Prime has the most marbling.
It usually is sold to restaurants, although some specialty meat markets and supermarkets may carry it.
Choice cuts tend to have a little less marbling.
Choice is the most widely available grade in the market.
Select has the least amount of marbling, making it leaner but often less juicy and flavorful than the other two grades.
UNDERSTANDING GRADES
T-BONE
NY STRIP
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