Houston features some of the best steak houses in the nation. Here are the top 10 steak restaurants in Houston, according to 10best.com, a website that collects editors' picks from magazines such as Southern Living and Cooking Light.
This South American-style restaurant fuses Latin cuisine with American ingredients, such as beef marinated in chimichurri sauce as well as pork, chicken and seafood. The desserts at Churrascos, such as tres leches cake, are also favorites.
Churracos
2055 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX
713-527-8300
www.cordua.com
At Fleming's, the aged USDA Prime beef is hand-cut daily, and the wine list includes more than 100 by-the-glass options. This dining establishment also offers a wide selection of seafood as well as Sunday brunch featuring prime rib.
Fleming's Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar
River Oaks Center
2405 W. Alabama St.
Houston, TX 77098
713-520-5959
flemingssteakhouse.com
This authentic Brazilian steakhouse features gaucho chefs roasting meat on skewers. Fixed-price meals include an all-you-can-eat bonanza of steak, pork, chicken or lamb, salad, and side dishes such as fried bananas, rice and beans.
Fogo de Chao
8250 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77063
713-978-6500
www.fogodechao.com
At this upscale eatery, servers present dinner selections by bringing out a cart of options and sharing stories about each dish. The featured steak is a 24-ounce porterhouse, but the menu also includes entrées like blackened swordfish and Maine lobster. Morton's also prides itself on a great martini.
Morton's, The Steakhouse
5000 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77056
713-629-1946
www.mortons.com
Walk into Pappas Bros. and you'll feel like you've entered a men's club of old, complete with smoker's lounge and leather chairs. Entrees include a wide variety of filets, strips, and chops, as well as excellent seafood, all cooked to order and served with seasonal vegetables. A well-stocked salad bar and assortment of desserts complete the meal.
Pappas Bros. Steakhouse
5839 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77057
713-780-7352
www.pappasbros.com
This chain bills itself as the "Home of Serious Steaks," and the slogan is well deserved. Steaks arrive at the table with a dollop of fresh butter melting over the top. Ruth's Chris features an extensive wine list and superior service.
Ruth's Chris Steak House
6213 Richmond Ave.
Houston, TX 77057
713-789-2333
www.ruthschris.com
This elegant steakhouse takes its name to heart, with plush velvet booths and photographs of scantily clad 1920s cabaret performers. But the décor is contrasted with classy service and impeccable steaks, perfectly aged and broiled. Excellent sides include creamed spinach and goose-fat cooked potatoes.
Strip House
1200 McKinney St.
Houston, TX 77010
713-659-6000
www.striphouse.com
This acclaimed restaurant offers a quintessential steakhouse experience as well as a wine list featuring more than 300 international selections. Featured entrees include Delmonico steak and dry-aged sirloin as well as veal chops and grilled swordfish.
The Capital Grille
5365 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77056
713-623-4600
thecapitalgrille.com
Popular in Houston since 1978, The Palm features authentic Southern charm as well as delicious steaks and seafood. Featured dishes include a 36-ounce New York strip for two, broiled crab cakes and veal Francaise.
The Palm
6100 Westheimer Road
Houston, TX 77057
713-977-2544
thepalm.com
This local favorite features a piano lounge and counter dining. The menu features filets, rib eyes, veal chops, chicken, and lobster, as well as an award-winning wine list.
Vic & Anthony's Steakhouse
1510 Texas Ave.
Houston, TX 77002
713-228-1111
vicandanthonys.com
