A steak dinner is one of the best-loved meals in the US – so it's no wonder that there are plenty of restaurants dedicated to juicy, tender cuts of beef up and down the country. From classic fine-dining eateries that serve up perfectly cooked chateaubriand to more affordable spots where the chefs know their medium from their rare, we've found the best steakhouse in every state and Washington DC.

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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, the restaurant serves big, meaty cuts like rib-eye and strip with classic sides like Caesar salads and baked potatoes, or fries and garlic herb butter – and everything is cooked to the highest standard.

An Anchorage institution that's been operating since the 1950s, Club Paris is the real deal. The finest beef, fresh Alaskan seafood, and exquisite French appetizers are all on offer here – and you simply must try the famous 14oz filet mignon. A much-loved destination among Anchorage locals, it's the perfect place to go 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 if you can. The 8oz filet mignon is superb, the service is slick, and the innovative desserts shouldn't be skipped, either. The bar menu – featuring house-made meatballs, wagyu spring rolls, and a Caesar salad with truffle dressing – is worth a look, too.

Founded in the 1960s, this steakhouse chain now has more than 100 restaurants across the US, Canada, Mexico, and beyond. Ruth's Chris Steak House uses only the highest quality USDA Prime meat, and the steaks here never disappoint. From epic tomahawk rib-eyes to glistening filets, everything is cooked using 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 fancy minimalist establishment at the Beverly Wilshere hotel, which is famed for serving 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 salmon roe dip, grilled Spanish octopus and, of course, the steaks themselves are unlike anything else in the country.

Chef Troy Guard's vision 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 appetizers (oak-fired carrots, for example), then move on to the stars of the show – various cuts of USDA Prime, wagyu, and grass-fed beef served with the likes of black truffle mac 'n' cheese.

This award-winning steakhouse at Foxwoods Resort Casino is nothing short of excellent. 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, which sees the meat stored in a room lined with Himalayan salt. It's fair to say these guys are pretty serious about their steak.

A tasty 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 11oz New York strip steak.

There's only one option for dinner at Medium Rare, but that doesn't stop people coming back for more. The restaurant's much-loved prix fixe dinner menu includes culotte steak, frites, and secret sauce, served with a mixed green salad and rustic bread (and a second helping of frites is free). If you're stopping by for brunch, it's a choice between classic steak and eggs, or steak frites.

Eternally popular, arguably legendary, and definitely old-school, Bern’s features in many 'best steakhouse' lists – and we think the accolades are fully deserved. In a state known for its ostentatious eateries, this much-loved restaurant remains staunchly classic, with hearty portions of dry-aged steak on offer.

There are plenty of amazing steakhouses in Georgia, but Kevin Rathbun Steak takes the top spot, all thanks to its James Beard Award–winning chef and owner, Kevin Rathbun. Diners love everything here, from the service to the food. The extensive selection of USDA Prime meat and fresh fish and seafood is outstanding – and tempting side dishes include the likes of truffle Parmesan fries and charred jalapeño creamed corn.

You'd be wrong to think that 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. Must-orders include the roasted prime rib, the filet mignon, and the beef Wellington (a classic British dish).

High-grade beef, superb sides (featuring local potatoes), and live jazz every night of the week... 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 filet mignon.

Bavette’s Bar & Boeuf has the air of a hip speakeasy, and it serves food that locals rave about. A Michelin Guide–approved restaurant, it does excellent steaks; think perfectly cooked rib-eye steak frites with a buttery béarnaise sauce. However, the chilled seafood tower, 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 shrimp cocktail (you can buy a bottled version of the signature sauce as a souvenir). Open since 1902, it's Indianapolis' oldest steakhouse in its original location, and it still prides itself on serving the highest quality beef.

One of America's best steakhouses 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 it still charms diners with its no-frills approach. The menu features everything you could ever want to find on your plate alongside steak, including onion rings, hash browns, and fries.

At Japanese teppanyaki restaurant Kobe, orders are prepared tableside and served with hibachi vegetables, steamed rice, hot green tea, and a sherbet dessert. This may not be a traditional steakhouse, but customers rave about the tender filet mignon, teriyaki striploin steak, and Dynamite Steak with chili sauce. Can't decide what to order? Try the house special: a delicious combination of steak, shrimp, and chicken breast.

