The Best Steak in America! Ranking the popular steakhouses.
Publicado 2022-05-15
Ruth's Chris, Mortons, Outback, Texas Roadhouse, Capital Grille, The Palm, Longhorn, Smith and Wollensky, Flemings!
0:00 Introduction
0:38 Criteria
1:17 Outback Steakhouse
2:28 Texas Roadhouse
3:36 Longhorn Steakhouse
4:50 Mid-range vs. Fine Dining
5:28 Smith & Wollensky
6:39 Morton's Steakhouse
8:14 Fleming's Prime Steakhouse
9:47 The Palm Restaurant
11:33 Ruth's Chris Steak House
13:33 The Capital Grille
15:35 Final Thoughts
In my pursuit of the ultimate steak experience, I embarked on a flavorful odyssey across nine of America's most renowned steakhouses. With a hearty appetite and a discerning palate, I set out to uncover the best steak that this culinary landscape had to offer. From bustling chains to upscale dining establishments, each venue promised a unique interpretation of the perfect cut of meat.
OUTBACK STEAKHOUSE: A stalwart of Australian-themed dining with over 300 locations nationwide. Steak was OK at best.
TEXAS ROADHOUSE: A beloved haunt known for its lively atmosphere and generous portions. Though lacking in refinement, this place exudes a rustic charm. Steak was decent... and "OH YES" those hot rolls are amazing!
LONGHORN STEAKHOUSE: Boasting over 550 locations across the United States featured a 9-ounce filet, bathed in rich butter... winner of the "mid-range" steakhouses.
SMITH & WOLLENSKY'S: Timeless elegance and romantic ambiance. White linen tablecloths and excellent service for all. Though my steak was slightly undercooked, it retained its rich flavor and tender texture.
MORTON'S with its storied history and art deco styling, exuded an air of sophistication and refinement. My filet Oscar, adorned with succulent crab and decadent béarnaise sauce, offered a symphony of flavors that danced upon my palate. Despite its hefty price tag, Morton's delivered an unforgettable dining experience that transcended mere sustenance.
FLEMINGS STEAK HOUSE, King of the side-dishes features a tantalizing array choices - I marveled at the creative flair that infused each appetizer and side dish with a burst of flavor. The steak, bathed in savory butter and cooked to near perfection, offered a tantalizing glimpse into the artistry of culinary craftsmanship. Paired with a decadent chocolate lava cake, it was a feast for the senses that left me longing for more. If the meal were always this good, it would rank higher. Consistency is the key!
THE PALM STEAKHOUSE, with its vibrant atmosphere and timeless charm, offered a welcome departure from the ordinary. This is a velvety filet mignon, I was struck by its unparalleled tenderness and succulent flavor. Despite its humble presentation, The Palm's steak exuded a sense of culinary mastery that left me utterly captivated. Paired with a slice of key lime pie, it was a culinary experience that transcended mere sustenance, leaving me yearning for more.
RUTH'S CHRIS, a longtime favorite among steak enthusiasts, beckoned with promises of unparalleled flavor and impeccable service. As I savored each mouthful of the buttery and sizzling steak, I was struck by its rich flavor and succulent texture. Paired with a crisp wedge salad and buttery mashed potatoes, it was a feast fit for royalty, evoking memories of fine dining experiences past. Though Ruth's Chris fell slightly short of the top spot, it left an indelible mark on my journey.
THE CAPITAL GRILLE, with its refined ambiance and excellent cuisine, The Capital Grille emerged narrowly as the champion in my quest for the Best Steak in America. As I savored each velvety bite of the 6-ounce filet, I was struck by its unparalleled tenderness and succulent flavor. Paired with a crisp salad and decadent blue cheese dressing, it was a culinary masterpiece that left me utterly captivated. Visit for lunchtime to capture deliciousness at an affordable price!
Todos los comentarios (21)
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You did such an amazing job with this video. So informative and professional. I'll have to check out Capital Grille sometime for sure.
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ENJOYED YOUR FANTASTIC VIDEO,NICE WAY OF FAIR ASSESMENTS . FROM ALAMO,TX ..I HAVE SUBSCRIBED.
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Great video. I have never been fond of Ruth’s Chris. I like Longhorn on a regular basis. I have liked Morton’s best many years ago while also going to Palm, Smith and Wollenski, Del Franco, and Sparks. But when I tried Capital Grille, I was bowled over. DEFINITELY THE BEST PREMIUM STEAKHOUSE.
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Nicely done!
