The Most Flavorful Steakhouses in Charlotte

The Capital Grille

★★★★☆ 4.3 (694) • $$$

"Had a fantastic experience at Capital Grille in Charlotte. My husband and I were celebrating our 3rd Anniversary and wanted a romantic evening out. C.G. did not disappoint! Made a reservation at 7. They called us a couple days ahead to verify reservation, asked if it was a special occasion, and explained their dress code, and that valet parking was available. We arrived a bit early and had a delicious champagne cocktail at the bar. Friendly bartenders and guests surrounded us. Very nice ambience. We were seated at our table in a timely manner. Service was excellent. I ordered the Filet with the Roasted Beet and Goat Cheese Salad, both were out of this world! My husband had the Bone-In Ribeye and New England Clam Chowder. He raved about both.Two things were less than perfect...our table was very wide and we were sitting across from each other. Made it very difficult to talk quietly to each other. The other thing we noticed was the dress code was not being adhered to by several of the guests. Thank you for making our anniversary so special!"

Steak 48

★★★★★ 4.5 (533) • $$$$

"We were greeted with "Happy Birthday!" at least three times. (It was Sydney's birthday!) We were seated in a beautifully adorned little cozy box/private area. The drinks were wonderful, I got a No-jito (Non-alcoholic Mojito.) Our server Shervon was amazing! Knowledgeable and attentive! The steak and potatoes blew me away! It was absolutely delicious ! It was AMAZING!!! Totally Recommend! Xo, A+S"

Eddie V's Prime Seafood

★★★★☆ 4.3 (511) • $$$

"My family brought me here for my birthday. The atmosphere was festive it was a few days before Christmas. Before we were seated they decorated the table and left a birthday card I ordered the steak tartare which was excellent they make it table side my family were not fans of raw steak but tired it a they were amazed at how good it tasted. My entree was the seafood tower which more like a seafood loft but all of it was very good quality seafood. I would definitely eat here again if I win the lottery."

The Flipside Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.4 (472) • $$

"My wife and I are in town for a wedding and house shopping. This was our first visit. We stopped in early afternoon to make reservations for dinner and the hostess was very helpful. Our server was excellent I wish I remembered his name. My family and I split a meat and cheese board which was excellent. I had the Rueben. I am very particular about my Rueben's but I have to say it was one of the best I've ever had. My step son had the fried chicken and my wife had the scallops. They said their dishes were also top notch. We will definitely be back!"

Chillfire Bar & Grill

★★★★☆ 4.1 (461) • $$

"We had an amazing meal at Chillfire. The service was great from the moment we entered until we left. Especially our waiter. The food came out fast and was delicious. The restaurant was beautiful. Restrooms were clean. Everything was perfect. I was afraid there would be a long wait given it was a weekend evening, but the restaurant is much bigger than it looks from the outside. There were plenty of available tables and staff, even at 6 pm on a Saturday. We had the poutine appetizer which was very good. It was piled high with toppings and piping hot. I was a bit surprised that the fries seemed more like McDonald's fries than the ones cut in house but they were cooked nice and crispy and worked well with the gravy. For entrees I ordered the Oak Island, which was a 6 oz filet with scallops and side of creamed spinach. My husband ordered the prime rib that was one of the specials that day. He was going to order the queen cut but the waiter said it was only $4 difference for the king, so why not go big. He chose the potato hash as his side. Everything was delicious! The scallops were cooked perfectly, as was the filet. It had a perfect sear while still being a perfect medium through the center. The bacon vinaigrette was a perfect sauce, sweeter than I expected from a vinaigrette which I thought complimented the scallops well. The prime rib was a huge cut and cooked to be a perfect rare. I'm not usually one to order rare myself but being prime rib, it seems to be the way to go. I tried a few bites and it was very tasty. Especially with the au jus to dip it in. The potato hash was a great choice for fhe. The sauce was so creamy and the portion was huge. We both left miserably full but enjoyed every minute of it. I'm already planning my return trip!"

