A Good Steak

[perlsvilla]

Any suggestions on where to get a good steak/ prime rib in The Villages? Thanks

[Taltarzac725]

Any suggestions on where to get a good steak/ prime rib in The Villages? Thanks

The Chop House: American Steakhouse, Seafood Restaurant and Wine Bar | Steaks, Chops, and Seafood (https://www.thechophouse.com/)

I have heard good things about this place but have not been there. Omaha Steaks at home is my go to.

[frayedends]

Chophouse is good. Regarding Omaha that’s a huge no. Way overpriced (do math per pound and don’t count filler crap like apple tarts). Also their steak isn’t even USDA graded.

[retiredguy123]

I buy USDA Prime filet mignon from Publix. It costs about $35 per pound, but it is better than any restaurant steak I have had. By the way, the only way to get a USDA Prime filet mignon in a nearby restaurant is to go to Ruth Chris in Orlando. Not Chophouse, Prime 3, or Mark's in Ocala, or any other place that I know of.

[Keefelane66]

We’ve enjoyed Texas Roadhouse very consistent at all their resturants.
Longhorn corner Rolling Acres/441 gets busy long wait times but consistant

[Taltarzac725]

Chophouse is good. Regarding Omaha that’s a huge no. Way overpriced (do math per pound and don’t count filler crap like apple tarts). Also their steak isn’t even USDA graded.

They explain that-- https://www.omahasteaks.com/blog/why-our-beef-is-better/

I have been getting brochures for Kansas City Steaks which looks very pricey. Steaks - Premium Steaks - Gourmet Steaks Online | Kansas City Steaks (https://www.kansascitysteaks.com/steaks)

[retiredguy123]

They explain that-- https://www.omahasteaks.com/blog/why-our-beef-is-better/

I have been getting brochures for Kansas City Steaks which looks very pricey. Steaks - Premium Steaks - Gourmet Steaks Online | Kansas City Steaks (https://www.kansascitysteaks.com/steaks)
Thanks for the info. I don't understand the Omaha comments about USDA grading.

They say, "The USDA grade of beef depends on really just one factor: marbling." And, they say that their steaks have "exceptional" marbling. So, if that is the case, why don't their steaks have a USDA Prime grade?

Regarding the Kansas City Steaks, they are pricey. They charge $120 per pound for USDA Prime filet mignon, as compared to $35 per pound at Publix. I have never been disappointed with the Publix steaks. You can definitely tell the difference in tenderness between USDA Prime vs USDA Choice.

[Taltarzac725]

Thanks for the info. I don't understand the Omaha comments about USDA grading.

They say, "The USDA grade of beef depends on really just one factor: marbling." And, they say that their steaks have "exceptional" marbling. So, if that is the case, why don't their steaks have a USDA Prime grade?

Regarding the Kansas City Steaks, they are pricey. They charge $120 per pound for USDA Prime filet mignon, as compared to $35 per pound at Publix. I have never been disappointed with the Publix steaks. You can definitely tell the difference in tenderness between USDA Prime vs USDA Choice.

They do have excellent marbling.

My two brothers both got to very expensive dinners and on their businesses' expense while meeting with customers but I never had that opportunity. Law librarians usually ate at rather inexpensive places. So I never got to one of these very fancy steak places.

[frayedends]

We digress on the Omaha thing, but even their first package is over $30/lb and only just over 1 lb of that is steak (cheap top sirloin). The rest is chicken and meatballs. They are not a good value. Now if you don't mind paying for good steaks (for home), Creekstone Farm is my go to. I also buy some stuff from Wildfork Foods. They are a good value and usually good quality.

Honestly though, for steaks you can find good stuff at the supermarket if you know what to look for.


Anyhow back to the OP, not directly in the Villages, but Prime 3 in Leesburg was great. Expensive, but really good.

[Robbb]

Any suggestions on where to get a good steak/ prime rib in The Villages? Thanks

Costco has prime. Recently read an article that said, Costco is one reason so many steak restaurant's have closed. Their prime is a fraction of the cost of a steak place. Yes I know there isn't one around here.

