The 50 Best Steaks in Europe

Steak is every meat eater's favourite indulgence– after all, what could be better than a perfectly seared, seasoned and succulent cut of steak cooked to your liking? Steak comes in many forms, from the classic ribeye and sirloin to the upmarket chateaubriand or filet mignon, the likes of which are usually only served at expert steakhouses. With so many cuts available, and varying levels of ‘doneness’, you may be stuck wondering where to start or where to go.

Behold, Big 7 Travel’s rankings for the top 50 best steaks in Europe. These are the places that take the simple steak and, using expert methods and techniques, elevate it to a premium level that deserves international recognition. Let’s take a look at the 50 best steaks in Europe for 2025.

50. Goodwin Steakhouse - Helsinki, Finland

Helsinki’s best steakhouse comes in the form of Goodwin Steakhouse, a simple yet high-quality American-style steakhouse serving nothing but the best cuts of Black Angus steak. The chefs here pour passion, heart and soul into every dish to create the best dining experience in Helsinki. Your only worry now is what to choose from the extensive wine list or which dessert looks the most drool-worthy. 

49. Griffin’s Steakhouse - Stockholm, Sweden

Griffin’s mission is to create an atmosphere and food that is simple and enjoyable, but with an added twist of sophistication and luxury, and they do just that through their exceptional quality steaks. Dining here is an experience that you won’t want to miss, characterised by the cocktails, brunch, set menus and top-quality cuts of steak that dominate the menus. 

 

48. Blacklock - London, UK

With restaurants across London and Manchester, the footfall at each Blacklock restaurant is always high, which serves as a testament to the incredible quality of its food and service. While the restaurant as a whole is highly praise-worthy, it’s the steaks that truly come out on top. Blacklock is also known for their Sunday Roasts with all the trimmings. If you’re looking for a place to eat some truly exceptional steaks in London, it really doesn’t get better than this.

 

47. The Lodge - Paphos, Cyprus

South African restaurant The Lodge in Paphos truly transports every guest to a place they’ve never been before, with taste sensations and an atmosphere so worthy of talking about that you’ll never stop. Its flame-grilled steaks represent the best of its craft, and the wine list includes the best Southern African reds and whites that are the perfect complement to the steaks. 

46. Muu Steakhouse - Porto, Portugal

Through a combination of a sophisticated, dimly-lit dining atmosphere, an expert team of master chefs who know everything there is to know about steak and perfectly seasoned, textured and flavoured steaks, Muu Steakhouse creates one of the best and most memorable dining experiences in the country. Injecting Portuguese flair into its food preparation methods and techniques, Muu is a place truly worthy of its praise and renowned reputation. 

45. Don Asador - Barcelona, Spain

The best steakhouse in Barcelona, if not the country, Don Asador is truly a carnivore’s paradise and keeps even the most discerning of diners happy with its Argentine steaks. Here, the steaks have the perfect grill and sear and are served with accompanying sides that perfectly complement the flavours and aromas of each cut. Walk past Don Asador, and we guarantee you’ll see the longest waiting line of your life. 

44. Miller & Carter - Edinburgh, Scotland

You’ll likely be familiar with Miller & Carter as there are several restaurants across the UK, but the one in Edinburgh really is the best of the best. Miller & Carter has received prestigious awards and accolades thanks to their premium quality service and the butchering, 30-day ageing and cooking process of their beef. Right in the heart of Edinburgh, you don’t need to travel very far to find some of the best steaks in the country. 

43. Manzo - Sofia, Bulgaria

The best steaks in town, guaranteed– there’s a whole lotta’ heart, passion and expertise that goes into sourcing, cooking and serving the steaks at Manzo, which introduces an Italian flair to everything they serve. While Manzo serves a variety of Italian dishes like pizza and pasta, it’s the steaks that’ll leave you coming back for more time and time again.

42. Abacco’s Steakhouse - Stuttgart, Germany

Located in lively Stuttgart, Abacco’s Steakhouse consistently ranks at the top of Germany’s best steakhouses, and for a good reason. With a sophisticated and chic interior, the overall feeling is that of luxury, where superb quality steaks are served on hot stones so you can be in charge of how your steak is cooked and cut. Serving the best cuts from rib-eye to rump steak, meat lovers and connoisseurs will feel right at home. 

