Frankie & Johnnie's Steakhouse

This is really as good as it gets if one wants to have a steak in NYC. Really quiet place and aestethically calmy decorated with dark wood and sombre textiles. Very good wine list but that's not the reason to go there. The steaks are as good as it gets. I haven't had better anywere and I don't think I will. There is no people watching and nothing is really happening but if you want to have a meal with a friend or a business associate this is the place. I can't praise the meat or the kitchen enough - just perfect. Some restaurants have trouble with the heat and the meat don't get crispy enough - that's not the case here. Crispy on the outside, bloody inside! I will always go here for steaks, unless I need to take someone to their favourite spot. Here you get it all.

Pros: Calm, Outstanding steaks, Relaxed

Posted 02/21/05

The steak from Frankie & Johnnie's was great. I had the filet mignon, my wife had the porterhouse and we chared an order of french fries. A tasty meal at a classy place.

Posted 01/23/05

My kids came into town to visit adn the whole family went to Frankie & Johnnie's for dinner. It was scrumptious. I loved every bit of my porterhouse and my fries. The only problem I had was that I felt like I couldn't move after dinner--it was so filling.

Pros: food, atmosphere, service

Posted 12/16/04

Frankie & Johnnie's is a classic NYC steakhouse. The food comes in huge portions and is to die for. The atmosphere is so romantic: wood paneling, dim lights, a beautiful fireplace. It was a delightful dinging experience. I will return to Frankie & Johnnie's whenever I can.

Pros: atmosphere, food

Posted 11/04/04

I didn't know what to expect from Frankie and Johnnie's when I made the reservation after my friend told me it was the best steak he had had. I was expecting greatness and Frankie and Johnnie's delivered. I love red meat, I mean really love red meat and their ground filet mignon was unbelievable. There was so much flavor, especially when accompanied by the garlic mashed potatos. I would definately recommend it everyone, even if you aren't a red meat fan, my friend had the pasta and completely cleaned her plate.

Posted 09/23/04

9/18/04-UPON OUR VISIT TO NY-THE ONE RESERVATION WE MADE PRIOR WAS FOR FRANKIE AND JOHNNY'S. I HAD A GOOD FEELING ABOUT THE PLACE ON ARRIVAL-THE ATMOSPHERE WAS WONDERFUL. I HAD THE FILET MIGNON AND MY OTHER GUESTS HAD THE RIBEYE AND SCAMPI. ALL WERE SERVED PERFECTLY AND TO THE UTMOST DELICACY OF THE PALET. THESE TRULY WERE THE STEAKS WE HAD BEEN LOOKING FOR. WE FINISHED UP AND CAME ACROSS THE OWNER MR. PANOPOULOS WHO WAS A GENUINE TREAT TO MEET. WE EXPRESSED OUR GREAT FIND IN HIS RESTAURANT AND HE WAS SO PLEASED-HE THANKED US BY SERVING US A ROUND OF COCKTAILS ON THE HOUSE. BEING FROM LA. WE ENJOYED THE HOSPITATLITY HE SHOWED AND FELT RIGHT AT HOME. NEXT VISIT TO NEW YORK WILL INCLUDE ANOTHER VISIT TO THIS FINE RESTAURANT AND HOPE ANOTHER TREAT FROM THE KIND OWNER.

Pros: SERVICE/EXCELLENT, FOOD/EXCELLENT, ATMOSPHERE/EXCELLENT

Cons: , NONE, NONE

Posted 09/19/04

Out of all the steakhouses in New York, my girlfriends and I decided upon Frankie & Johnnie's. The wait wasnt terribly long, the atmosphere was good and the food was excellent! I was craving a steak, and this really hit the spot!
The wine choices were not bad either...

Posted 08/02/04

I am from New Jersey and wanted to catch up with some college friends in a convenient place for us all. Defintely making it worth my travel, we all met at this cute restaurant Frankie and Johnnies before seeing a Broadway play. It's located right next to the show we saw, The Boy From Oz. I had a tasty hamburger and fries, which prepped me all up to see the tasty Hugh Jackman!

Pros: Inexpensive, Convenient Location, Good Service

Posted 07/11/04

I had dinner with friends at Frankie & Johnnie's last week and had the best steak I ever tasted in my life. I was delicious! And the steak sauce was so good we bought a bottle of it. The Barrymore room is beautiful and includes a gorgeous melting candle that looks like a sculpture. Also, the potatoes au gratin were divine. I urge anyone who wants a declicious piece of steak to go to Frankie & Johnnie's.

Pros: Delicious, Beautiful decorating, nice ambience

Posted 06/17/04

Although great steak is what drew me here, I think this Frankie and Johnnie's is wonderful. From the food, to the gracious host, to the relaxed dining and great service, and the beautiful surroundings, this place has it all. Hey, maybe I shouldn't recommend it too much...too many people will come!

Pros: Lovely, Good service, good menu options

Posted 06/16/04

This steakhouse has the best steak I have ever had. I took my whole family there last Tuesday and they loved it too. New York in general has the best food anyway but this is by far the best steak I have ever eaten. I love steak sauce too. This restaurant makes their own so I bought a bottle to take home. Afterwards my family and I walked around the area and I came to the conclusion that this is truly the city that never sleeps or stops to eat!

Pros: Great area, Great menu selection, Terrific wine

Posted 05/24/04

This past weekend I celebrated my two year anniversary with my boyfriend at Frankie and Johnnie's. I had never heard of it before so I asked my boyfriend how he knew about it. Apparently he had heard from a friend that it is a terrific steakhouse. Well that's all you had to say to my boyfriend: terrific and steak in the same sentence. This was not your typical steakhouse though. Frankie and Johnnie's was incredibly romanitc. We had dinner in the Barrymore Room and to see if the tales were true we ate their steak. It was absolutely superb. I don't want people to be as clueless as I was about Frankie and Johnnie's. I want everyone to know this is a treasure in New York city. It is in the center of everything, has fabulous food, the service could not have been better, it's romantic and charming. Bon appétit!

