DeStefano's Steakhouse

I took my mom to this restaurant again for her birthday. The new location is not far from the old location and the decorations of the place are the same. Menu also the same or pretty close to last time my mom was here too. Steak is always great and I love bacon so much. My family enjoy so much and I'm happy that I take her out to her favorite restaurant.

Birthday dinner @ Destefano's was AMAZING!!! You know you had a good time when you forget to take any 'before' pics and only have an empty plate to show for the delicious dinner. Highly recommend the 'porterhouse for 2'. We also shared the creamed spinach, wedge potatoes, sweet &spicy bacon and the arugula pear salad. There were left overs to go and my martinis were made to Perfection! Most memorable was our server Emily. She was friendly and knowledgeable, an absolute delight. I would return again and again for those perfect martinis and Emily's warm service. Kudos to Destefano's for providing an all around delectable dining experience. 👏

This place is very clean, the waiters very friendly. I am not a meat person, but I wanted to bring my husband because it was his birthday, he loves meat. My husband and children loved it and I liked it a lot too. When I made the online reservation I gave them a note that I wanted a good table since it was my husband's birthday and when my children ordered dessert they brought an extra for my husband with the sign Happy Birthday without asking.

This place truly meets the expectations. The food is amazing, and the portions are generous.

Came for the 1st time tonight after driving by & doing a deep dive on it. Believe all the reviews you read. Our experience tonight was perfection. If you want to try it by sitting at the bar where the full menu is available, be hosted by the lovely Michelle behind the bar, a veteran of the place.. and you’ll be glad you did. We sat at a table for 4. Took Michelle’s advise and ordered to eat family style. 40oz porterhouse and chicken cordon blue were the mains. Sides can be ordered in 3 sizes. Get the large garlic mashed potatoes, for the famous creamed spin and corn sides. Apps were amazing crab cakes two big enough to share and beet salad were both amazing. Our waitress was extremely nice and helpful!! Go!!!

Everything was delicious. The creamed spinach is better then any of the other big name steakhouses.

First time going to DeStefanos and everything from the food, service and ambiance of the place was amazing. This steakhouse is fit for any type of gathering but do not expect it to be loud like other restaurants/steakhouses can be. The drinks, appetizers, and main course were amazing. Crab Cakes def stood out, and the porterhouse is simply amazing. I highly recommend this steakhouse to anyone looking for a great experience and even better food.

Excellent steak dinner. Excellent service! Restaurant was full but we could still hear each other. Great vibe!

Love this place. Been coming here for special occasions for years. The entire staff is wonderful and the food is consistently delicious.

Amazing food, great customer service and hospitality was displayed from the moment my wife and I entered to when we left. The setting was peaceful and warm. We will definitely be back again soon!

I took my mom to this restaurant again for her birthday. The new location is not far from the old location and the decorations of the place are the same. Menu also the same or pretty close to last time my mom was here too. Steak is always great and I love bacon so much. My family enjoy so much and I'm happy that I take her out to her favorite restaurant.

Food is AMAZING! Visiting my daughter in Williamsburg and we decided to go to DeStefano's for dinner. Pork chop, wedge salad, stuffed portobello, maple glazed carrots and garlic mashed. Almost forgot the prosciutto wrapped asparagus! All 10/10! Our waitress was from Ireland and was attentive and quick, but smooth. We had a really good time and will return. The pork chop was a star . Best I've EVER had! We will return. Attractive ambience! Clean and semi-dark, quiet place!

"Pork chop is incredible. Clover club and the NY sour were amazing. Wedge salad is underrated" I decided to head back and give DeStefano's another go. We came in on a Tuesday early in the night. It was nice for a quiet dinner. Our server had amazing recommendations and paid attention to the details. There wasn't a single second where we were waiting for him to come back around. For starters, we got the short rib rolls, which were something unique. They were each filled with a generous portion of meat. They came with a horseradish sauce, that was SO good. The wedge salad was served on a chilled plate and was seriously so good. You like Wedge salads, definitely try this one. For entrees, we got chicken cordon bleu and the pork chop. The pork chop was SO MOIST. Like criminally moist. It was the star of the show. The chicken was good, and a big portion. We got a small creamed corn for our side. The small is a good option for two people. We easily finished it. So cheesy. Our cocktails were both recommended by our server and he wasn't wrong. Clover club was fresh, a perfect summer cocktail. The Sour had red wine and bourbon, and they paired so well?? I would have never guessed. We also had to try espresso martinis for dessert. Perfect closer to a big dinner.