[Topspinmo]

Well I can’t help, I haven’t had good steak in 30 years.

[retiredguy123]

Costco has prime. Recently read an article that said, Costco is one reason so many steak restaurant's have closed. Their prime is a fraction of the cost of a steak place. Yes I know there isn't one around here.
Sam's Club has prime steaks also, but I much prefer the ones at Publix.

[Taltarzac725]

I have found Winn-Dixie has better beef.

[retiredguy123]

I have found Winn-Dixie has better beef.
Note that only about 2 percent of the beef produced in the U.S. is graded as prime. The Winn-Dixie I go to in Pinellas Plaza doesn't sell any prime beef.

[John Mayes]

Sam's Club has prime steaks also, but I much prefer the ones at Publix.

I think Fresh Market has USDA Prime also.

[Taltarzac725]

I have had steaks at the various Villages' country clubs and they were good but nothing special. Cattle Baron's was better if memory serves.

Some of the country club burgers were quite good.

[retiredguy123]

I think Fresh Market has USDA Prime also.
Yes, they do, $38 per pound for a filet. Not my favorite store, though.

[MrChip72]

Sam's Club has prime steaks also, but I much prefer the ones at Publix.

We mainly get ours at Sam's Club. As long as you pick through them a little to find the steaks with the best marbling, we end up with an excellent steak every time.

[frayedends]

Any suggestions on where to get a good steak/ prime rib in The Villages? Thanks

Just as an FYI, there's a reason so many people are mentioning buying steaks from a market. I'm guessing, like me, they are all disappointed with restaurant steaks considering the price. I can make a choice strip steak at $10-$12/lb better than most steakhouses that may have aged prime. You go to the steakhouse for the ambiance and overpriced steaks.

This here is how you make a steak...

https://i.imgur.com/RZrBFpkl.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/dhfw3Zwl.jpg

[Ecuadog]

...

This here is how you make a steak...

https://i.imgur.com/RZrBFpkl.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/dhfw3Zwl.jpg

Ewwwwww... What are those green things?

[JoMar]

Thanks for the info. I don't understand the Omaha comments about USDA grading.

They say, "The USDA grade of beef depends on really just one factor: marbling." And, they say that their steaks have "exceptional" marbling. So, if that is the case, why don't their steaks have a USDA Prime grade?

Regarding the Kansas City Steaks, they are pricey. They charge $120 per pound for USDA Prime filet mignon, as compared to $35 per pound at Publix. I have never been disappointed with the Publix steaks. You can definitely tell the difference in tenderness between USDA Prime vs USDA Choice.

If you base your steaks on price then you are correct......both Omaha and KC Steaks are overpriced. We base our steaks on taste and continue to buy from Omaha a couple times a year. We also buy from Publix for the convienence. But back to the OP...... if you are looking for some atmosphere we suggest Chop House or Lopez. Outside our go to is Berns in Tampa but it's a process and challenge to get into the place.

[MrChip72]

If you base your steaks on price then you are correct......both Omaha and KC Steaks are overpriced. We base our steaks on taste and continue to buy from Omaha a couple times a year. We also buy from Publix for the convienence.

Agreed that there's no need to overpay for steaks to be shipped to your home. The game changer for us was first learning how to pick out a good steak based on how the marbling looks and second learning how to properly sear and cook a steak so that it tastes very similar to a high end steakhouse. We started with simple but foolproof techniques that Anthony Bourdain has mentioned several times (easy to Google). Basically searing each side, cooking under indirect heat for a duration based on desired doneness, and then let the steak rest (absolutely mandatory), covered in aluminum foil and optionally do the "restaurant trick" and rub some butter or garlic butter on the finished steak before resting.

[Sensei]

Any suggestions on where to get a good steak/ prime rib in The Villages? Thanks

Turners in Leesburg NEVER disappoints.

