Keens Steakhouse, a classic New York chophouse, was already famous for its steaks and chops at the turn of the century. Founded in 1885, Keens has 90,000 clay pipes that line the ceilings – pipes once smoked by customers after dinner. Today Keens legendary mutton chops and dry aged prime steaks are still without equal in the city.

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Overall

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

(694 Reviews)

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(50)

2 stars

(18)

1 star

(3)

Food

(Outstanding) 4.4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 4.2 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 4.3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

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Keens Steakhouse Reviews List

Review 1 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great As Always

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/21/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Went for a business lunch. As always, the food was terrific and the service spot on. Only gripe was the tight seating. Can't talk without being overheard. But, it's one of my go-to places in midtown and I look forward to returning."

Dined on 5/21/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 2 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

A great meal in NYC

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/21/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I decided to have lunch at Keens with a great friend and both of us really enjoyed our food.. I thought the lamb chop I had was the best I ever tasted. The meat was perfectly cooked and so were the string beans that came with it. My friend had the sirloin steak and he was suitably impressed having been to many other steak houses in the USA. The only small issue we had was the space. The next table had to move their table and bump against ours everytime one of them needed to go to the washroom. However, it doesn't take away the fact that this was an absolutely outstanding meal."

Dined on 5/21/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, great for brunch, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 3 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great experience!

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Dined on 5/16/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Our expectations about "the best steakhouse in NY" were met.
The food, the ambience and the service was outstanding!
We really enjoyed it.
Don't forget to reserve a table; it is hard to get one.

We will be back!"

Dined on 5/16/2013

Special Features: good for groups, great for outdoor dining, late-night find, special occasion

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Review 4 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/20/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"A dignified landmark, no music, no attitude, welcoming staff, attentive service and meat cooked to order."

Dined on 5/20/2013

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Review 5 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Fabulous Experience!!!!!!!!!!

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Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Fabulous experience from start to finish....The restaurant and service was wonderful and the food was amazing...Best Steak I have ever had!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! PS I have the Fillet Mignon if I went again I would try the T-Bone, Had major food envy with the next table.."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 6 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Always a great meal

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/19/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I save Keens for special occasions. The setting is an old beautiful building, formally the theatre district, sitting amongst the skyscrapers of midtown Manhattan. There are different rooms to dine in, each with an old world feel and setting. Clay pipes hang on the ceilings, beckoning to a time gone by. The food at Keens is top notch. Steaks are dry aged in house and the mutton chop is one of those dishes you must try. This time around I had the Chilean Sea bass, they are not just known for steaks. This place is a gem."

Dined on 5/19/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 7 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

Slipping

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Dined on 5/19/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Have dined at Keens many times but this time was a big disappointment. Could not get plain iced tea, steak was not up to the price , one steak had to be returned and took 15 minutes to come back, food was cold and the service was very slow . After all these years making Keens a must on our trips to NYC, we will not return."

Dined on 5/19/2013

Special Features: notable wine list

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Review 8 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

You do not see what you are eating

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/19/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Poor) 1 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"The light is so scarce that you do not know if you are eating with your wife or your mistress
Very ulnpleasant
Too bad for the food is nice(except the french fries:you remember it two days after)"

Dined on 5/19/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 9 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance Very Good / Food Ok

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/18/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My wife and I were in town for SNL. We saw this restaurant on one of travel channels best places to eat type shows so we decided to go. I've been to quite a few steak houses, both chain and mom and pop style. The restaurant itself was very cool. Lots of history. Very fun to look at all the old pictures and pipes. As far as the food, for the price it was just ok in my opinion. We had the filet and the mutton with market veggies. The steak was good but I've had better (for less) and the mutton was very good. All in all I would recommend this to a friend but only because of the ambiance. Probably would have a star rating higher across the board if the price was slightly lower."

Dined on 5/18/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 10 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Wonderful Experience

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/17/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Food was excellent and service was second to none, highly recommend."

Dined on 5/17/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 11 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Historic place with Great food

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/17/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We had a nice meal and good service. Great steak and Mutton. Overall, a good time.
Tables are very close to each other which did not provide for romantic conversation. However, we met the people on each side and had a great time with them."

