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Old 05-11-2009, 10:10 PM   #1
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Default Birthday tomorrow, steak house here I come

Well tomorrow is my birthday and I'm on the road for work so I'll be having my birthday dinner with one of my customers tomorrow. Debating between Mortons, Ruth Chris, and Shula's. I've been to Mortons many times and love their double cut filet, however I've never been to Ruth Chris or Shulas. I'm also debating on getting a different steak other than a filet. Can anyone shed some light and give a recommendation on a good strip or ribeye at any of the places above?

On another note, I'm taking the wife to NYC for Memorial Day Weekend. Made reservations at Peter Lugars in Brooklyn, can't wait to get my hands on their "Steak for two". I've heard it's down right unreal.
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Old 05-11-2009, 10:14 PM   #2
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Not familiar with Shulas. Love Mortons. Needed to take a break from Ruth's Chris because everything they do is sauteed inabout a pound of butter. It's TOO buttery after a while. Still, if you've never been, you have to try it once. Just don't touch the plate when they serve your steak because it's like 4,000 degrees or some crazy temp.

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Old 05-11-2009, 10:30 PM   #3
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Find a good locally owned steakhouse, honestly the chains are terrible... The meat they use is sub-par to increase their margins. I don't know any in Cinci, but def look for a great local steakhouse.
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Old 05-11-2009, 10:38 PM   #4
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there are quite a few in Cincy, Jeff Ruby has the best steaks in town, 100x better than the chains in my eyes, haven't been able to find a good one up here yet though when I travel.
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Old 05-11-2009, 11:04 PM   #5
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I have only been to Mortons of the 3 you mentioned. If you go to southern Maine let me know. I can recommend something for you.
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Old 05-12-2009, 12:23 AM   #6
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Stay away from Shula's. Rip off and not good at all. I prefer Ruth Chris but as stated here, look for the top local steak house. Happy Bday buddy
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Old 05-12-2009, 01:31 AM   #7
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I love Ruth Chris and would definitely their Ribeye, every time I have one I lone for a good full flavored cigar afterwards and a nice cup of coffee. I agree the butter could get to be a bit much however, it's not old for me just yet.

I do not recommend the cowboy cut ribeye. I prefer the boneless ribeye. Also at Ruth Chris get the sweet potato casserole. I was hesitant on this when I first heard about it but it is fantastic!
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Old 05-12-2009, 01:43 AM   #8
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Enjoy your birthday steak! Here in Dallas I'm a groupie for Bob's Steak & Chop!
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Old 05-12-2009, 06:07 AM   #9
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I had a porterhouse the size of my head at the Capital Grill, which is inside Somerset Mall in Troy. It is expensive - probably paid $45 for the steak - but it was outstanding. Plus it is cigar friendly in the bar area. I haven't been to either of the ones you have suggested or I would weigh in there.
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Old 05-12-2009, 06:22 AM   #10
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Ruth's Chris' Rib Eye is darn tasty imo.

I do stay away from the chains whenever possible though.
We have a long time family run Steak House locally here that we like.
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Old 05-12-2009, 06:36 AM   #11
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Default Re: Birthday tomorrow, steak house here I come

Well today is now your b-day so Happy Birthday first of all!

Second, I have been to the three and it sounds to me as if you are in Miami the Morton's is by far the best in my opinion.

Chris's is okay but doesn't compare to the better steakhouses IMO like Capital, S&W, etc... Morton's does!

If you are indeed in Miami the S&W down off of Collins is very nice and they have a real nice outside bar area where I have smoked many a cigar with clients. Real nice view of the channel heading out of the Port of Miami as well.

As for which cut? That all comes down to your likes and dislikes right?

The rib-eye is good and I got to tell you the Tuna Steak is excellent there.

Enjoy and let us know which one you end up at!
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Old 05-12-2009, 07:00 AM   #12
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I've been to all three and prefer Morton's. I had the ribeye there once, but they cook such a good black/blue filet I have a hard time not getting that.
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Old 05-12-2009, 07:33 AM   #13
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Never been to any of those places, but hope you have a Happy Birthday today!!
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Old 05-12-2009, 07:45 AM   #14
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On another note, I'm taking the wife to NYC for Memorial Day Weekend. Made reservations at Peter Lugars in Brooklyn, can't wait to get my hands on their "Steak for two". I've heard it's down right unreal.
Peter Luger's Porterhouse is by far the best, best, best, steak I've ever had! I'm not just saying that because its only a 5 minute ride from my house, but something made you pick Luger's out of all the steak houses in NYC.

You won't be disappointed. Everyone who loves steak should make a point of eating there at least once. The one in Brooklyn....the Long Island one is good, but Brooklyn is the original and a little bit better. They probably won't give you a menu unless you ask for one. The waiters all have been there for years and assume that the patrons have been there before or already know what they want.

My standard order each time I go with my wife is...

Tomatoes & Onions..... trust me..... put some of Lugers steak sauce on these monster slices and you're in heaven.

Steak for 2... medium (it will come med-rare)
Creamed Spinach
Home Fries

Apple Strudel with their home made whip cream!

Also if you like beer, try their dark house beer!
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Old 05-12-2009, 08:12 AM   #15
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Ian you should check out Capitol Grille at somerset. Amazing lambchops if you want to try something completely different. Otherwise they have great aged meats...

Some other local places in Michigan are Larco's and the Rochester Chophouse.. Both have a wide variety of cuts that are great. Larco's recently have been doing more fused cuisine. I tried tenderloins with mushroom ravoli and seared tuna, really good..
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Old 05-12-2009, 08:19 PM   #16
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It has been some time, but I've enjoyed Morton's and Ruth's Chris. However, there are other steak houses in LA where I prefer to eat. I imagine there are some great places around you. Anyway, have a great time and be sure to enjoy a nice cigar after dinner.
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Old 05-13-2009, 08:33 AM   #17
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Well, so where did you go and how was it? Hope you had a great steak and smoke!
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Old 05-13-2009, 10:06 AM   #18
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Ended up hitting up Capital Grille in Troy which was very good. They had a great wedge salad, filet was very good and their lobster mac n cheese was amazing. All in all an excellent meal.
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Old 05-13-2009, 12:55 PM   #19
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Sounds awesome. Glad to hear you enjoyed it
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Old 05-13-2009, 01:30 PM   #20
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Sounded yummy. I'm a bit partial towards Brazilian Steakhouses (note to stomach: stop grumbling, my bday is too far away).

BTW happy belated B-day!
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