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Where do you go for a good steak?
The Atlanta Journal-Constitution
This week’s Nosh Special is about steak. Jon Waterhouse writes, “Atlanta is more than full, with steakhouse options ranging from super upscale to laid back and casual. Wiping the au jus from our chins, we cut into a few and bring you the results …”
Chops, Kevin Rathbun Steak, Taurus, Highland Tap and Longhorn were highlighted, and now we want to hear your thoughts on the matter. Where do you like to go for steak when it’s too cold to grill your own?
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By John
March 12, 2008 11:11 AM | Link to this
If I go out for a steak I go to Logan’s in Athens, otherwise I grill my own. There is no such thing as being too cold to cook out.
By mqew
March 12, 2008 11:13 AM | Link to this
Druid Hill Country Club MMMM mMMM
By Jimmy Etheridge
March 12, 2008 11:30 AM | Link to this
My deck. Best Montreal filets in town.
By Heather
March 12, 2008 11:39 AM | Link to this
Stoney River in Roswell. Their New York Strip is fabulous.
By chuck e
March 12, 2008 11:39 AM | Link to this
Buy filets from Costco, marinate in olive oil, garlic and rosemary, grill medium rare out on my deck with a bottle of red wine… mmmm..gooooood!!
By James
March 12, 2008 11:41 AM | Link to this
Have eaten steaks at The Palm, Bones, Ruth’s Chris and Capital Grill - which were all good. But I have to agree with John, nothing like a steak off of a hot charcoal grill in my own backyard! Those other places don’t even compare.
By timthebrave
March 12, 2008 11:41 AM | Link to this
Hal’s steakhouse in north buckhead. Kind of expensive so Outback or grill it myself if looking for something cheaper
By LilZ
March 12, 2008 11:42 AM | Link to this
I have had awesome steaks at Ruth’s Chris and at a little place called Hal’s, off Piedmont Rd. near Roswell Rd.
By Steak Lover
March 12, 2008 11:49 AM | Link to this
Rathbun’s Steak. Hands down.
By David
March 12, 2008 11:50 AM | Link to this
Stoney River in Roswell is definitely the best!! Sorry Ruth Chris……
By Critic
March 12, 2008 11:59 AM | Link to this
It seems this question comes up every couple of months. High end joints broil their steaks. That flavor can’t compete with a steak cooked over a charcoal fire. And the economic factor makes it a no brainer. And John is absolutely correct, it is never too cold to cook out. I even have a solid deck to cook under that makes rain a non factor, too.
By tlj
March 12, 2008 11:59 AM | Link to this
I am going to try a couple of these places however up to this point I havent had a better steak than the hawaiian steak at houstons…
By woody
March 12, 2008 12:00 PM | Link to this
For a city this big the AJC came up with only 5 good steak places and one is a bar. How fitting.
What a horrible piece of journalism, but mediocrity is very acceptable in this prideless this city.
By Kc
March 12, 2008 12:02 PM | Link to this
The best Steak Ive ever had has been straight off my grill,.. however the best steak I’ve had when out on the town is a Blue Point @ the corner of lexon and peachtree. Alot of people dont know about their super filet (mmmmmm) because they have a south pacific theme but it fantastic and the service it top notch!
By Kc
March 12, 2008 12:02 PM | Link to this
The best Steak Ive ever had has been straight off my grill,.. however the best steak I’ve had when out on the town is a Blue Point @ the corner of lexon and peachtree. Alot of people dont know about their super filet (mmmmmm) because they have a south pacific theme but it fantastic and the service is top notch!
By NICK
March 12, 2008 12:09 PM | Link to this
STONEY RIVER!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
By JJack
March 12, 2008 12:16 PM | Link to this
I always end up at McKendricks in Dunwoody for a great steak. Though Rathbun’s Steak is slowly changing my mind.
If you’re paying, I’ll go to either with great joy!
By crs
March 12, 2008 12:23 PM | Link to this
Tough to beat Chops but McKendricks in Dunwoody is also very good.
By Bubba
March 12, 2008 12:23 PM | Link to this
Dat there Golden Corral has da best steak in Atlanter.
By the truth
March 12, 2008 12:25 PM | Link to this
NY Prime, and the ladies aint bad either. Watch out for the ones who just want you to buy them diner, like flies to S*@T.
By yeppers
March 12, 2008 12:25 PM | Link to this
Oh Woody. The Atlanta bashing is so last year. Please do us all a favor, and go back to where you came from!!!
By the truth
March 12, 2008 12:27 PM | Link to this
NY Prime, and the ladies aint bad either. Watch out for the ones who just want you to buy them diner, like flies to S*@T.
By benice
March 12, 2008 12:27 PM | Link to this
Hey Woody,
Speaking of “mediocrity”, you may want to proof your work. Your last sentence reads “but mediocrity is very acceptable in this prideless this city” .
By cherkee
March 12, 2008 12:38 PM | Link to this
we love the golden corral for all you can eat sirloin
By KPH
March 12, 2008 12:43 PM | Link to this
I like Teds Montana Grill. The Bison tenderloin filet is great. Oh and I dont like Woody.
By Shaun
March 12, 2008 12:47 PM | Link to this
I agree with KPH, Ted’s has the best steak, hey KPH, lets meet there sometime. lol
By KJ
March 12, 2008 12:48 PM | Link to this
LOL @ Chops making it over Bones.
LOL @ Longhorn even being in the discussion.
Tough call between Bones and Rathbun, but I think Rathbun might be better.
NY Prime, Ruth’s Chris, Stoney River, and Fogo de Chao all deserve a mention.
