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CheapSteaks - Steakhouse in Dallas, Texas

CheapSteaks

4.3 (289 reviews)

2613 Elm St, Dallas, TX 75226

Restaurant
Live music venue

About CheapSteaks - steak house in Dallas, Texas

Customer Review Summary

CheapSteaks features an epic music playlist and superb food and drinks, with standout items like the mango margarita and Butcher's steak. Some guests praised the moderate pricing and live music, stating it’s a great addition to Deep Ellum. However, there are serious concerns about the owner's rude behavior and perceived discrimination towards customers of color. Multiple reviews described poor service and issues with food quality, including tough steaks and improperly mixed drinks. Despite the criticisms, some customers enjoyed the vibrant atmosphere and excellent music, particularly highlighting the DJ and live bands. Overall, experiences seem polarized, with highlights in food and entertainment overshadowed by concerns over service and discrimination.

Key Features

Service options

  • Outdoor seating
  • No-contact delivery
  • Delivery
  • Takeout
  • Dine-in

Highlights

  • Fast service
  • Great beer selection
  • Great cocktails
  • Live music

Popular for

  • Dinner
  • Solo dining

Accessibility

  • Wheelchair accessible entrance
  • Wheelchair accessible restroom
  • Wheelchair accessible seating

Offerings

  • Alcohol
  • Beer
  • Cocktails
  • Coffee
  • Comfort food
  • Hard liquor
  • Late-night food
  • Wine

Dining options

  • Dinner
  • Dessert
  • Seating

Amenities

  • Bar onsite
  • Restroom
  • Wi-Fi

Atmosphere

  • Casual
  • Cozy
  • Trendy

Crowd

  • Family-friendly
  • Groups
  • LGBTQ+ friendly
  • Transgender safespace

Planning

  • Accepts reservations

Payments

  • Credit cards
  • Debit cards
  • NFC mobile payments

Parking

  • Free street parking
  • Paid parking lot
  • Paid street parking

Customer Reviews

Rating Distribution

4.3 out of 5
5
196
4
40
3
17
2
9
1
27
Based on 289 reviews

John Brunson

4 months ago

This place is AMAZING. The music playlist was all my favs - Cure, Radiohead, New Order, Joy Division, Duran Duran, Echo & the Bunnymen, just an epic selection. And the food & drinks were superb, don't leave without having the mango marg & the Butcher's steak rare with truffle fries. This was our best meal & experience in Dallas! Much thanks to Adriana & Kirk for their unbelievable hospitality, giving us the highlight of our trip to TX!

Zach Machani

The racism that is deeply rooted in the culture of Deep Ellum is prevalent in the treatment of its customers of color. It’s clear that we are not welcome in that area but bring the most profitable business. The owner Jeff has been repeatedly rude and not welcoming when it comes to a specific crowd. Jeff has the accountability of 2 year old. If you want good service, food, and a good time this is not the place for you to attend especially as a person of color in Deep Ellum if you are going to be discriminated against at least get good service for it. NOT SPAM.

Chase Nelson

2 years ago

Cheapsteaks was a great addition to Deep Ellum. Moderately priced good food with live music. It reminds me of a place that would thrive pre pandemic. If I'm in the area I'll swing back in.

Fitnisse Train

This establishment sucks! The food is gross the owner is rude when I tried to get proper service for my wrong order the owner was no help. He has terrible customer service and should not be doing that line of work if he doesn’t know how to handle situations or even talk to people nicely. The only good thing about the establishment was the DJ. He played great music and maintained a great vibe. The only reason I would go there is for the DJ but other than that I’ll never come here ever again. NOT ONLY CAN THE OWNER OWN UP TO CRITICISM HE CANT EVEN SHOW ACCOUNTABILITY AND WANT TO SAY MY POST IS SPAM… an apology like you did to the other bad reviews would be professional ….

A C

1 year ago

My brother and I decided to stop in here for some food after a play. He got a chopped steak sandwich, and I got a butcher steak and some drinks. The steak had amazing flavor and was tender enough that I barely had to chew it. The drinks were strong, which is how I like them, and the music was excellent. I will definitely be coming back here.

Gregory Dylan Shortes

3 years ago

Where can you get a good steak for a decent price? This is it! It’s a simple steak that comes with fries. They also have other amazing sides. Try their Brussel sprouts! They are tossed in an amazing sauce. They have a nice secluded patio in the back and offer a full bar. They also have an indoor and outdoor stage. This is a great place for a steak fix without breaking the bank! I will be visiting again!

Charlena Gillon

1 year ago

We were looking for a little fun and entertainment in the city, Friday night and a friend suggested this place for us. When I tell you the drinks, food, music and service went above my expectations. Although small the restaurant feels bigger than it is because of the band. Best Jazz band in town! I cant wait to go back!

Live Life

1 year ago

It’s located in Deep Elm so you can expect lots energy from outside. Small but cozy setting, indoor and outdoor seating. Our service was not good and extremely slow and the crowd was nonexistent when I dined in. My steak was extremely tuff and I asked for medium well not well done. Our drinks were so strong and improperly mixed we couldn’t even enjoy them.

Location

Contact Information

Hours of Operation

Friday 11 AM–2 AM
Monday 11 AM–2 AM
Saturday 11 AM–2 AM
Sunday 11 AM–2 AM
Thursday 11 AM–2 AM
Tuesday 11 AM–2 AM
Wednesday 11 AM–2 AM

Price Range

$20–30