Eating the Legendary Mutton Chop from Keens Steakhouse NYC. An Iconic Dish
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- čas přidán 27. 06. 2024
- I eat and review the legendary mutton chop from Keens Steakhouse in Midtown Manhattan of New York City. The restaurant is one of the oldest and most famous steakhouses in the city. It’s also considered to be one of the best places for steak in NYC. The mutton chop is massive and has been the signature dish of Keens for decades. I find out if the mutton chop lives up to the hype.
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People need to understand for him to finish that dish fully is pretty impressive. It’s a lot of food
I was pretty full after that lunch!
Your NYC restaurant reviews stand out from the crowd. Thank you for all your attention to detail. You are a class act!
Thank you so much! I definitely put a good amount of effort into my videos, so it means a lot to me to hear that they're appreciated.
He's my favorite reviewer!
@@NoahEats 100% agree 👍
Another fantastic review! Can't wait for your Ted's bison review! 🥩🍔
@@nyrmetros Thank you so much!
YES! The mutton chop at Keens is an absolute MUST for carnivores! Whenever I have people visiting NYC who are meat-eaters I always tell them they should try it. An iconic NYC dish.
Totally agree!
It’s been like that for many years. I remember before social media and before CZcams, reading an article about the mutton chop as a must have in the top tier list of steaks in NYC.
The way you start and end your reviews with a short talk from a park bench or hotel room is terrific. It makes us feel like we’re along for the day.
Thank you! Yeah, I try to set the scene and wrap things up in that way.
Babe wake up, James Andrews just dropped a new video
Haha! Thanks for watching!
I loved the ironic description of mutton as aged lamb. Comic genius. I had to explain to my less sophisticated wife that it was indeed aged, in the sense of being left alive for several more years before the trip to the slaughterhouse. I shall henceforth refer to beef as aged veal
Haha!
Lamb is less than one year, hogget is between one and two years and mutton is older than two years. I believe Keens serves hogget.
@@tweakypoppy at most, it is widely known to be less than a year
I'm so glad you liked! I put Keen's in my top 5 steakhouses in NYC, and I usually go at least once a year for the mutton. Service and atmosphere are amazing, and you are getting a dish you're not going to get any where else. Thank you for another great review!
Thank you for watching! Yeah, the mutton really is a special dish. The fact that you won't find it pretty much anywhere else in this country makes for a reason alone to dine at Keens.
Keens is by far my favorite steak house in NYC. The combination of the food and history on the walls, the ambiance, it just can't be beat. I could never eat the Mutton, but thank you for sharing the Taste of Mutton on the lunch menu. Great video, I so look forward to them each week!
Thank you so much! Yeah, Keens is such an amazing place. I think it's one of the most special restaurants in NYC.
The way you eat your plate clean, your Mom must be proud!
Haha! Well, I definitely love to eat!
But... his mom did not teach him to use cutlery properly or table manners.
@@luxpursuits Well, clearly he didn’t go to West Point,
@@Montecitodesign Montecito, you don't have to go to West Point to learn that 🙄
@@luxpursuits I was hoping he would read my comment and be inspired to enlist!
Went back for the mutton chop! Glad it turned out to be great, classic New York vibe. Tasteful touch with the shirt coordination too
Thank you! Yeah, the mutton chop is truly a must-try dish!
How far you've come in your production vs. your earlier videos is impressive. Your food and restaurant reviews are great, entertaining and informative. Great mix of the voiceover and in scene dialogue and it matches perfectly. Do you take notes while you're eating for the voiceovers?
Thank you so much! Yeah, I've really been trying to step up the quality of my videos and I'm glad that it's appreciated. Yep, after each course I'll type a few quick notes about my thoughts onto my phone to help when I edit the video.
Enjoying your videos, NYC just has a ridiculous amount of quality restaurants - cheers from Alberta!
Hope you come down to NYC soon!
Cheers! Thank you! Yeah, that's one of the reasons why I love the city so much. There's just an almost endless amount of amazing restaurants to try.
Went to Keen's for the first time in November. My friend got the prime rib and I got the mutton. Both were delicious, but my god, the mutton. I'd certainly recommend this place for anyone to try.
I can't wait to go as well!
That sounds like a great meal! I'm glad that you enjoyed it!
It’s very good.. I had it in the early 2000s and I still remember that savory great taste.
Great video, as usual. Keens' Mutton Chop is a 'bucket list' item and mutton itself deserves so much more love. Even if like me you don't enjoy lamb, mutton is worth giving a go. So much more flavour.
It's on my list as well!
Thank you! Yeah, I think more people should really give mutton a try. Good mutton, like the chop offered by Keens, is delicious!