Fleming’s Prime Steakhouse & Wine Bar

★★★★☆ 4 (424) • $$$

"First time but not the last time I'll be visiting. We attended on a Saturday, and we were promptly seated. The staff was very friendly and attentive. The ambiance had low lighting & it's very romantic.The drinks we're delicious & the alcohol was nicely distributed .We started with the seafood tower, crabcakes & stuffed mushrooms. Follow up by the Lobster tails ,Tomahawk steak, mashed potatoes & creamed spinach. 5 stars all around. Food was presented timely, it was hot & delicious."

Choplin's Restaurant

★★★★☆ 4.1 (366) • $$$

"The porterhouse steak here is a meat lover's dream. It's cooked to perfection with a smoky char on the outside and a tender interior. The creamy spinach on the side was the perfect pairing."

Red Rocks Cafe-Huntersville

★★★★☆ 3.8 (418) • $$

"Red rocks is great. Our personal favorite for a nice sit down in Huntersville. The Sesame Tuna is fantastic. I always sub the risotto for mashed potatoes."

Red Rocks Cafe

★★★★☆ 4 (349) • $$

"My fiancé's grandpa is a regular patron at Red Rocks so anytime we are in town to visit we always make time to go to Red Rocks (they even have a burger named after him!) The servers are always so kind and friendly, and the ambiance is great for a family outing. We came in for brunch/lunch and we had a lovely time!"

Oak Steakhouse

★★★★☆ 4.1 (332) • $$$

"Was able to attend an event here and had a solid overall experience. Considering the full private room, the servers did a great job of getting orders and serving food fast and efficiently, and without making mistakes (which was impressive as people came in at different times). I got a ceasar salad, shared a steak and salmon plate with my fiance, and tried the chocolate tarte and dulce de leche blondie for dessert. The highlights for me were the steak and salmon, which were both perfectly cooked. the steak literally melted in my mouth. The chocolate tarte was also delicious. However, the ceasar salad was a little boring, and the sides for the main plates were just mashed potatoes and literally three asparagus all piled together. That being said, if you're looking for a really good steak, you'll get one here. And while I didn't get to try a cocktail this trip, the menu options looked awesome and I would definitely come back for a nice drink."

Link & Pin NorthCross

★★★★☆ 4.2 (280) • $$$

"Came for a dinner and was very impressed with the space inside. We were greeted and promptly seated. We got wings as an app and they were crispy and delicious. As my main I got the shrimp and grits per recommendation of the server and I am glad I did. The grits were creamy and the dish as a whole was absolutely amazing. The shrimp was cooked perfectly and the corn and crunch was a perfect addition. Overall the food was superb and fantastic service."

McCormick & Schmick's Seafood & Steaks

★★★☆☆ 3 (473) • $$$

"Service at the bar was TOP TIER! I went in alone and sat at the bar; I was looking for small bites and good beverage... Opted for their Wagyu Carpaccio and Oysters. Both were FABULOUS! The oysters came with an assortment of accouterments, including a pomegranate vinaigrette, traditional cocktail sauce, and shaved horseradish ice ( this was my favorite of the 3). I washed it all down with a double Casamigos...Highly recommend this restaurant for a great atmosphere and food!"

Red Ginger

★★★☆☆ 3 (451) • $$

"Best Hibachi I've had in Charlotte! The soup and salad were a 10/10. The chicken and steak could use a little more sauce but we're still good. Had a long wait but there's a bar with several tvs to sit while you wait. The restaurant was clean and had cool effects for birthdays and celebrations. Definitely would come back again!"

The Porter's House

★★★★☆ 3.8 (269) • $$$

"I had an anniversary dinner here and found it to be just okay. First, there was a party of really loud people behind us (not the restaurant's fault) which made it hard to hear my partner. Second, we had to send back the grouper because it was raw the first time but it also wasn't completely done the second time either. The bright side was that the mule and mussels were excellent."

Dean's Italian Steakhouse

★★★★☆ 3.9 (237)

"This place is AMAZING! The hubby and I came here for Christmas dinner because we wanted to break from tradition. The ambience was great sometimes it is nice to come to a classic restaurant as opposed to a more modern setting. Our waiter was a man named Alex and he was so professional, friendly and knowledgeable. We started with the steak tartare and lobster, they were so good I forgot to take pics, lol! For our main course we had steaks, it seems like a sin to come to an steak house and not get steak. Everything was great, I wish I could give it 4.5 stars. Will definitely be coming back!"