[Bhighley]

Any suggestions on where to get a good steak/ prime rib in The Villages? Thanks

Unfortunately there are no good steaks in The Villages. If you want a good steak, you’ll have to visit Orlando or Tampa/St Pete. The drive is an hour plus, but worth it to get a good meal occasionally.

The Villages can certainly support a fine steakhouse, it just has t happened yet. Many think Chop House is good, it isn’t. It’s just better than Sizzler, which many believe to serve good steaks…

[frayedends]

Ewwwwww... What are those green things?

ROFL! I'm with you! I'd rather just another steak on the plate. :D

[gbs317]

I have had a good steak at Prima in Brownwood Sq. The only problem is they have a limited 3 steak menu. I ordered a NY strip topped with melted gorgonzola medium rare and it was perfect.

[Berwin]

I'll just point out that Walmart has a (very) limited selection of USDA Prime steaks these days. Also, even though I've looked, I have never found prime at Publix - only choice. In any case, it is wasted on me having grown up in rural Arkansas. At least I've stopped cooking mine well-done. :-)

[CSB1228]

I noticed that no one mentioned the "Local Butcher" in The Market at Sawgrass. I've never shopped there, but they might have what you're looking for.

[Freeda]

I'll add to the original question - for health reasons we only eat grass-fed beef; any suggestions for this, either in restaurants or groceries? So far, we've found some at Publix and at WalMart.

[LuLinn]

We had delicious steaks two weeks ago at Harvest in Brownwood.

[Rzepecki]

We’ve enjoyed Texas Roadhouse very consistent at all their resturants.
Longhorn corner Rolling Acres/441 gets busy long wait times but consistant

When I talk to acquaintances about enjoying steak at Ruth’s a lot of them will respond with Texas Roadhouse. There’s a HUGE difference between TR and Ruth’s to the point that I wouldn’t even call what they serve at TR steak.

[vinricci]

Chop House wayyyy overpriced.

[PersonOfInterest]

I don't eat Meat cause I'm a Veterinarian.

[Blackbird45]

Making steaks at home is easy and there are many ways to achieve the perfect steak.
I've lately been hooked onto sous vide, there are many videos on YouTube to show you how to use this method.
Try this site for explanation: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NaMtktnlb4A
I've ordered Omaha Steaks, also Porter and York, what I found was you can go to Publix order prime, the size I want at a better price and not have to wait for a delivery.

[retiredguy123]

I'll just point out that Walmart has a (very) limited selection of USDA Prime steaks these days. Also, even though I've looked, I have never found prime at Publix - only choice. In any case, it is wasted on me having grown up in rural Arkansas. At least I've stopped cooking mine well-done. :-)
I buy prime filets from the Colony Plaza Publix. They are under their Greenwise label. They are not always in stock, but you can usually get them a few days per week.

[Tadpole]

Chophouse is good. Regarding Omaha that’s a huge no. Way overpriced (do math per pound and don’t count filler crap like apple tarts). Also their steak isn’t even USDA graded.

It was several years ago we went to Chop House and we both ordered the filet mignon, our favorite steak. It was so tough we could barely cut it with the steak knife, and even our teeth couldn't get through it. Left it sitting on our plates. Mgr said "sorry" and that was the end of it. In fact, I haven't had a decent Filet anywhere in The Villages compared to what we always had in both CA and TX. Mouth-watering, tender and tasty. I won't bother ordering a steak anywhere here.

[talonip]

Note that only about 2 percent of the beef produced in the U.S. is graded as prime. The Winn-Dixie I go to in Pinellas Plaza doesn't sell any prime beef.
They sell the best tenderloins I have ever had. 27$ a pound but well worth it

[retiredguy123]

It was several years ago we went to Chop House and we both ordered the filet mignon, our favorite steak. It was so tough we could barely cut it with the steak knife, and even our teeth couldn't get through it. Left it sitting on our plates. Mgr said "sorry" and that was the end of it. In fact, I haven't had a decent Filet anywhere in The Villages compared to what we always had in both CA and TX. Mouth-watering, tender and tasty. I won't bother ordering a steak anywhere here.
That is because none of the local restaurants use USDA Prime beef. It makes no sense for a high end steak house to not offer prime beef.

