Unlimited steak, cocktails, and a sizzling chef competition

September 10, 2026

An age 21+ Event

Presenting Sponsor

Presented By

Benefiting

The Steak Showdown

Get ready, New York! 25 top steakhouses are firing up the grill to compete for steak supremacy. From tender traditional cuts to bold, creative bites, experience the best of New York’s steak scene in one unforgettable evening.
 
What’s Included:
  • Unlimited steak sampling: classic perfection & inventive creations.
  • Signature cocktails paired with every bite.
  • Cast your vote for the winners alongside expert judges!

The Ultimate Experience

RARE is more than a competition—it’s a celebration of New York’s vibrant culinary culture. Savor every bite while enjoying premium spirits, crafted cocktails, and engaging live entertainment.

What to Expect:

    • Live music and entertainment.
    • A curated selection of top-tier spirits.
    • A night designed for steak lovers and foodies alike.

RARE promises an evening of indulgence, competition, and unforgettable flavor.

 

General Admission

All You Can Eat

All Inclusive Ticket

$180

7:00pm Entry


Unlimited Steak From Over 25+ Restaurants


Elevated Spirit Samples & Cocktails


Live Music & Entertainment


People's Choice Vote

First Taste

Exclusive Early Entry

All Inclusive Ticket

$220

6:00pm Entry


Unlimited Steak From Over 25+ Restaurants


Elevated Spirit Samples & Cocktails


Live Music & Entertainment


People's Choice Vote

VIP EXPERIENCE

Surf Seafood Competition

All Inclusive Ticket

$320

6:00pm Entry


Surf Seafood VIP Access


Premium Spirit Samples & Cocktails


VIP Lounge Areas


Private Bars


Private Bathrooms


Unlimited Steak From 25+ New York & VIP Exclusive Restaurants


People's & VIP Choice Vote

Relax, Savor, & Stay Experience

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Steak. Sip. Stay.

The Insignia Hotel is the perfect home base for RARE Steak Championship. Located in the heart of Sunset Park, Brooklyn, this modern boutique hotel offers a comfortable and convenient place to stay after an unforgettable evening of steak, cocktails, and live entertainment.

As a special offer for RARE guests, enjoy an exclusive guest rate, convenient valet parking, and a complimentary hot breakfast the following morning. Retreat to one of the hotel’s 87 stylish rooms and unwind in comfort.

Book your stay now and make the most of your RARE Steak Championship experience in Brooklyn!

Reserve Your VIP Experience

Surf Seafood Challenge

Dive into an exclusive competition and ultimate VIP experience featuring some of the finest seafood-focused restaurants, crafted just for VIP guests! Relax in a spacious lounge while enjoying exclusive creative cocktails and live chef demos. Expect a blend of comfort, entertainment, and surprises designed to elevate your evening. Don’t miss your chance to indulge in this premium, limited ticket experience—secure your tickets now before they sell out!

Restaurants

Over 25 of New York’s top steakhouses will fire up the grill, competing in two categories: Traditional Steak and Creative Steak. Each restaurant will also craft a signature cocktail pairing, making every bite an unforgettable experience.

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the industry’s largest and most reputable meat and seafood provider

Buckhead Meat & Seafood—the national leader in providing restaurants with the world’s most sought after premium proteins—is proudly showcased as the exclusive provider of meat, seafood and other products sampled at RARE New York. Originally founded in 1983 as Buckhead Beef, the company built its reputation in this city by setting the standard for quality, consistency, and integrity—values that continue to define the brand today, and that are evident in every bite. There’s a reason Buckhead rose to prominence as the go-to source for the nation’s best proteins.

Now a part of the Sysco family, Buckhead is able to leverage the unparalleled infrastructure and reach of the parent company without sacrificing the white glove service and quality that it built its name on.  Today, Buckhead is delivering sought-after steaks, lamb, veal, pork, boxed beef, wild game, poultry and seafood, serving top restaurants, hotels, colleges, and resorts both here and across the country. From expertly aged steaks crafted in a precision cut shop to sustainably sourced seafood and artisanal provisions, Buckhead products represent the very best in protein sourcing and craftsmanship.

Backed by the best associates in the business, Buckhead Meat & Seafood remains committed to building trusted relationships—one exceptional product and one unforgettable experience at a time.

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