When you’re in the mood for a great steak dinner, the Las Vegas Strip offers plenty of options. But, if what you’re after is just a very good steak in the cozy den-like ambiance of an old Las Vegas steakhouse, the Circus Circus Steakhouse is an experience that can’t be beaten.
About the Steakhouse at Circus Circus
The Steakhouse at Circus Circus is an award-winning restaurant in a popular legacy Vegas hotel. Circus Circus has been open since the late 1960s, with the Steakhouse being in operation since 1982.
It’s safe to say, with this long of a history, that this restaurant has actually become part of the Las Vegas experience.
Once inside, you instantly feel welcomed by the warm hunting lodge theme of the decor. It’s what you expect of a classic steak house experience. This restaurant is perfect for an intimate dinner, a special occasion, or anytime you want to treat yourself to prime rib, filet mignon, or a nice, thick porterhouse steak.
This dining experience at Circus Circus is one of the most popular steak houses, with a consistent reputation of being terrific then and now.
Steakhouse Menu with Prices
You can walk into any Las Vegas steak house and see that they serve prime beef with a range of delectable cuts, but the quality of the menu at the Steak House at Circus Circus is just so sophisticated. The exceptional quality grade meats served don’t need over-the-top presentations or culinary trends to make them stand out.
The menu is rather simple for a steakhouse in Sin City. There aren’t pages and pages to scroll to find the exact steak you crave. The menu offers a small section of appetizers and salads, then gets straight to the point with a dozen or so options from their mesquite charcoal broiler.
The food is always cooked perfectly and is offered at very reasonable prices, especially considering how much this exact same food would cost at any other steak house in Las Vegas.
Let’s take a deeper look at the mouth-watering menu.
Appetizers
Personally, we think the Steak House at Circus Circus is the perfect place to linger over a pre-dinner cocktail and leisurely enjoy an appetizer or two.
Most of the appetizers at the Steak House fall under the seafood category. There are oysters on the half-shell, crab legs, shrimp, and Seafood Sensation Platter.
But, if seafood isn’t your thing, it’s hard to pass up the housemade French Onion Soup or a crisp, fresh house salad. The Waldorf Wedge or Spinach Salad with Hot Bacon Dressing are both wonderful, but this is providing you don’t fill up on the fresh-baked breads!
Entrees & Accompaniments
This section of the menu is what it’s all about at the Steak House at Circus Circus Hotel. This is what you would call a classic, traditional steak house that serves top-grade Midwestern beef.
Before you even order, you’re privy to a glance at the dry-aged steak through the windows of a glass-enclosed viewing room. This is a testament to the true quality of their meats.
You’ll find all the classic cuts on the menu. The Prime Rib is a house favorite, but the entire list of steaks available ranges from a petite filet mignon to ribeye steaks and a NY Strip, all prepared over an open flame grill.
A peppercorn sauce or cheddar cheese sauce is available upon request. In our opinion, the only element that was missing was the possibility of a nice blue cheese crust on the steak.
Suppose you’re in the mood to stray from beef, the Lamb Chops. Lobster Tail or perfectly prepared salmon are all wonderful alternatives.
All entrees come with your choice of accompaniment. Guests can choose between the Steakhouse’s famous black bean soup, house salad, garlic mashed potatoes, baked potato, or the wild rice blend. The chef’s selection-vegetable is also available. Pro tip – go for the garlic mashed potato and black bean soup. They are both beyond excellent.
If you manage to save room, there is a small selection of desserts available. Try the excellent chocolate cake or decadent creme brulee. There are limited gluten-free options on the menu at the Steak House at Circus Circus.
The Steakhouse Experience
The Steak House at Circus Circus offers a wonderful atmosphere that, when combined with the food, makes it a serious contender for the best steak house in Las Vegas.
The Steak House has been under the guiding hands of the same chef for years, which creates a very consistent, reliable, and wonderfully delicious dining experience.
The atmosphere is that of a days-past steakhouse. Imagine a restaurant tucked away, warm dark woods filling the dining room, Vegas-town old-time atmosphere. To top it off, you have a great table overlooking it all.
The best way to describe the experience is warm, relaxed, and intimate, with an atmosphere that you genuinely want to linger in.
In the realm of comparable steak houses, you could say that it’s a similar experience to the Golden Steer Las Vegas. Still, it’s easy to make an argument that the Steak House at Circus Circus is a more intimate and comfortable place to enjoy tender prime rib or lamb chops.
Guest Reviews
Guest reviews for the Steak House at Circus Circus are overwhelmingly positive. We know that often, people are more likely to take the time to leave a review if they have a complaint, but everything that the Steak House at Circus Circus offers seems to have won some hearts and devoted guests.
Details that guests love include the romantic atmosphere, excellent service, and food that’s cooked perfectly every time. With accolades like this, it’s no wonder the Steak House rated so high on every review site we checked.
Comments on the quality of service ranged from “good customer service” to “exceptional service,” and that no matter if you enjoyed the filet mignon, crab legs, or even a side like a chef’s fresh vegetable, it’s all perfectly cooked.
According to the reviews, the verdict is in. The Steak House at Circus Circus offers a lovely dinner, great value, and an excellent atmosphere that’s worthy of a stop during your next Las Vegas trip.
Dress Code
When dining at the Steak House at Circus Circus, remember that this is a traditional steakhouse setting, and you’ll want to dress appropriately for a nice dinner in Las Vegas.
This doesn’t mean that you have to be dressed at your absolute best, but smart-casual or elegant casual attire is required.
Steer clear of showing up in a tank top and shorts, torn jeans, athletic wear, or looking like you’re just coming from the pool and haven’t even changed out of your flip-flops yet.
Hours
The Steak House at Circus Circus Las Vegas is open for dinner service every evening. Hours are subject to change, but currently, they open every evening for dinner service beginning at 4 pm.
The dining room is open until 9 pm every night except for Saturdays when they extend their hours until 10 pm.
Location
Some say that this restaurant is a misplaced great steakhouse, but the Steak House has always been there, right inside the Circus Circus Hotel Casino. You can find Circus Circus right on the Las Vegas Strip.
The exact address is 2880 S Las Vegas Blvd, Las Vegas, NV. Other nearby restaurants in the Circus Circus Hotel include Blue Iguana Mexican, the Pizzeria, Big Top Eats, and a selection of places to grab a quick bite.
Bottom Line
Las Vegas today is vastly different than it was when the Steak House opened so many years ago in the Circus Circus Hotel Casino. Of course, things change, but this is still the Steakhouse that people love, mainly because the food has remained consistently good, and the Steak House has never been concerned with appearing as a modern dining establishment.
Change is good, but sometimes things that stay the same are pure bliss. Whether it’s a juicy and tender cut of steak or delicate and buttery crab legs you’re craving, the Steak House at Circus Circus offers an all-around wonderful dining experience.
Is your restaurant family-friendly? Three adults and 2 children (ages 10 and 15) to celebrate their Dad’s 50th birthday.
Yes, Circus Steakhouse is family friendly, especially for older children (10 and 15). It wouldn’t be appropriate for young children under 5.