Steinhilber's Restaurant

The service was great and the cocktails were delicious! The kids pasta was cook to perfection as well! I picked the restaurant because I was craving for paella. My seafood paella was good, but it didn’t meet my expectations. I miss the authentic “SPAN” traditional paella, cooking on the paella pan! The paella here was good, but there’s spices missing there. However, the Wellington beef with the half lobster dish wasn’t worth of its price. I felt the Wellington beef was manufactured due to the pastry look, and cracking the shell of the half lobster was too much for my husband. For all the reasons, he didn’t like his dish. The restaurant has a beautiful lawns and close to the water! Therefore, I had a good time there.

I’ve been to this restaurant twice and the service this evening was plenty enough to warrant a review. I appreciated the personalized service and attentive wait staff. Larry and Douglas were friendly, professional and paid meticulous attention to detail from the moment we sat down till the moment we left. They were incredibly kind, answered all our questions, removed plates, brought items out quickly and were courteous with each of our requests. The awareness each understood about the dynamic of our group was spot on. Kudos to you both and thank you. We tried plenty of dishes and left full and satisfied. The jumbo shrimp were lightly fried and the aioli that accompanied was nicely paired. I had the rib eye and as did others in my company. Cooked as requested. The steak also came with a wonderful homemade steak sauce, though not needed, was a nice accompaniment. The scallop casino had a rich cream sauce and plenty of crab meat, shrimp and bay scallops as well. I quite appreciated the one Pinot Nior by the glass the restaurant offered. A colleague shared a bite of their short ribs with mushroom truffle risotto which also was a star at the table. The bar desserts were also a hit. The atmosphere is simple. The picture window on the back wall provides a nice view of the water from any table. Quiet and dimly lit, it gives the feeling of seclusion even when the room is full.

Our third Christmas Eve dinner here that has become our most cherished tradition, filling our hearts with joy! Always a great experience! All the food was sublime and the service was truly exceptional. Staff were polite, helpful, and attentive, making our evening unforgettable. We savored their famous shrimp dinner and finished with the heavenly key lime pie. We will definitely return, eager to continue our beloved dinner tradition!

My wife and I first went to this restaurant on our first wedding anniversary. We had a great time that night and the food was delicious. For our 10th anniversary I thought I would take us back to the restaurant because it was a great experience. However, this experience was disappointing from a food standpoint. I probably should have gone with seafood, but I decided to try the beef Wellington. I hadn’t had beef Wellington in a long time and when I saw it on the menu, I pictured a beautiful piece of fillet wrapped in a light pastry crust with the mushrooms and everything else that comes in a beef Wellington. That’s not what I got. My wife who likes seafood a lot, decided to also go with the beef. Wellington, compounding the bad decision. What we got was the equivalent of a beef Wellington hot pocket. A tiny piece of meat wrapped up in a premade bread. I asked for a medium rare and my wife asked for medium. We ordered creamed, spinach, mashed potatoes and another vegetable for the sides. Before ordering the entrée, we had the fried shrimp and she crab soup as appetizers, which were both outstanding. Our waiter, Cameron was attentive, professional, and kind. The manager was also professional and stopped by a couple of times to ask us how we were doing. We also had a couple cocktails, which were also excellent. When the Wellington arrived, I expected it to be filled with a decent size piece of meat. It was tiny and for $55 extremely disappointing. Moreover, mine was overcooked and well done. I would expect a restaurant like this one to make its own beef Wellington using a large piece of tenderloin and made from scratch. Especially for the money the premade likely frozen hot pocket was not worth the time or the money. I sent mine back and waited another half an hour for my new order to arrive. By this time, of course my wife had finished her dinner, but they did give me some shrimp to hold me over until the new one was ready. Although the entrée was extremely disappointing, the sides were delicious and the service impeccable. It was a beautiful night and we still had a good time. When my bill came, I was charged for both shrimp when I was under the impression that one would be comped. The manager took the check and said he would take care of it. When he came back, he had taken off the shrimp and one of the Wellington‘s. That’s what a good restaurant does. I didn’t have to ask, he took the initiative and made it right. I will go back, but I’m not ordering the Wellington again. It is a beautiful restaurant and I’m sure that there are many other things on the menu that are outstanding

