Who does the best steak in metro Atlanta?
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By heather
August 21, 2008 8:52 AM | Link to this
Hal’s on Old Ivy
By Chris
August 21, 2008 9:29 AM | Link to this
Bone’s has the best steak in Atlanta. Always has, and always will.
By Selena
August 21, 2008 9:30 AM | Link to this
Kevin Rathbun steak is the best steakhouse in ATL.
By bubba
August 21, 2008 9:36 AM | Link to this
You can’t beat Golden Corral. Price is right too.
By BigDaddy
August 21, 2008 9:44 AM | Link to this
The very best meat is at Rathbun’s Steak in Inman Park. The prime, dry-aged porterhouse is incredible.
By DYJ
August 21, 2008 9:49 AM | Link to this
Kevin Rathbun Steak. The porterhouse for 2 is a mouthgasm.
By JW
August 21, 2008 10:13 AM | Link to this
Hal’s on Old Ivy
By Joe
August 21, 2008 10:21 AM | Link to this
Stoney River - enough said
By Sarah
August 21, 2008 10:23 AM | Link to this
Hal’s by far has the best steak in Atlanta. Though I love Bone’s, Hal’s is even better. And people watching there is always fun too.
By Sarah
August 21, 2008 10:25 AM | Link to this
Hal’s by far has the best steak in Atlanta. Though I love Bone’s, Hal’s is even better. And people watching there is always fun too.
By Sarah
August 21, 2008 10:25 AM | Link to this
Hal’s by far has the best steak in Atlanta.
By Lori
August 21, 2008 10:32 AM | Link to this
Pampas in Alpharetta by far has the best steaks in Atlanta.
By gtg298b
August 21, 2008 10:42 AM | Link to this
You can’t beat the steak at Hal’s on Old Ivy…a classic All-American!
By Jesse
August 21, 2008 10:43 AM | Link to this
I have to agree with the others that nominated Hal’s on Old Ivy.
McKendrick’s is probably second.
By Pam
August 21, 2008 11:00 AM | Link to this
McCray’s Tavern on the Square in DOWNTOWN LAWRENCEVILLE.
By b1ondie420
August 21, 2008 11:01 AM | Link to this
Stoney River
By Houston's Lover
August 21, 2008 11:06 AM | Link to this
Houston’s Hawaiian Ribeye
By Becky
August 21, 2008 11:12 AM | Link to this
Used to be Alpine’s in Douglasville, but since they closed haven’t found another place..
By Brad
August 21, 2008 11:14 AM | Link to this
Hal’s - No Question.
By WGD
August 21, 2008 11:25 AM | Link to this
I have to divide it in this manner: ITP: Hal’s on Old Ivy (and Jeff on piano is great also) OTP: Pampas on Old Milton/State Bridge in Alpharetta (ditto for George on piano)
By John H
August 21, 2008 11:35 AM | Link to this
Houston’s is the most overpirces restaurant in the city.
My vote is for Bone’s eventhough I continue to hear incredible things about Hal’s. I’d love to check it out sometime.
By mike
August 21, 2008 11:36 AM | Link to this
The new Dogwood Restaurant at 565 Peachtree Street @ Linden has the BEST Filet in town. Was the on Tusday nite http://www.dogwoodrestaurant.com/ -Mike
By mike
August 21, 2008 11:37 AM | Link to this
The new Dogwood Restaurant at 565 Peachtree Street @ Linden has the BEST Filet in town. Was the on Tusday nite http://www.dogwoodrestaurant.com/ -Mike
By HH
August 21, 2008 11:37 AM | Link to this
Hal’s, no doubt.
By AUGirl
August 21, 2008 11:44 AM | Link to this
I don’t think that you can get steak anywhere but HAL’S! It’s amazing.
By acb
August 21, 2008 11:44 AM | Link to this
Handsdown - Hal’s!
By Nick
August 21, 2008 11:46 AM | Link to this
Stoney River is the best I’ve had so far.
By MarkG
August 21, 2008 11:49 AM | Link to this
The food (and price) is better at my house than any restaurant!
By Steak Connoisseur
August 21, 2008 11:51 AM | Link to this
I’ve been to all of the steak houses mentioned on many occasions. Hal’s is good, but I guarantee you that all of the people that say it is the best have never been to Kevin Rathbun Steak…it’s superior, by far. New York Prime is #2, Bone’s #3.
By Melissa
August 21, 2008 11:56 AM | Link to this
The very best steak is at Ruth’s Chris, pricey but VERY worth it.
