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Say goodbye to your grandfather’s steakhouse, and say hello to see-and-be-seen buzz, Russian novel–sized wine lists, and molecular mixology. These sizzlin’ steakhouses also deliver prime cuts in a thousand permutations of meaty perfection—from grass-fed and dry-aged to adobo-rubbed and pepper-crusted. Chophouses have never paired porterhouses and panache so well.
Best Sizzling Steakhouses in....
Best Sizzling Steakhouses
Miami
Prime 112 112 Ocean Dr., South Beach, 305-532-8112 prime112.com
The Draw: This hot spot in South Beach is—surprise!—all about the food. The Scene: This see-and-be-seen restaurant is a contemporary take on the traditional steakhouse, with leather banquettes, warm amber lighting, tabletop lamps on the bar counter, Sinatra playing in the background, and flawless service. In season, it’s so difficult to get a table that you can count on diners being famous, monied, or well-connected. Mon–Thu noon–3pm and 5:30pm–midnight, Fri noon–3pm and 5:30pm–1am, Sat 5:30pm–1am, Sun 5:30pm–midnight. $$$$ Hot Tip: Reservations are absolutely essential. If you can’t book well in advance of your trip, have the concierge work on it as soon as you check in.
The Draw: One of the dazzling Fontainebleau’s high-profile restaurants, Gotham Steak from Alfred Portale brings together perfectly prepared steaks, fresh seafood, and more than 500 wines from around the world into a sleek, sophisticated space. The Scene: Not your clubby, stuffy steakhouse, Gotham Steak is light and airy, bounded with a stunning two-level glass wall of wine bottles, and featuring both indoor and al fresco dining. The steaks—American Wagyu, Brandt Farms, Niman Ranch—are grilled over hardwood charcoal, and then broiled to perfection. Oh, did we mention it’s in the oh-so-hot Fontainebleau? Expect lots of eye candy. Daily 6pm–close.Lounge 5:30pm–close. $$$$ Hot Tip: Reserve a downstairs table to watch the open kitchen at work. Football season? Enjoy tailgate menus on Sunday and Mondays (rib eye sandwiches and lobster rolls) while you watch the games on big flat screens.
The Draw: Meat Market is indeed a double entendre, serving hot, luscious, fabulous steaks to hot, luscious, fabulous people in a sleek and sexy setting on busy Lincoln Road. But unlike some of its clients, Meat Market’s beauty runs more than skin-deep: This is one serious steakhouse, with an impressive seafood menu to boot. The Scene: Quickly gaining a reputation as one of South Florida’s best restaurants, Meat Market is features an extensive menu that includes starters such as cedar-scented hamachi and entrees such as wild African pheasant and seared Florida grouper. But it’s the signature steaks that demand attention: tasty wood-grilled center New York steaks, Kobe tenderloins, and reserve cuts such as the 16-ounce Harris Ranch bone-in filet mignons with ancho and coffee rubs. An array of custom sauces and luscious sides complete the picture. Mon–Thu 5pm–midnight, Fri–Sat 5pm–1am. $$$$ Hot Tip: Reservations are a must on weekends. Expect a loud, buzzy bar scene, and dress up; this is a great place to show off some skin.
