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9401 Glenwood Ave, Raleigh, NC 27617

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Experience the Angus Barn, a lavish steakhouse styled like a rustic barn, complete with an impressive wine cellar, bourbon lounge, and whimsical holiday decor that enchants all year round.  

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"Whiskey and bourbon lovers rejoice because there is perhaps no better selection anywhere in the state that at the Angus Barn’s Wild Turkey Lounge. The lounge gets its name from the 600-plus decorative Wild Turkey decanters on display (the largest private collection of such decanters in the world), and Entrepreneur Magazine once named it “One of the Best Business Bars in America.” Whether sealing a business deal or not, guests can select from dozens of bourbons, whiskeys, scotches, and more. True aficionados will appreciate the reserve list featuring rare finds like Pappy Van Winkle Family Reserve, Thomas H. Handy Sazerac rye, and the Old Fitzgerald 15-year." - Matt Lardie

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Christopher Lawrence

Google
This is a "have it all" type of place. Great steak, humble selection of cigars (but good options), and the best whiskey selection of any restaurant I've been to in the southeast (maybe anywhere). They do have many other liquor, beer, and wine options. I enjoyed 2 cigars (outdoor patio only - no indoor smoking lounge) and walk-in dinner at the Wild Turkey Lounge segment of the restaurant. Will definitely be back again!

Jay Horowitz

Google
It's been years since we ate at the Angus Barn. We wanted to see the holiday decorations (the decorations are up through January) but didn't have a reservation. Went Monday night after the New Year and got there just before opening at 5, only had to wait around 15 minutes for a table for three in the Wild Turkey Lounge. They serve the entire menu and a few additional more casual items in the lounge. We all decided on the Signature Steak Sandwich and some wine. The sandwich is huge (can easily be shared) and delicious. Finished the meal with the Chocolate Explosion (not on the menu; they add a slice of chess pie to an ice cream sundae) and the Apple Cobbler. I was disappointed in the Cobbler but everything else, including the service, was excellent. Will have to come back again and sit at the bar.

Cindy M

Google
Most delicious and tender beef we have ever eaten. We'll worth the price. Service from Miss Kathy and Nick was beyond perfect. Attentive, efficient and personable. They really care about each customer. We had a delightful experience all around.

David Toliver

Google
My absolute favorite Christmas tradition is coming to the angus barn, looking at the decorations and eating the food. This year like in years past they did NOT disappoint. Severin was the bartender and he was funny, witty, and present but not overbearing. Tomahawk steak was just as good as I remember it. This is the best time of the year to go.

Karen Robertson

Google
The Angus Barn has a long history of exceptional food and service. My first visit was in 1973. During the holiday season, a reservation is a must. You can enjoy drinks from the bar with furnished cheese spread and crackers while waiting to be seated. Decorated inside and out for photo opts. Crowded but worth it.

Chris Hurst

Google
This place is super cool. It’s a super fancy place. They let a couple of degenerates like us come in and have some cocktails. We had their famous old-fashioned and didn’t regret it. All the wild turkey stuff was awesome plus some of the historic stuff they have in there is crazy.

Nikki Allamon

Google
If you are trying to go around the holidays, I suggest you make your reservation a year in advance or get there early, really early. However, the amount of effort they put into the decorations is just simply amazing 😍 personality I think the food is great, but the service and attention to detail is really why you go. Top notch establishment and on the rare opportunities I get to go, I jump on it.

RobertsMom NC

Google
We love dining at Angus Barn. This time we came in early for some drinks and decided to stay for dinner. As usual we weren’t disappointed. Portions are always large even on the small steaks. I always have leftovers. The Wild Turkey Lounge is a fun place for drinks and a meal .

Megan B.

Yelp
Classic/Iconic and never disappoints. Fortunate to walk in on a Thursday and get a table in the meat locker. Have dined in the main dinner room and wild turkey lounge is classic. Walking through the kitchen staff is kind and friendly and the kitchen is Pristine! Very clean and all the employees take great pride in their jobs and it shows. Angus Barn is classic and old school dining. Filets, sides and dessert excellent. Excellent service in the meat locker highly recommended.

John G.