By Stephanie
August 21, 2008 11:57 AM | Link to this
1 Hal’s #2 Kevin’s #3 New York PrimeIt’s very exciting that we have so many excellent choices. Why has no one mentioned Chops??
By Johnny Ribeye
August 21, 2008 12:03 PM | Link to this
I gotta agree with Bubba, Golden Corral tops them all. The No. 4 Sixshooter Special melts in your mouth! The sweet tea is the city’s best.
By Mrs. Warren
August 21, 2008 12:05 PM | Link to this
Capital City Grill! Mmmmmm.
By s
August 21, 2008 12:05 PM | Link to this
Rathbun Steak is amazing
By Andre
August 21, 2008 12:24 PM | Link to this
Pilgreens was the best, but now they’re gone.
By Ann
August 21, 2008 12:38 PM | Link to this
There is a Pilgreen’s in McDonough and their steaks taste like Ponderosa.
By Aaron
August 21, 2008 12:43 PM | Link to this
I’ve been to Hal’s, Bones, Chops, Stoney River, and Ruth’s Chris.
Kevin Rathbun steak is EASILY the best of them all.
By The Dude
August 21, 2008 12:54 PM | Link to this
Jack’s in Braselton. Fot tubesteak you gotta go to Midtown
By BeeGee
August 21, 2008 12:55 PM | Link to this
For a filet, Hal’s is the best I’ve had, but all around, it’s Bone’s. Haven’t been to Rathbuns, but will since so many like it! Where is it?
By J
August 21, 2008 12:58 PM | Link to this
chops bone in filet all the way
By LGL
August 21, 2008 1:03 PM | Link to this
Stoney River in Roswell, after that Chops
By John
August 21, 2008 1:16 PM | Link to this
NY Prime and Five and Ten in athens
By MMCC
August 21, 2008 1:17 PM | Link to this
A little A1 on a Micky D’s quarter punder. It don’t get any better!
By BH
August 21, 2008 1:22 PM | Link to this
Have never been to Hal’s so I don’t know about them. I will try it. As for the rest, I don’t think that they can touch Chops. Bones was OK, but not anywhere close to as good as Chops or Rathbuns. Stoney River is just an overpriced Long Horns if you ask me. Ruths Chris is good if you like fried steak, but personally, I think Waffle House fries a better steak than them for the money.
By OKSANA SAGDIYEV
August 21, 2008 1:35 PM | Link to this
NY Prime has the best Pittsburgh Style filet in town. Hal’s is as big as a bowling ball and good too. Great scene there. Go to Johnny’s Hideaway after dinner to keep the vibe. I love Rathbun and think he is the best chef in the city but steakhouse has too much ESTROGEN for me! The sides there are the best though. How about that garlic bread and fried oysters at Hal’s?!?! mmmmmm Bone’s sux and relies on nothing but the old school name. Golden Corral is better than Chops. Best steak not at a “steakhouse” is BLUE RIDGE GRILL
By Vince
August 21, 2008 1:37 PM | Link to this
McKendrick’s.
By cae3
August 21, 2008 1:41 PM | Link to this
Hal’s On Old Ivy
By cae3
August 21, 2008 1:41 PM | Link to this
Hal’s On Old Ivy
By Tulsa A. Dawg
August 21, 2008 1:46 PM | Link to this
Picadilly’s Cafeteria in Ansley Mall. The cube steak is amazing. Delish.
By Dan
August 21, 2008 1:48 PM | Link to this
Kevin Rathbun’s steak hands down…
By nw
August 21, 2008 1:49 PM | Link to this
Gabes Downtown in Villa Rica has a very good steak for those Westsiders.
By Byron
August 21, 2008 1:49 PM | Link to this
Killer Creek’s 24oz bone-in cowboy ribeye is outstanding. It puts Chops to shame. (KC’s fried lobster tails are better too!)
By AC
August 21, 2008 1:56 PM | Link to this
Ole Mill Steakhouse!
By Vick Supporter
August 21, 2008 1:57 PM | Link to this
Vick Supporter’s own steak. Its the sh!t!!!
By Sarah
August 21, 2008 2:00 PM | Link to this
Bone’s is the best, hands down!
By Sabrina
August 21, 2008 2:01 PM | Link to this
Bones without a doubt!!!
By val
August 21, 2008 2:06 PM | Link to this
Houston’s steak is good & tender
By jim
August 21, 2008 2:21 PM | Link to this
Ive eaten at Hals, Bones, Chops, etc. By far the best steak i have had in ATL so far is the Balsamic Cowboy cut ribeye at Capital City Grill… try it out you wont be dissapointed.
