you are not in a hurry, this is a very nice restaurant. Come here before the dineLA week menu is gone!
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David M.
Fiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiirst! (God I love saying that! 'Memba the MySpace-Tom days!?) Got a tour last week of this soon-to-be high-end, high-priced carnivorious joint (the lowest-priced steaks start at $50!! Yiiiiiiiiiiiikes!). The predominantly stainless-steel kitchen is about one-third the size of the restaurant (that shows you how PRIMO they take their steak cooking!). The dining room size -- sans furniture at this juncture -- looks intimiate, maybe a 50-seater? (I'd say plan on waiting about an hour to get in, and if you're smart, make a rez!). Inside the dining room area, on your right as you walk in, is a long swanky-looking bar towards a back wall. Along with a pastry/barista counter at the back of the spacious patio that's revealed now to the street. (Chomping on exquisite high-priced steaks, pastries and java will be heaven whilst the Glendale peasants watch in envy! I'm jolking, folks!). Contruction workers look to be working round-the-clock to make a March 26th (2014) grand opening deadline. I'll be first in line ... for BS's happy hour ... the ONLY time when I can afford their food!
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Harlequin B.
We had a great meal there tonight, everything was wonderful.Giuseppe was our waiter and he apparently is a big hit with other diners. I had the bone-in Ribeye and thought it was delicious.
Very impressive! Loved the ambiance, the food and service. This steakhouse to me is up there with the best of them. I felt like I had a culinary experience around the world. From the moment we walked in, were greeted by a very friendly, good looking staff. The restaurant has a warm feel, and is very unique in it's decor. The live pianist played beautifully throughout our 3 hour dinner. The flavors, spices, and herbs used on the appetizers, the tomahawk steak, mac n cheese, mushrooms, creamed corn, to the desserts and wine were all AMAZING! Staff was friendly and checked on us throughout dinner. I will be going back again. I miss the good already.
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Rachel H.
Hands down the best steak I have ever eaten. I have been here twice now - once for my birthday and once for a friend's - and both times have been great. The wine that was suggested to go with the mes was a great pairing each time and, again, I cannot even express the quality and deliciousness of the steak. We shard the tomahawk on my birthday and I don't know if I will ever eat another steak that good.
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Rob C.
There is a sign right out from promoting a $19 express lunch from 12-230. We sit down in an empty restaurant and ask to see the lunch special. The waiter tells us they don't honor the lunch special only at dinner time. After telling him that made no sense and that there was a sign right outside, he went to the back to check. He came back and tried to say it was only for kids now, so we got up and left. The hostess asked us why we were leaving. We told her about no lunch special, and she told us that they do indeed have it. At that point we were already on our way out, but it sure felt like the waiter was dishonest and trying to get us not to order from the menu. Will not be going back here again!
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Sue H.
Place is impeccable very modern feel. Service was excellent. I was pleasantly surprised with the food. Worth every penny! You do not have to travel to the west side for good steak anymore!!
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Josephine B.
NOT RECOMMENDED. I hate this place. The service was really slow and the food was either mediocre or bad. The only thing that was good were the complimentary fries (that took forever, we even needed to remind them) and the bread. the service was pretty bad. It took forever for the waitress to get our food order. The place was pretty loud and we cant hear the waitress or anyone. The lighting was in the wrong places. The light should be focused on the plate so we can take great pictures and see your food. I would have loved to listen to the pianist but even though we're one table away from him it was too loud that we can't hear him. For appetizers we got oysters and avocado dip. We could really tell the oysters freshness. I absolutely loved the vegetables that came with the avocado dip. The steak didn't taste like it was aged. 2 of us got the same medium rare dry aged ribeye but I got cool medium steak instead. The other steak was cooked right but still wasn't tasty. We make better steak at home. And oh yeah the sides... We got the jalapeno cream corn and truffle mac and cheese both were mediocre. The truffle mac and cheese is better at lemonade on Lake avenue in pasadena. Here you can taste a hint of the truffle. I was expecting creamy cheese and rich truffle taste like lemonade's. Jalapeño cream corn was not good as well. I feel like this review is a waste of time since the owner or any representative from the Mina group hasn't responded to any of the reviews. The price we paid doesn't reflect well the food and service we got. We are definitely not coming back.
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K Two's Mom N.
Luke warm $45 salmon with broccoli and a slice of cheese , bread server dropped the roll on the table before serving and walked away (gross) as if we would eat it , shrimp cocktail slightly over cooked, xtra small soda with no refills, truffle roll okay but greasy. Hamachi poppers were very good. Food 3 stars but considering prices 2 stars. Server was nice. Justin, the Manager came over and honestly listened and offered us desserts which was nice. And didn't charge for the salmon. He was 5 star. Bc of him we will give it another try.
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San G.
What can I say..... Service is SLOW. Seating is limited. Hard to get a same day reservation and the food is three stars. Located in the americana. I thought there was way too much hype and not enough service.
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Gio G.
It has been, so far, by far the worst experience I've ever had in a restaurant. I've been kicked out. Yes you are reading correctly. I had to leave the restaurant. I was a good customer since they opened. Last night I stopped by, as my usual, to have a quick happy hour before returning home. As soon as I set the bartender, looking me as I had some problem, told me that as per restaurant policy I was not allowed to wear my hat. I though he was joking or something. I mean.... happy hour, sitting at the bar, being there almost tree times a month.... I asked him if he was being serious and he repeated to me that if I was going to be eating there I would have to take off my hat. Now, what kind of treatment is this? What king of consideration and respect you, as a restaurant, give to your customer. What kind of stupid policy is this one!? It's ridiculous. Especially after being there so many times and spending so much money! I can wear a hat for so many reasons. Maybe I'm sick or maybe I have some problem with my head I don't feel comfortable to share with all the rest of the wold! or simply I want to wear a hat!. A hat doesn't hurt anybody. And in this case a hat was going to pay for a dinner! I feel very humiliated, hurt and discriminated. I will never go back inside, ever! and of course I will not suggest anyone to go there to eat. It's too bad.... really too bad because they lost a very good customer that he was spending a minimum of usd 600 every month to eat in that place! After this horrible experience, no more! I will definitely spend my money in other restaurants where my presence and money will be more appreciated!!
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Bob R.
The steaks were just okay, wine was fine, service was a attentive but very slow, price point is very high even for a business lunch. We live in the area and dine out a lot, but not here.
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mb h.
We have had dinner at the Stonehill Tavern in OC. Very underwhelming, especially for the price. Decided to try Bourbon Steak for Christmas Eve. Wow, talk about a totally different experience! The Sizzling Pancake is heavenly, same for the ricotta cavetelli. My SO really enjoyed the crispy tai snapper and the petite filet and lobster was also fantastic. The bourbon ice cream sundae was the perfect way to share a dessert and top off the meal. The service was great, and although the place was packed for Christmas Eve, the service was fun, helpful and attentive. Not overly loud. Bravo.
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Toeknee M.
Came here for happy hour but missed it. My girlfriend and I ordered the Wagyu burger. Ok, so the complimentary order of fries you get are delicious. Thin, nicely seasoned, and very crispy. We could have eaten two or three rounds of those cause they are that good. The burger was also cooked just as we ordered. The one thing I would recommend is go easy on the cheese and bacon cause if you are gonna pay 29 dollars for a burger, that beef better be the highlight. Our burger was good and our server was very nice and attentive. Oh, and those little caramels they give you at the end are a great little treat.
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Kathryn G.
Bottom line -- too expensive for the quality of the food. The decor and service are excellent. They've clearly put a lot of money into this restaurant. However, the food is strangely not up to par. I'm a bit mystified by this. We have eaten here multiple times, so I'm certain that it's not an aberration. Just the other night, we ate in the bar area and ordered multiple items. The burger was delicious, but the crispy potato skins with cheddar cheese sauce were more like boiled potatoes with an extremely bland white gravy. Ick. I'd love to have this be a consistently awesome place to be able to take friends and business associates, but it's just not there yet. A beautiful space, plentiful and friendly service, but a slightly odd menu with inconsistent quality food. Overpriced for the risk that you might have a bad meal.
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Marni G.
This place is kind of a dud for what you pay. It's REALLY pretty, but the food was just ok. The husband and I went for a special occasion, so we were ready to splurge and indulge, but everything was disappointing. Free fries, yay. But the sauces they were paired with didn't quite match. Free truffle butter rolls, yay. But kinda dry. Cesar salad was teeny tiny. I got the skirt steak - 12 oz for the same price as a 8oz filet. It came in two sections, one of which was WAY overcooked. I added a crab oscar, and it was VERY Meh. Can't describe it any other way. Needed more seasonings I think. The husband got one of the specials, which was described as - "if you normally like the filet, this will blow your mind." I think it was called a CAP cut? Anyway, NOT mind-blowing in any way shape or form. Also overcooked in certain places - even burnt. Oh, and the sauce trio - bearnaise, peppercorn, and "steak sauce". I dunno what they were thinking. The bearnaise was basically just mayonnaise, i'm not exaggerating. The steak sauce tasted like umm no thanks, and the peppercorn tasted the best, but was just this watery liquidy blah. For dessert, the root beer float was ... not exciting. It tasted like the ice cream you get at sizzler from the machine - that soft serve stuff - served with FLAT root-beer "flavoring". I'm not mad at this place. We still had a good time because the place is pretty and the service was nice. We wanted to try something new, and were expecting something on the level of Flemings or Ruth Chris. We did not expect to be bombarded again and again with an overwhelming sense of Meh. And then had to pay $300 for it.
Went last night. Wanted to love it as I have so many other Mina restaurants but this one was a fail. We check in, dining room allegedly not ready so we wait in the bar. Hostess forgets us. Then despite most of the room being open they try to seat us next to the kitchen door. Strike two. I'd been waiting to splurge on the Australian wagyu. $69 per person tomahawk rib eye. Our waiter was great and his description solidified my choice. I've had those steaks before and loved them. Not here. They did a nice presentation table side before they cut it. 15 mins later they bring it back sliced. Looks great tastes bland and cold. Plus it was hard to cut through even with a steak knife. What??? Is this a Mina chef? Terribly disappointing. Husband felt the same way. Our friends both had petite filets and politely said they were just ok. If I'm gonna slap down $69 for a few slices of wagyu it better melt in my mouth like it did in Vegas at Tom collicio's place. I'm only giving it a two because of the good service and amazing Brussels sprouts and magical mushrooms. Plus the desserts were excellent. But as a steak house, this was a fail last night.
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Sevag G.
I drive by this location daily. I was excited to see that the 5 year long vacant store front was finally being occupied with a restaurant that offers a menu not typically seen in Glendale. While under construction, the advertisement on the side of the building said Hand Crafted Cocktails which was suspect, which cocktail isn't hand crafted? So it finally opens and here we are with a group of friends ready to taste the food. Appetizers - Ahi tartare - flavorless, poke - warm, eggplant avocado dip - who put some garbage in the baba ganoush?, lobster corn dogs - batter-full and heavy, duck fat fries with different flavors and sauce - nothing special. Black truffle flake bread roll - a little oily Entree - the filet mignon, medium well, butterflied (I get this wherever I go and it is a good gauge) atrocious! Salty, dry, over cooked. Reminded me of liver and some jerky. Dessert - after all of that, i just had a chocolate chip cookie. That was good. Service - while my water glass wouldn't reach half empty, others at the table were experiencing a drout. The food came out well before the sides. Our waitress however, poor girl, she was good, knowledgeable and on point. She was left hanging as the busser, the line cooks and the chef put her on an island and didn't perform. Overall though, things were a little slow. Another person ordered scallops, they were tough. Others ordered filets as well and most experience the same. The chef tried to make it right with a special dish of the filet. Now that was what we were all expecting the first go around. It's a shame we had a bad taste in our mouths by the time that special plate came around. Will I ever go back, not until people start to tell me how much its improved. Until then Bourbon Steak? sorry guys I would much rather have cheesecake factory or granville for an eight of the cost and exponentially better tasting food, for now. And by the way, when you are about to close for the evening, your somoliers should probably stop tasting the wine.
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Alicia B.
My good friend and I ate at the bar... the service was solid and the ambiance is lovely. The issue that kept coming up was the "cheap" portions versus the cost. Our wine was poured under the curve of the glass yet we were charged $22 per glass. We ordered the alaskan king crab and was given a 1/2 of 1 leg for $18. We sent it back and asked it be removed from our bill, which they accommodated. The ribs and duck spring rolls were delicious.
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Jj V.
Decor was pleasing and the staff was friendly and attentive. Our server Lindsey Crenshaw was great and very informative. The dry aged bone in ribeye was a bit under salted and the asparagus "7 seasons" I believe it's called had 6 too many dimensions to the dish that did not come together. Deserts were top notch as well with their wine and bourbon selections. Over all a great time.
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Miji L.
Porterhouse steak was super tender and juicy. The oysters were great as well but their dessert wasn't too good to be honest.
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Hair By Natalie E.
I loved the complementary truffle fries, and the steak was phenomenal!! definitely worth the pretty penny
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Ana B.
I work in Glendale, and am always looking for a new spot to take clients and business colleagues for lunch. When I'm in the mood for steak, my options are Houston's, Mastro's or Cut. This place really impressed me....nice modern decor, good service, and most importantly the Wagyu Rib Eye!!! The steak was seasoned just perfectly with each bite melting in my mouth. I also got the kale salad which was great! I took my real estate attorney for an early bday lunch, and he considers himself a 'steak connoisseur'....he loved his bone-in Wagyu Rib Eye!! He even asked the waitress to ask the sous chef how the steak was prepared....within 5 minutes we knew the poaching technique and the heat level! Great lunch, going back very soon.
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A H.
Should've trusted my gut and listened to the other yelpers. Not worth it, take your $$$$ to Morton's or Flemming's and get much better food and service. Came here to celebrate a special occasion but unfortunately did not have a good experience and will not be coming back. Steak: I ordered my steak "well done" (which any decent steakhouse can serve a well done steak without ruining it) and the server advised me that well done orders would take at least 20 minutes, which was fine with me. 30 minutes later, my plate finally arrives, I cut a piece off the end and it was red, not even pink, dark red and oozing with bloody juice (which grosses me out and which is why I order well done), and it only got worse toward the center. I sent it back but when they returned it another 15-20 minutes later, the steak is now too dry and overcooked. Sides: truffle mac and cheese tasted like a box of the white kraft mac and cheese you can buy at any grocery store for $0.99. Lobster whipped mash is no better than instant mashed potates topped with a few bits of lobster. We got our bill and noticed a couple of items on our tab that belonged to the table next to us and the server also overcharged us for my husband's steak (the bill didn't match the price that was on the menu). We didn't want to waste anymore money at this place so we walked over to Cheesecake Factory to get our dessert, which was the only good thing about that evening.
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Bill V.
It's a beautiful place but a bit cookie cutter and the service does leave a lot to be desired, especially for the cost of a meal. I sat at the bar, spent 70 bucks on 2 glasses of wine, a salad and prawns. It was all good but I can do better somewhere else. Sorry MM!
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Nicole D.
I really wanted to like this place. I love Michael Mina's food normally, but Bourbon Steak was not of the same caliber and thus dreadfully overpriced. First off, the Yelp page says this place is classy/dressy. While it is very nice and elegant inside, it's attached to the Americana, so you will find plenty of people walking in from the mall in jeans or shorts or whatnot. I, however, was wearing a black dress, and when the waiter went to put the white napkins on my and my boyfriend's laps, he asked if I'd prefer a black one instead. :-) As for the food, it's funny because the best stuff on the menu is the cheapest. The complimentary trio of fries - BBQ, parmesan and pickled - were delicious as was the truffle mac and cheese. It's not a mac and cheese with a bunch of stuff in it like veggies, breadcrumbs, bacon, etc.; it's just a really good quality mac and cheese with a tasty sauce and a few truffle bits. The more substantial or expensive items, though, were less impressive. We were disappointed by the tuna tartare appetizer. Despite being combined table-side with a bunch of different ingredients, it was rather bland. Additionally, the lobster pot pie was interesting but lacked distinction flavor-wise. It comes out in a copper pot that is quite large, and I immediately thought it could serve 3-4 people. Upon the waiter cutting off the top crust, though, I noted that the contents were not full. The crust was put on a plate, and the pieces of the lobster that had cooked in the pot were reassembled on top to reform the entire 2 lb. lobster. Then the veggies and sauce were poured on top. The lobster / veggies / sauce menagerie tasted fine, but I didn't think it was exceptional, but the real disappointment was the crust. It was completely flavorless and with everything sitting on top of it, it just became a bland, soggy accompaniment that detracted from what may have been an all right dish. Overall, not impressed. Nor were we impressed with the dry-aged ribeye that my bf ordered. Please note that it is a BLACK ANGUS steak, which may not be what you're expecting when ordering. Taste was off, texture was weird, and the cook on it was not right either. The waiter could tell something was off, and after some prodding, when we finally opened up about our opinions on the steak, he noted that black angus is different and that some people have had similar reactions to us. He then offered to give us another steak. We protested, but I will say that the waiter was very nice and sympathetic and basically told us that if we were going to spend this much money on a meal, we should enjoy it, so he was going to bring a NY strip instead. This one was MUCH better - the cook was right, taste was good, texture was fine, everything. Honestly, this was a pretty decent steak. Just wish we hadn't wasted a dry aged black angus ribeye. Moreover, the wine list is ridiculously EXPENSIVE. Normally a wine list has options for every budget, but this wine list is definitely geared towards high rollers. You'll be hard-pressed to find the rare option (barely) under $100, and they even had multiple $1,000+ options. The bourbon and scotch flights are interesting touches, but my scotch-conossieur boyfriend got the Glenlivet flight and was disappointed with the tastes, despite all being 15 years plus. Bottom line: I loved the ambience and the service, but the food was overpriced for the taste.
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Andy K.
I was on the border of giving a 1 star, but had to cut a little slack considering they just opened. First off, the service was excruciatingly slow and sloppy. I made a reservation for 6 at noon, and even though the place was empty, we had to wait so our table could be 'prepared'. One of my co-workers had to actually go remind the host to get us seated. We also told them twice that we had a time constraint, and they assured us that they alerted the kitchen. We ordered the oysters and the tuna tartar for an appetizer, which took FOREVER! We joked about how it takes time to 'cook' these, which is why it took so long to come out. Interestingly enough, the tuna is prepared table-side, so found the above comment even funnier. We asked for several things, including water, and horseradish for the oysters - the latter item we had to ask for twice, and the water never came. Drinks were brought to the wrong person, and the entrees as well. Very sloppy. When we finally got our food, the first thing I thought of was the old Wendy's commercial that goes, "where's the beef?". I couldn't believe how small the portions were. Considering it was lunch, I would assume that they were the portioned smaller, so do hope that the dinner menu has regular-sized portions. Also, as other reviewers noted, the steak is not cooked as requested - my medium was closer to medium-well, and a co-worker's rare was also over-cooked. With that said, the food was just 'meh' - would never pay this amount for what we got, but luckily this was a business lunch, which also accounts for the higher rating than I would've given if I had to pay out of my own pocket. All in all, a highly disappointing experience.
Certainly not worth your time or money. It's outrageously expensive, which I don't usually care about, but the food was all sub par, even the shrimp cocktail was off. How do you screw up shrimp cocktail? The crab legs were the pre-split garbage variety, like you get at "Lonestar" Steakhouses. I'd rather have just given them my money than to have actually eaten the food.
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Natalie M.
One and only decent steak house in Glendale! The place is amazing. Very classy, sophisticated ambience! Great bar - I just love the big piece of ice in bourbons. Great selection of wine and drinks. All the bartenders are cool. I specially want to thank the beautiful bartender girl, she gave us nice recommendations and did perfect drinks. Fusion cuisine: steak and asian fusion. Perfect small appetizers. Well I just love the place. I recommend it to everybody
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Shant A.
Michael Mina has tarnished his name by running his restaurants like corporations. He just simply has too many of them. The burger was heavy, and worst of all, the american cheese they use.. pretty much tastes like movie theater nacho cheese, very disgusting. medium well arrived well done. The amount of fries that comes with the burger is a joke. I think i had a total of 8 pieces of fries and they were all browned.
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Matthew W.
It's about time Glendale started stepping up it's game. When Palate closed, I was worried that "high-er end" dining was not able to flourish in this neighborhood. I'm glad to see that Bourbon Steak has restored my faith. Came in last night with Wifey for a long overdue Steak Dinner. We had reservations and were seated immediately. It was my wife's birthday dinner as I had let them know in advance through my Open Table Reservation. To my surprise, they had a birthday card waiting at the table for us when we sat. Very nice of them. Wifey started with a "French Gentleman" cocktail, a dark and stormy of sorts...I started with the Bourbon Tasting Flight ($30 for 3 tastings) which is a neat little production. They bring out a cart with 3 bourbons, and 3 plates of different spices, in this case vanilla, cinnamon, coffee beans. They literally fire them up by burning the spices with a torch and cover them with the upside down crystal high ball glasses trapping in the "essence" as they describe. They then turn them right-side up and pour the bourbons. 2 out of 3 were AWESOME, the other was good. I was surprised at how much I liked it, but very impressed by the presentation. The waitress brought out the truffle bread (which was to die for), and a starter of 3 types of fries paired with 3 types of dipping sauces. They were excellent. We then had the oysters, the shrimp and the baby iceberg salad. They oysters came with a champagne/gin sauce that was AMAZING. Shrimp was very fresh as well. We ordered the Prime Rib Eye, the fried baked potato, the lobster mash potatoes, and the asparagus and mushrooms. Our waitress brought over the sommelier to pair up wine for us as well. After it all, one scoop of vanilla bean ice cream (with a candle for wife's bday) and we were out. My steak was cooked perfectly, the service really was top notch, and the attention to detail of the staff regarding my request for a good booth and note of a birthday was very thoughtful. If you are not a pretentious douchebag, and you like good food and good service, and don't mind a louder environment (which I actually appreciate), then this place is perfect for you. We loved it, and will be coming back as often as we can afford it.
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Grace E.
Finally! The Americana needed a decent restaurant in the vicinity, sorry Amici. Much anticipated...I love their complimentary fries, the flat Octopus - yumm. Filet Mignon- delightful. And recently we had the Lobster pot pie! Omg it was quite a presentation, that is worth going for cheers! To chef Michael Mina
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GREG S.
Thought this would be a good place for a birthday celebration and booked a 5:30 Thursday night dinner for three of us today. Nice looking restaurant and friendly staff. Their $45 prix fixe early bird is worth the charge for the decent sized portions you get (lamb meatball appetizers, 8oz flap steak & vanilla crème dessert). Son enjoyed his 18oz rib eye steak. Wife ordered chicken with mac n cheese, but thought it only okay. Was it the "best meal I ever had" as Americana owner Rick Caruso once touted? No. A restaurant striving for this calibre is missing the little considerations that leave a less than ideal memory ... Smiling server not mentioning or offering the early bird menu (I had to ask); no refills of coffee (called "americano" and charged per serving); no complimentary birthday dessert (server just added a candle to MY dessert from my prix fixe selection ... cheap and tacky, didn't feel special). These are little things, true, but would not cost the owners a lot of money to extend, but would leave memorable positive impressions on paying clients. The tab for 3 without liquor cost $165 (before tip), so definitely come knowing it will be expensive. Think we'll stick with Houstons and Ruth Chris in Pasadena if that's the case.
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Stephen L.
Everything was GREAT except the STEAK!? The venue is a steak restaurant! They have to do something about their steak, because my wife and I thought everything else was fantastic. If your a bourbon fan, try their old fashioned. It is to die for! I have never had an old fashioned quite like it. I ordered the rib eye that came out a little burnt. The price was $60 and was NOT worth it at all. I don't recommend their steak. We didn't try the fish but it will probably be a better bet. We complimented our dinner with a side of bone marrow, creamed spinach, and fries. All very very good. Our server was great and she even brought me the recipe to their old fashioned. PLEASE DO SOMETHING ABOUT THE STEAK!
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wendy N.
Terrible service. Lackluster food. Watered down drinks. Just another fancy mall restaurant there to scam you out of your money. Thank goodness we have yelp to help us sort out the riff raff and find what us really and truly DELICIOUS! Which Bourbon Steak is NOT.
Last night was my first time at Bourbon Steak. I went with two friends and my wife. What a disappointment. First of all, the price was outrageous for the quality of food. I and my wife ordered medium well and they gave us well done. The knife had a hard time cutting into the meat. My friends ordered medium rare and they got rare and even at that the meat was really tough. Half litter of Fiji water for $20. bone in rib eye with nothing else with it cost $54 not even aged. Ridiculous. Took about an hour to serve. And the Manager made no effort to understand why we were so disappointed. He just said we supposed to have the best Steak in the city and walked away. Not going back to this place ever. And by the way, ask for price of every item before ordering. they would even charge for steak sauce that is just a spoonful that's it.
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Kelly C.
5 star all the way on dining, presentation and service!!!! This classy restaurant is my new fave in town. We came here on a double date. Upon check-in, we were led to a perfectly set table with white linens. They asked me if I would like black napkins for my black dress (how classy is that? No lint). Appetizers of duck fries were complimentary of the chef and certain amused my bouche. We had the octopus, the spring rolls. Perfection. The drinks are out of this world fancy and awesome. I had their steak and shrimp combo which was cooked perfectly. Wish we had time for dessert! Will return. This is my new favorite place for date night.
(5)
Elina B.
AMAZING...AMAZING...AMAZING! Everything from the moment you walk in until you walk out is tasteful, classy, and just exquisite! You will feel like you are walking into The Great Gatsby! The food is amazing, the customer service is beyond amazing and the place is lovely...what more do you want? Our friends took us there over the weekend, and we loved it! Our waiter was, I believe his name was... Peter King...you should ask for him! He really made it so much better with his service. Yes, this place can be pricey, but it is definitely worth it! Before I keep rambling on, maybe you should just go try it and see for yourself. A 5 Star for sure!
(5)
Christopher A.
No Waygu Amigo! $70 for an 8 oz portion of steak? Did it come from the Golden Calf? Service was extremely slow and the place was loud. We were seated where we could feel every gust of cold air coming from the front door. We had some crazy poorly lit overhead lamp that created a giant eclipse over the table, due to the brighter ceiling light above it. We were served a roll that had the consistency of hard tack from the Edmund Fitzgerald. Wife ordered the salmon and it came out underdone and very oily. We expressly ordered it to be mid well. I ordered the bone marrow and got half a bone, with minimal marrow. For my money, Taylor's is a better choice.
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Sam A.
Went here for happy hour. Small menu for happy hour but I gotta say that the burger was AMAZING!!! I would recommend trying the burger which I think they only serve during happy hour. Chef Michael Mina himself came out and we thanked him for the great food. He also recommended the premium steaks and one special steak that is not on the menu. Sorry guys cannot tell you what that is. Your going to have to go there and ask him yourself. I will definitely go back.
(5)
G R.
Located right next to Din Tai Fung restaurant and Americana, so parking is not easy. Be sure to use valet parking for Nordstrom. Restaurant will validate your parking ticket. It has nice decor. Very clean and modern feel to it. Service was courteous and friendly. Food was hits and misses. We love the caviar parfait and the bone marrow. The duck spring rolls (it should be called egg rolls because it was fried) was average borderlined boring. Steak was nice and tasty, although mine wasn't cooked the way I asked and had to be sent back. Went for my birthday, so can't really comment about its pricing.
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Toni N X.
Free duck fat fries for every table. Great! Had the lobster pot pie (wow on the presentation), porterhouse steak rare, a white fish dish, a salad, mushroom side, and truffle mac n cheese side, a bunch of desserts, white wine, whiskey, port, between 3 girls. Yea we ate a lot! Everything was delicious. The super friendly staff saw to our every need. If you need something just ask, they are very accomodating. The coffee here is top notch too. All in all a solid 5 stars.
(5)
Jessica H.
Overall, we really enjoyed our meal and the service! We went spur of the moment, late on Sunday evening so the place was fairly empty. In regards to the noise level, there was a man playing live piano near the bar so the noise level and atmosphere was really nice. Very romantic for the first half... unfortunately half way through the pianists song the loud speakers lit up with VERY loud upbeat tunes. Definitely killed the classy atmosphere and made it very annoying to continue a conversation so I would have to agree with some of the previous reviews. Way too loud. It made the upscale appearance feel like a bit of a joke as well. The rest I can say is mostly positive. - We did the Bourbon flight where they smoke each glass with essences. Excellent and smells almost better then it tastes. - Tuna Tartar and complimentary fries were flavorful. - I wasn't crazy about the steak but my boyfriend really liked it. I was more crazy about the jalapeno creamed corn and black truffle mac and cheese sides. - Finally, they had one bourbon macaroon left. So worth it, I have never had a macaroon that perfect! As I said, the service was courteous and attentive. We are definitely going back sometime soon! However, the prices are definitely steep so its a special occasion restaurant in my book.
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S. S.
This is a very LOUD restaurant. Try to request sitting on the sides. The servers are friendly, speedy and efficient. Very attentive. It's a great choice for a special meal or event. The appetizers were so flavorful. Of the 5 of us, not one of us was disappointed in the food or drinks or desserts. A really nice meal. But it's very noisy.
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David C.
Came here for happy hour on a Wednesday. Whiskey for five bucks, half priced oysters, and a rib cap steak. Perfect dinner.
(4)
Amanda D.
What a great place! Where to start? Amazing treats from the chef, fantastic service and atmosphere. Had a great dinner and will definitely be back!
(4)
Chris A.
I live down the street from here and I must say that the lunch specials here are pretty good. I came here for dine LA one time and the menu was extraordinary, especially the dessert which was unfortunately not on the regular menu. For dinner, this place has some pretty decent stuff. The lobster pot pie is really good, but it's kind of pricey at 80 bucks but definitely worth the experience. The steaks here were better than a lot of other places but I don't think it stacks up to Wolfgang puck's Cut or even Ruth Chris, but in all in all the dining experience is great.
(4)
Cynthia V.
Was there earlier this week (business meeting) and was extremely pleased with the food and service! Can't wait to go back!!
(5)
Cathy G.
Happy birthday Cathy, INDEED!! Newsflash : Potatoes fried in duck fat are the cats pajamas(aka awesome). I wasn't too much of a fan of the peppered fries though(too much pepper). We ordered kale salad(mmm tasty!!) and duck spring rolls(seriously it was like lumpia) as appetizers. For our main entree, BF and I shared a medium rare aged porterhouse steak for two( bomb.com ), lobster whipped potatoes(tasted like lobster candy - really could have used more lobster and more texture) and black truffle Mac n cheese(nothing special, couldn't taste the truffle). For dessert, we ordered the bourbon caramel pie(or was it a cake? Either way delicious!), and chocolate ice cream. All made in-house and quite delightful. I'm an ice cream fiend, so you can imagine my surprise when I saw a small scoop of chocolate ice cream at the bottom of a cup - $3.50 for this? Hmmm... throw in another 2 scoops and you have something there. The drinks are pretty tasty also. Had a ginger beer/vodka drink and the BF ordered a 12yr old whiskey with a Japanese whiskey presentation alongside with it, which was educational and a little dramatic(or was that just me?) Overall the service was great! Our server was warm and informative and willing to answer any and all questions we had regarding the menu. Our reservations were for 7:15pm so we got there before the dinner rush - our servers were so attentive. There was one Asian gentleman(I'm guessing a manager) seemed to be a jack of all trades helping several tables all at once(ours, included). It was pretty fun watching him do his thing. He even noticed when I dropped a slice of steak on the table and I nonchalantly picked it up and put it back on my plate. LOL! His reassuring nudge of "It's ok. No one saw. I won't say anything," made putting it back on my plate less embarrassing. Yep. It happened. We did notice many of the other tables that got there after 8-8:30ish were not getting as efficient service, but being that it's still a new establishment I'm sure they will work this out in no time. Oh and before I forget - CHEERS to the pianist playing alternative rock! You are a rockstar. Quick note(s): 1) They DO validate parking. 2) They also ask if you are restricted with time(have a movie to watch/ other plans afterwards) at the beginning of your meal to ensure you can make them. 3) They DO check in shopping bags so you're not pressed for space at the table.
(5)
Matthew M.
I love this steak house what a fun and exciting experience! It is relatively new to the Glendale area and I am really glad it's here. Not only was the food absolutely amazing but the service made it even better. I highly recommend getting the truffle Mac n cheese, filet, and the red snapper. The vibe for me made it all worth it, piano player taking requests and the restaurant didn't feel stuffy. I eat at Vegas steakhouses a lot so I really enjoy the louder more vibrant scene that they are trying to accomplish here. I can't see why anyone would have a bad experience trying out this restaurant.
(5)
Scott C.
First Impressions. Vibrant, energetic scene. Enjoy a good energy instead of a muted atmosphere, especially when dining with friends. While waiting for our table, we walked through the lounge. Establishment is both elegant and unpretentious. Talented live jazz trio was playing at the baby grand piano near the bar. The Bar. Beautifully ornate and stocked with quality spirits; their cocktail looked full of tasty options. Looks like you can enjoy a meal at the bar if you're flying solo or just prefer that setting as opposed to a table. The Menu. I counted 5 types of beef, including A5 Japanese Wagyu. Prices were standard for that level of dining experience. Wine list is awesome; really unique. The Food. Oysters on the half shell were fresh. Fantastic mignonette. Tuna Tartare was among the best I've had. Dry Aged Ribeye. With Crab Oscar. That is all. No chew, so much flavor, perfectly grilled. We had the Refried Potato and Delta Asparagus as side dishes. Amazing! We had no room left for dessert but were celebrating so they brought us the Candy Cart... Worth every calorie. LaMill cappuccino was excellent. The Service. Knowledgeable and approachable. Unobtrusive. Our glasses never emptied and the organized chaos of the restaurant faded into the background as we wined and dined. Will, the sommelier, chose a wine for us that was perfect and the server had excellent recommendations for our entrees. Overall. This is a top-notch establishment. A perfect place to entertain and to be entertained.
(5)
Harry S.
This place is not cheap. Maybe cliche to say this, but this is more than a meal. It is a complete dining experience. The place ia beautiful, the service impeccable, and the food is excellent. The oysters are a must. The Japanese whiskey selection is unsurpassed. The tuna tartar wih quail egg made tableside is surreal. The marinated mushroom side is a perfect pairing with the steaks. And the steaks? Seem to be missing a heartiness I prefer. Something is lacking. Still great, but not $70 great. Neverthelss, the overall makes this a worthwhile indulgence I will do again.
(5)
Ani V.
Took my boyfriend here for his birthday for some steak. I ordered chicken and he ordered steak (I forget which one). Our waiter was very informative, very friendly, but also very formal. The trio of fries on the house were great. Our food was just the right amount. I wasn't left bursting but I ate all of my food and shared a dessert and was perfectly content. It isn't a place you can go just for casual dinner unless you can pay for it but definitely special occasions. Try it at least once. :) Nice place for a date or a girl's night out. NOM.
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Patrick Y.
What can you say went your dinner experience,choice of wine and the service you received was unbelievable. You Just keep coming back with family and friends Kudos to the management team, chef and the entire staff.
(5)
Ella M.
Great ambiance, delicious food and excellent customer service. I have been to Bourbon Steak several times, and I've always been pleased. This review is to mainly recognize our server, P.J. P.J. is precise, alert, very polite and friendly. Nowadays you don't see many servers like him! P.J. is not just an ordinary waiter, he is the best at what he does.
(5)
Jon M.
It is my sad duty to report that I am not reviewing the steak. Fourteen coworkers and I took lunch in the private dining room at Bourbon Steak. Unfortunately, the budget didn't cover steak, so I went with the Bourbon Steak burger, medium. I will say that it was done to the exact specifications of everyone who ordered it. The onions and mushrooms were both very flavorful and well prepared, but the meat was very salty. The fries were not plentiful, but were nicely seasoned. I ordered a coke and was surprised to find it tasted rather watered down. Given the scope of the bill I'm only too happy not to be paying, I don't see why this place is so mediocre. The burger is no better than one you'd get at Applebee's for half the price. Maybe the steak is good? Don't get a burger.
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Derek D.
Nice for lunch but stunning at dinner . They have live music in their bar area. Tuesday night is jazz trio. Perfect place for date night if you want to impress someone.
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Tho B.
Came here the 1st time w/ friend for her company dinner. The restaurant was very nice, service was excellent - Thanks so much !!! Appetizers were ok, duck spring roll was very salty. (Btw meat was in a roll using deep-fried wrapping, seal w/ egg-wash & deep fry in oil - it's a EGG ROLL, not Spring Roll. If you borrowed a dish, at least stay true to the description. Being Vietnamese, I can't stand it when restaurant using the words wrong). Steaks were very tender even though not as tasty as I expected from a steak restaurant. We enjoyed the side dishes very much though. Desserts were the best part - individually in the cute mason jar. Chocolate peanut butter mousse was delicious - highly recommended.
(5)
Mary J.
Went to The steakhouse for a girls' night out last weekend. We arrived in plenty of tome to take advantage of Happy Hour prices. We tried the Sangria and Lucky Lindys. Both were delicious. And went well with our appetizers. We opted for the duck fat french fries, the duck egg rolls and potato skins. My favorite was the fries, then the duck egg roles. The potato skins were too rich. When it came time for the main course, we ordered a porterhouse steak and shared. I was disappointed to say our piece had a large section of tendon running through the steak. I know a porterhouse is no filet mignon but this was super hard. The truffle mac n cheese was yummy.. Last but not least was desert and coffee. The coffee was delicious! We went for the desert cart. We tried the macaroon, lintzer coolie, chocolate bar and chocolate sandwich cookie. They were all a wonderful accompaniment to the coffee. My most favorite was the Lintzer and least favorite was the chocolate sandwich. The staff was attentive and very nice. Worth a visit.
(4)
John B.
Very nice atmosphere. Service was fantastic. Our waiter probably spent 10 minutes going over details of multiple dishes. He was a walking encyclopedia of food! Trio of fries was a pleasant surprise at the start. Signature tuna tartare was good but probably not as good as other places. Didn't care for the pine nuts mixed in it. Overall definitely pleasantly surprised by the food and service.
(5)
Armine A.
Well then...this was $150 clearly that went down the drain. The 1 star is for the service. I ordered the garlic sirloin and my husband the rib eye and it was dry, no flavor, and cold. Our sides of mac & cheese and mushrooms were also cold and flavorless. The couple next to us had so many things wrong with their order, management came numerous times to their table to apologize. Not worth the time, money, or energy!! Keep your money and go to a better steakhouse.
(1)
David C.
Some of the best, most polished service I've ever had in LA -- a balance of crisp professionalism and California casual that is difficult to do well, but the staff here knocks it out of the park. The wagyu flat iron was sublime, as were the incredible candy-like Brussel sprouts and the highball-glass-sized white chocolate dessert. High marks all around.
(4)
Ariana V.
NOT BAD, but take my review lightly as I am a steak newbie. 3.5 but I round up because I liked my food. I don't know where to go for good steak. I really don't. But for a place that's relatively walking distance to my house, I think it's good enough. I enjoyed the taste of fancy. While I think the price was a little on the pricier side - someone correct me if i"m wrong. I'm sure we were paying for the ambience. I had the NY skirt steak, medium rare and the BF had the American Wagyu. It was perfect. Just enough tenderness and good flavor. We also had the truffle mac and cheese. While good, it was passable. Waited a little too long before dessert, so we didn't end up with the dessert cart. For shame, as I love throwing money at sugar. Nothing really caught my attention on the dessert menu, though. It's a nice addition to Glendale, I think. Although it is on the corner of Colorado and Brand -- it's interesting to be in such a nice restaurant with the view of yoshinoya and the strip mall.
(4)
Mohammed S.
Worst place on earth drink take about a 45 Min waaaayyyyyyy over rated it's a 3 of a 100
(1)
Jennifer J.
Loved our dinner here. Garlic Steak. Duck Fries (Served in the cute little containers, super-cute). Whoever thought CAULIFLOWER could be roasted and become such a good thing? It was absolutely amazing. We were greeted instantly, table came up really fast. They had several large groups and managed to fawn all over my sister's birthday even though we were only a party of 3. It was super expensive and we didn't care AT ALL! The steaks came out perfectly, juicy, cooked the way we ordered. Can't stand dry meat. They really know their meats! Non-pretentious waitress, everyone we met on the staff was outgoing and friendly, they seemed really eager to please. They succeeded, too. Would return in a heartbeat. Great Job, Bourbon! Thank you for giving us a perfect birthday celebration.
(5)
Scott G.
BOGGLES my mind that there are any reviews about this place under 4 stars. Seems like most of the complaints are about price - what do you expect from a top notch steak house? It's not meant to be AppleBees. I've eaten here three times for three very different reasons and have been impressed each time. Happy hour at the bar was awesome. Quick burger with friends was great. Full steak-dinner with all the fixings and a few bottles of wine for a work / recruiting event also went extremely well. I'll be back here often.
(5)
Fabian G.
Great experience. Was at the Americana and decided to try this place out. Ordered the Filet Mignon medium w/ whipped lobster potato. Both were very tasteful. Highly recommend this place. Complimentary trio fries were also good. Had mint morrocan green tea at the end, was very good and went down smooth. Will go back!
(5)
Steve A.
We had a blast!!!! My wife received a birthday card with everybody's signature in it. Food was excellent. Service was excellent. Highly recommended. We had a rib cap, and it takes really good!
(5)
Tiff L.
Our service was great & everything was delicious! the complimentary truffle bun & duck fat fries that come in 3 seasonings and 3 dipping sauces were amazing! wish i could remember all of them but you almost have to go just to have that! I had the Tuna tartar which was probably the best of its title i've ever had anywhere! I also had their super popular dish the lobster pot pie. man! the presentation is something else! a WHOLE lobster is in a filo dough souffle thing and they present all their dishes right in front of you putting pieces together. It's just an experience you'd have to try if your a pot pie or lobster lover. Also got a side of truffle macaroni and chess and jalepeno creamed corn. Defintely upscale and come dressed to impress type of place.
(5)
Robert K.
I'm gonna make this one short and simple. Let's just say that this steakhouse ranks lower than the major ones I've been to ie: Mastros, Cut, Ruth's Chris. etc. This is the second Michael Minna Restaurant (Vegas) I've been to and was not impressed.....The place is nice though....
I would give this only 1 star, but since the ambiance is great it gets 2 stars. Comfortable chairs, table sizes are good for small/big groups with fair distance from one table to the next. Live piano music on our visit Friday night. Overall great classic with slight modern steakhouse feel. However, sides were very salty. I was warned about this before trying and it is indeed true, so here's your warning. It's all about the sides. Steaks were undercooked. Asked for medium and they came out rare. All 7 of us in our group. I don't know how any chef can mess this up. Check your thermometers kitchen staff. BTW, don't get the tomahawk ribeye. Double the price for same quality and size as the dry aged rib eye. I love this city, it's a shame we have to drive west to get quality steaks and sides.
(2)
Michele M.
We had a wonderful experience! We went on a Monday night with a 7:00 reservation. Got there about a half hour early expecting to wait in the bar but since it wasn't packed, we were seated right away. They wasted no time in bringing out the duck fat fries, which were very good! I disagree with the poster that said they were not flavorful and didn't taste of the richness of the duck. I could tell! We then had the chilled melon soup and truffle rolls - also really good! Oh..and the oysters on the half shell, always a must for me! Our waitress, Natasha, was attentive and patient as we asked questions and took our time making a decision on the entree. She saw my boyfriend going over the wine list and asked if we wanted to see the Sommelier, which we did. Catherine was very friendly and gave us a few suggestions based on our likes and our meal. We decided on one of her suggestions which turned out to be a very good Toscano. Food-wise we had the Ribeye Caps, Lobster tail and the Lobster mashed potatoes. All were delicious and cooked to the right temperature and were seasoned well. I ate every bite! Then dessert - butterscotch pudding (made with real Scotch - Macallan 12), and a pineapple parfait that I swear had pop rocks on it! Both were amazing. Also during the meal, the GM Michael, stopped by and chatted as did another lady whose name I did not get. Everyone was very friendly and professional, so I don't know where all the "bad service" comments are from, unless they've recently upped their game. I recommend it - but know going in that this is a celebrity owned, upscale steak house and it isn't for the faint of wallet. If you enjoy fine-dining and have the resources, get gussied up and go have a nice dinner! Again, since it was a Monday and fairly early, we lingered for 2 hours and they didn't push to turn the table. And....it was my birthday so they gave me a card that appeared to be signed by the whole staff. A nice touch and much better than a singing horde to embarrass me!
