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Best San Francisco/Bay Area Steakhouses


Whether you enjoy your steak prepared rare, medium or well-done, you can satisfy your carnivorous cravings and dig into a fine filet mignon or juicy rib-eye at one of these top steakhouses in San Francisco/Bay Area.


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5A5 Steak Lounge Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at 5A5 Steak Lounge, San Francisco, CA 244 Jackson St.
San Francisco, CA 94111
415-989-2539 | Menu
An unconventional steakhouse that caters to modern appetites. More...

Alexander's Steakhouse Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Alexander 448 Brannan St.
San Francisco, CA 94107
415-495-1111 | Menu
An adventurous spirit and good steaks define Alexander's. More...

Alfred's Steak House Steakhouse
13/20
659 Merchant St.
San Francisco, CA 94111
415-781-7058 | Menu
Stately, well-known steakhouse with nearly a century of San Francisco history. More...

Bob's Steak & Chop House Steakhouse
13/20
500 California St.
San Francisco, CA 94104
415-273-3085 | Menu
The well-seasoned staff and steaks make this a good choice for that real Chicago steakhouse experience. More...

Bobo's Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Bobo 1450 Lombard St.
San Francisco, CA 94123
415-441-8880 | Menu | Photo
Boutique steakhouse dry-ages its Prime beef four to six weeks for optimal results. More...

Boca Steak & Seafood Steakhouse
14/20
340 Ignacio Blvd.
Novato, CA 94949
415-883-0901 | Menu
One of Marin’s best-designed restaurants is also a destination for its steaks and fresh-grilled seafood with an Argentine accent. More...

Bourbon Steak Steakhouse
15/20
Dining Room at Bourbon Steak, San Francisco, CA The Westin St. Francis
335 Powell St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-397-3003 | Menu
Dinner at Michael Mina's high-end steakhouse is anything but stodgy. More...

El Paseo Steakhouse
14/20
The Paseo
17 Throckmorton Ave.
Mill Valley, CA 94941
415-388-0741
Dramatic chop house featuring upscale American comfort food, owned by celebrity chef Tyler Florence and rock star Sammy Hagar. More...

EPIC Roasthouse Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at EPIC Roasthouse, San Francisco, CA 369 The Embarcadero
San Francisco, CA 94105
415-369-9955 | Menu
Big views, charm and New American cuisine cull the elite to this show-stopper on the Embarcadero. More...

Espetus Churrascaria Brazilian
13/20
1686 Market St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-552-8792 | Menu
A traditional Brazilian churrasco restaurant that specializes in a variety of all-you-can-eat meats carved and served tableside. More...

Forbes Mill Steakhouse Steakhouse
13/20
200 Sycamore Valley Rd. W.
Danville, CA 94526
925-552-0505 | Menu
Juicy steaks and a buzzing after-work singles scene make Forbes Mill one of Danville's true dining destinations. More...

Harris' Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Harris 2100 Van Ness Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94109
415-673-1888 | Menu
The dining room indulges diners and 21-day aged cuts are offered alongside the typical steakhouse sides. More...

House of Prime Rib Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at House of Prime Rib, San Francisco, CA 1906 Van Ness Ave.
San Francisco, CA 94109
415-885-4605 | Menu
If you’re looking for a serene atmosphere, this is not the place; but if you want prime rib, it is. More...

Kincaid's Bayhouse Seafood
13/20
60 Bayview Place
Burlingame, CA 94010
650-342-9844 | Menu
Classic steakhouse with creative preparations. More...

LarkCreekSteak Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at LarkCreekSteak, San Francisco, CA Westfield San Francisco Centre
845 Market St.
San Francisco, CA 94103
415-593-4100 | Menu
This stylish enclave from Bradley Ogden and Michael Dellar gives a Northern California makeover to the traditional, upscale steak restaurant. More...

Medallion Steakhouse au Naturel Steakhouse
12/20
1095 Rollins Rd.
Burlingame, CA 94010
650-342-4922
A modern steakhouse that caters to a wide range of palates, including non-meat eaters. More...

Morton's The Steakhouse Steakhouse
13/20
400 Post St.
San Francisco, CA 94102
415-986-5830 | Menu
Popular chain restaurant serving expensive steaks and seafood in a gentlemen's club-style environment. More...

Ruth's Chris Steak House Steakhouse
13/20
1553 Olympic Blvd.
Walnut Creek, CA 94596
925-977-3477 | Menu
Great chain steakhouse located in Walnut Creek. More...

Seasons Steakhouse
16/20
Dining Room at Seasons, San Francisco, CA Four Seasons San Francisco
757 Market St.
San Francisco, CA 94103
415-633-3838 | Menu
Elegant seasonal fare with a focus on fine steak and seafood. More...

Sundance the Steakhouse Steakhouse
14/20
1921 El Camino Real
Palo Alto, CA 94306
650-321-6798 | Menu
Sundance specializes in slow-roasted prime rib and aged steaks. More...


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