Here Are The Best Steakhouses In Atlanta (With Reviews)

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A nice, juicy steak is the best meal ever. Red meat, done right, is hard to beat.

In Atlanta, there are some very good steakhouses, with many of them enjoying anywhere from neighborhood acclaim to James Beard-level success. Don’t believe us? Keep reading.

Who Has The Best Steak In Atlanta?

Before we show you the very best steakhouses in Atlanta, let’s go over some Basic Steak 101: If you’re ordering a steak, here’s your quick glossary:

  • Ribeye: This cut is taken from the rib primal portion
  • Porterhouse: This tenderloin premium cut comes from the short loin.
  • Center cut: This steak is cut from the upper shoulder of the cow
  • Sirloin: A very lean cut

Here is a visual presentation of some choice beef cuts provided by Otto Grill:

Good Steak Near Me: Check Out These Steakhouses In Atlanta

Of course, how you like your steak is your business. From medium rare, well done to blood-soaked, these Atlanta restaurants know how to serve it.

Bone’s Restaurant

3130 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305  (404) 237-2663

If you come for the king, you best not miss. This Buckhead institution is the defacto king of the city. With its succulent prime beef and seafood, it’s hard to beat. But you’d better get a reservation.

Make a reservation at Bones

A Yelper says: Bones Salad will change how you feel about salads, and it’s a crime to not try either the French onion soup or the lobster bisque.” Address: 3130 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305

Blue Ridge Grill

1261 West Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30327 | (404) 233-5030

Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Blue Ridge Grill: “Absolutely love this place. Busy, bustling, friendly – awesome food, equally awesome staff and service (thank you Angelica, our wonderful server). Everything is great, including a wonderful wine list.”

Make a reservation at Blue Ridge Grill

Chops Lobster Bar

70 West Paces Ferry Rd NW, Atlanta, GA 30305  (404) 262-2675

If Bones is the king, then Chops is the president: confident, immaculate and sure in its power. Don’t be surprised to see a who’s who of old-school Atlanta in this classic chophouse.

Reserve a table at Chops

A Yelper says: “We had the calamari as our appetizer and for the meal I had the prim rib dip with au jus on the side along with a variety salad.”

Cuts Steakhouse

60 Andrew Young International Blvd NE, Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 525-3399

Cuts Steakhouse caters to a lot of visitors to the city, cultivating a foreign following that brings patrons back for more.

Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Cuts Steakhouse: “An elegant display of quality food and service as one. By far the best steakhouse I have been to in Atlanta, or anywhere for that matter. The service was wonderful and the steak and dishes were absolutely delicious!”

Hal’s Steakhouse

30 Old Ivy Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30342  (404) 261-0025

This place is built for entertaining: Open-design lounge, live music, rooftop patio — oh did we mention how good the steaks are?

Make a reservation at Hal’s Steakhouse

A Yelper says: “”Oh and if you get there before 6 they have free appetizers during their happy hours.” Address: 30 Old Ivy Rd Atlanta, GA 30342.

Kevin Rathbun Steak

 154 Krog St NE #200, Atlanta, GA 30307  (404) 524-5600

Kevin Rathbun Steak located in Krog Street Market is one of the best-kept secrets in all of Midtown. Not only the steak but also the seafood continues to get rave reviews.

Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Kevin Rathbun Steak: “I live next door. Tonight was the first time I ate there. I don’t usually eat steak only cause I’m really picky about the way it’s cooked. Rathbuns… amazing! Best steak ever. Our server…Victoria, so sweet and awesome.”

Marcel

1170 Howell Mill Rd, Atlanta, GA 30318  (404) 665-4555

Marcel is a Ford Fry restaurant of the first order. Located in Westside Provisions District, the restaurant prides itself on presentation, as one can quickly ascertain from the decor.

Come with an appetite: Marcel has a mean steak, and you would expect no less from Fry.

Here’s what one Google reviewer says about Marcel: “Marcel is a first class dining experience from food to service. The moment you step inside the staff will greet you like an old friend. The food is amazing and delightful. Steak flavored, cooked and finished to perfection. Cap the night with a baked Alaska and wine pairing. Pamela, Clayton and Bob were the best. Thank you, Ford Fry, for another concept perfectly executed.”

