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Name: Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill
Address: 20504 N Rand Rd, Deer Park, IL, 60010
Telephone: (847) 719-1596
Price range: Under $11
Rating: 3.93

Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill

20504 N Rand Rd, Deer Park, IL, 60010

(847) 719-1596
Store is closed

Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill Menu

Starters

Crab Cakes

San Francisco Spinach Dip

Bleu Cheese Potato Chips

Crunchy Ahi Tuna Roll

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail

Whiskey Shrimp on Country Toast

Tempura Lobster Tail
Soups & Side Salads

French Onion Soup

New England Lobster Bisque

Stoney River House Salad

Baby Kale Salad

Blue Ridge Salad

Vine-Ripened Tomato and Mozzarella Salad

The Wedge

Classic Caesar Salad
Sides

Asparagus*

Au Gratin Potatoes

Broccoli

Burgundy Button Mushrooms*

Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes

Creamed Spinach*

Garlic Mashed Potatoes

Hash Browns for Two*

Haricot Verts*

Mac & Cheese*

Mashed Sweet Potato Casserole

One Pound Baked Potato

French Fries

Twice Baked Mashed Potatoes
Desserts

Creme Brûlèe

Chocolate Chip Blondie

White Chocolate Cheesecake

Key Lime Pie

Chocolate Fudge Cake
Coffee-Cured Filet Mignon

Coffee-Cured Filet Mignon
Filet Mignon

Cabin Filet

Lodge Filet

Stoney River Legendary Filet

Trio of Filet Medallions

Filet Medallions with Crab Cake
Steaks and Prime Rib

New York Strip Steak

Ribeye Steak

Bone-In "Cowboy Cut" Ribeye Steak

Prime Rib of Beef
Seafood

Tuna Nicoise Salad

Grilled Scottish Salmon

"Hong Kong Style" Sea Bass

Ahi Tuna Steak

Panéed Pecan Trout
House Specialties

Steak Burger

Prime Rib Sandwich

Famous French Dip

Lime Chicken

Barbecue Danish Baby Back Ribs

Healthy Meal suggestions for Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill

Starters

Crab Cakes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

San Francisco Spinach Dip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bleu Cheese Potato Chips [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Crunchy Ahi Tuna Roll [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Jumbo Shrimp Cocktail [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Whiskey Shrimp on Country Toast [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Tempura Lobster Tail [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Soups & Side Salads

French Onion Soup [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

New England Lobster Bisque [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Stoney River House Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Baby Kale Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Blue Ridge Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Vine-Ripened Tomato and Mozzarella Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

The Wedge [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Classic Caesar Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Sides

Asparagus* [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Au Gratin Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Broccoli [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Burgundy Button Mushrooms* [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Caramelized Onion Mashed Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Creamed Spinach* [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Garlic Mashed Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Hash Browns for Two* [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Haricot Verts* [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mac & Cheese* [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Mashed Sweet Potato Casserole [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

One Pound Baked Potato [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

French Fries [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Twice Baked Mashed Potatoes [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Desserts

Creme Brûlèe [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Chip Blondie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

White Chocolate Cheesecake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Key Lime Pie [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Chocolate Fudge Cake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Coffee-Cured Filet Mignon

Coffee-Cured Filet Mignon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Filet Mignon

Cabin Filet [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lodge Filet [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Stoney River Legendary Filet [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Trio of Filet Medallions [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Filet Medallions with Crab Cake [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Steaks and Prime Rib

New York Strip Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ribeye Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Bone-In "Cowboy Cut" Ribeye Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Prime Rib of Beef [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
Seafood

Tuna Nicoise Salad [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Grilled Scottish Salmon [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

"Hong Kong Style" Sea Bass [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Ahi Tuna Steak [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Panéed Pecan Trout [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]
House Specialties

Steak Burger [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Prime Rib Sandwich [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Famous French Dip [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Lime Chicken [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Barbecue Danish Baby Back Ribs [ Carbohydrates (ms): 0, Sodium (s): 0, Saturated Fat (ms) : 0, Calories: 0, Sugar (ms): 0 ]

Visit below restaurant in Deer Park for healthy meals suggestion.

Panera Bread ( 20530 Rand Rd. Suite 448 )

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Samantha M.

My boyfriend and I went here to have a intimate, delicious dinner. I had not been here in maybe 4 years, but my sister and her husband go here ritually. We started with the lobster tail appetizer which was great! And then, it went downhill. We order some blue margherita-- NOT worth your time. Pretty much just pineapple juice from a can, and maybe a hint of Triple Sec. I ordered a chicken salad-- without dressing( they have NO non-dairy options for dressing for those that are lactose intolerent). A salad from a place like here should be great, right? What I got worse than a McDonalds restaurant. Pretty much an iceberg lettuce bunch, with some carrots. I had to ask someone who was not our server to bring me balsamic and vinegarette(after our server insulted us!!) And then, my boyfriend, who is actually a chef, started to eat his Prime rib. He gave it a 2 on a 1-10 scale. It was shocking how much of a disappointment this restaurant was. We both gave it 2 stars for the Lobster tail.
(2)
Mike W.

Excellent decor, service, and food...and we don't even partake of their steak(s). Just went this afternoon, had the horseradish-crusted grouper. Wow. I'm out of my Stoney River burger rut, though I thoroughly enjoyed it. As has been said, save a few of their doughnut-esque rolls for dessert. Bet you can't.
(5)
Bert W.

Service: Amazing! Our server was so friendly, helpful and quick on the refills!!! I love great service! Food: I had the 12 oz Legendary Filet and it was perfect! Price: I spent HALF of what I spent at Morton's and it was quicker service, friendlier service, and much better food! I haven't had a great steak in a long time. For the price and quality I HIGHLY recommend this place.
(5)
Kate M.

I'm not sure what the other diners are talking about when they say the service is great. My friend and I occasionally stop at the bar for a drink and appetizer after shopping and the bar staff used to be great. We stopped in on Labor Day weekend, a time of day when it wasn't busy at all. I sat down at the bar while my friend went to the restroom and the bartender kept his back to me cutting garnishes and never once acknowledged me. All the while, he was chatting with another server who was looking right at me. Then, several minutes after my friend had returned from the restroom, the bartender "Rich" finally bothered to say hello, offer menus, and take an order. He had the worst demeanor, was lazy, inattentive, and completely bland. We didn't stay for food because the service created such a bad vibe we didn't want to stay.
(1)
Boones K.

I usually find myself at Stoney River in Deer Park because I like the Century movie theater near by and most of the other restaurants in the area are really not good. I have had dinner here a number of times and usually have a good experience. Of course coming here a number of times, you get to know some of the wait staff which increases your chance of having a better than average time at any restaurant. I usually stick with the Lodge filet medium-rare which is seasoned and cooked perfectly. The one thing that I do like is that they wait for you to check and make sure the steak is cooked to your liking. I've been to a number of restaurants and been left high and dry with an over cooked steak waiting for someone to comeback. The wine selection is good, but could be a little more diverse and updated more often. Of course the poppy seed rolls are great, and I'm not shy about asking for more to have with coffee after dinner. One item to avoid is the shrimp cocktail. The shrimp are overcooked and even after sending them back and complaining about it on two different occasions they don't seem to want to change how they prepare them. Who knows. I do think that their pricing is a little out of line for the service and location. If they are going to charge the same price as a well established downtown steakhouse, the food needs to be more consistent and service needs to be polished. Unfortunately they haven't grasped that if your not consistent you usually don't get a second chance. I've been to the Stoney River in Deerfield and I know I wouldn't go back there again. Overall, if I'm catching a movie nearby I'll probably be back again.
(3)
Mr. sushi G.

Phenomenal food. Try the coffee crusted filet..sounds strange, but it's fantastic! The "evil bread" or whatever they call it is also very good. Their seared tuna is very tasty.
(5)
Barbie S.

Unfortunately, there is not a lot to choose from for places to eat in the Deer Park Mall area... Hello? Any developers reading this out there??? Anyway.... I would say their food was alright - but for a chain I was not expecting their pricing to be in line with Gibsons, Mortons etc... their food was not that good. But BEYOND the food....hence the below average rating.... OMG this was some of the WORST service ever I have ever had!!! Especially considering the restaurant was practically empty - seriously 5 other tables were occupied - when we arrived! This was one of those unseasonably cold days in April, and the restaurant was....trying to save money and not turn the heat on??? I am not sure, it was so cold we could not take our coats off... who wants to eat with your coat on? Well, they have this huge fireplace with table around, so I asked our waitress if we could move by the fireplace... what an attitude problem we received, she made a spectacle of a simple request, we had NOT even ordered our drinks yet - literally I am not kidding, she rolled her eyes and huffed and puffed around. HAHAHA... after we moved, sure enough....NO KIDDING I SWEAR THIS IS THE TRUTH.... the other diners, 3 other people, PICKED up thier own plates and moved to table by the fireplace. They must have been cold too!!!! It was FREEZING...not just cold it was FREEZING!!! Even sitting by the fireplace, I was sniffling the whole meal because I was so cold. Ok back to the story... so the waitress comes back, and the other patrons were like, we moved our table because we were cold too, and she actually like GLARED at us as if we caused some anarchy in the restaurant (could have been cuz i started laughing a little when they said this).... but seriously, WTF?????? Needless to say, for lack of me rambling on, the service only went down hill from there. I would never go back.
(2)
Carl A.

I have been a fan for a long time. I think their steaks are exceptional. They rival Ruth Chris/Morton's but at much less money. I had one issue one time and they were amazing in fixing it. Relaxed service style but never waiting. Their rolls (mini doughnuts) are da bomb...One of my favorites places! Try the back bar in front of the Kitchen
(5)
Mic D.

We go here often. Food is almost always perfect and the one or two times out of a dozen it wasn't we were taken care of by a concerned staff. For that reason we've kept going back with no regrets. Everything I've tried off the menu has been quite good, service is usually between good and average. Recommended.
(4)
Mel V.

iNCREDiBLE!! This establishment is as good as it gets for service, food is right up there with it!!!! This is our favorite restaurant in the suburbs aNd we can't get enough of it! Let me start by saying that the service is top notch and the management team really cares about the restaurant and clients and it shows!!! They start you of with beignets, which are like poppy seed donut holes w/cinnamon butter..aMaZiN..than moving on to the menu, I would say if you don't like your meat charred you must ask them not to put a weight on it! Every thing from burgers, sandwiches, salads to steaks are superb!!(haven't tried the fish, but they do have all kinds) And if you order meat, they make you cut into it when it is served to see if it is cooked to your expectations. We have a server Jeff who is a truly top notch aNd a pleasure each and every time and welcomes you and makes you feel special & comfortable each time you visit!! All staff and management are very accommodating and can't wait to help or serve you! Of course there are those few, as always, that just should not be in the hospitality industry but we won't go into that..because I say FEW!! If you have not been here you must give it a try SOON! Atmosphere is comfy and classy with an open kitchen and a big center bar with restaurant surrounding it accompanied by a NiCE fireplace! Perfect for date nite or to celebrate a special day or just to have a fabulous meal!!
(5)
E S.

