Christos Steak House — Restaurant in New York

Tucked away on a quiet corner in Astoria, Queens, Christos Steakhouse is a standout gem that elevates the classic American steakhouse with a subtle Mediterranean flair. This beloved spot delivers an upscale dining experience that rivals Manhattan’s finest, making it the top choice for steak lovers in the borough. The ambiance at Christos strikes a perfect balance—sophisticated yet approachable, with dark wood paneling, white-clothed tables, and a cozy bar area that invites lingering over cocktails. The warm, attentive service, exemplified by staff like Emily and Angela, ensures every guest feels welcomed and cared for. From the moment you’re greeted (often with valet parking for convenience), the experience feels polished and professional. The menu shines with USDA Prime cuts, dry-aged for 21 days in-house to achieve peak flavor and tenderness, then charbroiled at 1,200 degrees and finished with sea salt and mountain oregano. The Christos Signature Porterhouse for two (or three) is a showstopper—tender, flavorful, and perfectly cooked with a crispy, charred crust that many claim outshines even Peter Luger’s. The 10-ounce filet mignon is another crowd-pleaser, melting in the mouth with a buttery texture. For non-steak options, the branzino and seafood selections are fresh and well-executed, though the steaks are undeniably the star. Christos’ Greek heritage shines through in its appetizers and sides. The saganaki, pan-fried Vlahotiri cheese, and lamb cigars with roasted pepper yogurt sauce are delightful starters that add a unique twist. Sides like the lobster mashed potatoes and creamed spinach with feta are rich and indulgent, though some note the lobster mash can be light on actual lobster. The bacon blue mashed potatoes and charred broccoli also earn high praise for their bold flavors. The wine list is solid, with reasonably priced options, and the dirty martini is a fan favorite for its classic execution. Desserts, like the complimentary cheesecake offered for special occasions, add a sweet touch to the meal. While prices are on the higher side (expect $50-$80 per person for entrees), the quality, portion sizes, and overall experience justify the cost for a special night out. Some reviews mention occasional inconsistencies, like overly charred or underseasoned steaks, but these seem rare and often tied to busy nights like holidays. The consensus is that Christos delivers a consistently high-quality experience, with many locals and visitors calling it the best steakhouse in Queens, if not all of NYC. Its accessibility, with valet parking and a short walk from the N/Q trains, makes it a convenient yet luxurious choice. Rating: 4.5/5 Stars
Perfect for: Date nights, celebrations, steakhouse enthusiasts
Pro Tip: Reserve a table for quieter weekday evenings to enjoy attentive service, and don’t miss the porterhouse or saganaki for a true...

What i absolutely can not understand are these people who give one star reviews to places that do not deserve it.

People like “Nadine Courage Within” who give one star reviews because of exaggerated issues or things like green what she called “mold” on the EXTERIOR SIGN. THEN Complained about being sat in a corner. Why didn’t you use some of that courage within and ask for a new different table Nadine? Then claimed there were flies around someone’s head.Oh the Humanity Nadine!! What Torture that must’ve been to watch the employees purposely stand at the door and direct a fly to your table. Again why not say something? By this point i don’t believe anything you say about the food. I have been there numerous times and NEVER had an issue with the food.

This might come as a shock to you but high end steakhouses do not add anything extra to their prime cuts. Not much seasoning, and I’m sure you asked for steak sauce too. It Speaks volumes about your palate and credibility of your food reviews when you give Dunkin’ Donuts 5 stars and Christos 1.

The fact you think the owners would take your advice is asinine. Should the owners stand by your table and smack the random fly from your head. Because it’s the summer and they need to open the door. Or maybe you can teach them how to douse their aged filet mignon and porterhouse prime cuts with your key food brand Montreal steak seasoning.

5 people eating at a top steakhouse for $450 and you’re still complaining. I have a feeling the real issue here is your sense of entitlement because you spent 450 you feel you should be treated like the queen. you should’ve gone to Old Homestead in the meat packing district. That same meal would've been 750-800. Why not go there you’re obviously royalty. You expect everyone to treat you amazingly while you treat them like trash.

In your profile you have 10 reviews and half you’ve given 1 star. You seem to think just because you have a phone that automatically makes you CEO of Zagat.

It seem to be a pattern with your 1 star reviews that you expect everyone to read your mind bc you never say anything at the time that would remedy most of your issues. But you would rather say nothing and post a nasty review because you think you matter more than you do.

I do not work at Christos or have any relation with them. I’m just a long time Astoria resident and sick of people coming here thinking...

I was slightly disappointed with my experience here. Firstly, it was very loud in the restaurant and I think it may be because the ceiling is so low. As more diners came in, it became difficult to have a conversation with the people at my table. Then you have our server who didn’t smile the entire time. My sister was horribly annoyed by this and thought he was nasty, but I don’t think he was. I just don’t think he smiles. In this instance, a smile can go a long way. Or maybe they didn’t care since the 18% gratuity was already going to be added. Let’s start with the appetizers, we ordered the calamari, baked clams, and crabcakes. The best of the three was the crabcakes, but at $27, I would expect them to be great. The calamari was slightly chewy and could’ve been a little crispier. The baked clams were good, but nothing to write home about. Then we ordered two porterhouses for three. (There was six of us) We ordered one medium rare, and the other one medium. The medium rare one came out a little closer to rare which I was fine with since that’s what I prefer But had to go with the majority. The medium porterhouse was cooked really unevenly. There were parts that were overcooked and parts that were undercooked. Somebody ate it, so there was no point in complaining about it. Unfortunately, the meat itself did not have much flavor. The steak couldn’t carry itself without all those sauces and the fat cap could’ve been rendered better. The steaks came out with the House steak sauce, Bernaise, and shallot borderlaise sauce, but I missed that on the menu. We ordered the blue cheese and au poivre sauces which we may or may not have ordered how do we known we were getting all three sauces already included. Anyways, out of all the sauces I thought the house steak sauce tasted best. The red wine sauce was a close second, but it needed a little more seasoning. We also ordered a side of creamed spinach and brussel sprouts. The brussel sprouts were delicious, but the creamed spinach was too salty. This was unfortunate since creamed spinach is always my go-to side dish for steak. Overall, a not so great experience after spending 600+ dollars. The most pleasant thing all night was that they notified the valet when we got the check so our car was ready for us when we went outside. (and the valet driver was...