Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar Restaurant Review:

There’s no arguing that some chain restaurants really do it right. And Fleming’s, founded by restaurateur Paul Fleming --- the original “P.F.” in P.F. Chang’s --- is one of them. Boasting a contemporary, refined ambience, enhanced with light wood, leather banquettes and accents of cherry and amber, the 255-seat restaurant is first class all the way. The wine program dominated by American wines is topnotch, with 100 wines by the glass. An 80-label reserve list provides lofty selections of big bold reds, many with hefty price tags. As for the food, the exhibition kitchen turns out consistent renditions of traditional steakhouse fare. We recommend the 20-ounce bone-in rib-eye, or try the double-thick pork chops with apple and jícama. Prime rib is the special every Sunday. Side dishes can feed an army; don’t miss the crispy Brussels sprouts with bacon, creamed spinach, and the cheesy house potatoes spiked with jalapeños. A happy hour bar menu includes a selection of cocktails, along with appetizers such as sweet chile calamari and filet mignon flatbread. For dessert, the chocolate lava cake won't disappoint.