By Anne
March 12, 2008 12:48 PM | Link to this
I’ve been to Stoney River three times now and their steaks are fair at best and way overpriced. I’ve gotten better steaks at Longhorn on Towne Lake Parkway every time I’ve eaten there. I’ve also had great steaks at Aspen’s. But all in all, I agree with all the posters that say nothing beats a steak cooked on a grill.
By johnny
March 12, 2008 12:48 PM | Link to this
waffle house tbone at 4 in the morning. try it sometime.
By Critic
March 12, 2008 12:49 PM | Link to this
Ted’s ruins the flavor of the meat by cooking it in lemon juice.
By EP
March 12, 2008 12:54 PM | Link to this
Ever tried Simon’s in College Park? They have a great serloin.
By Ashok
March 12, 2008 12:55 PM | Link to this
There’s a place on the JCB that serves a mean tube steak. I always try to gobble it up in one bite, but it often triggers my gag reflex.
By Scott
March 12, 2008 12:57 PM | Link to this
The best kept secret in metro Atlanta is Ten East Washington on the square in Newnan. Best filet in town.
By Scott
March 12, 2008 12:59 PM | Link to this
The best kept secret in metro Atlanta is Ten East Washington on the square in Newnan. Best filet in town.
By Aubrey
March 12, 2008 1:03 PM | Link to this
A little off the beaten path but I love Mosaic on Maple drive in buckhead.
By Steaky Shapiro
March 12, 2008 1:06 PM | Link to this
The best Steak is at 790TheZone cha cha!!
By Ashok
March 12, 2008 1:08 PM | Link to this
I forgot to mention, the house glaze on the tube steak is 2nd to none. But make sure you eat the glaze last or else the cook gets angry.
By jerseyboy
March 12, 2008 1:08 PM | Link to this
Stoney River @ Cumberland, hands down.
By freako
March 12, 2008 1:12 PM | Link to this
The Crazy Horse Saloon has a 4.95 T-bone deal….nothing beats eating a steak off a stripper’s a$$. Now where is my Whataburger ?
By woody
March 12, 2008 1:12 PM | Link to this
I like Petsmart they have fantastic kibbles and bits.
By Dunwoody Don
March 12, 2008 1:14 PM | Link to this
Bone’s or McKendrick’s.
By Tim
March 12, 2008 1:14 PM | Link to this
Stoney River has fantastic steaks and great service!!!
By Southoftheborder
March 12, 2008 1:16 PM | Link to this
Benny’s Red Barn on St. Simons Island.
By Lloyd
March 12, 2008 1:22 PM | Link to this
LITTLE RIVER GRILL on the downtown historic square in LAWRENCEVILLE
By Pete
March 12, 2008 1:26 PM | Link to this
Chops is far better than Bones. Bones doesn’t cook a steak as well, and their service is not up to snuff most times. Next choices would be McKendrick’s, Rathbun’s, and Stoney River for runner up.
By Miguel
March 12, 2008 1:27 PM | Link to this
Nothing beats a nicely marbled steak cooked rare and at home. Gotta have that fat within the steak to give it some flavor. A marinade of garlic and a little Dale’s seasoning…I just figured out what I’m having for dinner.
Hey Ashok, your immature comments are not appreciated. Why don’t you just go back to your TV and sit on the sofa to watch Barney until your mommy or daddy comes home?
By JIm
March 12, 2008 1:45 PM | Link to this
Go to Whole Foods. Get a dry aged steak (best meat in town) of your favorite cut — ribeye, NY strip or t-bone. Personally, I love the t-bone — has NY strip and tenderloin meat. Cook it your favorite way. Enjoy with nice cabernet sauvignon. Even if you’re not a great cook, this will be the best steak you have had in a LONG time!
By Mark
March 12, 2008 1:49 PM | Link to this
If you have a good cut of steak, why marinate it? A steak on the grill with a little cracked pepper and salt is the only way to cook a steak. You want to taste the steak, not the marinade or spices.
PS. I’m a professional cook.
By Vince
March 12, 2008 1:49 PM | Link to this
McKendricks in Dunwoody.
By coach
March 12, 2008 1:52 PM | Link to this
Druid Hills Golf Club, Great steaks, great value and great folks
By Voice of Reason
March 12, 2008 1:52 PM | Link to this
STONEY RIVER hands down!
By JV
March 12, 2008 1:52 PM | Link to this
I would have to say Aspen’s in Marietta. I have ate the red barn place, and I didn’t think there ribeye was all that great. Also RC can’t ever go wrong with there filet with all that butter!
By john
March 12, 2008 1:54 PM | Link to this
Hal’s is awesome. Great food & atmosphere.
By KS
March 12, 2008 2:03 PM | Link to this
Interesting. My experience with Bones and Chops has been exactly the opposite of Pete’s. I thought Bones did a better job on the steak and the wait staff were great. Chops wait staff were practically condescending.
By Eric
March 12, 2008 2:07 PM | Link to this
Best steak I ever had was at Bone’s. They not only have spectacular food but you don’t beat the service!
By Critic
March 12, 2008 2:16 PM | Link to this
Right on Mark!! No marinade is needed for a quality piece of meat. The only thing I’ll do is put either a small amount of mesquite or hickory chips on the coals, depending on what mood I’m in.
Also, Pano has gotten his last nickle out of me for failing to respond to a complaint. I don’t care how good Chops might be.
To Coach, when you consider the cost of membership to Druid Hills Golf Club, your statement regarding value goes out the window.
By Mark
March 12, 2008 2:18 PM | Link to this
Butter on a filet? That is wrong in so many ways.
