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Welcome to Chris's Open Hearth Steak House, a beloved culinary gem nestled in the heart of Fayetteville, North Carolina. This establishment has proudly served delectable dishes since the 1960s, boasting an inviting atmosphere that is equal parts classy and comfortable. Whether you're celebrating a special occasion or simply treating yourself to a sumptuous dinner, Chris's Open Hearth is the perfect destination.
This steakhouse offers a robust menu that includes not only expertly prepared steaks, but also a variety of seafood and vegetarian options. Each dish is crafted with quality ingredients, ensuring that every bite is a delight. Customers rave about the perfectly cooked ribeye, served sizzling on a warm metal plate, which showcases the skill of the grill. Pair your steak with mouthwatering sides like grilled shrimp or crispy onion rings for a well-rounded meal that satisfies.
One unique touch that diners appreciate is the nostalgic cheese and cracker starter, a throwback that adds charm to your dining experience. While some may question its place on the menu, it perfectly complements the warm and inviting ambiance that Chris's Open Hearth fosters.
The service at Chris's Open Hearth is consistently highlighted in customer reviews. With efficient and friendly staff, guests experience timely service that exceeds expectations. Reservations are recommended, especially on peak nights like Monday and Friday, to ensure you secure a table in this highly sought-after dining location.
Outdoor seating is available for those looking to enjoy their meal al fresco, and on-site parking adds convenience for your visit. With the option for takeout and delivery, you can relish the flavors of Chris's Open Hearth in the comfort of your own home.
In sum, Chris's Open Hearth Steak House is not just a place to eat; it's an experience that tantalizes the senses. From the rich aromas wafting from the grill to the cozy ambience and attentive service, this steakhouse is a destination that deserves a spot on your dining list. Treat yourself to a meal here, and you may just find yourself returning time and time again.
“ Had the opportunity to dine here for a work dinner last month. Well had a large group, so we were in the banquet room. It was very nice and large room for our group. We also had 2 servers for our group. Started off crab cakes and stuff mushrooms. Both were nice, hot and fresh. We then had a salad with house made dressing. The dressing was in a nice "chilled" serving container. Nothing special about the salad, but it was fresh. The 8oz ribeye cooked "medium" was perfect. Charred nicely, on a nice warm metal serving plate. The baked potato was dry (the only let down) and seemed to be over cooked. I had a side of grilled shrimp with my steak and they were equally delicious. Lightly seasoned and not too spicy for me. I'm sure you could have them with more seasoning. We had the chocolate cake to-go. Nothing super special about the cake. But a nice finish to a great meal, but for the cost of this meal, everything should be hot, fresh and tasty. This meals comes with w hefty price tag, but worth it for a birthday, celebrate or anniversary meal! ”
“ Birthday Dinner Perfection. Someone recently asked me what was one of my best steak meal experiences, and this is now one of them. We arrived just before our reservation time and were seated immediately. The restaurant is warm and has a cozy feeling to it. Having been in business since the 60's I expected that it must be amazing, and I was not disappointed. Our server was friendly and super-efficient. The timing of the courses was on point, and I was brought a new glass of prosecco each time I needed one. The first thing to come to the table is the cheese and crackers. I had read about this but when it came, I still didn't really know how to feel about it. It is a glob of cheese spread on a small plate, served with a basket of crackers in wrappers. We tried it, it wasn't bad, but we didn't eat much. Next was the calamari appetizer. They were good for the most part, some were on the chewy side. We both next enjoyed the broccoli cheddar soup, as well as a house salad for me. The soup was creamy with nice large pieces of broccoli in it. The salad was a miss for me, the lettuce was a little wilty and the veggies didn't have a fresh crunch to them. I was ok to set that to the side and wait for the main course. Our server did come over to let us know that there were 20 or more steaks on the grill ahead of ours and that it might be a long wait. She asked me did I want to keep the salad just to have something to snack on. This made me nervous. We did wait about 25 minutes for the steaks to come out, but it was well worth it in my opinion. I had ordered a NY strip, cooked medium rare, with a side of broiled scallops and a bearnaise sauce on the side. The steak was cooked immaculately, with a nice char, great flavor from the grill and the perfect amount of pink in the center for my liking. I had a twice baked potato, that was lacking a little, but I almost didn't care. The scallops were ok. They are using really small scallops, and they were cooked a little too much. The bearnaise was decadent and perfect. Also, at the time of our entrees being delivered, we got a basket with two rolls that she said were fresh out of the oven, but i never tried them. I again, cannot say enough good things about the steak. The dessert tray came out last, and we chose cake to come home with us. I enjoyed the chocolate cake later on in the evening and it was delicious. Overall great meal and experience. It is on the pricy side, but we also chose many items and add ons. I think it was worth it for the meal we had. ”
“ Once again our service and food was great once again! Thank you Greg for a perfect steak and a great experience! ”
“ I had done some research on this place a while back looking for a Christmas gift certificates and saw it was pretty good. Finally got to visit it! Very cool décor. Nice atmosphere with dining area and a big bar area. Noticed outside seating too for when the weather is nice Others have noted the cheese and crackers. I thought given that they are a higher end steak house this was a bit strange however the cheese was good. We started with meatballs and stuffed mushrooms. Meatballs were awesome! Great red sauce and flavor in the meat. The mushrooms were ok. Seemed to lack a little flavor. We then moved on to the wedge salad. Great flavors. Just the right amount of dressing and lots of bacon! Then Deb and I split the Ribeye. It was cooked perfectly. Good flavors. Delicious. The side of onion rings were great too. Nice and crispy. The service was great. Food was brought out in good time. Overall a good experience ”
“ Wow! There's a reason this place has been around for nearly 6 decades! Food, service, ambience- all excellent! My dining partner and I arrived without reservations, but since there were only 2 of us, we were seated very quickly at a comfortable spot. While the place was buzzing, it wasn't packed. Our server Ashley brought us menus and let us look over the menu, we both ordered beers to start, which were brought with cheese dip and wrapped crackers and breadsticks- not necessarily 5-star, but very old school and much enjoyed- You can't go wrong with Captain's Wafers! I ordered a Shrimp Cocktail, and a NY Strip with a baked potato and I upgraded to a Wedge Salad. I love a good, old school Wedge, and this one was delicious. Shrimp cocktail was good as well, the cocktail sauce had a perfect horseradish bite to it. My steak arrived on a sizzling steel platter, cooked to absolute perfection- I always orde my steak Medium Rare Plus- and they got it right. Plus it was a very nice cut of meat. I shared a nice bottle of wine with my dining partner. Our server Ashley was friendly and funny, and helped make our visit perfect. We were both too full for dessert, but we were pleasantly satiated and didn't need it anyway. I love this place- old school, but not pretentious, comfortable and not stuffy. If I lived in Fayetteville, I would be here often. ”