Steel Restaurant & Lounge

11/30/09

Love this place and eat here every time I'm in Atlanta

by DenaG at Citysearch

I eat at Steel everytime I visit Atlanta as my family and I love the food and service. This trip I started with the Dragon Martini and my family enjoyed the Kettle One Cocktail specials (think they offer cocktail deals on kettle one drinks all the time). We didn't have appitizers since we couldn't decide between 4 entrees so we got them to share instead of an app. We had the Vietnaimese Shaken Beef (which I get each visit), the Grilled Tenderloin which I had never had before but will again for sure. We also had the Honey Teriyaki Salmon and Citrus Glazed Shimp. Salmon was great but the shrimp wasn't anything special. When the manager stopped by to check on us, I shared that the shimp was good but wasn't special like the other dishes. He mentioned that the are looking at that and may change it up. It makes sense since the rest of the menu is so great. I've had sushi here many times and love it too, but it was a chilly night so I was in the mood for hot entree dishes. They got us in and fed quickly without rushing us so that we made it to our 8pm show at the Alliance Theater in perfect time as its just down the street. Can't wait for my next trip to Atlanta and my 5th visit to Steel.

• Pros: Food is amazing, drinks are tasty and service is great

10/20/09

Astonishingly Good!

by datlaw214 at Citysearch

I had a reservation for 12, and it couldn't have gone better. The food was out in a reasonable amount of time, and our drinks were plentiful. The sushi was excellent, and the atmosphere was classy. I'll be going back soon.

• Pros: Great sushi and the best service in town!
• Cons: Can get busy, but it's understandable.

07/01/09

I go for the drinks!

by travelbugg1980 at Citysearch

I go to Steel for the drinks. Yes they have a great selection of sushi (or so I am told by my friends who dine there.) And yes you can get other Pan-Asian cusine if sushi is not your thing. But-- I never go to Steel to eat... the drinks are fabulous and creative, so I go to drink!! Cucumber Martini's and Blackberry Mijitos...lots of fresh, unusual cocktails in a very cool atmosphere. And the Happy-Hour specials are fair. That's what I like!

• Pros: Bartenders know their stuff!
• Cons: Not cheap--but most people know that already.

06/17/09

tasty. not cheap. but tasty.

by nathanabbott at Citysearch

this is a "3rd date" kinda place. so far, a fairly effective one, too. i like this place. the sidewalk couches are a nice touch. great for day drinking.

• Pros: good service. friendly staff. tellar food.
• Cons: not for the faint of cash

04/08/09

Inventive sushi and great atmosophere

by jenajoli at Citysearch

There are certainly quite a few great sushi joints in Atlanta, but what sets Steel apart is that it is also a great restaurant. The staff is incredibly helpful and knowledgeable, the sushi is delicious and unique, and the bar is a great place to hang out with $5 Ketel One and soda and a sushi roll. The entire restaurant has a great vibe (check out the water wall!) and it's also a good place to take non-sushi eaters because they have rice bowls and other Asian-inspired entrees in addition to the extensive sushi menu. The chocolate volcano cake is deserving of the name: it's a dense, hot, and dangerous way to complete a meal!

• Pros: $5 Ketel One Cocktails

04/01/09

Delicious!

by Lalune180 at Citysearch

I went to Steel recently with a large group of friends. When I go to a restaurant with a large group, I'm always nervous that the service won't be able to keep up... but that wasn't the case with Steel. The server was friendly, professional and all of our food came out in a timely manner. The chef even came to say hello to our table at one point.

Our appetizers were delicious- I almost ate too much before my dinner arrived. For my main meal, I had the sea bass. I love sea bass and this one didn't disappoint. It was very good! I only had sushi as an appetizer, but that small sampling was delicious enough that I'll be back for a sushi dinner soon.

• Pros: Very fresh!
• Cons: What are the drawbacks?

03/29/09

LOVE the Mango Martini

by Angela5655 at Citysearch

Great spot for drinks or dinner...service is prompt, menu has something for everybody. Died over the mango martini...has slices of mango in it...YUM!

• Pros: Great sushi, great drinks, great atmosphere
• Cons: What are the drawbacks?

03/26/09

FIVE STARS FOR STEEL

by BROUSSELLE at Citysearch

I've been here two times now. Each time, we had the best experience for dinner. Started off with some great appetizers (highly recommend the Calamari); followed by even better entrees. The wait staff is extremely professional and accomodating. Dessert was delicious!! Great place for a girl's night or a date. The second time I brought my 4 year old and they specialized her meal for her.

Will be back again!

• Pros: Food and atmoshere was excellent; loved all of it!!!!
• Cons: Non to speak of!

01/28/09

Gorgeous Ambiance! Perfect Hot Spot for Lunch, Happy Hour and a Dinner Date!

by SugarB75 at Citysearch

I have tried a lot of Pan Asian/Sushi restaurants in the area, and STEEL IS THE BEST!

The food is fresh and different, always a pleasing surprise to the palette. The cascading waterfall that ends in a pool, surrounded by comfortable seating is the focal point in this fine dining establishment. The bar is a great place to go on for Wednseday night happy hour specials featuring $5 drinks and complimentary sushi. The service is professional and helpful. Parking is free and literally around the corner.

I really enjoy the Bento boxes for lunch. You get a really nice assortment of food with enough left over to save for an early evening snack! For $2 you can get Miso or Hot & Sour soup added on, which is great for when the weather gets a little chilly or rainy. They also have great noodle dishes for only $9. The portions are huge, so there are always leftovers...mmm mmm GOOD!

After work I stop by and enjoy a drink at the bar. It's usually filled with young professionals all looking to unwind. If I wasn't married, it's probably a good place to meet other singles...there was definately some flirting going on..haha. I know that a single/mingle group meets there on Thursdays and/or Saturdays for drinks.

This place is very romantic and offers specialty menus around various holidays. Valentines day is $70/per couple which is a great value considering I think my husband and I spent close to $150 last year someplace else.

The sushi bar is very cool and a great option if you are dining solo. As you sip on a cocktail, you can watch your sushi be freshly prepared.

STEEL is my new favorite restaurant for 2009!

• Pros: Ambience, FREE PARKING, Great Food and Service!
• Cons: Not open on Sunday

08/21/08

Excellent!

by ladieswholunch at Citysearch

We really enjoyed our lunch at Steel. The food was unique and perfectly prepared. Not a single complaint and the sushi was perfect. Nice, nice addition to midtown.

• Pros: excellent food, great service
• Cons: parking - no access from the garage which means hitting the streets!