Trostel's Greenbriar

Restaurant · Johnston

Trostel's Greenbriar

Restaurant · Johnston
5810 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA 50131

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Updated American fare, great service, patio, steak, shrimp  

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5810 Merle Hay Rd, Johnston, IA 50131 Get directions

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Christopher

Google
Stopped by last Thursday about an hour before closing, service, food and atmosphere were great. First timer to this gem. Didn’t feel rushed. Very happy with my medium cooked steak, Brussels sprouts were amazing and an added a flavorful chocolate martini to top it off. Will definitely be back soon.

Amy Smith

Google
If you’re looking for a spot with a killer patio and even better service, this is it. Derek crushed it — hands down the best service I’ve had in long time! Food’s always on point too, with tons of options to keep everyone happy. 10/10 would go again.

Susan McFadden

Google
We had a wonderful dinner at Trostel’s Greenbriar! The food was amazing, the tempura fried shrimp is amazing. Kaine provided great service and was very attentive! It is definitely one of our favorite places to eat!

Adati Tarfa

Google
Such excellent food and excellent staff! It is one of the nice restaurants in the area and it is completely worth it. The food items were in the $20-$30 range and very filling. The seasonal items are great! Visited without reservations but will recommend reservations especially for mid to large parties, this helps the staff to plan ahead of time. This location is great for celebrations!

Minh Hoàng Phạm

Google
Very good place for dinner! Food was excellent! Service was friendly 👍

Jon Morrill

Google
The food was good. It took a little while to get to the table but it was worth the wait. The atmosphere reminded me of a 70’s style supper club. We shared a whole rotisserie chicken with a side of the Brussels sprouts ( highlight of the night). Appetizers we had the Thai beef rolls and havarti baked shrimp.

Chad Brown

Google
I proposed here back in the day, so that should say something as to how much I like Greenbriar. I'd like to say there are two different sides of Greenbriar in addition to the banquet room. The fine dining side is nice and all that you would expect, but we enjoy the bar side. With candlelight booths and dark lighting, I prefer the comfortable bar side. The food is always top notch. I prefer the steak sandwich, the prime rib, the appetizers, the Merle Hay Automile Salad, and the Creme Brulee, among other items. I have yet to be disappointed. It's a minor criticism, but the only thing out of place is contemporary music being played. This is all my preference, but I'd think traditional standards (Sinatra, Michael Buble, Dean Martin, ect) would be a more appropriate choice upon reading the room. The candlelight, food, and decor make for the perfect location for a date night. Trostel's Greenbriar is definitely a happy place for me, and I want to share it with the rest of the D.M. Metro. They take reservations, but you don't always need reservations, particularly when sitting on the bar-side. Great restaurant.

Kyle Fields

Google
Service was off to a slow start, but rapidly staff noticed and did everything to fix it. It was especially meaningful since we went to celebrate my boyfriend's birthday. It was just the two of us and we were so excited. They gave excellent service. The food overall was great, besides the smashed baby red potatoes. They tasted like oil and we couldn't eat them. The pieces of cake were excellent. The food was great overall and flavorful. Highly recommend the coconut shrimp especially.

Paul W.

Yelp
Love the Briar. Been going there for 30 years. It's Great !!! Highly Recommend !!!
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Vicki L.

Yelp
Great service. Excellent cocktails. Nice wine list. Tasty pizza and Brussel sprouts. Good for groups or dates.
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John H.

