Original Joe's - CLOSED

CLOSED Fire in 2008, hoping to open Fall 2010. The steakhouse genre's classic components -- open kitchen, red meat, yeasty sourdough, and a hint of Italy -- are alive and thriving at this darkly handsome six-decades-old-and-counting landmark. Sit at the counter and watch the flames leap as the unflappable range chefs grill house-butchered steaks, burgers, and chops and cook up an exemplary Joe's Special. The pastas and vegetables are on the overcooked side, but the ice-cold martinis make up for them.

• Cuisine(s): California

  Hours: Sun-Thu 10:30am-12am, Fri-Sat 10:30am-12:30am

  Price: $$

• Payment Types: All Major Credit Cards

  Features: Patio/Sidewalk Dining, Takeout, Delivery, Private Party, Catering, Family Style

  Serving: Breakfast, Dinner, Late Night, Lunch

• Alcohol: Full bar

  Reservations: Accepted, Not Accepted

  Parking: Street