Had my first visit to 5A5 steak house last night. The occasion was my birthday and we certainly enjoyed our experience.
We made a reservation via Open table which was super easy. When we arrived we found street parking around the corner off Jackson st.
Walking in, I immediately recognized a mid century style layout and furniture with a loungey feel. The grand dining area is open with high ceilings. Or as the lady up front called it "it's our flying saucer"
We were seated promptly and received service after a few minutes. I think we had two waiters. One did a presentation on Wagyu steaks, explained the menu, and took our order, the second delivered and picked up plates, and refilled water.
We ordered the Lobster Tempura, 2 tails came with shiitake sauce. We liked it..juicy, flavorful, not fishy, and Delish.
For entree we shared the 32 oz Bone-in Ribeye with a side of Shrooms. The steak was more than enough for 2. The steak was cooked to our liking, it was more medium and borderline medium rare near the bone , and more cooked on the perimeter. Luckily I liked the medium so it worked out fine. We loved it.
A third person appeared who I think was the manager, and helped out here and there.
There was a bit confusion on the flow of things. Our cutlery was not on our table when the appetizer arrived. It was a Bday dinner logged on Opentable app, and notified our primary Waiter. Our check came without a bday something with a candle :( So it seems some miscommunication occurred. Eventually a small and tasty brownie cut in half with a candle arrived. Thanks!
Was a good experience overall. 4 solid stars, with opportunities to become 5. I'll be back!