Yelp
We met another couple for dinner on the patio on a beautiful Saturday evening. We had a reservation, but were quite early, and being a holiday weekend, they likely weren't as busy, so we got seated right away. Our server got our drink order and the other couple arrived a bit later and she got them drinks as we took a bit of time to peruse the menu. There was a Chef's special and the regular menu, and we all ordered off the main menu. ...but just before that...my wife asked how creamy the Chicken Marsala sauce was as she tries to avoid too much dairy. They brought out a small ramakin of the sauce for her to try to see if she'd like it...what a great touch! It was too creamy for her to order the dish, but the sauce was d-e-l-i-c-i-o-u-s!! I got the Lake Rainbow Trout off the seasonal menu. The fish was perfect, and a large serving, on top of delicious Onion Asparagus Orzo. Just fantastic and very filling! My wife got the Garlic and Herb Rotisserie Chicken. She enjoyed it, but wasn't quite as good as other similar dishes she's had. It does not come with any sides, so she added a nice serving of asparagus for $5, which was very nice. The other couple split a couple of items; the Avocado Tostadas, a unique twist on one of my fav Mexican dishes...very tasty, and they also got the Tortellini with Chicken, which I strongly considered. They said it was also delicious, and they had so much they even took a bit home. Drink/wine prices are reasonable and they have good selections of wine. Our server was excellent - checking in regularly and taking great care of us. This was definitely an upgrade from our last time here quite a few years ago, but it was a visit that makes me want to go back!
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Leighton S.

Yelp
We sat at the bar and even though it was busy we got amazing service. The place is very nice, dim lights and all. The food was excellent. I got the chicken raspberry pecan salad and the presentation of it was amazing. Great portion too. It was delicious. Would for sure recommend this spot if you're in the area.
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Craig Z.

Yelp
After 5 years of not stopping in here, the food was on point, our server was awesome, and the food and drink prices were considerably lower than I would have expected. Keep it up guys!
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Mark O.

Yelp
Stopped back in recently and was much happier with my entree--I went with the steak medallions w/roasted potatoes. This came with a salad--and my server informed me of other dressings not advertised on the lunch menu. They include a homemade creamy parm and a homemade blue cheese. I opted for the creamy Parmesan--I was hungry enough that I didn't get a picture--sorry. The steak medallions are a nice lunch-sized portion and feature a nice red wine Demi-glaze. The potatoes were crisp, yet tender. I also got a dessert cocktail called the bit o'honey. Sweet, but not overly so. This is a nice quiet place--I'd recommend it for a first date (not why I was there). But it's a good spot to enjoy conversation and relax. They do have outdoor patio seating if that's your thing.
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Todd B.

Yelp
4.0* (out of 5) Food: 5* Atmosphere: 4* Value: 4* Service: 3* 09/23/2023 We have been here a few times since our move to Iowa, most recently (prior to this visit) for a financial advisor event. Tonight we met friends here as this is one of their favorite restaurants in the area. The food has always been very good. I believe that the atmosphere is getting a bit dated, with the low lighting and shadows reminding me of a 1970's-vintage supper club / steak house. The pricing is a bit higher than I believe is justified given the rest of the overall experience. Relative to the service, that was maybe a poor decision on our part, as when we made reservations, we accepted the recommendation of the hostess to be seated in the bar area. Unbeknownst to us, our meal was in the middle of an Iowa football game with a pretty full bar area - so the server was possibly a bit overwhelmed. We started our meal with drinks, including a Caramel Espresso Martini (name? see pictures, one of the at-table pouring) and Autumn Spritzer (see picture) - I really enjoyed the martini and the spritzer was very light and refreshing. For our food starter, we ordered the Prime Rib Appetizer (see picture) and it was quite tasty - tender & juicy...but be forewarned, the horseradish sauce was quite strong. For our meals, our friend ordered the Pan-seared Sea Scallops (see picture), my wife ordered the Ribeye Steak w/ Gunpowder Crust (see picture) and I ordered the Lamb Chops (see picture). As is always the case with my wife and myself, we shared tastes of our meals and both of us liked and would recommend both plates. Possibly the best part of the experience though was dessert - the Housemade Tiramisu, it was so light, creamy and delicious!! If you live on the north side of Des Moines and are looking for a quality steak or seafood meal, Trostel's Greenbriar has yet to disappoint me on food quality. 03/2021 We stopped here based on a search for seafood for Friday during Lent. The parking lot seemed full, but there was plenty of room inside. We were seated in the back corner room, which was a little dark but otherwise nice. They are clearly trying to cater to a higher-end clientele and generally are doing well to support that strategy. The presentation of the food was excellent, as shown in the attached photos. I really liked the coconut shrimp and the House Creamy Parmesan salad dressing - both are highly recommended. On the flip side, I wasn't impressed with the salmon and wouldn't recommend it. I really like salmon, but this was average at best - not only was it a small portion, but it had very little flavor and was served completely 'naked' with no side or bed of any type other than a wedge of lemon (see picture). Food: 4 (Coconut Shrimp: 5, Salmon: 3) Atmosphere: 4 (a little dark, but nice) Service: 4 If you found this review helpful, please show your appreciation with a Like or a Follow. Photos copyright: happyhourdesmoines.com & thefoodanddrinkguy.com
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Julie B.

