On Tap
The Keg is more than just a steakhouse.
Want to enjoy a Keg with friends — even family? Menus are constant at all locations — fine cuts of steaks, prime rib, seafood, starters, desserts and a good spirits selection — served in pleasant atmospheres by hospitable, knowledgeable wait staff.
This month’s featured dish is courtesy of The Keg Steakhouse and Bar. Tender New York striploin. The King of steaks. Hand-carved and served with a baked potato.
“Quality, comfort and value are three key ingredients that make The Keg Steakhouse & Bar experience like no other,” says Steve Ova, general manager in Chandler location, which opened in November 2003. The Tempe and Gilbert locations debuted, respectively, in March and October 2008.
Owned by David Aisenstat, the restaurant group was founded in Vancouver, Canada, in 1971 and now operates 102 restaurants, about evenly divided between corporate stores and franchise locations. The four Phoenix locations are among 17 locations in the United States, including Texas, Colorado, Florida and Washington.
Although The Keg is primarily a steakhouse, you and your group will enjoy a wide variety of offerings. Starters include some interesting originals such as the Tempura Snap Peas & Asparagus; Baked Garlic Shrimp; and Scallops & Bacon. Of course, you can also enjoy a traditional French Onion Soup as well as side salads such as Spinach and Keg Caesar and Entrée Salads such as the Top Sirloin with a full steak cooked to order.
All New York striploins and sirloins are aged 28 days, and all steaks are cooked with a proprietary blend of seasonings. You can order from Blue Rare to Chicago to make sure it’s just right. Choose from steaks such as the Top Sirloin, naturally cooked, or in teriyaki sauce; a Filet topped with Applewood bacon; the Sirloin Oscar, with shrimp, scallops, asparagus and Béarnaise; or a classic 10-ounce Prime Rib, served daily. Enjoy, too, traditional offerings such as a Rib Steak and Filet Mignon. Seafood, chicken and ribs dishes are also plentiful — as are combinations for creative dining.
Good food combines with comfortable settings. Dining rooms offer tables and booths — equally enjoyable for dinner for two or the family.
“The Chandler Keg is a great place to meet friends before or after shopping,” Steve says. “You’ll love the rich wood accents in our bar and the comfortable and contemporary feel of our dining room.”
Adds the Gilbert Keg general manager, Sheri Ova: “Our stunning patio sits over looking the entire shopping complex. Sitting by the patio fireplace and people watching is a great way to enjoy dinner.”
The Keg also offer specials: The Lobster Summer menu, June 15 to August 23, will showcase items such as a Lobster Gratinée starter — with garlic, herbs and melted Monterey Jack and Cheddar cheeses. Entrées include a two-pound Whole Atlantic Lobster; a Steak & Half Lobster; the Seafood Sirloin — with garlic sautéed shrimp, lobster and asparagus; and Grilled Chicken & Seafood.
Each location features Happy Hour, Monday through Friday from 4 to 6 p.m., with half price on all bottled and draft beers and wines by the glass and complimentary bar snacks. For the more sprituously inclined, try the signature Grand Margarita or Orange Slice Martini.
“The Keg is the perfect place to enjoy a fabulous dinner date, or cocktails with friends or co-workers,” says Doug Smith, the Keg’s director of operations. “Guests who come to visit us in Chandler, Gilbert, or our other Arizona locations will be thrilled with The Keg’s upscale casual atmosphere, delicious steaks and seafood and friendly, professional service.”
Written by David M. Brown
