Mr John's Steakhouse

We came with a large party (maybe 9 people) and the waitstaff was attentive without becoming intrusive.
I shared the boneless ribeye with my neighbor and it was probably the best steak I've had in years. Grilled to perfection!
All of the sides were delish (Creamed Spinach, Mushrooms, Asparagus, Loaded Potato...)

It's an Old Skool steakhouse, old guys with white aprons. The organizer of the evening comes here whenever he's in New Orleans, I see why.

Previously been here about 10 years ago and the food was amazing. Well needless to say, our visit this weekend was a very disappointing. My martini was pretty good but hubby said his old fashioned was not good at all.

Now onto our meal, ordered the soft shell crab appetizer special with a seafood gumbo and turtle soup. Entrees were regular filet mignon, petit filet mignon and a side of creamed spinach.

Let me start at the beginning, our soup and gumbo came out in a reasonable time. The gumbo was decent but the turtle soup was very disappointing.

At one point the busboy came up to the table and asked if I wanted my martini refreshed and I said no. Mind you, I still had a third of my drink left, along with an olive. Next thing I know, he scooped up my drink and immediately walked away. When the waiter came up and asked how everything was I proceeded to tell him what happened and at that moment the busboy walked up and heard what I was saying and he did apologize and replaced my drink with a new drink.

I then went on to ask the waiter about the soft shell crab appetizer that we had yet to receive. Now I had already taken 2 bites of the filet and was very disappointed as it was bland. My husband said his steak was seasoned well. The waiter admitted he forgot to put in the order for the appetizer and then abruptly walked away. When he returned, I proceeded to tell him I was not pleased with the steak and would really prefer the soft shell crab appetizer and that I was not going to eat the steak nor pay for it. I then received the appetizer as my meal and it was mediocre and drowning in sauce.

At this level and prices of restaurant, everyone should have high expectations. Unfortunately, this time, Mr. John's Steakhouse didn't meet our expectations.

We frequent NOLA about 4 times a year and after several recommendations to check out Mr. John's Steakhouse we finally stopped in. Making reservations was easy, after a quick Uber ride we were checking in. It appeared that despite being on time our table was not ready. We were directed to the small bar area that was filled with people. We spent a while trying to order a drink, but with all of the bodies it wasn't idea to be standing while holding a drink. I was a little annoyed since we were dressed up, in heels and holding out bags, coats and now our drinks.

Once we finally made it to our table we started with the complimentary meatball, which was super yummy. Honestly, I would have ordered a plate of them but I didn't see them on the menu. We opted to start with the Onion Rings and boy were we happy! A large order that was perfect for sharing with 3-4 people. The red onions were something we hadn't had in an onion ring but offer a little sweetness which we loved.

Dinner is where things went a little down hill. My biggest pet peeve at a restaurant is when your meal comes with sauces/ additions that are not mentioned on the menu. I went with the Braised Pork Belly- which menu says is: "Seared crispy and served atop garlic mashed potatoes with a roasted shallot jus". Instead I got the pork belly covered in a sauce which was kind of spicy and sweet potato mash. I didn't eat more than a bite of two. At a normal restaurant I feel like staff notice and inquire- not here. Even when I didn't want it boxed up no questions asked. For the price you pay here I was disappointed.

The mac and cheese was good, the filet mignon and petite filet were also very very good. Steak wise- this is a great choice (it is a steak house after all). Dessert was very similar to the main in a sense that a lot came on mine that I didn't know was coming. It could have been the lack of explanation from staff or just not adding items to the menu, either way it left me feeling meh.

Would we return? I don't see it in our future. There are a lot of food options in NOLA and a for a $300+ dinner and drinks I'm not sure it was worth it.

I recently enjoyed a quality ribeye steak with an old-time, nice atmosphere, and it was a culinary delight. The perfectly cooked, tender, and flavorful ribeye was a true standout, making it a must-try for steak enthusiasts looking for a charming, nostalgic setting.

Best steakhouse in NOLA. But also excellent non-steak options especialy french onion soup, onion rings and shrimp
Outstanding professional service.

Amazing!! The ambiance of this restaurant is elegant but not over the top. The steaks are to die for!! Literally everything from the food to the service was top tier.. truly fine dining!

I guess the management did not take the same hospitality course the awesome waiters did. Our group endured an unacceptable wait time to be seated. Drinks should have been offered to us while we waited 30 minutes for our reserved table to be vacated. No apology. Did not look good.

Immediately opinions shifted once our cheerful waiter arrived and the bottles started to flow. Wonderful and incredibly inexpensive wine list. Varieties from all over the world including the pacific north west.

Bacon wrapped stuffed shrimp and fried green tomatoes are a must have. The shrimp are meaty and savory. The tomatoes are loaded with a generous amount of crab meat. Everything is loaded with crab meat here. Might be a bit excessive.

Steaks tasted like steak and not whatever you find in supermarkets these days. Cooked perfectly. Perfect color. Creamed spinach very good. Exactly what you expect it to be.

Sat at the bar with friends two nights ago. We had (between us all) a steak, pork belly, potato's au gratin, a crab cake, a few glasses of wine and a couple mixed drinks. Everything was fantastic. Charlie the bartender was excellent and a perfect host.

Mr. John's Steakhouse is my favorite steakhouse in the city. I keep drifting away to try other steakhouses in the city, but I always return like a boomerang. The atmosphere, service, and food are impeccable!

Their appetizers are always tasty and I love the complimentary meatball they bring out. Their steaks are always well seasoned and cooked to perfection. As much as I want to finish each bite; I always end up with delicious leftovers I happily devour at lunch the next day.

The way the servers brought out food was theatrical. They do not casually walk to your table with your food, they will walk and cross around your table to place the food at same time. It's like putting on a show, I could not wrap my head around it when I noticed it the first time. It was a nice touch to dinner.

Overall, this is where I would take my most important people in my life for a special dinner for a perfect evening. Don't miss out on Mr. John's!

Food was good. Customer service the best. Very pricey, and I'm not really a steak lover, so I'm not the best judge, but everyone loved theirs. The bills came too $400 for two. Nice ambience. Honestly for me, I've had much better for a lot less. But the anniversary guest enjoyed it that's what counts.