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Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin Reviews List

Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin

Sullivan’s is a vibrant neighborhood American Steakhouse featuring the finest steaks & seafood, hand shaken martinis, & live music. We offer comfortable fine dining in a lively atmosphere. From the moment you step inside our lounge for drinks, appetizers or dinner, you will feel the energy and excitement provided by our professional team. Sullivan’s serves the finest Midwestern hand selected steaks aged a minimum of 28 days, simply seasoned and broiled at 1,200 degrees, fresh seafood, a wide selection of cravable appetizers, soups, salads and side dishes including our signature Horseradish Mashed Potatoes. Our desserts are house-made daily… Key Lime Pie, Bananas Foster Bread Pudding and Vanilla Bean Crème Brulee, just to name a few. Wine Spectators "Award of Excellence"for our extensive wine list offers an array of selections from around the world. Whether it’s for business or pleasure, we look forward to quickly becoming your favorite local steakhouse.
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186 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
(186 Reviews)
Open Ratings Snapshot
Rating Breakdown 186 reviews
5 stars
(88)
4 stars
(62)
3 stars
(13)
2 stars
(19)
1 star
(4)
Food 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Service 
4.2 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5
Ambiance 
4.1 / 5
(Outstanding) 4.1 / 5
Noise Level
2.2 / 3
Energetic
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
  • special occasion(117)
  • notable wine list(80)
  • romantic(75)
  • vibrant bar scene(40)
  • good for groups(39)
  • fit for foodies(32)
Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin Reviews List
Review 1 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/17/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had a tremendous evening celebrating our daughter's college graduation. It was a lively atmosphere whcih added to the occasion. The service was excellent. Our steaks were cooked to perfection and all the dishes were delicous."
Dined on 5/17/2013
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 2 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Birthday Celebration

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OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We took our 2 son's to Sullivan's for their birthday celebration. For the most part everything was great except for the filet I ordered. It was cold, dry and tough."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 3 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

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Dined on 5/18/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My wife and I took our 86 year old friend and her husband there to celebrate her birthday. The staff was very attentive and wished her happy birthday many times as well as providing her a dessert. The food and service were outstanding."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 4 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Let Down

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"am regular customer, just haven't been in few months. place was 30% capacity. the 2 of us were seated at odd table where we had to sit beside each other instead of being able to look at us. was also in intense, harsh lighting. very loud for such small crowd. ordered very expensive steak MED-RARE. quite some time later a well-done steak was presented. had waited so long, was not willing to wait that long again, so "toughed" it out. good choice of words there. a manager came to table, apologized, offered to comp steak AND A DESSERT. bill came. steak was indeed removed. wound up paying for promised free dessert. very disappointed as my date had never been there and I was hoping to make good impression."
Dined on 5/11/2013
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Review 5 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Closing down at reservation time!

OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/09/2013
Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"The restaurant accepted and confirmed my reservation for 11 pm on a Thursday (post-concert time) but was closing down when we got there at exactly that time. They had my phone number through OpenTable, but never called me to say "oops, you just booked but there's a problem, we can't take you then." Totally unprofessional"
Dined on 5/09/2013
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Review 6 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Lack of attention to detail

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Dined on 5/11/2013
Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"The lack of attention to seemingly small details made what could have been a great experience into a just OK experience. Had to wait 25 minutes for a table, despite having reservations. After finally being seated, I felt like we were an afterthought to our server's workload, as he paid little attention to us and we had to flag him down when we needed anything. Although one of our steaks came out very much undercooked, the food in general was very good. I was also very impressed with their wines by the glass, which is great for couples who have differing taste in wines. I will probably go back again to give Sullivan's another chance, but I can't recommend to anyone else yet until I check them out further."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 7 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food at a great price

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Dined on 4/30/2013
Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The reeled us in by sending a free $25 gift card. We each had the 3-course meal for $39 and were not disappointed. All of our selections were very delicious and served in a timely manner. The only drawback to the evening was the waitstaff was very meek and not as personable as we like but a good server nonetheless. We will definitely be back!"
Dined on 4/30/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot, special occasion
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Review 8 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

sully's is a great place

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our server Gabby was awesome, attentive and very friendly. She was attentive but not intrusive. The food was fantastic. My Chilean sea bass was out of this world!"
Dined on 04/28/2013
 2008
Special Features: fit for foodies, kid-friendly, neighborhood gem
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Review 9 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Austin Service...Lower Expectation