We had a wonderful dinner here! Ordered the paella, fried whole snapper, creamed spinach, fantail shrimp, a glass of cava and a cranberry aperol spritz- everything was delicious. The quality of the shrimp was superb (we are shrimp connoisseurs 😎)! My only qualm was that the paella was a tad bland and the baby mussles were under the broiler a bit too long- so they were dried out and crunchy. The service was excellent 👌🏽 we would definitely come back!

Wonderful elegant yet casual vibe; terrific service. Gorgeous location. After 2 visits this year, I recommend drinks, she crab soup, and dessert. She crab, as in photos with other reviews, looks like lobster bisque in color but the large row of crab meat down the center is the best. Nice flavor. And splash of sherry is a nice touch . Crab in every spoonful. My mint julep was outstanding in a frosty metal mug. Warm individual pecan pie comes with ice cream $14, and no option to order without ice cream. It was good, but too much pastry for my taste. I'd rather have a slice from a full sized pie. Both visits the entrees were disappointing. The first was a a wedding reception so I excused it for the large group challenges. The second was their trademark butterflied fried shrimp with a twice baked potato. Shrimp were more beige than golden brown and bland. They were cooked throughout, but not at all appealing on the plate. Preparation of meals for our party of 5 was lengthy, so I didn't want to send it back. We were having great conversations and I didn't mind the wait, but I was ready to eat by then. Gave some shrimp to others at the table and took the rest home. Twice baked potato I stopped eating halfway though because it was too dry. The top had some color to it but no flavor. At home, I scooped out the potato and added hot milk, butter, salt pepper, chives. Much better to have creamy potatoes. .Air fried the shrimp til they were golden and enjoyed it. Added old bay seasoning. The shrimp didn't taste like local or NC shrimp. Asked the server and he said maybe from the Northeast . ??? Across the table a companion said the halibut was ok but nothing special. Before and after photos attached. Potatoes in a bowl are at home with golden brown shrimp and old bay seasoning. . The complimentary bread was sort of a dry toast square. Even the butter couldn't help it. So I vote to enjoy the marvelous surroundings, have a great drink and an appetizer or soup and maybe dessert! It's a beautiful place. Terrific staff..

This is one of my most favorite place of all and been here only 1 time. The service was phenomenal! Larry C. was exceptional! I have never had service this great! We came to celebrate an anniversary and it did not disappoint! Will definitely be back here again. The food and appetizers were great as well for a reasonable price! The paella is a must have!

We lived in the Hampton Roads area from 1981-2008, and dined at Steinhilber’s many times over the course of those years. We even celebrated our 25th wedding anniversary there with family and friends in 2004. We remember the founder, Robert Steinhilber, greeting us at the door when we would arrive and making sure that everything was good when we left. We have recently moved back to Virginia and were visiting our daughter in Virginia Beach, and were pleasantly surprised to find that the service and the food at Steinhilber’s continue to be excellent. We dined there on a recent Saturday evening. The weather was nice so we decided to eat in their outside dining area (new since we had last been there years ago). The tables are nicely spread out and the ambiance is wonderful with candles on the tables and lights strung around. We started our meal with drinks and appetizers. I ordered the mule of the day as my cocktail, but asked to have Sprite substituted for the ginger beer and my husband ordered the old fashioned. Both drinks arrived quickly and were very good. We opted to split three of the appetizers—the she-crab soup, the crispy octopus and the lamb lollipops. We remembered the she-crab soup from our visits long ago, and it did not disappoint. It was full of crab, and served with a dash of sherry—just like we remembered. We don’t often see octopus on menus in the US, so it was a nice surprise. The octopus was delicious—cooked to perfection! The lamb lollipops were also a unique offering. They were ground lamb, encrusted with pistachio and panko crumbs and fried. They were equally yummy! We chose to split one entrée, and chose the daily catch, which was halibut. It was flaky, tender, moist, and delicious—definitely fresh, and was served with a spinach and vegetable rice. We were too full for dessert, but we chose to get a piece of Jeanne’s chocolate delight to go and enjoyed it later that evening. Service was friendly, courteous, knowledgeable, attentive and efficient, while allowing us time to enjoy our meal and each other’s company. Steinhilber’s continues to be an excellent choice for fine dining in Virginia Beach! If you are ever in the area, do not hesitate to book a table (definitely recommended as they are busy). You will not be disappointed. My only regret is that they do not have the seafood au gratin on the menu anymore.

