American Cut

What American Cut does

American Cut is an upscale steakhouse concept launched in 2013 in Tribeca, New York City, operated by LDV Hospitality, the hospitality group founded by John Meadow. The restaurant positions itself as a modern reinterpretation of the classic American steakhouse, anchored by signature dishes such as Chili Lobster and Pastrami Ribeye and elevated by theatrical tableside preparations including Tomahawk flambé and Smoked Old Fashioneds. Beyond à la carte service, the venue accommodates private events ranging from 17 to 350 guests, indicating a dual focus on individual fine-dining clientele and corporate/private event bookings.

The concept generates revenue across multiple streams: dine-in à la carte service with premium cuts priced between $56 and $195, bar and happy hour programming, private event buyouts, and third-party delivery through DoorDash. Press recognition from Bloomberg, Robb Report, Time Out, and inclusion on World's 101 Best Steak Houses lists supports its premium positioning and pricing power. The brand sits inside LDV Hospitality's broader portfolio, which has expanded to seven countries, providing operational synergies, cross-brand marketing, and procurement scale.

In 2024, American Cut announced expansion to Washington, DC, at 1625 Eye Street — its first multi-unit move after a decade of single-location operation. The restaurant holds Green Restaurant certification, aligning operational practices with sustainability standards that resonate with ESG-conscious corporate clients. Programming extensions include seasonal collaborations such as The Hamptons Meal with the LUNCH brand and limited-edition merchandise partnerships like the 10th Anniversary Poglia knife, both of which extend brand monetization beyond the core dine-in experience.

Name

American Cut

Website

https://americancutsteakhouse.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2013

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

11–50 employees

Short description

American Cut is an upscale steakhouse in Tribeca, NYC, operated by LDV Hospitality since 2013, serving premium cuts and theatrical tableside preparations to affluent diners and private event clients, with a Washington, DC location announced.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Upscale Steakhouse / Fine Dining Restaurant

NAICS

Full-Service Restaurants (722511)

SIC

Retail-Eating & Drinking Places (5810)

akta.pro primary industry

Steakhouses & Seafood Restaurants (THAFACAE)

Keywords

• Upscale steakhouse
• Fine dining restaurant
• Private event dining
• Premium steak cuts
• Tableside service

Headquarters

HQ city

West New York

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices1 record

Markets served

GTM type

B2C

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Supply Chain, Operations, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure

Revenue model

1. Dine-In Service: Full-service restaurant revenue from food and beverage sales including premium steaks (A5 Wagyu, Tomahawk, dry-aged cuts), seafood, and cocktails. Average check driven by high menu pricing ($56-$195 for entrees)
2. Private Events: Revenue from private dining room rentals and full venue buyouts. Multiple spaces accommodate 17-350 guests for corporate events, celebrations, and receptions
3. Bar and Lounge Service: Happy Hour program (daily 5-7pm, extended to 7:30pm Thu-Sat) featuring discounted cocktails and bar bites driving bar revenue during off-peak hours
4. Takeout and Delivery: DoorDash integration for takeout and delivery orders, extending revenue beyond dine-in capacity

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion1 record

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels5 records

Core offering

American Cut operates an upscale steakhouse restaurant in Tribeca, NYC serving a modern interpretation of classic American steakhouse fare. Core menu features premium steaks (USDA Prime, dry-aged, American Wagyu, and Japanese A5 Wagyu), seafood, signature dishes like Chili Lobster and Pastrami Ribeye, and theatrical tableside preparations such as the 40 oz. Tomahawk Chop flambé and Smoked Old Fashioneds. Supporting revenue lines include private event bookings, Happy Hour bar service, takeout/delivery via DoorDash, and gift cards.

Product overview

American Cut is an upscale steakhouse restaurant offering a modern take on American classics. The core product is the restaurant dining experience featuring signature dishes like Chili Lobster and Pastrami Ribeye, complemented by tableside preparations. Supporting offerings include Private Events (with dedicated rooms for intimate dinners to full venue buy-outs), Happy Hour programming, full à la carte Menu, and Gift Cards. A DC location is currently under development.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• American Cut Steakhouse (Tribeca) Upscale full-service steakhouse in Tribeca, NYC offering a modern take on American steakhouse classics including Chili Lobster, Pastrami Ribeye, premium USDA Prime and dry-aged steaks, Wagyu, seafood towers, and signature tableside preparations such as the 40 oz. Tomahawk Chop flambé and Smoked Old Fashioneds. Designed for affluent diners, couples, and special-occasion guests.
• Private Events Private dining and event hosting at multiple dedicated spaces within the Tribeca restaurant, including The Black Room (17 seated), Morrison Room (55 seated / 75 standing with private bar and A/V equipment), Semi-Private Lounge (26 seated), and full venue buyouts accommodating 220–350 guests. Targeted at corporate groups, social celebrations, receptions, and viewing parties.
• Happy Hour Walk-in bar and lounge offering featuring discounted cocktails and bar bites, including AC Sliders and the $12 Plank Smoked Old Fashioned. Available daily 5–7pm and extended to 7:30pm Thursday through Saturday; first come, first served.
• Gift Cards Purchasable digital and physical gift cards redeemable at American Cut, sold through the LDV Hospitality gift card storefront.

Named customers2 records

Segments3 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration3 records

Feature1 record

Partnerships

One partnership is on record.

• J.Bespoke (Max Poglia)minorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 1 January 2024Custom anniversary knife collection collaboration celebrating American Cut's 10th anniversary. Max Poglia showcased his knife craftsmanship during meals, creating a limited edition partnership product for the milestone celebration.

Scale indicators3 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Broad incumbents

• Ruth's Chris Steak House: Large national steakhouse chain with signature sizzling butter-topped steaks. Broad incumbent competing for upscale steakhouse occasions including private events.
• Del Frisco's Double Eagle Steakhouse: National upscale steakhouse chain offering comparable premium cuts, seafood towers, and private dining at similar price points.
• The Capital Grille: National Darden-owned steakhouse chain with comparable dry-aged steaks, private dining rooms, and corporate event positioning. Broader portfolio but overlapping customer.

Direct peers

• Smith & Wollensky: Iconic NYC steakhouse with comparable full-service format, premium steak-centric menu, and similar Tribeca-adjacent clientele. Closest direct competitor on product, price point, and experience.
• Wolfgang's Steakhouse: NYC-based upscale steakhouse chain serving USDA Prime dry-aged steaks in a classic steakhouse format. Highly comparable product mix and target market.
• The Palm: Classic American steakhouse with NYC roots and a long-standing reputation for high-end steakhouse dining to affluent and corporate clientele. Direct peer on format and positioning.
• STK Steakhouse: Modern, design-forward steakhouse concept with comparable premium pricing, theatrical dining vibe, and similar affluent/corporate target segment. Closest experiential peer.
• Mastro's Steakhouse: Upscale steakhouse known for tableside presentations, live music, and premium steaks. Highly comparable theatrical, high-energy dining experience.
• Peter Luger Steak House: Legendary NYC steakhouse competing for the same affluent steakhouse diner; comparable check sizes and signature dry-aged steak experience. Direct peer on category and target customer.

Emerging players

• Catch Steak: Newer modern steakhouse concept from the Catch Hospitality Group with a fashion-forward, experiential format that competes for the same younger affluent steakhouse diner.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat3 records

Key risks5 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Instagraminstagram.com/americancut/?hl=en
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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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