surf and turf

noun

: seafood and steak served as a single course

Examples of surf and turf in a Sentence

We both ordered the surf and turf.
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This year's Winterfest restaurant roster spans from barbecue in Broad Ripple to Tex-Mex in Greenwood and surf and turf in Carmel. Bradley Hohulin, IndyStar, 30 Jan. 2026 Some of these dishes-for-two include a surf and turf plate with filet mignon and half-lobster ($89), king crab au gratin ($69), large lobster tail with mac and cheese ($129) and molten chocolate lava marshmallow cake ($24). Pam Kragen, San Diego Union-Tribune, 28 Jan. 2026 The menu also includes wagyu surf and turf, grilled lamb chops, Greek-style chicken with lemon potatoes, vegetables, and caviar service. Patricia Doherty, Travel + Leisure, 5 Jan. 2026 Charcuterie and entrees from seafood to surf and turf to lamb chops. Susan Selasky, Freep.com, 27 Dec. 2025 See All Example Sentences for surf and turf

Word History

First Known Use

1961, in the meaning defined above

Time Traveler
The first known use of surf and turf was in 1961

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“Surf and turf.” Merriam-Webster.com Dictionary, Merriam-Webster, https://www.merriam-webster.com/dictionary/surf%20and%20turf. Accessed 11 Feb. 2026.

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