Yelp
I used to work here ~20 years ago when I was in college and while some things have changed, a lot has not like the old school bar, their delicious homemade ranch and dry aged steaks. We celebrated my MIL's 80th birthday and everything was delightful. Still one of the best steaks and prime rib around. The others all enjoyed their meals as well. If we lived here we would be back!
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Kayla Z.

Yelp
Stopped at the bar before a holiday party in their party room. Loved the drink menu and friendly staff. Food was delicious, service was great. Would recommend their party room for your next event!
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Chad B.

Yelp
I was invited to an 85th birthday party and this is where she wanted to go. It was a lovely time and very fitting for the occasion. The place is reminiscent of an eighties finer dining establishment with a menu to match. Everything I had was decent, but the lunch menu was very limited. I ended up having the hamburger with no bun with their vegetables. The buns would have been better if they were a little smaller and more moist. The people with me had the grilled gouda with vegetables, which I almost had. It came out with mushy vegetables in the middle as though they used vegetables from the steam table. They did bring a very nice cake out for the birthday girl and they did treat the table very well (I was the youngest one). It seemed as though the people that were there really were enjoying their time and had many memories attached to the restaurant. Out of respect for the atmosphere, I did not take any pictures Taste:6/10 Quality v Cost:6/10 Pr4esentation:5/10 Service: 8/10 Atmosphere and Ambiance: 5/10 30/50=3 star

Lou G.

Yelp
Great bartenders!! And ambiance. Food was good also. Especially the Ahi tuna!! A real gem.

Francesca H.

Yelp
Great food and service, but I am not pleased to learn Greenbriar has decided to start charging a separate credit card fee. They are too classy for this type of fee. Credit cards are convenient and my whole life I have not been charged a separate fee to use a card. I do have costs to go get money, which I never pass on to the vendor because it just isn't done. Plus, who really carries cash anymore? Shame on Greenbriar for using this as a new profit center. Otherwise, EIN please, happy to send a 1099 to the IRS since I am already being put out. My new motto, don't go to restaurants with additional fees attached, because I have rules too!
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Lois B.

Yelp
Food & service is amazing! It was extremely irritating to find out after you provide your credit card that there is a 2.75 percent charge for using a credit card. It was in small fine print. With a restaurant of this high caliber, I find this troubling.
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Alex S.

Yelp
I had the bison and the outside pieces were a bit chewy but the rest of it was phenomenal. My girlfriend got a filet mignon that was cooked perfectly. The caramel cinnamon espresso martini was VERY good. Meridith was very attentive and had a great personality!

Mahar C.

Yelp
The food is great. The service is very pleasant. But the whole interior and exterior are in need of a major refresh and renovation. It is time to refurbish this local beacon of great food‼
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Michael P.