Yelp
I had been looking forward to an early evening at the Angus Barn, especially after hearing great things about the Wild Turkey Lounge. My wife had dined here with her mother years ago while living in the area, and the experience held a bit of nostalgia. I was excited for a steak, a few cocktails, and a cigar on the patio simple pleasures that I expected a place of this reputation could deliver. The atmosphere was charming, and the bourbon list one of the main reasons I came was impressive. I started with a beer while I browsed the large menu and eventually settled on the bone-in filet. The wait was longer than expected, but I was in no rush and enjoyed reviewing their extensive whiskey offerings. When the steak arrived, it was decent not the best I've had, but certainly not the worst. Halfway through my meal, I ordered another beer and began looking forward to an old fashioned and a few pours of bourbon afterward. Unfortunately, just as I finished my steak, the bartender cleared my plate and promptly handed me the check despite the fact that I still had ¾ of my beer left and had clearly expressed continued interest in ordering more. His body language and abruptness made it clear that I was no longer welcome to linger, let alone enjoy a cigar or a pour on the patio. That moment soured what should have been a relaxing and memorable visit. I didn't make a scene I simply paid my check, canceled the rest of my plans, and ordered an Uber back to my hotel. Perhaps it's for the best his actions likely saved me $150 or more. In a place known for its Southern hospitality and legendary status, I expected more care, more attentiveness, and frankly, more interest in making guests feel welcome. I didn't come just for a steak I came for the full experience. And that part was cut short far too early.

Toby M.

Yelp
Just OK. When you pay a premium you expect above-the-line results. We've eaten here now three times with friends and we've had consistent experiences. Steaks were prepared just as we requested but they are just not great. Appetizers we've tried have been very very good. Love the Smokey old fashioned and wine selection. Service is spotty. Some good and some not good. Always Friendly and professional service but a few times we've felt a bit underwhelmed by the service. Fun atmosphere inside especially during the holidays. Expensive and not worth the premium. We prefer other spots in Raleigh for a great steak.

Peyton G.

Yelp
The ambience in this restaurant was fantastic. It was rustic, yet elegant. The food was amazing. The steak was cooked perfectly and very tender. The waitress was friendly and super knowledgeable about everything.

Chelsea N.

Yelp
My husband and I tried this restaurant while our kids were out of town. I have to say... it lived up to the hype. We enjoyed the experience together. The creamed spinach was delicious! Twice baked potatoes I think, gosh can't remember what they were actually called but they were so good. We both got two different ribeyes. He got the tomahawk. That was an experience! But honestly my ribeye was much better and half the price. When it came to desserts I actually didn't like the chocolate pie and actually sent it back. When I did, our waiter didn't take it off the check. I only took one bite of the whole thing and finished my husbands crème brûlée. We also saw many other tables with relish trays and had never even gotten one of those. I didn't realize that was part of the experience. While walking out we saw many kiddos eating apples and I thought that was so funny! We stopped in the store and grabbed an ornament (because I collect them). They sell many of their staples in house. Bring a sweater because it's chilly inside. It's a bit dark as well. But a very intimate setting. We enjoyed our time overall.

Anusha J.

Yelp
I came here yesterday for an early Valentine's Day celebration and was at awe at not typical this steakhouse is. It's a very rustic feel with more lighting than a usual steakhouse which I thought was interesting. When you first enter, there's a waiting room with a bar which is unlike anything I've seen. Then we were sat on the second floor which was nice and quiet and beautiful. To start, I got the Coastal Cowboy drink which was very good and some complimentary cheese and crackers and bread and butter which were all good but not the biggest fan of the cheese. For apps, we got the crab cakes and mac n cheese which were both mind-blowingly amazing. I then got the lobster tail with mashed potato and caesar salad. The caesar salad was very good but too big of a portion and the mashed potato was the perfect texture but needed more flavor. The lobster tail was super good and filling. For dessert, I got the chocolate explosion which is a hot fudge sundae with the famous chocolate chess pie and they complimented each other super well. Our waitress was the sweetest person and was super nice and helpful throughout the whole dinner.

Riley H.

Yelp
Delicious! Appetizers and steak were very tasty! We had to ask for the free pickles and peppers...usually they are already on the table. Service was nice and ambiance was a little loud but OK. Still dreaming of my steak! We came here for an anniversary and birthday, but didn't get the free pound cake unfortunately. Not sure why.

Allison P.

Yelp
Our most favorite Christmas tradition! We've been making Christmas reservations for a few years now-and it's the best. The decorations are incredible to say the least and the service is amazing. We ordered our usual steaks and sides and beverages. We also ordered a crème brûlée instead of the chess pie and it's the best I've ever had! We took our kiddo and the kids meal was also fantastic (but we wouldn't expect anything less!) To address the previous review about kids dining at Angus Barn. Here's the deal (coming from a parent): if your kid is melting down or struggles to dine out, it's 100% NOT the appropriate environment. Y'all need a ChickfilA. Angus Barn isn't cheap and it would be super irritating to have the ambiance ruined by a screaming kid. Luckily our kid loves dining out and decor, otherwise we would've gotten a babysitter.