By jim
August 21, 2008 2:21 PM | Link to this
Ive eaten at Hals, Bones, Chops, etc. By far the best steak i have had in ATL so far is the Balsamic Cowboy cut ribeye at Capital City Grill… try it out you wont be dissapointed.
By CC
August 21, 2008 2:31 PM | Link to this
HAL’s is the absolute best steak ANYWHERE! Cocktails aren’t bad either…
By Molly
August 21, 2008 2:45 PM | Link to this
Capital Grille - without fail
By SP
August 21, 2008 2:50 PM | Link to this
At 2:00 in the morning after a long night at the Cheetah, there is nothing that’s tastier than a Steak and eggs combo at Waffle House. Pass the A-1!
By MikeyB
August 21, 2008 2:52 PM | Link to this
McKendrick’s Steakhouse is THE BEST in Atlanta. Just the fact that it was voted in the top nationally should speak volumes alone but they do have the best!
By MikeyB
August 21, 2008 2:53 PM | Link to this
McKendrick’s Steakhouse is THE BEST in Atlanta. Just the fact that it was voted in the top nationally should speak volumes alone but they do have the best!
By MikeyB
August 21, 2008 2:53 PM | Link to this
McKendrick’s Steakhouse is THE BEST in Atlanta. Just the fact that it was voted in the top 10 nationally should speak volumes alone but they do have the best!
By Alice
August 21, 2008 3:01 PM | Link to this
Copeland’s! Best known for seafood, but has great steaks!
By Ben Reagan
August 21, 2008 3:02 PM | Link to this
Bowling’s Landing in Tallapoosa, GA!
By Bub
August 21, 2008 3:41 PM | Link to this
Hal’s on Old Ivy, no question about it. Their 12 oz. filet is the best I’ve ever had. It never disappoints.
By rerservoirDAWG
August 21, 2008 4:08 PM | Link to this
I like the Kona crusted steak at The Capital Grill.
By Shaye
August 21, 2008 6:19 PM | Link to this
Cabernet in Alpharetta is the best I’ve had, Bone’s a close second.
Apparently, I’m going to have to try this Hal’s place.
Ruth’s Chris is overrated and overpriced IMO—Longhorn has better steaks IME, and obviously for much less.
By darkie
August 21, 2008 6:27 PM | Link to this
you can’t beat the xtra-well done filet at fox sports grill at atlanta station.
not only will it fill you up, but you can be ghetto and put a hair in it when you’re done and send it back and not pay for it.
and you don’t have to tip your server either.
By Rick
August 21, 2008 6:28 PM | Link to this
My BIG GREEN EGG, sitting on my proach.
By Rick
August 21, 2008 6:28 PM | Link to this
My BIG GREEN EGG, sitting on my porch.
By Jackman
August 21, 2008 6:29 PM | Link to this
Best Steak? McKendricks.
By Shelley
August 21, 2008 6:32 PM | Link to this
Stoney River
By bigdawg
August 21, 2008 7:13 PM | Link to this
You make the best at home. Try Patton’s Meat Market in Duluth. Great steaks start with great quality - Certified Angus Choice and Prime are the best. Not just USDA Prime but Certified Angus USDA Prime. They stock it.
By Chesterfield
August 21, 2008 7:17 PM | Link to this
Waffle House! BH had it right when he mentioned how good it is. And a waitress once told me that they sell more steaks than any other restaurant in America.
By Nakia
August 21, 2008 7:34 PM | Link to this
The best steak is at road house.i like the on off of clairmont next to sam’s before it closed. Now i like fillet at the luckykey on lavista across form northlake mall.
By shadow7071
August 21, 2008 7:43 PM | Link to this
Bones!
By Dale
August 21, 2008 7:56 PM | Link to this
You ain’t lived till you had WaHo’s Chop Steak Dinner…sprinkle some of Burt’s chili on that and hot damn it’s been a good day!!!!
By El Martin
August 21, 2008 8:00 PM | Link to this
The Cheetah………..best Prime Meat in ATL!
By juicius
August 21, 2008 8:19 PM | Link to this
I’m a prime rib man myself, but good thing about it is, it’s pretty good almost anywhere that is serious about steak. In fact, one of the better prime rib I’ve had was from Longhorn Steakhouse.
By jop
August 21, 2008 8:32 PM | Link to this
It has to be Chops with McKendricks a close second. The bone in filet is the best in town, end of story!