By steaklover
March 12, 2008 2:20 PM | Link to this
TOP TEN: 10. Bones (atlanta) 9. Smith & Wollenskys (anywhwere) 8. Shula’s (Miami) 7. Spark’s (NY) 6. Morton’s (Chicago) 5. Prime (not to be confused with the Prime in Lennox, this one’s in the Bellagio, Las Vegas) 4. Black and Blue (Toronto) 3. The Forge (Miami) 2. Durantes (Phoenix) 1. Capital Grill (Charlotte)
HANDS DOWN, THE CAPITAL GRILL WAS THE BEST STEAK I HAVE EVER HAD. I TOO LIKE TO GO TO COSTCO, GET THOSE WONDERFUL FILETS, AND GRILL THEM ON MY 60” CHARCOAL GRILL..USING A DRY RUB AND A MIXTURE OF OLIVE OIL AND MOTREAL STEAK SEASONING…. MEDIUM PLEASE!!! WITH A NICE RED WINE TO COMPLIMENT.. THEN A FATTY ON THE VERANDA AND IM GOOD!!!
FOR THE MONEY AND THE EXCELLENT SERVICE TRY THE CAPITAL GRILL!!! YOU WILL NOT BE DISAPPOINTED!
By BlakeK
March 12, 2008 2:21 PM | Link to this
Trust me, it’s Hal’s on Old Ivey by a long shot.
By pbred8
March 12, 2008 2:26 PM | Link to this
There are two great places in Griffin. Manhatten’s on the northd side and Hanger 19 (excellant blackened prime rib) on the south side.
By hca
March 12, 2008 2:33 PM | Link to this
Anyone tried or have an opinion of Killer Creek in Alpharetta?
By where'sdabeef
March 12, 2008 2:35 PM | Link to this
Fleming’s is also a good place. The one in Birmingham, AL is always incredible and IMO puts Stoney River to shame. I haven’t been to the one at Perimeter since it opened a few years back, but if they’ve improved to the level of their sister restaurant in B’ham then it has to make the list.
By Stuart
March 12, 2008 2:46 PM | Link to this
McKendricks in Dunwoody…..you can’t beat it!!
By BKT
March 12, 2008 2:47 PM | Link to this
McKendrick’s. Great food, and great friendly service.
By Thomas Minchella
March 12, 2008 2:57 PM | Link to this
Mckendricks hands down, there is a new chef there and h has really improved the food. Try the mac and cheese the best in town!
By where'sdabeef
March 12, 2008 3:05 PM | Link to this
Fleming’s is also a good place. The one in Birmingham, AL is always incredible and IMO puts Stoney River to shame. I haven’t been to the one at Perimeter since it opened a few years back, but if they’ve improved to the level of their sister restaurant in B’ham then it has to make the list.
By Bill
March 12, 2008 3:06 PM | Link to this
How about Charlie’s Steakhouse in Orlando? Aspen’s Steakhouse in the Avenues of West Cobb is also pretty good. But like the pro says, “salt and pepper steak on the grill is best.”
By Corey
March 12, 2008 3:07 PM | Link to this
PEOPLE PLEASE!! Bones in Atlanta is THE best restaurant steak in the southeast. All others who mention any other place have never eaten there. Rathbun’s is a close second though. Kevin knows how to bring it!
By KPH
March 12, 2008 3:10 PM | Link to this
Sounds good Shaun I go to the one at the Avenue at West Cobb every friday at 7:45pm see ya there. Oh and to the blogger that stated they ruin the taste at Ted’s with lemon juice it is lemon butter and they will gladly leave it off if you ask.
By Lynda
March 12, 2008 3:10 PM | Link to this
The best steak in Atlanta is at Hal’s on Old Ivy. I have eaten at most of the restaurants mentioned and for quality, taste and consistency, you can’t beat Hal’s!
By reservoirDAWG
March 12, 2008 3:18 PM | Link to this
Off the charcoal Weber. First marinate in soy, pineapple juice, garlic, ginger, salt and pepper. Marinate it for about 4 hours and cook medium rare. This works best with a ribeye.
By Jimmy Etheridge
March 12, 2008 3:21 PM | Link to this
Hey, Woody, you’re named appropriately! Wherever you’re from, please go back.
By Ub
March 12, 2008 3:27 PM | Link to this
Bones is better than Chops. Stoney River has the best Filet in town. With the crab meat on top!!!!
By jenkem4life
March 12, 2008 3:30 PM | Link to this
Anywhere OTP is not worth the drive nor the effort, mark my words.
By Brad
March 12, 2008 3:31 PM | Link to this
WesMans in downtown White, GA just 40 miles north of ATL on I-75 take 411 north. The Best steak in town!!!!!!!!!!!
By AuGirl
March 12, 2008 3:32 PM | Link to this
HAL’S. HANDS DOWN
By The Dude Abides
March 12, 2008 3:34 PM | Link to this
FOGO!
By StoneBone
March 12, 2008 3:35 PM | Link to this
Pilgreen’s on lee St.?
By Dave
March 12, 2008 3:35 PM | Link to this
I prefer Bones, BEST NY strip and great sides, too. My wife prefers Chops, and, we are going to Rathbuns for her BD later this month.
By Beautiful
March 12, 2008 3:35 PM | Link to this
Hal’s on Old Ivy by far has the best Filet. And the hottest bartenders.
By John
March 12, 2008 3:36 PM | Link to this
All of the people saying places like Stoney River are the best for steaks probably like them cooked way over medium.
By Thomas Minchella
March 12, 2008 3:36 PM | Link to this
Mckendricks hands down, there is a new chef there and h has really improved the food. Try the mac and cheese the best in town!
By Thomas Minchella
March 12, 2008 3:36 PM | Link to this
Mckendricks hands down, there is a new chef there and h has really improved the food. Try the mac and cheese the best in town!