Nessa R.

Yelp
One of my besties lives here in Raleigh, so when my significant other wanted to come to North Carolina for his birthday, this girl was on board! I packed my bags and called her to ask what were all the places we needed to visit while here! The Angus Barn was one! First, it's hard to get a reservation so how we pulled it off with only two weeks notice, who knows, but we got lucky! Driving into The Angus Barn was like driving into an enchanted castle. During the winter months they turn this barn into the North Pole (of course what I assume the North Pole would look like). Christmas decor is unmatched, this ambiance took my breath away. We drove up and intended to get valet service only to find a front parking. As we parked, the valet guy informed us we took a valet spot, we apologized and he said we could just stay. Super NICE! So sorry for the mishap! The entire restaurant is decorated so it was easy to check in and walk around in amazement at all the beautiful decor. Within a few minutes we were seated. Jeff was our server and he was amazing. Jeff was as sweet as a Georgia peach. He really knows how to make people feel at home. Now let's get into it! Appetizers: Complementary Cheese/Crackers - Yum! Shrimp Cocktail- Delicious Oyster's Rockefeller - Okay Ribs - Delicious Crab cake - Just Okay (I'm from the DMV hard to replicate our crab cakes) Main: Ribeye - Delicious Baked Potato - Delicious Side Salad - Delicious Desserts: Complimentary Pound Cake - Delicious This Girl HIGHLY RECOMMENDS! Thanks to my bestie for the recommendation. A must do while in Durham/Raleigh, North Carolina.

Matthew H.

Yelp
Stuffed! First time mistakes were made. The cheese and crackers with wine/beer are extremely good. It does fill you up though. Once you order and get your soup/salad and main entree, you can forget about dessert. That's a treat all by itself. Pace yourself and enjoy your meal. This was a pleasant experience and look forward to returning again, next time with a better plan in place to enjoy the entree.

Cliff J.

Yelp
Angus Barn - 5 stars on all counts. Front of the house and back of the house is a well oiled machine. They have everything down to a science and they roll out the orders with every steak expertly seasoned and cooked perfectly to temp. The house cheese and crackers while not only delicious were also such a nice change of pace over the usual loaf of bread or rolls. Wait staff were super professional and extremely helpful with everything. Out of all the steakhouses I've endured in recent years, Angus Barn certainly deserves a spot in the top 2 in the nation on all facets. Casual atmosphere although there is a required dress code to enter The Angus Barn. Practice common sense, it's an upscale restaurant not a strip club so plan your attire accordingly or prepare to take your business elsewhere.

Jessica C.

Yelp
The Angus Barn is a fun experience and an institution in Raleigh,especially during the holidays. We came on a whim on a Saturday night and decided to wait the 2 hours for a bar seat. We had some drinks, cheese & crackers, and enjoyed the evening. My husband had the steak sandwich and I had the ravioli with marinara. Everything was pretty good. The desserts were phenomenal. I loved the melt-in-your mouth chocolate chess pie. The vibe is fun and everyone is very friendly.

Phillip L.

Yelp
Came here in late January to catch the Holiday decorations and they did not disappoint. I did not have reservations and just wanted to grab a few drinks and appetizers at the bar. I could not believe how popular and busy this place was. From the parking lot, dining room and bar, every seat was taken. The staff was very friendly and attentive and the few appetizers we had were very good. From looking at the steaks that people were having it did not appear to be of the high end steakhouse fancy (at least in presentation) but everyone seemed to be enjoying it. The decorations were truly beautiful and worth the visit. Definitely make reservations.

Ali R.

Yelp
We went to the Angus Barn with our friends who are celebrating their 47th wedding anniversary. They have gone to the Angus Barn every year since their 1st anniversary! I have always heard about Angus Barn's burger, famously made with one whole pound of meat! It was seriously the best burger I have ever had! My husband ordered the steak sandwich with grilled onions. Both of us could only eat half of our meal! I forgot to take a photo of the complimentary relish dish of olives, pickles, celery and peppers and the tray of pub cheese and crackers. Everything was outstanding, including the service!

Megan M.

Yelp
I was here for a wedding and had multiple rude encounters with the staff. One girl in particular, Viviana, was more rude than the others. She was rolling her eyes when I asked for silverware and I could see her talking to the other employees about me. Loved the food but not a fan of the snarkiness amongst employees.

rahul s.

