J. Alexander's Restaurant

Absolutely loved this place. The atmosphere was on point—great vibe, solid lighting, and just the right level of energy without being too loud. You could tell they put thought into the setup. The steak? Cooked to perfection—tender, juicy, and full of flavor. Everything came out hot and exactly how we ordered it. Service was friendly but not overbearing, which I appreciated. Overall, it just felt like a spot you actually want to come back to. Definitely recommend if you’re craving a quality steak and a chill, well-done environment.

We had the fish of the day it came with rice and mac, the fish tasted amazing with a butter that just melted, also had the crab dip and fillet. Food tasted very good, would try again.

We ordered the chicken strip dinner, grilled chicken salad, salmon dip and a spinach dip. Finished everything. This J Alexanders is always packed with people, excellent atmosphere and food was delicious.

This was my first time I Had the Haddock with lemon lump crab sauce which I enjoyed and left with leftovers and I must say the Carrot cake was “EVERYTHING!” I had heard from so many people that it was🥰

My experience was awesome. The bartenders Candice and Sherry were great. Food was prepared to perfection. I will be goin back to that location for sure!

I placed on online order on Friday. I get there to pick my order up i noticed my steak cooked well done. I bring it to there attention. They look in the trash to find the order ticket to see it indeed say medium. They apologize, and say we're gonna make your steaks over. Offer me a pop while I wait for my fresh steak. Five minutes later, they bring me my fresh steak and say sorry about the inconvenience. Today, I go to heat my steak. As you can see, I had a big order, and it's completely raw. I see they only cooked the outside of my steak. Also notice how over cooked the salmon is. Its no where near medium like it normally is. Its well done. Unacceptable. After waiting for them to fix the mistake they made only to turn around and get it wrong again. If they were open I would be on my way back. This is absolutely crazy.

Thank you for the hospitality Tyler! Service was great, food was delicious and wonderful atmosphere. Only issue…we live 5 hours away. Will definitely be back when we’re in the area again.

Came in for a birthday dinner with my guys, top notch as always. Steak Maui 👌‼️

Every time in the Troy area, this is a must go to restaurant for me and my friends and family. We try to make reservations as there can be a really long wait on the weekends If you have a larger group, go ahead of time and get your name on the list. Be vigilant because sometime they can skip the order on the list. It's a classier restaurant with dimmed lights. The bar is not super big so it's always packed. There are always wait staff zipping around so be sure to hold onto the little ones and be careful with elders. My go-to's are the seafood dip, sea bass and mashed potatoes, and their drinks. Don't be shy to try different appetizers as those are always good.

I went here thinking it would be a high end dining experience. The only thing high end was the prices. The place was so loud it was hard to have a conversation. The crowd was another story. I would have thought that I was at a fast food location based on tank tops, short shorts, ball caps, etc. Service was mediocre at best. Although the steaks were perfectly cooked I thought the Mac and cheese was disgusting but our server never returned to the table for me to say anything until she brought the bill. $47 for NY Strip, even perfectly cooked doesn't justify that price. $41 for Prime Rib is still high. I will not return.

Always delicious food! We love it here! Great service. Good ambiance! We love J. Alexander's.

I haven't been to this location in over a decade. It was a mixed experience. First, the interior could use some updating. My cypress salad was really good; I subbed in grilled chicken instead of the crispy chicken. Service was slow and very hit or miss. There were a total of 4 different people who waited on the table which was so strange and they said the original server was preoccupied. There was an issue with another entree at the table so that person had to order something else, delaying the meal quite a bit. The manager was apologetic and offered a complimentary dessert. Should have just comped that entree. I wouldn't go out of my way to return to this location. Service this mid on a slow Monday is...telling.

Do not go on Sundays: lousy, lukewarm food with half-listening waiters who just want to get the job done with each customer

I hate to say it I really do but J. Alexander's is underwhelming. We went a few days before Christmas. I was excited to have a nice meal after shopping. We had an okay meal. Everything was okay. If I were honest my money would be better spent at a good hole in the wall taco joint.

The portions were quite small. The tuna was just a small portion of the salad. The dressing was too sweet for me. I didn't feel like the Wasabi and ginger mixed well given it was a salad and no rice. The tuna itself did not taste too fresh. It was a bit rubbery. Given it was $25+ I wouldn't get it again.

