Aj Maxwell's Steakhouse

Working in Hotel Guest Services, it's part of my job to find the best places to eat in the city. Now, when it comes to steak, I've never found any steakhouse I rather eat at then Peter luger in Brooklyn (and trust me I tried many of the top of the line places in the city). The problem is, none of my guest want to wait in long lines, take taxi's to brooklyn and only pay cash, so I had to find something that could match this place. And I found it when I came across AJ MAXWELL"S. The food is great, and the menu gets larger every time you go in (which in my case is often) and not once have I been disapointed. The service is amazing, probally better then any other place I've eaten and I must say they treated me like a king everytime. The atmosphere is just perfect. It would appeal to anyone, not to loud, not to quiet, not to young, not to old just perfect. In my eyes I think Maxwell's is a winner hands down in all catargories you think of when deciding what steakhouse your going to eat at tonight and I would recomend it to anyone who wants to eat good. Congrats to the staff all around, you guys are making and serving the best steaks in the best city. Pros: Eclectic menu for a steakhouse and all the food speaks for itself. Cons: You might eat to much. more

A.J. Maxwell's looks, feels, and smells like your classic steakhouse. It is tastefully appointed and the energy is positive. You are struck with an immediate sense of ease and familiarity; thanks to the capable and unpretentious staff . The early evening bar scene is lively and cool. The drinks come fast and stiff. The food is very good and the portions are MYTHIC, making dessert highly improbable. I also like the diversity of the clientelle which solidly reflects the character of this greatest city we live in. I highly recommend A.J.'s, and the value for price is absolutely fair. more

AJ's is the best of both worlds, it's old school customer service where the owner greets his guests at the door meets new school menus where you can order fantastic fresh fish to simply great steaks. You can't go wrong on AJ's, should you require a quiet, romantic date night or a fun and singles hook up; you'll find both in either the cozy restaurant or the singles scene bar side. The staff made my guests and I feel like we were at Cheers. Try it out, you won't be sorry. more

The food was very good and the service was professional. On our evening we encountered, along with many of the other diners, a boisterous table of partygoers who had booked two tables. As we were looking for a quiet evening in a good steakhouse, the noisiness and complete disregard for other diners displayed by these boorish partygoers made the evening quite disagreeable. more

We have dined at AJ Maxwell's on 3 different occasions, and have never been disappointed. The food, the service and the decor all add to make this a wonderful dining experience. As a Travel Agency owner, we book many people in Manhattan for weekend getaways, and I always feel confident recommending this restaurant to our clients. Pros: very consistent quality of food Cons: not in the city enough more

Our group of eight came here on wednesday for dinner. the place was very busy. Pros: very personnal restaurant more

I was in NYC for a few days, and our hotel concierge recommend this restaurant nearby; result: great scene, the waiter was excellent, not up too tight at all, quick and knew his menu very well. The steak was super, wine list for every taste and wallet and you don't have the feeling you've got rubbed when you see the bill. Try it. Pros: Rockefeller Center more

Visiting NY and looking for a good steak. AJ was recommended by hotel. Our waitress was great, pleasant, personable, and fun. Wine selection was ok. Our steaks were ordered medium and medium well. We requested no butterfly on the steaks and let the waitress know we were not in a hurry so no rush on the steaks. When steaks arrived they were completly burned on both sides, no not charred BURNED. The medium steak was well done and the medium well was raw in the middle. We attempted to eat the steaks and had to cut a 1/4 inch all the way around just to get to anything not burned. In addition, they had no flavor what so ever. In an attempt to try to enjoy we didn't initailly complain and gave the waitress our credit card. We then spoke with her about the steaks and pointed out that we didn't eat all but a bite or two. She asked why we didn't complain sooner and we said it was not in our nature but we didn't feel right about paying the $180.00 bill for 2 burned steaks, 2 salads, one side, and two glasses of wine. As she already had our paid bill she apologized and went to the back room. We waited around for 15 minutes for someone to come to our table (the manager, the cook, someone). Our waitress never returned nor did anyone else. We are attempting to contact them both by mail, phone, and email and have not received anytype of response. You would think that a steakhouse could cook a steak that had atleast a little flavor and was not totally burned. We go to NY quite often and have large business dinners. We will never return, never bring clients, nor recommend to anyone else. From other reviews we have read, this restaurant either great or terrible no inbetween. Pros: Good Service Cons: Terrible Reviews, Complaints Ignored more

great food great service a fun place to go for drinks or dinner love everything about it the people were so friendly. a must go when in the city more

