A steak dinner is one of the best-loved meals in the US, with plenty of places dedicated to juicy, tender cuts of meat. From the classic fine-dining restaurants that serve up perfectly cooked chateaubriand and filet, to more affordable spots where the chefs know their medium from their rare, we've selected the best steakhouse in every state and Washington DC.
Our selections are based on genuine user reviews, awards and accolades, and the first-hand experience of our team. They're also regularly checked and updated.
The vision of three friends, who you'll still find working at the original Thomasville location, Big Mike's Steakhouse is the top choice for steak in Alabama. Keeping the tradition of classic steakhouses alive, big, meaty cuts like rib-eye and strip are served with classic sides, like Caesar salad and baked potato, or fries and garlic herb butter – all cooked to the highest standard.
An Anchorage institution since the late 1950s, Club Paris is the real deal. The finest beef, fresh Alaskan seafood, and exquisite French starters are all on offer here – and you must try the famous 14oz filet mignon. A much-loved destination among Anchorage locals, it's perfect for a special occasion.
If indulgent dining is what you're after, chef Michael Mina's cooking is the order of the day. The prices at Bourbon Steak might be sky high, but it's well worth treating yourself to a meal here every once in a while. The 8oz filet mignon is simply superb, the service is slick, and the wine list eclectic, with lots of great choices to complement your steak. The innovative desserts shouldn't be skipped either, and the bar menu includes fantastic Korean fried chicken.
Founded in the 1960s, this chain has expanded to more than 100 steakhouses across the US, Canada, Mexico, and beyond. Serving only the highest quality USDA Prime meat, the steaks here never disappoint. From epic tomahawk rib-eyes to glistening filets, Ruth's Chris Steak House has a specific broiling and seasoning technique to achieve the best results. All steaks are served sizzling on a 500°F plate – just the way founder Ruth Fertel liked it.
Legendary celebrity chef Wolfgang Puck is behind this swish minimalist establishment at the Beverly Wilshere hotel, which is known for food of the highest quality. Consistently ranked among the best steak restaurants in America, CUT's Michelin-starred kitchen cooks up some incredible dishes. The Wagyu sliders, grilled Spanish octopus and, of course, the steaks themselves are unlike anywhere else in the country.
Chef Troy Guard's version of what a modern steakhouse should be, Guard and Grace focuses on wood-fired dishes cooked with quality ingredients. Start with a few tapas-sized starters, like the oak-fired carrots, then move on to the stars of the show – various cuts of USDA Prime, Wagyu, and grass-fed beef served with black truffle mac 'n' cheese or foraged mushrooms.
This award-winning steakhouse at Foxwoods Resort Casino is nothing short of brilliant. Channeling the vibe of a classic New York steakhouse, David Burke Prime serves eight different cuts aged 30-55 days using its patented aging process, involving a room lined with Himalayan salt. It's fair to say these guys are pretty serious about their steak.
A top stop on Delaware's Culinary Trail, Walter's is an unmissable experience. It's a favorite among locals thanks to its massive cuts of prime rib, its old-school steakhouse atmosphere, and its friendly, attentive servers, who add to the charm. There's a prime rib night on Fridays, while Tuesdays and Wednesdays are dedicated to the 11oz New York strip.
There's only one option for dinner at Medium Rare, but people keep coming back for more. The much-loved prix fixe dinner menu includes culotte steak, frites, and secret sauce, with a mixed green salad and rustic bread. Be warned – a second helping of frites is absolutely free. If you're stopping by for brunch, it's a choice between classic steak and eggs or steak frites with bottomless Mimosas.
Eternally popular, arguably legendary, and definitely old-school, Bern’s is mentioned in many a best steakhouse write-up – an accolade that’s hard-earned and fully deserved. In a state known for its bling eateries, this much-loved restaurant remains staunchly classic, with a plentiful wine list and hearty portions of dry-aged steak.
With plenty of steakhouses in Atlanta and the rest of Georgia that could claim the title of being the best in the state, Kevin Rathbun Steak takes the top spot thanks to its James Beard Award–winning chef and owner Kevin Rathbun. Diners love everything here, from the service to the food. Highlights include lobster fritters and truffle Parmesan fries, while the extensive USDA Prime meat and fresh fish and seafood selection is outstanding.
You'd be wrong to think Hawaii is all about seafood. Hy's is a classic steakhouse, where waiters wear tuxedos and make Caesar salad and bananas Foster at your table. Here, steaks are cooked over Hawaiian kiawe wood, which gives them a unique flavor. Top orders include roasted prime rib, filet mignon, and the classic British dish beef Wellington.