Yelp
Chose to eat here based on several recommendations from colleagues. Made a reservation for one at 4:30, the same time the restaurant was supposed to open. At exactly 4:30, I entered the building and stood for 7 minutes before anyone acknowledged my presence. The hostess was no where to be found and when she arrived, did not have what she needed to perform her duties. She had to excuse herself for a few more minutes before she led me to a table. Keep in mind that there were already patrons in the bar area. Now bear with me here, this is a timeline of my 2- hour visit: 10 minutes to get seated and was the first in restaurant for the dining room. 30 minutes for the wrong drink to be served. 45 minutes for correct drink to be served. 55 minutes for appetizer to arrive. 65 minutes for side salad to arrive. 77 minutes elapsed before I finally mentioned to waitress the amount of time I've been here. 80 minutes food arrives. 101 minutes before waitress arrives to see if I need anything. 105 minutes and the incorrect bill was presented. Sent back for corrections. 115 minutes when corrected bill arrived. 117 minutes when credit card was returned. Of note, I asked the waitress to charge alcohol to one card (expense report) and meal to another. Even this was done incorrectly. 118 minutes when the manager asked if all was well. She was surprised at my displeasure. I didn't have time to explain all that went wrong and I felt any discussion at that point would not be productive. At exactly two hours, I left the table. Think about this, two hours to drink one glass of wine, eat a small appetizer, side salad, steak and smashed potatoes! I was by myself so my focus was on a quick quality meal. About the meal itself. The appetizer was some variation of a Thai beef egg roll. Not what I was expecting, but not bad. I ordered a ribeye with something they refer to as a gunpowder crust. This left a funny taste in my mouth, but wasn't bad enough to send back. The steak was undercooked (there are other reviews to indicate this was not the first instance), but with the amount of time I was already in there, I simply ate it. The smashed potatoes were extremely dry, so I drenched them in butter. Sad to say the highlight of the meal was the side salad. Very fresh and a good portion. Will definitely not repeat. Between horribly slow service and a mediocre meal, not enough incentive to repeat. There are too many other restaurants to try first.
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Tony H.

Yelp
My wife and I wanted to stop in at a classy place to enjoy a drink and an appetizer, so we thought to try out Trostel's Greenbriar. Th parking is pretty descent and next to a Hy-Vee so you don't have to worry about that. We walked in and took seats at the bar. It's a nice, finely lit, fun atmosphere with friendly staff. My wife ordered a frisking that she liked, and I ordered a tall vodka/water. My drink wasn't as tall as I hoped but mixed descent. We ended up going with the cheese plate for our app and we loved it! (Pic attached). There was some good sliced bread, a sweat, raisiny cracker that we really liked with a sweet cheese spread, a garlicky cheese spread, and a couple really good cheeses with sliced strawberries, and grapes. The food looked great and we will definitely be back to check it out when we're more hungry!
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Jhonna W.

Yelp
I had lunch at Trostel's Greenbrier. It was very average. The salad was a very generous portion for the price, but it wasn't amazing. The staff is very friendly and the atmosphere is elegant. It is an expensive lunch option and the food was underwhelming.

Nathan E.

Yelp
First time here. We left very impressed. Really nice ambiance. Our Old Fashioned cocktails were excellent. The salmon was slightly over cooked b it the flavor was still fantastic. The gunpowder ribeye was incredible. Cooked perfectly and the crust was absolutely amazing. Also not pictured was our appetizer of fried calamari which was really delicious as well. We are sold and will be back soon.
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Alex S.

Yelp
Love the atmosphere and the gunpowder steaks! Our server was very nice and well experienced!
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Traca M.

Yelp
Food was great and the setting is just lovely. We enjoyed our appetizers and drinks as well as the entree.
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Tammi T.

Yelp
First off, if someone told me I'd be in Des Moines, IA just one short year ago to even be writing this review, I'd look at them sideways like they just asked for my last piece of bacon. But here I am. I am here on business and have amazing coworkers who recommended this place to me when I said that I was craving steak (my vegetarian only days are long gone though I still mostly eat veg at home. And like any red-blooded human, I occasionally crave a good steak). Greenbriar they said. So I Lyfted there not really expecting much and boy was I pleasantly surprised. I like my steak well. Well done. No pink. Still juicy. I've gone to the bougiest of places that couldn't get this simple request right. I over-explained to my lovely server, Riley how I like my meat cooked and that most get it wrong and it inevitably and almost always comes back pink inside. And dry. Ugh. But oh, not this time! Greenbriar, you completed me this evening. The filet mignon was perfectly seasoned/marinated and cooked. The beautiful grill marks reminded me that no matter how veg I go, I will always come back at least once per year to a well-cooked steak. Greenbriar did not disappoint. Thank you. Is it the Iowan cows? I dunno. But man, that steak was delicious. Oh and I also had garlic mashed potatoes and steamed asparagus sides. Y'all this meal made my eyes roll back in my head. For fun, I had the The Prisoner's Unshackled red and also the Confluence wheat beer. Both were sufficiently satiating. And finally, the carrot cake. Good lord, y'all. How? Why? Who? Just...go...here! (heart eyes)

Linda P.