By M'Karyl
August 21, 2008 8:39 PM | Link to this
Bones, Ruth Chris by far…
By tyrone
August 21, 2008 8:55 PM | Link to this
You haven’t experience life until you go through the McDonald’s drive-thru and order a Big Mag, remove the bun and all toppings, and eat the beef patty by itself.
man, that’s the best steak in the world if you ax me.
By Robert
August 21, 2008 9:02 PM | Link to this
Pampas in Alpharetta by far has the best steaks in Atlanta
Just visited with friends for my 60th birthday and had an excellent time. The waitress gave us excellent service and advise on ordering.
This is an evening out that will be more than just eating out. You can tell everyone in the place is having a great time.
Go all out with the Empanadas Pampas corn and cheese appetizer (which actually served 4 in our party), iceberg wedge blue cheese salad, brick filet steak, with sauteed wild mushrooms and garlic creamy spinach sides.
Top it off with the wonderful dessert crepes prepared at your table. Thin, light, and luscious!
Buckhead will be envious.
By whoDean
August 21, 2008 9:06 PM | Link to this
My favorites are Hal’s, Bone’s, Chops and Capital Grille.
By me
August 21, 2008 9:08 PM | Link to this
The Highland Tap kicks butt! Best filet in Atlanta. Not overpriced and pretentious, either. Ruths Chris is overpriced by far. Good steak but not at all worth the money.
By mkp
August 21, 2008 9:26 PM | Link to this
Kevin Rathbun’s steak is excellent. Ruth’s and Morton’s are ok compared to.
By julia
August 21, 2008 9:29 PM | Link to this
my husband’s filet on our Big Green Egg is best in the city… hal’s and bones tie for 2nd!
By Jason
August 21, 2008 9:31 PM | Link to this
Bones by far has the best steak!!!
By Stephanie
August 21, 2008 9:40 PM | Link to this
Bones. Love the filet served oscar-style!
By midtownrebecca
August 21, 2008 9:59 PM | Link to this
Rathbun Steak on Krog Street. Worth every penny and the sides are amazing.
By Ryan
August 21, 2008 10:09 PM | Link to this
Kevin Rathbun’s Steak - worth every penny…just a lot of them…
By KJ
August 21, 2008 10:11 PM | Link to this
For the umpteenth time, nobody cares about how you cook steak at home. This is a poll for the best RESTAURANT.
Nobody has the best steak “by far”. I’ve been to Bone’s, Rathbun, and NY Prime, and the steaks are all very close in quality.
Only a woman would give 2 sh!ts about “people watching” in a steakhouse.
Right now my vote would go to Rathbun.
By doninMarietta
August 21, 2008 10:21 PM | Link to this
A whole bunch of good steak suggestions but the very best Strip,T-Bone, Filetor “anything” beef has to be the one available at “Don’s” Steak House” in Marietta!
By new mom
August 21, 2008 10:28 PM | Link to this
the filet at Aqua Terra in downtown Buford literally melts in your mouth…worth the drive.
By Marilyn
August 21, 2008 10:42 PM | Link to this
McKendrick’s has the best ribeye…Absolutely!!!
By Egger
August 21, 2008 10:49 PM | Link to this
Kevin Rathbun Steak has fantastic steak. Chops and Bone’s are great if you are on an expense account. The Highland Tap, Vickery’s and The Glenwood all have really good steak for not a lot of money.
By Mike Wade
August 21, 2008 11:00 PM | Link to this
I have been to most of the other Steak Houses brought up…but HAL’S is the best of them all. Also try the Oyster’s. Best service in town too!
By zax
August 21, 2008 11:09 PM | Link to this
Best Overall
Worst - Ruth’s Chris - steaks are fried and waaay to buttery
Best Budget Filet - Atkins Park in Smyrna stuffs a filet with boursin cheese and it is amazing for the money.
By jack hout
August 22, 2008 8:34 AM | Link to this
Dannys Bar and Grill in cobb county has the best steak dinner
By Jason
August 22, 2008 9:05 AM | Link to this
Hals on Old Ivy. Best streak in Atlanta & Best steak in Georgia.
By CAROL
August 22, 2008 9:49 AM | Link to this
LONGHORN STEAK IS THE BEST
By Steak Smarts
August 22, 2008 10:20 AM | Link to this
I’ve been to so many cookouts where the grillmaster cooks steaks on a medium hot fire and they always turn out OK at best. The key is to get your fire (gas or charcoal) as piping hot as possible and don’t be afraid to put some char on them. This aint like cooking a boneless skinless chicken breast. Oh yeah, my vote is for Rathy, good stuff
By Alex Millians
August 22, 2008 10:24 AM | Link to this
Kevin Rathbun Steak beats out Chops 99% of the time, and Bones 90% of the time.
