The best steak houses in Miami to totally splurge—or keep it low key

What is it? A luxurious surf-and-turf destination perched atop the historic Miami Women's Club in Edgewater, where Norwegian king crab and dry-aged beef are served with panoramic views of Biscayne Bay.

Why we love it: Klaw doesn't just serve steak—it puts on a show. They fly in wild-caught red king crab daily from Norway (you can literally pick your catch from the tank) and dry-age premium cuts in-house. The dining room feels like you've stepped into a wealthy sea captain's mansion, all rich wood and gleaming brass, while upstairs the rooftop bar serves the same tasty food with million-dollar views. Their A5 Wagyu striploin from Hyogo is buttery perfection at $33 per ounce, and the T-bone comes pre-sliced and seasoned so perfectly you won't need a sauce.

Time Out tip: Pair your steak with a mignonette martini. Its bright acidity balances the richness of the meat.

Address: 1737 North Bayshore Drive, Miami, FL 33132

Opening hours: Mon–Thu 6–10:30pm; Fri, Sat 6–11:30pm; Sun 11:30am–10:30pm

Expect to pay: Approximately $150 to $450 per person, depending on how much crab you’re craving.

What is it? A Michelin-starred Korean steak house in the Design District that marries American dry-aging with Korean BBQ techniques in a space that feels like a glam sci-fi movie set.

Why we love it: Cote solves the eternal Korean BBQ problem – wanting the fun of tableside grilling without ending up smelling like a campfire. Expert servers who cook USDA Prime and American Wagyu cuts with surgical timing handle the smokeless grills built into each table. The Butcher's Feast ($78 per person) is the move here – four different cuts of beef, banchan sides, that amazing egg soufflé that bubbles in a stone pot, plus two stews and soft serve with soy sauce caramel. Their 45-day dry-aged ribeye has that funk that meat nerds go crazy for. Their sommeliers are some of the least pretentious in town, happily guiding you through their 1,200-label list that's earned James Beard nods.

Time Out tip: Cote’s Magic Hour happy hour runs from 5 to 7pm at the bar—no reservation needed. It’s a rare chance to walk in and sample small plates and cocktails without the usual waitlist. 

Address: 3900 NE Second Ave., Miami, FL 33137

Opening hours: Lunch: Daily noon–3pm. Dinner: Sun–Wed 5–11pm; Thu–Sat 5pm–midnight

Expect to pay: $78–$225 per person, depending on menu selection

What is it? A full-blown steak house with a courtyard soul, born from one of Miami’s most beloved pandemic pop-ups.

Why we love it: Sunny’s started as a temporary spot under a banyan tree and became the place everyone wanted a reservation for. Now it’s back for good, and somehow it feels even more special. The courtyard’s still the heart of the space, but now there’s an indoor dining room with white tablecloths, soft lighting, and plenty of Art Deco touches. The steaks are serious—dry-aged, grilled over live oak—but the menu still makes room for things like duck lasagna, corn agnolotti, and crudo with squid ink aguachile. The drinks are strong, the music’s loud enough to keep things loose, and the sp lands somewhere between date night and low-key dinner party.

Time Out tip: Ask for a table outside if you can. The tree, the lights, and the energy of the courtyard still make it one of the best places to eat in the city.

Address: 7357 NW Miami Ct, Miami, FL 33150

Opening hours: Wed–Sun 6–10pm

Expect to pay: Around $100 to $200 per person, based on how many steaks, sides and martinis hit the table.

What is it? A two-story steakhouse inside Miami Worldcenter where big steaks, bold flavors, and just the right amount of over-the-top come together for a night that feels like a party.

Why we love it: Maple & Ash is all drama in the best way—crystal chandeliers, a towering “Upside Palm” sculpture, and a dining room that doubles as a wine library. But the flash comes with follow-through. Steaks are wood-fired and rich in flavor. The seafood tower arrives sizzling in chili oil and garlic butter, and just when you think it’s over, servers appear with pasta to soak up the sauce. It’s over-the-top, sure, but it’s also a really fun surprise for the table. The vibe is celebratory without being stiff, the “IDGAF” tasting menu keeps things playful, and the massive wine list is stacked with both classics and surprises. Sure, you’ll spend a lot, but you’ll leave full, buzzed, and grinning.

Time Out tip: The espresso martini tower might feel like overkill—until it hits the table. Then it’s just smart planning.

Address: 699 NE First Ave., 2nd floor, Miami, FL 33132

Opening hours: Sun–Thu 6–11pm; Fri, Sat 6–midnight

Expect to pay: This one’s a blowout. Plan on at least $175 to $300 a person if you’re doing it right (and you should).

What is it? A hidden 60-seat steak house tucked behind an unmarked door off Española Way, where the walls are covered in serious art and the food lives up to the setting.

Why we love it: Finding The Joyce feels like discovering a well-kept secret. There’s no sign, just a quiet entrance off Española Way that leads into a dark, art-filled dining room. The menu leans classic—steaks, shrimp cocktail, iceberg salad—but every dish is executed with more care and flavor than you expect. The A5 filet is rich and perfectly cooked, the crudo is bright and balanced, and even the caviar-topped latkes feel deliberate, not flashy. The cocktail list plays it both straight and strange. There’s a great martini, but also drinks made with A5-washed whiskey and blue cheese-infused rum that somehow work. It’s a steak house that feels exclusive but never pretentious—and everything on the table backs it up.

Time Out tip: Don’t skip the Joyce Burger. It came from their more casual next-door spot, but it might be the best thing on the menu.