By herman
March 12, 2008 3:37 PM | Link to this
how can you put Longhons in a class with any decent steak house??? Your taste sucks
By herman
March 12, 2008 3:37 PM | Link to this
how can you put Longhons in a class with any decent steak house??? Your taste sucks
By RL
March 12, 2008 3:37 PM | Link to this
If you cook at home and cannot get to a grill you must try Cosco’s Kirklands Sweet Mesquite Rub. Spray the steak with olive oil then apply a light coating of the rub and finish with a light coating of balsamic vinegar. Man oh man it tastes like it was cooked on the grill and with none of the hastle.
The same method works for salmon filets cooked in the oven skin down for 8 minutes.
By Dave
March 12, 2008 3:37 PM | Link to this
I prefer Bones, BEST NY strip and great sides, too. My wife prefers Chops, and, we are going to Rathbuns for her BD later this month.
By Chris
March 12, 2008 3:38 PM | Link to this
The best Steak in this town is by the people who wrote the book on Steak Morton’s the Steakhouse in Downtown. They do it wright period.
By angus
March 12, 2008 3:43 PM | Link to this
Kurts in Duluth, has an awesome porterhousen….Then go back to the Bar for a cigar and a shot of pear brandy…Damn…
By angus
March 12, 2008 3:44 PM | Link to this
Kurts in Duluth, has an awesome porterhousen….Then go back to the Bar for a cigar and a shot of pear brandy…Damn…
By Becky
March 12, 2008 3:45 PM | Link to this
Mark, how about a sprinkle of garlic powder on it?
By Damon Pittman
March 12, 2008 3:46 PM | Link to this
Bones is better than Chops any day. Just at Chops the other night and, frankly, the NY Strip was nothing to write home about. I’ve eaten much tastier steak at other places, and for a fraction of the price. Bones is an institution. Never have a bad cut of meat there. Too many people are wrapped up in the Buckhead Life Group restaurant frenzy. They’re overrated.
By Lori
March 12, 2008 3:47 PM | Link to this
Pampas Argentinian steak house in Alpharetta knocks Chops and Bones totally out of the ballpark.
Wildfire Grill at Perimeter is a close second.
By Lori
March 12, 2008 3:49 PM | Link to this
Pampas Argentinian steak house in Alpharetta knocks Chops and Bones totally out of the ballpark.
Wildfire Grill at Perimeter is a close second.
By Simon Cowell
March 12, 2008 3:49 PM | Link to this
When I’m in the ATL, Stoney River at Duluth and “Oh!..Shut up!!!!
By Hooch
March 12, 2008 3:50 PM | Link to this
Kurts up on the river in Duluth has a porterhousen that is Exquisite…Then go back to the bar for a fine cigar and a sniff of French pear brandy…Damn..
By Lori
March 12, 2008 3:51 PM | Link to this
Pampas Argentinian steak house in Alpharetta knocks Chops and Bones totally out of the ballpark.
Wildfire Grill at Perimeter is a close second.
By JJack
March 12, 2008 3:52 PM | Link to this
hca, Don’t bother with Killer Creek. Steaks are better at Outback. And that’s a scary thought. KC is way full of themselves, with only average meat, poorly maintained facility for the class it’s trying to serve, and an underwhelming staff.
If you’re in that part of town, go to Pampas on Old Milton. Much better than Killer Creek…
By Hap
March 12, 2008 3:53 PM | Link to this
BONES - BEST EAST OF THE MISSISSIPPI
By not a vegan
March 12, 2008 4:01 PM | Link to this
McKendrick’s No.1, no question. Plus they make great martinis. Hal’s No. 2 and ditto the martinis. Chop’s over the too smokey and testerone charged Bone’s for No. 3. And it’s never too cold in Atlanta to grill out, however, the instructions were best steak “out”.
By Tim
March 12, 2008 4:04 PM | Link to this
Morton’s by far has THE BEST steak! Longhorn is not consistent across the chain. A few of them in the Atlanta area can serve a good steak but too often that is not the case. Prime is ok too. Shula’s in Miami is awesome. The atmosphere and service just add to the enjoyment.
But to have a top notch experience with the food, service and restaurant ambiance, give Morton’s a call.
By Eating Machine
March 12, 2008 4:07 PM | Link to this
First, this is about steaks in ATLANTA, so leave the remote locations out. Second, all places mentioned are way, way overpriced. Third, to Herman, I’d be willing to bet that Longhorn gets their meat from the same place as all of the others
By Diva
March 12, 2008 4:09 PM | Link to this
My favorite steak place by far is Longhorns in Mableton,Ga.
By Dunwoody Don
March 12, 2008 4:10 PM | Link to this
Steaklover…. my soul brother.
I’ve eaten at Durante’s a number of times and it is good. Gibson’s & Ditka’s in Chicago could be added to this list as well.
My next fattie is for you.
By GatorG
March 12, 2008 4:13 PM | Link to this
Bones and Chops are too stuffy to me. I’ve had Chop’s kobe steak. It was good, but nowhere near worth the money.
I do think Stoney River is great. The steaks are great, and every one of their sides has been incredible.
I’ve never been to Hal’s, but now I want to!
Finally, I agree that a steak you make at home is almost as best as the high end ones out, as long as you know what you’re doing. I get the ribeyes from Costco, then marinade for an hour or so in half soy sauce, half red wine, and garlic. It doesn’t taste like a marinated steak - just like a really good, juicy one.
By Jeff
March 12, 2008 4:21 PM | Link to this
Marinate a steak for 2 days, put it on a Green Egg with the indirect heat option….now that is a steak!
By CEJ
March 12, 2008 4:22 PM | Link to this
Bones…service, cuts, style…second to none
By Joe
March 12, 2008 4:23 PM | Link to this
Typical Atlanta…did you actually include Longhorn steakhouse on this list, or am I going crazy?
How pathetic is that?
