Frankie Rowland's Steakhouse - Salem

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   leeh

   Richmond

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined 6 days ago

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   great place for a celebration. It was my Birthday treat
   

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   AMain

   1 review

   5.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 22, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Service was top notch and the food was really well done. We asked to bring home an item that we could not finish and they left it out of the bag. Very disappointing especially when the price of the item was $15. Overall they made us feel welcome and helped my wife and I celebrate our anniversary.
   

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   WilliamW

   Richmond

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 20, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience3

   I am more than willing to pay a premium for the food, drinks and ambiance; however, I do expect other patrons to have proper dress attire. Maybe a ballcap, t-shirt and shorts is better at a bar at Smith Mountain Lake. How about a dress code?
   

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   MikeN

   Richmond

   2 reviews

   2.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall2food2service5ambience5

   Mothers Day, 6:30 PM, reservations well in advance, like all the others there. Ordered our drinks, appetizer entree, and sides. The waitress advised us they were out of the baked potatoes, so we ordered mashed potatoes, we were told they were out, so we ordered the Au Gratin potatoes, and they were out as well. This place knew well in advance that it was Mothers Day, and they knew the number of reservations. This was at 6:30 PM, an early dinner. It wasn't like we had a late dinner. Give me a break, there is no way this should have ever happened. All they had available were french fries that we could have gotten at Mac & Bob's. Our bill was $200 plus, and we are eating french fries with our dinner! I was embarrassed for my wife to have to deal with this mess.
   

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   KevinP

   Charleston

   2 reviews

   4.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall4food3service5ambience5

   We had reservations for 6:30 pm Mother’s Day. At that point they out of a couple entrees, several sides.and one or two deserts. They said they were busier than expected. I will take the stuff at their word. Except I do find it hard to believe. A reservation type restaurant on a Mother’s Day weekend. You know you will be busy, you know about how many people to expect and what foods are typically ordered. Can’t help but think someone missed the estimated counts well outside of expected norms.
   

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   None

   1 review

   4.0

   1 review

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall4food5service4ambience4

   We had an outstanding experience. The food and service was excellent. Much nicer than the Roanoke location.
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   New York Area

   5 reviews

   4.0

   5 reviews

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall4food5service5ambience5

   Food, drink and service were top notch as always. The only disappointments were they ran out of Brussel sprouts and signature cheesecake which we ordered and were looking forward to.
   

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   FrankS

   Louisville

   2 reviews

   5.0

   2 reviews

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   It is our fine dining experience. Service is terrific and the ambiance is outstanding. We always leave looking forward to our next visit. Keep it up
   

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   OpenTable Diner

   Richmond

   3 reviews

   5.0

   3 reviews

   Dined on May 14, 2023

   overall5food5service5ambience5

   Natalie was awesome and her attention to detail was impeccable. Definitely a wonderful experience !
   

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    BobbieD

    Richmond

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience4

    The service and food was excellent! I would definitely go back.
    

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    Bgjg

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    3.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on May 14, 2023

    overall3food2service4ambience4

    1) Of the 4 of us, 3 ordered Filets. Waitress told us they would all be butterfly'd, none were. 2) All 4 of our steaks were blackened. We were not told they would be...and it ruined the taste experience for the 2 daughters (age 10 & 15) who have been looking forward to this for a long time. 3) Two of us got the filet w scrambled egg special and neither of us could eat the eggs. They were runny and flavorless. 4) Finally, my 10 year old daughter was most excited about the Molten Lava cake. When it arrived, she dug right in...only to find, NO lava in the middle. Big disappointment
    

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    KarenG

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great atmosphere and the food was delicious!! I would highly recommend for special occasions!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Charlotte

    7 reviews

    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on May 9, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everyone loved their meal and appetizers. Excellent wine list. One of our favorite places to bring guests.
    

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    maryh

    Tampa

    4 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined on May 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Second visit. To have a wonderful restaurant in a small town is a delight. Classy. Incredible service. Fabulous food and drinks.
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined on May 6, 2023

    overall3food3service5ambience3

    We were put in a spot that was hard to see enough to read the menu, but the waitress was very helpful. There was a large group right in front of our table and there were several children that started to run around and make a fair amount of noise especially for this kind of restaurant. I ordered my steak medium well and it came well done, not even a hint of pink even in the very center. It was dry and tough to chew. I ate 4 bites and left the remainder. The waitress agreed immediately that it was definitely well done and offered another steak but it takes so long to get the food that I know my husband would be done eating before I ever got it. My husband’s steak was large enough that he shared some with me and then we shared a dessert. They took the price of the steak off of our bill, but when you are paying over $60 for a steak they should know how to cook it. The other food was good, but I don’t think we will ever go back.
    

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    KellyH

    Richmond

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined on April 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Service was fantastic! They prepared my meal just as I asked. The only negative I can think of is the bar service was slow.
    

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    ChuckV

    1 review

    2.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 27, 2023

    overall2food1service4ambience3

    Steak was burnt. Worst ribeye that I have had in a very long time.
    

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    SALEMFANS

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 26, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It was the first time for all 4 of us to eat at the Salem location and it did not disappoint. Our meal was a celebration of 4 birthdays and both couples’ anniversaries that all occur within a 22 day period in April/May. Our waiter, Justin, and his assistant were just great. He gave good, honest recommendations and we followed several of them. The Chilean sea bass was perfect, as were the Au Gratin potatoes and the carrots. The pineapple martinis were a real treat. Wine was a generous pour. To be honest, the bread was just average, however. But we will be back!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Wonderful steak. And the scallops are to die for! Loved the carrots and mashed potatoes. It was a terrific meal to impress our out of town guests.
    

