This classic American steakhouse serves high-quality, all-natural Black Angus Beef, fresh seafood, handcrafted artisan cheeses and an award-winning wine list in a rustic-but-elegant atmosphere. Although a bit pricey the food is excellent and the service impeccable.
Elegant Dining in Eclectic Atmosphere
The Gaylord Palms Resort's Old Hickory Steakhouse is located in the Everglades Atrium is just steps away from the hotel, yet feels like its another world away. Its eclectic setting marries a rustic, weathered-wood atmosphere with the implements of fine dining for an upscale, but comfortable dining experience. Friendly, knowledgeable and helpful wait staff provide impeccable service, from appetizers through dessert.
Although there were children dining with their parents when we dined in the early evening, there is no children's menu.
The Menu
Steak-lovers will find the dinner menu at Old Hickory Steakhouse a dream come true. Only the highest quality all-natural Black Angus cuts of beef are used and portions from eight to 24 ounces are more than ample.
You can start your dining experience with a selection of Artisan cheeses and hot and cold appetizers. Next, select from a choice of soups or salads. Besides steaks, other choices for your entree include seafood pork and chicken. Available for table sharing are an interesting selection of sauteed, creamed or steamed vegetables, potatoes or artisan mac & cheese. Finally, to top off your meal, choose from a dessert cart filled with tempting sweet treats.
Our party of two — my husband and myself — arrived five minutes early for our weekday reservation and were seated immediately. My husband started with a salad of field greens ($9) and ordered the 20 oz. "Cowboy Ribeye" ($43). He raved that it was the best steak he had ever had — cooked perfectly and very tender. Two kinds of fresh rolls (along with butter and a sample of Artisan cheese) arrived with my husband's salad. The bread and cheese were so delicious, that I over indulged a bit. I was glad I ordered the Romaine Wedge Salad ($12) with dried cranberries, bacon, shaved cheese and walnuts with Asiago Dressing as my main course. We both shared Belgian Fried Potatoes ($11) that were crispy outside and melt-in-your-mouth soft on the inside. Everything was served beautifully and cooked to perfection. Unfortunately, we had no room for dessert.
Location & Hours
Old Hickory Steakhouse
Gaylord Palms Resort
6000 W. Osceola Parkway
Kissimmee, FL 34746
Phone: 407-586-1600
Open daily for dinner only. Reservations are recommended.
Attire is business-casual.
Hours: 5:30 until 10:00 p.m.