Lineberger's Steakhouse

★★★★☆ 4 (224) • $$$

"Omg we love this place, and drive an hour to get to it . Please open another restaurant near Matthews !! . First of all I cannot tell you how good the salad bar is . We've been coming here for at least 6 years and it Is always fresh and delicious. I challenge anyone to say there is a better one. With new owners taking over in the last year, the menu selections have gotten better, and the food is always hot and delicious .I even think the cocktail menu got beefed up. On this night, I had the fried shrimp and loaded tots, and hubby had the porkchop .Both were so good. I've also had the 1/2 roasted chicken and it was amazingly moist. We will continue to drive the miles to get there, because we are drawn in by that super fresh salad bar."

Link & Pin Arboretum

★★★★☆ 4.1 (190) • $$

"Excellent food and service. The ambience is romantic and a great place for a date night.The pace is relaxed. Excellent wine choice.Very pleased with our dinner. A hidden gem in the Arboretum."

Jeffrey's

★★★★☆ 3.6 (242) • $$

"Nice and lively - with live music!Very friendly service but slow because it was a busy Saturday night. The food depends on who you ask! We are a party of eight and some really enjoyed their meal but others didn't. The burgers were over cooked; the short ribs were great; the shrimp and grits were perfect; the chicken pasta was good; the tuna tar tar chips were good."

Ichiban

★★★★☆ 3.5 (170) • $$

"A good friend and I frequently go to lunch at Ichiban. I would say 6-8 times in a year. We have always enjoyed our meals: shared sushi rolls and sashimi Usually a tuna roll, and then a special " roll of the day ". A good house salad starts us off. Then the rolls and then an order of sashimi The food is always right on target. We have never seriously thought about going somewhere else for sushi. Why would be - the restaurant has comfortable tables and booths. Add some sake. Well ...... two hours later and we're full and content"

Sukiya Japanese Steak House

★★★★☆ 3.7 (128) • $$

"I'll keep it short. Love coming here for great sushi and hibachi. Prob the best sushi in the area! The customer service is always top notch. If you sit at the hibachi tables ask for 007. He's great! The other staff is always awesome too! Yummy food and you won't leave hungry!"

Sake Express

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (158) • $

"When I'm in the area, Sake express is always my go to place for many years now! Do not get intimidated by the long lines, they move pretty quickly with their fast service. Their hibachi is hands down the best in town. So good!!!"

Kabuto

★★★☆☆ 3 (178) • $$

"I was disappointed with the soup salad and meal... The soup was so bland and the salad dressing was like soup. The scallop and shrimp were cooked to perfection. This can only be a lunch spot. It is too expensive for dinner and lackluster food."

Beefeaters

★★★★☆ 3.7 (115) • $$$

"Will, I wanted to give you another chance, so tonight I had the 10 oz Ribeye, it was delicious cooked just the way it is supposed to be. I have eaten here several times, once I was not happy, but 1 out of 5 with 4 times being great, I have to give 5 stars. By the way there is nothing better than having an owner that is passionate about his food, I met him when I came in and he is passionate! Well done!"

Mac's Breakfast Anytime

★★★★☆ 3.9 (103)

"I took my mom to eat here because it was close to the hotel we were staying at and I was happy I did. The staff was extremely friendly, the food was good and a nice size portion, and the place was clean. The French toast really stood out because it was really tasty. They had a senior menu choice which was discounted. The coffee was the only thing that we found not good. Overall, a great place to visit."

Mill Pond Steakhouse

★★★★☆ 4 (94) • $$$

"the view here is to die for! The food and service is exceptional!! Came here for my anniversary dinner and it was a fantastic experience!"

The Depot Restaurant at Cody Creek

★★★★☆ 3.5 (122) • $$

"The food, service, value, and atmosphere were all outstanding, but it wasn't my choice to come here (was with family) and despite all this, I wouldn't return for one reason:OBNOXIOUS TRUMP PICS EVERYWHERE.But the staff can't help that, so I'm only deducting one star from what would otherwise have been a perfect rating. A shame the owners can't be more professional."