(5)
Jay B.
Excellent food and service although the menu is very pricey. Monday night some of our six member party arrived late but they held our table while the rest of us were in the bar. When seated, dining room was full but not noisy. Wait staff was very attentive and explained exert thing including recommendations. Monday night was 1/2 price on the wine list. Steaks were delicious and splitting orders was fine. The prices will keep you from ordering too much and that's ok because the starters and entrees are filling. Will come again but for special occasions only
(5)
Janelle M.
Stopped by for happy hour. Only a few happy hour priced drinks. No deals on food. Ordered their special pisco punch $6 (tasted like an overly sweet lemonade), only beer on happy hour was $4 abita light (no drafts at this restaurant). Duck fat fries $9 were yummy, lobster corn dogs $14 had a weird sausage like consistency, good for only a few bites then became too rich. Overall nice atmosphere, nice bartender, average food and drinks.
(3)
Mariah O.
Phenomenal! I went to Bourbon Steak on a Thursday night with 6 girlfriends. From the moment we walked in we were treated like royalty. You won't find another restaurant of this quality anywhere else in the area. From presentation to execution each dish was better than the next! We started with the Tuna Tartare, Octopus A La Plancha and the Hamachi & Tuna Poppers. Then we had the Heirloom Beets (a true stand out dish) and the Garden Kale, which was one of the best Kale salads I've ever had. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. Most of my party had the steaks since that is what the restaurant is known for. The seasoning and temperature of the meat was perfect. I've been to a lot of high-end steak houses and my Kansas City Strip stood out as one of the best I've had. One of the true standouts of the meal was the Jalapeno Creamed Corn! I'd also highly recommend the Black Truffle Mac & Cheese. For dessert we all sampled cookies from the Candy Cart which was the perfect end to an AMAZING meal. Now for the drinks - the cocktails were some of the best I've had in a long time. Their Sommelier was superb! He paired an amazing Prosecco with our first course and then a white with the salads and a truly amazing red with the steaks. But if you are a fan of Bourbon BE SURE to take part in the Bourbon cart! The entire experience was amazing and bourbon was unreal! Finally, our waiter, Tony, was fantastic and went above and beyond! I could not speak more highly about the dinning experience!
(5)
Michael S.
DISAPPOINTING! After all the hype and the promotions this place puts up before the grand opening...we finally showup for the delicious mini burger pictures they had as an ad. Here was the waitress answer: "That was a promotion for a very short time...sorry" Well...SORRY YOU WONT HAVE MY BUSINESS! So we left.... Basic rule of marketing: You always backup what you advertise. Gluck closing down.
(1)
Melineh H.
If you want to respond to this review verbally then you will have to speak very LOUD since i LOST my hearing thanks to your obnoxious and SUPER LOUD jazz band. Great place to come with people you dont like cause its so loud you cant really talk to them anyway! Unless they read lips. Then you are screwed.
(1)
Sean L.
Not that awesome...I came here for the steak and I got one if the more expensive cuts- the Australian rib-eye for two. Was not thrilled at all...really lacked a lot of any flavor. Tartare was cool and I've had it before at MM's flagship in SF, but you know something's wrong when the most you appreciated was the complimentary fries and sauces...jalapeño creamed corn was just flat bad and the mac n cheese as well. Sorry but I dished out $130 for this meal when I feel like I could have easily chosen a buffet and been more thrilled with the options...
(2)
Lucy M.
Last night my husband and I decided to try the Bourbon steak house We'll to tell you the truth I would not go back because of several reasons One being it was way overpriced and the food was very bland. We ordered filet and tuna tartar, it was missing seasoning. Had to ask the waiter for salt yes. We both ordered our steaks medium but My steak was cooked medium but my husbands steak was more on the well side. The complimentary fries were excellent
(3)
Victor L.
This review is based on a Father's Day dinner for a group of 6. Entire bill after tip and tax came out to $600 on the dot. Was it worth it? H.E.C.K.N.O. Made a reservation and was confirmed for 7:30pm, the lady accidentally put us down for 8:30pm, good thing there were things to do around the area while we wait an hour. I have to say, the most delightful things were the dishes that were free. The 3 different flavored duck fat fries and truffle bread roll. I'll start with a 5 star rating scale for each dish that we ordered. Tuna tartar 3/5 - sesame oil was a bit too excessive and overpowering Flat octopus 4/5 - tasty and cooked correctly Hamachi and tuna poppers 4/5 - both fishes were fresh tasting and rice was cooked perfectly crispy Caesar salad 2/5 - the sardine made the dish way too salty Wagyu burger (med rare) 2/5 - nothing extraordinary, tasted like a regular beef patty with fancy buns Truffled mac and cheese 4/5 - tastes exactly like the name Lobster mashed potato 4/5 - rich yet delicious Asparagus 3/5 - a bit on the salty side, chinese sausage was good Crab oscar 3/5 - pricey, nothing more than some creamy crab pieces with asparagus Flat iron american wagyu 1/5 - waiter literally convinced me that this meat was super delicious, tasty and soft - uhh...took me like 50 chews to finally be able to swallow each cut I made, ordered med rare received rare, but still, this was nothing close to any wagyu I've eaten before, it was tough and extremely chewy, I got it with the crab oscar which was okay, $72 definitely wasted. Rib eye 3/5 - definitely a better cut than the supposed "wagyu", a much better tasting and softer cut than the flat iron the waiter suggested, still disappointing for the price, expected much more tenderness and flavor for a $52 steak...the dad even asked for steak sauce, which is a testament to how the flavor was lacking Caramel stick 3.5/5 - super soft and sticky I'm not going to lie, the service was spot on, everyone was polite and courteous, I'm just extremely disappointed in the main courses/steaks that took a big chunk of the bill. I expected much higher quality steaks for the price, the word "wagyu" gets tossed around so much now, you will never know if one restaurants "wagyu" will taste like the other. I won't be coming back.
(2)
DJ D.
We were seated promptly on a Saturday night with 7:45 reservations. Everyone was so nice and friendly and accomodating - from the waiters to the sommelier. The food was so good, oh my god. The duck fries and the truffle rolls - so good. We kept asking for more rolls throughout the night. The moscato they had was also wonderful. The lobster pot-pie was an experience - my sister had it and she loved it. She asked for more rolls to eat it with too. The dry-aged rib eye was so ON POINT that I had to close my eyes. So good. It was really expensive, but worth the price.
(5)
Skye B.
We went for our anniversary dinner and were taken care of by Scott and Katherine (she's the Maître D) - the service was outstanding from start to finish and the food was wonderful! Everything we tried was really great with the exception of one of the wines my husband had - he said it was bad and at $35/glass - maybe not a good idea. (wines can. be subjective though) The ambiance /decor was beautiful and reminded me of my home in SF which I believe is where Michael Mina is from too and I've been to his other restaurants there and all have been wonderful. The whole dining experience was fantastic and I will look forward to going back!
(5)
Yoyo W.
Came here for a bday about 6 months ago and my mouth is still watering... The presentation is incredible here and definitely one of a kind. The drinks are reasonably priced and very unique so shout out to the bartenders!! We had the Australian wagyu, apparently this is one of the only 3 locations that serves it on the west coast and it absolutely lived up to the hype. First the chef will bring out the meat to you with the huge bone attached to ask if it's up to your liking before serving. When u bite in, just melts in your mouth. Absolutely incredible. The desert selection is a la cart so it's a fun way to end your fine dining experience with your choice of different sweets. Definitely recommend coming in a group to share and try everything!
(4)
Jennifer G.
Expensive meal but good!!! It is a steakhouse so the steak is high quality and well prepared. However the true star dish is the tuna tartar. Words can't express how wonderful it is. Also they were wonderful with gluten free!
(4)
Christine H.
I would have given 2 stars to this place if it wasn't for the duck fries. First off, the ambiance sucked. I was not impressed. The waiters were great, and our water glasses were never empty. I do think for a steak house it was a bit pricier than better places. For those prices I would rather go to Palm's. The steak was very good, but I won't remember it or crave it.
(3)
Ashley W.
Bourbon Steak was amazing! I ordered the filet mignon with creamed spinach. The steak had flavor all the way through. Decent size portions. This meal was definitely worth the price!
(5)
Edwin B.
First off, I'm not a foodie so be a little more lenient on my review. I read the reviews on yelp prior to taking my family to Bourbon Steak - felt overall that we would probably enjoy it but it would be expensive. Let me tell you that it was well worth it. My wife, son and I had a great time. Food was great - had the free stuff (fries and bread), tartare to start like most, wife had the lobster pot pie and my son and I had the bourbon steaks; we also had the jalapeno cream corn and lobster mashed potatoes as sides. Everything was delicious. The lobster pot pie had a great presentation before serving but for my taste was too rich; my wife loved it. Steaks could have been a little more rare for my taste but overall fine. Dessert (coconut something) was great and the coffee believe it or not was awesome; it even came in a french press. If I could give constructive feedback, I felt that our waitress was not as attentive as other higher-end restaurants that I've been to. I liked her personality and she recommended the dessert but she could have been better. I also felt that they could have done a better job cleaning up the table after each service. Again, comparing to other higher end places that clean up your table, this was lacking. Loved the ambiance. Music wasn't too loud in my opinion but we didn't sit right next to the piano; this could have been worse if we were closer. Loved the decor and the lower seat backs; made it more open to all, which I like. Overall, loved it and would compare it to other places we enjoy such as Crustacean and Ruth's Chris.
(5)
JIm C.
This place could be so great .... We went to BS with some friends. They'd eaten there the week previously and had a good experience and wanted to share it with us. I was dubious, having had bad experiences at some of Mina's other restaurants, but we went. First off - PARKING is a nightmare. That's not BS's fault, but it is their problem. We valet'd our front. I got stuck in traffic and ended up wedging my car in where it didn't belong. When we left it took almost 1/2 hour to get our car. We decided if we go again (if) we will park in the garage because then at least we can use the 1/2 hour to stroll through the Americana. My broadest impression is that they are trying to be 'all that' and actually succeeding in some ways (the food is very good) but sorely missing the point in others. Cocktail service is painfully slow - and this is admittedly a pet peeve for me. In spite of sitting in the bar for 1/2 hour we ended up taking our table with just 3 of 4 drinks and had to ask for the fourth from our waiter. Our waiter was a nice young man who gave me the impression he has never waited tables before. He wasn't either overly attentive or remiss, but he also offered little or no help even though he knew it was my first time at the restaurant. Here's the thing... This place is still relatively new. I think it's showing that. I think that's why the reviews are so broadly spread. If you win the BS lottery you end up with a great server and have a great evening. If you don't then you'll end up sort of chasing the elusive good time and paying dearly for it. A restaurant like this shouldn't be that way. It should be perfect - or nearly perfect - every single time. After all... That's what you're paying for. Isn't it? (and as I said, the food is very good).
(3)
Rachel F.
Gracious service, but still friendly -- the hostess even carried our drinks on a tray from the bar to the table, something I have only experience once or twice here in LA. We went on an a Blackboard Eats prix fixe deal, and the food just kept coming. It was delicious: "welcome" app -- three flavors of french fries (pastrami, Parmesan, pickle), amuse: butternut squash soup, coconut milk creme fraiche, crispy shallots, cinnamon crouton; app: tuna crudo with things I can't remember but it was yum; salad: the wedge, but more elegant than usual; entree: petit filet, black garlic puree, potato mash, caramelized Brussels sprouts; dessert: house made chocolate peanut butter candy bar, vanilla ice cream, toasted peanuts. It was a fun and festive environment, although the company may have had something to do with that!
(5)
Tri D.
Enjoyed dinner at Bourbon on a Wednesday night. Made reservations for 730p, and they were prompt at seating us, probably because they weren't too busy on a week night. Overall, the space is well decorated: high ceilings, low back booths and comfortable tables. All adds a touch of class to the ambiance when paired with the dark floors and the professionally dressed wait staff. I concur with all other reviews, it is very loud in here, and this was on a day were the jazz band or piano player wasn't present. Our waitress was Lindsey, and she really knew the menu well. Able to describe the marinade and how each dish was prepared and cooked. Do have to admit that they do make you wait awhile in between returning to the table, but once the orders are in, everything is really smooth. Food was well executed. The complimentary fries come first, and then the buttered dinner roll comes when your entrees arrive. I ordered the garlic sirloin, medium rare, others at the table ordered the filet mignon and sea bass, all of us raved about the quality. I really enjoyed my meal. Lived up to expectations. Steak was wood fire according to how it is advertised, but aroma is not too smoky. Not as much char as I would have expected, but the meat was moist and juices were flowing as I cut into it. As sides, we got: Lobster whipped potato- very good, get this Black truffle mac and cheese- up to you, but really, I wouldn't recommend this Mirin glazed mushrooms and peas- very rich, but worth the calories and savored every bite *each is served in a small stainless steel pot, which is a nice touch and good for sharing Got dessert with the banana bread pudding, so so yummy. They used caramelized sugar to perfection, highly recommended. Overall, I would recommend it. Come without expectations other than you are paying steakhouse prices. It'll be a nice evening.
(4)
Adam H.
This place was amazing. I'd never been here before, but heard great reviews so I took a couple of great friends to try it out. Great feeling as you enter and we'll spread out. Nice live music playing in the corner but not over powering at all. Staff we're amazing and attentive to detail. I thought it was a great touch to meet the General Manager too, Waldo. I must say, great, great, great!! The food was amazing too. Looking forward to taking the wife next time.. Will certainly go back!!!!
(5)
prianka M.
500$ down the drain 1 star for great service 1 star for decor Rest bleh , appetizers were ok ,tuna tartar and duck rolls Steak , very mediocre Sides ,horrible , no seasoning , and the mac n cheese sauce was so weak , not even cheesy enough.
(2)
R D.
I want the LOBSTER POT PIE AS MY LAST MEAL! ridiculously goood! Truffle rolls- insane! The tuna tartare was amazing too! I definitely have no complaints about the food. I decided to give 4stars ONLY because they had EXTREMELY slow service. The price is right for impressive, great quality food - just need to improve the speed of getting those delicious food to your high-paying customers
Takes Reservations : Yes Delivery : No Take-out : No Accepts Credit Cards : Yes Good For : Dinner Parking : Valet, Garage Bike Parking : Yes Wheelchair Accessible : No Good for Kids : No Good for Groups : Yes Attire : Dressy Ambience : Classy Noise Level : Average Music : Live Good For Dancing : No Alcohol : Full Bar Happy Hour : Yes Best Nights : Mon, Wed, Fri Coat Check : No Smoking : No Outdoor Seating : Yes Wi-Fi : No Has TV : No Waiter Service : Yes Caters : No
Eric K.
Here it is. UNNECESSARILY EXPENSIVE. I went here with my gf. Service was good. But only service. Food was either too salty or too sweet. No balance. I ordered JAPANESE WAGYU. The menu stated $32. The waiter said minimum order needs to be 3ozs. So I ordered 5. What i got was 4 small "starburst" size pieces steak pieces. Got some wine, deserts. OK the bill came and the Japanese Wagyu was totaled at $160.... Our total bill was $320+$40 tip. That's about half of our total bill. So I ate 4 bite size beef for $160. So let's do some simple math here. $160/4= $40 a piece. Something is wrong here. And no explanations were given. Also they charged us for something we didn't even get. So my recommendation is DO NOT GO unless you like eating too salty or too sweet food for too much money.
(1)Jeff B.
(Dined 07/14/14 M @ 12:30pm): A welcomed steakhouse to the "Jewel City"! It was the start of DineLA 2014 and a good friend was available to join me at Bourbon Steak at the Americana. Open for only a few months in our hometown, the timing was perfect to finally check this place out. The offer was a three-course prix fixe meal for $25.00 per person. I didn't try his meal, but here was how mine went: Old Fashioned ($12.00) - I had to try one of their standard cocktails. A good serving size, the bite of bourbon was calmed by some sugar and an orange twist. It was sweeter than I'm used to; nonetheless a soothing drink. yelp.com/user_local_phot… Bacon Iceberg Chop Salad (normally $12.00) - A bit on the small side, mixed in were small thick bacon pieces, bleu cheese and pickled shallots. A nice adequate "appetizer" that set the stage for the next act. Maybe the size was larger on their standard menu. yelp.com/user_local_phot… Bourbon Steak Burger & Fries (normally $15.00) - This was one thick mass of cow goodness! Dressed with bleu cheese, layers of caramelized onions, fresh sauteed mushrooms, and an incredible truffle aioli slathered on a juicy and moist patty all packed between a nicely toasted bun, this required a two-hand job. You had to open your mouth wide to receive each glorious bite, and you'll want to like your fingers once you're done. The fries were adequate and merely dressing as the burger was the star. yelp.com/user_local_phot… Double Chocolate Sandwich (normally $8.00) - The chocoholic in me had to try this. This was a late addition to the menu (not even on their standard menu). Although there was chocolatey goodness in every bite, I felt it didn't warrant the price - good but not great. yelp.com/user_local_phot… Service - In a word - impeccable! Granted, it was lunchtime, and according to Michael Main, the General Manager of this location who kindly took the time to come by and chat with us, he noted that they were testing the lunch crowd; normally they're only open for dinner. The beautiful young hostesses adorned in sophisticated black dresses were ever so charming, kind and very personable. And a special shout out to the eyeglass-wearing long dark-haired and skin-colored darling who explained the spoons that hung on the wall once you entered; I was totally captivated by her! Our server (PJ?) was an extremely helpful and easygoing young gentleman who made some recommendations. Our food and drinks came out in perfectly-timed intervals, our water glasses were regularly filled, and once we were done we weren't rushed to leave...even though they were setting up for an employee presentation. The bill arrived quickly enough and we were on our way. Great job! Parking (1.5 hours free with validation) - There were plenty of structured parking within the Americana, as well as the surrounding area. Or, I preferred to park at the Glendale Galleria for a nice brisk walk. Atmosphere, décor, ambience - Fronted by a casual patisserie and coffee bar, you were led into a classy open dining area filled with soft taupe-colored chairs, large square tables tightly covered with white tableclothes, comfortable booths that ran along the walls, a smooth dark wooden floor, and a semi-high ceiling with well-appointed electric lighting and fixtures. More prominent natural lighting came through the front windows but were tempered elsewhere (outdoor front patio area also available). The amount of lighting was contrary to what I've been used to at most steakhouses were a darker intimacy usually was the norm. I highly recommended you stopped at the fanciful bar that was akin to a throwback to a bygone era. There were no decorations, TVs or background music to distract your attention. yelp.com/user_local_phot… Attire - Generally-speaking it was rather casual as I was in an aloha shirt, boardshorts and flip flops. However, I recommended at minimum business casual during the evening. Overall, I was greatly appreciative to Bourbon Steak for including themselves in this year's DineLA - a wonderful program for many to try something new. Their menu and (mostly) drink selections were rather expansive. I felt they've found a nice niche for themselves in Glendale; hopefully others felt the same. And praise to the gorgeous staff! I found very good value based on the prices, service, and experience noted above (total paid experience was around $40.00 before tip). Although the normal prices were definitely on the high-end for this value-conscious diner, the quality and taste were undeniably good! And they accepted my credit card of choice...AMEX! 4.0 STARS
(4)Lance S.
Wow! You've got to get the lobster pot pie. Service was top notch, seating in the lounge was good. Looking forward to our next visit
(5)Rachel N.
Bourbon Steak .... is such a great steak spot. The service is great, the food is amazing, the environment feels like you're in a huge dining room in some huge house. Its comfortable, cozy. Every server me and boyfriend has ever had has ALWAYS been attentive, patient, their menu knowledge is f*ckin' STELLAR, honest with their suggestions, and they're so friendly! All of them! Drinks are great, Apps/Entrees are Memorable, Desserts are easy favorites, and Service is on point! If you're a Steak Houser, be sure to pay these guys a visit! It'll definitely be a nice evening.
(5)James Michael S.
My Favorite Chef Strikes again...I know by now I am totally coming off as a Michael Mina honk but what can I say the dude is a genius. They start you off with the Duck Fat Fry trio which is just legit...I then ordered his signature Tuna Tartare...the best! Spicy, fresh and flavorful. For the entree I ordered the Roasted organic Chicken which was prepared with truffle mac and cheese and a mini piece of fried chicken...GENIUS!! Both pieces of chicken were tender, juicy and flavorful...and the truffle mac and cheese compliments it perfectly. My wife ordered the Wagyu burger and couldn't stop eating it...the thing was the best burger she had ever ordered...Period. Save room for dessert and order the Bourbon white chocolate sundae...this final dish will bury all of your skepticism of my love for this Chef...Who brings together things you don't think go together in a dessert, 2nd guessing even ordering it until you take the first bite and then arguing as to whether you should order a second one. This is the type of restaurant you get dressed up for and wait the whole year to go to...Its a dining experience that only Michael Mina can provide.
(5)Angie H.
The filet was amazing and the service was on point. Definitely coming back here soon!
(5)Maika P.
My guy took me here for my birthday a couple of weeks ago. We live near the Americana and always go to Din Tai Fung. Noticed Bourbon opened last year and was always curious about trying it out. I'm glad we went on my birthday! We went to a Michael Mina restaurant in Las Vegas called Steak before and it was really delicious. The Lobster Pot Pie was TO. DIE. FOR. It was delicious! They use a whole lobster! They cook the pot pie in a pot and bring the actual pot to the table. Then they assemble the pot pie right in front of you. It's really a good enough plate to share, it's alot of food! We also ordered the 18oz Rib Eye, Truffle Mac, and Mushrooms. The rib eye was cooked perfectly. Definitely would recommend it. The truffle mac and cheese was really cheese-y and truffle-y! I also enjoyed the service alot. They were really great even though it was a busy night. Would recommend coming here for an anniversary or for a romantic date. If you park at the Americana structure, they validate parking too.
(4)Paul C.
Some GREAT and some not so great. First and foremost, when you pay $40-50 for a steak, it had better be perfectly awesome, and better than one can make at home, right? Well, here's the good news... their steaks are good. Some better than others. Can I cook steaks at home better? Yes, absolutely, but they did a good job. Were the steaks worth $40-50 each? Not to me. I had dinner there last night with four friends. We all tasted each others dishes, and shared some sides. Here's my take. The fillet mignon, while tasty, was just a tad dry. The rib-eye cap was done perfectly and melted in my mouth. Easily the best dish of the night. The chicken, also a tad dry also for my taste. The Thai Crispy snapper was awesome and cooked to perfection. The mashed potatoes were pasty and probably the worst dish of the night. The duck fat french fries with dipping sauces were very good. The tuna tartar served table side with quail egg and toasted pine nuts was also very good, but a bit under seasoned. The creamed spinach was good, and not too rich. The black truffle mac n cheese had good flavor, but the cheese was not very creamy and rich. It was a bit mealy, or grainy.... not a big fan. The desserts were all very good, but I can't remember what they were... one was a toffee caramel something, and the others were some kind of white chocolate thing... I don't recall.. but all VERY good. The bottom line, to me, is always... would I go back? And while the food was ok, I just don't think it was worth the money considering there are so many other places in the LA area that serve better food, at better prices. Having said that, I will say that the best thing about the place is the service. It's exceptional. All the staff are friendly, caring, knowledgeable, and helpful. Five stars for the services and 2-3 stars for the food.
(2)Charles S.
Last minute decision to reserve this place for my birthday dinner over Houston's and Ruth Chris' . friend didn't really want to go to both of the places because he thinks both places have become too pedestrian. Hence, Off to Bourbon Steak we went. Years ago I went to the original Bourbon Steak in St. Francis, SF and was quite impressed. This time, from the valet service to the end everything were smooth. Valet service actually is a plus if you don't want the hassle to park yourself at the Americana parking garage, cheap is not worth it. You just need to validate. From the start, we arrived on the dot and was seated promptly. The restaurant is about full but not as noisy as Houston's nor cramped like Ruth Chris'. Our server, Joey is courteous and promptly greeted us and wished me a birthday greeting. The appetizer is the three dips with duck fat fries, just as I remembered from my first encounter in SF and as delicious as before. Joey did mention that Monday is special half off all wines in the list. Since the main course would be steak, I chose a red, which is French Malbec which bit unusual because Malbec usually sold as wine exclusively from Argentina, while in France is usually used as a blend. The cocktail that I ordered, something called Something at the Street or something like that is really delicious. It's a blend of sweetness and a little kick from some kind of chili pepper. The Duck Spring Roll is one of the tastiest I ever tasted and they seem to have an excellent saucier, ginger sauce dip is very delicate and complement the duck. The porterhouse steak is cooked to perfection and arrived ready portion sliced so you don't have to go through struggling to cut the meat. BTW the brioche is also delicious. The wine pairs beautifully with the meat, sort of tasted like Pinot Noir with pleasant body. They really has an excellent sommelier. Coffee and dessert next. Since I wanted something light after such a hearty meal, Joey suggested the strawberry mascarpone which is delightful and at the end he brought my petit chocolate covered ice cream birthday "cake". The whole evening was really a pleasant surprise and thank you again Joey to make my celebration really special ! Decor is tastefully done and kind of remind me of New York with the busy traffic outside and quiet elegance inside.
(5)Choo C.
Second time here and it was much better than my first experience. The restaurant itself is beautiful and the service is amazing. PJ was awesome and took great care of us. Had the petite filet mignon, truffle mac and cheese, creamed spinach, whipped potatoes, caesar salad, duck spring rolls and the chocolate peanut butter mousse. The filet was perfectly cooked, but could have been more tender. Everything else was really good, but the chocolate peanut butter mousse was my favorite of the night.
(4)Franz T.
Celebrated my 36th birthday here with family and friends. The workers at his fine establishment not only went out of their way to take care of us, but also took the extra time to ensure that each of my party members were satisfied with their drinks, appetizers and entrees. The atmosphere, drinks and food are simply amazing! It was slightly pricey, but then again, we get what we pay for.
(5)Sarcaswit Z.
So....dark, sophisticated, modern interior, well dressed wait staff, decanters on the tables, the place certainly looks the part, but I'm not sure if the sum of all the parts ultimately add up to anything noteworthy. I don't expect drive-through speed service when I go to a steakhouse but the neglect at this place is quite extraordinary. It took staff 10-15 minutes to come and get our drinks orders. That is too long of a wait in my book. Their complimentary appetizers, on the other hand, which consisted of various flavored fries and sauces were brought to our table more than half an hour after our arrival! It was fun to sit and look around for the first couple of minutes, try to get a sense of a new place, but after a while you begin to wonder if they've just forgotten about you. I also realize lobster or steak take a while to prepare but what was the excuse for the long wait for salad?! It made no sense and I became really disappointed with the service pretty much from the get-go. Then came the food. So based on Yelp reviews (that's right I blame you guys entirely!) I ordered the Lobster pot pie. It looked awesome but tasted just alright to me - not amazing. You get a whole lobster which is great and the pastry like bread that comes with it is pretty damn good but the sauce could have been stronger - then you just have a bunch of uninspired vegetables accompanying the lobster. The whole thing was a little on the subtle side for me - at $76 I expected more of an oomph from the dish! Their rib-eye steak was pretty good but again, not impressive to such an extent that you think wow! The mac and cheese we got on the side was very average - nothing special. We also had the bone marrow which I actually liked very much. The bread that came with it, in particular, was delicious. Caesar salad with chicken also gets thumbs up - the chicken comes on skewers and I am not sure how it was cooked exactly, but it was very tasty. Once we were completely done, Michael the manager stopped by our table to ask how things were going and if he could be of any help. We thanked him but at that stage I didn't think it'd make much sense to start complaining about the slow service so perhaps too little, too late. He did score points by making the effort though! Right when we were about to pay, I noticed there was a fly in my sparkling water. I actually fished it out of the almost empty glass and strangely it was still alive. When we mentioned this to the waitress she just said: Oh I'm sorry, is it like a fruit-fly, sorry about that, (no, it most certainly did not look like a fruit-fly!) and walked off with the credit card. She was polite but acted as if it was no big deal, which I didn't think was very cool. Other minor irritations: it was pretty loud in there - the waitress could barely understand us. The AC was blasting and annoying me as usual but that's just a perpetual personal problem that I like to whine about! This place basically went from a potential 5, okay who are we kidding, I rarely do 5's- so from a potential 4 down to a 3 within minutes of arrival due to the slow service, then it worked its way up a little bit to 3.5 during food. Then in fact it did hit the magical 4 once the manager checked in on us because it made me think they actually care, but then in the blink of an eye dropped back down to 3 again because of that damn fly and the waitress' seemingly nonchalant attitude towards it. So there you have it: a roller-coaster of emotions this one! Over $200 out of pocket for an okay experience for two, not outstanding. Perhaps if it was a little more affordable, service timelier, and the temperature more comfortable, I would return, but as it currently stands I doubt it...
(3)Harry S.
This place can be summed up in one word: Disaster. Every possible negative experience one can have in a restaurant in 90 minutes. They could not have given us a worse dining experience if they tried. We had reservations. I guess that doesn't matter here. We arrived on time, but our table wasn't ready. "No waiting area, please feel free to sit at our bar while we get your table ready, sir." We did. And we asked for a number of drinks on the drink menu. It took four or five tries until they had something we wanted. Seemed like they were out of 80 percent of the whiskeys on their list. I paid about $25 for a shot of whiskey I would normally never have ordered. And it was bad. And, our bartender, while polite, had almost no product knowledge. Stands to reason that if you are going to charge an exorbitant price for a drink, you should at least be able to describe it. No such luck. After our Great Depression/prohibition era bar experience, off to our table. The list of shareable appetizers is embarrassing. We ended up getting sides as appetizers. I have NEVER, EVER had food so salty. EVER. Both dishes were totally inedible. It was painful. Then, our entrees arrive. Worst. Steaks. Ever. Worst. Waiter. Ever. I think they used all the salt in the restaurant on our appetizers, as there was clearly none in our entrees or sides. Flavorless. Bland. Without texture. I wouldn't have minded the horrible food as much if our waiter actually gave a bother. He disappeared after our food arrived until the bill came. We were done eating, leaving the overwhelming majority of our food untouched, and waited forever for our waiter to return. He made three trips: one to take our orders, one to deliver our food, and one to drop off our check. The fact we touched almost none of our food was too subtle a sign for this NASA engineer to figure out our food was horrible. Why two stars? The decor is nice. That's it. I have tried and tried to come up with positive things to say about this place. That's all I got. $400 for one of the worst meals I have ever had, with some of the worst service known to man. One last thing... This WAS a great place once upon a time. For a very short time. It has seen a sad decline. My last experience was like the one before it. I figured it deserves two tries before a poor review. It cost me almost a thousand bucks between my last two meals here to get to this point. Next time it will be a frozen entree from the local grocer's freezer. At least I will get what I expect. Michael Mina, I was a huge fan. Now, I just feel sorry for you. Maybe a tour of the local McDonald's kitchen and a few months flipping burgers would be a good place to rebuild a foundation in the culinary arts. For now, it looks like a whole lot of ego vomited all over a nicely decorated place that would be better occupied by a Sizzler.
(2)Alexander R.
Awesome food Great decor Outstanding layout for its size Waiters are attentive and polite Noise level is geared towards a large group not for an intimate setting.
(5)Samy A.
Very expensive for what you get. I had the bone-in ribeye medium rare and it was mediocre. About a quarter of the steak was uneatable because there was a lot of connective tissue that was not broken down. Also the steak was definitely unseasoned -- a little salt and pepper goes a long way. All in all, I can get the same meal at any chain steak restaurant for half the price. Not going back.
(2)Jennifer S.
This is a great place to go if you really just want to spend money. Lots of money... Now, there are some nice things about this place. The duck fat fries are complimentary and according to my companions, quite tasty. The decor is nice, nothing super special or innovative but its a pleasant space. The service was so good that it bordered on obnoxious. I mean, attentive staff is great. All our food came out on time and we had what we asked for in a reasonable time. But I really began to feel that every other sentence was being interrupted by someone asking about or checking on something. The food was good. We went for the Dine LA and had three courses off that menu. The beet salad was by far the best thing I had. Very fresh and the cheese was smooth and creamy. My steak was properly cooked but all in all, it wasn't anything remarkable about it. The Tea and Biscuits dessert was very light and had a lovely flavor to it. Too bad there was only about a spoonful of it on the plate. So thats it. Very middle of the road. Not great but not bad. For the prices listed on the regular menu I won't be making a return trip. I can eat way better closer to home.
(2)Scott Corey L.
Great Cap Ribeye and service by Robin was outstanding. Everything was cooked to perfection.
(5)Jessica R.
Ok, now I was craving steak and did not want to drive to LA, so I decided to give Bourbon Steak in Glendale another chance. From the last time we were here I guess they only to do dinner now. I called in to make sure they had room for us and they did so they made a reservation. Upon entering the restaurant, the ambiance was different. The hostess was very welcoming. My son is very friendly and likes to say Hi to total strangers and she greeted him. They sat us very quickly and brought him a coloring paper and crayons . The waiter was very nice very helpful on recommending items. My son had a skirt steak and fries kids meal, husband a wagyu beef and I a petite filet mignon. We got a side of the Truffle Mac and Cheese. One of the BEST Truffle Mac we had. Everything was Perfect, nothing went back. The food was great ,the restaurant made a great transformation. Everyone was very kind. They gave comp fries which was a plus for my son. I am glad that we gave them another try. Will be coming again soon.
(4)Cindy S.
This place was amazing! Went there for my birthday and what a great experience. Appetizers, steak (melts in your mouth), fish, drinks, desserts, staff... everything about it was good. They started us off with complimentary fries with three different dipping sauces -- super delish..especially the pickle flavored fries (don't remember the exact name amd flavor). But I think it was chipotle, parmesan, pickle seasonings and they all had their own dipping sauce paired up with them. The tuna tartar avocado mix was mixed at your table. That was the best tuna I have had. Sonething about it was different. Very fresh and tender. Hamachi and tuna poppers- topped on crispy rice. Simpky amazing. The rice has just the right anout of chewy and crispiness to it and the fish was just perfect. Beet salad was great..especially that goat cheese that comes with it. The steak my friend had was just one of those melts in your mouth kinds.. the red snapper was good too which was paired up with a curry flavored rice. We also got three sides - asparagus, jalopeno creamed corn, cailiflower dish. Clall were great, especially the creamed corn. Loved it with that jalopeno kick. The staff was really friendly. They knew it was my birthday and had a card on the table signed by staff. We started pretty late -- at 945 pm -- and were there til late too but no one rushed us out. I would definitely go again.
(5)Shengte Y.
The decoration in this restaurant is just beautiful. Service is great, my water glass was never empty. This was for a business dinner and we started with the shell fish platter which had lobster, oysters, clam, crab legs, scallops and abalone. All of the seafood was really fresh. The duck fries was pretty good. The dinner roll was awesome, I can just eat a ton of those. After all that I had the dry aged 18oz ribeye with Brussel sprouts, truffle Mac and cheese, and the magic mushrooms. The steak was aged and cooked to perfection and seasoned perfectly. I think I could've had two of them. The Brussel sprouts were very tasty. I would pass and skip on the truffle Mac and cheese. It was runny and not cheesy at all. It lacked any deep cheese or truffle flavor. Very disappointing. The magic mushrooms were great but not magical. I was surprised that they didn't have any of the regular beers like corona, Stella. Ended up with some pilsner that was ok. I'm conflicted as to whether I'll come back again.
(4)Martin M.
I really like coming for cocktails. Robyn is the best server/bartender very professional........
(5)Zanku A.
First time was at daily happy hour which was both a great deal but excellent food. Burger was one of the best I've ever had. Service was excellent too. The environment isn't your typical steak house, ie it's not stuffy. Some may like the open environment others may think it's too Americana-ish. I like the environment for the bar area not sure I like that open environment for the full dining experience. Will have to try it before I can pass judgement on that.
(5)Kirstie B.
Good food, slow service. Quality of the meat was superb, and the sides were well done: we have the cream of spinach and the Mac and cheese. Steak was cooked just right, very flavorful and was quality product. It's a good steak house; i would dine here again. Make sure you get the three steak sauce sampler to go with your meal.
(4)Jennifer H.
I'm a little surprised at the ratings this restaurant has been getting. I don't know about everyone else but the time I went with my family not long ago was more than decent. The bone-in rib-eye steak was actually very good, tender, and well-cooked to exactly how we wanted it. We also ordered the seafood platter which I felt was a bit lacking considering the price. For a similar amount, the seafood platter at Mastros is far, far better and actually worth your money. The price is a bit on the high side and I was surprised only because I wasn't expecting a restaurant in Americana to be that pricey. When we first came in the restaurant it was empty because it was before lunch time but to our surprise, when we looked up about halfway through our meal, the restaurant had filled up quite a bit. The only other unfortunate thing is that our server who was attentive in the beginning had now forgotten about us just because there were more customers. He never came back to us and we even had to ask the bus boy to get us our check. Besides that, as far as the food goes, all our plates were cleared.
(4)Bob K.
Great food, great atmosphere, great selection of vines. As you would expect from a fine establishment, the service was fantastic, the server was very knowledgeable. We celebrated my wife's birthday and were surprised by a small dessert with a candle. Will definitely recommend this restaurant for fine dining.
(5)Joriel A.
My boyfriend and I came here for my (actual) birthday dinner. We had a wonderful dining experience. The service was excellent (just the way I like them), ambiance was classy and romantic. Our steak came fast and cooked just the way we asked for. I had the fillet and he got the rib cap - sooo goood! We shared a pot of asparagus, which was garlicy and tastey! Fresh oysters were good as well as their ahi tartare! We had their deconstructed cheesecake for deasert. It doesn't look anything like a cheesecake or any cake at all but sure tasted like one. They started us off with their conplimentary french fries with three flavorful dips. Sorry I don't remember them but they're good! Our overall experience was great and we will keep coming back for sure.
(5)John A.
Took my girlfriend here last night for dinner. We had a reservation for 9:15 and we were there 15 min early but they didn't give us a problem and seated us. The place was nice, and pretty busy, I don't think i saw another open table. I don't understand why everyone complains of the jazz music here. There was really no loud music that would interfere with hearing anyone talk. It was just a guy playing the piano and I found it pretty nice, not loud...at all. I ordered a filet mignon and my girlfriend ordered a caesar salad (who gets a caesar salad at a steakhouse, right?). We also ordered the black truffle mac & cheese and half dozen oysters to start with. They brought out 2 truffle rolls (bread roll with truffle inside) and their fries sampler trio complimentary and both were very good. The steak wasn't all that. I've had better filet mignon at tons of other places. The truffle mac and cheese was pretty good too but I would still take BOA's mac and cheese over Bourbons any day. The bottom line is, the place haas a cool ambiance but I wouldn't see myself going there for dinner to enjoy a steak again. I'll probably go back next time around lunch hours and try out a burger, they look really good.
(3)Harry T.
Our experience last night at the Bourbon Steak Restaurant over at the Glendale Americana was superior to most of our other experiences at higher-end steak houses. Besides the delicious West Coast oysters, another superb highlight was the rare offering of the "rib cap", the filet style, non fatty, non boney portion of what would otherwise by multiple rib-eye steaks. (Restaurants don't usually offer this cut because they can make more on offering the multiple rib-eyes.) More kudos goes out to the restaurant as the wife enjoyed the seared foie gras accompaniment to her filet which she enjoyed greatly! They have a comprehensive fine wine list accompanied by their tremendously helpful informative and sommelier fresh from their lauded restaurant in Las Vegas. All the service was top-notch too. Try it; you will probably like it!
(5)Jenny Y.
Dinela Summer Edition #1: $25 lunch menu =d -Corn Veloute: Delicious and very sweet but paled in comparison to my friend's appetizer! The prawn was slighly overcooked and I guess I didn't get the memo that I was supposed to mix the whole soup before consuming. They had placed the prawn on top of a salty sauce and a slice of roasted chile. I wish they had removed a few of the seeds because it was spicy x_X Other than that, it was an enjoyable soup. -Burrata Salad: I was so jealous of my friend for ordering this. The date jam and crunchy topping made this dish fun. -Skirt Steak: I try my best not to order the same dish when I'm out with friends, because we can always try each other's dishes =d But at a steak house, I had to order a steak. Especially when it's $25 for a 3 course lunch! =d The steak was like any other. It wasn't bad but it wasn't great. The curried cauliflower with almonds and golden raisins were an interesting accompaniment to the steak. Would I order it again? Probably not, but I'm not really a fan of curry. -Vanilla Custard: Mmmmmm so creamy and milky =d Again, my friend won in the choosing game =T -Chocolate (whoopie pie?): I forgot what this was called but it was like a whoopie pie. The buttercream was waxy and not appetizing. The chocolate cookie had a bland flavor profile. I took it home and aged it for a day. Today, it was delicious and definitely a winner. So, if you crave chocolate, ask for this to go and eat it the next day =d I've also been here for their burgers and I must say, their bourbon steak burger is a darn good burger. If you come for lunch, they have a lunch special for $19 where you get choice of fries or a salad with your burger, a drink and a cookie to round out your meal. I saw the pictures of the fries that people got, mine were completely dusted with a green powder. I wonder what it was, but it was darn tasty =d Skip the bacon cheeseburger though, it was very forgettable. ps...just looked up the word "vadouvan", it's a blend of indian spices...oops!
(4)Jackie M.
Came as a group each person ordered something individually so I got plenty to try. Ordered a steak and that was ok but not what I expected as the waiter talked it up much. The staff inside the restaurant was nice but as soon as our waiter came to us he greeted us and left us alone. Not to check to us or ask if we're ok. Lots of waiting. Great to try once but will not be back again.
(3)Amy C.
I'll give this place way more than 5 stars if I could. I had one of the best dining experience at Bourbon Steak. Came here on a Sunday night for dinner and had a long dinner with few friends. Every server we came across (special shout out to Natasha!!) was very attentive and nice. We started off our meal with the duck fries - little salty (just the way I like it) and the truffle bun/roll (I try to stay away from those free bread, but this was too good not to gulp it down) The appetizer - tuna tare tare, octopus and the kale salad were all amazing. I especially liked the kale salad - the dressing was perfect and who doesn't like healthy kale before diving into meat heaven ;) We ordered the american wagyu (little less fatty than the Japanese Wagyu just the way I like it), Japanese wagyu, Lobster pot pie (there was a server dedicated to serving the lobster pot pie, which was pretty cool: plenty of lobster meal with perfectly seasoned stew) and the sea bass The dessert was also AMAZING - we were given a special dessert (not on the menu sadly). I would go back to Bourbon steak just for this dessert if they would make this for me again.. I can go on and on about this place! Highly recommend for nice family dinner or romantic date night.
(5)Liza K.
Luxury dining. You get what you pay for, and it doesn't come cheap . Very filling and hearty meal. We were 2 people and the bill was $200. complimentary trio duck fat fries, A glass of wine per person, ricotta cavatelli which is amazing , a 32 oz dry aged porterhouse to share, truffle Mac and cheese( meh too much truffle oil and much too liquidy don't recommend it) and dessert. It's the next day and I'm still full. The service and ambience was my favorite part Comfortable spacious booths, great for date night, time goes by fast here. Bonus: free valet for 3 hours
(4)J.P. B.
This fairly fancy restaurant that just opened just outside of the Americana in Glendale. It has a modern vintage feel, and their staff and service is quite excellent. They have a good selection of wine, and if you're not sure what to get, they have a sommelier on hand to help you with the food pairings. The food, the steaks are quite good, and so is the lobster. The truffle bread is MOST excellent. I like how they give you a "french fries" sampler with different sauces to choose from at the beginning of your meal. The only real 'draw back' here is the pricing. Come and expect to splurge a little when you come here and have entree and glass of wine.
(4)Lalo R.
Just stopped by for a quick drink and ended up having a light lunch Had the duck fat fries 3 ways which are nice and crispy and full of flavor especially with the 3 dipping sauces ... Also ordered the tuna tartare.... Nice and rich with a quail egg on top...mixed table side to perfection definitely a must try... Served with white bread slightly toasted... Also had 4 drinks... A negroni with bourbon instead and slightly carbonated by the bartender.... Nice new variation that had a nice pop... Overall my bar experience had been very good the first 2 times I have been here...
(5)Amy P.