Here again from California and had to come here to dine. It's located in the mall and there's plenty of parking. We came on a Monday without reservations and there was only a 10 minute wait. I highly recommend this restaurant it's perfect for date nights, girls night out , and even more. It was crowded with a lively crowd and the vibe was amazing. We were seated at a comfy booth and in no time our server Allie arrived. She was super helpful and sweet. We actually came here for the delicious ooey gooey carrot cake. But we ended ordering the Hong Kong chicken, veggie burger, lemonade,and the spicy margarita. Everything was delicious and all in all a great experience as usual. A special thank you to Allie for going over and beyond. Until next time and hopefully soon.

Don't forget the artichokes! We stopped in for a lunch post pedicures at Nordstrom spa and it was exactly what we wanted. My mother, sister and I shared the wood fired artichokes as an app, always delicious especially with the aioli. For lunch, we all got the steak sandwich on special, absolutely the right move. Love their shoestring fries as well. Finally we split the carrot cake for dessert. Never forget the carrot cake.

Saturday feb 10, 2024 my ladies and I celebrated galentines day. We loved it here. The lemon drops were amazing and strong per usual. The food was everything! The service was even better. Our waitress was such a sweetheart!

By far my favorite steakhouse in Troy, MI. It's centrally located at one of the premier shopping centers and the service is excellent. Dining in is the only way to do it. Especially after a long day of shopping. Hehe The steak Maui is rubbed with Kona coffee grounds and is absolutely divine. I highly recommend it to those that eat bovine. Softly lit and comfortable seating. I wouldn't go anywhere else!

They were INCREDIBLY rude and frankly quite racist. The server took FOREVER to take my order and instead took other tables orders that came way after me. Then when I did order, the server gave me nothing but attitude and when they walked away, made a comment and how they can't stand black people and how their always in the way. And I endured all that for some lousy food that wasn't even cooked all the way. So I will NOT be coming here ever again.

Can't go wrong with stopping here for lunch or dinner! Have frequented here with both family and friends for years, and have always had a great experience. If there's one thing to know, it's that they're usually pretty busy in the evenings, and throughout the day on the weekends. Highlyyyy recommend calling in for a reservation either while you're shopping or just in advance as the wait can sometimes be long. That being said, the service is always superb, the staff are always very nice! Food is always great, the fish is always amazing, otherwise I love their caesar salad as well! Portion sizes are usually big, but the sides are amazing as well! The french fries are a great option for the table. This is something small, but the staff are VERY knowledgeable about the menu which is so nice because with people having different things they can and can't eat, it just makes it super easy!! Also their carrot cake is to DIEEEEE for!

By far the best J. Alexander's in Michigan! I've been to about 3 locations and this one outperforms the others every single time! It's always packed but somehow the service is always great and efficient. Food always comes out fresh and delicious and is always amazing! Must get the Hyde Park or the Wagyu Burger!

Chain restaurant in metro Detroit area. Large restaurant from a seating capacity perspective with a huge oval shaped bar just to the left of the entry. Not sure what was going on a mid-week day but the bar was packed with every seat taken. The restaurant itself was dimly lite and provided a nice ambiance. We were seated quickly and because my partner was familiar with the menu she quickly ordered the calamari appetizer and suggested a few others but we decided to only ofer the one. The menu itself covered a lot of faire - various seafood, steak, chicken, salad and sandwich options with suggested sides. I ordered the pecan crushed trout which came with cole slaw and my partner ordered swordfish and substituted broccoli and added loaded mashed potatoes to her dish. Both dishes were good but I could have used a bit more seasoning to add some additional flavor. I was told that the chocolate cake and ice cream was really good so we ordered it and it met all expectations, moist and delicious. It was large enough for us to share. Lastly, our server was really cool and before leaving gifted us a slice of carrot cake, that being my favorite !

Ordered the rotisserie chicken I believe it's called and it was flavorless mashed potatoes were good broccoli was ehh not worth it. Menu didn't have a lot of options.

Do not try and come here with a party larger than 4. Service is honestly awful. If you actually ever get a table.

Just there for appetizers and my gray goose martini with my favorite blue cheese stuffed olives, my girlfriend with me had a bourbon. Either was a great combination with this appetizer . I just want to say that we sat at the bar and this appetizer that's on a specialty list was absolutely delicious. It was l avocado on top w/ ginger .. it was stuff with crab meat and tuna, and these two specialty sauces I couldn't even tell you what they were but they were absolutely delicious highly recommended

Another great meal at J Alexander's. Service was exceptional as always and I had the Thai Kai Salad without chicken. Delicious! The peanut dressing was incredible and tasted better than peanut satay sauce at authentic thai restaurants! It was tossed in a cilantro vinaigrette that really complimented the rest of the ingredients. I will be ordering this again. Yum!