[ndf888]

If you don’t mind driving to Ocala, Mark’s Prime Steakhouse has excellent steaks in my experience.
Home - Mark's Prime Steakhouse (https://marksprimesteakhouse.com/)

[Barbscats]

Prime 3 in Leesburg, Turners in Leesburg (Sat night Prime Rib special) or Rose
Plantation.

[TerryCamlin]

Costco prime steaks are very good. We have a smoker/grill and cooking these ourselves at home is way better than Chop House for sure.

[Paula]

We had filets on New Year's Eve - from a whole tenderloin from, wait now, Aldi. We've been buying it for several years, and the meat is flavorful and tender. And much more reasonable than $20-$30/pound, or more at a restaurant.

[midiwiz]

Any suggestions on where to get a good steak/ prime rib in The Villages? Thanks

Honestly not where you would think it would be. Best steak (delmonico) is Prima by far. Prime Rib, had to go there didn't you. Mezza Luna is actually the best prime rib here. Problem is getting it at the right temp. It sells out extremely fast.

Chop and the others around here, have low grades of meat, in addition some don't even know how to properly prep and then cook one. That would include the chains outside the bubble. Those are for people with failing or no taste buds.

You can venture up into Ocala and fair better, or even Orlando, but around here you're pretty much stuck with what is and isn't.

[Marathon Man]

Any suggestions on where to get a good steak/ prime rib in The Villages? Thanks

I had a great steak at Prima in Brownwood just the other night.

[OhioBuckeye]

Go to a steak house that specializes in steak because if they weren’t good steaks they wouldn’t be in business, so like some people say Chophouse or Texas Roadhouse, if you’re talking about a restaurant!

[MidWestIA]

not Omaha - It'''s Prime Time | USDA Prime Beef | The Fresh Market | The Fresh Market (https://www.thefreshmarket.com/prime)

[frayedends]

Maybe a fluke but I had prime rib at Prima and it was cold inside. They heated it but it seemed clear to me it was reheated slice rather than a freshly roasted rib roast. I like their other food. Haven’t had another steak there.

[phojo]

I’ve always liked Longhorn steak house on 441, but recently have gotten excellent Prime Rib at Perkins. Yes I was surprised.

[Laker14]

this thread is making me hungry.

[pauld315]

Unfortunately there are no good steaks in The Villages. If you want a good steak, you’ll have to visit Orlando or Tampa/St Pete. The drive is an hour plus, but worth it to get a good meal occasionally.

The Villages can certainly support a fine steakhouse, it just has t happened yet. Many think Chop House is good, it isn’t. It’s just better than Sizzler, which many believe to serve good steaks…

Go up to Ocala to Mark's Prime or Stirrups. There is also a Remington's Prime Steakhouse that is opening later this month in Ocala

[frasep]

Any suggestions on where to get a good steak/ prime rib in The Villages? Thanks
It's a crapshoot. Went to Chop House for my husband's birthday. He ordered filet, I ordered ribeye. Both were very tough, couldn't eat most of mine. The manager tried to tell me it was because I ordered medium rare! However they did take mine off the bill. A few days later my friend went and she and her friend had excellent filets. Go figure.

[Driller703]

Any suggestions on where to get a good steak/ prime rib in The Villages? Thanks

Texas Roadhouse. Choose the steak from the display case. Best in town.

[Justputt]

Now, I'm hungry... I haven't checked around TV, but we used to buy half a cow with friends, have it butchered and split it up. It was much cheaper that way. Anyone know if that's done anywhere near TV?