I ordered a coffee cured filet mignon and asked for some pink. It was served well done. On a good note, they offered to cook a new filet. The manager served the second filet and waited for us to verify that the steak was cooked correctly. The filet was really juicy and flavorful. We also liked the au gratin potatoes and green beans which came with the dish.
(4)
Steve S.

Bottom line, I have had much better steaks at much better prices like others have said over and over. $39.00 for a NY Strip that tasted just like the Outbacks NY Strip for $18.00. Dinner for 2 without alcohol or dessert was $99.00 not including tip. I would not return as I was not impressed with the quality of the food. The service was good though.
(3)
Ellie S.

5 stars for the suburbs! Customer Service...We came in on a 97 degree day and my son felt sick as we were walking in. The staff held our reservation and brought him an ice water until we knew if we were staying or going. With some air conditioning and water he perked up and we were seated. On to our wonderful Bulgarian waiter Geno. He was attentive, friendly and provided answers to our questions as well as maintained our orders to exact specifications. We skipped appetizer and salad...on to the rolls with cinnamon butter. MMM... Rolls were moist and hot, cinnamon butter was sweet. So good. Chocolate martini yummy. Beer, check. 14 oz. Ribeye with caramelized onion mash and asparagus delightful and my medium well ribeye was cooked to exact specification. My husband enjoyed the swordfish and especially liked the ginger soy sauce that came with it along with the garlic mashed potatoes which I couldn't help but eat too. Very yummy. The kids had real chicken tenders. Can you imagine? One of my sons liked it, the picky eater didn't like it because it didn't taste like McDonald's. I tried them and they were quite good with the mustard sauce and ketchup provided. Ohhhh, the french fries. I had intended to try just one of my son's fries but, they were the most perfectly cooked french fries since my last visit to MK. It was heaven and I could not stop eating them. My kids were getting mad at me so I finally managed to stop. Next time I go I will be ordering a serving just for myself. I wonder if you can get those to go? Hmmm...Desserts good but, not on the level of everything else. We ordered the almond laced top hat. It was very good. The waiter brought out a piece of the triple layer chocolate ganache cake for free for my son's birthday. Nice touch but, it was not on the level of the almond laced top hat. Unfortunately I like chocolate so I was hoping the cake would be just as good. The kids got vanilla ice cream with a chocolate/coffee sauce which they did not like (next time we will forgo the sauce) but, I have to say I really enjoyed it and it made up for the mediocre chocolate cake. By the way did I mention our entire bill for 4 was about $90 minus tip. For the quality of our meal we would have paid much more anywhere else. Overall, I think this place is probably the best restaurant I have been to in the northern suburbs with quality and service more comparable to downtown Chicago. I can't wait to go back!
(5)
K Y.

Every time I eat here I have impeccable service and delightful meals. The food is consistently well seasoned and prepared. The staff is very attentive and courteous. It is the best steak place in the NW suburbs!
(5)
Joe H.

I would eat anything on the menu. The coffee-cured steak was great! My favorite appetizer was the shrimp. The restaurant is elegant yet easy going. I would definitely go back. Highly recommend.
(5)
Sue E.

I have dined at Stoney River dozens of times. We love the food. But we don't really come for the food. The atmosphere here is our drawing card. We can walk in tired, drained, angry, upset, whatever. And after my first Cosmo (my favorite of all time - they use sour in their receipe...just perfect), life becomes good. Colorado laid back... It doesn't feel like Chicago, makes us feel like we skipped out of town. I am confused by other reviews in discussing the servers. ALWAYS highly professional and friendly. They will bend over backwards to make your meal a great experience. The steaks are great, but too highly seasoned for me, I ask for them lightly seasoned and that makes a big difference to me. Don't miss the "puppies", the most amazing small round rolls served with honey butter. If you haven't been here in the past 6 months, they have changed their menu. And have added a couple lower priced items that have us coming by more often. A fantastic steak and mushroom sandwich with a side... half the price of steak and just as flavorful.
(5)
John B.

Wow, I have to agree with Dave C. from Wauconda. Not sure what several other patrons are writing, but EVERY time I've been here (5-6 or more) everything has been phenomenal. My family and I just got back home after a Father's Day meal and it was awesome! I kind of put SR on another scale than most other restaurants because they are...therefore, if I had to find SOMETHING to pick at, it would be that my strip steak was ordered medium but was delivered rare. This is not necessarily a big deal to me as I like them both ways. It's just that I ordered it medium. With respect to to this, I told the server, who apologized and suggested they throw it back on the grill a smidge longer. I told him it was not necessary. Moments later the Executive Chef or Manager came over and also apologized and mentioned he can put it back on the grill a little longer. Again I declined but thanked him for the suggestion. To me this is the sign of a wonderful place. This is the only restaurant that I have ever been to that asks you to cut into your steak to make sure it is cooked to your liking--this to me is top-notch. Anyway, my wife and daughter ordered the Legendary Filet medium which was spot on! The seasoning was absolutely perfect on the steaks, garlic smashed potatoes and green beans. Nothing needed to be added. We always have leftovers. The server was very knowledgeable and easily answered questions I posed to him regarding marinades. Yeah, a little pricey, but well worth it! Happy Eating! --Chef John
(5)
Olga M.

The place has the best lobster bisque in the area. Steaks are good and rack of lamb is very decent. The complementary bread they put on the table is addicting. Overall good quality steak house in Deer Park.
(4)
Sean M.

Great atmosphere, service is top notch. Only complaint is that their rolls are so good, I have a hard time saving room for their awesome steaks. If you're into appetizers, try the spinach & artichoke dip. If you're alone or have a very small group - try sitting in the back bar with a full view of the kitchen
(4)
Dave C.

Wow - reading the negative reviews makes me wonder if those people actually went to the same place that I know and love! This place is packed most of the time because it's GOOD, not because they ADVERTISE that it's good. Considering the neighborhood (Deer Park, Kildeer, Long Grove, Barrington), a bad or marginal restaurant wouldn't have much of a chance, yet this place thrives. Every steak I've ever had here was outstanding. The sides, while traditional, are just about as good. The "rolls" that everyone mentions are more of a hush-puppy, and they're really good, if unbelievably fattenting and honey-butter laden. Try the Lobster Bisque - some of the best I've had. Try the Lodge Filet - delicious. Try the death-by-chocolate cake, complete with chilled shot glasses of milk to wash it down - good, and fun! The wine list is nothing to write home about, but there are some decent choices. The wait time on weekends can be quite long IF you don't know about their "preferred seating" program. All you have to do is call ahead (a day or a week - doesn't matter) and you'll get a reservation time. They guarantee to seat you within 20 minutes, but it's ususally less. A perfect amount of time, in fact, to get a drink from the bar. (coincidence? I think not....) Bottom Line: I (and my family) would rather go here than any of the the better-known outfits' suburban locations. The food is better, and the prices lower, so what's not to like?
(5)
Michelle S.

If I could give 0 stars I would. I guess one star for the drinks. Maybe it has been better since I was there, I went my first and only time 2 years ago and I have never had such terrible food or service and I have never gone back. My husband took me there because he used to love the restaurant and so I was really excited. We got the whiskey shrimp on country toast for an appetizer, it actually had an unpleasant smell and even with the smell we gave it a try and it was rubbery. We were like ok, every place has a bad day. Next we ordered the surf and turf, 1/2 my filet was fat and the 8oz lobster tail was maybe 3oz. After we complained to the manager he said he will correct the bill as we didn't eat anything, we had everything taken back. He came back and only took 10% off the bill!!! We told him we will pay for the drinks but not the food as we did not eat anything and he said ok let me go figure this out and came back giving us 1 meal off! We informed him that we will not be paying for either meals and he began to argue with us, we informed him that we are leaving because at this point his incompetence was insulting and he went ahead and threatened us that he would call the police and will write down our license plate number! My husband handed him his business card and said here is my contact information, have your regional manager call me tomorrow. Needles to say we left the restaurant hungry and frustrated and ended up having to go to another restaurant for a good meal!
(1)
Greg N.

Great coffee cured filet. Service was friendly.
(4)
Ron S.

Very nice establishment with a very nice menu but personally think the food is average. It wasn't that it was bad by any means just wasn't what it could of or should of been for the price.
(3)
Little Miss L.

we went here because we had a gift card. i should add that about 4-5 years ago, this place was dynamite. now, i dunno...something changed. the only reason to go here in my opinion are the fried donut-like breads and the honey butter. i could eat them til i throw up. i had a sirloin and the hubs had fish. the server asked me to cut into my steak when they put it down in front of me, (normally this would annoy me, but i'm glad i did) my steak that was supposed to be med-rare was almost well. there is no reason why it should be that overcooked. so i sent it back. my husband felt bad but i just told him to eat. about 15 minutes later, my steak came back out. this time it was medium, and i said screw it. we finished our dinner and left. i was so bummed, cause i hate to waste a meal. it woulda been one star if it weren't for the bread...
(2)
Diane L.

I went here on a Sunday afternoon with my Husband and our waitress was not friendly at all and on that particular day the food wasn't the greatest either. We decided to return again w/friends we had the sweetest waiter and the food (lobster) was excellent. I will have to try the one in Atlanta. :o)
(5)
Joseph G.

I havent been to this place in years but still remember how good it was. I dont eat much red meat anymore but they have some amazing steaks. The atmosphere is great, has a rustic feel to it. Everyone that I know who has been there has also enjoyed it. Not sure what to say about the other reviews for Stony River but I would recommend that you try it yourself. This place really left an impression on me.
(5)
Erika B.