41. Jack & Joe Steakhouse - Maribor, Slovenia

In a city that may initially go unacknowledged by tourists lies one of the country’s leading steakhouses, Jack & Joe. Using locally sourced and grown ingredients and beef from across Europe, this restaurant has succeeded in creating a name for itself among both locals and tourists, who flock to its tables for a taste of the steaks and sip of the wines. 

40. El Gaucho - Bratislava, Slovakia

You may wonder why so many restaurants seek to serve Argentine or Wagyu beef steaks, and that’s because they truly are the absolute best of the best, and so is El Gaucho in Bratislava. They focus on keeping you wined-and-dined with premium cuts of steak and full-bodied, well-balanced wines that rival even the most gourmet of menu items. 

 39. Basegrill - Athens, Greece

It’s safe to say that the chefs at Basegrill love meat, and want to see it loved by you too, which is why they pour passion, expert craftsmanship and dedication into each dish. Here, the steak is masterfully prepared, cooked, carved and served to hungry diners who have had each and every one of their needs met and their tastebuds tempted. 

38. Gaucho - London, UK

Known for their prime cuts of Wagyu and Argentine steaks, Gaucho truly comes out on top as one of London’s best steak restaurants for the foodies and steak aficionados among us. Enjoy your favourite cut seared to your liking and topped with chimichurri, smothered with gravy or accompanied by the classics that turn a simple steak into a full-on dining experience like no other. 

37. Porter & Rye - Glasgow, Scotland

Through specialist dry-ageing methods, the steaks at Porter & Rye are deeply flavoured and have the perfect tenderness. Everything that the chefs at Porter & Rye cook up has a Scottish flair, and they proudly showcase this through their techniques and practices. Although the menu is varied, the steaks stand out and shine above the rest thanks to their truly exceptional taste, texture and the chefs’ ability to cook your steak to absolute perfection every time, as per your preferences.

36. Restaurant Black and Blue - Amsterdam, Netherlands

Restaurant Black & Blue really is Amsterdam’s culinary gem, providing the best flavours and quality to everyone, no matter your diet– whether vegan, veggie or full-on carnivore, you will be welcome at Black and Blue in Amsterdam. For the meat-eaters or foodies among us, the steaks here are organic and grilled to the perfect temperature, so there’s really no better way or place to spend your day or night. 

35. Pampas - Budapest, Hungary

The chefs at Pampas know what it takes to give every guest a premium dining experience, which they do so by perfectly cooking their variation of cuts and giving every customer exactly what they’re looking for in taste, service and quality. All you need to worry about is being unable to finish your cut of steak or picking out a glass of red from the plethora of options. 

34. STK - Milan, Italy

Milan is not just the shopping, fashion and entertainment capital of Italy– it’s also known for its food scene, which is abundant with steaks. STK is a trendy, vibrant restaurant that doesn’t just focus on steaks, but instead creates a whole dining experience that is best enjoyed with friends. The best thing about this restaurant is its chefs (and its steaks), who sear every steak to absolute perfection and put hard work and high-quality ingredients into each dish they serve. 

33. Osho - Bucharest, Romania

Offering prime cuts of Angus and Wagyu beef in an immersive-style kitchen and dining room, the atmosphere and tastes at Osho in Bucharest are truly unmatched. Osho takes the best cuisines and merges them together to create a varied and plentiful menu that is bursting with flavour, from the marbled and succulent steaks that the restaurant is known for, to the seafood and pasta dishes for a little something different. 

32. Smokehouse Bar & Grill - Tirana, Albania

Smokehouse Bar & Grill is arguably the best steakhouse in Tirana, thanks to its large plates of grilled steak and crispy fries. There’s no compromise on quality, taste or service here, and you can expect to have the best time as you get stuck into your chosen cut, set in a vibrant and colourful restaurant. Eating here is an experience like no other, and one you won’t want to enjoy alone! 

31. Chops Grill - Split, Croatia

Fancy a cocktail and steak night like no other? Well, you can enjoy both plus the best seafood at Chops Grill in Split. Using internationally and locally sourced steaks, Chops Grill creates one of the best dining experiences, as you can watch your steak be seared to perfection without having to leave your seat. If you’re not a fan of steak, you’ll still be welcomed, as there is an exceptional seafood menu to keep everyone happy and well-fed all day long. 

