Where to Find the Best Steak in Melbourne
From world-class steakhouses to French bistros and everything in between, we've rounded up the restaurants serving the best steak in Melbourne.
Sometimes, all you need is a juicy steak. The good news? Melbourne is in high supply of perfectly seared cuts, cooked to perfection every time.
From hidden restaurants tucked away in laneways to high-end dining spots with stunning city views, Melbourne’s steak scene never disappoints.
Whether you prefer a classic ribeye, a tender filet mignon, a scotch fillet, or a French-style entrecôte, there's a spot for you.
These restaurants serve up mouthwatering steaks, amazing sides and top-notch service. So, grab the meat lover in your life and book a table to try the best steak in Melbourne!
Steer Dining Room
When talking about the best steak in Melbourne, Steer Dining Room is a big deal. Coming in at number 17 in the World's 101 Best Steak Restaurants in 2024, it is undeniable that these guys take their cuts seriously.
Showcasing the very definition of fine dining, you will enjoy an evening of elegance and luxury in this South Yarra venue with one of the widest selections of Australian and Japanese Wagyu steak.
Home to the crowning jewel in the steak industry - Kobe A5 Wagyu, treat yourself to the Kobe Prestige Menu, where you can indulge in succulent A5 cuts that will melt in your mouth - just be sure to call ahead to ensure availability.
With grain-fed wagyu, an award-winning wine list to compliment your cut and simple sides to complete the meal, this is the perfect spot to celebrate a special occasion.
15 Claremont Street, South Yarra
Entrecôte
Melbourne’s much-loved French-inspired steakhouse Entrecôte moved to a bigger and swisher premises in Prahran, where they continue to serve the classic cuisine we know and love.
The main event is the steak frites, a hefty portion of grain-fed Black Angus steak slathered in buttery tarragon sauce and served with zingy salad and fries. While you can’t go wrong with the house specialty, there’s plenty else to enjoy at this relaxed yet elegant restaurant, including escargot and French onion soup.
Leave room for dessert - the crème brûlée will momentarily transport you straight to the streets of Paris. C'est bon!
142-144 Greville Street, Prahran
Grill Americano
Chris Lucas's latest hotspot, Grill Americano, has been thrilling foodies with its North-Italian-inspired steakhouse offering and opulent interior for some time. Grand yet approachable, this spot is the opposite of stuffy.
Brimming with royal blue hues, marble, and terrazzo, this is a vibrant setting for fun times and fine food. Dress up and arrive hungry as you'll feast on rich and decadent dishes – think freshly shucked oysters to start before moving onto the star of the show - Bistecca from the grill.
With over 10 premium cuts from striploin and New York cut sirloin to a 650g rib eye on the bone, this is a steak-lover dream.
Add a sauce and a few sides - the parmesan-crusted onion rings with horse radish are particularly tasty - and dig in!
112 Flinders Lane, Melbourne
Reine & La Rue
For an unforgettable steak experience in Melbourne, look no further than the city's stunning Reine and La Rue. This exquisite venue offers an unparalleled selection of steaks, each sourced from the finest local producers in Victoria. The menu features six exceptional cuts, including the 200g Southern Ranges eye fillet MB4 from pasture-fed cattle in Gippsland, the 250g Pure Black MB5 striploin from grain-fed cattle in Goulburn Valley, and the 250g Sher wagyu 9+ scotch from Ballan.
For those with a heartier appetite, the 600g O'Connor dry-aged ribeye from pasture-fed cattle in Gippsland and the 1kg O'Connor dry-aged T-bone are sure to impress. But the ultimate indulgence is a 1kg Blackmore wagyu 9+ ribeye from Alexandra, which promises a melt-in-your-mouth experience like nothing else.
Whether you're a seasoned steak connoisseur or simply looking for an extraordinary dining experience, Reine and La Rue is it.
The Gothic Bank, 380 Collins Street, Melbourne
Railway Club Hotel
Proudly known as Melbourne's original steak pub, Railway Club Hotel has been serving high-quality meals in a laidback space for over 40 years.