The rolls are incredible, as someone else pointed out. But I have had better steaks at much cheaper prices. Oh well. Our server was knowledgeable, but she wasn't very nice. My party of four almost felt like the staff looked down on us - and with our 200+ bill, I don't think that was really fair! Maybe it was the bad first impression that started off the night badly: while waiting for our table we sat at the bar. A friend asked the bartender about a certain drink, and he rudely said that he didn't make those. He pretty much ignored us the rest of the time. The whole night felt really strange! But, those rolls were REALLY effin' great.
(2)
Joseph P.

We went on Sweetest Day, a Saturday, and I called for a reservation, which was accepted for 8:30. When we arrived, it was clear that they were puzzled why we were allowed to reserve a table, and there was a lobby full of people waiting. They did their best and we were seated in about 30 minutes. Unfortunately, this is really just an "Outback for the Well Heeled" - the steak and Prime Rib were pretty much fine - and at the price of a Morton's or Ruth's Chris (the $30+ range) but not really up to the level of those places. However, the sides are tremendously over-priced. The only soup is $9.50, a side ceasar salad is $7.50. The salad was a limp imitation of the real thing - truly lame! The service was ok, as good as a TGI Friday's, but there really is a creepy manager lurking about - I think he is the "partner owner" I suspect he was the one that took our non-reservation. I will never waste my money at this formula place again.
(2)
Jennifer k.

This is by far one of the worst chain steakhouses that I have ever had the misfortune of dining at. Seriously...don't be misled by their website. We had anticipated that it was an upscale steakhouse based on the food reviews posted on their website. We also anitcipated that it would be steak at it's finest and quite expenisve judging by the fact that their prices were not posted along their online menu. Let me start by describing the interior and table settings of the restaurant. You will find the predictable woods, brass, and stained glass dividers...I believe that those can also be found at Ruby Tuesday, Bennigans....nothing impressive. The chairs ugly old fashioned wood ones. The table cloth white, napkins black, and plates white with black check borders.. Again, not impressed. The waitstaff wear white with black apron chef skirts. Their service...robotic...having the specials described from memory complete with prices was a bit tacky. Worse...the seriously creepy manager who appeared out of nowhere to ask how our food was. He reminded me of that scary postman from those erectile dysfunction commercials that still has a creepy smile after being bit by a dog. The service is extremely slow, and not all of the food was brought to our table at the same time. The wait time was about 45 minutes....horrible considering that their was only 1 other table occupied in the whole restaurant. Food...here's where it really got bad. There were 7 of us dining. 2 of us chose the blackened Scallops with Cappelini, 2 chose the sirloin, 2 salmon, and lastly the filet mignon. The Scallops were blackened alright. They were also overseasoned, overcooked, and rubbery. The pasta was not spectacular.....it was tossed with olive oil, pepper, red oninons, mushrooms, and limp asparagus. The Salmon was supposed to be served japanese style...or at least their interpretation of it. Broiled, served alongside spinach, ginger petals, and a formed rice bowl with two slivers of red peppers for decoration. It was again overcooked...and a bit dry. The sirloin was much like shoe leather. One was ordered rare, the other medium...either way, both cuts of meat were full of gristle and did not cut easily with a steak knife. The menu described it to be 8-10ounces...truthfully it was about 5 ounces. The accompaniment??? Sweet mashed potatoes that were obviously from a dry mix. The Filet Mignon was miniscule. Seriously. It was consumed in 4 bites. It came with about 6 limp pieces of asparagus. The waitress had informed us during the ordering process that they were famous for their steaks. We could order any of them with a blue cheese or horseradish herb crust....and for an additional $14.95 we could add lump crabmeat. Haha! No way. That's like putting lipstick on a pig...bad steak is bad steak no matter what you top it with. Honestly, I would compare our steak to that of the old Ponderosa. anyone who has ever eaten at Gibsons, Morton's, The Erie Cafe or Ruth's Crisp knows their steak...and Stony River pales in comparison. Sadly, I even have to say that Outback Steakhouse deserves steak in their name more than this restaurant. In terms of wine lists...they do have an extensive collection of unremarkable wines, but I must warn you that the markup for their subpar wines is insane. The only saving grace about this restaurant that has earned them their lone one star is their poppyseed bread. It was the only thing that I found actually decent and tasty in the whole restaurant. They truly attempt to make it a fine dining restaurant but regretably they miss...big time. I would not eat there again even if it were free.
(1)
James M.

First, I have been a great fan of Stoney River. However, I now have to say it has really gone down hill. For the last three consecutive visits to the Stoney River in Deer Park, the food and service has been below that of a low class diner. That may sound harsh, but it's true. First, the food. I know steak and am willing to pay extra for good quality. Stoney River, although never the best, always had good quality meat. Yet, it seems they have cut back on costs and are now purchasing lower grades. The meat is not tender and is often full of fat. In addition, it is no longer seasoned. I actually needed to use steak sauce and to me, that is a major no when it comes to steak. The service has also gone down hill. It is not bad, just not as good as it used to be. Perhaps they have cut back on staff and they are all too busy, but I am used to someone at least coming by and checking how things are and seeing if I need a new drink. The last two times, I had to ask another server to find mine. This last time was really bad as the waitress agrued with me about my steak. I ordered the Cowboy Cut Rib-eye and it was fat in and out - and very tough and chewy. I told her this and she said Rib-eye is supposed to be like that. True, Rib-eye generally has more fat, but it is not thick fat and it is not all over. I showed her my plate where I trimmed the fat, and there was more fat than meat. She said, Stoney River buys only the best and dismissed my comments. Later she came back and said that if I am that dissatisified she would give me a free dessert. Sorry, I come for steak, not dessert. So, in my opinion, 3 strikes, you're out. Too bad too, it used to be one of my favorite places.
(2)
Teresa P.

We've lived a mile away from this place for 5 years and finally decided to try it. We should have waited another 5. I ordered my steak medium - it was brown throughout (coffee cured filet mignon). I would have sent it back, but I didn't want to eat after my husband - his pork chop was OK. The Au Gratin potatoes should have been called Au Greasy potatoes - that's all it was, potatoes and grease. The green beans were over seasoned - I always eat all of my vegetables and I couldn't bear to eat more than a few green beans - fresh vegetables don't need so much seasoning that the flavor of the vegetable is drowned. The house salad WAS good - the honey mustard dressing was yummy. The ambiance was OK. Our first and LAST visit.
(1)
betty b.

We went back for the the world's best Cosmopolitans, the addictive breadbasket, some delicious Coffee-cured Filet, and the fantastic (& secret!) Tempura-fried Shrimp. However, we will return again and again and again for the stellar service! This place seems to get better with every visit... fantastic!!
(5)
Steven P.

Wow! Was here 3 years ago and everything was picture perfect. The drinks, the steak, the atmosphere , and especially my sweet little lover.
(5)
Adam C.

We stumbled upon this place by accident while on a trip to drop our daughter off at a summer camp nearby. We had never been to the area and decided to stop in to see what it was like. I am so glad we did because everything was excellent. I've probably eaten a steak or three at all the well-known steakhouse chains (Gibson's, Morton's, Ruth's Chris, Gene and Georgetti's, etc.) and was not expecting to have a better steak than those at a place way out in the burbs I'd never heard of, but yes, I an tell you that the 10oz coffee marinated filet mignon I had at Stoney River was by far, one of the very best steaks I've ever eaten. The flavor and the texture were the epitome of steak perfection. We ordered a bottle of Lazy River Pinot Noir from Oregon and it was the perfect wine for our steaks and sides. Very delicious and fruity, yet smooth. For dessert, we split a chocolate blonde brownie cake with a scoop of ice cream and hot fudge sauce. The brownie was partially baked so the middle was still gooey and soft. The combo of the ice cream and fudge sauce with this hot brownie was beyond indulgent. Every person who waited on us was very friendly, pleasant and personable. It was clear that they all wanted us to have a perfect dinner at their restaurant. And we certainly did. I cannot recommend this place more highly if you are ever in the area. We will definitely come back and do it again.
(5)
Vivian J.

So very disappointed! This was previously our favorite place for anything from a burger to surf and turf. We ate there several times a week. But in the last few months, they have changed Management, menu and quality. Feeling anyone can have a bad day after our first surprisingly disappointing meal, we returned to another (tough filets, would you believe). Bringing this up to our server, and asking where our charming manager, Jeff, was; we were informed that the new management did not include him. Big mistake. He added so much to the experience. So we have moved on and only hope the owners come to their senses , beg Jeff to return and change back. Until then, don't waste your money.
(1)
Anna V.

I am your typical 20something d-bag who thinks they are too good for suburban restaurants now that they left home and live in the city. This is one of the best steaks in the state, I think, and that includes being ranked against Capital Grille. The inside is steakhouse-y. They don't do reservations, but they'll do priority seating, which is supposed to cut the wait down - I'm not sure if it does. I have been here for a number of special occasions with my family and we have almost always loved it. The buns you get, the puppies, are the single best bready starter I have ever eaten and I am someone who eats a lot of carbs. They are little fried poppyseed sweet bread balls that come with a maple syrup butter. I would eat these for breakfast lunch and dinner if I could keep them in my fridge longer than a day. Steaks are wonderful, tender, full of flavor, and super high quality. Never gotten a piece with fat on it. I have always gotten filet here of varying sizes and cook it to medium, because they tend to go under (they can always bring it up) and it ends up somewhere perfect right between medium and medium-rare. Both the sweet potato mashed and the garlic mashed are equally wonderful and perfect with their steak. But their service. The one time they ever screwed up anything they were so lovely and accommodating. Managers regularly come to check on people but nobody here is hover-y. Best of the suburbs and one of the best steaks around.
(5)
Emily G.

The place used to be lovely and the food was very good quality. For the last four years place go downhill. (Service, manangement, quality of meat, preparation of food)
(3)
Jean D.

Great atmosphere. I never once had anyrhing on the menu here that I didn't like. The bread balls are super yummy and I just HAVE to recommend the coffee cured steak.
(5)
Marisa V.

Had my birthday dinner here last night. We were seated right away, had rsvp thru open table, with party of 8. Hostesses were very pleasant. Sat in round table, absolutely gorgeous setting. Ramon was our server, he was wonderful, very attentive and never let my water glass empty. The food, had the coffee cured filet, 7 oz..wow, so tender, melts in your mouth. And how I forget to comment on the yummy appetizer rolls...they just melt in our mouth with the butter. Yummy..I was happy and so was my party. Totally worth driving 1 1/2 hrs to. Will definitely come back and ask for Ramon. :)
(5)
Najaf A.