Went for the steak, left knowing that if I ever returned it would be for that glorious pork chop It's dark, it's old school, it's straight forward, the steak wasn't what I thought it would be l, and the porkchop was absolutely next level!

This place has AMAZING FOOD ... nice service and the owner walks around checking on you! Amazing time!! This place has a nice vibe and atmosphere!

Delicious steak dinner. Good portion sizes. Went to celebrate my retirement and happy with food, service and ambiance. Wait staff was helpful, friendly, and knowledgeable. Expensive but worth it. I didn't have room for dessert but had a spoonful of icecream in a chocolate shell and it was yummy!

I sometimes just stop by when I'm in the neighborhood. You'll feel at ease in this restaurant. The food quality exceeds all standards. The employees deliver exceptional service during all my visits. This lovely spot appeared in my internet search.

Had a great dinner at DeStefano everything was delicious. Great service. Steak cook and quality was excellent. Only thing missing is that sizzling presentation other big name steakhouses do. Was a little disappointed to not hear that beautiful steak coming to the table. However the the texture and quality of the steak was so good I would definitely return again.

Everything was exceptional in my opinion! The service, the food and ambience. My steak was cooked perfectly and the sides made my entire meal. I've found a new gem in Brooklyn when I want a great steak!!!

Every expectation met, From the moment we entered the bartender greeted us, guided us to the host stand and we were able to confirm our reservation and be seated. Jennifer was assigned to our table and we engaged immediately exchanging our plans for our meal and that we were celebrating my mom for her Birthday. Joey Dee, A life long friend came out to greet us and chat with us. Today was our first visit ever and we regret not have come years before. Everything was Spectacular and we genuinely have no complaints. The birthday treat for my mom, absolutely unexpected, yet appreciated. Welcome Jennifer to the Team, hope you have a great career there and hope we meet again on our return in the future. Overall, each staff member was pleasant to engage with and attentive to our needs..10/10..!!

Great service, even got a free dessert for my birthday. Has an old school Italian steakhouse vibe with music and pictures on the wall from past regulars and celebs. Steak melted like butter, really delicious . The sides were well sized to share and tasty. Wine selection had good range.

One of the best steaks I have ever had. Also other items- crab cake, bacon, wedge salad and potatoes. Attentive and warm server. Would return

My partner and I came here for my birthday a few weeks ago and I am *so* so glad we did. It was a Tuesday night and the ambiance was perfect: not too hectic, but definitely not empty, and it got much busier toward the end of our meal. First, I just have to say that the service is some of the absolute best in NYC. We had a reservation to come after doing a spa day nearby, but we wound up showing up maybe half an hour early and the servers immediately seated us anyway, accommodating the request I'd made in my reservation to sit in a corner (I find it easier to talk). Everyone was just the right amount of attentive--nobody was to intense or checking in on us too much, but they also made sure our every need was taken care of, including the table being quickly and quietly cleaned up as needed. They also drew "happy birthday" on the plate for our desserts, which they very kindly comped off our bill. Also! Neither my partner or I drink, and you can kind of tell when restaurants are a little disappointed if everyone's ordering nonalcoholic drinks, but that absolutely was not the case here--a subtle thing that's actually really meaningful. The food itself is fantastic. A steak was perfectly cooked, the sides were all amazing (spinach and potato wedges), and we had a fantastic iceberg wedge salad, too. If there's one starter I can recommend more than anything, though, it's the sweet and spicy bacon. It is...just unreal. Both of us couldn't stop remarking on how incredible it was (and it went perfectly with the salad, too). We live in a different part of Brooklyn that isn't easily accessible from the North BK area, which is why we rarely come to Williamsburg or the surrounding areas, but before even finishing our meal, we were already talking about how can't wait to come back. DeStefano's is a fantastic spot for birthdays, groups, and dates, and I'm sure it'd even be wonderful solo--a true gem.

The bill feels small compared to what you receive. Staff friendliness transforms routine visits into enjoyable experiences. Some dishes wow more but none disappoint. The interior design here catches your eye immediately. I'm scheduling another visit next week!

This is the perfect spot for a quiet romantic dinner date night. The service was amazing and waiters were very pleasant. We had the asparagus bundles as our appetizer which were super flavorful. Their filet mignon was perfectly cooked (medium/rare), super tender and tasty. Then to end the evening, we went with the tiramisu and classic panna cota for dessert. Both were pleasantly de-li-cious! Yumz!