Known for seafood and steak, we love this spot for a great feed without the fuss. Book into the cosy dining room with exposed bricks and white tablecloths, and take matters into your own hands. Choose a cut of steak from the display fridge - there's Bass Straight pasture-fed beef, pure Black Angus and all cuts to choose from - and wait for it to be cooked to perfection, just the way you like it.
Simple sides like shoestring fries, onion rings and honey-roasted carrots pair perfectly with your prime cut. Dinner guests who don't love red meat won't miss out, with seafood, chicken parmigiana and vegetable gnocchi on the menu.
107 Raglan Street, Port Melbourne
Angus & Bon
New York-coded and oh-so-stunning, Angus & Bon never disappoints for a date night meal or celebratory dinner in Prahran, with a modern and dimly lit interior you could lose track of time in.
Home to some of the best steak in Melbourne, coming hot from the wood grill. The selection is impressive, with grain-fed porterhouse, scotch fillet, Tajima Wagyu, barley-fed Black Angus and the mammoth 800gram rib eye - recommended for two. All steaks come with your choice of sauce including pepper sauce, bearnaise, Café de Paris Butter, chimichurri, BBQ jus and horseradish crème fraîche.
If you need a mid-week pick me up, Tuesday Steak Nights at Angus & Bon are a treat for the tummy and your wallet. From 5 pm, enjoy a 250-gram porterhouse, cooked to your liking, served with fries, side salad and a delicious jus for less than $40. We wish every night was Steak Night with a deal that juicy.
168 Greville Street, Prahran
France Soir
France Soir is the French bistro in South Yarra proudly celebrating its traditional roots while incorporating influences from seasonal Australian produce. It's a Melbourne institution; a bustling local haunt with a setting that oozes classic Parisian vibes that's been around since the 80s.
The place to enjoy wholesome dining and an impressive array of French wines along with French dishes from roast quail and escargots to steak tartare and beef bourguignon.
Keeping the steak menu simple and satisfying - and very French - choose a classic entrecôte with frites, a porterhouse, a thick eye fillet, or go by weight with a juicy rib eye. For sauce options, there is a creamy bearnaise, Normande, bordelaise or classic pepper.
11 Toorak Road, South Yarra
Meat & Wine Co.
With two locations in Melbourne and more scattered throughout the country, you would be correct in thinking you've heard of Meat & Wine Co.
This premium, Afro-centric steakhouse is classy and refined, with dark and moody interiors making it easy to forget about the world outside as you make your way through a menu highlighting - you guessed it - meat and wine.
Specialising in dry ageing steaks (locally sourced) to draw out the rich flavours, Meat & Wine Co find their cuts from the best suppliers around Australia. With professional recommendations for the best wine pairings, this is no ordinary steak night.
More than rib eyes and rump, you can feast on ribs, skewers, mac and cheese, salads and liquid desserts like affogato or an espresso martini.
Freshwater Place, 3 Queens Bridge Street, Southbank
The Como Centre, Corner Toorak Road & Chapel Street, South Yarra
Rockpool Bar & Grill
Inspired by the best steakhouses in North America, Rockpool Bar & Grill executive chef Santiago Aristizabal was determined to bring his own take onto Australian shores. Simple yet delectable dishes are the result of only the best produce this country's farmers have to offer.
Butchering in the kitchen daily, not all cuts are guaranteed, but that's a fair price to pay for the best steak in Melbourne. Select from Cape Grim rib eye, t-bone and sirloin cuts with premium marble scores for the tastiest result, and pair with sides and salads.
If you are staying at Crown Towers and have a dinner booking elsewhere, you can still get a taste of Rockpool with the small but satisfying bar menu available during the afternoon that features a mouthwatering Wagyu burger with bacon, Gruyere cheese, onion and pickle.
While the mains and the meat are what Rockpool Bar & Grill is best known for, you'll want to stay for dessert. From a creme caramel or a passionfruit pavlova to a raspberry and white chocolate tart, your sweet tooth will be looked after.
Crown Casino, 8 Whiteman Street, Southbank
Victor Churchill
The only other Melbourne steakhouse to feature in the World's 101 Best Steak list for 2024 along with Steer Dining Room, Victor Churchill is for those serious about steak.