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I have not been back to Sullivan's in many years. In my mind Sullivan's should be on par with Papas Steakhouse and the likes. The prices and mostly the ambiance are. However, in my opinion, the server can make or break the dining experience. Our server was dim and dismal to say it kindly. I was shocked that waiter would be cut loose on the public when he doesn't know the menu.
SUMMARY:
we were seated 50 min post our reservation time
our waiter did not visit our table until 8-10 mins after being seated
it took 10 mins for our bottle of wine to be delivered to our table after we ordered it...which the waiter fumbled with opening
the waiter got our order wrong
Just a disappointing experience. Don't think I'll return."
Dined on 04/27/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 10 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent service and great

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Excellent service and great food!"
Dined on 04/25/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, special occasion
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Review 11 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Food Service dining experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food Service dining experience all fantastic."
Dined on 04/24/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, late-night find, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Had the business lunch (2

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had the business lunch (2 adults), price was an excellent surprise, as were the menu options. Food was great!"
Dined on 04/22/2013
 2009
Special Features: special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 13 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Meat was under done . For

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Meat was under done . For the second time. The remainder of the food was above average."
Dined on 04/21/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 14 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Special place for special

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Special place for special ocassions. The ambience is upscale. Is a nice place to take your date to. It may seem a little bit pricey comparing to other restaurants, but it is totally worth it. I allways care first for the quality of the food, I don't get fooled by sparks and whistles in "fancy" and snob restaurants. Also I don´t like to over pay for a meal, and in this place, you get a lot for your money, in every way. I fully recommend it!"
Dined on 04/18/2013
 2013
Special Features: great for outdoor dining, late-night find, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

I had the opportunity to be

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"I had the opportunity to be in Austin for the first time on a house shopping week and wanted a special dinner to celebrate the trip so I resorted to internet reviews to find the Best of the Best for steak in Austin- unfortunately, the choice I made which was reported as the best wasn't!!
Very disappointed in not only the food but the service. We ordered 3 steaks and they were all cooked differently and not one was as ordered; the sides were pre cooked and tasted "old".
Our waitress "seemed" to be out of it, she whispered as she talked so we could not understand what she was saying and I bought a bottle of wine that I asked to be decanted which she did but she left it on the table and after about 20 minutes I poured the wine.
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Dined on 04/18/2013
 2011
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list
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Review 16 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

The food was excellent! If

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"The food was excellent! If you asked what we talked about during dinner, must of our conversations included, "this so good""
Dined on 04/12/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 17 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Sat at the bar. The bartenders

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Sat at the bar. The bartenders provided excellent service."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2013
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Review 18 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A gem in the steak-palace

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"A gem in the steak-palace hoard."
Dined on 04/13/2013
 2008
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Review 19 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Mixed up orders

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"This is the second time in a few weeks that the kitchen has mixed up our order. Both times I ordered steak rare and received a medium to medium rare steak. Other people in the party ordered medium rare and received a rare steak - but they didn't mind. On the first visit, I mentioned it to the manager and he brought me a new steak but by that time everyone in our party had finished their meals. He also said next visit to tell him and the steak was on him. I didn't do that. On the second visit, I told our waiter when he came back to check on our food about the steak but it was later and again everyone in the party had finished. Too bad they can't get the orders straight. Will have to reconsider recommending the restaurant or going back"
Dined on 04/10/2013
 2006
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Review 20 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

I already sent in a review

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I already sent in a review yesterday, but everything was fantastic. the one thing that ruined it was the two orders of sea bass. we have ordered it before and it is to die for. one of my favorite things. It tasted like flounder or just plain fish. it was dry, not a good flavor or texture. it was extremely disappointing.
Service and atmosphere the best!
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Dined on 04/09/2013
 2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 21 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Great food, table wasn't

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Everything was great, food wise and our waiter was fantastic! But our seat was in front of the line where the waitstaff pick up their orders and they were pretty much oblivious that our table was RIGHT there...too much information about their private lives was revealed and we had no way of escaping it, sans moving tables."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2011
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 22 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Had a great evening. The

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Had a great evening. The food was very good and our waitress was a delight."
Dined on 04/03/2013
 2005
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic
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Review 23 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Keep walking

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our waitor azil? was stuck up. Didn't really listen - we asked for dressing on the side that didn't happen. We had to ask other waiters for water refills. The food was ok - shrimp over cooked and filet steak was tough. We ordered tempura onion rings and they were your basic fuddruckers rings. Still delicious but nothing to be excited about. The music was great but if you weren't seated near the bar you couldn't hear anything. Just kitchen noise. Overall the seasoning was great on all the food. Service was ok but if your visiting Austin - look for another spot."
Dined on 04/06/2013
 2013
Special Features: kid-friendly
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Review 24 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fantastic as usual

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Thank you everyone at Sullivan's for providing an excellent place to bring our Chicago friends!
They were very impressed and loved your restaurant. We look forward to bringing more
friends to visit again sometime.
Everything was perfect as usual.
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Dined on 03/30/2013
 2012
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

the food was good but not

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"the food was good but not great, servers up-sold our party without telling us. Would not recommend"
Dined on 04/01/2013
 2011
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Review 26 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

My wife and I love this restaurant!

