The Most Flavorful Steakhouses in Austin

III Forks

★★★★☆ 4.2 (687) • $$$

"Amazing meal. Celebrated my wife's birthday. Cocktails were fabulous. Salads were delicious. Steaks cooked to perfection. Sides were delightful. Service was impeccable. No fewer than a dozen people were constantly helping one another to ensure nothing was missed. They have some sort of CIA inspired communication protocol between every worker. They know what you are eating and all knew it was my wife's special day. First class attention to detail - right down to the complimentary birthday goodies. The bar and main dining areas have much more ambience. The back room is more intimate and quiet for discussions. Top notch."

ALC Steaks

★★★★☆ 3.9 (707) • $$$

"Had a really great experience at ALC. When we first planned to go it seemed like it would be a quiet night. That quickly changed upon arrival and it turned out to be a very full crowd. Luckily, the wait time wasn't long and the crowd gave it a nice feel. We ordered the crab cakes and sirloin soup for starters. The crab cakes were pretty good. The sirloin soup is their version of a beef stew and it came with rice and had a nice spice to it. For dinner, we had the steak with garlic mashed potato and the sampler sauces. The honey garlic pork chip with a baked potato. Their off menu item for kiddos (chicken fingers and fries) and the bacon truffle Mac n cheese. I also had a mocktail the strawberry spritz. Everything tasted great. I would definitely recommend this place for a date night or celebration. If you're looking for a more causal side, they have a separate bar menu and happy hour."

SP Brazilian Steakhouse

★★★★★ 4.8 (377)

"We are staying for two months in the area. Been trying all the spots. Not inexpensive but absolutely fantastic. Best meal in Lakeway."

Fresh Heim

★★★★★ 4.6 (401) • $$

"A sleepy spot inside a shopping center that provides nice clean eating at a reasonable price. Typically when I think of Asain food, I think of greasy plates and nice full stomachs after finishing. That is definitely not how I felt after leaving Fresh Heim. Instead, I was nice and satisfied but feeling great. I ordered the Bulgogi Bibimbap and was quite pleased with the overall size of the serving. I do wish the plate had just a bit more flavor to it, but nothing a little hot sauce can't solve. If you are in the area and looking for a clean eating spot, this is a great option to have in your back pocket."

The County Line

★★★★☆ 3.5 (624) • $$

"My colleagues and I came here on a Monday evening and I was a bit underwhelmed. The interior was clean and it gave an authentic vibe with great views overlooking the area. We asked our waitress for recommendations and I went with the sausage, brisket, corn on the cob, and a side salad (which was huge and a full sized salad! as a non-Texan). The brisket lacked flavor and the corn on the cob had no seasoning like salt or butter on it at all. We also ordered some wings for the table to share and they were a bit dry. Based on the great reviews we saw on Google, we were a bit underwhelmed by the flavor and didn't find that anything stood out."

CARVE American Grille - Barton Creek

★★★★☆ 3.9 (498) • $$$

"My coworker suggested Carve American Grille as a halfway point to meet up and I'm so glad we picked this spot! Making a reservation was simple and easy, and I'd highly recommend it--when we arrived on a Wednesday evening, it was busy, but thanks to our reservation, we were seated immediately.The service was exceptional. Our server was amazing--knowledgeable, attentive, and helpful with menu and drink recommendations. I tried the Orange You My Favorite Mule and the Daiquiri Down Under, and both were absolutely delicious. For starters, we had the gruyere topped popovers and the filet tenderloin toast, which came highly recommended by our server. Both were excellent choices! The Gruyère was so big! Thankfully it's hollow inside. I didn't want to get stuffed from bread. The tenderloin toast comes with five pieces. It's an explosion of flavors; bacon jam and horseradish cream. We also shared the Cheffy Whipped Mashed Potatoes, which were creamy and flavorful. You can definitely share this as the three of us shared it. The capers in the mashed potatoes was an interesting choice. It was good. They know what they are doing when combining flavors and ingredients. For my entrée, I had the Fireworks Chicken. It comes out with a sparkler on it. The chicken was very tender and easy to cut, and the potatoes it came with had a nice spice and kick to them. The restaurant itself was clean and inviting. The bathrooms were spotless, and I appreciated the separate family bathroom--thoughtful details like that make a difference. Parking was a breeze, which is always a plus!Knowing that Carve is a sister restaurant to Perry's Steakhouse (which is on my list to try), I was really impressed with this first experience. I'll definitely be coming back again for the great service, drinks, and atmosphere."

