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Ray's The Steaks

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Clarendon - Courthouse, Arlington

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Ray's The Steaks

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EaterJuly 29, 2011
Strictly no-frills, Ray's the Steaks has one focus and that is steak. So what the dining room is lacking in visual interest, it makes up for in red meat, cooked to perfection. [Eater 38 Member] Read more
Katelynn WaclawskiDecember 31, 2015
Had a great meal that included filet mignon cream spinach and mashed potatoes with a purchase of a steak and finished off with a dark chocolate mousse rich and creamy I will be back to Rays The Steaks
Food NetworkAugust 4, 2014
Yes, there's a belly-filling Dry-Aged Delmonico for under $43, but why play it safe when you can dig into a rich, chewy hanger cut for $20? Finish with a slice of Key lime pie and leave satisfied. Read more
JoshSeptember 9, 2014
Start off with the bacon wrapped sea scallops and move on to the New York Strip steak cooked medium rare with the peppercorn crust and port wine sauce. Hands-down the best Strip I've ever tasted.
Joan ParkMarch 23, 2015
uncomparable value for extremely flavorful steaks. unlimited sides include creamed spinach and mashed potatos (regular and garlic). spicy el diablo and brandy mushroom NY strip wont disappoint.
Eleonora FigliuoliDecember 13, 2014
Been here 10+ times
MMM the new york strip Bertolucci is amazing with the bone marrow and the crab bisque is divine as is the mixed baby field greens salad (last two both are appetizers)
Aderonke AMarch 14, 2014
The crab bisque is AH-Mazing....the bacon wrapped filet mignon with the bernaisse (sp) sauce was delicious....topped off with key lime pie and milk chocolate mousse. Perfect dinner!!!
dawn.in.newyorkJanuary 26, 2015
Affordable price, fresh meat, friendly service and ambience. The best steakhouse in the hood. Filet mignon was heavenly delish.
Liane BanseDecember 31, 2015
I ordered the filet with brandy mushroom cream sauce. It was cooked to perfection and the sauce was fabulous. Better than my usual Bernaise sauce. Great sides.
AllisonSeptember 2, 2012
Been here 5+ times
Ask for the filet mignon wrapped in bacon and seared with Cajun spice ( top & bottom) its so good! New York strip with mushroom sauce is good too. Not as tender as the filet
Emma SmithMay 26, 2013
Being a young couple our server treated us pretty crappy,however the hanger steak was absolutely phenomenal. I am usually a filet lover but the hanger exceeded my expectations for a great steak.
Mary W.December 31, 2015
Filet mignon au poivre is too sweet, instead, get the brandy mushroom cream sauce. Dark chocolate mousse is fantastic! Sides came cold. Service was not the best - a little slow. Good bread&good prices
Alena CallaghanAugust 9, 2014
Been here 5+ times
Great steak without pretension. They don't serve liquor, but have a pretty good wine selection. The devilish eggs are amazing if you don't mind tartare.
Jim PoehlmanAugust 10, 2013
We had the Crab Royale, the Lobster Mac and Cheese and The Dry Aged Steak Delmonico. All were amazing! Prices were a little high but the portions are huge.
Troy JohnsonNovember 18, 2014
Get the bistro special, the onglet, for the best slab o' cow you've ever had the privilege to eat.
Washingtonian MagazineJanuary 9, 2012
When we crave a thick, bloody steak, this is the place that leaps to mind. We prefer restaurateur Michael Landrum’s for its value, its warmth, and its scale. This is a steakhouse for the common man.
Mark GingellFebruary 21, 2013
Wouldn't be lying if I said that the New York 12oz Steak I eat tonight was the best darn Steak I've ever eaten! Who needs bloody fries, its all about the Steak!
Trevor GerhardtFebruary 3, 2013
Excellent service, great steak. No liquor was disappointing and they were out of the aged steak that I wanted but overall it was amazing.
Leandra GerenaApril 24, 2016
Delicious food at a great price. The filet mignon was one of the best I've had. The service was great. They were very friendly and accommodating.
Alan RosenblattJuly 8, 2016
If you to spend less $, try a Butcher Cuts. I like the Brazilian Strip & Hangar Steak. Smaller, cheaper & yummy.
Keith MalkinOctober 25, 2011
