2 Illinois Steakhouses Make National ‘Best In America’ List — But Not the Ones You Think

When it comes to great steak joints in Illinois, most people recommend Morton's or Gibson's as two must-visits.

Having been to both, it's easy to see why they are at the top of most lists regarding the best steakhouses in America.

A Surprising Steakhouse List That Skips the Classics

I rarely see a list of the best steakhouses in America, as I did recently on 24/7 Tempo, skipping both of them and, even more strangely, naming two other Illinois restaurants instead.

Bazaar Meat in Chicago: A Hidden Gem for Steak Lovers

It's not that there's anything wrong with that, considering I even managed to try one that, I have to agree, certainly flies under the radar. Colman Andrews on Tempo 24/7 lists Bazaar Meat as one of the best steakhouses in America.

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If you're wondering what is up with Bazaar Meat, it's rated a 4.3 on Yelp. The word is Bazaar Meats' food is "amazing," and the service "top-notch," with menu items featuring Cinco Jotas jamon Iberico, roast suckling pig, and Kobe eye of the rib from Hyogo Prefecture" as the standout dishes. Still, there is more than just that at Bazaar Meat:

Besides lots of steak, traditional and contemporary Spanish food from famed chef-humanitarian Jose Andres

Bazaar Meat is at 120 North Wacker Drive in Chicago. I have never been, but this needs to be near the top of my list of places to visit soon.

RPM Steak: A Modern Favorite in the Heart of Chicago

RPM Steak is another of the best steakhouses in the state, among the finest in America. That said, I recently had a meal there, a delightful one at that, and it deserves its spot on the list.

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At 66 West Kinzie in Chicago, RPM Steak scores a 4.2 on Yelp, with fans calling the food "beyond delicious" and an "amazing experience." The restaurant has detractors, and the RPM brand overall has haters, but don't be swayed. Try it for yourself. I bet you'll agree with me.