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J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury, Glastonbury, CT

J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury

4.8
4.8
10493 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steak

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2 people
7:00 PM
Booked 72 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Great for fine wines
  • Great for creative cocktails
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 Blue potato chips & chocolate velvet cake. The cozy atmosphere includes fire side dining, rich wood, brick & soft lighting where you can enjoy dinner for two or host a large party. The extensive martini & wine list offers the perfect compliment to an excellent meal delivered with attentive service. Reservations are highly recommended.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, American
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (860) 659-0409
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Executive chef
    Erik Blomstrann
  • Private party facilities
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood can accommodate lunch groups of 25 adult or more & can accommodate up to 42 guests.
  • Neighborhood
    Glastonbury
  • Cross street
    Main
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine

What 10,493 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.8
4.8 based on recent ratings
  • 4.8Food
  • 4.9Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Connecticut

    Steak

  • Connecticut

    Most Booked

  • Hartford

    Best Overall

  • Hartford

    Best Food

  • Hartford

    Best Service

  • Hartford

    Best Ambiance

  • Hartford

    Great for fine wines

  • Hartford

    Romantic

  • Hartford

    Good for special occasions

  • Hartford

    Most Booked

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
J. Gilbert's in Glastonbury is renowned for its "fantastic food" and "top-notch service." Guests rave about the perfectly cooked steaks and delightful seafood, often describing the ambiance as cozy and warm. Many highlight exceptional service experiences, especially for special occasions. Despite occasional service hiccups, it remains a favorite for many.

10,493 Reviews
  1. Jackie

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We have been dining at J Gilbert’s in Glastonbury for several years now. It never disappoints! It’s always a wonderful experience!
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded today
    Hello Jackie, Thank you so much for your kind words and for being a loyal customer. We're thrilled to hear that you always enjoy your experiences with us. It's always a wonderful experience for us to serve you and we're glad we can consistently meet your expectations. We look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  2. Kostas

    Chicago

    5 reviews

    5.0

    5 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The steaks at J Gilbert’s are without a doubt among the best I have ever had anywhere! The meal is not inexpensive to say the least but it is well worth it! It’s no coincidence that it’s very difficult to get a reservation!
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded today
    Hi Kostas, Thank you for your kind words about our steaks and value. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed them as much as we do. We understand that our prices might be on the higher side, but we assure you that we do take great pride in our quality steaks. We're glad you were able to get a reservation! We appreciate your support and look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  3. Rafaela

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 1 day ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Absolutely booked as expected for Valentine’s Day yet still their service was top notch. Wonderful server and steak was absolutely tender and delicious. Thank you!
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, Rafaela! We're thrilled to hear that you had a wonderful experience on Valentine's Day. It's fantastic to know that our service met your expectations and that you enjoyed our tender, perfectly cooked steak. We appreciate your kind words and look forward to welcoming you back soon! Best regards, The Management Team

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  4. OpenTable Diner

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Best restaurant experience I have had on Valentines Day! Everything was great from service to food. Did not feel rushed. Had a great evening!
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded today
    Thanks for visiting us! We're thrilled to hear that we could provide the best restaurant experience on Valentine's Day for you. It's wonderful to know that you appreciated our service and food. We always strive to provide a relaxed, enjoyable atmosphere for our guests. We look forward to serving you again soon!

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  5. jerry

    New York City

    8 reviews

    5.0

    8 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a good meal here and always great service and great ambiance
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded today
    Hello Jerry, We're thrilled to hear that you always enjoy your meals with us! It's wonderful to know that our service and ambiance consistently meet your expectations. We always aim to provide a memorable dining experience and your kind words are a testament to our efforts. Thank you for your glowing review and for giving us a perfect rating. We look forward to serving you again soon! Best Regards, The Management Team

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  6. Gary

    New York City

    4 reviews

    5.0

    4 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Nobody does it better than! As a regular diner to JGilberts since they opened, I would say that on special occasion days, they are so busy that I feel a bit rushed. The meal and service were still excellent, however, there were a few minor differences from other visits. Hard to avoid on Valentines Day. Filet mignon was as good as ever. Please bring back the coconut cake,.. if only occasionally!
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded today
    Thanks for the review, Gary! We're thrilled to hear that you've been a regular diner since our inception. We're glad that you still find our meals and service excellent. We apologize if on special occasion days you feel rushed. We appreciate your feedback and will certainly take it into consideration. We're looking forward to serving you again soon!

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  7. Julia

    New York City

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Amazing as always. Food and service was the best. Always pleased here.
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded today
    Hey Julia, thank you for your glowing review! We're thrilled to hear that you had an amazing experience with us. It's fantastic to know that our food and service met your expectations. We strive to provide the best for our guests and your feedback affirms the hard work we put in every day. We look forward to serving you again soon. Best, The Management Team

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  8. Scott

    VIP

    New York City

    57 reviews

    5.0

    57 reviews

    Dined 2 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    An absolute exquisite dining experience with incredible service, fine wines, and a wonderful cozy atmosphere. This is absolutely my favorite restaurant! Is the only place that I go where I never put anything on the steak. No salt or pepper or anything. The way it is seasoned and the way it comes is perfect every time. I’ve been going to J. Gilbert for 25 years and it’s amazing that I’ve never had to send anything back to the kitchen. They are so careful in their preparation and so precise. Such high-quality food. It’s also the restaurant I go to for every one of my birthdays!
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded today
    Great to see you as always, Scott! We're thrilled to hear that you had an exceptional experience on Valentines' Day. It's wonderful to know that our attention to detail and quality of food have made another lasting impression. We're especially delighted that you've never had to send anything back - that's what we strive for! Bourbon Dinner this month, but more wine to follow! We can't wait to welcome you back!

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  9. Maurice

    Connecticut

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 4
    Very organized and accommodating. The food was great! Michelle waited on us and was very patient with us. It was our first time there. It was very busy, but the service was outstanding. We both had the 8oz and 6oz fillets. It was best steak I think that we ever had. Thank you for your excellent service and meals.

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  10. Lorraine

    VIP

    New York City

    24 reviews

    5.0

    24 reviews

    Dined 3 days ago

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Food was a little salty and peppery but other than that good.
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – GlastonburyResponded today
    Thanks for the feedback, Lorraine! We're glad to hear that you enjoyed our food. We appreciate your note about the saltiness and peppercorn levels, and we'll certainly take it into account as we continuously strive to improve our dishes. We're delighted to hear that you found the food to your liking, and we hope to see you again soon for another round of steaks and seafood!

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FAQs

J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (860) 659-0409.

J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood – Glastonbury is rated 4.8 stars by 10493 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 72 times today

Order delivery or takeout

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

185 Glastonbury Blvd., Glastonbury, CT 06033

Additional information

  • Cross street
    Main
  • Neighborhood
    Glastonbury
  • Hours of operation
    Dinner Mon 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Tue–Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm Sun 3:00 pm–9:00 pm Happy Hour Mon–Fri 4:00 pm–6:30 pm Sun 4:00 pm–8:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steak, Seafood, American
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Business Casual
  • Parking details
    Private Lot
  • Payment options
    AMEX, Diners Club, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive chef
    Erik Blomstrann
  • Additional
    Bar Dining, Bar/Lounge, Beer, BYO Wine, Corkage Fee, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Happy Hour, Indoor Fireplace, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeout, Wine
  • Phone number
    (860) 659-0409
  • Private party facilities
    J. Gilbert’s – Wood Fired Steaks & Seafood can accommodate lunch groups of 25 adult or more & can accommodate up to 42 guests.
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