Still, the “best steak” in Atlanta is the (flown-in) Kobe filet at Bacchanalia, when they have it. Heaven on earth.
By Stephy
August 22, 2008 10:30 AM | Link to this
Morton’s all day.
By steak smarts
August 22, 2008 10:31 AM | Link to this
Alex Milians, you’re obviously a complete idiot and have more money than sense.Your statements are laughable
By GaPeach56
August 22, 2008 10:36 AM | Link to this
My personal favorite is Kevin Rathbun Steak with Bone’s a close 2nd.
By Eddie
August 22, 2008 10:40 AM | Link to this
There is a little place in Hall county called Big Creek. It is just up from Holiday Marina and they have the best steaks I have ever had. It is a must to try. Don’t expect a big place but expect a big crowd on the weekends.
By William
August 22, 2008 10:40 AM | Link to this
I travel 6 states extensively. Best steak is in Dothan Alabama.
Conastoga Steak House
By sobe
August 22, 2008 10:50 AM | Link to this
Not sure about the “best”, but the Colonnade on Cheshire Bridge has excellent steaks for a reasonable price.
By Critic
August 22, 2008 11:05 AM | Link to this
This topic has to be the most asked question ever on ajc.com. I would think sobe is on to something mentioning Colonnade, I haven’t had a steak there, but judging from everything else I’ve eaten there, I’d be willing to bet the steaks are pretty tasty. Will have to try Hal’s out now.
By dante
August 22, 2008 11:14 AM | Link to this
Waffle House hands down!!!!
By Big B
August 22, 2008 11:16 AM | Link to this
RUTH’s CHRIS!
By john
August 22, 2008 11:17 AM | Link to this
Hal’s on Old Ivy, no contest.
By DL
August 22, 2008 11:54 AM | Link to this
Cowtippers and Trader Vic’s are the best two steak places of the ones I have tried.
By maddawg
August 22, 2008 12:15 PM | Link to this
Sonny’s off of Indian Trail. Best of everything.
By Regan
August 22, 2008 12:27 PM | Link to this
Frank’s Famous in Palmetto has the best PRIME RIB and steamed Veggies.
By Smackit10
August 22, 2008 12:27 PM | Link to this
Buggaboo’s in Fayetteville, GA. Great steak for a great price.
By big d
August 22, 2008 12:35 PM | Link to this
Ive been to every steakhouse in Atlanta and many across the country and MCKENDRICKS is the best in Atlanta and in the top 5 in the nation.
By Eric
August 22, 2008 1:05 PM | Link to this
To borrow a line from Napoleon Dynamite, “yuhhh……as if you could ever know that”. Unless you have eaten at every place in Atlanta that serves steak and had every cut in each of those places you can’t really answer this question with any authority :)
Having said that, the Chateaubriand for two at Anthony’s is quite good. Stoney River, Ruth’s Chris, etc. etc. Good stuff.
By Al's
August 22, 2008 1:38 PM | Link to this
Best Filet Mignon intown.
By Al's
August 22, 2008 1:38 PM | Link to this
Best Filet Mignon intown.
By Randy
August 22, 2008 1:55 PM | Link to this
Morton’s is consistently the best.
By Kenny
August 22, 2008 2:07 PM | Link to this
Cabernet in Alpharetta
By Jen
August 22, 2008 2:14 PM | Link to this
I must prefer steak that’s fried in butter because I have tasted no better steak than at Ruth’s Chris.
But many of these other places are very, very good, too.
By Jared
August 22, 2008 2:21 PM | Link to this
The best filet is at Hal’s, Bones has the best ribeye.
By sds
August 22, 2008 2:23 PM | Link to this
CHOPS
By Choc Choc
August 22, 2008 2:32 PM | Link to this
Bone-in ribeye at New York Prime is the best.
And whoever specified a “filet” should not be eligible to cast a vote; you’re eating beef, not steak - steak worth voting on has 3 crucial components…it’s prime, it’s dry-aged and it has FAT in it.
And no, i needn’t defend my answer…those who know, know.
By LS
August 22, 2008 2:52 PM | Link to this
Go a little north of the city to Jasper’s Family Steak House.
By Edie
August 22, 2008 2:53 PM | Link to this
Longhorn Steaks On Peachtree Pkwy has the most perfect medium rare filet of any where I have ever been.