This was a really classy place to dine with a group. First of all, the service and staff are outstanding. They are attentive, professional, and really treat you well. I loved the classic uniforms and the way they do their service. The food was really good, everyone at our large party got something they loved except for one person. The stars were the Lobster Thermidor, oysters Rockefeller, and octopus appetizer. The lobster was large half shell stuffed with decadent pieces of lobster dressed in a cheesy cream sauce. The oysters, while were creamy, hit a nice balance of salty and sweet, and spiced well. The octopus was clean, tender, and delicious. The only failure was the Chicken piccata, in which the diner felt the fat to acid ratio was way off and made the dish entirely too unpleasant to eat. I would definitely recommend this place for a great meal with an excellence dining experience.

This place has been a top quality restaurant for the past 80 years! While other establishments have come and gone, for whatever reasons, Steiny's has maintained a reputation at the very top of fine dining and excellent service. Our most recent visit far exceeded our expectations. The waitstaff and management team are working seamlessly to provide the very best possible quality for foods and services. The Pear Martini was refreshing and delicious. we shared a fantail shrimp appetizer with a delicious dipping sauce. My entree was salmon served atop a bed of creamed spinach and wild rice. Dessert was whipped key lime pie (best I have ever eaten). Having said all of that, the meals are not priced to compare with any typical or ordinary food experiences. * A special comment about our server, M.J. * She was attentive, polite, professional, witty, and friendly, while describing several options for our meal. By the end of the meal, we felt as if we had been treated to a truly extraordinary evening. We visit on special occasions. Tonight was our 27th anniversary and we are looking forward to the next birthday, anniversary, or any other occasions to celebrate here !

Once in a while a good dinner with a view of the water sets calming night. Topped off with attentive and friednly service. Had the raw oysters, prime rib, Fisherman's platter, and lobster (to go). Raw ouster were nice, fresh, and just the right size. Love the house made horse radish that also went well with the prime rib. Fishermans platter became a to go as well. Served with a good portion of deep fried fish, butterfly shrimp, scallops, onions rings, calamari, hush puppies, and clams with house made dipping sauce. Worth the drive for a real good dinner.

I've heard nothing but great things about Steinhilber's so I couldn't wait to try them out for a friend's birthday dinner. Steinhilber's is a beautifully quaint restaurant hidden in a neighborhood near Town Center. The exterior landscape of the restaurant was absolutely stunning at night and the outdoor seating included fire pits to keep you warm. We made reservations for 5:45pm on a Sunday and the table was ready upon arrival. The servers were very informative of the menu and provided the specials for the evening which all sounded great. We were also served complimentary bread which was warm and tasty. Our food was served fairly quickly. I decided on the Crab Cake with Twice-Baked Potato and it was absolutely amazing. The Crab Cake was a great size and full of fresh crab meat. The Twice-Baked Potato was also very good but I did have to add some salt. I tasted my friend's Filet Mignon and it was divine, especially with their homemade sauce. The restaurant manager, Kelly, came by to check on us, which I really admired. She was awesome and welcomed me to the restaurant. I wish I could give 10 stars for my experience! Everything about this restaurant was amazing and I can't wait to return.

