best steakhouse in westchester county

11 Best Steakhouse in Westchester (2024)

Are you looking for the best steaks in Westchester? Westchester County is home to some of the best steakhouses in the New York suburbs- they rival those of New York City’s famous steakhouses. Gone are the days of having to trek into Manhattan for amazing steak! We asked locals for recommendations on where to go for the best steaks in Westchester. Here are the best steakhouses in Westchester County. 

Best Steakhouse in Westchester County

Benjamin Steak House

For the best steakhouse in Westchester County, you’ve got to try the steak at Benjamin Steak House.  

Located in White Plains, Benjamin Steakhouse is run by ex-Peter Luger waiters Benjamin Prelvukaj and Benjamin Sinanaj. Each steak served is handpicked and dry-aged in-house, from the porterhouse to the filet mignon, as well as the bone-in rib-eye.

Start with the raw and chilled seafood starters and salads and pair your steak with classic sides like creamed spinach. Benjamin Steakhouse is truly one of the best places for steak in Westchester.

Benjamin Steakhouse is located at 610 Hartsdale Road, White Plains NY

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Flames Steakhouse

Flames Steakhouse is one of the best steakhouses in Westchester. It is an old-school steakhouse by chef and restaurateur Nikolla Vulaj.

Chef Vulaj butchers his own cuts and dry-age the steaks in-house. The steak section of the menu is simple- Filet Mignon, Bone-in-Ribeye, Porterhouse and T-Bone. You can get a giant porterhouse cut for four! The porterhouse is always perfectly cooked- so tender!

There is also seafood and Italian classics like Linguini with White Clam Sauce and Chicken Parmigiana.

Flames Steakhouse is located at 121 E. Main Street, Elmsford, NY

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X2O Xaviars on the Hudson

If you are craving serious steak, head over to X2O Xaviars on the Hudson. Chef Peter Kelly is famous for his 40 oz grilled cowboy rib eye steak. It is the steak that Chef Peter Kelly cooked to beat Bobby Flay in the Iron Chef! The rib eye steak is aged for 28 days and then marinated for another 3 days in a dry rub of brown sugar and cayenne. 

Located in Yonkers, Xaviars on the Hudson is a beautiful waterfront fine dining restaurant in Westchester County with amazing views of the Hudson River. 

Pro tip: Go during weekday lunch for their $36 3-course lunch prix fixe. It’s one of the best lunch deals in Westchester County!

X2O Xaviars on the Hudson is located at 71 Water Grant St, Yonkers, NY

Check out our interview with Chef Peter Kelly (he shares with us his favorite restaurants in Westchester and NYC!)

Cowboy Steak at X2O Xaviers on the Hudson
Cowboy Steak at X2O Xaviers on the Hudson

Fogo de Chao

If you are looking for something different, try Fogo de Chão in White Plains. Fogo de Chao is a Brazilian steakhouse and in our opinion one of the best steakhouses in Westchester.

Come hungry because it is an all-you-can-eat steakhouse in Westchester. The steaks are served churrascaria style where “gauchos” or “chefs,” skillfully carve and serve cuts of meat directly onto your plates, using long skewers.

You will be served an impressive selection of meats, including prime cuts of beef, lamb, pork, chicken, and sausage. Our favorite is picanha (top sirloin) and the filet mignon. 

In addition to the meat, your meal includes an extensive gourmet salad bar with a variety of fresh salads, cheeses, charcuterie, and side dishes. Try the candied bacon- it’s addictive! 

Fogo de Chao is truly one of the best steakhouses in White Plains.

Fogo de Chao is located at 235 Main Street, White Plains, NY

Fogo de Chao

Morton’s Steakhouse

When it comes to the best steakhouses in Westchester County, Morton’s is a local favorite. 

Morton’s is an upscale steakhouse in White Plains. Morton’s is celebrated for its top-quality, aged, and hand-cut steaks. The menu includes a variety of steak options, such as filet mignon, ribeye, New York strip, and porterhouse, all prepared to your preferred level of doneness.

While steak is the star of the show, Morton’s also offers a selection of seafood dishes, including lobster, shrimp, and crab. 

To complement your steak, Morton’s has classic steakhouse side dishes like au gratin potatoes, truffle fries, and sautéed mushrooms.

Pro tip: Stop by for happy hour, they have drinks specials and an extensive happy hour food menu ($12 filet mignon sandwich!)

Morton’s Steakhouse is located at 5 Mamaroneck Avenue, White Plains, NY

Check out our list of the Best Happy Hour in White Plains

KEE Oyster House

While KEE Oyster House may not be your typical steakhouse, it certainly deserves a spot on our list because it consistently serves some of the best steaks in Westchester County. 