By Reba
August 22, 2008 3:10 PM | Link to this
Shocking that you list Kevin Rathbun Steak. Had their steak last weekend and it was tough, plus there was so much butter on the steak, in the spinach, on everything at the table, I woke up thinking I’d eaten a pound of butter. My friends and I all agree. It was NOT good and we won’t go back.
By Lisa S
August 22, 2008 3:16 PM | Link to this
Totally agree w/ Reba. Kevin Rathbun Steak is over-rated. Period. Also agree that the primary ingredient in every dish, including the steak is BUTTER. We will not go back there either.
By jakesdad
August 22, 2008 3:22 PM | Link to this
Hal’s is definitely a top-tier restaurant (we’ve eaten there at least a dozen times over the years) but I’m surprised by the # of people who put it on top. I’m equally surprised that only one person (so far) mentioned Killer Creek (not that it’s my #1 but definitely in the rotation).
I’m something of a steak buff and can’t really say I have an absolute favorite but here are the ones we kind of rotate among (in no particular order): Ruth’s Chris (Sandy Springs), McKendricks, Capital Grill, Bones, Killer Creek and Hal’s. I’d also count myself among those who’d put their own grill up against some of these places anyday - we’re lucky enough to have a Fresh Market right outside our subdivision so we can get the top quality, 2+” strips (my fav) or other cuts…
By Gayle
August 22, 2008 3:22 PM | Link to this
BONES
By Chris
August 22, 2008 3:29 PM | Link to this
PRIME @ Lenox Mall and then Stoney River
By Walter
August 22, 2008 3:31 PM | Link to this
Thanks for all the comments about the locations for the best steaks in metro atlanta. I plan to check out some of the top selections. However, it would be nice to know the price range at the various restaurants. Many of their websites do not list the prices, yes I know listing prices may be considered uncouth but in these economic times I think it is a real concern. Somehow, best and value are related.
By PK
August 22, 2008 3:36 PM | Link to this
I am going to have to go with The Capital Grille in Buckhead. I had a Del Monico, bone in with a balsamic sauce over it that was absolutely amazing. They dry-age their steaks and cook them to absolute perfection!
By David
August 22, 2008 3:43 PM | Link to this
My backyard grill! The Patak butcher shop is 5 mins away, and they have the best steak cuts around! Bring some home and grill it up, perfect every time!
By Kathy
August 22, 2008 3:48 PM | Link to this
Without a doubt - Hal’s on Old Ivy Calling ourselves “foodies” my husband and I have tried them all. In our opinion their is no debate here.
By Lindsey
August 22, 2008 4:00 PM | Link to this
Ruth’s Chris!!
By Cindy
August 22, 2008 4:16 PM | Link to this
Rathbuns - fantastic
By Angela
August 22, 2008 4:21 PM | Link to this
Hal’s is definitely the best. And I think Ruth’s Chris may be the most overpriced food in the history of mankind. Their steak is SO not worth it.
By marshall
August 22, 2008 4:30 PM | Link to this
Rathbun’s Steak in Inman Park. Blows Chop’s away!
By Josh Holmes
August 22, 2008 4:44 PM | Link to this
Chops vs Hals…hmmm? Hals - Blacken Blue cheese on top da bomb Chops - surf and turf - da bomb
By Bee atch
August 22, 2008 4:46 PM | Link to this
Oh come on Waffle house with eggs over easy at around 2:00 am. But sneak in a beer!
By Josh Holmes
August 22, 2008 4:46 PM | Link to this
Chops vs Hals…hmmm? Hals - Blacken Blue cheese on top da bomb Chops - surf and turf - da bomb
By Josh Holmes
August 22, 2008 4:46 PM | Link to this
Chops vs Hals…hmmm? Hals - Blacken Blue cheese on top da bomb Chops - surf and turf - da bomb
By art
August 22, 2008 4:46 PM | Link to this
I have to agree with others: The best steak is from my backyard grill.
The steaks at Atlanta’s famous restaurants (Bones, Chops, Capitol City, Ruth Chris, Hals, etc.) are INEDIBLE. Try ordering a medium rare filet mignon and see how many of them cook it correctly. Not one! The side items are also poor.
If I had to vote for a restaurant, it would be Fogo de Chao. Technically not a steakhouse but a good place to be a carnivore.
By Jason
August 22, 2008 4:51 PM | Link to this
Hunters Pub Hamilton GA. Best steak in the south.
By Jason
August 22, 2008 4:52 PM | Link to this
Hunters Pub Hamilton GA. Best steak in the south.