The steaks are tender and super high quality! The waiters are knowledgeable and friendly. The wine selection is outstanding! I dine there regularly and always have enjoyed it. The management clearly tries hard to please. I can't get enough of their steaks but someday I might try the fish. Also recommend their lobster bisque soup!!
(5)
Joanna L.

Best coffee cured filet! I absolutely love it. We are frequent diners at other local steak houses, but this one is our favorite. The meat is seasoned just right without having to be drowned in butter. Vegetables are always fresh. The side salad is average. We have had great service always, but Kate is our favorite. She is prompt and polite, really on top of everything. She also recommended the creme brulee which is phenomenal! You start the meal with fresh, hot, hush puppies so it's like having two desserts. Finally, the restrooms are always clean, which is a huge deal for me. I would strongly recommend signing up for promotions as their coupons are great!
(5)
Mauricio L.

Came here for dinner during my week long training in lovely Buffalo Grove. Comfortable atmosphere and very good service. I ordered the coffee cured fillet Mignon. I was curious since I have never tried a steak cured in coffee before. I have to say that it was actually really good. The Au Gratin potatoes that it came with were delicious. I will definitely come back again next time I'm in the Buffalo's Grove.
(4)
Dave Y.

Showed up at 6:30 on a Friday night and we had a choice of either waiting 30min or sitting at the kitchen bar. Since we had the kids, we chose the kitchen bar and it turned out to be pretty cool.
(4)
William S.

Excellent steak at a very fair price. Beef was cooked perfectly and the service was very good. This place even properly pours a Guiness....which is rare in the States.
(4)
Jeff S.

Went here a few years ago and was not all that impressed. Took another chance recently to use a gift certificate and had a perfectly cooked pork chop dinner (carmalized just the correct amount) with excellent veggie sides. Service was really good and the doughy, cheesy bread balls are a meal in themselves. Fiancee had the coffee infused fillet and really liked it, and was cooked exactly to order.
(4)
Jennifer J.

Always one of my favorite restaurants to go to in the neighborhood. The service is always great and the food always meets my expectations. Start with Stoney Balls and a Yummy Glass of Wine on to the most delicious House Salad and wrap it up with a Twin Lobster Tail dinner: one tempura fried, one grilled no room for dessert...
(5)
Sean H.

Great place to eat. The appetizer bread balls are amazing, we got some to take home with us. I am a big steak fan and can't even eat steak from most chain places because they are improperly cooked. Stoney Creek hits the spot. High quality meat perfectly cooked! Staff has always been great to us also. They always feel like normal people taking your order not some pushy waiter trying to get you out of there. Normally I list negatives of places here, but I have yet to come up with any for Stoney Creek.
(5)
Anne Marie J.

Cozy atmosphere that always offers decent steaks for a good price. I definitely think if you're into steaks but don't want to give your bank to the restaurant, this is a good place to go. The service is always friendly and attentive - smiles all around with warm bread always on the table. The steaks: Only once out of the 10-12 times I've been here have I had a bad experience. And that one experience was HORRIBLE - everyone in our group of 10 had a bad steak: way overcooked or underseasoned...GROSS. But for this last visit, it was all great...even though my trout was slightly smelly near the tail end, the rest of it was fresh (yeah, I know...weird). I would def come back :) Next time, I'll stick with the steaks.
(4)
Tita P.

I found Stoney River to be cozy, welcoming and very good. I was there with a large group for a birthday gathering and the staff was great! I realize that it is their job to memorize all of the many specials but our server was engaged, energized and seemed like she really enjoyed her job. The food was really really good. I didn't order steak (I know I know, next time) but I did order the Salmon and all I can say and I have said it before...yummy! Driving a million miles for a great ladies birthday was definitely worth it...Stoney River was literally the icing on the cake.
(4)
Adam Y.

Excellent steakhouse overall! A cozy place that I have been going to for several years. Never a disappointment and a unique restaurant overall. I consider their steaks to he at their highest quality with excellent side dishes. Sure Gibson's and Morton's are excellent as well, but I believe this steakhouse is in the same ranking. The service is excellent and quick to respond. Highly recommended for a great evening night out!
(5)
Ms C.

Decided to indulge tonight. Had delicious but $$$$ meal. Went home with lunch for tomorrow, which helps with the thought of the $ spent! They do a nice job there, but we didn't order any over-priced alcohol.
(4)
John S.

Stopped in for a meal the other night... Started with a Signature Martini. Has a rosemary sprig but it's just for looks and fragrance, the star were the blue cheese & jalapeÃ±o stuffed olives. These make the drink!! Ask for a couple... The shrimp cocktail was really good. Plenty of horseradish in the cocktail sauce and the shrimp were not overcooked. Might think of adding a bit of tabasco as the sauce could use some tang... The deviled eggs are pretty good. The sugar comes through on the bacon and sort of overpowers the rest. Needs a little savory in the egg, salt helps but a bit of mustard would be even better... The combination is right but needs a bit more balance... French onion soup, another item on the sweet side missing the savory part. The onions were super cooked meaning no texture. The cheese & crouton were great and browned perfectly. I started eating those bread balls... They are like sweet bread doughnuts that you dip in the honey butter!!! Seriously more sweetness?! But I could not stop eating them!!! At this point I was starting to get full... but continued on... Had the Ribeye w AuGratin. Finally the savory!! The steak has good flavor, not as tender as I would have thought but this isn't a dry aged item. I still liked it. We also had the French Dip... Umm one of the Best!! Now it is made with the prime rib and they mix some onions and horseradish in there which is not a normal French Dip, but it's really good! It is something to go back for IMO. I love the fries here. Thin, crispy, fresh cut...nice. It wasn't busy on a Monday eve and the service was good. I'm not big on salty dishes but a few things could have used a bit for balance. I did not salt the steak because it was perfect to me. We had a couple cocktails 3 apps & 2 entrees. I think the cost was fair. These are Choice steaks not Prime so texture will be different than the upper end steakhouses. But it's a good place that is pricey for some things but doesn't gouge the wallet.
(3)
Brandi J.

There is nothing legendary about the steaks. We started with high hopes with ordering the blue cheese potatoe chips which where amazing and the wonderful brandy old fashion drinks. After the starter it went down hill the steaks are a lower quality with no flavor but char. I couldn't even finish due to the amount of time to even chew a small pcs. In this setting and the amount of money ($38) I was excepting at least a good quality steak which it wasn't. We ending by ordering the key lime pie that was excellent but creme brulee was awful and tasted like burnt sugar. I still am having a hard time understanding how this has been rated as a top place to go. We will never be back. The amount of money spent we could have went down town to a real steakhouse.
(2)
Mark D.

Came here with my wife for our wedding anniversary dinner. Was greeted warmly by the hostess. We were shown to our table immediately. Our server was pleasant and friendly and made many good recommendations. The bread balls were outstanding! I had the prime rib with garlic mashed potatoes which were very good, but they were served at a cool temperature. This is why they didn't get a 5th star. My wife had their signature filet mignon topped with crab meat and asparagus with a bearnaise sauce on the side which she enjoyed. Portions were good sized that we both ended up bringing some home. Thought it was a bit overpriced but I guess that has to do with its location. Would come back to but only for a celebratory occasion.
(4)
Luna M.

One evening my husband & I decided to have a good steak. After reading a few Yelp reviews in the area, we decided to try Stoney River. I was a bit hesitant because a few years ago, we ate there & were not happy. Unfortunately, I can't remember what disappointed us about the restaurant. So I was willing to give them another chance. From the beginning, the host/greeters were very welcoming & friendly. The young lady who took us to our booth complimented me on my unique name & curly hair (I'm glad she noticed I was having a good hair day). Our female server was professional, friendly & informative. Even if I had a silly question, she was not condescending. Yelp reviews recommended the Crunchy Ahi Tuna roll, so we had to try it. OMG -- that was sooooo good. My only complaint was I wanted more on the plate. We were very pleased with our entrÃ©es. The steaks were done perfectly and the side dishes were delicious. Just when you thought they could not top the experience anymore, we ordered desserts. I could not decide between the Creme BrÃ»lÃ©e or the White Chocolate Cheesecake. But I noticed the "Chocolate Fudge Blondie," so I decided to try it out. WOW!!!! Every bite was orgasmic. I've never tasted anything like that. Even when I offered my husband a bite, I was hoping he would take a sliver. Obviously, we could not wait to come back to Stoney River. So for my husband's Birthday, we went back one month later. But this time, we invited Steve's youngest son. He got to experience all the delicious meals at Stoney River. This time, our next great server was Chris N -- he had a great sense of humor. Of the 10 locations nationwide, Deer Park is the only location in Illinois. I'm glad, because we would like to make this our 'new' favorite spot.
(5)
Steve M.

These Steaks Are Legendary My wife and I are carnivorous and when it comes to steak, we love a great piece of meat. We had been here only once before a few years ago when we lived in Schaumburg. We weren't to impressed at that time so we hadn't returned until last weekend. It was so long ago that I can't even remember why or what we didn't like about it. There are so many choices in the area to grab a great steak so we decided to try Stoney River out again. They are closer to home and it was worth trying them out again. From the moment that we walked in, we were greeted by the friendly smiling receptionists. The young lady that walked us to our booth kept a conversation with my wife complimenting her on her hair (rolled my eyes). She then complimented my hair and all was good (unrolled eyes). Our server started us off with our drinks which were very good. We then went with an order of an ahi tuna roll for an appetizer. It was fantastic which I never expected from a steak house. For the main meal I ordered a 12oz filet with a horseradish crust and a side of au-graten potatoes. My wife ordered a smaller filet and garlic mashed potatoes. We didn't wait that long before our food was on our table. Everything was perfect The Food - 5 stars The ahi tuna roll was exceptional and I would order it again with hesitation. The steak was perfectly done (Medium rare). The horseradish crust was below what I was expecting and wouldn't order it again. I am not taking anything off for the crust because the steak is what I wanted and it was perfect. The au-graten potatoes were very good as well. The Service - 5 stars Our server was super attentive and always checked on us routinely asking if everything is okay. The manager checked in on us a couple of times as well. Like I said, from the moment we walked in it was all good. For a very good steak and friendly great service then this is the place you are looking for. We can't wait to come back.
(5)
Peter N.