30. Gran Fierro - Prague, Czech Republic

Gran Fierro provides the streets of Prague with the best charcoal-grilled steaks, with a strong focus on sustainability and Argentinian methods and techniques. Gran Fierro’s interior is modern, chic and luxurious, which adds to and elevates the tasting experience of the restaurant’s equally as luxurious steaks and accompaniments. 

 29. Beef and Pepper Steakhouse - Warsaw, Poland

Warsaw is a foodie city, and its steaks are popular with every visitor or local who is on the search for exceptional quality served in an intimate, classy setting. Beef & Pepper Steakhouse takes the lead when it comes to perfectly pink, juicy and succulent steaks that are perfectly seasoned to tantalise your tastebuds– is your mouth watering yet? 

 28. Dstrikt Steakhouse - Vienna, Austria 

Unsurprisingly, Vienna is right at the top of the list when it comes to food and drink in Europe, offering exceptional baked goods, food quality and variation, whether traditional Austrian or signature takes on international favourites. One thing you can be sure of is Vienna’s expertise when it comes to cooking the perfect steak. Dstrikt Steakhouse is the best of the best, with tasty sides accompanying the best cuts of steak around. 

27. BEEF - Geneva, Switzerland

Beef is their name, and beef is what they serve at the highest quality that effortlessly rivals any other steakhouse in Switzerland. Committed to serving the best quality and sustainably sourced beef in the country, BEEF provides its guests with the best atmosphere, service and tasting experience. You’re guaranteed to spend the majority of your time in Geneva at BEEF, as you won’t be able to get enough of their succulent, juicy and seared-to-perfection steaks. 

26. Toro Grill - Belgrade, Serbia

With all the vibes of a traditional steakhouse, with the familiar dry-ageing and hot-pan searing and grilling, Toro Grill captures the very essence of a local and unpretentious steak restaurant that you can rely on to deliver exceptional quality every time you visit. Not to mention, you can expect the steaks to taste better than in any other steakhouse in Serbia guaranteed. 

25. Grillmarkaðurinn - Reykjavik, Iceland 

While Iceland may be known for its unconventional meats like whale and shark, one thing that it has perfected is the traditional steak. The best examples of expertly seared, flavoured and presented steaks in Iceland come from the trendy and upmarket Grillmarkaðurinn restaurant in Reykjavik– although other meats feature on the menu, the main specialty is definitely the steaks, which are succulent, juicy and perfectly flavoured. Vegetarians are also well-catered for here!

24. Kyloe - Edinburgh, Scotland

Often cited as Edinburgh’s best steak restaurant, Kyloe was created with the steak connoisseurs in mind. The steaks here are a big deal, so much so that even the most particular and discerning among us will be impressed by their flavour, texture and sear. When you’re on the hunt for the same reliable and familiar taste of steak you’re used to in Edinburgh, you won’t want to pass up the opportunity to dine at Kyloe, where simplicity meets expertise to create something truly special and worth celebrating. 

23. Flat Iron - London, UK

With ‘great steaks for everyone’ being the words they live by, the chefs at Flat Iron make it their mission to ensure that every guest is well catered for. No matter the cut of steak you like or how you like it done, you’ll be left savouring the last mouthful of Flat Iron’s signature steaks. With a simple menu of steak and classic sides with unique twists, all of which are presented to the highest standard, you’re certainly in for a feast for both the eyes and stomach. 

22. Pasture - Cardiff, Wales

Steaks that are farm-to-table, locally sourced produce and dry-aged beef are the stars of Pasture’s extensive menu. Originally opened in Bristol, this premium steakhouse has expanded to Cardiff, where it has earned a reputation as one of the city’s best-loved steak restaurants. You can expect nothing short of perfection with every steak or meat dish that is brought to your table– we of course have to mention this restaurant’s incredible Sunday Roasts, where lashings of gravy meet the most tender and perfectly cooked steaks and all the classic sides. 

21. FX Buckley - Dublin, Ireland

Let’s be real, FX Buckley has certainly garnered enough recognition and accolades to be labelled as Ireland’s top steak restaurant, and this is down to its perfectly seared and richly-flavoured authentic Irish steaks, premium wines and additional meat and seafood dishes. Here, the atmosphere, convenient location and world-class service have been highly praised among both locals and visitors alike.

