Treat yourself at Irvine's 5 priciest steakhouses

Photo: Agora Churrascaria/Yelp

Wondering where to find the best steakhouses near you?

Hoodline crunched the numbers to find the best high-end steakhouses in Irvine, using both Yelp data and our own secret sauce to produce a ranked list of where to satisfy your cravings.

1. Houston's Restaurant

Topping the list is Houston's Restaurant. Part of a small national chain, this restaurant is located at 2991 Michelson Drive in the Business District. The steakhouse, New American and traditional American spot is the most popular high-end steakhouse in Irvine, boasting four stars out of 1,771 reviews on Yelp. Its signature dishes include roasted prime rib and Thai steak and noodle salad.

2. Agora Churrascaria

Next up is the Business District's Agora Churrascaria, at 1830 Main St. With four stars out of 1,751 reviews on Yelp, the Brazilian steakhouse, which serves barbecue and more, has proven to be a local favorite for those looking to indulge. This upscale eatery spit-roasts large portions of beef, pork, lamb and poultry over glowing coals. It's then distributed to diners on large skewers.

3. Ruth's Chris Steak House

**Photo: Ruth's Chris steak house/Yelp**

The Business District's representative of national chain Ruth's Chris Steak House is another top choice. Yelpers give the fancy steakhouse four stars out of 1,504 reviews. It's located at 2961 Michelson Drive, Suite A, Bldg. 10. On the menu, look for a variety of broiled steaks and chops. Specialty cuts include the Tomahawk ribeye, the bone-in filet and the bone-in New York strip.

4. Texas de Brazil

Texas de Brazil, a Brazilian steakhouse and event space in Lower Peters Canyon, is another pricey go-to, with four stars out of 860 Yelp reviews. Head over to 13772 Jamboree Road to see for yourself. The restaurant specializes in meats cooked the gaucho way — over an open flame with natural wood charcoal — which are then served on skewers.

5. Davio's

Back in the Business District, check out Davio's, which has earned four stars out of 125 reviews on Yelp. Treat yourself at the steakhouse and Northern Italian spot by heading over to 18420 Von Karman Ave. This is the latest eatery from chef/restaurateur Steve DiFillippo. Its dinner menu features steaks made from prime-aged Brandt Beef.

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