I wish I could rate this 2.5 stars. My husband and I went on a Thursday evening and there was no wait. The bar seemed decently populated, so that was promising. Neither of us ordered a cocktail, mainly because neither of us felt like drinking. I also wasn't wanting to pay $12 for a cocktail. The menu looked promising - steaks, salad, seafood. Not a bad start. Our server was very attentive and friendly, as was everyone working there. We ordered the steak rolls as an appetizer - think of a Philly cheesesteak turned into an egg roll. It was pretty good and decently portioned. The rolls are really good and were by far the best part of our meal. Too bad the free part of the meal was the best. I ordered a ribeye and my husband ordered sea bass. I'll be honest: I've had better steak at Outback. It was far from tender, and the only redeeming quality of the steak was that it was cooked medium rare like I ordered. I'll always order medium rare because most places will give me medium when I ask for medium rare. And I won't eat anything beyond medium, so it's usually a safe bet. But there was little flavor, and the herb butter placed on top of it added minimal flavor. The steak was also a bit on the cool side, even on the exterior. Not inedible by any means, but if I'm paying almost $30 for a cut of steak, I would expect better meat. The sea bass was mediocre. Tasted like it was previously frozen and it was overcooked. I passed on a potato and instead got broccoli as a side dish. I don't know how, but even the broccoli lacked discernible flavor. Texture was good though. The manager brought us out the hash brown for two as a sampler since corporate was apparently trying to push it out in an attempt to get more people to order it. That was good, but nothing I would ever order regularly. It was a bit on the greasy side and again, had no flavor. The crunch on it was amazing, though. The best part of this place is the service (we had three different people asking us if our food was cooked as we liked it). Our bill for a steak, sea bass, steak rolls, and a hot tea was $85. After tip, this was a $100 lesson to let us know that we won't be coming back unless we're in the mood for decent appetizers and good service. Maybe I'm biased, we usually go to Morton's in Schaumburg for steak, but Stoney River isn't somewhere I'll go again when I'm craving a steak. Again, I'd give this place 2.5 stars: 1.5 stars for the food (I'd give it a 1, but the rolls really are pretty good), and 1 additional star for the service.
(2)
Christopher B.

More pricey than most places we go and review, and still an even better value. Great service. Nice welcome on arrival and comfy leather sofa for our short wait. Excellent table service, drinks and entrees were perfect. Ahi tuna, salmon Szechuan style, French dip and NY strip steak were ordered, plus a wedge salad w blue cheese ++. Everyone was pleased with their entree. Adults and teens. We were happy that we did not order appetizers because the entrees were so satisfying. We hoped to try dessert but would have been too much as well. Great ambience. Very pleasurable.
(5)
Hannah H.

Try to get a seat next to the fireplace! I love their basket of Stone Puppies and honey butter they give you when you get seated with your glass of good ol' suburban tap water. I get the Homemade Caesar Salad, which is a huge wedge of lettuce, bleu cheese dressing, and bacon pieces. Love it - crunchy, fresh, tangy dressing, and lovely amount of bacon. I always get their 16 oz. NY Sirloin, and yes, when it comes, it is a little shrunk from being on the grill, but the meat is flavorful, juicy, and lovely in your mouth. No complaints. If you go here for anniversaries or birthdays, they give you a chocolate cake on the house. Great service, great ambience, and just a good place for steaks. Yum! +request the fireplace seating +Homemade Caesar Salad (wedge salad) +NY Sirloin
(4)
T B.

Had Prime Rib Monday night it came to the table practically raw it had to go back to the kitchen to be finished. Mean while my party started eating without me. Our waiter was very good and did everything to make our dinner experience as good as it could be. Yes a bit pricy with a nice atmosphere and a good beer selection. It will be some time before I return to Stoney for Prime Rib.
(2)
Carla L.

I've always known of this place but never been here. We frequent just about all the restaurants in the area. Needless to say our first experience was a great one. They have a good wine list. Our waiter, Ramon, was very knowledgeable and most efficient. I have to compliment the hostess station who seated us promptly. Everybody who works here has a smile. We will be back!
(5)
Cecilia A.

Coffee cured filet was amazing I had it with au gratin potatoes. The best au gratin potatoes I have ever had!!! Creme brÃ»lÃ©e was so good!
(5)
Sean P.

Always a great time with great service. The food is always perfect and I have never had a bad experience in the last 10 years.
(5)
Anna B.

This place is so nice inside and has very good food. Although this prices are very expensive you get a very goo portion and good quality food. I love coming here. Its one of my fav fancy place to eat.
(4)
Mel L.

Went there with my bf about a month ago, neither of us were sure what to expect. Drinks- Bf's and mine were insanely good. We both have different cocktails. Food- I think I got the ahi tuna (wasn't bad, but wasn't really impressed, pricey for being ok) Service- Waitress was nice and very bubbly. Would go back again but wouldn't get the tuna next time.
(3)
Kristina C.

Love, love, love this place. We had my wedding rehearsal here. My husband and I have celebrated my birthday and our wedding anniversary here for the past five years. Their stone puppies are reason alone to visit. Then add perfectly cooked steaks and side dishes and you have yourself multiple reasons to return again and again. Years ago, I found my favorite dessert wine at Stoney River, a sweet German Riesling. With that being said, I have yet to order a wine here since that I've truly enjoyed. Even with the servers suggestions, I would rather opt for one of their delicious Bloody Mary's. There's also a level of over-professionalism here that I never thought I'd see. The management and even some of the staff take stiff to a whole other level, you can feel it in they atmosphere. Having been a patron of both this location and the closed one in Deerfield, for more than 10 years, I can only assume that's a company trait because it's always been this way.
(4)
Kevin D.

Just went there for the first time, and there is a reason "legendary" makes it way into the restaurant's title. The ribeye was so so so good. Lean, juicy, just awesome. The caramels zed onion mash potatoes and twice baked mashed potato casserole were top notch sides, and I'd give the edge to the later. Two ribeyes and a round of nice cocktails was $80, which was a solid deal knowing you're not going here to budget buy. The service was awesome too!
(5)
Rich C.

Really nothing I didn't like about it. Ambience was very nice and comforting. Staff was extremely friendly And accommodating. Loved the filet (coffee flavored) sides and tuna app. Really worthy of 4 1/2 stars, reserving five for only the most outstanding!
(4)
Jeff K.

I ate here every time I was in town for business so at least 30x. The steaks and seafood have always been fantastic. Brought by VP from Philly one trip 8 years ago and he still asks about this place. Professional staff and wonderful atmosphere. The bread "puppies" are a great start too!
(5)
Melissa M.

AVOID THIS PLACE.....to angry to write a review but let's just say that we were TREATED awful. My family and I have been to many a steak house and this place was the SNOBBIEST place I have EVER BEEN TOO. Will NEVER return and will let everyone in my circle know to STAY AWAY.
(1)
Erica C.

We drive past Stony River all the time and the 'legendary steaks' sign always catches the eye. We finally decided to check it out. The food was very good but I wouldnt call it legendary. My lime chicken was very tasty and I did not expect to get that big of a piece of chicken. The fried lobster tail was unique and quite yummy. The desserts were also very good and the Prosecco cocktail hits the spot. The ambience is very enjoyable, dim light with stone columns and wood walls. Our waitress was spectacular! Deborah was her name, she was very attentive and very sweet! Wouldnt mind going back!!! All around enjoyable :)
(4)
Britney O.

It's just like all the other chain steakhouses. However they serivce was wonderful. I went for a business dinner and had a party of 10. Our food was cooked correct, came out quickly and our drinks were never left empty. On the plus side they offer The Prisoner by the glass!
(3)
Luke S.

Stoney River closed in Deerfield a couple years ago and I didn't realize that there was another location here in Chicago. Stoney River is one of the most underrated steak houses in the Chicagoland area. The servers are top notch, the food is outstanding, and the decor is awesome. It was a haul to get out to Deer Park, but the meal was well worth it. We got a plethora of fish dishes and one order of ribs. Everything was great! The Asian salmon was some of the best salmon that I have ever had. Be ready to pig out, as the portions are generous. If you do trek out to Deer Park be sure to get their chocolate gnash to finish up your meal. You will not be disappointed!
(5)
Scott K.

Really good steaks, but watch out for the Old Fashioneds. They make them with Sweet Vermouth, which technically makes them a Manhattan. It was a little disappointing. Other than some needed education, the place is really good. Definitely going there again.
(4)
Alan M.

I returned to Stoney River, kicking and screaming, because my date wanted to go there AND, because Ryan, the GM, sent an apology note to me and called. Well, this time, I did NOT have the prime rib, nor did my date but we had whiskey shrimp, crunch Ahi roll and for dinner we split a small filet. Everything was wonderful this time so it looks like I will be returning again. Steak was fabulous and so was the sautÃ©ed spinach
(4)
Brian G.

Best filet I've ever had. And I've been to many of the high end steak houses. Really reasonably priced considering the quality. The filet pairs perfectly with the caramelized onion mash potatoes - a little of each on the same forkful provides a harmonious balance of savory and sweet that is nearly divine. And that's just the main course. The pre-dinner bread at Stoney is unlike anything you've ever had. They're almost little fried donut holes but not as sweet. They come with an incredible dipping butter that is out of this world. Highly highly recommend! Lobster bisque is quite good as well.
(5)
Samantha L.

Came here for our anniversary, and it was a great pick! Food was amazing, drinks were awesome and service was even better! I got the petite filet, mushrooms and lobster bisque soup. My husband got the cowboy cut ribeye, garlic potatoes and French onion soup. We loved everything, and it was cooked perfect! Drinks tasted great and were strong, which we liked. We tried 2 different drinks each! They knew it was our anniversary, and at least 4 different employees congratulated us on our anniversary, as well as brought our a piece of chocolate cake at the end to celebrate! We will for sure be back! P.s. Although there is a parking lot, it's nice to take advantage of the complimentary valet on rainy/snowy evenings!
(5)
Bob Z.

Went with a business partner to try a new place. The ambiance is great, and candidly our waitress was good (3 out of 5 stars). I ordered wine with the steak and it came half way through my steak. Even after I asked twice. The real reason for the fail: just not impressed. For what we spent, we could have gotten better quality steak and top shelf service. They weren't rude. But honestly, places like Coopers Hawk is a better value (and I don't love them). BTW the wine specials: all red wines were out of stock! In a steak place. Just need to decide if they are high end or mid level restaurant. The tweener hurt them.
(2)
Eric E.