By CEJ
March 12, 2008 4:24 PM | Link to this
Bones…service, cuts, style…second to none
By Lara
March 12, 2008 4:33 PM | Link to this
Well, I love my local Longhorn and the waiter there - oh, that would be the Tucker location and David Dean would be the waiter. He has some pretty funny jokes to share sometimes too! I was always a filet orderer until I tried the Outlaw and it was very good!
But I have to say, I love to get a nice ribeye or strip from Sam’s and season with a little seasoned salt, some cracked black pepper and throw that bad boy on my indoor grill (no matter the season, I can grill!). YUMMY!
By Mark
March 12, 2008 4:35 PM | Link to this
GatorG
If you marinate a steak, then you don’t know what you’re doing dude…..
Becky Nothing but cracked fresh pepper and salt. Any further seasoning can be done at the table if you wish. Marinades and seasonings hide the true flavor of a good steak.
By REW
March 12, 2008 4:42 PM | Link to this
Joey D’s near Perimeter. GREAT steaks and great menu!
By REW
March 12, 2008 4:44 PM | Link to this
Joey D’s near Perimeter. GREAT steaks and great menu!
By REW
March 12, 2008 4:45 PM | Link to this
Joey D’s near Perimeter. GREAT steaks and great menu!
By reservoirDAWG
March 12, 2008 4:49 PM | Link to this
Capitol Grill is up there for me. It may be because we had some left over and the waitress through it away instead of boxing it up as we requested. They cooked our entire order over and sent it home with us. Stoney River has rebounded. They went into a funk when the original owners sold it.
By MB
March 12, 2008 4:51 PM | Link to this
Spot on, Mark…there’s no need for futzing around with a good cut of steak.
I like Rathbun’s, where you can order it blue, in case rare is too cooked for you, and Bones over Chops. Haven’t tried Hal’s yet, but it’s in the neighborhood, so I’ll head over there.
I also have a sentimental fondness for the Highland Tap, primarily because I associate it with many good, long nights of steak, cocktails, and female companionship.
By Jason Greene
March 12, 2008 5:00 PM | Link to this
I still prefer the clubby atmosphere of Bones. The quality of the steaks, the old school service, and the reassurance I get, when I dine with business clients. Bones is top notch, but love Highland Tap for casual steak cravings and those martini’s.
By Mark
March 12, 2008 5:00 PM | Link to this
And remember folks. Always start with the steak at room temp. Never go from fridge to grill. Get your CHARCOAL grill as hot as possible, then cook for 5 mins per side with lid closed, but all vents open. Gas grills are for amateurs. Let sit for 10 mins before cutting. Just FYI….
By Mike Erazo
March 12, 2008 5:12 PM | Link to this
HAL’S ON OLD IVY, BABY!!!!!!!!!!!! HANDS DOWN, THE BEST STEAK IN THE ATL!
By Mark
March 12, 2008 5:25 PM | Link to this
That’s 5 mins per side for a 1 inch thick or more cut of meat. Less for thinner cuts, or rarer thicker cuts. I only use ribeyes, and they come out med rare.
By Greg
March 12, 2008 5:28 PM | Link to this
Try Blue Pointe Grill, hard to find one better.
By Tampa Girl
March 12, 2008 5:35 PM | Link to this
If you ever get down to Tampa, Florida….visit Bern’s Steakhouse. They raise their own beef, then it’s aged….and the BEST steak I have ever had, along with everything else on their menu. http://www.bernssteakhouse.com/ Here in Atlanta, I like Aspen’s in Marietta. I think Stoney River is overpriced and not really that good. I’ve eaten at Chops and liked their steaks as well. But, as pointed out by most of you, I really like cooking on the grill. Nothing like it!
By johnny t-bone
March 12, 2008 5:48 PM | Link to this
Um, for the person who said the best filet in town is in Newnan? What? Do you ever actually come into town? How is that in town for someone in Alpharetta, Canton, or Duluth?
I’ve been to most and some of my favorites are Kevin Rathbun Steak, Chops, McKendrick’s, Longhorn, Stoney River, Ruth’s Chris, Morton’s, etc., etc., etc., and my favorite is Hal’s on Old Ivy. For anyone who doesn’t list Hal’s in their top 1, 2, or 3, they obviously haven’t been. They don’t advertise, similar to Bones and Chops, for the same reason - they don’t need to. The Palm, Ruth’s Chris, Stoney River all are decent, but they simply can’t compete.
Hal’s is my favorite, but I also have the same comment as many others here and that is that sometimes the best steak is at home.
There have been nights where I have stopped by Fresh Market or Whole Foods for a phenominal Ribeye or T-Bone, grill it out over charcoal and can’t imagine having a better steak anywhere in the city. Of course, missing some of the fabulous sides/desserts at the better restaurants is tough to make up for. Oh, and outside Atlanta, if you haven’t been to Peter Luger’s you haven’t been to the best steakhouse yet!
By Gale
March 12, 2008 6:22 PM | Link to this
McKendrick’s offers great steaks! It’s in Dunwoody.
By joe herman
March 12, 2008 7:39 PM | Link to this
Haven’t tried Rathbun’s yet.
But, I thinks that Chops, while good, doen’t make the “cut” when compared to steakhouses you would find in NYC…or Houston (Pappas Brothers) which is the best city for steak.
For my taste Bones…and Capitol Grill for more every day.
Also prefer McKendrick’s to some on this list.
By joe herman
March 12, 2008 7:40 PM | Link to this
Haven’t tried Rathbun’s yet.
But, I thinks that Chops, while good, doen’t make the “cut” when compared to steakhouses you would find in NYC…or Houston (Pappas Brothers) which is the best city for steak.
For my taste Bones…and Capital Grill for more every day.