Best NY Strip steak I've ever had! Must try steakhouse! If you're looking for Peter Luger, (Peter Lugar if misspelled) this is an incredible option. Easy to get a table, they serve food at bar at night. Owner is often there and his son is the manager, not just an amazing steakhouse but family owned and operated. The creamed spinach here is excellent as well! So if you are looking for a steakhouse in Brooklyn or a steakhouse in New York, you have to try!

Incredible steaks, delicious bacon steaks, and great cocktails with an old school vibe that made me free like a real New Yorker! Best kept secret is how many cool and non touristy steak houses are in Brooklyn. Came here for a fancy date night and it totally knocked it out of the park! The old fashioneds were delicious, our server was very knowledgeable of the menu and our bacon slab and salad came out so quickly. The dressing was a little sweet on the salad, but i really enjoyed the pears and shaved cheese. The bacon slab is a go to but very decadent move at a steak out, and it was SO delicious and salty. The steaks themselves though were insanely delicious. Ordered rare, perfectly cooked, perfectly seasoned. We were so full, we couldnt even LOOK at a dessert menu. Great spot with great prices for the quality food.

I order short ribs rolls and 16 oz New York strips, salad is Pear, Arugula Pancetta not too surprising but average, the short ribs rolls just like the ones we eat at the Chinese restaurant, but the steak way better than Peter Luger !!! This is surprising me ! Services just normal, ambiance are okay Will return to try the porterhouse steak next time

Took my bf here for his birthday dinner and we had such a great time! Very nice old school Italian steakhouse in a neighborhood. I loved the decor and service! We ordered the Cesar salad, ny strip steak, mahi mahi, garlic mashed potatoes, and crème brûlée cheesecake. Winners were the steak, mashed potatoes and cheesecake. Portions were huge and we actually fell into a food coma afterwards and went to bed very early. Amazing food and a great place to dine on special occasions!

Peter Luger prices but yummier. This is not a tourist trap but rather a nice restaurant with great food. Even sitting at the bar and eating feels nice! Treat yourself!

DeStefano was highly recommended and we were completely satisfied with our dinner! The porterhouse steak for two was cooked perfectly and delicious! Awesome drinks too! We would definitely return when we're in Williamsburg. Also very impressed with how clean and spotless this restaurant is! The owner and staff are doing an amazing job in keeping this old town restaurant well maintained and in business since 1919!

So I'm going to try and not be overly critical, but it's going be a challenge... I brought my boyfriend out for dinner tonight, hoping to celebrate my promotion locally, instead of traveling to the city for a nice dinner. I did my research and the reviews were so good, that I'm a bit confused of people's expectations for a dinner at the price point. A 4.5 star rating is very GENEROUS! We made a reservation for 8 PM and showed up at 7:45 PM. The bartender greeted us and sat us, (her personality was impeccable and so friendly - ideal hospitality energy). We got some sparkling water and a beautiful bottle of wine that was just divine. There was also a fantastic selection for a local restaurant. We ordered the Porterhouse for two, the pear salad, creamed parmesan corn, green beans with pancetta, and the garlic mashed potatoes. It came with two complementary rolls and butter. The salad came, it was KILLER, and I was so excited for the meal, as everything had been excellent so far. Then the main meal came... and what a disappointment! The steak was warm, and the oil was not even sizzling on arrival, the sides were all luke warm, not hot. Everything was just so utterly bland. It just had little to flavor, very little salt, no seasoning other than garlic and pepper, no herbs, no nothing. The creamed corn was just milky, the green beans were not crisp, but quite limp, however the garlic mashed potatoes were delicious. But can you really screw up mashed potatoes? I knew not to order to dessert, as the portions looked minuscule online, so we just asked for the bill at the end of meal. Our server was very pleasant, but I felt life for this price point, the service should be almost annoying - Similarly to Peter Luger. Especially as they are trying to mimic that type of environment it seems. For the two of us, it was $348.00... but for what was presented and the level of service, I would have expected the price point to be about $100 less than that. The restaurant wasn't even busy, there were three tables of two and one four top for two servers. But based on the customer base present during our meal, it seems to attract big ego men looking to take low brow women for a "high end" dinner experience where they don't want to be seen. But alas, price does not dictate quality. I wouldn't recommend for some someone celebrating something. There are far better restaurants for less money in the area that will whet the pallet throughly! Seek other options.