By Brooke
August 22, 2008 4:58 PM | Link to this
Bones
By Rick
August 22, 2008 5:14 PM | Link to this
I’ve eaten at them all…Bones, Ruth Chris, Houstons, Longhorn, Stoney River, Aqua Terra, etc….The best which blows them all away is Kevin Rathbun’s in Inman Park. I drove all the way from Lake Lanier to try it and it is the best.
By Rick
August 22, 2008 5:18 PM | Link to this
I’ve had them all…Bones, Ruth Chris, Chops, Hal’s, Stoney River, Houstons, Longhorn and by far the best is Kevin Rathbun’s in Inman Park. He blew them away and has won all the national Chef awards to prove it. I drove from Lake Lanier just to enjoy his steaks and other fine menu items.
By Jo
August 22, 2008 5:34 PM | Link to this
Rathbun’s Steak is by far the very best!
By Jim B
August 22, 2008 5:57 PM | Link to this
Hands down the 12 oz filet at Room in the Twelve Centennial Hotel downtown
By Jan S
August 22, 2008 6:13 PM | Link to this
A little hole in the wall in Downtown Douglasville called Gumbeaux has a great steak. A little kick since it is a cajun place. Can’t hardly get in the place on Friday and Saturday nights. Well worth it as well as the typical cajun dishes they serve. Very authentic cajun style place.
By HD
August 22, 2008 6:40 PM | Link to this
Rathbun’s Steak
By Beth
August 22, 2008 6:45 PM | Link to this
Though you may not think of them first, Dantanna’s steaks are by far and away the best I have had in the city. Don’t believe me? Check it out…I promise you will be pleasantly surprised!
By big man
August 22, 2008 7:26 PM | Link to this
hals? you people have got to be kidding.
bones and rathbun’s steak, far and away. hal’s is a wannabe.
By Sarah
August 22, 2008 7:29 PM | Link to this
I’m going to have to give a vote to Texas Roadhouse …. that is some good stuff!
By Sarah
August 22, 2008 7:30 PM | Link to this
I’m going to have to give a vote to Texas Roadhouse …. that is some good stuff!
By Brison
August 22, 2008 7:32 PM | Link to this
BONES
Plus, the service is top drawer
By scott
August 22, 2008 8:01 PM | Link to this
BLUE RIDGE GRILL
By JD Keiss
August 22, 2008 8:26 PM | Link to this
CHOPS! By far, the best filet and best bone-in ribeye in town! Better than Bones, better than NY Prime and Morton’s.
By Mark
August 22, 2008 8:57 PM | Link to this
Flemings is the BEST KEPT SECRET in Atlanta. Outstanding steaks and superior service
By David
August 22, 2008 9:17 PM | Link to this
Prime is the best in Atlanta
By No More Jasper
August 22, 2008 9:46 PM | Link to this
Jasper Steakhouse went out of business over a year ago.
By tina
August 22, 2008 11:42 PM | Link to this
Houton’s has some of the best steak I have ever tasted. I am not sure what they do to it….but it does melt in your mouth.
By HS Teacher
August 22, 2008 11:48 PM | Link to this
Palm, Mortons, and McKetrick are very good. Next best is my kitchen.
Fogo da Chao is a good place for meat and I love to go there for lunch.
I have the cookbooks from Morton’s and McKetrick and they have been very helpful.
By Pamm
August 22, 2008 11:57 PM | Link to this
My most recent favorite is Vern’s Olde Mille Steakhouse on the 285 service road here in suburban Dunwoody.
It’s at exit 30.
Great food and service.
By Harry
August 23, 2008 12:44 AM | Link to this
1) Chops 2) Bones 3) Kevin Rathbuns 4) Houston’s 5) McKendricks (last only because it is OTP)
By Foody
August 23, 2008 7:59 AM | Link to this
HAL’S BY A NARROW MARGIN OVER BONES, THE RATHBUN.
Whoever said no one gets a medium rare steak cooked right is an idiot and hasn’t really been to the top places.
By Caesar
August 23, 2008 10:11 AM | Link to this
I have been a fan of Hal’s for years. After reading this post, I decided to try Rathbun’s last night. My conclusion: If you could combine Hal’s steak with Rathbun’s sides, you’d have the perfect meal. Hal’s has the best steak ever!!!!!!!!!!!
By DSK
August 23, 2008 12:37 PM | Link to this
Rathbun’s is indeed the most overrated steakhouse I’ve even been to - and I’ve been in many. Charred to a crisp, consistently overcooked, and smothered with so much overpowering seasoning that I couldn’t taste the steak. Tried 3 times and had the same experience. I will never go back.
