The 10 Best Steakhouses in San Francisco
Let yourself indulge in the magic of biting into a juicy steak that just melts in your mouth. In San Francisco, there are plenty of steakhouses that promise this indulgence, but just a select number truly deliver. Read our list below to find out which San Francisco steakhouses are completely worth splurging on.
1. Leatherneck Steakhouse
Hotel Restaurant, Restaurant, Steakhouse
What’s better than a delicious steak meal? How about when that delicious meal is served with amazing city views. Leatherneck Steakhouse is on the top floor of Marine’s Memorial Club & Hotel. You’ll feel like a million bucks dining here. Everything at Leatherneck is sensational: the steak and seafood options, the desserts, wine, and views. What could be better?
2. Alexander’s Steakhouse
Restaurant, Steakhouse, Japanese
3. Boboquivari’s
Restaurant, Steakhouse, Seafood
Head to Boboquivari’s, a.k.a. Bobo’s, for a one of a kind night. This steakhouse is a step above most steakhouses due to its creative, yet elegantly subtle masquerade theme… and of course the to-die-for food. There’s a great selection of food, although the favorites are of course the dry-aged steak and Dungeness crab. The staff treats you like you’re part of the family. They are attentive and try to make everyone’s time at Boboquivari’s memorable.
5. Ruth’s Chris Steak House
Restaurant, Steakhouse
This steakhouse chain is anything but ordinary. Serving up high-end options like butter-drizzled steak and lobster, Ruth’s Chris Steak House will keep you coming back time and time again. The drink selections goes nicely with the scrumptious food items too. Although pricey, the portions are large enough to typically bring leftovers home with you to dive back into later.
6. 5A5 Steak Lounge
Restaurant, Steakhouse
This trendy spot features upscale prime steak cuts and an amazing wine list. The food is as impressive as the presentation of the plates. It’s almost too stunning to eat. Almost. With an ambiance that appeals to the trendier generation, 5A5 Steak Lounge is making steakhouses hip all over again.
7. Espetus Churrascaria Brazilian Steak House
Restaurant, Brazilian, Steakhouse
8. John’s Grill
Restaurant, Cocktail Bar, Steakhouse, Seafood
This steakhouse keeps to the classics with an old-school ambiance that is sure to satisfy. The menu at John’s Grill is expansive offering more than just steaks, but lamb chops, clam chowder, and more; all incredibly yummy. As you eat you can also admire all the photos hanging on the walls of all the famous faces that have eaten here.
9. Roka Akor | San Francisco
Bar, Restaurant, Japanese, Steakhouse
Mix things up a bit at Roka Akor, a Japanese steakhouse. There’s nothing that seems to lack here or leaves you wanting for anything. The open charcoal grill adds to the experience as your food cooks. If whiskey and steak are a few your favorite things, this is the spot for you. Roka Akor’s lower lounge and bar area focuses on whiskey, letting you pair the perfect drink with your mouthwatering steak.
10. Osso Steakhouse
Restaurant, Steakhouse
Serving up American classic surf ‘n’ turf, Osso Steakhouse is a real treat in San Francisco. The steaks are juicy and the seafood is jam packed with flavor. The staff is great, very friendly. The sizes of the meals are so big that it’s not a bad idea to share, although, with Osso’s flavors, you’ll probably want to keep it all to yourself.
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