McNally Smith College of Music

07/26/11

Great Place!!

by jonasdarkson at Citysearch

When I go out to eat, I expect to pay a lot for my meal. I also expect to get a lot of food for that money. I'm a bit of a foodie and only want the best. Well, this place did deliver a great meal that I really enjoyed, only the portion was so small that I left feeling hungry still. The price wasn't worth the meal. However, the ambiance is very nice.

06/18/11

Wonderful Steak, Terrible Lobster!

by LaterDaySinner at Citysearch

We went to Flemings at the Domain on Saturday evening June 18, 2011. The atmosphere was nice. The waitress was attentive. The manager was nowhere to be seen. I ordered the special of the night, two 4 oz fillet mignon and a lobster. The fillet mignon was very tasty and very enjoyable. The lobster was a disgrace. It was covered with mayonnaise, barely edible. The three asparagus was tougher than rubber. I was expecting the manager to come over to ask how everything was, but after spending more than $352 for the dinner for the 6 of us, the manager never came. My conclusion? It's not worth it.

04/06/11

Not just another slab of Orange County meat...

by Dawn Garcia at Citysearch

Who doesn’t love a good steak (I mean other than vegetarians) and an extensive collection of truly delicious wine?! There are few fine dining restaurants that have a menu both sophisticated and simple enough to appeal to most any palette. Fleming’s is that restaurant. Located at Newport Fashion Island, it is a lovely restaurant that offers both bone-in filets (a scrumptious and marbled filet that makes your mouth sink in and smile) and a wine list that will make your Sommelier alter-ego swirl and sip with glee. Yes, glee.

There are a few menu must-haves: Bone-in filet, Fleming’s potatoes - for those “not counting calories” days, baked potato (no, really, it’s AMAZING), wedge salad, calamari (trick is to order it EXTRA crispy), BBQ glazed salmon, crème brûlée, and the bread. Yes, the bread. Unfortunately, here is where I inform you I only drink red wine (sorry Chardonnay lovers). The selection of wine I have had the pleasure of indulging in while there: Belle Glos Pinot Noir, Justin Isosceles, Duckhorn Merlot, and Pride Cabernet. With over a hundred wines by the glass, Fleming’s offers a unique dining experience that gives you a reason to go out and an opportunity to enjoy a dinner worth your time (and money).

For more, visit: atasteofdawn on the web...

Written by Dawn Garcia

11/30/10

My 2nd Love :)

by IsabellaRayne at Citysearch

I Love this place the service has always been perfect and the food Amazing. By far one of the best steak houses in AZ. (we always go to scottsdale or the one closer in Phx) The side dishes are by themselves could be a meal. (you have to order them septate but it is beyond worth it. Mash potatos /yummy). Every time we have been here its been an outstanding experience. I took my bf here to see if he approved of the steak very picky with sort of thing and he loved it.

Now this is our annversery place.. they always make you feel extra spcial if you come in for an event.( The little gift of truffles tehy give iyou is amazeing) This year when we went for out anniversary i order something i didnt care for (im beyond very picky) it was my fault for bad choosing the kitchen did ever thing i asked. but the waiter took it back and got me something i wanted and then the manger took it off the check for us.. which he didnt have to do at all ! they servers and everybody working here are very nice to be around.

the atmosphere is beautiful romantic and laid back. It is more of a classy place so you dress nice. i like getting dressed up though.

As some other reviews have stated it is expensive but you get what you pay for. everythings cooked right. the flavor is the best. portions are good sizes.you get aged steak.. and for a once or twice a year this place is perfect to make you taste buds sizzle.

out of all the restaurants we have been in AZ this in the only one one of use havent had complantes for :)

11/06/10

Food is wonderful, but wow it's loud in there!

by theislandgirl at Citysearch

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Great steak, but not the place for a romantic evening

by THEIslandGirl, Washington DC (3 reviews)

November 06, 2010

Just got back from an evening at Fleming's where we celebrated my birthday. We knew it was pricey, but as this was a special occasion and we are wine lovers, we thought we would give it a try.

Wonderful staff at Fleming's......hostesses were very friendly,....everyone we encountered was there to please the customer. Food was amazing with the exception of one dish...we pretty much loved everything from the appetizers to the dessert. I asked for a rare steak and unlike some places that feel they need to question your judgment on whether or not you really *understand* WHAT a rare steak is, Fleming's figures you get it and serve you what you ask for....seriously, my steak was showed to the flame! :) It was fork tender and wonderfully delicious! Hubby had lamb chops that were cooked to perfection. The only thing I was sorry we ordered was the Chipotle Macaroni and Cheese. Not quite sure why this dish had such rave reviews because it was like amped up box of Kraft Mac & Cheese. Maybe the people in this restaurant were used to their mom making that for them when they were a kid, I don't know but I will say that this is the one dish I would like to give the chef a lesson in how to prepare because I make killer mac and cheese and this one to me was runny and not casserole like at all. Lesson learned. We were very happy with the other elements of the meal, the wine, cocktails, desserts and definitely the friendly staff.

We were expecting something different when it came to the atmosphere. We figured there would be celebrations, but I can't remember the last time that I dined somewhere of this caliber that was so LOUD! You could barely hear yourself think. I had to ask our wonderful server several times to repeat himself. For the price of the meal, I was really expecting something special when it comes to what I think of as atmosphere. We dine at Carrabbas on occasion and I can't ever say it has ever been that loud in a run of the mill chain restaurant. Seriously, do people know what a normal tone of voice is anymore?

Would we go back....we might think about it on a weeknight as I think it might be a tad better, but never on another weekend night. For the money we spent, we certainly expected much more in the ambiance department.

I must agree with nefretari2 on a point she made....we dined there for my birthday and were seated behind the bar....why would someone celebrating an event be seated near the kitchen or near the bar?