Favorite Steakhouses

Rankings are based on our most memorable delicious steak flavor. When available, we compare the Tomahawk steak.

Top to Bottom ranking
Uncle Jack's Meat House (1st visit only w/opening staff)
Arnette's Chop Shop - cowboy steak
Luci's Steakhouse
Barnsley Garden's demi-glace steak
Chops Lobster Bar
Sugo's - filetto
The Distict: Seville Steak & Seafood (Pensacola) - porterhouse
Little Alley Steak
Kevin Rathbun Steak
--tied--
Hal's "The Steakhouse" on Old Ivy
Pampas Steakhouse
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Kaiser Steakhouse
Fleming's Steakhouse
Cattle Shed Wine and Steak Bar
Noona Meat and Sarfood
Cabernet Steakhouse (didn't order the tomahawk,but will try again with tomahawk and re-evaluate)

Chops Lobster Bar 11/11/22

We ordered the Tomahawk steak priced at $132. Unlike many others, this was not an aged tomahawk steak but it was seasoned perfectly and earned 5th place on our family's list. Overall this was a fantastic experience! Nearly every dish was excellent and the service was impeccable. Our server Matthew, assisted by Tyler, were absolutely fantastic throughout the evening. We also had their special appetizer tonight - the 5 ounce blue crab claw - which was absolutely superb, served with a sweet mustard remoulade for $39. The escargot with puff pastry for $18 was fantastic, but their wedge salad was average at best. Their specialty hashed potato tots with blue cheese truffle aioli was tasty and then we finished the meal with the white chocolate banana pie.

Luci’s Steakhouse 10/29/22

Luci's ranks #3 on our family's steakhouse list (as of the date of this post), measured by the most memorable and best tasting steak. For consistency, we usually order the Tomahawk if available. The Tomahawk's outer layer was seasoned very well and the meat was tender. With the right combination of the seasoned exterior, meat and marbling this steak took 3rd place in our book. For $200, the overall steak wasn't a standout. It could use a roasted garlic bulb and shallot garnish to distinguish it from others. The sweet chili brussels sprouts were delicious as wellThe sweet chili brussels sprouts were delicious as were the mashed potatoes. The brussels sprouts will probably the best I have ever had. The Tuna tartare for $22 was terrible. There was no flavor, the fried wontons were stale and the cucumber was too vinegary without any hint of sweetness. The lobster bisque was too salty and lacked richness. The french onion soup definitely has promise but there was a touch of vinegar flavor that was misplaced in this dish. The roasted red pepper dip that was served with the bread was a nice change, but it did leave an odd aftertaste. The noise level was just right and we really enjoyed the live pianist and singer. our server, Alfredo, was a true delight and the team Ellie and Charlie also did a nice job.

The District: Seville Steak & Seafood (Pensacola, FL) 12/28/21

As of 11/11/22, this steakhouse comes in at #7 on our family's steakhouse list. We had the porterhouse for $125.

8 Overall Rating - Grace 1720 10/5/12

5155 Peachtree Parkway #320
Norcross, GA 30092
(678) 421-1720
http://www.grace1720.com/

Ambiance: 10
Located in the Forum at Norcross. We had the perfect weather for an evening on the patio. We sat next to the fire outside and it was so relaxing. The fountain behind us provided a soothing and calming effect with its flowing water. The interior's Old World feel was very nice, although we didn't spend much time inside.

Food Quality: 7
The blue cheese caramelized onion dip was absolutely delicious!!!

The vegetarian pasta with chicken was light, yet full of fresh flavors. Its white wine butter sauce was light and offered a nice balance to the dish. There was a good mix of veggies including sun-dried tomatoes, mushrooms, olives, red onion, zucchini, red bell peppers and spinach.

Greg loved his shrimp and grits. The grits are purchased locally, although they tasted a little undercooked to me.

Service: 9
The staff was very present, though they remained discreetly behind the glass door. Our water glasses never dropped below the half full. Overall, they did a great job taking care of us.

Value: 8
We were frugal with our orders. There are more pricey items on the menu, but we were able to get two entrees and one appetizer (no drinks) for $69.45.

8 Overall Rating - The Spence 8/7/12

75 5th Street Northwest
Atlanta, Georgia 30308
(404) 892-9111
http://www.thespenceatl.com/?landing

Dinner with Sabo - yea! It's been far too long, my friend!

The Spence is another hot spot from the Concentrics restaurant group. They've really expanded their portfolio of eateries in the ATL.

They offer a unique menu. You need to be willing to explore and venture outside your normal palate to enjoy their food. I tried, unsuccessfully, with one dish...but at least now I can say I've tried sweetbreads!

Ambiance: 8
Trendy restaurant located on the corner of 5th and Spring St. Of course, the concrete floors made it difficult to hear (as usual for me).

Food Quality: 8
Interesting coconut butter served with butter topped rolls.

The Porcini Noodles, Oxtail, Egg & Truffle dish was delicious!

The Corn Creme Brulee was fantastic too!

The Buffalo Fried Sweetbreads were tasty, but I couldn't get past my first one. I had too many visuals in my head from the texture which made it difficult to continue eating.

The Not So Simple Green Salad had a surprising kick with thinly sliced jalapenos, sliced carrots, radish, and light Greek goddess dressing.

The Corned Lamb Tostadas & Guajillo Salsa were light and balanced just right - the flavors worked great with one another.





For dessert, we had the Milk Chocolate, Peanut, Burnt Banana Ice Cream - it was Uh-Maze-ing (but much too small)! Those little brown specks that you see in the picture were not cocoa dusts either...they were part of the design on the plate!

Service: 9
No issues with service.

Value: 7
Small plates...dessert for $7 (check out the portion size).

9 Overall Rating - Red PrimeSteak in OKC 7/11/12

504 North Broadway
Oklahoma, OK 73103
http://redprimesteak.com/

Ambiance: 8
Very cool ambiance. Open floor plan with neon red accent lights throughout the restaurant.

Food Quality: 9
They offer one of the best prix fixe menus I've ever seen! For $39, you select from each of the following categories, but unlike most prix fixe menus you're offered a really good variety from the main menu.
- appetizer
- entree
- side dish
- dessert

The bread was served with velvety smooth, warm butter which was speckled with salt.

The Chop House Salad was deliciously unique. I would definitely recommend it.

I opted for one of their steaks. What's really amazing about this experience is you get to choose both a crust and a sauce. I decided on the Bleu Cheese Crust and the Brandy Mushroom Sauce. In addition to all of that, every steak is served with roasted garlic cloves (OMG)!!! The mushroom sauce was incredibly delicious! I have to admit that this was one of THE most enjoyable steaks I've ever had.

As my side dish, I chose the Flash Fried Baby Spinach, which I found to be mediocre and greasy.

Unfortunately, I didn't enjoy my dessert which was the Strawberry/Peach Meringue. I should have listened to our server and ordered the chocolate dessert instead.

Service: 10
Don and Karen are regulars at this restaurant, so the service was superb!

Value: 9
The prix fixe menu is absolutely the way to go. I would give this a 10 rating for value, but if you decided to order off the menu, you should plan to spend some money which is why I rated them a 9 on value instead of 10.