STK Steakhouse
Steak house · Financial District ·
High-energy steakhouse with club vibes, DJs, and classic American dishes
High-energy steakhouse with club vibes, DJs, and classic American dishes
"If you’re wooing someone and you need them to think you’re fun, STK's pink- and purple-hued dining room and pulsing club music should do the trick. Just pick a starter and entree from the steakhouse’s $45 three-course prix fixe and get down to business. We suggest getting the six-ounce filet, as it's normally $62 for dinner." - ricky rodriguez, julia chen 1, patrick wong
"We’ll cut to the chase: This restaurant is all about the vibes. In fact, STK bills itself as offering “vibe dining at its finest,” so if you’re looking for an uber-cool spot to enjoy a fun night out, well, here you go. The restaurant boasts a prime location and offers a familiar steakhouse menu — raw bar, salads, and steaks of all kinds with plenty of add-ons and sides — plus cocktails with names like Cucumber Stiletto, Unchained Passion, and Fade to Blackberry." - Dianne de Guzman
"This international steakhouse chain has plenty of solid cuts, but you’re also here for the clubstaurant-like atmosphere that’ll have you dancing in your seat in between bites of steak and crispy tater tots. Go for the cowgirl bone-in ribeye or anything wagyu, and always choose the au poivre sauce. For a more affordable option, the $45 prix fixe lunch includes a starter, six-ounce filet, and dessert." - julia chen 1, lani conway, ricky rodriguez, patrick wong
"The atmosphere is the main draw of STK, the global steakhouse chain that has planted its flashy flag on the Embarcadero. The inside glows purple and pink, the bass thumps, and a cursive neon sign declares that, “Bubbles are a girl’s best friend.” It’s the kind of place where you rock your most prized going-out clothes and enjoy a decent steak while catching up with friends, celebrating something, or just reveling in the act of being seen. video credit: Monica Lo The steaks, as you might expect, are the best things here, but the rest of the menu feels afraid to try anything interesting. And what swings STK does make are unsuccessful, like the wagyu tacos that are chewy and dry, or the (self-proclaimed) award-winning spiced watermelon cocktail that lacks the promised heat. If you’re curious about this place, stick to Happy Hour so that you can enjoy the near-clubstaurant scene and decent beef-based dishes for less. Food Rundown Steak Living up to its name, this is what STK does best. Prioritize the cowgirl bone-in ribeye and any of the wagyu cuts if they’re available. Sauces are also included. Skip the STK Bold (it tastes like A.1.) and go for the au poivre—while it lacks any visible black peppercorns, it’s rich with just the right amount of salt. photo credit: Patrick Wong Wagyu Tacos Unfortunately not all wagyu here is delicious. The tacos are filled with gristly shreds of beef. Avoid. photo credit: Patrick Wong Cheddar Hashbrown Order something else for your side. The thin matchsticks of potato are stiff and undercooked. photo credit: Patrick Wong Crispy Brussels Sprouts A safe choice to accompany your steak. You wouldn’t be able to pick this plate out of a line-up of all the other versions in the city, but it will get the job done. We just wish there was more bacon. photo credit: Patrick Wong Tater Tots Again, you could find something similar on any other bar menu in the city, which isn’t a bad thing. If you can, order them from the Happy Hour menu for $3 (for a slightly smaller portion) instead of $21 on the regular menu. photo credit: Patrick Wong Tuna Tartare A tad sweet, but offset by salty taro chips. We’d get this again. Apple Pie We were hoping there was something that would make this dessert feel more aligned with the extravagance of the space, but it’s just a slice of pie with a dollop of crème fraîche. There’s nothing wrong with it, but if you want an interesting dessert, this isn’t it. photo credit: Patrick Wong Chocolate Cake This straightforward dessert stretches itself a bit more by being giant and having a crunchy chocolate topping. Order this one if you’re only getting one dessert. photo credit: Patrick Wong Cocktails We know where we are, but $23 for a bland, tepid drink feels overpriced. If you do need to sip on something, the espresso martini is solid. Aim to order from this section of the menu during Happy Hour when cocktails are $9." - Patrick Wong
"STK Steakhouse opened at 1 Market Street in the Embarcadero as a destination for “Vibe Dining” with steaks, seafood, cocktails, live DJs, and outdoor space overlooking the waterfront." - Lauren Saria
