Spencer's For Steaks & Chops
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Enjoy San Jose's juiciest Prime steaks, succulent chops and sensational seafood served in a comfortable, yet stately atmosphere at Spencer's.
You'll love the impressive wine list (including 48 wines by the glass), the specialty cocktails, and the vast selection of single malt scotches and small batch bourbons. And you'll rave about the delectable desserts. Our private dining room is the perfect place for meetings or celebrations.
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Top Sentiments among Spencer's For Steaks & Chops Reviewers
Better steak houses
Large wine list
Rare mini steak
Love peppercorn sauce
Fresh Caesar salad
Best onion soup
Elegant Desserts
Great Spencer steak
Excellent premium meat
Good brown potatoes au gratin
Customer Reviews (18 reviews)
CDBN
on Citysearch Nov 05, 2009We have been going to Spencer's for years. Over the past 3 years there has been a definite decline in the quality of the food. On some visits it's really good. On others- not so much. There was a time when Spencer's was... (more)
derfffff
on Citysearch Jun 24, 2009I dined here a while back ago, took my nephew for his graduation. I have to tell you that I have eaten at several steakhouses in New York City (where I reside) and this outdid ALL of them!!! Definitely one of the juiciest... (more)
texanka1883
on Citysearch Jun 14, 2009We had just spent 8 days in Yosemite and were stopping off at the Double Tree San Jose before heading out on a plane the next morning. The last thing we wanted to do was get dressed and go out for dinner. Spencer's provided... (more)
Citysearch User
on Citysearch Jun 02, 2008Spencer??????s steaks were the best steaks I have had in a long time. There is also a selection of seafood dishes as well. They had a good selection of wines and their waiters were very professional. I highly recommend... (more)
naminator
on Citysearch Aug 28, 2007I eat at Spencer's about twice a month. I've eaten at Mortons and the Grill on the alley, but this place is the best! The service is amazing and they go out of their way to make sure you have a great time. I start out every... (more)
babadada
on Citysearch Jul 13, 2007The dining experience left me feeling hollow and regretful of having spent my time and money there. It was a classy con-job they pulled over on me and my wife. The decor was impressive upon entering and the staff was... (more)
iamhungryfor
on Citysearch Jul 10, 2007Early Saturday dinner with a reservation. Get seated promptly. Orders are taken. Restauraunt less than half full. Multiple servers. Good so far. Waiter brings salads and vanishes. Free magic show!! He reappears... (more)
fwtwo
on Citysearch May 23, 2007Service was good, but my 12 oz. filet, which I requested Medium well, was slightly overcooked, much tougher than I expect in an expensive filet, and had kind of an off taste to it. There were no sauces offerred to... (more)
chucklg
on Citysearch Jan 24, 2007Friends and I dine at Alexander's all the time and wanted to try something different to see how the other local steakhouses stack up to Alexander's. Once again we were sorely disappointed at other "Highly... (more)
craig1218
on Citysearch Sep 07, 2006Steaks are great done to perfection. Best thing about Spencer's is there wine by the glass selection and great pours!. Allows for a great wine tasking experience. (more)
pnlramos
on Citysearch Aug 12, 2006Per the restaurant reviews in Industry magazine, Spencer's was highly rated along with Alexander's and Forbes Mill. However, our experience would not put this restaurant in the same league with the other two. The... (more)
postal007
on Citysearch Feb 15, 2006This place was very surprising, especially for a restaurant in a hotel! I went there with my girlfriend for a special occasion and it was nearly perfect. The place seems pretty intimate, and the service was... (more)
rileydanielj
on Citysearch Oct 06, 2005We ate a Spencers on Friday night because we were staying at the hotel. We made our meal of appetizers and salad with no entree. The grilled artichoke was excellent. We each ordered a soinach salad with the spiced... (more)
kaodot
on Citysearch Sep 21, 2005Went to Spencer's about a month ago, and was pleasantly surprised by the quality of their steaks. The three of us enjoyed the different cuts of meat we ordered (prime rib, filet mignon and New York strip). In fact, we... (more)
Contributor
on Citysearch Jul 17, 2005Classic steakhouse dishes up a variety of prime cuts along with seafood dishes; more than 40 wines by the glass and a selection of bourbons and single malt scotches. (more)
lawfox
on Citysearch Jun 10, 2004Be surprised by the ambience while dining on delicious food, and choices from an extensive wine list, including port, impeccably served in a hotel restaurant. No steak knife is needed. The spencer steak is very... (more)
trigeek40
on Citysearch Feb 01, 2004Wow, Double Tree underwent a remodel and now I just visited Spencer's. What an awesome place! So much better than what was there before. Plus, Club Max is right next door so we spent an entire evening there, dancing... (more)
croft1
on Citysearch Apr 03, 2003I dined here with a large business group for lunch. The atmosphere was perfect. We had a private dining room. The decor is lovely. The service was outstanding. My only words of caution would be to order carefully. The... (more)