The cap of ribeye is our most luxurious steak. It’s intensely marbled, flush with full-bodied beef flavor with a supple, fork tender texture. Hand-cut to a consistent 8 ounce portion.
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Enjoy the same rare and spectacular cut of beef served by prestigious Michelin-starred restaurants in a smaller, perfectly portioned steak. Our SRF Black® American Wagyu cap of ribeye is rich with abundant intramuscular fat so each steak is tender, juicy and bursts with deep beef flavor.
This convenient 8 ounce portion size is a decadent steak to feature on its own or to include in more intricate recipes and culinary preparations.
Average weight: 8 oz.
The cap of ribeye is a rich, relatively thin cut and works best when seared on a hot grill or skillet and cooked to medium rare (120°F to 130°F).
Susie Heller, author and producer of cookbooks (including 5 with Thomas Keller) says, ”I like to sauté or grill the meat, forming a well-browned crust with a medium-rare interior. The generous marbling melts in your mouth creating a unique experience.”
Chef David Cruz prepared the cap of ribeye at Thomas Keller’s Ad Hoc using sous vide. He suggests using the SRF Gold® cap, Season with salt and pepper and sear on each side for about 60 seconds. Seal the seared cap with butter, crushed garlic, rosemary and thyme. Set sous vide immersion circulator to 58.8°C (137.8°F) and leave for 1.5 hours. Remove from bag, dry off excess moisture, then sear again briefly. Finish with a sprinkling of finishing salt.
Marbling, or intramuscular fat, fills beef with flavor, juiciness and tenderness. The more marbling, the higher the beef grade. USDA Prime is the highest grade for American beef. Snake River Farms beef grades are based on a proprietary BMS grading scale.
Understand the Marbling Scale
USDA Choice
USDA Prime
SRF Black®
SRF Gold®
SRF Gold Plus™
Best For:Weeknight steak dinners
Best For:Consistently great steak dinners
Best For:Premium steak lovers seeking exceptional value
Best For:Special occasions and elevated steak dinners
Best For:Ultimate indulgence and once-in-a-lifetime meals
Experience:A step above typical grocery store steaks
Experience:The classic steakhouse benchmark for quality
Experience:Our most popular grade—rich, tender, deeply flavorful
Experience:Intense marbling with bold flavor and exceptional juiciness
Experience:Ultra-marbled with unmatched tenderness, richness and flavor
Marbling ScoreBMS 3–4
Marbling ScoreBMS 4–5
Marbling ScoreBlack 6-8
Marbling ScoreGold 9-10
Marbling ScoreGold Plus 11-12
Details
Enjoy the same rare and spectacular cut of beef served by prestigious Michelin-starred restaurants in a smaller, perfectly portioned steak. Our SRF Black® American Wagyu cap of ribeye is rich with abundant intramuscular fat so each steak is tender, juicy and bursts with deep beef flavor.
This convenient 8 ounce portion size is a decadent steak to feature on its own or to include in more intricate recipes and culinary preparations.
Average weight: 8 oz.
Cooking Tips
The cap of ribeye is a rich, relatively thin cut and works best when seared on a hot grill or skillet and cooked to medium rare (120°F to 130°F).
Susie Heller, author and producer of cookbooks (including 5 with Thomas Keller) says, ”I like to sauté or grill the meat, forming a well-browned crust with a medium-rare interior. The generous marbling melts in your mouth creating a unique experience.”
Chef David Cruz prepared the cap of ribeye at Thomas Keller’s Ad Hoc using sous vide. He suggests using the SRF Gold® cap, Season with salt and pepper and sear on each side for about 60 seconds. Seal the seared cap with butter, crushed garlic, rosemary and thyme. Set sous vide immersion circulator to 58.8°C (137.8°F) and leave for 1.5 hours. Remove from bag, dry off excess moisture, then sear again briefly. Finish with a sprinkling of finishing salt.
Marbling, or intramuscular fat, fills beef with flavor, juiciness and tenderness. The more marbling, the higher the beef grade. USDA Prime is the highest grade for American beef. Snake River Farms beef grades are based on a proprietary BMS grading scale.
Understand the Marbling Scale
USDA Choice
USDA Prime
SRF Black®
SRF Gold®
SRF Gold Plus™
Best For:Weeknight steak dinners
Best For:Consistently great steak dinners
Best For:Premium steak lovers seeking exceptional value
Best For:Special occasions and elevated steak dinners
Best For:Ultimate indulgence and once-in-a-lifetime meals
Experience:A step above typical grocery store steaks
Experience:The classic steakhouse benchmark for quality
Experience:Our most popular grade—rich, tender, deeply flavorful
Experience:Intense marbling with bold flavor and exceptional juiciness
Experience:Ultra-marbled with unmatched tenderness, richness and flavor
Marbling ScoreBMS 3–4
Marbling ScoreBMS 4–5
Marbling ScoreBlack 6-8
Marbling ScoreGold 9-10
Marbling ScoreGold Plus 11-12
Understand the grading scale
SRF Black® · BMS 6–8
Exceeds USDA Prime marbling standards. The benchmark for American Wagyu, available across our full range of cuts.
SRF Gold® · BMS 9–10
Substantially more intramuscular fat than Black®. Richer flavor, more forgiving to cook, visibly different cross-section.
Gold Plus™ · BMS 11–12
The top of our range. Available in limited quantities on select cuts only.
Ranch to Table
Every step is managed by us, from ranching and feeding to processing and delivery. That's how we ensure exceptional quality in every cut.
