Nineteen 86 Steakhouse
West Valley, Glendale
Restaurant in Glendale, United States
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Dress
Smart Casual
Why go
Nineteen 86 Steakhouse is a practical Glendale dinner pick when the group wants a steakhouse-style evening and an easy booking. It makes the most sense for Wednesday-to-Sunday dinner plans; look elsewhere for lunch, lighter menus, or a more casual drinks-first night.
About Nineteen 86 Steakhouse
For diners planning dinner in Glendale, Nineteen 86 Steakhouse is a practical option when the priority is an evening meal rather than an all-day restaurant. The case for planning around it is clearest from Wednesday through Sunday; lunch is not served.
Plan for dinner, not a flexible all-day meal
The useful read is simple: choose this for a deliberate dinner in Glendale. The recommendation rests on its schedule, city, smart-casual dress code rather than named dishes, chef credentials, prices, or awards. That makes it a better fit for diners who already want an evening plan and do not need a heavily documented destination.
Timing is the most important planning detail. Nineteen 86 Steakhouse is closed Monday and Tuesday, then open Wednesday through Sunday from 4–10 PM. If you are coordinating a group, use those evening hours as the basis for the plan and confirm current details before you go.
If the group includes diners with specific dietary needs, confirm directly before committing. Menu details, allergy accommodations, takeout, delivery, or other service specifics are not available. For another option, you can also compare the plan with Pita Jungle or Salt Tacos y Tequila.
Other options make the decision clearer
Nineteen 86 Steakhouse is one dinner option to consider. If you are still deciding, compare it with State 48 Funk House Brewery, The Lola, or The Vig, depending on what kind of evening your group wants.
Nineteen 86 Steakhouse is in Glendale, follows a smart-casual dress code, is open during the listed evening hours Wednesday through Sunday. For a broader scan before deciding, use the Glendale restaurants guide.
Planning details
- Location
- 9431 W Northern Ave, Glendale, AZ 85305
- Reservations
- Book on OpenTable
- Website
- ddcaz.com
- Phone
- +16236338986
The take
The Take
The Vibe
Nineteen 86 Steakhouse positions itself at the intersection of old-guard steakhouse tradition and contemporary American technique. The dining room is conceived around fire and protein, leaning on a classic steakhouse grammar while nodding to the moment in culinary history that prompted chefs to rethink sourcing and preparation. It feels anchored in place — a suburban Glendale address that treats the steakhouse formula with deliberate attention to execution and wine, rather than novelty. The result is an experience that reads as both historically informed and quietly modern, suited to diners who expect reliable, well-crafted steaks and a substantial wine list.
Best For
This is primarily an evening destination: a steak-focused restaurant built for dinner, business meals, and milestone nights. The heavy Cabernet-oriented wine list and the premium focus on beef make it a natural choice for special-occasion bookings and business dinners where a predictable, well-executed meal matters. Located along Glendale’s Northern Avenue corridor, it serves the West Valley crowd looking for a dependable steakhouse experience rather than experimental dining. The layout and shared side-dish approach also lend themselves to groups who want a classic steakhouse meal to split and savor together.
Ordering Tips
Lean into the steakhouse format: focus your order on generous, well-sourced cuts and plan to share sides, since the menu notes that accompaniments arrive in vessels meant for passing around. The wine list skews toward Cabernet, so pairing a bold red with beef is a safe, text-supported move. Given the restaurant’s emphasis on sourcing and technique, ask your server about the provenance of steaks or any featured preparations if provenance matters to you. Expect a traditional steakhouse rhythm—starter, shared sides, and a substantial main—rather than small-plate experimentation.
Venue details
Ambiance
Casual elegance with oversized booths, marble and wood accents, and an upscale yet comfortable casino atmosphere.
Tags
Vibe
Best For
Experience
At the Table
- Dress Code
- Smart Casual
- Noise Level
- Conversational
- Service Style
- Formal
- Meal Pacing
- Leisurely
- Capacity
- Medium
Planning details
Location
Recognition and awards
Also consider
Also Consider
- The Vig, Notable alternative
- Pita Jungle, Notable alternative
- State 48 Funk House Brewery, Notable alternative
- Salt Tacos y Tequila, Notable alternative
- The Lola, Notable alternative
Restaurant context
How It Compares
Nineteen 86 Steakhouse is the more occasion-focused choice in this Glendale set. Compared with State 48 Funk House Brewery, it is better suited to a deliberate dinner, while State 48 is the smarter pick for beer, casual groups, a lower-commitment night out.
Salt Tacos y Tequila and The Lola are stronger choices when the meal is really about drinks, social energy, or a flexible group plan. Nineteen 86 Steakhouse is the better fit when the group has already agreed on a steakhouse-style dinner and wants the evening to feel more planned.
If value and ease matter more than a steakhouse setting, Pita Jungle is the safer casual alternative, while The Vig works better for polished casual dining without the same dinner-only feel. Booking difficulty is easy here, so the advantage is less about scarcity and more about matching the occasion correctly.
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Compare Nineteen 86 Steakhouse
| Venue | Location | Awards |
|---|---|---|
| Nineteen 86 Steakhouse | Glendale | 2026 Wine Spectator Award of Excellence |
| The Vig | Peoria | No published awards |
| Pita Jungle | Peoria | No published awards |
| State 48 Funk House Brewery | Glendale | No published awards |
| Salt Tacos y Tequila | Glendale | No published awards |
| The Lola | Glendale | No published awards |
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FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
What are alternatives to Nineteen 86 Steakhouse?
Other options to compare include State 48 Funk House Brewery, Salt Tacos y Tequila, The Vig, The Lola, Pita Jungle. Choose based on the kind of evening you want, confirm current hours and details directly before going.
Is Nineteen 86 Steakhouse good for a special occasion?
It can work for a planned dinner in Glendale, especially because the dress code is smart casual and the listed hours are evening hours from Wednesday through Sunday. Confirm current availability and any occasion-specific needs directly with the venue.
Is Nineteen 86 Steakhouse good for solo dining?
It can work for a solo dinner if you want an evening meal in Glendale. Seating style or bar seating are not specified, so check directly if those details matter to your plan.
What should I wear to Nineteen 86 Steakhouse?
The dress code is smart casual. You do not need formal wear, but plan for a polished dinner outfit rather than something overly casual.
Is lunch or dinner better at Nineteen 86 Steakhouse?
Dinner is the option. Nineteen 86 Steakhouse is closed Monday and Tuesday, open Wednesday through Sunday from 4–10 PM.