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Domain Northside

★★★★☆ 3.7 (548) • $$$

"I had the pleasure of going to Perry's steakhouse again for a Friendsgiving. I have to say the service and the food and the price was amazing.Jason, our waiter was super attentive got all of our orders correct it was a large group plus he was always coming back to see if we needed anything else and cleared our tables and then packed our leftovers because it was a big group. They did charge us an 18% gratuity but because Jason gave such great service, I went ahead and gave him another 10% on top of that . Jason was a super awesome waiter.We got the big pork chops that they only serve on Fridays and I have to say it was cooked perfectly great smoke flavor and was very tender. I got the fully loaded mash potato and it was great. I also got a side of their grilled veggies, and I have to say the flavor and the texture the veggies was super great.This restaurant has superior ambience, even though it was busy everyone there could hear each other talking without a lot of unnecessary noise Perry's is always packed so if you're going to go there, please make a reservation. This is fastly becoming one of my favorite steakhouses.The manager came by our table and welcomed us, which was an extra added touch. Great food, great service and wonderful ambience. Perry''s steakhouse is now on the top of my list."

KOBE Japanese Steakhouse

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (545) • $$$

"What a show. It's been a long while since I've been here and I had forgotten how engaging and entertaining the chefs are as they prepare the food at your table. I had the noodles and chicken and my wife had the noodles and steak. They all come with stir fried vegetables, a very mild ginger tasting broth, and white rice. Other additions or substitutes are available at extra charge.Your food is prepared for you right at your table around the large flat top grills and what a show it is. The chef engages with the diners as he shows off his knife and spatula skills which are very impressive by themselves then he adds touches of fire and flame throughout as well.If you are looking for a dining experience and a show at the same time, this is the place to go. The chicken teriyaki was very good and my wife really enjoyed the noodles and steak as well. If you have room after the pile of food the present, you can end it off with a delicious cheesecake drizzled with caramel and chocolate for desert.Of course, they also offer a selection of wines and beers."

Cafe Blue at Hill Country Galleria

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (468) • $$

"Wow! Best kept secret in the Hill Country Galleria! Has always been a great spot for happy hour; however, their recently revamped menu and deals are off the charts awesome!Over several visits, I have made my through the entire app menu. I highly recommend the crispy ribs, curried mussels, truffled beef tips...heck all of it! Scrumptious! And of course raw oysters when in season. Peel and eat shrimp is an easy choice as well. HAPPY HOUR available in entire restaurant and patio Mon - Fri 3-6pm AND reversed on Fri & Sat 9-10pm. 1/2 off apps, oysters, pae shrimp...and draft beers, select wines by the glass, and their killer sig cocktails. A nice place to enjoy lunch or dinner, but the HH is what keeps me coming back. I'm hooked (pun intended; haha). They moved to a different spot years ago in the HCG. Still nice interior ambience. The large side patio is great for outdoor dining and always has a breeze during the warm months."

Dean's Italian Steakhouse

★★★★☆ 4.4 (276)

"Dean's Italian Steakhouse is the ultimate date night destination--perfect for a splurge or a special celebration. Yes, the prices are on the higher side, but every bite makes it worth it. The service was impeccable, with our server checking in just the right amount to make us feel taken care of. And the food? Absolutely unforgettable. I'm still dreaming about that incredible shrimp pasta, and don't even get me started on the bread pudding--it was pure decadence. Oh, and those dinner rolls? Impossible to resist. If you're looking for a meal that lingers in your memory, this is the place."

Cafe Blue Downtown Austin

★★★★☆ 3.5 (410) • $$

"I had the crab stuffed flounder and it was possibly the best piece of fish I've ever had in my entire life. Mashed potatoes and green beans were good too, and the portions were great.I sat at the bar, and the bartender was very nice and attentive. He does need to lean his whiskeys tho.Would come back here for seafood any time."