Obsessed! I absolutely loved my experience here! The service was amazing and it truly was fine dining. The food is great! I ordered the seafood paella and the serving was huge! We also ordered the Beef Wellington and it was so tender. The only issue with it is we felt like the dough/pastry was definitely undercooked, it was very doughy. The creme brulee and tiramisu dessert were spectacular. I will definitely be returning! The location was amazing and the outdoor area was perfect for a night out!

I think this is gonna be my new favorite spot! It was a Friday night and boy was it busy apparently, it's everybody's favorite spot. They had a party booked the dining room was full, but as always, the service was great. I had to come back the pumpkin martini was calling my name so of course I stopped to get a pumpkin martini and I had to get a dessert. Because as we know, dessert pairs well with a cocktail. Pumpkin martini is made to perfection so good I had two with a piece of their chocolate cake. Oh yes, I will be coming back. They're still things on the menu that I need to tackle.

Ambiance was perfect. Service was excellent, we had a party of 10 and everything went great. Our server was attentive and helpful

Steinhilber's is located in a beautiful, peaceful setting. We sat by the window, gazing at a beautiful garden and stretch of lawn all the way to a waterway with boats sparsely docked. It's really a perfect setting for any kind of celebration or an intimate dinner. Ours was a tale of two meals: one spectacular the other disappointing. I had the whole fish of red snapper, which was spectacularly presented. The large portion of fish was fresh, tender, and wonderfully flavored. The flavors did not overwhelm the seafood. The sides of broccolini and roasted potatoes were perfect. Also, the portions were surprisingly generous. On the other hand, let's talk about the filet mignon. We had come to expect a high-level of quality and expertise at Steinhilber's based on many reviews. But this piece of filet mignon did not live up to that expectation. A great filet mignon should be slightly charred on the outside and tender and juicy on the inside. This medium rare steak was grey on on the inside and lacked any juiciness and flavor , and the outside was undistinguished. It definitely was not a great quality of steak. We've had much better filet mignon at "lesser"restaurants. The dipping sauce for the steak was really too bitter to be of any use: it didn't add anything and overwhelmed the steak. We would've returned it, but it was awkward during a celebration. We won't make that mistake again. The twice baked potatoes were very dry and the seasoning was weak. The brussels sprouts looked beautiful on the plate, but they weren't crispy - in fact, they were a bit rubbery. And again, the seasoning was disappointing. The service was always professional if a bit remote. Again, with the beautiful setting and the great reputation we may come back at some point in the future and give it another chance. Since one of our meals was excellent I have some hope that our next visit will be better.

We came back with family due to their amazing patio seating. I love eating outside here. You feel like you're in a little garden oasis. We had a yummy dinner this time. We got seafood which was delicious and cooked to perfection! I tried the daily catch which was salmon with a delicious rice base. Their mashed potatoes were also delicious. Service was good!

We have come here several times for a team dinner. Excellent service every time! We end up having our event downstairs, which is nice and keeps it private with our own set of servers and bartenders. The food is really good and we typically have just about every appetizer available on tables pre-dinner while we enjoy cocktails, wine and beer and then choose entrees from the menu. I have always had an amazing meal here! We come here a lot because our team is over 30 people and there's only so many restaurants that can accommodate such a large party...! Luckily this place can not only accommodate, but do an amazing job with amazing service and culinary acumen as well!

Came here for a birthday dinner - a very nice cozy place. Staff were extremely professional and helpful. The pear martini was delicious, but tad too tart, and the maple old fashioned- a bit too sweet. We had their famous fried shrimp - very juicy and perfectly cooked. My lobster ravioli was good, but over salted, and my husband's Wellington could've used another minute or so in the oven. The lava cake was amazing though. Overall - a nice experience and will recommend to maybe go in spring/summer to enjoying the outdoor seating with a river view.

When in town visiting my son and his family, my husband and I had a "free night" for "date night". We decided to try Steinhilber's since it was very close to my son's house and we had given my son and daughter-in-law a gift certificate for there 2 years ago and they still raves about it. We didn't have a reservation, but they had room for us. The portions were large and the preparation was very good. There was a good choice of menu items. I have since ordered another gift card for my son and daughter-in-law, so they can enjoy a night out. The setting for the restaurant is nice, on a waterway. It's tucked in the back of a neighborhood and the garden like setting is beautiful.

