Sullivans Steak House

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Sullivan's Steakhouse is a two star restaurant in Raleigh. This place is moderately priced. It's known for its steak. It's been awarded the Wine Spectator Award of Excellence award. Know before you go: this place features a perfect venue for special occasions. When you step inside the restaurant, you'll notice a romantic atmosphere. This restaurant features private rooms, a full bar, and fine wines. This restaurant is good for groups.

User Reviews of Sullivans Steak House

Yelp.com Review - by Alex D.

1.0 of 5 stars. For a steakhouse, the worst part of our meal was...the steak--tough, flavorless, piece of nothing. The sides were ok (think we got scalloped potatoes and asparagus, however this meal was so...
yelp.com - user review - 10/11/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Vonetta Y.

4.0 of 5 stars. My friend chose Sullivan's as the spot for her luncheon reception. I wasn't sure what to expect, but it was lovely! J'adore the Rat Pack theme, and the vocal jazz playing created a phenomenal setting...
yelp.com - user review - 09/21/2009
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Yelp.com Review - by Brian Y.

2.0 of 5 stars. Eh, I've had better. Visitied Sullivan's as part of my friend's bachelor party with a group of 12. They seated us in a private room which worked out great as we had a box of Cubans to light up....
yelp.com - user review - 06/09/2009
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Great Restaurant and staff.....

Great management and staff, the food remains consistent after 10 years. Its a Glenwood South mainstay. If you want a steak.. you go to Sully's!- JHack
citysearch.com - user review - 04/01/2009
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Fine Dining?

First and foremost, the General Manager, or so he seemed, at this location is a walking sexual harrassment "case" waiting to happen. I honestly do not want to know what he was saying to some of the cocktail...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/06/2009
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All Business

I took a few potential clients to Sullivan's a few nights ago. We had a wonderful time and made a huge impression on them. The staff was not only friendly and prompt, they were also fun and energetic. The meal...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/13/2009
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Sullivan's Steakhouse by Megan B. at InsiderPages

Sullivans is located on Glenwood Ave which is downtown. They are known for their steaks. The food is amazing. Now, it is expensive so it's best to go for a special occasion. All the items are a la cart and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/04/2009
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Good food..a bit pricey though

My husband and I were having a night on the town sans the kids and decided to treat ourselves. The atmosphere was lovely and lively although the entrance looks like the hallway from a 70 yr old middle school....
citysearch.com - user review - 01/16/2009
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Good food, nice atmosphere by Sarah A. at InsiderPages

A good place for a special occasion. Ladies get a rose when they arrive, which is a nice touch. The service was very pleasant, and the food was good. Prices were reasonable.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/06/2009
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Cliche, passe, hillbilly, small town diner desperately masquerading

unfashionable, poor service, rude staff, low quality food, amateur wine list, limited stocked bar, incredibly embarrassing interior decor, 30 years out of date ambience all describe the rather disappointing,...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/01/2009
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Very disappointed

I was very disappointed with the food at Sullivans. The appetizers we had were excellent - crab and artichoke dip with toast points and cold shrimp with cocktail sauce. However, the steak I had was the same...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/20/2008
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Extreamly disapointed

I have to say >> I am quiet disappointed! We had reservations and when we arrived were told that it would just be a few minutes - so we decided to to wait at the bar... after some time we inquired again to...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/20/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Ben M.

5.0 of 5 stars. There's eating out and there's dining. A trip to Sullivan's definitely puts you in the later category. I've enjoyed some fantastic meals here, mostly based on their understanding that cooking a...
yelp.com - user review - 12/19/2008
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Great food, good service, expensive

Very nive atmosphere. Very good service. THe food was great. Everything is a la carte. This makes the meal extremely expensive.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/31/2008
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Mother's Day brunch not up to par

I've been a fan of Sullivan's for years, and I hoped to walk away a fan as well after the Mother's Day brunch they offered...ehhhh, not so much. Luckily mama was happy, but I (footing the $texas bill) was not...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/12/2008
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Not living up to the new downtown

For the price, go to Fin's downtown and enjoy a much better dinner. It's Prime Only has steak prepared just as nice.
citysearch.com - user review - 05/10/2008
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Yelp.com Review - by Lexi S.