Yelp
Everything was 5 star. Ambience was gorgeous, I absolutely loved where we sat and it was super romantic. Our waitress was first class and she constantly made sure we were doing good. She also gave us a cake for Valentine's Day! First, the cheese and crackers are great, the best cheese and crackers, but it's not bread. The crab cakes are amazing but felt a little too pricey. Mac and cheese was excellent melts in your mouth. The ceasers sold was great and had me excited for the main course. I got the ribeye medium rare with mashed potatoes and garlic butter, it was amazing. One of the best cuts of meat I have had. I also got the blackberry cobbler for dessert and it was a bit tart which personally I didn't LOVE but the texture was amazing and I always loved howling cow ice cream

Emily G.

Yelp
Highly recommend this steakhouse! Reservations definitely needed. Started with the complimentary cheese, crackers, and olive platter. They were good. I split the 22 oz bone-in Ribeye (medium rare) which comes with your choice of soup/salad and potato side. We split the Caesar, ordered a stuffed baked potato and an extra side of mac and cheese. It was PLENTY of food. The steak was cooked perfectly. For dessert we ordered their legendary Chocolate chess pie in Sundae form, served with a scoop of chocolate and salted caramel ice-creams, hot fudge, whipped cream, and cherry. Huge sharing portion. Service was great. Definitely will return.

Jeff D.

Yelp
We ended up in the Wild Turkey Lounge for dinner! What a cool vibe to this bar, you look around and see Wild Turkey Decanters everywhere! If you are a bourbon drinker this needs to be on your list! They have a huge bourbon list that includes several Antique Spirits! Go online first and do your homework before you arrive. Soooo many to choose from. I started out with their Old Fashioned, very good! FYI, the Lounge menu is different from the restaurant menu. When you sit down they give you some wonderful cheese and crackers and an olive and pickle plate! For an appetizer we got the Crab Dip, very good! I then got the Signature Steak Sandwich, it was Awesome!!! We also got the Chateaubriand for one and split it. Very Good! The service was Awesome! Waitress brought the kids a bag of toys to play with and to take home! If you live in Raleigh or just visiting, this is a place you need to try! Cheers!

Lynne S.

Yelp
Service was great. Food was average. 3 of the party of 4 of us wanted the soft shell crab special that was advertised online-but we were told we were a day late (even though it was still up on their website) That's the reason we came here! Really was a horrible start. Don't advertise what you don't have!!! We wanted to leave but it was late and didn't feel like finding another spot to go to. Since we were stuck-had some steaks and sides. Caesar salad dressing was way off (maybe because they sat under the heat lamp?) but I can tell you they weren't Caesar salads. The stuffed potatoes were so dry we literally couldn't eat them -they were so crusted over and disgusting. We didn't even bother complaining as we got off to a bad start to begin with. The steaks weren't the best but ok for the price point. Disappointing visit for sure.

Kenneth S.

Yelp
This was our second time at Angus Barn and we were all very disappointed: FOOD - The steaks were good. The primavera pasta was marginal as were the side dishes especially the mashed potatoes. My salmon was overcooked. I wasn't going to say anything but the waiter did ask so I told him. The manager came by and offered to get me another but waiting for a new dish just wasn't an option since we were with a family group celebrating a birthday and they all would be done eating by the time it arrived. She offered to give me a free dessert instead which I took advantage of but it still showed up on my bill? SERVICE - Wasn't bad but he did mess up my order and obviously there was a communication problem between him and the manager as to the supposedly free dessert. PRICE - The steaks were good but everything is way over priced! $5 for a tiny scoop of vanilla ice scream? There are much better steak houses in the area who's prices are comparable or less...skip this place.

Anny S.

Yelp
I chose this place to celebrate my friends birthday. I wanted to see what's so extravagant about this place. First time here, and my experience here was superb. Although we had reservations in advance, it was quite still very busy. We waited for a bout 10 minutes and got called to be seated. Everything we ordered was delicious. I had ordered the blackend tuna with a side of french onion soup and green beans. We ordered so much food, and not all were shown here. We had asked for to go containers since we couldn't finish it. The server we had was very kind she had boxed our food for us. The restaurant itself is astonishing from excellent service from servers, detectable dishes, and enchanting decor.

Spencer H.

Yelp
What a place!! It looked like we were driving into "Wonderland" with the extravagant Christmas lights already up. I've never been to a restaurant with so many Christmas decorations. It was a sight for sore eyes. It reminded me of a Christmas festival but it was just a regular Friday dinner date night in Raleigh! Once we were seated, our server was amazing with the perfect sense of humor that went along quite well with our silliness! I wish I had a bigger appetite because the menu was quite appealing. We had the shrimp cocktail, ribs, and ribeye.. Excellent! We also had the oysters Rockefeller and Crab Cakes. Those two are the culprits for why The Angus Barn got 4 stars and not 5. They need to go back to the drawing board with those two. Coming from the Crab Cake Capitol of the world, they need to make a trip up north to Maryland and pay a visit to Jerry's or even Blue Dolphin and take notes. The Oysters Rockefeller were drippy and just not good. This place is great and I can't wait to come back. There is soooo much to the menu, I can easily sub the crab cake and Oysters Rockefeller for something else and be just fine!!!