Also prefer McKendrick’s to some on this list.
By JM
March 13, 2008 12:14 AM | Link to this
It’s not a steak joint per se, but Two Urban Licks has a glorious grilled skirt steak over whipped potatoes, shiitake mushrooms and chimichurri. Nummy!
By Critic
March 13, 2008 7:38 AM | Link to this
I went to buy meat at Fresh Market once, the “meat man” at the counter did not know what I was talking about when I asked if they carried Prime Grade. Enough said. Best steak I have ever eaten was a Prime Grade filet that I bought at Publix and cooked myself.
By Suwanee
March 13, 2008 9:11 AM | Link to this
It is hard to beat a filet from Ruth’s Chris coming out in the butter and melting in your mouth. Capital Grill is just amazig as well. You can argue about cooking your own steaks but those filets from Ruth’s Chris are just to die for.
By KT Datlon
March 13, 2008 9:13 AM | Link to this
for prime beef at a (semi) reasonable price try the Lil RIver Grill in Downtown Lawrenceville. (yes I am serious)
By Suwanee
March 13, 2008 9:14 AM | Link to this
It is hard to beat a filet from Ruth’s Chris coming out in the butter and melting in your mouth. Capital Grill is just amazig as well. You can argue about cooking your own steaks but those filets from Ruth’s Chris are just to die for.
By Boner
March 13, 2008 9:16 AM | Link to this
BONES. No question. Get the Bone’s salad and some onion rings and you’re good to go. Of course I couldn’t go there on a weekly basis as it would break the bank.
By Careful what you wish for
March 13, 2008 9:23 AM | Link to this
Nothing in this world is “to die for”
By Alex
March 13, 2008 9:24 AM | Link to this
Rathbun’s beats Bones and Chops…quality trumps pretense, any day. Bacchanalia can do a nice Wagyu filet, when they offer it.
That said, for heaven, stay home and DIY:
By Kristin
March 13, 2008 9:38 AM | Link to this
The best steak I have ever had was at Bacchanalia. Have you seen their Charcuterie? It’s beautiful! Star Provisions ages their own beef and cures their own meats and salami.
By Shelley
March 13, 2008 9:45 AM | Link to this
The cowboy cut at Stoney River….doesn’t get any better.
By Dan
March 13, 2008 10:20 AM | Link to this
Rathbuns and Atlanta’s best kept secret..The Social House Breakfast Place on Howell Mill, they have a blue cheese encrusted steak that is to die for!!!!
By Mark
March 13, 2008 11:03 AM | Link to this
Alex
No need to sear at 700 degrees. Just cook them 5 mins per side. You’ll get the same result.
By lucaslimo
March 13, 2008 11:18 AM | Link to this
McKindricks of Perimeter Center is my favorite. What’s most important to me and my partner in dine IS consistency! They do it right!
By yagottaeat
March 13, 2008 11:45 AM | Link to this
The best steak I’ve ever had didn’t come off of my grill, it came out of my oven, purchased a full standing rib roast and slow cooked it at 200 degrees for he better part of 4 hours until the internal temp was 120, pulled it out and let stand tented in foil for 15 minutes. The roast literally melted against the knife as it was sliced… Unbelieveable and charcoal be damned!!! Alas I’ve eaten steaks all over Atlanta and I think there are many good choices Ruth’s Chris (downtown, the one at perimeter sucks) Bones, Mckendricks, Fogo de chao (sp?) and I actually like Longhorn, the meat is good and it’s very casual, all you snobbish nay-sayers keep your stuffed shirt outta there, we don’t want you there anyway. Lastly, to Woody…wtf? If you dislike Atlanta so much, move on, I’m sick of people here talking about how they hate it. You don’t like where you are…go somewhere else!
By Critic
March 13, 2008 11:57 AM | Link to this
To yagottaeat, your deal with the rib roast sounds great! For me, that is one thing that is done excellently in an oven. I don’t remember the exact directions, but a while back I heard something about putting one in the oven and setting it to broil for about 15 minutes, and then turning the oven off and leaving it for a few hours. Of course I would research it I were to think about doing it, but your way seems more logical. Anyway, I’m with you on Longhorn, as I said in an earlier post, I’d bet they get their meat from the same place as the others. On top of that, they are owned by Capital Grille, and that’s some pretty good company.
By al jones
March 13, 2008 12:44 PM | Link to this
Nothing beats Bones - not in Atlanta, not anywhere in the USA.
By Meathead
March 13, 2008 1:50 PM | Link to this
Burn’s Steakhouse in Tampa!
By Ang
March 13, 2008 2:02 PM | Link to this
Lil River Grill in Lawrenceville - What a quaint, great place with delicious food - especially the steak!
By Michelle
March 13, 2008 3:50 PM | Link to this
I don’t eat STEAK
By BeefTip
March 13, 2008 4:11 PM | Link to this
Vito’s on I-Drive in Orlando - hands down the best in the country!
By TripleSmoked
March 13, 2008 4:22 PM | Link to this
Let me smoke a 2inch thick Ribeye indirectly for about twenty five minutes on my wood burning pull behind pit. I’ll use hickory and pecan. Marinated about 2hours prior and topped with butter and garlic when mid-rare. I’ll put it up against any and all.
By JJ
March 13, 2008 4:47 PM | Link to this
Not counting my steaks from my grill, the best steads are from Pampas Steakhouse on State Bridge Road in Alpharetta.
By bob
March 13, 2008 4:51 PM | Link to this
for great steak, outstanding service and a really good time, NEW YORK PRIME has it all. the strip with the onion straws for me and filet and loaded baked for my honey - it just doesn’t get any better…
By Reve Batiste
March 13, 2008 5:03 PM | Link to this
Stoney River in Duluth has the best steaks and the best service hands down.