5.0 of 5 stars. I went here on Sunday night for the first time. We've had plans to go here several times in the past and they've always fallen through, so I was extremely excited that it all finally managed to work...
yelp.com - user review - 04/01/2008
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Best steak ever by Donna B. at InsiderPages

We visited Sullivans for my birthday and were very pleased. We each ordered the prime rib which was cooked perfectly. The side were a-la-carte but worth the extra fee. Wine selection was good. Martinis were...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/21/2007
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Great spot to bring a group, especially when you want to impress

We had friends in from New York 2 weeks ago, so we brought them to Sullivans for a night out. I wanted them to see that Raleigh is a nice town and make sure they had a good meal. I think we made the right...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/13/2007
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Very good steak restaurant

We had reservations for Saturday night @ 7:30 and as soon as 7:30 rolled around we were sat. Had the Kansas City strip which was cooked medium rare and it was exactly what I asked for. I did order the...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/20/2007
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Thursday Bar Menu Special Can't Be Beat

If you've got the bank roll to do it, then eat, drink and be rich in their dining area. But if you're just looking to have a quick meal and cocktail, sit at their bar area on Thursdays and get half off the bar...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/15/2007
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Great Food, Wonderful Staff

Walked in on a Saturday night at 8:30, and was told there was a short wait wait, and as soon as we got our drinks we were asked if we were ready to sit. The server was great and by the end of dinner new our...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/28/2007
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On Expense Account? Then Maybe...

This is just another chain-version of an "upscale" steakhouse built for people on expense accounts, or those who are not but want to impress their friends with what they consider to be an "upscale" experience....
citysearch.com - user review - 04/23/2007
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Forget making a reservation!

Horrible service from the hostess. We made a reservation for 8pm. After patiently waiting for an hour (we kept being told it will be a few more minutes), we talked to the hostess. We wanted to know why if you...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/13/2007
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exactly what we were looking for

This is my first review--after reading the other reviews i just have to comment on Sullivan's. i went with a group of friends on Saturday night for a pre- Billy Joel dinner party. We got exactly what we were...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/04/2007
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Not a good date restaurant!!

Unless your girlfriend is a stripper and doesn't mind looking at waitresses wearing fish net stockings I would hardly say this restaurant is a romantic place to take a date. If you are the type that doesn't...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/19/2007
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Great food, Bad drinks

I would highly recommend Sullivan's for dinner and wine, but not mixed drinks. My wife and I went to Sullivan's for Valentine's Day. We made reservations and got sat immediately upon arrival. We ordered a...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/16/2007
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Snotty and arrogant.

We had planned on having a nice dinner for an anniversary. After visiting the Carolina Crossroads and Ruth Chris in previous years, we had planned on going to Sullivan's this time. When I tried to make...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/10/2007
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Terrible Birthday Dinner

Took my boyfriend there for his birthday. Called ahead and made reservations, telling them it was for a birthday. It was a Sunday night after 8pm so not very busy. We did get seated right away at a small table...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/06/2007
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Best Crab Legs Ever! Didn't care for the Mussles, but everything was clean and tasty. The staff is incredible. Ask for private seating if the occaion permits.

One of the best dining expierences in Raleigh. Everything went smooth, the staff was incredible and the food was tastefully complete. We had the sampler to start, along with 1/2 pound of King Crab legs. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/14/2007
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GREAT FOOD & WAITER

I HAD A GREAT EXPERIENCE AT SULLIVAN'S. IT WAS WORTH EVERY PENNY OF IT. I AM THE HEAD OFONE OF THE BIGGEST HEALTH FACILITIES ON THE NC COAST. WE ARE PLANNING ON BOOKING OUR BIG DINNER AT SULLIVAN'S AND GETTING...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/11/2006
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Great steak, great service

Went to Sullivans on Saturday night with reservations and was seated immediately. Server (Barbara) was attentive, fun and knowledgeable. My steak was tender and cooked as ordered. It was a pleasant evening and...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/20/2006
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Great food and entertainment

The food, the cocktails, and the jazz band make this place hard to beat. The tuna steak is always cooked to perfection.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/15/2006
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Great place for celebrations

The food and atmosphere are incredible. Sullivan's is also a great place to host dinner parties or celebrations. There is a banquet room that can accommodate many guest.
citysearch.com - user review - 11/15/2006
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Never again!!!

