Reviews

Overall Total Score
4.4 out of 5
Impressive | 977 reviews

What User likes about The Half Nelson:
Nelson is my favorite restaurant. It's a bit pricier than my usual choice for a casual dinner, but I like to treat myself to it once a month. I usually go for the pecan chicken, but on my birthday, I decided to try the steak and lobster, and I was not disappointed. The drinks are fantastic, the steak flatbread is the best appetizer, and the crème brûlée dessert was amazing! I also appreciate the option to make reserv... View all feedback. What User doesn't like about The Half Nelson:
The good food in this restaurant and bar is quite diminished by the extremely poor acoustics. It is not a restaurant to consider if you want to have a conversation with 4 table partners. The garlic salad is the best in the area served in a chilled bowl with crispy greens. The flat bread and risotto is a nice offering. Simply, 1/2 Nelson needs large area rugs on all hard floors and some wall and ceiling acoustical tre... View all feedback.

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Menulist
4.6 ★ from 5 reviews

The Half Nelson provides an extraordinary experience! From the classy atmosphere to the genuinely superb staff, this place elevates downtown and creates an incr...

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Delicious . We went there last night to celebrate our 8 year anniversary. Oh yum. The drinks were one point, appetizers were amazing and our entries were just a...

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I cannot say enough wonderful things about this restaurant! I had the best scallop capellini ever! The Crab Binet as the appetizer is a must! Our waitress was f...

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for a company to come together and drive from peoria. was definitiw the journey worth. the food was excellent. the menu is not big and I really appreciate it. i...

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First visit to The Half Nelson. Very nice and clean establishment. Our server was excellent. I ordered the salmon and my wife ordered the shrimp and grits. Our...

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Restaurantji
4.4 ★ from 204 reviews
Hannah
25.10.2023 - 18:53

Whenever someone is visiting from out of town I always recommend Half Nelson. I've never had food that compares! You can tell everyone on the staff team cares a...

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The good food in this restaurant and bar is quite diminished by the extremely poor acoustics. It is not a restaurant to consider if you want to have a conversat...

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Janani
25.10.2023 - 18:53

The ambience was nice and cozy. However on entering the airport we had to wait for 15 minutes at the door before walking in to find someone and ask for us to be...

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Veronica
25.10.2023 - 18:53

My husband and I went in to get a beer and an appetizer. We were met with a friendly face and seated quickly. We requested to sit outside. The waiter, Jeremy wa...

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Steen
25.10.2023 - 18:53

I wish I could give this 5 stars but I can't say the restaurant lived up to some of the hype I was hearing. I had a lovely cocktail to start but then I was serv...

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INT Restaurants
4.4 ★ from 498 reviews

Ate there for a company get together and had to drive from Peoria. Was definitely worth the drive. The food was excellent. The menu isn't large and I can actual...

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Half Nelson is my go-to restaurant for special occasions. While it's a bit more upscale and pricier than my usual casual dining spots, it's a must-visit at leas...

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kailiang
07.09.2023 - 04:43

The restaurant is situated in the downtown area, right by the river. The service is prompt and attentive. The decor is elegant, featuring wood trim and stone ta...

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Keith
07.09.2023 - 04:43

The scallops were exquisite, and the ambiance was ideal for a fine dining experience. Our server was attentive and knowledgeable about the menu options. I would...

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