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"My wife and I love this restaurant! Best Oysters Rockefeller in town. The scallops are to die for. Highly recommend for a romantic evening."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2004
Special Features: great for brunch, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 27 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Nice Easter Sunday choice

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We had a very good meal our server was very sweet but forgetful. A lot of selections on the Easter 3 Course menu. Will come back again (wish the lights were a little dimmer and the nice music a little louder in the dining room)
this was my second tim
my only complaint with the food was my mashed potatoes seemed somewhat fake, thin.
steak was wonderfully seasoned and cooked perfectly !.
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Dined on 03/31/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 28 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Easter brunch was nothing

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Easter brunch was nothing special. Service was inconsistent. A bit disappointing overall. Glad I was using gift cards."
Dined on 03/31/2013
 2008
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Review 29 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We used open table to reserve

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We used open table to reserve a table 10 mins and walked right in."
Dined on 03/29/2013
 2013
Special Features: neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 30 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Food was only warm and the

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Food was only warm and the wait was over an hour. Reservation was also about 15 minutes later than requested but still worked. Waiter was very friendly and helpful."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2010
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 31 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Very extensive wine list and

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"Very extensive wine list and a waitstaff that is exceptionally knowledgeable regarding the wines on it. I had a Bone in rib eye that was very flavorful. My wife had the bone in filet equally tasty. There was a small acoustic band in the bar area that played nice jazzy music and then there is Sullys Bar attached to the restaurant that offers a sports bar atmosphere. It was a very nice last minute dinner choice."
Dined on 03/24/2013
 2007
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 32 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Went to Sullivan's for a mid-week

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Went to Sullivan's for a mid-week dinner to celebrate a friend's promotion. We each enjoyed a cocktail, I highly recommend the Blackberry Buck. We started with the Shanghai Calamari appetizer, which was sweet, a little spicy, and delicious. We had Caesar salads, and I felt like the taste was watered down. I had the 8 oz. filet mignon with the bourbon peppercorn sauce, and I felt like the medium-rare was a little closer to rare, but it was flavorful and tender. My friend had the cedar plank salmon and said it was very good. It came with a sauce on top, which she things was steak sauce.
I felt the restaurant was a good choice for a special occasion. For the price the food was good and so was the service.
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Dined on 03/20/2013
 2012
Special Features: special occasion
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Review 33 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We absolutely enjoyed every

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"We absolutely enjoyed every minute of our time at Sullivan's. best steak in Austin!!!! The new places still do not compare. Great service, wonderful food. Everything was perfect!!!!! Thanks!"
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2009
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 34 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

sullivans is not the place to go

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
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"Food was very good - service was absolutely terrible. Our waitress would stop by and basically drop something off and get out of there as quick as she could. We initially ordered an appetizer and were finished eating it before our waitress came back to take our order. We had to ask what the specials were as she never offered them. When it came to ordering drinks, I wanted a beer - our waitress had no idea what beers were on the menu. Someone else ended up coming over to tell me what beers they had. After the first beer was finished, the same waitress that brought the first beer took my order for a second beer - it never came."
Dined on 03/23/2013
 2008
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Review 35 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing service, fantastic

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
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"Amazing service, fantastic food, knowledgable waitstaff, will definitely visit next time I'm in town. Our large group was treated very well."
Dined on 03/15/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, romantic, special occasion
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Review 36 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Good, but not worth the price

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"For a restaurant this expensive, the kind where every side item is extra, I would expect slightly better service. It was nice ambiance, but nothing special. Our food was very good. The one example of service that I would say should never happen in a restaurant this expensive is that two of us ordered a drink and they brought the wrong drink. It was an honest mistake on the part of the server, so we said we would still take the drinks so they don't go to waste. When we got our check, she never acknowledged the mistake or removed them from the bill. It also happened to be more expensive than what we ordered in the first place. We paid for it without complaint, but I would normally expect it to be comped without even asking."
Dined on 03/13/2013
 2006
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Review 37 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Sullivan's going down in quality

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Sullivan's used to be one of my favorite steak restaurants. However, over the last 2 years I have seen a steady decline in the overall quality of the experience and the food, specifically the steaks.
The last 2 visits have really re-enforced this observation. My steak the other night could easily have been purchased from a regular grocery store - just not a quality piece of meat. Additionally it seemed to not have been prepared correctly and was tough. And this was a ribeye with plenty of fat to keep that from happening.
Finally, they now also have somewhat gaudy hard paper menus.
I am not sure if this is new ownership, an attempt to increase the profit, or what.
I still love the creamed spinach - the best in tow
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Dined on 03/12/2013
 2005
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 38 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

First time Birthday celebration

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Our waiter was great! He made the experience better for us!"
Dined on 03/11/2013
 2013
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, great for brunch, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 39 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful food & service.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Wonderful food & service. Highly recommended."
Dined on 03/11/2013
 2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 40 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We went to dinner for my birthday.

