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AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows Casino, Altoona, IA

AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows Casino

4.6
4.6
1099 Reviews
$31 to $50
Steakhouse

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2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 20 times today
  • Good for special occasions
  • Charming
  • Fancy
AJ’s Steakhouse proudly serves renowned Iowa steaks and chops, seafood and poultry in a classy, yet comfortably casual, atmosphere. Located inside Iowa's premier gaming and entertainment venue, AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows invites you to enjoy some of the best American cuisine you'll find anywhere in central Iowa. We promise that our outstanding menu and attentive service will leave you truly satisfied.

Join us soon for an unforgettable dining experience you won’t find anywhere else. Check out our full menu online. Then stop in and indulge yourself with all that our award-winning chefs can prepare for you.

Book your next big event at the AJ’s Steakhouse Party Room. A comfortable room, elegant table setting, customized menu with world-class wines, and dedicated staff providing gracious service.

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Additional information

  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Steak
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Phone number
    (515) 957-3535
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Executive Chef
    Cade Johnson
  • Private party facilities
    We allow private events. Please call us at 515.957.3535 for reservations or details.
  • Area
    Des Moines
  • Cross Street
    Adventureland Dr. - Inside Prairie Meadows Casino
  • Parking details
    Abundant and convenient free parking is always available.
  • Entertainment
    Prairie Meadows, located just minutes from downtown Des Moines in Altoona, Iowa, features more than 1,100 slot machines, your favorite table games, poker room, live racing, outstanding dining options, and free live entertainment. Prairie Meadows is fun you can bet on!
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine

What 1,099 people are saying

Overall ratings and reviews

Reviews can only be made by diners who have eaten at this restaurant

4.6
4.6 based on recent ratings
  • 4.5Food
  • 4.6Service
  • 4.7Ambience
  • 4.5Value

NoiseModerate

Loved For

  • Iowa

    Steakhouse

  • Des Moines

    Best Value

Review summary

AI-generated from verified diner reviews
AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows Casino offers "excellent food" and "superb service" with standout dishes like prime rib and lobster. Diners enjoy the "great specials" and "pleasant ambiance." While some experiences vary, many appreciate the attentive staff and "reasonable prices." A popular choice for both everyday dining and special occasions.

1,099 Reviews
  1. DAWN

    Des Moines

    1 review

    4.0

    1 review

    Dined today

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Ashton was very attentive and did an excellent job as our wait staff. The restaurant was quiet, tables not crowded together so we could have nice dinner conversations without yelling. The only complaint was in the temperature of the meats ordered. The prime rib was ordered “medium” (pink throughout) but was definitely medium-well and closer to well done. One filet ordered medium-well came out medium-rare. The kitchen corrected the filet, but we didn’t ask for the prime rib to be redone. All in all a good experience; we would go back!

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  2. Jon

    Des Moines

    3 reviews

    5.0

    3 reviews

    Dined on 13 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    My first time taking my wife here for her birthday. She had the De Burgo and enjoyed it very much. If you want to have a quiet dinner together, this is a great place with excellent food. I would definitely recommend.

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  3. Kevin

    VIP

    Des Moines

    29 reviews

    5.0

    29 reviews

    Dined on 9 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Seth the waiter and bartender did an excellent job of making our dinner excellent.

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  4. Jamie

    Des Moines

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 8 December 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Went to AJ's for my birthday and it was great! The food and service was top of the line. Prime rib cooked exactly how I wanted it. The service was great too! We will definitely be back again!

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  5. Shon

    VIP

    Tallahassee

    7 reviews

    4.0

    7 reviews

    Dined on 7 December 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 2
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    The service was great. Everyone in the restaurant made sure to say hello and go above and beyond. The prime rib first had zero flavor. And was wa too done.