Haha I could tell it was your favorite even before you said, and the interior does look awesome. Keeper goin, big fan of the channel
Thank you so much!
You deserve way more subscribers, you got to do more shorts that way you'll have more visibility
Thank you! Yeah, I might do more shorts in the future.
I've had lamb chops before but have not heard the chop called the Mutton chop. And since you rate Keens at the top of the NYC chop shop pyramid, it's definitely on my must-visit list.
Mutton chops aren't as common as lamb chops, but Keens's offering is definitely worth trying!
Just found your channel today and loving it. Can’t wait to watch all your older videos!
Thank you so much! I hope you enjoy them!
I’ve traveled all over and eaten at many Michelin star restaurants - and the Keens Mutton Chop is my favorite dish on earth.
Nice! It truly is a special dish!
I enjoy your videos. I’m sorry it’s taken me this long to subscribe. Thank you for the time, attention and money you put into making videos for us to live vicariously. 🌺🌺🌺
Thank you so much for watching! I really appreciate it!
Of all the classic NYC steakhouses I've seen, Keen's definitely looks like the vibe that's most up my alley. Great old school ambience and classy decor but the pipe collection and historical artifacts on the walls tell me it's not too stuffy or taking itself too seriously as a fancy schmancy "culinary institution". Surprisingly decent prices too. Definitely going to be a stop for me when I visit the city.
Indeed! Keens is a classic institution and a must-visit!
One of the many cool things about Keens is that it’s insanely easy to get to since the subway station nearby is one of the main hubs.
I chuckled when you said “I dominated that mutton chop” hahaha yes you certainly did. I don’t know where you put all that food but glad you share your experiences with all of us. Thanks for the video.
Thanks for watching!
Nice to see that incredible interior showcasing such historical documents and even the pipes on the ceiling. I love escarole so I was happy to see that they paired it with the mutton chop. It looked like an exquisite meal. I was going to comment that you should try a restaurant's coffee because many times it compliments their dessert offerings and thought is put into the coffee that they serve. The rich chocolate ganache cake looked so good.
Thanks for watching! Yeah, it was overall a great experience from the amazing decor of the restaurant to the excellent food. I will definitely remember to get coffee next time.
New to your channel. Love the quality of your. Love the way you pay attention to all the details in your meal. 🥈🥂 keep up the amazing work.
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
The emblem of the knights of the golden fleece. Used to have a few polos by Brooks Bros.
Indeed. Yeah, that symbol has an interesting history.
Once again I see one of your reviews and I get super excited! I love Keen’s and the fact that they even offer a mutton chop is so special. You have an amazing appetite - I respect a man who can really eat a hunk of meat with no regrets. You have such an advanced palate too - I love to get your take on whatever it is you’re eating. I dug that you enjoyed the escarole too! I agreed about the coffee with the dessert. Just promise that every time you go to Keens you will film it - I live vicariously through your culinary adventures!
Thank you so much for the kind words! I really appreciate it! Yeah, I always have my camera with me and for a meal at Keens, I probably will make sure to film it, since it's such a special place.
Great video once again! Thanks James!
Thank you so much!
My favorite steakhouse of all time! 😊
It's one of my favorites too!
Where does Peter Luger's stack up, James has a great video on it
One word Perfection!
Thanks for watching! That was indeed a perfect lunch!
James you should have Sparks steakhouse on your bucket lust. One of the best steakhouses in NYC, often underrated.
Thank you for the recommendation! Yeah, it is a restaurant that I'm eager to try.
Keens is a goldmine for steaks
Absolutely!
I grew up eating lamb and didn’t realize for a long time some people don’t care for it.
Yeah, to each their own.
I'm sure coordinating your outfit to your meal made it even more special!
Absolutely! The second I put on that shirt I was committed to ordering the mutton chop.
As always, a great review James. You are certainly a large cut above the crowd of restaurant reviewers. I have been to Keens but have not had the mutton. Perhaps in the future given your highly detailed review. Wishing you the very best in 2024 and beyond
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it! Yeah, their mutton chop is definitely worth a try.
“Aged lamb” hilarious. It’s like calling beef, aged calf.
I know, but unfortunately a lot of people don't know what mutton is so it's at least a relatable way to describe the meat.
I'm of Serbian ancestry on my dad's side. My mom divorced him when I was 11 years old. Prior to that, we used to go to picnics in Chicago with my dad's side. The men dug a pit, then I think they wrapped a whole lamb in a BBQ pit. I still remember how that lamb just melted in my mouth. Unfortunately, my husband will only eat ground lamb in stuffed grape leaves or in pastitsio.