Glendale was starving for a good steakhouse and I'm happy to report that Bourbon Steak has filled that void - classic yet modern, quality ingredients, a comfortable yet streamlined setting, and the perfection of service and taste that Michael Mina absolutely requires. This classic steakhouse (reimagined) offers nostalgic renderings, such as his signature lobster corn dog, fresh chilled shellfish platters, caviar presentation, truffle mac and cheese and his playful root beer float to name just a few. You can also get what classic dishes MM does best like his famous lobster pot pie prepared tableside as well as his delicious tuna tartare with Asian pear and sesame oil...mmmm... The steaks are wood-grilled and the temperature has been perfect all 3 times I visited the restaurant. The service is warm, yet professional and never overbearing. Before your meal begins, you are served a trio of duck fat French fries all with different seasonings accompanied by 3 different house-made dipping sauces. Fries are my weakness and these are salty, crispy, a little meaty and brilliantly genius. As for the side veggies, the asparagus and the mushrooms were delicious. I love their Iceberg wedge salad as well. Ohhh...and the drinks...if you're into whisky, try the Japanese whisky presentation served with ice flown in from Japan with torch-charred caramelized pear prepared tableside....what a delightful presentation and experience! I'm so happy that the restaurant opened. It's a perfect respite while shopping at the Americana and something that the area desperately needed. Yay!
(5)Sonig M.
Came to Bourbon Steak with my boyfriend for date night. What a great experience! I don't eat red meat so at first I was a little hesitant, but I know how much my boyfriend loves his steak so I thought that there had to be at least one item on the menu that I can have. I had the roasted chicken with truffle Mac n Cheese. WOW was it delicious! The chicken was cooked perfectly, juicy and fresh and the Mac n Cheese was the perfect addition. I am a huge fan of Mac n Cheese and usually get it if it's on a menu. Having it come with my meal AND taste great was a big plus! Our server gave us complimentary french fries (3 kinds) each with their own dipping sauce. We devoured them! So good! Besides the food being great, the service was amazing! We had made reservations and got seated as soon as we walked in. The employees are very attentive and always asked if we needed anything. They were very sweet and made our experience an amazing one. We couldn't stop talking about how great their customer service was when we left the restaurant. The place is beautiful, clean and very classy. It is a romantic place and perfect for date night. It is conveniently located at the Americana so after dinner you can walk around, have some coffee, or catch a movie. We will definitely be visiting again. :)
(4)Natalia P.
Ambiance: 5 stars Asian male host: 5 stars Food/ drinks: 4 stars Waitress: 2 stars Price: $$$$ 2 stars Amazing feel just walking in to this decadent looking restaurant. We were just shopping at Americana and decided to dine here on a whim since they just opened. The restaurant was packed on a Sunday night. We had to dine at the bar lounge but was still very impressed with the decor. We received trio duck fat fries on the house (not sure if this is just for grand opening or a normal thing), and it was excellent. We ordered: Lobster corn dog $16: Don't get this. It could have been mashed tiny shrimp and you don't even know. Either way, it wasn't tasty. Extremely salty. I couldn't even finish one. 0 star. English Peas Agnolotti $15: Don't get this either. Pasta texture was too al dente: Chewy and gummy. It was like a much smaller ravioli. Very forgettable. The sauce was not captivating. This is not an Italian restaurant so don't order Italian food. 1 star. Garden kale salad $12: It was the better of the three. It was good not great. Very simple ingredients. 3.5 stars. Filet mignon 8 oz. $41: Asked for medium well. Received medium rare. 3.5 stars Garlic bourbon sirloin 8 oz. $28: Asked for medium rare. Receive medium well. This was probably due to our very ditzy waitress. However, this cheaper cut was so much more flavorful and delicious than the filet mignon. We mainly shared this steak all night. 5 stars. Lobster mash side $9: GET this! Super yummy and delicious. The cheapest smitchen of lobster meat, but the mash was unbelievably delicious!!! 5 stars Truffle Mac an cheese side $9: DON'T get this! Suck. Too al dente chewy and gummy. Again, they can't cook pasta here. Sauce was bland. 1 star. Whiskey: First time I had whiskey so I can't rate it, but I know I don't like it. However, this place just makes you want to get one. Overall verdict: I will come back because the ambiance is gorgeous! There are a few good dishes...Probably stay away from the appetizers as they are not well thought out. I don't mind paying this price, I just feel like the portion doesn't justify the price since most of it was not really good. They are kind of an underdog in LA Metropolis of celebrity steakhouses, so they shouldn't charge top dollar for just being decent. For example, our bill was close to 200 tax and tip. For that price, Mastros or Osteria Mozza would be a better choice for taste and service. 4 stars for garlic bourbon steak, lobster mash, and free fries. Waitress: Seriously, they need to train better or hire new service. Our waitress was clueless, ditzy, and too casual for this price point. 0 star.
(4)Asa B.
Great Steak House. Just what you expect from Mr. Mina. Started with the comp fries then to steak and some sides. Did not get the top of the line but it was great. Don't know why I cheapend out as I was delighted to be there but next time will go to the top. Please note that the Angus steak I had was very good. Special point out to Justin Yu the Asst. GM. Was on the floor making sure everything was done right. Came by each table to make sure. Service above and beyond. A guy who really cares about the place he runs. Giant cudos. Cheers all from the Napa Valley
(5)Fred A.
Great experience. My wife took me here for my birthday dinner as we always go to fine dining restaurant on this occasion. I had the scotch flight with tuna tar tar and filet. My wife had the chicken. They gave us complimentary fries and butternut squash soup. Overall the food was excellent and the service was impeccable. The entire staff was very attentive and knowledgeable without being overbearing. Our waiter just had a way about him that was inviting and relaxing. They even printed out a personalized menu with "happy birthday fred" across the top. Every staff member that came to the table engaged us in a discussion and wished me a happy birthday. If you are looking for an overall fine dining experience with fine dining prices this is an excellent choice.
(5)Aileen P.
This is our second time to visit Bourbon Steak. Our first time was in Aug 2014 for brunch and tonight for dinner. Our experience has been very good on both occasions. The entire staff is excellent. From the receptionist to the wait staff. Joey, our server is magnificent. He is very attentive and courteous. He made us feel very important. He is knowledgable of the menu and gave clarifications on our inquiries about the dishes. The food excellent as well. We will recommend this place to our friends and family. We will definitely be back since there are a lot of dishes we would like to try.
(5)John D.
I'm kind of late on my review, I came there with my girlfriend and we weren't like other guests we were in regular clothes, but I must say the steak was fantastic I was greeted by a manager which was nice at my table, I don't drink alcohol neither does my girlfriend so we got the 2 amazing steaks and a duck fried French fries, ill be returning soon but a like I said a little bit of time has passed hopefully I'll have the same waiter as last time and hopefully he remembers the tip I left :) Great service deserves a great tip great food also
(5)Jarrod M.
Absolutely amazing service and staff, and food was delicious!! I Ordered the lobster pot pie and it was nothing like I have had before, absolutely fantastic. I highly recommend going! Prices are on the higher side, but absolutely worth it.
(5)John Q.
I had really been looking forward to this fine establishment( the title alone had me). My sister had recommended this place to me since I am a huge steak lover and an alcoholic for old fashions and manhattans. Unfortunately, my date and I had to wait about 30 minutes for a table but the whole seating area in the back was actually empty. They were sitting people only in the two front areas and not allowing anyone to sit on the patio. I get it, we're not supermodels and we be cramping your style but please let us sit somewhere in the back first without waiting 30 min. Then it happened, we were seated way in the back where servers could easily miss us. We had a s server who said she was going to get a pen and than she will be right back but instead a totally different server decided to take our menu and asked us for our drinks again. Guess our previous server thought we had cooties... Weird thing is that they took the wine glasses from the table but the bus boy had just put them on a few minutes ago. Funny.. I was going to order a whole bottle for celebrating since I just got a job promotion. This night outing was seriously ruining my festivities. On top of that our food took very long to come out and the New York steak was not even all that I had hoped for. It was mediocre at best. The flavor was just not there. I feel sorry for the cow that was murdered just to be served as Denny's steak special. The signature dessert: white chocolate sundae- type 2 diabetes in a glass. The sales pitch of the cocktails was very strange and tacky ( you took away our wine glasses) That is where I would hit 2 stars because of the food delay due to bad communication amongst staff for the multiple delays. Maybe it was an off day where not the best staff was there, it was a Wednesday. The silver lining to this place was the duck fat fries. But you can't mess that up.
(2)Constance H.
Michael Mina restaurants are usually a hit or miss, but I'm a fan of Bourbon Steak in Glendale. The wine list is quite extensive as well as the bourbon selection :) I love the decor, ambiance and service. Favorites: - Oysters - Lobster Pot Pie - Dry Aged Porterhouse - Japanese Waygu (Kagoshima A5 Rib Eye) - Mirin & Soy-Glazed 'Magical Mushrooms - Black Truffle Mac & Cheese - Macallan 12 Butter Scotch Pudding - Michael Mina's Signature Root Beer Float
(4)Renata G.
First time trying out Bourbon in LA. I recently tried the one in Miami and it was pretty great. I have to start my review with the star of my night. Kristen!! Such fancy places are expected to have great service but Kristen really tops the charts. She puts her entire being into excelling in her job. I told her she needs to stop serving and open her own consulting business to train servers!!! She really gives you great service with personality. I was surprised to see that apart from a few key items the menu is completely different than Miami. On Mondays the bottles of wine are 50% off. Yay! Michael's Tuna Tare Tare- A signature dish, and very delicious. I love the raw egg mixed in. Gives it a unique flavor to a common dish. Chilled Gulf Shrimp- Yummy large shrimp. Definitely recommend for anyone wanting a steakhouse in Glendale. Be sure to ask to sit in Kristen's section!
(5)Michelle A.
Bourbon Steak has a great HH menu with select cocktails around $7.00. Had the ahi tuna tartare and cheese platter along with my Manhattan on the rocks.
(5)Oshin P.
When your in this place , you don't feel as if your in Glendale anymore . Service is gray, a very nice variety of house specialty cocktails , and the manager was awesome and very welcoming . They honestly surprised me, with their food quality and presentation . Not to mention the house cut steak (rib cap cut) which is a cross between a rib eye and a filet . Will definitely be stopping by this place again
(5)Stevo O.
Just got back from a great 1st anniversary party at Bourbon Steak (thanks Stephanie!). Caruso Rewards helped sponsor the event which included free cocktails, appetizers, champagne, and amuse bouche. Each of the different appetizers (8) were amazing, but my favorite was the tuna with sesame on a cracker. Our server was Lindsey, and she had great information to provide concerning each dish. Since we had all the alcohol and appetizers before dinner, we were kind of stuffed and did not go for the steaks (doesn't that always happen?). We ended up with chicken and fish; I know you're supposed to order steak at a steakhouse... I don't think we made a bad decision with our choices, especially with the Chicken, which comes with their famous mac n' cheese. My salmon was ordered with the stuffed baked potato and I was hoping they had some tartar sauce, but alas, the purist does not spoil a fine fish with tartar sauce; I guess there's no ketchup in the place either... All in all, we were able to have a great happy hour for free, and a meal that was delicious and fresh. The table duck fries were a little too salty, but I can't say much, since they were complimentary. If you are on a budget, get there for happy hour between 4-6, when every snack is half off. You can probably get full for under $20.00! Be sure to get validation or sneak into Nordstrom's for 3 hours free.
(5)Arpi G.
Although I was in great company and celebrating a really special night, my overall dinning experience was disappointing. I had high hopes for this place. Needless to say, I won't be returning and I wouldn't recommend it. No doubt about it, the decor is highly stylized and done so tastefully but that's not enough to warrant more than one star. Here is why... Various items on the drink menu were either running low (below serving size) or out completely. That should never be the case at a place like this. One would think for the price, the quality of food and service would be excellent. It was sub-par at best. Our absentee server was...well just that...absentee! The food was inconsistent. The taste ranged from too salty (barely eatable) to bland and tasteless. Once everyone stops being fooled by the attractive facade and realize they are being ripped off for bad service and bad food, it will be "lights off" here for good.
(1)Juliana O.
I was highly impressed on my first visit. Everything is exquisite, from the cocktails to the free fries they give instead of bread, to the appetizers (duck spring rolls are delicious), and of course the entrée (lobster pot pie). The lobster pot pie is unique and delicious. It's a pretty big portion, so you'll definitely be full. The atmosphere of the restaurant was also very nice. They had live musicians playing piano and standup bass. It was a great time, and I definitely recommend this place for a nice dinner. Great for business dinners, family dinners, or romantic dinners.
(5)Amara Z.
Overall: Overall, when you reflect back on dinner at the Bourbon Steak there is a feeling of satisfaction and pampering. As though you have been bathed in caramel if you're into that sort of thing. Service: Service was on par with what is to be expected for a Michael Mina location but also it exceeds expectations in a very special way. PJ was a fine server with excellent suggestions for wines and dessert. Food: The St Geron white was excellent and the sundae melts in your mouth. We started with a dozen west coast oysters and the smoked octopus. The oysters were alright not the best and octopus was perfectly paired with the sauce, red peppers and eggplant. We had the filet which was cooked to perfection, the organic chicken was fresh with a lovely and crispy crust. Ambiance: The decor is beautiful. The cutlery, the napkin rings, the lighting, the table plant, every detail counts. The elegant steampunk design of the restrooms even. Makes for a beautiful and romantic evening.
(5)Marjorie U.
Service is top notch. They have a very extensive wine list. The Halibut I ordered was a bit fishy and it's not as moist. My friend ordered the Organic Roasted chicken and its quite good. Their signature dessert was yummy. I like the texture and its not overly sweet. Our server, Kristen Radziecki knows her wine and what to pair the dish with. She's friendly and I enjoyed her sense of humor. She even recommended a wine for me to try, Dr. Loosen "Dr. L" Be prepared to pay quite a bit. For 2 people it will definitely cost you about $150 if you order a glass of wine each.
(4)Andy L.
Came here to celebrate my girlfriend's birthday. We have eaten at majority of the restaurant in Americana Glendale; girlfriend and I have been meaning to try this place out. We figured it would be a great time to visit the restaurant for her birthday. When we first got in, we were greeted warmly by the host. Our waitress was very helpful in recommending different things to try on their menu and explained in full detail the uniqueness in each dish. After looking at the menu over and over again, girlfriend and I decided on the following dishes: Grilled octopus - the octopus was sous vide and was really soft, tender and just melts right in your mouth when you eat it Ribeye steak - the ribeye steak was delicious and paired extremely well with the truffle butter
(4)Chevy K.
Proceed with caution. This company pays Yelp a lot of money. Keep a menu close by and double check every item on your bill! My last post got deleted! So be careful!!! This is not an imaginary review. Based on incident at the restaurant. I want future patrons to be careful. The restaurant is beautiful and the food is tasty. Very expensive. But charging more than menu price is not acceptable. Also, very pushy staff. Do your own research and do not be pushed around. They are PUSHY! Speaking from experience. They are deceptive for deleting my past post. This is what Yelp is all about. Putting the power of communication and saving other people from hardship.
(1)Vic C.
Last Wednesday, my husband and I came to Bourbon Steak for our anniversary dinner. Since we had such a terrible experience celebrating our anniversity at another restaurant, I thought it would be nice to try another restaurant. A few days before hand, I made a reservation through opentable.com and made a mention in the notes that we are going to be celebrating our anniversary. Upon checking in w/ the hostess, she told us "happy anniversary" and lead us to our table that had a reserved sign and a card written with the words "happy anniversary" on the envelope. I thought it was a nice touch. Anyways, our server, Joey, and bus boy (unsure of his position) was very attentive in refilling our water glasses and taking away our dirty dishes and replenishing clean ones. When we first met Joey and a few other employees who passed our table, wished us a happy anniversary. This is what we ordered: Trio of duck fat fries- complementary and a nice different take on the complementary bread. The duck fat fries (each a different flavor) came with 3 different dipping sauces (2 that are ketchup based and one that was a pickle dill that I loved the best). Michael's Tuna Tartare ($19 prior to tax)- An employee came rolling out a cart and wished us a happy anniversary and showed us the ingredients (Asian pear, pine nuts, scotch bonnet peppers, mint, sesame) that will be used for this appetizer and then started to mix and prepare it right in front of us. I liked this appetizer, as it had different layers of flavor that included sweet, savory and refreshing. Surprisingly it was not too spicy for me, even though peppers were in this. Pureed Mushroom soup with fig- This was a special complementary soup made especially just for us made by the chef. According to our server, not everyone get theses. This soup had a real nice savory flavor and really was quite elegant and simplistic in the small cappuccino cup it was served in. Black Cod ($36 prior to tax)- Our server told us that their fish is quite unique, as it is prepared in their wood oven, which provides that nice smokey, woodsy flavor that I really liked. Portion wise, it is on the smaller size for my husband (but was a good size for me). The small salad side was nice and the dressing was refreshing. Roasted Organic Chicken ($27 prior to tax)- Liked the mix of textures of this dish (fried= crunchy, tender= soft/ roasted) and moist flavor. Also a small portion, but perfect size for me. This came with a small side of truffle mac & cheese that was quiet heavy but cheesy good. Chinese Long Beans w/ 5 Treasures ($10 prior to tax)- This dish was a bit on the salty side, so we did not finish all of it. But I did like the black bean sauce though. Complementary Dessert (for our anniversary)- This dessert was a wonderful ending to our meal, especially since we were both full, we were glad this was small. The dessert had ice cream, a chocolate shell and peanut or hazel nut, all of which makes for a successful sweet ending. At the very end of our meal, our server brought us a piece of one of their in house made candy, petit fours that are individually wrapped. We still have not tried it yet, but I am sure it taste great. Too bad we were too full to get anything from their delicious looking dessert cart (something to look forward to the 2nd visit). ---------------------------- Total= $100.28, prior to tip When we left, other employees that passed us wished us a happy anniversary. Again, it truly was the nice touches and details that made this restaurant earn their 5 stars. They really did make our anniversary celebration special. Everyone truly went above and beyond. The food was excellent and the restaurant had a nice atmosphere (They had live music playing while we were there). I also liked their restrooms, which are individual rooms that are a good size and with those fancy towels that are close to cloth texture. You truly get what you pay for... so a place that is quite pricey (4 dollar signs for a reason), this is the place that lives up to everything you would expect a high end steak house would be. By the way, they do validate parking and there is no free wifi (but now you have less distractions from your meal).
(5)Natalie E.
My husband and I were looking for a romantic spot for dinner so we decided to try the Bourbon Steakhouse. We enjoy bourbon and steak, so we decided to give this spot a try. It also gave us an excuse to try a Michael Mina restaurant. First off, our server Kristen was the best. Her knowledge of the drinks, as well as food was first class. She was conversational when needed and not too pushy. We'd return just to be served by her. Secondly, the food was great. The duck-fat fry trio to start was perfect. It was not too heavy yet fun flavors, I'm seriously craving the dill fries already!! Our steaks were cooked perfectly. We also had the scallops and the bone marrow, which melted in our mouths. The Bourbon tasting has different flavors infused into the glassware to compliment each drink. The Black & Yellow cocktail tasted like a fine cigar. It was lovely! The only thing I would have changed was to not include the Templeton Rye on their Bourbon tasting cart. Yes it's been around forever, but with the controversy over it, leave it off! For dessert we had the Bourbon White Chocolate Sundae which was the perfect end to the meal. My husband and I joked about fighting over the last couple bites. The decor is clean and beautiful. They offer white and black napkins. It is a bit spendy, but you are paying for quality. It was worth it in my book!
(5)Tom D.
Wow! What a great night we had! :-)). Our food was very good but this review is primarily for the first-class service we received from the staff and our amazing server/host, "Giuseppe." It's not often that you encounter top-shelf service at a restaurant, even a fine dining establishment. But last night we were treated wonderfully by Mr. Giuseppe and the accompanying staff at the restaurant. His service exemplified how a guest should be treated. In terms of the food, it was very good. The highlight of our anniversary meal was the tomahawk rib eye. Huge, perfectly cooked, and exceptionally tender. The price tag was a bit much but it was a great steak notwithstanding. The lobster mashed potatoes were also good--smooth and velvety. The cream of spinach we ordered as our other side was also quite tasty. It was well-seasoned and the spinach still retained its flavor and integrity, meaning it was not mushy. And finally, hats off to the bartenders for crafting some delicious cocktails. I took a drink of my gf's sangria, which was quite possibly the best I've ever tasted! Thank you all for a great experience!
(5)Arthur Q.
I have eaten at many high end wonderful restaurants including Las Vegas for over 40 years and have never been charged sooooo much for a meal. When I saw a Rib eye at $54 I thought is was a typo. And that includes nothing else! You will pay a minimum $10 for a single side. For that kind of money, there should be live entertainment, and a view of the San Francisco Bay! After looking at the menu for a bit, we ended up getting the Lobster pot pie for $69.00 , and we split it. It was just ok , but not worth it. They must be paying exorbant rent to charge so much. I also noticed there were about 5 empty tables in the center of the room at 8:30 on Saturday night. Be prepared.
(2)Jam G.
I had really been looking forward to an experience in this restaurant. They had me at Bourbon, but add Steak to the name...I am there. We had planned to come on several previous occasions but the winds of life blew us elsewhere. Tonight, we made it! And...the Octopus appetizer (ordered as part 1 of my entree) alone was worth the wait. We made reservations via phone for four people at 6:30 from home around 5:00 PM, easy like Sunday afternoon. When we arrived, the valet asked me for my phone number and I was flattered, but told him I was married and he was much too young. It was then he told me that he only needed it for the valet service in order for me to retrieve my car...(blush). We entered to find a friendly person and a wall of grandma's travel teaspoons as her backdrop. Cute. They seated us at a perfectly comfortable booth where a bubbly waitress with an intense gaze tried to sell us on some "amazing" cocktails named after characters in current popular TV shows. Felt a bit "sales pitchy". We ordered beverages and soon she returned with our drinks to take our order. Two of us ordered entrées and two ordered two appetizers each as our entrees. The waitress asked us two individually which of the two we preferred to come out first and it was this lost in space moment where we should have laid out our plan...clearly. We did not; we specified which plate we wanted first of the two appetizers we two had EACH ordered, however, we should have spelled out the idea we felt was obvious which was, we two ordered appetizers, two of them (four total) as our entrees... Alright, already. What happened? Our first of two plates appeared and then, for the two who ordered traditional entrees... Crickets... For almost twenty-five minutes. Where was our waitress? On a break? Abducted by the Chinese Restaurant next door? We don't know. We fought to stop three other employees who each seemed to understand we needed our waitress or our food and finally the waitress appeared to tell us they were plating the food. You see, maybe we should have explained our meal plan from the get go. We thought it was obvious when we used the verbage: "I will have" in front of our order and that alone would indicate to the kitchen that our first of two plates should come out with the entrees of our other two guests. Our bad? Maybe. The waitress seemed a bit miffed that we had several people hunting her down... Just a feeling I got when the bubbly story telling server turned into a curt one answer woman. But, the food arrived and no one was disappointed. The New York Steak was juicy and full of all the flavors a great grilled masterpiece should have. The Caesar Salad was fresh and delicate and flavorful. The food was a 4.7 star experience. All four of us made the humming noises heard at the dinner table where REAL food has been served. The sales pitch of the cocktails was tacky. The service was a bit odd. That is where I would hit 2 stars and that is me being generous and partially trying to chalk up the food delay to bad communication skills on my part...but then...where was she? Hence, the 3 stars. I shall return. The next visit will be a solo fly in at the bar to give the service part and the absentee piano player a second chance, as for the valet...he can ask me for my number again and if I drive in my own car I will give it to him. On second thought, those cocktails did sound good. Perhaps I'll Über it.
(3)Taleen B.
Amazing experience!!!! If I could rate them a 5+ star I would!!!! We had originally made reservations for the dine LA menu but we decided to go ahead and go with the regular menu. The customer service was out of this world. From the minute we got there to getting seated at our table and leaving the restaurant. Our waiter explained every thing on the menu thoroughly. We also ordered a bottle of wine which we received help from deciding which bottle to get. The food in general was amazing definitely get the steak done medium. They give out complementary fries while you decide what to get to eat. They have a full cart with bottle of drinks. You could mix and match to your choice of drink. They also have delicious dessert.
(5)Frank T.
Bourbon is definitely recommended. My uncle frequently visits Bourbon since it's down the street from his residence and we took him there for dinner for his birthday. The restaurant is beautiful and it'll seem like you have it all to yourself. We came on a Saturday night and made reservations. It's sad that on a Saturday night at 7pm the restaurant was empty. You would expect that it would be packed. We started with the foie gras (yay it's legal in CA again) and even with the empty restaurant they only had one order left. We shared with the table. We had oysters, the trio of duck fat fries and an order of bone marrow as well for apps. Even though they are just fries, I highly recommend the duck fat fries. The oysters were great, but they didn't have a mignonette which was disappointing. I could've gone without the bone marrow. I also ordered the iceberg wedge and they didn't really do anything that impressed me...it's a typical wedge salad. The main course was fantastic. Since we ordered so many apps we decided to share the Tomahawk Aussie Wagu, Brussels sprouts and black truffle Mac and cheese. I thought that the brussels sprouts was going to be lacking, but it had good flavor. It's not a must have, but for a veggie side, it was good. The black truffle Mac and cheese - this was amazing and I would highly recommend it as a side. The Tomahawk was also a great choice. The beef by the bone was the best part. To end the meal we had coffee and had an order of nutty s'mores. I didn't have high expectations and it definitely made me change my mind. Who doesn't enjoy some s'mores with ice cream? They also gave a soufflé since it was my uncle's birthday. After the s'mores the soufflé was a sugar rush but I can't resist chocolate. We had a great time and left stuffed. I'll definitely be back, but probably won't go overboard like we did during this visit.
(4)Lilith M.
If I needed to just review the service, 100% I would give it 5 stars as well. The staff was SO attentive and professional, we absolutely appreciated it. The food was also delicious, and our waiter made sure we understood everything before ordering. I ordered a glass of wine as well, and the server from the bar made sure I liked it by having me taste it first. I mean, how great are they? Overall my boyfriend and I had a lovely dinner, and the ambiance is just great. You forget you're in Glendale.
(5)Miguel R.
Bourbon Steak is classy and tasty with great service to boot! Why it has only 3.5 stars is not a mystery. There are too many people out there that feel food should always be cheap and in huge portions. Why they even come here in the first place - well, that is a mystery. The Lobster Pot Pie is listed as MP or Market Price on the menu. It cost us $75. If that seems obscene to you, well, then go to the Red Lobster! My BF brought me here for my birthday a couple of days ago! The hostess recognized me and asked where she had seen me before. I told her that it must have been the Yelp event I had attended a while back! Nice! We started of with the complimentary fries that they serve. If I am not mistaken, they are duck fat fries. They come with three different dipping sauces. I preferred the aioli oneover the other two which looked like ketchup. Next we had Octopus a la Plancha which was really good. Too many places over or undercook their octopus. Not here! Mind you the portions were small. Just two large tentacles. I ordered a mezcal drink and even though they did not have one on the menu they said they would create one for me. They asked me if I wanted it tart or sweet and I asked for it sweet. It was quite good and strong! My BF asked for a Tlaquepaque which has tequila. He wanted it infused with jalapenyo so it would be spicy and they did that for him! It was quite good! It was however, seriously spicy! The salad we asked for was quite tasty as well. It was a kale salad. It was very well tossed! Our entrees were a dream! We had the Lobster Pot Pie and Porterhouse Steak! The Lobster Pot Pie is quite an event. They cut the pastry of the top of the pot and then place it on the dish. On top of that they place the lobster and filling. They arrange the lobster on the plate quite nicely! The sauce is just heavenly! The pastry is great! Delicious! The Porterhouse Steak was huge so we shared it! It impressed my BF who is used to really good steak at Mastro's so that says a lot about the steak here. I told him about the Bavette Steak I had tried here at the Yelp event and said it was really good. That is one of the reasons he decided to bring me here for my birthday! We had a really fabulous Bread Pudding at the end of it all! It was so good! The night was not over when we had finished our dessert. The waitress brought us a cart with desserts on it and she gave us a bunch of complimentary treats: a doughnut, macaron, and two chocolate treats! Service here is gracious! They fold your napkin for you when you leave the table and they are always coming around to see if you need anything. They even gave me a handwritten birthday card signed by some of the staff! That was so sweet of them! You need to make use of the valet service here unless you park at the structure in the Americana which is not free. Of course, you can park at the structure in the Glendale Galeria for free and it is not too far away! I highly recommend Bourbon Steak! It is well worth the price you pay! You can't get such quality ambience, service and food at many other places!
(5)Lu Lu S.
Let me just start by my excitement about the Butterscotch Mcallan dessert! AMAZING! I'm not known to like dessert much but the waitress, Robyn, recommended this cup of goodness and WOW!!! It's a great balance of textures, smooth, silky, cold, sweet, tangy and crunch all in the same bite...hard to do but delicious! My raving about this dessert certainly shouldn't take away from the entire meal and the bourbon tasting that proceeded our meal. We got a dirty booth as our first impression of the restaurant but I'm glad we stayed and gave the food a try...definitely coming back.
(4)Eric C.
I've always wanted to try Michael Mina's steakhouse. After I found out there was one that's newly opened in Los Angeles, naturally, BF and I decided to come here for our anniversary celebration, what a treat it was!! First of all, the ambiance is jet impeccable. The service they offered was immaculate and personal!! From the moment we checked in, every staff members greeted us with "Happy Anniversary," BF and I were pleasantly surprised to received a signed happy anniversary card from all the staffs. Our server PJ was extremely attentive and knowledgable, he made all the wonderful suggestions about the appetizer, drinks, main course/meat selections, and desserts. Now, for the drinks, we ordered: Buck (Bourbon Steak's version of the Russian Mule, it's so light and refreshing,) Bourbon Cart (BF is a big fan of "Old Fashion," I suggested him to try their bourbons and even I was impressed with the three variations they served us.) Pinot Noir (oh my god, thanks to PJ's suggestion, this wine was so good! It went well with the lobster, steak, and the (bone marrow side dish.) For Appetizer, to my surprise, my BF ordered the $180 caviar. I was a bit apprehensive at first, my only experience with caviar was simply just saltiness. But the caviar was served with tiny little cakes, cream, finely chopped egg yolk/white, chives, and onion, all in the side. It was truly the best delicacy I've ever tasted! I don't know how the chemistry works, but the combination of the ingredients listed above really made my taste buds felt the richness and the creaminess of the caviar, it has to be tasted to believed! As for the entrees, we went for the Lobster Pot Pie (I don't understand how there can be any negative reviews about this dish, it's to die for: the presentation, the freshness, the creamy sauce, and more importantly, it was presented to us by a server who literally gets the plates setup fresh out of the pot onto your table!!!), Dry-Aged Rib Eye 18 Oz (it's deboned and sliced up, I ordinarily don't care for steaks, but seriously, even an amateur like me, can tell you this is awesome meat!!) and the Bone Marrow (this dish was actually prepared twice, because the chef wasn't happy with the first plate he cooked, so he prepped another plate for us. PERFECTION!!) For desserts, we went for Devil's Food (move away Susina, this peanut butter chocolate piece of heaven totally got yours beat!) and Pastry Case Bread Pudding (ice cream on top of caramelized banana and buttery rum sauce!!!) I truly feel bad for those who claimed they did not enjoy their visit of this fine dining experience. Other than what we had ordered, PJ brought us the complimentary duck fat fries and truffle rolls, each were equally unique and delicious. I strongly recommend you give Bourbon Steak a chance and come for a visit and you'll enjoy the greatness of this fine restaurant :)
(5)Spotless T.
Where shall I begin.... We were acknowledged immediately upon arriving and seated right away. Our server, Peter, greeted me by name and was extremely courteous and knowledgeable with everything on the menu. Peter took us through most of the menu and made everything sound delicious. They actually offer Waygu beef from Japan and Australia! All meats are hormone free. I ordered the a rare bone in rib eye and it was cooked to perfection. My accompaniment was herb roasted bone marrow and crispy apple glazed Brussel sprouts that were to die for. At the end, Justin, the manager, came by to check in on us and provided us with additional information on what makes this restaurant unique. If you want to feel special and pampered while enjoying fresh seasonal delicious dishes, look no further! This is the place to be!!!
(5)Benjamin S.
The wife and I came here for our anniversary dinner this year. The reviews were pretty mixed for Bourbon, but I really felt like indulging and so we came. As many have said, the restaurant is extremely pleasing to the eye. The gentle colors, refined wall mouldings, and lighting really set a pleasant dining atmosphere. It is a bit loud and we had to ask our server to repeat what he said a few times and I don't think he ever heard what my soft spoken wife said the first time. They had live music for part of the evening and this enhanced our dining experience so much that we were sad when they took a break and they put the psuedo lounge/new wave dance music back on. Not as charming as the jazz ensemble. Service was pretty amazing. I think roughly 15 people took care of us and waited on us hand and foot. Neat thing they've got going on with the bathrooms too. The food. They brought out the complimentary duck fat fries many have commented on and they were really good with the different dipping sauces. The truffle bun was also packed with flavor and so was our kale salad appetizer. The amuse bouche soup they brought out (I think potato and leek?) was served room temperature and was a good palate cleanser. The steak and asparagus were next and here's where I got a little sad. I didn't think the steak had much flavor. The texture was buttery and they cooked it to perfection, but the taste seemed absent. I ate about half of it as I was already pretty full and really wanted dessert. I opted for the pineapple coconut parfait and that was outstanding! I left feeling like we had a pleasant dinner, but still felt sad about the steak considering this was a steak house. The next day, I had my steak leftovers which usually steak doesn't carry over well the next day. Big surprise, this steak carried over very well, infact, I enjoyed it more the next day than I did at the restaurant. How could that be? I think what happened here, and judging from many reviews I've read, all the food you receive prior to the steak is so heavily flavored that it takes away from the steak. Had I not had the fries or the truffle bun, I think my tastebuds would have picked up more of the steak flavors. There are many dishes I'd like to come back and try so this will not be my only visit to Bourbon.
(4)Francine L.
I have been wanting to try this place out for a long time and I am soo disappointed that i even came here yesterday on Friday July 19,2014. I have to write this review immediately because I am just not sure if what had happened to me is normal or is this the style that they are using. Bourbon Steak looks like such a modern place with the furniture and the look. Right off the bat we had to wait 30 minutes for a table but when you look inside the whole seating area in the back was actually empty. They were sitting people only in the two front areas and not allowing anyone to sit on the patio which is super strange. The entrance way there aren't any chairs while you are waiting. So people are just standing and blocking the entrance way...ISNT this a FIREHAZARD?? Ok to our meal the server said she was going to get a pen and than she will be right back but instead a totally different server decided to take our menu and asked us for our drinks again. Sadly this was just a no go for me. After we ordered we asked our server if there was a DINE LA menu she said yes...but she still didn't give us one so we just freaking ordered from the regular menu. They took the wine glasses from the table but the bus boy had just put them on a few minutes ago. Service was just seriously not there. Our food took soo long I was honestly wondering if they had to kill the cow and start it from that point. When we got out steaks let me tell you they weren't at all good. The flavor was just not there and by the way the sauces are extra charge. The only thing good or semi alright about this place was the duck fat fries...but SERIOUSLY I will never go to this place again. Maybe I shouldn't have tried it for dinner but honestly this place is just plain not organized. The music switched from classical to crazy pumpin music every 45 minutes. I was starting to wonder if that person was just seriously on drugs.
(1)Christine T.
My girlfriends and I arrived for an early happy hour and while we had a very slow start, the service quickly turned excellent. We sat down for dinner and dove into the delicious warm rolls (was that a hint of sea salt on top?) and ordered another round of cocktails. Our server, PJ, was sweet and attentive. He helped us order a plethora of things: salads, hamburgers, filet, mac & cheese, crispy potatoes and broccoli. While my girlfriends thoroughly liked (not loved) their wedge salads, I adored my kale salad tossed in a greek yogurt dressing. My favorite side dish was the crispy potatoes and my favorite entree was the hamburger (I'm so into them right now!). The service was beyond perfect and not only met, but exceeded our expectations. Thank you to the chef who took it upon himself to send a replacement hamburger after he decided the one that was sent out wasn't the exact temperature we ordered!! We had not even noticed and to be honest, they were both delicious. Thank you Bourbon Steak and see you soon.
(5)Adrienne W.
Excellent service with excellent food. The food was beyond tasty-I can't wait to go back. We celebrated our anniversary and even got free dessert! We got free valet, free fries, free bread and free dessert! I'm coming back for sure!!
(5)Judy S.
Great food Outstanding service Wonderful dinner for tonight Highly recommend for dating and gathering Want to try their foie gras next time
(5)Lyla D.
Oh, WHAT a night to remember... We've been to a couple of Chef Michael Mina's restaurants in Las Vegas and now in Los Angeles and I can say with all honesty, we've not ever been disappointed. We were invited to celebrate my brother's-in-law 20th Wedding Anniversary with more family. My brothers-in-law who are wine lovers brought 2 wines from their cellar. From beginning to end, the TOTAL experience was stellar. Our server, Lindsay, was a wonderful, attentive and professional guide to and coordinator of her service team. Both my brother-in-law and his spouse carried on a knowledgeable conversation about wines with lead sommelier, Catherine Morel, as she attentively served our wines. We were happy to have both Executive Chef Kyle Johnson and General Manager Michael Main visit our table as they checked on the progress of our meal and ensured us a warm and friendly experience in the large and formal dining room. We started our dining experience with 3 flavors of French fries (fried in duck fat) with dipping sauces instead of bread. The flavors were Pastrami, Parmesean and Dill Pickle. The fries were hot, fresh, flavorful and non-greasy. The fries were so tasty and addictive but I had to convince myself to not fill up on the fries because of what was to come. Our food: APPETIZERS: - Duck Spring Rolls were served with lettuce cups, ginger-chili dipping sauce, mint and cilantro. The spring rolls were packed with tender duck meat and the crisp fried wrapper was light. - Sizzling Pancake was light and filled with lobster knuckles, Uni (sea urchin) and pork belly. Its texture was similar to the Vietnamese pancake. - Hearts of Palm Panna Cotta with vanilla gelée, caviar, and frisée. It was almost too pretty to eat but I dove into all of its deliciousness! - Ricotta Cavatelli with bone marrow, black truffles and spinach. This appetizer was decadent, had great textural composition and executed well. - Michael's Tuna Tartare was presented to my husband and another family member with pine nuts, Asian pear, egg yolk and Scotch Bonnet chili pepper. The server then prepared it table side and returned it to the dining table mixed with triangles of bread. Who does that?? Apparently, Bourbon Steak DOES! DINNER: (a brioche-like roll was served to compliment the amazing dishes) - Red wine-braised lamb shank served with caramelized carrots, fregola Vadouvan. The lamb was succulent, tender and flavorful and was enhanced with the fregola (bead shape pasta) Vadouvan (French curry). - Miso-glazed black cod served in a dashi (broth) over a bed of bok choy. The presentation side of the fish was crisp and lightly browned while the fish was rich, buttery, supple yet delicate. Each bite was complimented with a tender-cooked blade of bok choy. - Certified Black Angus Dry-Aged ribeye steaks 18 oz x 2 were shared between the rest of my family. Both prime steaks were done to a perfect medium-rare, juicy, tender (cut-like butter) and seasoned to enhance its natural beef flavor. DESSERT: Oh, yes, we DID! - The Bourbon White Chocolate Sundae was a perfect end to our sumptuous meal. It was a glassful of white Devil's food with heaping scoops of malted brown butter espresso ice cream, meringue chips and hot bourbon white chocolate fudge was poured over at service. It wasn't overly sweet and the bourbon worked well with the ice cream. - Cranberry Cobbler...a very festive Holiday dessert. It was tart and spiced with fresh ginger root with a brown sugar oat streusel topping and a scoop of buttermilk ice cream. This was a nod to comfort foods. - Michael Mina's Signature Root Beer Float wasn't really an ice cream float that you'd normally find. It was a couple of large scoops of sassafras ice cream in a fountain glass that you ate rather than drank. This dessert was paired with warm soft gooey chocolate and pecan cookies. The experience is one that I'll not forget...we were surrounded by family and friends to celebrate a special occasion that was made even more memorable by the management and culinary team of Bourbon Steak.
(5)Manda Bear B.
********************* 1218 ********************** Who doesn't know who chef Michael Mina is, and more importantly his amazing team that has opened every single new restaurants for him the last few years. If you are a fan like me, dine at 95% of all his restaurants nationwide. You will get to see many familiar faces here at Bourbon Steak LA. Bourbon Steak LA is a modern American steakhouse, offers some classic dishes, utilizing the finest ingredients; dry aged beefs, Wagyu cuts, and some of fans favorites such as Truffle Mac & Cheese, Bone-in Rib Eye as well as chef Michael Mina's signature dishes such as Maine Lobster Pot Pie, table side Tuna Tartare, and a few more dishes with Asian influence. The 182-seats is bathed in dark leathers, rosewood, and lots of brushed metal, classic, elegant, contemporary and comfortable. The Patisserie is serving fresh pastries and Lamill coffee, the Piano Bar is a nice touch to this beautiful place, and the glamorous dining room offers tableside services including Japanese Whisky service, a shellfish cart , and a Dessert trolley. WINES: The wines list is beautifully crafted by Rtajat Parr, you will find a fine selectionof grand cru Burgundies and First Growth Bordeaux for the connoisseurs, with 20 plus wines by the glass. The cocktail list was smaller but juices are hand-squeezed daily, all spirit infusions are created by bartenders, all syrups & garnishes are prepared in house, that's amazing. HAPPY HOUR: 4-6 PM at the bar and lounge only, all items half-priced on the Bar & Lounge Menu. COCKTAILS: - LUCKY LINDY DOUBLE CROSS VODKA, ORANGE, APEROL KAFFIR LIME-HONEY, LIME - try this refreshing drink. - TABLESIDE BOURBON FLIGHT - enjoy a trio of America's own spirit, individually smoked table-side to accentuate each one's particular flavor profiles. FOOD: - MICHAEL'S TUNA TARTARE* ASIAN PEAR, PINE NUTS, SCOTCH BONNET, MINT, SESAME - table side service, always 1 of my favorites. - DUCK SPRING ROLLS GINGER-CHILI DIPPING SAUCE, MINT, CILANTRO - CERTIFIED BLACK ANGUS - PETITE FILET, perfectly cooked to perfection. - BLACK TRUFFLE MAC AND CHEESE - Bourbon Steak's signature dish. - NORTHERN PACIFIC BLACK COD - delicious as beautiful plating. - PAN CAKE - Similar to Vietnamese Banh Xeo - pancake stuffing with lobster, Uni and pork belly, so good. - MAINE LOBSTER POT PIE BRANDIED LOBSTER CREAM, MARKET VEGETABLES - chef Michael Mina's signature dish, a MUST ORDER! - DEVIL'S FOOD - DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT BUTTER, CHOCOLATE CREAM, for chocolate lover, this is a MUST TRY! - CANDY CART - DELECTABLE CANDIES & CONFECTIONS - you just have to order something for this cart because it's mouthwatering delicious. It's always good to take some to go with you right? Service was impeccable from the moment we arrived till we left. The staff was very attentive but not intrusive at all. The food brought out perfect timing between the dishes. We had a great time here. We also got lucky to see Ninja corporate chef Gary LaMorte in the kitchen, it's just simply awesome. My broski was over the moon to take a photo with chef. Thank you chef and GM Michael Main for taken good care of my family, as always. Bourbon Steak LA is a perfect spot to stop in between your shopping, happy hour, get together with your friends, special occasion or just for a date night. Congrats chef Michael Mina again and the opening team for an amazing job well done. See you real soon!
(4)Athena W.
Let's start off with the service.... I felt like a Hollywood celebrity!! Absolutely stellar service!!! The executive chief came to our table and inquired about our meals!! I have been to many 4 and 5 star restaurants and this is not a normal thing! The atmosphere was so comfortable and classy without that snobby feel. And the food... Heavenly... From the thick cut bacon on the Iceberg wedge to the truffle Mac my mouth was throughly entertained! We had the Lobster Pot Pie, an absolute must, the presentation rivals a Vegas show and the taste better than any lobster I've had. I ordered the filet, it was perfectly cooked and seasoned correctly! Every review that complained about the steak not being anything special must have been an Outback regular. If you appreciate quality and cut then you understand how it should be properly prepared! The Truffle Mac could easily be its own main dish, my grandmother may kill me for saying this, but it was the best Mac I have had in my entire life! Dessert was phenomenal, I highly recommend trying ANY of them!! Over all five stars is not enough for this fabulous restaurant!!
