J. Gilbert???s ??? Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - Overland Park

01/23/09

Washington DC Location!

by ccdean at Citysearch

J. Gilberts is a terrific place for many reasons. Their prices are less than the high end steak houses in Washington and their steaks and other menu choices are simply better than most of the others. One does not pay for a Washington name like The Palm, etc.. which is good but surely not great, and their prices are literally crazy. J. Gilbert's steaks are out of this world - that simple. Their service is good but not great, however. How someone can say J. Gilberts is ok, average or bad, is beyond me - they must work for the competition!! One would expect to find the quality of J. Gilberts in the heart of downtown - but they are 5 minutes from my McLean, VA home and is a great place, only enhanced by being so close to my house. J. Gilberts is absolutely terrific!!

• Pros: steaks are unbelievable, desserts yummy, bar very friendly, prices are good for what you get!
• Cons: service could be more consistent - not bad but could be better

02/05/09

Amazing!

by Assassin024 at Citysearch

Wow. Quite possibly the best steak I've ever had! I'm still feeling euphoric from the meal. I know what you're thinking and, no, I am not an employee =) The atmosphere was great. Dim lighting and very relaxed. At the same time it is very upscale and VERY expensive. $40 steak (which melted in my mouth) with a glass of wine and 15% gratuity rounded out a $65 bill for just myself! The staff had their noses turned a bit too far into the air for my liking, but at these prices, what do you expect? They weren't unpleasant, but definitely did not leave me with a "warm fuzzy" feeling. If you can splurge, staff be damned, this meal was excellent!

• Pros: Excellent food, great ambiance
• Cons: Expensive!

07/26/08

The manager is awful.

by Lenexa66215 at Citysearch

The mood in the restaurant is little dark and good, and foods are some okay, some not.

If you don't get trouble, I am sure you will like here.

It was my husband's birthday which is very special day for us.

We received a birthday card with $25 off for him, but we lost it.

I called to make a reservation on his B.D. and tell the manager it is my husband's B.D., but we lost the card, even though, I would like to make him happy with the card.

The manager told me "No, we have to have the card and can't give you the discount today!"

Well, we still could have ate at the restaurant, but his attitude on the phone was so rude and hung up on me before I finish talking to him.

He need to take a more flexible attitude to make customers want to come and open to customer's request.

He was so rude and destroy our special day.

You don't want to ruin somebody's B.D., especially somebody who you love the most, do you?

05/09/08

Excellent restaurant for special occasions

by klu000 at Citysearch

My husband brought me to J Gilbert's for my birthday (which is on Valentine's Day). Though the restaurant was quite busy, our booth seating was cozy and intimate. Our server was knowledgeable about the menu and attentive, our food was superb (I had steak and lobster, and my husband had lamb chops), but best of all was the chocolate souffle. This dessert was a chocolate lover's dream for sure. We will definitely be going to J Gilberts again and bringing our friends. The cost was very reasonable for the excellent quality of food and service we received.

• Pros: Ambience is warm and romantic and food is delish!
• Cons: A bit of a drive from north KC, but worth it

Editorial Review by Christy Buena

by Contributor at Citysearch

Seafood and steak entrees are the specialty at the restaurant that offers an extensive wine list.

07/08/06

You will not be disappointed.

by hansumtoad at Citysearch

CONSISTENTLY great meals. Arguably among the very best in Kansas City. This has been a "never miss" restaurant. We go there quite often and find it a great evening out.

• Pros: Great food. Nice atmosphere. Mango martinis are a staple.
• Cons: There aren't any.

03/09/05

Wonderful evening

by kevinalbrecht at Citysearch

My wife and I went to J Gilbert's to celebrate. We both had an incredible 6 oz filet. The crab bisque is out of this world. We had an average dessert...but were so floored by how great everything else was that we didn't care.

01/07/05

Anniversary Dinner

by ktnewco at Citysearch

J Gilbert's was our choice for our 21st Wedding Anniversary. The experience was wonderful! We recommend sitting near the fireplace, picking one of the appetizers, the shrimp are excellent here. Steak is the house specialty and it doesn't dissappoint, the 6oz steaks are so tender you can cut them with your fork. The wine list is excellent and if you like martini's and cigars, they have em on the menu.

If you go ask specifically for one of the wait staff. Ask for ERIC! No waiting for refills, no waiting for a course, no problems......

• Pros: Excellent food, Great Atmosphere, Quality Service

11/20/03

Exceptional steaks

by cstam500 at Citysearch

J. Gilbert's is definitely worth the trip to Overland Park. In my view, some of the greatest steaks in the Metro area can be had here. Though a bit pricey, the food is excellent and the hushed lighting provides an ambiance that can quite romantic.

Will return and return.

• Pros: Ample Parking, Excellent food, Courteous staff
• Cons: Price, Long wait sometimes

02/04/03

No. 1

by mommybrown at Citysearch

This is where my husband and I always entertain family, friends and business acquaintances. We can always be confident of impeccable service and wonderful food. We would recommend it to anyone!

• Pros: good parking, excellent wait staff
• Cons: Pricey