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Sullivans Steakhouse

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For two star American, try Sullivan's Steakhouse in Austin. Check out this affordable place in the Warehouse District area. It's known for its steak. It's been awarded the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence award. Know before you go: this place features dancing. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a hip atmosphere. This restaurant features private rooms, a full bar, catering, and fine wines. This place is good for groups.

Expert Reviews of Sullivans Steakhouse

Citysearch | This traditional steakhouse pulls out all the stops for a unique dining experience.

The interior speaks of old-school elegance, with dark-wood paneling, faux library and black-and-white photographs. The dining room faces an expansive open kitchen and the sealed-off, temperature-controlled...
citysearch.com - expert review - 03/26/2007
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Wcities

this premiere bar and restaurant located in the warehouse district is by far a first choice for one of the best steaks available in austin. besides a great steak, they host live jazz in their new york-style...
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10Best

in the heart of the downtown warehouse district. when you enter the doors of this eatery, everything screams posh sophistication. hearty handcut steaks are the stars of the show along with an impressive wine...
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IgoUgo

i have been here for formal occasions and have always loved it. very masculine with a boxing theme and a martini bar attached. they do great steaks and are quite close to some of the best nightspots in austin....
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RestaurantRow.com

service was extremely slow, not up to the standards i'm used to...
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Cigar Aficionado

private rooms accomodate 12 to 100 guests; live jazz nightly...
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AOL CityGuide

big steaks in a macho setting...
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Yahoo! Travel

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Gayot

unlike all the big city steak palaces still duking it out, sullivanis doesnit have much at stake for competition in austin---this is the place for a top-of-the-line steak experience when you are throwing...
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OpenTable

Sullivan's is reminiscent of a 1940's Chicago styled steakhouse featuring the finest steaks & seafood, unparalleled martinis, & great live jazz! The interior has touches of art deco with dark polished wood,...
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User Reviews of Sullivans Steakhouse

Yelp.com Review - by Anna C.

2 of 5 stars. Seriously!!! This places sucks! Once again, TX has disappointed me. FIrst off, you think you're going to a classy steakhouse...and classy this place is not. You have female hostesses and servers…
yelp.com - user review - 02/22/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jamilatu Z.

1 of 5 stars. I was so utterly disappointed with this hell-hole. First of all, my boyfriend and I made reservations at this place for 8:45 PM. We didn't get seated until 10:00 PM. Now can anyone tell me what the…
yelp.com - user review - 02/16/2008
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AVOID ON VALENTINES!!!!

If you are into waiting three hours (NOT AN EXAGGERATION ON VALENTINES) for a cold steak that was burned on the outside then i recommend eating at this place.
citysearch.com - user review - 02/15/2008
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Great Experience

My company hosted a dinner at Sullivan's in one of their private rooms & it was fantastic. The room was beautiful, the steaks/seafood were great & the service was top notch. If you are in need of a private for...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/21/2008
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It's time has passed

Once again, I remember when this place was good. Back in the late 90's when...
urbanspoon.com - user review - 01/18/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Jim R.

2 of 5 stars. I guess we caught it on a bad night. Bad service, steaks not cooked the way we wanted. Very overpriced for what we got. Had a better steak at Magnolia cafe on South Congress a week later for 1/3…
yelp.com - user review - 01/09/2008
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Not the best.

I picked this place for my birthday dinner which turned out to be a huge mistake. I made the reservations for 9pm and we were seated at 945. Food came promptly, but two of the side dishes were forgotten...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/08/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by kate s.

4 of 5 stars. I went to Sullivan's on New Year's Eve, never having been to a fancy steak house before. Naturally, we made reservations well in advance. I should note that the person I spoke to did NOT mention…
yelp.com - user review - 01/05/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Marc R.

5 of 5 stars. I have always had an excellent experience at Sullivans. The food is cooked to perfection and when I ever have a special request , ( which can be often ) they are quick to respond. The steaks are…
yelp.com - user review - 01/04/2008
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Sullivan's no uptight dining here!!!!!!

Best restaurant in Austin -Hands Down!!! In town on business and looking for a "man's steakhouse", the Hilton recommended Sullivan's. What an experience!!!! We were greeted at the door by a swarm of beautiful...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tracy B.

3 of 5 stars. A fun place to go with friends, but I'm not sure that people are aware they serve choice grade steaks at prime prices. That's just wrong... and unethical.
yelp.com - user review - 12/23/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Marylou F.

2 of 5 stars. OMG! This place is way overpriced. The service was bad, they never brought my dessert and we had to ask for the bread. My steak was ok and the salad was really good with the blue cheese dressing.
yelp.com - user review - 12/18/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Danny V.

