Sometimes you feel like a large steak that’s hard to finish in a single meal, while in other cases you’d prefer a leaner and smaller steak with fork-tender meat. There’s a steak for every preference and occasion. The Filet Mignon…
Category: Comparing Steak Cuts
In one corner, a high-end steak with a fork-tender texture. In the other, a unique way of preparing a beef tenderloin roast that transforms it into a steak. Both are great for showing off your cooking skills and wowing your…
Hanger steak is much less talked about than filet mignon, but it’s surprisingly similar in texture. Filet mignon is well-known for being tender to the point of requiring minimal chewing to enjoy each bite. But, hanger steak is in a…
T-bone or New York strip steak: Is one better than the other? Not necessarily, but you’ll certainly find that some steak enthusiasts prefer one or the other. Luckily, that’s why most steakhouses have options. And, when you cook steak at…
While Filet Mignon is considered by many to offer the softest texture of all steaks, it’s not always at the top of the list for flavor alone. It’s a great choice for a high-class meal that impresses someone, yet you…
A common dilemma among steak lovers has to do with deciding between Porterhouse and New York Strip steaks when dining out or grilling at home. It’s also understandable since both of these delicious cuts offer such great flavors, but there…
On the hunt for the very best cuts of steak for a special occasion? Look no further than here at Chicago Steak Company. We offer all kinds of cuts to choose from, including the popular filet mignon and the equally…
No need to head out to the open range way out west to enjoy a Cowboy or Tomahawk steak. These steaks are two of the most popular cuts today, often far more affordable than the filet mignon with plenty of…
Learn the differences between a chuck eye and a ribeye. Figure out which one is best for you here. Ribeye vs Chuck Eye Steak: What’s the Difference? The meaty eyes have it! Whether you prefer a ribeye or a chuck…
When looking for an affordable alternative to ribeye steak, you may have come across a cut known as a Delmonico steak. Delmonico steak isn’t the same as ribeye, but it’s relatively close to the ribeye’s well-known texture and flavor, making…
Photo by RyanMcGuire licensed under CC0 With all the talk about grain-fed vs. grass-fed beef, steak eaters might be curious to know separates one from the other when these steaks hit the plate. Both sides have their advocates. Grain-fed steak…
As your go-to source for everything steak, the team at Chicago Steak Company wants to answer a question we get asked often: Is a tenderloin steak the same as a perfect filet mignon? The two cuts appear to be similar…
Few steaks come close to the flavors and tenderness of top cuts of steak like the ribeye and filet mignon. Ribeye has long been known to steak lovers as the epitome of steak flavor they crave. The filet mignon is…
When it comes to knowing the difference in cuts of steak, not everyone is an expert. That’s okay because Steak University is here to help! It can be confusing choosing the best part of steak to eat, so we’re going…
Photo by Darren Ridgway licensed under CC BY 2.0 Many people ask us at Chicago Steak Company which of the wet-aged beef or the dry-aged beef tastes better when they order steaks. We answer, “yes!” since both our wet aged steak and our dry…
If you’ve ever enjoyed a gourmet meal at a high-end steakhouse, you’ve probably noticed a wide variety of cuts available on the menu. From sirloin to filet, New York strip to prime rib, each cut of steak has its own…