A great steak, attentive service, and fair price. We had been here a couple times before. Received a gift card for Christmas, and thought we should use it to celebrate - as it turned out, nothing in particular. We were greeted by a very polite and professional hostess, who though she looked young, was very on top of everything going on in the restaurant. She seemed like she has been in the restaurant business for 5 years. We are always welcomed very professionally and warmly here. Our server was excellent! He was very welcoming, highly knowledgeable about the foods and wines, and always ready to make sure we had enough rolls on hand. We heard another very professional and competent server at the next table, who would have been fine, and knew our guy (forgot his name) was exceptional! We've tried the burgers, coffee cured filet, and fish in the past. This visit, we tried the Lodge Filet and Filet Medallions with Crab. The cut of meat was high quality, was well prepared, and came as requested - medium rare. Our sides were asparagus and burgundy button mushrooms. Both were outstanding - and fair stand-ins for our beloved fries. We had hoped to order the truffle fries, from previous experiences, but were told they were no longer available. :( We passed on dessert since our meal was filling, but have enjoyed the items we've ordered in the past. The good: - Very good meals, prepared well, and at a good price. - We have been served by competent to exceptional staff every time, especially this latest visit. - Decor is fun and inviting. Red Canoe prominently displayed hanging from the ceiling, great fireplace with "our table" which is great on a cold winter evening, and optional seats to watch the chef prepare his creations. The bad: - Only negative is that, though the value is good, the price is more than we can indulge in more than every couple months. This makes it more special, and something to look forward to.
(5)
Samantha V.

This place is truly a treat. I can't wait for my boyfriend to take me here again. The prime rib is mouthwateringly delicious. The lobster bisque is excellent! Creamy, smoky and decadent. I've seen several reviews that say the staff is inattentive and rude...but the one time I went here, the waiter was SO attentive and enthusiastic, I could have sworn he was on some kind of drug! He was very sweet and attentive and the hostess was very enthusiastic too. I believe we also had a manager or someone check on us at one point. We were placed in the wine room due to it being a little crowded, which wasn't the most convenient...we were interrupted a couple times by waiters needing to get into the wine safe. And I'm guessing this is the room they put families with small children. Honestly, I think that's a great idea because the room is a bit isolated from the rest of the restaurant and is really intended to be an intimate, fancy and romantic atmosphere...and kids can sometimes really put a kaibosh on that whole mood. I guess my boyfriend and I were just unfortunate to be put at a table in there at the time. Though no real complaints, the kids with the family next to us weren't TOO obnoxious. All in all, I love this place and I can't wait to go back!
(5)
Taylor M.

I took my boyfriend here for his birthday and we had a great time. I chose this restaurant because of the location (it was close and his birthday fell on a Monday), its ambiance, and the fact that it is a steakhouse (my boy likes his steaks). Considering the circumstances, I think I made the right choice! We split the seared Tuna Salad as an appetizer which was a fairly large portion and had great flavor. We both obviously ordered steaks for dinner and they were cooked perfectly. The service here was excellent. I even called ahead to tell them it was his birthday because I wanted to surprise him. The remembered and brought us out a birthday dessert at the end of the meal.
(4)
Ellen L.

Great great steaks!!! Place is on the pricey side since your meat comes with nothing and all sides are extra. We've been to this restaurant a few times so far and every time our meat was perfectly cooked and seasoned. I am taking a star away for following reasons: food presentation - some dishes look perfectly put together while others appeared sloppy and unappetizing; service - felt forgotten quite a few times, no suggestions from our server and her generally "unhappy about being here" look on our last visit; last reason - side dishes - if you are going to charge me $5-7 for a side dish, please make sure it's worth that money - our Burgundy mushrooms were so-so, lacking in taste and presentation, Garlic mashed potatoes could've been a bit creamier. While some would argue that lumpy drier mashed potatoes can stand up to meat texture I personally believe that contrast in textures of the main dish and a side helps accentuate the the taste of both. Generally, this steakhouse is worth visiting if you're looking for a good steak.
(4)
Alexa B.

Really just not impressed. Boyfriend and I came here hungry and with high hopes (given the good reviews) in the middle of a snow storm. Surprisingly, the snow didn't keep many diners away, as we were told the wait would be 35-40 minutes for a table. Too hungry to wait, we opted to eat at the bar. When Boyfriend and I go out to eat, we like to treat ourselves and this was no exception. We started with a crabcake appetizer. For the price I'd hoped for a LARGE crabcake, but was presented with a meager one, paired with some mango salsa and a creamy mustard sauce garnished with chives. The mango salsa and sauce helped mask the bland crabcake, though I will say its texture was spot on and very moist. Boyfriend ordered a ribeye with garlic mashed potatoes. For the price and given the smaller size than he's ordered elsewhere for less, he was expecting something fantastic. The steak was a bit dry and just was not good. The potatoes were just OK. The taste and quality did not live up to the price. Boyfriend has cooked better ribeyes in our tiny apartment kitchen. I ordered the filet medallion trio, substituting horseradish crust for the bleu cheese crust on one of the medallions. Again, for the price, I was really expecting perfection. I've ordered a similar dish from Wildfire, which set my expectations for the size of the medallions. They shouldn't call them medallions here - call them bites or nibbles. Literally, I was presented with 3 little chunks of filet, which were undercooked, might I add. The horseradish crust was the winner here, and even that was not great compared to horseradish crusted filets I've had elsewhere. I ordered caramelized onion mashed potatoes as my side and was disappointed that the onions were a bit past caramelized and on to burnt. We also ordered a side of asparagus to share. Again, the recurring theme here - not impressed. It was OK, but very bland and boiled. Not wanting to drop any more cash on this disappointment, we headed home for dessert. We will not be back. A better steak meal (for a better price, to boot) can be found at Jameson's Charhouse or Wildfire. One good thing I will say - service was relatively fast and courteous. Just wish the food was better for the price!
(2)
Daniel L.

My daughter, who is a steak connisuer said the steaks melt in your mouth. The baked potatoe was the best she ever had. Highly recommended, see you there.
(4)
Timothy A.

Elite steak house prices for good, but not great food. We chose the blue cheese potato chips as an appetizer, because all the other aps were so expensive, and they were very good. Unfortunately that was the only thing we had that we felt was worth it's price tag. Totally agree with the other reviewer who compared these steaks to Outback. The service was very good. The adult beverages are very expensive. When we feel like spending this much on a steak house, we drive down the road to Beelow's in Lake Zurich and always feel like we've gotten our moneys worth. Won't be coming back here.
(2)
Matthew R.

This restaurant is a tweeny...it tries to be a Capital Grille but holds on to some of the mid-level restaurant nuances like the table seating, and a bar with TVs. Service...excellent. From "free" valet parking, proper greeting and hostess escorting to the table, a print out for the server with name, number in party and any special comments (birthday, anniversary), name used regularly, excusing when reaching to serve, removal of plates and silverware after every course, etc. Not often do you see at this level of a restaurant. The only thing that kept it from five star was that the wait staff remained dedicated to a table without the passing servers noticing a plate to be removed, water to be filled, etc at another table. Food...good. The steaks were very good. Medium-rare did come out rare and had to be sent back. When returned, it was delivered by the manager and it was not overcooked. It came back correctly. The flavor was lacking "something." Probably the right amount of cracked pepper and sea salt. My daughter, the Filet Mignon fanatic, even "passed" on finishing hers which never happens. The lobster bisque and salads were excellent. The so-so: ribs were dry and tough. The sauce tried to make up for it but didn't get there. Growing up in KC, these would never have made the plate at most places. The prawn appetizer came with several prawns improperly deveined. They were also very dry. The brownie desert was dry/overcooked. The fudge cake was "awesome" and maybe saved the day for my daughters. Pricing...the wine list had a moderate choice. Sadly, markup is about 4X versus standard 2-3X. Entrees are appropriately priced. Salads, soups, appetizers are overpriced by 25-30% versus comparable restaurants. Four star rating given since it does deliver on the service and steaks. Portions are appropriate. Too many "misses" on the food hold it back.
(4)
Mir J.

Good food nice ambiance. If you can't make it to the city, this is a nice alternative. I recommend the prime rib...
(4)
Michael B.

Don't go here in hopes of a happy hour, it doesn't exist. Oh and they don't care that the information is wrong either. Not gonna eat so i can't comment on the food.
(2)
Kevin K.

Delicious and fairly priced. I got a 14 oz ribeye for ~30 which very reasonable. The bread and sauteed spinach side were good too. It's absurdly crowded on Fridays/Saturdays though so make a reservation or go on a weekday
(5)
Dana H.

I went for my birthday. I ordered the pork chop which came out undercooked. The staff put it in the salamander to cook it more which made it inedible. The service was maddeningly slow and the staff only mildly apologetic. I dunno. I wish I had experienced what others rave about.
(1)
Raw F.

Dead red meat cooked to perfection.
(5)
Cristie F.

Stoney River Legendary Steaks was...well, legendary. I went for lunch on a Sunday afternoon with the fam to celebrate my grad school graduation ((that's right, I have credentials now!!)). I was surprised to see they have the same menu for lunch and dinner. Nevertheless, there were ample choices and I was ready to chow down. First let me start by saying, whatever the little poppyseed donut/bread balls with honey butter are - that ish is like crack. I would have been content having a meal of just those alone. The fact that they're complimentary is just dangerous. Since I'm not into red meat and fish I went with the roasted free range half chicken with pancetta, rosemary, shallots, garlic and lemon. It came with a couple sides. I opted for mac n'cheese and spinach. The dish was awesome. The chicken was tender, the mac was creamy, and the spinach was cooked perfectly. I also had a cup of French onion soup. That my friends, is highly recommended. They add a touch of cream to give the broth a slightly creamy, velvety texture. The rest of the fam ordered either burgers or fresh fish. I'm assuming both were good based on the fact that each plate was cleared. Service was great. Attentive, quirky, helpful. Not to mention, opinionated. When I told the server I wanted the chicken, he tried to convince me there were much better menu options. I explained I didn't eat seafood or red meat. He laughed and said good choice. After all, I was eating at a place known for steak and seafood. ((Note - vegetarians beware. There's not much here for you.)) My previous Stoney River experience was about 4 years ago and remember it being very good then. This time wasn't any different. I'm glad to see they're still going strong.
(4)
Jim K.

