Grill 23

Boston has its fair share of steak houses, but none compare to Grill 23. Open since 1983 but housed in a building that dates to 1917, the landmark restaurant feels like a classic gentlemen’s club, thanks to its rich mahogany paneling and white-coated waiters. The menu comprises some of the city’s best cuts of meat, an award-winning wine list and knowledgeable servers who will walk you through the differences among the steaks until you find your match. The beef comes exclusively from an all-natural ranch in Southern California dedicated to raising cattle without antibiotics or hormones. For obvious reasons, Grill 23 draws lots of business diners; those seeking more seclusion than that offered by the tables can book one of the seven private dining rooms of varying sizes. Be warned that the restaurant can become quite loud, and those who want to avoid a boisterous throng should ask for a table on the second floor away from the bar that is often overrun by a sports-loving crowd.