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RP Prime Steakhouse Fair Lawn - Steakhouse in Paterson, New Jersey

RP Prime Steakhouse Fair Lawn

4.7 (163 reviews)

41-11 Rte 4, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

Steak house

About RP Prime Steakhouse Fair Lawn - steak house in Paterson, New Jersey

Customer Review Summary

Overall, RP Prime Steakhouse in Fair Lawn has received mixed reviews. Highlights include the exceptional customer service, with staff being described as kind, knowledgeable, and attentive. The food is generally tasty, with standout dishes like the lobster tail, beef carpaccio, and fresh oysters noted as highlights. Some diners had issues with the atmosphere, citing it as overly loud and rushed service in certain instances, which detracted from the dining experience. Overall, while many enjoyed their meals and praised the service, a few guests felt disappointed, particularly regarding their special occasions and requests for quieter seating.

Key Features

Service options

  • Curbside pickup
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Great cocktails
  • Great dessert
  • Great wine list
  • Sports

Popular for

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible parking lot
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Hard liquor
  • Private dining room
  • Vegetarian options
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Lunch
  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Cozy
  • Trendy
  • Upscale

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • Tourists

Planning

  • Dinner reservations recommended
  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Children

  • High chairs
  • Kids' menu

Parking

  • Free parking lot
  • Free street parking
  • Valet parking

Pets

  • Dogs allowed outside

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

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Based on 163 reviews

Erick G

2 months ago

Our Entrée came with side salad and bread for the table, I would suggest for the butter to be softer to spread easier. The best dish of the night was the lobster tail with crab, really delicious. Desert: The lave cake was okay, nothing fancy just a simple lava cake with ice cream.

Joselia

3 months ago

We were driving down from NY on a Sunday evening and craving a steak, so we decided to stop here. The atmosphere was calm, with several people celebrating birthdays. The food was good—on par with other steakhouses—but what truly stood out was the exceptional customer service. Our waiter, Jose, was kind, knowledgeable, and attentive, making our experience even better. The oysters were incredibly fresh and, in our opinion, the highlight of the meal. The ribeye was decent, though we prefer it with a touch more sea salt for added flavor. My surf and turf dish was fine, though the South African lobster tail was a bit sweeter than I typically enjoy. While the prices were on the higher side, we knew what to expect going in. Overall, I’d definitely prefer this location over the one in Mahwah!

Joe D

7 months ago

Nice local steakhouse, great service, the meal wasn't rushed, and they let you take your time for every course. Ribeye was good and tasty, but bacon app was a bit tough and could've been more rendered. The room lighting needs to be a bit brighter too since we could barely see what we're eating.

LOWE

I recently visited RP Prime Steakhouse to celebrate a family member’s birthday, but unfortunately, the experience didn’t live up to expectations. While we were excited for a special evening, the service felt incredibly rushed from the start. Our reservation was at 8 PM, but instead of allowing us to settle in and enjoy the atmosphere, the staff seemed eager to push things along. Courses arrived too quickly, and we barely had time to savor our meals before feeling pressured to move on. A celebration should feel relaxed and enjoyable, but instead, we felt hurried throughout the night. The food itself was good, but the rushed service took away from the experience. If RP Prime is aiming for a fine dining reputation, they should focus on hospitality just as much as the food. Unfortunately, we left feeling like we didn’t truly get to enjoy the restaurant or our meal. I hope management takes this feedback into account because a great steakhouse should be about more than just the food—it should be about the experience, too.

Harry Newman

I went to the restaurant with my wife and daughter on Dec. 18, 2024. We went to celebrate my retirement which occurred the day earlier. I had read the reviews about the noise levels and there was one or two reviews that suggested getting a more quiet table. So when I made the reservation, I mentioned that I had read the reviews and asked in advance for a quiet table. I explained that it was to celebrate my retirement. On the night we arrived there was a table by a wall and other tables more in the middle of the room. They took us to a table more toward the middle of the room. As they did so I pointed out that there was a table by a wall, which would have been much more quiet. I told them that when I booked a table I had asked for a more quiet table. They then said that this other party was going to take the table after they were being escorted from the bar to that table. Rather than honoring the request I had made, they decided to give the table to others who had spent money at the bar. The restaurant was very loud that evening. I understand that because of the holiday season I would expect a lot more noise than usual. But if they had been honest with me when I booked the table, they could have said that it is not possible to book a more quiet table. In which case I would have taken my family to another restaurant to celebrate a once-in-a-lifetime event. The food was very good. But I do not like how I was treated and so will be unlikely to ever go back.

Jonila Fetija

1 year ago

I had an absolutely fantastic experience at RP Prime Steakhouse Fair Lawn! This restaurant deserves a solid 5 stars. The food was not only delicious but exceeded all my expectations. The beef carpaccio was out of this world; I've never had anything quite like it. The tuna tartar and lobster were incredibly fresh, and the steak was top-notch. The service was impeccable, and the staff was exceptionally knowledgeable, making our dining experience even more enjoyable. RP Prime Steakhouse is definitely the best spot for a memorable meal.

Luis Rojas

1 year ago

Truly the most delightful time eating at this steakhouse!! In addition to the beyond spectacular food, the service is absolutely stellar!! The manager and his team have made sure to deliver an astounding eating experience that has made my business trip here to NJ/NY that much more enjoyable. This is my second time going this week, and tonight I had the Lobster Night special: To start, a healthy serving of Lobster Bisque (honestly the best I've ever had... brought a smile to my face with every spoonful), followed by a Lobster Ravioli which complemented the lingering taste of the bisque. The main course was a 1.5lb Lobster served with a side of sautéed Broccoli... YUM. Finally I had the homemade blueberry pie with a serving of vanilla ice cream... the perfect way to end my meal. Once again, I really want to commend the staff who made sure to check in throughout dinner with genuine kindness and attention to detail worthy of praise. The manager came around multiple times to speak with me and I can honestly say he and his staff are putting their heart into this restaurant. I cannot recommend this place more!

Jennifer Telesca

We dined at RP in Fair Lawn for the first time on Thanksgiving. Everything was top notch. Food, service, atmosphere. My Mom & brother said it was the best turkey dinner they’ve ever had. The staff was beyond friendly and accommodating, even when super busy on a holiday. Will definitely be back again!

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 11:30 AM–10:30 PM
Monday 11:30 AM–10 PM
Saturday 3–11 PM
Sunday 3–9 PM
Thursday 11:30 AM–10 PM
Tuesday 11:30 AM–10 PM
Wednesday 11:30 AM–10 PM

Price Range

$50–100