🇺🇸 NYC Steakhouse Showdown 🥩

We tried three popular steakhouses and learned a lesson: don’t just chase century-old legends—sometimes underdogs surprise you! 🔻 Rocco’s A recommendation from a food-savvy friend. Easy to book, but the nearly empty dining room during peak hours had us worried 😅 New York Sirloin (Medium Rare): Served on a hot plate, it was slightly overcooked but still surprisingly tender. The charred crust was aromatic and stood out with just a pinch of salt. Chopped Salad: Looked messy but tasted refreshing and well-balanced. The Downsides: Carrot cake was overly sweet, mushrooms were too salty, and asparagus was soggy and oily. The server kindly offered a replacement, but we were too full… Verdict: Opened in 2004, this Italian steakhouse may lack historic fame, but the steak is solid—just choose your sides wisely! 🔻 Ruth’s Chris I passed by their Hong Kong branch daily but never tried it—until a business trip brought me to their NJ location! Porterhouse (Medium): Sizzling hot plate, beautiful pink inside, and a glorious crust. Juicy and perfectly cooked. Ribeye (Medium Rare): Rich in fat and flavor, though a bit too rare for my taste—a quick sear would’ve been ideal. Steak Ranking: Ribeye > NY Striploin > Filet — the Ribeye strikes the perfect balance of fat and meatiness! Crab Cake: Packed with real crab meat—delicious. Crème Brûlée: An absolute showstopper! Smooth, rich, and flecked with real vanilla beans. We couldn’t stop scooping 🧡 🔻 Keens We picked Keens over Gallagher’s… and left underwhelmed. Prime T-bone: Lackluster in flavor and tenderness. Chewy and unmemorable. Mutton Chop with Mint Jelly: The real star! The jelly elevated the mild mutton instantly. So good, we asked for extra 😂 Crab Cake: Meh. Overly minced crab, lost all texture. Verdict: The historic ambiance is there, but the food didn’t live up to the hype. Back home, I rarely seek out steakhouses—most steaks rely on creative sauces rather than quality. But here in the U.S., the beef truly stands out 🐂✨ We tasted a few steaks we’ll dream about for a long time. Niiiice!! #NYCEats #SteakhouseWars #NJFoodie #FoodDiary #MeatLovers #NYCRestaurants 🥩🔥