On opening Chamberlain’s Steak and Chop House in 1993, Richard Chamberlain, took to heart the staple cuisine of his native state. The specialty of the house, prime steak, has the bold flavors for which Chamberlain’s reputation has been built. Shortly after opening, Chamberlain’s Steak and Chop House was named one of the country’s top new restaurants of 1993 by Bon Appetite magazine

Texas Monthly named Chamberlain’s one of the “Top 10 Steakhouses” in the state and “Best Steakhouse for Epicures”. In 1998, Gourmet Magazine rated them “One of America’s Top Tables” and in 1999 and 2000, Zagat published them as one of “America’s Top Restaurants”. Chamberlain’s has been a “D-Best” in D Magazine. In 2000-2007, Chamberlain’s has received an “Award of Excellence” by Wine Spectator.