Yelp
WOW Had wonderful lunch w/three friends Everyone was quite pleased w/there choice I had "Gunpowder Beef" Salad/ one had Walleye/etc It was all good Then one had Creme Brûlée/I ordered Chocolate Cake/one ordered "Carrots Cake& 4yth ordered a truffle
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Mary N.

Yelp
Amazing food! Great menu, many options, delicious salads, great salad dressings, beautiful ambiance, yummy desert and good service. For dinner you do need a reservation ...
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Leslie K.

Yelp
Highly recommended!!!!! We usually eat at the bar, and their staff is GREAT - knowledgeable, fast and very friendly! We're lucky we live only a few blocks away :-).
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Mitch A.

Yelp
Good. Mid-high priced restaurant. We love it, but special occasions mostly. I know you'll like it.

B. F.

Yelp
I appreciated the reservation for nine people. Thank you! The food was very good. It's a very pretty restaurant. Always pleasant. The service was horrible. It took forever for our server to take our first drink order. Then it took forever for him to take our dinner order.
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Stephanie P.

Yelp
We ordered dinner and an app. They brought out two and only one we ordered. No apology and we were charged for both then we waited over an hour for our entrees to arrive to find that I was given the entirely wrong meal but it took 15 additional minutes for the server to surface to let him know. I just said it wasn't necessary to make the correct meal as we already waited so long for our meal. I used to love this place but tonight it was less than exceptional. At the end the server said that he would take my meal off the bill and I would expect nothing less as it was wrong and I didn't even try a bit. So sad!
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Elizabeth W.

Yelp
Good experience all in all. Nothing fantastic. Food is ok. We have ordered Chicken Picatta, on my taste it was plain, but Hearty Beef Soup was really good though. Service is kinda of slow it took a good amount of time for the hostess to come greet us at the door, and it also took a waiter a lot of time to get to us.

Catherine S.

Yelp
Wonderful place. Inside or out. Wide variety of options on the menu. I've never had a bad dinner there. Have not been for lunch
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Beth H.

Yelp
I ate lunch here the week before Christmas with a work group. This was my first visit to the restaurant. They had our reservation handy and seated the group right away. The tables were all covered in white tablecloths and the restaurant was decorated nicely for Christmas. Our waitress was attentive and helpful. I thought that there were several good options for lunch, from salads, to salads, to entrees. I ordered the salmon and rice for my meal. It came with a small side salad as well. The portions were perfect for a lunch meal. A few of my bites of salmon were quite crispy, but overall the food was very good. All of the food for the rest of the group looked great too!
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Austin G.

Yelp
Can't say enough good about this place. Excellent food, service, and pricing. Caesar salad came with anchovies! A minor detail but it's the minor details that make it a five star sort of place.
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Jessica G.

Yelp
Came here with my old coworkers. We had a delightful time out on their patio. I ordered the avocado Tostadas and a beverage. Nice quiet ambiance. (March 2021)

Jesse R.

Yelp
Service is excellent. Waitress was very polite and patient as it took a while to look over the menu. One of the best salads I've ever had. The meat was also superb and was cooked exactly the way it was ordered

Judy L.

Yelp
They serve non alcoholic wine for alcoholic. Food was good but why charge for wine type not ordere

Nicole B.

Yelp
Always a great experience when we have been there multiple times! Great drinks, service, and food. I love the risotto and scallops and my husband loves the prime rib or steak deburgo. You must get the Haverti shrimp app!
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Katherine A.

