J. Alexander's Restaurant — Restaurant in Norwood

Wow! This place was impeccable!! This is the first time eating out where the bill was 3 digits for 2 people. My boyfriend treated us to this place that he had heard great things about, but I had never heard of it.

First, we did not make a reservation, though we probably should have. We arrived at about 6:45 pm on a Saturday night. Google says up to a 15-minute wait, but we ended up waiting 50 minutes. The food made up for it, though! This place was packed to the brim with lots of reservations coming in as well as large parties of 10 people. We got a booth in the back next to the window, and it was nice and felt private. The tables aren't super close together, which was great.

The mood is romantic with dim lighting and a candle on each table. We ordered the deviled eggs for an appetiter. I'm usually not a fan of deviled eggs, but these were actually really good! For our entrées, I ordered the baby back ribs with fries and a loaded baked potato as well as an Alex's salad to go along with it. He ordered the chicken platter with fries, red smashed potatoes, and another Alex's salad. The eggs came out fairly quickly, and shortly after we finished those, our salads arrived. These salads are surprisingly big! These are the best croutons I have ever tasted. Wow, I'd order another salad just for the croutons! We each ended up taking some salad home since we received our food quickly after getting the salads. Of course, we had to prioritize our hot meals over the salad.

We actually shared both of our entrées between us. The rib with fall-off-the-bone and absolutely delicious. The chicken tenders were really good. I really enjoyed the ranch, and he really liked the honey dijon. The baked potato was a really big potato, nicely loaded. The fries were really tasty. They're small but flavorful. The portions are large! You get what you pay for, honestly. We had no complaints about our food at all.

For dessert, we split the chocolate cake and ice cream there while taking a piece of carrot cake to go. The chocolate cake was rich and delicious. It came out warm and melted in your mouth! It's almost like a pudding cake. Very soft and delightful. It paired great with the vanilla ice cream. We ate a bite of the carrot cake once we got home, but we were so stuffed that the rest is being saved for the next day! It is good! I expected cream cheese icing, but I think it's a vanilla icing. Chunks of carrot and raisins throughout. It's a good size square! All in all is was a great experience and a very nice date. It's probably the nicest restaurant I've been to (We don't make much money). The total ended up being $111 before gratuity. We both just drank water so expect more if you are planning on drinking. It's definitely worth the trip!

We had a very nice and attentive server too. I think the only complaint we have is the 2 parties that loudly sang happy birthday (the extended version cause it went on forever). Kinda killed the vibe of the place so I wish they...

J. Alexander’s Restaurant

Alright, food fans, buckle up because Paul Meijer is takin’ you on a flavor journey through J. Alexander’s in Cincinnati! After a day jam-packed with meetings and with an early flight on the horizon, I had to ditch the fine dining dreams and dive into something casual. And while I usually steer clear of the chain scene, sometimes the clock calls the shots.

J. Alexander’s is where contemporary American dining meets wood-fired wonderland. We’re talkin’ juicy steaks, fresh seafood, and vibrant salads – the kind of menu that makes you wanna say, “Flavortown, here we come!” This place has been rocking the food world since 1971, hailing from Nashville, Tennessee, and bringing their A-game to every location, including this gem in Cincinnati.

Step inside, and you’re greeted with an upscale yet relaxed vibe that’s perfect for both the business crowd and the leisure seekers. The magic here is all about fresh, scratch-made dishes, which means every bite is bursting with authentic, hearty flavors. J. Alexander’s prides itself on top-notch service and quality, making it a go-to spot for anyone craving a reliable and downright delicious meal.

Now, let’s dive into the lineup from tonight’s flavor fest…

Deviled Eggs – Oh yeah, these babies are packed with sugar-cured bacon and homemade pickle relish. They’re like a one-way ticket to flavor town!

Alex’s Salad – A fresh mix of field greens, carrots, tomatoes, cucumbers, and crumbled bleu cheese, all dressed up with unfiltered Colavita Extra Virgin Olive Oil & Balsamic Vinegar of Modena. Crisp, cool, and totally refreshing.

Chicken Tortilla Soup – This bowl of goodness brings the heat and comfort in every spoonful. It’s like a warm hug from the inside out.

Thai BBQ Salmon – Fresh salmon, hardwood grilled and slathered in a zesty Thai BBQ sauce, paired with cold orzo and wild rice. A perfect blend of smoky and spicy that’ll make your taste buds dance.

And to wrap it all up, a smooth and frothy cappuccino – the perfect end to a killer meal.

Service? Impeccable. The vibe? Upbeat and oh-so-pleasant. From my booth, I caught a glimpse of one of the chefs singing with a big ol’ smile – now that’s passion on a plate! So if you’re cruisin’ through Cincinnati, make sure to swing by J. Alexander’s and join the party. Keep it real, keep it...

Unfortunately, the Redlands Grill closest to me (Dayton, OH) does not offer crab cakes or crossiants for curbside pickup. So, I took a chance and drove 50+ minutes down to the Cincinnati location and I deeply regretted my decision. My mother and I decided to drive down to this location for Mother’s Day. I placed our order online the day before 05/09/2020 and selected it to be ready by 11:15am this was the earliest time available. We arrived very early at 10:50am and we were the only car in the lot. Someone did come out to greet us, but never said anything about when the order would be ready. This is when things start to go awry other cars begin to pull up about three total and one by one they are receiving their orders quickly and promptly. I understand that we arrived early and if someone would have communicated that there would be a wait then I would’ve understood. Also, we could have went to relive ourselves since we’ve been driving for over 50 minutes. As I notice three cars leaving before us I flagged someone down around 11:09am to ask what is going on. The lady proceeds to tell us that our order would not be ready until exactly 11:15am. Why was this never communicated in the first place? All of the other cars are gone and we are still waiting until a fourth car pulls up and someone comes out to greet them. The time is now 11:21am and I am still waiting on my order. Someone finally comes out with food in hand and asks for the name of the order when I tell her she looks confused and proceeds to take the food back inside. Five minutes later she returns again with our food in hand and we leave at 11:26am. I was completely frustrated with the lack of communication this place had. This pandemic has shown me that they way these businesses treat you during these tough times will dictate if I spend my hard money with them and I can easily say that I won’t be supporting Redlands Grill. So, does anyone know any good crab cake recipes or a restaurant that makes good crab cakes?...