Do you ever have a craving for a delicious, perfectly cooked steak but don’t know where to look? The search results can be overwhelming, but we’ve got your back. Here at Lexus of Stevens Creek, we know that the only thing worse than no steak is a bad steak. That’s why we’ve curated this list of our favorite steakhouses in San Jose, California, for you. Whether it’s for a special occasion or simply a pleasant meal, you’ll be sure to enjoy your experience at these local restaurants.
Alexander’s Steakhouse
At this Japanese-infused steakhouse, there is a clear star of the show: Wagyu. With the highest-quality Wagyu from all over Japan as well as Australian and American crosses, this is the perfect place to go to get that melt-in-your-mouth umami flavor. That doesn’t mean they don’t have your other steaks on lock though; you can get all your favorite cuts here, whether that’s a dry-aged ribeye or a filet mignon, as well as a variety of seafood and other entrees. The Japanese influence doesn’t stop at Wagyu either; unique flavors infuse much of their menu and result in delectable dishes such as uni fried rice and hamachi shots.
- Location: 19379 Stevens Creek Blvd., Cupertino, California 95014
- Hours:
- Dinner
Sunday through Thursday: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
Friday and Saturday: 4:30 p.m. to 10 p.m. - Lunch
Wednesday through Friday: 12 p.m. to 2 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday: 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
- Dinner
LB Steak
LB Steak on Santana Row has all the makings of a modern American steakhouse, but it is also so much more than that. They pride themselves on their natural, hand-cut meats, sustainably sourced seafood, and fantastic seasonal menu. With a sommelier on deck, their special selection of Wagyu, each with its own perfect wine pairing, will definitely hit the spot. Make sure you also check out their Flight for Allyship — a wine flight that, in the world of wine that can be entrenched in tradition, showcases different underrepresented winemakers and supports scholarships to diversify the food and beverage industry.
- Location: 334 Santana Row, Suite 1000, San Jose, California 95128
- Hours:
- Sunday through Thursday: 11:30 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday: 11:30 a.m. to 10 p.m.
- Happy Hour: Monday through Friday: 3 p.m. to 5 p.m.
Rok Steakhouse & Grill
When you eat out, do you always find your steak not quite the right shade of medium-rare? At Rok Steakhouse, you’ll have complete control over how your steak is cooked. Each entree is brought out sizzling on your own personal 700-degree volcanic rock so you can pull it off at the perfect time. It’s not only fun and interactive but also gives off a great, even heat for cooking. This means that you, your kid who likes their steak extra well done, and your uncle who likes his still mooing can all be perfectly satisfied with their meals. Of course you’ll also find plenty of other options including seafood, burgers, and more, and it’s only right that you top of your volcanic rock meal with a gooey volcanic cake for dessert.
- Location: 4130 N. First St., San Jose, California 95134
- Hours: Every day from 11 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Forbes Mill Steakhouse
Hand-selected and aged-certified Angus beef, fresh seafood, and a 30-page-long wine list featuring fine wines from all over the world. All this and more is what you can expect to find if you make a visit to Forbes Mill Steakhouse. A monthly rotating prix fixe dinner is sure to satisfy intrepid diners always looking for a new taste, while their Sunday prime rib offers delicious, classic comfort. With award-winning executive chef Brian Weselby in charge, bringing with him experience from multiple Michelin-starred restaurants, anything you order is sure to be top-notch.
- Location: 206 N. Santa Cruz Ave., Los Gatos, California 95030
- Hours:
- Sunday, Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Friday and Saturday: 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Closed Monday
Taurinus Brazilian Steakhouse
If you’ve ever been to a Brazilian steakhouse before, you know that it’s hard to beat their slow-roasted steak cut straight off the skewer. Taurinus Brazilian Steakhouse is no exception. You can absolutely go fully in on the beef with their variety of steak cuts, but they also have pork, chicken, and lamb. If you’re feeling a little more adventurous, you should try the chicken hearts.
You’ll find plenty of Brazilian flavors here, with sides such as fried plantains and desserts such as mousse de maracuja (passion fruit). Just make sure to bring your biggest appetite because you can eat as much as you want for one fixed price.
- Location: 167 W. San Fernando St., San Jose, California 95113
- Hours:
- Tuesday through Thursday: 5 p.m. to 8:30 p.m.
- Friday: 5 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Saturday 4 p.m. to 9 p.m.
- Sunday 4 p.m. to 8 p.m.
- Monday: Closed
Dry Creek Grill
Dry Creek Grill offers everything you want in a steakhouse: delicious apps and sides, a great atmosphere, and most importantly, perfectly cooked steak, all without the pretentious atmosphere some steakhouses can have. With the menu also featuring beautifully smoked barbeque and elevated comfort food, like burgers and meatloaf with meat ground in-house, this restaurant strikes the perfect balance between casual, classic, and chic. Even just looking at the starter menu, featuring favorites such as baked brie and deviled eggs, has our stomachs growling. You can sweeten your evening even further with a glass of wine or, even better, a beautiful handcrafted cocktail from the bar.
- Location: 1580 Hamilton Ave., San Jose, California 95125
- Hours:
- Tuesday through Sunday: 4:30 p.m. to 9:30 p.m.
- Monday: Closed
Which of these local favorites do you think you’ll check out first? If you’d like to let us know or want to recommend your own steakhouse of choice, you can drop us a line over at Lexus of Stevens Creek. We can’t wait to hear from you and check out your suggestions.
A5 Kobe Beef by Allan Salvador is licensed with CC BY 2.0
Steak by Matt Barber is licensed with CC BY 2.0
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