Mike McVey

Review of NICK & SAM STEAK HOUSE

After attending two separate dining events at this...

After attending two separate dining events at this restaurant within a week, I can honestly say that the service and atmosphere are lacking. This is NOT a 5 star place.

Food: good but not near worth the price point. Cheapest filet mignon was mid $40s. All the sides were ala carte.

Atmosphere: The place is a beautiful space. Nicely decorated in an Art Deco style. BUT, the tables were placed WAY too close together on the Saturday night that we visited. Our party of 8 was packed so close to the adjoining table of 8 that the waiters could not easily walk between the tables. I was bumped every time they tried to serve food to either table. Maybe this is what the owners are going for (packing as many patrons in the restaurant to boost revenue), but the atmosphere and energy in the place seems more like a hectic Mexican restaurant (like Uncle Julio's). The wait staff seemed confused and were constantly rushing around to serve the hundreds of guests. They were almost running/bumping in to each other because they were so rushed. Not the slow-paced, calm service you would expect at a restaurant of this price point.

If you are looking for a high quality, easy atmosphere of a true 5 start restaurant, this is NOT your place.

I complained to our server on Saturday night regarding the table spacing, and he said there was nothing he could do about it, and did not offer any concessions. He said the management was aware. I spoke to the manager as we were leaving and he could not be bothered at all.

I can honestly say, I won't ever be spending my $$$ at this place when I want a high-end steak in the future. There are too many other notable, high-end steak places in Uptown now. Do your homework.....I wish we had.