We had reservations for 8:45 pm. Had to wait atleast 30 minutes to be seated. The waiteress had to be asked twice to bring me a cold glass for my beer (beer selection was also very small as well). Had to ask...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/05/2006
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good food, good atmosphere

Went to Sullivans in July 2006 and had a great dining experience. Food was outstanding. I had always heard this was a great steakhouse, but I ventured out and tried the seafood. I had the salmon and my wife...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/28/2006
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Don't go here for a romantic dinner.

Just ask my long time girl friend to marry me...and she said Yes! We thought we would go to Sullivan's and have a great romantic dinner. Look into each others' eyes and recount our great life together so...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/28/2006
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Second Best Steak Ever served by ditsy waitress

Visited Sullivan's for the first time last week with visiting relatives. We really enjoyed the food and swanky decor but found the service to be the only thing lacking. Mom claimed it was the second best steak...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/15/2006
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GREAT!

Great food,great service.A lot of energy-while still getting personalized service.(YES! THE STANLEY CUP WAS THERE FOR AN HOUR AND WE ALL GOT PICTURES WITH IT!!!).A very fun night and great experience all...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/11/2006
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Yummy!

Great food, the best steak I've had and the garlic mashed potatos are amazing. It is expensive, so it's not somewhere I'd go often, but for a special occasion I'll be there!
citysearch.com - user review - 07/05/2006
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Great food, great jazz, great service!

My husband and I had both been to Sullivan's in IL, but it definitely wasn't as memorable as this experience. I called on a Friday afternoon and was able to secure an 8:00 reservation for the same night. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/02/2006
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Service Doesn't Match the Scene

Five of us compared Ruth's Chris to Sullivan's. Our findings? Great food at both; prices on par. Sullivan's ambiance is tops. Sullivan's service is NOT! Picture this - an almost-empty restaurant at 6:30, with...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/12/2006
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AMAZING DELICIOUS

Best steaks around. The staff is always friendly. Go there very often. Always great. You are missing out if you do not try Sullivans
citysearch.com - user review - 03/30/2006
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Worth every penny!

Sullivans is by far the best steakhouse. Anyone looking for a romantic dinner with your significant other has got to eat here. The steaks are outstanding. I love the filet mignon "oscar style." Of course now,...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/18/2006
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Worst experience ever!!

I will never go back! My last trip to Sullivan's was worse than usual. The server forgot to bring the drinks that we had paired with our appetizers until after we were finished our first course. After waiting...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/08/2006
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Best I've had in Raleigh

Sullivans is by far and away the best restaurant Ive eaten at here in Raleigh. The service is superb, wine selection amazing and the food from start to finish is outstanding. Every experience I have had at...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/02/2005
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Great bar!

Very nice bar...excellent 30's feel...great jazz, great drinks! Can get a little smoky though!
citysearch.com - user review - 06/12/2005
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Not Again

5 of the 8 diners, in our party, experienced problems. My filet was so salty, it had to be sent back to the kitchen. When the replacement came, it turned out to be the same steak I had sent back. Is it...
citysearch.com - user review - 03/01/2005
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Not recommended

Went to Sullivans with a confirmed reservation, but was unable to get a table without waiting for an hour. The personnel were unvilling to do any thing about it while they tried to convince me to stay saying...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/19/2005
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Decent Steak

A good upscale steakhouse. I have had a few better steaks, but overall taste, texture, and cut compare favorably to a Smith and Wollensky type place. Superlative wine list, great old-style big city steak-house...
citysearch.com - user review - 09/02/2004
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Good Food

The food was great. I ordered Filet and it was cooked perfect which can be tricky when you order medium rare. The service was good and the waiter was very informative however because of that it made for a very...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/29/2004
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Why go anywhere else

Sullivans Steakhouse is the Best dining experience in Raleigh. The staff is extremely friendly and very helpful (you feel like you are in their home). We had the New York Strip which was sooo tender, and the...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/16/2004
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Great Experience

I'm from out of town and brought my new girlfriend to Raleigh for our first romantic getaway. We sent to Sullivan's for dinner and could not have picked a better spot. The atmosphere was perfect, the service...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/17/2004
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I've had better...