Wow, that sounds like an incredible way to prepare lamb. Thanks for sharing.
@@Jamesnu- I wish I could remember it better, but I was VERY young.
I actually recently saw a video on this restaurant and thought it would be perfect if james andrews dined here. yet here we are
Yeah, I also made another video of the restaurant depicting my first visit over a year ago too.
Hi James, Thanks for this latest review. Keens is my favorite steakhouse. I agree with Mr. Wong below, you are a truly class act. Best wishes, Rich
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
I’m not going to scroll through the entirety of the comments but I didn’t see this mentioned in the first 50ish so… mutton is not “aged lamb” unless you want to get disingenuously pedantic. Mutton is the meat of a sheep. Lamb is a very young sheep. Mutton is to lamb what veal is to beef. Also I’m envious because I’ve wanted to try theirs for a long time. Glad you enjoyed it and well done finishing it!
Thank you! I defined mutton in that way since I thought it would be the simplest way to explain what it is without having to go into too much detail since what is considered to be mutton does vary from country to country.
Keen’s is absolutely my favorite steakhouse, no shade on the other steakhouses. I too, did not try the Mutton until my 5th or 6th visit. They do so many things well. My absolute favorite is the King’s Cut Prime Rib which is a gia-normous amount of meat 🥩 that looks like a dinosaur 🦕 was served. The history alone will keep you there for an hour. The atmosphere feels so relaxed, cozy, and intimate. I’m so glad you reviewed this NYC legend.
Thanks for watching! I'll definitely have to try that prime rib sometime. It sounds amazing! Keens is truly a special place!
@@Jamesnu Definitely return for the King’s cut of Prime Rib. It is the meat challenge of a life time. What’s so impressive is the fact you have a massive piece of meat and yet, perfectly I mean, Perfect uniform color. Like precision.
@@DrDetfink Nice! Yeah, I've got to go back for that!
Amazing review once again James!
Thank you so much!
The finest piece of meat I’ve ever had!!!! Love Keens!!!
Nice! It's truly a special place!
DELICIOUS on everything you had.
Have a great week!
Safe Journey!
Yellowbird Blue Agave Sriracha!!!
Thank you so much! Have a great week as well!
I love that you went for the Mutton Chop!
Yeah, I've wanted to try it ever since my first visit and I'm glad that I did.
I am from Ireland and have eaten in Keens a couple of times and indeed eating again their next week. Watching this video to get me all fired up for a great dinner! In my opinion, the steak is definitely better than the mutton.
Nice! I hope you have a great meal at Keens!
Enjoying your videos-excellent content. Keep it up!
Thank you!
As always, a wonderful & enjoyable review & presentation. Would love a review of Sparks Steakhouse at 3av & 46 st. Again, thanks for sharing!
Thank you! Yeah, I'm sure that I'll definitely get to Sparks sometime.
hey man thank you so much for your videos. they are frickin awesome und you seem like a super cool dude. greetings from vienna, austria❤
Greetings! Thank you so much for watching! I really appreciate the support!
Brother, Great Review 🙏🏼🙏🏼 Keen's Is The King Of Steak's And Mutton Chops!
Thank you so much! Indeed! Keens is a special place for meat!
Wow that looked so so good James. I love how you matched your shirt logo to the mutton lol. That was fun. That was so impressive that you finished it ALL and then ... went for the chocolate cake!!! I have to be honest. I think I would just go for 2 helpings of the cake and have the taste of mutton on the side lol ! Thanks for the review!
Haha! Yeah, that meal for me was mainly about the mutton, but that cake really was special! Thank you for watching!
watched another video on Keens mutton chop.....she loved it as well...
That doesn't surprise me. It's a really tasty chop!
I’m glad that you’re choice to wear Brooks Brothers was intentional. It was a nice Easter egg. I noticed it almost immediately, but assumed that it was coincidence.
As for the logo being disturbing, it’s a reference to The Golden Fleece from the ancient Greek tradition. So, if you think of it as a magical pelt, rather than a live animal being tortured, it’s at least mildly more palatable.
I like that view of the golden fleece! It's definitely more palatable.
So jealous...one day, one day! I have always heard "if you enjoy lamb, you'll enjoy this." I love lamb chops, but that's not the same as mutton. I am leery of trying this, being a steak guy, but I have to try this the next time I am there. Great video as always! Thank you!
Thank you so much! Absolutely! If you like lamb, then you'll probably enjoy the mutton chop. I hope that you get to try it.
James, Another stellar review showcasing a menu item many might overlook. I happen to prefer lamb over beef so Keens sounds like a great place to indulge in a new culinary adventure. I really appreciate all the ground work you do for your subscribers. Was it difficult to get a reservation? Cheers!