My wife and I ate there for the first time this evening (5/16/14). We had a 7:15pm reservation, and were seated promptly be friendly people. The service (Ben) was great. Just enough of friendly and fast without being cheesy or overbearing. Just right. The food was as expected.... properly cooked and good portions. We had seared ahi tuna for an appetizer. It was served like sushi in rolls with seaweed and rice. Excellent! Next I had lobster bisque and my wife had Cesar salad. Both were again excellent. For main course, my wife had "Medallions trio" and I had their signature strip steak. Both were cooked the way we asked for them, and the taste was great! Overall, this was, in my mind what a great dining experience should be.... great food, served by really nice people, in a nice atmosphere, for a reasonable price. We'll be back.
(5)
John P.

Coffee Cured Filet is one of my favorites, it's always great! Don't have their cappuccino... Desserts are for two people, and they are really good, especially the Key Lime Pie!!
(4)
Alison C.

Love this place! It was my first time here with my boyfriend and we enjoyed every bit of it! From the service, to the nice warm little bread with the delicious tasty butter and the lobster bisque soup and the prime rib! Definitely recommend this place!
(5)
Cathy G.

Have been meaning to try Stoney River FOREVER, but for some reason just got around to it this weekend. So many great steak places around! Made a decision to come here for an occasion and am so very glad I did. Amazingly attentive and friendly service combined with stellar meat (coffee cured filets and prime rib in our case), very good sides which were included with the entree, quite the surprise, and a phenomenal Cocktail called the Red Canoe Martini were some of the highlights of our Dinner. We finished with a succulent and creamy creme brulee for dessert which was the perfect ending to a really good meal. Great woodsy atmosphere, a stop in by the owners and super comfy booths were a plus. Oh and those bread balls in almost every review are pretty crack like...YUM Would definitely recommend.
(5)
Christine B.

The food was excellent! Our steaks were cooked to perfection. The service was fantastic.
(4)
Mark C.

Very poor customer relations. We came today to celebrate my Mom's 80th birthday. She made the reservation over a month ago, specifically requesting the Wine Room. Mom also called to confirm yesterday, and specifically verified we would have the Wine Room. In both instances, she was not informed that the Wine Room might not be available. When we arrived today - a party of 11 - we were told another party (of 15) had the Wine Room and they set us up in the main dining room. Very disappointing. I assume it was purely a business decision because the other party was larger. They should have done right by us and they didn't.
(1)
Brooke A.

My lady and I went to Stoney River for something (birthday, anniversary, Sweetest day...who knows). I had been to other Stoney Rivers around the Atlanta area and knew that everything is solid and that, at some point, you have to STOP EATING THE ROLLS WITH honey butter. To be honest, I forgot what we got for dinner. Probably steaks. They are good. Not great, maybe B++. But you don't go to Stoney River for the steaks...you go for the honey butter and quaint lodge-y atmosphere. -Rolls and honey butter...check. -Lodge-y atmosphere..check. -Quaint...only if six screaming 40-something broads, liquored up and hitting on every male waiter, bus boy and server who unwittingly stumbled in to their lair is quaint. Honestly, they were having a good time and it was kind of funny. And I didn't say anything (going against the wishes of my lady) because I know I have been too loud before and its always weird to have someone come tell you to be quiet. So we endured. Not really the restaurants fault and doesn't really effecting the review. So, back to the honey butter...
(4)
Colleen B.

My entire family goes there for special occasions. The filets are like butter and the fish is delicious. We all love the little warm rolls they give you at the table. Every side dish we have every tried was good. Will continue to go back Also love the rustic look with all the wood logs.
(4)
Maxine W.

I had my first Stoney River experience this week to celebrate my lovely sister's birthday. Not too shabby. I'm going to start with my negatives since they're pretty stupid and mostly my fault and I've learned from my mistakes. 1. I HATE round corner booths. This is nobody's fault but my own. I'm just a weirdo. I'm not docking any stars for the hostess doing her job and seating us in my personal hell. I just wanted you guys to know that round corner booths are the worst. Next time I'll make a note that I'd rather not sit in the corner. 2. The caramelized onion mashed potatoes were really sweet. Like cloyingly sweet. All the salt and pepper in the world couldn't save them. Next time I'll stick with garlic mashed or maybe those bomb homemade chips. 3. The whiskey shrimp on toast appetizer. It tasted like cinnamon or something, and I will never ever order again. 4. Okay, this is the one that wasn't my fault/personal preference/ whatever. Our server was kind of a huge douchebag. I'm a server. I know what its like to not want to be the closer on a monday night. I also know that someone has to do it and that nobody is too good to close. This guy acted like his sh*t didn't stink. Like we were privileged to be served by him. He kept making these backhanded server comments that perhaps the average guest would pass off as joking or banter but I saw right through that. He was being rude and trying to rush us through dinner. "I'm here all night" in server speak means "dont keep me here all night." Ohhh boy did I savor my dinner. Slowly and deliberately. Now to the positives. 1. The executive chef came out and made the rounds to all the tables asking how everything was and if there was anything else he could get for us. I loved that. It was a nice personal touch, almost to assure us that our food was made with care by a human. 2. BLUE CHEESE POTATO CHIPS. Oh man, thats the stuff right there. All day every day. 3. Everyone's steaks were cooked correctly. Nothing ruins a meal like an overcooked steak. My prime rib was deliciously medium rare. Pretty much everyone else had a ribeye medium rare, and those were all nicely cooked as well. I'm thinking next time I'll go for a filet and see how they do. There's nothing in this world more delicious than a medium rare to rare filet. MMMM. 4. Creme brulee for dessert. Totally lovely. Silky and delicious and not overly sweet. Good job, Stoney River (but not you, server). I'll be back!
(4)
Lenore B.

Go to Stoney River in Deerpark at Rand Road and see 'James the Bartender' for great drinks and great service!!
(5)
Ed F.

For us, this is a "special occasion" place, so we only visit once or twice a year. As such, I guess it can be hit or miss, and some experiences will be better than others. Even with that, this place consistently ranks at or very near the top. Great steaks, great service, and a really great atmosphere. Prices aren't too bad, but a little inconsistent: Steaks are $20 - $30 Rib dinner was $20 Kids mac 'n cheese meal was $5 But an adult burger was $14 - it was good, but it's a burger and fries.
(5)
Mark S.

I have been here a couple times now and each time I ordered the filet, which was great. Great flavor, tender and juicy. Can't wait to go back. I would give it 4.5 stars if I could.
(4)
Zion W.

First time here and from the outside, I thought it was going to be another mediocre steakhouse chain...but I was wrong. When we sat down, our waiter greeted us with a basket of very warm, fried, poppy seed bread balls, served a soft maple butter concoction. I don't have the exact name for these puppies, but man, they were good! My quiet voice kept telling me, "eat just one", but did I listen?! Noooooooooo...6 puffy balls later, I was stuffed but my entree had already arrived. I was not too bright! I ordered the seared ahi tuna salad entree. It was good, not great. Would not order it again. Also stole a bite of the coffee-cured filet mignon...Whooooooooaaaa! It was one of the best steaks I've ever had. So tender and flavourful and you don't taste the coffee. Our waiter explained to us that the tenderloin is prepared with a special brine (coffee, brown sugar and molasses). I highly recommend ordering this dish. It was amazing and yes, I had just "one" bite because my 6 puffy balls were ballooning inside my tummy. The steak came w/au gratin potatoes and green beans. I truly thought I was done eating, but the potatoes were taunting me and so, I took a bite. They were heavenly! Did not attempt to ask the waiter how they were made because in my state of denial, they were carb-free, fat-free and virtually little or no calories at all, ha! Thought I was done eating but I also tried the green beans (I relapsed, I know, I know!) and they too were good. Skipped dessert...it was tough, but I just didn't have the room for it. I enjoyed my evening here. Excellent service and great food!
(4)
Justin K.

Quite possibly, the best restaurant experience I've ever had. Our server was soo nice and soo knowledgeable. And the filets, will bring tears to your eyes..twice. The first tears will come from savoring the steak which will make you feel like you are above the clouds. The second tears will come when you have finished your steak..so sad I'll be back, soon.
(5)
Lisa B.

I have been here twice now, the most current visit was this past Sunday... My food was amazing I had the house salad, steak burger and sweet potatoes... We did have an issue as a party of 9 one persons sides kept coming out cold or super dried out which was strange since others had the same stuff and it was perfect, the manager quickly rectified the problem going above and beyond... I wasn't a huge fan of the waiter but he was attentive I just like someone with a little more personality! The decoration is rustic and romantic!
(4)
J K.

I couldn't have asked for a better experience anywhere. The short: Phenomenal service Steaks are outstanding Pricing is very reasonable The longer version : My family and I went for a small family function. At first they sat us next to the bar which was very crowded and noisy so we asked to be moved. We had three people helping us, including the manager! It was above and beyond. We all knew how we liked our steaks but weren't sure which to order. Our server gave us perfect recommendations, even my parents who are extremely picky with their food were impressed. They were always making sure everything was great. She didn't know everything about the wine but was quick to ask a manager for recommendations, which I think is fine (as opposed to just pretending to know and giving crappy recommendations). Dessert was good but we were so full, we were fine with it. All-in-all, I'd love to come back here and recommend anyone to check this place out. I've been to several steak houses in Chicago but this is one of the best for the overall experience. Atmosphere ranges from after-work corporate drinking to casual to family to romantic (weird, right? It works though). Service and food were totally worth it.
(5)
Wes P.

Very good service, and the food (steak and Hong Kong Sea Bass) was great!
(4)
Valerie W.