(5)Yun L.
Slam dunk on the lamb burger. It's a draw to have $20 lunch deal on weekday. The octopus appetizer and the lobster pot pie are to die for. Good interior design with solid customer service.
(5)Diana M.
what I ate: duck rolls, truffle donuts, goat cheese pasta app, rib eye medium rare, truffle Mac n cheese. what I thought: food was delicious, not too heavy on sauces, steak cooked perfectly, sommelier recommended a beautiful Bordeaux style red ( I forgot the name of it!) with our meal. I love going to new restaurants and this place already has all of their ducks in a row. The general manager, Mike came over to introduce himself and check on us and he was extremely professional and knowledgeable as was the rest of the staff. This place will quickly become a go-to for elegant dining ( special occasions or business meals) complete with a well run kitchen/bar, great wine selection, top of the line decor, and excellent staff.
(5)R C.
The food was alright. Definitely overpriced. For its price it should've been more spectacular. But it was just very....alright. The waiters and waitresses are nice; however, the service is very slow. VERY slow. For my friend's appetizer, it took more than 40 minutes to show. My mac & cheese, never came. My other friend's drink also never showed up. The waitress later apologized for that when I brought it up, but nothing more was done. They also didn't know who ordered what, when bringing the food over. It is kind of expected for this expensive restaurant. Please get better.
(2)Jon S.
Great service, nice ambiance, food was mediocre. For $$400 (with tip) for a party of four ( we did have about 6 drinks), I would have expected the food to be phenomenal. The skirt steak I got was sent back (tasted old, under-seasoned, and poor sear) but it was replaced by a rib-eye for no charge (good service). The rib eye was good, but NOT melt-in-your-mouth good, like most $50 steaks would be. We ordered a donut for desert that was the texture and taste of a wetzel pretzel. In fact, I think they used pretzel dough. The Mac and cheese was good, but overcooked pasta. Overall, they may still be working out the kinks, but I probably wouldn't go back.
(3)Patrick M.
I consistently cook far better steaks at home than the $60 banquet hall steak I got at this place, the second star is only for the decent service and drinks, food was a joke.
(2)Michelle N.
Their happy hour is great. M-F until 6pm. Their truffle mac n cheese is crazy good! The bartender is a sweetheart and mixes great cocktails.
(4)Dan K.
Food was ok. Service was nice. Portions are a joke. 38$ filet a 4 year old would leave hungry. Sorry but I will stick to Houston's.
(2)Tu N.
complimentary duck fat fries and truffle bun amuse bouche were good. we shelled out $200 (including tip) for a birthday dinner, and they didn't even comp us a dessert or anything. we each had two cocktails. cocktails were very good. steaks (ribeye and the garlic sirloin) were good. creamed spinach and truffle mac and cheese were good. but nothing was "omg to die for" and for the price we paid, i would have expected more. service was great - they weren't too busy on a late saturday night. i'll probably only come back for happy hour, since that seems reasonably priced.
(3)Andrea K.
One of the best dining experiences I've had in a really long time!! From the amazing drinks to the amazing food, I just couldn't get enough!!! The staff was amazing and treated us like queens! Cannot wait to go back!
(5)Stephanie S.
So this place gets 4 stars for the food only. We were there last night, as an impromptu dinner. I know we weren't dressed for a steakhouse (just came from being out in the sun all day), but I didn't expect that level of service. It seems like everyone that wasn't dressed up was placed in the bar area while people "better looking" were put into the dinning room. It was interesting to watch this happen. Our waitress seemed bothered and depressed. For $130 dinner for two I expected a little service and smile?! This resulted in 10% tip only. This lady needs to learn that just because someone is dressed down doesn't mean they can't afford the food. The food was the only good part of the night.
(4)Lelean B.
Loved the ambiance! The food was delicious, staff was super friendly and the drinks were amazing. Would definitely recommend!
(5)Dennis S.
Ok it's been 5 months since I first went to Bourbon Steak in Glendale. The food and service has continued to get even better, YES BETTER, The chef is truly a creative and innovative culinary artist. Had a butternut squash soup with creme fresh and apples sautéed in white wine, Wow! The staff led by Michael Main, makes you feel so at home. If I never went to another restaurant, I'd be content. I haven't even mentioned some of the off the menu appetizers or fabulous deserts. Do yourself a favor try it.
(5)Daniele F.
This is hands down the best Steak House in the LA area. I drove all the way from Santa Barbara to celebrate my five year anniversary and I was looking for a restaurant that can keep up with my high expectations, where I could feel pampered and taste some real good food. Chef Mina and his talented team did not disappoint at all. Justin the Manager was fantastic; he has very gracious manners with his guests and understands the importance of being an elegant yet not stiff in the room, he is frendly, with exceptional knowledge of the restaurant and great ambassador of Chef Mina. Being inside the room, feels like being inside a swiss watch, every person (server, busser, manager, sommelier ) walk around with a purpose and they all look very confident of their job. The food portion of this experience reminded me of a very important concept, use only the very best ingredients and do not choose second quality ingredients; here you can find every type of wagyu from Japan to Australia, the Michael Mina Lobster Pot Pie, even a simple tomato salad tasted like a millions bucks tomato salad. It is easy to notice that they only use nothing but the best ingredient only!!! I swear I would pay that tomato salad $ 50.00 if I have to, as long as it is made Michael Mina style! It was absolutely the very best I had and being Italian that says a lot about my knowledge of tomatoes! If you are passionate about food and understand very good food, do yourself a favour an visit this restaurant, it is worth every penny. Go Go Burbon Steak Team!!!
(5)Gary G.
This is my first review. We had such an amazing time at Bourbon Steak, I figured this would be a good time to start sharing my experiences. We were seated pretty quickly. The service is phenomenal! Our server was extremely attentive to our needs and went out of her way to check on how we were doing. We started with the Tuna Tartare and the Duck Spring Rolls. The tuna tartare was amazing. The presentation is so beautiful and the tuna and the sauce come together really well. The rolls had that perfect crunch and sauce made the rolls much more enjoyable. I had the dry aged ribeye. Asked for medium rare, as I like a lot of red inside, and it was cooked to perfection. So tender and so flavorful. We also ordered the Crispy red snapper with coconut. To die for! The creamed spinach was really good, but can only make it number two on my list of creamed spinach experiences. HAHA While I am not a fan of mushrooms, she ordered the mushroom risotto. Risotto is something that can be bad if made incorrectly and she loved it. I even tried a taste and like it. Of course, the highlight was the bone marrow. Plenty of marrow, that is seasoned, soft, and easy to remove. I demand complete silence when eating marrow as I do not want to be distracted in any way. Overall, a great experience. Give it a try you won't regret it.
(5)Peter V.
My Wife and I went here for our 3 year anniversary. First of all the service was Five Stars all the way. Every staff member was helpful and kind. Our Server Giuseppe treated us with so much care and respect. And the food was EXQUISITE! I would like to say Thank You to the Staff at Bourbon Steak Los Angeles (Glendale) for a Perfect Evening and Experience.
(5)Gibson B.
We will definitely come back for drinks and appetizer. Our server was very helpful and knowledgeable.
(4)Mary-anne N.
Horrible experience. Waited 35mins for our main course to arrive then to our surprise the food they served us was cold. My husband could only eat a couple of bites from his steak and gave up. Our server was trying to cover up and offer to take care of our appetizers but told her I need to talk to her supervisor. Will never go back!!!!
(1)Mary K.
Tried this place for the first time, finally! Okay so this was our experience: tried the baby scallops and grilled octopus as appetizers- they were "okay" the grilled octopus was a bit too rubbery and not grilled enough. I wouldn't recommend the baby scallops they weren't very flavorful. So for the main course we got the lobster pot pie to share. I'm glad we shared cuz it was a big portion. Honestly it tasted good but the cream was heavy and bit salty for me. I probably wouldn't order it again. Prices are what u would expect from a place like this. So now for the service part- it was good. At first the waitress was like "oh we are out of this and this and that" I was like "oh great the one night we wanna try this place you are out of everything". Then she accidentally dropped the dirty fork (had cream on it) on my sweater and she apologized. I was hoping she would at least comp my tea or dessert for that but she didn't. All in all it was a good place but won't be returning for a while.
(3)Aelita A.
Very elegant dining place and a very fancy place! I love their new york strip steak! It is amazing and delicious! Wonderful place to have dinner with your family!
(5)Teri G.
I give this restaurant a less than "ok" because it was fine. But for the price, fine is not good enough. This is not a steak house. If you want a great steak, I would go elsewhere. Both my husband and I love a great steak, he ordered the NY and I had the Filet. Seasoning on the filet was just okay, there was no good char that makes a steak scrumptious. No sizzling steak or hot plate that I expect. The NY was chewy and had fat along the side. The sauce that came w/the Filet was delicious. The bread was a simple roll that was okay but not even close to what other steak houses give you. We were given "free" french fries at the beginning but they were simply fries, nothing special. I would not return. They may do the special dinners better, but steaks were a disappointment.
(2)Mark R.
Not only was it the best steak I have ever eaten, but it ranks in the top 5 of restaurant meals I have ever eaten. Flawless service, great cocktails and ohhh that steak, Australian wagyu strip steak. Amazing flavor and perfectly cooked. It is truly a money be damned, maybe once in a lifetime splurge but it is so worth it.
(5)John K.
Went to Bourbon for my birthday after many months of anticipation as we are fans of Michael Mina and loved the fact that he was opening a premium steakhouse so close to our home in Glendale. Our anticipation was tempered somewhat by all of the mixed reviews we read about the service as well as the food, but some reviews were complaints about how their medium-well ribeye came out well done (you lose credibility with me if you go buy a $60 steak at a prime steakhouse and ask to have it cooked medium-well). So we went in with an open mind, hoping but not expecting to be wowed. Pros: Seated fairly promptly with our week in advance reservation in hand. Con: Despite a week in advance reservation and a note that it was a birthday celebration, we were seated in the cramped enclosed patio area near the entrance by the coffee bar. To be fair, we did not ask to be re-seated and I don't know if they would have accommodated. But given that in this cramped area there was a spilled drink on a patron at another table, a dropped tray and a re-shuffling of chairs required to have them perform their bourbon flight service, it was extremely cramped there. Big Con: At 8pm on a Saturday night, they were all out of the Australian Wagyu Tomahawk ribeye for two. Which was pretty much the primary piece we were planning our meal around for days. The waitress said she was "pretty sure" they were out. Had to ask her to go confirm, which she did, and they were. She tried to explain how the Porterhouse for two was very similar to the Wagyu Tomahawk ribeye and I didn't bother to explain that a Wagyu ribeye and domestic porterhouse are way different steaks. We were disappointed, but not bitter about this. We had to rethink our order so we asked for a couple minutes and placed our appetizer and drink order first. Pro: The appetizers and drinks came out in good time and they had tasty cocktails. The Asian manager tended to the bourbon flight which was very ceremonious and interesting. He also gave a reasonable explanation as to why the Tomahawk ribeye was out so early in the service. Evidently, these steaks are so rare, each of Mina's restaurants are only able to get about 10 per evening. So they sell out fast. In which case, maybe it should be featured as a special instead of a main menu item? Anyway, had the waitress given that explanation, it would have been appreciated. Con: Having finished our cocktails and appetizers, it occurred to us that our waitress never came back to check in or take our dinner order. Had to flag her down to do so. Pro: The complimentary duck fat fries were good. The Hamachi Poppers were pretty good. Chopped yellowtail on top of crispy rice, though the tuna ones were not as good. The Kushi Oysters were good and properly shucked (except for one, which was still connected to the shell) and the cocktail/mignonette sauces were good. Lobster Pot Pie, was very good. Nice presentation. Whole cut up lobster inside the pie. Pro/Con: For our steak, we ordered the porterhouse for two, asked for it medium rare, but closer to rare (I say that to ensure that if they err on the temperature, we'd rather they erred on the under than over). Usually don't have to do this at a true steakhouse, but we were spooked by the reviews we had read. The steak came out more rare than medium-rare, which is what we instructed, so they know how to cook a steak to the right temp. But it was really under-seasoned and bland. We had to ask for salt. The Lobster potato puree was pretty good, but super (too??) lobstery without very much lobster meat. I liked the jalapeno creamed corn. The truffle roll was very buttery and good, but I did not taste any hint of truffle there. Cons: A lot of informal chit-chatting among the wait staff and assistant managers in and around the patrons in the seating area. Not a big deal, but it reminded me of a Cheesecake Factory. Overheard our waitress explaining to another table how the NY Strip and ribeye were similar steaks (they are not). They were nice enough to give me a signed card wishing me a happy birthday when I sat down, but it was the first time I've ever been denied some kind of birthday sweet at this level of restaurant (even a cookie or a scoop of ice-cream at the end of dinner would have been a nice gesture). Based on our waitress's performance that night, it could have simply been an oversight. Overall, Bourbon tries to provide a high-end steakhouse experience, but the service is not at that level yet and the food is only adequate, but not exceptional. That is OK if you are a $30 steakhouse, but not when you are charging the premium they do. Very sad to say, not worth the money here. We had to find out for ourselves hoping for the best, but can't justify spending that kind of money there when there are so many other places that do it right at that price. They might get there someday, but not there yet.
(2)Emily B.
The word that best describes my experience dining at Bourbon Steak last night is art. My family, best friend, and I had a reservation for 7:30 that evening, to celebrate my mother's birthday. We arrived a few minutes early and the cheerful hostess, Janell (sp?) seated us promptly. Then the show really started. We were seated at a table near the middle of the dining room. As we sat down, our waitress asked if we wanted black napkins or if the white was fine. We all agreed the white napkins were fine, which she then placed folded in our laps. This was unexpected and something I found to be incredibly classy. Then the whiskey tasting came. My goodness, this was a beautiful presentation given by one of their sommeliers, Will. He poured three different bourbons, but then infused smoke of cinnamon, orange peel, and a sugar cube; one for each of the different liquors. If you can, I recommend you do the bourbon cart, it is as delicious as well as highly impressive, especially if you like bourbon! During the bourbon cart presentation, our waitress brought our table their three flavors of duck fat french fries: pickle spice, parmesan, and pastrami, with three distinct dipping sauces. These were delicious! They offered cocktails, which were also wonderful! My sister had a watermelon drink, which is apparently a new addition to their menu. My best friend got a dirty martini, and I got their LA Sour. All of which were enjoyed and delicious! My father had had a sazerac when we had gone to New Orleans, but did not like it. When Michael the GM asked my father if he would like to try theirs, my father told him his experience in NOLA, Michael convinced my father to try their and it was delicious, and no we were not charged for that either, which was incredibly generous. At this time we also indulged in some of their bread. You do have to ask for it, but it is fired in the oven before being brought to the table. Everyone at the table got their own roll. The bread was very soft, buttery, and was the perfect balance of yeast to truffle ratio. Delicious! We ended up getting some oyster shooters as well as their shrimp, the tuna tartare and their impressive lobster pot pie. The seafood was incredibly prepared, very flavorful, clean, and delicious. The tuna tartare is prepared table side, which was fun! It was also very flavorful and delicious. The lobster pot pie is a must get as well. They use a philo crust instead of the traditional pie crust. The presentation was flawless and incredibly impressive. You must experience it yourself! Words, video, and pictures don't do it justice! At this point, Will had come back and made a wine suggestion, which was phemonenal with our meals! Then came the main event. My best friend got the chicken, my sister got the burger, my father got the rib cap, my mother got the filet minion, and I got the bevet steak. Wow. This was such an incredible meal! All of our meals were cooked just as we had asked for them to be, plus we ended up trying all of their side dishes too. If you get one of their steaks, you should definitely get at least one side to share. The vegetables were cooked impeccably, which not many places are able to do very well it would seem, the lobster mashed potatoes were creamy, smooth and rich, the truffle mac and cheese was quite good, the cheese sauce is on the thiner side, but you can taste the truffle and it is heavenly. Now for dessert! They've got a nice, simple dessert menu that is delicious. We all split the toffee dessert (the name escapes me at the moment), and the bread pudding. Also we did get a crunch bar and a few coconut macaroons from their "treat trolley". So delicious! We also indulged in their coffee, which is smooth and excellent as well. This is an exceptional place. If you are looking for a place to have a relaxing, elegant, but not stuffy, delicious evening, go here! The staff is wonderful. Despite other reviews our experience was so pleasant. Despite our being seated at a table, it really felt like we were in our own little bubble, and hardly noticed the other guests. We were not rushed, items were brought out in a timely, professional manner. The food was artfully displayed, plated, and prepared to an almost perfect state. The service staff was polite, quick, and attentive to our needs and didn't hover or rush us. The management is excellent. They too are polite, delightful, and personable. I sincerely cannot wait to come back to Bourbon Steak. It was an incredible experience, and well worth the price. The quality is wonderful! Make a reservation now!
(5)Rachel M.
The decor is nice, the chairs are nice, and the staff is nice. The food is good but I was not impressed. I got the filet mignon, medium rare and it was definitely tender but i feel that it was overcooked for medium rare at a nice steakhouse. It did have a nice sear on it though. I also got the creamed spinach - they were pretty good but not the best i've tasted. Both the filet and the spinach were just under room temperature so i felt that they should have been served a little warmer. i tried my friend's lobster mashed potatoes and it was disgusting. it was cold and mealy and i couldnt bare to take another bite to even figure out how to describe it any better. The wine was good and the waiter made great suggestions - definitely did his job on upselling. My friend got the black truffle mac and cheese and she said it was overly salty, and 2 other friends commented on how their food was over salted - we were a group of 9. I feel that this is trying to be a nice steakhouse but their food isnt on par with the prices that they charge. i would much rather go to Morton's, Flemming's, or Mastro's Yes they were expensive but that is expected for a steakhouse - i just wish the food wow'ed me. 2 of my friends who were with us greatly enjoyed their meals though
(2)Bb M.
From the moment the duck fat fries are placed on your table it's nothing in short of amazing. The fries are cooked to perfection. Each set of fries paired with its own special sauce. We started off with the freshest oysters you can find and of course you can't go wrong with the MM tuna tartar. The tuna, Asian pear, pine nuts and sesame perfectly mixed together to just melt in your mouth. For our entrees the dry aged ribeye cooked to a perfect medium rare and the red snapper a must if you prefer fish. For our sides Jesse recommended the asparagus, mushrooms and the mac n cheese. I'm not a fan of mac n cheese so was hesitant but once I had a taste I couldn't get enough. The hint of truffle and cheese was so light yet so flavorful. I can't explain the amazing flavors from the mushrooms that just enhanced the entire meal. Asparagus was also cooked to the perfect crunchiness and seasoned just right. We're huge dessert fans so we ordered one of everything. Strawberry cheesecake, carrot cake (this was my favorite), salted caramel tart and a selection of cookies. Amazing way to end the meal.
(5)Elfa M.
I would of given this place 5 stars cuz the filet mignon was one of the best steaks I've ever had but the reason for my 3 stars is that the customer service was slow.. Our waitress wouldn't come check on us we had to literally waive our hands or somehow get her attention which was pretty annoying ... I'll probably go back and give them another chance and who know just maybe we might get a better waiter this this .. Oh and I forgot to mention they validate for valet which is a bonus.
(3)B.P. R.
Not great at all, Come on Michael Mina, get on top of things!! 240.00 for 4 people and the steaks tasted and looked like Ralph's Market?? Anyway, the side dish had enough SALT, that you could salt 20 more dishes with it, and then we ask for Steak sauce and they bring a spoon-full cup of some lousy sauce for $2.00, come on guys!!!! And the best part, every time a host pasted behind us, they would throw cutlery into a holding area by the front door, not very professional!!!
(1)E T.
Finally. A wonderful, first-class steakhouse right in our own neighborfood! No need to make that drive to Mastro's, CUT or Boa. Bourbon Steak is superior. Everything was perfect, from the stunning interior, the impeccable service, the dramatic meal presentation, and -- more importantly, to the the food. We ordered the prime ribeye and flat iron steak, both of which were impressive, flavorful and came out perfectly medium rare. Our sides of asparagus and morel mushrooms were well-seasoned and went so well with our steaks. It was all so filling, we just didn't have room for dessert. However, we'll be back many, many more times. After all, it's just a ten minute drive from our home. :) Grade=A++
(5)Mariana M.
I dislike giving a restaurant 3 or less stars, but here is why... We had reservations at Bourbon 7:30 and arrived there at 7:27 and were seated after five minutes. My husband and I both decided on two appetizers: the Baby wedge lettuce salad and the shabu shabu. The salad was good which appeared 20 minutes after we ordered it and then until 830 we were waiting for our second appetizer. I mean we waited 55 minutes from the time that we placed out order of both appetizers. Already being disappointed how slow everything was, and I mean not 10 to 15 minutes but with almost an hour delay, we told our server to cancel the order since we were already supposed to receive our entrees (wagyu burgers) but she insisted on bringing it out right away. Sure they wouldn't want to lose a 2 ounce order of an appetizer which came out to be 58 dollars approximately. That's not the issue though, the broth was super salty which almost burned my lips from saltiness. Then after 10 minutes we finally got our entrees, which my husband barely had room to finish since with so many delays you get full off of even tiny finger foods. Our server probably felt bad offering us to go dessert, but I'm sorry a restaurant like that should have no doubt an impeccable service at all times. In fact it was nt even a weekend for me to somewhat understand, it wasn't that busy and they had no reason to bring an appetizer 55 minutes after we placed the order. Will I be back? Probably not after having experienced restaurants with incredible food and outstanding service. I wonder if we got a tasting menu how long of an experience would that be, I would assume about 5 to 6 hours. Good luck!
(3)Jonathan I.
My wife and I went here rather spontaneously, on a rare Saturday night we had a babysitter. As an LA native, I should know better than to wander in to a place like bourbon steak at 8:30 without reservations hoping to be seated right away. The bar however was full menu, open seating, and had ample space for the two of us. They started us with a complimentary truffle bun and duck fat fries with three different dipping sauces which were all quite tasty. I ordered the Skirt steak cooked medium (which came medium rare) and my wife ordered the roast chicken. Both were delicious. The star of the meal for me was the Chinese long beans with 5 treasures. This side dish is a stir fry mix of green beans, fermented black beans, mushrooms, eggplant, peppers?, and something else. It was amazing. The service was top notch and I would describe the ambiance as upscale rustic. The piano player was also quite enjoyable. All in all it was an expensive meal but an enjoyable experience.
(5)G K.
Food was ok. The drinks were great. I would go back for their happy hour. The happy hour menu sounded pretty good.
(3)Janet G.
In short, this is a great new restaurant to throw in your bucket list! Michael Mina does it again! Went with several friends over the weekend and enjoyed a wonderful array of tasty and well-presented dishes. We shared several dishes and swooned over the duck fat fries, truffle mac and chees, shrimp with asparagus, roasted eggplant with avocado dip, and the bourbon steak dry aged cote de boeuf! Lots of pictures on the page already, so take a look! Staff was curtious, well-presented, knowledgable, friendly and very classy. Mike, I think one of the managers, came by to check on us several times and introduce us to their lovely specialties. Very accomodating and overall helpful on recommendations. Great ambiance! Must try, and will certainly be visiting again! Make reservations, or eat at the bar! A little bit of a splurge, but well worth it!
(5)Louie S.
Amazing restaurant, by far the best ever to be in Glendale. Came to a tasting last week and had the lobster corn dogs, ahi tuna tartare, and bacon cheeseburger. Finished it off with a selection of desserts and I'll definitely be back soon.
(5)Karolin S.
I know this place just opened but there is no excuse for the bad experience we had since they have other restaurant and locations of this steakhouse. Once we seat down it took someone 15 minutes to give our menu and then another 15 minutes to take our order. We get that at a steakhouse you probably end up spending about 2 hours dinning which is fine. We were at that point just trying to enjoy the atmosphere given the place had a nice decor and live music, which was nice. But that is where the good stuff ended. We ordered different items to try. When our food arrived, my filet was the worst I have ever eaten or not eaten since I returned it. I am a huge steak fan and have eaten at a lot of steakhouses, but to say that this steak tasted like an old dirty sock would be close to the horrible taste in my mouth from the first and last bit I took. The only thing good was the fries and the oysters. Besides that my husband's steak was fair at best. Salad and sides nothing special. The bartender also does not know how to make drinks since we ordered a dirty martini and what we got was nothing but, so that had to go back. For our great dinning experience at the Bourbon Steak I ended up having oysters and fries. Needless to say I went home hungry and that never happens at a steakhouse. Now if you want a great new hot spot that also just recently opened try Rare by Drai now that is a steakhouse with great food, drinks and atmosphere.
(1)Kyle R.
Time for the annual birthday steak dinner for my husband. I was originally going to go somewhere else when a coworker mentioned to me that there were new restaurants at the Americana at Brand. A quick Google revealed that famed chef Michael Mina had just opened a branch of his Bourbon Steak chain at the mall, and with a name like that, how could I pass it up! Plus I've heard great things about Michael Mina, so this would be a good opportunity to give him a try. For our appetizer we decided to go with the tuna tartare which is assembled tableside traditionally with a quail egg; however, quail is a "forbidden food" so we asked our server to substitute with a chicken egg. It might have changed the taste a little, but I'm not sure how. The plate comes with the diced tuna shaped in a circle and the accouterments on the side, but before you know it, its all mixed together and then shaped like a heart. It took me a second to remember that the diced white pieces were pear and not onion, as that would have been overwhelming. The dish was perfect and was served with the right amount of toast points. One of the unique aspects of Bourbon Steak is their bourbon cart. The sommelier comes by and serves a trio of bourbons smoked tableside to accentuate ones particular flavor profiles. When I first read that description I thought the smoking was particular to the individual diner, but its more about finding a flavor that will accentuate the bourbon. Each flavor accentuator is smoked into the glass before the ounce of bourbon is added. Tonight's trio were Rittenhouse Rye with Cinnamon, Elijah Craig with Star Anise, and Larceny with Orange and Lemon Peel. As the drinks were for my husband, I can only tell you what he said which was that it was amazing how the smoke had accentuated the flavor of the bourbon, but he wasn't sure that it made enough of a difference. Honestly, I think he was just excited to get to try three other bourbons. For our salad course my husband selected the beets. I got an opportunity to taste a golden beet, and it was as good as it should be. I went with the garden kale salad, which is traditionally served with blue cheese, but I asked to be served without as blue cheese does not like me. I'm honestly not sure what the chips on top were. The salad was good, but honestly too large as I found myself tiring of eating kale. I wasn't sure what to order as I wasn't in the mood for steak and our server made the lamb sound so tasty, I couldn't refuse. She said it was actually the dish that she recommends to foodies. The dish is made up of two lamb chops, a lamb cigar, and lamb tongue. The tongue was interesting, and I think, quite possibly, the first tongue I have ever eaten. It was small, but I shared it with my husband. The lamb cigar was heavenly. It was, I believe, lamb shank rolled in a phyllo dough and fried. And, of course, the lamb chops were heavenly, though I had to bring the bones home in order to get all of the goodness off the bone instead of embarrassing my husband in the restaurant. One of the specials that night was an American Wagyu Rib Cap. My husband has loved this cut of meat ever since he first experienced it at Gordon Ramsay's Steak at the Paris Hotel in Las Vegas. He said it was exceptional. For sides my husband selected the lobster whipped potato. This picture was taken after my husband served himself a spoonful. I'm not sure if it was intentional or not, but the whipped potato was looser than one would expect. It was quite gloopy which you can sort of tell from the aftermath of a serving in the picture below. Also, I didn't notice much lobster. The flavor was good, but not what I would think of when ordering whipped potatoes. For the vegetable he selected the Delta Asparagus, I think because he was curious what the seven treasures were. He said the seasoning reminded him of something he would have gotten out of the freezer section of the grocery store. I have to disagree with him as I thought it was fantastic. One of the seven treasures is I believe a Chinese sausage cut thinly, but honestly I'm not certain. Dessert was a difficult decision to make, but ultimately we selected the bread pudding. The bananas didn't seem very caramelized, but I'm not complaining. The bread pudding was the perfect consistency, and not very sweet, making the buttered rum sauce the perfect compliment. Bourbon Steak was the perfect restaurant for my husband's birthday dinner, and I can't wait to go back again and this time, try the steak myself! More reviews at count4food.blogspot.com
(4)Wulf D K.
We went there with four people and the whole experience was amazing! Great atmosphere, friendly and very attentive personnel and every single dish was outstanding!!! Oysters and heirloom tomato salad absolutely fresh and delicious, porterhouse steak and Australian Wagyu steaks stunning and prepared to the point. Very creative desserts - savory!! Great wine list and competent advice from the sommellieuse. OK, it's pricey - but everything was first class!!! We are definitely coming back!
(5)Sam W.
If I could, I would give them a .5 because according to the reviews their food is good. But I didn't even get a chance to try it. We had reservations for dinner and the people in the front really don't know what they're doing. They were acting like we owed them something instead of being gracious we were about to spend 500 dollars on dinner. So we left. Someone send me a message when they change their whole front staff.
(1)Via I.
I'm sad to say this but I am noticing inconsistencies with the dining experience. The first time I visited Bourbon Steak, I remember the food and the service was better. Now I see where some of the bad reviews were coming from. The service can be slow, the next time that we came back we hardly saw our waiter, you see a lot of busy bodies but most of them are not doing their tasks effectively. I had to ask different people for ice/ refills because there were a lot of people hustling about and we couldn't find our waiter. I was sure that I was handed the wrong kind of steak because I ordered the bourbon garlic sirloin before and I even had pictures to prove it. The food runner had to double check with the chef, the waiter wasn't sure whether I got the right kind of steak. I told him that the steak that I ordered before did not have any bone to it. I guess my point is, some of the staff don't even know their menu! I understand that good food takes a while to cook but every little delay in certain things like getting your check, waiting for your credit card back etc... adds up to your time there. It's a hit or miss for this spot. As I said in my previous review, I don't mind paying for good food and service as long as I am happy. To be honest, this place hasn't really made my dining experience happy lately.
(3)Eternal B.
Stopped in on Saturday afternoon, our bartender, Theo was more than knowledgeable, helpful and friendly. We had the Steak Burger, which was very good and accompanied by Duck Fat fries. Both were very rich. The 2 Star rating comes from Michael Mina's signature dish, the Tuna Tartar. This dish should be removed from the menu. With all of the different flavors that are presented on the plate, not a single one of them had any flavor at all. The couple sitting next to us also ordered it and looked at us to share blank stares and amazement at how pathetic this fish was. Also, the pickle was bad. For $75 including tip, this restaurant is a joke.
(3)Joselle D.
great food, great service.
(5)Ron P.
best on an expense account - you won't think too much about it and just enjoy the decadence and the spurge. the room is lovely and well appointed. the ridiculously good cuts of meat are perfect and pricy
(4)Jess G.
I love this place! Awesome food, awesome drinks, awesome ambiance! Had the tuna and hamachi poppers and they were amazing!! Oh and the spicy drink was my favorite!
(5)Shaun W.
This wasn't a bad place. Just a total rip-off. I'm down with paying for good food and leaving hungry ... But this place was underwhelming. The tuna tartare was $19 and was not that good. I've had much better at the local peasant for half the price. We also ordered the red snapper and the fish sucked. It was dry, over-cooked and very very small. The shrimp fried rice was good but it was over in two bites. $35 for two bites of dry fish. We did order a tuna popper situation. That was really good ... But not worth the $19 for a small piece of rice with spicy tuna. You could do better at any sushi restaurant almost. Bottom line this place really takes advantage of the fact that it's the only "high end" steakhouse in the glendale area and is a total rip. You could go to any Beverly Hills steak house pay less or just as much and get awesome food. What a disappointment.
(2)Rayma H.
Expectations were high, but left very disappointed! Food quality good, but everything needed more seasoning and was not up to par! For example, the wedge salad had one feeble little cube of bacon, was light on blue cheese and salad dressing...tuna sashimi a little fishy and lacked the punch of sashimi in a good sushi Restaurant! Our filet mignon was a wonderfully tender, but really needed salt or something We left feeling quite underwhelmed and our bill was over $300... However, the service was excellent and the restaurant was elegant!
(3)Jolie B.
Couldn't wait to try this place! I went for lunch and tried the kale salad, duck spring rolls, and the steak burger. The salad and spring rolls were very good. The steak burger which came highly recommended by the waitress was just ok. What a let down. The restaurant is absolutely gorgeous. I do want to come back and have a steak. Oh and the desserts in the case looked amazing. The service was good. Side note for mothers with young children, if you need to change a diaper you'd have to leave the restaurant. Not a big deal because I wasn't expecting a place like this to have a changing station, but Americana really prides itself on being a baby friendly place. Would it kill you to install a changing station in the handicap stall? I mean, you offer booster chairs and high chairs. I'm tempted to just put the baby on an empty table and changing him there next time.
(3)Elliott D.
Ordered my NYS medium rare, and it came well done (similar to my friend's filet). We sent them both back, and his came back rare/MR and mine came back well done.
(2)Larry B.
You know how once in a while you have a meal you keep thinking about. This was one of those. Had a fish that was potato crusted sea bass (something close to that) it was amazing. The entrees are things you've never heard but everything was fantastic. Even had a butterscotch desert that I posted a picture of because it was so good. We had about 5 people waiting on us and we drank and eat way too much, but what a nice meal. I would say pricey but really worth it.
(5)Ben G.
Went here for the first time last Easter Sunday, the food was great , we had a good and very attentive server.. The place overall needs more life , It felt like I'm not in a supposedly high-end place. It needs color, it seems like I'm only seeing black and white. I'll be back for sure maybe to try dinner next time .
(4)Sev S.
There was so much hype about this place. Unfortunately it did not deliver. It has a good atmosphere but the price is seriously outrageous for the quality you get. I go to steakhouses often; some around Glendale and Burbank and some in more posh places like Beverly Hills, and even those posh places have lower prices and much better quality of meat than this spot. The best tasting dish I got here were the fries. That tells you something. Lower prices or drastically increase quality and tenderness is my suggestion.
(2)CM S.
I was drawn to Bourbon Steak because a Rundown article mentioned the restaurant would have piano players nightly and when I checked it out they did not disappoint! I went on a Saturday night when the Loston Harris Trio was there and the atmosphere was absolutely perfect. Exactly what I miss from the jazzy Bay Area piano bars and completely romantic for a date you want to impress. On top of that our waitress was top notch-- friendly, funny and knowledgeable about the menu, food preparation and the restaurant and she stopped by just enough to ensure we didn't feel abandoned. I also described the kind of wine I like to her and asked for a recommendation and the sommelier picked something that I absolutely loved. Kudos on the service! The food was great as well. We were surprised with two complimentary "treats" (1) a trio of fries and dipping sauces and (2) truffle rolls. Both treats were a nice yummy surprise. For dinner I had the skirt steak and the black truffle mac & cheese. The steak was delicious and was prepared perfectly. However, the mac & cheese was super salty. I could only eat a few bites because the salt was so overwhelming. My friend had the crispy-skin red snapper and she said it was very delicious. We split a chocolate devils food cake (can't remember what it was called) for dessert that was both moist and rich. We also had the house coffee which was just meh. Overall I really enjoyed my dining experience at Bourbon Steak and look forward to going back again soon.
(4)Jalal T.
Overall the food was good and the service was fine, though the waiter never smiled, but very disappointed they didn't tell you that sodas were not on free refill. Every time my drink will get lo the waiter would ask would like a new one never mentioning that I am going to get charged $3.5 per small glass. End of the dine I got charged $20 for drinking sodas my wife and I. Felt like I was abused. Probably won't go back.
(1)Sarah H.
We wen there with group of friends, very cool place. Our waiter was very nice and took his time to answer our questions and our orders came exactly the way we wanted. Wait time was a little longer than we expected but we had fun and had time to talk to each other before our food was ready. They are a little pricey but once in a while doesn't hurt to indulge :)!
(5)M E.
after a week of thinking about my experience, I am downgrading to 2 starts. It just wasn't that good. Sorry guys. Hmmmmm, not sure what to think after my business lunch. Aesthetic and vibe very nice. I like the decor, it looks and feels high end and fun. Great looking bar area and a piano for evening music clearly. I would have a drink if I some how ended up in Glendale again but I think only with my boys, not my wife. Food, it was okay. Not great, not bad. Just okay. Truth be told I was kind of hungry 30 minutes later and had a bag of chocolate chip cookies from my office. Is that a good sign? Not sure.... Server: he was okay, nothing special. in a high end restaurant should my waiter have on two huge fake diamond earrings on? seems kind of low brow to me, would I see that at Mastro's????I don't recall. Neither here nor there but it stuck in my mind. Clientele, this is where I am having a bit of a hard time. As we were getting ready to pay the bill an interesting group of individuals walked in, please allow me to paint the picture. Mean or miserable (can't tell) looking men, all decked out in super tight V neck shirts, sweat pants (like for the gym), white socks and flip flops, one smelled heavy of cigarettes enough for me pay attention despite him being about 5 feet from me. I don't care mind you as everyone has the right to wear what they want however hard for me to consider this a fine dining experience with that type of clientele. I think this is where I am having a bit of a hard time. I would have definitely smelled this guy from my table had I still been eating my lunch which is nasty All in all, okay, maybe even good but just not great. Sorry guys, love your spots in San Francisco.
(2)Adriana A.
Service was good. Steaks were gross. Fat fat fat. Food was way too rich and I expected much better for the amount they charge. There are much better steak houses in LA.
(2)Matt W.
Was really excited to come here. It was nice but fell short of the expense. Duck fat fries were great for me as the complimentary starter however my fiancée would have preferred something less salty, such as a nice warm bread. Wine was pretty over priced. House chardonnay "Lewis" was $24.00 per glass while a second option, "Louis" was $14.00 per glass. We ordered typical house chardonnay at the bar and had a $50.00 tab before even sitting down. Next glass, kind of misstepped and asked for "Louis" but pronounced as "Lewis". $100 wine bill without even thinking about it. Would recommend reading the bar menu prior to ordering so there is less of a sticker shock on ordering. Oysters, pretty sure they were northern, were small and sweet and my favorite part of the night. I had the American Wagyu steak. Was hoping for that wood fire grill taste and although the steak itself was good quality it was a bit under seasoned and as far was wood fire goes it was hardly distinguishable from oven roasted with a crisp pan sear. Temperature of the cook was perfect though. Just missed that wood fired grill taste that I was really looking forward to. Wait staff was really great. Explained the entire menu, quickly, clearly, and provided helpful recommendations. It was a very nice experience, however, it's a little hard to jump on the, "I can't wait to go back," bandwagon and try other menu items with the likelihood that it will be just okay. I want it to be more than okay for $250.00 total bill.
(3)Taylor M.
This place is so empty when we went there Saturday around 2pm for lunch, when we got there, they said they only have brunch available, but the selections are very limited, so we ordered Turkey burger and the bourbon steak burger (we wanted the lamb burger but they don't have it on the Brunch menu). We waited 30 mins for our food, and they have only 1-2 tables there and we heard all of them asking for lunch, clearly no one is interested in the Brunch menu. For the food, I can only say that I have had much better food with cheaper price, the bourbon steak burger was alright, but the turkey burger they recommended was too spicy, I wished they would tell me before since I cant eat really spicy food. We were gonna wait till happy hour to order mac n cheese, but for the happy hour menu, i think they took out some items like the duck fat trio fries (which I want to try), so we decided to leave without trying other food with two extremely unsatisfied tummy. Overall, I am disappointed and had a bad experience, maybe I have really high expectations for this restaurant, but we really want to try the good stuff and they just dont offer it, advice? dont go there over the weekends for lunch.
(2)Juliette F.
Thought it was a great restaurant with great food and ambience.The piano is also a very nice touch.It was surprisingly delightful considering it's next to a mall,I will definitely recommend and go back again:)!
(4)Dao C.
I went here yesterday to celebrate my roomie's birthday. I had made reservations online via YELP! for 8 pm. When we got there, our table wasn't ready, but it was quickly prepared. Seeing that it was only a Wednesday, it wasn't packed at all. The dinner menu was small, which is kinda good because I wasn't overwhelmed with choices. I got the halibut, black truffle mac & cheese, and a glass of Riesling white wine. My roomie got the lamb shank and a baked potato. While waiting for our food, they surprised us with free fries. Three options; all delicious. When we finished the fries, they brought out sea-salt butter biscuits. They were equally as delicious. After go devoured the bread, our food came. My halibut plate was kinda dinky, but meh, I was there to celebrate someone else's birthday. My mac & cheese was more filling. My roomie's lamb shank was quite the feat. He awed at the fact that the meat fell right off the bone! His baked potato tasted like a bougie bag of chips. When we finished the food, I flat out said it was his birthday and we got free dessert. BOOM! The service was excellent. Our waitress knew exactly what she was doing. She was very informative of the menu and wine selection. The other staff was very attentive as well. When I got the check, I wasn't surprised to see that it was about $150 for the two of us. Not bad for a steak house. I would only come here for special occasions though.
(5)Paul H.
The service, food and ambiance are top notch!! I really cannot think of one thing that was not excellent and I was so impressed by the professionalism of the staff.
(5)Lisa H.
Went here on my birthday with family so it was a party of 6 for lunch. Did not need reservation and was quickly seated. Restaurant had nice decor and I thought we were in for a treat. At first I thought it was strange that the waiters were all taking pictures and selfies of themselves on their phone. For an upscale restaurant, it seemed odd. The food was ok. I ordered the market vegetables/fruit for my daughter and it was just a cup of fruit salad. The hamburger I ordered was pimped as the "Best burger in LA" but you can probably get the same at Outback steakhouse or The Corner. The service was mediocre throughout but I was very surprised at the end. We left a 15% tip in cash but the waiter ran out of the restaurant after my brother saying that he forgot his copy of the receipt. My brother said that he didn't need it but the waiter stared my brother down and said ARE YOU SURE? What the heck? Did another waiter or cashier steal the tip? Why was this guy so bonkers? Too bad so sad. Took me awhile to shake off the bad experience. Will not be going back and have contemplated about calling the manager to complain. What a weird and unpleasant dining experience.
(1)Sung Y.
This place is legit. It doesn't beat Mastros, but really, who does right? Everything I tried was pretty good and the entire staff couldn't be any more nice and professional. They run a very tight ship. My only beef is that they don't have a TV at the bar. I would love to be having one of their steaks, enjoying a good game. But I get it. It's an upscale place so it's understandable. It's also a great place to bring clients during the day, which I did this past week. A great addition to the Americana and Glendale. We definitely needed a place like this.
(4)Melissa R.
Beautiful restaurant. Not too loud. Service is excellent. Lots of staff always available. Food is very good. Red snapper was slightly dry but overall very good. French fries, creamed corn and creamed spinach were all excellent. Beet salad was outstanding. Many gluten free choices with great care to accommodate food allergies. I would suggest this restaurant!
(4)scott m.
Don't waste your time. I don't always yelp restaurants before I go but I should have done for this restaurant. I honest don't give a crap about the decor or any other stuff in the restaurant besides the food . Only good thing was the service. Ooo and also the free fries. Basically long story short the appetizer and the main course were cold, no flavor at all, and lacked everything a steak house should be. My rib eye streak was freakin bloody as he'll. I asked for medium well and I got a streak they just butchered and put on my plate. Don't waste your time ppl. Not worth your time, money, or your stomach aches.
(1)r. f.
I happened to love my steaks charred black on the outside and close to raw in the inside. This is the perfect place for that. I had the famous lobster pot pie -- lots of bourbon in it too. You will not be disappointed. The mashed potatoes are amazing as well as the mac 'n cheese. Really pricey - hey, it's Michael Mina! The wagyu is $32 an OZ!!!! For the price though.... I won't be back. The service and staff is outstanding. I love the interior.
(4)Ambrie E.
Heard about this place from a friend since I hadn't been to the Americana in awhile. To celebrate our birthdays, my husband and I were looking for a new steak place to try since we usually go to Ruth's Chris. I believed that no steak would ever taste better than Ruth's Chris. I checked out the menu before going and was super excited to try it. It did not disappoint!! First they give you a complimentary trio of 3 different french fries with dipping sauces and a truffle bread roll! They were sooo yummy! Then we had the caeser salad that was good, just not $16 good. But the steak was amazing! I hated to admit that I almost loved mine as much as Ruth's Chris. I am a filet mignon girl but the server recommended a special which was the ribeye cap. It was juicy and tender and perfectly cooked! I seriously could have just had that by itself but had to try the lobster whipped potato puree and jalapeno cream corn which were equally to die for! This is definitely a splurge of a restaurant but for a special treat you should try it out!