Dined on 5/17/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, neighborhood gem

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Review 12 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

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OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/17/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Excelente restaurant, no lo pierdo cada vez que tengo la oportunidad de venir a New York"

Dined on 5/17/2013

Special Features: great for lunch

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Review 13 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Best steak

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 2/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We went here as a group of 5 girls visiting New York. We weren't disappointed. The service, the atmosphere and the food were all fantastic. It's not a cheap night out, but certainly worth every penny. The portions are huge so we even came away with a doggy bag! We had 3 sides between 5 and it was ample. If we ever go back to New york we'd certainly book again. A hidden gem."

Dined on 2/10/2013

Special Features: good for groups, notable wine list, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 14 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

What a Steak

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/15/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"If you like a good steak then try this lovely restaurant with its original old club feel ,great ambiance, great steak, great wine, kind & helpful staff. My friend & I had a porterhouse steak for two with creamed spinach , it was perfectley cooked . A must try Steak house."

Dined on 5/15/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, late-night find, neighborhood gem, notable wine list, special occasion

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Review 15 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/16/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Keens is one of the best steakhouses in the city. The food is always perfect. Porterhouse MR works every time. I miscalculated the tip an the bill and the waiter corrected me. All class."

Dined on 5/16/2013

Special Features: good for groups, vibrant bar scene, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 16 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great experience

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/16/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My wife and I came here on our first trip to NYC and loved it. The service was great to go long with a great dinner. Would definitely recommend Keen's to anyone."

Dined on 5/16/2013

Special Features: romantic, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 17 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/13/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We sat upstairs. Beautiful room. Waitress was very nice and attentive to our every need. Relish dish with olives, celery and carrots with dip was placed on the table when we sat down. We started with shrimp cocktail. Big and cooked perfectly. Next was the thick cut bacon. Great flavor. We cut off the fatty areas. Coca-Cola served in glass bottles - ($3/bottle - yikes! And no refills!) T-bone and baked potato for the main course. Undercooked. Sent back. Perfect on the 2nd go round! Filet was tender. The strip side had a tough membrane that we had to cut around. Dessert - coffee ice cream with hot fudge. DELICIOUS!!! Overall a great experience for our vacation in NYC."

Dined on 5/13/2013

Special Features: romantic, special occasion

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Review 18 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/15/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"More than I expected. Great bar scene. Top notch bartender. Dinner was superb. It now is my favorite NY steakhouse. Had a delightful young female waitress. Not obtrusive-allowed us to conduct a business discussion without interferring. Have absolutely no complaints. Had the mutton chop. Great."

Dined on 5/15/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, hot spot

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Review 19 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Amazing steak!!

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/15/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The steak was just amazing & cooked to perfection. Service was great, answered all of our questions at ease. The best meal we had by far in NYC!"

Dined on 5/15/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 20 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect steak

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/15/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Best steak I had during my visit to NY (prime rib)"

Dined on 5/15/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, notable wine list, late-night find, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 21 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice Dining Big Portions

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Nice Dining Big Portions. Great service and good food. Be careful how you ask for meat to be prepared. Asked for medium well and it cam out more well. Observed another person at another table experience the same thing only she asked for medium but got medium well. Food was still good so I did not send back like other party did. I don't care to waste food like that."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, special occasion

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Review 22 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Nice food and great service

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Had a very juicy chicken and the best fries, I've had for a long, long time. Very friendly service and interesting decor."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: good for groups, special occasion

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Review 23 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/14/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Old-world charm & service . . . great single-malt scotch selection . . . I have never had a bad experience there . . .

- KEL"

Dined on 5/14/2013

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Review 24 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Maybe because it was Mothers day, service was good, steak wasn't worth it for the price. We make it a point to go to various steak house in NY and this was ok at best, very disappointing. My husband had the mutton and he enjoyed it."