Thank you so much! Yeah, if you like lamb then I think that you'll really enjoy the mutton. It's not too hard to get a reservation, but I wasn't able to get a good time on short notice. I think I got my reservation about 2 weeks before.
Thank you for sharing a cool restaurant that you like.😊😊
I will be back in NYC this April and I can't wait to try the mutton chop at Keen's. I'll probably do the lunch special "taste", so I hope that's just as good. Great review as always!
Thank you so much! Yeah, the taste of mutton is definitely a great option! I hope that you enjoy it!
You must be running 100 miles per week! Great planning and coordination of clothes and meal! I wish I lived closer, as I would have gotten the mutton chopped sooner. Great c
Video!
Thank you! Haha! Yeah, it took a lot of miles to burn off that meal!
This is my favorite restaurant. They even have pipes smoked by Einstein and Roosevelt. The one by Einstein was stolen at some point. The night I was there, Jimmy Falon was there. The paintings on the walls are very artistic. Regarding Mutton chop, I asked a little overcooked to enjoy the cooked gummy meat. Don't forget to ask for free matchboxes. iconic Keen's printed matchboxes are souvenir.
It's an amazing restaurant indeed! Great tip about the matchboxes! I'll remember that for my next visit.
Looks awesome!!
It was so good!
Mutton Chop at Keens added to my Bucket list! Chewing my desk watching this!😋
Haha! It's definitely a bucket list worthy dish!
Fantastic review. That mutton looked so delicious.
Thank you! Yeah, it was a great cut of meat!
love everything about your video comentary music editing
Thank you so much!
I scanned your channel for a video of it, and couldn't find one. I would love a review for One if by Land, Two if by Sea a NYC classic. It is pretty pricey, per my research but I hear the Beef Wellington, and Chocolate Souffle are among the best. I really appreciate your video style and would enjoy your breakdown if you were to visit.
Thank you! Yeah, that's a restaurant that I would really enjoy checking out. I'm sure that I'll probably get there in the future.
Went Recently. Great place!
Nice! I'm glad that you enjoyed it!
Let's label that to the "social media creator" table!😂
I've seen a few other reviews of Keen's. Would hilarious if they were all at the same table!
Definitely!
Definitely the first ever entree and shirt pairing, LOL! When it comes to Keen's, I will always remember the No Reservations episode with Josh "Mr Cutlet's" Ozersky (RIP) and introducing Anthony to the mutton chop.
I remember that episode too! It's a shame that both of them are no longer with us.
When my older siblings (now mid 60's) mutton was the protein of choice.
Interesting.
Appreciate your 2024 review for Keens! It's great to get a good view of how much food actually comes in the plate. It looks like it would be an amazing spot to go with 1-3 friends and share the mutton chop, steak and sides to try with variety.
Did you get a reservation, or is walk in a reliable option?
Yeah, it's definitely a good restaurant to try a variety of dishes. I got a reservation, but they do take walk-ins. I'm not sure how easy it is to get a walk-in spot during dinner however.
James, you answered my main question right outta the gate. That looked most excellent and for 68 bucks, that's a darn nice portion. HNY and Cheers bro.
Thank you! Cheers and Happy New Year!
Have you tried Wolfgangs steakhouse in Tribeca yet? Love to see a video. Excellent video as usual.
Thank you! No I haven't been to that one yet, but it's a restaurant that I'll definitely visit in the future.
Awesome again ✊🏻
Thank you!
I would have to have a Bandol or Brunello with that chop! Looks stunning!
That would've been a great pairing!
I was able to make it there last week and the place was amazing, I had the porter for two which was incredible, it was a hard choice because the mutton looked so dam good too. Nice review.
Thank you! I'm glad that you had a great experience!
Always get milk with dessert!!!no matter how fancy the place is.
Milk does pair pretty well with dessert.
Loved the video! Because of your last Keens video, we ate there. Best steak we ever had and mash potatoes. Question: You had better mash potatoes somewhere else? Please do tell.
Thank you! I'm happy to hear that you guys had a good experience there! Yeah, they were definitely good potatoes, but if I remember correctly, I believe that I enjoyed the mashed potatoes at Gibsons steakhouse in Chicago a bit more.
An impressive review and an impressive piece of meat!
Thank you!
I had the Mutton! It’s absolutely delicious!
Nice! I'm glad that you enjoyed it too!
I'm from the UK, but have been to Keens a couple of times. The second was for my 50th birthday. The food, service and ambience are great. Have you tried the Hawksmoor? That's our go to steakhouse here.
I haven't been to Hawksmoor yet, but I've heard a lot of great things about it. I'll definitely try it in the future.