(4)Allan Christine T.
Food is really yummy! Fully enjoyed myself! But the reason for the three stars is the service! We had a party of 20 for a birthday party in April. The waitress we had apparently had other sections to attend to which we don't normally mind & completely understand but we were fully unattended to for long long long periods of time. The servers brought all our food at once. We had to wait 15 minutes for the waitress came back and check on our party of 20 people to see if the food was correct and if we had everything we needed. We didn't! We told her of the missing sides, in correct orders, etc. After those were taken care of, we literally never saw her again. I had to even get up from my seat and look for other waiters and bussers to ask where our waitress was or they brought what we needed. I understand being busy but fully being unattended to is definitely not ok. Granted, I don't think this is her fault. She was ok. But if management gave her these assignments it's their fault! Why on earth would you give a waitress who is taking care of a large party a whole bunch of other tables with no help or other waiter! It doesn't make sense and made for really long and annoying waits. Food was good but outweighed by service. It's really unfortunate. As first timers, the waitress also did not explain the menu... And we all had a bunch of questions like what's this, what's that etc. Overall experience left something to be desired. Disappointing.
(3)Ross P.
We arrived on time at 7:00 p.m. and after a brief wait, we were seated at our table. The ambience is wonderful. After 30 minutes a live jazz band started playing which was a nice unexpected touch. The service was excellent. They were very attentive. We really enjoyed the food. We ordered both sea food as well as steaks and several sides and appetizers. We will most definitely come back to this restaurant.
(5)Terri M.
Good meal and service at Bourbon, a bit over priced for the food and the wine was significantly over priced. Nice ambiance and overall a positive experience. The servers were very knowledgeable and courteous. I would return for a special occasion.
(4)Nancy O.
Food and wine were amazing!!!! Can't say enough! The decor was very nice as well, the service excellent, staff very knowledgeable and nice. A bit pricey, but well worth it!
(5)Diane D.
My boyfriend and I decided to try this new restaurant after seeing a full page ad in our local neighborhood newpaper. We were very disappointed with just about everything at Bourbon Steakhouse. First, the food. We ordered the Ceasar salad, which had a fishy taste with no hint of garlic or lemon. It was gross and we sent it back. For my entree, I had the crusted red snapper. It was literally about 2 oz of fish. It tasted okay, but it was miniscule, and it cost $34!!! It was served with a side of shrimp fried rice, which was delicious, but again, about 1/4 cup. The dish was served in a bowl with a mediocre curry sauce covering the bottom, which made it impossible to put any sides on the same plate. My boyfriend ordered a Porterhouse steak medium rare. It was cooked medium. It tasted ok, but nothing I couldn't make at home. Nothing compared to Ruths Chris or Flemings, but just as expensive. We got the asparagus as a side. It was chopped into pieces and had an Asian flare, which was fine, but not explained on the menu and not what we were expecting. It also had these strange pieces of meat which tasted like Chinese sweet BBQ pork. Not a good accompaniment to the asparagus, and again not explained in the menu....SURPRISE VEGETARIANS! Next, the wait staff......TERRIBLE!! There didn't seem to be one person who had ever worked professionally in a restaurant. There were a bunch of tall, good-looking guys in suits meandering around with a scowl on their face....very scary looking, like the secret service or somehting. Definitely NOT hospitable. Our waitress had no waiting skills whatsoever. She was hesitant and unsure of herself, uncomfortable with the menu (didn't know the difference between types of steaks), and was not attentive. Looking around, it did not seem that any of the other wait staff was any better...but they were being closely watched by the "secret service" guys...especially the girl who was dressed more like a hooker than a hostess/waitress. It was hard to tell what anyone's role actually was. Lastly, the decor was cool, but over the top. Just too much decoration everywhere. It did not look sophisticated, it looked more gimicky. I am amazed that a prominent chef could open a new restaurant in such disarray. Not sure who was in charge of hiring, but they failed miserably. The prices are not comensurate with the food or service. I will be sticking with Ruths Chris or Fleming's.
(1)Angie F.
We were meeting our good friend Julio for dinner at our usual place the C Factory in Glendale Americana and in the spur of the moment he suggested bourbon Steak. Intrigued we headed down and found a new restaurant nearly empty (it was early). It was a little more upscale than we anticipated but we wanted to give it a whirl. The food was spectacular the only reason we gave it 4 stars was the price was a little high ( $150 for 3 w/o wine). When we sat down they brought us complimentary gourmet French fries / very tasty but we avoid fried so we only had a couple. Next we ordered kale salad and something called 7 hidden treasures which was an Asian salad of sorts both exceptional appetizers. The dinner roll was incredibly good w a muffin appearance but very light biscuit texture w garlic oil and black truffle shavings!! Seriously most meals aren't prepared w as much care as this bread. Finally we decided on splitting a branzini style sea bass 3 ways - it was huge at 17 oz. The fish is cooked whole and filleted table side - extra tasty and perfectly seasoned a truly delicious meal. The deserts looked great but we were too full to enjoy them so we passed. Special shout out to the service and maître d staff. They were young, knowledgeable, friendly and the service was nothing short of perfect. The night mgr delivered the bill and was very nice. We can't wait to go back for the brunch. if you're on a budget you might want to wait for a special occasion but if food is your passion and money is not an issue bourbon Steak is the place to be!
(4)Justin B.
I went for my two year anniversary and everything was absolutely PERFECT. From the amazing creations from Chef Mina (the cripsy baked potato was beyond amazing...and I don't know where to begin about the porterhouse just to name a few dishes) to the extrodinary service (shoutout to Scott our server! ) to the live jazz trio and the soothing romantic atmosphere...My girlfriend and I have an absolute new favorite restaurant. Can't wait to go back! You must check this place out...in all honesty the best dining experience I've been fortunate enough to have.
(5)Gina P.
I just dined at Bourbon last night with a small group of family and friends. I would definitely be a repeat customer if I lived in the area. The ambiance was lovely and the trio of musicians playing was delightful surprise that added a special feeling to the dining room. We were all able to hear ourselves speak and hardly noticed other goings on around our table. The food was delicious. I shared the porter house steak, oysters, asparagus side, and the special baked potato. I am very particular about how steak is cooked and served and I truly enjoyed this meal. I would recommend this restaurant for special occasions, business meetings, impressive date nights, or just to satisfy an urge for a really expertly cooked meal be it fish or beef.
(5)Adrine K.
Food was ok but service is very bad waitress was very unprofessional and need a lot of improvement. I regret going.
(2)Paul F.
What a disappointment! I have lived in Glendale over 14 years and have longed for a good local steakhouse. I don't mind going into LA, Hollywood, Eagle Rock, Pasadena or other spots, but a place close to home would be great. It was a spur of the moment decision to go- my wife suddenly wanted steak and lucky for us the place just opened. We were seated quickly, the décor was beautiful and the vibe was great. The music was OK. A live three man band with a slight swing type of flair played random songs that would fluctuate in volume making conversations difficult. We ordered oysters to start. Possibly the smallest oysters I have seen and they weren't cut right. Whoever shucked the, almost cut the meat in half and most of the time the foot was still attached. For the main we went with a rid eye medium well for her and the lobster pot pie for me. We waited well over 45 minutes with no sign of the waitress. Once the lobster pot pie arrived I was so excited. It was wheeled out on a cart, in a large copper pot with a pastry crust. I imagined it to be filled with heart veggies, a rich broth, and lobster bits throughout. How wrong I was. When the shell was lifted (which was as hard and resilient as a turtle shell) most of the pot was empty except for a sad smattering of limp veggies, one morel mushroom, and clumsy pieces of lobster still in the shell. I even had to ask where the gravy was since I could barely see it. She practically had to tilt the pot to collect enough gravy. She put the turtle shell on the plate and poured out the contents of the pot on top. That pastry crust barely absorbed any of the gravy- probably because their was so little of it. Once I wrestled the meat from the shell I was disappointed by how dry and tasteless the meat was. It almost tasted frozen. I was told this was a signature dish that is why I was willing to pay $70, but I would've been better off with a frozen chicken pot pie for $5. The steak was worse. It was only about 3/4 inch thick and burned on the edges. A few bites were good, but the majority of it was raw. She got a side of the Mahi Mahi which was little more than a salty fish flavored piece of bathroom tile with curious grill marks. We brought some home, and even the cat wouldn't eat it. By this point we had been there two hours and just wanted to go. Trying to get the waitress to bring a check was a nightmare. Where did she go? The place isn't even busy. I had my card ready so not to waste more time. I see her take my card, charge it, then she goes to the bar -right past our table- gets drinks for other people then brings me back the check. I get the bill, but my credit card is missing. I called over a manager who just gave me a stupid look and said "I don't know where it could be." rather than saying "Let me find that for you right away." What sort of a manager is that? Eventually the waitress came back with my card that she said "fell out". I hope they get bought out by management that really knows how to run a restaurant, not just decorate one. I guess I'll have to keep driving for my steak!
(1)Jack K.
Great Restaurant. Love the complimentary fries in the beginning. Service was okay still a new restaurant so it will take time. Food took longer than expected to come out. But overall I would go back.
(4)Angela F.
The Americana has needed a fine dining establishment for a while and they got it right with Michael Mina's Bourbon. We'd made reservations for our party of 6 at 6:30 but weren't seated until 7. Hopefully this is just a new opening glitch. Our server was attentive and knowledgable about the menu and the support staff were also fantastic. They bring fries and various dipping sauces to your table as an appetizer and they were amazing! They then brought us some rolls that looked extremely promising, with the glimmer of warm butter and herbs sprinkled on top. Unfortunately, they were extremely dry. I'd suggest a rework on this dish. As expected of this kind of restaurant, the steaks were delicious. However, I'd have to say my favorite dish was the organic chicken. The fried chicken is so flavorful and moist! (Plus, it doesn't hurt that it's served with truffle Mac and Cheese!) The desserts were ok. I had high hopes for the caramel cream tart but it tasted strongly of coffee instead of how the menu described it. Two things that were disappointing: it's a Bourbon restaurant and they don't serve Pappy. But, we talked to the manager and it looks like it'll be a future offering. My biggest complaint - the live band music made it impossible to carry on a conversation. Please, stop them or mute them!!
(4)sylvia m.
I went to Bourbon steak on grand opening night. The restaurant itself is gorgeous with plenty of attention to details. We ordered appetizers which were very good. Unfortunately, the steak was disappointing. We ordered the Bourbon garlic sirloin cut and they were very chewy. The signature mina sauce is delicious, but the steaks definietly were not top cut with little to no seasoninig. We waited quite some time to get our check and service was fair. We were also overcharged not once but twice. We split the bill three ways and still have to contact them to get it all figured out. Ill definitely give it another shot, the restaurant has so much potential.
(3)Rania Y.
So they just opened three weeks ago. First thing the hostess said after we asked about how it's going was "were starting to get all our kinks out so hopefully you will enjoy your dinner." That should have been our first warning. So we sat down and looked at the wine menu. Cheapest red wine was $108/ and not anything that's familiar. So the earring was nice and they started us with a taster of fries and dips from the chef which were pretty good. I had a red snapper which was a good dish, but the portions was not $35 worth. My husband and our friend ordered fillets. One was over and one was way under! Our other friend ordered a t-bone and it tasted like lighter fluid! (Agreed and tasted by all of us!) so when we complained they have us an excuse again about how the chef is getting used to the kitchen and grills still... Not an excuse at all and even if it was it should not have been told to us that way. So after getting two steaks comped we had three house wines, two salads a fish entree and a steak entree we paid $200. If they are blaming the kinks and getting used to the space if wait a while til u try this place... We will not give it another chance.
(2)R B.
When you pay this much it's either 1 or 5 stars. No in between for me. Many problems with this experience. Similar to what others have said. Food is ok at best. Had better for half the price. But the attention to detail is a problem too. Forgot our rolls after we asked numerous times. They came out cold. Seemed microwaved. Gave us the wrong sides and seemed confused when we said they weren't ours. My steak was undercooked and they told me it was cooked a certain way and I said I didn't order that and then 3 people later finally just said that was how i ordered it. The wine pours were really skimpy. REALLY SKIMPY. Nice places like this don't measure the pours for their fine spirits either. After a really expensive dinner we all walked away really disappointed. Others may have a good experience but for the money this place costs save yourself time and money and go to sizzler or a real steakhouse.
(1)A M A.
To be fair, I knew I was in the wrong place the minute I looked at the menu - way out of my price range, and am trying to do protein and greens with no sauces - but someone else chose the place and I was too embarrassed to speak up - although even if I had, they couldn't hear me because the most crass fake hip music was blasting overhead. But to the food - since they have the gall to charge and brag so much about their signature dishes, here goes - the Tuna Tartare app - a shy, very sweet guy came to the table with a tiny portion - it was an eighth of an inch high and about an inch and a half in diameter when it should be a much higher stack or spread thinly across the plate but no. It didn't matter though because I couldn't eat it. Guy gave me no option as he proceeded to mush it up and drown all tuna taste out with a sesame sauce and paste it on to the plate with stale white toast to scoop with. I order this dish often as a treat and this was the worst iteration of it I have ever tried. The garlic sirloin (only ordered it 'cos it was the cheapest steak at $28) was stringy, chewy - not worth eating so I stopped on that also. The Caesar salad was drowned in dressing using the iceberg leaf as a kind of bowl. I couldn't eat all that creamy sauce, but there was no option in how it was served, so I left that also. After a ridiculously expensive meal (for my budget) the only thing that tasted ok was the complimentary fries served - at least the single one I tasted was good. Why didn't I speak up? Because after we sat down I asked our server for something specific on the cocktail and she made a big deal out of it, botched it and then got all snippy. I just wanted to get out fast, pay and never come back. I can think of ten better restaurants within three miles that are a fraction of the price and far more fun.
(1)Margaret D.
I was here with a friend and we will not be returning. We ordered off the Dine LA menu for lunch. Prawn soup, so named because of the single prawn on top of a layer of chili on top of cream of chicken soup. I had a really weird salad with tomatoes, bacon and something sweet and creamy that didn't go well with the rest of the salad. We both had burgers. Neither burger was adequately cooked to order. Both were ordered medium well and both were medium with lots of pink. The beef was flavorful. The toppings again crossed over into the weird range. Sweet onions and a very weird cheese on top. The fries overly seasoned. The vanilla custard had a crunchy topping it could have done without. The custard itself was fine but just ordinary. The waitress needs to wash her dress or shower, she reeked of sweat. Not a pleasant experience. Would not recommend. Getting sick later in the day just made it over the top. If I could give it a 0 star rating I would.
(1)Brittany G.
Amazing place! I came in with some friends and were greeted right away by the hostess who was very friendly. Our table wasn't ready yet so we decided to go to the bar and grab a drink before. When we got to the bar, we were instantly acknowledged by the bartender-Robin I think was her name. She started a conversation with us rather than be a boring order taker. She was super friendly and outgoing and was constantly smiling. She gave recommendations on drinks and they turned out so amazing! We had the sling, the buck, a yummy spicy mescal strawberry margarita and a flip. We decided to stay and eat at the bar and the service was just as good, if not better than eating in the dining room! We had the tuna appetizer, duck spring rolls, porterhouse steak (the best I've had) and side dishes like the delicious Mac and cheese, asparagus and mushrooms. All of these were recommended by the bartender. Seriously, if you like great service, a great pianist, and delicious food and drinks, go to Bourbon Steak! Robin was so nice and gave us little caramels to take home since we couldn't fit dessert in. Wonderful staff! Will be coming back to see her and try more of the food and drinks! Highly highly recommended!
(5)Randall M.
i can truly say i had perhaps the best steak i've ever had in los angeles at bourbon steak. i went for the rib eye, fantastic ! i got a huge baked potato with caramelized bacon and butter as my side, perfect as well. my server hillary was lovely as well. she explained everything perfectly and recommended the root beer float for dessert. what a great way to end such a decadent meal. i'll be back again soon !
(5)Daniella G.
We came here for my birthday dinner with 2 other couples. The staff was great and highly attentive to our party. I ordered the filet mignon and had to order it well done since I'm pregnant. When I got it back, It was still a little too pink inside and they quickly took it back and cooked it more thoroughly. Now mind you, Pre-pregnancy I would have scoffed at the idea of well done meat. The server took it back without question and made sure that it was to my liking when they brought it back. I know other restaurants would have looked at me like I was out of my mind for sending the steak back. Our party ordered the truffle Mac n cheese (amazing) and it took more time than expected to come out so the server took it off the bill. We were also impressed by the attentiveness of the sommelier, he always came out to make sure the table had enough wine. I'm very happy this restaurant opened in Glendale. Now we don't have to travel to DTLA or Beverly Hills for a swanky dinner :)
(5)Pamir R.
It seems when you get too much good reviews your staff starts taking the customers as granted... The whole staff was super busy doing things instead of taking their time to give us a menu ... And there were only 2 tables in total ... Adios!
(1)Dorothy Y.
Yet another trip searching for the ultimate steak. This place delivered. Dinner was a 12oz Kobe steak, with baked potatoes. Everything was outstanding. Our server Giuseppe was superb, start to finish-a must try hummus with avocado dip and the bone marrow. We love it so much that we dined there consecutively 2 straight nights!
(5)Rob P.
Updated: 6/21/14 Bourbon Steak was running a great lunch special which consisted of a Burger, Fries and Dessert for something like $18...who can say no to that? THE ORDER The Bourbon Burger - 4.5 out of 5 - Bourbon Steak really knows how to make a burger. The burger came out at a perfect medium rare and was one of the tastiest patties I've had in a while. It came topped with blue cheese, onions, mushrooms and a truffle aioli. Everything was perfectly balanced and subtle yet delicious. The truffle aioli does add a subtle earthiness. The Bacon Cheeseburger - 4.5 out of 5 - Equally perfectly prepared as the burger above. The bacon cheese burger with bacon, secret sauce (aka Thousand Island dressing) romaine lettuce and american cheese. The bacon was thick cut with an excellent bacon flavor...without being overly salty as most places. Very enjoyable burger. Very well done. OVERALL Very well done burgers that just felt like they were an ingredient or two away from being head of the class. ORIGINAL REVIEW I wanted to give Bourbon Steak a soft try before really diving it so I decided to check out their Happy Hour. The fiancé and I were able to get two of the remaining bar stools and proceeded to order most of their happy hour menu. THE ORDER Oysters on the half shell - 4 out of 5 - Can't go wrong here. The oysters were very fresh and very clean tasting. Duck Spring Rolls - 4.5 out of 5 - The best dish we had that day. Name is a little misleading as it is more of a fried egg roll than a spring roll. The rolls were perfectly fried and the duck was tender and very flavorful. Beef Tartare - 4 out of 5 - Great quality beef. It was well seasoned and very tasty. Serviced with slices of bread and dijon mustard on the side...which really ties the dish together. Black Truffle Mac & Cheese - 2.5 out of 5 - The disappointment of the afternoon. Flavor was solid but the sauce was kinda on the watery side. Presentation could have been a little nice as it was just served in a small steel pot. Sommelier choice Red - 3.5 out of 5 - That day it was a French wine blend which was solid. It was very mild and easy to drink. A good happy hour wine to go with anything, but kind of void of personality. Daily Punch - 3.5 out of 5 - Solid cocktail. It does taste like an adult fruit punch. OVERALL Very good first impression. I plan to check it out for dinner one of these days. The lobster pot pie is calling my name
(4)T L.
The one star is not for food as I've never eaten here. I probably never will. I've called several times today only to hear the phone ring 20 times. When I finally got someone on the phone, they immediately put me on hold. After ten minutes, I hung up. NO food is THAT good.
(1)Alex A.
The place looks great. The service was better then most. We were seated promptly, they presented bread and fries as compliments from the chief. The wines are ridiculously priced, corking fee is 40 dollars. Ordered a Cab Franc which was bland and then a Pinot which did not impress for the price. The salads were very good. the main course was okay, but the price warranted more. If you charge over 100 dollars a person for a meal you better make it memorable. I would not recommend the Bourbon Steak, for the price. I wish this place was awesome... *sigh
(2)Sean B.
I have mixed feelings, so I'm going to be right up front with my thoughts on Bourbon Steak. It was good, we were treated well, and I enjoyed the experience. However, at this point for me, a nearly $300 dinner for two needs to include more than good food and nice service to really make me stand up and applaud. That's what you want to do after getting that check. And believe me, I've done it. I love knowing that I dropped $400 on a meal that I will never forget. Not so much when my dinner the following night at Gladstones was just as good, and a quarter of the cost. So maybe the idea here is that, yes its good, but its not quite worth the price. Or, perhaps its that something was missing. And know that it was not for a lack of trying. We ordered a starter, I had oysters, we split a whiskey tasting that was smoked with essence pairings tableside, we spoke with two different sommeliers (wine and spirits). I ordered two different cocktails (sending the first back), my wife had two different glasses of wine. I feel that we gave the menu and the restaurant as a whole a great chance to dazzle, to amaze, to impress. Maybe its the steak house theme, which is a narrow and maybe even tired genre. Again, everything was nice, the food was good, the servers and other staff were very nice. But I'm not racing back there anytime soon.
(4)Arlyn A.
Good place good service had a great waiter classy decor nice ambiance but did not stand out for the rest
(3)Sandra V.
I was lucky enough to get invited to their grand opening event last night, an evening complete with live music, canape-brandishing waitstaff, perma-flowing wine, and one Mario Lopez sighting (A.C. Slater 4 Lyfe!). It was a self-congratulatory, masturbatory, well-heeled crowd**; a veritable parade of Glendale's finest, soaking up the atmosphere, the free food, and a glimpse or two of the Ketel One girls in their tight dresses. Meanwhile I came wearing my holy jeans--and I'm not talking about my Sunday clothes. C'est la vie! That didn't stop me from waiting my turn at the end of the buffet line, the food a pot of gold at the end of the proverbial rainbow. I too topped my portions of waygu and prime rib with copious amounts of Béarnaise sauce, creamy horseradish, and salt. I took down a plate of desserts; I supped from the raw bar; and yes I even drank champagne from a regular wine glass--quelle horreur! It was a great time while it lasted, but let's be honest, I will probably not be back. Not until I have an expense account, at least. Or a rich husband (ha-ha-ha, jk). **To be fair, for such a large, rangy event, for the size of the horde, the waitstaff really did a great job of keeping things organized and moving. The buffet line was long all night, but not once did they run out of food. Kudos!
(5)Sassy M.
Finally! Fine Dining in Glendale! We have been here twice and had a lovely dinner with our friends last Friday night. The restaurant is beautiful inside and the service is excellent. Most importantly, the food is amazing! I have lived in Glendale for over 20 years and we usually have to drive to Pasadena or Beverly Hills for upscale dining. The steaks are very good and we loved the desserts and cheese course. I recommend they work on their creamed spinach though, that was the only part of our long and leisurely dinner that we didn't care for. Otherwise, yum!!
(5)Mary A.
After so much anticipation that Michael Mina is opening up a restaurant in Los Angeles, None other than in Glendale. I couldn't count the days faster & faster. Sadly there are still too many kinks that need to be worked on here. The pricing is totally outrageous for the quality. I know what your thinking its Michael Mina, his brand, the Americana high rent, tourist trap, etc.. Still no excuse. I am a fine dining snobette & was highly disappointed with this particular place. I really hate to be mean but the truth must be told. I love me a good Ribeye steak & Bourbon did not deliver. For a large dry aged ribeye that was not stated prime on the menu what we received was a sub-par under seasoned flavorless piece of meat. Usually dry aged beef develops a nice deep flavor & this one just wasn't there. We did enjoy the fabulous duck fat fried complimentary fries with a trio of dipping sauces. Parmesan was my favorite along with the BBQ. We also got the lobster corn dogs. Absolutely misleading. What it was, was a pressed & ground up mystery meat inside with tiny bits of lobster here & there mostly filler though. Fried up & lost it's appeal after 3 bites. Totally not worth it! We ordered the truffle mac & cheese since we both love Truffles & anything cheesy. Sadly yet again major disappointment with this. No trace of truffle flavor what so ever & needed salt the flavor fell flat. Instead of having that hint or pungent truffle essence & ooey gooey cheesy goodness it should have it didn't not even close. The savior of the entire meal was our Complimentary truffle butter roll, those duck fat fried fries, dessert & our bourbon salted caramel candy wrapped in gold foil. That roll let me tell you about it. It was insanely buttery, clearly it was a laminated dough, with layers of dough & buttery, bits of truffle running through it. Oh my gawd! To end our meal we got the Bourbon salted caramel tart made in-house topped with coca nibs. This was spectacular. The center was runny & rich. The crust was crunchy & buttery with flavor topped with just enough cacao nibs to counter balance the sweet & saltiness. Will I return? I would give them as many chances I can. I do come back for other items on the menu besides their steaks. For steaks I can stick to Maestros & Ruth's Chris for the same price for better quality & flavor on my Ribeye's even the sides!
(3)Armen A.
There's just something about a steakhouse of this caliber in Glendale that just doesn't feel right... It's a Michael Mina so the consistency factor is there. I had the 8 oz filet at medium rare and it was delicious. The lobster mash was quite delicious as well. The pricing was on point for the product and the drinks were very unique but weird. The ambiance is nice with the live piano but the the overall music does not go with the restaurant mood. It's still new so we have to give it time to settle and get on it's feet.
(4)Bob Q.
Dinner on a Saturday night at 6PM for 4. Seated promptly. Service: Natasha Friendly, attentive, and not pretentious Appetizers: Tuna tartar - Mediocre at best, do not order it. The lobster pot-pie - A pleasant surprise. The sauce wasn't overwhelming and the lobster was fresh Entrees: Kansas City Strip (Australian Wagyu) Ribeye Cap Hangar steak (American Wagyu) Mexican seabass (special, $45!) *All of these items were disappointing. I would not recommend any of them. Dessert: Lemon olive oil cake - great Pastry case bread pudding - good Conclusion: I do not plan on returning and I would not recommend it when there are so many good steakhouses in L.A.
(2)Autumn Y.
Finally Michael Mina returns to the LA area! I am so excited the Mina group has returned and with a vengeance I must say! This new addition is welcomed with open arms to the Glendale area. Bourbon Steak meets all expectations for a perfect dining experience. The ambiance is sexy and vibrant. It is the perfect setting for an after work cocktail, date or even a girls night out. I came here with a few friends shortly after the opening and we had an incredible time. I have been to a few Michael Mina restaurants including a few other Bourbon Steaks so thought I knew what to expect, but this restaurant is pretty unique. For starters they have live piano music as you dine and an amazing cocktail list. I have to say I am always impressed with Mina's cocktail lists. They are always different in each restaurant. They are inspiring and unique and pack so many creative flavors. This BS also has a bourbon cart that goes around, which is something I have not seen in his other Bourbon Steak restaurants. I am not a huge bourbon fan but my friend is and truly enjoyed this added touch. When we arrived we were promptly greeted and seated at our table. Just like the other Mina establishments the hostess staff was welcoming and warm. Once seated we each started with a cocktail and ordered the shellfish platter to share. The platter was unbelievable. It was very fresh and the presentation was beautiful. For my starter I had the heirloom beet salad and for my entree I had the filet with gulf prawns on top. The salad was nothing short of amazing. It was very light and fresh. The combination of pistachio and goat blended perfectly together. The steak was cooked perfectly and melted in my mouth. For sides we ordered the truffle mac and cheese, lobster whipped potatoes and roasted cauliflower. The mac and cheese is a staple, a must whenever I dine at a Mina restaurant- it is the best mac and cheese by far. The lobster whipped potatoes were very special. MELT IN YOUR MOUTH AMAZING. I could literally eat the entire side by myself. The service was also impeccable. Our server was very knowledgeable on the menu and gave us his recommendations on all the courses. The presentation was terrific and each course was brought out together for the table, which I truly appreciate. It kills me when the entire table is not served at the same time. We weren't able to try dessert because we were so full but I will for sure be back next time I am in the area. In fact, I may have to make a special trip out when I am back in California. I am very happy the Mina group decided to return to the area and can't wait to come back in to try more of the inspiring and creative dishes they serve. Bravo you did it again Michael Mina!
(5)Peach D.
Very extremely small portions, not much to choose from on the menu, over priced, too dark, dirty utensils (visible even in that darkness), etc. I Will never ever ever go back!!! Even though their fries were delish (it finished before i could say "yummy")
(1)B L.
Bourbon Steak is no Mastro's.. But it will do given the location. FINALLY a classy restaurant with great ambiance in the Glendale area. It's like getting Beverly Hills treatment without the traffic/drive/and parking. GIven I came as they were still new, surely you can count on them to make mistakes. Lots of mistakes actually... 1) waited 40+ minutes for our steaks 2) undercooked steak 3) overcharged on bill 4) overcharged AGAIN on bill BUT.. The staff at Bourbon Steak tried their very best to make the experience worth while and as positive as possible after each mistake. -1/2 dozen Oysters ($18)- delicious, fresh, pretty standard oysters. -Fries (complimentary)- 3 flavors of fries and 3 dipping sauces. Mmm I wish I caught the name of each one, but it was good. However, I was a bit "fried" out and wished they had a bread basket instead. Try to opt out of getting more potato related side dishes later because thats a lot of potato. - Truffle bread roll (complimentary)- the server brought over one roll each. I guess it's limited.. it is black truffle after all. Delicious -Rib "eye" w/ lobster add on- The rib eye was ok.. Nothing too special. It tasted rather regular for an american wagyu.. I would've expected more. I think this may have been due to it being slightly more cooked than I would have liked. I wanted medium rare, but it was more of just medium. The lobster add on was disppointing. The smallest tail I have ever seen for almost $30. I could've gotten two from Lawry's or Mastro's. -Flat Iron steak w/ Bone Marrow add on- The flat iron initially came out undercooked, but once it they brought it back out, it was perfect melt in your mouth meaty goodness. The bone marrow wasn't worth it though. -Asparagus- I don't think I've been more excited about asparagus in my life.. It has a touch of Asian flavors. It was delicious. -Truffle Mac and Cheese- I was worried it would be too cheesey, but it was just right. And you can taste the truffle oil. -Truffle Donuts- OMG what is this? Incredibly soft, fluffy truffle infused pieces of dough. Mmm.. -Pureed potatoes (3 flavors)- worth getting if you LOVE potatoes like I do. It allows you to sample different flavors. Not your regular mashed potatoes. Overall, they did make mistakes.. But that flat iron steak, asparagus, pureed potatoes and truffle donuts were enough for me to want to come back. I'm very happy with the location as well. Fine dining and treatment without the distance.
(4)Narek K.
If your hesitant to come here. DONT. this place is fantastic, service is always on point and i have been here three times already. there drinks are good, think it should be stronger. Hanger steak WOW!. and there complimentary fries, soup and caramel chocolate is sooo good... The price is right. Service and food? fantastic. Many people forget to write a review about there good experiences to place, they just remember the bad. This place is awesome.
(5)Elaine E.
Good steak... Love love their fries!! Prices were ok since I have been to more expensive places..it's a pretty quiet place, good for dates or intimate night out... It's next to movie theater and shopping mall.. Will definitely come back soon!
(4)Dottie W.
This place is excellent in every way possible, Great food, staff, ambience, specialty drinks everything!!!!!!! We are definitely going back.
(5)Ida C.
Stumbled upon this restaurant while shopping at the Glendale Galleria/America. We were totally underdressed and had absolutely no idea what this place was all about. Oops. Before our meal, we were given a trio of duck fat fries instead of the usual bread. That was a pleasant surprise. The pickled flavored was interesting, but the parmesan would have to be my favorite out of the three. I was not in the mood to eat a whole steak to myself, so I ordered the Wagyu beef burger. I am really happy with my choice because it was cooked to perfection and was really filling! It was also not as expensive as the other entrees so I definitely recommend this entree if you don't feel like forking out 60 bucks for a steak. Fun fact: this burger was created by Chef Michael Mina. My boyfriend ordered the prime rib medium rare, so I was able to try some of it. It was very tasty and I would not mind eating it again and again and again. The truffle mac and cheese did not impress and the lobster tail was extremely tiny for the hefty price tag (26 bucks I believe). I would probably skip those next time. I will probably return again in the future and order the Japanese Wagyu steak whenever I am feeling baller lol.
(4)Jordan M.
This was our second time visiting bourbon steak and we couldn't have been happier with our experience either time. Our server Lindsey was super nice and very knowledgeable about all the food and drink options. I definitely recommend doing the table side bourbon flight the presentation is awesome. We ordered the 32oz porterhouse for two and it was definitely one of the best steaks I've ever had. If you get the black truffle butter with it you definitely won't be disappointed.
(5)Jen C.
Fine dining at its best! Started dinner with a couple glasses of Malbec and the complementary trio duck fat fries, which we were not expecting at all. Being a fan of Michael Mina, trying his specialties was a must. We decided on the Maine Lobster Pot Pie, Mirin & Soy-Glazed 'Magical Mushroom' and Black Truffle Mac & Cheese. WOW, just WOW. The table side presentation of the Lobster Pot Pie was amazing! It caught the attention of everyone around us. The flavors of all the ingredients together was incredible. I did not expect the portions of side orders for the Mac & Cheese and mushrooms. There was enough to take home! I must say that from the three dishes I tried, the magic in those mushrooms definitely stole the show.
(4)Jo F.
My Chicken and Donuts is good. Just the right size but the batter is a bit salty for my taste. Presentation is well done. Hamburgers are delicious. The garlic potatoes are also very good. A side order only but the size is big enough to share. So was the Parmesan Cream spinach and mac & cheese. We all loved the menus. We will surely come back. Service is excellent! By the way, I only had (1) review and (1) check in. The yelp app is getting weird.
(4)Nicola T.
I was driving up through LA, moving out from San Diego to the Bay Area. I stopped in LA to meet up with dear friends Maren, Kalani, and Justin and got dinner at Bourbon to celebrate finally getting moved out. This place was amazing. Walking in, the decor is classy and sophisticated--it feels more like Vegas than a shopping mall. Piano playing in the background. We started with a round of drinks at the bar. The drink menu was a bit overwhelming at first, until we noticed a seasonal cocktail list. Perfect! I forgot what I ordered, but all the drinks were creative and delish. We sat down for dinner, and got another round of drinks. The main menu has a smoked bourbon flight. I love me some bourbon so I definitely had to get it. I figured I'd get a few different drinks to try, but instead they roll out a cart and use a little torch to smoke different aromas (cinnamon, sugar, and a third I can't remember) into the glasses, each specifically matched to the whisky. SO COOL! I've done my share of tastings and never had anything like that, but what a great way to bring out the tastes of each drink without diluting them. A round of apps followed--oysters, tuna tartare (which was prepped at the table), and spring rolls. All were excellent, but I'm still dreaming of the tuna tartare. Oh and duck fat fries. Amazing. For dinner, I shared the Australian Wagyu. This is the real deal, you can taste it, it just melts in your mouth. We got some sides as well--mac and cheese and brussels sprouts balanced out the meal. Finally, desert. I wish I remembered what we got, but somehow I had room after all that food! I'm still dreaming about that meal. I may have to make it back to LA to "visit friends" ;-).
(5)Maren D.
For a long time, Bourbon Steak was one of those "we really should go there sometime" places that we'd see when visiting the Americana and other spots in Glendale. Two years later, we finally stepped inside. We discovered a swanky interior, strong and flavorful cocktails, and impeccable service--an LA rarity! My favorite parts of the meal were the oysters (normally I don't even like 'em!), Lucky Lindy cocktails, piano music, and the tableside bourbon tasting cart. Bourbon Steak is a perfect spot for a date or any kind of celebratory dinner. I loved our cozy, comfy booth but I also noticed a small room in the back that would work well for larger parties of about a dozen people. Given the atmosphere, delish drinks, and easy parking, I'll definitely return for happy hour or weekend brunch sometime soon.
(5)Karen P.
Visited Bourbon for my boyfriends birthday and the staff was phenomenal with their enthusiasm and genuine happiness. Our waiter definitely talked us into various plates that we oh so thoroughly enjoyed! We particularly enjoyed the fries oddly enough it was the highlight of our dinner. The drinks are so delicious we plan on coming back for seconds very soon! We tried several desserts including the dessert cart which i still can't stop thinking about. We had the most fabulous time and we are so thankful to them for making our celebration that much more joyous! :D
(5)Katie B.
I don't do fine dining very often. I'm of the mindset that it's only for a special occasion, but as my age starts to creep into 30-something status, I definitely understand the appeal of this masterfully choreographed culinary experience. I've lunched (no longer offered) dinnered, and happy houred at BS, and each time I was made to feel like every member of the staff was there just to ensure my time was well spent. The service is flawless. The ambiance is whatever you want it to be. Sit at the bar if you're dining/drinking solo, the back area is a little more formal and fitting for larger groups, the area in front of the bar is great for enjoying a small bite or two (though, I'm not a fan of the tables in that section - request a booth if you can), or they even have patio seating, which I imagine is delightful for brunch. Hopefully you're there when they have a live jazz band producing soothing tunes posted up next to the bar on the beautiful piano. Happy hour: A fantastic option for those with champagne wishes on a beer budget. M-F, 4-6pm at the bar, you can imbibe $6-7 cocktails (recommend: Lucky Lindy) and indulge in select snacks for $5-8 (recommend: pomegranate-glazed pork spare ribs, avocado deviled eggs) or go big with their $16 bacon cheeseburger. Dinner: A true showstopper experience. The meal kicks off with a complimentary trio of duck fat fries with dipping sauces, then you're treated to an amuse bouche to tease your tastebuds into the main event. If you're in the mood, I highly recommend ordering the tableside tuna tartare. For your mains, the lobster pot pie is something that one should at least experience once in his/her lifetime. It's a true masterpiece. As for the real reason you're there (the steak, of course), you can't go wrong with any of the decadent-sounding options. I personally love the ancho chili-marinated trip tip, but I'm sure that's just scratching the surface of what the chef does in the kitchen. I do love the variety of wagyus offered (American, Japanese, Australian). If you didn't do the lobster pot pie, you can go for a side of lobster whipped potato, but I'd suggest any of the vegetable sides instead to balance out the heartiness of the meat. Dessert: Me oh my. The candy/confections dessert is fun, but I suggest going for the butterscotch toffee pudding, the seasonal option for the evening, or the signature root beer float. It will put the soft, but glorious exclamation point on the end of your meal. As mentioned above, the service is impeccable and everyone who visited our table was as professional and friendly as the first. Absolutely making more of a habit of this kind of outing in the future.
(5)Jenny R.
Amazing service. To the FOH AND BOH OVER THE TOP SERVICE. Joey D was our server, he was amazing and detail about the menu. The steaks were melting in the mouth so amazing good. The lobster mash is recommended
(5)Noise424 N.
Had good service and great food. We all loved our meat choices. The filet minion & the dry aged rib eye was flavored to perfection. The cauliflower side dish is a must. As for dessert, make sure to try the Lemon Olive Oil Cake, it was unique and delicious. Make reservations ahead of time, it's a steak house after all, they get booked quickly, especially on the weekends.
(5)Jay B.
Bourbon Steak and Michael Mina are very explicit it claiming everything is Organic and like any grocery store, you will be expected to shell out more for "untainted natural" food. This review is for the lunch crowd, as the food reviewed was experienced in the light of day. It would be great to see a rib-eye as part of the lunch menu for a lunch price, but this is no different than most lunch steakhouse offerings which offer less tasty cuts of meat which are petit filets, skirts, and sirloins. Had the following Lunch Items: - Trio of Duck-Fat Fires [$9] ( yelp.com/biz_photos/bour… ), served with 3 types of prepared fries, each pared with its own dipping sauce. A good sampler starter - and most people do order this. - Roasted Eggplant & Avocado Dip [$12] ( yelp.com/biz_photos/bour… ), served with crudité (pickled veggies), and chickpea panisse & lavash breads. The avocado dip was spot on - but anything with avocados is pretty much a hit. - Bourbon Steak Burger [$15] ( yelp.com/biz_photos/bour… ), this was served on a brioche bun topped with caramelized onions, mushrooms and a truffle aioli. As burgers go, the flavors were very tame and not too exciting. No sides were included. - Bourbon Butter Sirloin [$28] ( yelp.com/biz_photos/bour… ), this was a very small 8 oz cut. Given this was a signature steak; it was on the firm side (expected from a Sirloin) and very lightly seasoned. Again cost-to-worth ratio was just not hitting my sweet spot. However, the side of Wood-Roasted Cauliflower was the plus on this plate, as it was roasted with raisins, flan, and capers. - Prime Skirt [$25] ( yelp.com/biz_photos/bour… ). This was actually a bit tastier than the Sirloin as it had a higher fat content. However again for the price, the quality didn't exceed the quantity. The side was the Morel Mushroom Risotto. The risotto was a bit undercooked and topped with English Pea froth. As part of the drink menu, there is a page that explains the drink philosophy. Bottom line, "infused" is the name of the game here and because of that, the drinks may not hit the pallet in the usual way. I like classic tastes, as infusion makes way for some very odd parings and nebulous tastes that don't impress me at all. I had a Bloody Mary that gave a strange twist to my taste buds. FYI, 0 degree cocktails means no alcohol. Besides the food, the environment was professional and for lack of a better word, "crisp." ( yelp.com/biz_photos/bour… ) The service experienced was as expected given the price you pay. Given how new the place was, questions about the food and the answers received were a bit contrived. The time we were there, we did see Chef Mina walking around the dining area, but didn't seem to stop and chat with anyone. Granted that I didn't want to shell out $50+ for a dinner menu rib-eye at lunch, and haven't tasted the top-of-the-line meats they offer; this review may be a bit premature. However, given the taste of their lunch offerings, nothing is nudging me to come back to give the dinner menu a try; as there are many other steak places where I would prefer to go when dishing out that amount of money. I definitely have had better without the dent in the wallet. So this will remain two stars until I'm back in the area and decide not to have Armenian/Persian/Lebanese.
(2)Brittany F.
This is the sexiest restaurant Glendale has ever seen! The space itself is so stunning that it's worth checking out for a drink, especially on a night when they have live music. I was invited in for a dinner and it was really lovely. They start you out with a trio of fries and custom dips. So cute and so fun. Don't fill up on these though! The warm brioche roll that comes out after you order is a thing of pure decadence. I can only imagine how much butter was used to make this warm, delicate bread, but you'll enjoy every bite. The menu is large and there is something for everyone, even non-steak eaters. We shared the tuna tartare to start and it is a great preparation. The pinenuts and mint make this version unique and give it a great zest and texture. We also tried the lobster corn dogs. Huge disclosure... I don't like corn dogs and thus didn't love these, but my friend was gaga for them! The lobster pot pie with brandied lobster cream was much more up my alley! The presentation is quite impressive and they take it out of the pot table side. Such a fun dish and so unique. We also got the smallest size possible of the Japanese Wagyu (3 ounces). It was incredible and just the right amount as it's incredibly rich. A little bummed that they didn't have any special steak sauces on hand, but to be honest, this steak needed no sauce. A side of the black tuffle mac and cheese was creamy and decadent. We were so full by this point! But what is dinner without dessert?! We had a little dessert sampler and had to be rolled out of the restaurant. What a meal. The staff is extremely professional and we even got to meet Mina himself!
(5)Arpy M.
This is for the manager who responded to my review, then proceeded to delete his remarks. I'm assuming because he realized how unprofessional it was. Try improving your service rather than going on a full-fledged attack on consumers who are providing you with feedback. There's a reason there are multiple reviews stating the same thing. The service here sucks. Work on it.
(1)Maggie H.
