2025 Best Steakhouses in San Diego Area

The Best Steakhouses in San Diego

From old-fashioned meat joints sporting red leather booths to modern chophouses that serve globally-inspired fare, these steakhouses that have made the cut all have one thing in common: great steak.

So tuck into your favorite cuts, or try new ones, at one of GAYOT's Best Steakhouses in San Diego, presented in alphabetical order.

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Ember & Rye
14/20
A steakhouse & seafood restaurant with a view. It’s more on the classic culinary side. See More

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Greystone
13/20
Quality meats, thick chops, seafood and stiff drinks make this a Gaslamp go-to steakhouse. See More

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Island Prime
13/20
This San Diego mainstay offers views of the city skyline and bay. See More

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Steakhouse, Seafood, Breakfast
JRDN Restaurant
14/20
Seafood, steaks and ocean views at Tower23 Hotel. See More
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Morton's The Steakhouse
13/20
Old-school steakhouse serves cuts of USDA Prime aged beef, seafood and fine wine. See More

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Red Tracton's
12/20
Old-school piano bar and legendary restaurant across from the Del Mar track serves up seafood, pasta and steaks. See More

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Ruth's Chris Steak House
13/20
A carnivore’s hub for juicy steaks, martinis, good wine and bay views. See More

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Stake Chophouse & Bar
15/20
Modern chef-driven steakhouse with high-quality meats and seafood, and well-curated wines. See More

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STK
14/20
Sleek, modern steakhouse in the Andaz hotel in San Diego's Gaslamp Quarter. See More

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