Unlimited steak, cocktails, and a sizzling chef competition

May 15th, 2025

An age 21+ Event

When

6:00pm - 10:00pm

6pm - 10pm

Where

Levy Plaza

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The Steak Showdown

Get ready, Dallas! 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 Dallas’ 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 Dallas’ 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.

Brought to you by the creators of TOP TACO, RARE promises an evening of indulgence, competition, and unforgettable flavor.

General Admission

All You Can Eat

$125

7:00pm Entry

Unlimited Steak From Over 25+ Restaurants

Elevated Spirit Samples & Cocktails

Live Music & Entertainment

People's Choice Vote

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First Taste

Exclusive Early Entry

$175

6:00pm Entry

Unlimited Steak From Over 25+ Restaurants

Elevated Spirit Samples & Cocktails

Live Music & Entertainment

People's Choice Vote

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VIP EXPERIENCE

Surf Seafood Competition

$275

5:30pm Entry

Surf Seafood VIP Access

Premium Spirit Samples & Cocktails

VIP Lounge Areas

Private Bars

Private Bathrooms

Unlimited Steak From Over 25+ Restaurants

People's Choice Vote

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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 Dallas’ 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 Dallas is the state’s premier specialty meat and seafood processor. The company operates out of a 140,000 ft sq state-of-the-art production and distribution facility in Houston, TX.

Buckhead Dallas today is a reflection of the combining of two best-in-class companies: Louisiana Foods, founded in 1978 and Freedman Meats, founded in 1991. Both companies had strong reputations in the market for the highest quality meat and seafood available. The strength of these companies led to Sysco’s acquisition and the ultimate combination in 2016 into the business we know today.

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