Top-rated steakhouses in the world serving the ultimate roast

Argentina is renowned as the beef capital of our planet, so it is no surprise that the best steakhouses happen to be in Buenos Aires. It’s rare to find someone who hasn’t heard of Parrilla Don Julio and its chef, Pablo Riveria. With a grandmother as a butcher, and parents who were cattle breeders, one can say that beef runs in his blood.

The establishment immerses patrons into the culinary culture of the country and makes them understand what passion for meat is. The main reason this place is the best in the world is its exclusive mixed aging process of Hereford and Angus breeds as well as the enhanced V-shaped grill that ensures no fat drips onto the embers below and alters the smoke from the white quebracho charcoal, ensuring consistency.

Settle into one of the leather-furnished booths and soak up the rustic charm of the restaurant while waiting for your order. Expect to sample scrumptious dishes like prime rib eye with charred artichokes, smoked short ribs with tomato carpaccio, grilled tomahawk with asparagus, and dry-aged sirloin alongside roasted sweet potatoes. Their wine cellar revolves around local Argentinian wines, including many exquisite vintages like the legendary Malbec.

Average bill – $42

Our meat journey takes us all the way to the land down under, at Victor Churchill in Melbourne. Situated in the chic neighborhood of Armadale, it is a fantastic example of culinary excellence that blends the theatrical display of butchery with a seamless fine-dining experience. Even the late great Anthony Bourdain called this spot the most beautiful meat market in the world.

The interiors have been created with much care, from the bronzed sausage door handles to the rich polished marble floor. The decor is nothing short of stunning, with a combination of vintage allure and modern elegance, featuring glass-walled meat aging cabinets, contemporary furnishings, and a 12-seater bar shaped like a horseshoe.

Some of the must-try menu items here include seared stone axe wagyu sirloin in demi-glace sauce, tender Kurobuta pork pancetta, charcoal-grilled calamari with Espelette pepper, Ranger Valley Black Onyx porterhouse with fries in a velvety Bearnaise sauce, and hot smoke trout in lemon caper emulsion. For the perfect sweet finale to your feast, order their signature apple tarte Tatin filled with burnt apple in caramel glaze served alongside vanilla ice cream.

Average bill – $78 (without drinks)

Located on the ground floor of 45 Park Lane, CUT is the first European outpost of Chef Wolfgang Puck. The divine place presents a contemporary take on the American steakhouse experience. The dining space exudes luxury, adorned with rich leather-backed seating and Damien Hirst’s artwork.

The kitchen is helmed by Executive Chef Elliott Grover, who invites you to try a glamorous culinary offering of steaks procured from the finest farms in Japan, the USA, Australia, and the UK, with exclusive highlights like A5 Japanese wagyu from Kagoshima and 28 days aged rib eye from Oxford.

Besides the grilled meats, the menu also features a variety of flavorsome dishes, such as Cornish grilled Dover sole in Béarnaise sauce, saffron risotto with garlic-buttered lobster tails, yellowfin tuna tartare with black truffle shavings, roasted turkey with onion stuffing in truffle ponzu sauce, and salmon Wellington in red wine jus with mushrooms. There is an impressively curated wine list boasting numerous options of international vinos that pair perfectly with the food.

Average bill – $126

Even though Chicago is home to many wonderful steakhouses, one of them managed to stand out and attain international acclaim. Asador Bastion recently won the New York Times Best Restaurants Award 2024 and was the only venue in the country to do so. But unlike other establishments in the city, Asador has gained a huge fan following thanks to its unique Basque cuisine originating in Spain.

Normally, a fine-dining place would be boujee and regal in design, but this River North chophouse breaks all the rules. Nestled inside a completely refurbished historic condo called the Flair House, the hotspot has a clean and intimate atmosphere with rich oak flooring, dark leather sofas, rustic wood detailing, and Murano chandelier lights.

The culinary team performs admirably under the guidance of two chefs: Christian Eckmann and Doug Psaltis, who create a menu showcasing Spanish flavors with a particular focus on seafood and grilled meats. Indulge in gastronomic delights, such as cured sardines in salsa verde, grilled Holstein steak with fried potatoes in chimichurri dressing, charred octopus legs with bone marrow potato purée, and oven-baked bone-in rib eye with roasted piquillo peppers. Leave room for desserts: burnt Basque cheesecake and raspberry mille-feuille are beyond any compliments.

Average bill – $107

We cannot have a list of the best steakhouse restaurants in the world and avoid including one from The Big Apple. Beefbar is the latest entrant in the gastronomic scene of New York. Its owner, Riccardo Giraudi, is a European business importer who introduced this establishment as a way to thank the city for the supply of premium-quality meats for so many years.

The decor is the creation by the design studio Humbert & Poyet, who strike the perfect balance between functionality and elegance by decking the space in clean lines, bright lighting, luxurious silk-based materials, and Italian marble tiles. The menu takes two different approaches – a classic steakhouse offering and a diverse selection of specialties, but all items centered around premium and exclusive USDA-approved cattle. Visitors can relish exquisite pepper-crusted Black Angus filet with a warm herb salad, applewood-smoked veal in black truffle sauce, Kobe beef tallow fried chicken sprinkled with Szechuan pepper sauce, wagyu tataki in XO sauce, and roasted halibut in ginger caper emulsion. End your meal on a sweet note – forget the calorie count and simply enjoy a slice of carrot cake with coconut sorbet or chocolate skillet cookie with vanilla ice cream.

Average bill – $125

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