
Sullivan's Steakhouse
1785 E River Rd, Tucson, AZ 85718
About Sullivan's Steakhouse - steak house in Tucson, Arizona
Steakhouse chain serving beef, seafood & cocktails in swanky surrounds with live music.
Customer Review Summary
Sullivan's Steakhouse offers an elegant ambience and attentive service, often exceeding expectations. The food is on the pricier side, but patrons feel it is worth the cost. Popular items include the filet mignon, cheesesteak egg rolls, and the rack of lamb, which are noted for being cooked to perfection. The staff, particularly servers like Josh and Renee, receive high praise for their outstanding service and knowledge of the menu. While the restaurant can get busy, making reservations in advance is recommended. Overall, diners appreciate the lively atmosphere and consider it a great spot for special occasions, though some mention longer wait times for food. Many guests express a desire to return, highlighting a positive dining experience overall.
Key Features
Service options
- Outdoor seating
- Curbside pickup
- No-contact delivery
- Delivery
- Onsite services
- Takeout
- Dine-in
Highlights
- Great beer selection
- Great cocktails
- Great coffee
- Great dessert
- Great wine list
- Live music
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
- Happy hour drinks
- Happy hour food
- Hard liquor
- Late-night food
- Private dining room
- Small plates
- Vegetarian options
- Wine
Dining options
- Lunch
- Dinner
- Catering
- Dessert
- Seating
Amenities
- Bar onsite
- Restroom
- Wi-Fi
Atmosphere
- Cozy
- Romantic
- Trendy
- Upscale
Crowd
- Family-friendly
- Groups
- LGBTQ+ friendly
- Tourists
- Transgender safespace
Planning
- Dinner reservations recommended
- Accepts reservations
Payments
- Credit cards
- Debit cards
Children
- High chairs
- Kids' menu
Parking
- Free parking lot
- Free street parking
Customer Reviews
Rating Distribution
Geethmi Dissanayake
Josh was amazing! They really try to attempt beyond expectations. The food is on a pricey end, but you get what you pay for. Very elegant ambience with a lively vibe. The staff was much approachable. You wouldn’t be disappointed at all. One of the best places to celebrate a private occasion. We decided to go back for Christmas Eve as well! They get really busy and you may want to reserve way in advance. One of the appetizers we ordered was on the house since it was late. You have to wait with patience since the food is worth the wait.
Paula Dann
Loved it! We met here for a business lunch. Everything was on point. Our waitress was fantastic. I ordered the filet mignon with a glass of Daou Cabernet Sauvignon. My lunch party each had the tuna tartare. We loved the quiet atmosphere. Lovely restaurant. We will return.
Marilyn Diy
I am a fan of Sullivans being a Chicago native and definitely a foodie. We tried the sushi, and i suggested that they remove those from their menu if they are premade. The manager took time to talk to me and my lovely daughter, which I really appreciate. She brought us the cheesesteak egg rolls, which were really good. We enjoyed our steaks, which were cooked perfectly as well as our mashed potatoes and spinach. Our server, Alicia, was quite lovely and very attentive. It was very quiet since we came during lunch hours. I will definitely come back
GT Bird
Our first time at Sullivan's and we were celebrating our anniversary. The atmosphere was great. Not too dark as is with many steakhouses and a lively atmosphere of music coming from the bar area. The front of the house was welcoming. Our server seemed a little irritated (at other customers) but was friendly enough, though available much mainly attending to certain tables. The general manager was friendly and was very attentive ensuring tables were cleared (he cleared them),.and guests had what they needed. The food was pretty good though not the best steak and lobster I've eaten especially given the cost of the food. The prices at Sullivan's are quite high but I guess most steakhouses are, especially these days.
Kristine Hesson
Josh P. was an amazing server. We went here for the first time, and it was terrific. It is on the pricey side, but I had the filet mignon with pork belly and blue cheese topper and it was delicious. It was cooked perfectly, the cheesesteak eggrolls were as good as Josh had said they’d be. The food does take a rather long time to come out, but it was worth the wait, and we left full.
Adrian Martin
“I had an amazing experience at Sullivan’s Steakhouse! The steaks were cooked to perfection—absolutely delicious. Renee, our server at the bar, deserves special kudos for her outstanding service and for making one of the best Old Fashioneds I’ve ever had, crafted perfectly with Blanton’s. The General Manager, Matthew, was also incredibly personable and ensured everything was top-notch. A fantastic dining experience all around. Highly recommend!”
Dustin Southway
We showed up later in the afternoon, late for lunch, early for dinner. We had the entire place to ourselves. We were seated right away and were offered to order off either the lunch or dinner menus. We really appreciated that. Our server was super fast and made even this meal feel really special with fresh flowers, menu recommendations, and excellent service. I had the rack of lamb and my wife the filet. The lamb was great! The mint chimichurri really complemented the flavor of the meat that was prepared so well.
Matthew Bowe
Josh provided outstanding service that made our evening truly memorable! He went above and beyond with his excellent recommendations, not just for the menu but also for local activities and things to do in the area. His attentive service and genuine enthusiasm really enhanced our dining experience. He has a great way of anticipating needs while maintaining the perfect balance of being present without hovering. The way he helped guide us through the menu showed his deep knowledge of the offerings, and his suggestions were spot-on. If you're visiting Sullivan's, definitely ask to be seated in Josh's section - you won't be disappointed!
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