4 of 5 stars. Sullivan's is the kind of place you go when you feel like a million bucks or want to be treated like it. The staff is always warm and friendly and there are a host of great waiters and waitresses…
yelp.com - user review - 11/27/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by jeremy c.

3 of 5 stars. I was not very excited about it. The food is good but very expensive, and the service needs a lot of improvement, beggining at the door. I really liked the salad with the blue cheese. Not a place I'd…
yelp.com - user review - 11/11/2007
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Great Place

This is a great business place in which to meet new people. The bar is relaxing and inviting.
kudzu.com - user review - 11/05/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Russell P.

5 of 5 stars. My absolute favorite place for red meat in Austin! I have been here a few times and am constantly overwhelmed by the hospitality of the staff and the perfection of the menu. I could bathe in the…
yelp.com - user review - 10/28/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Tom P.

3 of 5 stars. Ups Martini's are fantastic here. The bar and wine selection are good. House table bread is outstanding. Favorite appetizer is the seared Ahi Tuna. Wow! The entree - Mushroom Duxelles Filet Mignon…
yelp.com - user review - 10/13/2007
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Been a while but worth it!

I have not been to Sullivan's in a couple of years. I have to admit, the last time I was there it was good, this time it was great. The atmosphere has not changed, still packed. We did have to wait for our...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/07/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Anthony I.

3 of 5 stars. Sullivan's is not so much a place I go, as a place that other people take me. In that context, I like it alright. If it's my money, I have a long list of places I'd go first. To catalog its monetary…
yelp.com - user review - 09/26/2007
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Met all of our Expectations!

I recently visited Sullivan's Steakhouse for the first time in quite a while and was very impressed! My husband and I used to frequent Sullivan's but have spent more time checking out new restaurants in...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/04/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by lionelle b.

2 of 5 stars. This place was not good. The food was ok , my bread was old, the service could have been a lot better. The restaurant look s very nice, I just thought it was too dark. I would not recommendt it.
yelp.com - user review - 08/29/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Ozarka N.

2 of 5 stars. I do not normally write a lot, but it was a big disapointment. As we arrived it took a good ten minutes just for us to be noticed at the door, there was a party of five waiting before us. The hostess…
yelp.com - user review - 08/22/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kevin N.

4 of 5 stars. Kyle H. is right: Sullivan's will cost you a pretty penny if you let it, but like most places in Austin, there are pockets of affordability here. We stopped by recently for the Sunday night happy…
yelp.com - user review - 08/08/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by John B.

3 of 5 stars. Great Steaks, Good seafood. NOISY ENVIRONMENT! WHAT WAS THAT YOU SAID! I had to repeat my order to my waiter 3 times. Still got it wrong! That has happened 3 out of the last 3 times with 3…
yelp.com - user review - 07/17/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Jennifer H.

2 of 5 stars. Plain ol' phooey! My steak tasted of liver (and I hate liver), my onion rings and potatoes tasted like I was swallowing a container of Morton's salt, and my chocolate souffle was yellowish and…
yelp.com - user review - 06/26/2007
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Bad Dining Experience

My wife and I went to Sullivans for our annivesary. The service was very good but the dining experience was horrible. We ordered an appetizer (cajun crabcake) and when they served it to us it was cold. My main...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/19/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kristen F.

3 of 5 stars. I went here for a bachelorette party. The maid of honor said she'd pick up the check, so we agreed we'd go, but when the bill arrived, she changed her tune. I was the only vegetarian in the party,…
yelp.com - user review - 05/16/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Kyle H.

4 of 5 stars. While I'm not normally a big fan of the chain steakhouse, if you're looking for a nicer (and pricier) meal Sullivan's will do you right. I recently attended a friend's Steak & Martini birthday lunch…
yelp.com - user review - 05/07/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Mel F.

5 of 5 stars. 4.5, friends. Finally, great food in Austin! However, I can not testify to the regular menu, because I was there for a party event...they served buttered lobster, king crab, raw oysters, stuffed…
yelp.com - user review - 04/23/2007
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Much dissapointment for a first time diner...

Last night was my first time dining at Sullivans. I've lived in Austin for about 3 1/2 years now and have been to just about all of the "up-scale" restaurants here. I'm a culinary graduate from Texas Culinary...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/19/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Larry M.

4 of 5 stars. Four and a half stars. I feel engineered to disparage the chain restaurant until I hear people like Tyson Cole (prepping for expansion?) sing the accolades of chain restaurants as something that's…
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Stephen V.

4 of 5 stars. For the evenings you're not feeling particularly price sensitive, Sullivan's cooks a mean steak. There are several upscale steakhouses in Austin, but this is my favorite (sorry RC). When you're…
yelp.com - user review - 03/12/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by John D.