I will be dining there this spring for sure. I remember what Elaine said to Seinfeld "What exactly IS Mutton?" Jerry "I don;t know and I wasn't about to find out" .
Haha! I forgot about that one.
Another nice thing about Keen's is that allow you to bring your bottle of wine (corkage.)
I didn't know that. Nice!
Have you tries Craft or Minetta Tavern? Both excellent as well.@@Jamesnu
@@johnclancy6212 I've been to Minetta Tavern and really enjoyed it, but haven't tried Craft yet. I'll definitely go there in the future.
Excellent review, as always! Do I spot a Seiko SKX009? I have the 007 version and it's my favorite everyday timepiece.
Thank you! Good eye! You're right and it's definitely my favorite everyday watch.
I'm from New Jersey and every three week I like to come in to the city and enjoy a great restaurant 😋wow not bad for the price...
Indeed! While Keens is costly, it's still pretty fair compared to other steakhouses in the city.
Well I don't mind treating myself 😊
Great review! The Keen's mutton chop is one of my favorite dishes in New York, but you should know that it's not actually mutton - It's an extra-thick double saddle of lamb. They made the switch years ago probably because mutton is REALLY gamey and not to most modern tastes. Next time you go try to get a seat upstairs, as every room in the restaurant has a different vibe. Finally, try the coffee cantata for dessert!
Thanks for the info! Yeah, I've heard that the cut is on the younger side. Absolutely, there are rooms in the restaurant that I haven't even seen yet that look amazing!
Lived in the city for 15 years and have yet to try Keen's. Been to Luger once (overrated) and love St. Anselm in BK, but the history here looks awesome! Thanks for the video.
Thanks for watching! Keens is definitely worth trying!
I love your food videos, however I am very interested in your watch collection. Would you do a video on your watches in the future?
Thank you! Yeah, I love watches. I might try to put more of a spotlight on them in future videos.
Impressed you finished that. I almost did last time i was there. I like their filet too. Porterhouse is just good... won't blow you away if you're a steak snob lol
Thanks for watching! I'll definitely have to try their filet sometime.
Love your reviews I would have asked for a doggie bag and brought the bone home and enjoyed it
Thank you so much! I really appreciate it!
Love Keens
Me too!
Using the government’s inflation calculator, $11.25 in 1976 is now $63.10. So today’s cost of $68 for the dinner is relatively close to what it was in 1976.
Nice! That's good to know!
damn, that looks amazing, I've never had lamb or mutton... but i'd happily try this
It was so good! It's definitely worth trying!
I got nuthin on that mutton, lol, excellent vid!
Thank you so much!
What a nice meal... ❤
It was excellent!
Really enjoyed this...makes me want to go there too 🙂
Thanks for watching!
Just curious if you're full-time CZcams yet or if you have another job too. I can see your channel blowing up as your quality is really entertaining.@@Jamesnu
@@MikeFromMaine Thank you! I have a full-time job, but I still put a lot of time and effort into CZcams.
Yes I hope you're able to full-time with it. Great work.@@Jamesnu
@@MikeFromMaine Thank you!
Great video as always, James!
Thank you so much!
Mutton is a typically European dish. Not popular in the States. At times it can be “gamey” if not properly prepared. In the hands of an experienced and accomplished chef it can be “heaven on earth”. Americans avoid it but don’t know what they’re missing. Your video today demonstrated that clearly. Good work James.
Historical restaurants have time to perfect they dish!
Thank you! Yeah, after experiencing how tasty the dish was, it's a shame that it's not more commonly found in the US.
Never had mutton but it sure looked good and lol you ate every last bite! Now I would definitely go for that dessert looked amazing!! 😎
Yeah, I partly wasn't sure exactly what to expect with the mutton, but it was very good and that cake was the perfect finish!
@@Jamesnu For sure, I would like to see you do some seafood places when you feel like eating 🦞
@@sandib4234 I definitely have some seafood places in mind.
Cool look forward then!!@@Jamesnu
Kudos for conquering the Matterhorn of meat!
Thank you!
James, another great review of an iconic Manhattan power eatery!
Does Keene’s now take credit cards, or do they remain cash only (or a debit card)?
Thank you so much! Yeah, while the restaurant may look old fashioned they thankfully take credit cards.
He has a death grip on the fork! 😂😂😂
Definitely! I needed that fork to eat that mutton.
It's crazy mutton is so expensive, as a sheep producer we get $2.25 or less for prime lamb, mutton is a give away, mostly used for dog food
Yeah, that's crazy how much of a premium restaurants put on their products, but at the end of the day, it was a great piece of meat.