First-time visitors usually come to St. Anselm for the signature beef (the unbeatable hanger steak), and rightly so, before being flabbergasted by what else the kitchen had to offer — notably an arsenal of vegetables, meat, and seafood cooked expertly on an open fire, which you should absolutely pair with a side of pan-fried mashed potatoes, and a magnum from the deep wine list, if you have a full crew with you.
Steaks and grilled seafood are the specialty of this brick-walled spot.
Maddy Land
It’s all so good. Not one bad dish ordered. We got the bacon, clams (omg) and the Caesar as apps. We all got our own steaks for the mains and shared spinach, mashed potatoes, and fingerling potatoes as sides. Everything was delish. Standouts were the butchers steak, mashed potatoes, clams, and spinach. The cheesecake and the sticky toffee pudding for dessert were ridiculously good. The vibes are also amazing. We went in a group of 7 and it was great.
… moreRohin Gupta
This place has such a unique vibe, I absolutely loved it. Came here for a steak night with a couple friends and we had a phenomenal time. We started with the steak tartare, and avocado & citrus appetizers and followed it up with butcher steaks, which were phenomenal, spinach gratin, mashed potatoes, and finished with the toffee cake. The service was exceptional as well and set a relaxed, fun tone for the entire night.
If you’re looking for a high quality, unstuffy steak night, you’re looking for St Anselm.
… moreRovik Robert
This place deserves all the praise. I love a good grill spot and everything off the grill here is pure bliss. Loved the clams and prawn, and the ax handle steak is in a category of its own. Chicken is phenomenal and reminds me that you should never rule it out. Desserts are decent but more to round off the meal. Great wine list to pair with everything too.
… moreAngela Cox
Elijah’s birthday dinner was at St. Anselm. Joe Carroll, the owner, was AMAZING. He took such good care of us. Everything was so delicious. He made excellent wine recommendations for dinner based on our palettes. We will definitely go back! And, Joe, let us know the next time you’re in Nashville to play at the Exit Inn, and we will come and listen!
… moreBong Arquiza
St Anselm is often hyped on social media for its affordable steaks, but it is important to set expectations. This is not a traditional steakhouse.
I ordered the butcher steak at $34 with a side of fingerling potatoes for $15. The steak was fine, but nothing memorable. Given the cut and the price point, there was not much depth of flavor on its own, and I ended up ordering the au poivre sauce to elevate it. That helped, but it still did not stand out. The fingerling potatoes were decent, though a bit overpriced for what they were.
One small highlight for me was that they serve Mexican bottled Coke. I do not usually go for sugary drinks, but it was a nice touch and enjoyable here.
The space itself is charming. It has a rustic, barnhouse vibe that feels laid back and unpretentious, which I really liked. The staff were also excellent. Everyone was friendly, attentive, and accommodating, which made the experience pleasant overall.
I went on a Sunday around noon and the place was packed, so reservations are definitely recommended. I was seated at the bar by the grill and prep station, which was actually a great spot if you enjoy watching the kitchen in action.
Would I go back? Probably. But not for the steaks. I would return more for the atmosphere, the service, and to try other items on the menu.
… moreAudrey Jorge
Great cozy space with amazing steak all priced reasonably! Got the denver and the flatiron, both were delicious. Denver was the fattier option and I preferred that. Spinach gratin and the mash potato on the side also perfectly cooked with perfect flavor. Was a pleasant experience and will definitely return. Loved it.
… moreKurina Joseph
Amazing culinary experience! The steak was incredibly delicious, and the sides were perfect. Service was excellent too! We walked in and was not able to get a table, but sitting at the bar was intimate and enjoyable nonetheless. Will definitely recommend 10/10.
… moreAlejandro Deno
Love this steakhouse in Brooklyn. Hard to get reservations because seating is limited. Was able to get a table for 5 and the food was outstanding. 65oz Axe handle ribeye was perfection. High quality meats that are cooked to perfection each and every time. It’s a can’t miss steak diner experience.
… moreChristina Sutton
Beautifully warm atmosphere, we walked in on a Monday night in Nov and we found seats at the bar. It was quite busy especially for a Monday night. The prawns and clamshells were the right temperature paired with butter but it needed a little more favor. The hanger steak and spinach gratin were beyond delicious, cooked to the right level of crisp and scrumptious.
… moreChristine P.
The food was absolutely incredible. Everything was delicious from the steak, to the long beans, lamb, biscuits, mashed potatoes, drinks and dessert. Amazing chefs, good service and cool rustic atmosphere. I highly recommend it and can’t wait to come back. Exceptionally better than most restaurants and one of the best restaurants I’ve ever been to. And I’m a foodie with high standards. This place checked off every box for me. I’ve been meaning to go for a while and I’m so happy I finally scored a reservation and was able to. Extremely high quality place.
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