Dined on 5/12/2013

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Review 25 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

best T-bone steak i've had

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Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"My steak was as close to the medium-rare holy grail as I've had.
The side dishes were fine.
The espresso pana cotta was quite good.
Our waiter was very helpful.
Keens is a standard."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: good for groups

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Review 26 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

A memorable Mother's day

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/12/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I was given a red tulip as well as a free drink in honor of Mother's day. The service, food and ambiance have remained consistantly excellent for the 20 years I have been going there.It's the place to be for a special occaision or just dinner before going to MSG."

Dined on 5/12/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, special occasion

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Review 27 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Honesty

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"My wife forgot her camera on the table .
They promptly reacted when we called back later that night .
Camera had already been found and we got it back the next day .
Many thanks for this great behavior .
See you soon .
Alfred"

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies

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Review 28 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Dining at Keen's Steak House in May

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We had a great time. You provided a large round table for our party of 8. We were all comfortable. The service was very good. The steaks were cooked accordingly and delicious, but the side dishes were lack-luster. The lobster bisque had nice pieces of lobster, but the soup itself was substandard. The various vegetable side-dishes were also not wonderful. One in particular, soggy cauliflower and broccoli, seemed to have been in a steam tray for 12 hours prior to reaching our table. Thank you still for the great environment and the beef, but at your prices, the side dishes should really be much much better."

Dined on 5/09/2013

Special Features: good for groups, special occasion

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Review 29 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

1 for 3

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I've been here 3 times now - twice were so/so and once was very good. Not consistent enough to want to go back again."

Dined on 5/04/2013

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Review 30 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I've been to steakhouses across the country and keen is the best by far, food and service great."

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 31 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Dynamite Porterhouse

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"My wife and I split the porterhouse for two and it was great, sides wets terrific. Highly recommend."

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 32 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

reservation date botched

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/11/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Fair) 2 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"I made my reservation for 5-11-13 for my bachelor party. The email that prompted me to write this review asked me "We would appreciate your feedback about your experience at Keens Steakhouse on 5/11/2013" The only problem was that when I arrived at the restaruant, the reservation they had me listed for was for 5-18-13. The restaurant blamed the reservation error on me, but it seems that it is either this website's fault or the restaurant's. They were able to seat me and my party of 10, though. But if they hadn't, I would have looked like a total a-hole in front of all my friends who flew in town to spend hundereds of dollars there. If it wasn't for that, I would have given higher ratings for overall service. The waiter was 4 stars."

Dined on 5/11/2013

Special Features: good for groups, special occasion

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Review 33 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Excellent Lunch

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Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Chateaubriand was excellent, but the surprise of the meal was the Prime Rib Hash. It's only on the bar menu, but we had it as an appetizer and it was amazing. Service (by S.M.) was excellent again. Would definitely return again."

Dined on 5/10/2013

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Review 34 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great steaks and pleasant staff

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Keens was an exceptional place to celebrate our anniversary. We were pleased from the moment we walked in the door with the ambiance and professionalism of the staff. The bar had a nice selection of drinks to cater to any taste while the restaurant prepared an amazing steak to satisfy even the most pretentious critic"

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 35 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Awesome Nostalgic Decor

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The thing that makes this restaurant great is the decor. You can tell that there is a lot of history in the place. From that perspective, it's worth a trip just for that.

As far as the food goes, the steaks were wonderful. The sides were only ok. I have had better sides at other steakhouses. Given the price, I would be more likely to try another steakhouse before returning to Keens."

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: vibrant bar scene, romantic, special occasion

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Review 36 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Fair) 2 / 5

2nd visit - will not go back

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/01/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Poor) 1 / 5

Ambiance

(Fair) 2 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"We decided to book a table at Keens following a wonderful night there last year - big mistake! Our waiter was the most miserable man we have ever encountered in a restaurant. The guy who poured our water was just as bad. No warmth or smile when taking our order, food was just ok - my husband loves steak and his ribeye was nothing special. Not once were we asked 'is everything ok?' as one would expect when you're paying $200 for a meal.

Suggest you go to Quality Meats if you want a fantastic steak and second to none service from lovely warm waiters who know you're out for a night out, paying a lot of money for a meal that you want to tell everyone about."

