Matu

"Matu is best known as the steakhouse on South Beverly where you can get five courses of premium meat for under $100—that’s basically free in Beverly Hills. A lesser-known fact is that this place is also open for lunch and serves an outrageously decadent cheesesteak for $24. Friends from Philly will say things like, “That isn’t a real cheesesteak,” and we love that for them. Regardless of that opinion, it’s still delicious, packed with eight ounces of griddled wagyu ribeye and sirloin, gooey sharp cheese, grilled onions, and a long hot pepper going down the middle of the chewy seeded roll." - sylvio martins, brant cox

"Matū introduced the wagyu cheesesteak as a special in 2022 and made it a permanent menu item due to popular demand. The Philly cheesesteak-style number is made with chopped grass-fed wagyu from First Light Farms, melted Cooper sharp cheese, grilled onions, and roasted hot pepper, all on a plush sesame-seeded bun. The sandwich is only available at the bar or during lunch service." - Eater Staff

"This clubby spot in Beverly Hills specializes in multi-course, prix-fixe menus consisting of various wagyu dishes. It's definitely indulgent, but dishes like steak tartare and beef croquetas are presented in a way that doesn't feel like you're in a meat gauntlet. You'll sip clear, earthy beef broth, try thin-sliced pieces of NY strip, then finish with a wood-fired ribeye. If you're looking for a beef-filled dinner that isn't just another big slab of steak and a side of potatoes, Matū is an excellent option. It’s also a great option for a solo lunch, which is the only time you can order their wagyu Philly Cheesesteak on a big, bouncy sesame roll." - nikko duren, sylvio martins, brant cox, arden shore

"This steakhouse specializes in prix-fixe menus consisting of various wagyu dishes. It's an indulgence of the highest variety, and yet, the experience inside is remarkably sensible. The five-course menu is $87 per person. Sure, that’s a lot of money and no one should mistake Matū for a Tuesday night dinner spot, but to be eating five courses of premium beef on S. Beverly Blvd. for under $100 is a good value. You’ll sip clear, earthy beef broth, eat thin-sliced pieces of NY strip steak, and finish with a wood-fired ribeye and perfectly cooked broccolini. Matū is the kind of place where celebrating something feels grand—whether it’s a promotion, anniversary, or simply surviving the previous month—without having to constantly check prices.  " - sylvio martins, arden shore, brant cox, jess basser sanders

"Featuring only New Zealand-raised, grass-fed wagyu beef from First Light Farms, Matū is a steak-focused restaurant where most diners order a reasonably-priced tasting menu or pick their dishes a la carte. Of course, there’s wood-grilled steak — tender, minerally, and distinct from typical American-raised beef — but don’t forget to try some starters, like arugula-littered carpaccio or braised beef croquetas. The lunch- and bar-only Philly cheesesteaks are a great draw for those who don’t need a full dinner but want a taste of the delicious beef in a classic sandwich form." - Matthew Kang