The only thing that place has going for it is its wait staff. My filet had so much salt and whatever on it, you could barely taste the fine flavor of the meat. The mushrooms were sauteed in a salt gravy, I...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/15/2004
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So - So

Sullivans is just so, so. The food was excellent, but a tad overpriced. The atmosphere is definitely not for everyone. For the amount they charge to eat there, I prefer to have more room and not be on top of...
citysearch.com - user review - 04/07/2004
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Ms. Fisher

I think that Sullivan's Steakhouse has great food and service but is over priced. Don't get me wrong, the food is great but not for the price you are paying. I think that Sullivan's Steakhouse is for people to...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/23/2004
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Just Okay

My girlfriend and I were not that impressed with Sullivans, being a younger couple, we felt we weren't given the same amount of respect as older couples. The steaks were good, but nothing fantastic. The...
citysearch.com - user review - 02/22/2004
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The Emperor has No Clothes

Way too much salt in the side of sauteed mushrooms (or brine pellets, as we referred to them). Potato side dish w/ hint of horseradish was acceptable. Everything is a la carte, with sides running approx $6.00....
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2004
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Bad all around

Went there for my mother's birthday. Mom and I had prime rib, which overly salted, was 1/3 fat, and impossible to cut because of the connective tissue. It was the worst steak I've ever had. My fiance's Cajun...
citysearch.com - user review - 10/16/2003
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really enjoy it

I go to sullivans but usually just the bar. The atmosphere is great and the food is deliciouse. Try the crab dip and calimare
citysearch.com - user review - 10/16/2003
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Ok but not that nice

There are nicer places to eat in the Triangle. I'd rather go to somewhere with pictures of people who have actually eaten there. I like red walls and dark wood but along with the cheesy pictures on the wall...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/08/2003
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Best Steakhouse in Raleigh

If you can afford to come, Sullivan's is the best steakhouse in Raleigh. Unlike some of the other, older steakhouses, this restaurant has the feel of a New York restaurant. The bar area is a great place to...
citysearch.com - user review - 05/11/2003
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Great service, not so good food!

I'll start out saying the service was great. They obviously train their staff well in the service area. We only ordered appetizer's and desserts but I have to say that the crab dip and calamari were nothing...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/27/2003
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A great evening

Wonderful food and service. I also enjoyed the bar. Had an after dinner drink, with a fine cigar and great jazz band.
citysearch.com - user review - 01/25/2003
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Succulant Sillivan's

Excellent! A prime cut above! Class with a nightlife air of old jazz and modern pizzaz! I had the On-bone Kansas 20 oz cut - what a taste! Our head waiter,David, and his staff know their stuff and know how to...
citysearch.com - user review - 01/13/2003
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9.9

If you are rating Vinnie's First you have not been to Sullivans. Sullivans steaks are the best around. I give them 2 thumbs up. Try it you will not be sorry
citysearch.com - user review - 01/13/2003
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The BEST place to go

I took my boyfriend there for his 30th birthday. We got the best seat in the house (the 'library' seat overlooking the resturant) and the best service! We were dressed nicely and that was totally appropriate....
citysearch.com - user review - 01/02/2003
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best in town

every couple deserve the experiance of dinning at Sullivans,reminds me of the ol'dinner clubs.One trip is not enough.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/19/2002
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Great food....

The food was great, but the seating was cramped, and it was a bit loud. Twice during our meal someone dropped a tray full of glasses. Just wasn't a lot of room to move around for anyone.
citysearch.com - user review - 12/18/2002
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Great Steak and Much More

This is not the average Ruth's Chris or Angus Barn, which in my opinion is highly overrated. The food is wonderful, again much better than the angus barn, and the people are much friendlier. The bar has great...
citysearch.com - user review - 12/11/2002
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The good, the bad, and the ugly!

Went to Sullivan's on October 1st with a friend. Both our steaks were very good, I had a mushroom stuffed filet, he a cajun style ribeye. My stone crab claw appetizer had a delicious cocktail sauce, but the...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/24/2002
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Too much hype

very smoke filled bar. Service was excellent, however, they kept pushing drinks and wine, sort of trying to run up the bill. Atmosphere was a bit too plastic. Not a warm romantic type of place
citysearch.com - user review - 11/14/2002
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Not impressed!