Best steak in Atlanta? McKendricks - hands down. They know how to properly cook and serve an incredible steak.
By DSK
August 23, 2008 12:39 PM | Link to this
Rathbun’s is indeed the most overrated steakhouse I’ve even been to - and I’ve been in many. Charred to a crisp, consistently overcooked, and smothered with so much overpowering seasoning that I couldn’t taste the steak. Tried 3 times and had the same experience. I will never go back.
Best steak in Atlanta? McKendricks - hands down. They know how to properly cook and serve an incredible steak.
By don maxey
August 23, 2008 12:39 PM | Link to this
Without a doubt, Hal’s on Old Ivy is the best steak in Atlanta. I have over 50 people from outside of Atlanta that have eaten at Hal’s and they continue to rave about his food.
By Kevin H
August 23, 2008 1:09 PM | Link to this
Easy - Hal’s
By Cynthia
August 23, 2008 1:22 PM | Link to this
The 60-second steak at The Tasting Room at 6010 sandy springs circle. A real experience!
By Kay
August 23, 2008 3:17 PM | Link to this
I vote for LongHorn on Cobb Pkwy in Acworth - YUM And they treat you right!
By dee
August 23, 2008 3:36 PM | Link to this
Best steak is at Taurus
By Robert
August 23, 2008 3:47 PM | Link to this
I just don’t get all of the gushing over Hal’s. It’s just OK in my estimation. I think there are a number of great steaks in the city, but the experience at any restaurant is a combination of things. I like the steaks at Chops better than Bones, but I like the service and the wine list at Bones better than Chops. I love Rathbun’s food, but I don’t like the 45 minute wait with a reservation and the cramped table in the middle of the room. And so forth. And I will agree with the comment above that the meat at Bacchanalia is always top notch and very hard to beat.
By Brian
August 23, 2008 5:51 PM | Link to this
Surprised no one has mentioned New York Prime. I’ve only been there once, but it was definetely one of the most distinct steaks i’ve ever had in Atlanta, a very smoky flavor; I had the filet. My backyard grill is the #1 steak in Atlanta, beats the hell out of Bones. Hal’s is great, its the BUTTER and SALT that make HAL’s steak taste so good. Haven’t tried Rathbun’s steaks yet, but “Rathbuns’” service has let me down on more than one occasion.
By drew
August 23, 2008 6:46 PM | Link to this
Best Steak (and service) in Atlanta- Bone’s. End of discussion.
By Rick Stewart
August 23, 2008 7:29 PM | Link to this
Bones you get what you pay for excellent every time!!
By George
August 24, 2008 10:34 AM | Link to this
I have to nominate Texas Roadhouse in Snellville. Consistantly great.
By SteakLover99
August 24, 2008 11:06 AM | Link to this
The Picadilly’s in Marietta has a damn good steak. I would put it up against all y’all’s fancy intown steak shops…
By munkyangel
August 24, 2008 11:37 AM | Link to this
We go to Fresh Market and we’ll get the aged Hereford steaks or the grassfeed than head home to cook it on our Big Green Egg. Best Steak I have ever had. Invest now into a Big Green Egg now and you won’t have to pay the price of and overpriced steak house ever again.
By joe
August 24, 2008 12:06 PM | Link to this
All I know it is not the steak house that Jezebel “promotes” every year with their top pick. Talk about being in cohoots together. Boy there’s no bias there.
By TM
August 24, 2008 12:35 PM | Link to this
Hal’s on Old Ivy
By GM31
August 24, 2008 12:50 PM | Link to this
HAY DID ANYONE MENTION HOW THEY GRILL STEAKS AT HOME? CUZ THAT’S MUCH BETTER THAN ANY FANCY-PANTS RESTAURANT LOLZ
By Don't Forget OTP
August 24, 2008 2:01 PM | Link to this
Aqua Terra’s filet, rare, is the best in the northern suburbs, and perhaps all of ATL. (bread and basalmic vinegar dip is divine as an appetizer.)
By Dee
August 24, 2008 2:42 PM | Link to this
Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse - Hands Down!!!
By KB
August 24, 2008 3:00 PM | Link to this
Stoney River Duluth-Incredible!!!
By KB
August 24, 2008 3:01 PM | Link to this
Stoney River Duluth-Incredible!!!
By katie
August 24, 2008 3:12 PM | Link to this
fleming’s near perimeter has the BEST filet in town! i do love chops, bones, and hal’s, but i think fleming’s is even better!
By Beverly Syrinek
August 24, 2008 4:27 PM |