It's hard to argue with a menu that offers five different cuts of steak, herb-buttered lobster tail, and barrel-cut filet mignon. The swanky crystal chandeliers and hardwood booths only add to the overall atmosphere at Jeff Ruby's Steakhouse, a fine-dining establishment serving top-quality food. For something a little different, try the chili rub on your steak.

Located in the heart of the French Quarter, award-winning Dickie Brennan's is a must-visit for meat lovers. The steakhouse adds a unique Creole touch to most of its dishes, and its USDA Prime steaks can be paired with fresh Gulf seafood. The seared crab cakes are among the top appetizers – and if you feel like ending your meal on a sweet note, the dessert list has plenty of eye-catching options.

As its name suggests, this inviting family-run spot takes serious pride in its steaks. Carefully aged USDA Prime Western beef is hand cut on the premises by in-house butchers, then broiled at a high temperature to lock in the flavor. The filet mignon, rib-eye, and strip steak are all delicious, but if you’re after something a little bit different, try the teriyaki sirloin. The atmosphere is welcoming, the servers are super-friendly, and the portions are generous. What more could you want?

Although Maryland is better known for seafood and Old Bay, it still has lots of great steakhouses – but our favorite is The Prime Rib. With a leopard-print carpet and a live pianist, this old-school spot in Baltimore 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 your hands on some award-winning crab cakes.

One of Boston's most famous steakhouses, Grill 23 & Bar's high ceilings, marble columns, and white-jacketed waiters all contribute to the restaurant's special-occasion atmosphere. The wine list has won national awards, as has the exceptional menu – think authentic Japanese wagyu, 100-day aged prime rib-eye (a customer favorite), and classic sides with a modern twist.

One of the city's most storied restaurants, The London Chop House is the place where 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 once again become the best place in town for an exquisite meal. The restaurant finishes its quality steaks with garlic butter, and a variety of cuts are available. Celebrating a special occasion? Kick things off with the oysters Rockefeller or steak tartare, or opt for the caviar service.

Since it opened in 1946, Murray’s, a charming family-owned restaurant, has remained a destination for locals and travelers alike. People flock here to enjoy a sirloin for two, known as the Silver Butter Knife Steak. 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 also get the thumbs up from diners.

An unassuming white wood house in Greenville, Doe's Eat Place has been around since 1941, when Dominick 'Doe' Signa first opened it to serve his wife's hot tamales to the public. 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, too.

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, all of which are served with a classic side dish and salad. Housed in an old Victorian home on the outskirts of St Louis, it's everything you could ever want from a proper steakhouse. Customers particularly love the rib-eye.

Eight miles south of Missoula, in a rustic log cabin, you'll find Lolo Creek Steakhouse – a fuss-free restaurant where the meat is cooked over an open-pit barbecue and served with classic sides like baked potatoes and garlic bread. A much-loved destination for both locals and tourists, it's consistently named among the best steakhouses in the state, and it also featured on Food Network's I Hart Food.

Every detail at Mahogany Prime Steakhouse in Omaha is refined beyond your wildest expectations. Outstanding service complements the sizzling steaks that flood out of the kitchen – and 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: succulent tail meat in a garlic butter sauce.

Almost every celebrity chef has a restaurant in Las Vegas, from Gordon Ramsay to Wolfgang Puck – but when it comes to steak, nothing beats old-school joint The Golden Steer. This off-strip restaurant was frequented by the likes of Elvis Presley and Frank Sinatra back in the day, and it still draws in plenty of customers. Expect big, juicy steaks, tableside Caesar salad and bananas Foster, and another Las Vegas legend: shrimp cocktail.

Hanover Street Chophouse's steaks have received their fair share of awards. A fixture 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 regularly 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 (which can be paired with the freshest seafood around). The rib-eye steak is the top order here, but the lobster bisque is also a crowd favorite.

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, only serving certified Angus beef and USDA Choice steaks and burgers. There are plenty of great sides, salads, and seafood options to choose from, too.

Open since the 1880s, this Williamsburg chophouse has received some scathing reviews over the years, but it's still always busy, with legions of fans. Peter Luger serves dry-aged USDA Prime steaks alongside incredible German fried potatoes and creamed spinach. And just when you think you can't possibly eat any more, somehow, you'll always find room for the apple strudel.

