Choice grade beef has less marbling than Prime, but is still of very high quality. This is the most popular grade of beef because it contains sufficient marbling for taste and tenderness, while costing less than Prime. Choice cuts are still juicy Strip steak is one of the highest quality beef steaks on the market also known as strip loin, shell steak or New York strip steak. The New York strip steak is boneless. Cut from the strip loin part of the sirloin, the strip steak consists of a muscle that does little work so it is tender but not like the rib-eye or tenderloin. USDA Boneless Beef Loin NY Strip Steak. Always fresh, never frozen. Custom cut. Wrapped in trays with film and wax paper.