Link: 12 Steakhouses to visit in Alabama per Al.com

[alabama mike1]

Any thoughts or opinions? If you have others that you would add to the list, feel free to add them.

🧑‍🍳 - 12 Steakhouses To Visit In Alabama per AL.com

Any thoughts or opinions? https://www.al.com/life/2025/09/12-must-visit-alabama-steakhouses-where-youll-want-to-savor-every-bite.html

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[BamaFanatJSU]

I reject this list in totality because it does not include Ole Gin Steakhouse in Section.

I've had two of the best meals of my life at that place, and we're more than willing to drive over an hour to get there and then wait if necessary (they're only open Thursday-Saturday, and the steak specials bring huge crowds considering how isolated the place is).

Ole Gin Steakhouse - Facebook

 

[lowend]

I've had great meals at Big Mike's (Thomasville location), Diamond Jim's, and Conestoga.

I've had crappy steaks at Nick's in the Sticks. If you're near Phenix City/Columbus, drive over to Hunter's Pub in Hamilton, GA. It's a great experience.

 

[Toddrn]

I reject this list in totality because it does not include Ole Gin Steakhouse in Section.

I've had two of the best meals of my life at that place, and we're more than willing to drive over an hour to get there and then wait if necessary (they're only open Thursday-Saturday, and the steak specials bring huge crowds considering how isolated the place is).

Ole Gin Steakhouse - Facebook

Got peaches a few weeks back in Section at Sand Mountain Orchard. Some of the best peaches and watermelon come from Sand Mountain, Ala.

 

[BhamToTexas]

Best steaks I have are at my house!

 

[spidermayin]

Best steaks I have are at my house!

Agreed! I sous vide mine to a perfect medium rare internal temperature and then put a nice crust on it by searing it in a cast iron pan afterwards.

 

[uafan4life]

Agreed! I sous vide mine to a perfect medium rare internal temperature and then put a nice crust on it by searing it in a cast iron pan afterwards.

I do that with a cast-iron pan in my Ooni pizza oven. 800F+ at 30 seconds a side and it's perfect!

 

[uafan4life]

I don't know most of the restaurants on that list.

I've been to George's many times and it runs the gamut from above-average to great. Same for All Steak in Cullman and Big Mike's. Depends on the night and the mood, I guess.

The consistently best steaks I've ever had from a restaurant in Alabama are, in order, from:
- Helen, Birmingham
- Char, Madison
- Odette, Florence

 

[CoolBreeze]

Anytime you see gravy on a steak...RUN!

 

[Padreruf]

Agreed! I sous vide mine to a perfect medium rare internal temperature and then put a nice crust on it by searing it in a cast iron pan afterwards.

I do the same except sear it on a really hot grill...best steak ever. Thanks to whomever enlightened me here on sous vide.

 

[uafan4life]

Anytime you see gravy on a steak...RUN!

Exception: Chicken Fried Steak...

 

[Ledsteplin]

The last time I ate at George's Steak Pit, my steak was stringy and hard to eat. The taste was ok. I do like All Steak in Cullman. I may like the orange rolls better than the steak. The steak is ok, but not the best. I miss Dale's Steak House in Florence. I use Dale's Steak Seasoning when I grill.

 

[Padreruf]

It's been 25 years at least, but Conestoga in Dothan is/was outstanding.

 

[rolltide_21]

All Steak quality has gone down imo. We ate in Cullman last weekend. Chose the new seafood place which was decent.

 

[CoolBreeze]

All Steak quality has gone down imo. We ate in Cullman last weekend. Chose the new seafood place which was decent.

If you want good steak then order it from your local Wagyu farmer, season it well and flip it on 500-600 degree grill for a couple of minutes both sides. Nothing compares. Slap some grass fed butter on top if you are feeling fancy.

 

[CoolBreeze]

Exception: Chicken Fried Steak...

Ah yes, also known as country fried steak. Same's true for hamburger steak.

 

[DzynKingRTR]

I remember Quincy's being pretty decent. Don't know if they are around anymore.

Around here I have had a good steak at Stoney River, Bones, and Fogo de Chao.

 

[rolltide_21]

If you want good steak then order it from your local Wagyu farmer, season it well and flip it on 500-600 degree grill for a couple of minutes both sides. Nothing compares. Slap some grass fed butter on top if you are feeling fancy.

Right, but that's not the topic of the thread. We're discussing the best steak restaurants. One of the 12 mentioned is All Steak which is not as good as it once was.

 

[uafan4life]

The last time I ate at George's Steak Pit, my steak was stringy and hard to eat. The taste was ok. I do like All Steak in Cullman. I may like the orange rolls better than the steak. The steak is ok, but not the best. I miss Dale's Steak House in Florence. I use Dale's Steak Seasoning when I grill.

It's pretty much just Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and extra salt.

I can't stand Dale's sauce but, then again, I'm opposed to marinating for flavor. Marinades should affect texture and leave the flavor to the meat...

 

[Ledsteplin]

It's pretty much just Worcestershire sauce, soy sauce, and extra salt.

I can't stand Dale's sauce but, then again, I'm opposed to marinating for flavor. Marinades should affect texture and leave the flavor to the meat...

When I lived in Eastaboga, I grilled steak with Dale's sauce. Took my neighbor one, and he said it was the best steak he ever ate. I didn't tell him about the Dale's. I guess we all have different tastes. I like it, but you can't use too much.