ABE & LOUIE’S
Location: Back Bay
Cuisine: Steak House
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-536-6300
   
793 Boylston St., 617-536-6300. Boasting the service, style and elegance of a New York steakhouse, this establishment offers a menu that includes hand-selected, prime-aged cuts of beef, fresh fish and poultry, as well as an extensive wine selection. The sophisticated mahogany and brass-accented decor creates a comfortable environment perfect for entertaining. L, D, C, LS.

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BONFIRE STEAKHOUSE
Location: Back Bay
Cuisine: Steak House
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-262-3473
   
64 Arlington St., Park Plaza Hotel, 617-262-FIRE. This Todd English culinary triumph is an American steakhouse with European influences, boasting a delectable menu that spans all the regions of the world. A firewall is the main focus of the dining room, running along the back wall where the cooking becomes entertainment. D, C, LS.

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CAPITAL GRILLE
Location: Back Bay
Cuisine: Steak House
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-262-8900
   
359 Newbury St., 617-262-8900. Everything you expect in a steakhouse can be found right here at this upscale Newbury Street favorite, from the extraordinary dry-aged porterhouse to the homemade cheesecake. A perfect spot for power lunches or special occasions. D, C, LS.

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GRILL 23 & BAR
Location: Back Bay
Cuisine: Steak House
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-542-2255
   
161 Berkeley St., 617-542-2255. This Mobil four-star property offers prime dry-aged beef, imaginative fish and seafood, and an impressive wine list, as well as a clubby yet congenial atmosphere. Lauded for its impressive bar and as a spot for people watching. Inducted into Boston magazine’s Hall of Fame for Best Steakhouse. Reservations strongly suggested. D.

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MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE
Location: Seaport
Cuisine: Steak House
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-526-0410
   
One Exeter Plaza (699 Boylston St. at Exeter Street), 617-266-5858; World Trade Center East, Two Seaport Lane, 617-526-0410. These renowned steakhouses are famous for their prime-aged beef, including filet mignon and New York strip steak. They also serve a variety of other non-beef entrees, including jumbo lump crab cakes and double rib lamb chops. Mon–Fri 5:30–11 p.m., Sat & Sun 5–10 p.m.

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MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE
Location: Back Bay
Cuisine: Steak House
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-266-5858
   
One Exeter Plaza (699 Boylston St. at Exeter Street), 617-266-5858. These renowned steakhouses are famous for their prime-aged beef, including filet mignon and New York strip steak. They also serve a variety of other non-beef entrees, including jumbo lump crab cakes and double rib lamb chops. Mon–Fri 11:30am–11 p.m., Sat 4:45-11pm, Sun 5–10 p.m.

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THE OAK ROOM
Location: Back Bay
Cuisine: Steak House
Entertainment: yes
Profile: yes - read profile
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-267-5300
   
138 St. James Ave., Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel, 617-267-5300. This sophisticated spot offers a traditional steakhouse menu of prime steaks and chops and fresh seafood. Replete with stately wood paneling, rich draperies and wall ornaments for a comfortable yet elegant feel. B, L, D daily. The adjoining Oak Bar offers martinis, raw bar and full Oak Room menu.

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RUTH’S CHRIS STEAK HOUSE
Location: Downtown
Cuisine: Steak House
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-742-8401
   
45 School St., 617-742-8401. Housed in Boston’s Old City Hall, Ruth’s Chris Steak House offers the finest USDA prime steaks served sizzling hot, as well as fresh seafood and an award-winning wine list, all in a gracious environment with warm hospitality. L, D, C.

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SMITH & WOLLENSKY
Location: Back Bay
Cuisine: Steak House
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-423-1112
   
The Castle at Columbus & Arlington, 617-423-1112. Located in a spectacular setting, this legendary restaurant features USDA Prime dry aged steaks. The meticulously restored former armory, known simply as “The Castle,” is accented by seven working fireplaces and dining rooms that span four floors to blend fun and formality. D, C.

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