[LianneMigiano]

Of all the places we have gone, Texas Roadhouse has NEVER served us a bad steak or prime rib. The only negative (for me) is that it's noisy in there. The service has always been good and it's priced right, too! :bigbow:

[Stu from NYC]

I’ve always liked Longhorn steak house on 441, but recently have gotten excellent Prime Rib at Perkins. Yes I was surprised.

Last two times at Longhorn was too heavily seasoned. Returned it on the second
visit (reminded waitress I asked for lightly seasoned) and asked for lightly seasoned and steak came with zero seasoning.

Their salmon is very good.

[kkingston57]

Thanks for the info. I don't understand the Omaha comments about USDA grading.

They say, "The USDA grade of beef depends on really just one factor: marbling." And, they say that their steaks have "exceptional" marbling. So, if that is the case, why don't their steaks have a USDA Prime grade?

Regarding the Kansas City Steaks, they are pricey. They charge $120 per pound for USDA Prime filet mignon, as compared to $35 per pound at Publix. I have never been disappointed with the Publix steaks. You can definitely tell the difference in tenderness between USDA Prime vs USDA Choice.

Wow, $120 a pound for a filet and customer does not pick it.Not in my budget. Wonder how much difference there is between a prime vs choice filet. Bet the difference is miniscule. Hate to say this but Sams does have a great deli like butcher set up. Pick your own individual steaks for a lot less than Publix.

[Taltarzac725]

Wow, $120 a pound for a filet and customer does not pick it.Not in my budget. Wonder how much difference there is between a prime vs choice filet. Bet the difference is miniscule. Hate to say this but Sams does have a great deli like butcher set up. Pick your own individual steaks for a lot less than Publix.

Actually it probably comes in a container with dry ice like the stuff from Omaha Steaks and you have to cook it. I mean the Kansas City Steaks. Steaks - Premium Steaks - Gourmet Steaks Online | Kansas City Steaks (https://www.kansascitysteaks.com/steaks)

[retiredguy123]

Wow, $120 a pound for a filet and customer does not pick it.Not in my budget. Wonder how much difference there is between a prime vs choice filet. Bet the difference is miniscule. Hate to say this but Sams does have a great deli like butcher set up. Pick your own individual steaks for a lot less than Publix.
USDA choice filet mignon at Sam's is $20 per pound vs $25 per pound for prime. The Publix prime is $35 per pound, but, in my opinion, the Publix steaks are better and worth the extra cost. $120 per pound is way overpriced.

[frayedends]

Filet is a very tender and very lean steak. I wouldn’t spring for prime. Marbling wouldn’t matter much on that cut.

That being said I also find filet to be bland and much prefer strip or ribeye.

[retiredguy123]

Filet is a very tender and very lean steak. I wouldn’t spring for prime. Marbling wouldn’t matter much on that cut.

That being said I also find filet to be bland and much prefer strip or ribeye.
In my opinion, choice filet is nowhere near as tender as prime filet. Also, the leaner the steak, the tougher it is. That is what marbling is all about.

[Ele201]

We digress on the Omaha thing, but even their first package is over $30/lb and only just over 1 lb of that is steak (cheap top sirloin). The rest is chicken and meatballs. They are not a good value. Now if you don't mind paying for good steaks (for home), Creekstone Farm is my go to. I also buy some stuff from Wildfork Foods. They are a good value and usually good quality.

Honestly though, for steaks you can find good stuff at the supermarket if you know what to look for.


Anyhow back to the OP, not directly in the Villages, but Prime 3 in Leesburg was great. Expensive, but really good.

Yes we are digressing away from what the OP wanted to know, which is about restaurants that serve good steak. Seems like commenters prefer to talk about steaks they make at home, and about Omaha.

So I’ll throw in my comments: I think the meat packages are a good value. I recently received my first Omaha box. For $100, I got bacon wrapped filet Mignons, chicken filets, hamburgers and hotdogs, as well as the dreaded apple tarts someone mentioned. That’s a lot of food! So I have to disagree that it’s not a good value. But no way is it as good as a steak at Chop House — if you care to shell out $49 for a NY strip or ribeye.