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  6. lynne

    VIP

    Des Moines

    32 reviews

    4.0

    32 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 3
    Food was very good. Seem to be back on track. Service was very good. Very loud. A gentleman that came in after we were seated whistled non stop. Very annoying. Talked loud when he was whistling. Realize this is not anything you can avoid, just disrupted during our dinner. Beer menu is a bit sad. Should definitely have something especially this time of year. Understand you may not sell alot of craft beer but kind of bummed no bottles or can options In dark beer. Thanks

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  7. Jane

    Minneapolis

    2 reviews

    4.0

    2 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 4
    2. Food 4
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    I was visiting my son in Des Moines for Thanksgiving. I looked for a hotel that would offer a dinner for the 2 of us and found Prairie Meadows Hotel and Casino had both. The cost was $60 per person for a 3 course dinner. I chose the salad for course one and that was tasty, the the traditional turkey dinner for course two. The turkey, gravy, and potatoes were all good, but not exceptional. The stuffing was pure mush, not tasty and no texture. I was very disappointed to have paid $60 for a very average meal. The dessert, an apple tart with ice cream was very good and the best part of the meal. Service was good and the ambience was very nice, but I felt the price was out of whack.

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  8. Janet

    Des Moines

    23 reviews

    5.0

    23 reviews

    Dined on 29 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    We’ve always had a wonderful dinner, our ‘go to’ restaurant for a special occasion. 🥂

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  9. Emily

    Des Moines

    1 review

    5.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 5
    2. Food 5
    3. Service 5
    4. Ambience 5
    Always a wonderful meal and atmosphere at AJs Steakhouse!

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  10. Matt

    Phoenix

    1 review

    1.0

    1 review

    Dined on 28 November 2024

    1. Overall 1
    2. Food 1
    3. Service 1
    4. Ambience 5
    We went for Thanksgiving. I had the turkey dinner which was fine. My wife said her fish had no flavor. Service was slow, but it was a holiday so that has to be expected. The next day it was very slow and few people were there. Service was a little bit faster. The food was the main issue. AJ's is on the pricey side and my wife's steak was overcooked, the lobster was like rubber and almost inedible, her baked potato was ice cold as were my mashed potatoes. We let the server know and she said "sorry" but did nothing at all. For those prices, that should not happen and if it does, something should be done. We didn't make a fuss, but you asked me and this is my response. The food in the concession area of the casino as well as the breakfast/lunch in the hotel was really great with great service and not nearly as pricey. I enjoyed the casino and all the other places to eat, but I wont be going to AJs again.

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FAQs

AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows Casino offers takeout which you can order by calling the restaurant at (515) 957-3535.

AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows Casino is rated 4.6 stars by 1099 OpenTable diners.

Yes, you can generally book this restaurant by choosing the date, time and party size on OpenTable.

Make a booking

2 people
7:00 pm
Booked 20 times today

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Google Map for AJ's Steakhouse at Prairie Meadows Casino

One Prairie Meadows Drive, Altoona, IA 50009

Additional information

  • Cross Street
    Adventureland Dr. - Inside Prairie Meadows Casino
  • Area
    Des Moines
  • Hours of Operation
    Wed, Thu, Sun 4:00 pm–9:00 pm Fri, Sat 4:00 pm–10:00 pm
  • Price
    $31 to $50
  • Cuisines
    Steakhouse, American, Steak
  • Dining style
    Casual Elegant
  • Dress code
    Casual Dress
  • Parking details
    Abundant and convenient free parking is always available.
  • Payment Options
    AMEX, Discover, Mastercard, Visa
  • Executive Chef
    Cade Johnson
  • Entertainment
    Prairie Meadows, located just minutes from downtown Des Moines in Altoona, Iowa, features more than 1,100 slot machines, your favorite table games, poker room, live racing, outstanding dining options, and free live entertainment. Prairie Meadows is fun you can bet on!
  • Additional
    Bar/Lounge, Beer, Cocktails, Full Bar, Gluten-free Options, Non-Smoking, Private Room, Takeaway, Wheelchair Access, Wine
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