This is legit my all time favorite restaurant! J Alexander's does not miss, EVER!!!! There Caesar salad is always my favorite thing to get with a ton of black pepper. The spinach quest dip is incredible and so is the emerald cost shrimp. The steak Maui as well is legit one of the best steak preparations I've had in a long time. Their cocktails are very good as well, I always get a pear martini though. I never leave here wanting anything more but another reservation for another date. Great job!!!!!

The food was so good here. The service was wonderful. Our server was so wonderful and polite.

This is a family favorite but this location isn't as great as it used to be. The food and drinks were absolutely delicious and our server was outstanding. But they sat my family in a very high traffic area, right next to the open kitchen so it was super warm and had people walking by us constantly. My salad was amazing though.

Had dinner with friends on a Wednesday evening, so it wasn't that crowed. We sat right away. Service was good. Waitress regularly checked on us. I ordered the Steak Maui and fries. The fries were crispy but a little thin. The steak was AMAZING. One of the best ribeyes I've ever had. It had a beautiful char and great flavor. It was cooked to perfection. Doubt that i would get anything but the steak on all future visits. Also order the Cesar salad with shrimp. I appreciate that they did not skimp on the shrimp lol. The cocktail was great. Excellent service, food and vibe. Looking forward to my next visit.

Went to eat on a Friday around 5:30 and got seated right away. The waitress was excellent. She was very attentive and kept our glasses full without having to ask for a refill. We ordered the fried shrimp for the appetizer with all of the sauces on the side. For the entree we had crab cakes, Mac and cheese, and broccoli...ribeye steak and mashed potatoes. The crab cakes were full of crab and so delicious. The ribeye was the star of the show!! Seasoned well and was tender. The sides were good too. Everything reheated well the next day. Best of all we were in and out in an hour.

Service is out of this world. They went above and beyond to make my experience exceptional. I highly recommend the steak burger, and the fries are a must! My server Sharday was attentive and friendly. Overall amazing place to dine!!

We ended up here for our family dinner tonight and it was absolutely perfect! A bit pricey, but completely worth it. The atmosphere, service, and every single meal ordered was above our expectations. Highly recommend.

Came here with 4 people and 2 of us are vegan. Unfortunately they were NOT able to accommodate which is just wild in today's day.I was offered broccoli, like c'mon who wants a side of broccoli....how can you not have ANY vegan options. And for the chef not to accommodate is just crazy to me. Being vegan is not foreign. One vegan got a salad and it was TERRIBLE as there was NOTHING on it. So disappointing. Also the restaurant was NOT busy at all like you all couldn't try. I also asked for artichokes vegan and they brought them drenched in butter. The service was also not good....just overall a bad experience and a waste of a lunch outing very unenjoyable.

Food was deeeeelish never disappointed service was awesome this location is the best for meee and the ambiance is very subtle and intimate

Too expensive for what it is. Got a New York strip. Steak had a line of fat/gristle through it. Potatoes were ice cold. They replaced them with ones that they nuked in the microwave. When McDonald's cooks fresh fries, the don't nuke 'em. Waitress disappeared for long periods of time and she didn't have that many tables, there were quite a few empties Bartender was rude and slow. Not with the money. It's like Applebees level food with Taco Bell at 2 AM service.

Our waiter made our experience amazing. Very knowledgeable of the menu. The crab cakes and avocado bomb was our favorite.

Tuscan steak was amazing! Service was excellent! Mojito and margaritas were top notch.

Somerset Mall is just a classy place and J Alexanders shares in that refined look with deep brown wood paneling, fancy lighting, etc. Steak and fries were on point. Food and service were outstanding and frankly surprised to see such a low review for a place this seemed to be hitting all the right notes for a well deserved five stars.

4 stars because of service. The entree pictured was sent back. I originally asked for medium well and this was the outcome. Ryan is hands down thee best waiter/bartender! I didn't even get a chance to finish my complaint before my plate was in his hands. He agreed my order was incorrect. Sit at the bar and let him take care of you! He made my night while waiting for my corrected order although it was now served WELL Done and wrong side given (french fries), I honestly didn't feel like complaining about it again and I must admit had it not been for some amazing rosè wine - I probably would've asked for a manager.

