About Us

Local Chef/Owner

Richard Chamberlain

30 years of excellence & James Beard Nominee

Renowned as one of America’s foremost culinary talents, Chef Richard Chamberlain is the visionary behind Chamberlain’s Steak & Fish in Dallas.

Since its debut in 1993, the restaurant has stood as a benchmark for excellence, earning a place among Bon Appétit’s “Top New Restaurants in America” and garnering continued acclaim from the world’s most discerning voices in dining, including Gourmet and the Zagat Guide.

Honors & Distinctions

Chef Chamberlain’s artistry has been celebrated by the most prestigious authorities in the culinary world, with awards including:

• “One of America’s Top Tables” – Gourmet
• “One of America’s Top Restaurants” – Zagat Guide
• “Award of Excellence” – Wine Spectator

A Distinguished Career

Before establishing his own legacy in Dallas, Chef Chamberlain refined his craft in some of the world’s most celebrated kitchens.

As Executive Chef of the exclusive Little Nell Hotel in Aspen, he pioneered an innovative American Alpine cuisine that brought him national recognition and distinction from the James Beard Foundation as one of the country’s leading chefs.

His culinary journey also includes tenures as Executive Chef of San Simeon Restaurant and Ratcliff’s in Dallas; Executive Sous Chef at the legendary Hotel Bel-Air in Los Angeles; and an early role as Sous Chef under the acclaimed Dean Fearing at the iconic Mansion on Turtle Creek.

Charitable Work

Chamberlain is known for his extensive charitable involvement, especially with the American Heart Association. He has been the lead chef for Cotes du Coeur, helping to raise millions of dollars for the cause. American Cancer Society, March of Dimes, Boys and Girls Club, Big Brothers Big Sisters.

James Beard Foundation Nomination

“Best Chef in the Northwest” (1992). As executive chef at The Little Nell (Aspen), Chef Chamberlain received national attention and a nomination from the James Beard Foundation.

Media & Television Appearances

• Featured on CBS Saturday “Chef on a Shoestring” segment (2008), presenting his signature steak dinner approach.

• Guest on national morning shows (Today Show, CBS Early Show, FOX TV)

Chamberlain has been featured on national television programs like NBC’s Today Show and CBS’s Early Show.

Press Awards

  • Dallas Top 100 Restaurant (2013) — Inclusion in a regional top dining list.
  • Addison Magazine Readers’ Choice “Best Steakhouse” (2019) — Voted by local patrons in Addison, TX.
  • Bon Appétit — Top New Restaurant (1993) — Recognized shortly after the opening of Chamberlain’s in Dallas.
  • “One of America’s Top Tables,”
  • Gourmet — A national honor reflecting high culinary standards.
    “One of America’s Top Restaurants,”
  • Zagat Guide — Featured among the nation’s elite dining establishments.
  • Wine Spectator — Award of Excellence
  • OpenTable Diners’ Choice Award Winner (2019, 2022, 2023)
  • Featured among “Top 10 Best Chamberlain’s Steakhouse in Addison, TX” in Yelp

Today, Chef Richard Chamberlain continues to define the standard of excellence in fine dining, blending classical technique, contemporary vision, and an unwavering dedication to his craft.

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Choose Your Dining Experience

Chamberlain’s Steak & Fish

Since 1993, Chamberlain’s Steak and Fish has earned the distinction as one of Dallas’ most esteemed local independent dining destinations in Dallas/Fort Worth.

Being chef owned, our menu is seasonally crafted to ensure an extraordinary culinary experience. Locally sourced aged prime beef, fresh fish and oysters flown in daily as well as culinary specialties including lamb chops, bison, duck and pheasant.

As you step into our restaurant you will find friendly faces to welcome you and a warm, inviting atmosphere to spend your evening with your clients or loved ones.

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Chamberlain's Steak and Fish

Cigar Lounge At Chamberlain’s

Chamberlain’s Steak & Fish proudly offers The Cigar Lounge at Chamberlain’s, Dallas’s premier cigar destination where timeless sophistication meets genuine hospitality.

We offer a full dining menu featuring prime steaks, fresh seafood, and appetizers from Chamberlain's Steak & Fish. Select from our award-winning wine list or an expansive spirits menu and craft cocktails.

Enjoy live music from some of Dallas’ finest musicians and the latest sporting events on one of seven big screen TVs.

Guests can select cigars from our humidor featuring top brands such as Davidoff, Padron, Macanudo, and more. Personalized humidor boxes are available for rent upon request.

For private events, the lounge can accommodate parties up to 36.

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Chamberlain's Cigar Lounge Interior

My wife & I had our 40 year anniversary at Chamberlain’s and it was a memory that will last forever. Thank you to our server Nolan & Richard’s entire staff. One of the finest, if not the finest dining experience in DFW.

Bob D.

Our first time here but our host friends been here before. Great steaks, exquisite wine list, and awesome service from NOLAN who was knowledgeable about the menu, the evening's specials and was there to check on us at the right time!!! Rib eyes, Pork chops and Filet mignon were ordered and the right temperature came out and with the four sides or cream corn and spinach, sautéed mushrooms , and mashed potatoes. Overall, great decor, delish meats, and sides, superb service from Nolan and a palate satisfying wine list!!! For you cigar smokers, brandy and Bourbon lovers, there's a beautiful lounge in the back!!! Wow!!! We will be back!!!

Ms. D

This was a pleasant surprise. it was a nice place to have dinner, waiter was great, drinks were great, food was great and they were not over priced. I think I may have found me a new steakhouse multiple things I want to try when I don't want a steak. I will be back

Charles R.

I used to go to Chamberlain's often but it has been a while, we came back as I wanted the weekend Alaskan halibut special and it was more than worth it! The pumpkin seed crust was unexpected and delicious. My husband's prime rib was perfectly cooked and the au jus served in a candle warmer was the perfect elegant touch.

Erin

Wonderful experience. The service was spot on. The food was perfectly on point. Will definitely return.

Brad

One of the best overall steakhouses I have ever been to. Everything about this place is top notch. Staff was very friendly and accommodating. A++++

Jeff

Wow, what an amazing find during our stay in Dallas! Reasonably priced prime beef and it even came with a side which is almost unheard of these days. My dad got the prime rib which was excellent. I got the 8 oz A5 Wagyu. It was excellent as well and cooked to perfection. Great wait staff. If we lived close by this would be our go to place! Oh and the wedge salad was excellent too!

Amanda D.

We met up with some friends and had a fantastic dinner. The food was absolutely delicious. We ordered a fillet and also some A5 Wagyu beef. Both were outstanding! We were there for restaurant week and will definitely go back sometime soon. They also have a completely separate cigar lounge that we found later on in the evening.

Abe

Wow, what an amazing find during our stay in Dallas! Reasonably priced prime beef and it even came with a side which is almost unheard of these days. My dad got the prime rib which was excellent. I got the 8 oz A5 Wagyu. It was excellent as well and cooked to perfection. Great wait staff. If we lived close by this would be our go to place! Oh and the wedge salad was excellent too!

Amanda D.