Mr. Lyons Steakhouse prime filet mignon

The Best Steakhouses, From Palm Springs to Indio

Readers voted for their favorite businesses in 24 categories in our annual Best of the Best competition. Here are their picks for a great steak.

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Mr. Lyons Steakhouse prime filet mignon

Mr. Lyons Steakhouse's prime filet mignon. 
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PALM SPRINGS

Mr. Lyons Steakhouse: Signature offerings like slow-roasted prime rib, beef Wellington, and chili-crusted American wagyu pair with a swanky dining room.

RANCHO MIRAGE

The Steakhouse: Located at Agua Caliente Casino Resort Spa Rancho Mirage, the fine dining restaurant sticks to traditional steakhouse fare with cuts aged 21 days. For a splurge, try the 20-ounce chateaubriand, a center-cut roast tenderloin carved tableside.

PALM DESERT

Ruth’s Chris Steak House: At Ruth’s Chris, USDA prime cuts are cooked to perfection and served sizzling on 500-degree plates. Dress to impress for an experience you won’t soon forget.

INDIAN WELLS

Vicky’s of Santa Fe: Enjoy a wide selection of wine, beer, cocktails, steaks, and fine seafood at this adobe-style hotspot on Highway 111. For your final course, decide between classics such as homemade apple pie, chocolate layer cake, and tiramisu.

LA QUINTA

LG’s Prime Steakhouse: Looking for a remarkable dining experience that showcases the true art of steak? You’ve found it at this family-owned restaurant, where all steaks are USDA prime and aged to perfection.

INDIO

Fantasy Springs Resort Casino: At Fantasy Springs Resort Casino, you can have it all: a day on the golf course followed by a swim, a fancy steak dinner at The Bistro, and a signature hot fudge sundae at Lique. Before you head home, visit Splurge, where you can spend your casino winnings on a memento to commemorate the trip.