I recently had the pleasure of dining at J. Alexander Restaurant in Tampa, and I must say, the experience was quite enjoyable. The restaurant itself has an inviting atmosphere with its appealing decor and cozy seating arrangements.
One thing worth mentioning is their policy of having a single bill rule when dining with a group of five or more. While this may not be ideal for everyone, it does streamline the process of settling the bill at the end of the meal.
The service was generally prompt, as our food arrived quickly after ordering. However, there was a slight hiccup with our drink order. We had ordered beers, but unfortunately, they were forgotten by the staff. Thankfully, we had water to quench our thirst in the meantime.
Now, let's talk about the star of the show – the food. I must say, the culinary experience at J. Alexander was exceptional. The menu offered a wide variety of options, and each dish we ordered was beautifully presented and bursting with flavor. From the appetizers to the main course, every bite was a delight. The attention to detail and quality of ingredients were evident in each dish we tried.
Overall, despite the minor setback with the forgotten drink order, my dinner experience at J. Alexander Restaurant was fantastic. The delicious food more than made up for it, leaving a lasting impression. I would highly recommend this restaurant to anyone looking for a memorable dining experience in Tampa.
Our party of 4 was more than impressed with our experience here. From the moment we arrived, to the moment we left - perfection. The salmon, steak, French dip, drinks and carrot cake were all incredible! Our waitor was amazing as well. Kudos to management 👏
Visited J. Alexander’s today and sat at the bar. I ordered a medium cooked steak burger with cheese only. It came out with onions on it but since it hadn’t impacted the taste, I didn’t complain however the burger was a little over cooked as well. The bartender never came to check on me until I was finished and he noticed the onions. Wish he had paid attention to me a little more and that the burger was cooked better however overall burger was a little better than average and the atmosphere was pretty nice for the prices so would give a 4/5 stars. Hopefully training with the bartender and the kitchen staff will help others have a better experience.
I dined at J. Alexander, and it was a fantastic experience from start to finish. For appetizers, we had the steak rolls. It’s an egg roll with steak and cheese. Sort of reminded me of a Philly cheesesteak. It was really flavorful! For our entrees, I ordered the filet mignon, and it was cooked to perfection, tender and full of flavor. My husband went for the steak Maui, and he couldn't stop raving about it. Our son had the prime rib and thoroughly enjoyed it.
For dessert, we tried the pumpkin cheesecake, which was delightfully sweet and a perfect ending to our meal. To complement our dinner, I sipped on the doppelgänger cocktail, which was indeed yummy and balanced.
Nate, our server, truly stood out. He was cool, incredibly helpful, and attentive throughout our meal, making our dining experience even more enjoyable. We will definitely be returning to J. Alexander for another memorable meal.
Beautiful restaurant. Simple and classy. Our waitress was so nice and respectful. She spoke so soft and kindly. She offered suggestions when I asked since it was my first time there.
Always a great time at J Alexander’s. The food is great. The service is very good. We went for an early dinner today for the best soup they serve on Wednesday’s. You can’t go wrong with anything on the menu. The carrot cake is unbelievable. The best you’ll ever have. I highly recommend it.
Always enjoy this place. Outstanding food, had the southern fried chicken. There was enough for 2 or 3 meals. Friend has the Thai salad, it's delicious. Wasn't a huge fan of the fire grilled artichokes but they were nicely grilled and the sauce of was good, probably just a personal preference. Service was too notch. Would definitely recommend.
Food was petty good, steaks were cooked as requested, salmon was tender and had good flavor. Broccoli could've been cooked a little more but artichoke appetizer and deviled eggs were yummy. Drinks were good as well. Service was very good. We will definitely be back. The carrot cake dessert was delicious! Chocolate dessert was okay.
It was our first time at J Alexander’s and will certainly be back. We had a wait so we had a drink at the bar. Ryan greeted us immediately, my dirty martini was perfect.
Our server was Scott who was knowledgeable and friendly. I had the filet Mignon with the orzo and wild rice. My steak was cooked perfect and the orzo and wild rice exceeded my expectations. We also had the prime rib which was amazing. The carrot cake was one of the best dessert I’ve had, super moist and delicious.
My only negative complaint is it was kind warm in the restaurant other than that everything else was great.
Great food and service. Everything cooked to order.
My recent dining experience at J. Alexander's Restaurant was nothing short of exceptional. From the moment I stepped inside, the inviting ambiance and attentive staff set the stage for a memorable evening. The menu's diverse offerings cater to a range of tastes, and my choice of the "Wood-Grilled Salmon" was a delightful treat. The impeccable service, coupled with a well-curated wine list, elevated the experience. Capping it all off was the heavenly "Carrot Cake" dessert, leaving me with a strong desire to return and savor more of what J. Alexander's has to offer.
We had an awesome lunch this Saturday. Our usual dining choice of the bar was full at 1pm, so we grabbed a table.
Andrew was our server and he was excellent. For a 19 year old guy, he sure understands hospitality and great service. Excellent work and thank you, Andrew!
The kitchen was also on point! We tried the salmon dip for the first time and it was delicious! Fresh, light and tasty.
The chicken tenders were juicy, crispy and freshly hot.
And, of course, my favorite item that is unparalleled among even the ‘best restaurants’, the Mac & Cheese is uh-maze-ing!
Overall, we really felt welcomed by the entire restaurant team. The hostesses were friendly and smiling, other servers even welcomed us and said good bye.
So glad to enjoy such a great meal and elevated service!
Very pretty restaurant, polite & friendly staff. Very courteous and everyone seemed eager to speak or smile at you. Which is always nice. I enjoyed the ambiance, I thought the menu had many great things to choose from. I went with the chips and queso for a starter, which turned out fabulous. Full of flavor. My husband had a much larger appetite today, so he picked the 16 oz prime rib cooked medium rare served with a side of smashed potatoes. Both came out beautifully. He also ordered a side of fries which were both crispy and salted nicely. He barely touched his Caesar salad, but it looked pretty large and nicely dressed. I picked the rotisserie chicken Cobb salad. It had a ton of blue cheese crumbles, I loved that. Lots of bacon, avocado, tomatoes, cucumber, and very tasty tangy dressing. I loved it. Would highly recommend trying this place for a filling, and fabulous meal.
This is an excellent restaurant. I had a steak and red mashed potatoes. Both were excellent. The servers were friendly and efficient. I was with some work colleagues and we all enjoyed our meals. I would highly recommend.
This is actually one of my favorite restaurants in Tampa. I’ve been coming here for years. They have the best calamari in the city! Everything I’ve ever eaten here has been outstanding and they give very generous portions. Only thing I wish is that they would put the calamari, and both versions of the egg rolls on the everyday menu instead of on “Today’s Specials” so they’re always available to order. But, 5 stars anyway because I really love this restaurant.
Great experience, great service, and food. We always stop and eat a J Alexander's when we are on vacation, and they never disappoint. Missed some photos of the man meal but the devil eggs and mex chips and queso was a great starter.
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