It's been well over 2years since my last visit. Started with the she crab soup and it was on the yellow side but tasted fine. For dinner I had the NY strip and hubby had the filet. The steaks were made well.

I've been coming to this location for years and I will say this pound for pound you get the biggest bang for your buck here. Compared to some of the other fine dining establishments in the area this place doesn't feel like you're getting robbed. You have a nice balance of steak seafood and other dishes. It's most recent visit I had the paella and the seafood combo broiled. I've gotten it fried and years ago they used to include a crab cake with it but menus change. The paella was flavorful. I was taken a back by the flavor. The seafood combo consisted of flounder, calamari, shrimp and scallops. I left nothing on my plate. Setting was very romantic and the service was outstanding. The way staff was very attentive and they made sure we didn't want or need for anything. I always enjoy myself when I come here and I plan to continue to do so.

Making the annual trip to the OBX and staid in VA BEACH over night. The wife and I stay at the Westin in town center and she fell asleep by 7pm. Called the ex wife (whos my 2nd best friend[behind the new wife] and we caught up over some of the best fish, wine, key lie pie and cream bruley I've ever had. We came to Steiners 27 years ago on a date and it was a blast from the past to catch up with her. She is happily remarried to the new love of her life just like me and it's amazing that we can catch up like old friends again. Steinholders brings people together and I'll always cherish this memories...good things come to an end so better can come to the future! Thanks steins!

Idk why no has ever recommended this place to me, I loved it! The atmosphere was awesome. We sat outside next to a beautiful garden and river, perfect date night ambiance. The service was great, everyone was very nice and professional. I had a manhattan, the whole fish, and a pecan pie. My wife had a ribeye and my daughter had a NY strip. The drink was good, not too strong. The fish was amazing and the steak was on par if not better than Aberdeen and Cork and Bull which were two of our previous favorite steak spots. The Pecan pie is my favorite pecan pie ever. My wife's crème brule was ok and my daughters lava cake was less than ok. All in all this place is awesome, 10/10 recommend.

After previous experience,we decided to come back after almost 2, years for another birthday in family. Night started with a fly in a whiskey forgetting ,bread basket again and inattentive service. Food itself was good,fried shrimp appetizer was great,with a little underwhelming sauce. Special of the night was halibut,it was cooked with the respect,moist and tender,but unsalted. After all flaws,they didn't taken off whiskey from the bill,didn't offer any small desert for birthday and seemed like not interested in our dinner experience. I added 1 star for not bad food and pretty nostalgic ambiance,but I don't think they deserve my business anytime soon.

The food was amazing. I got the fried oysters and they were delicious. Also had the crab cake....chefs kiss. Service was very nice. The fried oysters were not on the menu, but asked if they could offer them fried. The chef said, of course. The setting was beautiful too. White tablecloths with a view. This is our favorite seafood and more restaurant.

I haven't been in a while. I've heard mixed reviews from friends that have been. I will say the food was good as I remembered. Great service as well.

We had heard great things, but overall felt the meal was kind of meh for the price. The service was good, but it was a hike for us from Western Branch so I doubt we'd make the trip back.

first of all, this place made me a halibut fan. but more importantly, Connor is the best dang bus boy I've ever seen! he was so polite and welcomed us at the door with open arms! he kept the water flowing and the serotonin producing :) the setting is gorgeous and we loved the large garden and the water

We came during Valentine's week with a reservation. Upon entry, the hostess kind of stared at us and didn't say a word. One of the servers then asked if it was just two of us and we mentioned we had a reservation. Then the hostess looked around to figure out where to sit us... very awkward. Our servers were wonderful, though! They were very prompt and polite. There is a very distinct smell inside that I just could not shake. I'm not sure what it smelled like but it turned me off the longer we were there. It was sort of mildew mixed with cured meat. Yea, not too appetizing. The lobster thermidor was delicious and the short rib was just ok. Not too much to speak on regarding the food, I did expect much better. The outside is beautiful!! Multiple seating options including overlooking the Bay or near the fire pits. I doubt we'll be back unless someone invites us for a special occasion. So sad, I really wanted to like it.

