THE 15 BEST SURF AND TURF IN THE UNITED STATES
Are you familiar with the term Surf and Turf? Surely you are thinking of a type of surfing or something related to sports, but you are wrong. The concept surf and turf is linked to food. This world is advancing faster and faster and that is how the kitchen also adapts. New restaurants are constantly being launched that present the latest gastronomic innovations. There are restaurants for all types of cuisine: Italian, Chinese, Georgian, Thai... Well, surf and turf is a fairly recent concept. In Spain we are still not very familiar with this new cuisine. We are going to tell you what it is. The term surf refers to the sea and turf (grass) refers to the grass, and by joining these two words we are talking about a restaurant that offers fish
WHAT'S IN A PLATE OF SURF AND TURF?
Normally when we order a surf and turf the most common thing is that we are served a dish that contains lobster, specifically the tail and beef, usually a filet mignon (pork, beef or beef tenderloin). In addition to lobster, sometimes prawns, calamari, prawns, scallops or other shellfish are served and steamed, grilled, fried... The meat, although the most common is mignon, can also vary.
A very common surf and turf is the “surf and turf gambo”. This dish has prawns, crab, sausages and tabasco. The second most requested surf and turf in restaurants are usually the mini surf and turf hamburgers, made with beef, seafood pie and two slices of bread.
WHERE CAN I TRY SURF AND TURF?
This dish is served in steakhouses or grill restaurants mainly in the US.USA, and also in cities in Canada, the United Kingdom or Australia. However, the real surf and turf is in the USA.USA We have prepared a list with the 15 best surf and turf restaurants in the United States:
- American Cut, Manhattan, NY
This restaurant is located at 363 Greenwich Street in New York, known for the quality of its meat and fish. Among its signature dishes is a version of surf and turf: the "decadent surf and turf," a delicious 28-day-cured rib-eye chop served with chili lobster.
- Red the Steakhouse, Miami
Our second favorite surf and turf restaurant in the US.USA is the Red the Steakhouse at 119 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach. This place with modern facilities is the ideal place to taste the best fish, seafood and pasta. Its price is not very cheap but it is worth it. If you go you have to order the “ultimate surf and turf”, made with Japanese kobe miyakazi meat and the “Brittany Blue Lobster Thermidor”, considered the most tender lobster in the world.
- Craftsteak, Las Vegas
The third in our ranking is the restaurant Craftseak, located at 3799 Las Vegas Strip, inside the MGM hotel. He is an expert in the best meats, including wagyu and wagyu A5. The price may seem a bit expensive, but it is in line with the quality of its dishes and its excellent service. A recommendation? The Japanese surf and turf with an A5 wagyu steak and your choice of lobster or scallops. And if you still have room for dessert, don't hesitate to ask for the house specialty: their Monkey cake dessert.
- Paradise Cove Beach Cafe, Malibu
It is located on Malibu beach, so you will eat with spectacular views. You can sit inside the restaurant or on the terrace area on the sand. Portions are huge, keep that in mind when ordering. You will eat feeling the sea breeze and smelling saltpeter... is there anything better? Its menu offers all kinds of food, many meats, fish, seafood... and also Mexican food.
- BOA Steakhouse, Los Angeles
A true must if you visit Los Angeles! Of the best meats and exquisite wines. No matter how many times you come, you will never get tired of this restaurant. They have a specialty in meats, but whatever you order will be scandalous. Its decoration and atmosphere will make you enjoy twice as much. The Caesar salad is your must. Be sure to order their surf and turf with lobster, prawns or crabs, you'll be amazed!
- Joe's Seafood, Prime Steak & Stone Crab, Chicago
It is the ideal place to go to dinner with friends or in a group. The best are their seafood, especially the oysters. Try the “Petite filet mignon and jumbo Alaskan King grab”, a filet mignon accompanied by Alaskan crab; or the petite mignon with lobster tail made on the grill. To lick your fingers!
- Duffy's Steak & Losbeter House, Key West
Perfect for seafood and we'll make a mention of the Maine lobster. If you prefer meat, the rib is a must, it melts in your mouth. And to finish… the Key Lime Pie dessert! A key lime pie, condensed milk, cocoa... a real delicacy.
