Bistro dishes

Steak frites

Steak served with French fries, often accompanied by butter or sauce.

Ribeye steak frites with side salad at Rock Sea's, Hopland, California
Ribeye steak frites with side salad at Rock Sea's, Hopland, CaliforniaPhoto: MissvainCC BY 4.0Rock Sea's steak frites - February 2023 - Sarah Stierch 08

Say it: stek freet (approximate English pronunciation)

Steak frites describes a steak-and-fries combination rather than one required cut or sauce. A restaurant may specify hanger steak, ribeye or another cut, alongside a butter or sauce. Those details help distinguish different versions. Check the portion and accompaniments when comparing the same dish between bistros.

Names to look for on menus

steak frites, steak au poivre frites

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About this guide and further reading

Written by Eat French.Food. Reference check: 2026-10-07. Pronunciations are approximate guides for English speakers.