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Best Steakhouses In New Orleans

There are times when you can play around with your dinner, and there are other times when you want some steak. This is one of those times. And on some occasions, only the best steak will do.

What To Know Before You Order Steak

Think about how you want your steak served: rare, medium rare, medium well or well done.
Consider whether you want a lean cut or fattier cut.
Do you want your sauce on the side or on the meat?

Once you’ve made your decisions, it’s time to order a great steak. Here are some great places in New Orleans that serve steak on the menu:

Where To Get A Great Steak In New Orleans

If you’re a lover of steak — the texture, color and how it’s cooked — you should know that New Orleans has all the beef.

Chop House New Orleans

322 Magazine St, New Orleans, LA 70130 | (504) 522-7902

Here’s what one reviewer says about Chop House New Orleans. “Their steaks any cut are cooked to perfection. Their seafood platter was the best. The lobster was the best I ever had.”

Mr. John’s Steakhouse

2111 St Charles Ave, New Orleans, LA 70130 | (504) 679-7697

Here’s what one customer says about Mr. John’s Steakhouse: “The best food I have ever had! The ribeye was to die for! Our server I believe was William who was awesome!”

Doris Metropolitan New Orleans

620 Chartres St, New Orleans, LA 70130 | (504) 267-3500

Here’s what one diner says about Doris’s: “Perfect from beginning to end. The octopus appetizer was cooked to perfection and delicious. The steak was, hands down, the best I’ve ever had. The wine was amazing. The server was the pinnacle of the evening. He knew the menu and wine list inside out.”

Chandelier Bar

2 Canal St, New Orleans, LA 70130 | (504) 434-5100

Here’s what one customer says about Chandelier Bar. “Gorgeous place to grab drinks and enjoy the new Four Seasons vibe in New Orleans. They have a great selections of hand-crafted cocktails and small bites menu. All the bartenders were super knowledgeable and courteous with great personalities!”

La Boca Steakhouse

870 Tchoupitoulas St, New Orleans, LA 70130 | (504) 525-8205

Here’s what one reviewer says about La Boca Steakhouse: “We set out from our hotel, looking for a not too pricey light dinner, a bit of a rarity in NOLA, and found delicious small plates at La Boca. Service was friendly and helpful. On our way in, we were advised by another incoming dinner that the steaks are the best in town, better than all those well known high end spots nearby. After tasting the delicious choices we made, we wished we had been hungrier!”

Galatoire’s 33 Bar & Steak

215 Bourbon St, New Orleans, LA 70112 | (504) 335-3932

This is what one customer says about Galatoire’s: “Hands down the absolute best steak in NOLA and the service is impeccable!!! Crab cakes are to die for and the salads are perfection! I’m getting hungry just typing this review!!”

Steak Knife Restaurant

888 Harrison Ave, New Orleans, LA 70124 | (504) 488-8981

Here’s what one patron says about Steak Knife: “This will ruin any other steak for you. The fried oysters are the best I’ve ever had. I won’t even attempt to eat them anywhere else. Do yourself a favor and eat here. It will be the best dinner you have ever had.”

Rib Room

[In the Omni] 621 St Louis St, New Orleans, LA 70130 | (504) 529-7045

Here’s what one customer says about the Rib Room. “Pleasantly surprised. Prime rib and mashed potatoes were great. I was seated quickly for dinner despite not having a reservation. Hostess and waitress were very pleasant. Worth coming back.”

Rizzuto’s Ristorante & Chop House

6262 Fleur De Lis Dr, New Orleans, LA 70124 | (504) 300-1804

Here’s what one customer says about Rizzuto’s. “Always a go-to for Italian and steaks! The best in the city. In a place with so many different options, Rizzuto’s is a must and we go a few times a month because it’s a classic. Get the Spinalis Steak and take advantage of Wine Wednesday (when select bottles are half off!)”

Final Word

New Orleans 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 New Orleans’ food is mentioned on a national level, it somehow always reverts back to gumbo, which is the best around, although the city’s eateries certainly represent those dishes well, there’s so much more.

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Keisha Smith

Keisha Smith is a Contributing Writer who attended college at Southern University A&M College in Baton Rouge. She is currently writing a book on south Louisiana culture.