Stony River may very well be my new favorite steak place in the 'burbs. The location is great and parking was easy. We were warmly greeted by the host staff upon arriving, and quickly seated without a reservation (about 8:30pm on a Saturday night.) I like the classy/rustic elegance of the dÃ©cor, the entire restaurant was inviting. Our server, Cassie, was awesome. I would definitely recommend her, and we made sure to make mention to the manager when we left. She was friendly and knowledgeable about the menu, had some great recommendations, and let us sample two wines we couldn't decide between before choosing a bottle. Onto the food. Perfection. Everything was superb. On our table: Bottle of Australian Shiraz. I don't remember specifically, but I think there was only one on the menu. I am highly allergic to domestic wines (would've had a migraine before dinner was over) so, international choices are a must. This wine was GOOD, and if we didn't have somewhere else to be, would've probably ordered a second bottle. :P Caprese salad appetizer. The balsamic dressing they use is really tasty, and complimented everything well. I like that it also came with some onion straws to munch on. "Legendary" filet with horseradish crust, medium rare. Came perfectly cooked. I ditched the crust a few bites in, just because I wanted to enjoy the filet as it was. Tender, juicy, and flavorful, which I sometimes miss with a filet because they're so lean. Mashed sweet potatoes with cinnamon. Like sweet potato pie. Creamy and perfectly seasoned. I couldn't stop eating them. "cowboy cut" ribeye, medium rare. The BF wanted to pick up the bone and gnaw on it, which I don't blame him for one bit. This steak was thicker cut than other steakhouses in the area, and for a better price ($33.99 v. $42+ at other places for a thinner steak.) He let me taste a bite... while the filet was awesome, I regretted not ordering my standard ribeye. Garlic mashed potatoes. He loved them... I didn't try, the one place I *don't* dig garlic is in my mashed potatoes. Call me crazy. We shared the sautÃ©ed mushrooms. The flavor was delicious, but they were super rich, next time I'd opt for a lighter veggie item. The best part was that the BF had a $20 off dinner for two coupon, which he gets frequently for signing up for their e-mail rewards club. The prices are reasonable anyway, but this makes it even more enticing to go back! We both left with full bellies and lots of leftovers. I can't wait to return... my mouth is watering after writing this review!
(5)
Dieter B.

Rude waiters, sub-par experience. Truly an Applebee's of steakhouses. I've been a loyal customer until now: the waitstaff is poorly trained and vulgar. It takes an hour to get a steak (medium). What really stands out is poor customer service and lack of refinement. Do yourself a favor: go to a real steakhouse if you are looking for a good steak and relaxed service.
(1)
Tim E.

Stoney River continues to deliver a consistent steak house experience time after time. A recent trip to Vegas that featured a few adventures (and miss-adventures) in some of the celebrity chef's steak houses sent me back to Stoney last night with dear friends to do a comparison. I always love my meal at Stoney and we have enjoyed it at least a half a dozen times in the last several years. Our friends are regulars and still endorse the experience exuberantly. Last night was an acid test, so to speak, for me though. After coming off a few less than wonderful experiences in high dollar beef houses ( and I mean high $$ ...See my Carnevino / Mario Batali Steakhouse review) in Vegas I wanted to see if a Stoney meal would still stand up to tough competition. It did and then some! The coffee encrusted filet is always served to perfection. The wait staff stands vigil as you cut through your beef to make absolutely sure you are satisfied. This is a big deal if, like me, you have had to chase down a waiter to re-fire an order that was not cooked properly. No issues with that at Stoney. They ensure your satisfaction before leaving the table ..... Class. The quality of the beef is what it is really about at Stoney. A recent foray into dry aged steaks that were left to hang for 10-12 days did not deliver the flavor of my filet last night. I was "fresh off" the Vegas beef versions and Stoney, in little Deer Park IL, delivered the flavor, tenderness and preparation expertise that pricier establishments often whiff on. The servers are courteous and "get" the conversation period that always comes with a "friends at dinner" evening. We were never rushed, although the restaurant was packed. The wine selection is always excellent and steakhouse sides (always a favorite reason to go to a steakhouse for dinner) do not disappoint. The service was amazing. Now I will give you that our friends are "regulars" and the staff knows them well, which could affect the impartiality of my service perception, but we have been here solo and always received excellent service. I would go down the value for the price road, because it is truly a value, but that would actually diminish the perception of Stoney as a stand out steakhouse. Stoney is as good, or better, than many pricier steakhouses. I began this review with the word consistent, and it bears repeating. We have all been to restaurants that provide a great experience on a first visit but then when you return and expect the same wonderful meal, you are disappointed. Consistency is the most difficult goal for a restaurant to accomplish. Stoney River pulls it off on every visit. Go ahead and feed your beef craving at Stoney River ...you will not be disappointed. ...Oh, ...and have a glass of The Prisoner wine ....really adds to the meal!
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Karen D.

This is one of the top steakhouses in the area . Their ribeye is my favorite: full of flavor and cooked to perfection. The sweet potato is a meal in itself! The manager Steve and his team are very accommodating. Sit by the fireplace and enjoy your meal ;)
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David K.

This was our 3rd or 4th visit to Stoney River in Deer Park, IL and all have been a good experience. We arrived early (about 5:30pm) and were seated immediately. Our wait person, a woman, was excellent. Friendly and helpful and totally appropriate. She took good care of us. We each had steaks - my wife the beef tenderloin filet and potatoes au gratin (which she thought were a bit under cooked yet good), I had the NY strip with a baked potato. Each of the steaks were prepared to perfection. The meat is excellent quality as to taste and tenderness. The rolls served with the meal were very good. My wife had a ceasar salad and I had the onion soup au gratin for starters. Both were excellent. We skipped dessert. We had a good experience. We will return.
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Karen G.

Stoney River seems to be our go to steak joint in the burbs. We have always been pleased with our multiple experiences here. Service is always stellar and the food has always been great. Since 'steak' is in the Stoney River name, it makes sense to try their steaks, which are always cooked to perfection. I like it that the server has you check your steak when it is brought to the table so that they know if the steak is cooked to your liking or if not, they can take it back to the kitchen and redo. I like their selection of good wines, the lobster appetizer is a constant favorite and I order the coffee rubbed fillet. This restaurant has become part of our family time tradition.
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Caroline P.

Oh man, the steak here is so good! I had the legendary petite filet. Perfectly cooked and amazing. I'm gluten free, so I got a potato and veggie mix for my sides. I tried the Gascon Malbec, which turned out to be a great choice! The waiter did a great job and was sure to double check menu items for gluten and took my dietary restriction seriously. He was also very patient since half of our party was on time and the other half was running really late. Great for a date night or celebration, or for whenever you feel like a fancypants steak!
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Marlo P.

This. Place. Is. Delicious. They started with these fried bread rolls with honey butter. I could eat those all day. I asked for 3 orders with no shame. Even had some for dessert. I had the bone in ribeye, medium rare (it's what REAL women eat!) and it was cooked perfectly and delicious. I really liked how they had you cut into the steak to make sure it was done to your liking. The mashed potatoes were.. well.. mashed potatoes. My fiance got the steak and lobster deal that they had going on. UNFORTUNATELY, these guys are not good at cooking lobster. It was very rubbery and over cooked. My fiance wished he did without it and got something else, but his steak was pretty good. Would we go there again? Yes. Is it the best steak house I've ever been to? No. With that being said, I gave the place 4 stars for the over cooked lobster but AWESOME bread rolls.
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Jeannine K.

While they do not have a gluten-free menu, the staff is very knowledgeable and accommodating. Some of the best steak I have ever had. Delicious meal.
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Yane Y.

GREAT prices. FANTASTIC bread balls (appetizer) + flavored butter. AWESOME steak seasoning. Stoney River is fantastic! I originally knew of Stoney River from Atlanta, GA (since I'm originally born and raised in Atlanta). I had no idea Stoney River was here in Illinois! What sweet memories of ATL! Well, my husband and I came for our 1st year Anniversary. Delicious! It was just as good as I remember it in Atlanta. What was I looking forward to most (other than their "legendary steaks")? Their appetizer bread balls (or doughnuts). I have been missing their "oh! so delicious!" bread balls (HOT out of the oven) and their flavored butter! These bread balls did not disappoint! STEAKS! I ordered the NY Strip Steak (As I typically did in Atlanta, as well) and my husband ordered the Ribeye Steak. The seasonings at Stoney River is fantastic. Out of my many visits to Stoney River (Atlanta and Illinois), I've only had 2 instances or so where the seasoning was less than perfect, i.e. salty. Other than that, every other time has been awesome. This trip did not disappoint! Their seasoning is fantastic because you do not need steak sauce. If you do, what sort of taste buds do you have? Eek. My NY Strip meat was a little tougher than my husband's Rib Eye, which he was surprised about. But whatever! It was fine to me because the seasoning was great. (Stoney River is one of my favorite steak restaurants .... - it's better than Ruth Chris' Steakhouse because the steak is not served on a bed of butter (or on top) + cheaper - it's better than Morton's because the prices and seasonings are better - it's better than Sullivan's because the price and the quality is better ... Yup! I am a fan and am looking forward to introducing some of these Chicagons to the goodness of Stoney River. I think we are trying to find an excuse to go out.... Can't wait to go back again! NOTE on Special "Ocassions": The only disappointing thing about this trip was that they did not do anything "special" for us even though we went on our first anniversary dinner. They asked us in the reservations and we made a note of it, but we had to get our own dessert. Maybe it's horrible for me to have expectations that they would do something, but a piece of dessert? I think it's possible... whatever, though. The quality of food made up for it. NOTE on Service: Service was okay. It was a little shotty, but every time I was getting upset that our server forgot about us, he was busy .. and always brought a refill for our drinks. So, I guess he was attentive but .. busy... Anyway....!
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Mitch L.

Stony River in Deer Park really offered a great experience this past weekend. The food was excellent, the service was good, and the overall experience was perfect
(5)
Lauren D.

Love the quality of the food, but the size of my portion was exceedingly small for the price. I got the steak tenderloin sandwich which was delicious, but for the price - $18, it left a bit to be desired. Otherwise the service and quality of meat is outstanding! I've been here quite a few times and am always impressed.
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Address : 20504 N Rand Rd
Deer Park, IL, 60010
Phone (847) 719-1596
Website https://deerpark.stoneyriver.com/
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Opening Hours

Mon :5:00 pm - 9:3

Specialities

Takes Reservations : Yes
Delivery : No
Take-out : Yes
Accepts Credit Cards : Yes
Good For : Dinner
Parking : Private Lot
Bike Parking : Yes
Wheelchair Accessible : Yes
Good for Kids : Yes
Good for Groups : Yes
Attire : Casual
Ambience : Classy
Noise Level : Average
Alcohol : Full Bar
Outdoor Seating : No
Wi-Fi : No
Has TV : Yes
Dogs Allowed : No
Waiter Service : Yes
Caters : No

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Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill

20504 N Rand Rd, Deer Park, IL, 60010

Stoney River Steakhouse and Grill Menu

Starters

Soups & Side Salads

Sides

Desserts

Coffee-Cured Filet Mignon

Filet Mignon

Steaks and Prime Rib

Seafood

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Starters

Soups & Side Salads

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Coffee-Cured Filet Mignon

Filet Mignon

Steaks and Prime Rib

Seafood

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