Pros: Great Service, Perfect prices, Fabulous Food

Posted 05/17/04

The double broil cooking process used here gives the steaks the best flavor of any I have ever tasted and I've been eating in New York steak houses for 30 years. We dined here on May 4, 2004. The atmosphere is great- elegant and understated. It is my favorite steakhouse in the city. Service is professional and friendly. The F&J salad I had with my sirloin strip was very good and the Lyonnaise potatoes were very good, too. We can't wait to return.

Pros: flavor of steaks, atmosphere, side dishes

Posted 05/06/04

After spending the whole day shopping in Mid-town I came across Frankie and Johnnies. I sank into one of their comfy booths, relaxed, and sipped red wine by candlelight. It was the perfect end to my day.

Pros: Atmoshphere, Service, Quality

Posted 04/25/04

I am not a steak eater - but my husband is - i absolutely love to go to frankie and johnnies - they make the best chicken for me -and my husband thinks it the best steak around! the chopped salad is a must - and ask for grated cheese!!!!

Posted 03/26/04

I like to go to Frankie and Johnny's before I go to a show. It's quaint but the food is delicious and the servers are most attentive. I wouldn't recommend for a large group but if it's 2-4 people, it's good. The dining room is not that large.

Posted 03/11/04

At the recommendation of New York Magazine, I took my girlfriend here on Valentine's Day and we sat in the Barrymore Room near the fireplace. It was our third date. The menu was perfect because it had hearty steaks for me and pasta and fish choices for her. We had a very romantic evening by firelight. All in all it was a very successful dinner and I have Frankie & Johnnie's to thank as well as our waiter Paul. I am happy to say that Tina and I will be back again.

Pros: Fireplace, Good Service, Near Transportation

Posted 03/01/04

I organized a large group dinner here for a business outing. My company loved it. The food was amazing as was the service and the atmosphere. The creamed spinach was top notch and the steaks were the best I have ever eaten. My boss was thrilled with the outcome.

Pros: Service, Nice Crowd

Posted 11/03/03

My husband loves steaks. He has taken me to most Steakhouses in New York City. I really enjoyed my visit at Frankie & Johnnie's because there were options there for me too. The scalops were fabulous and he really enjoyed his porterhouse.

Posted 10/19/03

While in Manhattan on a business trip, I decided to take the advise of a hotel worker and check out Franky & Johnnie's for what I was told was to be an excellent place for a steak dinner. Boy was this good advise as this was quite simply the best steak I ever ate. After partaking in a rather expensive but tasty Rum & Coke from the bar I ordered an appetizer (house salad) then ordered the Lyonnaise Potatoes and Grilled Mushrooms to accompany my Sirloin - which I ordered Medium. When the steak arrived, I was pleasantly suprised to have the server reach across me and cut my meat for me. (he only cut the meat away from the bone, but it still suprised me). Once I cut into the steak I was in heaven! Well worth the $70 I expensed to my company. (sorry boss)

Pros: steak, atmosphere, Service

Cons: price

Posted 09/01/03

The service was fair and the food OK. For the prices, I expected much better of both. The best thing about the place was the decor, but not worth the trip for the price. Youll do better at Keens around the block.

Pros: Decor

Cons: Service, Food

Posted 08/25/03

I consider myself an expert on steak. I have eaten at some of the best steakhouses in the country and a I can honestly say that I had the worst steak of my life at Frankie and Johnnie's. Paying $30 for a plate of fat is certainly not my idea of good meal. When I complained to the waiter he just looked at me like I was crazy. The service was terrible. I am used to the New York waiters and their shortness but these people didn't even care much less listen to anything anyone had to say. I don't see how the restaurant is so highly ranked considering the competition.

Posted 08/19/03

I work in the area and have been looking for a new spot - I found it. Great bar and my friends and I sat down for a steak when we got hungry. Great service.

Pros: Great for the Area

Posted 07/06/03

Frankie & Johnnie's has always been a staple in NYC now at its new location on 37th street they thrill us yet again. The steak is always fantastic along with the service. You are pampered from start to finish.

Pros: Ambiance, Service, Menu

Posted 06/29/03

I loved the crabcakes! The chef came out to talk about his creation with me when I complimented him. I loved that.

Pros: Great Scene, Lively Crowd, Nice Chef

Posted 06/25/03

I ate in on the second floor in front of the window and the service was great and the food was awesome. I am a history buff so I went when I heard it had been John Barrymore's house. I will go back with my friends before we see Drew's new Movie!

Pros: Good Food, Room for Lg Group, Fast Service

Posted 06/25/03

I was amazed at how much better the steak was here than other popular -- and more expensive-- steakhouses. I loved everything I tried, and the staff couldn't have been friendlier and more attentive. It's a great place to go before or after an event at Madison Square Garden.

I highly recommend it!

Pros: Good value, great service, mouthwatering food

Posted 03/20/03

The service was excellent - You must sit in the BARRYMORE ROOM. The food was so great I want to eat there all the time!

Pros: Great Location, Nice Crowd, Nicely Nostalgic

Posted 03/18/03

I wanted to write in because I had one of the best dinner experiences at Frankie & Johnnie's. The food was to die for - my mouth started watering the moment I walked in, and the decor, atmosphere, and overall experience was sublime. I recommend to anyone who has a craving for steak, or a good hearty meal, in a setting that is lush and decorous, to go to Frankie & Johnnie's and enjoy yourself.

Pros: good, great, fabulous

Posted 03/18/03