From the bottom sirloin butt comes the petite sirloin steak and the bavette or sirloin flap ... There are, of course, many factors that may influence the cost of the steaks you buy. Generally speaking ...

We break down the differences between our favorite steak cuts (including some lesser-known beef cuts). From tender steaks like filet mignon and ribeye to tougher cuts like flank and hanger steak, ...

Bottom sirloin is chewier and leaner and can appear as tri-tip, flap steak or under the general label of "sirloin steak." Food & Wine gives you dozens of sirloin recipes from all over the world.