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Steakhouses have joined the new millennium, and Fleming’s is at the forefront with an impressive menu of American prime beef selections plus seafood and non-steak selections to please every palate. If you have a hankering for a juicy, high-quality steak, Fleming’s won’t disappoint. It’s an unforgettable dining experience, one that should be enjoyed on that special occasion — like Mother’s Day, Father’s Day, a birthday or anniversary — or if you just feel like pampering yourself. ▲
one. Despite being packed with hot liquid chocolate goodness, the cake itself didn't get soggy. It was perfectly prepared and accompanied by a vanilla-pistachio ice cream in a pastry cup and served with a small bowl of Chantilly cream that complements the dark chocolate deliciously. Another excellent dessert is the gorgeously fluffy cheesecake, a classic New York style on a graham cracker crust, served with blueberry sauce and white chocolate shavings.
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overpowered the taste of the meat. The sides are excellent, but they’re extra. Make no mistake … Fleming’s is fine dining, so be prepared to throw down some cash. Fortunately, sides are big enough to share. We liked the Fleming's potatoes with jalapeños and cheddar, sautéed spinach, and the chipotle cheddar macaroni and cheese. The double-thick pork rib chop is very delicious, simply prepared, and flattered by a julienne of apples and jicama, apple cider and a Creole-mustard glaze. Noncarnivorous sorts may opt for Australian lobster tails or tuna mignon with tomatosherry vinaigrette. Fleming's prides itself on its wine program. The wine list includes hard-tofind American boutique wines as well as national and international labels; as many as 100 are available by the glass, and there's an 80-label reserve list. To make the experience more interactive, Fleming’s in Chandler unveiled a new iPad that displays the wine list. It’s very cool and already a favorite with patrons. For dessert we shared the chocolate lava cake. Wow! Of all the chocolate lava cakes I've had, this was by far the best
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