USDA Choice beef presents moderate marbling. Choice beef is a good economic alternative to USDA Prime. Slightly less tender, less juicy and a bit more coarse than prime. Typically found in grocery stores and some of the best steak house restaurants. Best for grilling.
The upper echelon of Choice sits just a shade below Prime, while the lowest tier sits right above the Select grade.
Do note that... at home, the difference between Prime and high Choice is about 70% your cooking method—if you can perfect your char and cook it right, you're not going to notice much difference.