Steak Houses in Manhattan

Manhattan, one of New York City's five boroughs, offers several activities to appeal to outdoor adventurers. Manhattan is home to one of the world's most famous outdoor attractions--Central Park. Visitors may also wish to do some urban power walking throughout the city. Golfing, boating and bicycling are more readily available in neighboring communities such as Queens, Brooklyn and Long Island. One of the advantages of a trip to Manhattan is access to plenty of dining opportunities, including several award-winning steakhouses.

Strip House

Strip House, open only for dinner, is part of a small national chain of steak eateries. While suits and ties are not required, outdoor enthusiasts should dress smartly when visiting Strip House. Private dining rooms are available upon advance request for those seeking a more intimate restaurant experience. Entrée choices include a wide range of New York strip and other steak cuts marinated in sea salt and black cracked pepper and side items, such as Black Truffle Creamed Spinach.

Strip House
13 E. 12th St.
New York, NY 10003
(212) 328-0000
striphouse.com

Sparks Steak House

Sparks Steak House is open for lunch and dinner Monday through Friday; only dinner is served on Saturdays and the restaurant is closed on Sundays. as of December 2009. Reservations are usually a good idea and business casual attire is advised.

Entrée options range from Steak Fromage with Roquefort cheese to filet mignon. Non-beef eaters can still enjoy the Sparks Steak House experience by trying lamb or pork chops, or selecting a hot seafood appetizer, such as lump crabmeat and bay scallops.

Sparks Steak House
210 E. 46th St.
New York, NY 10017
(212) 687-4855
sparkssteakhouse.com

Wolfgang's Steakhouse

Wolfgang's Steakhouse offers two Manhattan locations. Each serves the same menu including an expansive list of wines available by the bottle or glass. Steak cuts include porterhouse, filet mignon, sirloin and rib-eye. Other entrees offered range from grilled yellowfin tuna to jumbo lobster.

Those visiting Park Avenue can stop by Wolfgang's for lunch or dinner Monday through Saturday, but only dinner on Sundays. The Tribeca location serves lunch and dinner Monday through Friday; Saturday and Sunday offers dinner only, as of December 2009.

Wolfgang's Steakhouse
4 Park Ave.
New York, NY 10016
(212) 889-3369

409 Greenwich St.
New York, NY 10013
(212) 925-0350
wolfgangssteakhouse.com

Article Written By Stephanie Mojica

Stephanie Mojica has been a journalist since 1997. Her articles have appeared in newspapers such as "The Philadelphia Inquirer" and "The Virginian-Pilot," as well as several online publications. Mojica earned a Bachelor of General Studies, Arts and Science degree from Athabasca University in 2005 and is a certified weight-loss coach.

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