Shawn L.

Yelp
Good food, kind of a pricey steakhouse. Lots of groups come here, so it can be a bit raucous but in a good way. I like their steaks and overall the food and service are on-point, but I came here to say: if you like hamburgers and grilling out, pick up some of their frozen tenderloin patties in their "company store". The prices are reasonable for the size and quantity, they don't shrink much when cooked and they're just excellent. Throw them on a toasted Trader Joe's Brioche burger bun with your choice of toppings and culinary happiness can be achieved!

Elli E.

Yelp
The ambiance was really nice. We felt welcomed by the staff and everyone was really nice. It was my Bday and my friends and I had the Shrimp cocktail, BBQ ribs and rack of lamb. To end it with some cheesecake and a bday cake that was provided by restaurant. It was all really nice.

Vic P.

Yelp
Ambiance, service and food was everything. Dinner at the Angus Barn is an epic experience everyone should have.

Dub H.

Yelp
The Angus Barn is the gold standard of steakhouses in the Triangle. I compare every other steakhouse to here. First of all, the entire complex is straight up unique and amazing. They have huge ponds with an event area overlooking it, a pavilion, their own water tower, tons and tons of parking including valet, and of course the main venue and barn itself. Inside there are multiple areas you can dine in. The main room, the meat locker, upstairs, the Wild Turkey Saloon, and probably more that I haven't realized. When you get there and park there is a huge outside bar area and they serve complimentary snacks such as pickled peppers and olives and celery. At Christmas time they offer free gingerbread cookies. You can comfortably wait on your table in this area with your favorite drink. I highly recommend reservations, it's almost impossible to get in as a walk in. Some reservations require a deposit and you have to book them a year in advance such as eating in the kitchen! Yes, there is a dining table in the kitchen. One of my favorite areas is the "Meat Locker". It was the former meat locker that's been turned into a cigar smoking area. You can dine here and smoke. They do not take reservations for this area and they open it to walk ins at 5pm. Get there early and get in line. There are only 2 3-top tables that you can get 4-5 around if they put them together and then maybe 5 2-top tables, two of them high and 3 low. There is an outside area with a bunch more seats but I find it way too cold to eat there in the winter. And if it rains you will be subject to the elements. The meat locker itself is open but there's a heater so it's a lot warmer in there, I've been in it down to about 45 and that's about as low as I'd go out there. To get to the meat locker you have to go through the kitchen which is pretty cool. They have a humidor near the meat locker and another in the main entrance area. They also have a wine cellar with thousands of bottles of wine and some of Raleigh's millionaire and billionaires have their own shelves with their own personal collections but they won't tell you who or where but you can figure it out pretty easily. The wine cellar also has two giant private banquet halls. They do private events down there as well themed events for the public such as Titanic and Downton Abbey themed dinners...for 2025 they are priced at $195/person and usually sell out almost immediately after being announced. Upstairs they have the bourbon library near the Wild Turkey Lounge. You can see antique bourbons that are lost to history except here. Some priced at $450+ per shot...yes you read that price correctly. We are talking bottles that are nearly 100 years old and not made anymore. They also do their own private barrel picks that are more modestly priced. I almost always get a smoked old fashioned with is about $28 and it's an experience to get it. The gun library is amazing. It's a collection that you won't find even amongst avid gun collectors. Dozens of ancient, classic and heirloom pistols and rifles. There is a guide book in the library. Another great place to wait on your table. The only thing I can say about the service is that it's top notch. It's as good or better than high end places like Ruth Chris's. Servers are well trained and they love their jobs. When it's time for dessert they bring around a tray that has one of every dessert so you can see what you're getting. So many others have written about the food and it is fantastic. They give you fresh baked breads and snacks while you wait. The salads feature homemade dressings, local veggies when possible, and lots of flavor. The steaks are insanely good. They cook them perfectly, even if you get one rare they will sear the top and lock in a ton of flavor and give it great taste. My favorite steak is the tomahawk, it's around $100 and enough for at least 3 people. Even the salads are huge so if everyone got a salad you could easily split that steak with 4 people and walk away stuffed. They go over the top during Christmas with their decorations inside and outside, it's an experience that I highly recommend.

