It doesn’t have to be a celebration to enjoy a great steak, although a visit to a top-tier steakhouse is always the best move when you’re marking a special occasion.
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We asked our editors across the country to list their top spots for steak, and below, we’re gathering the cream of the crop. Wherever you are in the United States, this is where you can grab the best steak of your life.
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2700 Apple Valley Road Ste. 55, Brookhaven / Website
Helmed by Atlantan restauranteur Michel Arnette, Arnette’s Chop Shop is where the charm of traditional American steakhouse cuisine gets a modern refresh through ultra-chic industrial interior design with warm, cozy touches. Focused on local and sustainable ingredients, Arnette’s menu features delectable plates such as Wagyu beef ribs and tuna crudo. Enjoy even more savory sweetness by trying the other steakhouses on Atlanta’s full list.
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214 W. Erie St. / Website
At this River North establishment, chef Doug Psaltis offers a fresh take on Chicago steak with a Basque-inspired menu that pays homage to the city’s storied steak tradition and Spain’s famed asadors (grill houses). Menu highlights include Txuleton, a thick-cut bone-in Spanish steak grilled over charcoal; and desserts crafted by Psaltis’ wife and partner, Hsing Chen. Chicago is a foodie capital, so be sure to check the other steakhouses on Chicago’s full list.
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Multiple Locations / Website
With two DFW locations and over 20 years of steak-searing excellence, Al Biernat’s is an old-world gem with an award-winning wine list and mouthwatering steakhouse offerings. The luxe steakhouse serves premium steaks like Gearhart Ranch Texas Wagyu New York Strip and tomahawk ribeye from Allen Brothers of Chicago, among others. You know a steak lover’s paradise like Dallas has even more top-notch steakhouses on its full list.
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268 Elm St, Southampton / Website
Since arriving on the East End from NYC, T bar’s Southampton location has made a name for its lush lantern-lit garden patio and quality ingredients. From filet mignon to dry-aged ribeye and Angus porterhouse, T bar dishes, delicious steaks, fresh seasonal salads, and exceptional desserts. We recommend ordering the banana parfait mille feuilles for a sweet treat to end the night. Keep room in your calendar to try another spot on the Hamton's full list.
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364 Seaside Ave., Honolulu / Website
The mouthwatering dishes and friendly service keep locals and visitors coming back for more. Each cut is expertly prepared to your specifications, from its signature ribeye to its succulent filet mignon. Don't set sail just yet, because there are even more delicious steakhouses to check out on Hawai'i's full list!
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1814 Washington Ave. / Website
Head to this award-winning upscale steakhouse and butcher shop to nosh on A5-certified Kobe beef, in-house dry-aged USDA Prime beef, and a slew of premium steaks all butchered in-house. The authentic Houston restaurant is one of 38 restaurants in the US that has been certified by the Kobe Beef Association in Japan, making it a perfect stop for Wagyu-loving steak enthusiasts. Apart from steaks and seafood, find a lengthy wine list, as well as a variety of grill-at-home packages and a bustling brunch menu complete with Petrossian caviar. Texas knows good steak, so be sure to check the other steakhouses on Houston’s full list.
Wynn and Encore Las Vegas, 3131 Las Vegas Blvd. / Website
SW Steakhouse at Wynn Las Vegas is a carnivore’s paradise. With its sleek decor, innovative menu and stunning views of the Lake of Dreams, this award-winning steakhouse is led by executive chef Mark LoRusso, who offers A5 Japanese wagyu alongside fan-favorite pan-roasted sea scallops with English pea risotto and black truffle sauce. Keep your lucky streak going by trying the other spots on Vegas’ full list.
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11208 Culver Blvd., Culver City / Website
If you want to dine like the Hollywood Golden Era elite, then Dear John’s is the place. The historic spot from seasoned chefs Hans Röckenwagner and Josiah Citrin—beloved by Frank Sinatra and his Rat Pack crew—serves reimagined steakhouse classics in a moody, art-filled atmosphere. Read up on the rest of L.A.’s best steakhouses on the full list.