Tokyo Steak House and Sushi Bar

★★★☆☆ 3.2 (427) • $$

"Tokyo Steak House is a wonderful place to celebrate special moments. It appears to resemble Benihana restaurant setup, but a bit more affordable.We celebrated my daughter's 32nd birthday. But since she was not available, we dined in her honor. I read the reviews and determined that folks either have a "Loved it" or Hated it" experience. (Yet I notice restaurant management always replied to the negative comments). From 5 stars - 1 stars. I couldn't decide, so I went with the opinions of my fellow "Elites". Most of them had a 4-5 star experience. When we arrived at least three of the teppanyaki grills were already occupied. We wound up dinning at our own grill, with no other guests. I've eaten at Benihana restaurants before and always had a full table, so this was a bit definitely different. I've always enjoyed the fellowship of strangers over a good meal. We both order Sirloin Steak combo meals. My wife ordered Sirloin Steak and Chicken. I ordered Steak and Salmon. Our Chef arrived and started the show. I've already seen it performed at two other tables, so I knew the drill. Yet our guy was very enthusiastic about his performance. But his true skills were revealed in his cooking. Watching him prepare the meals was poetry in motion. Both steaks were seasoned well. Cooked as requested and quite juicy. Lots of butter and what ever "secret sauce" is in the red mystery bottle. My salmon was nice and tender, with a slight crust on the outside. Just the way I like it (how did he know???) While watching him cook, I thought for sure it would be over cooked, yet I hesitated to comment. Glad I did, as it was prepared perfectly. Overall service was outstanding! Delicious food. Price reflected the quality we enjoyed. My dining experience was fulfilled. Come celebrate your next event at Tokyo Steak House. They have plenty of steel teppanyaki grills. There are also tables to just enjoy the meal, without the show, although at some tables you might get a partial view. It's a great affordable way to enjoy Asian cooking that isn't takeout. Come and enjoy the fun. Michael C. - Georgetown, Tx."

Nagoya Steak and Sushi

★★★★☆ 3.6 (324) • $$

"We have been coming to Nagoya for years. Their bento boxes are great, sushi is fresh, and hibachi is amazing. We also enjoy sitting at the bar and chatting with the bartender, CJ (she has worked here for years and she is great!) You really can't go wrong with Nagoya."

Kobe Japanese Steak House

★★★☆☆ 3.1 (387) • $$

"servers are always super nice and check up on you pretty consistently and keeps us updated on our order if it's taking long ! food is great it's become my favorite restaurant to go to :) !!!"

Acre 41

★★★★☆ 4.1 (214) • $$$

"Darkly lit, low key, nice hotel restaurant. Easy to get a table when I arrived and the waiter knew how to back off from too much chatter to a weary traveler. If in the hotel or nearby U of Texas, I'd recommend."

CARVE American Grille - Central Austin

★★★★☆ 4.1 (177)

"Enjoyed their Thanksgiving dinner menu! I have always had a wonderful experience and meal at Carve. When I saw they were having a Thanksgiving menu special, I made my reservation. Parking wasn't bad at all. There is a parking garage near by, but also street parking too. This is a residential kind of neighborhood, so it's pretty quiet. I checked in at the front desk. Since I'm single, they offered open seating at the bar or a table. I chose the bar area. It's such a beautiful restaurant inside. There is a large glass room where you can see a carver carving up the steaks just as you walk in. The bar is very nice too. High top, marble counter, very large area. Along the outside of the bar are lots of tables and a few TV's. Outside seating this time of year, is glasses walls with heaters. Otherwise, in the summer months the glass is gone and it's all open, just gorgeous in the summer. Today it was chilly and windy, so the glass protects you while you're eating. It is actually pleasant outside with the shelter glass walls. I looked over the cocktail menu while I waited. I decided on the Texas Tiki, which was suggested to me by the bartender. It's a rum based drink. It was really good. Nice flavor, and not too sweet. For the Thanksgiving menu, you can choose the turkey dinner or the prime rib. I decided on the turkey dinner. I also chose the butternut squash soup. The soup came first and wow, I make butternut squash soup, but it's never tasted like that! Soup was absolutely flavorful. When my meal came, I was so amazed how much food was on the plate. No way will I ever finish all that food. Turkey was nothing I've ever had before. Rich beautiful smoked flavor. Fresh cranberry sauce with a light tart flavor, fresh lightly steamed green beans and rich mashed potatoes and a soft fluffy stuffing. Remember when I said no way will I eat all that food. I did, and it was worth every single bite. I went happily home with a food coma. Service was fabulous too. I'm already looking forward to next Thanksgiving at Carve."

Texas Land & Cattle

★★★☆☆ 2.8 (268) • $$

"I was surprised to see the rating for this place! I'm a pretty picky person and found this is a decent place. Love the fireplace ambiance! Truly a cozy place. Food is good, I liked the Smoked Sirloin, personally think it's better than the Top Sirloin in my opinion. Service is good. Will be back for sure."

Sushi Japon & Hibachi Grill

★★★★☆ 4 (9)

"Food is delicious, new location is conveniently located. Service was quick and personable. Would definitely go back."

