Our Guide on What to Serve with Steak
Traditionally, steaks are served with toppings and side dishes to add flavor and flair to the meal. From mushrooms and onions sauteed in butter to pickled veggies and peppercorn sauces, the options for what to serve with steak are endless.
Steak enhancements are typically artfully curated and meant to dress the steak and give it a kick, while side dishes are meant to compliment the meal and bring a well-rounded mix of textures and flavors. Both are equally important to consider when you’re deciding what to serve with steak, so Mac’s Chophouse has created a list of great options for the ultimate steak pairings.
Steak Enhancements
When you’re going all out for a proper steak dinner, adding on an accompaniment like seafood or having the cut prepared in a particular style, such as steak Oscar, can add another level of flavor and intensity to the meal.
Seafood
Grilled shrimp and steak are a match made in heaven. At Mac’s Chophouse, you can add grilled jumbo shrimp to any cut of steak to bring a seafood flair to your dining experience. Scallops and lobster tail also make great steak enhancements.
Foie Gras
Buttery and delicate, foie gras makes an excellent topper for steak. That’s because the two have complimentary tastes and textures that make for a beautiful combination on the plate and on the taste buds. At Mac’s, this premium ingredient is served caramelized for the ultimate flavor experience.
Bleu Cheese
Bleu cheese is known for its tangy flavoring and crumbly texture, as well as for pairing delectably with steak. This cheese topper adds an extra layer of deliciousness to a cut of steak, and at Mac’s Chophouse, we give guests the option to have their steak covered in a decadent, melty bleu cheese crust.
Veggies
Vegetables are always a solid choice for pairing with steak. Versatile as well as healthy, there are many ways to prepare veggie side dishes that compliment a cut of steak rather than overwhelm it. The steak is, after all, the star of the show.
Asparagus
Asparagus is a classic choice for a steak meal. With an elevated texture and flavor profile that sets them apart from green beans, asparagus is a top choice at Mac's Chophouse. We serve ours blistered with shallots and toasted sesame for a perfect bite.
Creamed spinach
A rich, boldly-flavored cream sauce like creamed spinach is a great way to incorporate veggies into a steak dish. Because of its creamy consistency, along with a powerful flavor profile that typically includes onion, garlic, and butter, creamed spinach is a favorite among many steak lovers.
Brussels sprouts
More of a sleeper hit than asparagus, brussels sprouts are on the rise as a great side dish for steak thanks to creative chefs who dress up the leafy green bulbs with sauces and garnishes, and even bacon. At Mac’s Chophouse, our sprouts are served crispy alongside cauliflower and onion gastrique that is so tasty you will forget you’re eating vegetables at all.
Side Dishes
Sometimes, you want something a little more robust to pair with your steak. From carb-heavy options to light salads that pack a nutritional, and flavorful, punch, side dishes are a necessity.
Salads
Sometimes, simple is best. If your meal includes a large steak, all you may need to accompany it is a crisp salad with acidic dressing, which will provide plenty of taste and texture to the dish. Whether you go with a caesar salad or simple wedge salad, you can feel better about indulging in steak and cut carbs while you’re at it.
Mac and cheese
If you’re not in the mood for a light salad, a carb-rich side dish like mac and cheese may be just the ticket. At Mac’s, we put a sophisticated spin on this American favorite with a smoked gruyere sauce.
Fries
Steak frites, pomme frites, fries, whatever you like to call them, fried potato goodness always goes great with a steak. If you’re overwhelmed with fancy menu options, fries are a good go-to that almost never disappoint. Try the parmesan and chive pommes frites at Mac’s when you stop in for your next steak dinner!
Get the Perfect Pairing at Mac’s Chophouse
While a good steak should pack enough flavor on its own to make a good meal, there’s no denying that this meat needs a sidekick in order to be a truly memorable dining experience. A beautifully topped steak with a hearty side of fries or a flavorful accompaniment of veggies is guaranteed to taste better than just the cut on its own. So go ahead and indulge, and don’t forget to head to Mac’s Chophouse, the best
Marietta steakhouse, to taste some of our favorite steak pairings in action!