I went to NYC recently, and I heard about this place through a friend. I went, not that hard to find being that it is around the corner from Rockefeller center. I had the steak, which made my trip. I never had anything as ood as this place. the way the steak was prepared, the side dishes, the appetizers, the drinks, the staff, all really good. They made me feel really welcomed and relaxed, and they did not hesitate to make recommendations. If you live there or visiting, you have to stop by and try it out. Pros: Food, atmosphere, if you can, private dinning in there special wine room Cons: nothing, especially after seeing the wine room more

i have to say that everything about aj maxwell's looks like your classic steak house. from the white clothed tables, to the impeccable service to the massive hunks of meat coming out of the kitchen. too bad it didn't taste better? the irony is that i went to the restauarant with two friends who raise beef cattle for a living. they agreed the steak, while massive, really lacked flavor. i started with a ceasar with stale croutons, and knife-chopped lettuce. then i had the rib eye, which could have fed a family of four. they had the filet mignon, which was smaller but no more flavorful than anything else at the table. the mushroom side dish was good. the wine list had very few good selections for under $100. i felt like this restaurant was trying to focus too much on its image and not on the food. oh well. Pros: service Cons: food - too much of it with too little flavor more

If you're looking for a place to impress, AJ Maxwell's is the place for you. I took clients there for dinner before a broadway show. They couldnt stop raving about the meal. My client actually called me the next day to say she had a dream about the lamb chops -- the best she's ever had. The staff and service were superb. I wouldnt hesitate to recommend it to anyone. Pros: Great food, service and atmosphere more

The staff to the food & wine to the desserts are all outstanding.From when you first walk thru the front door,the staff really makes you feel welcome.The food is made with pure perfection.The wine selection is impecable, and the desserts end the most enjoyable evening with 1 BIG SMILE.Definately make this a place you have to dine in, I PROMISE you will come back. Pros: all the above Cons: none more

I heard so much about this place that I had to try it. I just so happen to be in the city last weekend with my wife and stopped by. I had no reservations, and the place was full. The hostess and front desk staff did their best to get me a table without a long wait. We were drinking at the bar when someone from the front desk came to find us to let me know that our table was ready. Although the place was packed, the server came over right away and got our drinks, made some dinner suggestions, & took our order. We watched the servers and management hustling and bustling to make sure everyone was happy properly served. This impressed me. It made me feel we didn't get lost in the crowd. Our food was brought out promptly. The seafood platter was a masterpiece on ice. The lobster, shrimp and crabmeat freash and plump. Our salads that followed were crisp and original. The steaks, juicy, tender and bursting with flavor. We didn't need the bernaise or au poive sauce to enhance the flavor of the meat. It was my wifes birthday, and Pros: accomated us without reservations, delicious food, warm, friendly servers more

I went to A.J. Maxwell's with several of my girlfriends after work for drinks and appetizers. I was impressed with the size of the bar/lounge area. It was packed and we still had room to mingle. The four of us sat at a bar table where we were served our drinks and apps by a very friendly waiter. We actually had 2 waiters, each very nice and attentive. Instead of the usual bar food, we chowed down on steak sandwiches, dim sum, lillipop lamb chops, and finger licking fried calamari. The drinks, although they seemed expensive, we re huge and worth it. My friends had a great time, maybe a bit tipsy, but we all had a blast. The bar, packed with handsome men, is a great place to meet men. They were friendly, generous and fun. I will be back with the rest of the crew. Pros: good looking men, large drinks, ample space, good food Cons: none more

I was at AJ Maxwell's during the week with the guys and brought my family back this weekend. I was impressed both times. Not only was the service outstanding, the food was great. I ordered a rib eye and I was tempted to pick up the bone and start eating from it. My wife had the short ribs, and she got annoyed that I kept eating from her plate, that's how good it was. My mom and dad had fish that was equally fresh and tasty. The sides we all wonderful and the portions large. The kids were thrilled with the mini burgers, chicken cutlet parm and mac and cheese. The is something for everyone at this restaurant. I received the same service when I was with the guys at a business meal, as with my family on the weekend. Everyone was extremely friendly and I felt right at home. You can bet I will be back over and over again. AJ Maxwell's is now my #1 place for business lunch/dinner, and family functions. Pros: Food, Service, Ambiance Cons: noisy when busy more

Ate at Maxwell's on a Saturday night with reservations in December. Highly recommend reservations if eating on a Sat in Dec - wait was probably 1 hour. more

All I can say is that I was pretty disappointed. I asked for a medium well porter house steak - well I guess that was the wrong thing to do. Not sure what grill they use but it was burnt on both sides, completely black. It tasted awful. My co-worker ordered filet mignon, same way. I guess they do not know how to cook it other than rare. Really disappointed. The place is loud, nothing romantic about it unless you go there for lunch. Grand Marnier $14.00 per shot....Now let's be real.. Pros: Non Cons: Loud and Bad Steak - Burnt not even charbroiled. Look like they took it out of a fire... more

WOW! What a nice place. Upon arrival we were greeted and seated immediatley. The staff was very friendly, the atmosphere was casual yet elegant, the restaurant was clean. All the makings of a happy visit. Pros: Fast, Friendly Service. Plenty of elbow room. Clean. Delicious food. Cons: Sort of expensive. Steep steps to bathrooms. Small tables. (they offer larger tables though). more

AJ Maxwells is the best restaurant I've been to in NYC. The food was delicious!!!! I can't wait to go back. Pros: Steak and Side dishes!!!!!! more