Ranching
Carefully raised American Wagyu on Northwest ranches.
Cattle Feeding
Extended feeding programs create rich marbling and flavor.
Beef Processing
Hand-trimmed, expertly prepared, and shipped directly to your door.
Rib
This primal is located under the front section of the backbone between the chuck and loin. The muscles are used primarily for support. The SRF Wagyu™ rib primal produces intensely marbled cuts like ribeye steaks and prime rib roasts.
Three major muscles are included in the rib primal. The longissimus dorsi, or large center eye, the complexus, a smaller side muscle which is not always present depending on where the cut is sourced, and the spinalis dorsi, also called the cap of ribeye or deckle.
FAQ
Everything you need to know before your first bite.
Find answers to our customers' most commonly asked questions.
Where does ribeye come from?
Ribeye is cut from the rib primal which covers ribs six through twelve and is located between the chuck and the loin primals. This section has a high amount of natural marbling which is key to the flavor and juiciness of a cut. Looking for more tips? Our steak cooking guide has great tips on how to cook ribeye steak .
Is prime rib the same as a ribeye?
Prime rib and ribeye come from the same rib primal and share the same flavor, juiciness and tender profile. However, ribeye steaks have been further processed into steaks.
How to cook ribeye steak
For 1.5” steaks, heat a skillet over medium-high heat. Add a light coat of vegetable oil to the skillet. Season steaks with salt and pepper. Place steaks in hot skillet and sear for 4 minutes, turning once. If a steak sticks to the skillet, it’s not ready to turn. Wait until it releases on its own.
Place skillet in a 350°F degree oven for 10 to 20 minutes depending on desired doneness. Turn once halfway through the cooking time. Internal temperature is the most accurate way to know if your steak is done. Keep a good quality thermometer on hand. Remove from oven when preferred internal temperature is reached. Remove steaks from a skillet and cover loosely with aluminum foil. Let stand 5 to 10 minutes. The steaks will continue to cook and the temperature will rise about 5°F. Learn how to cook any steak perfectly.
Customer Reviews
Overall rating: 4.7090907 / 5 from 220 reviews.
AI Generated Review Summary
This Wagyu Cap of Ribeye Steak offers a tender, juicy, and flavorful dining experience, praised for its perfect marbling, exceptional texture, and outstanding quality. The 8-ounce portion is ideal for a standout main dish or gourmet recipes.
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Cap Ribeye Quality (6%): Customers expressed satisfaction with the tender and tasty cap ribeye, praising its tenderness and flavor.
Marbling Quality (6%): It was reported by customers that the marbling of the product was great and perfect. (Common opinion)
Flavor Profile (25%): Based on a significant number of customers, the flavor of this product is consistently described as great.
Tenderness (5%): It was highlighted by customers that the tenderness of the product is unmatched in quality.
"This cut is perfect for the small appetizer or smaller portion eater that wants best tasting cuts." — Daniel F.
"Great quality and cuts, customer service is next level as well" — Pablo G.
"I mean, for real, this is the best cut of steak on the planet, and this cut from SRF is phenomenal!" — Del B.
Reviews
The Wagyu Cap of Ribeye
"The Wagyu Cap of Ribeye from Snake River Farms exceeded every expectation. The marbling was incredible, resulting in a steak that was exceptionally tender, buttery, and packed with rich, beefy flavor in every bite. It cooked beautifully, developing a perfect crust while remaining incredibly juicy inside. As someone who takes steak seriously, I’ve tried premium beef from many sources, and this stands at the top of the list. The quality, consistency, and overall eating experience are second to none. If you’re looking for a true steakhouse-quality meal at home, this is it. Snake River Farms has earned a customer for life. I can’t wait to place my next order."
— Cliff P. (5/5)
Excellent!
"Excellent!"
— Kent G. (5/5)
tasty and tender. worth the
"tasty and tender. worth the price"
— martin f. (5/5)
First tried SRF ribeye cap
"First tried SRF ribeye cap at Bourbon Steak here in downtown Nashville. Absolutely delicious. I call this my favorite cut of beef without hesitation."
— Dennis S. (5/5)
Absolutely fantastic. Seasoned with S&P,
"Absolutely fantastic. Seasoned with S&P, grilled to medium rare + Kerrygold Garlic and Herb butter = perfection"
— Daniel S. (5/5)
Definitely 5 star!
"Definitely 5 star!"
— Denise B. (5/5)
This was the first time
"This was the first time I ordered the Wagyu Cap of Ribeye Steak. I ordered 5 steaks for a Christmas Eve dinner and was not disappointed. Seasoned with salt & pepper and cooked in a cast iron skillet, with butter, to a beautiful medium rare. A fabulous dinner! Followed it up with a Wagyu boneless Rib Roast on Christmas. What a couple of days."
— Rufus B. (5/5)
Loved this cut. Shipped on
"Loved this cut. Shipped on the date requested, the packaging is great and the meat was delicious. Highly recommend."
— Christopher A. (5/5)
I have always gave 5
"I have always gave 5 star reviews to SNF. This is my first one star. I wasn’t going to leave a review but I was prompted through email so here it is. I purchased the rib cap cut which is my favorite cut. I bought 4 of them. The first one I opened and cooked had so much tendon and ligaments that I had to through away. I still have the others left so we will see how the rest of them are. If I were at a restaurant I would have sent it back."
— Troy W. (1/5)
I love this cut! It's
"I love this cut! It's delicious and it's perfect to split for two. Will re-purchase."
