Iconic old-school steakhouse w/ legendary porterhouse & no-frills vibe. A true NYC institution.
This iconic Brooklyn steakhouse, a true New York institution since 1887, is celebrated for its legendary dry-aged porterhouse steak. While some debate its current standing, many still find its classic, no-frills atmosphere and expertly prepared dishes to be a quintessential experience. Don't miss out on their famous sides and desserts.
The star of the show is the dry-aged porterhouse steak, consistently praised for its quality and flavor. Other dishes like burgers, steak fries, and creamed spinach also receive positive mentions. Some diners have experienced inconsistencies in steak quality and found certain sides to be less impressive. The restaurant is also known for its signature steak sauce and desserts like cheesecake.
"The porterhouse steak is the signature and most highly recommended dish. The burger, especially for lunch, and the thick-cut bacon are also frequently praised. For dessert, the hot fudge sundae and cheesecake are popular choices."
Customers have a wide range of opinions, with many praising its legendary steak and classic atmosphere, while others find it overrated or inconsistent, and some note the service can be gruff.
Important Note
The restaurant has a history of being cash-only, though this has evolved. Service can be perceived as gruff or curt, which some diners find charmingly old-school while others find it off-putting. Some diners report inconsistencies in food quality and believe it may be overpriced.
"This steakhouse was listed as a location where children have been observed, suggesting it could accommodate families."
Neutral"Peter Luger in Williamsburg is mentioned as having shoestring onion fries as a secret off-menu item."
Neutral"The author recommends old-school steakhouses like Peter Luger (cash only) for a proper American steak experience."
Positive"The commenter suggests Peter Luger as a potential option for a classic Christmas meal in NYC, fitting the description of a traditional steakhouse experience."
Positive"Commenter mentioned Pete Wells's New York Times review that panned Peter Luger's after years of praise, which sparked a debate about the review's fairness and timeliness."
Negative"Further commenting on Peter Luger's, the user clarified that reaching $300-$350 per head is achievable, but $500 is a stretch, though it remains a great crowd-pleaser and is less 'delicate' than places like Per Se or Le Bernadin."
Positive"Commenter questioned if reaching $500 per head at Peter Luger's is feasible, suggesting it might be a stretch."
Neutral"Commenter suggested Peter Luger's as a classic choice for an expense account, but noted that reaching $500 per head would be a stretch, though it's a crowd-pleaser."
Positive"Peter Luger's is recommended for a birthday dinner, described as expensive, enormous, and classic, with the commenter finding it hard to find a better steakhouse in NYC."
Positive"The commenter previously considered Peter Luger their number one burger choice."
Positive"The author rated Peter Luger's burger 9.5/10, enjoying the special sauce, awesome slab of bacon, and really good fries. They found the burger similar to Red Hook's but slightly less exceptional."
Positive"This commenter suggested trying St Anselm instead of Peter Luger, believing Luger is mediocre for steak in NYC and has declined in quality over the years."
Negative"This user commented on Peter Luger's porterhouse steak."
Neutral"This user encouraged trying Peter Luger, noting that despite losing its Michelin star, it remains very good and worth the experience."
Positive"The author and their parents tried Peter Luger, finding the onion rolls to be addicting."
Positive"This commenter encouraged the negative sentiment towards Peter Luger to continue."
Neutral"This user agreed with the previous sentiment that many hyped NYC restaurants are overrated."
Neutral"This user simply stated 'Nonsense' in response to a negative comment about Peter Luger."
Neutral"This user feels Peter Luger is fine but not worth the hype or the journey, comparing it to other overrated NYC dining experiences."
Neutral"This comment emphatically suggests Peter Luger."
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