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| - Now, I will admit; I am very generous when it comes to reviewing and rating, but I only write about things when true emotion and feeling are conjured up. It's not like I don't have the time, it's just that the inspiration is gone. Not within The Golden Steer.
I will address the fact that I have been coming to and living in Las Vegas since the early 80s as a child. I have seen 90% (probably more) of the businesses come, flourish and then be gone. There are few places in Las Vegas that offer an AUTHENTIC old steakhouse, and even fewer near the Strip. Everything about this place, maître's d and all. Other than Bally's, Circus Circus, Smith & Wollensky and Golden Steer, EVERY SINGLE other steakhouse (on the strip) doesn't pre-date 1989.
I have been to ALL OF THEM. They all are 5 star worthy, But S&W can be a bit pricey... Golden Steer is far and away, my champion of Steak AND Service in Las Vegas. It sits in an inauspicious strip mall 1 block west of LVBLVD on Sahara. The best word to describe this place is Incognitus Majorus. It isn't pain-in-the-assedly normal "In the Rear of the Casino" Location, see: Circus Circus and Bally's. or tucked away in a location that is too crowded (everywhere downtown). Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, Sammy Davis Jr, Joey Bishop and Marilyn have their own booths. There is a Grand Piano in the front Lounge area. The décor looks as if it hasn't changed since 1957. It is reported that this was one of the frequents of aforementioned characters of yore. What a perfect spot, in close proximity to the Thunderbird, El Rancho and Riviera, and then later, Sahara.
I came to dinner with the most obnoxious accessory to diners and servers alike: A BABY. They not only sat us immediately, but Our Hostess, Stephanie (?) offered a bowl of mashed potatoes before even handing us the menus for food or wine. That was incredible. Haven't seen that before, or since.
It was my 5th time there overall and first time with my daughters. The prices were on par with every other steakhouse in town, so I don't mind. The food was not only phenomenal, but the service was incredible, and everyone was so polite about my baby girl. The same hostess even offered to hold her while we finished our last bites. The Crab Legs were huge, sweet and buttery. The steaks were cooked to perfection with the right amount of char and smokiness. The service was jaw droppingly amazing and we ended up tipping everyone that helped us.
Not only was this my favorite steakhouse from this point on; but my favorite dining experience in Las Vegas. Hands Down. I hope that someone actually reads this from front to back. I am a local concierge and VIP Host in town, it is my job to report accurate findings out and about in Vegas. I pass over the mediocre and certifiable, I give Kudos to the businesses that inspire me. Golden Steer offered a dining experience that I will remember for the rest of my life. Not only that, they set the curve. I have eaten quite literally around the world, and experienced service at all levels of remuneration, but have NEVER experienced dinner like my 5th visit to Golden Steer.
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