ABE & LOUIE’S
Location: Back Bay
Cuisine: Steakhouse
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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BOKX 109
Location:
Cuisine: Steakhouse
Entertainment: yes
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-454-3399
   
399 Grove St., Indigo Hotel, Newton, 617-454-3399. Located within the Indigo Hotel, this cutting edge steakhouse is anything but typical. Offering daring takes on classic American steaks, the restaurant also features occasional live performances, such as Gavin DeGraw and Josh Kelley in 2008. B, L, D, C.

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THE BUTCHER SHOP
Location: South End
Cuisine: Steakhouse
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-423-4800
   
552 Tremont St., 617-423-4800. The array of steaks, chops and charcuterie at this restaurant owned by Chef Barbara Lynch make for a carnivore's paradise. A full time butcher on staff stocks the shop portion of the restaurant with fresh cuts daily. L, D, LS, C.

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CAPITAL GRILLE
Location: Back Bay
Cuisine: Steakhouse
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: Steakhouse
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-542-2255
   
161 Berkeley St., 617-542-2255. This top-notch, classy eatery 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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KO PRIME
Location: Downtown
Cuisine: Steakhouse
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-772-0202
   
90 Tremont St., 617-772-0202. A modern twist on the traditional steakhouse, KO Prime offers internationally inspired and daring dishes like Kobe beef tartare and calves' brains quiche from one of Boston's most acclaimed chefs and restaurateurs, Ken Oringer. B, L, D, C.

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MOOO
Location: Beacon Hill
Cuisine: Steakhouse
Entertainment: no
Profile: no
Most entrees $19-25
Telephone : 617-670-2515
   
Located in Beacon Hill's swanky XV Beacon Hotel, Mooo is a gourmet steakhouse with serious style, grace and delicious tastes. With top-notch meat and an award-winning wine list, this fancy eatery never disappoints. For private events and special occasions, The Wine Cellar room provides one of the most exclusive areas in the city to dine.

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MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE
Location: Back Bay
Cuisine: Steakhouse
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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MORTON’S THE STEAKHOUSE
Location: Seaport
Cuisine: Steakhouse
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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THE OAK ROOM
Location: Back Bay
Cuisine: Steakhouse
Entertainment: yes
Profile: yes - read profile
Most entrees more than $25
Telephone : 617-267-5300
   
Fairmont Copley Plaza Hotel, 138 St. James Ave., 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. The adjoining Oak Bar offers martinis, raw bar and full Oak Room menu. B, L, D daily.

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