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Meat qualities factors 1. meat cut ( ribeye, fliet end cut ) 2. beef marbling score / gradeprime a5 etc 3. doneness ( rare medium ) 4. rendered jelly fat ( slow cooked) 5. crust 6. seasoning 7. herbs / compound butter 8. aging / aging method wet/dry 9. additional tenderizing ( mechanical or chemical ) 10. bone in 11. enhancements ( sauces ) 12. cows origin 13. cows feed 14. cows bread wagyu black angus Not all touchable here but could be something you could link or refer to Then you can get into cooking methods like reverse seared pan seared broiled
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Since the pandemic I’ve notice the quality of the restaurant experience significantly decline at the same time prices have increased. I’ve tried Capital Grill in Houston and can confirm it is an impressive experience. Still my favorite steak experience was in Patagonia. The beef there is amazing and the prices can’t be beat! Filet was a good choice for judging apples to apples. You get significant differences I. Prime beef on NY strip and Ribeyes.
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Just ate at Ruth's Chris tonight (NY strip steak) , and am 250 bucks poorer. The New York strip steak at Longhorn is a bit better, and a fraction of the price (27 bucks including a fantastic salad and a phenomenal loaded baked potato).
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Thanks fir sharing your dining experiences. Throughout your video, you focused on the filet mignon being cooked and lathered in butter and balsamic vinegar. However, throughout all those steaks, I did not hear you mention/critique the beefy taste flavor. To me, the beefy flavor is a major variable worth critiquing.
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Im a truck driver and I've been to every state and tried steaks at a plethora of locations. The quality of meat is different based on location and what cattle ranch it comes from. My top three states are New York, Wyoming and Nebraska. Honorable mention, " Utah". My favorite commercial steak with the best consistency across the board was Long Horn. A lot of people think the best steaks should come out of Texas but in my opinion their cattle aren't as healthy as the others and the meat actually has a low beefy flavor. . My opinion.
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I just ate at Texas Roadhouse. I ordered a 11 Oz. sirloin. Asked for medium rare. The steak came out and it was way overcooked. No juice what so ever and tough as nails. Brought it home and fed it to my dog. I won't be back.
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For a value midrange steakhouse I like Longhorn, for high end steak I love Capital Grille, I’ve never been to Ruth’s , Morton’s, Fleming’s but I plan on going. Now Longhorn, Ruth’s, and Capital Grille are owned by Darden.
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in my area, Outback and Capital Grill, have the same steak supplier .
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I’ve been to ALL of these places. Rankings are fairly similar to my thoughts, except I would put Capital Grille fourth and add in Del Frisco’s in my Top Spot!
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Based on your premise (popular steakhouses) a very nice review. Still, that hot sizzly plate that Ruth's Chris always brings is always worth extra points in my book. Outside of your criteria but well within your travels, did you sneak over to Peter Lugar while in NY? It's still on my short list, as is Bern's in Tampa. I've been to Gibson's and Gene & Gorgetti's in Chi-Town several times. All good, albeit inconsistent, but there is something special about that hot sizzly plate. Impressive that such a large chain like Ruth's Chris can hang with the Independents.
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I fully agree with being a Ruth’s fan. 1 and 2 are a coin flip to me. My late father-in-law loved the Capitol Grille’s rack of lamb. Nice work!
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Ol Steakhouse Co. in Corpus Christi, Tx is the Best Steakhouse!!!
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First off, I love my lunch days. My "weekend" is Tuesday and Wednesday, so a lunch out is always quite and enjoyable. Living in NYC, S&W is probably my favorite from your list, and The Palm right behind. I feel there's better here, but they're not chains like you did here. (Side note.. Peter Luger is terrible) I've been to every one but Fleming's. From the fast food spots, to the top end, they all have their place. I lived in England for a while, Google "Miller & Carter" Morton's ish, and good. Honestly, the best steakhouse is my own kitchen!
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I thought this was serious until I saw outback and roadhouse on your list. Prime. Evaluate cereal next time.
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This should have been two videos… you cannot compare USDA Prime steakhouse and Choice grade. In fairness there is not really a true PRIME filet since it must be connected to the PRIME strip to be considered prime - Porterhouse. There is not enough fat ribbons in a filet to be graded prime. Also note, Fleming’s was started by Paul Fleming - who was the largest Ruths Chris franchisee… he sold them back to Ruths and then started Fleming’s based exactly on Ruths Chris… Anyway, I could go on. Good video but not a fair comparison.
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Them finer joints he stopped telling the price,but printed them😂 for the money I just had a bone in rib-eye in Maine at roadhouse fantastic .😊