This could have been a 3.5 star review about how the food isn't bad, but instead, it'll be a one star about everything else that's wrong. My friends and I saw a banner (or some sort of ad) at the Americana for $5 Whiskey Wednesdays (see photo). I had been meaning to try this place, so I came with my brother on a Wednesday to take advantage of the promotion. First off, this place is loud. If you've been to Bottega Louie, this is a similar deal. They have high ceilings and all the chatter just stays in and never leaves. So, not conducive to conversations, romantic dates, or my server (Hilllary) hearing my orders. Whom by the way never really introduced herself to us. I half thought she was the hostess until she started to take our order. I inquire about the $5 promotion. Hillary tells me happy hour is over. I ask her to check, this is a different promo. She comes back, tells me yes, it's all day. I ask her what are the three whiskys on special. She has no idea. Leaves, comes back. She tells me three names, cannot speak to them at all in terms of origin, flavor, etc. Whatever. My brother and I each order one based on the name. She then informs us that we have to order it as a flight of three tastings. This leads me to think it's $5 for a flight. Fine, we order two flights. Food: Tuna tartar - their signature appetizer. Was okay. Has a nice kick to it. I liked the server that helped mix it all together. I think he would've made a way better waiter than Hillary.. Dry aged rib eye- Pretty good. Can't complain. Nice medium rare. Tender. Not too fatty. Truffle mac and cheese - Reminded me a bit of mac and cheese from Souplantation. I see few pieces of black truffle. there is no truffle taste though. They probably would've been better off just slathering it in truffle oil and using more variety of more flavorful cheeses on it. Lobster mashed potato - very pureed, almost like a potato soup. One small piece of lobster. No up-charge though so I didn't expect much in the lobster department. We finished our food. Hilary looks over once in a while at our completely empty plates but never comes to offer dessert menu or check. We ask for the check. $30 charge of drinks. Obviously they charged us $5 for each tasting. I ask tall Asian guy manager (?) about it. He proceeds to explain how the charges are correct. Yes they're $5 for each TASTING. I told him I tried to order just one and was shot down. Well he says, normally people order as a flight. So the promotion really should read $15 for a flight then? Have you seen the ad sir? No. So don't talk down to me like I don't know what I'm saying. Your ad is unclear/misleading OR your server failed to properly explain the promotion. Either way, just take the hit, apologize, and fix your ad. They did eventually take off one tasting from the tab, but we left with very bad tastes in our mouths. I was previously considering coming here for work functions. But definitely not anymore. There are plenty of places where you can spend $50 for a "not bad" steak and not have to suffer the poor service here.
(1)Jeannette G.
This was the second of my DineLA 2014 stops. I came in for lunch. First, the restaurant is beautiful - bright in the day. My dishes included the bourbon salad, skirt steak with their cauliflower side and pot de creme. The individual flavors of each of these dishes was great and the combination of the flavors made the entire meal delightful. If these dishes were only a sampling of the regular menu, then I can't wait to book a reservation to sample their regular full menu.
(5)Kay K.
I was really excited to visit Bourbon Steak on my trip back to Glendale. I was not so excited after I left. As a place that bills itself as a top steakhouse in Los Angeles, it left a lot to be asked for. I order the 10 oz Filet Mignon, medium rare, with the truffle Mac n Cheese. The steak was bland, was not cooked to its perfect temperature, and was really lacking for a $50 dollar steak. Medium rare was more like medium. My wife ordered a petit filet (6oz) for $42. She did medium well, but what came out was unquestionably very well done. Not even close to being grilled correctly. Well done to the point of dryness. Dry as a rock. The appetizers were phenomenal, but I didn't come to a Michael Mina steakhouse for Mac N Cheese. Every top steakhouse I have been to has described the 'pinkness' of the meat. These guys didn't even describe what their idea of medium rare or medium well was. As someone that lives in Phoenix, Arizona where great steakhouses are located all over the Valley, I am convinced Mina can do better. Most of the $20-25 steaks here are substantially better than Bourbon Steak. They are fresher, cooked perfectly, and the waiters command a better knowledge of the product they are serving. They are also friendlier and less uptight. My LA friends had told me this place was overpriced and the service was bad, but we decided to try it anyway- guess we should have trusted them. Oh, and we were charged $10 for a bottle of Fiji. Price isn't a problem- but we weren't told we were getting a bottle. We just wanted some water to sip on. Tl;Dr: Steak was not great. Definitely overpriced. Not cooked right. Keep looking.
(2)Lauren L.
Michael Mena you sly little fella! As soon as I walked in, I wanted to move in. The decor is so sophisticated chic! The grey toned walls, Carrara marble, Restoration Hardware lighting and textured upholstery is exactly my style. We arrived a little before 4:30, there was already a good amount of people sitting in the lounge area enjoying their food. Our party of 4 was seated right away, and the customer service was always really attentive throughout the evening. Items ordered: 1. Avocado deviled eggs (ABSOLUTELY OBSESSED!) There is so much flavor going on with these things that I can't even deal! 4 come on a plate, and I will not share next time. 2. Truffle Mac N Cheese (yes, you can AND should do it) 3. Steak sticks with spicy sauce (good flavor) 4. Duck fat fries (ehh lots of pickled flavors) All of the items listed above are $8 during HH. Holiday drink: Jack Frost (Apple brandy, ginger, honey syrup, cinnamon, hot apple cider) One thing that wasn't so cool? They charge for refills on sodas but don't tell you. Maybe it was a computer error? But that seems a tad shady boots. Overall, a lovely little MM experience.
(5)Henrik E.
First time and for sure it's not going to be my last, there is a great "vipe" here, you feel relaxed and ready to enjoy a good evening with your company and really good food, there duck appetizer toke us by surprise, it's a nice different and well testing dish to start with. Another cool little thing is, we got a bartender's special, a drink with strawberry and lavender, I know it sounds a little of but it's very good. What meal will ever be complete without a great little ice cream. Great place to bring your love one and enjoy your selfs
(5)Melanie D.
This review is for happy hour. The restaurant is beautiful and tastefully appointed - it is elegant and modern. The bar is very appealing and stately. We decided to try a few drinks and their 'famous' duck fat fries. Regarding the HH cocktails, the prices are $6-7 each and they have 2 special cocktails that change daily. Regular priced cocktails are $12. The drinks were pretty good and interesting. The bartenders were nice. One of them forgot to make one of our drinks for about 10 minutes, so she comped it (thank you). I think the staff is still getting their feet wet and getting the hang of working at this new place. Regarding the duck fat fries, we were super disappointed. The fries come with 3 different seasonings and sauces but really just tasted like any other un-original fries with season salt on them. I thought the duck fat would bring a complex, rich flavor - no. Definitely not. And the portion is small, so use the $6 for another daily cocktail special. This is the only food item we tried, but based on this and the other reviews, we won't be having dinner here anytime soon.
(3)Christine H.
They have amazing Japanese Wagu Steak! Very expensive but worth it once in your life time! It truly is the real thing at a very high price at around high 20's an ounce! Oh, my. Ours came with white truffle shavings but not sure if that was just for us or it's on the menu. THE LOBSTER POT PIE was so good. Very good sides, you can't go wrong with a few of those. An excellent meal all together.
(5)Linet O.
I have been wanting to try this place since FOREVER and finally got to come here for dinner this past weekend. I had such a great experience! We came here for a friends birthday. We had reservations so we were seated right away. I ordered their 10oz filet mignon and a side of truffle mac n cheese. Just thinking about it makes my mouth water.The steak was very tender and just melted in my mouth. The mac n cheese was probably the best I have ever had. I got their dirty martini, which was also VERY good. They bring a roll before bringing out your dinner, which is freshly baked and also tasted wonderful. Beyond that, we were very well taken care of throughout our meal, My cup of water never got to half empty before someone rushed over to refill it. The decor of the place is very rustic, think Restoration Hardware. I absolutely loved it and I will be coming back again very soon!
(5)Stuart C.
Pretty good food. On the pricey side. Atmosphere good. Piano player playing classic rock songs all night was a highlight.
(3)Mesrop B.
After visiting this place several more times, I think this place is worth 5 stars strictly based on how perfectly the lobster pot pie and bone marrow are prepared.
(5)Diana P.
Celebrated my boyfriend's birthday dinner here and it was fantastic! The servers were all so wonderful and accomodating. The restaurant itself is very cozy with a live pianist playing on the side. The food is on the pricey side but its worth it. Everything is so good, from the appetizers to desserts. I want to go back again. They do have happy hour so I'll be checking that out too. All in all, if you have money to spend on good food or celebrating a birthday or something special, I say come here at least once in your life.
(5)Jill W.
I wanted to really like this newer steakhouse in Glendale, because Glendale doesn't have a plethora of elegant dining restaurants or celebrity chef steakhouses. I was surprised I could get a reservation for a party of four on a Saturday night at any time. Walking inside, I was impressed with the decor. The collection of tea spoons near the hostess stand is an interesting piece of art. The booths in the main dining room offer a curved bench that is alluring. I loved listening to the live piano player. Our waiter was very nice and the sommelier was chatty, yet the chef isn't preparing the Michael Mina cuisine quite up to the celebrity chef's level.I think Mina should come visit his restaurant more often. The duck spring rolls - a Mina signature dish were interesting with crisp spring rolls wrapped in butter lettuce and mint. It's served with a chili-ginger dipping sauce to give the appetizer a little zing. The tuna tartare presentation was nice as the dish is rolled to the table on a cart and prepared and mixed with a baby quail egg right before your eyes. I was disappointed that it was served with toasted white bread. Maybe they should serve it with the dough that they make their buttery and lightly salted rolls from. Those were delicious. My halibut dish was very small on my large white plate for $36. On the menu it states 7 oz. well it must have shrunk when cooked. My husband did like the flavor of his bone-in ribeye for $54. It did seem to be a true 18 oz. and we did take half of it home to enjoy the next day. He ordered the trio of sauces for $6, yet enjoyed the steak in it's natural flavor better. Our friends passed on the $75 lobster pot pie and ordered the dry-aged Porterhouse for two for $46 per person. They felt the meat was chewy and not the quality of Mastro's or Ruth Chris. If I had a Great Dane, the bone on their plate would have made an excellent treat. We ordered two sides - Magical Mushrooms and creamed spinach. I liked both, however my friends didn't think the spinach was creamy enough. Since it was my friend's birthday, the restaurant did bring a chocolate ganache cake that was a hit around the table. We also ordered the MaCallan 12 butterscotch pudding and Mascarpone cheesecake. The cheesecake arrived on a plate deconstructed with sliced strawberries, little dollops of mascapone cheese, thinly slice rhubarb and powdery pistachio crumbs. My friends didn't like it and wished there were some graham crackers on the plate. I thought it would make a nice and healthy dessert if you were on a diet. Management was kind enough to take the desserts off our bill after my husband expressed his dislike about the size of my halibut to the waiter. The restroom I visited lacked toilet paper, which should never happen at a high-end restaurant. The service was slow at times, because when we walked to the valet, we were informed we went over our three hour limit and had to pay $10 even with the Bourbon Steak validation, which by the way is all done on your cell phone. Would I go back again? Only if I hear that Mina visited his kitchen and staff to make sure the restaurant was at the level he developed it to be. Right now it needs a little tweaking.
(3)SUZIE M.
These stars are only for the location and the decor. The food is not so good. Definitely do yourself a favor and don't order a seal at this "steakhouse". Yore better off with the burger with blue cheese (that was the only decent tasting dish I had at Bourbon. The other star is for their drinks. My favorite is the one with lavender (it tasted really good). There aren't that many place to eat in Glendale; therefor, I guess this is decent.
(3)Lou C. H.
Went in the first two weeks, the place easily draws a crowd. Their reputation precedes them, but they haven't work out the kinks yet. For example, I received an email advertising their happy hour a few days before I checked it out. The waitress, though quite earnest and chipperoo, had no idea what was on it, and couldn't answer any questions. She thought pisco was a grape when explaining the pisco punch. It's a bad sign when the customers know way more than the wait staff because it can lead to miscommunication and bottlenecks. For example, our watiresss would disappear for what felt like a long period of just trying to find out if a drink was "sweet" or not. Whether or not there was bread. When the truffle muffin was coming. Whether we could still order the happy hour burger b/c it took so long to even get served, questions answered. It is happy hour not happy night. The duck fat fries are delicious, but salty and portions chintzy for the price. Steak is quite expensive. Atmosphere is loud. Restaurant is beautiful. Nice dark woods. The agnolotti was way too salty, too rich, and the manager stopped by and graciously apologized. The truffle muffins are sinfully delicious, like a cinnamon bun, but some plain bread to offset rich dishes would be nice. Bathrooms are clean and nice. Very good at keeping our water glasses full.
(3)Yun D.
Bourbon Steak has the best happy hour in town! I'm a beer and occasional gin & tonic girl, usually avoiding cocktails because it's rare I find one I like enough to finish. I've tried (probably) every cocktail on BS's happy hour menu and they are all good and drinkable! I'm particularly fond of the Rickey, which tastes like what hard lemonade should taste like. I'm less fond of the happy hour food (the mac & cheese leaves much to be desired) but their fries are good, their seats are comfortable, their music doesn't suck, so overall I'm pretty fond of the spot.
(4)Regina W.
I've always wanted to try this place and went for happy hour with my friend on a Monday night. The place is gorgeous! The furniture was modern and classy with tons of tables and booths to choose from. We sat in the bar area and ordered the truffle mac and cheese, duck spring rolls, wedge salad and a Rickey to drink. The cocktail was only ok. I thought it was a little bitter and would have preferred a hint of sweetness. The appetizers were really tasty. My favorites had to be the mac and cheese and wedge salad. I loved the cream cheese flavor and the thick cut bacon on the salad. All of the appetizers were $8 during happy hour and my cocktail was $7. The bill came and they forgot to give us the happy hour prices so that took some time to fix. All was well...until my friend and I looked at our credit card statements a few days later. Both of us were overcharged. I called the restaurant and they put me through to the accounting office. I left 2 messages on 2 separate days and never heard back. After waiting about 3 days, I just called the restaurants again and asked to speak to a manager. The manager called me back later that night and we had about 3 separate calls to try and figure out what happened. It didn't get resolved till the following week and the credit came back about 5 days after that. I loved the food and atmosphere but I will always pay cash if I come back. I expected quicker turnaround for a high end restaurant like this.
(3)Evelyn C.
My boyfriend and I have been waiting for the perfect occasion to sit down and enjoy Bourbon Steak's fine dining experience and we were so excited to spend it with our closest friends and family for his birthday this past weekend! With the help of Sossi, their event coordinator and Justin, their assistant GM, they really did put on such a classy and eloquent birthday party from the moment we walked in. Everything from the décor, to the professionalism of the entire staff was absolute perfection and we couldn't have asked for a better venue. We rented out the private dining room because we had such a large party and everyone was really hands on, catering to our entire group from beginning to end. PJ, our waiter, was so helpful and knew exactly what to recommend according to our taste buds! The food came out in a timely manner and major kudos to the chef because everything was delicious! The table side service that came with some of our entrées was an additional treat and all of our steaks came out cooked exactly to our order! The entire event went so smoothly and I will definitely be booking more events here in the near future! Thank you so much Bourbon Steak for allowing us to share our special evening with such a talented staff!
(5)karin m.
Great happy hour, tasty appetizers.
(4)Mark C.
The place is wonderful and a no brainier to go if you live in Glendale ! Place is beautiful, food is superb, crowd is classy and the staff and management are great. Sossi was amazing to us and helped so much for our private event! Very helpful and accommodating! Will refer and go back no problem.
(5)Jack G.
I was totally engaged by this beautiful and spacious establishment. From the lovely servers to the delicious looking presentation of the food. To start with we got 3 separate portions of French fries as an appetizer . We order grilled octopus and a wedge salad that satisfied all four of us prior to our ordering the main course. Asparagus and a second dish called magic mushrooms took care of the sides and the mushrooms were different and extremely tasty . But as the name implies our BFs split a 10 oz filet mignon and friend and I split a beautiful bone in ribeye. Both steaks cooked in wood fired ovens came out beautifully medium AS ORDERED and couldn't be happier ( see picture). Valet parking is free as validated by the Restaraunt ( sans tip of course) and a happy night was had by all of us.
(5)Marilynn L.
This space is beautiful. Hands down one of the best designed restaurants I've been to, especially that front bakery area and the bathrooms (which are individual stalls but not unisex - slightly confusing upon first use). The service was a little spotty during happy hour even though they weren't really busy but the happy hour prices are great. Cocktails, wine, sangria for $7 and plenty of delicious appetizers for $7 as well. I got tuna tartare, trio of duck fat fries, duck spring rolls. I expected some more exciting flavors but I understand everything was meant to appeal to the masses. Still, good portions and well prepared dishes.
(4)Rick R.
After such an amazing Yelp event here last week, I had to come back ASAP. Thankfully, ASAP turned out to be on Monday, and I could not have been more satisfied. I was a bit worried that my second experience here would be disappointing compared to my first. What Michael Main (the GM, not to be confused with Mina) and his staff put on for us last week was unreal, and would be tough to match. On Monday night, Justin Yu (Assistant Manager), Natasha (our server), Catherine (the Sommelier - not 100% sure that was her name) and the rest of the staff on hand did not miss a beat. If you take away the obvious advantages of the Yelp event (everything comped, restaurant area closed off specifically for the event, etc), my second experience here was honestly just as good. I originally made my reservations through Michael Main prior to leaving the Yelp Event on 07/29/14. I briefly mentioned to him that their food was so great, I would be switching birthday reservations over to his restaurant instead. At the time, I thought of it as nothing more than a compliment, and a small snippet of our conversation... Come Monday, when we were seated for our reservation, we found a birthday card at our table, signed by all of the staff. It was very impressive that Michael both remembered, and took the time to note, that we were going to be celebrating a birthday. The card was just one example of the many ways Bourbon Steak goes above and beyond to ensure top notch customer service. It was Michael's night off, but Justin Yu took it upon himself to welcome me back, and personally check on us multiple times throughout the night. He was friendly, professional, and every bit as accommodating and personable as Michael. Natasha ranks up there with my favorite servers of all time. My wife suggested that her accent might have something to do with it (we were both in awe), but thought her customer service was excellent nonetheless. Being that my wife missed out on the Yelp event, when it came time to order, I tried to replicate the evening as much as possible. Unfortunately, she is allergic to shell fish, so we had to stay away from the Maine Lobster Pot Pie (which I highly recommend to everyone else). The items we were able to replicate included the wine (CABERNET SAUVIGNON, LEVIATHAN, CALIFORNIA 2010), mixed drink (Lucky Lindy), duck fat fries, black truffle roll, and bone marrow. The bone marrow was prepared differently than the first time (original one was exclusive to the event), but tasted just as good. New items we were able to try included the following: - Duck Spring Rolls (GINGER-CHILE DIPPING SAUCE, MINT, CILANTRO) - Caeser Salad (CURED TOMATO, BLACK OLIVE, PARMESAN) - Dry-aged Rib Eye (18 oz) - Jalapeno Creamed Corn (side dish) - Heirloom Tomato Salad (GARLIC AIOLI, WALLA WALLA ONION RINGS, CUCUMBER) - Two delicious mushroom dishes that I cannot find on the menu (one an amuse-bouche soup, and the other a side dish to compliment our steak) -Devil's food cake (DARK CHOCOLATE, PEANUT BUTTER, CHOCOLATE CREAM) I did not bother noting my thoughts on each item individually, because I did not want to type the word delicious over and over and over again. Everything was amazing, and there isn't a single thing I have tasted that I would not recommend. If I had to choose a favorite or two, it would have to be the Maine Lobster Pot Pie, and the bone marrow (from either night). The Devil's food cake also would rank up there with the best of the best. The Leviathan is going to be replaced on the wine list starting immediately. Although this was disappointing to hear, it will be replaced by HG III (3), a red blend which was equally pleasing to the palate (Catherine was kind enough to provide a preview/sample). The craziest thing about my experiences here is that there is still plenty left for me to try. They offer a Bourbon Cart, which is a table side tasting of 3 different bourbons and high on my to try list. They also offer special menus, wine and whiskey tasting nights throughout the year. Bourbon Steak is truly a 5 star experience in more ways than one. I highly recommend them to anyone looking for an exemplary dining experience.
(5)William N.
A failed attempt at trying to serve steaks like Mastro's while trying to be hip like BOA. We had a reservation for a party of 8 which we had to talk to the manager to get due to it being originally for 6 @ 8:45. The hostess Jesse said we cannot add to more people to our reservation without pushing it to 9:30. The reason behind that was because "the way the restaurant is set up, we can't add more seats". Funny how the manager was able to do it and when we got there, there was more than enough space. The experience started off good with the table ready for us as we arrived. Wine was good and then the experience started the free fall down to horrible. Our steaks did not come out for us to eat for about 1 hour or more. When we ask the waitress why it was taking so long her answer was that because there's a "flow" to the eating experience and because we did not order appetizers or salads it seem a little longer. They did give us a "on the house" Duck Spring rolls to try to help ease time but really? You are supposed to be a steakhouse. Does it really take over an hour to cook 6 steaks? So, our 50 plus dollar steaks finally arrived over an hour later. At this point we figured "OK, maybe these steak are so awesome that it was worth the wait" we were wrong. 3 of our filet mignons "ordered one medium rare and two mediums" were over cooked, one rib-eye was undercooked "ordered medium", my rib-eye was actually cooked decent but was 35% fat, not marbled but chucks of fat and no review on the last steak, a Prime rib cab because my friend was so hungry he devoured it. We did order four sides switch were ok. The Magic Mushrooms were great and their deserts are also worth mentioning. They did take off the two steaks that we complained about off our check (waitress said, "we took off the steaks you complained about, THANKS" and walked away), they did try to fix the poor performance with "on the house" deserts and the manager did come out to apologize for the wait but if we are paying top dollar for steaks you should get a well cooked and tasty steak in a timely manner. We did not go to a restaurant that specialized in deserts, appetizers or wine, we went to a STEAKHOUSE to enjoy steak switch unfortunately Bourbon Steak has seem to have forgotten. If you are into a 2 1/2 hour dinner paired with poor service than I would recommend Bourbon Steak. If you want better service and steaks for a little cheaper then I recommend Ruth Chris. It was unfair of me to even compare Bourbon to steakhouses like Mastro's or BOA because they are no way near the level of two mentioned above. I will not be coming back to this steakhouse as two of my friends that came with us told us they have been here and did not like the steaks and service, so shame on me for telling them to try it again.
(1)Raina N.
My boyfriend and I went here during Happy Hour. I got 2 drinks, both very good. They had oysters for $1.50 each, and I ordered the Fried Chicken & Mac and Cheese... so good! Definitely want to go back.
(4)Rachelle W.
GREAT spot... much better than the whack food offerings in the Americana. Their turkey burger is the best I've had. And french fries.... oh man. I also appreciated them letting me bring my newborn to happy hour and sit on the little front area while boozing and grubbing. Great service, great food, gorgeous space. I will be back!
(5)S G.
Firstly, let me say I enjoy fine dining on a relatively regular basis - generally Michelin-starred restaurants, and in fact have thoroughly enjoyed a Mina restaurant previously (American Fish in Vegas - absolutely stellar), which was my primary reason for wanting to try this one blocks from my home. How thrilling it was going to be... having dining at this level so close to home, right? It tasted good going down. Not the best appetizers or steak I've EVER had, but in the top ten of steakhouses, sure. But we dined Saturday night... and I am now on day three of horrible stomach cramps every time I eat (my dining companion also having the same experience, though he seems to have recovered more quickly). A few hours after our dinner Saturday, we both awoke with horrible stomach cramps - to the point we nearly raced each other to the bathroom. We had eaten nothing together the rest of that day, so there's no doubt it was our food from Bourbon Steak. I attempted to call the restaurant - not in an effort to raise hell or be a nasty customer, but out of the reasonable assumption that the management would have genuine concern that two customers at such an establishment would have become so ill after eating there. I literally just want to prevent anyone else having this experience, my stomach is in such bad shape. No one at the restaurant seems all that bothered to look into the situation. I am absolutely floored. I would have given this experience one star, but frankly the sommelier made such an off-the-charts fantastic recommendation to pair, that the second star is solely hers. I'd been looking forward to trying this place ever since moving to Glendale, and words cannot express my thorough disappointment with the outcome. I sit here writing this review on day three with stomach still cramping, and I think my next move, sadly, is a doctor appointment. Save your $200+ and hit up any number of other fine dining establishments around LA that serve steak. Your stomach will thank you.
(2)Ebony T.
The food was amazing! Be sure to order plenty of the delicious sides... I will be back for sure!! The ambiance is great for a date night and the wait staff was very warm and welcoming. It was nice and relaxing for a Friday night
(5)Shery P.
I am the biggest Michael Mina fan. I love his signature restaurant in San Francisco and his steak house in Vegas. However, this meal made Outback Steakhouse look like Mastros! The wedge salad was pathetic, the filet mignon was the same quality of a steak you would by at Von's and was served as dry as a hockey puck. I ordered medium rare, by the way. The bread was also dry and served cold. If Mr. Mina wants to save his reputation, he better start showing up to his LA location and working with the so called chef. I will not be back!!! Oh...I forgot to mention that I called and left a message asking to speak with the manager. I thought that they would appreciate the feedback of a customer. The establishment never even returned the call.
(2)Sandra F.
I have been wanting to try this place since it opened earlier this year. I have to say it was worth the wait. The atmosphere is a little dressy, maybe because it was Saturday night. I used the yelp app to get a reservation, and we were seated immediately. Service was a little slow in bringing the menu, but not too bad. I love a good steak, but was a little confused at all the various cuts as the variety they offer is more international than I was used to seeing. Thankfully the waiter immediately explained the choices as my daughter and I were debating which one of us had to ask. Although I expected the place to be expensive I had to I laugh ( internally of course) at the appetizer suggestion of the caviar at over $100 an ounce. We decided on the wedge salad which was light and delicious. The complimentary duck fat fries with dipping sauces were very good as well. I ordered the capped ribeye (at least that's what I think it was called). My daughter ordered the filet mignon- of course. Be warned some of the steaks are priced per ounce- they had a Japanese one that was 32.00 an ounce with a three ounce minimum, so you could be surprised if you aren't paying attention. I have tried most of the steak restaurants in Los Angeles, and this has to be the best steak I have ever had... Tender, juicy, seasoned perfectly. I also ordered a baked potato as a side, and loved the accompanying side sauces and toppings. My daughter's filet was equally perfect. She had the truffle Mac and cheese with her steak. She really liked the it, I am not such a truffle person myself. We topped off our dinner with a few treats from the " candy cart" ... They were all tempting, and at only $3 a piece we ordered a few to sample. My daughters favorite was the coconut ball rolled in chocolate, my favorite was the Napoleon. We ordered a pot of hot fragrant tea to go with them and enjoyed them while listening to the lovely piano music- played at the right level to allow conversation. All in all it was a great experience. The price for the two of us ( we don't like wine so if you do your results may vary) was $174.00. A little expensive for 2 people, but not unexpected. Considering the comparable places I have been to like Pacific Dining Car and McCormick & Schmick's there is really no comparison. The ambience, and food were incredible and worth the price. If you are going to the Americana and want a great steak this is the place to go! If you want to impress a date - you can't go wrong! However, if you don't have the cash Granville's Skirt steak is a very tasty alternative at about half the price.
(5)Gigi R.
My husband and I decided to go to Bourbon Steak for our 1st year wedding anniversary dinner. The front desk offered their congratulations and a nice card was at our table when we sat down. We were given some tasty fries with 3 different sauces to dip from. They were delicious. We ordered our martinis and sat back and listened to their wonderful pianist and felt very relaxed. We ordered our oysters in a half shell, our salad and steak entrees. The service was awesome and we were well taken care of. The food was incredible and we thoroughly enjoyed our evening. The decor was beautiful and elegant and the vibe was relaxed. We will definitely recommend to our friends and will definitely come back!
(5)Diane R.
We really enjoyed our dinner experience. We had a great waiter named Scott, who was very knowledgeable. The busboys were great with our glasses constantly being topped off and table being cleared. We had several drinks but did not partake in the extensive wine selection. We did enjoy our drinks but the bar was slow. We enjoyed the duck fat fries, tuna tartar & heirloom tomato onion salad before the main course. The fries came compliments of the chef. We ended up ordering a delicious pork chop along with asparagus side dish. The food was delectable. We were celebrating an anniversary & received a card along with congratulations from the staff. However, I was surprised there was no special dessert. So we ordered the pastry cart bread pudding, which was great. The music started at 8, so if you want a quieter dinner ask for a table away from the musician or finish before 8. The reason I did not give them 5 stars is the timing of the food & drinks was slow considering the restaurant was not more than 1/3 full. The servers tried to give us someone else's food which looked good. Atmosphere was very serious but noise level was loud.
(4)Francis S.
Looking for a steak house, drove by and decided to check it out. Very slow service. Especially for a restaurant with 20% occupancy. The dishes were complex and looked great on the menu but the textures and flavor were not there. The lobster dish was nicely plated, the crust was mushy and bland. Not impressed. Especially for $80. The croutons in the Cesar salad were chewy, not crispy. Isn't that basic? The Magic mushrooms and the Mac and cheese were cold. We asked for a warm up. They brought us a new one? The crispy potato was nothing close to crispy. If you want crispy , order the fries well done. Oh yeah, my cocktail glass was sticky. That was gross. Their saving grace was the server. She was kind and polite. Well mannered. I was surprised it was a Mina establishment. Well it's just the name used for marketing.
(3)Janeva M.
Very impressed with this restaurant- food and service were both fantastic! I plan on returning next time I'm in LA.
(4)M M.
I am rating their drinks, even though this place is pricey, their drinks are one of the best that ive had. their moscow mule is really smooth, and their selection of wines is great too. Their appetizers are good as well though a pricey. I love the ambiance. I have followed Micheal Mina ever since I went to his resto RN 74 in Seattle. I LOVE their madame croquets, and the prices during happy hour.
(4)Ryan B.
I'm a fan of this place, especially since there aren't that many great steak places around Glendale. It's expensive but worth it for a good steak. Love this place.
(5)Matt C.
Bourbon Steak at Americana is outstanding ... all around. Cocktails, service, and terrific food. It is not inexpensive -- in fact its expensive. But the food is terrific. Not super fancy or pretentious stuff either -- just really terrific food and the french fries, and their presentation are terrific. I went on two different occasions, had two different meals and the same great experience. Highly recommend especially for that special occasion.
(5)Romster R.
Let me start of by saying my review is a 3 star review... There is potential for this to be a 4 or 4.5 star establishment. I want this place to do well so I hope someone reads this and reviews opportunities especially when it comes to staff. The food is actually quite good. Let me first start off with Sean or Shaun. First of all, she is a woman. I probably misspelled her name, but SHE NEEDS TO BE PART OF MANAGEMENT. She helped us with accommodating two more people in our party and while some had a can't do attitude, she said we will make it happen and she checked up on us and was SO FRIENDLY AND TOOK CONTROL. I hope she gets some recognition because her attitude is so different than some of the other people there. Future G.M. in the Making! This was an amazing start to our dinner. Other than her, I highly recommend an overhaul on staff training however. Everyone needs a quick review on what is expected of them in a restaurant of this type. When you look at the competition and the way their wait staff works and speaks to patrons, there is room for a lot of improvement. Our Server was Hillary. She was nice at times but didn't seem to want to be there. It may just be her personality, but she came off rude and her eyes seemed to roll. I say this because some people can't help it and don't mean no harm by it...But in the service industry it does not fit in correctly. We had a couple other people stop by or drop off items at our table. Was not too thrilled with how they answered questions or offered assistance. I hope these issues are addressed because as I will state below, the FOOD WAS AMAZING. NOW TO THE FOOD. Lamb Chops- the best I've had. The couscous it was paired with melted perfectly with the lamb and the sauces were on point. Duck Fat Fries- A+. This is a must order item. Crusted Red Snapper- A+. Paired with rice and a curried sauce. WOW. Lobster Whipped Potatoes- A+ as well. Best mashed potatoes I've ever eaten. Wagyu Beef Burger- I did not try this but my friend said it was great. The food is 4.5 or possibly 5 stars here. The potential is there. Michael Mina, the restaurant chef was there. I wanted to go up to him and tell him how great the food tasted but thought that would be tacky. I will be back to try their lunch menu which looks amazing. The restaurant is only a month old, perhaps the service will be on point during our next visit.
(3)Linda T.
came here for lunch on a weekday. it was not too busy but comfortable. ambiance was cool and nice. seats were comfy. our server was friendly, trying hard to spark up conversations.. we started off with the tuna tartare with quail egg yolk on top and mixed with a few cubes of korean pear, pine nuts, seaweed, sesame oil. mixed table side and served with few slices of toasted white bread. I got the lunch filet mignon with side of cauliflower. filet was grilled to a good medium, tender, and tasty. the 6 oz was small. roasted cauliflower was good with crispy capers, but was so oily. half the plate was oil from the veges. we also got the bourbon burger and vege falafel burger. bourbon burger was a bit too salty but the falafel burger seems to be moist and satisfying (was told its michael mina's grandma's recipe). both comes with a small side of duck fat fries which were crispy and hot. overall lunch came to be about $100, mainly because my 6 oz filet was $36. burgers were better price at around $15 each. they validate parking tickets which is great.
(4)Kako I.
I watched and waited patiently for one of my favorite chef Mina to open the Glendale location. Sadly the new Bourbon Steak was mediocre at best. I love the experience of a new restaurants, all the employees are freshly trained and everything is done as rehearsed. Unfortunately, the server we had was far from it. I sat at the table 26/1 and my server was #2040. When asked about the difference in the choices of the steak, she did not have endepth knowledge of the meat being served and the cocktail. After the food was being serviced our waitress never came back to check if we where ok. In fact we where missing the vegetable dish, the asparagus. I finally got her attention and informed her that the dish was missing. She sad oh....let me see. She resubmitted , I waited for nearly 8 minutes and flagged down the assistant manager and cancelled the dish. By then we were finished with our dinner. She never came back to our table. The check was delivered to our table by the assistant manager Mr. J.Y. With apology and dessert to go. Last nights dinner was a dry run for the dinner tonight to entertain my out of town client. I canceled my 8:30pm reservation at the Bourbon Steak and rebooked at Mastro's Beverly Hills.
(2)Dony P.
Burger is super legit. I would eat here again and again just for the burger. Butttttt...... The fried chicken beignet was an absolute joke portionwise. I mean it was delicious, but it was so little food, my wife and I went to ANOTHER restaurant because she was still hungry. We did this instead of staying at Bourban and ordering more expensive foods in tiny portions. Don't call it a main dish and charge $18, if you are going to be serving so little. Same goes for the fries. The fries that come with the burger are served in a shot glass. Luckily the burger portion was very sizable. It kept me satisfied. Bourban, I'd 5 star all over your face, but the portion/price ratio is not very nice.
(3)Lyn A.
It's one amazing looking restaurant. The best looking one at the Americana. The piano in the restaurant adds to the mood and elegance to one's fine dining experience. I have eaten here for a work event for lunch. I believe they aren't typically open for lunch though. I also had drinks and appetizers here a couple of weeks ago on Halloween night. 1) Food - EXCELLENT both times. 2) Service - Friendly and helpful! Great conversation and always checking in on you. 3) Drinks - I tried a seasonal cocktail that was good. 4) Décor - BEAUTIFUL It didn't seem very busy the evening we were there. I really hope more people give this place a try even for happy hour! You won't be disappointed.
(5)Greg O.
I expected so much better. The food was definitely not on par with other great steakhouses such as Mastro's, STK, or Ruth's Chris. The filet mignon was tender, however, it was missing a lot of the flavor you get at a great steakhouse. The service was alright. Every worker I interacted with seemed very fake. Not genuine at all. For the price, I would definitely check out another steak house.
(3)Rose P.
I wasn't sure how I felt about going to a steakhouse that had recently opened. I thought there would be one too many operational issues abound... but I'm happy to report that the restaurant surprised and pleased us all! First off, they have a coffee bar near the welcome desk. As a caffeine fiend this was HEAVEN. And they serve Lamill coffees with Eva Solo!! Lamill is one of my favorite coffee roasters so this was such a pleasant surprise for me. Second, before we ordered, they brought out a trio of duck fat fries with 3 different dipping sauces on the house AS WELL AS black truffle rolls, completely warm and completely tasty and completely complementary. I thought this was a particular nice touch. Third, with the help of the house sommelier, we were able to pick a great wine (we went with a white Souve from Italy) which was fantastic. We opted to try a couple starters: the lobster minestrone (good, fishy broth, light, but otherwise unremarkable); the avocado and eggplant dipper with grilled pita (delicious, tasted like hummus, but we felt it needed more eggplant); and the tuna tartare. They bring the tartar comes out with several components of the tartare on the side and is mixed at the table. One of the components was garlic, for which I have an intolerance to, and the server promptly switched it out. Tartare had a good flavor, but it needed a little bit more acidity to balance it out. Maybe it would taste better with the intended garlic (something I'll never know). I got to try several dishes. We ordered the rib eye angus medium-well (I prefer medium, but my party likes their meat cooked to a higher temperature) and when I tried it, I was floored by the flavor. FANTASTIC. Well worth 52. I got the crusted snapper which was superb. Sauce was fantastic. The only disappointment was the wagyu burger which was somewhat tough and dry. But I assume it was overcooked from the initial medium-well that was ordered. Would probably be much better/juicier cooked to medium! I think my favorites of the night however were their market sides!! I know, that sounds insane but they're so incredibly flavorful (and totally cooked with an enormous amount of fat, but I still pretend its healthy because they're veggies). We ordered the asparagus, the mushroom and the artichokes. ALL WINNERS. My favorite was the asparagus for its asian flavors but the mushroom was a perfect side to the steak and the artichokes were so tender with the pearl onions. YUM. We finished by trying the lemon chiffon (TOO SWEET) dessert, the devil's cake (quite rich, but not my favorite), and the strawberry cheesecake. The cheesecake was the winning dessert, even though the strawberry was more of a jam, which I felt needed a more tart component to play off the creamy delicateness of the cheesecake. Next time I will opt for the rolling cart of treats for dessert instead! The bill was rather high but expected for such an extensive meal for 4 but we felt it was worth the money for the service and the food/drinks/dessert/coffee. Although there were some shortcomings, the added perks, decor, and caliber of the place really made up for it and I look forward to coming to Bourbon again soon!
(5)Yvette Y.
unique. steak was 5/10 but would come back for the truffle mac and cheese, live piano, and desserts
(3)Jennifer O.
went here last night with my hubby for mini date night. It was amazing. Scott was our server & he was awesome, everyone else who took care of us was great as well. So for the food- I had the garlic sirloin, honey had the filet- amazing. I had the oysters & the heirloom beet salad- OH geeze it was perfect. Hubby had the Caesar and loved it. The fries and dipping sauces were great. My favorite thing might have been the lobster mashed potatoes, and the asparagus was great. They made an awesome dirty martini (I've had so many bad ones, this was wonderful) and the "Lucky Lindy" house drink was delicious. We will be back & back & back. Complaints? It's very loud, but who cares? At least then no one can hear your conversation! Beautiful restaurant & amazing food & service. Best dinner I've had all year.
(5)Arthur C.
Extremely overrated. Nice atmosphere visually, but then the super loud and unnecessary jazz band annoys the hell outta you if you haven't exclusively come here to listen to them. Food is OK, definitely not worth the price you are paying. Steak tastes bland and cheap. Appetizers and drinks were pretty good though. Just tried it once to mark it off my bucket list. Not a place to revisit.
(3)Amanda S.
I made an account because I felt I needed to share what my experience I had today. I went in because I was told they served LAMill coffee. (The reason i'm happy to live in Silverlake) I went to the bar to order my coffee. It took about 20 minutes to get a coffee. When asking to get the coffee to go (because it took so long) the man gave me an attitude that made me feel really terrible. He brought the coffee back to me clearly annoyed. I left extremely upset. I will never return after being treated that way. LAMill Coffee is a great brand that should not be served like this. Sad. I will stick to only going to the location. (where the people are friendly)
(1)Gabriela H.
I took my dad to dinner for his birthday to this restaurant. I had been to the bazaar before so I expected great things from the chef. my dad ordered a steak medium well done and I ordered the fish. The service was good the waiters were attentive but the food was not as spectacular as I had hoped, for the price on the entrées I expected something more. disappointed would not return
(2)John P.
Despite the initial wait this place was pretty outstanding... I would have given this place 4 stars because of the service but whatever this place lacks in service its makes it up in great food.. Seriously I would be back here... Especially the cocktails tasted very good..
(5)Matthew C.
Awesome meal, awesome service. This place is amazing. I recommend it for everyone who wants an awesome meal with great ambiance.
(5)Tanya K.
Foods ok. Not anything special. OVERRRR priced! And service sucked! Took almost an hour to bring out our food! Will not return!
(3)Becky B.
My husband and I visited Bourbon Steak for his 30th birthday, and we were incredibly impressed by the food, the decor and the phenomenal service. Our server Joey, as well as the hosts and sommelier, made us both feel so special all night long. Instead of bread (though there was bread later), you're treated to duck fat fries with three amazing dipping sauces. My husband had one of the skirt steaks with bleu cheese and was raving about it. I absolutely loved the scallops with bacon (like, really huge chunks of bacon!) and the candy cart was a good change of pace to normal desserts. For such a fancy place, the corkage fee of $25 isn't even that bad (considering their wine list is pretty pricey). I definitely recommend coming here for a special occasion, they really could not have provided a better night for us! We'll definitely be coming back.
(5)Art M.
Walked our after entire parties food was served cold twice. Lol they wanted to reheat our food but it came back cold again and rubbery. Typical west coast steak house that can't match the beef quality of a Chicago steakhouse. They probably get their meet locally. Not same quality as Chicago.
(1)Nairi B.
Duck fat fries..there..let me start with that! This came with three sauces, completely forgot exactly what each one was, but this trio was flavorful..I ordered their filet mignon as my main, no sauce needed - sides were creamed spinach, mushrooms and peas and a baked potato which was very crispy on the outside, so good - overall I was happy with the main, sides and the free fries! I have allergies to gluten so I didn't get to try any pastries for review, but I had an earl grey tea to finish and even that was amazing. I loved the interior..I did not feel like I was in Glendale!
(5)George W.
We ate there last night. Below average food at an expensive price. A couple of the dishes were good, but the steak was not tender and did not appear to be high quality. The side dishes were bland. The service was average. There are far better choices in Glendale and Pasadena.
(2)Robert V.
Went here today for a tasting. The food was delicious and the service was exceptional. Had the duck spring rolls and the lunch filet with the cucumber and tomato vegetable. My wife had the Caesar salad and hamburger with fries. Great food, great atmosphere and great service.
(5)LW A.
New restaurant in town, soft opening theses days with a good crowd. A little difficult to get the orders correct but the Steak were delicious. From Post below... agree and quote "Fries (complimentary)- 3 flavors of fries and 3 dipping sauces. I wish I caught the name of each one, but it was good. Truffle bread roll (complimentary)- the server brought over one roll each. I guess it's limited.. it is black truffle after all. Delicious" Order your coffee early. ...takes forever to brew.
(3)Mark K.
So, you want to experience fine dining... here it is! Beautiful venue, and excellent service. Not including the hostess, we no less than 6 staff members come by our table.... each one with a different purpose (so not redundant, or overbearing), but just attentive. The pace if fine dining is an art, and this is the Picasso of a perfectly timed dinner..... 2 plus hours seems long, but it is not if you never feel neglected. Each dish stands on it's own, so it all fits with the evening. As for food... well, the trio of french fries (complimentary) to start were fun (BBQ, Parm, and Pickle (yes, pickled flavored fries...LOL) were crisp, warm, and yummy (we were also offered bread service, but did not take it)... started with Duck Spring Rolls, just a perfect light way to start.. fresh, with a little heat from the dipping sauce... then the biggie... 24oz Australian Tomahawk Rib-eye for two.... This was presented at the table after it was prepared, then taken back and sliced for easy of dining.... WOW, just amazing tenderness, and flavor (sides were perfect of basic whipped potato puree and Mirin & Soy glazed mushrooms). Dessert was the S'mores, but all the desserts looked wonderful, so just closed our eyes and loved this one (also got a perfect chocolate mouse as a extra treat for my wife's Birthday.. pretty nice touch). Thanks to all the wait staff (Giuseppe was the primary server), as well as Catherine (Sommelier), and all the other staff. A special thanks to Justin (Asst. General Manager) who not only put up with several e-mails from me leading up to our dinner, but what a great touch by not only coming by our table to say hi, wish my wife a Happy Birthday (as did all the staff), but chatted with us for a bit, and then HE took our dinner order (how classy is that).... So, as you can tell, a pretty awesome night!
(5)shannon k.