[gjbakke]

You tube SVE.. Sous Vide Everything

[Eg_cruz]

Any suggestions on where to get a good steak/ prime rib in The Villages? Thanks
The Outlaw at Longhorn is the best

[retiredguy123]

Yes we are digressing away from what the OP wanted to know, which is about restaurants that serve good steak. Seems like commenters prefer to talk about steaks they make at home, and about Omaha.

So I’ll throw in my comments: I think the meat packages are a good value. I recently received my first Omaha box. For $100, I got bacon wrapped filet Mignons, chicken filets, hamburgers and hotdogs, as well as the dreaded apple tarts someone mentioned. That’s a lot of food! So I have to disagree that it’s not a good value. But no way is it as good as a steak at Chop House — if you care to shell out $49 for a NY strip or ribeye.
Did you read the original post? The OP didn't say anything about a restaurant.

[midiwiz]

Just as an FYI, there's a reason so many people are mentioning buying steaks from a market. I'm guessing, like me, they are all disappointed with restaurant steaks considering the price. I can make a choice strip steak at $10-$12/lb better than most steakhouses that may have aged prime. You go to the steakhouse for the ambiance and overpriced steaks.

This here is how you make a steak...

https://i.imgur.com/RZrBFpkl.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/dhfw3Zwl.jpg


it's over done.

[midiwiz]

Go to a steak house that specializes in steak because if they weren’t good steaks they wouldn’t be in business, so like some people say Chophouse or Texas Roadhouse, if you’re talking about a restaurant!

almost sound logic, except most people can't tell the difference between prime and choice.

[frayedends]

it's over done.

I know it looks overdone in the pic, it wasn't. It's only cooked to 120 degrees internal. The pic definitely made it look darker than it is, so I agree it looks overdone. I see that in a lot of my meat pics.

Funny thing is I find NY Strip to be overdone at a much lower temp than ribeye. I can bring ribeye to 135 and it's still medium rare. Strip is a bit firmer steak and 120 is enough to bring it to medium rare.

My smoked rib roast looks more done than it actually was also...

https://i.imgur.com/dyuNyARl.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/jXckWo5l.jpg

And this ribeye steak also looks more done in the pic than it was. I just suck at pictures. LOL. To my credit, you aren't getting a sear on a steak like that at most steakhouses.

https://i.imgur.com/cHRHJX8l.jpg
https://i.imgur.com/F5KeeG2l.jpg

[Laker14]

it's over done.

Just what the world needs: another expert on how other people should enjoy their steak.

[keithwand]

Prime 3 in Leesburg, Turners in Leesburg (Sat night Prime Rib special) or Rose
Plantation.

Prime 3 is the worst.
Been there 3 times and had to return prime rib and steaks each time.
I never have had to do this anywhere else.
Once they showed me my bill on their contraption at the table, which was correct and I gave them my credit card. Lucky for me me when I got my receipt I looked at it and they billed me for a table of four behind me.
That bill was double mine.
They apologized but I have suspicions the waitress knew the other table, and did it on purpose but no way to prove.
I did ask him other time and she was no longer with them.

[frayedends]

Just what the world needs: another expert on how other people should enjoy their steak.

Oh no, he's right. The pic definitely looks more than medium rare. Is there another way to enjoy a steak? LOL

[frayedends]

Prime 3 is the worst.
Been there 3 times and had to return prime rib and steaks each time.
I never have had to do this anywhere else.
Once they showed me my bill on their contraption at the table, which was correct and I gave them my credit card. Lucky for me me when I got my receipt I looked at it and they billed me for a table of four behind me.
That bill was double mine.
They apologized but I have suspicions the waitress knew the other table, and did it on purpose but no way to prove.
I did ask him other time and she was no longer with them.

We had great steaks, awesome service, and a bartender that knew how to make real cocktails (not just vodka soda and beer). It's funny how different some trips can make or break an impression of a place. I'm not doubting your experience at all. But who knows, maybe the steaks weren't great and we were just drunk from the good drinks. :D

What was wrong with the prime rib and steaks? Cooked wrong or just crappy tough meat?