Ray's is part of an innovative and high-quality chain of local DC area restaurants with an outstanding reputation. The steaks here are fabulous; better than The Palm or Morton's.
David DyTangSeptember 12, 2013
The place to go for fantastic, flavorful steak. While you're there, try the cowboy cut and the she crab bisque!
GeauxDC FoodieApril 20, 2015
Ray's is thee best "bang for your buck" in the U.S. Incredibly quality steaks at a fraction of the price.
Matthew CrockettOctober 12, 2013
Cowboy steak for two was awesome as well as the crab bisque and devilishly good eggs. Staff is very knowledgeable.
Manuel ArringtonJuly 19, 2013
Always order the dry aged and never cooked beyond medium. Love the service and staff.
Edward PhelkaDecember 15, 2017
Large selection of premium steaks! Mashed potatoes and creamed spinach are served complimentary.
David WilderMarch 13, 2017
I felt like I was eating in an old retail space that'd gone out of business but the steak was delicious!
RobertOctober 9, 2010
The manager was VERY accommodating on helping me with a non Restaraunt matter. Better service than a hotel concierge I've dealt with!! Thanks for the great experience!!! Always happy here!
Kyle SchmitzMay 8, 2010
The filet mignon topped w/ seared foie gras is frakking AMAZING!!! Apps: Tartare deviled eggs, blackened scallops, and she crab bisque! Also has a phenomenal wine list! Ask for Tyler Mitchell :)
David ZawitzFebruary 22, 2010
Go on any night but Saturday (maybe Friday as well) and get the Bistro Special, $24.95 for a cup of the crab bisque, hanger steak (free mashed potatoes and spinach) and dessert (dark chocolate mousse)
Dusk DargentFebruary 13, 2015
Possibly the best steak I've ever had. Amazing. No cocktails (wine and beer only).
John KassJanuary 1, 2017
Very large steaks. Unlimited spinach and potatoes. Very good Cajun steak. Sirloin.
Liz Caselli-MechaelJanuary 4, 2015
Been here 10+ times
Don't worry about ordering a bunch of sides- all steaks come with bottomless mashed potatoes and creamed spinach that are delish
Orlando FerreiraSeptember 4, 2014
Simple decor but great steaks with all you can eat sides of mashed potatoes and vegetables
Matthew YoungJanuary 20, 2014
Scallop appetizers are excellent, Prime Rib on the bone is melt in your mouth.
MattDecember 11, 2011
The steaks in the aging room are what people are raving about, the standard menu cuts are more a good value than an amazing steak.
Matt ThompsonAugust 17, 2011
Amazing. Sides were delish, beers were amazing, and the steaks to die for. Make sure you end your night with the mousse.
Northern Virginia MagazineJuly 3, 2012
A cooked-to-order top loin sirloin hits the table bloody as hell, it’s brazenly peppercorned crust further lavished in slow-melting shallot butter. - November 2011 issue
becca gibsonAugust 8, 2014
Fabulous steaks for a fabulous price. We always take our out of town guests here!
Beth LJune 30, 2017
Good meal but the parking validation did not work at the garage. Out an extra $10. May deter another visit
Athena ChangJanuary 28, 2014
Try the Côte de boeuf - Juicy tender steak that feeds more than two!
Saarim ZamanJanuary 6, 2019
really solid steakhouse, not fancy at all, you’re just there for the steaks
David AlmacyOctober 19, 2010
Start with the crab bisque, it's outstanding! Of course, the steaks are terrific, too. Can't go wrong with the bacon wrapped filet mignon.
Mark MaurerJanuary 7, 2013
The crab bisque is by far one of the best ways to start a fine meal. Love this place!
Jeremy CJune 11, 2012
Been here 10+ times
Save room for the milk chocolate mousse. He'll, get it even if you're stuffed. It's that good.
Kurt HaaMarch 13, 2016
Sorry Ray's, your stake is not as incredible as you advertise. In addition, your steak sauce is very disappointing - too much cream, and not enough flavor. It is a typical low-middle class steakhouse.
Jonathon PerrelliNovember 12, 2010
Jasmine ups the ante significantly on the Ray's culinary experience - ask to be seated in her section, your smiling belly will be glad that you did.
Aaron NanceSeptember 28, 2014
Get the crab bisque. The blue cheese sauce for the filet is also delicious.
Steven FreimanJanuary 27, 2015
Been here 5+ times
You can't go wrong. Crab bisque and any steak.
Philip WangMarch 12, 2012
all of the steaks are delicious, but i love mine with the brandy mushroom sauce. drool.

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