All the way from Houston we must say that we were highly impressed with the quality of our steaks....the ambiance...and especially the service! We met the owner and his son and the size of the steakhouse made our dining experience very intimate. This being our first time to NYC, there were a lot of steakhouses to choose from but we saw lots of positive reviews and the pics helped us decide on DeStefano's. We were not disappointed and will add this steakhouse to our list of faves when we return! Thanks for making our dining experience exquisite!

Stumbled upon DeStafano's on a Saturday night with a last minute reservation. Waited an hour at the bar before sitting which was not bad as we intended on doing this. The bartender Michelle makes great drinks, gives good recommendations and is an all around pleasant human. Our waiter, on the other hand seemed like he had an attitude. Didn't let that ruin our night. The food was incredible GET the lamb chops. Sides we went with (not pictured) garlic mashed and creamed spinach, tasty but nothing special. Opted out for dessert. Definitely recommend the steakhouse.

This is the greatest steakhouse in wall of New York City do not be fooled!!! Come and be absolutely awestruck be sure to have one of the incredible side cars which are like an elixir of God !!!

I've been going to DeStefano's for about 8 years. I've never had any issues and have always enjoyed the food. That all changed this past Saturday when I hosted my bday dinner. I've never experienced such horrible service. The waitress Emily P, treated me and my husband with such rudeness that I had to request a different server. Emily was rude from the get-go. There was no greeting, no introduction, just her rushing us to put in our drink orders with her nasty attitude. It was obvious she did not want to serve us. I asked her name and mentioned that she never introduced herself, she said "I know" and shrugged her shoulders. I have no idea what we did or said to Emily for her to treat us with such disrespect but I can assure you I will never return. She had the audacity to give us a fake apology at the end of the service as she brought out our bill(they pool tips so she had no choice but to try and save face at the end). DeStefano's has fallen from grace.

Great food, the service was great as well. We went for our anniversary and left happy.

This is the perfect place for those who want a cozy dinner. The steak cooking and the quality of the meat were in no way inferior to Peter Luger. The servers were also very friendly. I highly recommend it for anyone looking to enjoy dinner in a comfortable atmosphere at a reasonable price.

Most delicious steak I had in a long time. Amazing atmosphere, great people. I will definitely return.

Nice atmosphere. Very clean. Delicious food. Great drinks. Service was excellent. Everyone made you feel comfortable.

Still one of my faves. This visit I branched out and finally tried the pork chop and it was chef's kiss. It was flavorful, crusty and the perfect temperature. We always get the wedge - their blue cheese dressing is so good, and the creamed spinach. We always leave happy and full.

The steak in this restaurant tastes only of heavy pepper and salt, no other flavors, and is grilled raw. It is expensive and unpalatable.

The service at the bar was excellent. The drinks perfect. The table service was excellent. The steaks excellent. Better than Lugers. Better than Uncle Jack's . Better than Ruth Chris. Better than Rothsteins. Worth the money. AP 10 /9 /2024.

In my opinion the best steakhouse in all of NYC. I have been coming here for 13 years and it still holds its own. I also can't put into words how amazing the staff is. I have had the same waiter for over a decade! It's truly a family place. I would give it more stars if I could

The steak was covered in a foul tasting blood and the other food was mid poop poop poop

Absolutely best Damn Steak house in Brooklyn. I've been to this establishment about 10 Times and the PorterHouse for 2 is a must have even if your the only one eating. New York strip is a Definite go to & DO NOT FORGET to order the Garlic Mashed Potato & the infused corn. The service is exceptional & Mr. John is an absolute Gentleman . The ambiance is cozy with a possible Date happening 2 tables over or a family enjoying a Great Steak night out. Thank you Destefano's Staff for a wonderful Family night out.

Awesome service,excellent quality,outstanding food preparation. Wonderful atmosphere.

There is something to be said about an old school Italian Steakhouse. DeStefano's is a gem of a restaurant in Williamsburg , Brooklyn. Framed portraits serve as decoration in the small dining room. The bar was is separate from the man dining room is a nice open space but still intimate with tables for dining as well. The service was great from start to finish. We never felt rushed even after realizing our party of three had been there for 2 + hours as the dining room filled up. May sure you make reservations if you plan on dining. Steaks weee cooked to our liking. The only miss were the short rib egg rolls and creamed corn which were just ok. Creamed Spinach Rib Eye Short Rib Rolls Thick Cut Bacon Wedge Salad Creamed corn Caprese Salad Tiramisu Cocktails boulevardier Lemon drop