The food was was really amazing and the whole place was super nice even for it being cold and windy. The only thing I would say is it seemed like the other waiter knew more about what was going on than ours did like the sides and specials for the day but other than that it was great.

The service here was absolutely amazing! And if I were just reviewing it on that it would be 5 stars! Plus the ambiance!! The food was the let down, especially for the price you pay. I am not new to octopus. I grew up spending summers in Spain with my mom's family and eat pulpul seco (dried octopus) and other variety too. The last piece was by far way too chewy that I couldn't bare to continue eating it. And then my seasfood pasta, tasted absolutely fishy. All I could taste in the dish was overly powering seafood aftertaste. And sadly it actually made me sick that same night. So to spend over $300 for my birthday, this of course includes appetizer, drinks, dinner, and a dessert, and to not enjoy the meal and get sick, was such a bummer. I don't think we will give it a second try because the cost out ways the possibility of it not being good again.

Top tier! Everything surpassed my expectations, from the beyond-exceptional service to the warm, relaxing, and peaceful atmosphere. The fire pit area outside was terrific; even in December, it was relaxing on a lovely winter evening. We all had seafood dishes, and everything came out to perfection. Unfortunately, I did not take pictures.

Great food,service but dining room too small with tables too close together. Felt a little rushed at the end of dinner

Came here for dinner recently and had an OK experience. First, the parking lot was pretty massive so it was easy to find a spot. We had a reservation so we walked in and were immediately seated - we had our choice of sitting indoors or outdoors, but decided on outdoors since the weather was quite nice. Unfortunately we didn't predict that the sun would be shining in our eyes throughout the meal, but I can't really expect Steinhilber's to control the weather :) Our server did a pretty good job throughout the meal, but he did mix up a couple of our sides, and that took a while to fix. I ordered the crab cake for myself, and it was pretty tasty, but kind of expensive at $39 (especially since it didn't come up with a side!). The beer selection wasn't bad but I do wish they had more options on draft. Overall, it wasn't bad, but given the price point, I would probably choose to go to another restaurant next time for a group dinner. For a romantic date with my wife, this place may actually hit the spot a little better.

I wish I could give more than 5 stars because this place was top notch. The food, service and ambiance were outstanding, start to finish. I had the short rib and pecan pie, both were absolutely fabulous. We sat outside at the fire pit with drinks after dinner. The garden is private, quiet and relaxing. Highly recommended!

Okay, not from the area but was taken here. I will say I'm very particular. But I don't think anyone enjoys eating with an excess of flies. And there were little gnats all over the table. At that point I chose to limit my ordering. I have a very strong sense of smell and I thought I smelled the facilities or maybe someone ordered something that was pungent. It was a turn off. Again, I'm super super picky because those around me seemed to be having a good time. I've had a cleaner, tastier and more vibrant experience (staff seemed unhappy or uneasy/apprehensive ... who knows) at a smaller fine dining establishment in the suburbs of Philly, DC or Baltimore. But this place works for the area so keep doing what you're doing.

Amazing service. Everyone was so nice and attentive. Dim lights make for a romantic experience. Absolutely recommend the shrimp, oysters Rockefeller, and lobster thermidor

Absolutely beautiful place, but you must eat outside on patio or at their firepit tables during warmer weather. Wait staff is very attentive. Food is prepared to perfection and tastes wonderful. We go here from time to time just for a romantic dinner date. Recently, we had their fried shrimp, crab cake balls, she crab soup,fried red snapper, paella, and creme brulee that had toasted marshmello that was so good. Warning...paella has fish in it. Menu describes only the shellfish, not the fish within the rice. That was a disappointment for me being I only eat shellfish and not fish, but I saved it for my family to enjoy. It looked and smelled wonderful, however. Will definitely return and next time, I'll ask if they are able to withholding the fish so that I may try it again. I want to thank the wonderful staff and chefs that made the dinner wonderful.