I'm not sure why this restaurant is labeled a "no kids" joint, as they have a kids menu. Anyway, my husband and I really wanted a nice dinner, but grandma (the babysitter) got sick at the last minute. I remembered looking this place up the last time we were in the area and seeing their kids menu. So we got gussied up and took our 4 year old along. Made a reservation for right when they opened (because who wants to eat their $60 steak next to a tired and hungry 4 year old at 8:00 at night, amirite?) we were greeted and seated immediately. Our daughter was given a kids paper menu with crayons and an activity sheet on the back! Wonderful! Duck fat fries were amazing. My steak was cooked well done, just the way I wanted it (I know, I know...) my husband ordered the lobster pot pie. What a fun table side service! Said it was a tad overcooked, but he was still happy with it. He also ordered the bourbon flight, which was really entertaining. We got our daughter the kids veggie plate, as she really isn't much of a meat eater. It was perfect! Really nice to have an option for kids that don't like meat too much, in a steak house no less! The dessert cart was really fun for our daughter as well. Our server (whose name I can't recall-she was blonde) was really attentive and nice. We were genuinely impressed! It's so so nice to know we have an option for an upscale place to eat if we don't have a babysitter. I realize that all kids might not be able to sit through a 2 hour meal; but ours is pretty mellow so it was a good experience. We will definitely be coming back.
(5)Anissa R.
Came here for my birthday and the food was really delicious. One of the servers was a bit pushy though.
(4)Maribel D.
We went to Bourbon Steak with high expectations and strong craving for a good steak. We arrived a few minutes past our reservation time of 8:30pm, and although the place was packed we didnt' have to wait too long to be seated. The staff appeared to be professional and attentive. The first signs of what lay ahead were revealed when our drinks took a bit too long to arrive. Luckily the Old Fashioned were worth the wait. Then came the tasty trio of fries (cooked in duck fat) with three different sauces. Delicious. That was followed by our appetizer of tuna tartare. Just average in our opinion. That was followed by dinner rolls and butter. But long after those rolls turned cold our steaks still hadn't arrived. In fact our waitress was no where to be found either. So we flagged down another server to inquire about our food. A manager then came over and said he would check on our food. When he came back he assured us our food was right behind him and on it's way out. He then disappeared and our food was still not in sight. Then it finally showed up, or at least most of it. The double cooked potatoes we missing, but before we could say anything, the serves was gone. We decided we didn't need the potatoes and cut into our steaks. Right off the bat both steaks seemed to be a bit overcooked, not the medium we ordered. But more shocking was that they were cold! Okay, maybe luke warm. The brussel sprouts were the same. Then when our waitress reappeared and asked if everything was fine, we quickly told her no. So back came the manager and offered to remake our meals. As we sat there sipping our wine we decided that we really didn't want to eat at 10:30pm (it was already a little after 10 by that time). So we told the waitress to cancel the order. The manager came back and apologized and offered to pick up our tab (for the drinks and appetizer) and even offered to give us a salad to go. We accepted the offer to pick up the tab, but declined the salad.
(1)Stephanie S.
I loved everything about this place. The decor, the food and the service were exceptional. We had the absolutely delicious lobster mashed potatoes and roasted brussels sprouts that were to die for. I am SO happy to have a restaurant of this caliber in Glendale. We will definitely be going back.
(5)Maria D.
Was new to this restaurant and have really been looking forward to trying it. It definitely did not disappoint!!! My friend and I split the lobster pot pie and it was a surprisingly light, delicious, beautifully- presented entree. The service was top-notch as well. I will definitely be returning and recommend to others.
(5)Marine P.
The food was decent, but way too overpriced for it's quality and portions. Be prepared to spend at least $70/person (not including alcohol). The duck fat fries were amazing!! And so was the black truffle MacnCheese. Our friend tried the burger and he said it sucked, so don't even try it (but then again, you should get a steak at a steakhouse). Service wasn't that great, considering it's a "high end" restaurant. It's worth a try, but not as spectacular to make you wanna go back frequently. Overall I expected more and was disappointed. For that kind of money, I rather dine at Ruth's Chris or BOA.
(3)Toubi C.
If I could I would say 3.5. This Bourbon is not on par with the one in San Francisco. Not bad but not the same level. The one at the St Francis in San Fran is in an amazing setting and I believe more about the food and wine. At Americana it feels more like a happy hour bar. Service is more casual and bar like. Friendly and cool but not fine dining. Fries were unbelievably salty. Almost could no eat them there was so much salt. Getting the seasoning right on frits should be basic. Bone marrow was not as creamy and some parts had pieces of tendon like textures that were not soft and buterry spreadable. Wine list and service is not close to SF. Ribeye was well prepared and flavorful which is expected. Kale Salad was a nice surprise. It's not a big knock on bourbon but at these prices and with these wines I think you should expect and a very seasoned staff and polished level of service. With wine you almost have no chance of spending less than 100 per person and with drinks and apps it's more like 150 plus. With that tab I want top notch service and less of that happy hour crowd feeling. If I want a bar scene I would go to that seriously overhyped Katsuya.
(3)Natalie R.
I have been here many times and ive never had a problem, but this past sunday, which was Mother's Day, i had a very big problem. The beginning of brunch was perfect, we ordered the shellfish platter and we started off with mimosas for the table, we then ordered our appetizer and main course at the same. All of our appetizers came out and they were beyond delicious. After we finished our appetizers we sat and waited for our main course. Our main course literally took about an hour or more to come out, while we waited i ordered an order of fries for the table because we were waiting so long for our main course. There was a table of 6 that sat about 25-30 min after us that received their main course way before we did. I am so thankful that our amazing server Joey, noticed this and immediately went to the manager to tell him that we've been waiting for about an hour for food, but the manager didnt seem to care, he just walked to our table and apologized and said it will be out shortly. My mom walked over to him and said "i think you should find a way to make it up, maybe send a round of mimosas for the table " he then walked over to my table and acted as if it was his idea to send us the mimosas, he said eventhough your food should be out in less then 5 min i will send u mimosas. I couldnt help but laugh. It only took over an hour for food to come out, whats another 5 minutes. Anyways, the food was amazing, our server joey was amazing, the only issue i had was with the timing of the food and the how the manager handled it. I was a GM for an entertainment restaurant and i would have never let this happened and if it did, i would have handled it in a different way. So again, my 3 stars are for food and for Joey.
(3)Suzy B.
Called to make a reservation for lunch and they told me that if we didn't show or tried to cancel our reservation 48 hours before that we would be charged $200 each for our party of 8...YEA RIGHT! We were going to come for sure, but after hearing that I couldn't do business with them! No trust in their customers is a bad sign.
(1)Brian F.
The service was good, My food was pretty average. I had a Bone-in Rib Eye that was meh. The meat was fatty and not very thick, and just not a great cut of beef. The vegetables were fine. I recommend the bread highly.
(2)Evelyn B.
I was really excited for a restaurant like this to come to the area and wasn't completely disappointed however it didn't really live up to the expectations either. My husband and I went here and while we waited for our table we went to the bar and had drinks (one too many!) Bartenders are very knowledgeable and make magnificent drinks! I'm really picky about my cocktails and I had absolutely no complaints. Complimentary fries were yummy and came with 3 dipping sauces...not bad. Had crab legs to start, (one order comes with just 2 pieces), and shared a wedge salad. On other occasions I've also had their tuna tartar, shellfish platter, duck spring rolls..all are good but I wouldn't say it was anything out of the ordinary. The steaks on the other hand are a different story, I was quite disappointed. I've tried some of their more expensive and better cuts like the tomhawk rib eye, dry aged rib eye but I gotta say I was not satisfied with any of them. Having dined there a few times, I thought it might get better but unfortunately my steaks have just been dry and felt like I could get the same steak at the nearest supermarket and make it at home rather then a good quality, aged steak you purchase at higher end places. Overall, great ambience and vibe. Love the fact that there is live music...excellent bartenders, GREAT SERVICE. Fun place to go on a date or with a group. Most of the food on the menu is good, I was just disappointed by the steaks, especially since it is a steak house I had higher expectations. I will dine here again, just probably try one of their other dishes rather than a steak.
(4)Greg G.
I have enjoyed other Michael Mina restaurants and was excited to try this place. The atmosphere was lovely. The service a little slow. We waited 30 minutes For our main courses after we finished the salads. 2 of 3 dinners were returned to be heated. Although the Macaroni $& Cheese and Lobster Corn Dogs were special, the food was just adequate.
(2)Christine K.
Bourbon Steak was very good, but there's still room for improvement. Things I liked: + Nicest room in the area, with decor that reminds me of restaurants in Manhattan + Great cocktails and wines by the glass + Creative wine list + Top notch service from our waiter Scott (and all the other staff who kept our water glasses full) + Beautiful presentation The starters (agnolotti for me and hamachi & tuna poppers for the hubby) were plated nicely. The highlight of our meal was the lobster pot pie (with a 2 lb. lobster inside!), which comes in a copper pot and is "dismantled" by a waiter at your table. For dessert, the hubby picked 3 treats from the "treat trolley" (which included gorgeous pates de fruit), and I had the excellent lemon chiffon cake. We also had LAMILL coffee, which was one of the best cups I've ever had! Needs improvement: All the food was overly salted, starting with the bread and duck fat fries and running through our starters to the main course. I'm writing this two hours after I left the restaurant and am extremely thirsty. I'll be back, but I hope the food is less salty next time...
(4)Honest A.
Easily one of the best rib eye steaks I have ever ate. Incredible taste. Their signature Mac and Cheese def. hits the spot. My girlfriend ordered the NY strip, it did not compare to my ribeye. Dinner for two, including drinks ( 4 whiskey drinks) and 3 appetizers roughly $250 including tip. Had I not ordered the ribeye, I would probably not go back.
(5)Yael T.
Every once in a while I have a dining experience that is so unbelievably amazing or just a total maddening disaster. I think to myself, I have to start a yelp account and write a review. Too busy, too tired, or maybe too lazy? I never get to it...but not this time! We had a girl's night out (party of 7) and we were all feeling very steak-y and decided to give Bourbon Steak a try. Firstly and most importantly, the food! Every single item we tried was balls out delicious. I don't know what's in their dinner roll, but I could have eaten like 5 of them. My favorite appetizers were Michael's tuna tartare, the Hamachi and tuna poppers, and the heirloom beets. All super fresh, amazing! For my main, I had the Filet Mignon. I like my steak well done (I see pink, and I want to barf), I always ask for well done and I always end up with medium-well. Not here, they gave me what I wanted and I have to say, it was the juiciest, most flavorful filet I ever had. We tried a bunch of sides, all were delicious but the stand out for me was the jalapeno creamed corn. I was too full to really do dessert but a little nibble from the amazing candy cart satisfied my chocoholic ways of ending every meal. The service was impeccable, our waiter was awesome and the sommelier was very informative. Water was always refreshed, the table was scraped clean in between courses but the staff was not in your face. The wine the sommelier recommended was a perfect paring to my steak. I don't drink bourbon, but a few friends tried a flight from the bourbon cart and were basically freaking out. One last note, the restaurant is very well designed- really great atmosphere, there's even a piano man! Hello? GO!
(5)Genie G.
Came here on a "romantic" date with my bf lol. The service we got here was AMAZING. From the moment we walked in and went to the bar to wait for our table we were treated great. I recommend their raspberry mojito, it was so good I ended up having a few too many and didn't get to enjoy my $80 steak. I loved how our waiter..... had a waiter it was pretty funny. A little overpriced and nothing that crazy about it, but you feel like a million bucks when you walk into this place.
(4)P P.
Definitely 5 stars for impeccable service, but food 3 stars. Living close by I was hoping that I didn't need to drive far for a great steak but I would rather go to Ruth's Chris or Mastros. No bread basket but French Fry trio is fun a bit dry and over cooked. Sides wouldn't get the Crispy Baked Potato just greasy with no flavor. But if I had to and some friends wanted to go I'd come but would not be my 1st choice. Only one thing I would recommend would be their Hamachi Tuna Poppers.
(3)David A.
Underwhelmed is about the best thing I can say about you Bourbon Steak... It started with cocktails that had no noticeable trace of bourbon in them - strike 1. The steak, as nice as the cut looked, the flavor was bland at best - strike 2. The check, some how our waiter managed to pull $48 out of a $50 gift card and only show a $40 receipt pulled from the card... still miffed about this - strike 3. It leaves a really bad taste in the mouth to say the least. Steer clear...
(1)Tamar A.
Soooo this place isn't so great. It's expensive...but not so tasty. I started out with their most popular drink, the Lucky Lindy. I've had it here before and it's usually delicious. But tonight instead of getting the refreshing bubbly citrus drink I was hoping for, I received what tasted like concentrated cherry cool-aid syrup. I immediately sent it back and was told the "new" bartender forgot an ingredient. We had the Waldorf salad which I didn't try, but heard from my companions was great. I had the halibut and my dinner companions ordered the flat iron steak. Their steak was great. My fish was horrible. It was inedible really. It tasted like a salt-lick. It was way over salted and over-cooked. We also ordered the truffle mac n' cheese and brussel sprouts as side dishes. I'm sorry but when you are told in LA the truffle mac n' cheese is amazing, well it's usually amazing. Not at this joint. Over-salted, luke warm and in general a disappointment. The sprouts were ok, but not amazing as described by the waitress. What is so disappointing is spending over $300 for 2 steaks and a sliver of fish just to have everything be ruined by a chef with a salt fetish. The only reason they get 3 stars instead of two is because without a doubt the service is spectacular and the staff is beyond friendly and helpful. At least they got that perfected. All in all, save your money and go next door to the dumpling place Din Tai Fung. The service won't be as great but the food is excellent for a fraction of the price.
(3)Tawny B.
We'd been looking forward to the opening of Bourbon Steak - unfortunately our visit on Sunday was hit & miss. Highlights: - Tuna tartare was refreshing with the crunch of pine nuts, smokiness and spice of chile & peppers - Extensive drink menu ranging from classic cocktails to a variety of whisky and bourbons for tasting - Duckfat fries sampler - Puréed tomato(?) and caramelized onions with our grill orders were perfection Misses: - My boyfriend ordered a medium filet that arrived very well done, clearly over-cooked. Our server quickly took it back to the kitchen, but by the time a new filet came out we were nearly done with my steak and prawns side not to mention it was medium rare and needed additional time to rest before it was ready for eating. - Artichoke side was overly sweet due to the citrus glaze and over-cooked artichokes had an unpleasant texture - Skirt steak was cooked to request but was just acceptable in terms of flavor and nothing above and beyond what we would have prepared at home Overall, the service was attentive and the atmosphere is great - not too loud and seated at a classy but cozy leather booth. There were pleasant surprises but at the end still felt let down for the price paid for what should have been the main draw.
(3)Art R.
If you are on a strict salt diet, do not go there. I had french fries full of salt, and a steak full of salt after telling them at least twice not to put any salt on my food. It came salty and I would not eat it. They did make it good, but that was another 1/2 hour or longer to get the food. If you have some type of restricted diet, somehow the cooks do not follow explicit instructions from the waiters. I would never go there again. The rare porterhouse was good. We had a small bowl of string beans and that was it!!! We paid $180 for this aggravation. The food is overpriced in my humble opinion. It was my birthday, but I did not need this birthday present! They are very nice people who are the waiters and managers, but the cooks can not follow explicit instructions in writing or otherwise. Arfy
(2)David Y.
The place is pretty brand new so maybe they haven't gotten everything worked out when my party attended but I'd have to say that I was expecting a whole lot more. This is my 31st steakhouse in the LA area and I feel that the prices didn't properly equal the meal that was given. Prices here are a tad higher than most places by about $5, but the size of the steak, not bigger. I ordered the Dry Aged Ribeye 16 oz for $52. Though a friend ordered the same thing, he had a much bigger slab of meat than I did, so there's definitely an inconsistency when it comes to weight. My steak also had a larger bone in it, throwing the weight off as well. When it comes to cooking, it's gotta be medium rare. Both of our steaks came out medium. These rib eyes were VERY thin. Maybe the thinnest I've ever had so it's no surprise that it was overcooked. The seasoning and the char on the steak was great though so... it was hard to have them take it back. Another friend ordered the Wagyu Rib-Eye 8oz for $52 and that was a much thicker cut and cooked PERFECTLY. (it was about three times thicker than our standard rib-eye). So it seems to me that the chefs know how to prepare a thick piece of meat but don't have the slightest of what to do with the thinner steaks. There were four others in our party that ordered other steaks that all came back medium as well. One was medium well, which we returned... the one that was brought later.... was still "medium". He was tired of waiting so he ate it. The caesar salad was $16 and perfect for sharing. Complimentary before the meal was duck-fat fries, three different kinds with three different sauces to match. Our server didn't really explain the flavors at all so I can't say too much about it other than it was very tasty. There's also a complimentary roll and that was good as well. The sides are $9 each and honestly, you don't get a lot. I'm afraid nothing in the side dish category was a standout, and while I really dug the potato puree trio, especially the lobster one, it's gone in a few bites. There's a bourbon cart that goes around and for $30 you can sample a few. It's a nice touch but I didn't get the feeling that the guy knew all that much about bourbon. It was just a job and he wasn't passionate about it. That kind of stuff really disappoints me. So, I dunno. I'm giving it three stars because I know it's probably meant to be better. But when all is said and done, I don't think the prices are worth coming back for another go. I'd prefer a trek out to Mastro's or Cut instead.
(3)Natalie S.
Let me start off by saying this place is RIDICULOUSLY EXPENSIVE and when i asked for well done, my filet mignon was bloody and undercooked. It was gross. I don't understand why any one would want to spend so much money for how little you get and the quality is far from good. The only reason i gave 3 stars was because of their dessert, fries, and its trendy decor/atmosphere. It's very dark and intimate and everything is mostly black, white, and grey. It looks really cool and high end. The thing is i went for lunch around happy hour and had burgers with my dad before that evening when i tried the filet mignon and they were good, but not worth $17. Anyways you decide whether you want to try this place out, maybe i just had a bad experience and the next time i go it will be better. But, until then i'll stick to home cooked steak yummmmm.
(3)Craig H.
I'm a fan of Michael Mina's restaurants. I've been to them in Vegas, SF and LA and I was excited when I saw Bourbon Steak was opening at Americana. We went Sat night and what a complete disappointment. Service was slow (well over 30 min between appetizers and mains) and for a high-end steak house where you pay at least $50 per steak (plus sides) you'd expect great steak (like what I get every time I go to The Royce in Pasadena). Instead, we got a barely lukewarm steak, an overcooked steak and a near raw steak that had to be sent back to be re-fired. Sure, the management give us a dessert to "make up for it" and told us we should have sent our food back, but really? Get it right the first time. I cannot recommend this place at this time.
(2)Shreya J.
We went out to eat at Bourbon Steak last week. We were looking forward to it since it's one of the few nice steakhouses in Glendale. Here's what I thought- Cons: Long wait for food not many steak options on the lunch menu They do not validate parking, which sucks, since we ended up waiting close to 40 minutes for our food to arrive. For the record, we had only ordered 4 dishes - and this was for lunch! Pros: the food was great! I'm vegetarian and I loved their falafel burger. The prices are not as high as i'd expected them to be for a steakhouse. Plus one. The decor is gorgeous. The service could've been faster, but I am going to come back someday for their piano night and the wonderful food.
(4)Bethany M.
This is from a visit in mid-august. Came in for brunch and must say it was amazing! Bloody mary cart is a super simple but very nice addition to the service. Order a bloody mary and they come around with a cart and build it right in front of you. Fresh pastries, especially the piping hot monkey bread, should not be skipped! I ordered the croque madame, a favorite of mine, and the cheesiness, speck, and egg created the perfect combination. My sister had ricotta pancakes which were melt in your mouth yummy. Our server was Tony, and hats off cause our service was impeccable. This is not just at the table, I mean door to door.
(5)Sara M.
Had a delicious meal here with my boyfriend. He had the burger for dinner and I had filet mignon with baked potato. The complimentary duck fat fries are a nice alternative to bread and the buck cocktail was delicious. Great to have this steakhouse just a five minute drive from home.
(5)Richard A.
Last night, 12/28/14, my wife and I had the pleasure of dining at Bourbon Steak. This was our second time and they did not disappoint. The service, attention to detail, and food was second to none. I've never dined at a restaurant where customer satisfaction was equally as important as the food they served. Lastly, our server, Kristen, made us feel like friends and family. Always served with a smile and genuinely cared about our experience at the restaurant. Can't wait to go back!!!!!!
(5)eunhye c.
came here to celebrate my 26th and my sisters 21st birthday on saturday the 19th of july. oh where to start with this review =) our reservations were at 6pm maybe we shouldve done it earlier cause our family was starving lol we got seated really fast at our booth~ i have to say looking at the menu all i wanted to do was order everything that was on it because it sounded all so AMAZING!! the Trio of Duck Fries and the 3 sauces it comes with OMG it literally just melts in your mouth then came the truffle roll~ honestly im not a truffle kinda girl BUT eating the roll definitely changed my mind it just melted in your mouth which is a good thing~ then we ordered 2 glasses of wine and a The French Gentlemen which we all enjoyed~ we ordered hamachi and tuna poppers i think thats a must try!!! AMAZING then on to our food i ordered the Bourbon Garlic Sirloin medium rare i like a little bit of blood lol sister got the Roasted Organic Chicken and mom ordered Anderson Valley Lamb honestly i thought the lamb would be very dry only because my mom got it well done BUT was i wrong they were so moist and i probably ate half of hers hahaha my mom thought the 8oz steak was to small but i couldnt even finish a little bit of it and we pretty much cleaned everything off the plate which is hard to do for our family unless we really like it~ usually were to full for desserts but my mom got coffee and we shared the Pinapple Coconut Parfait i like both pineapple and coconut so that disappeared pretty fast~ our waiter was amazing and service was on TOP! definitely will be returning with my boyfriend or any other occasion~ it could get loud in the restaurant but its not something you cant tolerate~~
(5)Diana P.
I wasn't crazy about the food. They are famous for the stake but the stake we order was over cooked, dry, no flavore and cold. The place is beautiful, cool ambiance, the service is good but I wouldn't see myself going there for dinner to enjoy a steak again.
(2)Mariam B.
I don't even know where to start with this place. It is so amazing I just can't get enough of it. I love the hanger steak and truffle mac and cheese they have. Their drinks are really good and the pastry is just delicious. I can't believe they only have 3.5 star these people are tripping. Yes, it's a little pricey but hey you get what you pay for. Only negative thing is they have this one girl who just can't smile even if her life depended on it.
(5)Monica G.
Food was great!! I love the bone morrow . It's so delicious. Everything is very fresh and tasty. Service is good as well. Will go back again for the bone marrow dish.
(5)Sarkis M.
The atmosphere is great and so is the service, But wen it comes to the food it could be better. The truffle mac n cheese was a bit too salty for my taste and the lobster mashed potatoes would have been better with actual chunks of lobster like maestros but then again nobody can beat maestros. As for the NY steak which i ordered medium, was a little more on the well done side and was almost burned. Overall the food was ok nothing too great and thd place is very simple and nice. The prices are a bit overpriced in my opinion. I dont mind paying 50 for a NY strip if its aged and cooked properly and same goes for the sides which had a little perfecting that needs to be done. But overall everything was ok.
(3)Yali P.
Very underwhelmed for the price. We ordered the NY strip, skirt steak, mushroom and peas side dish and a mac & cheese. The NY steak was under seasoned and I asked for well done, I got medium well, I don't like any pink! The skirt steak was sent back because it had a funny/unpleasant taste to it. We got a rib eye instead and was ok. The side dishes were great. My cocktail was excellent (lucky lindy). For dessert, we ordered the strawberry doughnut and their version of an Oreo cookie. The doughnut had a pretzel dough consistency. I wanted a DOUGHNUT! And the Oreo cookie was too bitter and fell apart in your mouth. I didn't love. The service was great! But unfortunately will not return.
(3)Lucy M.
We came here few weeks ago to try it out. We love steaks and live in Glendale and figured we try a new place. Good think about it is that you don't need any reservations, but there is a catch as to why... The first time we went in really enjoyed our experience. We met Michael, who was fabulous with his recommendations and hospitality. So we decided to go back last night to try it again. The waitress was cold and dry and not helpful when it came to recommending a steak at a steakhouse. I got the porterhouse for us to share. I specifically requested medium well, not dry or bloody. I specified if I press my fork in I don't want to see blood spilling out. In addition, I asked her if she understood what I wanted she said yes. Of course when my entree arrived 30 minutes later, it was bloody and all pink, obviously not what I wanted. I told them I don't like it. The manager came over to talk to us and told me she will take it back and have the chef cook it more. When it arrived after 10 minutes, it was burned outside and pick inside. Again I didn't like it and it lost all the flavor. At this point the manager said she can't do anything about it except offer us something else. I told her I don't want to wait another 40 minutes to get something else and my child was tired and I lost interest. At this point she took off the bill an appetizer that my daughter loved and enjoyed. Meanwhile the waitress didn't come back to our table for the last 20 min to ask how was our food and drinks. The waitress seemed uninterested and the manager was simply rude and obnoxious not accommodating or trying to satisfy the customer. She made rude comments that were not professional. I will never go back again. We ended up paying $92 for a steak alone that was not worth it. That's why we love driving to Beverly Hills for impeccable service and great food. It's was a disappointing experience unparalleled to anything before.
(1)Winnie W.
This is my first time at a Michael Mina restaurant. I took the opportunity to visit there during dineLA week. I had a shrimp and corn soup, steak and vanilla custard. The soup was delicious. I almost lifted the bowl so I could lick the bottom of it. The skirt steak was good albeit a little too rare. Everyone at our table asked for medium rare steak and we all got rare steak. The vanilla custard was HEAVENLY. I would go back and pay full price for the custard! I also had a cocktail: darker and stormier. It was very 'meh' in my opinion. Too bad. The food program way surpasses their cocktail program. The service was just mediocre and very slow. I won't recommend this place if you are in a hurry. However, if you are not in a hurry, this is a very nice restaurant. Come here before the dineLA week menu is gone!
(4)David M.
Fiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiirst! (God I love saying that! 'Memba the MySpace-Tom days!?) Got a tour last week of this soon-to-be high-end, high-priced carnivorious joint (the lowest-priced steaks start at $50!! Yiiiiiiiiiiiikes!). The predominantly stainless-steel kitchen is about one-third the size of the restaurant (that shows you how PRIMO they take their steak cooking!). The dining room size -- sans furniture at this juncture -- looks intimiate, maybe a 50-seater? (I'd say plan on waiting about an hour to get in, and if you're smart, make a rez!). Inside the dining room area, on your right as you walk in, is a long swanky-looking bar towards a back wall. Along with a pastry/barista counter at the back of the spacious patio that's revealed now to the street. (Chomping on exquisite high-priced steaks, pastries and java will be heaven whilst the Glendale peasants watch in envy! I'm jolking, folks!). Contruction workers look to be working round-the-clock to make a March 26th (2014) grand opening deadline. I'll be first in line ... for BS's happy hour ... the ONLY time when I can afford their food!
(3)Harlequin B.
We had a great meal there tonight, everything was wonderful.Giuseppe was our waiter and he apparently is a big hit with other diners. I had the bone-in Ribeye and thought it was delicious.
(5)Ani K.
This place is wonderful!!! Me and my fiancé went there on Valentine's Day, and and had an amazing time. Their entire crew was very nice and pleasant. We were impressed with the outstanding service provided to us. Special thanks to Joe, he went extra mile to make sure that we are doing well, and was checking on us every 10-15 min. I Really enjoyed my night at Bourbon Steakhouse, and I would definitely recommend this place for any special or daily occasions.
(5)Valerie G.
Very impressive! Loved the ambiance, the food and service. This steakhouse to me is up there with the best of them. I felt like I had a culinary experience around the world. From the moment we walked in, were greeted by a very friendly, good looking staff. The restaurant has a warm feel, and is very unique in it's decor. The live pianist played beautifully throughout our 3 hour dinner. The flavors, spices, and herbs used on the appetizers, the tomahawk steak, mac n cheese, mushrooms, creamed corn, to the desserts and wine were all AMAZING! Staff was friendly and checked on us throughout dinner. I will be going back again. I miss the good already.
(5)Rachel H.
Hands down the best steak I have ever eaten. I have been here twice now - once for my birthday and once for a friend's - and both times have been great. The wine that was suggested to go with the mes was a great pairing each time and, again, I cannot even express the quality and deliciousness of the steak. We shard the tomahawk on my birthday and I don't know if I will ever eat another steak that good.
(5)Rob C.
There is a sign right out from promoting a $19 express lunch from 12-230. We sit down in an empty restaurant and ask to see the lunch special. The waiter tells us they don't honor the lunch special only at dinner time. After telling him that made no sense and that there was a sign right outside, he went to the back to check. He came back and tried to say it was only for kids now, so we got up and left. The hostess asked us why we were leaving. We told her about no lunch special, and she told us that they do indeed have it. At that point we were already on our way out, but it sure felt like the waiter was dishonest and trying to get us not to order from the menu. Will not be going back here again!
(1)Sue H.
Place is impeccable very modern feel. Service was excellent. I was pleasantly surprised with the food. Worth every penny! You do not have to travel to the west side for good steak anymore!!
(5)Josephine B.
NOT RECOMMENDED. I hate this place. The service was really slow and the food was either mediocre or bad. The only thing that was good were the complimentary fries (that took forever, we even needed to remind them) and the bread. the service was pretty bad. It took forever for the waitress to get our food order. The place was pretty loud and we cant hear the waitress or anyone. The lighting was in the wrong places. The light should be focused on the plate so we can take great pictures and see your food. I would have loved to listen to the pianist but even though we're one table away from him it was too loud that we can't hear him. For appetizers we got oysters and avocado dip. We could really tell the oysters freshness. I absolutely loved the vegetables that came with the avocado dip. The steak didn't taste like it was aged. 2 of us got the same medium rare dry aged ribeye but I got cool medium steak instead. The other steak was cooked right but still wasn't tasty. We make better steak at home. And oh yeah the sides... We got the jalapeno cream corn and truffle mac and cheese both were mediocre. The truffle mac and cheese is better at lemonade on Lake avenue in pasadena. Here you can taste a hint of the truffle. I was expecting creamy cheese and rich truffle taste like lemonade's. Jalapeño cream corn was not good as well. I feel like this review is a waste of time since the owner or any representative from the Mina group hasn't responded to any of the reviews. The price we paid doesn't reflect well the food and service we got. We are definitely not coming back.
(2)K Two's Mom N.
Luke warm $45 salmon with broccoli and a slice of cheese , bread server dropped the roll on the table before serving and walked away (gross) as if we would eat it , shrimp cocktail slightly over cooked, xtra small soda with no refills, truffle roll okay but greasy. Hamachi poppers were very good. Food 3 stars but considering prices 2 stars. Server was nice. Justin, the Manager came over and honestly listened and offered us desserts which was nice. And didn't charge for the salmon. He was 5 star. Bc of him we will give it another try.
(3)San G.
What can I say..... Service is SLOW. Seating is limited. Hard to get a same day reservation and the food is three stars. Located in the americana. I thought there was way too much hype and not enough service.
(3)Gio G.
It has been, so far, by far the worst experience I've ever had in a restaurant. I've been kicked out. Yes you are reading correctly. I had to leave the restaurant. I was a good customer since they opened. Last night I stopped by, as my usual, to have a quick happy hour before returning home. As soon as I set the bartender, looking me as I had some problem, told me that as per restaurant policy I was not allowed to wear my hat. I though he was joking or something. I mean.... happy hour, sitting at the bar, being there almost tree times a month.... I asked him if he was being serious and he repeated to me that if I was going to be eating there I would have to take off my hat. Now, what kind of treatment is this? What king of consideration and respect you, as a restaurant, give to your customer. What kind of stupid policy is this one!? It's ridiculous. Especially after being there so many times and spending so much money! I can wear a hat for so many reasons. Maybe I'm sick or maybe I have some problem with my head I don't feel comfortable to share with all the rest of the wold! or simply I want to wear a hat!. A hat doesn't hurt anybody. And in this case a hat was going to pay for a dinner! I feel very humiliated, hurt and discriminated. I will never go back inside, ever! and of course I will not suggest anyone to go there to eat. It's too bad.... really too bad because they lost a very good customer that he was spending a minimum of usd 600 every month to eat in that place! After this horrible experience, no more! I will definitely spend my money in other restaurants where my presence and money will be more appreciated!!
(1)Bob R.
The steaks were just okay, wine was fine, service was a attentive but very slow, price point is very high even for a business lunch. We live in the area and dine out a lot, but not here.
(1)mb h.
We have had dinner at the Stonehill Tavern in OC. Very underwhelming, especially for the price. Decided to try Bourbon Steak for Christmas Eve. Wow, talk about a totally different experience! The Sizzling Pancake is heavenly, same for the ricotta cavetelli. My SO really enjoyed the crispy tai snapper and the petite filet and lobster was also fantastic. The bourbon ice cream sundae was the perfect way to share a dessert and top off the meal. The service was great, and although the place was packed for Christmas Eve, the service was fun, helpful and attentive. Not overly loud. Bravo.
(5)Toeknee M.
Came here for happy hour but missed it. My girlfriend and I ordered the Wagyu burger. Ok, so the complimentary order of fries you get are delicious. Thin, nicely seasoned, and very crispy. We could have eaten two or three rounds of those cause they are that good. The burger was also cooked just as we ordered. The one thing I would recommend is go easy on the cheese and bacon cause if you are gonna pay 29 dollars for a burger, that beef better be the highlight. Our burger was good and our server was very nice and attentive. Oh, and those little caramels they give you at the end are a great little treat.
(3)Kathryn G.
Bottom line -- too expensive for the quality of the food. The decor and service are excellent. They've clearly put a lot of money into this restaurant. However, the food is strangely not up to par. I'm a bit mystified by this. We have eaten here multiple times, so I'm certain that it's not an aberration. Just the other night, we ate in the bar area and ordered multiple items. The burger was delicious, but the crispy potato skins with cheddar cheese sauce were more like boiled potatoes with an extremely bland white gravy. Ick. I'd love to have this be a consistently awesome place to be able to take friends and business associates, but it's just not there yet. A beautiful space, plentiful and friendly service, but a slightly odd menu with inconsistent quality food. Overpriced for the risk that you might have a bad meal.
(2)Marni G.
This place is kind of a dud for what you pay. It's REALLY pretty, but the food was just ok. The husband and I went for a special occasion, so we were ready to splurge and indulge, but everything was disappointing. Free fries, yay. But the sauces they were paired with didn't quite match. Free truffle butter rolls, yay. But kinda dry. Cesar salad was teeny tiny. I got the skirt steak - 12 oz for the same price as a 8oz filet. It came in two sections, one of which was WAY overcooked. I added a crab oscar, and it was VERY Meh. Can't describe it any other way. Needed more seasonings I think. The husband got one of the specials, which was described as - "if you normally like the filet, this will blow your mind." I think it was called a CAP cut? Anyway, NOT mind-blowing in any way shape or form. Also overcooked in certain places - even burnt. Oh, and the sauce trio - bearnaise, peppercorn, and "steak sauce". I dunno what they were thinking. The bearnaise was basically just mayonnaise, i'm not exaggerating. The steak sauce tasted like umm no thanks, and the peppercorn tasted the best, but was just this watery liquidy blah. For dessert, the root beer float was ... not exciting. It tasted like the ice cream you get at sizzler from the machine - that soft serve stuff - served with FLAT root-beer "flavoring". I'm not mad at this place. We still had a good time because the place is pretty and the service was nice. We wanted to try something new, and were expecting something on the level of Flemings or Ruth Chris. We did not expect to be bombarded again and again with an overwhelming sense of Meh. And then had to pay $300 for it.
(2)Paul D.
My fiancé and I had an amazing dinner and jazz filled evening at Michael Mina Bourbon Steak tonight with Justin serving as host extraordinaire, Scott as amazing waiter and William the sommelier with spot on wine advice. From front to back this was a perfect evening wherein we were whisked away to another time and place with great food, wine, desert and above all, a staff that from front of house to back and everywhere in between provided us a memorable experience that we will be talking about for a long time to come. Bravo!
(5)Lisa L.
Went last night. Wanted to love it as I have so many other Mina restaurants but this one was a fail. We check in, dining room allegedly not ready so we wait in the bar. Hostess forgets us. Then despite most of the room being open they try to seat us next to the kitchen door. Strike two. I'd been waiting to splurge on the Australian wagyu. $69 per person tomahawk rib eye. Our waiter was great and his description solidified my choice. I've had those steaks before and loved them. Not here. They did a nice presentation table side before they cut it. 15 mins later they bring it back sliced. Looks great tastes bland and cold. Plus it was hard to cut through even with a steak knife. What??? Is this a Mina chef? Terribly disappointing. Husband felt the same way. Our friends both had petite filets and politely said they were just ok. If I'm gonna slap down $69 for a few slices of wagyu it better melt in my mouth like it did in Vegas at Tom collicio's place. I'm only giving it a two because of the good service and amazing Brussels sprouts and magical mushrooms. Plus the desserts were excellent. But as a steak house, this was a fail last night.
(2)Sevag G.
I drive by this location daily. I was excited to see that the 5 year long vacant store front was finally being occupied with a restaurant that offers a menu not typically seen in Glendale. While under construction, the advertisement on the side of the building said Hand Crafted Cocktails which was suspect, which cocktail isn't hand crafted? So it finally opens and here we are with a group of friends ready to taste the food. Appetizers - Ahi tartare - flavorless, poke - warm, eggplant avocado dip - who put some garbage in the baba ganoush?, lobster corn dogs - batter-full and heavy, duck fat fries with different flavors and sauce - nothing special. Black truffle flake bread roll - a little oily Entree - the filet mignon, medium well, butterflied (I get this wherever I go and it is a good gauge) atrocious! Salty, dry, over cooked. Reminded me of liver and some jerky. Dessert - after all of that, i just had a chocolate chip cookie. That was good. Service - while my water glass wouldn't reach half empty, others at the table were experiencing a drout. The food came out well before the sides. Our waitress however, poor girl, she was good, knowledgeable and on point. She was left hanging as the busser, the line cooks and the chef put her on an island and didn't perform. Overall though, things were a little slow. Another person ordered scallops, they were tough. Others ordered filets as well and most experience the same. The chef tried to make it right with a special dish of the filet. Now that was what we were all expecting the first go around. It's a shame we had a bad taste in our mouths by the time that special plate came around. Will I ever go back, not until people start to tell me how much its improved. Until then Bourbon Steak? sorry guys I would much rather have cheesecake factory or granville for an eight of the cost and exponentially better tasting food, for now. And by the way, when you are about to close for the evening, your somoliers should probably stop tasting the wine.
(1)Alicia B.
My good friend and I ate at the bar... the service was solid and the ambiance is lovely. The issue that kept coming up was the "cheap" portions versus the cost. Our wine was poured under the curve of the glass yet we were charged $22 per glass. We ordered the alaskan king crab and was given a 1/2 of 1 leg for $18. We sent it back and asked it be removed from our bill, which they accommodated. The ribs and duck spring rolls were delicious.
(3)Jj V.
Decor was pleasing and the staff was friendly and attentive. Our server Lindsey Crenshaw was great and very informative. The dry aged bone in ribeye was a bit under salted and the asparagus "7 seasons" I believe it's called had 6 too many dimensions to the dish that did not come together. Deserts were top notch as well with their wine and bourbon selections. Over all a great time.
(4)Miji L.
Porterhouse steak was super tender and juicy. The oysters were great as well but their dessert wasn't too good to be honest.
(5)Hair By Natalie E.
I loved the complementary truffle fries, and the steak was phenomenal!! definitely worth the pretty penny
(5)Ana B.
I work in Glendale, and am always looking for a new spot to take clients and business colleagues for lunch. When I'm in the mood for steak, my options are Houston's, Mastro's or Cut. This place really impressed me....nice modern decor, good service, and most importantly the Wagyu Rib Eye!!! The steak was seasoned just perfectly with each bite melting in my mouth. I also got the kale salad which was great! I took my real estate attorney for an early bday lunch, and he considers himself a 'steak connoisseur'....he loved his bone-in Wagyu Rib Eye!! He even asked the waitress to ask the sous chef how the steak was prepared....within 5 minutes we knew the poaching technique and the heat level! Great lunch, going back very soon.
(5)A H.
Should've trusted my gut and listened to the other yelpers. Not worth it, take your $$$$ to Morton's or Flemming's and get much better food and service. Came here to celebrate a special occasion but unfortunately did not have a good experience and will not be coming back. Steak: I ordered my steak "well done" (which any decent steakhouse can serve a well done steak without ruining it) and the server advised me that well done orders would take at least 20 minutes, which was fine with me. 30 minutes later, my plate finally arrives, I cut a piece off the end and it was red, not even pink, dark red and oozing with bloody juice (which grosses me out and which is why I order well done), and it only got worse toward the center. I sent it back but when they returned it another 15-20 minutes later, the steak is now too dry and overcooked. Sides: truffle mac and cheese tasted like a box of the white kraft mac and cheese you can buy at any grocery store for $0.99. Lobster whipped mash is no better than instant mashed potates topped with a few bits of lobster. We got our bill and noticed a couple of items on our tab that belonged to the table next to us and the server also overcharged us for my husband's steak (the bill didn't match the price that was on the menu). We didn't want to waste anymore money at this place so we walked over to Cheesecake Factory to get our dessert, which was the only good thing about that evening.
(1)Bill V.
It's a beautiful place but a bit cookie cutter and the service does leave a lot to be desired, especially for the cost of a meal. I sat at the bar, spent 70 bucks on 2 glasses of wine, a salad and prawns. It was all good but I can do better somewhere else. Sorry MM!
(3)Nicole D.
I really wanted to like this place. I love Michael Mina's food normally, but Bourbon Steak was not of the same caliber and thus dreadfully overpriced. First off, the Yelp page says this place is classy/dressy. While it is very nice and elegant inside, it's attached to the Americana, so you will find plenty of people walking in from the mall in jeans or shorts or whatnot. I, however, was wearing a black dress, and when the waiter went to put the white napkins on my and my boyfriend's laps, he asked if I'd prefer a black one instead. :-) As for the food, it's funny because the best stuff on the menu is the cheapest. The complimentary trio of fries - BBQ, parmesan and pickled - were delicious as was the truffle mac and cheese. It's not a mac and cheese with a bunch of stuff in it like veggies, breadcrumbs, bacon, etc.; it's just a really good quality mac and cheese with a tasty sauce and a few truffle bits. The more substantial or expensive items, though, were less impressive. We were disappointed by the tuna tartare appetizer. Despite being combined table-side with a bunch of different ingredients, it was rather bland. Additionally, the lobster pot pie was interesting but lacked distinction flavor-wise. It comes out in a copper pot that is quite large, and I immediately thought it could serve 3-4 people. Upon the waiter cutting off the top crust, though, I noted that the contents were not full. The crust was put on a plate, and the pieces of the lobster that had cooked in the pot were reassembled on top to reform the entire 2 lb. lobster. Then the veggies and sauce were poured on top. The lobster / veggies / sauce menagerie tasted fine, but I didn't think it was exceptional, but the real disappointment was the crust. It was completely flavorless and with everything sitting on top of it, it just became a bland, soggy accompaniment that detracted from what may have been an all right dish. Overall, not impressed. Nor were we impressed with the dry-aged ribeye that my bf ordered. Please note that it is a BLACK ANGUS steak, which may not be what you're expecting when ordering. Taste was off, texture was weird, and the cook on it was not right either. The waiter could tell something was off, and after some prodding, when we finally opened up about our opinions on the steak, he noted that black angus is different and that some people have had similar reactions to us. He then offered to give us another steak. We protested, but I will say that the waiter was very nice and sympathetic and basically told us that if we were going to spend this much money on a meal, we should enjoy it, so he was going to bring a NY strip instead. This one was MUCH better - the cook was right, taste was good, texture was fine, everything. Honestly, this was a pretty decent steak. Just wish we hadn't wasted a dry aged black angus ribeye. Moreover, the wine list is ridiculously EXPENSIVE. Normally a wine list has options for every budget, but this wine list is definitely geared towards high rollers. You'll be hard-pressed to find the rare option (barely) under $100, and they even had multiple $1,000+ options. The bourbon and scotch flights are interesting touches, but my scotch-conossieur boyfriend got the Glenlivet flight and was disappointed with the tastes, despite all being 15 years plus. Bottom line: I loved the ambience and the service, but the food was overpriced for the taste.
(3)Andy K.
