I am very excited to tell you about the new Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and wine bar in Pasadena (California), especially since they’ve given me a $100 gift card to give to one of YOU! (Gift card is redeemable at any Fleming’s location.) UPDATE: Giveaway has ended.
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Disclosure: Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse Pasadena hosted me for a pre-opening event provided me with a $100 for me and for a reader giveaway. All opinions are my own, and there was no expectation for a positive review.
photo courtesy of Fleming’s by Cynthia Halverson
Since they opened in mid October, I’ve had the pleasure of dining at the Pasadena location, but have also been to another Fleming’s location in El Segundo, CA. Everyone at the Pasadena restaurant were treated like VIPs, but as I’ve learned, this is just how Fleming’s treats all of their guests! As a reader commented on one of the photos I shared on Facebook, Fleming’s is a place she and her husband return to again and again because they are always treated like family. It’s very easy to see when standards have been set so high.
Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar in Pasadena, CA
My friend, Cynthia, from What a Girl Eats, and her husband, Spencer, celebrated their anniversary (I remember because it’s the same day as my birthday!) at Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse and Wine Bar in Pasadena last month. She’s still talking about it, and you can read her review here.
Let me tell you a little about my experience at Fleming’s in Pasadena, then I’m going to share a Turkey Fried Rice recipe from Fleming’s own Chef Russell (perfect for that leftover Thanksgiving turkey).
From the moment we arrived, we could tell the evening was going to go well. I arrived with my friend, Marie, and after taking some fun photos with a polaroid camera which was set up, we were invited to join everyone else inside the bar or enjoy the lovely patio area outside. My friend, Cathy and her husband were already at the bar, so we joined them. We all loved one of the appetizers so much, Cathy shared the recipe for Fleming’s Maple Glazed Slab-Cut Bacon.
Photo courtesy from Cathy Arkle at She Paused 4 Thought
There was a chilled seafood buffet, Sangria bar and lots of passing appetizers which we enjoyed with our cocktails. After hearing from the new owners and other Fleming’s staff, we were invited to go “wine tasting” with their 100 wines by the glass! Can you imagine? If you go to Fleming’s you can choose from 100 wines on their iPad app. If you can’t find something that appeals to you, or are too overwhelmed don’t hesitate to ask. That’s why Fleming’s staff is there, to assist you.
After the wine tasting, we were seated in the elegant dining room for a three course meal which began with a choice of salads. I chose the Fleming’s Salad: candied walnuts, dried cranberries, tomatoes, onions, herbed crostini, lemon vinaigrette which was very good. Others chose the New Wedge Salad and all I heard was how good it was.
Afternoon Tea at The Langham in Pasadena, CA
Next, we choose our entree and everyone at our table decided on some cut of steak, filet mignon, ribeye or NY strip steak. The side dishes came family style, and I have to say, my favorite by far was the Fleming’s Potatoes. Apparently, this is their house specialty with cream, jalapeños and cheddar cheese!
photo courtesy of Flemings by Cynthia Halverson
Everyone enjoyed the steak they’d chosen, and we had a lovely dinner together with two other guests we met at our table. Fleming’s offers lots of options on their steaks, such as rubs and steak companions like truffle-poached lobster and diablo shrimp.
photo courtesy of Flemings by Cynthia Halverson
We had a choice of desserts to finish off our elegant meal, classics like crème brûlée, carrot cake and walnut turtle pie were served. The consensus was that we couldn’t eat another bite at the end of our meal! We were all very full, and even took some doggie bags home.
The wait staff and managers had done an excellent job in taking care of us and nothing was amiss. I have already recommended Fleming’s to many friends since they opened. I am also quite sure those friends will be recommending it to their friends, too! Too bad Marie and I didn’t enjoy ourselves, as you can see in the following picture!
Here’s a tip: you can become a member of Fleming’s DINE REWARDS which offers 50% after every 4th visit!
If you have never been to Fleming’s, enter the giveaway below for a chance to win a $100 gift card. And if you’ve already been to a Fleming’s restaurant, there’s no need for me to encourage you to enter as you already know how wonderful they are. Before we get to the giveaway, let me share this tasty recipe for Turkey Fried rice from Chef Russell of Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse.
As you can see from the photos, I made the recipe myself before posting it for you. The only thing I personally would omit is the Worcestershire sauce. The flavor didn’t seem to blend with the Asian style of the dish, so I’ll just replace it with more soy sauce next time. Give it a try and let me know what you think.
It’s such a quick and easy recipe to make with leftover turkey after Thanksgiving, and won’t taste like a “leftover” meal! You can even use chicken or tofu in place of the turkey!
Fleming’s Leftover Turkey Fried Rice
Fleming's Turkey Fried Rice
Ingredients
Instructions
Nutrition Information:
Yield:
4
Serving Size:
1 bowl
Amount Per Serving:Calories: 203 Total Fat: 9g Carbohydrates: 20g Protein: 9g
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CONGRATULATIONS TO TERESA R. FROM BLOOMFIELD HILLS, MI WHO WON THE $100 GIVEAWAY!!
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I’ve never been, but have been wanting to try it. It’s highly recommended by a friend – she says it’s her favorite restaurant. That definitely makes me want to visit.
Well then, good luck to you, Annette!!
I’m excited to try a surf and turf dinner.
Very good place to have one, Steve! Good luck!
The food! I love a well cooked steak.
Excellent! Good luck, Elle!
Why wouldn’t I want to go?! Sounds amazing!!
Good question!! And good luck to you, Debbie :)
Beautiful food and ambiance!
Great reasons to go, Maria!
