I ate at Keens Steakhouse, the ultimate spot for 'power lunches' in NYC. It's a great value even if you're not doing business.

I visited Keens Steakhouse, a historic New York City haunt that's popular for power lunches. The place feels cozy and rich with history, and the food is pretty impressive. It's expensive but tasty — and I think the mutton chop is famous for a reason.

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You can opt-out at any time by visiting our Preferences page or by clicking "unsubscribe" at the bottom of the email. Advertisement The power lunch , business lunch, midday feast — it's a meal by many names. And as dining trends shift over the years, one thing that's stayed constant is the symbiotic relationship between a corporate card and a steak house.

Keens Steakhouse is one of New York City's most iconic meat huts, with a history that stretches back to the 1880s. Although it's got all the classics like prime rib and porterhouse, this midtown spot is known for its mutton. This story is available exclusively to Business Insider subscribers.

Become an Insider and start reading now. Have an account? Log in . So I headed up to what's left of the Herald Square Theatre District to test out this old-school eatery that's been dubbed a necessity for the meat lovers' power lunch.

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