Dined on 5/01/2013

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Review 37 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Perfect for a celebration

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/10/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Food was delicious and outstanding service. We were never rushed. Waitstaff was professional and caring. Even the vegetarian joining us at the steakhouse found something to eat. In the party of ten, we tried the oysters, bacon, mutton, rib eye, filet mignon, porterhouse and sea bass. All cooked to order....I really like the mushroom side. Only complaint was the serving sizes were so large.

This is a do again....good food, great service, and able to accommodate a large party. We were seated upstairs in the pipe room. If seated there, look up to see the hundreds of pipe (smoking pipes, not plumbing pipes)."

Dined on 5/10/2013

Special Features: good for groups, special occasion

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Review 38 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great meal at a historic location

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Food, atmosphere and service were all excellent."

Dined on 5/03/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, romantic, special occasion

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Review 39 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Lunch

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/09/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Great place for business lunch because the servive is fast.
Nice place for out of towners who visit the city"

Dined on 5/09/2013

Special Features: great for lunch

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Review 40 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/08/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Steaks were so so.. ind of bland.. quality was there.. But could have used some more flavor.. creamed spinach was very good..."

Dined on 5/08/2013

Special Features: neighborhood gem

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Review 41 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

A gem within Herald Square.

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/08/2013

Food

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Great steaks and atmosphere. Deceptively big restaurant but still feels like a steakhouse should. We were a group of 6 and I felt like it was the perfect number of people. We got the mutton chop and porterhouse for 3 and had more than enough food for 6 guys with sides of course. The mutton has a distinctive flavor and while i don't think i could fully enjoy an entire mutton chop being able to share it was great."

Dined on 5/08/2013

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Review 42 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"Outstanding historic restaurant! One of my favorite dining establishments in NYC! The "mutton chop" was fantastic......."

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, hot spot, special occasion

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Review 43 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Great Steakhouse

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/07/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Quiet

"Everything here is top notch. My favorite piece of beef is still the prime rib (King cut). Cooked to perfection with plenty of flavor. Shared a few pieces of the Porterhouse which is also excellent. Sides were excellent and the chocolate mousse was delicious."

Dined on 5/07/2013

Special Features: good for groups, romantic, great for lunch, special occasion

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Review 44 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

If in New York....

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/04/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"Keen's Steakhouse is a must on your itinerary. Our table ordered the mutton, sirloin and dover sole. Each was excellently prepared and the portions were generous. The meats were particularly tender and the sole melted in my mouth. There is a excellent wine list and the service exceeds expectations. We'll definitely return!"

Dined on 5/04/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, neighborhood gem, special occasion

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Review 45 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Keens a good steak staple

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Good) 3 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"This was my 3rd time to Keens. Menu is good if a tad on the pricey side. I sat at the bar this time which has a bar menu which is much more reasonable. Steak was good, not a good as previous occasions but certainly couldn't complain! Will be coming back here again and again as the service is impeccable, the bar staff knowledgeable and the drinks and food are almost a "can't miss" for a decent meal."

Dined on 5/03/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, good for groups, vibrant bar scene, notable wine list, romantic, late-night find, neighborhood gem, hot spot

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Review 46 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Good) 3 / 5

Go for the bar

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 4/26/2013

Food

(Fair) 2 / 5

Service

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Ambiance

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Noise Level

Energetic

"I didn't think the filet was very flavorful, but it certainly was a cool place. Love the bar."

Dined on 4/26/2013

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Review 47 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Very Good) 4 / 5

Excellent steak

OpenTable Diner

Dined on 5/03/2013

Food

(Outstanding) 5 / 5

Service

(Good) 3 / 5

Ambiance

(Good) 3 / 5

Noise Level

Moderate

"The steak was excellent and well worth the price. The bacon appetizer was very good, too. The waiter was a little pretentious at first, but he ended up mainly irrelevant. He was not extremely helpful."

Dined on 5/03/2013

Special Features: fit for foodies, notable wine list, romantic, special occasion

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Review 48 for Keens Steakhouse

Overall rating

(Outstanding) 5 / 5