Ray's The Steaks

Steak house · Clarendon

Ray's The Steaks

Steak house · Clarendon

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2300 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201

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Steaks served with family-style sides of mashed potatoes & creamed spinach in a minimalist space.  

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2300 Wilson Blvd, Arlington, VA 22201 Get directions

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+1 703 841 7297

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Mar 4, 2025

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"Ray’s the Steaks, an affordable and unfussy restaurant that gained a cult following in D.C., closed earlier this month after a 17-year run. Previous offshoots in Southeast and Silver Spring had closed or been sold years ago." - Gabe Hiatt

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"One of the D.C. area’s most-loved hanger steaks will soon be hung out to dry. Ray’s the Steaks, the Arlington institution that gained a loyal following over the past two decades by cultivating a reputation as the workingman’s steakhouse, will shut down on June 15, Washingtonian reports. Over that time, Landrum courted customers who wanted straightforward steakhouse food free of mark-ups and sycophantic servers. Ray’s gained popularity for “butcher cuts” — like a $22 hanger steak — that promised to deliver flavor but sacrifice tenderness. Jumbo lump crab bisque full of sherry and a wedge salad with horseradish running amok in the blue cheese dressing were two other popular orders at the original Ray’s near Court House." - Gabe Hiatt

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"It’s a wonder there’s room on any table for actual entrees given all the freebies Ray’s sends customers. The parade of goodies includes spiced cashews, olive oil-brushed foccacia, mashed potatoes, and creamed spinach. And no evening its complete with a few bites of the house “tiger butter” — striped squares of peanut butter fudge." - Tim Ebner

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Jeff Tong

Google
Amazingly priced steaks and yummy unlimited sides. The crab soup appetizer has some meaty crab lumps, the steaks are all tender (just make sure to get medium rare)... better come soon before the place closes for good :( The key lime is especially good!!

Mig

Google
It's funny, this place must make most of it's money by saving on overhead alone! For a fancy steak dinner, the interior is very casual. Kind of feels like a small auditorium made for dining. Either way, it doesn't change the fact that their food is awesome! First of all, get the crab bisque! They're known for it for a good reason - it's heavy, but delicious and with large crab chunks in the bottom. We ended up ordering the cowboy cut rib steak for 2. When you find a good bite on the rib steak, it's definitely amazing, but I felt like the entire cut was a little inconsistent (sometimes it would be dry or too chewy). Next time I'm definitely ordering the filet or the rib eye, but I will definitely be back!

Johanan Ottensooser

Google
Absolutely hands down my favorite steakhouse in America. I come here every time I’m in DC. Not the fanciest, but they make up for it with steak that will blow your mind. And the service is lovely! Have the lobster bisque, a cowboy steak and enjoy the endless mash and spinach. (Truly, the mash is crazy good).

Jenie Nguyen

Google
Service was extremely slow. Not sure if it was because my boyfriend and I are younger looking that the server decided to give us worse service than the older couple beside us or what, but due to the service, we most likely will not come back. It took us nearly 20 minutes to get the check and server barely paid attention to us during our dining experience. Flavor of the steaks is nothing I can't do at home/make myself with my sous vide or reverse searing.

Ekaete Loretta Akpan-Thomas

Google
This is really a 3.5 rating.We both enjoyed our meals. The steaks were cooked nicely and the creamed spinach was very tasty. My scallops unfortunately were overdone. The water pitcher on the table had no ice so our water was somewhat warm. Service was efficient but not particularly friendly.The floor needed to be swept, but admittedly we dined close to 11pm so maybe that was a factor. The restaurant appeared to be a bit battered needed touch ups on the wall, etc. Overall it was a good experience but I wouldn't be rushing to come back.

Haleigh

Google
Great steaks with fair prices for the area. Cozy atmosphere, not too fancy. Limited seating so opt for reservations when possible. Mashed potatoes and creamed spinach are complimentary with dinner orders. Decent wine list and tasty dessert options. Will definitely be coming back!

Renee Ethier

Google
This is definitely a no-frills, hole-in-the-wall place with a relaxed and casual vibe. I got the wagyu beef and my boyfriend got a huge New York strip. Both were seasoned minimally (as a steak should be) and cooked as requested. Mashed potatoes and creamed spinach are served family style to every table. You can order additional sides, if you want. We got the mac and cheese. All sides were good. The service was also great. It was neat to have a delicious steak without having to go to a fancy, stuck-up steakhouse.

Suzy Rocks

Google
Everything was delicious, the waiter was friendly. The place looks like it needs more decorations. But I still liked its vibe, you can go with your friends, chat and have a nice meal.