Indulge in these BARTable steakhouses
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Photo courtesy of EPIC Steak.
When we're making dinner plans, steak is always on the list. Whether you prefer a rib-eye or t-bone, mashed potatoes or asparagus, a perfectly cooked steak will hit the spot every time. We put together a list of BARTable restaurants that range from luxury to legacy. Treat yourself to a night off from cooking and enjoy a meal near BART.
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Roka Akor | Embarcadero
Jackson Square’s Japanese sushi and robata restaurant is part dining, part entertainment, with chefs visible from multiple angles throughout the restaurant. Look for stellar sushi and cuts of beef, including certified Tajima Wagyu. The restaurant’s beverage program includes barrel-select bourbon and rare Japanese whiskeys. Exit BART at Embarcadero, and Roka Akoe is 0.7 miles away at 801 Montgomery St.
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EPIC Steak | Embarcadero
Legendary restaurateur Pat Kuleto launched EPIC in 2008. Today, the restaurant remains one of the most special places to dine on the Embarcadero. Steak rules here, and you’ll find classic cuts like fillet, rib eye and New York prepared to your liking. Booths are positioned to take advantage of the water views; patio dining is available, too. EPIC Steak is located at 360 The Embarcadero, 0.6 miles from Embarcadero Station.
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Niku Steakhouse | Civic Center/UN Plaza
Situated in San Francisco’s Design District, Niku Steakhouse is not shy about its luxe appearance. Lots of gold and warm wood fill the space, while the kitchen’s Japanese binchotan charcoal grill serves as a backdrop to the Japanese and American cuts of beef that shine on the splurge-worthy menu. For an extra-special experience, book a seat at the chef’s counter and watch the skilled team in action. Dine at this Michelin-starred steakhouse one mile away from Civic Center/UN Plaza.
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Lolinda | 24th St Mission
Billed as an Argentine steakhouse with a California sensibility, the Mission’s Lolinda is a great place to celebrate. The dining room is large, with various seating options that offer both privacy and a view of the comings and goings of this popular place. Cuts of beef are cooked on a traditional Argentinian asador. Desserts like churros with dulce de leche dipping sauce do a great job of capping off an indulgent meal. Enjoy SF's shareable steakhouse 0.3 miles from 24th St Mission.
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Geneva Steak House | Balboa Park
This no-frills steakhouse, which offers solid steaks and accompaniments at a reasonable price, is the ideal place for a midweek treat. T-bone and New York steaks are mainstays, but the restaurant also offers kabobs and other grilled items. It’s a neighborhood spot, and even if you’re not a resident, they’ll treat you like one. Take BART to Balboa Park, and Geneva Steak is 0.5 miles away at 5130 Mission St.
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Original Joe’s Westlake | Daly City
When Joe’s of Westlake was sold to the Duggan family, fans of this iconic steakhouse held their breath in hopes that it would remain close to the original. Well, not only did the Duggan family keep the interior intact, but they also kept the same retro vibe and popular dishes. There’s still a wait to snag a booth, and the plates still overflow with grilled meats and Italian sides like ravioli. Indulge in a perfectly cooked steak one mile from Daly City Station at 11 Glenwood Ave.
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Sixteen Mile House | Millbrae
Anyone lucky enough to live in Millbrae knows about this classic downtown steakhouse and music venue. It’s the type of place where neighbors run into each other, whether you’ve lived in Millbrae for five or 50 years. Makes sense since the original Sixteen Mile House was built a block away in 1872. These mile houses, or roadhouses, served as pit stops for stagecoaches that operated between San Francisco and San Jose. Classic cuts like prime rib and fillet are always available and delicious. The restaurant is located at 448 Broadway Ave., 0.5 miles from Millbrae Station.
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Brasas Do Brazil | Concord
Dining at a Brazilian churrascaria is an adventure, and Concord’s Brasas Do Brazil makes a point to ensure that diners leave full and entertained. This all-you-can-eat dining experience includes skewers of whole-grilled New York loin, kebabs, and leg of lamb, among other grilled items such as pork ribs, sausage, and pineapple. Try to leave room for fresh house-made salads and vegetables, but we won’t blame you if you don’t. Located at 1631 Willow Pass Rd., Brasad Do Brazil is one mile from Concord
by Sophia Markoulakis
Sophia Markoulakis is a Bay Area-based freelance journalist covering lifestyle and human interest topics. Her first memory riding BART was while attending UC Berkeley when she would ride the train to the Powell Street station when she needed a break from studying and her 7 roommates and to window shop. She still window shops and finds BART the best way to get to Union Square.
