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On Fort Lauderdale Beach Boulevard, Steak 954 pairs an oceanfront setting with a menu built around the world's finest beef and locally caught seafood. A sweeping reef aquarium filled with live jellyfish greets guests as they arrive — a detail that signals the restaurant's commitment to atmosphere as much as the plate.
The steakhouse side of the menu is serious. Dry-aged prime cuts anchor the offering: a 50 oz. Prime Tomahawk, a 28 oz. Porterhouse, bone-in NY Strip, and classic Filet Mignon in two sizes. For guests seeking something rarer, the A5 Japanese Wagyu selection sources from three distinct Japanese prefectures — Sendai Strip from Miyagi, Omi Filet Mignon from Shiga, and Authentic Kobe Strip from Hyogo. American and Australian Wagyu round out the options, with cuts from Snake River Farms in Idaho and Muse Ranch in Tasmania. The 954 Cheesesteak — hand-cut Wagyu, summer truffle, foie gras, and fried onions on a sesame roll, served with Laurent Perrier Brut — stands as a signature that bridges both worlds.
The seafood program holds its own alongside the beef. A raw bar features East and West Coast oysters, chilled Maine lobster, king crab, and Yellowfin Tuna Tartare. Caviar service runs from Russian Ossetra Royal Amber to Beluga Imperial Hybrid. On the hot side, Chilean Sea Bass arrives with yuzu butter and haricots verts, Wild Halibut with creamed Tuscan kale, and Twin Lobster Tails with drawn butter. The Seafood Sampler — king crab, Maine lobster, shrimp, tuna tartare, and oysters — is offered for two or four, making it a natural centerpiece for the table.
The dining room faces the Atlantic, with outdoor seating that takes full advantage of the Fort Lauderdale coastline. Brunch, dinner, and private events are all accommodated, and the wine program earned Wine Spectator's Best of Award of Excellence in 2023 — recognition that reflects the depth of a list curated to match both premium Wagyu and delicate seafood preparations. Steak 954 is part of the Starr Restaurants group, whose attention to detail is evident across every element of the experience.
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