Matt M.

Yelp
The atmosphere is good and fun. The food is mediocre at best. The serve is good, but that cannot.make.up for the poor work and quality of the food. I am thinking that the good reviews are based on the charming surroundings and from those who haven't had actual good food.

Justin D.

Yelp
Great service, ambiance and excellent food at reasonable prices!! Would highly recommend!

Matthew C.

Yelp
Was in Raleigh and met a friend for dinner at the Angus Barn. It had been 30 years since I had eaten here. It was fun to come back. We ate upstairs in the bar area. It was hopping on a Monday night. The service was good for how busy they were. I had the petite prime rib. I am glad I did not get the regular size as the petite was large enough. I had a spinach salad and a baked potato. The food was very good. I had a glass of a red blend that was not memorable. If you are in Raleigh check out the Angus Barn.

Tammy H.

Yelp
Come for the ambience during Nov-Dec, when all of the bedazzling, over-the-top Christmas decorations are up! Every inch of their ceilings are covered in lights and ornaments. For a once-a-year holiday meal or the out-of-town visitor, this is a great experience. The service was fantastic - our waitress was very friendly and attentive, and made sure our soda, lemonade, and sweet tea were always refilled before they were even empty. I've also been to their wine cellar rooms for private event group dinners, and wow, again, the experience of walking through the kitchen, through the wine cellar, to a beautifully set long table and also festively decorated room -- also amazing. The room has its own private bar as well, and the service was impeccable. Now, onto the food, which is the reason I would dock 1 to 1.5 stars: the food was ok, maybe a little disappointing for the overall cost. I ordered the surf and turf for my main course. The steak was not seasoned very well and a little over cooked, and the lobster was rubbery. The creamed spinach side was very salty. The soup of the day (cheddar and broccoli) and caesar salad were both fine. We finished with a delicious dessert combo that was probably the highlight of the meal: ice cream sundae with their award winning chess pie - definitely recommend.

Marie S.

Yelp
The Angus Barn has very nice grounds outside if you want to walk around take pictures and look at some cool things- there is even an old time kicking machine! Our waiter Mark was friendly and helpful. I ordered the prime rib really rare- it came out rare (probably the rarest cut they had. The dipping sauce (mayonnaise and horseradish) and the au jus were tasty, the mashed potatoes were creamy. We were there for two birthdays and Mark brought out a pound cake - which we took home because our group ordered dessert. (I didn't have any but they looked good) We asked for to go boxes (Mark) packages them up) except for when I wanted to take the leftover pickles and olives he handed me a box? (I didn't feel great about that- was I not supposed to take them? I believe they would just throw them out)

Derick D.

Yelp
This place is truly amazing and a steak eaters paradise. There is a bar in front porch, a humidor just inside, a room with many old guns and a book of descriptions for each one, and another bar upstairs. Had oysters and ribs for an appetizer. Both were really good. Started with French onion soup. It was very very cheesy. Upset my stomach some with how much cheese it had but it was so tasty! And the bread crouton on it was good too. The steaks everyone had were huge and cooked perfectly and everyone loved them. Sides of mashed potatoes and mushrooms which were delicious. The desserts shared was some chocolaty chocolate cake and vanilla ice cream and some other dessert. Honestly the dessert tray they bring out made all the desserts look good. Our server was awesome and friendly and attended to our needs very well. It is a bit pricy here but for the meal and experience it is worth it. Highly recommend.

Sarah K.

Yelp
It's a nice ambiance during the holidays and fun to see the overly decorated indoors for Christmas, but the food quality was mediocre. I enjoyed the pickled veggies that came at the beginning. The wedge salad was creamy, but there was way too much dressing to call it a salad. I ordered the salmon with a side of baked potatoes (the server brings sour cream, bacon, and butter). The salmon did not taste fresh. I wouldn't be surprised if it was previously frozen by the way it tasted. Our server really made the experience wonderful for me and my partner.

J Y.

Yelp
I took my SO here for his birthday dinner. It was our first time and he had a hankering for beef ribs. It was decorated for the holidays. It was rustic and borderline over the top and a bit gaudy with the amount of decorations. As someone neurodivergent it was a bit overwhelming to me. For the price of the food I expected for the plating to be better. This amounted to an overpriced Cracker Barrel to me....I would venture to say the food would taste better. My meal was cold, the potatoes had a weird texture and some of the shrimp were gray. Instead of marinated shrimp they should just call this shrimp scampi. I don't eat red meat but my partner's ribs were a bit fatty but his food was smoking hot. I tried his mac and there was nothing smoked about it. His Caesar salad had no croutons and my spinach salad had very little toppings but the hot dressing was good. All in all I wouldn't recommend this place. You can get a steak anywhere for less. Their non steak options were basic. Their drink menus are longer than the food offerings. The server was nice enough but others had a better more engaging server. The manager was nice and apologized for the cold undercooked food and brought out the pound cake for my SO's birthday which was meh. The TLDR version of my review: the food here will make a turd....nothing to write home about. Go elsewhere for a better less expensive meal.