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    RobertO

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Best Steaks you can find cooked to perfection. Staff very attentive and it's hands down the best steak place in Roanoke area. Highly recommend!!
    

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    Matt

    Nashville

    9 reviews

    vip
    4.0

    9 reviews

    Dined on April 22, 2023

    overall4food4service4ambience4

    Great food, better service! After sitting in the hospital with a family member for two days, Rowland's was the perfect medicine for us.
    

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    Nicholas

    Washington DC

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food, great service, wide variety of drinks and menu items, huge portions. A bit pricey but everything is top notch! I’ll be back.
    

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    AngelaC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 15, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    We celebrated a birthday. Everything was delicious! The staff was super friendly and helpful. We had a great celebration and will be back for sure.
    

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    GeorgeC

    Washington DC

    12 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    12 reviews

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    It’s consistently fantastic , and Amy always adds to the wonderful experience .
    

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    LRMR

    Richmond

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 10, 2023

    overall4food4service5ambience5

    Overall, a very pleasant, relaxed evening. Our server was on point, and our service experience was great. Steaks and cocktails were fabulous per usual, as well as the famous Oysters Rockefeller, potatoes au gratin, and other sides. The fish special, for the evening was good, properly prepared, but a bit lackluster. The two desserts we ordered were not particularly exceptional. I was planning on about $100 per person, and we came in more like $125/pp. However, we would certainly go again and did enjoy the evening very much.
    

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    VictoriaP

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Perfect as always. Great food. Great service. Extremely friendly and very well trained staff. It does not disappoint.
    

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    KellyN

    Philadelphia

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 8, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Amazing food, great place and excellent service. Will be back.
    

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    BillR

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on April 6, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience4

    Frankie Rowland's is the best steak house in town. Probably one of the best hotel / restaurant bars with a very good selection of drinks and an excellent bar tender. I haven't tried the seafood or too many sides but what I have had was excellent. It's traditional French style. The decor is very clean, black and white, with little distraction other than adjacent tables.
    

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    RalphV

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Food was delicious and drinks came quickly a bit pricey but that’s typical of a high end steakhouse cant wait to go back
    

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    Nursecop

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 30, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    Carrots were quite undercooked and not much sauce. Brussel sprouts were pretty dry too. Steak was AMAZING though and worth every cent!
    

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    joyceB

    Washington DC

    7 reviews

    vip
    5.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Loved everything about the Salem location. A very special place.
    

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    RebekahK

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 29, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Everything was absolutely delicious! Made to perfection!
    

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    OpenTable Diner

    Charleston

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 25, 2023

    overall5food4service5ambience5

    A fantastic meal. The filet was one of the best I’ve had. Very tender and cooked perfectly, potato wasn’t hot but still tasty. Loved the Brussel sprouts! I would recommend for a splurge night out!
    

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    LordofBones

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 21, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    I was really on the fence about going to the Salem location as I was wondering how much it could differ from the downtown Roanoke location? Glad I went. While I think the quality, service, etc. was the same...I really do like the Salem location better. I think the food is a little bit better...but overall, still very impressed. The waitstaff was great and engaging and very friendly. Admittedly, I went in a bit underdressed (t-shirt, etc.) from how I normally dress when I go out and was not treated any different than normal. The prices were...well a bit higher than I remember (I got to downtown Frankie's maybe 1 time every 2-3 months), but with the economy, I get it. I would recommend this place without hesitation. The food was great, service was great (with very attentive staff), I really have no complaints at all and will definitely be back soon!
    

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    swirtRN

    Richmond

    70 reviews

    5.0

    70 reviews

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Awesome evening celebrating our friends! From our bar experience to dinner the food, drinks, and service were excellent
    

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    TrishD

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 17, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience3

    We really enjoyed our dinner last night. Steak was perfection as were all the sides. As a heads-up, the wedge salad is huge so think about splitting with someone. The only thing I would say is the bread served prior to dinner is very lame, all at the table agreed. We just expected bread that matched the experience of all the other food served. The atmosphere is just OK, could be so much more. Almost sterile with the colors. Could be warmed up with some great chandeliers in the dining area, pops of color. It almost felt too business like. Even a bouquet of flowers would add some zip! We cannot complain about anything else. I hope you take this as constructive as we loved our meal.
    

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    MelissaH

    Richmond

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 16, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great food and service. Loved the atmosphere. Cozy and intimate for an anniversary celebration
    

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    Cynthia

    Richmond

    2 reviews

    5.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on March 14, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Great place for that special date. Enjoyed it greatly.
    

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    MaryJoy

    San Francisco

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on March 11, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Our experience at Frankie Rowlands -Salem was amazing per usual! Natalie, our server was personable and accommodating as always! And our meal was fabulous which can be challenging because I have a restrictive diet. I had the Bourbon Salmon and my husband had their Signature Crab Cake Entree along with Roasted Brussel Sprouts. Everything was prepared beautifully. We are from Upstate New York and fairly new to Salem…Frankie Rowlands-Salem has become our “go-to” restaurant whenever a “date night” is on the calendar!!!
    

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    Robbie

    Richmond

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on February 24, 2023

    overall5food5service5ambience5

    Love this place. Great steakhouse. I really enjoy the atmosphere and service. Where else can you get a 14 ounce filet. So so good. Creamed spinach and potatoes au gratin are really awesome sides. All sides big enough to share.
    

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