4 of 5 stars. I love Sullivan's. Love it. I dig steak, regardless, so any place willing to cook the heck out of a piece of beef is good by me. They have great appetizers too (the iceberg wedge with bleu cheese -…
yelp.com - user review - 01/02/2007
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WOW!!!

My wife and I visited Sullivan's steakhouse to celebrate our anniversary. What can I say? The food was tasty, wine exceptional and fantastic service. I would highly recommend Sullivan's to a friend. Our...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/01/2007
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Yelp.com Review - by Michelle C.

4 of 5 stars. The food here is AMAZING. Both the steaks and the seafood dishes are always perfectly executed and just incredibly sumptuous. The only thing that weirds me out a little is the atmosphere. It is…
yelp.com - user review - 12/09/2006
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Best Dining Experience in Years

My husband and I went to Sullivan's after our impromtu wedding with high expectations. We had an amazing dining experience. The food was outstanding, the timing was perfect, the restaurant was beautiful, and...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/17/2006
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What happened???

My wife and I have come here for special occasions for years, it has always been a staple of where we love to dine, with that being said, it will not be a place we will return. From the moment we drove up to...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/25/2006
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Sullivans Has Slipped!

I went to Sullivans last night to celebrate a relative's birthday. It had been about a year since I last dined at Sullivans. From the get-go, I knew something was amiss. The top-shelf cocktails ordered...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/28/2006
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Excellent Evening

My colleagues and I had a very enjoyable dinner at Sullivans. Here is a summary of our experience and food: Food / Drink: Overall - wonderful. Would have no hesitation ordering any item again during a future...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/20/2006
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Nice place but...

Nice place but the food leaves a little to be desired. My steak tasted like liver, my onion rings and potatoes were way too salty, and my chocolae souflee was the worst I have ever had. The only good thing...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/07/2006
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Going downhill

This place used to be exciting but it's definitely gone downhill in the last couple of years. The atmosphere and the food seem off. There are a lot more great places to eat in Austin.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/22/2006
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Love At First Steak

I never knew steak could invike feelings of love until I visited Sullivan's. The service was excell...
judysbook.com - user review - 03/22/2006
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Yelp.com Review - by Allison B.

5 of 5 stars. Oh my gosh, the food here was exceptional. I was a little annoyed that the reservation wasn't really honored (8:30, seated at 9:15) but after a talk with the manager, we were treated VERY well, beyond…
yelp.com - user review - 03/19/2006
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Poor Valentine's Dinner experience

My wife and I went to Sullivan's for Valentines day, and we it was a disappointing experience. We arrived 5 minutes before our 8pm reservation, and were told there was a 20-30 mintue wait. We couldn't find a...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/16/2006
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Sullivan's is excellent!

I recently went to Sullivan's for the first time. We had a reservation and were seated promptly. I ordered filet mignon with au gratin potatoes. My steak was tender, succulent, perfectly cooked and seasoned,...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/18/2006
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Wonderful food!

After reading the other reviews I felt I needed to add mine. The food here is terrific! They have many items that are "off the menu"; just ask your waiter for these items and he/she will gladly explain them....
citysearch.com - user review - 11/29/2005
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Don't waste your time

My husband and I went there a year ago (October 2004), for our anniversary. No I didnt make reservations because I foolishly thought being a Tuesday night, it was unnecessary. We were told the wait was going...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/04/2005
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Bud Thompson

I have eaten at this restaurant many times. It appears that new management has added considerable value to both the quality of the food and the service. It is definitely Austin's best high quality steak house.
citysearch.com - user review - 10/04/2005
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Great business meal

I often visit Austin on business and I never miss an opportunity to eat at Sullivan's. I recently took the opportunity to have a meal with a colleague and a client and it was even better than I remember. This...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/03/2005
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Sadly Disappointing

Having heard many raves about Sullivan's, we were eager to visit, but it must have been an off-night for them, because our entire experience was hugely disappointing. Though we'd made reservations, we waited...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/26/2005
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great drinks

One of the great advantages of having a drink in a nice restaurant is the wine. Sullivan's regularly...
judysbook.com - user review - 07/16/2005
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Wonderful place

We went for our anniversary and it was fabulous. Service, food, and overall experience was very pleasing. We had to wait for a short while to be seated but hostess was extreamly attentive and we were sat...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/05/2005
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Splendid time, great Filet & Mgmt

Well, on the contrary, the 5 of us had a great time at Sullivan's. Our first time, I have heard rave reviews about their steak, we got the filet and porterhouse and they were excellent, although some portion...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/17/2004
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Poor Management