Connie B.

Yelp
Our first visit and while the food was good, service was horrible. We were in the lounge. Was not worth the price (expensive) when service is that bad. Couldn't get waitresses to come back to the table. After our entrees arrived, they got lost. Finally got one back to our table because she passed us to go to another table. We asked for a dessert menu and thirty minutes later, she still didn't come back to get our order. My husband had to stand up and flag her down. Skipped dessert and asked for check instead. Unfortunate it was our first visit and probably our last.

George I.

Yelp
Great food great service. That's all I need to say. I highly recommend. Pricy but well worth it.

Sara D.

Yelp
Food is always good. Server was pleasant. Atmosphere is cool. We always love ton come when we visit the area.

Melody B.

Yelp
I have been eagerly awaiting to go here sometime while they still had Christmas decorations up, but reservations felt impossible since they book a year in advance (this has now changed recently to 120 days in advance). Luckily, I was able to snag a cancellation about 2 weeks beforehand and thought this place would be perfect to celebrate my anniversary with my husband. The Christmas decorations are absolutely incredible. You can see them from the highway and the place is completely decked out both in and outside. Entering the place felt very overwhelming with how many people were there & all of the rooms, but I checked in at one of the hostess stands. They said they would text me when our table was ready. We were seated about 6 minutes past our reservation time. They had crackers and cheese waiting for us at the table when we were sat. The crackers tasted like Ritz Crackers and unsalted pita chips. I didn't care for the cheese. It had the consistency of butter, but taste of cheddar. Our server took our order after about 15 minutes. I ordered the chateaubriand with a wedge salad, French fries, and asparagus. The wedge salad wasn't anything special. It tasted kind of like a bag of salad you could get at the store, but add blue cheese. I substituted balsamic vinaigrette for the dressing. The chateaubriand was decent, but surprisingly the fries were the best part of the dish. The potatoes tasted really fresh. I was slightly disappointed with the asparagus because I asked for it plain without the sauce on it and that request was not honored. My husband got the Argentinian Ribeye. The meat was very tender, but the gravy was a tad too salty. The nicest part of the meal was the whole pound cake to celebrate our anniversary. It was unexpected and a nice gesture. Service was okay. Our server was nice, but I kind of had higher expectations. I was disappointed with the wait time to take our food order, the delay of bread coming to our table (it came after my husband already finished his soup), that the food was not cooked to my asking, and our server touched part of the cake with her fingers (this is what silverware is for!!!). Overall, this place was good, but definitely not a place I'd go to all the time. I highly recommend going when their Christmas decorations are up. If you can't get a reservation, keep looking everyday for cancellations! This place is super crowded, so I personally wouldn't want to show up and wait without one.

Dwanda D.

Yelp
The ambience was AMAZING! It definitely gives all of the holiday cheer vibes! From the moment I pulled up to entering the "barn" the decor was breathtaking. We waited about 35 minutes for a seat which was no real bother. However, when the hostess came to get us she told us we were going to the "meat locker." Now, considering where we were we ALL laughed as we thought this was a joke! Boy, was the joke on us! We walked through the kitchen and there was this "hidden gem" (as they call it) on the back side of the kitchen. A small "pub style room" with TV's and round bar style tables. We were greeted by our server, Sharon who we immediately expressed our disgust to. She informed the manager who came to us to let us know we would be worked back in the waiting list but could sit there while we waited. With disgust we said "ok." About 30ish mins passed and we had not been waited or nor did we receive anyone to the table to ask us for drinks or appetizers. Here is where the problem officially began. Customer service in a restaurant of that stature should be top tier, right? Wrong! I ordered a drink. It was forgotten. I ordered an appetizer, it was forgotten. At this point I am ready to pack up and go. We receive our food and it's mediocre. Nothing to rant about. Very bland in taste. I asked the waitress to please bag it up. She does and she puts my food in the floor. I was LIVID while trying to remain calm and professional in this meat locker. By far the worst experience! I will NEVER return to this place!

Steve H.