By Mags
March 13, 2008 5:05 PM | Link to this
I don’t have a grill, so my favorites are Longhorns, Outback & Bugaboo Steak House.
By It's what's for dinner
March 13, 2008 6:30 PM | Link to this
Outside of buying a nice whole Choice (practically Prime) Ribeye or NY Strip at my favorite little meat market (Patton’s), getting it cut and trimmed into into 1 3/4” slabs, and doing it right on high heat:
Haven’t been to Rathbun’s Steak or Hal’s yet but thanks for the suggestions.
By Rupricht
March 13, 2008 6:48 PM | Link to this
I’m sure that all of these are good, but ask anyone who works downtown where to get a great steak and they will tell you the Steak & Ale on International & West Peachtree. For some reason, this particular one out of the franchise gets it right every time. Go early for lunch or you will have a decent wait in line.
By Rupricht
March 13, 2008 6:53 PM | Link to this
Sorry, West Peachtree was incorrect for the Steak & Ale.
By steakman
March 13, 2008 8:00 PM | Link to this
Rathbun’s is good. NY Prime is good. Chops is good. But Bones is still the standard.
On the grill, I like to coat a big ribeye with cracked pepper - literally until you can’t see the meat anymore - on both sides. Add a little garlic salt. Then drop it on a screaming hot grill. Be sure to add a few pads of butter on top. That way the butter drippings will hit the coals and soon your steak will be on fire. Let it stand in the direct flame for two or three minutes on each side. You’ll have a nice char on the outside, medium rare melt-in-your-mouth on the inside. Pure heaven.
By HS Teacher
March 13, 2008 8:15 PM | Link to this
The best steaks in ATL are cooked at my house on a hot gas grill; does not matter what the weather is like. I like mine rare with fresh ground pepper and a little steak rub. I add a side of fresh grilled asparagus for a great low carb meal.
Fogo or Carrabba’s are my birthday places. I miss Steak and Ale as our group gathered each Sunday after church to eat there.
Longhorn changed their menu and I don’t like it. I cashed in my gift card last time I went. I do agree, that the service and food is not even at their restaurants.
Ted’s Montana Grill is a great place and it does not matter if the steak is bison or beef it is tender and tasty. The service is always outstanding.
I’ve eaten at a lot of steak places and paid a lot of money. Morton’s is good, but cooking at home wins hands down. DH always says the service is excellent. Last time I ate at Ruth Chris’ I left a 1¢ tip and American Express printed that on the statement.
By Jim
March 13, 2008 8:48 PM | Link to this
Fogo de Chao for the variety of the cuts. Where else can you get to sample so many tasty cuts in one meal? Great flavor without the grease.
The Cowboy Steak at Prime in Lennox Mall is also excellent.
By Derek
March 13, 2008 9:33 PM | Link to this
LONGHORN? LOGANS? are you sure you know how to eat steak!? THE BEST ARE HANDS DOWN RUTH CHRIS AND BONES end of conversation, do these people really eat when they review places! STEAK is meant to be eaten HOT with nothing on it…………..
By EErriicc
March 13, 2008 9:55 PM | Link to this
You kow, I guess it all depends on the situation. In the end I always agree that the best steak is the one that I seasoned and cooked with those wonderful grill marks on my own grill on my own porch. Anything more than medium is for folks to scared to enjoy sushi.
I also have experienced the 3am to 5am Tbone from the Awful Wawfle and can’t deny that when I want something after 6 hours of Bud light(or whatever you choose, NewCastle is great) the it can’t be beat with some over medium eggs and hash’s scattered, smothered, covered, chunked, toppless and diced.
I also have found within my years on this planet that dry aged beef makes the best steaks. You can do it from home but I can’t stand waiting on a piece of meat(Now I know how my-ex wife feels).
If any of you ever get a chance and like the mountains, there is a place in Clarkesville, GA called The Attic. Not to pricey, wonderful service and they will cook it like yall were at the house on a Sunday night with your best friends from down the street.
By EErriicc
March 13, 2008 10:00 PM | Link to this
Sorry you perfectionists, You know is what I meant to spell.
Sorry, my mistake
By Steve
March 14, 2008 1:29 AM | Link to this
Having eaten at Bones, Chops, RC, Stoney River, The Stockyard (Nashville), Morton’s (over-rated and over-priced) and every sorry chain steakhouse out there, there is only one place I put far and above the others.
Ironhorse Steakhouse in Woodstock. Forget RC, Bones and the rest. Those are just more well known, overpriced restuarants. It’s just off 575 at Sixes Rd, so it’s easy to get to. It’s not a pretentious restaurant like others I mentioned, but it clean, fresh decor that doesn’t detract from the meal.
The steak itself is absolutely untouchable for the price ($25-$30 for the steak). It’s the thickest cut of filet I have ever seen, yet cooked to perfection. Their special is a strip covered in a peppercorn sauce, that everyone I have eaten there with says is outstanding (I am a filet fan so haven’t tried it).
One word of caution .. they cook the steaks exactly to order. So if you tend to order a little under or over cooked because you are used to restaurants screwing it up, don’t do it here.
The wait staff is timely, yet not annoying. Some places it’s hard to get more than one bite and a bit of conversation down without being interrupted fror the 16th time. Not here, as they back off and let you enjoy the meal, but keep a close eye on the table to see if anyone is glancing around for service, or if anything is needed. I get annoyed easily by wait staff who just won’t allow you to eat your meal while it’s hot. To me, I would prefer to have no service than constant interruptions.
I do love grilled steaks, but quite frankly, the cuts you get at the typical grocery store lately are very lacking in quality. Butcher prices are as much as eating out, so I just prefer to enjoy not having to do the work.