[Mmcourter]

Cody's in Brown wood Square makes a great steak, and their prime rib was awesome!

[retiredguy123]

Prime 3 is the worst.
Been there 3 times and had to return prime rib and steaks each time.
I never have had to do this anywhere else.
Once they showed me my bill on their contraption at the table, which was correct and I gave them my credit card. Lucky for me me when I got my receipt I looked at it and they billed me for a table of four behind me.
That bill was double mine.
They apologized but I have suspicions the waitress knew the other table, and did it on purpose but no way to prove.
I did ask him other time and she was no longer with them.
It's interesting that the name of the restaurant is "Prime 3" but their menu doesn't indicate that any of the beef they sell is USDA Prime.

[RoadToad]

Any suggestions on where to get a good steak/ prime rib in The Villages? Thanks

Texas Roadhouse is excellent

[Whitley]

I buy USDA Prime filet mignon from Publix. It costs about $35 per pound, but it is better than any restaurant steak I have had. By the way, the only way to get a USDA Prime filet mignon in a nearby restaurant is to go to Ruth Chris in Orlando. Not Chophouse, Prime 3, or Mark's in Ocala, or any other place that I know of.

How do you grill it. I also pay between 35-40 (in Sarasota)per lb for thick Filet Mignon. I would like any input as to what method you like best preparing it.

[retiredguy123]

How do you grill it. I also pay between 35-40 (in Sarasota)per lb for thick Filet Mignon. I would like any input as to what method you like best preparing it.
I hate to say it, but I just sprinkle it with a Montreal steak seasoning and use my large ceramic coated George Foreman grill. It cooks 2 steaks on both sides at the same time and takes about 7 minutes to cook a 2-inch thick steak. An outside open grill is too unpredictable. I would either overcook or undercook the steak.

[Stu from NYC]

I hate to say it, but I just sprinkle it with a Montreal steak seasoning and use my large ceramic coated George Foreman grill. It cooks 2 steaks on both sides at the same time and takes about 7 minutes to cook a 2-inch thick steak. An outside open grill is too unpredictable. I would either overcook or undercook the steak.

Our indoor grill only goes to 450 degrees so will not sear a steak. What temp will the foreman grill go to?

[dick.friedle@gmail.com]

Best steakhouse around is the "Back Room" located in Apopka Florida

[Laker14]

Our indoor grill only goes to 450 degrees so will not sear a steak. What temp will the foreman grill go to?

450F is adequate for a good sear. Make sure meat is patted dry, though.

[Michael 61]

I’ve had “fair” steaks here in The Villages - for “great steaks” - Orlando or Tampa - or even better, my kitchen.

[MidWestIA]

has to be Fresh Market with the old style meat case and top grade meat

[Frank495]

The only prime steak restaurant in TV is Palmer cc.

[craarmy]

Have always had good Prime Rib Millers Ale house Thursday and Sat.

[dewilson58]

I’ve had “fair” steaks here in The Villages - for “great steaks” - Orlando or Tampa - or even better, my kitchen.

Add, my kitchen and Ocala.

[retiredguy123]

The only prime steak restaurant in TV is Palmer cc.
The Palmer CC sells "Certified Angus Beef Prime". Angus is a brand name for beef, not a grade of beef. The people who produce Angus beef claim that their "prime" beef is better than USDA prime beef. What they don't say is if it has actually been graded as "USDA Prime" by the U.S. Government. Very confusing. Maybe a beef expert can explain it.

[dewilson58]

Maybe a beef expert can explain it.

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[retiredguy123]

Our indoor grill only goes to 450 degrees so will not sear a steak. What temp will the foreman grill go to?
425 degrees

[photo1902]

The Palmer CC sells "Certified Angus Beef Prime". Angus is a brand name for beef, not a grade of beef. The people who produce Angus beef claim that their "prime" beef is better than USDA prime beef. What they don't say is if it has actually been graded as "USDA Prime" by the U.S. Government. Very confusing. Maybe a beef expert can explain it.

