From classic filets to innovative sides, our editors rounded up the top 10 steakhouses in DC.
A spread from CUT DC.
BLT Steak
Dripping with contemporary charm, this steakhouse pairs warm bistro vibes with an impressive menu. Steak enthusiasts will be excited to find Japanese A5 Miyazaki ribeye, Australian Wagyu and more. Top off the cut of your choosing with lobster fondue, shrimp or crab for a decadent experience. 1625 I St. NW, bltrestaurants.com
Bourbon Steak
Enjoy local ingredients, premium steaks and a luxe steakhouse experience curated by chef Michael Mina at Bourbon Steak. Premium steaks like Japanese A5 Wagyu striploin and Australian Wagyu dot the menu, with the option for add-ons like roasted foie gras, Malossol Imperial Ossetra Caviar and more. 2800 Pennsylvania Ave., NW, bourbonsteakdc.com
Charlie Palmer Steak
Next time your steak cravings take over, secure a table at Charlie Palmer Steak. The elegant yet rustic steakhouse boasts some of the top premium cuts in DC, including Roseda Farms’ filet mignon, hanger steak and more, with the option to add foie gras or blue crab. 101 Constitution Ave. NW, charliepalmersteak.com
CUT By Wolfgang Puck
Head to Georgetown to experience chef Wolfgang Puck’s masterful steakhouse. Nestled in the Rosewood Hotel, CUT features steaks like Japanese Wagyu sirloin and USDA Prime filet mignon. Explore their extensive whiskey bourbon menu to pair with your dish. 1050 31st St. NW, wolfgangpuck.com
The Grill
Just steps from the wharf, The Grill pairs traditional steakhouse bites with a fresh flare. Indulge in classic steak cuts, seafood and creative side offerings, with the option to upgrade your plate with lobster, Gulf shrimp or crabcakes. 99 Market Square SW, thegrilldc.com
Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Crab
After a meal at Joe’s Seafood, Prime Steak & Crab, it’s no surprise the steakhouse has been a staple for over 100 years. Hand-carved steaks include bone-in filet mignon and bone-in ribeye, among other desirable cuts. The menu also indulges potato purists with six distinct potato sides alongside classic steakhouse sides. 750 15th St. NW, joes.net
The Palm
For a quintessential DC experience, complete with senator and celebrity run-ins, book a table at this old-school steakhouse. The menu is loaded with premium cuts like pastrami-crusted bone-in ribeye and Kagoshima A5 Wagyu New York strip. 1225 19th St. NW, thepalm.com
The Prime Rib
Founded in Baltimore in 1965, this family-owned steakhouse exudes old-school glamour. Indulge in the restaurant’s signature roast prime rib, or select a steak cut like filet mignon, New York strip, or bone-in ribeye, all USDA Prime certified. 2020 K St. NW, theprimeribs.com
St. Anselm
This American-inspired tavern in the Union Market District is a must-try for steak lovers. Cut into the New York strip, butcher’s steak and an array of hormone-, antibiotic- and steroid-free meats perfectly prepared. Each bite is paired with in-season vegetables and flaky buttermilk biscuits. 1250 5th St. NE, stanselmdc.com
Voltaggio Brothers Steak House
Indulge in wood-fired steakhouse classics at this eatery. Voltaggio Brothers Steak House is inspired by the brothers’ home state of Maryland and features nostalgic design details with a modern twist. Whether guests enjoy a classic filet or a creative blue crab pop tart, they are sure to leave wanting more. 101 MGM National Ave., mgmnationalharbor.mgmresorts.com
Photography by: Courtesy of CUT DC
