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| - Went on a recommendation from a coworker. I must say that I was doubtful as I walked through the smoke-filled casino at Gold Coast to get to the Cortez Room. In fact, I looked at my wife and said: "Are you sure?" Glad we persevered.
Setting: A bit old school, but well kept and elegant. Hostess pulled table out so that we could slide in easily (something that I only remember having done for us at Morton's). When we realized that we had been seated directly next to one of those big-mouth let everyone in the restaurant hear all of you stories type of people, we asked to be moved - and were w/o any challenges or issues to a much nice, and quieter table.
Service: Warm, friendly, and attentive - without being invasive. Our waiter and his team made sure we were happy, our water glasses never saw empty. I asked for a creamed horseradish - and they brought me a little bowl of sour cream and a second bow of straight horseradish - so that I could brew my own blend! Being that it was my wife's b-day, they brought an excellent ice cream sundae (no charge) and actually sang to her (in tune, I might add) using her NAME. Nice touch.
Food: We both had the ribeye steak ($22 w/ salad and huge baked potato). I have had better ribeyes, but not by much and certainly not at that price (think Ruth's Criss). It was cooked just right, nice sear, lots of juice and had a nice degree of tenderness. The dinner salad had lots of nice crunchy veggies in it -- and the best blue cheese dressing I've ever had. The dressing was chunky with cheese, but not TART like most - it was quite mild and had a delightful flavor. The potatoes were well cooked with a nice degree of tenderness
All in all, I'd go there again without a doubt. Our bill for the two of us, prior to tip was under $50 (didn't do any alcohol). I've paid twice or more - for less.
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