Whether you opt for the flavorful porterhouse or the delectable grilled prime skirt steak with chimichurri sauce, you won’t be disappointed. The steak dishes at KEE Oyster House are expertly prepared and cooked to perfection.

Kee Oyster House is located at 126-128 E. Post Road, White Plains, NY  

Lenny’s North and Lenny’s Seafood & Steakhouse

Lenny’s is a local favorite when it comes to the best steakhouse in Westchester County. Whether you dine at Lenny’s North in Armonk or Lenny’s Steakhouse in Larchmont, you can trust that Lenny’s will deliver an unforgettable steak.

At Lenny’s, every steak undergoes a meticulous 21-day dry-aging process and is thoughtfully accompanied by their signature house steak sauce. 

With an extensive menu boasting a diverse selection of premium steaks, it’s a steak lover’s paradise. Get the porterhouse and lamb chops!  

Lenny’s North is located at 386 Main Street, Armonk, NY and Lenny’s Steakhouse is located at 2047 Boston Post Road, Larchmont, NY

Frankie & Johnnie’s

Frankie & Johnnie’s is one of the best steakhouses in Westchester County. Located in Rye, Frankie & Johnnie’s Rye is a Westchester outpost of the original Frankie & Johnnie’s in NYC.

As a classic steakhouse, Frankie & Johnnie’s menu is filled with traditional steakhouse favorites, including impeccably prepared USDA Prime dry-aged, bone-in steaks that are both tender and cooked to perfection. Their rib-eye is particularly exceptional. 

Alongside their steak, you’ll find classic steakhouse side dishes like creamed spinach and sautéed mushrooms. What sets them apart, however, are the side dishes, not typically found in steakhouses, such as Potato Pancakes and lyonnaise potatoes.

Frankie & Johnnie’s is located at 77 Purchase Street, Rye, NY

ZPrime

ZPrime is a local favorite when it comes to the best steakhouses in White Plains. Located in White Plains, ZPrime is an upscale restaurant that shines in delivering an exceptional steakhouse experience.

There is a wide variety of steak on the menu, including Filet Mignon, New York strip, bone-in ribeye, porterhouse, cowboy steak, and tomahawk steak. 

The steak at ZPrime is expertly prepared, and cooked perfectly- succulent and tender steak. 

What distinguishes ZPrime is its in-house dry-aging process, the steaks are dry-aged for up to 35 days. 

The side dishes at ZPrime range from traditional steakhouse choices like creamed spinach and sauteed mushrooms to creative options like Lobster Fried Rice.

To complement your steak, Zprime offers a selection of sauces such as hollandaise, and béarnaise sauce. 

ZPrime Steakhouse is a top destination for steak lovers in Westchester County.

ZPrime Italian Steakhouse is located at 189 E. Post Road, White Plains, NY

Hudson Prime

Hudson Prime is one of the best steakhouses in Westchester County. Located in Irvington, Hudson Prime is a family-owned restaurant that is the brainchild of the dynamic husband-and-wife duo, Gino and Floria Uli.

What truly sets this steakhouse apart is its commitment to sourcing the finest cuts of meat. Their butcher enjoys exclusive access to the famous meat market at Hunts Point, home to some of the best wholesalers for top-quality steaks in the New York area. While other New York City steakhouses arrive later, usually around 6 or 7 am, Hudson Prime’s butcher is granted 4 am access. This early access ensures that the restaurant can select prime steaks before the competition, resulting in the best steaks.

Their A5 Wagyu steak is flown in from Japan (not New Zealand or Australia).

To further elevate the steak experience, Hudson Prime Steakhouse has its own aging box, allowing it to age for 28 days. 

For those seeking an alfresco dining experience, Hudson Prime Steakhouse has an amazing deck with breathtaking views of the Hudson River. 

The steak at Hudson Prime is nothing short of exceptional, prepared to perfection and leaving diners with a truly unforgettable steakhouse experience.

Hudson Prime is located at 5 Buckhout Street, Irvington, NY

Macelleria Italian Steakhouse

Macelleria is one of the best steakhouses in Westchester County. Macelleria, located in the charming Village of Pelham, has firmly established itself as one of the premier steakhouses in Westchester County, drawing enthusiastic praise from locals and earning the prestigious Michelin Bib Gourmand award.

Macelleria consistently delivers perfectly cooked steaks.  Beyond the steaks, Macelleria shines in preparing Italian dishes like simple yet incredibly satisfying pasta dishes and amazing seafood as well. 

Macelleria is a must-visit for those looking for the best steaks in Westchester County.  

Macelleria Italian Steakhouse is located at 142 Fifth Avenue, Pelham, NY

Check out the list of Westchester Restaurants with Michelin Bib Gourmand awards

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