Mignon Steak House

I was really excited to try Mignon after moving to Rutherford, based on all the rave reviews I'd seen and how cute the place looks from the street. I have to say, my first experience there last night will be my last. The dining room stunk of an incredibly foul bathroom odor. We should have left right then and there. We were then presented with complementary bread served with steak tartare. Usually I would be pleased with this, but there's something disconcerting about eating raw beef in a room that smells like an overflowed toilet. My boyfriend's duo of filet and short ribs was decent, not great. The mashed potato and sauteed spinach sides were pretty good. My scallops entree was completely inedible. I don't know what on earth the sauce was intended to be, but it is possible it smelled worse than the poop air encompassing the restaurant. The menu doesn't elaborate on how anything is served. It simply says ""broiled scallops"" or ""broiled shrimp."" My boyfriend confirmed that I should not eat the food and I moved my plate away from me to get away from the smell. Our waitress was pretty unfriendly and rude, but I wouldn't be happy if I had to work amid sewage stench either so I'll give her a pass. The bottom line is that the decor is the only thing this place has going for it and that cannot overcome the bad odors, bad food, and bad service. I sincerely hope that we dined there on an off night and they were having temporary plumbing issues. I can't imagine that Mignon would have so many positive reviews if this were a regular occurrence. My advice to anyone who does choose to dine here would be to stick to the beef and avoid the seafood at all costs. more

I ordered a 1/2 dozen raw oysters as my appetizer. Most of them tasted fine, but 1 or 2 had an odd taste. Needless to say, I spent the next 4 days with a horrible upset stomach and most of my time in the bathroom...including having to miss a day of work. When I finally went to the doctor, I was diagnosed with a bacterial infection that took a strong anti-biotic to get rid of. I consume raw seafood, be it shellfish or sushi, on a very regular basis, and I have never had a reaction like this. Not a good sign for this restaurant! That alone means I will NEVER go back! The rest of the meal was OK, but not worth the prices! more

Went there with a reservation for a ""free birthday"" dinner which they have been promoting for a long time. Cons: terrible parking, service not good, food not that great and too expensive, not enough food more

My fiancee & I are food experts .. this was the most amazing food we have had in a long time, there wasnt anythin wrong with it at all. Every bite was to die for!! The service was on point also. We both highly recommen it if you are into great food & service!!!! Pros: amazing food awesome service Cons: nothing more

I used to go to Mignon for special occasions as it has the menu of a New York City steakhouse and can pull it off. But, last time I went we were disappointed. The meat (had a sampler of various cuts of meat) was chewy and overcooked and we did not have the same attention from the staff. We decided that we were played out on Mignon and took it off our list. Pros: Good value, food sometimes exceptional Cons: crowded more

I've been going to this restaurant for quite sometime and am displeased to say that I will no longer be eating there. After enjoying some of their reasonably priced overly seasoned lamb chops I decided to finish the mashed potatoes. Inside was an already chewed up piece of mint flavored gum. I mentioned to the manager what I had found and she declined to accept fault for the incident and offered to buy us coffee and dessert. I am disgusted to have eaten at such an unsanitary location. Pros: decent steaks Cons: unsanitary location, miserable management more

Given the price for the steaks we ordered, we were not satisfied upon our second visit last night. My T-Bone (ordered medium) came medium-well cooked, and my wife's Filet Mignon was everything but tender, in fact is was grossly overcooked and rather chewy. The dry flowers in an old Pellegrino bottle are just tacky, the chipped plates should be replaced, and necessary roof repairs should be done before opening to guests. Also, I should not have to write these things, the owner should know them. Pros: Has potential to be a nice and cozy restaurant Cons: Still has to work getting there more

This place is very good for any occasion. Not as romantic as Cafe Matisse across the street but it's a great place for a well priced steak. Simliar to a NYC steakhouse the meats are great and we enjoyed the sides as well. This place can be romantic and is not a good place for children. Pros: Great Steaks, resonably priced more

From the chef who brought Village Gourmet to you comes this sophisticated yet unpretentious steak house. Great food, done to perfection and as desired. Freindly staff, cozy, great date night attraction. Pros: Food, Atmosphere, Staff Cons: I LOVE THIS PLACE more