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.
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.
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.