The calamari was flavorful and came out hot! The deviled eggs were good but the bacon was good but a little too crunchy. Cajun Grilled Artic Char was finally back as a special and was amazing. Moist fish with amazing grilled flavors. Haricots Verts w/ were delicious anThe fish came with a mound of red skin mash and some tomatoes. Initially I liked everything but the tomatoes. I didn't expect them to be cold. Thought they would've been better grilled but tasted it with the fish and it was better. I usually order a Gin and Tonic so I don't like really sweet drinks. I saw a pretty drink and thought I would give it a try. Ordered the Prickly Pear which comes with an additional serving on the side. This drink was sooooo good. The pour was so perfect that I ordered another. Great ambience. 4 stars because this location rarely answers the phone and servers could be a little more attentive. Overall good experience, will return for more.

Amazing ambience food service is always a ten I come! Cindy's Martini lemon drop is my favorite. My husband favorite is the top shelf margarita and of course we always have to start off with the appetizer of calamari and the J Alex dip.

Such a nice cozy restaurant in the mall. Service was excellent, food was tasty, nice atmosphere, and the hostess was very nice. No issues, I will definitely be back.

The service was terrible at the bar. Very ghetto atmosphere and poor management by the the staff

Every time I come to Somerset, this is the only place I will eat, knowing that the staff care and value their customers. It's a week before Christmas and my sister, her kids and I went to J's for lunch. six hours later(watching two kids under 3 can make you very forgetful) my sister realized she forgot her purse at the restaurant. Luckily, Tyler answered the phone a half hour AFTER closing and told us he had the purse in hand, kept it safe and made sure nothing was taken from it as it was returned safely an hour and a half after closing. quality services is hard to come by in the food industry these days and I know J Alexander just guaranteed a valued customer for life.

Overall, the food is alright. It is pretty $$$ but they give you large portions. My friends and I were all extremely full and had quite a bit of leftovers. We got the spinach queso and today's appetizer special, fried shrimp with two yummy sauces. I think the apps here are definitely worth it. The spinach queso is extremely delicious and super filling with the chips. It made me not hungry for my entree haha. The fried shrimp and the dipping sauces was a nice crunch and touch. I got the rotisserie chicken for my entree and I personally didn't enjoy it that much because it was pretty dry. I liked that I got a dipping broth to enhance the flavor, but overall not too impressed. The smashed potatoes side was just aight. It was pretty rock solid and bland. Waiter wasn't super attentive to us - the restaurant was also pretty busy - so we were given something we didn't order and had it returned. However, we were still charged for it so he ended us giving us a dessert on the house. We got the carrot cake which was quite tasty but we were much too full. It is expensive, but they give large portions. I just would not recommend the rotisserie chicken entree here.

Courtney was all amazing server. The food was the best ever. The vibe was great!!! It is definitely a must have. The Maui steak was cooked to perfection

Excellent food. Service can be questionable sometimes, but overall good food. I would certainly recommend this eatery. Their Key Lime Pie and Carrot Cake

my calamari was burnt and I sent back and they replace with another order of overcooked burnt food again. The oil is old and needs to be replaced. it was burnt flour or seasonings. The kitchen manager and wait staff should be ashamed for serving. This is the one on Orchard Lake Road

I used to go to this restaurant in Atlanta all the time. I recently went to this location and the food was trash. I was disappointed to say the least. I had high expectations. I didn't even finish the food, packed it up and gave it to somebody standing outside..

We stopped in for lunch . Our waiter Tobin was amazing! We were able to sample the mushroom orzo soup. It was delicious . We also had the crab cakes ! I didn't get a picture but our waiter plated it so well. I also got Hong Kong shrimp . Our waiter was very quick with the drinks and by the end of the meal he brought warm towels. Such a great experience!!

The food was delicious. I had crabcakes and a side salad. My friends had steak Maui the service was excellent and the decor was warm and inviting.

we sat at the bar for a faster service victory. my steak burger was perfect. i ordered it medium well with the dressing on the side. it was flawless. my friend ordered a steak and loaded baked potato. i tried his food too. the steak was amazing. the potato was cold by the time i tried it. and truth be told, it looked cold when they fi brought it out. our server was very nice and attentive. she checked on us often. ultimately, i think it's worth coming back.

The chicken salad was terrible. The presentation looks nothing special. It's just iceberg lettuce and canned olives and a sprinkle of feta

I like this place because it's standard-I feel like you'll always get a decent meal and decent service here. I always get a good burger, good salad, good cheese & chips! It's a great place to grab lunch if you're shopping at the mall. I had the shrimp appetizer. It was ok....but the sauces were delicious! You can't go wrong with the chips and Mexican queso....it's good! The chips are made in house everyday & they taste it! YUM! The Thai salad is good.....the dressing is cilantro based & it's delicious and its filling-even without the chicken.

Service wasn't the best however the food made up for it. It's been a while since I was there but that Key Lime Pie left a lasting impression .