A modern take on the steakhouse, Maie Day celebrates the joy of eating incredible food with friends and family. Executive Chef Michael Fojtasek, the restaurateur behind Olamaie and Little Ola’s Biscuits, is cooking up chophouse classics like the Big Pork Chop, Ribeye and Prime Rib. Don’t skimp on the sides, which range from the Bodacious Bloomin’ Onion to the Creamed Kale. Order it all to share with your table before finishing the meal with the intensely decadent Texas Chocolate Cake.

Steakhouse classics and Italian favorites come together to create the best of both worlds at Dean’s Italian Steakhouse, located inside the downtown JW Marriott. Impeccable service and an expansive wine list contribute to the unforgettable dining experience that is Dean’s. The Veranda is a companion to the Dean’s dining room, serving up a pared-down menu of food, drinks and happy hour specials.

Come one, come all to Estância Brazilian Steakhouse, where guests can take in a continuous tableside service of fire-roasted meat, amazing side dishes and a gourmet salad bar. The flavors of Brazil will please your palate as you enjoy a taste of everything during this one-of-a-kind experience. Visit for brunch to try all the churrasco items, plus Brazilian sausage, baked goods, flan and more.

Locals may think of Red Ash as their top pick for handmade pastas — which are completely delectable and worth ordering — but don’t sleep on their locally-sourced premium meats, cut in-house daily and served with roasted shallot butter. The main attraction in the dining room is the custom-built wood-burning grill, oven and plancha that releases red ash, the inspiration behind the restaurant’s name. It is tough to get a reservation, but this place is buzzy for a reason.

From the same team behind Red Ash comes J. Carver’s Oyster Bar and Chop House. Market fresh oysters, prime fish and grilled steaks are waiting for you at this downtown hotspot, an elevated and intimate space with food from owner and Chef John Carver. With elegant dishes and stylish interior design, a meal at J. Carver’s is a cut above the rest.

Chef Tim Love opened his first Lonesome Dove in Fort Worth before bringing the concept to Austin as well. This is the spot to try more unique types of meat, including Montana Bison Ribeye, Elk Loin and Wild Boar Ribs, but the more typical hand-cut steaks are delicious as well.

ALC Steaks, also known as Austin Land & Cattle, has been in the steakhouse game for 30 years. The independent, family-owned restaurant opened its doors in 1993, bringing an Austin-inspired attitude to hand-cut aged beef and fresh seafood, served in a more casual environment than most steakhouses offer.

An unparalleled date night destination, Jeffrey’s is a fine dining gem in the heart of Clarksville. Open from 4:30 to 11 p.m. daily, the French American eatery boasts steaks that are aged and cut by Lone Star Meats in Austin, then grilled and roasted over live oak and finished in a piping hot broiler. Polish it all off with a grand finale of the Dulce De Leche Soufflé — you won’t be disappointed.

Garrison brings the smoke in their open flame kitchen. The menu is finely curated by Executive Chef Jakub Czyszczon, who claims Garrison’s 24 Oz. Prime Porterhouse is the best steak in town. No matter what their entree choice is, diners should complete their meal with the incredible Tater Tots with black truffle. Recognized as a Forbes 4-Star rated restaurant, Garrison is an ideal locale for a special occasion or upscale date night tucked inside the Fairmont Austin.

Steiner Ranch offers a straight-up steakhouse experience steeped in history. A stunning view of Lake Travis contributes to the ambience in the three-story building, which also features an epic wine cellar. All Steiner steaks are broiled to order and served with mashed potatoes and the vegetable of the day. As Texas as it gets, this is a great spot to bring out-of-towners.