With high-grade beef, superb sides featuring local potatoes, and a dedicated martini bar, what's not to love about Chandlers? Whether you come here to celebrate a special occasion or just to enjoy a night out, you won't leave disappointed. The menu features over a dozen types of steak, including certified Japanese Wagyu, USDA gold-certified beef from Snake River Farms, and grass-fed beef filet mignon.
Bavette’s Bar & Boeuf has the air of a hip speakeasy and serves steaks that locals rave about. A Michelin Guide-approved restaurant, it does brilliant steaks – think perfectly cooked rib-eye steak frites with a buttery béarnaise. But the chilled seafood plateaux, tenderloin steak tartare, and roasted bone marrow, as well as the superb service, all deserve a special mention too.
Famous throughout the Midwest and frequented by celebrities and racing car drivers, St Elmo Steak House is a welcoming old-school establishment that serves USDA Prime dry-aged steaks and a mean prawn cocktail (you can buy a bottled version of the signature sauce as a souvenir). Opened in 1902, it's Indianapolis' oldest steakhouse in its original location, still serving the highest quality beef that's loved by locals and visitors alike.
One of America's best steakhouses, named a James Beard America's Classics winner in 2015, is also one of the most down-home establishments you'll find on this list. Family-run Archie's has been dry-aging and hand-cutting its steaks for more than 70 years, and still charms diners with its no-frills approach. The menu here is compact, featuring everything you want to find on your plate alongside steak, including onion rings, hash browns, and fries.
Founded by a group of cattle ranchers who needed a place to entertain their clients, Little Apple Brewing Company serves only certified Angus beef alongside beers made in the adjoining brewery. While the steaks are definitely the main attraction here, don't miss the dinner specials menu, where the chefs get really creative with seasonal produce.
It's hard to argue with a menu that offers five different cuts of steaks, herb-buttered lobster tail, and barrel-cut filet mignon. The swanky crystal chandeliers and hardwood booths only add to the overall atmosphere of Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse: a fine dining establishment serving top-quality food. For something different, try the chili rub on your steak.
Located in the heart of the French Quarter, award-winning Dickie Brennan's has been open for more than 75 years and remains a New Orleans hot spot. The steakhouse adds a unique Creole touch to most of its dishes, and the USDA Prime steaks can be paired with fresh Gulf seafood. The seared crab cakes are among the top appetizers, and the dessert list has plenty of eye-catching dishes to finish the meal on a sweet note.
As the name suggests, this inviting, family-run spot take serious pride in its steaks. Carefully aged USDA Prime Western beef is hand-cut on the premises by in-house butchers, before being broiled at a high-temperature to lock in the flavor. The result is in the eating (and the volume of return customers). The filet mignon, rib-eye and strip steaks are all great, but if you’re after something just a little bit different, the teriyaki sirloin is a must-try. The atmosphere is welcoming, servers are super-friendly and the portions are generous. What more could you want?
Although Maryland is better known for crab cakes and Old Bay, there are still many great steakhouses, most prominently The Prime Rib. This old-school spot in Baltimore sports a leopard-print carpet and a live pianist that will take you straight back to 1940s Hollywood. The menu is, of course, steak-focused, and the prime rib is especially popular. However, this being Maryland, you can still get award-winning crab cakes.
One of Boston's most famous steakhouses, Grill 23 & Bar's high ceilings, marble columns, and white-jacket waiters all contribute to the restaurant's special occasion atmosphere that's adored by customers. The wine list has won national awards, as has the exceptional menu – think authentic Japanese Wagyu, customer favorite 100-day aged prime rib-eye, and classic sides with a twist.
One of the city's most storied restaurants, The London Chop House was the place were auto barons, public officials, and celebrities went to dine and be seen in Detroit's heyday. A decade ago the restaurant was restored to its original splendor, and it's now the top spot for an exquisite meal. Serving a variety of cuts, the restaurant finishes its quality steaks with garlic butter. Celebrating a special occasion? There's oysters Rockefeller, steak tartare, or a caviar service to kick dinner off.
Since it opened in 1946, Murray’s has remained a charming family-owned restaurant that’s a destination for locals and travelers alike. They all come here to enjoy a sirloin known as the Silver Butter Knife Steak, for two people. The meat is supposed to be so tender it can be cut with a butter knife – and, to prove it, waiters usually slice it tableside. Murray's French onion soup, crab cakes, and raspberry pie all get the thumbs up from diners too.
An unassuming white wood house in Greenville, Doe's Eat Place has been around since 1941 when Dominick 'Doe' Signa opened it to serve his wife's hot tamales. In the back, Doe grilled steaks until the place became so popular that he turned it into a steakhouse. There are now several other locations throughout the South, but the real Greenville experience is unbeatable. Although the steaks are obviously the star attraction, you should still try the incredible tamales.