By Mitch
March 14, 2008 2:06 AM | Link to this
I found it funny Longhorn’s is mentioned, but for steak they’re ok. Oh, Capital Grill does NOT own Longhorns: both are now owned by the Darden group.
By Mark
March 14, 2008 9:30 AM | Link to this
* Michelle, we don’t care*
By Mark
March 14, 2008 9:36 AM | Link to this
TripleSmoked
You sure know how to ruin a good steak!
By Nicole
March 14, 2008 11:10 AM | Link to this
One word - HAL’S
By Laura
March 14, 2008 11:25 AM | Link to this
I love Stoney River the best, by far. I’ve tried many of the others - Bone’s, Chops, Ruth’s Chris, Rathbun Steak, NY Prime. I always prefer S.R. over any. I was somewhat disappointed in my recent visit to NY Prime. I’d heard so many good things about the place & really thought it was a let-down in light of all the hype it’s received. Ah well….
By Hooray for Friday!
March 14, 2008 12:42 PM | Link to this
I saw one other person mention BluePointe and they do, in fact, make a great steak. They are definitely known for their Asian Fusion cuisine but their steaks are VERY good too. I am a medium type of person but I order medium rare there. So amazing. If you go in there, do my friends a favor. Don’t ask for fried chicken or a steak well done. Also, PLEASE tip 15% or more! If you can afford to eat out at Blue Pointe, then you can afford to tip the server well. The service is excellent :)
By gtdave
March 14, 2008 1:07 PM | Link to this
Whose idea was it to put longhorn as a steak place? chains should be banned! Gumbeaux’s in douglasville has a terrific bourbon ribeye. Better known for their authentic cajun food (best in all of atlanta), but the steak is outstanding. Fogo de Chao is awesome too, but don’t cound that as a traditional steak place.
By Its_Me
March 14, 2008 1:19 PM | Link to this
If you’re north of Atlanta, try Downtown Kitchen in Canton. Their steaks are awesome! They make their own steak sauces that go with it perfectly!
By Lynn
March 14, 2008 3:36 PM | Link to this
I have eaten at all these places mentioned but Hal’s on Old Ivy in Buckhead is by far the best and no more “pricy” than Chops or those places. My second favorite is my friend, Todd’s own version of Houston’s Hawaiian.
By meme
March 14, 2008 8:39 PM | Link to this
the best steaks are at stoney river in duluth and the hawaiin steak at any houstons because they are always consistant.
By Kevin
March 14, 2008 10:16 PM | Link to this
HAL’S!! No better guarnteed. They also serve STRONG drinks and the bartenders are nice to look at. I have had steaks from just about every city in the US and Hal’s in on the top of my list.
By Todd
March 15, 2008 8:55 AM | Link to this
Only a few of you have it correct. By far and away the best find is Lil’ River Grill in downtown Lawrenceville. Ask anyone. Best filet (rare/mid rare) anywhere and at very reasonable prices. They also offer a Prime cowboy and some other great fare! Most unique wine list as well. Check it out yourself. www.lilrivergrill.com
By ghost rider
March 15, 2008 1:33 PM | Link to this
The list of steak restaurants provided by the readers sound like a who’s who of the “EXPENSE ACCOUNT SET”. I’ve visited a few of the restaurants listed here, and find most of them pretty good. But, if I’m going to spend MY own money I’ll settle for a Flo’s filet at the Longhorn!
By DB
March 15, 2008 4:38 PM | Link to this
I’ve NEVER had a better steak…..than the one’s I grill at MY house !! Everyplace else is just 2nd best.
By luckee girl
March 15, 2008 10:06 PM | Link to this
The best steaks in the world are the ones grilled by my husband. If you’re going to mention places in Nashville, Florida, Athens, etc., I may as well recommend the Mesquite Pit in Weatherford, Texas. I’d heard about Hal’s before & now I really want to go there.
By Paddy
March 16, 2008 9:35 AM | Link to this
Good call “steaklover” Montreal with olive oil. I also add one tbl of vinegar and water and chill steak about 4 hours.
By Mark
March 16, 2008 1:21 PM | Link to this
* Paddy*
You sure know how to ruin a good steak. Vinegar on a steak? You novices are hysterical!!
By Mark
March 16, 2008 2:34 PM | Link to this
A friend of mine has started selling Italian spice. Check out the website for great recipes. This stuff is awesome!
http://www.difioreseasoning.com/
By Wade Kingston
March 16, 2008 3:54 PM | Link to this
BONES—hands down the best steak I ever had in Atlanta.
By Sean
March 16, 2008 4:16 PM | Link to this
Prime at Lenox Mall uses the same meat as everyone else (Bones, Chops, Rathbun’s Steak), they just don’t gauge you like the other places. And besides, where else can you get sushi as an appetizer as well? Makes the steak that much better!!
By brad
March 16, 2008 9:13 PM | Link to this
Nothing compares to Bone’s and Hal’s.
By Allen
March 16, 2008 10:34 PM | Link to this
Woodfire Grill uses all-natural, humanely-raised meats and cooks them over a wood-fired grill. Flavors are spectacular. Sorry, gas and broiler-house places just don’t compare.
By Ed
March 16, 2008 11:24 PM | Link to this
I have tried them all, for my money, Chops or Capital Grille.
I cook my steaks on gas, minimal seasoning usually. I do use marinades once in awhile. Mark I think your suggestions are generally true but there are times when a marinade is very effective.
By Mark
March 17, 2008 11:18 AM | Link to this
ed
Marinading is normally used for tougher cuts of meat. A steak should NEVER be marinaded. You simply need to buy a better quality steak. And cooking on a gas grill is a sin. You might as well save you some time and broil it! Gas grills are for amatuers.