Anyone rating this poorly is a moron..Best service and food. The property is beautiful.

All i can say is this place is top notch, the wife's favorite place. We dont know which is better, the incredible food or the outstanding service we got from Kiki and Melanie, they worked together like a very well oiled machine. The ambiance is spectacular, beautiful view of the water, you cant go wrong with this gem of a restaurant. Thanks for making my wife's birthday very special.

I had set a reservation at 8 pm. We arrived 10 minutes early. I observed only 1 dining room was being utilized and the other across the hall was empty. For a reservation that was made and receiving a confirmation via text, I expected the table already available waiting for us and not the opposite of where we are waiting for the table. Given the restaurant seems to be at full capacity, at least the one dining room at the entrance, expectation of a reservation should still be available. While waiting as the time for the reservation of 8 pm approaching, we were not checked on. This gives me a sense that our reservation at 8 pm would not happen promptly. Therefore, we just left. This was a very bad first impression.

My first experience last night was less than mediocre. My New York strip was over cooked twice first time well done second medium well, when I asked for medium rare. Not to mention steak was completely unsalted or seasoned served with what tasted like A1 steak sauce? Second the "lobster ravioli was basically a grilled ravioli soup with no roux in the sauce just looked like seafood broth mixed with tomato paste. Your lamb lollipops are a misleading app as well we expected pistachio crusted lamb rack and were served a meatball on a bone. Ube pure was not one bit tasteful. Seems like you guys just focus on cocktails to numb the senses enough to hide this half assed kitchen. I can tell by the food you have "workers" on the grill and not one chef back there that's passionate about serving quality food... the Wait staff however was very attentive and accommodating but I'll never be back for a dinner service you guys dropped the ball big time on this one. $226 down the drain.

The ambiance is great. The service was great. But everything else was pretty mediocre sadly. We had the catch of the day, which was halibut. And the presentation was beautiful and it would have been 9/10 for sure, but the fish was overcooked. The twice baked potato came out barely warm. The fried shrimp started was the best part of the meal for sure. Wish we would have skipped dessert. The crème brûlée was trying too hard with all the extra stuff on the plate, and was enough to feed 8 people. If we'd been warned about the size we would have only ordered one dessert. It was not worth the $200 (2 adults, 1 young child)

7/27/23 So I REALLY wanted to enjoy this place. Took my fiancé here for his birthday. I was disappointed. Not sure if I would return again. We love frequenting the same restaurants if it's good - no matter the cost. But not this one. I'm really sorry and wish that our first visit was better. I will review three sections thoroughly. Service: Service was top notch. Everyone was pleasant, kind, attentive, informative, and nicely dressed. Each person had a job, knew it, and did it well. They worked well as a team. Outside: The establishment has available space outdoors for guests to enjoy their meal, have a lake view, quiet/romantic time under a beautiful tree, and even have an event. Simply beautiful. Ambiance: The restaurant is nice and clean. The decor is nice. I can see why people decide to have an event here. This establishment is good for engagement celebrations, mature birthday celebrations, classy events, and even weddings/wedding celebrations. But it was so hot. Not sure if the AC wasn't working but it was to hot. Then, the ceiling was leaking on our table and no one did anything about it. No one! We told two people and one person said "maybe they'll fix it." ‍ Ambiance/Environment Con: There is an "old/vintage" smell in the restaurant that I couldn't shake. I tried. It just smelled like an old thrift/vintage shop. Like grandma's garage or attic. It was weird. Food: Where do I begin. No flavor at all. Now I understand that one may want to be mindful of sodium intake, etc., but a little seasoning will make a huge difference. Caesar Salad: Flavor was good. Very tasty. But I don't like hot salad. The famous fantail shrimp...very pretty & lightly battered: no seasoning, bland. Only ate one. She crab soup...just call it thick soup broth. It was about a teaspoon of crab (about three tiny pieces). More crab meat please. The flavor was on point, but very little crab. Twice baked potato: bland. Try adding a little seasoning and chives or green onions. Maybe a side of sour cream. ‍ Asparagus: Delicious! Seafood Platter: Identical to the shrimp. Very pretty. Very bland. Fresh. No seasoning.

