Review: Every Gordon Ramsay Restaurant in Atlantic City, Ranked

Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill has two locations, one in Las Vegas and one in Atlantic City.

Located inside Caesars, the restaurant sits directly across from the iconic coin fountain and is framed by towering Grecian pillars more reminiscent of the Parthenon than a classic British pub.

With Gordon Ramsay’s star power and reputation as one of Britain’s most famous culinary exports, my friend and I walked in with high expectations.

The restaurant is split into three main sections: a dining area with booths and tables overlooking the Caesars lobby, a lively bar, and a quieter side room with more secluded booths.

The bar was the busiest out of all the dining rooms — it was nearly full with people grabbing a drink or a light appetizer.

The main dining room embodied the British pub theme, with a Buckingham Palace mural and royal guard silhouettes flanking the red booths.

Of all Ramsay’s Atlantic City spots, this one embraced the British theme the most.

Many of the signature cocktails embraced the British theme, sporting names like “Mind the Gap” and “Lost in Great Britain.”

We tried both. I ordered the Lost in Great Britain ($17.99), and thought my cocktail was light and refreshing, with a slight tartness from the blackberry syrup.

My friend thought the Mind the Gap ($17.99) was fruity, thanks to the passion fruit juice, without being overly sweet. Both cocktails were also presented beautifully in stylish glasses.

The Buffalo cauliflower ($17.99) arrived in a generous portion with a side of blue cheese dressing for dipping. A clever twist on classic Buffalo wings, the cauliflower was fried to golden perfection in a light tempura batter.

The spicy Buffalo sauce hit just the right note, tempered by creamy blue cheese crumbles, while an extra tangy side of blue cheese added another punch of flavor.

Bold, balanced, and downright addictive, it was more than enough for two, yet we couldn’t help wishing there was just a little more. We practically licked the plate clean.

Topped with anchovies and Parmesan crisps, the Caesar salad ($18.99) did the job, but it wasn’t the best I’ve ever had.

The salad was smaller than expected, and we also thought it was a tad overdressed. The dressing itself was flavorful, perfectly cheesy, and tangy — there was simply too much of it.

We also thought the price was a little high. We’ve had better Caesar salads at regular chain restaurants.

The chicken Milanese ($34.99) was served with Dijon cream sauce, gruyère cheese, arugula, and a grain mustard vinaigrette.

My friend admitted the dish was simple, but called it “phenomenal” and one of the best chicken meals she’s ever had at a chain restaurant.

She said the mustard vinaigrette added a delicious tart flavor to the juicy chicken breast, and the arugula was well-dressed without being too soggy.

The baked mac and cheese ($15.99) was served in a red ramekin, in keeping with the pub’s British theme.

The mac and cheese is made with cellentani pasta and English Farmhouse cheddar, the same cheese used on my burger.

It was rich and flavorful, and the smattering of breadcrumbs and chives on top of the mac and cheese enhanced the cheese sauce’s flavor.

The portion was generous enough for a side dish, but the price felt a bit steep. It was fine for sharing as a snack on the side, but not substantial enough to serve as a full entrée.

With tip and tax, the total cost of our meal came to $181.42 for two entrées, two appetizers, a side dish, and two cocktails.

The standouts from the meal included the mouthwatering Buffalo cauliflower appetizer, the mac and cheese, and my friend’s chicken Milanese entrée.

However, it was hard to get past the less-than-flavorful burger and the overdressed Caesar salad. For a chain restaurant, it was fine. But we weren’t paying chain-restaurant prices — therefore, we expected more from the meal.

If I were to dine here again, I’d probably go for a more exciting burger or one of the signature British dishes, like the fish and chips of beef Wellington.

The restaurant was located on the second floor of Harrah’s Resort and was easy enough to spot thanks to the multiple neon signs outside the main entrance.

Gordon Ramsay Steak has seven locations: Las Vegas, Atlantic City, Vancouver, Baltimore, and Kansas City, Missouri, plus Westlake, Louisiana, and Elizabeth, Indiana.

Just past the hostess stand, we were greeted by an accent wall painted with a Union Jack that led to the main dining room.

The dining room had a mix of regular chairs, high-backed chairs, and comfortable leather booths. We were seated at a booth, so our party of two had plenty of room to spread out.

The dining room struck a cozy yet modern balance, with muted greens and blues, pops of red, leather seating, and candles on the tables for ambient lighting.

However, the dining room was a little quiet. It didn’t have that buzzy, energetic feel we got at Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill or Hell’s Kitchen.

The rolls arrived warm with a light sprinkle of salt, and the butter was perfectly soft for spreading.

The bread was a welcome first course to tide us over before our appetizers and mains arrived.

He explained that the beef tartare ($30) was smoked to add even more dynamic flavor to the dish.

The tartare was made with lemon zest, red onion, capers, and a quail egg yolk, and served with Yukon Gold potato chips.

The egg yolk was perfectly creamy, and the beef tartare itself was absolutely packed with flavor. It might have been the best tartare I’ve ever had — and I’ve eaten the dish in France multiple times.

We were impressed by this appetizer, even though the price felt a little high.

We also thought that while the potato chips added a balanced textural element to the dish, they felt slightly low-brow to pair with the tartare in an otherwise more elevated restaurant.