No fuss, just steak – that should be the slogan of Citizen Kane's. Here, you get exactly what you've come for, namely an amazing selection of steaks that are all served with a classic side dish and salad – customers particularly love the rib-eye. Housed in an old Victorian home on the outskirts of St Louis, it's everything you'd expect from a proper steakhouse.
Eight miles south of Missoula, in a rustic log cabin, you'll find Lolo Creek Steakhouse – a fuss-free steakhouse where the meat is cooked over an open-pit barbecue and served with classic sides like baked potato and garlic bread. Often named among the best steakhouses in the state, it was also featured on Food Network and is a much-loved destination for both locals and tourists.
Every detail at Mahogany Prime Steakhouse in Omaha is refined beyond your wildest expectation. Outstanding service complements the sizzling steaks flooding out of the kitchen. The menu is raved about by all who dine here, from the bone-in rib-eye to the French onion soup and potatoes au gratin. You mustn't leave without tasting the lobster cargot too.
Yes, you'll see restaurants by almost every celebrity chef in Las Vegas, from Gordon Ramsay to Wolfgang Puck, but nothing beats an old-school Las Vegas classic like The Golden Steer. This off-strip restaurant was frequented by the likes of Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra back in the day, and still draws in customers. Expect big, juicy steaks, tableside Caesar salad and bananas Foster, and another Las Vegas legend – the shrimp cocktail.
Recognized by Wine Spectator for nearly 10 years for its wine list, Hanover Street Chophouse's steaks are also award-winning. A part of Manchester's buzzing nightlife scene, this spot offers the perfect night out with amazing specialty drinks, impeccable service and, of course, top-quality steaks. There's also an excellent raw bar for special occasions, and the bacon-wrapped scallops are nothing short of spectacular.
In a city with a steakhouse around every corner, Morton's The Steakhouse is often tipped as the best – and rightly so. Located inside Caesar's Casino & Hotel, the elegant steakhouse offers an award-winning wine list, exceptional service, and USDA prime-aged steaks that often come served with the freshest seafood. The Cajun rib-eye steak is the top order here, with the lobster bisque also getting a thumbs up from diners.
If you're hungry for steak in Albuquerque, this is where you should get your meat fix. Serving hand-cut steaks that have been aged for at least 21 days, Black Angus Steakhouse pays homage to its cattle rancher roots and only serves certified Angus beef and USDA Choice steaks and burgers. There are also plenty of great sides, salads, and seafood options to choose from, as well as a create-your-own Margarita bar.
Opened in the 1880s, this Williamsburg chophouse has received its fair share of scathing reviews, but it's still always busy and loved by diners. Peter Luger serves dry-aged USDA Prime steaks alongside incredible German fried potatoes and creamed spinach. And just when you think you couldn't possibly have any more food, you'll always find room for the apple strudel.
Casual and relaxed, Carl and 'Chelle's Grill Room in Goldsboro offers simple, mouth-watering menus for both lunch and dinner, with perfectly marbled certified Angus beef steaks on offer. Other dishes of note include the shrimp skewers. The steakhouse is especially praised for its friendly and personal service, making it well-suited to date nights and special occasions.
With a real supper club atmosphere, this barn restaurant in the middle of North Dakota is well worth seeking out. Opened in 1946, The Ranch has been a favorite with locals for decades, serving excellent, good-value steaks. The selection includes USDA Choice New York strip, certified Black Angus rib-eye, and thick-cut certified Angus filet mignon.
The tasteful decor and quality produce of Peter Vauthy’s Cleveland restaurant Red Downtown has proved so popular that he's opened two more outposts that are equally as loved. The surf and turf here is said to be America's best, and there's a big menu of certified Angus beef. You shouldn't leave without a taste of Peter's Brussels sprouts; served with pancetta, garlic, and shallots, the dish is sure to turn any sprout-haters into sprout-lovers.
Not to be confused with Cattleman’s Steakhouse in Fabens, Texas (which is, incidentally, also excellent), this Oklahoma old-timer (it’s more than 100 years old) was allegedly won in a game of dice. Locals, cowboys, and visitors adore its no-nonsense approach to cooking local country-style steak, and the prices are equally down to earth.
A relatively recent addition to the Beaverton dining scene on the outskirts of Portland, Grill68 Steakhouse comes from the owner of nearby Mexican restaurant Casa Lola. The certified Angus beef steaks leave the kitchen dripping in herb garlic butter, and the small but perfectly formed menu offers a choice of mashed potatoes or vegetables on the side. The burrata salad is a must to start with – it comes dressed with a surprisingly delicious mint and chili vinaigrette.
