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Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Marks Prime Steakhouse has a goal to create a unique dining experience that will please the palate and soothe the soul. We serve the finest beef, freshest seafood, premium wines and naturally fresh vegetables. We hope to see you soon.
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73 Current Reviews
Summary of Diner Ratings & Reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.5
/
5
Rating Breakdown 73 reviews
5 stars
(46)
4 stars
(19)
3 stars
(5)
2 stars
(2)
1 star
(1)
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
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Diners classify this restaurant as:
- special occasion(55)
- romantic(39)
- fit for foodies(28)
- notable wine list(27)
- good for groups(19)
- neighborhood gem(12)
Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville Reviews List
Review 1 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
awesome!!!
OpenTable Diner
Dined on 5/18/2013
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"The atmosphere was cozy. The staff was warm and inviting. The food was excellent! Pricey, but worth it for a very special occasion. Best meal we've had in a long, long time."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 2 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Too expensive.
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"This restaurant is good for a [very] special occasion. The food was good, but not fabulous. The atmosphere was nice, but not fabulous. The prices were ridiculous! particularly for this town. You can get just as good of food at many other, less expensive, restaurants."
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 3 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
dinner at Mark's steakhouse
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Best steak and service in Gainesville"
Dined on 5/18/2013
Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list
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Review 4 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Good)
3
/
5
Good, but not good enough
Food
(Good)
3
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"We had a problem with our Groupon coupon (not the restaurant's fault) and the management went online, and downloaded the correct coupon for us. What great service.
But the steaks were only good, and at $40 they should be great."
But the steaks were only good, and at $40 they should be great."
Dined on 5/16/2013
Special Features: good for groups
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Review 5 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
mothers day
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This is the only real fine dining experience in Gainesville. The presentation is good, the plates are sizzling hot, steaks are perfect. Ridiculously pricey but for once a year, okay. They need a stricter dress code. It's annoying to tell your your kid to dress up and have some kid in shorts and a tee shirt right next to you."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 6 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"This was our second visit, both times celebrating our wedding anniversary. The food is delicious, from appetizer to dessert. The wait staff was attentive and efficient. One word of caution - their dinner plates are maintained at 500 degrees in an oven until ready to plate your steak. Beside the obvious, the wait staff will remind you, don't touch the plate for a few minutes. If you want a medium rare steak I recommend you order rare as the hot plate may finish your steak beyond medium rare. Overall a wonderful evening."
Dined on 5/11/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 7 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Graduation Dinner
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I booked this reservation months in advance, yet still was only able to get a 5pm seating (earlier than I would have liked). Mark's Prime was definitely a hot spot for UF graduation dinner.
It was crowded. Yet our service and our meal was very good.
They did a good job preparing for one of their busiest weekends, and we enjoyed our celebratory dinner."
It was crowded. Yet our service and our meal was very good.
They did a good job preparing for one of their busiest weekends, and we enjoyed our celebratory dinner."
Dined on 5/04/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies
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Review 8 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Superb meal in an elegant venue
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We had the Bone-in Ribeye prepared Pittsburg Rare and they did this admirably. There was a seasoned crust that added to the steak without overpowering it, and the center was slightly cool and deep red. We had their traditional Escargot as an appetizer, and it was one of the best interpretations of that dish I have had. As sides we chose Bacon Braised Brussel Sprouts and Sauteed Wild Mushrooms, and both were quite good. My wife and I each enjoyed a glass of wine. We finished the meal with their Chocolate Mousse in a Kahlua Chocolate Crust with Fruit and I had an Espresso. This was decent though their desserts could use a little expansion. The prices are a bit high, but appropriate for this tier of restaurant."
Dined on 4/29/2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion
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Review 9 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
The lobster Mac and cheese
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"The lobster Mac and cheese was great and the steak was outstanding. Just the way I ask to be cooked."
Dined on 04/18/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, romantic
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Review 10 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Went here for our anniversary.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Went here for our anniversary. Food was delicious, service was perfect."
Dined on 04/08/2013
2013
Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 11 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Wedding Anniversary
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We celebrated our 35th wedding anniversary at Mark's. As always, the food is superb and the service responsive and gracious. We loved the grilled seafood plate - each item cooked just right. The family style serving of vegetables is a very nice touch. The ice wine was amazing - a rare find.
An elegant quiet place for intimacy and conversation with excellent food."
