Spencer's
Salt Lake City, UT 84101
Phone: (801) 238-4748
- Price:
- $$$
- Best of Citysearch:
- Steak 2006
- Hours:
- Mon-Thu 11:30am-10pm, Fri 11:30am-11pm, Sat 4pm-11pm, Sun 4pm-10pm
Editorial Review for Spencer's – by Virginia Rainey
The Scene
From the foyer to the seats, Spencer's is inviting and comfortable. Enormous semicircular booths line the perimeter of the sizeable dining area. In the center, a big semi-private room is enclosed in glass windowpanes, following the Mission-style decor of the room.
The Food
Skip the appetizers and get right to the meat of things. The veal porterhouse--a big, juicy tenderloin--is cooked to crackling perfection on the outside, tender and juicy on the inside. The filet mignon and the double-cut pork chops are also strong choices. Steak and chops are the star of the menu, but if you're not in the mood, order grilled salmon, king crab, a whole roasted chicken or fresh fish of the day. The fish, however, can sometimes be overcooked. Desserts are rich and classic.
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Insider Tips
Know Before You GoBecause the bar allows cigar smoking and cocktails without food, Spencer's has to function as a private club. You'll have to pay a cover charge or a yearly membership fee.
User Reviews for Spencer's
11/04/2008 Posted by eoiac
Spencer's is the only outstanding steakhouse in Salt Lake City!!!!! The steaks are USDA PRIME from the stockyards of Chicago, the marbling and tenderness of the meat is excellent. The only steaks to get there are the BONE-IN steaks. The only server to get there is kevin B.. he is terrific he knows everything there is to know about the menu and exactly what to order. The wine list is the best in Salt Lake and the wine glasses are crystal. Jerry is a nationally known bartender who will give you the best suggestion for an after dinner drink. If you want to treat yourself right then go to Spencer's get a drink from jerry, request kevin B. as your server, order a bottle of wine from Louie, and indulge in the chocolate naughty cake. Best time ever in Salt Lake!!!!!!!!
Pros: BEST BARTENDER JERRY, BEST SERVER KEVIN B, BEST BONE-IN STEAKS.
Cons: ITS A PRETTY PENNY BUT WORTH EVERYONE!
07/21/2008 Posted by BD76
I have eaten at great steak restaurants across the USA and internationally. I would rank Spencer's in SLC in my top three picks in this area every time. I almost always do the shrimp or crab for starters and it is always fresh and has a nice clean taste to it. The Kansas City cut is my favorite steak on the menu, the sides are delicious (you cannot go wrong with any of the potato dishes, and steak tomatoes are a must if you like a nice fresh side with your steak). Servers are professional and very nice. If you are new to the restaurant they will take the time to walk you though the menu, and even though I have only been there 1/2 dozen times in the last two years I am always thanked for eating there again when I arrive. The bar and drinks are average. The meat has a well rounded taste that is superior, and my steak has always arrived at the right temperature and color for what I have ordered. It is a quiet relaxed atmosphere where you are given time to eat your meal and enjoy the dinner. If you are in SLC or surrounding areas and are looking for a fine steak dinner go to Spencers. It is better than any other place in town, and ranks up there with Peter Lugers for food quality, and bests any of the chains like Ruth Chris or Smith & Wolinsky in every area.
Pros: Great cuts of meat, a nice relaxed dining experience
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