Best steak in Melbourne

39 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/melbourne

Most people recommend San Telmo, and many people praise the steak, though one diner finds it excellent every time but also pricey. One commenter says it sits on a nice street in the middle of the city and classes it as mid-priced, though some might say higher end. Another suggests booking a seat by the kitchen to watch the charcoal grill, while a diner says the steak defaults to rare, so ask for it cooked more if you want it. Another commenter says San Telmo and Palermo are just kind of mediocre.

CBD

23 people recommendvia r/melbourne

The Railway Club Hotel, a pub in Port Melbourne, is a name many diners give when asked about steak, with one diner saying it is famous for steaks and another calling the steak superb. One diner describes a steakhouse-style dining room downstairs and an elegant upstairs private space, and a couple of diners find it cosy. Beyond steak, one diner notes plenty of Australian dishes on the menu, while another feels it may be a little dated, though they say it has reliably been good. One diner who had a magnificent meal there still found it pricey.

Port Melbourne

21 people recommend, 2 warn against itvia r/melbourne

Most people recommend Palermo, and many name it as a steak pick, with one calling the CBD branch their top choice. Two people describe a cooler, fire-side grill feel, and a few praise dishes beyond the steak, such as the ceviche and cookies. On the steak, one CBD diner found it fairly average, and one regular says it is not as good as the sister restaurant San Telmo, though they still go often. Another person calls both Palermo and San Telmo mediocre.

CBD

20 people recommend, 4 warn against itvia r/melbourne

Many people recommend Meatmaiden, with three praising the food and one commenter saying it stands well clear of other options. One person who goes for the steak says the vibe is part of the draw, and another describes a great set menu. Several people are less impressed: one does not rate it personally, one finds it middling despite its popularity, and one was very underwhelmed. One diner had a poor meal and found the rest average at best.

City

19 people recommendvia r/melbourne

Many commenters recommend Victor Churchill for its steak, and one diner found the steak and entrees phenomenal, especially the spinalis. Two commenters praise the service, and one commenter calls it the best steak. Two commenters say booking is very hard to get, and one diner found it good but pricey.

Armadale

18 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/melbourne

Many people recommend Vlados in Richmond for steak, and several diners praise the meat and how it is cooked. Several diners describe the menu as short and steak-focused, and one commenter warns it suits only full carnivores. Two diners call it pricey, and a couple say it is not ideal for a fancy date. One diner says it is still good but no longer quite the same, and one commenter advises booking ahead.

Richmond

18 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/melbourne

Many people recommend Gimlet, with several calling it a fancy or special-occasion spot and a couple suggesting it for a date. Several people name it as a steak pick, one singles out the T Bone, and another says the steak is really good and the room is lively. A couple of diners found the service lacking, one said later visits were average with long waits between courses, and one said they would not go back despite liking the food and fit-out. A couple of diners also questioned whether it is worth the price, with one feeling it is not much better than other options and another feeling it is overrated and paying for the venue.

15 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/melbourne

Many people recommend this steakhouse, and many single out the steak itself as the reason to go, one mentioning the tomahawk. One diner says it has been consistently excellent across repeat visits, and one person says the quality matches the price. A couple of diners find it pricey, and another says it leans towards smart office attire. One diner warns that it was fine before covid but has been really bad since.

15 people recommend, 3 warn against itvia r/melbourne

Many diners recommend Rare Steakhouse for steak, and one diner who has visited the uptown branch repeatedly calls it the best steak they have had, though pricey. One diner praises the midtown branch for its consistent cooking, and another finds it good but below a rival steakhouse they prefer. Some diners say the steaks come out overcooked or poorly cooked, and a few steer people away from it.

Uptown

15 people recommend, 5 warn against itvia r/melbourne

Many diners recommend Squires Loft as a steak option, and a few describe it as consistently good and reliable, with people naming the Docklands and South Yarra branches. Others are less keen: two diners find it very average or say it has declined for years. One diner wishes it were more consistent, since a Williamstown meal was good but a later visit came out far less cooked than wanted, and another says steaks came out a level or so under what was ordered. One diner feels it is overrated and another says it is not among the better choices, though overall more people recommend it than criticise it.

Docklands

13 people recommend, 4 warn against itvia r/melbourne

Many diners recommend Rockpool, and several rate its steak well, with one saying its aged steaks are exceptional. Another diner likes the wide choice of steaks and the atmosphere compared with a dedicated steakhouse, while one finds the straightforward food well made, and a couple of diners say it is pricey. One diner who returns each year says it is still as good as their first visit, but others say it has declined. A few diners are critical: one calls it overrated, another says their last steak disappointed, and one calls its steak the poorest in Melbourne, though a different diner says the steak has been fine to great.

Crown Southbank

12 people recommend, 1 warns against itvia r/melbourne

Many people recommend the Mitre Tavern in the CBD for steak, and several point to its upstairs restaurant, which one commenter finds fancier, with better cuts, than the downstairs tavern. Several people recommend the steakhouse, with one diner calling it a great mid-priced option and another praising the wine and atmosphere upstairs. Caveats: one diner says the steak is not always cooked right, so they go in with lowered expectations, and one commenter notes the bread is not free.

CBD

12 people recommend, 5 warn against itvia r/melbourne

One commenter calls the Southbank branch, near Crown, a cool African-themed spot with plenty of steak choices, and another says the ambience works better for an older crowd, with private rooms that feel intimate. Many commenters recommend the restaurant, and one says it is a safe bet. Several are negative, though: one finds the steaks tend to be overcooked, and another says a lunch rump at Southbank was barely better than cooking one at home. One diner who liked it in the past is unsure whether it is still as good.

Southbank

9 people recommendvia r/melbourne

Many people recommend Marbl steakhouse, and several name its Prahran branch in particular. One diner who ate at the Prahran branch calls the steaks amazing and the best they have had in a while. One person notes it is not fine dining. One person also lists the Port Melbourne branch as a pick.

Prahran

8 people recommendvia r/melbourne

Cinder is recommended for steak by several people, and two of those name the Clifton Hill branch. One diner calls the Clifton Hill branch a dark horse and says its steaks are the best they have had in years, while two commenters describe Cinder as really good or great. One commenter says the Fitzroy North branch is good. The only drawback mentioned is price, from another person who calls the Clifton Hill branch excellent but a little pricey.

Clifton Hill

6 people recommendvia r/melbourne

Six people recommend Butchers Diner, and a few mention its steak. One diner says the rotating butcher's cut is consistently good and that the meat is excellent, noting the setup is basic, with limited room to sit and no waiter service, so expect a casual visit focused on the food. Another finds the steak and eggs simple but tasty.

5 people recommendvia r/melbourne

Mjolner is a Viking-themed restaurant that five people recommend, and three describe it as fun. One commenter says the food and cocktails are great, another calls the steak pretty good, and one diner says they enjoyed their meal there.