I've been to this place a couple of times. I wasn't pleased at all both times. I was more upset with the staff. The food is just ok. Nothing to brag about. The staff is not that considerate of their customers....
citysearch.com - user review - 10/12/2004
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Bad Dining Experience

Went there for a birthday dinner. Made reservations for 7:30pm on a wednesday night. Ended up getting seated at 9:15pm. I was surprised how small the dining area was...no wonder the wait was so long. Our...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/26/2004
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Disappointing

Being from South America and growing up on great and natural beef, I found it extermely disappointing, especially for a "premium" restaurant. The beef was drenched in Worcestershire sauce or similar, totally...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2004
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very disappointing

My experience was disappointing. The waiter questioned my beer choice and never picked up our salad and appetizer plates. WE had to stack them on the end of our table. They were out of one of the side dishes...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/12/2004
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Cooked just right

I cam in from Minneapolis of which is home to one of the finest Steakhouses in the country. Sullivans was not quite to that reach, however I found our waitstaff and service was up there at the top. When I...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/04/2004
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Overbooked

Every time I go to Sullivan's I make a reservation and end up waiting for an hour (beyond the time of my reservation) for a table. Clearly the management is overbooking to boost bar sales. They are taking...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/24/2003
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A Great Dining Experience!

I have been to Sullivan's many times over the past few years, and have had nothing but exemplary food and service. They are accommodating, and the restaurant has a great atmosphere. Highly recommend this spot...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/24/2003
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World Class ! ! !

I currently live in Hong Kong and call Austin home. I travel all over the world and think Sullivan's is a World Class resturant. I eat there every 3 months when I am home. Great Service, Food, Wine and...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/03/2003
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Monday night-1/2 priced bar food!

Visit the Sullivan's Bar on Monday nights. Talk about value --- 1/2 priced bar food. The best burger in town, by far.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/15/2003
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Awesome!

My husband and I Just spent a great evening there, our waiter, Kyle was the best, the food, although a bit pricey, was worth every penny. We had the seared Ahi Tuna appetizer, which was good, but not being a...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/10/2003
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not bad, loose the attitude

First timer, food okay, overpriced," our server disappeared"? wandering aloof hostesses, get real, lower the prices a bit, leave out the salt, and sweet pineapple house drink, fill up the wine glasses. this is...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/26/2003
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Overrated

Each time I've eaten here I've come away more than slightly displeased. If it isn't absolutely torching a $30 steak, thus ensuring I won't be able to eat with the rest of my party as they prepare another one...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/22/2003
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Upscale but horrid food

Overpriced. The steak tasted like it was broiled and had no flavor. The shrimp dish was something you could make much better at home. My group and I were not impressed at all with the whole dining experience....
citysearch.com - user review - 01/26/2003
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Excellent Wine Choices

Loved the restaurant! Fits in with Austin perfectly. Really enjoyed the wine list, choices of wine, and the wine stewart. Highly recommend a visit when in town... which I am every 3 months.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/13/2003
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Are you ready to RUMBLE!

I have eaten here mor efrequently than any other steakhouse in Austin, and find it simply the best. Often I go early and enjoy the Jazz and the crowd at Ring Side, Sulivan's bar. The always call at the...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/31/2002
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What's all the RUCKUS?

loud, overpriced, over- seasoned steaks.High priced drinks. The bar area is crowded , but fun.The food is secondary to the bar , and people watching .The place was VERY loud !
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2002
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Best in Austin

I have dined here many times over the past few years and have had only one bad food experience (which was taken care of more than adequately by management). Great steaks, great atmosphere, great service.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2002
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Good Times

Great Food and Ambiance! Give this place a try if you can get in. Truely one of Austins best and most popular restaurants.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2002
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I feel that this is a very good steakhouse in Austin
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2002
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Good meat.

The best steak in Austin hands down. Expensive but worth it if you do not mind spending the money.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2002
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so good

I enjoy Sullivan's every time I get to Austin. The service and environment can't be beat. And the steaks... Mouth-watering! I am happy to see a Sullivan's finally in Dallas. Thanks.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/04/2002
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I'd Go Back

Sullivan's is a pricey steakhouse, but I would go back. The service was very friendly and attentive. I can't remember the last time I had servers who actually seemed to care about me.They cared about how I...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/21/2002
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Overpriced!

I have been to Sullivan's a number of times and have been disappointed everytime. When I have brought clients in for dinner I suggest that we dine at another steakhouse but always end up at this overpriced...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2002
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Great Steakhouse!

Great Food and a Great Place to dine with the boys.
citysearch.com - user review - 06/28/2002
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