I thought Angus beef came from a breed of cattle?

[retiredguy123]

I thought Angus beef came from a breed of cattle?
I think that is correct. But it is a proprietary name, not a grade of beef.

[LaLaLuna]

You nailed it MrChips. And once you master the truly seasoned cast iron pan you will never go back to the BBQ. Add a sprig of rosemary to that butter at the end. Why go to a restaurant and pay a ridiculous price when mine tastes better at home.

[frayedends]

Yes Angus is a breed and I've heard the majority of beef in the US is angus. Only now they've taken to using that as some sort of advertisement for better beef. It may be graded. It may not be. Depends on if the producer wants to pay for USDA Grading.

To further complicate matters, Prime rib doesn't refer to a grade. You can have select, or choice or prime prime rib. The word prime in prime rib is because is it a cut from the beef "primal" or a primal cut.

Regarding cooking, a good sear on cast iron is the way to go. If the steak is thick enough then souse vide then a sear is great. If you have a sear burner on your grill that is also great for a sear. I prefer to smoke my steak on the smoker at 225 to about 110 degrees internal then sear it. Gets great flavor that way. But if I have just a 1" strip then it gets flippity flip flipped in a cast iron pan.

Flippity flip flip means flipping it every 45 seconds or so. This keeps it from going overcooked on the outside, for a more even color throughout. Sort of what you get with a reverse sear.

[frayedends]

How do you grill it. I also pay between 35-40 (in Sarasota)per lb for thick Filet Mignon. I would like any input as to what method you like best preparing it.

Reverse sear is the best for filet, seeing as it is usually cut rather thick. Cook in oven at 200-225 until the internal temp is about 115. Then sear on hot cast iron with some butter. Sear it fast and high heat to get a quick crust without overcooking it. Salt pepper garlic is all I use for seasoning.

[Laker14]

Reverse sear is the best for filet, seeing as it is usually cut rather thick. Cook in oven at 200-225 until the internal temp is about 115. Then sear on hot cast iron with some butter. Sear it fast and high heat to get a quick crust without overcooking it. Salt pepper garlic is all I use for seasoning.

OK, now I'm getting really hungry.

[Freehiker]

The Chop House: American Steakhouse, Seafood Restaurant and Wine Bar | Steaks, Chops, and Seafood (https://www.thechophouse.com/)

The Chop House is the most overrated restaurant in The Villages.

[Garywt]

My choice would be Texas Roadhouse, especially for prime rib. We do not like the Chop House and we have tried Omaha steaks and we didn’t think enough about them to try them again. Many might not agree with my choice but I refuse to pay $70 for a steak etc. so this works for us.

[fmeans]

Prime rib can be kind of hit and miss here in T.V. Drive to downtown Leesburg and enjoy the most tender, best prepared, elegantly presented prime rib at Prime 3. We have never been disappointed there. Excellent service too in a fine dining atmosphere.

[photo1902]

The Chop House is the most overrated restaurant in The Villages.

We’ve been there several times. Really enjoyed the burgers.

[Taltarzac725]

The Chop House is the most overrated restaurant in The Villages.

Never been there. We had been thinking of going but went to Ichiban Chinese & Japanese Buffet instead as we wanted to see Godzilla Minus One which was playing at the mall nearby. They had beef selections but I do not recall any steak dishes. They could have some as that was my first time there.

[Hank’s mom]

Costco has prime. Recently read an article that said, Costco is one reason so many steak restaurant's have closed. Their prime is a fraction of the cost of a steak place. Yes I know there isn't one around here.

But where is a Costo?

[Taltarzac725]

But where is a Costo?

Clermont Warehouse
Address
4600 COLLINA TERRACE
CLERMONT, FL
34711

This is the closest when I put in 32162 as zip. https://www.costco.com/warehouse-locations