Dean's Italian Steakhouse - Austin

Upon entering the restaurant, I felt concerned as it was nearly empty. The server was friendly, but not particularly attentive. I ordered a Caesar salad with light dressing, but to my surprise, there was an excessive amount of dressing on it. I also ordered the New York steak, which was delicious and cooked perfectly. However, the mashed potatoes were a disappointment—they were more like a soupy consistency, thin and mushy.

This place was everything. The food and the service were perfect. The music playing wasn’t too loud but loud enough AND whoever made that play list lol it was FIRE. But back to the food, that steak was cooked to perfection. Probably the best steak I’ve ever had.

The ambiance and service were excellent. The fresh bread was outstanding, and the oysters and lobster bisque were both very good. The Caesar salad was enjoyable as well. However, I was expecting a better cut of steak. The rib-eye that arrived didn't look promising; it was a bit thin and quite fatty. The flavor was not particularly memorable and leaned towards the salty side. While it was a decent steak, I had hoped for something much better.

Food was pricey but delicious. Thx to Josh for great service.

The atmosphere is fantastic, and the food is delicious. However, the prices are quite high for what you receive, particularly when it comes to the pasta.