Roaring Fork

★★★★☆ 4.1 • $$$

"On a random whim, my friend and I had the chance to go see a comedy show at Paramount Theatre and we were wanting to grab a bite before the show. Since we were running a bit late we felt it was best to go somewhere that was near the theatre. Roaring Fork fit the bill and we decided to go check it out. It was my first time coming here so I wasn't sure what all to expect. You can definitely get the vibes of it being a signature steakhouse but it was super warm and inviting. The fire pit near the front entrance was a very nice touch. You have to enter the restaurant through the hotel as their street entrance is closed, but I feel it was due to safety reasons.We were able to be put at a table in less than three minutes which made it all the easier to eat on time. The menu has a little bit of everything but the main elements that I got from the menu was steakhouse, New Mexican cuisine, and standard dishes including salads and burgers.Our appetizers included their cornbread and the "lamb pops" with fondue which were both pretty tasty. Just be mindful the bread normally paired with the fondue has pecans in the crostini. So if you're allergice please be aware of that.I had their burger which was very nicely cooked and was super refreshing. The burger patty didn't soak the bread which is how you know it was constructed well. Don't worry about the bacon as it came out super crispy.Wasn't' that big of a fan of their truffle fries so I probably will just keep their standard fries next time. My drink of choice was a signature mocktail/zero-proof cocktail was very light and refreshing. I feel like their signature drinks are all well done."

Perry's Steakhouse & Grille - Downtown Austin

★★★★☆ 4.1 • $$$

"First a disclaimer that this review is based on visiting for a Christmas Eve dinner as our families weren't able to get together. We brought kids knowing that this was going to be fancier than a place that we would typically bring them, but they weren't out of place as there were many families with kids. My wife and I ordered the prix fixe dinner which did not disappoint. Not that I needed more food, but I would have wished that we could get the soup and the salad. My wife had the salad and I had the onion soup. I would say the onion soup was ok, but heavy on the bread and light on the onion. For the main course, we both ordered the filet of mignon with lobster topping. Both of our steaks were cooked perfectly with a generous portion of whipped mashed potatoes.The kids of course ordered sliders and chicken fingers that came with what my daughter described as fancy ranch. No complaints were heard.For dessert, my wife ordered the trio to try, but probably shouldn't have. The pumpkin cheese cake was amazing and plenty to share for all of us.The big surprise though was that Santa made an appearance. The kids were over the moon with the experience. The only trouble was settling them back down after he check if they were on the naughty or nice list. This was unexpected and really made the night.While we typically would visit for a date night without kids (strongly recommend the steak flight with the Wagyu A-5 steak), we recommend coming here with family for a special occasion as well."

Bartlett's

★★★★☆ 4.1 • $$$

"My absolute fav restaurant. My Birthday Restaurant. My date with myself restaurant. My watch sports restaurant. I literally don't eat all day before coming here for dinner. Best Salads and I love the chef salad with buttermilk garlic dressing! note: does have egg, bacon, cheese, and croutons. This is not the time for healthy with this salad. Spinach artichoke dip with that roasted salsa is all the yumminess and more. So creamy & spinach full. Left overs of this are delish in eggs.The pear Martini is phenomenal!! Decadent but also cold and dirty.The bartenders know what's up. The female bartenders are so magically talented here. You have to just watch them as they flow with the technique & showmanship. Although I prefer to sit at the bar booths, I love the open kitchen which is visible from the dinning room tables. Top quality meat; ground daily for the burgers. The Hickory burger is my go to with the loaded baked potato. Vibe is always on point whether that be the low key candles as romantic, the fire pit on a cold evening, or game night at the bar (there is one TV that is old & color is bad which is a vibe in itself). For some odd reason I hope they never upgrade. In the winter you can dine outside by the warm cozy fire. Or after dinner, I like to sit out and watch the sunset to finish my drink. The service is outstanding & team oriented to ensure customers are satisfied and "attended" to. The personalities of those coming in is fun to observe. Including myself as I always have "watchers" given I am sports tuned in, eat extremely slow to fully enjoy each bite, hyper focused on food flavors, and a generally silent vocally person with a very loud energy who LOVES to dine alone. I have heard tables trying to figure me out. I do the same with them; it's fun!Sometimes I get invited to join them :-)To end your meal, you must have the Sundae. My only improvement feedback for Bartlett's to move the Sundae back to a regular on the menu. For some reason it was moved to every other month. I only go when the month they have the Sundae. Right now that is January, March, May, you get the every other month thing. You can't go wrong with a meal here and drinks on the patio after to extend your evening. I always spend $130 on just myself inclusive of pre-dinner & after dinner drinks, app, meal, and dessert. Basically all full courses. It is worth every single drip of beverage and bite of the meal. Enjoy!"

Steiner Ranch Steakhouse

★★★★☆ 3.6 • $$$

"Came from West Texas for my neice's wedding/ this venue was amazing! The steaks were beyond my expectations and cooked to perfection. The cocktail hour appetizers were on point. The ambiance and venue were great!"