Izzy's Steaks and Chops

(Marina)
3345 Steiner St.  
415-563-0487 Map it
izzyssteaksandchops.liveonatt.com/

$$-$$$
Steakhouse
good for groups, kid-friendly, open 7 days, private dining or party space

SCENE: Named after a famous North Beach saloon (and its saloon-keeper, Izzy Gomez) from the first half of the 20th century, this hofbrau-style steakhouse opened in 1987 on the corner of Steiner and Chestnut. Downstairs is the bar, full of sports fans and the post-college crowd, plus a dining area; upstairs, an ever-so-slightly more formal dining room. Both are decorated with photos from the original Izzy’s (which closed in 1952).

EATS: Though there are a few “light” options on the menu—grilled chicken breast, shrimp Louis, a hamburger with Gouda cheese—you’re here for the meat. The possibilities include a New York strip steak, aged 21 days; an enormous prime rib; and a buttery filet mignon. Two sides come with each dinner: Go for the nutmeggy creamed spinach and the “Izzy’s” au gratin potatoes. Cholesterol be damned.