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Best Washington D.C. 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 Washington D.C.


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BLT Steak Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at BLT Steak, Washington, DC 1625 I St. NW
Washington, DC 20006
202-689-8999
Super-sophisticated ambience and American steakhouse fare that's worth every penny. More...

Bobby Van's Steakhouse Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at Bobby Van 809 15th St. NW
Washington, DC 20005
202-589-0060
Another one of DC’s swanky, mega-beef houses. More...

Bourbon Steak Steakhouse
15/20
Dining Room at Bourbon Steak, Washington, DC Four Seasons Hotel Washington, DC
2800 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20007
202-944-2026
Elegant cuisine for the über gourmet. More...

The Capital Grille Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at The Capital Grille, Washington, DC 601 Pennsylvania Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20004
202-737-6200
A powerhouse steak destination on the Capitol end of Pennsylvania Avenue. More...

Charlie Palmer Steak Steakhouse
15/20
Dining Room at Charlie Palmer Steak, Washington, DC 101 Constitution Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20001
202-547-8100
Beefing up DC's red meat profile. More...

J&G Steakhouse Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at J&G Steakhouse, Washington, DC W Washington DC
515 15th St. NW
Washington, DC 20004
202-661-2440
Chic signature restaurant of famed chef with steaks and much more. More...

Morton's The Steakhouse Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at Morton 1050 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20036
202-955-5997
Come for one of the aged, top-quality porterhouses. Service is excellent, as is the wine list. More...

Morton's The Steakhouse Steakhouse
13/20
Dining Room at Morton 3251 Prospect St. NW
Washington, DC 20007
202-342-6258
Beef, giant lobsters, lamb and seafood; don’t leave without trying a soufflé. More...

The Palm Steakhouse
13/20
1225 19th St. NW
Washington, DC 20036
202-293-9091
Despite the beefy influx of steakhouses, this place still offers one of the best deals in town. More...

The Prime Rib Steakhouse
13/20
2020 K St. NW
Washington, DC 20006
202-466-8811
Old-fashioned, overstuffed top-grade beef meals keeps this steakhouse popular with upscale diners. More...

Ruth's Chris Steak House Steakhouse
14/20
Dining Room at Ruth 1801 Connecticut Ave. NW
Washington, DC 20009
202-797-0033
One of several area steakhouses in this restaurant group with predictable, sound beef-centric meals. More...

Ruth's Chris Steak House Steakhouse
14/20
Washington Convention Center
724 9th St. NW
Washington, DC 20001
202-393-4488
One of DC’s better-known steakhouses with a full meaty menu. More...

Smith & Wollensky Steakhouse
14/20
1112 19th St. NW
Washington, DC 20036
202-466-1100
An all-American steakhouse with bountiful portions and prices to match. More...


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