I have never been but after seeing the steaks, I would definitely say that is one reason that I want to go
Very good, Tabathia-I think you’d love it!
I hear Fleming’s has a fabulous Happy Hour. They call it the 567 from 5pm to 7pm and all appetizers are $7. With the gift card I can have a really happy party :-)
They do, but appetizers start at $6! Even better! Good luck, Marie!
As a broke college student, this would be really nice!
I bet, Tara! Good luck!
the steak looks absolutely amazing
I wish I didn’t live so far away to try this place (and the giveaway) – it looks fabulous, Christina! But that turkey dish does look a deliciously tasty way to use up any leftover turkey.
I know, thank you, Jill!
the wine bar sounds amazing and it sounds like they have a great selection
It is and they do, Linda! Good luck!
Their steaks, of course entice me — but I absolutely love their Barbeque Scottish Salmon fillet!
Oooh, that sounds lovely, Carolsue! Good luck!!
What entices me the most is the food. I have only been there a couple of times and the steak is to die for
Wonderful! Lot of luck, Melissa!
I want to try their steaks. I have never visited before
Wonderful, best of luck to you, Elena!
A visit to a Fleming’s Steakhouse entices me because it reminds me how food is more than just a resource necessary to survive. Food is an art, and at an establishment of such quality as a Fleming’s steakhouse, everyone is passionate about food. Food has become under-appreciated in our culture today, but luckily there are still a few fine restaurants who are as passionate about food as I am. I hope to win the $100 gift card and use it at the Providence, RI location!
Jeremy, I sooo agree with all your points! Good luck to you in the giveaway!!
I want to eat at Fleming’s because the food seems to be well-done, simple, and good. It’s difficult to find a restaurant where I can guarantee to myself and guests that the food will come out consistently delicious without breaking the bank. I see Fleming’s as an institution with a great comforting atmosphere, a place to enjoy a meal with friends.
And you would be correct, Justin! Best of luck to you!
Food looks awesome!
It is, Suraj!! Good luck!
As I don’t eat beef, their potatoes look amazing! With a glass of wine :) I have never been to Flemings but my family loves it! Thanks Christina!
They have other dinner options besides beef, Laurie. The potatoes are fab!! Good luck!
Love the recipe Christina! Hoping to bring this one back for Georgetown Ultimate!
That would be awesome! Good luck, Matthew!
I love the setting and the salad choices
Lots of luck, Lauren!
What entices me the most to try the Fleming’s Potatoes. They look so good!
They ARE incredibly good, Ashley! Good luck!
A wonderful restaurant for celebrating any special occassion!
Fleming’s is up there on my list of all-time favorite restaurants for celebrating a special occassion. Would love to take my daughter for her favorite meal (ribeye!) for her birthday at the end of the month!
Sounds like a lovely idea! Good luck, Rachel!
Flemings champagne Brie spread they serve with their bread is over the top delicious! They offer a variety of yummy menu options and a wonderful weekend brunch menu too!
Oh my, I haven’t tried the spread, but it does sound wonderful! Good luck, Alissa!
I have never been to a steakhouse and have never tried steak since meat is a luxury where I grew up but I’m turning 30 next month and would love to try this and have a new experience :) Thank you for the opportunity.
Well, best of luck to you, Clara!!
Giving Dad a treat – top notch customer service.
Great! Good luck, Nancy!
Filet and Pino Noir. Yes please.
Very good reasons to go, Angela! Good luck!
I’ve never been there but I could drive there and find out with a gift card
You could, but what is it that entices you to go most, Nancy?
The reputation of the Flemmings potato recipe is famous and I so look forward to trying them first hand. And looks like you had a blast. So fun! And that looks like a great leftover turkey dish. Good one!
Yes, Leslie! We had so much fun that night! I understand why the potato recipe is so famous! It was so tasty! Good luck!
Ribeye. Filet mignon. New York cut. In that order.
I can see you are a real steak lover, Warren! Good luck!
I have never been to Fleming’s but there is one by my house and I’d love to try it.
That’s great, Molly! Good luck!
The Steak House, Flemings has an amazing following for the Steaks and we’ve always enjoy a good cut. You must have really had a wonderful time here, thank you for this contest!
Great! Good luck to you, Jennifer!
I have to say there is nothing about Flemings that I don’t like. You covered the evening so well. I can’t wait to go back really soon. The turkey fried rice is a great way to use leftover turkey from Thanksgiving.
Thanks, Cathy! Yes, the recipe is super easy and very tasty!
Uhm. Yummmmm! I loved eating here in Az. The thing that entices me the most is getting steak done oscar style. Mu favorite.
Great! Good luck, Alexandra!
I am a third generation Pasadena native so sometimes return to visit family there.
Flemings will definitely be on the top of the list the next time I’m there.
Love to hear it, James! Pasadena is a great place to visit no matter whether you are coming to see family or to be a tourist! Great city! Good luck!
What a great post telling us about this restaurant. You described everything to inspire me to check it out whether I win or not. Those potatoes sound delicious and that steak has me eager to have one. Thank you.
Great, Mary Beth! Good luck to you!! :)
We have a Fleming’s at the corner (4 minute walk if we are lolligagging) but have not had their TFR. Unfortunately, they use garlic in almost EVERYthing so usually I can have a plain steak, which is pretty amazing.
Oh dear! Yes, for most of us, garlic in everything sounds fabulous, but not if you are allergic to it! Glad they can make you a plain steak, though! Lots of luck, David!
Have heard great things about the food at Flemings. There is one located in the large city somewhat near to me.
Awesome, Judy! Good luck!