Li'l Abner's Steakhouse
8501 N Silverbell Rd, Tucson
(520) 744-2800
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Went with my wife last Sunday- thinking that the prices promise equal or higher value in return (the secret of successful business). The beans were served in a big bowl 15 minutes before the steak- with one spoon. Don't know if they were supposed to be consumed with the steak? or before? So, we shared the spoon and the beans before the steaks arrived. I had T-Bone priced 48.00! Supposed to be 1 pound according to the menu. On arrival, it was paper thin! - for sure about half of a pound- if that. I have to say "hats up to the cook"! I could never cook a piece that thin to medium rare, but he did! About the ambience that looks attractive at first glance: 10 little kids running around screaming the whole time while we were trying to enjoy a fairly high priced dinner that did not meet our expectation of price = value (at least) at all. The place is very well staffed- they just have to figure out how to spread more evenly to serve their guests more sufficiently. Three people showing up at the table within 3 minutes for the same purpose- and then 20 minutes of no service. All of that after a "family business" has been there for generations? Come on!
Great service and like the big patio will be back for sure .
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steak & Ribs Heaven – A Memorable Evening
We had dinner here recently and went for the steak and ribs — both were outstanding. The steak was cooked exactly to our liking, juicy and tender, with great char and flavor. The ribs were fall-off-the-bone soft, richly seasoned, and the glaze added just the right balance of sweet and smoky.
The setting is warm and inviting, perfect for a relaxed evening out. The staff were friendly, attentive, and clearly took pride in their offerings. Services between courses felt well-timed, letting us enjoy our meal without feeling rushed.
Portions were generous, and the prices were fair for the quality of food and level of service. If you appreciate hearty, well-prepared meat dishes, this place delivers.
💡 Tip: Pair your ribs with a side of roasted vegetables or mashed potatoes for a full comfort meal. Arriving somewhat early helps avoid peak-time crowds.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
The whole family loved it! Drove from Buckeye to try this place. The staff, the food, and the atmosphere is all superb. The steaks cooked to perfection, my son in law said his beef ribs were fall off the bone delicious and beans had great flavor. I highly recommend this place!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Had to try it. Food and service a 2. Service and food took forever. Potato wedges dry no butter. I had MR Sirlon came out rare ( purple). My husband ordered the porterhouse MR ( 45.00 cut) it was less than a inch thick came out well done. Had to wait for beans ( which were Luke warn...extra bowl had water in it..yuck
Applebee's is better than this place
Atmosphere: 2
Food: 2
Service: 2
I don’t usually write reviews but I kind of felt the need to here… I had just the weirdest experience here my server Nicki was so odd and spacey we honestly think she was drunk or something. She kinda just creeped us out every time she came to the table and was pretty slow overall just a weird night we thought we were getting punked or something waiting for the cameras to come out. Food was great though and band was excellent I would totally recommend this place just a weird night for us.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 1
Had the half chicken it had really food flavor but was a bit dry, service was ok they weren’t that busy we waited a long time for server to take the order, atmosphere is awesome, place has a lot of character. Would deff come back
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 4
Service: 4
We love lil abners. We stop in at least 2 times a month. The service is great, Especially sitting at the bar top. We have been in during busy times and slow times, steaks are always good anytime.
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Amazing! Worth every penny!
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Steak was way overcooked and salmon had too much seasoning and was dry. Waitstaff was very attentive and pleasant.
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 2
Service: 4
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I would love to tell you that we had a delicious anniversary dinner and we can’t wait to come back. But I can’t. This place is not close to us, but we wanted to go as we have been regular patrons at Daisy Mae’s for almost 2 decades. We made reservations, the very nice hostess seated us and we were quickly greeted by our server who took our orders, brought our salads and promptly forgot us, completely. We were passed by our server several times, she made no contact regarding our food. Another server asked us if we need something and we said it would be nice to have our food. We watched as everyone around us arrived, ate and was entertained by our server. Incredibly disappointing. We left and went to Daisy Mae’s and had a great meal and great service. Lesson learned.
Service: 1
Delicious steaks, no other place like it. Totally casual with indoor and outdoor seating. Everything is cooked outside on a mesquite grill. Red beans and garlic toast serve family style along with the food. He also have very good ribs, chicken and burgers
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
Recommended dishes: Beef Ribs Full Rack Market Price Half Rack, Garlic Toast, Baked Potato, Petite Filet, Steak and Potato, Bone-In Ribeye, Steaks on the Grill
Food was amazing but my server Nikki was very slow and forgetful and even outright rude to me. She was killing flies right next to my food! Not cool! Dont think ill be coming back, maybe its better to get a to go order from this place...
Atmosphere: 3
Food: 5
Service: 1
Food was very good. It’s an old stagecoach stop converted . Great western ambience. Friendly staff
Atmosphere: 4
Food: 4
Service: 4
Beef ribs always on point
Atmosphere: 5
Food: 5
Service: 5
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