Yelp
My daughter and son in law treated us to dinner here to celebrate our birthdays anniversary and being newly retired. This is an amazing place that if you don't have reservations you won't get in. It is absolutely huge and very nicely decorated inside. The menu is like a book and the wine list it very large as well. Our waiter was great and had a cheese and cracker tray already at the table. He then brought a relish tray to enjoy. The soup of the day was creamy broccoli and cheddar with was delicious. I chose for my entree the espresso crusted filet medallions with blue cheese mashed potatoes and vegetables in a red wine chili reduction. The filets were extremely tender and flavorful. The mashed potatoes were to die for. At the end of the meal we were surprised with a complimentary pound cake with candles. Overall an amazing dinner. If you like steak you must try this place.

Madison P.

Yelp
The Angus Barn is a top-tier dining experience! From the start, their complimentary cheese and crackers are my absolute favorite. We also tried the three cheese ravioli, which was delicious. Their cocktails are poured to perfection, making for a great start to the meal. For my entrée, I had the bacon-wrapped filet mignon with a baked potato and asparagus--cooked to perfection and packed with flavor. The elegant barn-style atmosphere adds to the charm, and the service is truly exceptional. To top it all off, they surprised us with complimentary cheesecake for our anniversary, which was such a thoughtful touch. We are making this a yearly tradition. This is a must-visit for a special night out! FYI: Be prepared to spend $$$, don't forget to check out the neat restroom, and dress nice!

Allan A.

Yelp
Was able to get a reservation on a Saturday at 4 pm. The number of people streaming thru the doors looked more like a rush to the bar on New Years Eve. It's been q0 years since my last visit, and the place looked the same. Service was efficient, and the food was good. Was taken aback at how expensive things were. A beef kabob was $51. Wished they served rolls, but they did not. They did offer a basic pound cake at no charge for the person at our table celebrating their birthday. Bottom line, tasty food at a premium price. Make sure to have a reservation.

Lynn S.

Yelp
Been there often and always had a good experience. But last two visits were not so much. Prime rib was tasteless. Caesar dressing (not the same as we've had before) had a weird taste and salad was saturated with it. Crackers with appetizers were stale. Probably done with Angus Barn. Too expensive a restaurant to serve such mediocre food. Oh, and why did they change their French fries? They use to be the best! Now just small, dry potatoes.

Pablo G.

Yelp
Great place to visit with the family, especially around the holidays. Christmas decorations are beyond worth the visit. Service was very attentive, no wait even when we arrived early to our reservation. Food was good, wine list decent, good selection and care to preparation. It is not the most amazing culinary experience as plates are conservatively prepared- not daring... but Ok! I'd return with others.

Fred W.

Yelp
Can I please give six (6) stars?!? Reservations are a must! Go in December or January to experience the over the top opulence of their Christmas decor! Cocktails were super Amazing! While wine list is a compelling 100 pages, my inside info to you is their house Cab is on time and a great price point. I recommend the filet and lobster combo. All entrees come with delicious soup or salad and a potato of your choice, Service made you feel special! We loved Florence, our server- Top Notch!!

Joanna M.

Yelp
I came here to celebrate an anniversary after seeing amazing pictures of the holiday decor and WOW it lived up to the hype. Walking into Angus Barn is like walking into a Christmas extravaganza. Every part of the restaurant was beautifully decorated. Foodwise, I ordered the ribeye entree which came with a side of soup or salad and potatoes. The entire meal was amazing! The ribeye was cooked perfectly and was so tender. Although don't be like me and fill up on the cheese and crackers before the actual entree arrives! It was so much food I had to take most of it home. Our waiter was awesome. He was prompt and kind. I appreciated the anniversary cake he gave us at the end of our meal. Overall, I enjoyed my dinner at the Angus Barn. I loved the holiday decor and the food was fantastic as well. I will definitely be back!

Dave C.

Yelp
Slow service and just ok food. It's an over hyped Cracker Barrel for meat. Not much more to say.

Tara P.

Yelp
10/10 recommend. The food was amazing. Service was fast, friendly and top notch. The complementary cheese and crackers is great. Steaks are fantastic. I sat at the bar area in the wild turkey lounge and it has a cool ambiance. The Olympic Games were being televised. Everyone is super friendly. Hope to go back soon!

Sasha D.

Yelp
Wow! This place caught my eye from the highway because of how beautifully it is decorated even from the outside. I later found out that this is a well-known spot, especially during the holiday season. Photos could not capture how gorgeous the interior decoration is and I was told that Reservations book out extremely early during Christmas time. However, you can walk in for food and drink in the wild turkey lounge if you can't get a reservation for the main restaurant area which is what we did. We sat at the bar in the wild turkey lounge, and the bartender was extremely attentive and informative. We also really liked our food and drinks.