In my opinion the restaurant that lives up to the hype is PETER LUGAR STEAK HOUSE (the Brooklyn location). It's still being reviewed by the NY Times and Zagat as one of the best restaurants in New York City. Thats major!I can count the types I've eaten here - 3 to be exact and every time I've left extremely full and with a smile on my face.
Growing up in Brooklyn I've always heard about this place. I've always heard that the steaks were HUGE and delicious.The steaks were just that. I've never eaten such a large steak before. It was the size of my head (or probably bigger). The steaks were juicy, prepared perfectly and the serves presented the steaks in such a old fashion manner. I loved it!
The restaurant is super old school Brooklyn. It's still cash only (even though you can pay with a debit card if need be), the decor has not changed yet it's still relevant compared to other steak houses in New York. You also have to call to make reservations, no online reservations.
If you are a meat eater, you have to experience this place. It's a must for NY living. Get the Canadian bacon or jumbo shrimp for an appetizer, the creamed spinach is to die for, and on any dessert of choice make sure you ask for the "schlag" (whipped creme).
