MarkJoseph Steakhouse

261 Water St, New York
(212) 277-0020

Recent Reviews

Jay Hertz

Always a great time, friendly service, great food, and near seaport/fidi area, about a 10 minute walk from Fulton/WTC station. Will definitely be back

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Thick Cut Bacon, Lobster Mac & Cheese

Daffael was amazing. We came in super late, right at closing he was very patient with us. We did not feel rushed at all even though they technically were closed. He had amazing service. The food was amazing we have the filet mignon the ribeye broccoli and hash browns everything was seasoned deliciously.

Rodger Johnson

Never been there and would never patronize at this point.

Atmosphere: 1

Food: 1

Service: 1

I've been to MJ's for many times over the past 20 years but there seemed to be a significant drop in service versus the past. Steak was good but not great, and while it wasn't overly busy there just wasn't the level of attention we were used to. Even getting our stuff from cost check we had to find a waiter to help because no one was there to assist. Something was off and it's disappointing given the historical level of service and attention that we were used to seeing there.

Thomas Everyman

Quintessential New York Steak Restaurant! Make sure you get the Bacon appetizer.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Recommended dishes: Bone-In Cowboy Ribeye, Steak Fries, Thick Cut Bacon

Connor DeVries

Best steak I’ve ever had. Excellent quality food across the board.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Nicole S.

Met some friends for dinner and they ordered a bunch of food we all split. It was great. First class service and we had a blast. They let my friend bring in his dog which was amazing and the dog ate good too!

John Johnson

It’s been close to a decade since I last visited this restaurant and it was exceptional back then. Really was shocked with the food this time around. I went on a Friday night for my reservation at 6:45pm. The Hostess was welcoming and so was the bartender. Their were a few guests sitting at the bar, I had a cocktail at the bar and had the hostess show me to my table. It was how I remembered from a decade ago after Hurricane Sandy, not crowded at all. So, I ordered the Lobster Bisque, which came out lukewarm, not a good start. For my main entree, I had the Sirloin Steak medium rare cooked perfectly temperature wise. The sides I ordered to accompany my Sirloin were the mashed potato, sauté mushrooms and asparagus. From the taste of all of the food I ordered nothing really stood out, the food was extremely BLAND! There were no seasoning on any of the food. I loaded each item I ordered with salt and pepper just to give the food some flavor. Overall, my experience for dinner was okay. But, who ever is the Chef needs to season food that cost a lot in NYC Steakhouses.

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 2

Service: 5

It's been close to a decade since I last visited this restaurant and it was exceptional back then. Really was shocked with the food this time around. I went on a Friday night for my reservation at 6:45pm. The Hostess was welcoming and so was the bartender. Their were a few guests sitting at the bar, I had a cocktail at the bar and had the hostess show me to my table. It was how I remembered from a decade ago after Hurricane Sandy, not crowded at all. So, I ordered the Lobster Bisque, which came out lukewarm, not a good start. For my main entree, I had the Sirloin Steak medium rare cooked perfectly temperature wise. The sides I ordered to accompany my Sirloin were the mashed potato, sauté mushrooms and asparagus. From the taste of all of the food I ordered nothing really stood out, the food was extremely BLAND! There were no seasoning on any of the food. I loaded each item I ordered with salt and pepper just to give the food some flavor. Overall, my experience for dinner was okay. But, who ever is the Chef needs to season food that cost a lot in NYC Steakhouses

Anat Harel

The best steak!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

Jaime Gangemi

Get the bacon!

Atmosphere: 5

Food: 5

Service: 5

A G

very good steak all the food was very good. I recommend 100%

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 5

Service: 5

Charlotte Kwok

The steak was good as usual, but the service was horrible. The restaurant was understaffed, focusing on larger tables and neglecting our table for two. A ‘mandatory’ 22% tip was added to the check. When I questioned it, the waiter snatched my credit card, handed me a new bill, and said, ‘Okok, you don’t need to pay tips!’I didn’t pay the 22% tip because they didn’t deserve it. Now, as I write this review, I realize the 15% tip I left was too much.Not my first time here. Will I come back again? I don’t think so. Would I recommend it to my peers? A solid NO! In NYC, I have better options.

Atmosphere: 3

Food: 4

Service: 1

karla parris

I went with 4 friends an the service was awesome ,the food was excellent to the very last bite. Thank you to your service. I will be

Atmosphere: 4

Food: 4

Service: 4

Recommended dishes: Baked Clams, Bone-In Cowboy Ribeye

David M.

Mark Joseph's Steak house was one of my favorites back in the day! A NYC classic. I went today for lunch sat at the bar, and sat, and sat, and sat some more sat there for at least 15 minutes there was no one behind the bar. I watched the waiters walk by with trays of food no one acknowledged me sitting at the bar. I asked a waiter if the bar was open his response was 'Give me a minute' after waiting 15 minutes and no acknowledgement you want a minute lol please! I got up and left. I won't be coming here any time soon way too many restaurants in the city to choose from. That actually has good service. Give me a minute he said lol I'll give you a minute in a minute I'll be out the door. Poor, Poor service!

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