While there’s a comfort to the classic steakhouse, plenty of proprietors have pushed the envelope by experimenting with aging, sourcing high-quality beef from around the world, incorporating global flavors, and playing with live-fire cooking. Michelin has taken notice, too.

But none are more notable than Knife & Spoon, the Ritz-Carlton newcomer whose eminence is rooted in chef John Tesar's prized proteins.

The future of dining in America looks bright. Next year, some of the country's most iconic cooks—alongside legendary chefs from around the world—will unleash fresh new dining engagements...