Outback, Lone Star and Roadhouse are a huge step below places like Mitchell's, Smith&Wollensky, Ruth's Chris, Hyde Park, etc.... Yes, you pay a lot more but the quality of the steak is vastly superior at an upper-end steakhouse. Service is much better as is atmophere and of course, the food and wine list. Lower-end chains are fine for a steak with the guys but for a fine steak and meal, go to Ruth's Chris or similar. I feel that Mitchell's has a better ambience and is a bit more exciting but while their steak is excellent, I still have to rate Ruth's Chris as a higher quality cut of beef. The taste is just a slight notch higher than Mitchell's or Morton's. I will say, they are a little inconsistent, but on a good night you won't find a better steak in Columbus.
Pros: Filet, Service, Wine list
Cons: Ambience, Expensive, Inconsistent
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