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3900 NE Second Ave. / Website
Miami’s Michelin-starred COTE blends the conviviality and interaction of Korean barbecue with the hallmarks of the classic American steakhouse. COTE Miami offers diners an interactive experience as the meat is grilled on each table’s state-of-the-art grill. The restaurant also features a red light dry-aging room for that melt-in-your-mouth steak experience. Miami has even more to offer, so explore the rest of the steakhouses on the city’s full list.
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72 W. 36th St. / Website
Regarded as one of the best steakhouses in all of New York City, Keens lives up to its reputation and then some. If you’re dining at this age-old institution, you must order the Legendary Mutton Chop. Trust us on this one, they don’t call it legendary for nothing. Other standout dishes include the chilled seafood tray, roasted buttermilk chicken, and prime porterhouse for three. Yes, you heard us correctly. For three. Don’t stop there, though, because NYC has even more delicious steakhouses on its full list.
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1464 South Coast Hwy., Laguna Beach / Website
This award-winning steakhouse in Laguna Beach always proves victorious with premier steaks and chops—including the 38-ounce Lord Stanley wagyu tomahawk—and over 3,000 world-class wines. Just ask founder and NHL Hall of Famer Teemu Selanne. Save some room for later and make reservations at another spot on Orange County’s full list.
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116 South 13th St. / Website
Michael Schulson’s Alpen Rose brings his family’s Bronx butcher roots to Midtown Village—and once you slice into one of their dry-aged steaks, you’ll keep coming back for more. After 14 to 120 days, each steak is cooked to perfection on a wood-burning hearth. Whether you opt for the porterhouse or ribeye, pair the dish with one of chef de cuisine Joe Gugliuzza’s many delectable sides, like potato pavé with thyme and garlic. The City of Brotherly Love loves its steak, so try the other steakhouses on Philly’s full list.
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1909 India St. / Website
This sky-lit Michelin Guide-recommended steakhouse in Little Italy is the place to be for a special night out, offering art deco interiors and stellar food and drinks. Be sure to flag down the martini cart to kick the evening up a notch. San Diego has even more on the menu, so check the other fine steakhouses on the full list.
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448 Brannan St. / Website
Celebrated for hosting one of the widest arrays of imported and domesticated wagyu steak, Alexander’s Steakhouse is a must-taste fusion of Japanese and American tradition. Start off with the Hokkaido milk bread, an omakase 185 wine pairing and a classic 18-ounce T-bone as the main course. The Bay Area knows a good meal, so check the other spots on San Francisco’s full list.
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17797 N Scottsdale Rd. / Website
The Americano describes itself as “modern in approach, Italian in spirit,” with a unique menu that serves not just cuts like the gargantuan 40 oz porterhouse or dry-aged ribeye, but also Italian antipasti and Mediterranean seafood. Try their wildly popular specialty cocktail Versace on the Floor (serrano Fresno chili-infused vodka, Sonoran olive oil, coconut white balsamic, mesquite honey, basil-olive oil foam). Enjoy even more great bites on Scottsdale’s full list.
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1887 S Bascom Ave., Campbell Website
Pulling inspiration from Italy, BE.STEAK.A is a one-stop shop for Mediterranean-infused seafood, handcrafted pasta and beef classics. Be sure to try the Megahawk Chop made with Australian Kerwee wagyu, pan-roasted onions and A1 demi. Don’t miss out on the delicious steaks at the other spots on Silicon Valley’s full list.
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1625 I St. NW / Website
Dripping with contemporary charm, this steakhouse pairs warm bistro vibes with an impressive menu. Steak enthusiasts will be excited to find Japanese A5 Miyazaki ribeye, Australian Wagyu and more—top off the cut of your choosing with lobster fondue, shrimp or crab for a decadent experience. Enjoy even more great steaks in our nation’s capital by checking DC’s full list.
Maybe you’d rather have dinner with a view? Check our guide to some of the best waterfront restaurants across the country.
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