20. Hot Stone Steakhouse - Budapest, Hungary

So named because of the searing hot lava stones that your chosen cut of steak is served on, the unique Hot Stone Steakhouse in Budapest is one of the only places where you can actually grill your steak yourself– if you’re quite particular about how you like your steak done, this is the perfect place for you. Because of this method, this restaurant is really about the experience as much as the delectable taste of the meat. 

19. Beef Eater’s - Riga, Latvia

Are you a beef eater? If so, behold one of Latvia’s best steak restaurants. Here, the meat is tender, juicy and about as classic as you can get, and while the steaks are the main focus, you’ll be able to find a variety of delicious options for all types of diners, whether meat eaters or not. Beef Eater’s rustic interior, inclusivity and friendly, professional service make it so well-loved among locals, and their true passion for meat shines through in the flavours of each dish that is brought to your table. 

18. Argentiina Restoran - Tallinn, Estonia

Experts in barbecuing and grilling, the steaks served here have that sweet, smoky flavour, perfectly charred skin with the signature grill pattern, and are tender, succulent and juicy. However you like your steak, whether rare, medium, well-done or in between, you can expect nothing but the best here at Argentina Restoran. Through a combination of the perfect cosy and inviting atmosphere, world-class service and the best-tasting steaks around, Argentina Restoran has steadily become everyone’s local favourite steak restaurant. 

17. Meat Lovers - Vilnius, Lithuania

Imagine a perfectly seared juicy steak, accompanied by the crispiest and fluffiest thick-cut chips and your favourite sides, all washed down with your favourite alcohol–well, you don’t have to imagine at Meat Lovers in Vilnius, as that’s exactly what you can expect to be served alongside other premium meat dishes. The clue really is in the name!

16. MASH - Copenhagen, Denmark

MASH, standing for Modern American Steak House, adds Danish flair to the quintessential American steak methods and practices. If there’s one thing Copenhagen is known for, it’s excellent food. You should definitely dine in a group, as the abundance of thick and hearty steaks served here are best shared. 

 15. The Grand - Helsinki, Finland 

This grand (pun intended) steak restaurant is a pop-up-style restaurant in the heart of Finland’s capital Helsinki, featuring simple, delicate plates that showcase the classic steak and accompaniments. You know what you’re getting here, with only the bare essentials that taste as delicious as you’d expect from a premium steakhouse-style restaurant. Who said steak needs to be complicated? Simplicity is often the way forward, and The Grand likes to let the flavour and texture of their steaks be the dominant factor of the dish. 

14. Mr Porter - Amsterdam, Netherlands

Another suitably-named restaurant thanks to their specialty porterhouse, rib-eye and Wagyu beef steaks, Mr Porter in Amsterdam sources the best and perfectly marbled steaks which they grill and sear to the best level, leaving the steak tender, juicy and succulent and seasoned to perfection. Their bright, spacious and modern dining space reinforces the feeling of luxury, helping to create the ultimate dining experience from start to finish.

13. KöD - Oslo, Norway

KöD, meaning ‘meat’ in Danish is aptly named thanks to its meat dishes, the star of which is the steak. Focused on simplicity, Köd serves traditional steak and classic sides like frites to create the most authentic steakhouse feeling. With restaurants in Norway, Denmark and London, there’s no way you can miss out on trying the best steak that, using authentic methods, has been elevated to the highest level and presented aesthetically to whet your appetite. 

 

12. Beef and Glory - Vienna, Austria

Beef and Glory uses a range of local and international cuts of grass-fed and Wagyu beef which is dry-aged by them to create the ultimate steak experience. Set in a luxury, chic dining room with large cuts of meat on display, you know you’re in for a VIP experience. You’ll be able to taste the passion, creativity and desire for upholding traditions through the steaks served here.

 

11. Lana - Madrid, Spain

Lana is the Spanish capital’s most prized steak restaurant, using the very best high-end cuts of Argentine steak to showcase the passion, flair and expertise of the master chefs. If you’re looking for the best steak in Spain, there truly is nowhere else that has mastered the art of steak grilling and flavour-enhancing quite like Lana Restaurant. Not to mention, if your favourite tipple is wine, you’ll be spoilt for choice for which one to choose to accompany your steak thanks to Lana’s extensive wine list. 

