I had dinner at Papi Steak, Miami's flashiest steakhouse known for $1,000 steaks and club-like vibes. I'm dying to go back.NEWS | 14 May 2026From the moment I reached the velvet ropes outside Papi Steak in Miami, I knew I was in for something different from the traditional steakhouse experience.
Since opening in Miami Beach in 2019, Papi Steak has become known for its celebrity clientele, extravagant menu, and club-like atmosphere — and soon, I would come to understand the hype. Within an hour of sitting down for dinner, the sultry, dimly lit steakhouse had transformed into a full-blown party.
Music thumped through the packed dining room as servers zigzagged between tables, carrying over-the-top presentations: a cocktail and caviar served inside an Hermès Birkin bag, decadent skillets of lobster mac and cheese, and wedge salads dripping with creamy dressing.
One of the things that Papi Steak is best known for is its $1,000 "beefcase," a gilded briefcase containing a 55-ounce Australian purebred wagyu steak.
I skipped the restaurant's most famous steak — another Business Insider reporter tried it at Papi Steak's Vegas location — and felt that some of its theatrics seemed excessive. Yet, after tasting several of its signature dishes, I understood why diners keep flocking to one of Miami's most over-the-top restaurants.
Here's what I thought of the food and overall experience at Papi Steak in Miami Beach.
Portions of the meal were provided by Papi Steak, while Business Insider paid for the remaining items and the gratuity.Author: More Stories. Erin Mcdowell. Every Time. Look Out For An Alert In Your Inbox The Next Time. Source