Step through the heritage facade and be blown away by the unique layout gaining attention from the fussiest foodies. With marble and copper featured throughout, the space is half-butcher, half-restaurant, with a grand horseshoe bar for 13 guests at the back.
The retail space is transformed come dinnertime, allowing more guests to dine in on the incredible menu. Begin your feast with caviar and oysters, before moving on to the main attraction. All steaks are selected by the family and dry-aged for 28 days, with the full-blood Wagyu sirloin and a 1kg Rangers Valley Black Market Bistecca catching our eye.
Reservations open online 30 days ahead, so best you are organised to snag a spot at this highly sought-after location.
953 High Street, Armadale
Victoria by Farmer's Daughters
Experience a groundbreaking farm-to-table journey at Victoria by Farmer's Daughters, celebrating the finest produce, people, and places of Victoria. Embark on a seasonal exploration of Victoria's diverse regions, and indulge in some of Melbourne's finest steaks while you're at it!
Alejandro Saravia’s acclaimed eatery features robust, meaty and incredible tender O’Connor steaks, best paired with vino from the venue's 3,000-bottle “wine library.” Each steak is a melt-in-your-mouth masterpiece, epitomising the restaurant's dedication to quality. Honestly, we're still dreaming about it.
Federation Square, Tenancy 26/2 Swanston Street, Melbourne
San Telmo
No list of where to find the best steak in Melbourne would be complete without an Argentinian eatery - enter, San Telmo. This rustic, cosy and charming city hotspot is warm and welcoming, with leather armchairs, wooden accents and friendly, informative staff.
Their menu – centred on lavish grilled meats and an extensive wine list – is made for sharing, making this an ideal pick for a group catch-up. The imported 2.5 metre Parrilla charcoal grill is hard to miss firing up in the kitchen, cooking with hot coals and capturing the essence of Argentinian cuisine and traditions.
Ordering the pasture-fed steak is a no-brainer, but don't limit yourself, and come hungry. This is the perfect spot to try hearty empanadas, chorizo, pan-fried cheese, tartare and ceviche. For dessert, the dulce de leche - Argentina's national dessert - is a dreamy caramel masterpiece.
14 Meyers Place, Melbourne
Neighbourhood Wine
Oh, how we love this quintessential Melbourne wine bar. Embracing seasonality and simplicity, Neighbourhood Wine crafts dishes using the finest seasonal produce, complemented by an impressive selection of minimal intervention, lo-fi wines sourced both locally and globally. So rest assured, when it comes to ordering a steak at Neighbourhood Wine, you're in expert hands.
This beloved dish has been a staple for years, evolving while staying true to the tradition of enjoying steak and chips at the bar, accompanied by the soothing turn of the turntable. Your steak might be served with the likes of a luscious béarnaise sauce, with cipollini onions and mushrooms in a rich jus, or with a herb or lemon and mustard butter. Either way, your steak will be charred to perfection and cooked precisely to your liking, with each bite a testament to this beloved bar's unwavering dedication to quality and flavour.
Sitchu Tip: Get the side salad. It's actually so good and truly rounds out the meal. Because what's a steak without crispy fries and a zesty bowl of greens?
1 Reid Street, Fitzroy North
Cinder at The Terminus
Nestled within the historic bluestone walls of the 150-year-old Terminus in Fitzroy North, Cinder invites steak enthusiasts to savour a culinary journey centered around dry-aged meats and seasonal produce cooked over fire.
At the heart of Cinder lies a Josper grill, renowned for imparting bold flavours to dishes like the Cape Grim Reserve Striploin and Vintage Beef Co. Galiciana MB3+ Cube Roll. Don't miss the impressive 1.3kg Tomahawk from Margaret River, perfect for sharing. Each steak is accompanied by chef’s sides and your choice of sauce or butter, ensuring a personalised dining experience you'll want to come back to time and time again.
Also worth noting are the delectable seafood dishes on offer - start the evening off with the oysters or scallops.
Sitchu Tip: On Wednesdays, indulge in Wagyu Wednesday—a steal at $39 per person. Each Wagyu steak is served with house-cooked chips, slaw, and your choice of sauce.
18 Brennand Street, Fitzroy North
