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What are some of the best sides for filet mignon?
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How to Order the RIGHT Steakhouse Steak?

Although
the current economic turmoil has negatively impacted a number of
finer dining establishments, one indulgence has continued to draw
thousands of people in every night – the traditional steak and chop
house. Steakhouse restaurants offer a simple menu, frequently
derided as "heat and serve protein," coupled with a formula of
ultra-attentive service and generous sides, all served ala carte.
However, for those who are not familiar with finer steaks, making
the most of an evening at a Smith and Wollensky’s, Morton’s, or
local steakhouse, requires some specific knowledge.
With the exception of the Rib Eye (Delmonico) steak, the key
steakhouse steaks all derive from the shortloin region of the cow.
This region, located behind the rib cage contains both some of the
most flavorful as well as the tenderest cuts of meat. The filet
mignon, also referred to as the tenderloin, is both the tenderest
as well as leanest steak on the cow. Due to its leanness, it is
advisable to order the filet mignon either medium rare or rare to
ensure that it has adequate moisture. The top loin steak, also
called a New York steak or a strip loin, is tougher than the filet
mignon, but enjoys a much stronger steak flavor.
The porterhouse and T-bone steaks have a T-shaped bone and
feature a strip on one side and tenderloin on the other side.
Considered the best of both worlds, they are favorites among many
steakhouse aficionados. Although the terms are used interchangeably
by many people, the Porterhouse steak is cut from farther back and
features a larger portion of tenderloin (filet mignon) than a
T-bone steak. Note that because of the bone, it is almost
impossible to evenly cook a T-bone or Porterhouse steak, and some
variation in doneness in the steak is to be expected.
Many steak aficionados consider the Rib Eye steak to be the best
cut. It is the same cut of meat that is used for prime rib but is
served as a steak instead of as a sliced piece of a roast. The
benefit of the rib eye is that it is extremely well marbled with
fat, which gives it a unique and very pleasing flavor.
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