Excellent place for a special date night or for any celebration. The service was amazing! We were there on a rainy day - can't wait to go back to get to experience their outdoor spaces.

A perfect date night location! The view of the river was stunning, the food was mouth watering, the oysters were some of the best I've ever had. The staff was so friendly and welcoming. As soon as one dish was done very were clearing the table and bringing the next one on. This place is a perfect hideaway!

Great food, atmosphere, and service! Great views. Hidden at end of a quiet cul-d-sac

Steinhilbers is the perfect place for special occasions, family get-togethers, or just spontaneous date nights. We came tonight for our anniversary and it was a wonderful night. Both the indoor and outdoor areas are gorgeous but due to weather, we had to sit inside. We were in a back room, which was quiet and quaint. Our server and the other staff members who helped were all wonderful. My husband got the Old Fashioned and said it was great. For apps, we had their famous fried shrimp and the Scallops Casino. Both were delicious. We would get both again. My entree was the short rib risotto which we both loved. My husband got the paella, which he liked but it wasn't my favorite. We skipped on dessert. Everything was great.

Excellent food, service, and atmosphere. I eat there every opportunity! Special Steinie's shrimp required.

The food is phenomenal, the atmosphere is cozy and casual, and the service is very, very good - even on the busy night when i went! I absolutely love this restaurant. I first tried it for my mother's 80th birthday party, and i'll be going again with my husband for our upcoming 15th wedding anniversary. Highly recommended!

The service is amazing the staff is super attentive the food was great and the location is and view is beautiful

Just go. This place is a staple for a once a month dinner with friends and family. Anything you order will be good and the service is top notch.

Wonderful meal great ambiance & Service. We will be back. Server accommodated us by changing our table away from table with children.

It's always a great experience at Steinhilber's. The restaurant is always well kept clean and calming. The staff is very friendly knowledgeable of the menu and they respond quickly to the needs of the customers and very patient. The food is very unique and beautiful presentation wise. But not just the presentation the flavors are so delicious and well structured to target every taste bud. I'm a seafood foodie and the menu caters to this for me. I absolutely love this restaurant there's nothing I would change about my experience and I will always come back.

We went there for a work event and it was wonderful!! Everyone enjoyed all the food and service. We will do this again. I will go there with my boyfriend! My food was very good and I eat out all over the US and I was very impressed with my meal. Job well done to staff and chef!

Yikes. This did not live up to the hype. Ambiance/service: We had reservations and had to wait for a table. During our meal, a busboy kept rushing us to clear our plates. I was visibly still eating with food on my fork and he was standing there. However, the wait for our food was plenty long. The tables were crammed in together as close as possible. I understand having to get as many as possible and to turn them as quickly as possible, but I felt that urgency and for a $250 dinner I don't want to feel rushed or squeezed in. Although the view was pretty, we couldn't see it over the heads in the packed in dining room. Food: My steak was overcooked. It had been a long wait in between apps and salad and the main course so I didn't send it back because that would've meant starting with a new one and it wasn't worth it. Also, I'd expect they could devein the shrimp in a $22 shrimp cocktail. They didn't. Last, and most weird, I had half my steak boxed up with their house sauce. Except that when I got home to put it in the fridge the box was open and the steak was gone. The busboy? The valet? Someone took it because the juices were in the box but no steak. One star for the wedge salad. The rest of the meal went downhill from there and was mediocre at best. Past its prime. Maybe it was an off night. But seriously, who took my steak? It was $25 of filet. I wanted that for leftovers.