Yelp
We were in town on business and stopped here for dinner on a Monday night. The restaurant is upscale and lovely inside with a subtle Mediterranean motif. The dining rooms are quiet and romantic. We were seated quickly and offered drinks. I ordered a glass of Cabernet which came quickly in a large Ridell glass. The wine was buttery and delicious. Trying to stay healthy I ordered a wedge salad and the sea bass for dinner. The salad came oddly deconstructed as a large wedge of lettuce with a small cup of blue cheese crumbles and a second cup of blue cheese dressing. I was a little disappointed but looked forward to my sea bass. The $32 sea bass was supposed to come with sherry glazed fingerling potatoes and greens and a tomato cucumber relish served with a poblano chili cream sauce. The dinner was served small portion. So small that I did not see the greens. The poblano sauce had no flavor. I did not see the tomato cucumber relish at all. The sea bass, however was delicious and cooked perfectly. Overall, the dish was a disappointment. Our server was excellent. There are better places to dine in Des Moines.

Chris B.

Yelp
All experiences have been good. Recently had a bad experience. Ordered the ribeye and it was SO grizzly and chewy. I'm a person that leaves not a morsel to waist. Walked away from a half of ribeye that night. Good service and love the atmosphere. The table shared a bite of the beef tenderloin, it was very good.
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Cheryl B.

Yelp
Excellent! Loved the dinner and hope to come back soon! Nice vibes inside with good sevice
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Nikki F.

Yelp
A family favorite. My husband's family has been going for decades. Gunpowder ribeye is a go-to dish. For a fun and lively atmosphere, sit in the bar area.
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Arnulfo H.

Yelp
Gem in Iowa. 5 stars are not even enough. Atmosphere is fantastic. My server was on his first day of work and he did an amazing job! They have a wide selection of wines. Name it prolly they have it. The manager is very attentive making sure she gets to great every guest and opens the bottle of wine for them. Their Halibut is a must try. And don't forget to get a slice of their carrot cake. I swear the best ever. Trust me I've been to 9 different countries and multiple cities. I will definitely be a regular here.

Beth W.

Yelp
Ordered chef's special Prime Rib. After returning it twice, never received as ordered. Manager, owner, apologized twice but food never corrected. Unusual, as food usually great here. Lovely waiter and felt so sorry for him. Unfortunately, this wasn't our first rodeo here and gave it another chance. We received a response from the owner. Instead of 'owning the issue', we received a snarky response. We are new to IA from CO. We do believe in IA nice. We belong to the local Field Club and have joined organizations. We hear the reviews of restaurants to frequent. This was not the visit we expected. Sure this 'seasoned' restaurant will continue to do well without our visits. It's 'tired' as we've heard.
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Tammy G.

Yelp
We spent two amazing hours there. If you want a relaxing place to eat and drink where there is no pressure and rush. Go here! The food was outstanding. We had the prime rib foe appetizer and a wedge salad- both scrumptious. The entree was pan severed scalps with mushroom sauce and seriously the signature drinks were all amazing (we tried six of them)! Took home two desserts, will post the review when we eat them. Nice job staff of Greenbrier! Bob and Tammy (not Sharon) Griffith...we will be back
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Matthew D.

Yelp
Our group enjoyed the Valentine's Day weekend menu. I must admit it's been years since I was last at Trostel's. We chose to take it off our list due to the slow service and the outdated clientele. When our group decided to come out I was hopeful things had changed. Our group was given a two hour window for dinner and I am fine with that. My problem was we sat for 30 to 45 minutes before our waitress took our drink order. At one point our group of 8 felt invisible. Our waitress recovered nicely and drinks and food finally got to us. The evening was saved by a great meal! If this place will do a slightly better job of checking on tables it's a 5 star restaurant. Perhaps we will come again for a special occasion.

Heather H.

Yelp
Save your time and money and find another steak house. I came here on ordered a medium well done steak and was brought out a steak literally in a puddle of blood after waiting over an hour. I also ordered brussle sprouts and the red mashed potatoes to them not bringing my Brussels sprouts until I reminded them and the mashed potatoes are whole potatoes not mashed semi hard. Honestly mad I wasted my Friday night coming here. So disappointed

Ann M.

Yelp
We just had the worst dining experience that we've encountered in many years. What should've taken an hour max was stretched over 2 hours due to the kitchen being busy. We waited over 30 minutes between our soup and salad and our entrees. The chicken special was so dry that I had a hard time swallowing it. My husbands NY strip was cooked to his liking but was extremely tough. Our server was good but I suspect very overworked because we hardly saw her. My parents used to love dining here but I will not be returning.
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Michelle A.

