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J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - McLean, McLean, VA

J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - McLean

4.6
4.6
8131 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steak

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 61 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Neighborhood gem
  • Good for business meals
J. Gilbert's is an "upscale casual" steakhouse serving prime-aged beef cooked over a mesquite wood-fired grill. Guests enjoy various cuts of steak, fresh seafood (including award-winning crab cakes) & other house made favorites like the Maytag Bleu potato chips & Carrot Cake. The cozy atmosphere includes fire side dining, rich wood, brick & soft lighting where you can enjoy a quiet table or host a large party. The extensive martini & wine list offers the perfect compliment to an excellent meal delivered with attentive service. J. Gilbert's is open for weekend lunch, dinner 7 days a week & Sunday Brunch. Reservations are recommended.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (703) 893-1034
  • Website
    http://www.jgilberts.com/Home.aspx?823
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Catering
    Please call for details.
  • Private party facilities
    J.Gilbert’s Wood-Fired Steaks and Seafood is the perfect setting for your banquet, wedding rehearsal dinner, graduation party, birthday celebration, business meeting or any other special occasion that demands an excellent meal and elegant setting.
  • Location
    6930 Old Dominion Drive, McLean, VA 22101
  • Neighborhood
    McLean
  • Cross street
    Route 123
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Entertainment
    Happy hour: Sunday - Friday, 4pm - 7pm bar only.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine

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What 8,131 people are saying

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4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.5Service
  • 4.5Ambience
  • 4.2Value

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Review summary

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J. Gilbert's in McLean is renowned for its wood-fired steaks and seafood, offering a warm ambiance and attentive service. Diners praise the "excellent food" and "awesome service," with standout dishes like the Shrimp Durango and prime rib. While occasional service hiccups are noted, regulars appreciate the consistent quality and welcoming atmosphere, making it a favored destination for special occasions and casual dining alike.

8,131 Reviews

  1. Stephanie

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 4
    4. Ambience 2
    It was COLD!! And they changed half price wine night to Sundays despite it saying Monday when I booked, and even sitting at the table it said Monday. The manager refused to honor it even though I waiter thought they should. They messed up the sidees on 2 of the 3 plates. No one asked if our steaks were cooked properly either (one was overdone). Most disappointing time there ever, we would have gone yesterday for half price wine AND prime rib.

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  2. Lan

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Quite a relaxing lunch for us...loved the ambiance and everything...we had a quiet celebrating my best friends' 50th wedding anniversary..the complimentary 7 layered coconut cake was to die for..

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  3. Patricia

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I think my overall feeling about J. Gilbert McLean is gratitude. In stark contrast to a trendy (former) favorite restaurant in the District where we dined the night before, we were welcomed with warmth, shown to a comfortable fireside table, enjoyed enough privacy to enjoy our conversation without being jostled, were taken care of by a conscientious , competent and endearing server, and enjoyed excellent quality food and drink meticulously (if not wildly inventively) prepared that arrived promptly and at a comfortable cadence. A relaxing, satisfying, gratifying meal and environment for those more interested in each other than in a trendy scene. We felt valued and well cared for, which is exactly what we needed after an opposite experience elsewhere!

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  4. Terry

    Washington DC

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    First off, great customer service at the front desk and also by our wonderful server. Two, the food was outstanding, tasty, and well-presented. Ambiance was just what we've always appreciated about J. Gilbert's, sedate and way above-average adult setting. A delightful dining experience all around. And that's why we keep coming back to J. Gilbert's. Thanks for making our family's holiday dinner a great experience. Well done, you!!

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  5. OpenTable Diner

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    2.0

    3 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 3
    $65 steak was way too chewy. Would not come back

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  6. Glenn

    VIP

    Washington DC

    8 reviews

    2.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 2
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 2
    4. Ambience 2
    We have periodically come to lunch on Friday work a group of 5 or 6 for many years. This was our worst experience. Perhaps the kitchen was overwhelmed with group holiday lunches, but we were disappointed with both the food quality and service, particularly at this price point.

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  7. Robin

    Washington DC

    1 review

    3.0

    1 review

    Dined 4 days ago

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 5
    It was very busy with large groups for holiday luncheons. As such, the service was slow and you had to make an effort to get the attention of the wait staff. The food was passable but not memorable.

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  8. Michael

    Washington DC

    6 reviews

    5.0

    6 reviews

    Dined 7 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Excellent food, attentive service, and a comfortable setting.

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  9. Michael

    VIP

    Washington DC

    39 reviews

    5.0

    39 reviews

    Dined on December 16, 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Raw oysters okay/good. Oysters Rockefeller, good. Great service.

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  10. Gladys

    Washington DC

    3 reviews

    3.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on December 14, 2024

    1. Overall 3
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 3
    4. Ambience 3
    When I arrived there were only boosters tables available. The recepción desk did not cooperate to help us locate a table but a very nice young server helped us to locate an excellent table. Without his cooperation we had not been able to sit down confortable. Very nasty and luck of taste at the reception. Don't know if we will be back .

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FAQs

J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - McLean offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (703) 893-1034.

J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - McLean is rated 4.6 stars by 8131 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a reservation

2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 61 times today

Order delivery or takeout

Google Map for J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood - McLean

6930 Old Dominion Drive, McLean, VA 22101

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Route 123
  • Neighborhood
    McLean
  • Hours of operation
    Brunch Sun 10:00 am–2:00 pm Lunch Mon–Sat 11:30 am–4:00 pm Dinner Mon–Sat 4:00 pm–9:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Valet
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Entertainment
    Happy hour: Sunday - Friday, 4pm - 7pm bar only.
  • Additional
    Banquet, Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Indoor Fireplace, Private Room, Takeout, Weekend Brunch, Wheelchair Access, Wine
  • Website
    http://www.jgilberts.com/Home.aspx?823
  • Phone number
    (703) 893-1034
  • Catering
    Please call for details.
  • Private party facilities
    J.Gilbert’s Wood-Fired Steaks and Seafood is the perfect setting for your banquet, wedding rehearsal dinner, graduation party, birthday celebration, business meeting or any other special occasion that demands an excellent meal and elegant setting.

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