The 3 Best Steaks Around Winchester

Americans consumed an average of 57 pounds of beef per person in 2023—down from nearly 90 pounds in 1975—underscoring both evolving tastes and ongoing appetite for a well-seared cut. Whether you’re craving a dry-aged ribeye or a classic steak frites, a great steakhouse balances quality meat with expert technique. In Winchester and the surrounding region, these distinguished eateries have earned their chops by delivering both.

Region’s 117

At Region’s 117, the wood-fired grill turns out two standout steak plates: a 16-ounce, 21-day dry-aged ribeye draped in bourbon-shallot demi, served with buttermilk mash and onion rings; and a hickory-grilled bistro steak & frites au poivre, sliced beef shoulder loin in green-peppercorn cognac butter, paired with truffle-Parm fries and tarragon aioli. With lake views framing the open kitchen, the setting feels as elevated as the ingredients, most sourced within 117 miles.

Backseat Bar & Grill

Retro-diner vibes meet hearty plates at Backseat Bar & Grill, where an 8-ounce sirloin cooks to order—rare through well done—and arrives on a hot platter alongside house-made gravy and mashed potatoes. For a twist on comfort, their hamburger steak (ground chuck smothered in onions and gravy) and the steak & cheese omelet (thinly sliced steak folded into eggs with melted cheese) turn breakfast into a carnivore’s delight.

L’Auberge Provençale Inn & Restaurant

At this French country inn, steaks echo European bistros. Chef–owner dry-ages Martin’s Farm beef on-site, then sears each cut for maximum succulence. The signature steak frites stars a tender strip loin on crisp pommes frites with aged balsamic and herb-infused oil. Seasonal prix fixe menus let guests pair their steak with Provencal-style ratatouille or a wild-mushroom ragout, all complemented by selections from an extensive Rhône-Valley wine list.

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