Yelp
My brother worked here in the kitchen a few years back and now returns as a patron on regular basis. Known for their steaks and prime rib apparently. I wasn't too hungry but he convinced me to eat off appetizer menu and of course get cocktails. We shared coconut shrimp, prime rib appetizer, Thai beef rolls, havarti shrimp, and tiramisu for dessert. All we're fantastic and so fun to eat through a variety of items on the menu. The patio is a hot commodity so definitely call in for table. The prime rib bites were AMAZING with the very spicy horseradish...and for $19 it's a no brainer! The coconut shrimp were monsters...butterflied and just delicious! The dessert chef deserves a shout out for taste and presentation! Perfecto. Meredith, our server, was jolly, polite, and attentive. (I do not enjoy an overzealous server. I like some time between courses). She was just great and her farm Grows many of the restaurants veggies and edible flowers! COVID disclaimer: restaurant was following all reasonable guidelines during COVID. MUST CALL IN for a table!
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Kurt F.

Yelp
I was very excited to try Trostel's Greenbriar after looking at other Yelp reviews and pictures. The prime rib especially looked simply amazing, and I am an avid prime rib aficionado. So, my favorite dining companion and I set out to do just that. Since we were coming during prime Saturday dining hours, we decided to make reservations. The hostess I spoke to on the phone strongly recommended doing so, as well. I would repeat this recommendation to anyone coming in for dinner on Friday or Saturday. This place gets VERY busy for dinner. We arrived at the restaurant around 730PM, and just as promised, it was packed. We ordered a drink at the bar while we waited for them to ready our table. We had just barely gotten our drinks when the hostess let us know that our table was ready. Excellent! The decor inside was warm and inviting, with enough light for dinner and conversation, but not enough to be fatiguing. It was pleasantly warm inside. They definitely didn't care about turning tables over quickly, although based on observing the staff, they were exceedingly efficient at bussing tables when people left. We started our meal with the grilled shrimp appetizer. It arrived promptly. It looked and smelled great. The taste was great. It was nicely grilled with good char marks and excellent seasoning. It was served over a fruit salsa that complimented the shrimp quite nicely. For dinner I didn't even need to read the menu. I was here for the prime rib! I ordered the large 16oz portion medium rare, with a Cesar salad and a side of mashed potatoes. My dining companion ordered the Steak Diane special, blue rare (she likes her steak still moving), with fried brussel sprouts instead of fingerling potatoes, and a side of French onion soup. It didn't take long at all before our food was out. My cesar salad was quite proper. It came with sliced anchovies, dressed with their own creamy cesar dressing made in-house. It was delicious. My dining companion's french onion soup was very much on point. It came with lots of onions and a hearty piece of bread with lots of cheese. As soon as our entrees arrived, my mouth began watering. My prime rib looked succulent and beautifully cooked. My companion's Steak Diane also looked fantastic. She squeaked with delight as she cut into it and found it was indeed as rare as she hoped it would be. My first bite of prime rib necessitated closing my eyes and letting out a delighted groan. It was practically perfect. Tender, juicy, and downright irresistible. I quickly began devouring it, as while I wanted to savor it, it was just that good. The Steak Diane was also amazingly tender and melt in your mouth, even at blue rare. Her fried brussel sprouts made me envious. They were wonderfully caramelized with a crispy outer layer and a delicious flavor. It kind of made me wish I had done the same. The mashed potatoes were good, but we are talking downright amazing fried brussel sprouts here, people! There were numerous delicious looking desserts on the menu, but we were too full. We had a wonderful time. I highly recommend Trostel's Greenbriar to anyone looking for four-star fine dining at three-star prices. Our bill was just over $100, but that's hardly surprising when you're talking about food of this calibre. There are certainly some less expensive items if you're on a budget, but the high end entrees will certainly put a smile on your face. This place has fast, exceptional service. Mark this one down for special occasions or if you are hoping to impress someone. They'll certainly leave happy. I know we did!

Stephen B.

Yelp
Excellent food and service and drinks. If you have time give it a try. a good place for a romantic dinner.