Pier 51 Seafood Restaurant

★★★★☆ 3.7 (105) • $$

"Stopped in at Pier 51 for some Friday night seafood. My family loves Pier 51, the food is so fresh and the service is great. There's usually no wait to be seated, unless you come on Saturday during dinner time or Sunday where family's and groups come after church and there's a discount if you bring the church bulletin and they give a daily 10% senior discount."

Spiro's Hilltop Fish Fare & Steakhouse

★★★☆☆ 3.3 (128) • $$

"New to the area & wasn't sure what to expect, happy to find a new go to dining spot. The food was good, a few hits & a few misses, but still would have me returning! The hits: calamari appetizer was crispy & delicious, the NY strip steak was cooked to our liking and side dishes yummy. The cheesecake was creamy and def the dessert to get. The misses: shrimp cocktail was limp & watery, felt like it was poorly defrosted from the freezer. Would skip next time. The steak & shrimp scampi dinner was underwhelming. Steak was thin so hard to cook more on the rare side & shrimp, an addition of linguini would improve it. The chocolate cake was dry & only saving grace was stealing strawberry topping from the cheesecake. Service both at the bar & in the dining room was great, although bartenders were a little slow once we weren't the only patrons at the bar. Their bread served warm with dinner gets a special shout out. It's the closest thing to bread from NY/NJ I've found down here! They get it from a Greek wholesale bakery (Artos Bakery) in uptown area, but do sell the small loaves for $4.99 if you wanted to take one home!Feels more like a NJ diner then a fancy steakhouse, but I'll be back with the family next time and get a few extra loves of bread to bring home!"

Bones Jones Burgers & Butchery

★★★☆☆ 3.4 (103) • $$

"Let me start by saying for us, going to Bones Jones is 3 hrs round trip and it's absolutely worth it. You get quality food, most of which is local to the area and you taste it. You're not getting box Mac and cheese here. Everything was thoughtfully placed on the menu by Bones himself and you'll catch him in the kitchen many days you visit. The beef rib is new to the menu and we've been to TX and had it. Have had it quite a few places and this one SLAPS! Great smoke, amazing seasoning and bark on it. My husband and I both left with a clean bone. And if you still have room, get the cheesecake or to go is an option."

Rios Steakhouse

★★★★☆ 3.6 (87) • $$$

"Weirdly it's located in a plaza. It's a bit far away from where I live but the parking is definitely better than parking at Uptown where Chima was. So the concept is very similar to Chima. However, they have the buffet and salad bar. From the buffet, I got the Brazilian cheese bread, spaghetti, a Caesar salad and their potatoes salad. Everything was great except the spaghetti. I'm not a fan. Their meat selections was very good. I was surprised not to see any fish selections. But hey I'm ok with it. The customer service was phenomenal. She was alway on top of things. And very accommodating. For the ambiance. It's nice that I didn't have to dress up., because I really wanted to wear paternity pants with all the food that I was eating. However, my only complaint is the music. For a Saturday night. It being a full house. I can't even hear myself think. And there were 8 ppl at our table. So there wasn't much room for conversations.. but other than that it's great:"

Sakura Japanese Steakhouse + Sushi

★★★★☆ 3.5 (81) • $$

"If you're local to Rock Hill/Fort Mill, this is a fair alternative to Nakato's, in Pineville. The chef's put on and excellent show at the Hibachi tables and the front of the house is attentive. It's usually not incredibly busy, so the wait time is nothing like Nakato's, which is a major plus! The building is a bit old and could use some updates, but if you're itching for an onion volcano that might warm your face, Sakura is a good option."

Sizzlin Steak Or Eggs

★★★★☆ 4.2 (53)

"Just the right place for brunch. Great food options and awesome service. Loved the overall experience"

Kabuto Japanese Steakhouse and Sushi Bar

★★★☆☆ 2.7 (121) • $$

"Very good food . Larger servings . I would recommend to anyone . If I had a complaint it would be that they could use more wait staff"

El Valle - Mint Hill

★★★★☆ 3.6 (52)

"AsAs we go here often and take many out of town guest. The staff is always great. Food is alway a good Portion and taste great. A great value for the buck."

Fuji Yama

★★★★☆ 3.8 (45) • $

"Casual hibachi, great portions and good food for the cheap prices. About the best i could ask for coming off a backpacking trip."