Who ever said this place was the best at anything?!?! The food was decent, I did like the lettuce wedge, however my date had to send her steak back twice because it wasn't right. The service was snobby and...
citysearch.com - user review - 11/07/2002
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Go for the Oscar!

Try the Oscar carpeting on your filet the next time you go! Wash it down with a Knockout!
citysearch.com - user review - 10/23/2002
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Good and Bad

Service was attentive. The waiter gave me a hard time when I decided to keep drinking the glass of wine I had gotten at the bar with dinner. I appreciate a recommendation but I not the condescending attitude....
citysearch.com - user review - 10/09/2002
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What service!

Incredible service, tasty food, and nice atmostphere. Steaks are just too big, though.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/28/2002
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great steaks

I highly recommend this restaurant. We dined here for my parents' anniversary. The steaks were delicious and the wait staff was quite attentive.
citysearch.com - user review - 08/22/2002
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CELEBRATION

We were celebrating birthdays the night we ate at Sullivan's and it was FANTASTIC! The food, the company, the atmosphere, the service - everything was wonderful
citysearch.com - user review - 08/06/2002
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Treat Yourself - Once in a while

Sullivan's provides good food with a big-city feel. You're paying for atmosphere, but enjoy it. The mushroom caps and the Wedge are especially good. The steaks are all good and it's fun to laugh at the prices...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/06/2002
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Probably the best steak in town

Been there twice within a week for the first time. The bar offered some great drinks (try the house Martini) but it took forever (10 minutes) to settle the bill when our table was ready - disappointing. Once...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/03/2002
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oh so worth the drive!

we had a lovely evening out. just my daughter and I. Our first experience at Sullivan's was great.the food was outstanding though I did think the baked potato was a bit overbaked. The service was...
citysearch.com - user review - 08/01/2002
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Expensive, but well worth it!

Great atmosphere and great food! The lettuce wedge with Blue Cheese dressing is the best in town! The horseradish mashed potatoes are also excellent! My favorite entree is the filet!
citysearch.com - user review - 07/30/2002
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Wowed Thrice!

I've been to Sullivan's several times and each time have been impressed with the service and food. (my fav. is the Kansas City Strip. ie bone in NY strip) What more is there? Price maybe.....well, if you are...
citysearch.com - user review - 07/30/2002
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New Favorite!

I still think the Angus Barn and Ruth's Chris are great, but the 8oz filet stuffed with mushrooms that I had last weekend at Sullivan's is the best thing I've tasted in quite a while!
citysearch.com - user review - 07/25/2002
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Worth every penny

I splurged and ordered the one pound lobster tail special and split it with a friend. It was the freshest lobster I have had in a long time and well worth the $60 price tag. The French Onion soup was excellent...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/27/2002
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Be seen

Gathered up some old friends and had dinner here last weekend for the first time. 14 of us. We had a great time. Hostess was VERY nice and set us up in the library, which isnt quite as noisey as the main...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/27/2002
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very unpleasant

I went to Sullivans for the first time with a group of friends for a birthday. We went to the bar and had a few drinks which was very pleasant. When we were seated everything went down hill. It took forever to...
citysearch.com - user review - 06/23/2002
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Been There, Done That

Authentically 1923 south side of Chicago restaurant atmosphere. I was expecting to look to the corner booth and see Paul Newman, Bob Redford and Harold Gould plotting their next sting. Service was impeccable....
citysearch.com - user review - 05/26/2002
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Frommer's

This is the best, most posh, and most upscale steakhouse in Raleigh -- the kind of classy, hard-drinking, and indulgent grill room where Sinatra and his Rat Pack might have felt very much at home. Opulent and...
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OpenTable

Sullivan's is reminiscent of a 1940's Chicago styled steakhouse featuring the finest steaks & seafood, unparalleled martinis, & great live jazz! The interior has touches of art deco with dark polished wood,...
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Gayot

this upscale chain restaurant stakes a claim just below steakhouse chains such as mortonis and ruthis chris with steaks, ranging from an 8-ounce filet mignon to a 20-ounce house specialty kansas city strip to...
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AOL CityGuide

take in sizzling steaks, seafood and jazz...
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