The Queen City boasts ample places to savor a steak dinner. But Dean’s Italian Steakhouse within JW Marriott in Uptown offers more than just a meal. Prepare for an experience.
City Editors Jack and Maria recently attended “The Cut Wagyu Dinner Experience” — an intimate, four-course Wagyu dinner paired with Johnnie Walker cocktails.
Fun fact: Wagyu is the collective name for the four principal Japanese breeds of beef cattle.
Upon entering the restaurant, we were escorted into a private dining wing before taking our seats at a table, sitting just 15 people. Soft lighting provided an intimate aesthetic as chefs worked from the adjacent kitchen.
Our evening was guided by Josh Hiller, the senior manager of On-Premise Hospitality, who shared the history and craft behind the cocktails that accompanied the dishes. The chefs gave our party a story behind the inspiration of each dish, creating an aesthetic of culinary artistry.
We began with 18-year old Johnnie Walker served with American Wagyu beef tartare. We blended surf and turf during course two with a seared scallop & A5 Striploin Crudo. Our main course was seared Australian Mayura Wagyu striploin matched with savory onion rings. Our final course ended on a sweet note: a peach and apricot tart capped off with a Golden Toddy.
Jack’s menu favorite: seared Australian Mayura Wagyu striploin.
Maria’s menu favorite: Wagyu beef tartare.
The table is set for anyone interested in having a private dining experience at Dean’s Italian Steakhouse. The restaurant hosts similar dining experiences every few months. Keep an eye on our events page for the next experience.