The steak here is amazing and so is the team. Unlike another unnamed competitor steakhouse in Williamsburg, the team here makes you feel welcome. John, Joy, Christian, and Dave know how to make their customers happy. The steak here is just amazing, very tender and flavorful. You can't go wrong with any of them. Take your pick, prepare to drool. I always go with my wife, so I always go with the Porterhouse for two. The bacon is a MUST. A beautiful combination of sweet and a little spicy, I would easily say it's one of the best pieces of bacon in Brooklyn. And the sides. Don't get me started on the sides. I have tried all of them. I ALWAYS get the garlic mashed potatoes. You can't go wrong with the others, but I have my favorite. Desserts. I've been told that I make a pretty good Panna Cotta. Personally, I'm not even a fan of consuming it. However, I decided to get it here and I'm suffering now because I know what an AMAZING panna cotta should taste like and have to refine my recipe. The tiramisu is also amazing and leaves me wanting more. Don't hesitate to ask the team for the recommendations. You never know what you'll get.

Food - 5 stars Service - 5 stars Bar Ambiance - 4 stars Restaurant Ambiance - 3.5 stars Highly recommend the crab cakes, filet mignon, and espresso martini.

Service was top notch!! Steak was "cooked" perfectly- I've never had such a great medium cooked steak. It melted like butter. Sides were also fantastic! However. The steak had no seasoning!

Best steakhouse in Brooklyn. My wife and I have been going here for your years and it never disappoints

Loved the atmosphere! It felt like I was at my grandma's house. Our waiter was great. He was really nice. He realized that he forgot to give my husband his second round of drink. So when I asked for another round, he gave my husband's drink on the house. We didn't even tell him about the drink he had forgotten in the first place. He took the initiative and made up for it. We thought that was very nice and professional. The food here is delicious! The short rib spring rolls were so good especially with their horseradish sour cream. We also had their Portobello Napolitano which is a grilled portobello mushroom layered with sautéed spinach, goat cheese and blue cheese. It was delicious! We also had their Bone-in Rib Eye (24oz.) It's a twenty-eight day prime dry aged Rib Eye served in its own juices and sliced upon request. Filet Mignon (8oz.) Their signature filet for a lighter appetite. Served with or without sauce. The steaks were cooked to perfection! We also loved their Italian Style Creamed Spinach. It wasn't too creamy which we liked! It was delicious. Don't forget to make reservations!

Went for dinner with my family to celebrate my sons college graduation the other night. My other son has been there and raved about this place so we figured we'd give it a try. Appetizers of bacon, short rib eggrolls, burrata mozzarella were terrific. Drink menu was great and we enjoyed quite a few cocktails lol. As for steaks, we ordered two T-bone steaks for two. Believe it or not, that was enough for six of us. As for sides, we had creamed, spinach, mashed potatoes, sautéed spinach, and french fries. Everything was fabulous ,only pet peeve I'd have to say was they need to work on the shrimp cocktail. Chocolate bourbon pecan pie for dessert and coffee finished the night .really wonderful meal.

Amazing food, very friendly service, reasonable price for what you get. If you are reading this you are probably deciding between here and near by Peter Luger's. I have been to Luger's twice and will say that the atmosphere and the vibe are nice at Luger's. But for quality of steak, hands down I give it to DeStefano's. Porterhouse for 2 and the rib eye were absolutely incredible. The lamb chops were good, they didn't blow us away probably bc the other 2 steaks were that great. The bacon appetizers are a must try. The service was friendly from all of the staff. On a Friday night we definitely didn't feel rushed. The price was better than I anticipated. 7 people with appetizers, meal, desert, coffee and three alcoholic bevs came in under $100 a person. Will I come back? 100% yes. Will I go back to Luger's? Meh, been there done that.

Food we ordered: Crab cakes - amazing Mushrooms topped w/spinach, blue cheese, & feta- very good Creamed spinach- not to heavy and creamy if you enjoy a more creamy style Don't order Potatoes -ok Mahi Mahi (pan seared crusted pistachios)- dry and over cooked 40oz porter house- the people that ate it said it was amazing. Tiramisu - ok, I prefer Lil Frankies better Drinks: Espresso martini - good Old Fashion-good Manhattan-good Service: "John" was amazing and took care of us for 2.5hrs Definitely a great place for am amazing

Dey-Step-on-yo toes in the best way possible. Came for the steak, stayed for the craic. great place to smoke cigs outside with old italian men