Address: 448 Española Way, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Opening hours: Wed–Sun 5:30–11pm

Expect to pay: This is a splurge spot, but worth it. Figure around $150 to $250 a person, depending on how wild you get with the wine and wagyu.

What is it? A Peruvian-inspired steak house in Pinecrest, where  Prime cuts meet bold South American flavors in a modern, upscale setting in the middle of the suburbs. 

Why we love it: Chef Fernando Salazar transforms the traditional steak house experience by infusing Peruvian flair into every dish. That 64-ounce Prime Tomahawk? It arrives with a tableside blowtorch show as they char rosemary and melt butter over the meat. Their Galapagos stuffed lobster tail is an 18-ounce monster filled with a three-cheese blend and topped with "chalaquita" (a bright little salsa that cuts through all that richness). But the standout dish is their aligot – mashed potatoes with so much cheese mixed in that servers lift it from the bowl with a spoon and it stretches two feet like taffy before breaking. They top it with caviar because, of course, they do.

Time Out tip: Sundays are for splurging—they offer one-liter bottles of Caymus for $95 with any prime steak, which is basically retail price for what's usually a marked-up wine.

Address: 12175 S Dixie Hwy, Pinecrest, FL 33156

Opening hours: Tue–Thu 6–10pm; Fri, Sat 6–11pm; Sun 6–10pm

Expect to pay: Around $100–$200 per person.

What is it? A steak house-meets-nightclub tucked under a Brickell high-rise that feels like a 1970s disco fever dream with meat to match the swagger.

Why we love it: There’s no steak house in Miami quite like this—windowless, moodily lit, and pulsating with energy like it’s 2 am all the time. The Major Food Group crew (yes, the Carbone people) have created the most un-Miami steak house in Miami, and that's why it works. Servers in pink tuxes and frilly shirts work the room with showman precision, delivering house specialties like a slow-roasted prime rib and a massive wagyu tomahawk. The menu plays the hits: French onion soup, duck à l’orange, and a raw bar packed with scallops, oysters, and lobster. It’s a party—and yes, the food keeps up with the scene.

Time Out tip: Start at the Jungle Bar with a dirty martini and a few bites from the raw bar before heading into the dining room.

Address: 1200 Brickell Ave, Miami, FL 33131

Opening hours: Sun–Wed 6–10pm; Thu–Sat 6–11pm

Expect to pay: $100–$300 per person, depending on steak selection and accompaniments.

What is it? A glossy, power-player steak house nestled in Aventura's JW Marriott Turnberry, where celeb chef Michael Mina elevates the classic American meat temple.

Why we love it: Bourbon Steak isn't trying to reinvent the steak house—it's perfecting it. The menu reads like a carnivore's bucket list, from butter-poached steaks finished over a wood fire to that tuna tartare that somehow tastes better than every other version in town (it's the pine nuts and sesame that make the difference). The dining room has that clubby, masculine energy that makes you want to order something brown and neat, even if you're usually a wine person. Their dry-aged porterhouse for two is the stuff of legend—regulars have been known to split one after bonding over their mutual appreciation of good meat.

Time Out tip: Skip dessert and head to the bar for a nightcap; the moody lounge vibe is perfect for stretching out the night.

Address: 19999 W Country Club Dr, Aventura, FL 33180

Opening hours: Sun–Thu 6–10pm; Fri–Sat 6–11pm

Expect to pay: Typically $100–$250 per person, depending on your preferences (and the number of towers or truffle upgrades you select).

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What is it? A refreshingly casual steak house on Coral Way that skips the steak house theatrics in favor of killer cuts, butcher-shop prices, and a “wear whatever” dress code.

Why we love it: Wagyu Bar is the rare place where you can stroll in wearing gym shorts and walk out having devoured A5 Japanese ribeye. The steaks come straight from the top-tier purveyors at Meat N’ Bone next door—think $28 skirt steaks, a 32-ounce wagyu tomahawk for $250, or a wild A5 wagyu nigiri starter if you’re feeling luxe. The vibe is more Tuesday night than special occasion, but the menu goes deep: bone marrow, picanha crostini, foie gras-topped burgers, even branzino if you’re skipping beef.

Time Out tip: Ask about the “Omakase Parrillada”—a chef-curated board loaded with a variety of Prime and Wagyu cuts, built for sharing and flexing.

Address: 2257 Coral Way, Miami, FL 33145

Opening hours: Mon–Fri 11:30am–10pm; Sat noon–11pm; Sun noon–10pm

Expect to pay: From $30 for a burger to $250+ if you're tomahawk-bound, plus plenty of upgrades along the way.

What is it? A waterfront steak house with national name recognition and a South Beach location so good, it makes you forget it’s a chain.

Why we love it: Set at the southern tip of Miami Beach, this outpost of the classic steak house brand delivers exactly what you want: stiff drinks, prime cuts, and one of the best waterfront views in the city. You could come just for the scenery—watching cruise ships glide past over a dirty martini at the outdoor bar—but the menu holds its own with seafood towers, truffled mac, and all the steak house standards. It’s reliable, scenic, and surprisingly non-touristy for a spot with this kind of location.

Time Out tip: Aim for a sunset reservation on the patio—few steak dinners come with better scenery.

Address: 1 Washington Ave, Miami Beach, FL 33139

Opening hours: Mon–Thu noon–10pm; Fri, Sat noon–11pm; Sun 11:30am–10pm

Expect to pay: Most meals land between $100 and $200 per person, especially if your table leans toward surf-and-turf.