Laura L.
Yelp
I've been to Primehouse many times since their opening and waited this long to review because I needed to amass as much evidence as possible. During the past year I have attended dinner there with friends several times, and each of these times there was the consistency needed to make a fair assessment. Primehouse has a convenient location with ample free parking. One thing I noted when walking in, besides the modern chic decor, was that the music played overhead was freestyle. My inner 80's teenager was thrilled (and for folks who aren't a fan, the volume was perfect--you knew there was music, but you could still talk across the table without shouting and my friends didn't even notice what kind of music it was, I had to point it out to them)!
THE GROWS: Steak preparation for my friends at these dinners was inconsistent--resolved immediately, but that's a sticking point with me when it comes to steakhouses or restaurants that highlight their steaks as the center of their menu. My steaks, however, have always been cooked as ordered. One of the appetizers ordered was a special which was described as oysters fried with cornmeal. My friend and I both ordered that and when it arrived, luckily I took the first bite. The oysters were served in their original shell with a layer of smashed avocado with lime and cilantro: my friend, like 50% of people, has an aversion to cilantro because it tastes like soap to him. I warned him and he thanked me for telling him first, but it was something the kitchen should have shared with servers who were listing the specials.
THE GLOWS: The prime rib, served only on Fridays and Saturdays, is among best on Long Island. Perfectly seasoned, simplicity being best, and an au jus that is mouthwatering. It comes with potatoes and a vegetable, which for me were mashed potatoes (creamy and smooth and in no need of salt or pepper) and grilled asparagus and carrots. The oyster appetizer (despite the cilantro debacle) was a marriage of flavors and textures that makes this a dish they should add to their rotation. As a lover of cilantro and avocado, it paired perfectly with the preparation of the fried oysters. I had a Sapphire martini (dirty) which was balanced and served promptly and to my liking. Bonus here is that I was offered olives, then offered blue cheese stuffed olives--wowser! That definitely raised the bar for me, as a lover of all things blue cheese. Our server was attentive and helpful and managed a large table without issue. Every course was brought out with deliberate timing so that no one was left waiting while others ate. To round out the meal, my friend and I shared the red velvet cheesecake. If you are a red velvet fan, I highly recommend this dessert. Their dessert portions are big enough to share, except for the gelato which is a one-person serving (and who wants to share ice cream anyway???).
In the past I have enjoyed many seafood options they provide as well. For those times you don't want red meat, I highly recommend the halibut entree on their regular menu. I like their creamed spinach, but if you get the prime rib, it already comes with sides, so get it to share if you feel so inclined to order it.
Primehouse is in my top 5 steakhouses to frequent--give them a try!