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There's nothing like a grilled steak. From surf 'n turf to juicy carne asada, there are so many amazing ways to prepare it. You'll never lack recipe ideas when it comes to grilling steak. But in order to thoroughly enjoy it, you need a great set of steak knives. We did some research and rounded up the best ones, so you don't have to.
Don't eat steak? Steak knives can be used to slice through anything, from cilantro lime grilled salmon and bruschetta grilled chicken to grilled green tomatoes and potatoes. And be sure to check out some of our favorite grilling gear, including grill gloves, grill skewers, the best accessories, and the best meat thermometers.
Our Top Picks
How We Picked These Products
To craft this list, we consulted professional chefs, Delish editors, and food bloggers, and online reviews. There's a lot to consider when buying a set of steak knives—the material, blade, handle, and washing instructions—which is why we made sure to include a wide variety of styles and price points. From straight-edge blades to pointed serrated blades, stainless steel to high-carbon stainless steel, and lightweight to heavy, we selected a little bit of everything.
Pros
- Ergonomic handles
Cons
- Must sharpen regularly
The Zwilling Four Star Steak Knife Set is honed from a single piece of high-carbon steel with blades that are both sharp and durable. "These knives are great for slicing through any type of meat in one clean run," said Lisa Bryan, founder of healthy and gluten-free food blog Downshiftology. "Also, the gripping on the handle shapes to the hand well, making it easier for you to slice as you apply pressure."
Wüsthof Classic 4-Piece Steak Knife Set
Pros
- High-carbon stainless steel blades
- Durable and sharp
Cons
- Have to sharpen regularly
The Wüsthof classic series steak knives easily cut through meat with their high-carbon, stainless-steel straight-edge blades, which are resistant to corrosion and dulling. Crafted out of polypropylene, the handles are resistant to fading, discoloration, and heat.
"These are the sharpest knives I have ever owned!" said one reviewer. "Many knives just tear the meat, these are like a hot knife thru butter!"
Victorinox Swiss Classic Serrated Steak Knife Set
Pros
- Dishwasher safe
- Affordable
- Comfortable grip and balanced weight
Cons
- Plastic handles aren't as elegant as others
You can't beat the Victorinox Swiss Classic Serrated Steak Knife Set, which is priced under $40 for six durable knives. Conical ground and ice tempered, these knives maintain their sharpness over time.
"This, my friends, is a winning purchase," said one reviewer. "They're comfortable to hold and I love that they're not heavy and bulky."
Henckels Stainless Steel Serrated Steak Knife Set
Pros
- Dishwasher safe
- Affordable
Cons
- Slim and space-saving
For under $50, you can score an eight-piece set of Henckels Stainless Steel Steak Knives. The 4.5-inch serrated blade is made to stay sharp for years.
"They’re easy to hold and the weight is just right," said one reviewer. "They haven’t lost their sharpness even after being cleaned in the dishwasher numerous times!"
Viking Steakhouse Pakka 6-Piece Wood Steak Knife Set
Pros
- Great balance
Cons
- Hand wash only
The Viking Steakhouse Pakka Steak Knife Set features partially serrated five-inch blades made of German stainless steel and water- and stain-resistant handles. "They feel really soft (is that weird to say about knives?) in the hand, and they're nicely balanced," said Delish Editorial Director Joanna Saltz. "My tween son, who's just learning how to cut steak like an actual grown-up, can actually use these with ease—so that's a huge plus for me."
Pros
- Dishwasher safe
Cons
“The Laguiole steak knives are by far the most beautiful and functional steak knives I’ve used," said Chef Aaron Allen of Silas Creative Kitchen + Cocktails At Ohio's Hotel Versailles. "They are the perfect combination of elegant, sharp, and very well balanced— with an aesthetic is second to none. The knives work seamlessly when preparing our 35 Day Dry Aged New York Strip with Lobster.”
Pros
- Dishwasher safe
- Available in several colors
Cons
The go-to steak knives for Kevin Flannery, owner of NYC's Vinyl Steakhouse, are Year & Day's Matte Steel Steak Knives. "I love this steak knife for its stylish, simple beauty on the table and its incredible performance in cutting tender pieces of beef," said Flannery. "This steak knife cuts perfect pieces of beef with ease without tearing the body of the main cut, leaving the next bite always flawless on its chew and mouth feel. This steak knife is easy to polish and shine and maintains its sheen despite high volume use in our steakhouse.”
Zwilling Steak Knife Set of 8
Pros
- Included storage box
- High carbon stainless steel blades
Cons
"We love these Zwilling stainless steel steak knives," said Natasha Kravchuk, author of the popular food blog Natasha's Kitchen. "They are excellent and quality and beautiful enough to use for entertaining. Good steak knives can last a lifetime!" Bonus: the box makes for a perfect gift.
What types of blades are the best for steak knives?
Straight edge: While steak knives with straight blades need to be sharpened regularly, they are better at cleanly slicing through steak without the sawing motion.
Serrated: If you don't like the hassle of sharpening your steak knives after every couple of uses, you may want a set with serrated blades, which have small pointed teeth.
What materials are steak knives made out of?
Stainless steel: Stainless steel isn't as strong as high-carbon steel, but it has greater protection against corrosion.
High-carbon stainless steel: The high carbon content makes this material hard and more durable than traditional stainless steel, but it is more susceptible to corrosion.
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