10. Trattoria Osteria Dall’Oste - Florence, Italy

Steak as we know it today is thought to have originated in Florence, which makes Trattoria Osteria Dall’Oste possibly the most authentic steak restaurant you can find in Italy. Using the finest cuts of steak you can find, including popular high-end Wagyu, Angus and Kobe, the steak is perfectly textured and seared to your liking and preferred level, and presented in a way that’ll make your mouth water uncontrollably as it's brought to your table. 

 

9. Steakhouse Asador - Berlin, Germany

When you want to try traditional Argentine steak accompanied by the best wines in a rustic, welcoming, and cosy atmosphere, Asador is your go-to. Nestled among the busy streets of Berlin, Asador wants to ensure that every guest is well taken care of, with perfectly cooked steaks, world-class intimate service and a smooth, streamlined dining experience not found anywhere else in Germany. 

 8. I Due Cippi - Tuscany, Italy 

A cosy yet sophisticated atmosphere, characterised by a warmly-lit dining room and roaring fire makes this restaurant feel more like you’re dining at a friend’s house. Introducing the streets of Tuscany to seasonal premium delicacies and meats, I Due Cippi excels at upholding traditional Italian methods to ensure that every steak is perfectly seared, flavoured and cooked to order. 

 

7. Sala de Corte - Lisbon, Portugal

Lisbon is known for its food and Sala de Corte is a gem of the Portuguese capital, bringing authentic aged meats and steaks to discerning local foodies and meat-lovers. Set in a modern, chic and sophisticated restaurant, the steaks here are to die for, using dry-ageing methods with the eight different cuts to ensure maximum depths of flavour. 

 

6. Carcasse - Koksijde, Belgium

This culinary triumph, founded by renowned Belgian butcher Hendrik Dierendonck and run by a master head chef who knows everything and everything about dry-ageing steaks, is truly something special. Using charcoal grills, the meat is seared to absolute perfection, which allows the depth of flavour to shine through in each mouthful until you’re left savouring the last bite. What’s more, in case you weren’t already sold and immediately adding this restaurant to your Belgium itinerary, it has also been awarded a prestigious Michelin Star. 

 

5. The Butcher Grill - Dublin, Ireland

The personalised service, inviting cosy atmosphere and variation of prime steak cuts are what make this restaurant so well-loved among locals, most of whom would likely waste no time singing praise about Butcher Grill. Here, mouth-watering and tender cuts of steak are brought to your table, followed by the most decadent desserts and the best reds, whites and rosés. Plus, they serve one of the best Sunday Roasts in the city!  

 

4. AG - Stockholm, Sweden

Arguably Sweden’s best steakhouse, serving authentic porterhouse and upmarket cuts of steak, AG in Stockholm holds top spot in Sweden for a plethora of reasons. While AG’s main star of the show are its dry-aged steaks, the restaurant also serves a variety of meats like spring lamb and seafood. Plus, the wine list is extensive and features reds, whites and rosés that perfectly complement any cut of meat you choose. 

 

3. CUT - London, UK

London is a foodie’s paradise, and is certainly no stranger to a good steak. Behold CUT, founded by world-renowned Austrian chef Wolfgang Puck and now one of the most revered steak restaurants in the world– and with good reason, as the menu is perfectly crafted to effortlessly harmonise with the wine list and ambience of the place to create a dining experience that is truly like no other. 

 

2. Bodega El Capricho - León, Spain

This family-run specialist steak restaurant surpasses all others in Spain for its creativity, dedication, expert cooking and flavour enhancement of its dishes. Cited as a carnivore’s dream restaurant, Bodega El Capricho raises its own oxen, and knows when the meat is perfectly matured so as to create the best depth of flavour. Thanks to the expert methods and techniques used by the chefs, the restaurant is consistently ranked among the best steak restaurants in the world. 

 

1. Le Relais de L'Entrecôte - Paris, France 

This bistro-style steakhouse takes the steak frites dish to the highest level, with crispy golden fries accompanying tender and succulent cuts of steak that will make your mouth water just by looking at it. Founded in 1959, Relais has been serving speciality steaks, wines, and classic sides ever since– have you tried their signature secret sauce?