Share(505) 903-7124
6855 4th Street NW
Albuquerque,
NM
87107
35.1604
-106.6371
Neighborhood: Alamedan Valley
What People Are Saying About Vernons Hidden Valley Steakhouse
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Vernons Hidden Valley Steakhouse
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Flash back to the long gone days of the Prohibition Era. Often cloaked behind the guise of a restaurant, the ever so popular "speakeasy" was a place where one could imbibe in their favorite alcoholic beverage while enjoying the posh atmosphere, live entertainment, and elegant food. Vernon's Hidden Valley Steakhouse, "thus far one of Albuquerque's best kept secrets," according to Gil Garduno local restaurant critic, brings back the appeal and ambiance of the long gone speakeasy in new world splendor. Unassuming and hidden behind a door through Los Ranchos Liquors, Vernon's boasts a cozy and…
08/12/09
Fine Dining?
by samanddave25 at Citysearch
This was the second time I had vistied this steak house, the food was very good, the service not so much. But what really got me was the fact that I was forced to order an Entree.
We had ay late reservation (7:30), I didnt want to eat a huge meal that late so I ordered a salad and a bowl of soup. I was informed by the waitress that I HAD to order an entree. I advised her I was not hungry enough for all that food and that a soup and salad was all i wanted. I was FORCED to order an entree.
This is NOT okay with me. I want to order what I want when I dine out.
- Pros: Ambiance
- Cons: Rules
04/25/09
mediocre
by DWDP at Citysearch
The knock 3 times and ask for Joe gimmick to enter the restaurant is silly and dumb. Our waiter was patronizing and felt he had to instruct us on the experience of fine dining. My $55 dry aged T-Bone had OK flavor but was less than an inch thick. These prices are over the top and for less money you could have a dinner at Peter Luger's in Brooklyn or Gene and Georgetti's in Chicago, 2 of the best steakhouses in the world.
- Pros: none
- Cons: overpriced, patronizing service, kitchy concept
02/21/09
One of a Kind Desert Speak Easy
by StreetTalk at Citysearch
I was part of 2 couples that went for this unique, big city, east of the Mississippi experience. First, you really have to look for this place on 4th Street, which lends serious credibility to the claim of speak easy anonymity the restaurant strives to create. Once inside, and your eyes adjust to the muted lighting, you kind of expect to see flappers and zoot suits wandering about, stirring their mixed drinks, looking for their certain someone. Yeah, it's really like that. The bar is small, well stocked and very capable. The hostess seated us within minutes of our reservation in the main dining room. Our wait staff was attentive without being annoying. Our food was prepared as ordered - except for one steak that needed to go back on the grill for medium well. The place was alive, and it was fun just to take it all in. Compared to the standard cookie cutter restaurants that have big names, big rooms, big noise, big lines and big prices, we found Vernon's to be a great out of the way, sneak up on you, speak easy value. If you like a cozy, yet lively dining experience this one is worth a trip to 4th Street with your special someone.
- Pros: Atmosphere, Service, Attentiveness, Food
- Cons: Gotta love small restaurants
The Details on Vernons Hidden Valley Steakhouse
Message from Vernons Hidden Valley Steakhouse
- Amazing steaks & seafood
- Extensive wine list
- Unmatched atmosphere
Flash back to the long gone days of the Prohibition Era. Often cloaked behind the guise of a restaurant, the ever so popular "speakeasy" was a place where one could imbibe in their favorite alcoholic beverage while enjoying the posh atmosphere, live entertainment, and elegant food. Vernon's Hidden Valley Steakhouse, "thus far one of Albuquerque's best kept secrets," according to Gil Garduno local restaurant critic, brings back the appeal and ambiance of the long gone speakeasy in new world splendor. Unassuming and hidden behind a door through Los Ranchos Liquors, Vernon's boasts a cozy and intimate dining area with slick black diamond plaster walls, rich red planked ceilings, and elegant music. The environment is worth the adventure itself. However, the food is most notable. According to Gil, "Vernon's has established itself as a popular dining destination among those in the know."