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
"We went to dinner for my birthday. Everything was wonderful! We had great wine, food, and dessert. It was also nice to be able to valet park for $7 when the general parking was $20."
Dined on 03/08/2013
 2007
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 41 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

I am the executive director

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Noise Level
Quiet
Quiet
"I am the executive director of a state agency with offices a few blocks from Sullivan's. I often walk to Sullivan's for lunch when I want to discuss business with my agency managers, licensees, their associations and/or other interested parties in a nice business environment. (These lunches are NOT paid for by the state.) The food is good, service is great, the atmosphere is pleasant. and the prices are quite reasonable."
Dined on 03/07/2013
 2013
Special Features: special occasion, great for lunch
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Review 42 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5

We had a wonderful time.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"We had a wonderful time. The food and wine were great and it was so nice not to have loud music and people so that you can actually have a conversation while dining."
Dined on 03/07/2013
 2010
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 43 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Everything was excellent.

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
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"Everything was excellent. Occupied table for about 3 hours having a business dinner. All staff was friendly and food was up to par. Wine list was complete and not over priced. Good spot to go to for first time in Austin."
Dined on 03/06/2013
 2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 44 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Matradee's are always gorgeous,

Food 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Matradee's are always gorgeous, which makes for a great start. Appetizers were well presented and fresh. Steaks were cooked correctly and the steak rub was really delicious. One of the tops in Austin."
Dined on 03/05/2013
 2013
Special Features: notable wine list, romantic, hot spot
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Review 45 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5

Underwelmed...again

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Noise Level
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"Each time I go to Sullivan's I have the same reaction. The food is average while the service is very good. There are better Steaks in Austin and better seafood too. Nothing was bad it was just not very good. Given the prices, I would expect more. This is my third or fourth time there and probably my last."
Dined on 03/02/2013
 2013
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Review 46 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

A special place

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"My wife and I love this place, but because the prices are a bit high, it forces me to visit only for special occasions. Those special occasions are made all the more special with the service and food received there.
The place was packed on my last visit.. Valentines evening! But I was seated as soon as I walked in, as I arrived right on time for my reservation."
Dined on 02/14/2013
 2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 47 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5

Enjoyable experience

Food 
5 / 5
(Outstanding) 5 / 5
Service 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Ambiance 
4 / 5
(Very Good) 4 / 5
Noise Level
Moderate
Moderate
"Enjoyable experience to celebrate an anniversary. Drinks and food was great. My wife loved the mexican martini."
Dined on 02/15/2013
 2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 48 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

Showed up on time for an 8pm

Food 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
Energetic
"Showed up on time for an 8pm reservation, was told the table wasn't ready. We were seated at 8:20 - not ok in Austin. The waiter was nice and eager to please but clearly new and really sticking to the script and wasn't very knowledgeable. The bisque was nice, but we came in for the featured stone crab claws, which were slightly undercooked which makes them a huge chore to get out of the shell. My NY strip was probably about the medium rare right in the center, but grey for a good 1/4 inch in from each edge, indicating it was cooked in a hurry without any finesse. Even the wedge salad had issues - whoever washed the lettuce didn't do a good job drying it so water mixed with dressing on the plate."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2006
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Review 49 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5

Steak wasn't cooked correctly.

Food 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Service 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Ambiance 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
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"Steak wasn't cooked correctly. Burger was over done. Service was below average."
Dined on 02/23/2013
 2012
Special Features: notable wine list
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Review 50 for Sullivan's Steakhouse - Austin
Overall rating 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5

We love Sullivan's but this

Food 
3 / 5
(Good) 3 / 5
Service 
1 / 5
(Poor) 1 / 5
Ambiance 
2 / 5
(Fair) 2 / 5
Noise Level
Energetic
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"We love Sullivan's but this night they left us disappointed. With a private company event going on adjacent to the restaurant floor, they over-extended their ability to handle that event and the restaurant crowd felt it with slow service. Overall our dining experience took twice as long as usual. While we will go back again sometime, we will be careful to inquire if they are holding an event at the same time as they proved they can not do both well."
Dined on 02/22/2013
 2007
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