Oceanaire Seafood Room

1100 Peachtree St, Atlanta, GA 30309 | (404) 475-2277
Here’s what one customer says about Oceanaire’s steaks: “The service was exceptional. Very classy. The steak is so well cooked. The food was seasoned so good. Besides what I cook at home I can tell they have a cook that use more then salt and pepper. Quality indeed.”

Sear

265 Peachtree Center Ave NE, Atlanta, GA 30303  (404) 586-6134

Sear, located inside the Marriott Marquis in downtown Atlanta, offers the opulence and style to help you impress that special someone.

After a fresh redesign and menu remake, Sear gives its guests reimagined dishes and an artsy atmosphere tailor made for couples. Yes, every single time.

Make a reservation at Sear

New York Prime

3424 Peachtree Rd NE #100, Atlanta, GA 30326  (404) 846-0644

This is the place you take your out-of-town guests to impress them. The steak is awesome, but the sides are out of this world.

Make a reservation at New York Prime

A Yelper says: “”The bar area is cigar friendly- which I love, but they have great ventilation if you don’t. The steaks have a great char.” Address: Monarch Tower 3424 Peachtree Rd NE Atlanta, GA 30326.

Fogo de Chão Brazilian Steakhouse

3101 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305  (404) 266-9988

If you want to gorge on flavorful meat, this venerable spot has an all-you-can-eat option that makes it a city favorite. A Yelper says: “”Averages around $60 per person but none disagrees that the experience is well worth the higher cost.” Address: 3101 Piedmont Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30305.

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Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse

Embassy Suites Hotel, 267 Marietta St NW, Atlanta, GA 30313 (404) 223-6500

Ruth’s Chris Steakhouse is a fine dining institution around Atlanta. There are several Ruth’s Chris restaurants in the metro area, but the one downtown adds the scenery one would expect in a major city.

Ah, but the steaks. Ruth’s Chris is known to cook a delectable steak.

What To Know Before You Order Your Steak In Atlanta

Before you order your porterhouse or strip steak in Atlanta, you should know some things about it. Here are some facts about steaks that you probably didn’t know.

  • The best steaks are USDA prime steaks. USDA prime steak is the highest grade of meat sanctioned by the U.S. Department of Agriculture (USDA).
  • Ask Them if they freeze their steaks: The choicest cuts of meat should be fresh, never frozen. This creates a tenderness that you’ll love and savor with each bite.
  • Ask them if they ‘age’ their steaks: The best quality steaks are wet-aged (sealed in a vacumm-tight bag for weeks) or dry-aged (stored in air-controlled coolers for weeks) for texture and flavor solvency.

Last Word

Who doesn’t enjoy a nice, well-cooked steak? Thankfully, Atlanta restaurants have some great options.

A nice steak is one of the most tasty, juicy and satisfying meals you can enjoy. Thankfully, Atlanta’s restaurants have plenty of steaks on the menu.

What ever steakhouse you choose to dine at, remember to tip your waiter generously. They’ve had a hard time in the COVID pandemic.

Atlanta has one of the best restaurant scenes in the Southeast, and with state of Southern cooking and an emphasis on the culinary arts at an all-time high, that’s saying something.

When Atlanta’s food is mentioned on a national level, it somehow always reverts back to sweet tea and fried chicken, although the city’s eateries certainly represent those dishes well, there’s so much more.

European-inspired restaurants, Mediterranean fare and Asian fusion all can be found in a 2-mile area of Midtown Atlanta, if we’re being honest. Venture up north a bit into Buckhead and you’ll have some of the best steakhouses as well as fast-casual spots in the city.

CJ Johnson: CJ is a longtime Atlantan who has written a book about Atlanta's food scene. He has also fallen in love with the city's music and sports scenes. He writes about Food, Restaurants, Travel, Sports and Atlanta Culture. Check out the book. https://amzn.to/3RPmbZM