Dined on 04/01/2013
2012
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 12 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Fair)
2
/
5
Bad Fish Cooks
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The fish dish, amandine something, was terrible. It was cooked through and through, and and tasted deep fried with the consistency of rubber and salt. Please send your cook to learn how to make a fish dish.
And the waiting staff knows that their fish is bad but they're smart enough to stay out of your way while your still pick at it.
A fine fish dish should have the fish be soft and tender, without added salt or spices. Why is that so hard?"
Dined on 02/26/2013
2013
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Review 13 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Super steaks, great service
Food
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I've had several meals here and they are always great. Super food, good service. Consistent and a great experience."
Dined on 02/20/2013
2011
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, notable wine list
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Review 14 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
THE place for Valentine's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"THE place for Valentine's Day in Gainesville."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion
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Review 15 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
A great place for a Valentine's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"A great place for a Valentine's Day dinner. The steaks were all tender, the veggies were perfect. It was quiet enough to converse. A fine experience."
Dined on 02/14/2013
2007
Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 16 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great for a special night out
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Great atmosphere, great and efficient service... ,the lobster escargo is fantastic..our steaks were perfect ...appreciated the complimentary valet parking .."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2012
Special Features: neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion
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Review 17 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Food was great. Service could
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Good)
3
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Food was great. Service could use improvment. We were seated immediately but, after taking our drink order we didn't see our waiter again for about 10 minutes. After that he was slow in checking on us. Food came out quickly once we got to order."
Dined on 02/09/2013
2011
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Review 18 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Great Dinner
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"We very much enjoyed our dinner at Mark's Prime. We've been there many times and the food is consistently excellent."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2010
Special Features: good for groups, neighborhood gem, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 19 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
My wife & I both had meals
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"My wife & I both had meals that were excellent from start to finish. Chop Salad, Potatoes Lyonnaise, Lamb Chops, Delmonico & Bread Pudding all were terrific."
Dined on 02/08/2013
2005
Special Features: fit for foodies, special occasion
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Review 20 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
I don't remember waiter's
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"I don't remember waiter's name but he was excellent, our reservation was for 5:00 pm, we had wine and steaks, excellent, we'll be back!"
Dined on 02/02/2013
2008
Special Features: notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 21 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
They accommodated our group
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"They accommodated our group of 11 beautifully! We had a wonderful evening and the food was delightful."
Dined on 01/28/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, special occasion
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Review 22 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Always love the Delmonico,
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"Always love the Delmonico, cooked to perfection."
Dined on 01/25/2013
2013
Special Features: romantic, special occasion
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Review 23 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Can't go wrong here!
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Energetic
"Food and atmosphere is great, plates come out sizzling under steaks cooked to perfection, we will keep coming back here!
J&J Gainesville"
J&J Gainesville"
Dined on 01/26/2013
2010
Special Features: vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion, hot spot
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Review 24 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
The lamb chops were delicious.
Food
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
5
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate
"The lamb chops were delicious. Service was amazing and the atmosphere was very upscale. Will come back in the future."
Dined on 01/26/2013
2012
Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion
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Review 25 for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Overall rating
(Poor)
1
/
5
Awful food!
Food
(Poor)
1
/
5
Service
(Very Good)
4
/
5
Ambiance
(Good)
3
/
5
Noise Level
Quiet
"Wine was excellent. Service good. But food was awful. The crab bisque was only warm and pasty and not up to par with the original at Marks. The crab cakes were fair at best... Not lump crab as they used to be and was overly soft and mealy as if crab was frozen before use... Only flavor was red bell peppers. Marks once made great crab cakes but no more! The steak my wife had was very good... Bu no better than I can buy at the grocery store and make at home. My mixed seafood gril was awful! The fish...which was suppposed to be grouper was not grouper but likely magi magi and very overcooked. The shrimp was very over cooked and rubbery. The lobster tail was actually half of a small lobster tail and also overcooked. It was the worse."
Dined on 01/21/2013
2010
Special Features: notable wine list
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Ratings-Only Reviews for Mark's Prime Steakhouse - Gainesville
Based on the average of (48) ratings-only reviews
Overall
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
5 out of 5 recommend this product
Food
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Service
(Outstanding)
4.6
/
5
Ambiance
(Outstanding)
4.4
/
5
Noise Level
Moderate