Council Oak Steaks & Seafood
Council Oak Steaks & Seafood offers the sophisticated, classic-American steakhouse fare, originally made famous at the Seminole Hard Rock Hotel & Casinos in Florida.
The menu offers USDA prime cuts of beef, delectable seafood selections, and more. Meals are prepared by Council Oak’s chefs on the state-of-the-art J&R wood fire grills and Josper coal ovens, both of which help bring out all the subtle flavors in the meats. The perfect complement, Council Oak’s bar offers well-known and approachable liquors, alongside an exclusive list of high-end spirits. An extensive wine-by-the-glass selection and intimate seating along with live entertainment is offered nightly in the lounge area.
Prime Dry-Aged Beef
Council Oak Steaks & Seafood offers USDA dry-aged prime steaks and the freshest seafood. The cuts of meat are dry-aged for up to 45 days, personally selected, and hand-sculpted inside of our Butcher Shop featuring a Himalayan salt-brick-walled chamber.
Wine Selection
Recognized by Wine Spectator with an Award of Excellence consecutively since 2020, Council Oak Steaks & Seafood offers over 350 wines from more than a dozen countries with an extensive by-the-glass, half-bottle and large format selection. Our list represents numerous varietals, regions, and prices ranging from $50 to $6,500 and features Napa Valley classics, tête de cuvée Champagnes, and First Growth Bordeaux wines.
Hours
Sunday - Thursday: 5PM - 10PM
Friday & Saturday: 4PM - 11PM
Tuesday, November 18: No Happy Hour &
No Walk-Ins
Wednesday, November 19: Closed
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Thanksgiving at Council Oak
Thursday, November 27
Celebrate Thanksgiving at Council Oak Steak & Seafood with gourmet holiday classics, perfectly prepared sides, and indulgent desserts in an elegant setting.
Wine Wednesday
Every Wednesday
Enjoy 50% off all bottles of wine—from bold reds to crisp whites and everything in between. Whether you're discovering a new favorite or indulging in a classic vintage, it's the perfect pairing for an unforgettable evening of fine dining.
Council Oak Happy Hour
Monday - Wednesday | 5pm - 7pm
Indulge in expertly crafted cocktails, perfectly paired wines, and a selection of appetizers, prepared to elevate your evening.
Oyster Recycling Program
Council Oak Steaks & Seafood is doing its part to ensure the sustainability of the seafood industry.
In just months, we can easily rack up around 25,000 pounds worth of oyster shells, which is roughly 50,000 shells. That’s because so many people love eating them — and eating a lot of them. However, we’re making an effort to make sure there will continue to be enough to go around. We participate in an oyster-shell recycling program in partnership with Stockton University and the Cooperative Extension of Rutgers New Jersey Agricultural Experiment Station (NJAES).
Oyster farmers are able to use the recycled shells to raise more oysters, ensuring the industry’s sustainability.
Wine Spectator Award of Excellence 2025
This award is presented to restaurants that show the utmost dedication to the quality of their wine program. Council Oak Steak and Seafood boasts an expansive showcase with immense depth and breadth of regions, producers, vintages, and bottle formats.
Meet The Team
Markus Holm
Executive Chef at Council Oak Steaks & Seafood
Chef Markus Holm, originally from Germany, moved to the United States 18 years ago and has since established a remarkable career in the hospitality industry, which spans over 36 years. We are thrilled to have Chef Holm as the Executive Chef at Council Oak Steaks & Seafood where he takes pride in cultivating the classic flavors found in an American Steakhouses while finding new and innovative ways to highlight quality ingredients.
Margarita Cozzi
General Manager of Council Oak
Upcoming Events
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Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Friday, November 28 | 6:00PM - 10:00PM | NGXB TrioCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Saturday, November 29 | 6:00PM - 10:00PM | Paul Jost TrioCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Sunday, November 30 | 5:00PM - 9:00PM | Gypsy Joe Vlado SoloCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Friday, December 5 | 6:00PM - 10:00PM | Mary Winkel TrioCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Saturday, December 6 | 6:00PM - 10:00PM | Minas TrioCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Sunday, December 7 | 5:00PM - 9:00PM | Christopher Farrell SoloCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Friday, December 12 | 6:00PM - 10:00PM | Ginger Coyle TrioCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Saturday, December 13 | 6:00PM - 10:00PM | Amy Faden TrioCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Sunday, December 14 | 5:00PM - 9:00PM | Vahe Sarkissian SoloCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Friday, December 19 | 6:00PM - 10:00PM | Paula Johns TrioCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Saturday, December 20 | 6:00PM - 10:00PM | Dan Jost TrioCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Sunday, December 21 | 5:00PM - 9:00PM | Christopher Farrell SoloCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Friday, December 26 | 6:00PM - 10:00PM | Paul Jost TrioCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Saturday, December 27 | 6:00PM - 10:00PM | Vahe & Camille K TrioCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Sunday, December 28 | 5:00PM - 9:00PM | E. Shawn QaissauneeCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Wednesday, December 31 | 5:00PM - 9:00PM | Christopher Farrell SoloCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.Live Music at Council Oak Lounge
Wednesday, December 31 | 9:30PM - 1:00AM | ESQ TrioCouncil Oak Steaks & SeafoodPlease Click "Learn More" for full list of Live Music Hours at Council Oak Lounge.