- Dock's Oyster House, Atlantic City
A quiet and beautiful place to dine. The baked crab is a real delight, not to mention the clam chowder or the fried oysters… the star dish. The "beef and reef" (grilled filet mignon with a lobster tail) a classic that never fails.
- Riverfront Steakhouse, Little Rock
Inside the Wyndham Hotel is the Riverfront Steakhouse restaurant, where they serve the best steak with baked potatoes and the best salad in Little Rock. Attentive service, amazing textures and relaxing atmosphere. Riverfront is always a hit!
- Oak Steakhouse, Charleston
Talking about Oak Steakhouse is talking about elegance and a good atmosphere. Rockefeller oysters, scandalous steaks, lobster to the point… Simply delicious. You can't put a but on it.
- Elmo Steak House, Indianapolis
An unbeatable place if you want to dine on good meat. If you prefer seafood, the prawn cocktail with spicy sauce is a delight. Ideal for lovers of surfing or turf.
- The Sherwood Inn, Skaneateles
The restaurant in this hotel is another place worth booking. Among its best dishes are the pot roast (roasted beef), Maryland crab (crispy crab with a tender interior served with a spicy aioli sauce), or the surf and turf (extra juicy meat with lobster, baked potato and butter).
- Mastro's Ocean Club, Malibu
Just out of 10. A romantic restaurant next to the beach, perfect for a special occasion, especially as a couple. If you want to surprise your partner and you like salads, filet mignon, ribs or crab, booking here you won't go wrong.
- Mooo Restaurant, Boston
Mooo is synonymous with certainty. No matter how many times you book, you will always leave there happy. For many the best meat in Boston. It's not particularly cheap, but treat yourself if you can. Not only does it have the best meat, it also serves delicious wine and championship cocktails. A must try the ribeyes, oysters and wagyu meatballs. The service is exceptional, attentive and discreet. You will certainly want to repeat.
- Mare Oyster Bar, Boston
This restaurant located in the North End neighborhood will not disappoint you. If you have the opportunity, book in its charming patio, ideal for appointments. The lobster ravioli is out of this world, but our favorite dishes are the lobster bisque and the pasta with lobster and black truffle… impossible to pick just one.
This is the list of our 15 favorite surf and turf restaurants in the United States. If you are thinking of taking a trip to the United States, you know, you have 15 magnificent options in different states. What are you waiting for? Your next surf and turf is waiting for you!
QUESTIONS AND ANSWERS
- WHAT DOES SURF AND TURF MEAN?
Surf refers to the sea and “turf” (grass) to the land. If we combine both terms, the result is a dish made from seafood and meat products.
- WHAT GOES ON A SURF AND TURF PLATE?
Surf is made with shellfish or fish and meat, usually beef.
- WHAT MEAT IS FILLET MIGNON?
The filet mignon or mignon is a cut of beef, pork or beef and that in Spain we usually call sirloin.
- WHAT IS THE MOST TYPICAL SURF AND TURF DISH?
Surf and turf usually includes lobster, specifically the tail, and beef, especially filet mignon. The most common is the "surf and turf gambo", which has prawns, crab, sausages and tabasco.
- WHERE TO TRY SURF AND TURF?
Surf and turf is served in steakhouses or grill restaurants. In Spain we are not so familiar and it can be difficult to find a good surf and turf. The best surf and turf are in the United States, which is where he was born.
- WHAT IS THE BEST SURF AND TURF RESTAURANT IN MIAMI?
Our favorite Miami surf and turf is Red the Steakhouse at 119 Washington Avenue, Miami Beach. It has modern facilities and is ideal for tasting the best fish, shellfish and pasta. Its price is not very cheap but it is worth it. If you go you have to order the “ultimate surf and turf” and the “Brittany Blue Lobster Thermidor”, considered the most tender lobster in the world.
- WHERE TO EAT THE BEST SURF AND TURF IN MALIBU?
The best surf and turf restaurant in Malibu is Paradise Cove Beach Café. Located on the beach in Malibu, the views are spectacular. If you can, sit on the terrace area on the sand. Portions are huge, keep that in mind when ordering. Its menu offers all kinds of food, many meats, fish, seafood... and also Mexican food.
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