Casual and relaxed, Carl and 'Chelle's Grill Room in Goldsboro offers mouth-watering menus for both lunch and dinner, with perfectly marbled certified Angus beef steaks on offer – though other dishes of note include the shrimp skewers and pork chops. The steakhouse is especially praised for its friendly and personal service, making it the perfect place for 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. Open since 1946, The Ranch has been a favorite among 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.

With tasteful decor and incredible food, Peter Vauthy’s Cleveland restaurant Red Downtown proved so popular that he went on to open two more outposts – both of which are now equally beloved. The surf and turf here is said to be America's best, and there's a big menu of certified Angus beef to get stuck into. Not only that, but there's a great selection of sides, including Parmesan tater tots, green beans with pancetta and pine nuts, and mac 'n' cheese.

Not to be confused with Cattleman’s Steakhouse in Fabens, Texas (which is, incidentally, also excellent), this Oklahoma old-timer – which has been around for over 100 years – 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.

RingSide has been serving up mouth-watering steaks since 1944 – but it's also famous for its legendary onion rings, which James Beard once declared to be the best he'd ever tasted. The menu offers a variety of wet- and dry-aged USDA steaks from the Midwest, plus a tempting array of sides, including lobster mashed potatoes and Korean spice–roasted heirloom carrots. A stand-out dish is the striploin with grilled summer squash, pickled tomatoes, and squash blossom tempura (pictured).

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. With options ranging from a delectable filet mignon to a massive 32oz porterhouse, it's a meat lover's paradise. The truffle mac 'n' cheese gets a big thumbs up from diners, who say it's the best side to pair with your steak.

10 Prime Steak & Sushi, located in the heart of historic Providence, is often voted Rhode Island's top restaurant for both steak and sushi. There's a raw bar offering oysters and jumbo shrimp, and an excellent selection of nigiri, sashimi, and sushi rolls. The steak menu features favorites like certified Angus beef rib-eye, Snake River Farms wagyu, and USDA Prime sirloin – and sides include the likes of lobster mac 'n' cheese and garlic mashed potatoes.

Known for delicious USDA Prime beef that's either wet- or dry-aged for unbelievable tenderness, this Charleston institution is a purveyor of good old-fashioned hospitality and sublime food. It's just as celebrated for its Sunday Gospel Brunches, too, where diners get to enjoy the sounds of a live gospel choir as they tuck into the restaurant's melt-in-the-mouth steak dishes.

Although it's a little expensive, this fine-dining venue has everything you could ever want from a big city joint. The menu at Morrie's Steakhouse is full of Midwestern beef like Morgan Ranch wagyu, plus some intriguing sides – we like the Boursin mashed potatoes and jalapeño creamed corn. Food aside, diners praise the excellent service and pleasant ambience.

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. Although dining here won't come cheap, you really won't mind splashing out when the steaks are this good. If you really want to push the boat out, try the Shigoku Progression: a delectable combination of Omi striploin (a type of high-quality wagyu steak), olive-fed striploin, and Kobe striploin.

Led by Le Cordon Bleu–trained executive chef Ron Killen, this Pearland restaurant 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, featuring everything your heart (and stomach) might desire. The steaks are accompanied by a great range of sides, not to mention some amazing 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 really nicely done – with no bells and whistles. There's a solid selection of steaks, all of which come with vegetables, potatoes, soup, and salad or seafood cocktail 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 focus on farm-to-table dining, Guild Tavern is loved 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 the likes of creamy buttermilk whipped potatoes, roasted vegetables, and buttery béarnaise. To start, diners recommend the steak tartare, served with crispy potato rösti.

This casual suburban restaurant puts its steaks, seafood, and prime ribs center stage. The menu features a really good selection of meats, as well as some 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 foodie 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, men are required to wear jackets, 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.

Complete with sleek decor and a celebrity fanbase (it's frequented by both NFL and NBA players from local teams), this ultra-chic Milwaukee restaurant knows how to do excellent steak. Menu highlights include Japanese wagyu filet mignon and a seafood platter to share, featuring 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 that the state is saturated with excellent steakhouses. Rib & Chop House now boasts locations across several states, 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 flavorful – the sharing 36oz certified Angus côte de boeuf is stunning.

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Last updated by Dominique Ayling.