Stephen Starr’s attractive chophouse Barclay Prime is cool, chic, and a big name both in Philly and beyond, enticing diners with a noteworthy meat selection. Ranging from a delectable filet mignon to a massive 32oz porterhouse, it's a meat-lover's paradise. The truffle mac gets a big thumbs up from diners as the best side to pair with your steak.
Often picking up accolades as Rhode Island's top choice for both steak and sushi, 10 Prime Steak & Sushi is located in the heart of historic Providence. There's a raw bar offering oysters and jumbo shrimp, and an excellent selection of nigiri, sashimi, and sushi rolls. The steak menu features strong favorites like certified Angus beef rib-eye, Snake River Farms Wagyu, and USDA Prime sirloin, as well as sides like lobster and roasted bone marrow.
Known for delicious USDA Prime beef that's either wet- or dry-aged for ultimate tenderness, this Charleston institution is a purveyor of good old-fashioned hospitality and sublime food. It's just as celebrated for its Sunday Gospel Brunch too, where diners enjoy a side of live gospel choir while tucking into melt-in-your-mouth steak, one of the steakhouse's signature sides, or the popular crab soup.
Although rather pricy, this fine dining venue has everything you'd expect from a big city joint. The menu at Morrie's Steakhouse is full of Midwestern beef, like the Morgan Ranch Wagyu, and intriguing sides – we like the Boursin mashed potatoes and jalapeño creamed corn. Food aside, diners praise the excellent service and pleasant ambiance.
Kayne Prime serves food that makes people happy. The menu here is filled with all sorts of interesting things – we're talking popcorn buttered lobster and cotton candy bacon – and, although top-notch dining here won't come cheap, you really won't mind splashing out when the steaks are this good.
Led by Le Cordon Bleu-trained executive chef Ron Killen, Killen’s is an elegant place to relish perfectly cooked hand-cut steaks. From wet-aged USDA Prime beef to Snake River Farms Wagyu, the selection of steaks is almost overwhelming, with everything your heart (and stomach) might desire. The steaks are accompanied by a great selection of sides and excellent appetizers – we have our eye on the Korean barbecue-marinated Wagyu skewers.
There's a lot of beauty in Maddox Ranch House's simplicity. At this friendly family dining destination, the food is just really nicely done – no bells and whistles attached. A solid selection of steaks come with vegetables, potatoes, soup, and salad or seafood cocktail all included (something your wallet will certainly appreciate). And don't forget to save room for the homemade pies and cakes.
A classic New England tavern with a strong focus on farm-to-table dining, Guild Tavern is praised for its welcoming service, down-to-earth atmosphere, and superb food. The steaks – everything from petite sirloin to hearty rib-eye – are cooked on a wood-burning grill, and come with creamy buttermilk whipped potatoes, roasted vegetables, and buttery béarnaise. To start, diners recommend the steak tartare, served with crispy potato rösti.
This casual suburban steakhouse puts its steaks, seafood, and prime ribs center stage. The menu features a really good selection of meats as well as super-indulgent desserts – the Key lime pie is a solid favorite. Take a moment to admire the restaurant's trademark mural of celebrity caricatures while you wait for your food.
Even before Seattle made its mark on the food map, The Met, as locals call it, was an old-school institution frequented by diners with big appetites. Located in the historic Marion Building, Metropolitan Grill is a favorite for special occasions and first-class meals. The menu shines with top-quality steaks, superb seafood starters, and a chateaubriand for two, carved tableside.
Dedicated to NBA legend and West Virginia native Jerry West, this is a proper old-school steakhouse. In fact, it's so old-school it even has an adjacent cigar room, jackets for men are required, and the only accepted shade of denim is dark. Dress code aside, the celebrated menu offers a wide selection of steak cuts, as well as a 'Wests' Favorites' section that includes lobster popcorn, a 44oz porterhouse steak for two, and mac 'n' cheese.
This ultra-chic Milwaukee steakhouse with sleek decor and a celebrity fanbase (it's frequented by both NFL and NBA players from local teams) definitely knows how to do excellent steak. Menu highlights include Japanese Wagyu filet mignon and a seafood platter to share, which features Alaskan king crab legs, giant king prawns, mussels, and oysters.
Everyone knows there's no shortage of cattle farms in Wyoming, so it's hardly surprising how saturated the state is with excellent steakhouses. Rib & Chop House now boasts 11 other locations in the West, but the original Cheyenne joint is still unbeatable. The fried green tomatoes and crabmeat-stuffed mushrooms are an absolute delight, while the steaks are incredibly flavorsome – the sharing 36oz certified Angus côte de boeuf is stunning.
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