Restaurant Reconnaissance

• 1). Think of the diners. Pick a place that will suit your party needs (i.e., family-friendly, business-appropriate or romantic).
  
  
• 2). Review the menu. No two steakhouses are alike, and the house specialties often vary.
  
  
• 3). Call ahead. Many steakhouses have devoted diners. Avoiding wait lines can make for a more enjoyable meal.