I was on the border of giving a 1 star, but had to cut a little slack considering they just opened. First off, the service was excruciatingly slow and sloppy. I made a reservation for 6 at noon, and even though the place was empty, we had to wait so our table could be 'prepared'. One of my co-workers had to actually go remind the host to get us seated. We also told them twice that we had a time constraint, and they assured us that they alerted the kitchen. We ordered the oysters and the tuna tartar for an appetizer, which took FOREVER! We joked about how it takes time to 'cook' these, which is why it took so long to come out. Interestingly enough, the tuna is prepared table-side, so found the above comment even funnier. We asked for several things, including water, and horseradish for the oysters - the latter item we had to ask for twice, and the water never came. Drinks were brought to the wrong person, and the entrees as well. Very sloppy. When we finally got our food, the first thing I thought of was the old Wendy's commercial that goes, "where's the beef?". I couldn't believe how small the portions were. Considering it was lunch, I would assume that they were the portioned smaller, so do hope that the dinner menu has regular-sized portions. Also, as other reviewers noted, the steak is not cooked as requested - my medium was closer to medium-well, and a co-worker's rare was also over-cooked. With that said, the food was just 'meh' - would never pay this amount for what we got, but luckily this was a business lunch, which also accounts for the higher rating than I would've given if I had to pay out of my own pocket. All in all, a highly disappointing experience.
(2)Jessica M.
My husband and I came here with our four young daughters and although I did see other kids here, this restaurant is mainly for date night (sorry kiddos). I mean, they don't even have a kids menu, ha! So to the review. The staff is polite and very friendly, I mean everyone. Our waitress was Erica and she was on top of her game. She started us with the complimentary duck fat free fries, sounds nasty? No these fries are delicious a little on the salty side but good. So you get 3 different fries and 3 different dipping sauces. They were all very tasty. Then came the truffle dinner roll, omg this piece of bread was so soft and buttery, hands down the best dinner roll I've ever had! Then comes our Entrée, we both ordered the Filet Mignon well done which was the best piece of steak we've had. Even though it was well done, it was so easy to cut, super soft and buttery. A order of the Delta asparagus, which I've never had asparagus but this one I loved. It had bell peppers and a black sauce which I believe was soy sauce, very delicious all the flavors came together. The lobster whipped mashed potatoes, which was ok, I thought it had an acquired taste, wouldn't order it again. Finally, the black truffle Mac and cheese, which they messed up our order and ended up with our kids regular Mac and cheese but needless to say it was real good, really cheesy. And after our meal, we received the caramel bourbon... Perfect amount of sweetness to end a perfect meal! So overall the food is great! Probably the best restaurant at The Americana. I thought Flemings Steakhouse was good but this place blows them out of the water. It is on the pricey side, be ready to spend over $100 easily, but hey what do you expect, you pay for what you get. Will definitely come back. Oh and last but not least, they have a live pianist, perfect when you're accompanied by your loved ones.
(5)Andrea C.
We had the garden kale, Caesar salad, dry-aged bone in rib eye, American wagyu rib eye, tun tartare, duck spring roles, octopus and Hamachi & tuna poppers plus deserts. We went with a party of 4. Bill came out to about $500, no wine. We had a specialty drink which I think was made with carrot and some fruit. All of it was pretty good. The décor and place is beautiful. Only funny thing was this: We tried to make this reservation at least 3 weeks in advance for lunch. We tried to make the reservation at 12, they said it wasn't available, that we had to pick 11:30 or 11:45. We called back a few times and finally got a reservation for 12 online. When we got there, the entire place was empty. After our 2 lunch, only 3 other tables came and left. Place was empty. Weird.
(4)Tim R.
Certainly not worth your time or money. It's outrageously expensive, which I don't usually care about, but the food was all sub par, even the shrimp cocktail was off. How do you screw up shrimp cocktail? The crab legs were the pre-split garbage variety, like you get at "Lonestar" Steakhouses. I'd rather have just given them my money than to have actually eaten the food.
(1)Natalie M.
One and only decent steak house in Glendale! The place is amazing. Very classy, sophisticated ambience! Great bar - I just love the big piece of ice in bourbons. Great selection of wine and drinks. All the bartenders are cool. I specially want to thank the beautiful bartender girl, she gave us nice recommendations and did perfect drinks. Fusion cuisine: steak and asian fusion. Perfect small appetizers. Well I just love the place. I recommend it to everybody
(5)Shant A.
Michael Mina has tarnished his name by running his restaurants like corporations. He just simply has too many of them. The burger was heavy, and worst of all, the american cheese they use.. pretty much tastes like movie theater nacho cheese, very disgusting. medium well arrived well done. The amount of fries that comes with the burger is a joke. I think i had a total of 8 pieces of fries and they were all browned.
(1)Matthew W.
It's about time Glendale started stepping up it's game. When Palate closed, I was worried that "high-er end" dining was not able to flourish in this neighborhood. I'm glad to see that Bourbon Steak has restored my faith. Came in last night with Wifey for a long overdue Steak Dinner. We had reservations and were seated immediately. It was my wife's birthday dinner as I had let them know in advance through my Open Table Reservation. To my surprise, they had a birthday card waiting at the table for us when we sat. Very nice of them. Wifey started with a "French Gentleman" cocktail, a dark and stormy of sorts...I started with the Bourbon Tasting Flight ($30 for 3 tastings) which is a neat little production. They bring out a cart with 3 bourbons, and 3 plates of different spices, in this case vanilla, cinnamon, coffee beans. They literally fire them up by burning the spices with a torch and cover them with the upside down crystal high ball glasses trapping in the "essence" as they describe. They then turn them right-side up and pour the bourbons. 2 out of 3 were AWESOME, the other was good. I was surprised at how much I liked it, but very impressed by the presentation. The waitress brought out the truffle bread (which was to die for), and a starter of 3 types of fries paired with 3 types of dipping sauces. They were excellent. We then had the oysters, the shrimp and the baby iceberg salad. They oysters came with a champagne/gin sauce that was AMAZING. Shrimp was very fresh as well. We ordered the Prime Rib Eye, the fried baked potato, the lobster mash potatoes, and the asparagus and mushrooms. Our waitress brought over the sommelier to pair up wine for us as well. After it all, one scoop of vanilla bean ice cream (with a candle for wife's bday) and we were out. My steak was cooked perfectly, the service really was top notch, and the attention to detail of the staff regarding my request for a good booth and note of a birthday was very thoughtful. If you are not a pretentious douchebag, and you like good food and good service, and don't mind a louder environment (which I actually appreciate), then this place is perfect for you. We loved it, and will be coming back as often as we can afford it.
(5)Grace E.
Finally! The Americana needed a decent restaurant in the vicinity, sorry Amici. Much anticipated...I love their complimentary fries, the flat Octopus - yumm. Filet Mignon- delightful. And recently we had the Lobster pot pie! Omg it was quite a presentation, that is worth going for cheers! To chef Michael Mina
(4)GREG S.
Thought this would be a good place for a birthday celebration and booked a 5:30 Thursday night dinner for three of us today. Nice looking restaurant and friendly staff. Their $45 prix fixe early bird is worth the charge for the decent sized portions you get (lamb meatball appetizers, 8oz flap steak & vanilla crème dessert). Son enjoyed his 18oz rib eye steak. Wife ordered chicken with mac n cheese, but thought it only okay. Was it the "best meal I ever had" as Americana owner Rick Caruso once touted? No. A restaurant striving for this calibre is missing the little considerations that leave a less than ideal memory ... Smiling server not mentioning or offering the early bird menu (I had to ask); no refills of coffee (called "americano" and charged per serving); no complimentary birthday dessert (server just added a candle to MY dessert from my prix fixe selection ... cheap and tacky, didn't feel special). These are little things, true, but would not cost the owners a lot of money to extend, but would leave memorable positive impressions on paying clients. The tab for 3 without liquor cost $165 (before tip), so definitely come knowing it will be expensive. Think we'll stick with Houstons and Ruth Chris in Pasadena if that's the case.
(3)Stephen L.
Everything was GREAT except the STEAK!? The venue is a steak restaurant! They have to do something about their steak, because my wife and I thought everything else was fantastic. If your a bourbon fan, try their old fashioned. It is to die for! I have never had an old fashioned quite like it. I ordered the rib eye that came out a little burnt. The price was $60 and was NOT worth it at all. I don't recommend their steak. We didn't try the fish but it will probably be a better bet. We complimented our dinner with a side of bone marrow, creamed spinach, and fries. All very very good. Our server was great and she even brought me the recipe to their old fashioned. PLEASE DO SOMETHING ABOUT THE STEAK!
(3)wendy N.
Terrible service. Lackluster food. Watered down drinks. Just another fancy mall restaurant there to scam you out of your money. Thank goodness we have yelp to help us sort out the riff raff and find what us really and truly DELICIOUS! Which Bourbon Steak is NOT.
(1)Nichole L.
We decided to come here on a whim for a nice cocktail and to look over the menu. I have to start off by saying, the drinks are AMAZING. We typically rate the Misfit Bar in Santa Monica as our favorite artisan cocktail place, but this was amazing and so close to home AND not a shoulder to shoulder atmosphere! The bartender was attentive to our drinks and it showed! We decided to stay for dinner since other options in the area (Katsuya, Frida, etc.) do not have such appetizing menus. We sat at the bar and shared the potato crusted sole (9/10), black truffle Mac and cheese (OMG 10/10) and roasted broccoli with cheddar cheese (10/10). Honestly I make a home made Mac and cheese that has set the par for both my fiancé and I until now. This truffle Mac and cheese was fantastic. Overall, ambience was excellent (live jazz most nights!), service was excellent, drinks were excellent, food was excellent. Albeit, I have yet to try actual "meat", as in a steak. I will be back to do so and I will leave an updated review. Yum yum yum in my tum tum tum!
(5)tony r.
Last night was my first time at Bourbon Steak. I went with two friends and my wife. What a disappointment. First of all, the price was outrageous for the quality of food. I and my wife ordered medium well and they gave us well done. The knife had a hard time cutting into the meat. My friends ordered medium rare and they got rare and even at that the meat was really tough. Half litter of Fiji water for $20. bone in rib eye with nothing else with it cost $54 not even aged. Ridiculous. Took about an hour to serve. And the Manager made no effort to understand why we were so disappointed. He just said we supposed to have the best Steak in the city and walked away. Not going back to this place ever. And by the way, ask for price of every item before ordering. they would even charge for steak sauce that is just a spoonful that's it.
(1)Kelly C.
5 star all the way on dining, presentation and service!!!! This classy restaurant is my new fave in town. We came here on a double date. Upon check-in, we were led to a perfectly set table with white linens. They asked me if I would like black napkins for my black dress (how classy is that? No lint). Appetizers of duck fries were complimentary of the chef and certain amused my bouche. We had the octopus, the spring rolls. Perfection. The drinks are out of this world fancy and awesome. I had their steak and shrimp combo which was cooked perfectly. Wish we had time for dessert! Will return. This is my new favorite place for date night.
(5)Elina B.
AMAZING...AMAZING...AMAZING! Everything from the moment you walk in until you walk out is tasteful, classy, and just exquisite! You will feel like you are walking into The Great Gatsby! The food is amazing, the customer service is beyond amazing and the place is lovely...what more do you want? Our friends took us there over the weekend, and we loved it! Our waiter was, I believe his name was... Peter King...you should ask for him! He really made it so much better with his service. Yes, this place can be pricey, but it is definitely worth it! Before I keep rambling on, maybe you should just go try it and see for yourself. A 5 Star for sure!
(5)Christopher A.
No Waygu Amigo! $70 for an 8 oz portion of steak? Did it come from the Golden Calf? Service was extremely slow and the place was loud. We were seated where we could feel every gust of cold air coming from the front door. We had some crazy poorly lit overhead lamp that created a giant eclipse over the table, due to the brighter ceiling light above it. We were served a roll that had the consistency of hard tack from the Edmund Fitzgerald. Wife ordered the salmon and it came out underdone and very oily. We expressly ordered it to be mid well. I ordered the bone marrow and got half a bone, with minimal marrow. For my money, Taylor's is a better choice.
(1)Sam A.
Went here for happy hour. Small menu for happy hour but I gotta say that the burger was AMAZING!!! I would recommend trying the burger which I think they only serve during happy hour. Chef Michael Mina himself came out and we thanked him for the great food. He also recommended the premium steaks and one special steak that is not on the menu. Sorry guys cannot tell you what that is. Your going to have to go there and ask him yourself. I will definitely go back.
(5)G R.
Located right next to Din Tai Fung restaurant and Americana, so parking is not easy. Be sure to use valet parking for Nordstrom. Restaurant will validate your parking ticket. It has nice decor. Very clean and modern feel to it. Service was courteous and friendly. Food was hits and misses. We love the caviar parfait and the bone marrow. The duck spring rolls (it should be called egg rolls because it was fried) was average borderlined boring. Steak was nice and tasty, although mine wasn't cooked the way I asked and had to be sent back. Went for my birthday, so can't really comment about its pricing.
(3)Toni N X.
Free duck fat fries for every table. Great! Had the lobster pot pie (wow on the presentation), porterhouse steak rare, a white fish dish, a salad, mushroom side, and truffle mac n cheese side, a bunch of desserts, white wine, whiskey, port, between 3 girls. Yea we ate a lot! Everything was delicious. The super friendly staff saw to our every need. If you need something just ask, they are very accomodating. The coffee here is top notch too. All in all a solid 5 stars.
(5)Jessica H.
Overall, we really enjoyed our meal and the service! We went spur of the moment, late on Sunday evening so the place was fairly empty. In regards to the noise level, there was a man playing live piano near the bar so the noise level and atmosphere was really nice. Very romantic for the first half... unfortunately half way through the pianists song the loud speakers lit up with VERY loud upbeat tunes. Definitely killed the classy atmosphere and made it very annoying to continue a conversation so I would have to agree with some of the previous reviews. Way too loud. It made the upscale appearance feel like a bit of a joke as well. The rest I can say is mostly positive. - We did the Bourbon flight where they smoke each glass with essences. Excellent and smells almost better then it tastes. - Tuna Tartar and complimentary fries were flavorful. - I wasn't crazy about the steak but my boyfriend really liked it. I was more crazy about the jalapeno creamed corn and black truffle mac and cheese sides. - Finally, they had one bourbon macaroon left. So worth it, I have never had a macaroon that perfect! As I said, the service was courteous and attentive. We are definitely going back sometime soon! However, the prices are definitely steep so its a special occasion restaurant in my book.
(4)S. S.
This is a very LOUD restaurant. Try to request sitting on the sides. The servers are friendly, speedy and efficient. Very attentive. It's a great choice for a special meal or event. The appetizers were so flavorful. Of the 5 of us, not one of us was disappointed in the food or drinks or desserts. A really nice meal. But it's very noisy.
(4)David C.
Came here for happy hour on a Wednesday. Whiskey for five bucks, half priced oysters, and a rib cap steak. Perfect dinner.
(4)Amanda D.
What a great place! Where to start? Amazing treats from the chef, fantastic service and atmosphere. Had a great dinner and will definitely be back!
(4)Chris A.
I live down the street from here and I must say that the lunch specials here are pretty good. I came here for dine LA one time and the menu was extraordinary, especially the dessert which was unfortunately not on the regular menu. For dinner, this place has some pretty decent stuff. The lobster pot pie is really good, but it's kind of pricey at 80 bucks but definitely worth the experience. The steaks here were better than a lot of other places but I don't think it stacks up to Wolfgang puck's Cut or even Ruth Chris, but in all in all the dining experience is great.
(4)Cynthia V.
Was there earlier this week (business meeting) and was extremely pleased with the food and service! Can't wait to go back!!
(5)Cathy G.
Happy birthday Cathy, INDEED!! Newsflash : Potatoes fried in duck fat are the cats pajamas(aka awesome). I wasn't too much of a fan of the peppered fries though(too much pepper). We ordered kale salad(mmm tasty!!) and duck spring rolls(seriously it was like lumpia) as appetizers. For our main entree, BF and I shared a medium rare aged porterhouse steak for two( bomb.com ), lobster whipped potatoes(tasted like lobster candy - really could have used more lobster and more texture) and black truffle Mac n cheese(nothing special, couldn't taste the truffle). For dessert, we ordered the bourbon caramel pie(or was it a cake? Either way delicious!), and chocolate ice cream. All made in-house and quite delightful. I'm an ice cream fiend, so you can imagine my surprise when I saw a small scoop of chocolate ice cream at the bottom of a cup - $3.50 for this? Hmmm... throw in another 2 scoops and you have something there. The drinks are pretty tasty also. Had a ginger beer/vodka drink and the BF ordered a 12yr old whiskey with a Japanese whiskey presentation alongside with it, which was educational and a little dramatic(or was that just me?) Overall the service was great! Our server was warm and informative and willing to answer any and all questions we had regarding the menu. Our reservations were for 7:15pm so we got there before the dinner rush - our servers were so attentive. There was one Asian gentleman(I'm guessing a manager) seemed to be a jack of all trades helping several tables all at once(ours, included). It was pretty fun watching him do his thing. He even noticed when I dropped a slice of steak on the table and I nonchalantly picked it up and put it back on my plate. LOL! His reassuring nudge of "It's ok. No one saw. I won't say anything," made putting it back on my plate less embarrassing. Yep. It happened. We did notice many of the other tables that got there after 8-8:30ish were not getting as efficient service, but being that it's still a new establishment I'm sure they will work this out in no time. Oh and before I forget - CHEERS to the pianist playing alternative rock! You are a rockstar. Quick note(s): 1) They DO validate parking. 2) They also ask if you are restricted with time(have a movie to watch/ other plans afterwards) at the beginning of your meal to ensure you can make them. 3) They DO check in shopping bags so you're not pressed for space at the table.
(5)Matthew M.
I love this steak house what a fun and exciting experience! It is relatively new to the Glendale area and I am really glad it's here. Not only was the food absolutely amazing but the service made it even better. I highly recommend getting the truffle Mac n cheese, filet, and the red snapper. The vibe for me made it all worth it, piano player taking requests and the restaurant didn't feel stuffy. I eat at Vegas steakhouses a lot so I really enjoy the louder more vibrant scene that they are trying to accomplish here. I can't see why anyone would have a bad experience trying out this restaurant.
(5)Scott C.
First Impressions. Vibrant, energetic scene. Enjoy a good energy instead of a muted atmosphere, especially when dining with friends. While waiting for our table, we walked through the lounge. Establishment is both elegant and unpretentious. Talented live jazz trio was playing at the baby grand piano near the bar. The Bar. Beautifully ornate and stocked with quality spirits; their cocktail looked full of tasty options. Looks like you can enjoy a meal at the bar if you're flying solo or just prefer that setting as opposed to a table. The Menu. I counted 5 types of beef, including A5 Japanese Wagyu. Prices were standard for that level of dining experience. Wine list is awesome; really unique. The Food. Oysters on the half shell were fresh. Fantastic mignonette. Tuna Tartare was among the best I've had. Dry Aged Ribeye. With Crab Oscar. That is all. No chew, so much flavor, perfectly grilled. We had the Refried Potato and Delta Asparagus as side dishes. Amazing! We had no room left for dessert but were celebrating so they brought us the Candy Cart... Worth every calorie. LaMill cappuccino was excellent. The Service. Knowledgeable and approachable. Unobtrusive. Our glasses never emptied and the organized chaos of the restaurant faded into the background as we wined and dined. Will, the sommelier, chose a wine for us that was perfect and the server had excellent recommendations for our entrees. Overall. This is a top-notch establishment. A perfect place to entertain and to be entertained.
(5)Harry S.
This place is not cheap. Maybe cliche to say this, but this is more than a meal. It is a complete dining experience. The place ia beautiful, the service impeccable, and the food is excellent. The oysters are a must. The Japanese whiskey selection is unsurpassed. The tuna tartar wih quail egg made tableside is surreal. The marinated mushroom side is a perfect pairing with the steaks. And the steaks? Seem to be missing a heartiness I prefer. Something is lacking. Still great, but not $70 great. Neverthelss, the overall makes this a worthwhile indulgence I will do again.
(5)Ani V.
Took my boyfriend here for his birthday for some steak. I ordered chicken and he ordered steak (I forget which one). Our waiter was very informative, very friendly, but also very formal. The trio of fries on the house were great. Our food was just the right amount. I wasn't left bursting but I ate all of my food and shared a dessert and was perfectly content. It isn't a place you can go just for casual dinner unless you can pay for it but definitely special occasions. Try it at least once. :) Nice place for a date or a girl's night out. NOM.
(4)Patrick Y.
What can you say went your dinner experience,choice of wine and the service you received was unbelievable. You Just keep coming back with family and friends Kudos to the management team, chef and the entire staff.
(5)Ella M.
Great ambiance, delicious food and excellent customer service. I have been to Bourbon Steak several times, and I've always been pleased. This review is to mainly recognize our server, P.J. P.J. is precise, alert, very polite and friendly. Nowadays you don't see many servers like him! P.J. is not just an ordinary waiter, he is the best at what he does.
(5)Jon M.
It is my sad duty to report that I am not reviewing the steak. Fourteen coworkers and I took lunch in the private dining room at Bourbon Steak. Unfortunately, the budget didn't cover steak, so I went with the Bourbon Steak burger, medium. I will say that it was done to the exact specifications of everyone who ordered it. The onions and mushrooms were both very flavorful and well prepared, but the meat was very salty. The fries were not plentiful, but were nicely seasoned. I ordered a coke and was surprised to find it tasted rather watered down. Given the scope of the bill I'm only too happy not to be paying, I don't see why this place is so mediocre. The burger is no better than one you'd get at Applebee's for half the price. Maybe the steak is good? Don't get a burger.
(3)Derek D.
Nice for lunch but stunning at dinner . They have live music in their bar area. Tuesday night is jazz trio. Perfect place for date night if you want to impress someone.
(4)Tho B.
Came here the 1st time w/ friend for her company dinner. The restaurant was very nice, service was excellent - Thanks so much !!! Appetizers were ok, duck spring roll was very salty. (Btw meat was in a roll using deep-fried wrapping, seal w/ egg-wash & deep fry in oil - it's a EGG ROLL, not Spring Roll. If you borrowed a dish, at least stay true to the description. Being Vietnamese, I can't stand it when restaurant using the words wrong). Steaks were very tender even though not as tasty as I expected from a steak restaurant. We enjoyed the side dishes very much though. Desserts were the best part - individually in the cute mason jar. Chocolate peanut butter mousse was delicious - highly recommended.
(5)Mary J.
Went to The steakhouse for a girls' night out last weekend. We arrived in plenty of tome to take advantage of Happy Hour prices. We tried the Sangria and Lucky Lindys. Both were delicious. And went well with our appetizers. We opted for the duck fat french fries, the duck egg rolls and potato skins. My favorite was the fries, then the duck egg roles. The potato skins were too rich. When it came time for the main course, we ordered a porterhouse steak and shared. I was disappointed to say our piece had a large section of tendon running through the steak. I know a porterhouse is no filet mignon but this was super hard. The truffle mac n cheese was yummy.. Last but not least was desert and coffee. The coffee was delicious! We went for the desert cart. We tried the macaroon, lintzer coolie, chocolate bar and chocolate sandwich cookie. They were all a wonderful accompaniment to the coffee. My most favorite was the Lintzer and least favorite was the chocolate sandwich. The staff was attentive and very nice. Worth a visit.
(4)John B.
Very nice atmosphere. Service was fantastic. Our waiter probably spent 10 minutes going over details of multiple dishes. He was a walking encyclopedia of food! Trio of fries was a pleasant surprise at the start. Signature tuna tartare was good but probably not as good as other places. Didn't care for the pine nuts mixed in it. Overall definitely pleasantly surprised by the food and service.
(5)Armine A.
Well then...this was $150 clearly that went down the drain. The 1 star is for the service. I ordered the garlic sirloin and my husband the rib eye and it was dry, no flavor, and cold. Our sides of mac & cheese and mushrooms were also cold and flavorless. The couple next to us had so many things wrong with their order, management came numerous times to their table to apologize. Not worth the time, money, or energy!! Keep your money and go to a better steakhouse.
(1)David C.
Some of the best, most polished service I've ever had in LA -- a balance of crisp professionalism and California casual that is difficult to do well, but the staff here knocks it out of the park. The wagyu flat iron was sublime, as were the incredible candy-like Brussel sprouts and the highball-glass-sized white chocolate dessert. High marks all around.
(4)Ariana V.
NOT BAD, but take my review lightly as I am a steak newbie. 3.5 but I round up because I liked my food. I don't know where to go for good steak. I really don't. But for a place that's relatively walking distance to my house, I think it's good enough. I enjoyed the taste of fancy. While I think the price was a little on the pricier side - someone correct me if i"m wrong. I'm sure we were paying for the ambience. I had the NY skirt steak, medium rare and the BF had the American Wagyu. It was perfect. Just enough tenderness and good flavor. We also had the truffle mac and cheese. While good, it was passable. Waited a little too long before dessert, so we didn't end up with the dessert cart. For shame, as I love throwing money at sugar. Nothing really caught my attention on the dessert menu, though. It's a nice addition to Glendale, I think. Although it is on the corner of Colorado and Brand -- it's interesting to be in such a nice restaurant with the view of yoshinoya and the strip mall.
(4)Mohammed S.
Worst place on earth drink take about a 45 Min waaaayyyyyyy over rated it's a 3 of a 100
(1)Jennifer J.
Loved our dinner here. Garlic Steak. Duck Fries (Served in the cute little containers, super-cute). Whoever thought CAULIFLOWER could be roasted and become such a good thing? It was absolutely amazing. We were greeted instantly, table came up really fast. They had several large groups and managed to fawn all over my sister's birthday even though we were only a party of 3. It was super expensive and we didn't care AT ALL! The steaks came out perfectly, juicy, cooked the way we ordered. Can't stand dry meat. They really know their meats! Non-pretentious waitress, everyone we met on the staff was outgoing and friendly, they seemed really eager to please. They succeeded, too. Would return in a heartbeat. Great Job, Bourbon! Thank you for giving us a perfect birthday celebration.
(5)Scott G.
BOGGLES my mind that there are any reviews about this place under 4 stars. Seems like most of the complaints are about price - what do you expect from a top notch steak house? It's not meant to be AppleBees. I've eaten here three times for three very different reasons and have been impressed each time. Happy hour at the bar was awesome. Quick burger with friends was great. Full steak-dinner with all the fixings and a few bottles of wine for a work / recruiting event also went extremely well. I'll be back here often.
(5)Fabian G.
Great experience. Was at the Americana and decided to try this place out. Ordered the Filet Mignon medium w/ whipped lobster potato. Both were very tasteful. Highly recommend this place. Complimentary trio fries were also good. Had mint morrocan green tea at the end, was very good and went down smooth. Will go back!
(5)Steve A.
We had a blast!!!! My wife received a birthday card with everybody's signature in it. Food was excellent. Service was excellent. Highly recommended. We had a rib cap, and it takes really good!
(5)Tiff L.
Our service was great & everything was delicious! the complimentary truffle bun & duck fat fries that come in 3 seasonings and 3 dipping sauces were amazing! wish i could remember all of them but you almost have to go just to have that! I had the Tuna tartar which was probably the best of its title i've ever had anywhere! I also had their super popular dish the lobster pot pie. man! the presentation is something else! a WHOLE lobster is in a filo dough souffle thing and they present all their dishes right in front of you putting pieces together. It's just an experience you'd have to try if your a pot pie or lobster lover. Also got a side of truffle macaroni and chess and jalepeno creamed corn. Defintely upscale and come dressed to impress type of place.
(5)Robert K.
I'm gonna make this one short and simple. Let's just say that this steakhouse ranks lower than the major ones I've been to ie: Mastros, Cut, Ruth's Chris. etc. This is the second Michael Minna Restaurant (Vegas) I've been to and was not impressed.....The place is nice though....
(2)Jackie T.
Fantastic food and service! Service is top notch! Joey and Amelie made sure we had a wonderful meal and provided such informative and gracious service we are planning another visit soon! This place has such a fantastic menu of steak and seafood goodness I wish I had more room in my belly :) I enjoyed an outstanding bone in ribeye with a trio of sauces on the side- green peppercorn- béarnaise-horseradish- and the brussel sprout side was delish! My Bf had a huge slab of NY strip and a truffle mac and cheese side that dreams are made of. We will be back!
(5)V M.
I would give this only 1 star, but since the ambiance is great it gets 2 stars. Comfortable chairs, table sizes are good for small/big groups with fair distance from one table to the next. Live piano music on our visit Friday night. Overall great classic with slight modern steakhouse feel. However, sides were very salty. I was warned about this before trying and it is indeed true, so here's your warning. It's all about the sides. Steaks were undercooked. Asked for medium and they came out rare. All 7 of us in our group. I don't know how any chef can mess this up. Check your thermometers kitchen staff. BTW, don't get the tomahawk ribeye. Double the price for same quality and size as the dry aged rib eye. I love this city, it's a shame we have to drive west to get quality steaks and sides.
(2)Michele M.
We had a wonderful experience! We went on a Monday night with a 7:00 reservation. Got there about a half hour early expecting to wait in the bar but since it wasn't packed, we were seated right away. They wasted no time in bringing out the duck fat fries, which were very good! I disagree with the poster that said they were not flavorful and didn't taste of the richness of the duck. I could tell! We then had the chilled melon soup and truffle rolls - also really good! Oh..and the oysters on the half shell, always a must for me! Our waitress, Natasha, was attentive and patient as we asked questions and took our time making a decision on the entree. She saw my boyfriend going over the wine list and asked if we wanted to see the Sommelier, which we did. Catherine was very friendly and gave us a few suggestions based on our likes and our meal. We decided on one of her suggestions which turned out to be a very good Toscano. Food-wise we had the Ribeye Caps, Lobster tail and the Lobster mashed potatoes. All were delicious and cooked to the right temperature and were seasoned well. I ate every bite! Then dessert - butterscotch pudding (made with real Scotch - Macallan 12), and a pineapple parfait that I swear had pop rocks on it! Both were amazing. Also during the meal, the GM Michael, stopped by and chatted as did another lady whose name I did not get. Everyone was very friendly and professional, so I don't know where all the "bad service" comments are from, unless they've recently upped their game. I recommend it - but know going in that this is a celebrity owned, upscale steak house and it isn't for the faint of wallet. If you enjoy fine-dining and have the resources, get gussied up and go have a nice dinner! Again, since it was a Monday and fairly early, we lingered for 2 hours and they didn't push to turn the table. And....it was my birthday so they gave me a card that appeared to be signed by the whole staff. A nice touch and much better than a singing horde to embarrass me!
(5)Jay B.
Excellent food and service although the menu is very pricey. Monday night some of our six member party arrived late but they held our table while the rest of us were in the bar. When seated, dining room was full but not noisy. Wait staff was very attentive and explained exert thing including recommendations. Monday night was 1/2 price on the wine list. Steaks were delicious and splitting orders was fine. The prices will keep you from ordering too much and that's ok because the starters and entrees are filling. Will come again but for special occasions only
(5)Janelle M.
Stopped by for happy hour. Only a few happy hour priced drinks. No deals on food. Ordered their special pisco punch $6 (tasted like an overly sweet lemonade), only beer on happy hour was $4 abita light (no drafts at this restaurant). Duck fat fries $9 were yummy, lobster corn dogs $14 had a weird sausage like consistency, good for only a few bites then became too rich. Overall nice atmosphere, nice bartender, average food and drinks.
(3)Mariah O.
Phenomenal! I went to Bourbon Steak on a Thursday night with 6 girlfriends. From the moment we walked in we were treated like royalty. You won't find another restaurant of this quality anywhere else in the area. From presentation to execution each dish was better than the next! We started with the Tuna Tartare, Octopus A La Plancha and the Hamachi & Tuna Poppers. Then we had the Heirloom Beets (a true stand out dish) and the Garden Kale, which was one of the best Kale salads I've ever had. Everything was so fresh and flavorful. Most of my party had the steaks since that is what the restaurant is known for. The seasoning and temperature of the meat was perfect. I've been to a lot of high-end steak houses and my Kansas City Strip stood out as one of the best I've had. One of the true standouts of the meal was the Jalapeno Creamed Corn! I'd also highly recommend the Black Truffle Mac & Cheese. For dessert we all sampled cookies from the Candy Cart which was the perfect end to an AMAZING meal. Now for the drinks - the cocktails were some of the best I've had in a long time. Their Sommelier was superb! He paired an amazing Prosecco with our first course and then a white with the salads and a truly amazing red with the steaks. But if you are a fan of Bourbon BE SURE to take part in the Bourbon cart! The entire experience was amazing and bourbon was unreal! Finally, our waiter, Tony, was fantastic and went above and beyond! I could not speak more highly about the dinning experience!
(5)Michael S.
DISAPPOINTING! After all the hype and the promotions this place puts up before the grand opening...we finally showup for the delicious mini burger pictures they had as an ad. Here was the waitress answer: "That was a promotion for a very short time...sorry" Well...SORRY YOU WONT HAVE MY BUSINESS! So we left.... Basic rule of marketing: You always backup what you advertise. Gluck closing down.
(1)Melineh H.
If you want to respond to this review verbally then you will have to speak very LOUD since i LOST my hearing thanks to your obnoxious and SUPER LOUD jazz band. Great place to come with people you dont like cause its so loud you cant really talk to them anyway! Unless they read lips. Then you are screwed.
(1)Sean L.
Not that awesome...I came here for the steak and I got one if the more expensive cuts- the Australian rib-eye for two. Was not thrilled at all...really lacked a lot of any flavor. Tartare was cool and I've had it before at MM's flagship in SF, but you know something's wrong when the most you appreciated was the complimentary fries and sauces...jalapeño creamed corn was just flat bad and the mac n cheese as well. Sorry but I dished out $130 for this meal when I feel like I could have easily chosen a buffet and been more thrilled with the options...
(2)Lucy M.
Last night my husband and I decided to try the Bourbon steak house We'll to tell you the truth I would not go back because of several reasons One being it was way overpriced and the food was very bland. We ordered filet and tuna tartar, it was missing seasoning. Had to ask the waiter for salt yes. We both ordered our steaks medium but My steak was cooked medium but my husbands steak was more on the well side. The complimentary fries were excellent
(3)Victor L.
This review is based on a Father's Day dinner for a group of 6. Entire bill after tip and tax came out to $600 on the dot. Was it worth it? H.E.C.K.N.O. Made a reservation and was confirmed for 7:30pm, the lady accidentally put us down for 8:30pm, good thing there were things to do around the area while we wait an hour. I have to say, the most delightful things were the dishes that were free. The 3 different flavored duck fat fries and truffle bread roll. I'll start with a 5 star rating scale for each dish that we ordered. Tuna tartar 3/5 - sesame oil was a bit too excessive and overpowering Flat octopus 4/5 - tasty and cooked correctly Hamachi and tuna poppers 4/5 - both fishes were fresh tasting and rice was cooked perfectly crispy Caesar salad 2/5 - the sardine made the dish way too salty Wagyu burger (med rare) 2/5 - nothing extraordinary, tasted like a regular beef patty with fancy buns Truffled mac and cheese 4/5 - tastes exactly like the name Lobster mashed potato 4/5 - rich yet delicious Asparagus 3/5 - a bit on the salty side, chinese sausage was good Crab oscar 3/5 - pricey, nothing more than some creamy crab pieces with asparagus Flat iron american wagyu 1/5 - waiter literally convinced me that this meat was super delicious, tasty and soft - uhh...took me like 50 chews to finally be able to swallow each cut I made, ordered med rare received rare, but still, this was nothing close to any wagyu I've eaten before, it was tough and extremely chewy, I got it with the crab oscar which was okay, $72 definitely wasted. Rib eye 3/5 - definitely a better cut than the supposed "wagyu", a much better tasting and softer cut than the flat iron the waiter suggested, still disappointing for the price, expected much more tenderness and flavor for a $52 steak...the dad even asked for steak sauce, which is a testament to how the flavor was lacking Caramel stick 3.5/5 - super soft and sticky I'm not going to lie, the service was spot on, everyone was polite and courteous, I'm just extremely disappointed in the main courses/steaks that took a big chunk of the bill. I expected much higher quality steaks for the price, the word "wagyu" gets tossed around so much now, you will never know if one restaurants "wagyu" will taste like the other. I won't be coming back.
(2)DJ D.
We were seated promptly on a Saturday night with 7:45 reservations. Everyone was so nice and friendly and accomodating - from the waiters to the sommelier. The food was so good, oh my god. The duck fries and the truffle rolls - so good. We kept asking for more rolls throughout the night. The moscato they had was also wonderful. The lobster pot-pie was an experience - my sister had it and she loved it. She asked for more rolls to eat it with too. The dry-aged rib eye was so ON POINT that I had to close my eyes. So good. It was really expensive, but worth the price.
(5)Skye B.
We went for our anniversary dinner and were taken care of by Scott and Katherine (she's the Maître D) - the service was outstanding from start to finish and the food was wonderful! Everything we tried was really great with the exception of one of the wines my husband had - he said it was bad and at $35/glass - maybe not a good idea. (wines can. be subjective though) The ambiance /decor was beautiful and reminded me of my home in SF which I believe is where Michael Mina is from too and I've been to his other restaurants there and all have been wonderful. The whole dining experience was fantastic and I will look forward to going back!
(5)Yoyo W.
Came here for a bday about 6 months ago and my mouth is still watering... The presentation is incredible here and definitely one of a kind. The drinks are reasonably priced and very unique so shout out to the bartenders!! We had the Australian wagyu, apparently this is one of the only 3 locations that serves it on the west coast and it absolutely lived up to the hype. First the chef will bring out the meat to you with the huge bone attached to ask if it's up to your liking before serving. When u bite in, just melts in your mouth. Absolutely incredible. The desert selection is a la cart so it's a fun way to end your fine dining experience with your choice of different sweets. Definitely recommend coming in a group to share and try everything!
(4)Jennifer G.
Expensive meal but good!!! It is a steakhouse so the steak is high quality and well prepared. However the true star dish is the tuna tartar. Words can't express how wonderful it is. Also they were wonderful with gluten free!
(4)Christine H.
I would have given 2 stars to this place if it wasn't for the duck fries. First off, the ambiance sucked. I was not impressed. The waiters were great, and our water glasses were never empty. I do think for a steak house it was a bit pricier than better places. For those prices I would rather go to Palm's. The steak was very good, but I won't remember it or crave it.
(3)Ashley W.
Bourbon Steak was amazing! I ordered the filet mignon with creamed spinach. The steak had flavor all the way through. Decent size portions. This meal was definitely worth the price!
(5)Edwin B.
First off, I'm not a foodie so be a little more lenient on my review. I read the reviews on yelp prior to taking my family to Bourbon Steak - felt overall that we would probably enjoy it but it would be expensive. Let me tell you that it was well worth it. My wife, son and I had a great time. Food was great - had the free stuff (fries and bread), tartare to start like most, wife had the lobster pot pie and my son and I had the bourbon steaks; we also had the jalapeno cream corn and lobster mashed potatoes as sides. Everything was delicious. The lobster pot pie had a great presentation before serving but for my taste was too rich; my wife loved it. Steaks could have been a little more rare for my taste but overall fine. Dessert (coconut something) was great and the coffee believe it or not was awesome; it even came in a french press. If I could give constructive feedback, I felt that our waitress was not as attentive as other higher-end restaurants that I've been to. I liked her personality and she recommended the dessert but she could have been better. I also felt that they could have done a better job cleaning up the table after each service. Again, comparing to other higher end places that clean up your table, this was lacking. Loved the ambiance. Music wasn't too loud in my opinion but we didn't sit right next to the piano; this could have been worse if we were closer. Loved the decor and the lower seat backs; made it more open to all, which I like. Overall, loved it and would compare it to other places we enjoy such as Crustacean and Ruth's Chris.
(5)JIm C.
This place could be so great .... We went to BS with some friends. They'd eaten there the week previously and had a good experience and wanted to share it with us. I was dubious, having had bad experiences at some of Mina's other restaurants, but we went. First off - PARKING is a nightmare. That's not BS's fault, but it is their problem. We valet'd our front. I got stuck in traffic and ended up wedging my car in where it didn't belong. When we left it took almost 1/2 hour to get our car. We decided if we go again (if) we will park in the garage because then at least we can use the 1/2 hour to stroll through the Americana. My broadest impression is that they are trying to be 'all that' and actually succeeding in some ways (the food is very good) but sorely missing the point in others. Cocktail service is painfully slow - and this is admittedly a pet peeve for me. In spite of sitting in the bar for 1/2 hour we ended up taking our table with just 3 of 4 drinks and had to ask for the fourth from our waiter. Our waiter was a nice young man who gave me the impression he has never waited tables before. He wasn't either overly attentive or remiss, but he also offered little or no help even though he knew it was my first time at the restaurant. Here's the thing... This place is still relatively new. I think it's showing that. I think that's why the reviews are so broadly spread. If you win the BS lottery you end up with a great server and have a great evening. If you don't then you'll end up sort of chasing the elusive good time and paying dearly for it. A restaurant like this shouldn't be that way. It should be perfect - or nearly perfect - every single time. After all... That's what you're paying for. Isn't it? (and as I said, the food is very good).
(3)Rachel F.
Gracious service, but still friendly -- the hostess even carried our drinks on a tray from the bar to the table, something I have only experience once or twice here in LA. We went on an a Blackboard Eats prix fixe deal, and the food just kept coming. It was delicious: "welcome" app -- three flavors of french fries (pastrami, Parmesan, pickle), amuse: butternut squash soup, coconut milk creme fraiche, crispy shallots, cinnamon crouton; app: tuna crudo with things I can't remember but it was yum; salad: the wedge, but more elegant than usual; entree: petit filet, black garlic puree, potato mash, caramelized Brussels sprouts; dessert: house made chocolate peanut butter candy bar, vanilla ice cream, toasted peanuts. It was a fun and festive environment, although the company may have had something to do with that!
(5)Tri D.
Enjoyed dinner at Bourbon on a Wednesday night. Made reservations for 730p, and they were prompt at seating us, probably because they weren't too busy on a week night. Overall, the space is well decorated: high ceilings, low back booths and comfortable tables. All adds a touch of class to the ambiance when paired with the dark floors and the professionally dressed wait staff. I concur with all other reviews, it is very loud in here, and this was on a day were the jazz band or piano player wasn't present. Our waitress was Lindsey, and she really knew the menu well. Able to describe the marinade and how each dish was prepared and cooked. Do have to admit that they do make you wait awhile in between returning to the table, but once the orders are in, everything is really smooth. Food was well executed. The complimentary fries come first, and then the buttered dinner roll comes when your entrees arrive. I ordered the garlic sirloin, medium rare, others at the table ordered the filet mignon and sea bass, all of us raved about the quality. I really enjoyed my meal. Lived up to expectations. Steak was wood fire according to how it is advertised, but aroma is not too smoky. Not as much char as I would have expected, but the meat was moist and juices were flowing as I cut into it. As sides, we got: Lobster whipped potato- very good, get this Black truffle mac and cheese- up to you, but really, I wouldn't recommend this Mirin glazed mushrooms and peas- very rich, but worth the calories and savored every bite *each is served in a small stainless steel pot, which is a nice touch and good for sharing Got dessert with the banana bread pudding, so so yummy. They used caramelized sugar to perfection, highly recommended. Overall, I would recommend it. Come without expectations other than you are paying steakhouse prices. It'll be a nice evening.
(4)Adam H.
This place was amazing. I'd never been here before, but heard great reviews so I took a couple of great friends to try it out. Great feeling as you enter and we'll spread out. Nice live music playing in the corner but not over powering at all. Staff we're amazing and attentive to detail. I thought it was a great touch to meet the General Manager too, Waldo. I must say, great, great, great!! The food was amazing too. Looking forward to taking the wife next time.. Will certainly go back!!!!
(5)prianka M.
500$ down the drain 1 star for great service 1 star for decor Rest bleh , appetizers were ok ,tuna tartar and duck rolls Steak , very mediocre Sides ,horrible , no seasoning , and the mac n cheese sauce was so weak , not even cheesy enough.
(2)R D.
I want the LOBSTER POT PIE AS MY LAST MEAL! ridiculously goood! Truffle rolls- insane! The tuna tartare was amazing too! I definitely have no complaints about the food. I decided to give 4stars ONLY because they had EXTREMELY slow service. The price is right for impressive, great quality food - just need to improve the speed of getting those delicious food to your high-paying customers
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