The market wedge salad ($18) came with two heads of baby iceberg lettuce drenched in deliciously creamy Stilton blue cheese dressing and topped with red onion slices.

The salad’s crisp iceberg lettuce, smoky bacon, heirloom tomatoes, and English cucumber delivered bright yet savory flavor.

A tangy, punchy blue cheese dressing brought it all together. For blue cheese lovers, this salad is a must-order.

The pan-seared branzino ($59) was served with rock shrimp, artichokes, Kalamata olives, shaved fennel, sundried tomatoes, and lemon broth.

The fish had perfectly crispy skin and tender flesh, resting on a stew-like base that could be eaten with a spoon. My friend called it a “Mediterranean flavor ecosystem” — it was satisfying without feeling heavy.

After tax and tip, our bill at Gordon Ramsay Steak came to $320 for two appetizers, two entrées, and four cocktails.

Standouts from the meal included the wedge salad, the cocktails, and the steak tartare. While we enjoyed our entrées, we felt they were a little overpriced.

The atmosphere struck a good balance between looking like a classic steakhouse and paying homage to Gordon Ramsay. However, it lacked a buzzy, energetic atmosphere that would have made the experience more fun.

The restaurant was located off the main casino floor inside Caesars Atlantic City.

Hell’s Kitchen is arguably Ramsay’s most famous restaurant concept, and his Las Vegas location is the main stage of his hit TV show.

There are seven Hell’s Kitchen locations in the US, including restaurants in Las Vegas, Atlantic City, Miami, Lake Tahoe, Washington, DC, Mashantucket, Connecticut, and Valley Center, California.

Along one of the back walls were framed portraits of past “Hell’s Kitchen” winners, as well as TV screens playing key moments from the show. I felt like I had been transported into an episode.

The main dining area was decorated with tasteful homages to the theme: pitchforks adorning the chef’s counter, playful yet sophisticated murals of red and blue flames, and plenty of ambient overhead lighting that cast a dim glow over the restaurant.

Like in the show, diners can watch dishes being prepared right in front of them.

When I wandered over to where servers were picking up dishes, I was pleasantly surprised by how willing they were to let me observe.

As each dish came out of the oven, piping hot and ready to plate, the servers didn’t just let me take photos — they encouraged it.

One of the servers explained that while Ramsay’s own methods and recipes do influence the restaurant, it runs relatively independently.

The menus are designed to cater to each city’s varying clientele, from Atlantic City to Miami. He said that the standards for servers, who are trained for three months, are “super high.”

I found myself lingering by the chef’s kitchen, watching the final touches being added and hearing the sounds of Ramsay’s most famous restaurant coming together in perfect harmony.

It was hands-down the most interactive and engaging dining experience I had during my trip to Atlantic City, making me feel like I was part of the action rather than just a guest.

I ordered the Pitchfork in Paradise ($18.99), which was made with Casamigos jalapeño tequila, pineapple, and passionfruit and rimmed with Tajin. It was a play on a classic spicy margarita that I thought was refreshing yet bold.

My friend ordered the Dragon’s Passion ($18.99), made with Stoli vanilla vodka, passionfruit, pomegranate juice, and lime. We were both impressed by the presentation of the tiki-like drink, and she thought it tasted perfectly sweet.

We both wanted to save room for our main courses, so we opted for just one appetizer to share. The Caesar salad ($18.99) was the same price as the one from the pub, but we much preferred it.

It didn’t come topped with anchovies, but the portion of salad was much larger, as was the serving of crunchy Parmesan crisps garnishing the salad. The croutons given with the salad were also larger and looked more housemade than the ones at Gordon Ramsay Pub & Grill.

The creamy and savory dressing coated every lettuce leaf without overdressing the salad, which was our problem with the other Caesar.

The chicken scallopini ($38.99) was served with roasted peewee potatoes, artichokes, Lacinato kale, and truffle chicken jus. She said it was delightfully crispy while still retaining its moisture.

She also remarked that the truffle flavor really came through, creating a more dynamic base for the potatoes and soft kale.

Due to its complexity, Ramsay often considers beef Wellington the ultimate test for chefs on his various cooking shows.

At Hell’s Kitchen, the Wellington ($71.99) is served with potato purée, root vegetables, and a red wine demi-glace. When it arrived at the table, the dish was already cut in half, allowing me to immediately spot the perfectly medium-rare beef within the layers of pastry.

I could tell why this is Ramsay’s most famous dish: It was delicious.

The beef was melt-in-your-mouth tender, while the creamy potatoes perfectly mopped up the savory demi-glace. It tasted like elevated comfort food — homey enough for a Sunday roast at home, but gourmet enough to be deserving of a fine-dining restaurant.

With tax and tip, our meal came to $210.22 for two cocktails, one appetizer, and two entrées.

Though we ordered less food than at the other restaurants, we both left feeling more than satisfied and felt it was excellent value for a special night out. Between the energetic atmosphere and engaging staff, we had the most fun at Hell’s Kitchen out of all three restaurants.

The food also left little to be desired. Both of our entrées were made to near perfection, and the salad was the best out of the three we had in Atlantic City.

If you’re a fan of Gordon Ramsay and his media empire, the restaurant also delivered on that front. We really felt like we were in an episode of “Hell’s Kitchen,” minus the meltdowns.

Hell hath no fury like a diner scorned, but we left feeling like we had just dined in culinary heaven.