Let them eat steak. It’s a perfect motto for Father’s Day -or every day if you’re a real carnivore. Many dads would love to celebrate at a steakhouse, so here’s a rundown of local beef eateries.Hoboken
Arthur’s Tavern
237 Washington St.
(201) 656-5009
www.arthurstavern.com
Arthur’s has been serving up enormous steaks on Washington Street since 1985. Their specialty is the 24 oz. Delmonico steak, a big slab of boneless rib eye cooked to order, $17.95. For really big appetites, there’s the Double, 48 oz. of the same cut of beef, for $29.95. Steaks are served with a side of Arthur’s Famous Potatoes – home fried with onions. Arthur’s, which also has locations in Emerson, Morris Plains, and North Brunswick, has been voted “Best Steak” in New Jersey Monthly’s Readers Choice survey. This steakhouse is also known for its liter mugs of draft beer and its casual atmosphere, billed as an “old-fashioned neighborhood tavern.” And you can’t beat the prices.
Frankie & Johnnie’s
163 14th St.
(201) 659-6202
www.frankieandjohnnies.com
Frankie & Johnnie’s occupies a classic corner storefront that dates back to the late 19th century. In fact, the old-school atmosphere was captured on film in On the Waterfront. For Father’s Day, owner Dino Panopoulos recommends the porterhouse for two, $75. What Dad wouldn’t love to share some sirloin and filet mignon? Frankie & Johnnie’s serves Black Angus and USDA Prime steaks. And the vintage setting – including a gleaming cherrywood bar, a pressed-tin ceiling, and great old tile floor – is worthy of a celebration. With its 23 food rating from Zagat, Frankie & Johnnie’s is one of the top-rated steakhouses in New Jersey.
Jersey City
Chris’ Grill House
1059 Westside Ave.
(201) 434-2332
At Chris’ Grill House, located near Journal Square, the beef is cut and grilled to order. Their signature dish is the sizzling steak, a New York sirloin, value priced at $16.95. This steakhouse also serves chops, seafood, pasta, and brick-oven pizzas. The action at the pizza oven and the marble bar adds to the casual atmosphere. Chris’ Grill House is closed on Sundays, so you can’t take Dad here on Father’s Day proper, but it’s a place the whole family will enjoy on any other day of the week.
Edward’s Steak House
239 Marin Blvd.
(201) 761-0000
www.edwardssteakhouse.com
A new addition to the downtown dining scene, Edward’s brings the upscale, New York-style steakhouse to Jersey City. Edward’s Steak House offers steak, seafood, and more with an elegant bistro flare. The restaurant is named for its executive chef, Edward Gozdz, formerly of the Old Homestead in Manhattan’s meatpacking district. Tucked into a historic townhouse, Edward’s is comfortably upscale. The menu includes all the classic steaks and chops – aged Prime sirloin, porterhouse, filet mignon, and more. Other favorites include the filet mignon vegetable spring rolls, Gozdz’s signature chopped salad, and lobster. For Father’s Day, Gozdz says you can’t go wrong with the New York sirloin – 16 oz. of aged, boneless beef for $28.
Weehawken
Ruth’s Chris Steak House
1000 Harbor Blvd.
(201) 863-5100
www.ruthschris.com
Nationwide, Ruth’s Chris has built a reputation for excellent steaks in an upscale atmosphere. The Weehawken location offers that and more – a breathtaking view of the Hudson River and the Manhattan skyline from its 20-foot windows. One of the favorites is the filet mignon, 12 oz. for $29.95. Diners also rave about the side dishes, including au gratin potatoes and asparagus with hollandaise sauce. Three times in the last four years, Weehawken’s Ruth’s Chris Steak House has taken home “Best Steak” honors in New Jersey Monthly’s Readers Choice survey. And with its 24 food rating from Zagat, Ruth’s Chris ranks as one of the top three steakhouses in New Jersey
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