National Filet Mignon Day is Wednesday, Aug. 13, celebrating one of the most specialty cuts of beef that's often the centerpiece of fine dining.
Derived from the French term "tender or delicate filet," filet mignon comes from the cow's tenderloin and has comparatively less fat than a ribeye or sirloin, according to Little Cattle Company.
Filet Mignon is frequently served in high-end restaurants and on special occasions, and you'll find the dish in steakhouses across El Paso.
To celebrate National Filet Mignon Day, we've compiled a list of the best restaurants to enjoy the tender cut of meat, with the help of Yelp. Here are some of the best-rated in El Paso, according to the review site.
West Texas Chophouse
West Texas Chophouse serves up an eight-ounce filet mignon as part of its pre